SanTan Sun News;12-19-15: community

Celebrating the success of 2015: Chandler year in review

The City of Chandler has many accomplishments to celebrate. As we move into another year of growth and success, here’s a look back at the stellar year we had in 2015:

January

January marked many new beginnings. Mayor Jay Tibshraeny was re-elected to a four-year term. He was sworn in, and as the first order of business, elected Councilman Kevin Hartke as vice mayor. Joining the council were newly elected Councilmen René Lopez and Terry Roe. They join seated councilmembers Nora Ellen, Rick Heumann and Jack Sellers. Leaving the council were Trinity Donovan and Jeff Weninger both of whom were termed out after serving eight years on council.

The 15th annual Celebration of Unity included a presentation on “The Road to Freedom” at the Chandler Center for the Arts. Freedom Riders Carol Ruth Silver and Claude Liggins shared their breathtaking stories of how they fought for civil rights by riding buses into the segregated south during the early 1960s.

Longtime Library Manager Brenda Brown was named the new director of the Cultural Affairs Division, which includes the museum, Center for the Arts, Vision Gallery and four public libraries.

Program to help city’s veterans improve their health care

BY SRIANTHI PERERA

An estimated 10,000 veterans live in Chandler and not all of them receive the health care they need.

A unique partnership between Chandler Fire, Health and Medical Department and Phoenix Veterans Administration seeks to improve the situation.

“We have identified that there are veterans within our community who, for whatever reason, are having issues connecting with their benefits,” Assistant Chief Tom Dwiggins said.

The reasons can be a lack of transportation, distance to a VA facility or any other.

The program’s goals are to identify the veterans, check their eligibility to receive benefits, coordinate the process if they

are eligible and lastly connect them to the health care system.

“We do that by having our paramedics go out and visit their homes. They conduct a telemedicine visit in their living room,” Dwiggins said.

Besides improving the health care outcomes for local veterans, the six-month pilot project is aiming to become a model program for fire departments around the country. It was established following the initiative of State Rep. Bob Robson of Chandler.

Chandler emergency staff answers about 1,500 medical calls each month, Dwiggins said. Of them, 100 to 150 calls are placed by military veterans. These calls vary from serious medical situations and behaviorrelated issues to those that are less serious

February

During his annual State of City Address, Tibshraeny honored three Chandler neighborhoods and one homeowner association leader with the Neighborhood Excellence Awards, for their hard work and dedication to improving their neighborhoods and inspiring active participation within their community. Karen Peyton, of Andersen Springs HOA, was the recipient of the Neighborhood Leader of the Year Award for her outstanding performance as a former treasurer and current board member. The Best Neighborhood Event was awarded to the Solera Chandler Community Association, for its consistent participation as volunteers for the Chandler C.A.R.E Center Food Bank. Orangetree Neighborhood, distinguished as one of Chandler’s largest traditional neighborhoods, was recognized for having the Best Revitalization Story, and the award for the Most Active/Engaged Neighborhood went to Sun Groves HOA, located in South Chandler.

The City also embarked on a major project with its General Plan Update. State law requires the City’s General Plan be adopted and ratified at least once every 10 years. The City’s current General Plan was adopted by the City Council and approved by voters in 2008. The General Plan is a strategic document that guides city growth and development.

Yazzie sentenced to 14 years for killing officer

An intoxicated driver who struck and killed an on-duty Chandler police officer in 2014 will serve 14 years in prison.

Under terms of the sentence imposed Dec. 4 by Judge Warren Granville, Brian Yazzie will also be placed on probation for seven years following his release.

“While today’s sentence cannot replace the life that was taken by this defendant and his criminal actions, it nonetheless underscores our unyielding determination to hold accountable those who make the senseless decision to drink and drive,” said Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery.

“Our hearts today are with Officer David Payne’s family and we will forever honor his sworn commitment to protect the community.”

Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Oct. 31, 2014, a blue Pontiac collided with the rear

of Chandler Police Officer David Payne’s motorcycle which was stopped at a traffic light on eastbound Chandler Boulevard at Pennington Drive. Following the collision, the Pontiac continued traveling east, eventually coming to rest on the south curb and sidewalk several blocks away. Payne was pronounced dead at Chandler Regional Hospital.

The Pontiac was unoccupied when responding units arrived. Witnesses reported seeing a man walking away from the vehicle carrying a baby. He was subsequently located and identified as Yazzie. The baby he was carrying was unhurt. The child’s mother was contacted and later arrived to take custody of the child. Yazzie showed multiple signs of impairment, including having a strong odor of alcohol and difficulty standing. He had a blood alcohol concentration of

March

Chandler kicked off the General Plan Update effort with a series of planning labs to involve the public. The labs were established as an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to take a hands-on role in developing the General Plan and working with project staff. Feedback received at the planning lab and throughout the project was tracked with the concepts and input derived from these engagement efforts.

Another important community effort took place in March as Chandler firefighters asked residents and groups to join them in a door-to-door campaign through local neighborhoods to share drowning prevention messages in hopes of preventing water-related tragedies in the community.

April

Tibshraeny’s longstanding support of public parks in Chandler earned him a centerpiece article in the national publication of Parks & Recreation. The mayor was featured in the April publication for several reasons, including Chandler’s commitment to ensuring that a park is within walking distance of every home in the City, his Health Connect initiative and preservation of open spaces.

The Mayor’s Health Connect Expo featured nearly 40 activity booths and served as a forum for residents as they create healthier lifestyles. This year’s event offered many health and wellness resources, including mobile onsite mammography screenings.

Chandler Fire, Health & Medical (FHM) Department dedicated the new Fire Station No. 1, located at 1491 E. Pecos Rd. This station replaced the aging Fire Station No. 1, near the intersection of Pecos Road and Hamilton Street.

May

In May, more than 50,000 Chandler households were mailed postcards asking them to participate in an online Census Test. Even though data collected during the Census Test did not affect Chandler’s official population count, City officials asked residents to participate because it will help the Census Bureau make critical design decisions that will shape how the rest of America participates in the next census in 2020.

The City Council also adopted a new water allocation policy, which was lauded for its innovative approach to develop an amendment to the City Code that will help guide future development. The formal “Quality of Life” allocation procedure helps

to manage large volume water users and establishes a management strategy to ensure sufficient water for current and future water customers.

June

Chandler was honored in June as a Playful City USA for the ninth consecutive time, an accomplishment shared by only 12 other cities.

The KaBOOM! Playful City USA program honors cities, towns and communities across America that are taking bold steps to ensure that all children, especially those living in poverty, have easy access to balanced and active play in their communities.

The City also gained recognition in its communications and social media efforts by having its Facebook and Twitter accounts officially verified as the premier source of City-related news.

Marsha Reed was named the acting city manager while a national search was conducted for a replacement for retiring City Manager Rich Dlugas. Reed joined the City as assistant city manager in April 2013, after previously working for the City of Lubbock, Texas, for 20 years.

July

In recognition of the 30th anniversary of National Park and Recreation Month, the City’s Recreation Division hosted 1980s-themed game nights, movies, dance parties, karaoke, an adult prom and more events that were free or at ‘80s prices—all in celebration of the enduring contributions

parks and recreation make to our quality of life.

The City Council approved rate increases for wastewater, reclaimed water, and solid waste services. Water rates remained unchanged. A change in the water rate structure also was approved, switching from seasonal winter/summer rates to a consistent year-round rate structure. The changes went into effect on Oct. 1.

August

Chandler Fire, Health & Medical joined with the cities of Scottsdale and Tempe to recruit qualified applicants for future firefighter positions. Nearly 1,500 candidates pre-registered and started the recruitment process

Tibshraeny was presented with the Outstanding Public Official Award from the Arizona Parks & Recreation Association (APRA) for furthering the quality of life in Chandler through his leadership, advocacy and consistent support of parks, recreation, and cultural services.

Chandler FHM Chief Jeff Clark named Battalion Chief Tom Dwiggins as the Department’s new assistant fire chief In a special election, through mail-in ballot only, Chandler voters overwhelmingly approved an amendment to the City Charter formalizing Chandler’s cycle of August and November elections in even-numbered years and January commencement dates for the offices of mayor and councilmember.

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Thanks to events like the annual Veterans Expo held at the Center for the Arts in October, Chandler was named the 15th Best City for Veterans by WalletHub.com. Submitted photo

September

The City and the Downtown Chandler Community Partnership (DCCP) dedicated the new Downtown Stage, located on Commonwealth Street, east of Arizona Avenue. The permanent, covered stage will attract high-profile entertainment and allow up to 17,000 visitors to experience events and enjoy live performances.

City representatives accepted the prestigious Featured Facility Award from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) for the Chandler Tennis Center. The award exemplifies the highest level of excellence in facility design, court construction, court amenities, programming and initiatives that help grow the sport of tennis.

Councilman Jack Sellers led a Chandler delegation that traveled with the Chandler National Little League All Stars to Tainan City, Taiwan, as part of a cultural exchange program.

Chandler Police Chief Sean Duggan Department named Cmdr. Jason Zdilla as the department’s new assistant police chief

October

Census Day, Oct. 1, was the start of the special mid-decade Census conducted to update the city’s population count. Census

Bureau enumerators went door-to-door to collect a few facts about the people living in each household. By being counted, Chandler residents helped ensure that the City receives future funding for essential public services such as police and fire protection, trash collection, properly maintained streets, parks, libraries and more.

The Row, the highly anticipated mixedused development planned for downtown Chandler, was approved by the City Council. The project, on the southwest corner of Arizona Avenue and Chandler Boulevard, will be a 60,000-square-foot two-story project offering a wide variety of local and national dining and retail storefronts.

November

The City Council approved a contract to construct the first phase of the memorial for veterans that will be located in Veterans Memorial Park, on the northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Lindsay roads.

The Chandler Kiwanis Club and Police Officer David Payne were inducted into Celebration Plaza at Tumbleweed Park in recognition for their many contributions and good work on behalf of the people of Chandler. Payne was a seven-year veteran of the Chandler Police Department who

was killed by an impaired driver on Oct. 31, 2014, while he was working with the DUI Enforcement Team. For nearly six decades, the members of the Chandler Kiwanis Club have raised thousands of dollars to fund youth programs that support children in the community.

December

Chandler Fire, Health & Medical announced a partnership with the Phoenix Veterans Affairs Healthcare System on an innovative six-month pilot project that both organizations hope will help ensure Chandler veterans are receiving timely and appropriate health care, including proactive scheduling of follow-up medical services.

The winner of the Benchmark Award at the Architectural Excellence Awards was Alliance Bank, at 3033 W. Ray Rd. The awards recognize the best in architectural design that complements the built environment of Chandler.

The City Council approved changes to the Mobile Food Unit ordinance that will lower some costs and relax some regulations in an effort to make it easier for food truck operators to do business in the City. Also approved were changes to the City Code designed to address welfare concerns regarding the safety of individuals standing or stopping on medians. The council also approved the purchase of body-worn cameras for all patrol officers.

The City dedicated Citrus Vista Park, the 49th neighborhood park in Chandler, the 65th overall. It is located in the square mile bordered by Ocotillo, Gilbert, Chandler Heights and Lindsay roads. Additionally, a renovated Folley Memorial Park was rededicated. The park, built in 1976, is located at Frye Road and Hamilton Street.

Accolades abound in 2015

Chandler was among the top cities on many lists this year. Here is some of the special recognition:

• The website WalletHub ranked Chandler in numerous lists, including

• Fourth Best City for Wallet Wellness

• Sixth Best City to Find a Job and as one of the top U.S. cities for job seekers.

• Ninth Best City for Halloween

• 10th Best City for New Home Buyers among medium-sized cities, 39th nationally

• 14th Best City for People with Disabilities

• 15th Best City for Veterans

• Top 100 Greenest Cities in America (95th)

• Along the lines of job hunting, Chandler took the top spot among Arizona cities for millennial job seekers, according to NerdWallet. com.

• Chandler was ranked as the eighth safest city for populations above 200,000 by Law Street Media.

• Livability.com recognized Chandler as the sixth best for families.

• Chandler was named a HEARTSafe Community for efforts to promote survival from sudden cardiac arrest.

Section 8 waiting list opens

It’s been five years since Chandler’s Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) accepted applications for placement on the program’s waiting list.

Chandler serves 486 families and will open its waiting list for one week: Jan. 11 through Jan. 15. The list is being opened to ensure an adequate pool of applicants is available when openings occur or additional funding is obtained.

Applications will be available in the following ways from Monday, Jan. 11, to Friday, Jan. 15:

• Online: by visiting www.affordablehousing. chandleraz.gov

• In person: between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the City’s Housing and Redevelopment Division Office, 235 S. Arizona Ave.

• Mail: Requests for applications should be made to the City of Chandler, Mail Stop 101, P.O. Box 4008, Chandler, AZ 852444008.

Requests to receive an application by mail also can be made by calling (480) 782-3200. Completed applications should be submitted to the City of Chandler, Mail Stop 101, P.O. Box 4008, Chandler, AZ 85244-4008. Mailed applications must be postmarked by Friday, Jan. 15, and be received by Wednesday,

.326. Investigators also learned that Yazzie’s driver’s license had recently been suspended as a result of a previous DUI arrest.

Jan. 20. Applications also may be submitted in person between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, through Friday, Jan. 15, at City of Chandler’s Housing and Redevelopment Division, 235 S. Arizona Ave. Downloaded applications from the City’s website cannot be submitted online. Completed applications may only be submitted in person or by mail.

The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) is a type of federal assistance provided by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) dedicated to sponsoring subsidized housing for very low-income families, the elderly and disabled whose incomes do not exceed the following levels:

1 Person - $22,400; 2 - $25,600; 3$28,800; 4 - $32,000; 5 - $34,600; 6 - $37,150; 7 - $39,700; 8 - $42,250; 9 - $44,800; 10$47,400

The City of Chandler Housing and Redevelopment Division does not, in the provision of services or in any manner, discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, family status or disability. Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants with disabilities by calling (480) 782-3200.

On Nov. 6, 2014, a grand jury indicted Yazzie on one count each of second degree murder, leaving the scene of a fatal accident, and endangerment; four counts of aggravated driving under the influence, and one count of extreme aggravated DUI. He later agreed to waive his right to a trial and pled no contest to second degree murder and leaving the scene.

ICAN receives $5,000 from Cox Charities to implement academic success program

ICAN: Positive Programs for Youth received a $5,000 grant from Cox Charities to support its “Success Beyond the Bell” program that promotes academic success.

To provide academic support, ICAN offers homework help, tutoring in essential reading and math skills, science enrichment programming, creative writing, reading and literacy services, language arts, music appreciation, history, social studies and computer skills training. Professional staff and trained volunteers provide homework help on a daily basis and math tutoring twice weekly during the school year.

“Support from Cox Charities for ICAN’s Success Beyond the Bell program is a critical component of ensuring academic success for our youth who are faced with a myriad of obstacles in their lives,” stated

Becky Jackson, president and CEO of ICAN.

ICAN is one of 55 Phoenix area nonprofits receiving $350,000 in funding this year from Cox Charities. Grant funding comes from donations and fundraising efforts from Cox employees, partners and customers.

“Local nonprofits, devoted to lifting up, supporting and educating youth— particularly those in crisis—are the lifeblood of our community and Cox is proud to support them,” said John Wolfe, Cox senior vice president and southwest region manager.

Cox Charities grants are awarded on an annual basis with a focus on youth and education. Since its inception in 1996, Cox has awarded more than $6 million to Arizona nonprofits.

Volunteers needed to prepare tax returns

Volunteer tax preparers are needed for the City of Chandler’s Earn Income Tax Credit campaign, in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service. The campaign offers free tax return preparation to households with an annual income of $54,000 or less.

Last year, volunteers helped prepare 1,841 tax returns resulting in approximately $1.96 million in federal

refunds for Chandler residents. No experience is required for volunteers, who will receive free IRS process-based tax law training in January at various locations. Tax professionals can earn continuing education credits for volunteering.

Info: Tricia Helbing at (480) 782-4358, patricia.helbing@chandleraz.gov or www. chandleraz.gov/vita.

City purchases land within Snedigar Sportsplex

The Chandler City Council approved the purchase of 28,120 square feet of land within the Snedigar Sportsplex previously occupied by a water tower.

The well site was abandoned in 2007 and the water tower was removed from the property in 2014. Following the removal of the water tower, staff approached the owners to discuss the possibility of purchasing the property and incorporating it into the larger complex, which sits at 90 acres.

The 28,120 square feet of land was appraised at $125,970.

Also on Thursday, Dec. 10, the City Council:

• Adopted the City of Chandler Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) SelfEvaluation and Transition Plan for 2015.

• Approved an agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants Inc. for a water, wastewater and reclaimed water cost of service study, in an amount not to exceed $115,452.

• Approved an agreement in the amount of $501,933.41, with Sargon Masonry Construction LLC to replace several walls in three areas: Knox Road, north side between Hartford and Nebraska streets; Dobson Road, west side between Mesquite Street and El Prado Road. and Hartford Street, west side, north and south of Iowa Street.

• Approved the purchase of three street sweepers from Balar Equipment in the amount of $752,997.99. Additionally, approved the purchase of a tractor from Empire Machinery/Caterpillar in the amount of $89,606.95.

• Approved an agreement with TASER International, Inc., for a body-worn camera system, in the amount of $1,155,154.46 for a five-year term, Jan. 1, 2016, through Dec. 31, 2020.

• Approved Liquor Use Permits and recommended Liquor Licenses for the following: Hot Wok Feng, located at 1050 E. Ray Rd., Suite 6; and Z’Tejas Grill, located at 7221 W. Ray Rd.

• Approved Special Event Liquor Licenses for the following: Business After Business, Dec. 17, 2015, Chamber of Commerce; Black Violin, Jan. 15, Center for the Arts; Fiesta Mexico Americana with Los Lobos, Jan. 30, Center for the Arts.

The annual budget survey is online and Mayor Jay Tibshraeny reminded residents to visit www.chandleraz.gov/ budget and complete a survey before the end of December. The results will be shared with the mayor and City Council, City management and staff to assist in the formulation of the City’s financial plan.

Tibshraeny thanked the council and City staff for all of their hard work during another successful year filled with achievements and challenges that were met head on. He said the community had much to be thankful for and hoped everyone was looking forward to the coming year.

Councilman Jack Sellers said he was honored to attend the East Valley Partnership (EVP) Economic Forum recently to talk about Roc Arnett’s achievement and celebrate his retirement. Gilbert Mayor John Lewis will be succeeding Arnett as EVP president and CEO.

Vice Mayor Kevin Hartke asked the community to support those who need help during the holidays, and noted that there are many local charities working together to meet the needs of Chandler residents.

Hartke concluded by noting that the crowd for the Parade of Lights and Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony was the largest and that Downtown Chandler looks beautiful for the holidays.

Councilman René Lopez noted that while the holidays are happy times for many, there are people in the community who may be dealing with loss or mental illness and he encouraged people to reach out for help if they need it.

Councilman Rick Heumann said that the annual SciTech Festival is set for February and that organizers are still looking for local high-tech companies to be a part of this event. Interested companies can contact the City at (480) 782-2243 to participate.

Councilwoman Nora Ellen said that an airport economic impact study has been completed, that the facility is a jewel for the city and it has a positive financial impact on the community.

Councilman Terry Roe asked residents to consider dropping some change in the red kettle when they see the Salvation Army bell ringers in front of stores during the holiday season.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Tibshraeny joined with all members of the council to wish everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and joyous Kwanzaa, along with a safe holiday season

and prosperous New Year. He reminded everyone that, “You get out of the season what you put into it.”

The meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.

During a study session on Dec. 7, Tibshraeny, Ellen and the rest of the council recognized the following employees for their years of service to the organization: Senior Business Systems Support Specialist Danny Carter (10 years) and Utility System Maintenance Coordinator Jermaine Swinton (10 years). Retiring Community and Neighborhood Services Director Jennifer Morrison was thanked for her many years of service to the City in several significant roles.

Intel Education Director Carlos Contreras presented a $40,000 check to Chandler Center for the Arts Manager Michelle MacLennan for the purchase of a new digital sign for the Center.

The next meeting of the City Council will be a study session at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 11. Council meetings are aired live, as well as replayed on The Chandler Channel, Cable Channel 11, and streamed on the Web at www.chandleraz.gov/video.

in nature.

During the pilot program, first responders will screen patients to identify those who are veterans and help them to connect to VA medical services and benefits.

As part of the follow-up program, community paramedics from Chandler Fire, Health and Medical will visit the veterans and assess the health care needs of the patients during a telehealth medical appointment with a VA nurse practitioner via mobile tablets.

The inclusion of telemedicine is a unique aspect of the program, City officials said. It enables face-to-face dialogue between the patient and medical professionals at the VA.

“Our primary goal of this partnership is to connect every Chandler veterans with the Phoenix VA health care services that they not only need, but deserve,” said Fire Chief Jeff Clark in a city issued press release. “Chandler firefighters and paramedics will serve as the eyes, ears and hands of the VA medical staff.”

Since 2014, Chandler has been using two,

two-person community paramedic crews to monitor patients who have chronic medical needs.

Under the new program, the Phoenix VA can help pinpoint the veterans who have chronic needs and have trouble connecting to the medical system.

“The Phoenix VA has some informational databases and analytical capabilities that enable us to utilize the power of predictive modeling,” said Dr. Hamed Abbaszadegan, chief health informatics officer with the Phoenix VA Healthcare system, in a press release. “The analytics help us identify which chronic care patients are most likely to call 9-1-1, and why and when that might happen.”

At the end of six months, the two entities will evaluate the program’s findings and determine whether to continue.

“We’re very optimistic that this will be a successful program,” Dwiggins said. “The VA will then take the results of the pilot and they will push it nationwide.”

To find out more, call (480) 782-2119.

City Council votes to raise its compensation in 2017

BY SRIANTHI PERERA

Chandler City Council has voted to increase the compensation of its members. Effective January 2017, the mayor will be paid an annual compensation of $55,500, while council members will be paid $32,500.

Currently, the mayor’s salary is $50,242.50, while councilmembers are paid $29,435.

The proposal was brought forth by Councilman Jack Sellers, who has served in this capacity for eight years.

“I understand the time commitment required to serve. With the next city election occurring in 2016, it is important to do everything possible to attract quality candidates to run for these important positions,” he stated in a Dec. 2 memorandum to City Council.

Sellers also referred to the Chandler Chamber’s support on the subject.

In its 2016 guide for legislative and political issues entitled “How We Stand,” the Chamber recommends “regular reviews of city elected official’s compensation to reflect the complexities of their responsibilities and time commitment.”

Chandler’s compensation falls somewhere in the middle when benchmarked against other Valley cities, according to Sellers’ comparison dated August. Accordingly, the highest compensation is drawn by Phoenix mayor and council members ($88,000/$61,600), with Mesa drawing the second highest ($73,545/$36,832) and Tempe drawing the third highest ($56,667/$28,334). Peoria draws the lowest compensation ($31,338/$20,892).

During a council meeting held in mid-December, the council voted with a 5-2 majority vote with Councilwoman Nora Ellen and Councilman Terry Roe casting the dissenting votes.

The terms of the office of the mayor and council members is four years and is limited to two consecutive terms. In Jan. 2017, Sellers, and Rick Heumann would have completed their second

Operation Welcome Home looking for nominations

Operation Welcome Home Chandler is accepting nominations and sponsorships for the fourth ceremony to be held next spring.

During the ceremony, veterans are part of a procession escorted by the Arizona Patriot Guard to the Chandler City Council Chambers, where the Chandler City Council will recognize and thank each individual. During the ceremony, the honorees will be presented with a gift basket with donations from the community. After the public event, the veterans and their family will be treated to dinner at a local restaurant.

Veterans should be Chandler residents

Blood donors welcome at the Chandler Donor Center and other locations

Seats to a Phoenix Suns game may be given by United Blood Services to a donor who gives four MAX platelet donations by Jan. 31 at any of the UBS six Valley donor centers. The FlexPrint Courtside seats, courtesy of the Phoenix Suns, are part of the All-Star 4 Life program.

MAX platelet donors provide the clotting factor that controls bleeding for trauma, cancer and aplastic anemia patients. Platelets are the most fragile component of whole blood and must be transfused within five days of donation

UBS encourages blood donors to visit the Chandler Donor Center, 1989 W. Elliot Rd., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. All blood types are needed, but Type O-negative is in greatest demand.

Other temporary locations for donating are:

• 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29, at Chandler Regional Medical Center, 475 S. Dobson Rd., in Conference Rooms 1 and 2.

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29, at Mark-Taylor Wellness, San Cervantes, 400 N. Coronado St., in the Bloodmobile.

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30, at Arizona Orthopedic Surgical Hospital, 2905 W. Warner Rd., in the Bloodmobile. To make an appointment, call (877) UBS-HERO or visit wwwBloodHero.com.

Holiday hurry can trigger sciatic pain

East Valley clinic provides solution

East Valley clinic provides solution for Sciatica pain sufferers

The hustle and bustle of the holidays can be taxing on your mind and body. You’re on your feet all day to get the shopping done or get the house ready for a holiday party. There’s a lot to do this time of year and just trying to get it done can put added strain on your back and increase back pain.

WIth the arrival of Summer, daylight grows longer and many people start spending more time working on their backswings, backstrokes, backhands, backyard gardens. They also might be spending more time with backaches. skilled physician who specializes

Dr. Alex Bigham, CEO of Novocur Pain Clinics, explains that taking on new or added physical activity can be particularly tricky for patients with sciatic back and leg pain. He says, “Sometimes the simple act of loading up the car after a trip to the mall can end with a call to our clinic the next day.”

Epidural injections are one of the most effective treatments Novocur uses to quickly relieve sciatic pain. A skilled physician who specializes in

and have been on active duty within the last three years or leaving soon. Residents or businesses also may participate through sponsorship or in-kind donations for the program.

Ceremonies are scheduled several times a year, based on the number of nominees. Residents are encouraged to

attend the event, and donations are being accepted through the Chandler Chamber Community Foundation.

To nominate a veteran or sponsor the program, visit www.chandleraz.gov/ patriotism.

Learn how to reduce the risk of falling

Dr. Erica Williams, a clinical associate professor in the Speech and Hearing Department of ASU, is the featured speaker 12:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at the Ed Robson Branch Library, Lecky Center, 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes. She will discuss how the body maintains balance, the role that the inner ear plays, interactions with hearing and strategies that can be utilized to reduce the risk of falling. Falls are a leading cause

of injury in older adults, and also carry a significant financial impact.

Real-time captioning will be provided and the meeting room is looped for hearing accessibility. Parking is available in the church lot next to the library. Refreshments provided.

Info: Liz Booth at halib72@gmail.com, Regina Milgroom at reggiefaith@gmail. com and Scott Sjolin at (602) 652-3000.

Major water valve replacement to restrict Pecos Road traffic

The replacement of a large water valve located beneath Pecos Road west of McQueen Road will result in traffic restrictions through the end of the year. Pecos is a six-lane roadway and the construction will require the street to be narrowed to four lanes east and west of McQueen between Hamilton and

procedure safely with the help of x-ray guidance. The medication is carefully injected directly around the nerves that cause the pain to reduce inflammation and provide fast relief.

pain performs this advanced, hightech procedure. The medication is carefully injected directly around the nerves that are causing the pain, providing fast, long-lasting relief.

To learn how Novocur can help end the pain from sciatica or many other types of pain, call 480-855-6686 or go to novocur.com

To learn how Novocur can help end the pain from sciatica or many other types of pain, call 480-855-6686 or go to novocur.com

Newport streets. Occasional narrowing to two lanes, with only one lane in each direction, may occur between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Water service and access to shopping areas and neighborhoods will be maintained.

Info: (480) 782-2225.

Library offers free access to lynda.com online courses

Chandler Public Library patrons with a valid library card have free access to one of the leading online learning companies—lynda.com— through their computer, tablet or other mobile device and an Internet connection.

Since 1995, lynda.com has been offering on-demand video tutorials for personal and professional development from industry experts on business, technical and creative skills. The site includes more than 3,010 professionally produced, segmented video courses.

resource for my day-to-day assignments and tasks. Knowing that the Chandler Public Library will be offering this resource for free is incredible. The amount of lives this program will be able to positively impact is phenomenal for our community.”

City of Chandler bond ratings reaffirmed with stable outlook

Topics range from 3-D modeling and animation, to music production and sound engineering, business marketing and project management, cloud computing and network security, logo design and digital publishing and more. The courses are offered at all skill levels from beginner to advanced.

“Individual subscriptions to lynda. com can cost anywhere from $20 to $35 per month. We are giving customers the opportunity to learn the latest software, job hunting skills and professional education for free, at their convenience and at their own pace,” said Rosanna Johnson, library marketing assistant.

Kelle Harrison, a City of Chandler employee, has used the site and said, “lynda.com provided me with an edge that ultimately assisted me in landing a job. I continue to use lynda.com as a

Patrons can get to lynda. com by logging in through the library’s website, www.chandlerlibrary. org, with their valid library card and pin number. They can watch individual videos or complete courses, create playlists, download course files and bookmark pages.

“Users will find that the videos on lynda.com are more in-depth and higher quality than many tutorials that might be found through a general Internet search,” added Johnson.

Non-Chandler residents living within Maricopa County, and all residents of the Gila River Indian Community who live in Pinal County, may obtain a Chandler Public Library card, free of charge. NonMaricopa County residents who work or go to school in Chandler may also obtain a library card free of charge by showing the appropriate identification, along with proof that they work or go to school in Chandler. Appropriate proof includes a school or business ID, school schedule or pay stub.

Info: chandlerlibrary.org or (480) 7822800.

The City of Chandler received good news in November from the three major credit rating agencies, which all reaffirmed their current ratings for the City’s Excise Tax Revenue Obligations, which will be used to fund various water and wastewater capital projects. Chandler officials had requested the rating review in anticipation of an upcoming sale of approximately $70 million in obligations.

Both Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services notified the City that they affirmed their highest AAA long-term rating for Chandler’s 2015 ETROs. The third service, Moody’s Investors Service, assigned an Aa1 rating, their second highest rating. All three agencies assigned a “Stable” outlook to Chandler’s financial position.

well as the ability to repay outstanding debt. The higher bond ratings represent a lower investment risk for potential bond buyers and lower debt costs for the City and its citizens.

In their reports, the agencies praised Chandler’s conservative fiscal management and policies – including low debt and sound reserves – which enable the city to maintain strong financial flexibility. They noted the community’s highly educated and skilled workforce, growing employment base, low unemployment, and household income and wealth trends that are above state and national averages and position the city for ongoing growth.

“Retaining our high ratings is excellent news and shows that City leaders have put strong fiscal policies in place and that we are committed to maintaining fiscal discipline,” said Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny. “We are a community with great diversity, outstanding amenities and a balanced and flexible financial plan for the future. Investors and business leaders can be confident that an investment in Chandler is a smart decision.”

The bond ratings measure the City’s financial management and position, as

Excise Tax Revenue Obligations are backed by excise taxes that include a combination of local sales tax, state shared revenues, franchise fees and revenues from licenses and permits, fines and forfeitures. This is different than general obligation bonds that are backed by the secondary property tax levy. As is currently the case, the new ETROs will be backed by the excise taxes, but the principal and interest will be paid from the water and wastewater operating funds. Info: (480) 782-2250.

DUI task force

The Chandler Police Department hosted the East Valley holiday DUI task force in late November to kick off the task force’s efforts to keep impaired drivers off the road during the holidays. The department also received a $50,000 DUI enforcement grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to fund additional officers to focus solely on traffic enforcement and the detection of impaired drivers. Chandler will host the task force again on Wednesday, Dec. 23, and Wednesday, Dec. 30, with the command post located at Chandler Christian Church, 1825 S. Alma School Rd.

Thanks to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Law, A.R.S. 43-1088, you may be able to designate a donation to Chandler/Gilbert Arc and receive a tax credit. [The charitable tax credit is in addition to the education tax credits… you can take advantage of both tax credits in the same year.]

Chandler/Gilbert Arc has been serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the East Valley since 1975, and provides community living, employ-ment and day treatment and training opportunities daily.

For tax year 2015, contributions up to $400 may earn dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona Income Tax return. Taxpayers filing as single or unmarried head of household have a maximum credit amount of $200; married taxpayers filling jointly have a $400 maximum credit.

Check to see if your employer will match your donation! http://doublethedonation.com/cgarc

If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity; please make your check payable to: Chandler/Gilbert Arc

AZ 85225-7789

And, while she may be suffering from Alzheimer’s, it in no way diminishes the place she holds in people’s hearts. The gifts and contributions she has shared. The story she has to tell.

At Chandler Memory Care, our goal is to help her continue her story with a decidedly different approach to caring for those with memory loss.

lifestyle tailored to her specific needs.

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Spencer slated to speak at Sun Lakes Republican Club meeting

The Sun Lakes Republican Club will feature “Corruption & Public Office” with Judicial Watch Southwest Projects Coordinator Mark Spencer at its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, in the Arizona Room of the Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Judicial Watch Inc., a nonpartisan educational foundation, promotes transparency, accountability and integrity in government, politics and the law. Through its educational endeavors, Judicial Watch advocates high standards of ethics and morality in the nation’s public life and seeks to ensure that political and judicial officials do not abuse the powers entrusted to them by the American people. Judicial Watch fulfills its educational mission through litigation, investigations, and public outreach. Spencer has been the Southwest projects

coordinator for Judicial Watch since 2012. He facilitates investigations, development and community outreach, media relations, FOIA requests and litigation support for the nonpartisan, nonprofit government accountability group. He has been interviewed by local, international (CNN), and national (Fox National News) cable news outlets, has been quoted in numerous print publications (The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Nation, The Arizona Republic, Phoenix Magazine) and has participated on radio talk shows across the country. Some topics discussed included illegal immigration, police suicide and border violence. While still a sworn first-responder, he partnered with F.A.I.R. (Federation for American Immigration Reform) and Judicial Watch to provide frontline law enforcement perspectives on illegal immigration and government corruption.

Spencer has lived in Phoenix since 1975, graduated with honors with a finance degree from NAU in 1985, met his wife, Shannon, in 1986 on a Summer Project in Bangkok, Thailand, and was the top overall police recruit from the Phoenix Regional Police Academy in 1987.

In 1993, Spencer completed his graduate degree in exegetical theology from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary. During his police career he received the Phoenix Police Department’s Medal of Merit, the Police Chief’s Unit Award and the Protect & Serve community leadership award from RequireThePrior.org.

For 14 years, Spencer was an executive board member of the largest police association in Arizona, the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association (PLEA). He was the president of PLEA from 2007 until 2011 and, along with the PLEA board of trustees, served

over 2,300 rank-and-file Phoenix police officers and detectives.

His retirement from the Phoenix Police Department in January 2012 ended a 25year career in which Spencer and the PLEA team cultivated powerful community partnerships and facilitated unprecedented bipartisan support for rights of Arizona law enforcement.

Spencer is the author of “A Moment in Time” and is the founder and co-director of Bema Investments (www.bemainvestments. org), a nonprofit corporation which teaches Judeo-Christian leadership principles and facilitates charitable outreach efforts.

Maricopa County Supervisor Denny Barney will provide his report on the state of the county. For more information, visit www. slgop.org or contact Mike Tennant at (480) 802-0178.

Doctor and his patient will talk about lifesaving medical research

Dr. Ross Bremner, director of the John and Doris Norton Thoracic Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, and one of his patients, will be guest speakers at the Sun Lakes Rotary Club meeting Tuesday, Jan. 5. The title of their presentation is “Applying Current Medical Research to Save a Life.”

Bremner is board certified in cardiothoracic and general surgery and his clinical interests include minimally invasive thoracic surgery, thoracic oncology and lung transplantation. He is also interested in thoracic oncology research and directs a research laboratory located at the TGen facility in Phoenix. His research has helped many patients, including John Sentz, who will

relate his story and how the doctor saved his life.

Other programs scheduled are:

• Jan. 12: Christina Ratto, business manager at Picmonic Inc., will present “Challenges in Running a High-Tech Startup with Millennia Employees—A New Culture.” As she will point out, it’s difficult to ignore the uptick in managers complaining about the challenge of managing millennials; a generation often perceived as markedly independent and stubborn.

• Jan. 26: State Sen. Bob Worsley (R-Mesa), elected two years ago, will present, “A Simple Way to Close the Southern Border.” He serves as chairman of the

Transportation Committee and is also a member of the Judiciary and the Commerce and Workforce Development committees. He founded SkyMall in 1989 and sold it 13 years later to Rupert Murdoch’s TV Guide Group. Ten years after founding SkyMall, he was recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst and Young.

The Rotary Club meets for breakfast 6:30 a.m. every Tuesday morning at the Oakwood

Country Club Ballroom, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd., Sun Lakes. Meetings are 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. Cost is $12. To make reservations, call Don Prestin at (480) 802-0439. The club also selected Bob Phillips and Greg Jewell as Rotarians of the Month for December, for handling the club’s recent pancake breakfast. Phillips joined the club in August 2014 and Jewell joined two months later. More than 1,000 attended the breakfast.

EVENTS

DECEMBER

22 Downtown Chandler Farmers Market, Dr. A.J. Chandler Park East, 480-855-3539

22, 23, 26-31 Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680

25 Christmas holiday, City offices closed

JANUARY

1 New Year’s Day holiday, City offices closed

1-3 Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680

9, 23, 30 Vision Kidz Workshop, Vision Gallery, 782-2695

12 Meet the Trainers, Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 782-2900

14, 28 City Council Meeting, Council Chambers, 782-2180

15 Downtown Chandler Art Walk, Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 480-855-3539

15 Black Violin, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680

16 21st Annual Chandler Multicultural Festival, Chandler Fashion Center, 480-782-2214

17 Timber! A Production of Cirque Alfonse, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

18 Martin Luther King, Jr./Civil Rights Day holiday, City offices closed

21 Sonoran Sunset Concert, Veterans Oasis Park, 480-782-2890

22 Break Time magazine available

23 Deana Martin – Honoring Dean Martin & Frank Sinatra, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

23 Our Stories: Ancient Native American Astronomy, Sunset Library, 782-2751

23 Sister City Southwest Tea, Tumbleweed Recreation Center, 480-600-8509

25 Spring Seed Swap, Sunset Library, 480-782-2800

29 Moscow Festival Ballet presents Don Quixote, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680

30 Fiesta Mexico-Americana with Los Lobos, Center for the Arts, 480-782-2680

30 TEDxChandlerPublicLibrary, Downtown Library, 480-782-2831

30 Unity Walk, Tempe Town Lake, 480-782-2214

31 Chandler Symphony, Center for the Arts, 782-2680

For event details, visit chandleraz.gov or call the Chandler Special Events Hotline at 480-782-2735.

Honor diversity with the Celebration of Unity

The City of Chandler kicks off every year by hosting a series of events to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights movement and Chandler’s diverse community. The 2016 Celebration of Unity events include a musical performance by Black Violin, the 21st Annual Chandler Multicultural Festival & Creative Expression Competition. The series attracts more than 10,000 attendees each year.

Event activities include a performance by Black Violin on Friday, Jan. 15, at the Chandler Center for the Arts. The group features violinists Wil B and Kev Marcus, who fuse together an eclectic mix of classical, jazz, hiphop, blues and R&B. Tickets are available for purchase online at

CHRISTMAS TREE CARE & DISPOSAL

Christmas day is almost here, and the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department reminds you that the beautifully decorated Christmas tree in your home also can be a deadly fire hazard if you don’t follow certain precautions. Safety starts with keeping your live tree well watered, so it doesn’t dry out and become fuel for a fire. Use lights and decorations that are flame-retardant (check the labels), don’t use lights with frayed wires or excessive wear, and don’t overload electrical outlets. Turn off the tree lights when leaving your home or going to bed. Keep candles and other heat sourc-

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Are you good with numbers and enjoy helping people? The City of Chandler’s Earn Income Tax Credit (EITC) campaign, in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, is in need of individuals who want to become volunteer tax preparers. Last year, VITA volunteers helped prepare 1,841 tax returns that resulted in $1.96 million in federal refunds for Chandler residents. The EITC campaign offers free tax return preparation to households with an

With the New Year right around the corner, what better time than to join the Tumbleweed Rec Center (TRC)?

The TRC offers a variety of fi tness classes, activities and events for every age. The 62,000-square-foot facility includes a fi tness center, locker rooms, indoor track, gymnasium, two racquetball courts, exercise and dance studios, classrooms, lounges, child watch services and free Wi-Fi! Find a list of available classes, events and information on daily, monthly and annual passes at chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed.

es away from your tree. Test your smoke detectors and make sure everyone in the family knows how to escape the home if there is a fire. More Christmas tree safety tips are online at chandleraz.gov/fire or at the National Fire Protection Association website, nfpa.org.

Finally, did you know that more than half of the home fi res that started at the Christmas tree occurred after the holidays in January and February? Don’t leave your tree up too long. Remove your tree from the home before it dries out, and the needles start to drop.

annual income of $54,000 or less. Tax professionals may earn continuing education credits when volunteering. No experience is required for volunteers as training will be provided in January at various locations. To volunteer, contact Tricia Helbing at 480-782-4358 or patricia.helbing@chandleraz.gov.

GET ACTIVE IN THE NEW YEAR

chandlercenter.org.

The Celebration also features the annual Creative Expression Competition, which is open to all students who live or attend a school in Chandler. This year’s theme is “Peace Through People.” Competition details are available online at chandleraz. gov/unity. The selected winners’ work will be displayed at the annual Multicultural Festival, which will be held at Chandler Fashion Center for the first time.

The free annual festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 16, and include two stages for a variety of entertainment along with cultural interactive areas for attendees to enjoy. More information can be found online at chandleraz.gov/unity.

LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

DEC. 26-JAN. 15

Once the holidays are over, it’s time for the Christmas trees to be recycled. For safety purposes, please remove all lights, ornaments, garland, nails and tree stands. Do not place trees in bags. Live trees must be out for curbside collection by 6 a.m. on your recycling day. Place the tree at the end of your property, no more than four feet behind the sidewalk. Drivers cannot go more than four feet on your property to retrieve the tree. Trees must not be placed in recycle bins, the street or sidewalk. All trees that are collected are chipped and reused in park landscaping projects. Residents also have the option to drop off their tree at various parks to be recycled. Visit chandleraz.gov/recycle and click on the current holiday recycling e-newsletter for the list of drop-off locations or call 480-782-3510.

Red Cross encourages blood donations during holiday season

The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to end the year with real meaning by donating blood for hospital patients in need.

Holiday activities, severe weather and seasonal illnesses, like the flu, can pull people away from their regular blood donation schedules. This creates a greater need for blood donations this time of year, especially around the winter holidays. To encourage donations, all those who come to donate Wednesday, Dec. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 3 will get a long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.

Blood drives in Chandler are scheduled for:

• 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27 at the Hilton Phoenix Chandler, 2929 W. Frye Rd.

• 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29 at Chandler Gilbert Family YMCA, 1655 W. Frye Rd. Volunteer donors are the only source of blood for those in need of transfusions during transplants and other surgeries. Donors with all blood types are needed, and especially those with types O negative, A negative, B negative and AB blood.

To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call (800) RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Info: www.redcross.org/prepare.

Apply online for cadet, lateral police officer positions

The Chandler Police Department is accepting applications for police cadet and lateral police officer positions. Law enforcement is an exciting and rewarding field, and the Chandler Police Department is on the leading edge of 21st century policing.

The City of Chandler is a world-class destination for business and leisure, and is a great place to raise a family. Chandler, the fourth largest city in Arizona by population, is ranked the eighth safest city in the United States by Law Street.

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Interested parties should visit www. chandlerpd.com for more information, including automatic disqualifiers. Users will find the online application under the “Careers” tab.

Successful candidates will begin at an annual salary of $53,331. Lateral officers can start 5 to 15 percent above this rate, depending upon experience. This recruitment closes Jan. 1 or when a maximum of 1,060 applications are accepted. Additional recruitments will occur throughout 2016.

Cultural affairs director honored by the Arizona Library Association

Brenda Brown, City of Chandler cultural affairs director, was awarded the Newton and Betty Rosenzweig Distinguished Service Award at the Arizona Library Association’s annual conference. She received the award in recognition of her more than 25 years of passion and commitment to public service on behalf of Arizona libraries.

She served as the library association’s president in 2002, chaired the association’s legislative committee for 10 years and has led City of Chandler libraries since 2004. She is chairwoman of the Advisory Board of the Arizona State Library, serving as champion for statewide library services, and continues to lead the Chandler library system while also serving in a new role as cultural affairs director.

“Our libraries are our communities,” Brown said. “We are community learning centers. We are place makers. We champion critical needs, such as early literacy. We are creative cultural catalysts. We level several playing fields at one time. We are accessible. We are connected. We are boundless.”

The Distinguished Service Award is presented to a layperson or librarian who is a member of the library association, with an emphasis on the person having made an effective change regionally or statewide. This includes promotion of libraries and their services, active advocacy, mentorship, significant contributions to the future of librarianship as a profession and raising

Brenda Brown, City of Chandler cultural affairs director, was awarded the Newton and Betty Rosenzweig Distinguished Service Award at the Arizona Library Association’s annual conference. Submitted photo

the profile of libraries.

“Brenda’s work is outstanding,” said Marsha Reed, Chandler’s acting city manager. “She is a passionate leader making an impact in our community and state. This honor and distinction is well deserved. The City of Chandler is very fortunate to have her as part of our leadership team.”

People who have lost teeth might often feel too self-conscious to smile or talk in public. Additionally, early tooth loss can change eating habits and facial appearance and lead to secondary health problems.

Although you have a number of options for the replacement of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as dental implants. In many cases, dental implants are the only logical choice for the restoration of all necessary functioning of the teeth and supporting structures; dental implants provide a simple remedy with proven results.

Dental implants are stronger and more durable than bridges and dentures. Implants offer a permanent solution to tooth loss and are changing the way people live. They are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth which look, feel and function like natural teeth.

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Patients who come to us can smile with confidence. For a consultation, please call Dr. Shah at 480.814.9500. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Board Certified, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.