In the city’s continuous effort to make Chander a more inclusive and equitable place to live, work and thrive, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division is spearheading an initiative to remove language communication barriers by bringing translation technology to nine customer-facing city departments.
Additionally, access to trained live interpreters including American Sign Language (ASL) is available in multiple languages using on-demand video and audio and/or the ability to integrate with existing department translation and interpreter services. Moreover, the option for broadcasting events for one-way communication using a QR code for translation in the chosen language to a person’s cell phone is an added value for the user experience.
The intent of the device is to view translation technology as an additional communication tool, and in no way is being used to eliminate human interaction with our staff that provide translation support when delivering essential services to the community.
In addition to providing improved communication, the devices are expected to enhance the customer service experience and to increase productivity when delivering essential services.
The translation devices will be implemented in the following departments. View by department or time frame.
*Locations and dates may be added/removed during the testing period.
| Department | Time Frame(s) |
|---|---|
| Basha Library | Nov. 1-30, 2023 |
| Chandler Center for the Arts | Oct. 2-31, 2023 |
| Chandler Community Center | Dec. 1-29, 2023 Feb. 1-29, 2024 |
| Chandler Museum | Feb. 1-29, 2024 |
| Chandler Police Department Main Station Records Center |
Sept. 5-26, 2023 Dec. 1-29, 2023 |
| City Hall Reception | Jan. 1-12, 2024 |
| Court | Sept. 5-26, 2023 Dec. 1-29, 2023 |
| Downtown Library | Sept. 5-30, 2023 Jan. 1-29, 2024 |
| Hamilton Library | Oct. 2-31, 2023 |
| Neighborhood Services: Housing | Nov. 1-30, 2023 Jan. 1-31, 2024 |
| Passport Services | Sept. 5-26, 2023 Dec. 1-29, 2023 |
| Prosecutors: Law | Oct. 2-31, 2023| Feb. 1-29, 2024 |
| Sunset Library | Nov. 1-30, 2023 |
| Tumbleweed Recreation Center | Oct. 2-31, 2023 |
| Utility Services Counter | Nov. 1-30, 2023 Jan. 1-31, 2024 |
*Locations and dates may be added/removed during the testing period.
| Time Frame | Department(s) |
|---|---|
|
Sept. 5-26, 2023
|
Chandler Police Department: Main Station Records Center Court Downtown Library Passport Services |
|
Oct. 2-31, 2023
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Chandler Center for the Arts Hamilton Library Prosecutors: Law Tumbleweed Recreation Center |
| Nov. 1-30, 2023 |
Basha Library Neighborhood Services: Housing Sunset Library Utility Services Counter |
| Dec. 1-29, 2023 |
Chandler Community Center Chandler Police Department: Main Station Records Center Court Passport Services |
| Jan. 1-12, 2024 | City Hall Reception |
| Jan. 1-29, 2024 | Downtown Library |
| Jan. 1-31, 2024 |
Neighborhood Services: Housing Utility Services Counter |
| Feb. 1-29, 2024 |
Chandler Community Center Chandler Museum Prosecutors: Law |
During this assessment, the city will also be utilizing “broadcast mode” technology at select city public events. This “broadcast mode” service allows a single-speaker presentation to be translated into any language on any attendee smartphone. Stay tuned for dates and information on “broadcast mode” events soon!
Have you used the translation device? Share your experience with us.
Questions can be sent to Chandler Diversity, or 480-782-2214.