On Friday, Jan. 14, I hosted the Martin Luther King Jr., Keeping the Dream Alive Award Ceremony to honor Chandler community members and leaders who have helped to move the Chandler community forward. The individuals I recognized have made it their mission to inspire others with their vision, passion, dedication, and leadership in our community. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to put this event on and I look forward to continuing to work with these individuals.
Congratulations to all of the award recipients:
- Ashlee Atkins
- Michael Bankston
- Keasha Beach
- Crystal Blackwell
- Bardo Brantley
- Cristian Brantley
- Laura Capello
- Ernest Clark Jr.
- Dr. Bill Crawford
- Angel Encinas
- Juanita Encinas
- Michael Franklin
- Brian Fox
- Lisa Grayer
- Monique Hughes
- Faith Johnson
- Jaylen Jones
- Derek Kennard
- Terri Kimble
- Cianna Kirksey
- Nzinga Lyakaremye
- Shawn Mitchell
- Julia Peixoto-Peters
- Shelby Pedersen
- Amya Rodriguez
- Dr. Adama Sallu
- Kiana Sears
I was honored to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Chandler’s long-time community leader and advocate, Pastor Victor Hardy. And I thought, what better way to get to know this amazing community leader than a quick Q&A?
- How long have you lived in Chandler?
I have lived in Chandler since 1999.
- What do you think is your biggest accomplishment?
I think my biggest accomplishment is bringing The Chandler Men of Action into existence. The City of Chandler helped in getting this organization set up and creating the African American Banquet.
- How long have you been involved in the Chandler City Council meetings?
I started doing the city council meetings since Mayor Tibshraeny’s administration.
- How long have you been a pastor?
I have been a Pastor at the Congregational Church of the Valley for the past 6 years.
- What does it mean to you to have received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Councilmember Harris?
I was very humbled by this award. I did not know that it has been a lifetime. I thank God for all He has given me and my family for supporting me.
Thank you, Pastor Hardy for all you do for the Chandler community!
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Keeping the Dream Alive Award Recipients
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Award recipients and guests listening to the speakers at the Keeping the Dream Alive event.
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Pastor Victor Hardy giving a speech upon receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke welcoming Councilmember Ellis to the podium.
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Violin performance at the Martin Luther King Jr. Keeping the Dream Alive Event.
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Councilmember Christine Ellis (left) with a Keeping the Dream Alive award recipient.
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Award recipient, Terri Kimble from the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.
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Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Pastor Victor Hardy with his family.
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Councilmembers Christine Ellis (Left) and OD Harris.
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Keeping the Dream Alive Award Recipients
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Award recipients and guests listening to the speakers at the Keeping the Dream Alive event.
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Pastor Victor Hardy giving a speech upon receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke welcoming Councilmember Ellis to the podium.
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Violin performance at the Martin Luther King Jr. Keeping the Dream Alive Event.
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Councilmember Christine Ellis (left) with a Keeping the Dream Alive award recipient.
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Award recipient, Terri Kimble from the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.
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Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Pastor Victor Hardy with his family.
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Councilmembers Christine Ellis (Left) and OD Harris.