Established in 2005, the Domestic Violence Commission advises the Council on domestic violence issues in Chandler. The 11 Commissioners remain current on legislature and resources that assist victims and their families.
The Commissioners participate in community outreach events to raise awareness about domestic violence dynamics and the available resources in Chandler and surrounding cities.
Meetings are usually held at 9 a.m. on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the City Council Chambers Conference Room at 88 E. Chicago St.
| Members (11) | Term Expires |
|---|---|
| Dr. Ruth Tan Lim | 05-01-2026 |
| Samantha Hinchey, Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence | 05-01-2026 |
| Salina Imam | 05-01-2026 |
| Tracy Ducharme | 05-01-2026 |
| Sonia Smith, Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley | 05-01-2025 |
| Vacant | 05-01-2025 |
| Aleshia Fessel, Community Legal Services | 05-01-2025 |
| Dawn Curtis, Catholic Charities | 05-01-2025 |
| LaTisha Codkind | 05-01-2025 |
| Vacant | 05-01-2024 |
| Chelsea Grieve | 05-01-2024 |
| Alternate Members | |
| Kelly Garza, Alternate for Arizona's Children Association | 05-01-2025 |
| Korin Waltersdorf, Alternate for Community Legal Services | 05-01-2025 |
| Staff Liaison Katie Cain, Victim Services Coordinator 480-782-4566 |
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Membership
Term: 3 years
Meets: Once a month, subcommittee meets once a month
Members: 11 members: 5 of which are representatives of domestic violence service providers or agencies.
Subcommittee: Community Outreach Subcommittee