Strategic Initiatives executes the Federal and State policy agenda of the City of Chandler to serve the interests of our community. The division works with regional agencies such as Maricopa Association of Governments, Valley Metro, Arizona Municipal Water Users Association, East Valley Partnership and the League of Arizona Cities and Towns to represent Chandler’s priorities throughout the State.
This team also encompasses Transportation Policy and Grant Management which works to identify and secure local, State and Federal transportation funding for city projects, provides guidance surrounding the management of transportation activities, coordinates ADA compliance and oversees the city’s transit system.
Grant Management assists city departments to leverage programs with grants that are aligned with the city’s Strategic Initiatives and are vital to the economic development and resilience of our community.
Legislative Priorities and Advocacy
Each winter, the Government Relations Division, in coordination with key staff and the Mayor and Council, establishes legislative priorities to outline the city’s broad framework when it comes to advocacy at the state and federal levels. The city’s fundamental priorities are to preserve the authority to make decisions at the local level, protect revenue sources, and oppose state efforts to impose additional responsibilities without funding.
These priorities guide the city’s activities during the legislative session. In partnership with The League of Arizona Cities and Towns, the city annually tracks hundreds of proposed bills that could affect Chandler residents or services the city provides.
Chandler’s Elected Officials
Federal Representatives
Congressional District 5 encompasses residents living in Eastern and Southern Chandler, as well as Apache Junction, Gilbert, Queen Creek and Mesa. Individuals in Congressional District 5 are represented in the House by Representative Andy Biggs. Find your Congressional District and Representatives.
Congressional District 4 encompasses residents living in Western and Central Chandler, as well as Tempe, Phoenix and Mesa. Individuals in Congressional District 4 are represented in the House by Representative Greg Stanton. Find your Congressional District and Representatives.
Governor’s Office
State Representatives
Legislative District 14 encompasses residents living in the Southeastern most part of Chandler. The district is represented by one Senator and two Representatives. Find your Legislative District.
Senator Warren Petersen
Email Warren Peterson
602-926-4136
Legislative District 13 encompasses residents living in Central nd South Chandler. This District is represented by one Senator and two Representatives. Find your Legislative District.
Senator J.D. Mesnard
Email Senator J.D. Mesnard
602-926-4481
Legislative District 12 encompasses residents living in North and West Chandler. This District is represented by one Senator and two Representatives. Find your Legislative District.
Senator Mitzi Epstein
Email Senator Mitzi Epstein
602-926-4870
County Representative
The City of Chandler is located in Maricopa County District 1 along with Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Tempe and a portion of Phoenix. Maricopa County District 1 is represented by Supervisor Mark Stewart.
Lobbying Expenditures
Quarterly lobbying expenditure reports are filed with the Arizona Secretary of State's Office. Archived reports for the City are also available.
The City is also a member of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, a taxpayer-funded lobbying association.
Getting Involved
There are many ways that you can be involved in the legislative process, and Government Relations staff is here to answer questions about bills moving through the legislature and how to meaningfully navigate the legislative process.
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