Happy Holidays From Mayor Kevin Hartke
Every day in Chandler, I see what makes our city extraordinary: the people who look out for one another and give their time, energy, and hearts to make our community stronger. That spirit of care is especially meaningful during the holiday, when simple acts of kindness remind us that none of us stand alone.
The strength of Chandler lives in the connections we build, the neighbors who become friends, and the willingness to step up when someone needs a hand. It is what makes our city not just a great place to live, but a place that truly feels like home.
This season, let’s celebrate that sense of togetherness by reaching out, lifting one another up, and sharing the generosity that defines who we are.
On behalf of the Chandler City Council and city staff, thank you for making Chandler such a remarkable community. We have accomplished so much together this past year, and I am excited for all that we will create in the year ahead. I wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright, hopeful New Year.
Your input. Your impact.
It’s that time of year again! The City of Chandler is starting its budget process and encourages residents to provide their thoughts about the community and its future.
Starting Monday, Nov. 24, Chandler residents will be able to complete the annual budget survey. The survey will be available through Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.
Residents are asked to answer at least the first six general questions of the survey which should take about two minutes. The remaining questions allow you to provide funding priorities as well as feedback on the Council Strategic Focus Areas.
You can share thoughts and ideas on any or all of the topics including open text boxes for comments. The budget survey results are shared with the Mayor, City Councilmembers, City Manager and staff to assist in the formulation of the city’s financial plan.
Please take this opportunity to let us know what is going well, and what could use some additional attention during the next Budget Year. In addition to the online survey which is available in English, Spanish and Mandarin, paper copies will also be available and may be picked up at various city facilities, including libraries, community centers and the lobby of City Hall.
Celebrate the 31st Annual Multicultural Festival and more!
Join the City of Chandler Connection & Impact Division for the 31st annual Multicultural Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.
This event promotes the cultural diversity within Chandler through music, dance, art, storytelling, food and more. Come enjoy cultural performances, kids’ activities and delicious food. Attendees will also enjoy live performances, a custom
cruiser car show and an international shopping market
featuring unique items from around the world.
In addition, the Chandler International Film Festival will take place Jan. 23 to Feb. 1, 2026. The ten-day festival will include a red-carpet event, an opening ceremony, world premieres, industry workshops and a Q&A session with directors.
Be the Solution to Stormwater Pollution
Stormwater runoff is a leading cause of pollution in surface waters in the United States.
Stormwater runoff occurs when rain flows across the land’s surface instead of soaking into the ground. As it moves, it can pick up pollutants such as:
- Automotive fluids
- Dirt and litter
- Household chemicals
- Pesticides and fertilizers
- Pet waste
- Yard debris
Paved surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and parking lots direct this polluted water into curbs and gutters, which then discharge untreated into the nearest retention basin, park, greenbelt or community lake.
You can help prevent pollution by following these tips:
- Sweep yard debris and dispose of it in the trash rather than blowing or hosing it into the street.
- Contain swimming pool or spa water on your property or dispose of it through your sanitary sewer cleanout. For guidance call 480-782-3503.
- Use fertilizers and pesticides sparingly and according to manufacturer instructions.
- Pick up after your pet and dispose of waste in the trash.
- Wash vehicles at a commercial car wash or on pervious surfaces.
- Always use a nozzle on your garden hose and avoid letting water flow into the street.
- Maintain your vehicles to prevent leaks, and do not park vehicles that are leaking on the street.
- Avoid overwatering your lawn.
- Take household hazardous waste: like cleaning products, automotive fluids, paint, pesticides, herbicides, and pool chemicals to the city’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for proper disposal. An appointment is required. Please contact Solid Waste Services at 480-782-3510.
Report illegal dumping into streets and storm drains online or call 480-782-3503.
Once the holidays are over, learn what to do with your Christmas tree
Looking for a way to dispose of your Christmas tree? Chandler offers several methods for tree recycling. Trees that are collected are chipped and reused in projects. For safety, please remove tree stands, nails, lights, ornaments and garland before recycling, and do not place trees in bags.
Drop-off boxes are available at multiple locations from
Dec. 26, 2025 - Jan. 16, 2026. Visit Tree Recycling or call 480-782-3510 for locations.
Trees also will be collected separately at the curb on your recycling collection day, from Dec. 26, 2025 through Jan. 16, 2026. You do not have to schedule collection, but trees must be at the edge of your driveway (no more than four feet onto your property) by 6 a.m. on your recycling day. Do not place the tree in your trash or recycling bin, on the sidewalk, street or in the alley.
Trash and recycling are NOT collected on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day, which fall on Thursdays this year. Containers will be collected one day later through Saturday for these two weeks.
The City of Chandler will close city offices on Dec. 25, 2025 and Jan. 1, 2026. City offices will be open with limited services available Dec. 26, 29, 30 and 31.
- City administrative offices will be closed:
- Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025 for the Christmas holiday
- Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026 for the New Year’s holiday
- Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, for the Martin Luther King, Jr./Civil Rights holiday
Trash and recycling are NOT collected on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day, which fall on Thursdays this year. Containers will be collected one day later through Saturday for these two weeks.
The Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center will be closed on the holidays listed above.- City administrative offices will be closed:
- Please enjoy the Six Month Event Calendar and Quick Look phone directory included with your water bill this month.
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