Mayor Kevin Hartke believes civic engagement is vital to properly address the needs and future of this community and has created CIVIC to better engage our residents. CIVIC is an interactive, 13-session program providing Chandler residents with a behind-the-scenes look at city services.
This free program will continue in January 2025 and is the latest offering by the City of Chandler to help residents connect with their government. In each session, participants will meet with city leaders, tour facilities that keep our city running, participate in interactive sessions and learn how to stay engaged with the city and in their community.
Through CIVIC you can participate in activities such as an interactive firefighter training simulation, tour Chandler’s water reclamation facility, and take part in a mock legislative hearing to learn more about the ins and outs of the Chandler government.
Program Details
CIVIC sessions will generally take place every other Wednesday from 4:30 – 7 p.m. at various locations throughout Chandler. An overview of topics to be covered and session dates is outlined below.
Please note: Dates and topics are subject to change.
*Date Change
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, Jan. 8 | Orientation and Welcome |
| Wednesday, Jan. 22 | City Council, City Manager, City Clerk and Communications & Public Affairs |
| Wednesday, Feb. 5 | Fire Department |
| Thursday, Feb. 13 (Optional) | State of the City |
| Wednesday, Feb. 19 | Community Services |
| Wednesday, March 5 | Economic Development, Cultural Development and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion |
| Wednesday, March 19 | Airport |
| Wednesday, April 2 | Public Works & Utilities |
Friday, April 11 (Optional) | Strategic Initiatives |
| Wednesday, April 16 | Police Department |
| Wednesday, April 30 | Management Services & Human Resources |
| Wednesday, May 14 | Neighborhood Resources |
| Wednesday, May 28 | Transportation Policy & Development Services |
| Wednesday, June 11 | Law & Courts |
| TBD | Closing Event and Council Graduation |
Eligibility
To be eligible to participate in CIVIC, you must:
- Commit to attending at least nine CIVIC sessions
- Be a Chandler resident
- Be 18+ years of age
- Not be currently employed by the City of Chandler
Application
Applications for the 2025 program will be open Oct. 1 through Nov. 8, 2024.
Twenty-five residents will be selected for the fifth CIVIC cohort. Applications will be competitively ranked based on the thoroughness of the application, demonstrated interest in the program, and a desire to be involved in their community and local government. If you are not selected for the 2025 program, you will be given priority for future CIVIC cohorts.
More Information
Contact Alexis Apodaca, Mayor & Council Public Affairs Manager, 480-782-2222
