30 May 3 - 16, 2008
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Moms get
Award-winning police officers make city proud
their day
by Vice Mayor Lowell Huggins other agencies in the region. Prior to that, we had
I would like to share some great news with the to send officers in need of training or in-service to
There are so many
community. Four Chandler police officers recently the Department of Public Safety Motorcycle School,
different types of
returned from the 12th Annual Southwest Police held at Phoenix International Raceway. Although
mothers in the SanTan
Motorcycle Competition held in Las Vegas. The four DPS is well known for providing quality instruction,
Photo by
LightRainImages.com Sun area: traditional
police officers John Allison, Keith Aguiar, Robert it was often difficult to get an officer placed in the
stay-at-home moms,
Garduno and Tom Schuhrke, competed against class, as the class sizes often had limited seats
approximately 150 other officers, and among
taking care of their children, husbands and
available.
them took, first, second and fourth place in the Chandler now has a three-week training course
households; those with full-time corporate
competition – a great showing for our City. available to other police agencies and the new
careers also raising families; empty-nester
This annual competition is a great networking training school has the added convenience of
mothers, finding new lives after children;
opportunity to meet other law enforcement officers in-service training for our current motor officers.
women who have tragically lost children;
from the Southwest region, and it also provides That allows more flexibility as officers complete
and the list goes on. an opportunity for the officers to test and practice their semi-annual training requirements. The
We focus this month on a growing their motorcycle riding skills, share training ideas training school is another case of the Chandler
segment of our population: combat moms.
and gauge themselves against other riders. Police Department’s vision to make its team the
Women have a long military history, but it’s
The Chandler Police Department started its own best in the country. And we hope to see more wins
been in more recent conflicts that we’ve
Police Motorcycle Training School approximately at next year’s competition.
seen mothers of even small ones going
two years ago to better serve our own officers and
off to war. Thanks to the National Guard
unit near the Chandler Municipal Airport
Making good grades just as important out of school
for assisting us in finding a current military
mom for this issue’s cover story.
by Councilmember Trinity Donovan is also committed to maintaining and creating
With warmer temperatures come the Chandler recently earned the only A+ grade on new recreational opportunities. This is evident
stories we dread: pool and car accidents
the Valley Forward 2008 Environmental Report in the growing number of neighborhoods parks
involving young kids. Chandler Fire
Card. Valley Forward, an organization that has and recreational centers like the Tumbleweed
Department Battalion Chief gives us his
worked regionally for nearly 40 years to improve Recreation Center and Paseo Trail.
annual reminder and safety precautions.
environmental quality while encouraging economic To fully enjoy these recreational experiences,
We hear a lot about immigration these
growth in Valley cities, produces the report card every air quality plays a role. Chandler participates in
days, but not so much about local people
few years. Each of the 11 participating cities was the Maricopa County Travel Reduction program.
evaluated in four areas: Air, Land, Transportation
like Clemente Ranch residents John Carroll
As part of this program, nearly half of all City
and Water. Chandler’s highest mark was received employees work a compressed work schedule,
and his family, originally from England, who
in the area of Water and was noted as being a “role eliminating a drive to work at least one day each
face immigration and possible deportation
model” for other providers of water service in the week. Chandler also promotes alternative transit
challenges – even after doing their best to
Valley. to help lower the number of vehicles operating on
become U.S. citizens.
Preserving this precious resource is a must in City streets. On another note, Chandler is making
For those of you thinking about getting order to meet future demands that come with strides to educate residents on ways to reduce
your child their first pet, read our SanTan growth. Chandler demonstrates conservation particulate matter also known as PM-10. While air
Family Fun story first for some helpful hints.
efforts through a number of programs available quality is monitored through Maricopa County,
I remember a local pet store owner telling
to help residents learn more about saving water Chandler is doing its part by encouraging residents
me not to get a pet until my son was out of
and also through the use of reclaimed water. The to reduce driving, avoid driving in dirt, and using
diapers – she said I didn’t want to be potty-
report also highlighted the unique enhancement electric lawn equipment. PM-10 can be lowered
training two at the same time!
to our water source through Chandler’s recent if everyone makes some simple modifications.
So moms, May 11 is for you. I won’t be
partnership with the Town of Gilbert for a joint Chandler received a B when graded on Air.
water treatment plant. Beyond the cost savings In the area of Transportation, Chandler earned
spending the day with my mother this year,
achieved in this joint venture, another benefit is the an A. From the small farming community that it
as she and my father will be in Berkeley, CA
ability to provide a second source of surface water once was, Chandler has emerged as a dynamic,
with my youngest brother, who was born on
for our residents. progressive city. Chandler has incorporated
Mother’s Day 50 years ago, and his big day
Air, land, transportation and water are four areas pedestrian-oriented development, bike paths and
falls once again on this holiday. But I will
that extend beyond Chandler’s boundaries and special road improvements designed specifically
spend it with my husband and son, who has underscore the importance of working regionally for bus lanes to improve travel times.
made this mother a very proud and grateful
on these issues. Through my participation in Valley Chandler is also in the process of developing
one. Happy Mother’s Day to you, and thanks
Metro/Regional Public Transportation Authority a green building program that will incorporate
to moms, dads and all of you for reading the
and the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association, “green” standards for residential, commercial and
SanTan Sun News.
I have learned the value of looking for ways to government buildings. The City will continue to
address current and future transportation and do its homework to further these efforts. Although,
Laurie Fagen, Editor/Publisher
water needs. Often, the solutions are found through participation in the Report Card process is voluntary,
a regional approach.
Geoff Hancock, Advertising/Production
it’s a great way for Valley communities to celebrate
Land and air concerns are equally important. successes, see where we can do better and work
When it comes to land, Chandler scored an A-. toward continuous improvement. As cities and
Have a story idea or news tip? Know of
The City’s General Plan encourages land use towns work collectively to contribute to this project,
an interesting photo opportunity? How about
planning that is beneficial to the City, whether the Valley will continue to grow, and maintain
positive feedback or constructive comments?
it’s infrastructure or sustainable neighborhoods. the standards of livability and sustainability its
Chandler residents have come to appreciate this residents have come to expect.
We’d like to hear from you. Email us at
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