12 Dec. 17, 2011 - Jan. 6, 2012 Year in review from Page 11
were recognized by the Arizona section of the American Public Works Association in August, naming the South Arizona Avenue Corridor Improvement Project as a Project of the Year. The project is part of a larger vision the City has for redevelopment of the City’s central core and implements the South Arizona Avenue Area Plan and the City Council’s vision for a new front door into downtown. The awards continued with recognition from the International Downtown Association, which presented the City with one of six Merit Awards in the Public Space category that recognizes capital improvements that have enhanced the urban design, physical function, or economic viability of a community’s downtown.
September
Recognitions for key projects kept coming at the end of the year when in September, Chandler was one of 151 communities across the country that received the Playful City USA designation from KaBOOM!, a national nonprofi t dedicated to bringing play back into children’s lives. A primary goal of Playful City USA is to encourage cities and towns to share creative ideas, concepts and programs in an effort to increase play opportunities for children. Chandler was one of
only 19 Playful City USA communities that received recognition for the fi fth consecutive year, and one of 11 Arizona communities to be honored in 2011.
October
by America’s Promise Alliance. The competition honors communities across America for their commitment to provide healthy, safe and caring environments for young people.
November
Nov. 15 will always be a notable event in Chandler history, as it was the fi rst anniversary of the offi cial dedication of the Chandler City Hall Complex.
the site.
Since its completion, City Hall and the adjoining Council Chambers received numerous accolades for its contemporary, green design, excellent use of effi cient energy and environmental design. Among those organizations that have lauded the project are the Valley Forward Association, Arizona Commercial Real Estate Magazine, the Urban Land Institute and the American Institute for Architects.
December Submitted photo
NEW HOME: City Hall moves into a new office building after leasing space for years.
Submitted photo
BEST: Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny speaks during a ceremony for being one of the top 100 communities for young people.
The City was named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People
The centerpiece of the new complex is the fi ve-story, 120,000-square-foot City Hall offi ce building on the east side of Arizona Avenue and the north side of Chicago Street, which accommodates several City departments. It is designed to be a pedestrian-friendly campus where many of the most used City services are easily accessible on the fi rst fl oor of various buildings throughout
As the year draws to an end, Chandler has much to look forward to in 2012, as it is the City’s Centennial. We will celebrate our 100th Birthday with many contests, recognitions and events. Planning is well underway for a series of special events in early 2012 leading up to Centennial Celebration Weekend, May 17-19, 2012. A 100-day countdown to the birthday festivities begins in early February. The State’s own Centennial also will occur during the 100-day countdown.
Information provided by the City of Chandler Communications and Public Affairs Department.
City of Chandler Insider
www.SanTanSun.com
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