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Chandler issues April proclamations and honors Innovation Fair winners
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Chandler City Council proclaimed observances for child abuse prevention, intimate-partner violence awareness and Fair Housing Month, highlighted the Field of Hope memorial (April 12–17) and recognized winners from the Chandler Innovation Fair, with the economic development director thanking sponsors and reporting strong turnout.
Mayor Kevin Hartke opened the April 6 study session by reading proclamations recognizing child abuse prevention, intimate-partner/assault awareness month, and Fair Housing Month. The proclamations called on the Chandler community to support prevention and awareness efforts and to uphold fair-housing principles.
A representative invited to speak about the Field of Hope memorial described it as "a memorial to the children that were lost" and a call to action; the speaker said the display will be set up on Sunday, April 12 with a dedication ceremony at 6:00 p.m., the field remaining through April 17, and volunteers asked to start set-up at 2:30 p.m. The proclamation referenced an Arizona Department of Health Services report and cited child fatality statistics read aloud by the mayor.
Council member Ellis read the proclamation on intimate-partner violence and told the council that recent incidents in other jurisdictions underscored the need for community vigilance. "If anybody sees something, please say something," Ellis said as she urged community awareness and support for survivors.
The council also recognized winners of the Chandler Innovation Fair. Micah Miranda, the city's economic development director, thanked sponsors including Avnet, Microchip, Northrop Grumman, NXP, Pride Group, SRP, Game Truck and Waste Management of Arizona and said the event drew substantial participation. Miranda said staff estimated over 150 vendors, about 174 booths, and roughly 8,000 attendees participated this year across K–12 exhibitor categories. Winners were recognized from Arizona College Prep, Hamilton, Bogle and Shumway leadership programs and Chandler Traditional Academy Independence, among others.
Neighborhood Resources staff noted their annual fair-housing training and certification efforts for department staff. The council concluded the study session after brief discussion of consent items and next steps for the regular meeting.
The proclamations and recognitions were ceremonial and informational; no formal policy action resulted from these presentations at the study session.
