Chandler seeks arguments for, against bond, charter measures

The city of Chandler will hold a special election on Nov. 4, giving Chandler voters the opportunity to authorize the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds.

The $475 million in bonds will be used to fund multiple projects, including neighborhood parks and street improvements, improve public safety services and equipment for police and fire, according to a news release.

The cost to file an argument is $150 and arguments are limited to 300 words. The $150 fee must be paid when the argument is submitted.

Two charter amendment propositions will be on the special election ballot.

The public can submit arguments for or against these six items:

• Bond Question 1 – "Enhance Chandler’s Park and Recreational Amenities to Improve Quality of Life in the Community"
• Bond Question 2 – "Enhance Chandler Fire Department Services and Response Through Improved Facilities and Equipment"
• Bond Question 3 – "Enhance Chandler Police Department Services and Response Through Improved Facilities and Equipment"
• Bond Question 4 – "Keep Chandler Streets Safe, Improve Traffic Flows and Reduce Commuter Times for Chandler Residents"
• Proposition 410 – "Charter Amendment Clarification of Term Limits for Councilmembers and Mayor"
• Proposition 411 – "Charter Amendment Regarding Appointment and Removal of City Manager"

The deadline to submit arguments is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6.

Arguments can be submitted in one or more of these three ways:

• Email to elections@chandleraz.gov. A payment link will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
• Deliver in person to Chandler City Hall, City Clerk’s Office, 175 S. Arizona Ave., first floor, downtown Chandler.
• Send by mail to Chandler City Hall, Mail Stop 606, P.O. Box 4008, Chandler, AZ 85244-4008.

Arguments are not considered filed until payment has been received. Payment can be paid by personal check (made out to the City of Chandler), credit or debit card, money order, or cash.

Each argument filed should also be submitted in electronic format to the City Clerk’s Office at dana.delong@chandleraz.gov. Arguments will be included in the official information pamphlet along with the names of submitting individuals or entities.

For more information regarding arguments or the upcoming Special Election, email City Clerk Dana DeLong here or call her office at 480-782-2181, or visit this webpage.

We invite our readers to submit their civil comments on this topic. Email AZOpinions@iniusa.org.