Directly from the Source

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Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, brings local government news and stories to you. Tune in with Communications and Public Affairs Department Director, Matthew Burdick, as he talks to industry experts about the complex topics facing the City of Chandler. This podcast will go beyond headlines and hearsay to share insights about Chandler and explore issues impacting our community with the experts addressing them.

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Episode 6: What Does It Mean To Be a City?

Jul 19 2023 30 mins

Not to worry, this episode won’t create flashbacks to high school government class. Listen to Episode 6 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and City Attorney Kelly Schwab and Strategic Initiatives Director Ryan Peters delve into the roles and authorities of a city as well as efforts to represent Chandler’s interests in Arizona.

Episode 5: Why has Chandler Reserved Land for Employment Uses?

Mar 09 2023 28 mins

Chandler’s employment areas are home to more than 2,200 businesses and nearly 100,000 jobs. Listen to Episode 5 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and Economic Development Director Micah Miranda and Planning Administrator Kevin Mayo discuss how planning and development of Chandler’s employment areas has influenced community growth and job crea

Episode 4: Offering a Hand Up to Address Homelessness

Oct 17 2022 31 mins

Homelessness is a concern in our community and others in the region. Listen to Episode 4 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and Community Resources Manager Riann Balch and Community Navigator Supervisor Misty Gustafson discuss the current state of homelessness and the ways it’s being addressed in Chandler.

Episode 1: What Does a Drought Mean for Chandler?

Sep 12 2022 21 mins

We live in the desert and water is a precious resource. Listen to Episode 1 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and Simone Kjolsrud, Chandler’s Water Resources Advisor, dive into the City’s drought management plans in response to Colorado River shortages. water supplies and conservation programs.

Episode 2: Answering the Call, Expanding Chandler's Busiest Fire Station

Sep 12 2022 35 mins

Chandler’s busiest fire station is being rebuilt to improve our emergency response capabilities. Listen to Episode 2 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and Fire Chief Tom Dwiggins and Assistant Fire Chief Keith Hargis discuss this important project and efforts to deliver fire and emergency medical services in Chandler.

Episode 3: Taking Flight at Chandler Municipal Airport

Sep 12 2022 27 mins

The Chandler Municipal Airport is among the nation’s busiest general aviation airports in the country. Listen to Episode 3 of Directly from the Source, a Chandler podcast, as host Matt Burdick and Airport Manager Ryan Reeves discuss what’s involved with managing the airport, its role in the nation’s aviation system and future development plans.