Chandler Local Headlines: Homelessness resource day, a police tribute, and water-wise tips

Top story: East Valley Community Impact Day set for March 4

Chandler is partnering with Gilbert, Mesa, and Tempe on a one-day resource event for people who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of it. Organizers say the goal is to make it easier to connect with help in one place, in a single day.

The East Valley Community Impact Day is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at a church in Gilbert. City information says the event will include a job fair and dozens of service providers offering support with housing, health care, IDs, veteran services, and more.

Getting there from Chandler

Chandler also plans to offer free transportation to the event from several pickup locations around the city, including:

• Neighborhood Resources Department
• Chandler Public Library (Downtown)
• Chandler Public Library (Sunset)
• AZCEND Chandler

Community: Officers show up for a fallen colleague’s daughter

In a story shared by Chandler police, officers supported the daughter of a Chandler officer who died in a 2014 crash by standing beside her during her recent wedding and helping honor her father’s memory. The post also points to years of continued support for the family, including showing up for major milestones.

In the neighborhood: Low-water landscaping workshop

A recent city library workshop focused on ways to add color to yards year-round while using less water. The session included guidance on plant selection and basic care, reflecting an ongoing local emphasis on practical water-wise landscaping for desert conditions.

Worth a look on the local calendar

• City cultural foundation meeting (Thursday, Feb. 26)
• Human Relations Commission meeting (Wednesday, Feb. 25)