Chandler Police Department

2012-13
Annual Report

Inside
Chief’s Message..................... 2
Strategic Plan Updates............ 3
Demographics....................... 4
Crime Statistics.................... 5
Retirements......................... 6
Organization Chart................. 8
Beat Map...........................12
Awards & Achievements..........30

Message From The Chief
As I reflect on this, the tenth edition of the Chandler Police
Department’s Annual Report for which I have provided an
introduction, I am reminded of the many changes that have
occurred within our Department and community over the past
decade.
For Fiscal Year 2003-04, our report highlighted the numerous
programs and events that the Chandler Police Department
offers for the youth of our community. Fiscal Year 2006-07
saw the opening of our Desert Breeze Substation, and 200708 featured the subsequent opening of the Chandler Heights
Substation. In 2009-10, the City dedicated its beautiful Public
Safety Memorial. The Annual Report for 2011-12 highlighted
the implementation of new police records management and
computer aided dispatch systems. As indicated in these
reports, it is significant to note that, between 2003 and 2012,
we have seen a 40% decline in Part I crime rates.
As you read through this report, you will see the latest changes and accomplishments for
Fiscal Year 2012-13 as we continue to add to our rich history. Community outreach remains
a focus: this year saw the Department’s inaugural participation in a partnered “Trunk
or Treat” event. Continuing in its efforts to improve crime suppression and response,
the Department changed the City’s police beat alignment. Department infrastructure
enhancements this year included a remodel to our 23-year-old Communications Section and
an expansion in our Property and Evidence Facility to better serve our customers.
Amidst the many changes, core tenets remain a constant - the professionalism, dedication,
and commitment of the members of the Department to best utilize our resources to fight
crime and to protect the residents of Chandler.
It has been a distinct honor to serve with the men and women of the Chandler Police
Department.
Please enjoy the 2012-13 Annual Report.
Sherry Kiyler, Police Chief

Strategic Plan Updates
Enhance Crime/Disorder Prevention and Improved Community Safety Through Proactive
Problem Solving Strategies and Partnerships
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Procured two electronic E Child ID kits to offer child fingerprinting services at crime prevention events.
Facilitated a training day with Chandler Unified School District security staff.
Conducted the first all-female Wilderness Academy with 24 participants.
Received over 14,000 volunteer hours for 2012.
Performed lock-down drill assessments at all secondary schools in Chandler.
Initiated a year-round “Prescription Drug Take-Back” program that allows citizens to drop off unneeded prescription drugs at any time.

Strengthen Relationships and Partnerships
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Implemented new radios that allow for multi-agency communications.
Continued to share information with community through the Neighborhood Resources Newsletter.
Expanded the Senior Lock Box Program that allows emergency responders access to homes of participating senior citizens.
Trained and graduated eight new Motorist Assist Volunteers to help serve the community’s traffic-related needs.
Expanded safety education, internal to the organization.

Develop Infrastructure
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Applied a beat realignment for the southern part of the City.
Implemented a 16-hour “Mentoring and Leadership” training program for all supervisors.
Initiated a new web-based crime data sharing tool called “Raids Online” which can be accessed by the public.
Remodeled the Property & Evidence Facility to include an evidence viewing room.

Mission Statement
The Chandler Police Department exists to serve all people within our jurisdiction with respect, fairness and compassion.
Department employees are committed to the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace,
order, and safety; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; and the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees.
With customer service as our foundation, we are driven by goals to investigate problems and incidents, to seek solutions in partnership
with our community and to foster a sense of security in neighborhoods and individuals.
We build and maintain public trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics.
To fulfill this mission, the Chandler Police Department is dedicated to providing a quality work environment and development of its members
through effective training and leadership. Chandler Police Department is honored to serve our community with courage, pride and dedication.

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Demographics

City of Chandler
2010-11

2011-12

2012-13

Population
Area (Square Miles)
Street Miles

Chandler Police Department
2010-11

2011-12

2012-13

Sworn Employees
Civilian Employees
Total Employees
Calls For Service
Adopted Budget

Adopted Budget
Cost Center

2010-11

2011-12

2012-13

Administration
Professional Standards
Property & Evidence
Forensic Services
Field Operations
Criminal Investigations
Planning & Research
Communications
Records
Detention Services
Comm Resources & Trng
Capital

Total

This year, the Department initiated a “Prescription
Drug Take-Back” program, allowing citizens to drop
off unneeded prescription drugs at any time.

$82,639,217

$78,424,764

$68,850,751

Crime Statistics
Calls For Service by Priority
Year

Priority
1

Average
Response
Time

Priority
2

Average
Response
Time

Priority
3

Average
Response
Time

2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
Part I Crimes
“Part I Crimes” are specific crimes uniformly identified by law enforcement agencies as a baseline
for activity within an agency’s jurisdiction. The number of Part I Violent Crimes is determined
by adding all homicides, robberies, rapes, and aggravated assaults that have occurred within
the Chandler city limits during a fiscal year. Part I Crimes Against Property are comprised of all
burglaries, thefts, auto thefts, and arsons. The “Part I Crime Rate” is the number of these crimes
per 1,000 citizens residing in the City of Chandler.

Number of Occurrences
2010-11

2011-12

2012-13

2011-12

2012-13

All Part I Crimes
Homicide
Rape
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Burglary
Theft
Motor Vehicle Theft
Arson

Crime Rates
Per 1,000 Citizens
Overall Part I Crime Rate
Violent Crime Rate
Property Crime Rate

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2010-11

Retirements
When Sherry Albert (Kiyler) applied to become a police dispatcher, her thoughts were on paying the rent. Little did
she know that she had just taken the first step on a 40-plus-year journey that would see her climb through the ranks
of one of the largest metropolitan police agencies in the country and finally lead a cutting edge suburban police
department into the new millennium. Sherry Kiyler made her mark on a male-dominated profession with hard work
and a commitment to justice. After 32 years with the Phoenix Police Department, where she began as a dispatcher
and retired as a Commander, she attained her objective of becoming a Police Chief when she came to Chandler
in 2004. After an extensive organizational review, Chief Kiyler, along with her command staff, set out the goals
that were to become the hallmark of her tenure: Crime Suppression; Building Partnerships and Relationships; and
Developing Department Infrastructure.
During Chief Kiyler’s nine years as Chandler’s top law enforcement officer, crime rates declined significantly,
showing a 40% drop in Part 1 crimes between 2003 and 2012. She, along with several other Chiefs from neighboring
cities, founded the East Valley Police Chiefs Association with Chief Kiyler serving as its inaugural chairperson. The
Association has developed into a strong collaboration that has addressed issues cooperatively, created the East Valley
Fusion Center, and improved the seamless delivery of law enforcement services among the respective cities through
participation in a number of multi-agency task forces. In addition, her community outreach cemented relationships
between the Department and numerous local non-profits.
Finally, she was at the helm when the Chandler Police Department opened two new substations, adopted and implemented a new records management
system, and completed a comprehensive overhaul of the Communications Center, making it a state-of-the-art facility that will serve the department and
the community for years to come.
Chief Kiyler credits the men and women of the Chandler Police Department for these accomplishments, always noting that staff has had to do more with
fewer resources for several years. Despite the challenges, her vision and leadership have kept the department moving forward in pursuit of its goals.
Having hired and/or promoted 253 of its current 480 employees, she has helped to define and shape the future of the Chandler Police Department for many
years to come and to ensure her place in its history.

Retirees’ Corner

Robert Bellows

Ofc. John Carboun

Sgt. Timothy Click

Mark Delugt

Paul Meissner

Lt. James Tollefson

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Martin Luther King Jr.’s
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Chandler Police Department Organization Chart
Professional
Standards
Section

Office

Senior Executive
Assistant

Chief

Legal
Unit

of the

Sherry Kiyler, Police Chief

Field
Operations
Division

PIO
Executive
Assistant

Professional
Services
Division

David Neuman, Asst Chief

Field Operations

Field Operations

Field Operations

Desert Breeze Substation

Main Substation

Chandler Heights Substation

David Lind, Asst Chief

Community
Resources &
Training Section

Patrol Teams

Patrol Teams/FTO

Patrol Teams

School Resource
Officers (SRO)

Administration

Admin/Fleet

Administration

Training/Range

Traffic
Enforcement

Bicycle Officers/
Teleserve

Park Rangers/
K-9s

Impound Unit

Emergency
Operations
Detention Services
Unit

Support
Services
Section

Criminal
Investigations
Bureau

Planning &
Research
Section

Forensic
Services
Section

Records Unit

Persons
Investigations

Planning &
Research Unit

Administration

Property & Evidence
Unit

Special
Investigations

Crime Analysis &
Research Unit

Crime Scene Unit

Support/Volunteer
Crime Prevention/
Explorer/HUD

Technology
Section

Technology Support

Communications
Section

Forensic Science

Dispatch
Communications
Support

Significant Changes
This year, the Department implemented some internal changes. The cessation of an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Gilbert regarding
provision of Forensic Services led to the elimination of two Criminalist positions and a Crime Scene Technician position. The Department permanently
assigned an officer to the role of Training Officer due to increasing training needs. A Police Administrative Specialist was assigned to the Department’s
Technology Section to assist with administrative duties in that area. An Operations Support Supervisor position was reclassified to Management Assistant
to oversee facility maintenance. A Police Administrative Specialist was reclassified to Impound Hearing Specialist to better reflect the role associated
with that position. A Police Fleet Aide position was eliminated. Regarding facilities, the Property and Evidence Facility expanded its reception area to
now include an “evidence viewing room.” The Communications Section experienced a significant remodel to its aging work area. On a Citywide note,
the Department implemented a redesign of beat structure in order to equalize patrol work load and to improve service to the public.

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Valentine’s Day

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Washington’s Birthday

DUI Task Force
This fiscal year, the Chandler Police Department again
participated in the East Valley DUI Task Force. This
annual effort comprises hundreds of officers and spans
fifteen nights. The 2012 event kicked off on November
30th. The effort continued through the holiday season
and moved throughout the entire East Valley until its
conclusion on New Year’s Eve.
While this effort has always involved multiple
jurisdictions, this year the Chandler Police Department
provided 27 officers to work 136 shifts in an effort to
keep the streets safe from impaired drivers. Over the
2012 holiday period, officers made 1,218 traffic stops
which resulted in 125 arrests for DUI. Arrests this year
included “aggravated” and “extreme” DUI categories,
as well as arrests for driving under the influence of
drugs. Additionally, officers also issued hundreds
of citations and warnings for other driving-related
violations.

The 2012 DUI Task Force kick-off event.

The visibility and support of the multi-jurisdictional effort, coupled
with the mission of the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, has proven
to be effective and valuable in the effort to protect the driving public.
The ongoing use of directed
enforcement and saturation patrols
provides the best opportunity to
impact our community by focusing
on specific areas of concern
identified through statistics or by
residents. Reducing accidents and
saving lives enhances the quality of
life in Chandler and remains a focus
of the Department’s Traffic Unit.
Many agencies partner to keep drunk drivers off our streets.

“Drive Hammered, Get Nailed”

March 2014

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Mardi Gras

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First Day of Spring

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Western Canal

Desert Breeze Precinct (Beats 1-6)

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Main Precinct (Beats 7-12)

Warner

Chandler Heights Precinct (Beats 13-17)

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Chandler
Price

McClintock

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Main Police Station

Pecos

Desert Breeze Substation

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Germann

Chandler Heights Substation

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Chandler Heights

Arizona

Richard T. Felix
Property & Evidence Facility

Phoenix

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Val Vista

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Lindsay

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Alma School

251 North Desert Breeze
Boulevard
PO Box 4008, MS 303W
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008

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Kyrene

Interstate 10

Desert Breeze
Substation

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Knox

Gilbert

250 East Chicago Street
PO Box 4008, MS 303
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008

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Cooper

Chandler Police
Headquarters

Arizona

Facilities

Hamilton

Chandler Police Beat Map

Hunt Highway

Chandler

Chandler Heights Substation

4040 East Chandler Heights Road
PO Box 4008, MS 303S
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008

Richard T. Felix Property & Evidence Facility
576 West Pecos Road
PO Box 4008, MS 915
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008

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April Fool’s Day

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Chandler Honors Canines

Demonstrations are an enjoyable task
performed by Chandler’s K-9 Unit.

The Chandler Police Canine Unit is recognized as one of the most skilled in the state. In addition to performing criminal
apprehensions, the Chandler canine team is comprised of accomplished sniffers - in narcotics and explosives. This year marked
the passing of two of the Department’s most loyal servants. Canines Duke and Chase passed away, leaving behind memories of
dedicated service.
Chase came to the Department in 2000
as the result of the community fund
raising efforts of Safeway, New Vista
Academy and Staples. Originally named
“Carlo,” Chase was renamed by the sixth
grade class at Erie Elementary School.
He was assigned to Officer Al Bacon in
January 2001 and soon became certified
in narcotic detection. During his career,
Chase assisted officers with apprehending
suspects and with detecting illegal
street drugs.
He loved impressing
children during demonstrations. Chase
worked for approximately nine years
until retiring in 2010. His absence will
be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Duke served for 10 years throughout
the valley. Assigned to Officer Stephen
Waters, he became one of Chandler
Police Department’s first bomb dogs.
Notable accomplishments included
performing bomb sweeps for the
Super Bowl, various All Star Games
and visitation sites of Presidents
Bush and Obama. Duke was well
known throughout the police canine
community and routinely placed
first in the annual Desert Dog K-9
Trials. Duke was all business, and
through his last days he would search
endlessly - even when his body had
difficulty keeping up.

Duke

Chase

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Mother’s Day

Cinco De Mayo

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City of Chandler

2012 Crime Clock
One Murder Every 92 Days
Motor vehicle death(s) excluded.
In Arizona, one every 25 hours

One Violent Crime Every 
14 Hours

One Sexual Assault Every
6 Days

In Arizona, one every 20 minutes 24 seconds

In Arizona, one every 5 hours 13 minutes

One Robbery Every 2 Days
In Arizona, one every 1 hour 13 minutes

One Aggravated Assault Every
Day

One Violent Crime or Property
Crime in the City of Chandler
Every 1 Hour 12 Minutes

In Arizona, one every 31 minutes 15 seconds

One Theft Every 2 Hours

In Arizona, one every 2 minutes 5 seconds

In Arizona, one every 3 minutes 22 seconds

One Burglary Every 8 Hours
In Arizona, one every 10 minutes 25 seconds

One Property Crime Every 
1 Hour 9 Minutes

One Motor Vehicle Theft
Every 34 Hours

In Arizona, one every 2 minutes 20 seconds

In Arizona, one every 30 minutes 18 seconds

One Arson Every 5 Days
Information for Arizona obtained from Crime in Arizona - 2012, AZDPS

In Arizona, one every 6 hours 20 minutes

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Father’s Day

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G.A.I.N. Event Provides Opportunity for Police to
Interact With Community
For a number of years, the Chandler Police Department has participated in and
supported “G.A.I.N.” events – this year was no exception. G.A.I.N. stands for Getting
Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods and is Arizona’s version of National Night Out.
During this event, communities throughout the state participate in anti-crime and drug
prevention programs. Not only does G.A.I.N. strengthen ties within the community,
it is also an opportunity for the Police Department to show its appreciation for
community support in the fight against crime. These celebrations, often in the form
of block parties, take place in various neighborhoods throughout the city. Community
partnerships and relationships are strengthened while joining together for food, music,
fun and games!
Objectives of the G.A.I.N. event include:
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To show support for the efforts of those involved
in the fight against crime;
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To heighten crime and drug prevention
awareness;
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To generate support for, and participation in,
local anti-crime programs;
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To strengthen neighborhood spirit and policecommunity partnerships; and,
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To send a message to criminals letting them
know that neighborhoods are organized and
fighting back.

G.A.I.N. events allow citizens to learn more about the
Department’s vehicles, equipment and personnel.

The 2012 G.A.I.N. event was held on Saturday, October
20th, with thirty-five neighborhoods scheduling police
officer visits. Appearances were also made by Handy
the Graffiti Buster, McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog, the
Department’s Mobile Command Center, some of the Special
Assignment Unit vehicles, police canines and their handlers,
along with many other department vehicles and personnel.

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Indonesian officials
Visit
On October 16, 2012, high-ranking officials of the Indonesian
National Police Force and the U.S. Department of State
paid a visit to the Chandler Police Department. As honored
guests, they attended a formal presentation conducted by
the Department’s Professional Standards Section and by Chief
Sherry Kiyler.
Indonesia currently has a police force approaching 300,000
officers and is home to over 230 million people - making it
the world’s fourth most populous country. As part of the
State Department’s concerted effort to bolster the Indonesian
National Police Force, the presentation focused on employee
processes conducted by the Chandler Police Department.
The information was well-received and appreciated by the
Indonesian officials, as they are continually seeking ways to
improve the management of their large police force.

Indonesian officials enjoyed participating in dialogues with a
number of Chandler Police Department employees.

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Communications Remodel
After 20 years of non-stop use, the Chandler Communications Center
got a much needed renovation in October 2012. The remodel included
taking down walls, removing old equipment and installing new - all while
maintaining continuous Police Dispatch/911 operations to a city of over
240,000 citizens. Miles of cables were run to accommodate over 70
monitors, computers, and keyboards along with emergency phone and
radio systems. Tables, chairs and office equipment were replaced as
well.

“Before” photo - the total renovation time was, remarkably,
only a few weeks.

With the contractor’s initial promise to have the renovated center up and
running within three weeks, Communications personnel embarked on an
adventure in their interim location - a double-wide trailer set up next to
the existing facility. The move back into the remodeled facility began
on November 19, with the first full 24-hour operational period occurring
on Thanksgiving Day 2012. The new Communications Center, 600 square
feet larger than before, includes state-of-the-art technology that will
allow dispatchers and emergency call-takers to perform their duties more
efficiently and well into the future.

Many cables and wires are needed to accommodate
the technology in the Communications Center.
“After” photo - a state-of-the-art Communications Center.

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Labor Day

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Patriot Day

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Trunk or Treat!

A number of police employees and
volunteers were on hand to help
pass out treats.

On October 27, 2012, employees and volunteers
from the Chandler Police Department participated in
a “Trunk or Treat” Halloween event in the Wendy’s
parking lot at Alma School Road and Chandler
Boulevard. The Department partnered with the local
Wendy’s restaurant and Dignity Health Children’s
Dental Clinic to facilitate the event. As a result,
over 2,000 community members came together for
a fun evening of “trick or treating” and interacting
with public safety and health professionals.
Crime Prevention Officers distributed flyers to
nearby schools and residences in the area of the
event. A number of Chandler businesses and church
groups donated candy to be handed out to children.
Additionally, a local car club enriched the event
by setting up vehicles for exhibition. A number of
police- and fire-related static displays were on hand
for attendees to view.
This event was the vision of of Chandler Police
Officer Kim Homan. She wanted to create an
opportunity for the community’s children to
positively interact with police officers. Not only did
this event hit its intended mark, but it also provided
an opportunity for public safety officials to educate
children about safe trick-or-treating practices.
Additionally, this event raised donations for the
dental clinic, which provides free dental care for
children in the community.

September 2014
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November 2014
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Columbus Day

Halloween

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Crime Maps Available to Public
This year, the Chandler Police Department began providing a new way for the public to stay
informed about crime in Chandler. Citizens are now able to access crime maps online through
the Department’s website, chandlerpd.com. Users have access to maps - allowing them to
learn about crime in their area and examine crime data. Additionally, the Department now
has the ability to alert the public about crimes as they occur.
Named “RAIDS Online,” the public can use this tool to view a map and grid with all the
crimes in a specific area. Citizens may also sign up for neighborhood watch reports that
automatically email a breakdown of recent crime activity. This tool also has the capability to
accept anonymous tips about a crime directly related to an area. RAIDS Online automatically
synchronizes with the Department’s records management system, keeping crime information
up-to-date. The public has access to this tool through a free mobile application. RAIDS
Online give users the option of displaying the incidents in a map, grid or dashboard form.

Dedicated employees of the Crime Analysis and Research Unit.

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Election Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Open Houses raise Awareness
In its continuing efforts to strengthen community relationships, the Department hosted two
Open Houses in which the public was invited to explore the policing world. Featuring static
displays and interactive experiences, police employees and volunteers made themselves
available to speak on a variety of police related topics.
In November 2012, the Chandler Heights Substation conducted an Open House which included
a prescription drug “take-back” program and “shred-a–thon,” giving community members
the opportunity to safely discard unwanted prescription drugs and sensitive documents. In
March 2013, the Police Department participated in the second annual Public Safety Day
and Department Open House. The Police and Fire Departments joined forces to showcase
the City’s public safety resources. The March event took place at the Police Department’s
Headquarters.
At each event, a variety of Department and City vehicles were on display. Officers from the
Police Department’s many divisions were on hand to speak with attendees. Guided tours of
the Police Headquarters Building occurred every half-hour. Demonstrations were given by the
Department’s K-9 Unit and Special Assignment Unit’s tactical robot. The March event also
featured a car show displaying various police and vintage vehicles.
As always, these family events attracted a large number of visitors, giving them the ability to
meet their public safety personnel.

Static displays and demonstrations are
always popular features of the Department’s
Open House events.

Employees and volunteers make these
events a success.

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December 2014

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Sunday

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Pearl Harbor
Remembrance Day

First Day of Winter

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Christmas Eve

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Thursday

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Christmas

Officer of the Year

Awards and Achievements
Patrol Team of the Year

Employee of the Year

Team 7

Sergeant Jeffrey Okonowski, Officers Robert Englert, Guy Falkengren,
Brian Morgenthaler, David Parsons, Gary Pearsall,
Michael Prendergast, Juan Verdugo, Jarret Yates

Communications
Employee of the Year

Community Service
Award

Det. Melissa Deanda

April Long-Blanchard

Civilian Supervisor
of the Year

Sworn Supervisor
of the Year

Adriana Sepulveda

Ofc. Jason Alnas

Unit Citations
Administrative Services Unit - Sergeant Joe Favazzo,
Detective Seth Tyler, Officers Fernando Gomez and Ashley Lewis,
James Schwalenberg, James Carreño

Melanie Slate

Narcotics Unit - Sergeants William Mulliken and Mike Heikes,
Detectives Leon Forcum, Samuel Garday, Ryan Jauregui,
Troy Lally, Joseph Oseroff, Philip Robinson,
Michael Russo, Darren Slusser
Sgt. Christopher Farrar

Meritorious service award
Not pictured: Ofc. Kimberly Homan

Karen Arriaga

Shawn Badger

Danny Carter

William Edel

Ofc. N. Cockerham

Janet Johnson

Nancy Mitchell

Cecilia Ortiz

Ofc. Donna Reno

Lifesaving
Medal
Not pictured: Sgt. Mike Armentrout, Ofc. Brett Lucas

Ofc. Ariel Werther

Det. Arthur Wegener

Ofc. Nicole Cockerham

Ofc. Ivan Gelo

Ofc. David Payne

Ofc. Keith Smith

Years of Service Awards
30 Years
Kenneth Thatcher
25 Years
David Austin
Matthew Christensen
Timothy Click
Cynthia Cottrell
Ronald Emary
Lucas Hunt
David Parsons
James Tollefson
Sundra Wilkins

20 Years
Philip Besse
Daniel Coons
Randall Greeley
Jon LaBerge
Douglas Reed
Larry Roe
15 Years
Tina Balsewicz
Heidi Boyer
Bryan Cox
Joseph Favazzo
Amy Higgins
Livier Kacic

15 Years
Chris Keipert
Brett Lockwood
April Long-Blanchard
Brian Lutt
Michael McCartney
Kelly McClain
Tammy McIlveen
Travis Miller
Gary Minor
Muriel Parris
Christopher Perez
Catherine Roeper
Michael Russo
Stephen Waters

15 Years
Michael West
Scott Yarbrough
10 Years
David Bauer
Matthew Blech
David Bugallo
Matthew Cacciola
Zachary Cummard
Christopher Farrar
Robert Garduno
Laura Jordan
Nicole Kallberg
Nannette MartinezRathers

10 Years
Daniel Mellentine
Joseph Oseroff
Benjamin Pitts
Rod Quirino
Trinidad Raya
Christy Schoonover
Jason Schouten
Brian Shumway
Amanda Simington
Arthur Wegener
Stephanie Wilkins
5 Years
Robert Arbizu
Ricardo Basurto

5 Years
Ronald Bromund
Gene Campbell
Geraldine Candio
Joni Carey
James Carreño
Joshua Cohen
Jeffrey Delnero
Daniel Desjardins
Noah Dueker
Marilyn Dytrt
Cornathan Eckwood
Christine Freeman
Bradley Fry
Michelle Griesheimer
Heath Hernandez

5 Years
Ryan Jauregui
Stephanie Lawrie
Tu Le
Marybeth Leyva
Ashley McDonald
Ronald Moore
Cody Myers
Kenneth Peterson
Antasha Rene
Kristen Rogers
Sara Rozema
William Walker
Jean Watson
Ariel Werther

Acknowledgements
Richard T. Felix
Officer

James R. Snedigar
Officer

EOW: 09/09/1995

EOW: 04/16/1999

In Memoriam....

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For more information about the Chandler Police
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Robert J. Nielsen
Officer

Carlos L. Ledesma
Officer

EOW: 06/12/2002

EOW: 07/28/2010

It is not how these officers died that made them
heroes. It is how they lived. - Vivian Eney Cross
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They will never be forgotten....

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