Chandler City Council
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Chandler City Council members are elected at-large to serve four-year terms. Three of the six council seats are on the ballot in 2026. The City Council sets policy, approves the budget, and governs the fourth-largest city in Arizona.
What does this office actually control?
A City or Town Council sets local policy for the community — the level of government closest to residents’ daily lives.
- Adopts the city budget and sets the local property-tax rate.
- Passes city ordinances and decides zoning — what gets built and where.
- Funds and oversees police, fire, parks, streets, water, and trash service.
- Hires and oversees the city or town manager who runs daily operations.
Why this race matters
As one of Arizona’s largest and fastest-growing cities, Chandler relies on its City Council to set the budget and tax rate and to decide development, zoning, public-safety funding, and infrastructure. Council choices directly affect residents’ neighborhoods, commutes, and quality of life.
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Candidates (6)
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Voter FAQ
Chandler City Council — Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Chandler City Council do?
- The City Council sets Chandler’s budget and tax rate, decides development and zoning, funds public safety, parks, streets, and water service, and oversees the city manager who handles daily operations.
How many Chandler City Council seats are on the 2026 ballot?
- Three council seats are up for election in 2026. Council members are elected at large by all Chandler voters and serve four-year terms.
When is the 2026 Chandler City Council election?
- Chandler’s 2026 City Council election is scheduled for July 21, 2026, with a general election to follow if needed. Early and mail-in voting begin beforehand — see the election calendar for deadlines.View the election calendar
Are Chandler City Council elections partisan?
- No. Arizona municipal elections, including Chandler’s, are nonpartisan — candidates appear on the ballot without a party label.