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APS is one organization that takes its name - Arizona Public Service - literally. The company promotes public service by its employees throughout the state of Arizona.
"APS supports employees who have a passion to serve their communities," says Cindy Slick, manager of metro community development. "This is another part of our giving back to our communities. We are not only employees, but citizens, as well."
There are countless examples within APS. Following are just a few. . .
Angela Creedon, community development manager, was recently appointed to the City of Chandler's Planning and Zoning Commission. As a commissioner, she reviews land uses and plans for residential and commercial developments. "This is a great opportunity to learn more about the development of your community and to get a feel for what our customers want for their community as it develops," she says. Although she's only been on the commission for a short time, the City of Chandler has already benefited from her experience. "Angela brings different input into the local process," says Jeff Kurtz, City of Chandler, current planning manager. "Her APS and community experience brings a balanced perspective to the commission."
Linda Benally, APS attorney, serves on the Phoenix Indian Center board of directors. The Phoenix Indian Center provides social, economic, education, leadership and employee and training services to its residents within Maricopa County. "It's an honor to serve the Native Americans who use the resources of the Phoenix Indian Center," Benally says. "As a board member, I feel I represent the commitment of APS to not only be good citizens of our community, but to contribute to its betterment." In her role, Benally will help guide the center as it continues to grow its services and meet the ever-growing needs of its clients. "We went to great lengths to ensure the new members are individuals positioned in the community to truly act as influencers and resources for our center," says Patti Hibbeler, CEO, Phoenix Indian Center.
Michael Johnsen, community development consultant, was recently named the chair of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Yavapai County Advisory Council. "The Better Business Bureau is about ethics in business and promoting moral accountability," he says. "That's a powerful mission and I'm proud to be a part of it." One of Johnson's goals is to increase BBB membership by 500 in Yavapai County alone. "APS has been a BBB member since 1958," says Matt Fehling, president of the BBB of Central/Northern Arizona. "To be able to add Mike's talent and time to our efforts in Yavapai County is outstanding."
Ed Fox, Vice President, Communications, Environment and Safety is active on a number of community boards and organizations, including Board Chairman of the Phoenix Zoo (2003-2005), The Maricopa Partnership for Arts and Culture, ASU Morrison Institute for Public Policy Board, chair 2001-2003; and Valley of the Sun United Way Campaign Committee
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