Hosted by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Glendale, the State of the City has been a time-honored tradition for 67 years.
During this event, leadership will pass from 2017 Chair of the Board, Jean Higginbotham of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, to the 2018 Chair, Maria Brunner of OneAZ Credit Union.
“I am honored to serve as the 2018 Chair of the Glendale Chamber Board of Directors. To serve on the Chamber Board during this time of growth and opportunity for the city is very exciting for me."
Glendale is among Arizona’s largest cities, with a population of about 237,000 residents. Highlights of the Mayor’s presentation will include the key initiatives and decisions, resulting in more businesses expanding in Glendale and additional businesses locating to the city.
Mayor Weiers will present a Citizen of the Year Award to two individuals who have truly embraced the spirit of community in making a positive difference in the lives of Glendale residents.
The invocation will be given by Pastor Mark Martin from Calvary Community Church in Glendale. Event attendees will be treated to a patriotic tribute provided by the Sounds of the Southwest Singers Community Choir.
The cost of the event is $95 per person (through Feb. 16), $120 per person (starting Feb. 17), $850 for a sponsored table of eight, and $1,200 for a sponsored table of 10.
Register by visiting Glendaleazchamber.org, or calling 623-937-4754.