March 2016 Town Talk

Fishers Official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana

March 2016

MAYOR’S LETTER Last month, I was pleased to make three major economic development announcements totaling more than 900 jobs. That’s more than all the job commitments I announced in 2015. While that in itself is very exciting news for our community, I’m even more excited about the momentum that continues to drive our vision of a smart, vibrant, entrepreneurial city forward.

Inside this issue, you’ll learn all the facts on each of those economic development announcements. You’ll also learn how our planning department was able to engage some of our youngest residents in thinking like city planners through the Box City project. We want even our local kids to be thinking, how can we make Fishers the best city in Indiana?

This is only the beginning for us and we all have a part to play in what’s next. I hope that you’ll join me and my staff on March 15 at our next Mayor’s Night Out event to get the inside scoop on all that’s happening and to ask any questions you may have. We’re excited for every opportunity we have to interact with you.

Yours in service, Mayor Scott Fadness

Produced by the City of Fishers, Indiana, Public Relations Department, Town Talk is an official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana.

Additional copies are available at the Fishers City Hall. For more information about the City of Fishers, visit us at www.fishers.in.us.

Mayor

Scott A. Fadness

Deputy Mayor Leah McGrath

City Council

Northwest District - ​Selina Stoller North Central District - Eric Moeller Northeast District - Brad DeReamer Southwest District - David George South Central District - ​John Weingardt Southeast District - Pete Peterson At Large Rich Block, C ​ ecilia Coble, Todd Zimmerman

City Judge

Daniel E. Henke

City Clerk

Jennifer Kehl

City Controller Oscar Gutierrez

City Attorney Chris Greisl

Public Works Director Eric Pethtel

Engineering Director Jeff Hill

Parks & Recreation Director Tony Elliot

Police Chief George Kehl

Fire & Emergency Services Chief Steve Orusa

Information Technology Director Tracy Gaynor

Fleet Management Director Elliott Hultgren

Human Resources Director Cici Hendrix

Public Relations Director Autumn Gasior

Facebook: Fishers Indiana Government Twitter: @FishersIN Instagram: NickelPlateDistrict

Cover: Third grade students create a 3-D model of a Fishers neighborhood at Box City workshop 2

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Town Talk Editor

Communications Manager Tiffany Holbert

Design and Layout

Propeller Marketing 7050 E. 116th St., Suite 200 Fishers, IN 46038

City of Fishers, Indiana

Fishers City Hall One Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038 317.595.3111 • www.fishers.in.us administration@fishers.in.us

HSE Schools' Proposed Referendum is on the May 3 Ballot • HSE Schools is currently in the bottom 1/3 for teacher salaries compared to area school districts.

Referendum

GOALS

• HSE is 3rd lowest-funded in the state for per pupil dollars, ranking 363 out of 365 school districts.

REDUCE CLASS SIZES

HSE Schools must hire 43 additional teachers to reduce class sizes. Enough space has been secured to allow class sizes to be lowered at the start of the 2016-2017 school year.

ATTRACT/KEEP QUALITY TEACHERS

Strong school systems are founded on quality teachers.

HSE Schools has a salary schedule that competes well with the state. However, when the field of competition is narrowed to the Central Indiana region, HSE Schools loses its competitive edge. Of area school districts, our teacher salary schedule ranks in the bottom third.

PREPARE STUDENTS’ FUTURES

In order for children to be able to compete at the highest level, HSE Schools must offer expanded high-abilities, language and other special programs.

• If the referendum passes, it will bring $10 million more annually to HSE Schools to directly impact students for the next 7 years.

• Referendum funding will come from property taxes. For a $250,000 home, considering common deductions, property taxes in 2017 would be about $166 more per year, that’s about 45¢/day, to fund needed changes for HSE Schools.

• The goal of the referendum is to reduce class sizes, attract/keep quality teachers, and better prepare students for their future.

22.75¢ $100 value PER

The referendum proposes that

• If the referendum does not pass, HSE Schools will lose $7 million dollars annually from the current operating budget and cuts will need to be made, including 100 teaching positions.

ASSESSED

HOME

will go to help HSE Schools

Property taxes starting in 2017 would be about $166 more per year, that's about 45¢/day, for a $250,000 home to fund needed improvements for HSE Schools.

For more information about the HSE Schools’ referendum, visit www.hse.k12.in.us/ADM/news/referendum.aspx.

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Disability Awareness Month When Cecilia Coble took office as a Fishers City Councilor at-large last January, she took the opportunity to advocate for disability awareness in Fishers. Driven by her personal experience as a mother to a child with autism, Coble is passionate about finding solutions for families with similar challenges.

In 2011, the City created an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan after completing extensive research on the accessibility of the public right of way, including sidewalks, curb ramps and street crossings. To help prioritize the areas that needed to be addressed, the City also established an ADA Roundtable made up of Fishers residents. Over time, the Roundtable has expanded its role, reviewing the accessibility of parks, programs, events and publicly owned buildings.

This year, the City has decided to move in a new direction, establishing an ADA Roundtable, led by chairperson Cecilia Coble, and two new ADA coordinators. The roundtable will provide an opportunity for residents with disabilities to share their perspectives and experiences. Residents will work together to establish priorities and strategies to address the various challenges and needs facing our disability community.

The goal is to build a stronger network of support and the sharing of resources.

“ Through the ADA roundtable, we are working to make Fishers a better city for all, said Fishers City Councilor and ADA roundtable chairperson,” Cecilia Coble.

This new approach will help to ensure that the City is well-rounded in its efforts to improve accessibility in Fishers.

Join Us!

Inclusive is For Everyone Rally March 10, 9-11 a.m. • City Hall Auditorium

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The event will feature:

Cecilia Coble

Fishers City Councilor At Large • Community Activist/Volunteer • Wife to Mike, Mom to Alexa & Crysta • Indiana Chapter Co-Coordinator, Talking About Curing Autism (TACA) • Chairperson, Fishers ADA Roundtable • Former Board Member of Indiana Governor’s Council for People With Disabilities

- Josh Bleill, author of "One Step at a Time: A Young Marine's Story of Courage, Hope and a New Life in the NFL" - Disability Awareness Month Proclamation - Opportunities to sign up for future ADA Roundtable discussions

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LIST Comic Art March 7 – April 8, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | City Hall This month’s installment of Art in City Hall features local comic book artists. Stop by City Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to check it out!

Rain Garden Workshop March 8, 7 p.m. | Fishers Police Department Training Room Make a difference, with flowers! Rain gardens are special plantings that look like typical flowerbeds, but are strategically placed to capture stormwater runoff and filter out pollutants. Join The White River Alliance for a workshop to learn more. In April, they can provide technical assistance to help you create your own rain garden.

Design a Lemonade Stand March 19, 2-3 p.m. | Fishers Library – Children’s Program Room Take your lemonade stand to the next level with help from Next Great Architects - The Teaching Studio! Participants will design a model of a lemonade stand and learn a bit about life as an architect. This is a great way to prepare for Lemonade Day, May 21st, 2016!

Blacksmithing: Hand Forged Garden Tools March 12, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Conner Prairie In this Prairie Pursuits Class you’ll have the opportunity to impress your fellow gardeners by forging and finishing a set of garden tools. Using simple blacksmithing and metalworking techniques, you'll construct a set of garden tools including a gardener’s trowel, hand hoe and hand plow. All tools and materials are included in the class fee. Visit www.connerprairie.org for more information.

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QUICK FACTS

- STANLEY will move from its current headquarters at 9998 Crosspoint Boulevard in Fishers to an 80,000 sq. ft., three-story building at Fishers Point Business Park - $15.9 million investment - 150 new jobs, 160 retained jobs - Employees from Noblesville and out of state locations will transfer to the new headquarters

STANLEY Securities Establishes New 80,000 sq. ft.

Headquarter Office

On Feb. 10, Mayor Scott Fadness announced STANLEY Securities’ plans to build a new corporate headquarters in Fishers.

STANLEY Security, a division of Stanley Black & Decker, is a provider of integrated security solutions defining the future of the security industry.

STANLEY delivers a comprehensive suite of security products, software and integrated systems with a strong emphasis on service.

With an 80,000 square feet, three-story building, STANLEY Security will move its headquarters and more than 300 jobs to the Fishers Point Business Park.

The new building, located on the corner of Kincaid and Sunlight drives, will be a $15.9 million working representation of STANLEY Security’s innovative technologies, and is expected to begin construction early this spring. The new location in Fishers will allow STANLEY Security’s leadership team to move forward under one roof and provides easy interstate access with the planned I-69 interchange at 106th Street.

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”We are excited to bring so many of our employees together in one location, in a city that’s been a great partner in helping us make this facility a reality,” stated Jim Cannon, President of STANLEY Security North America.

Employees from STANLEY’s Noblesville and out of state locations will transfer to the new Fishers headquarters. Employees make an average annual salary of $62,000.

Fishers City Council unanimously approved the economic development agreement between the City and STANLEY Security on Feb. 15.

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#EngageFishers with @FishersDan

By Dan Domsic

A Parks & Recreation office can be a strange place to work and a strange organization to volunteer for.

I mean that in the most endearing way possible, and as such, I’d like to thank our volunteers that go on what amounts to little adventures with us.

After all, every so often I bear witness to what amounts to really goofy stuff that ultimately ends up translating to programs that are in the community.

Like that one time someone in a Grinch costume walked past my office. Or when we had to start talking about getting someone to wear a Winnie the Pooh mascot costume. Or when we stored thousands of pieces of candy closer to me than what is healthily advisable.

These bits of out-of-context event centerpieces remind me of the amazing things our volunteers do for us and the community.

Volunteers graciously wore the Winnie the Pooh costume at Winnie the Pooh Day over the past two years, helping our celebration come to life with the star celebrity of the Hundred Acre Wood.

Volunteers witnessed the sea of trick-or-treaters at Boo Bash, helping with one of the department’s biggest events.

And they’ve taken up the gates at our national shows, helping collect all of those Rick Springfield and Eddie Money tickets.

Sometimes it’s not all ticket-taking and friendly-waving as a fictitious bear. There have been frigid temps. There has been dirty diaper disposal (thank you for that, responsible concert-goer, and a sincere thank you to the volunteer that took care of that task). And a ton of event fencing to move after an evening of music and entertainment.

Thankfully, Fishers Parks & Recreation has had, and will hopefully continue to have, the privilege of working with phenomenal Fishers residents and people in the Indianapolis metropolitan area, in general, that selflessly step up.

Thank you, volunteers.

Check it out: Hometown Help for Heroes

Know a family in Fishers with at least one head of household that is deployed? If you haven’t heard about the Hometown Help for Heroes program, check it out. It’s an initiative that helps military families by easing the burdens of snow removal (any amount more than two inches) and lawn mowing and trimming needs during the summer throughout deployment. You can learn more at www.fishers.in.us/hometownheroes.

Dan Domsic is the Community Engagement & Volunteer Coordinator for Fishers Parks & Recreation.

For more information on any of these ideas, feel free to reach me at domsicd@fishers.in.us or in the office at 595-3151.

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BOX CITY Gives Third Graders While Fishers 2040 planning continues to progress inside City Hall and throughout the community, local third graders from Fishers Elementary School got a special glimpse into the process earlier this month with Box City. The two-day workshop led by Fishers’ city planners allowed the students to create a 3-D model of a Fishers neighborhood.

“I think this was one of the best, most hands-on experiences that I’ve ever had as a teacher, in my career,” said Erin Mohr, teacher of the third grade Fishers Elementary School class. “The students really got to see what city development was like from the very beginning stages all the way through to the final stages and having the opportunity to work with city officials and actual people in the field was really powerful for them.”

The students were held to high standards as they worked to bring their ideas for Fishers neighborhoods to life.

During the two-day workshop, they received an overview of Fishers’ history from the Hamilton County historian as

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well as an overview of Fishers’ future from city planners.

Much like the community stakeholders involved in the Fishers 2040 planning process, the students were challenged to think about what kind of community they’d like to create for themselves, their peers and future families. They were tasked with creating proposals for development which required approval by a mock city council before they were allowed to move forward with their plans. They had to obtain building permits and undergo inspections just as a real developer would.

“First somebody comes up with the plan, then they go to the City Council and see if the people in City Council will let them build it and then they need to find a place to build it,” said Ruby Bohanan, a Fishers Elementary School third grade student.

"It feels good seeing it all come together," said Bohanan as she admired the 13 ½ feet by 17 feet box city on display at City Hall.

A Glimpse Into Fishers 2040 “I thought that there were so many levels of value here academically, but another level, totally unrelated to that was the relevance to their community and how they saw Fishers through the eyes of a planner and developer,” said Hamilton Southeastern Schools superintendent Dr. Allen Bourff. “Whenever we can connect the classroom to the community we consider that a win, and when you have students so engaged as we saw, it’s a win-win.”

The Box City workshop reinforced multiple elements of the school districts’ core curriculum, including local governance, history, math and community planning.

“It’s wonderful because the students are learning about more than just where their house is or where a park is, but how a whole city functions,” said Fishers City Councilor, Todd Zimmerman. “It’s really going to make them think outside the box to see how their part has to fit with others to build a city.”

Box City gave some of our youngest residents the opportunity to be involved in planning the future of Fishers. To learn more about Fishers 2040, visit www.fishers2040.com.

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Braden Business Systems Relocates to Nickel Plate District

Quick Facts At his State of the City address last month, Mayor Fadness announced Braden Business Systems’ plans to relocate its corporate headquarters to the Nickel Plate District. The company’s owner, Dave Braden is a Fishers’ resident who watched with interest as Nickel Plate District Redevelopment was underway.

Braden Business Systems is a national award-winning and industry-leading office technology solutions provider that helps companies large and small optimize processes, accelerate growth, and drive profits with a robust array of business equipment and services.

Braden Business Systems will relocate its corporate headquarters and more than 70 jobs to a new building at the corner of Municipal Drive and North Street. With a minimum investment of $5.6 million, the project includes at least 35,000 square feet, four-story building with an outdoor terrace. Braden Business Systems will occupy 20,000 square feet, and the City of Fishers will master lease the remaining 15,000 square feet. The organization intends to hire an additional 90 full-time employees by 2020.

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- 35,000 sq. ft., four-story building with outdoor terrace - $5.6 million investment

- 70 retained jobs, 90 new full-time jobs by 2020

strategic move to Fishers aligns with the organization’s entrepreneurial vision and furthers the critical mass of tech-focused businesses in the community.

“In reviewing all of our options to call home for our team, Fishers rose quickly to the top of the list,” said Dave Braden, President of Braden Business Systems.

“We are excited to join and add value to the technology renaissance in Fishers for decades to come,” said Erik Braden, Director of Business Development & Acquisitions at Braden Business Systems.

“Our community offers easy access in a great location, a talented workforce and a supportive municipal government. I look forward to more announcements like this in the near future,” said Mayor Fadness.

Fishers City Council unanimously approved Braden’s proposal on Feb. 15. Braden Business Systems will begin construction this summer.

Republic Services Chooses Fishers for Regional Center, adding 450 Jobs In the same week that Mayor Fadness announced new corporate headquarters for STANLEY Securities and Braden Business Systems in Fishers, Republic Services, a Fortune 500 company announced plans to invest $13.6 million to lease, renovate and equip a 68,000-square-foot class-A office space at 10194 Crosspoint Blvd. along the I-69 corporate corridor in Fishers.

The new facility is one of three Customer Resource Centers to be established throughout the country to enhance support for Republic’s 31,000 employees and 15 million customers across 39 states. The corporate office is expected to be operational

by Sept. 1, 2016.

“With the creation of the Republic Services Customer Resource Centers (CRCs), we are taking an important step toward transforming our customer experience and we believe Indiana is the right place to do just that,” said Joe Burkel, senior vice president of customer experience of Republic Services. “Placing our customers at the center of all we do is our top priority. The state-of-the-art Fishers CRC will bring advanced technologies and additional professional customer service jobs to the community, and will allow Republic to focus on delivering consistent and superior service to our valued customers.”

Quick Facts - 68,000 sq. ft. regional center along the I-69 corporate corridor in Fishers - $13.6 million investment - 469 new jobs by 2025 with an average annual salary of $52,312

Republic Services currently employs more than 1,500 full-time professionals in Indiana.

The company, which is committed to providing reliable and responsible recycling and waste disposal services, provides jobs for more than 31,000 employees, boasting the eighth largest vocational fleet in the United States and more than 160 environmental managers, engineers and scientists.

“Republic Services’ move to Fishers is very exciting and a testament to our commitment to bring good jobs to our community,” said Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness. “By locating in Concourse at Crosspoint along I-69, Republic Services’ has chosen an easily accessible, top-tier office space that will help attract a talented workforce and spur future development in the area. It is a perfect fit for an industry leader like Republic Services, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome them to the community.”

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Fishers Fun

SPECIAL PROGRAMS at FISHERS PARKS

SPECIAL EVENTS Arbor Day - Let’s Flock the NPD Competition’s high as the flamingo decorating contest returns to the NPD! From March 1-April 28, get creative and paint, rhinestone or dress your very own yard flamingo for a chance to win! After you’ve registered, you will receive an email notifying you that your flamingo is ready for pick up from the Fishers Parks & Recreation office. You’ll also receive the contest rules and guidelines so you don’t accidentally exclude yourself from the contest!

Then comes the best part, you get to decorate your flamingo – however you’d like! Mark your calendar, decorated flamingos are due back to the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater on April 29 between 5:30-6:30 p.m. to enter the contest. From 7 to 8 p.m., the public will vote on their favorite flamingos, and winners will be chosen from five categories.

Categories include: People’s Choice, Best Youth (up to age 10), Best Teen (ages 11-17), Best Adult (18+) and Best Arbor Day Theme. Winners will receive a $50 prize pack that includes items from Dick’s Sporting Goods and Fishers Parks & Recreation! Don’t forget to grab your flamingo before the movie begins, they’re welcome to go straight to your yard for the entire neighborhood to admire.

Wednesday, March 1-Thursday, April 28 $3 per flamingo (while supplies last) Register by April 28 using Activity Title: Let’s Flock NPD

Movies in the Park Turn Friday into FriYAY all spring long! Movies in the Park return at sunset this April and offer the perfect Friday night entertainment for all ages. Arrive early and bring a few dollars to purchase your favorite movie snacks.

Download the Nickel Plate District mobile app to browse dinner options before the show, and enable push notifications, those are important! We’ll use them to announce deals around the district so you can enjoy a meal at an affordable price. Connect with us and share your photos using hashtag #FishersMovies so we can see how your family is making the most of Friday nights all season long!

Upcoming Movies: 4/15 The Good Dinosaur 4/22 Minions 4/29 Pixels 5/6 Shaun the Sheep 5/13 Hotel Transylvania 2 5/20 Pan 5/27 Inside Out Fridays, April 15-May 27 Sunset | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free

PRESCHOOL Programs Two Times the Fun Join in the interactive play with your two year old and with other toddlers. Parents, participation and pre-registration are both required so you can get in on the fun, too!

Lil’ Bunnies

Wednesday, March 23 10-11 a.m. | Billericay Park Building R$6/NR$9 Register by March 16 using activity title TTTF Lil’ Bunnies

Blossoms and Buds

Thursday, April 21 10-11 a.m.

Billericay Park Building R$6/NR$9 Register by April 14 using activity title TTTF Blossoms

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PlayFULL Hours Your child(ren) ages 1-5 are invited to PlayFULL Hours for unstructured play time! Each class focuses on a specific theme, and themes vary year-round. Parents, participation is required, so you can socialize alongside your little one.

Payment Options: Option 1 – Pay as You Go Option 2 – Flex Pass Visit www.Fishers.in.us/Parks to learn more about PlayFULL Hours payment options!

Seasons and Holidays

Tuesday, March 15 10-11 a.m.

Billericay Park Building R$2/NE$3 or Flex Pass Register by March 13 using activity title PFH Seasons

Music and Movement

Friday, April 8 10-11 a.m.

Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve R$2/NR$3 or flex pass Register by April 6 using activity title PFH Music

Cowabunga Dude

Tuesday, April 5 10-11 a.m. | Bubba’s 33 Restaurant, 977- N by NE Blvd.

R$10/NR$15 Register by March 29 using activity title Dude

Spring Flowers

Wednesday, April 13 10 -11 a.m.

Billericay Park Building R$7/NR$11 Register by April 6 using activity title Spring Flowers

Spring Fling

Thursday, April 14 10:30 a.m.-noon Billericay Park Building R$14/NR$21 Register by April 7 by using the activity title Spring Fling

YOUTH & TEEN Programs Shamrock Pottery

Saturday, March 12 1-2 p.m. | Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building R$15/NR$23 Register by March 9 using activity title Shamrock Pottery

Duct Tape Creations

Monday, March 14 1-2 p.m.

Billericay Park Building R$5/NR$8 Register by March 7 using activity title Duct Tape

Safe Sitter

Friday, April 1 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Billericay Park Building R$38/NR$57 Register by March 25 using activity title Safe Sitter

Spring Break Kick Off!

Monday, April 4 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building R$15/NR$23 Register by March 28 using activity title Spring Break

Baby Bird Pottery

Saturday, April 16 1-2 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building R$15/NR$23 Register by April 9 using activity title Baby Bird Pottery

Bring Your “A” Game

Wednesday, April 20 6-7:30 p.m.

Billericay Park Building FREE! Register by April 13 by using activity title Bring Your A Game

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Each program is designed for a certain age group.

You must register in advance by the deadline to participate.

Programs for ADULTS Cell Phone Photography 101

Fridays, March 11-18 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Roy G Holland Memorial Building R$10/NR$15 Register by March 4 by using activity title Cell Phone 101

Spring Softball

Sunday, April 3-June 12* (no play on 5/8 or 5/29 unless needed for a makeup game) Noon-6 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Softball Fields | R$448/NR$672

Programs for Residents FIFTY OR BETTER

HOW TO REGISTER

Visit www.fishers.in.us/parks for Registration Form.

Complete form and submit payment online.

OR Print the form and mail it with a check.

Senior Safety Series

OR Print out form and drop-off with exact cash, credit card, or check at Fishers Parks office. (Phone registrations will not be accepted.)

St. Patty’s Day Lunch

A drop-off program does not require an adult to be present during program time.

Mondays, March 7-28 10 11 a.m. | Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building Free Register by Feb. 29 using activity title Senior Safety Thursday, March 17 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building R$8/NR$12 Register by March 10 using activity title St. Patty’s Lunch

Gentle Yoga

Wednesday, April 13- May 18 9-10:30 a.m. | Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building R$48/NR$72 Register by April 6 using activity title Yoga 3 Programs for Adults sponsored by

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Visit Fishers Parks website for more upcoming programs, special events and program partner classes. www.fishers.in.us/parks Fishers Parks & Recreation 11565 Brooks School Road Fishers, IN 46037 (317) 595-3150 Office Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. except holidays

For additional information about youth, teen and senior programming, visit our Fun Guide at www.Fishers.in.us/Parks.

Special Events Through April 28 Arbor Day - Let’s Flock the NPD For more information, see page 12 Sunday, March 6 3 p.m.

Fishers Community Chorus Free Concert Geist Christian Church (Mud Creek Road Campus), 8550 Mud Creek Rd., Indianapolis Thursday, March 10 9-11 a.m.

Inclusive is For Everyone Rally City Hall Auditorium Featuring Josh Bleill, author of "One Step at a Time: A Young Marine's Story of Courage, Hope and a New Life in the NFL." For more information, see page 4.

Thursday, March 10 6:30 p.m.

Workshop with concert following Jazz Improv Workshop and Concert with Jamey Aebersold Fishers High School, 13000 Promise Rd. www.fishersmusicworks.org Monday, March 14 9:30 a.m.

Mudsock Quilters Guild Community Health Pavilion 9669 E 146th Street, Noblesville Joanne Fishburn will be explaining "Precuts - what are they, pattern ideas, sources and advantages of using them". A Sew-In will then take place using jelly rolls. Everyone welcome.

No quilting experience necessary. Come and see what fun quilting can be! www.mudsockquiltersguild.org Tuesday, March 15 Mayor’s Night Out For more information, see next page.

Thursday, March 17 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

St. Patty’s Day Lunch Roy G. Holland Memorial Park, 1 Park Drive Join us for a delicious catered lunch of corned beef and cabbage. You are invited to celebrate St. Patty’s Day and enjoy a friendly game of bingo and socializing. Bring some friends and an appetite, and you may even win some awesome prizes! Lunch will be served 11 a.m.-noon.

Bingo noon-1 p.m. For adults and residents 50+. $8 per person (Fishers resident). $12/ person (non-resident). Pre-register online by March 10 at www.fishers.in.us/register.

Meetings Saturday-Sunday, March 19-20 Projekt: Opera presents Puccini's "La Bohème" Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy 10029 East 126th St. This special approach is designed to be perfect for audiences who are new to opera. This two-act show is an abbreviated performance featuring professional live singers and musicians. Tickets available for $15 each at www.fishersmusic.com/tickets

Open to the Public

Tuesday, March 8 5:30 p.m.

Planned Unit Development Committee (PUD) City Hall Auditorium Tuesday, March 8 6:30 p.m.

Plan Commission City Hall Auditorium Wednesday, March 9 5 p.m.

Finance Committee City Hall Auditorium

Friday, March 25 6 p.m.-9 p.m.

Art in City Hall Exhibit Opening Reception “Comic Art” City Hall, One Municipal Dr. in Nickel Plate District Comic book fans, this is just for you! Come celebrate the grand opening of this special art exhibit at a free, public reception on March 25.

This art exhibit runs through April 8 and can be viewed at City Hall, Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Art in City Hall is presented by Nickel Plate Arts, Fishers Parks & Recreation Dept. and Fishers Arts Council. www.FishersArtsCouncil.com Saturday, March 26 Noon The Fishers Station Kiwanis 35th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Roy G. Holland Memorial Park 1 Park Drive Children in 2nd grade and younger are welcome to participate in a free Easter egg hunt starting at 1:15 p.m. sharp. Bring your camera and take a photo with the Easter Bunny starting at noon. This event will be held rain or shine. No registration required. Call 317-490-0352 for more information.

Monday, March 14 4 p.m.

Board of Public Works & Safety City Hall Auditorium Monday, March 21 7 p.m.

City Council Meeting City Hall Auditorium Wednesday, March 23 5:30 p.m.

Nickel Plate Review Committee City Hall Auditorium Wednesday, March 23 6:30 p.m.

City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) City Hall Auditorium Thursday, March 24 6:30 p.m.

Fall Creek Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) City Hall Auditorium Monday, March 28 4 p.m.

Board of Public Works & Safety City Hall Auditorium Thursday, March 31 9 a.m.

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) City Hall Auditorium

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City of Fishers, Indiana Fishers City Hall One Municipal Drive Fishers, IN 46038

City Hall Brief Fishers Freedom Festival Royal Court

The Fishers Freedom Festival is accepting applications for the 2016 Royal Court. Children ages 6-7 can participate. Visit www.fishersfreedomfestival.org to apply.

Chief Kehl Receives Key to City

At Mayor Fadness’ 2016 State of the City address, he awarded Fishers Police Department’s Chief Kehl with the Key to the City. Chief Kehl was hired as Fishers’ first police officer and to date has hired every one of the department’s 107 officers. He will retire from the department in September.

Keep Fishers Beautiful Returns April 16 Keep Fishers Beautiful, an annual day of community service and beautification returns on April 16. To learn about opportunities to participate, visit www.fishers.in.us/kfb.

Mayor’s Night Out

March 15, 6 p.m., Geist Elementary School Mayor Fadness invites Fishers residents to connect with city officials and share ideas that spark engagement, innovation and collaboration in our community.

Mayor’s Night Out events welcome residents who want to learn more about the vision for our community and ask questions about city services.