Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • July 2017
LOOK INSIDE BANGS LABS page 4
ADDING GREEN IN GEIST page 5
ARTS CRAWL RETURNS page 8
Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana. It is produced in-house by the City of Fishers Public Relations Department. Additional copies are available at City Hall. For more information, visit www.fishers.in.us. ON THE COVER: Kids assist a local artist with a mural on the Central Green during Arts Crawl LEFT: Residents gather in the Nickel Plate District to enjoy one of last year’s Arts Crawls
MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath CITY COUNCIL David George,
A MESSAGE FROM
MAYOR FADNESS
Council President and Southwest District Todd Zimmerman, Council Vice President and At Large Rich Block, At Large
Summertime in Fishers is a great time of year for our city. The Farmers’ Market
Cecilia Coble, At Large
is bursting with fresh produce and other goods, community events are bringing
Brad DeReamer, Northeast District
residents together, and the city seems to have an extra burst of energy. July marks
Eric Moeller, North Central District
National Parks and Recreation Month, and it couldn’t be a better time to get out to
Pete Peterson, Southeast District
enjoy our dozens of city parks.
Selina Stoller, Northwest District John Weingardt, South Central District
Of course, on the flip side of summer fun, there’s the inevitable road construction season. While our engineering department and road crews are working hard on
CITY JUDGE
infrastructure improvements, I thank you for your extra patience while navigating
Daniel E. Henke
detours and crews. For the latest updates on road improvements, subscribe to or follow our Drive Fishers accounts.
CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl
I look forward to seeing you around Fishers this July. CITY CONTROLLER Oscar Gutierrez Yours in Service, CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR Scott Fadness
Eric Pethtel PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR Tony Bagato
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FISHERS CITY HALL 1 Municipal Drive Fishers, Indiana 46038 317.595.3111 | www.fishers.in.us
We answer questions every day about all things Fishers via private messages,
administration@fishers.in.us
posts and mentions on our Facebook and Twitter pages. We figured, if one resident has a question about the community, it’s likely that another may have the same
FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/fishers.indiana
question. That’s why we encourage you to share your questions by using the hashtag #AskFishers, and each month we’ll share a featured question here.
TWITTER @FishersIN Can you tell me if there are plans to finish the sidewalk on INSTAGRAM
Cumberland Road between 106th &116th Street?
NickelPlateDistrict Theresa Sheingold, via Twitter ENGINEERING DIRECTOR Jeff Hill PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR
Yes! A federally funded project is currently in the design phase,
Tony Elliot
and will add pedestiran access to that stretch of Cumberland Road in the future.
POLICE CHIEF Mitch Thompson FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES CHIEF Steve Orusa IT DIRECTOR
We want a glimpse into city life from your perspective, so each month we’ll feature
Tracy Gaynor
your photos from around our community! To submit your photos, simply use the hashtag #AroundFishers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram when you share photos
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
of your favorite local spots and activities.
Elliott Hultgren HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Cici Conover ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Brandon Dickinson PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR Ashley Elrod ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PR Casey Cawthon MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum, Brand Coordinator PRINTED BY FINELINE PRINTING GROUP
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FISHERS BIZ SPOTLIGHT
with
Founded by Leigh and Sonia Bangs, and now owned by Indiana native Mike Ott, Bangs Laboratories has been part of the Fishers business community for decades. Think Fishers sat down with Chad Owen, president of Bangs Laboratories, at their growing office and lab space in the Fishers Technology Park to learn more about their products, science life and their love of Fishers. This life science company takes their job seriously (but not too seriously), and though their products may be difficult to explain to the layman, you can learn more at their light-hearted but informational feed, @ParticleDoc or Instagram BangsLabs. Think Fishers: Tell us a little about Bangs Laboratories. Chad Owen: Bangs Laboratories was founded in 1988, and manufactures uniform specialty polymer, silica, and magnetic microspheres. Our products are used primarily within the life sciences for diagnostic tests, assay development, sample preparation, and cell / biomolecule isolation. A simple, everyday example of our product would be athome diagnostic tests where dyed particles flow through a membrane and form the test and control lines that indicate positive or negative results. We also make products for use as standards and calibrators for analytical instruments such as microscopes, blood analyzers, and particle detectors. TF: Outside of your location, what’s your company’s Fishers connection? CO: We truly enjoy being part of the Fishers community. Our founder is still a Fishers resident. Many of our employees live in Fishers and have kids that attend Hamilton Southeastern Schools. We also employ HSE and Fishers high school students as interns throughout the year. It’s a great way to give real-world experience to future generations while giving back to our students. We enjoy the program very much. TF: What’s your favorite Fishers lunch spot? CO: My personal favorite is Wild Ginger but the overall favorite for the team is Flamme Burger. TF: What’s new for Bangs Laboratories in 2017? CO: This is a big year for us. We’re making investment in our facility as we continue to grow in our current space. We continue to provide new products for our clients as they innovate their technology, as a result, we’re constantly working on development of our products and providing the best possible, quality microspheres in our market.
For more information, visit Bangs Laboratories' website at www.bangslabs.com
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A GREENER SIDE OF URBAN PLANNING FISHERS LOOKS TO ADD AND RENEW GREENSPACE TO THE GEIST AREA.
Fishers 2040, adopted June 2016, lays a framework for the city’s future as Mayor Fadness and team work diligently to create a community that grows in a sustainable way. The Land Use chapter of the comprehensive plan seeks to define future land use by setting a clear vision for the character and future growth of land in our community. This July, Fishers celebrates National Parks & Recreation Month with a look at the future use of greenspace as Fishers’ east side continues to develop. The land use plan aims to increase opportunities for outdoor recreation, improve connectivity on the east side of Fishers and allow access to amenities like never before.
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70-Acre Waterfront Park Last month, the City of Fishers announced plans for a new 70-acre waterfront park along Geist Reservoir, located approximately at 111th Street on the east side of Olio Road. The dynamic infrastructure project offers diverse outdoor recreation activities, non-motorized water recreation, preserves green space and creates a rare amenity for Central Indiana. Simultaneously, the new park begins to address long-time concerns of the sustainability of the Geist area. “In
conversations
with
multiple
residents
and
stakeholders, I’ve heard time and time again the argument that the long-term vibrancy of Geist is a concern. Part of that involves environmental, boat traffic, and new development. My hope is that this park development helps to mitigate those concerns for residents and turns Geist into a distinct asset for all of Fishers,” said Mayor Scott Fadness. The City of Fishers has submitted an offer to purchase the land from the owners. Condemnation of the land is possible if an agreement cannot be reached, considering the public usage. Land acquisition is expected to take several months, with final design process beginning late 2017 or early 2018.
DEVELOPING IDEAS... Ideas will continue to develop as the City works with Fishers residents and local stakeholders, but conceptual designs of the park, to be named at a later date, show the possibilities of the park development. Future amenities could include a fishing dock, public beach, natural playscapes, and more! Public input opportunities will be posted as the project is underway.
Planning for the waterfront park will begin late 2017.
GEIST PARK Once completed, the Geist Greenway will connect to Geist Park, a 17-acre Hamilton County park nestled on the banks of Fall The Duke Energy easment (above) will be developed into the Geist Greenway,
Creek. As Fishers focuses on greenspace
which will connect Saxony to Geist Park (above right)
and smart development in the area, opportunities to coordinate with Hamilton
GEIST GREENWAY
County unfold.
With exciting new amenities and access coming to Geist Reservoir, there is more opportunity for connectivity along the east side of Fishers. Enter the Geist Greenway.
Geist Park features exciting amenities
The Greenway will activate the Duke Energy easement that runs roughly from Olio Road
such as a brand new playground and
from the Saxony subdivision to 113th Street near the Reservoir then south to 96th Street
creekside trails as the Hamilton County
into a path up to 14 feet wide. The multi-use trail will expand recreation opportunities for
Commissioners work on a long term master
subdivisions located near the trail while allowing access points as residents walk, skate
plan. Stakeholders are working on a better
and bike to the new waterfront park. The Greenway offers a continuous trail experience
park experience, improving access for
complete with natural landscapes and void of vehicular noise.
residents in surrounding neighborhoods and increasing amenities.
COLLABORATING WITH DUKE... The Duke Energy easement has very specific guidelines as to what and how
FOLLOW UP...
surrounding land can be developed. Collaboration between Duke Energy and Fishers
For more information about Fishers
allowed city staff to develop this land in innovative ways that were complaint to
2040 Land Use and the amenities
guidelines and beneficial for recreation and connectivity.
planned
for
Fishers,
visit
our
website at fishers2040.com or join the
conversation
using
hashtag
The Geist Greenway project is a phased project with certain sections being completed
#Fishers2040 on social media! Stay
late 2017. The full scope of the project is in the early stage of planning and design as
tuned to the Hamilton County Parks
Fishers proactively works with developers in the area to ensure future subdivisions allow
and Recreation Facebook page for
for convenient access the trail. Fishers received $3 million in Federal Funding to cover a
additional
portion of the cost of construction.
Geist Park Master Plan.
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information
about
the
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LOCAL ARTISTS & BUSINESSES UNITE IN THE NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT FOR A COMMUNITY-FAVORITE EVENT
2017 Arts Crawl Participating Businesses ARCHER’S MEATS & CATERING ART IN CITY HALL CARPENTER REALTORS CITIZENS STATE BANK DAHLIA’S FISHERS MAH JONGG CENTER FOUR DAY RAY GALLERY 116 JEANETTE C. KASSENBAUM, ATTORNEY KELSAW’S MUSIC STUDY LILY & SPARROW MEYER NAJEM OAK & IVY BOUTIQUE PURE EATERY FISHERS RADIATE 60 HAIR COLLECTIVE SHARP PRINTING SOURCE YOGA THE DEPOT AT NICKEL PLATE
The popular Arts Crawl is returning to the Nickel Plate District on July 14! Residents will
THE PINT CYCLE
enjoy the self-guided Arts Crawl through approximately 20 local businesses to view local
THE FLATS AT SWITCH
artwork and meet local and regional artists from 6 – 9 p.m. Each business will feature
THE WELL COFFEEHOUSE
an artist, and artwork is available for purchase during the event. From music to painting,
THE WINE GUY AT GRAPEVINE COTTAGE
this year’s event will have something for everyone! For complete event details, as well as
After the Arts Crawl, make your way to the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater where
a map of participating businesses, visit
locally-renowned artist, Jennie DeVoe, will take the stage at 9 p.m. for our AMP After
www.fishers.in.us/artscrawl
Dark show. Both the Arts Crawl and the AMP After Dark show are free to attend. We love to see our residents out having a
This year’s Arts Crawl is presented by the Nickel Plate District Business Council in partnership with the Fishers Arts Council.
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great time. Share your photos during the Arts Crawl using #AroundFishers!
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
AMP AFTER DARK PRE-PARTY Fridays, Now - August 25 | Times Vary | Central Green
SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Join us each week for exciting attractions such as the Arts Crawl,
Monday, July 3 | 7 - 10:15 PM | Witten Park
Vintage Markets, a visit from the Indianapolis Colts, Live Band
Join Saxony for its 2017 Independence Celebration Concert and
Karaoke and much more! These Pre-Parties will take place from
Fireworks. This outdoor event will be held in Witten Park in
6 - 9 PM for national acts and from 7 - 9 PM for local artists.
Saxony and will feature live music by My Yellow Rickshaw, a
AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES
variety of food trucks, and more!
Fridays, Now - September 2 | 9 - 11 PM | Nickel Plate Amphitheater
BLAST ON THE BRIDGE
We’re amping up our most ambitious lineup to date, featuring
Tuesday, July 4 | 6 PM, Fireworks at 10:15 PM | Fall Creek Road Bridge
both local and major national recording artists! Concerts are free
Blast on the Bridge returns, this year focusing on the importance
to the public and run through Labor Day weekend.
of Independence Day. Enjoy food from a variety of vendors and 15 food trucks, as well as beer from TA Smith Distributing. Don’t
FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET
miss the fireworks, which will light up the sky around 10:15 PM!
Saturdays, Now - September 30 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP Shop over 55 vendors this season for all of your favorite seasonal
NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT ARTS CRAWL
goodies, including Indiana grown, raised, made, and baked
Friday, July 14 | 6 - 9 PM | Around the Nickel Plate District
products. The whole family can enjoy live music, entertainment
Take a self-guided tour through the Nickel Plate District, enjoying
and cooking demonstrations. Be sure to swing by July 15 for the
local artists showing their craft at more than 20 participating
BIZ KIDZ Vendor Day!
businesses. Grab a bite to eat from your favorite NPD restaurants
MUD DAY
before the AMP After Dark concert featuring Jennie Devoe.
Saturday, July 8 | 11 AM - 1 PM | Cyntheanne Park Jump into our giant mud pit at Cyntheanne Park for this rain or
PUBLIC MEETINGS
shine event! Children will compete in fun challenges and have a
To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community
chance at being crowned King and Queen Mud! Enjoy Kona Ice
events for publication, visit www.fishers.in.us/calendars.
and music, wear old clothes and shoes, and bring a towel and fresh change of clothes for after you wash off at the rinse-off stations at the park. Parent supervision is required.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR Friday, July 21 | 6 AM | Flat Fork Creek Park
TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Join Tony Elliot, Director of Fishers Parks & Recreation, on a
Tuesdays, Now - August 8 | 7 - 9 PM | Nickel Plate Amphitheater
sunrise hike for a chance to connect and engage in discussion
We’re thrilled to celebrate our 15th Anniversary of the Tuesday
about our park programs. We’re looking for residents who are
Night Concert Series! Bring your blanket and a bite to eat, and
passionate about our mission and willing to provide feedback for
enjoy our extended concert season. Concerts are free and open to
future opportunities. No registration required.
the public. Presented by IU Health.
YAPPY HOUR CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN
Wednesday, July 26 | 6 - 8 PM | The Historic Ambassador House
Wednesdays, Now - October | Noon - 1 PM | Liberty Plaza
Every 4th Wednesday, pets and their humans can enjoy a fun social
Grab your lunch and head over to Liberty Plaza on the Central
hour. Socialize under the tent, walk the trails and much more!
Green to enjoy a free lunchtime concert! These shows will take
Alcohol will be available for purchase from Metazoa Brewing Co.
place from Noon - 1 PM every Wednesday afternoon, May -
All ages are welcome at these rain or shine events. Dogs must be
October, weather permitting. Presented by Meyer Najem.
kept on leashes and please follow park “petiquette.”
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COMMUNITY CAMP OUT Saturday, July 29 - Sunday, July 30 | 6 PM - 9 AM | Nickel Plate AMP
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER: “DEATH OF A PIANO MAN: WHO KILLED BILLY JOEL?”
Bring your camping gear and join us as we camp out at the
Friday, August 4 | 6 - 9 PM | The Ambassador House
Municipal Complex. We’ll have games, activities, a movie and
Ages 21+ | Resident $50, Nonresident $75
s’mores! This event is only $14 per tent ($21 for nonresidents)
Register by July 28 with activity title Mystery
Register by July 21 with activity title Community Campout.
BIZ KIDZ RECREATION NATIONAL S’MORES DAY
Saturday, July 15 | 8 AM - Noon | Central Green
Sunday, August 6 | 4 - 7 PM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve Shelter
Ages 5 - 17 | Resident $5, Nonresident $8
Drop by our campfire any time during this free, rain or shine event,
This program supports youth business development, inviting
and we’ll supply everything you need to make a gooey treat. All
kids to sell their new and gently used clothing, accessories,
ages are welcome and parents must stick around for supervision.
sports equipment and more. Participants must call to request
Share your pictures with us using #NationalSmoresDay! Register
an application and be approved to participate. Applications
by August 4 with activity title S’mores Day.
are due by July 7 (fees are collected upon approval).
WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY
BIZ KIDZ FARMERS' MARKET
Wednesday, August 16 | 6 - 9 PM | The Historic Ambassador House
Saturday, July 15 | 8 AM - Noon | Nickel Plate Amphitheater
This free, adults only (21+) event invites you to enjoy small bites
Ages 5 - 17 | Resident $5, Nonresident $8
and wine tasting as you take in the spectacular garden views of
Learn about young entrepreneurship by selling handmade
the Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens while listening to an
crafts, personally grown produce and plants. Products
array of talented musicians. This event is open to the first 200
purchased or made by an outside third party source are NOT
people. Register by August 11 with activity title Wine Down.
permitted. Participants must call for an application and be approved to participate. Applications are due by July 7 (fees are collected upon approval).
PARKS PROGRAMS HUNGRY CATERPILLAR POTTERY
BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE...
Saturday, July 22 | 1 - 2 PM | Holland Memorial Park Ages 2 - 10 | Resident $15, Nonresident $23
YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE
Register by July 20 with activity title Caterpillar Pottery
Registration can be completed online at the Fishers Parks &
PUNT, PASS & KICK
Recreation website (www.fishers.in.us/parks), by mailing in your
Tuesday, August 1 | 4 - 5 PM | Mudsock Fields
completed form with payment, or in person at the Fishers Parks
Ages 6 - 15 | Free
Office (phone registration not accepted).
Registration info and rules available at www.nflppk.com
CHECK IT OUT! DIY: PAINT A WINE GLASS
For additional information regarding these programs, as well as
Friday, July 14 | 6 - 7 PM | Holland Memorial Park
other events and partner classes, be sure to check out the latest
Ages 21+ | Resident $8, Nonresident $12
issue of the Fun Guide by visiting www.issuu.com/fishersindiana.
Register by July 7 with activity title Wine Glass Painting
FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE
11565 Brooks School Road Fishers, Indiana 46037
Sundays, August 6 - October 8 | Noon - 6 PM | Holland Memorial Park
(317)595.3150
Ages 18+ | Resident $377, Nonresident $565 Register by July 8 with activity title Softball
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Open Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (excluding holidays)
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HAPPENING THIS
JULY IN FISHERS
BIG BRAINS! EXPLORATION TRAIL
SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Now - August | Around the NPD
7 - 10:15 PM | Witten Park
Visit www.fishers.in.us/BigBrains
13256 Saxony Blvd, Fishers, IN 46037
BLAST ON THE BRIDGE 6 PM | Fall Creek Road Bridge Fireworks at 10:15 PM KEEP THIS CALENDAR TO STAY UP TO DATE ON LOCAL EVENTS!
TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES Now - August 8 | 7 - 9 PM
MUD DAY
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater
11 AM - 1 PM | Cyntheanne Park 7.11 Parrots of the Caribbean
7.18 Dave & Rae
7.25 DUDE!
Parent supervision required
CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN Now - October 25 | Noon - 1 PM Liberty Plaza on the Central Green 7.05 Kelly Isenhower
7.19 Trilogy Unplugged
7.12 Marc Diebold
7.26 Heartstone Crossing
NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT ARTS CRAWL 6 -9 PM | Around the NPD Over XX participating artists!
AMP AFTER DARK PRE-PARTY Now - August 25 | Times Vary The Central Green
HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR
AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES
6 AM | Flat Fork Creek Park
Now - September 2 | 9 - 11 PM
Tony Elliot, Director of Parks & Recreation
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater 7.07 WJJK presents Loverboy 7.14 WTTS presents Jennie DeVoe
YAPPY HOUR
7.21 WTTS presents Trippin’ Billies
6 - 8 PM | The Historic Ambassador House
7.28 Q95 and Barnes & Thornburg LLP presents The Meek Sisters
Dress your pup for a “Summer Splash”
FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET
COMMUNITY CAMP OUT
Now - September 30 | 8 AM - Noon
6 PM | NPD AMP
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater
Camp breaks at 9 AM Sunday morning
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WELCOMING NEW BUSINESSES TO FISHERS June was a busy month for Fishers’ growing economy: Knowledge Services announced its move to Fishers with a $17 million headquarters, bringing 400 new jobs and 1,100 existing statewide jobs; CEDIA announced its relocation to Fishers building its $13.7 million international headquarters; and Portillos broke ground on its location, with an anticipated grand opening in the fall.
HAMILTON SOUTHEASTER SCHOOLS GROUPS BRING HOME WORLD CHAMPION TITLES As HSE schools closed out the school year, the We the People and Destination Imagination groups took on national challengers at their respective championships. Both groups beat out several national teams to be crowned World Champions and were recognized at the June City Council meeting.
FISHERS TRANSPARENCY PORTAL The City of Fishers is dedicated to making it easy for residents to view public financial information about the City’s operations through its transparency portal. Residents may access this portal, recently updated and improved, by visiting http://fishersin.opengov.com.
SAVE THE DATE: FISHERS MENTAL HEALTH WEEK IS AUGUST 7 - 11 The Fishers Mental Health Initiative kicks off its second phase with Fishers Mental Health Week in August! Stay tuned for the calendar of events to support a #StigmaFreeFishers. Visit www.fishers.in.us/mentalhealth for more information on the initiative.