Think Fishers - June 2016

Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • June 2016

Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana, produced by the City of Fishers Public Relations Department.

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

On the Cover: A Wednesday Concert on the Central Green sponsored by Meyer Najem Left: Mayor Scott Fadnes and his family ride in the 2015 Fishers Freedom Festival Parade

A MESSAGE FROM

MAYOR FADNESS

MAYOR Scott A. Fadness

I believe that cities can be laboratories for innovation and Fishers Police Department’s new Crimewatch app is a perfect example. Fishers’ residents tend to be tech-savvy

DEPUTY MAYOR

and increasingly mobile. FPD’s Captain Gebhart witnessed that trend firsthand and

Leah McGrath

decided to find a way to use that to the advantage of both the Department and the

CITY COUNCIL

community.

Selina Stoller, Northwest District Through collaboration with a local resident and business owner, Crimewatch was

Eric Moeller, North Central District

developed. The mobile app will connect residents with officers in their district and

Brad DeReamer, Northeast District

allow easy reporting of suspicious activity that officers can quickly follow up on. I

David George, Southwest District

hope that you download and use the new app, it’s a truly innovative way that you can

John Weingardt, South Central District

partner with our police department to help Fishers maintain its status as one of the

Pete Peterson, Southeast District Rich Block, At Large

safest cities in the country.

Cecilia Coble, At Large This spirit of innovation and collaboration is so exciting to witness and demonstrates

Todd Zimmerman, At Large

why I’m so passionate about continuing to pursue my vision of a smart, vibrant and entrepreneurial city. The outcomes of this vision will continue to make our city better.

CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke

CITY CLERK

Your’s in Service,

Jennifer Kehl

CITY CONTROLLER Oscar Gutierrez Scott Fadness

CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

P.S.

Eric Pethtel

Be sure to visit www.fishers.in.us/MayorExclusive for a special message from Mayor Fadness only for Think Fishers readers.

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CITY OF FISHERS, INDIANA Fishers City Hall One Municipal Drive

We answer questions every day about all things Fishers via private messages, posts

Fishers, Indiana 46038

and mentions on our Facebook and Twitter pages. We figured, if one resident has a

317.595.3111 | www.fishers.in.us

question about the community, it’s likely that another may have the same question

administration@fishers.in.us

and would benefit from the answer. That’s why we want to encourage you to share your questions by using the hashtag #AskFishers. We’ll select a few questions to

Facebook: Fishers Indiana Government

feature here each month.

Twitter: @FishersIN Instagram: NicklePlateDistrict Hi! I am just wondering if people are allowed to smoke in the parks?

I just find it horrible that I just saw individuals smoking alongside children playing trying to enjoy fresh air, so I was wondering if this is actually allowed?

Jennifer Woehr Teal, via Facebook

ENGINEERING DIRECTOR Jeff Hill

PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR Tony Elliot

Smoking in public places (including parks) is a violation of City ordinance. We do not allow it in parks and it is not permitted on

POLICE CHIEF

publically-owner properties. If city staff are present, please notify

George Kehl

them and they will address the situation. You can also report it to our office at (310)595-3150. We apologrize you had to deal with

FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES CHIEF Steve Orusa

this during your visit to the park, and hope you won't have to again in the future.

IT DIRECTOR Tracy Gaynor

FLEET MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR Elliot Hultgren

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Cici Hendrix

We loved going to Saxony Beach last year! Will there be bathrooms this year?! Can't wait for the opening.

Erin Smith, via Facebook

PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR Autumn Gasior

THINK FISHERS EDITOR Tiffany Holbert, Communications Manager A new Fishers Parks & Recreation facility at Saxony Beach will give

DESIGN & LAYOUT

beachgoers access to indoor restrooms, outdoor showers will be

Elizabeth Creakbaum, Brand Coordinator

available as well. Additionally, Saxony Hall will be available to rent for corporate or personal events, like office parties, baby showers,

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family reunions and weddings.

Fineline Printing Group www.finelineprintinggroup.com

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AROUNDFISHERS We want a glimpse into city life from your perspective. Each month, we’ll feature your photos from #AroundFishers. To submit your photos, simply use the hashtag #AroundFishers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram when you share photos of your favorite local spots and activities. facebook.com/FishersIN

@FishersIN

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Photos Provided By: 1. Susan Davis, 1

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indysuz via Instagram 2. Painting With A Twist, pwatfishers via Instagram 3. Cait, mcmammamia via Instagram 4. The Nickel Plate District, nickelplatedistrict via Instagram 5. Shelly Bergman, shellybergman via Instagram 6. The Nickel Plate District, nickelplatedistrict via Instagram 7. Casey,

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@CaseyCawthon via Twitter

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JUNE 24 - 26 In 1999, a Fishers community tradition began when founders of the Fishers Parade & Festival decided to have a gathering to celebrate Independence Day. With the help of volunteers, the event began as a one-day community picnic and parade with a few games for children. After overwhelming participation by the public, this event grew to a twoday event. Now, almost twenty years later, the event takes over the entire last weekend of June. A new Friday night concert at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is an addition to the 2016 Festival.

festival highlights: FRIDAY, JUNE 24 8 p.m. | Nickle Plate District Amphitheater The JamBox Band will kick off Fishers Freedom Festival weekend with a free concert SATURDAY, JUNE 25 8 a.m. | Holland Park Stars & Stripes 5K Run and Two-Mile Family Walk, sponsored by Allisonville Meadows 9 a.m. | Holland Park Indy Disc Dog UFO World Cup; the competition will take place on the small soccer field on the southeast side of the park near the Arts & Crafts vendors Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides for $10 per person, provided by RE/MAX Ability Plus, will be available on the northeast ball diamond 7:30 p.m. | Holland Park Outdoor Stage Stella Luna and the Satellites Band will perform SUNDAY, JUNE 26 10 a.m. | Holland Park Children's Parade; participants will receive a participation ribbon and a goodie bag 4 p.m. | Downtown Fishers 28th Annual Fishers Freedom Festival Main Parade; with a new route this year, the parade will begin at Technology Lane and Lantern Road 6:30 p.m. | Holland Park Outdoor Stage Big Daddy Caddy will play until Dusk Dusk | Holland Park Fireworks sponsored by Freedom Mortgage

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WEEKEND'S EVENTS AT WWW.FISHERSFREEDOMFESTIVAL.ORG JUNE 2016

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accommodated through the City’s leasing

CloudOne Thrives in Fishers' Nickel Plate District

program for startups. The service and security required for CloudOne to be successful is provided by the Fishers community, through their dedication to

By Clare Maher, Cloud One

growing and developing businesses.

When CloudOne moved into The Switch,

percent discount as a “welcome to the

Our

we

physical

space

itself

contributed

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neighborhood”, the experience Fishers

greatly to our #30 ranking in Indiana’s

magnitude of that opportunity, however,

has offered our employees has been

Best Places to Work 2016. The Switch

extended far beyond the few thousand

astounding. All of these locations are well

provides a modern open concept office

square feet we would make our home.

within walking distance of our office,

(complete with a kegerator and vintage

Located in the very heart of Fishers, we

and their commitment to the close-knit

Pac Man machine) that allows us to give

as a team quickly realized that this city

community here makes every lunch hour

our employees a creative environment.

offered more than we could have hoped.

an adventure.

Fishers’ cultural events, such as concerts

were

given

an

opportunity.

or movies on the green have only enhanced At CloudOne we have prided ourselves on

Moving past our stomachs, Fishers is one of

three things:

the best places to do business. Lightbound

our experience.

of

Provided with the infrastructure that

service, addressing the expansive needs

Fishers offers, companies can only benefit

2. Food consumption

of our tech company with excellence.

from making it their home.

3. Culture

Sharp Printing Services has churned out

the development of a successful and

1. Excellent service for best of class technology

has

provided

the

highest

quality

Through

amazingly beautiful materials used for

thriving town center, the dedication to

As Archers, Taylor’s Bakery, Nickel Plate,

collateral, marketing and inner office

new business, and the strength of the

Friaco’s and Flamme Burger have quickly

fun. The City of Fishers has also allowed

community itself, Fishers is no longer on

discovered…that second one is something

us to expand as a company, growing our

the cusp of becoming a great economic

we are particularly great at. From our

monthly recurring revenue by 120 percent

and cultural city. They are in the midst of

very first day eating lunch at Brixx Pizza

and our total headcount by more than

it, and keep growing. Don’t miss out on

and receiving our punch cards and ten

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the opportunity.

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percent,

knowing

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LIVE - WORK - PLAY Boom Continues in the Nickel Plate District Nickel Plate District redevelopment efforts began in 2012 and now Fishers’ downtown area is more popular than ever.

The live-work-play triumvirate has come to life in the past year with the opening of The Depot at Nickel Plate; new businesses like Blubridge Digital, Meyer Najem and CloudOne setting up shop in the area; and increased community-wide programming and events put on by Fishers Parks & Recreation and community partners.

LIVE In addition to the Depot, which is currently leased at 97 percent, residents will soon have the opportunity to call The Switch home.

The mixed-used development will open to the public this month.

Learn more about residential leasing at flatsatswitch.com.

WORK This summer, Ginovus will join Cloud One and Purdue’s Center for Medication Safety Advancement and Manufacturing Extension Partnership at The Switch. Leasing and construction continue to progress at The Edge, a mixed-use development on the northeast corner of 116th Street and Lantern Road. New tenants will join Community Health Network, Progressive Eye Care and The Well Coffeehouse. Four Day Ray, at Lantern Road and North Street, plans to open its doors in September.

PLAY Opportunities to play abound in the district. In addition to the annual Summer Concert Series, Concerts on the Central Green provide opportunities for those who work in the District to enjoy a mid-week concert each Wednesday between noon and 1 p.m. throughout the summer. Long-time resident favorite, Fishers Farmers Markets continue at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater complete with live entertainment and the best produce and treats around. To learn more about special events happening in the Nickel Plate District this month, like the Jamestown Revival or Jambox concerts, flip to the Special Events listing on page 15.

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FPD LAUNCHES CRIMEWATCH APP Fishers Police Department Steps to the Forefront of Community Engagement with New Mobile App

Residents and local news crews gather to witness the

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announcement of the Fishers Crimewatch App

Late last month, Fishers Police Department rolled

“We’ve been working on this for more than a year,

out a new tool to combat crime in our community.

and have a great solution for helping to keep Fishers

The Crimewatch app connects Fishers residents with

safe,” said Rahimzadeh. “I’m so thankful for this

officers in their district allowing real-time two-

collaboration and look forward to this technology

way communication. The app further encourages

making a real impact for Fishers residents.”

residents to “see something, say something”.

In an effort to make the Crimewatch App as The idea was launched after FPD’s Captain Ed

comprehensive

as

possible

and

encourage

Gebhart noticed the community’s increasingly

community-wide adoption, Rahimzadeh created a

mobile citenzry coupled with a growing hesitation

widget for neighborhood homeowner associations to

to call 9-1-1 to report non-emergency, suspicious

post on their websites and added tracking measures

activity among younger residents. The app will aid

to reduce phony reports. The widget will display

the department’s crime prevention and intelligence

recent activity in or near the neighborhood for up

gathering efforts.

to 30 days and can be found on the Crimewatch App website. In addition, the app captures IP addresses

The app is not designed to be a replacement for

in case fraudulent reports need to be investigated.

9-1-1, rather it further enhances the tools available to protect and serve the community.

“The Crimewatch app puts tools to keep our city safe in the hands of our engaged residents and

“It allows people to report something that isn’t

encourages community among officers and the

an emergency, but may be questionable,” said

people they serve. This is an inspiring initiative

Captain Gebhart. “Users can discreetly post photos

from FPD.”

The Crimewatch app puts tools to keep our city safe in the hands of our engaged residents and encourages community among officers and the people they serve.

This is an inspiring initiative from FPD. and their location, and an officer can respond via

The Fishers Police Department will announce a

the app. No other tool allows for this type of two-

community open-house to familiarize the residents

way communication, and it gives residents peace of

with the app at a later date. Residents will be

mind knowing that the potential threat was checked

encouraged to stop by, meet the officers responding

out. This real-time information will be extremely

to app postings, learn how to download and use the

beneficial to the responding officers as they work to

app, and provide feedback to the development team.

safely and efficiently resolve the situation.”

“Thirty of our police officers have been trained and Crimewatch

encourages

residents

to

report

will begin using the tool on patrol today. So much

suspicious activity, post relevant photos and pin-

time and effort has gone into it and I’m thankful

point exact locations. Once an incident is reported,

of Auri’s partnership and commitment to serve the

the police officer the district receives an in-car

community,” said Captain Gebhart.

notification and is able to respond accordingly.

The app is available for download on iOS and The app was developed by Auri Rahimzadeh, Fishers

Android devices. Users can visit https://crimewatch.

resident and owner of Auri’s Ideas, a Fishers-based

fishers.in.us for detailed, step-by-step instructions

software development firm.

on how to get started and use the app.

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SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE FAMILY Monsoon Madness

Mud Day

Saturday, June 18 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 9 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park | Free

Cyntheanne Park | Free

Cool off under the summer sun! A DJ will spin some of summer’s

What happens when we combine 20 tons of soil and over 50,000

top hits while children enjoy water fun. Seven giant inflatables

gallons of water? The community has a giant mud pit to play

will be available for children to slip and slide down water slides.

in at Cyntheanne Park! During Mud Day, we’ll crown King and

Younger siblings can also get in on the fun at the Itty Bitty

Queen Mud, so dive right in and make a mess. Kona Ice will be

Water Play Zone, specifically designed for children 4 and under.

selling shaved ice and a DJ will spin summer’s top hits. Parents,

Don’t forget a few extra dollars, Neighborhood Pizza and Kona

we recommend wearing old clothing and tennis shoes. We also

Ice will be selling food for a quick afternoon picnic. Parents, we

encourage you to plan for your commute back home! Fresh

recommend a towel for the ride home!

clothes and towels are encouraged.

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PROGRAMS TWO TIMES THE FUN!

SMART START PROGRAMS

Join in the interactive play with your two-year-old and with

Prepare your children, 3-5 years old, for organized sports

other toddlers. Parents, participation and pre-registration

in a supportive environment! These critically acclaimed

are both required so you can get in on the fun too!

programs from the National Alliance for Youth Sports are the perfect opportunity for your child to learn new skills.

Little Firecrackers Wednesday, June 22

Start Smart Soccer, Session 2

Cumberland Park | 10 - 11 a.m.

Mondays, July 11 - August 1

Resident $6, NonResident $9

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park | 5 - 6 p.m.

Register by June 15 with Activity Title "TTTF Little Firecrackers"

Resident $48, NonResident $72 Register by June 22 with Activity Title "SS Soccer 2"

Beach Babes Thursday, July 14

Smart Start Development

Cumberland Park Building | 10 - 11 a.m.

Thursdays, July 14 - August 4

Resident $6, NonResident $9

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park | 5 - 6 p.m.

Register by July 7 with Activity Title "TTTF Beach Babes"

Resident $60, NonResident $90 Register by June 22 with Activity Title "SS Development"

FOR LITTLE ONES

PLAYFULL HOURS Your child(ren) ages 1 to 5 are invited to PlayFULL Hours

Father's Day Pottery

for unstructured play time! Each class focuses on a specific

Saturday, June 11

theme, and themes vary year-round. Parents, participation

Cumberland Park Building | 1 - 2 p.m.

is required so you can socialize alongside your little one.

Resident $15, NonResident $23 Register by June 3 with Activity Title "Father's Day Pottery"

Little Sharkie Pottery Saturday, July 9 Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 1 - 2 p.m.

Resident $20, NonResident $30 Register by July 1 with Activity Title "Little Sharkie"

Build and Topple

Hello Cupcake!

Thursday, June 2

Wednesday, July 27

Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve Shelter | 10 - 11 a.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 6 - 7 p.m.

Resident $2, NonResident $3 or Flex Pass

Resident $20, NonResident $30

Register by June 1 with Activity Title "PFH Build"

Register by July 20 with Activity Title "Hello Cupcake"

Sports of all Sorts

Little Olympics

Wednesday, July 6

Monday, August 15

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 10 - 11 a.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 10 - 11 a.m.

Resident $2, NonResident $3

Resident $6, NonResident $9

Register by July 4 with Activity Title "PFH Sports"

Register by August 8 with Activity Title "Little Olympics"

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PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH & TEENS World Traveler

Punt, Pass and Kick

Thursday, June 9

Thursday, August 2

Roy G. Holland Park Building | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Mudsock Fields | 4 - 5 p.m.

Resident $5, NonResident $8

Free (but registration is appreciated)

Register by June 2 with Activity Title "World Traveler"

Register at www.nflppk.com

Have a Blast

Challenge Accepted!

Friday, June 17

Wednesday, August 24

Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Resident $17, NonResident $26

Resident $4, NonResident $6

Register by June 10 with Activity Title "Have a Blast"

Register by August 17 with Activity Title "Challenge Accepted"

Tie Dye Your Summer Thursday, June 23 Cumberland Park Building | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Resident $10, NonResident $15 Register by June 16 with Activity Title "Tie Dye"

BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE...

You Must Register in Advance Visit www.fishers.in.us/parks for a registration form. From there, you can complete the form and submit the payment online, print the form and mail it in with a check, or print the form and drop it off with payment at the Fishers Parks office. (Phone registration is not accepted.)

Did You Know?

A drop off program does not require an adult to be present

Safe Sitter

during the program time.

Thursday, July 7 Billericay Park Building | 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Check It Out!

Resident $28, NonResident $57

Be sure to visit the Fishers Parks website to see additional

Register by June 30 with Activity Title "Safe Sitter"

information about the programs listed here, and for info about other upcoming programs, special events and

Pinterest NIght: Leather Bracelet

partner classes.

Friday, July 15 Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Fishers Parks & Recreation

Resident $10, NonResident $15

11565 Brooks School Road

Register by July 8 with Activity Title "Pinterest Night"

Fishers, Indiana 46037 (317) 595-3150

Let Me Take a Selfie!

Friday, July 22

Office Hours:

Billericay Park Building | 5 - 6 p.m.

Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm

Resident $3, NonResident $5

Except Holidays

Register by July 15 with Activity Title "Let Me Take a Selfie"

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Tuesday Night Concert Series

Mudsock Quilters' Guild

Tuesdays | 7 - 9 p.m.

Monday, June 13 | 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

Fishers United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall For more information, visit www.mudsockquiltersguild.org

Concerts on the Central Green Wednesdays | 12 - 1 p.m.

Fishers Freedom Festival

Central Green (in front of City Hall)

June 24 - 26 Featured on page 5. Bring the whole family out for a weekend of

Movies in the Park

fun! Visit www.fishersfreedomfestival.org for more details.

Fridays | Dusk Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

Jambox Concert at the AMP

For the complete schedule, visit www.fishers.in.us/Movies

Friday, June 24 | 8 p.m.

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

AMP After Dark Fridays | 9 - 11 p.m.

Blast on the Bridge

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

July 4, 5 | 10:30 p.m.

Fall Creek Bridge over Geist Resevoir

Fishers Farmers' Market Saturdays | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

MEETINGS All public meeting dates can be found on the City calendar at www.fishers.in.us/Calendars

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PARTIAL SPECIAL CENSUS Fishers’ partial special census will be underway this month.

The census partial census will focus on counting residents in selected high-growth areas of Fishers. The completion of the special census will provide Fishers an increase in per capita revenue distributions beginning in July 2017. Learn more at www.fishers.in.us/census.

FISHERS 2040 Fishers 2040, the city’s 25-year comprehensive plan is scheduled to go before the Fishers City Council for final adoption next month. The plan was developed throughout 2015

by City leaders and community stakeholders. Learn more about Fishers 2040 at www.fishers2040.com.

CGA GRADUATION

AAA BOND RATING

On May 16, the biannual City Government Academy graduated

In May, Standard and Poor’s upgraded the city’s bond rating to

its latest class of residents. The fall class will begin in September.

an AAA rating. Fishers is the only local municipality in the state

The eight-week course allows residents to become students

of Indiana to receive this designation, which will save the city

and examine the inner workings of City Government. Visit

more than $1 million on upcoming bond agreements.

www.fishers.in.us/CitizenAcademies for more information.

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