The City of Fishers is committed to keeping its roadways and trails safe for all users, including motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists. Utilizing the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe System Approach, the City aims to eliminate vehicle crashes resulting in serious injury or death. By prioritizing safety on our roadways and trails, we make Fishers a better place to live, work, and play.

In Spring 2025, Fishers created a Safe Streets and Trails Plan in response to the growing need for safer, more accessible transportation networks. A Safety Action Task Force consisting of members of the City of Fishers’ Engineering, Planning & Zoning, Police, and Community Engagement teams was assembled to provide oversight of the plan development. A robust public engagement strategy including community feedback events, an online survey, and focus groups ensured that the plan captured the key concerns and needs of the community.

View Our Safe Streets and Safety Plan

• Safe Streets and Trails Plan – Report
• Safe Streets and Trails Plan – Appendix (Public Engagement and Analysis)
• Safe Streets and Trails Plan – Safety Tool Kit

Fishers’ plan focuses on these key components:

• Sidewalks & Trails: Continued trail development and addressing gaps in the existing sidewalk and trail system that present a safety issue.
• Speed Reduction & Enforcement: Traffic enforcement and design changes to slow traffic speeds.
• Crossings: Implementation of grade separated crossings, raised crosswalks, flashing warnings and additional lighting.
• Roundabouts: Continued education on how to safely navigate roundabouts.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 created the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, appropriating $5 billion in grant funds over a five-year period from 2022 to 2026. Fishers was awarded an SS4A grant to complete a Safety Action Plan which outlines strategies to reduce and eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes. With a completed Safety Action Plan, Fishers’ safety projects and strategies are eligible for additional grant funding. 

Safety Action Task Force

The City of Fishers selected Lochmueller Group to lead the development of its Safe Streets & Trails Plan in conjunction with Compass Outreach Solutions and an internal Safety Action Task Force. The Task Force is comprised of members of the Fishers Engineering Department, Planning & Zoning Department, Community & Public Relations Department, and representatives from Fishers public safety teams.