Fishers is dedicated to being accessible and welcoming for all.
The city prioritizes safe, accessible infrastructure and is committed to continuous improvement through public engagement and awareness efforts.
Request Event Accommodations
Fishers is committed to ensuring equal participation for people with disabilities in all programs, services, and activities. If you need support or modifications to fully participate, please reach out to Kelly Lewark by email or call 317-595-3487 at least 48 hours before the event.
Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability
The Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability (FACD) was established in 2017 to be the community voice for disability awareness.
Accessibility in Fishers
Transportation
Hamilton County Express: Operated by Janus Developmental Services, Inc. this affordable transit service offers convenient rides for both Janus program participants and the general public in Hamilton County.
Housing
SouthPointe Village: This 62-unit RealAmerica complex includes 13 units for individuals with developmental disabilities, with on-site support and education/training services from local nonprofits, fostering education, employment, and independent living. Learn more.
Sutton Crossing: Located at 131st Street and Cumberland Road, Sutton Crossing features fully accessible sidewalks and green space, as well as privately owned condominiums with zero-level entry. Interior accessibility features vary by home. Learn more.
Lifelong Housing: Using Universal Design principles, a home can be built or updated to support changing needs and lifestyles at any age. This brochure lists optional Universal Design features potentially available for new or existing homes which are encouraged by the Fishers Planning & Zoning Department.
Public Safety
Smart 911
The City of Fishers utilizes Smart 911, a free information-sharing app, to view emergency information for all residents of the city, and importantly, our special needs members, allowing emergency responders the ability to have valuable information at our fingertips as we are en route to your emergency.
This system allows users to include additional information such as vehicle descriptions, medications, medical emergency contacts and proxies, home floor plans, and pet information. Smart911 is encrypted and secure and all personal information can only be accessed by first responders when an emergency event has been triggered with a call for assistance by the application user. With Smart911, you can provide 9-1-1 call takers and first responders with critical information you want them to know in any kind of emergency.
Parks Accessibility
Fishers Parks welcomes the opportunity to serve guests with disabilities to enjoy all of Fishers Parks’ facilities, events, and services. Assisted Listening Devices and Sensory Bags are available for checkout at Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) events. For assistance and information on accessibility, contact Customer Service at 317-595-3150 or by email.
- The Holland Park playground features a poured-in-place rubber surface, accessible ramps and swings, a wheelchair-friendly glider, and a friendship swing.
- Brooks School Park is a 16.5-acre park that includes an ADA Accessible playground for kids of all abilities with play areas for ages 2 to 5 and 5 to 12.
- Flat Fork Creek Park includes amenities such as mountain bike trails, a 60-foot, ADA-accessible sledding hill, and roughly 20 dedicated acres of reforestation efforts. The facility also showcases ADA-accessible tree houses ensuring play for all ability levels.
Accessibility Resources
See local and regional accessibility resources compiled by the Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability.
ADA Transition Plan
Fishers is undertaking an ADA Transition Plan to determine what right-of-way facilities require improvements to provide greater accessibility. Learn more about the plan by contacting Ross Hilleary, Assistant Director of Planning & Zoning, ADA Coordinator by email or at 317-588-1436.
The City of Fishers Grievance Procedure under The Americans with Disabilities Act
This Grievance Procedure is established to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”). It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination based on disability in the provision of services, activities, programs, or benefits by the City of Fishers. The City’s Personnel Policy governs employment-related complaints of disability discrimination.
The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged discrimination such as name, address, phone number of complainant and location, date, and description of the problem. Alternative means of filing complaints, such as personal interviews or a tape recording of the complaint will be made available for persons with disabilities upon request.
The complaint should be submitted by the grievant and/or his/her designee as soon as possible but no later than 60 calendar days after the alleged violation via this form or by mail to:
Attn: Ross Hilleary, Assistant Director of Planning & Zoning
ADA Coordinator
317-588-1436
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