Advisory Committee on Disability - 4/14/2026

The City of Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability held a meeting on April 14, 2026, focusing on structuring subcommittees to better address disability-related community needs and outcomes. The committee discussed organizing subcommittees around key areas such as education, transportation, employment, accessibility, and health and wellness, with an emphasis on collaboration with city departments and external partners to avoid duplicating efforts. Updates were provided on various initiatives including the development of a community land trust to support affordable housing, improvements to the Fishers Event Center for accessibility, adaptive programs at the Fishers Community Center, and partnerships with Hamilton County Tourism. The committee also highlighted the importance of maintaining a strategic document to track progress and successes, and discussed plans for an upcoming vendor event to promote disability-related products and services. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made, the meeting emphasized coordination with city planning and economic development to align future projects and initiatives with broader municipal goals.