Fishers Unveils iPhone App

Press Release

March 2, 2010

FISHERS, IN – The Town of Fishers is pleased to announce the launch of a free application (app) for iPhone users connecting them to town services day or night. The Fishers application was built by eGov Strategies and is free to download. Residents using mobile devices other than iPhone should expect a similar application within the next few months.

“We’re excited to offer our residents one of the most comprehensive iPhone solutions in the country for local governments,” said Gary Huff, Fishers Town Manager. “We know our technologically savvy and on-the-go residents will utilize the service whether it’s to report a pothole, watch a town council meeting, or connect to us through social media channels.”

iPhone users can find the app through their handheld device or iTunes by searching Fishers, IN.

Some of the app’s features include:

-Reporting features such as potholes and road repair, overgrown grass complaints, illegal dumping complaints, and the police tip line.

-Myriad services include facility and shelter rental, roadwork updates, arson hotline, police and fire recruitment, emergency and disaster preparedness, and more.

-Government information including contact information, maps, phone numbers, public official bios, and more.

-Public meeting information including agendas, minutes, and meeting calendars.

-Town department news.

-Events calendar featuring parks programming and non-profit events happening throughout the town.

-Social media functions connected users to the town’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.

-Streaming video and images.

“Fishers and eGov Strategies have been partners for over a decade providing online services such as payments, forms, videos, and other useful eServices for government,’ said Ken Barlow, eGov principal and co-founder. “The town seemed to be the perfect choice for the launch of the application because its residents will utilize and appreciate this sophisticated mobile accessibility.”

Go to iTunes to download the new app - http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fishers-in/id356088213?mt=8.

Source: The Town of Fishers