The seven appointments to the inaugural Advisory Council on Disabilities have been named by Mayor Chris Jensen and the Noblesville Common Council. The council will support the city’s mission to create a more inclusive, supportive, and vibrant future in the community where everyone can thrive.
Jensen
“The advisory council will serve an important role in our community by not only helping increase awareness of challenges faced by persons with disabilities, but also helping shine a light on the value these individuals bring to our community,” Mayor Jensen said. “I also want to thank Cecilia Coble for her support and leadership as we created this advisory council.”
The advisory council aims to increase overall community awareness of challenges faced by persons with disabilities and opportunities for support by more effectively mobilizing persons and institutions involved with education, outreach, support, and advocacy on behalf of persons with disabilities.
Smith
“I’m thrilled to see the launch of the Advisory Council on Disabilities in the City of Noblesville,” Common Council President Aaron Smith said. “This group of community members will play a crucial role in fostering a more accessible and supportive community for individuals with disabilities. I look forward to working alongside them to ensure that they are equipped to strengthen the fabric of our community.”
The Inaugural Advisory Council on Disabilities consists of the following members:
- Carrie Hobbs Guiden, appointed by Mayor Jensen
- Jeff Huffman, appointed by Common Council
- Yolanda Kincaid, appointed by Mayor Jensen
- Jennifer Kugler, appointed by Mayor Jensen
- Sean Mason, appointed by Mayor Jensen
- Jennifer Sell, appointed by Common Council
- Jennifer Wiese, appointed by Mayor Jensen
According to the latest census data, around 8 percent of Noblesville’s 70,000 residents have one or more disabilities. The advisory council will develop a website to provide resources, referrals, and community event information of relevance.
The council will also highlight ongoing efforts and initiatives within the city through Janus Developmental Services, Noblesville Schools, Same As U, Noble of Indiana, and other organizations, as well as accessibility to community facilities and autism awareness training by first responders.