Political signs in Fishers defaced

FISHERS, Ind. (WISH) - Efforts to turn the town of Fishers into a city have led to a campaign of controversy. Both sides pointing fingers at the other as they battle for votes. The latest controversy involves vandalized campaign yard signs.

Someone spray-painted the word "No" on the "Vote Yes" signs. The signs belong to the group Reorganize Fishers.

"I think it is really sad. I think this particular referendum should be about the issues. I think it's now gotten to personalities. It's been offensive to both sides. I personally think it's been offensive to the community," said Wayne Crane who heads up Reorganize Fishers.

Crane says not only have their signs been vandalized, but 1500 signs have gone missing. Town officials say they have one employee who removes improperly placed signs. So far around 300 have been removed. The signs were from a number of campaigns.

"If they don't follow those rules we will remove the signs and notify the political group where their signs are. We typically house them over here at Town Hall and they can come pick the up," said Fishers Town Manager Scott Fadness.

The group who opposed Reorganize Fishers is well aware of the sign controversy.

"It's not anyone directly involved in our campaign I can assure you" said Doug Allman, spokesperson for City Yes

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