Carmel Fire Department launches Car Seat
Sticker Program
CARMEL, Ind., Aug. 7, 2025 - As part of the City's continuous commitment to enhancing public safety, the Carmel Fire Department and the Carmel Police Department have launched the Car Seat Sticker Program, intended to provide critical information to first responders in emergencies involving young children.
Funded by the Carmel City Council, the program provides parents/guardians with two types of stickers: (1) Information stickers and (2) Alert (“CHECK CAR SEAT”) stickers:
The Information sticker, which should be placed on the back of a car seat or another protected area in the vehicle, allows parents/guardians to provide essential information for first responders, such as the child’s health conditions, allergies and emergency contact information of another parent/guardian:
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The Alert (“CHECK CAR SEAT”) stickers are recommended for placement on multiple places on the vehicle near the Information sticker (e.g., windows, door jams, door frames) and serve as a visual cue for first responders to search for the Information sticker.
“The program was launched because both departments, Mayor Finkam and City Council recognized the need to address situations where a parent might be unconscious, such as in a car accident, and a child is unable to speak for themselves,” said Captain Renee Butts of the Carmel Fire Department. “These stickers provide critical information that can make a lifesaving difference, helping first responders in addressing a child’s medical needs and contacting their caregivers.”
Councilor Shannon Minnaar championed this effort with the support of Councilor Dr. Anita Joshi. “I’m proud to have collaborated with the fire and police departments, as well as Councilor Joshi, to bring this program to life,” said Councilor Minnaar. “This program was made possible thanks to City team members like Captain Butts, whose skill and dedication to teamwork played a vital role. Supporting our first responders in making their jobs easier—especially when it comes to aiding our most vulnerable citizens—is both obvious and essential.”
“This is yet another wonderful example of how City leaders collaborate to continue the shared goal of enhancing the safety and wellbeing of the community,” said Mayor Finkam. “I would like to thank Councilors Minnaar and Joshi and the City Council for the ongoing support of public safety and would encourage anyone with young children to take advantage of this amazing program.”
The stickers are free to the public and will be distributed by both departments at Public Safety Day on Saturday, Aug. 16, with additional supplies available at all Carmel fire stations, police headquarters and at various education events.
For more information about the Car Seat Sticker Program, contact the Carmel Fire Department (317) 571-2600 or Carmel Police Department (317) 571-2500.
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