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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/15/2024 - TRANSPORTATION BOARD - AGENDA - Regular Meeting05/15/2024 Agenda Page 1 TRANSPORTATION BOARD SUMMARY AGENDA May 15th, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM In person at 281 N. College, 1st Floor Conference Rooms or online via Zoom This hybrid TRANSPORTATION BOARD meeting will be conducted in person at 281 N College Ave, 1st floor conference rooms or you may join online via Zoom. Participants should join at least 5 minutes prior to the 6:00 p.m. start time. ONLINE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: You will need an internet connection on a laptop, computer, or smartphone, and may join the meeting through Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/join Webinar ID:992 3667 9837, Passcode 735155. (Using earphones with a microphone will greatly improve your audio). Keep yourself on muted status. For public comments, the Chairperson will ask participants to click the “Raise Hand” button to indicate you would like to speak at that time. Staff will moderate the Zoom session to ensure all participants have an opportunity to comment. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION BY PHONE: Please dial +1-719-359-4580 and enter Meeting ID 99236679837; Passcode 73515. Keep yourself on muted status. For public comments, when the Chair asks participants to click the “Raise Hand” button if they wish to speak, phone participants will need to press *9 to do this. Staff will be moderating the Zoom session to ensure all participants have an opportunity to address the Transportation Board. When you are called, press *6 to unmute yourself. Documents to Share: Any document or presentation a member of the public wishes to provide to the Transportation Board for its consideration must be emailed to mdempsey@fcgov.com at least 24 hours before the meeting. Provide Comments via Email: Individuals who are uncomfortable or unable to access the Zoom platform or participate by phone are encouraged to participate by emailing comments to mdempsey@fcgov.com at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. If your comments are specific to any of the discussion items on the agenda, please indicate that in the subject line of your email. Staff will ensure your comments are provided to the Transportation Board. (Continued on next page) TRANSPORTATION BOARD SUMMARY AGENDA May 15th, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM In person at 281 N. College, 1st Floor Conference Rooms or online via Zoom 05/15/2024 Agenda Page 2 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: [April 17, 2024] 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Discuss TBoard Liaison(s) to the Active Modes Advisory Board and Planning and Zoning Commission (15 minutes) b. Shift Your Ride TDM Program Presentation (Jeff Puckett, 45 minutes) c. Identify topics of interest over the next year (30 minutes) ▪ See attached 2024 Work Plan and 2024-2026 City Council Priorities to inspire ideas 8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS (Committees, Event attendance, etc.) 9. OTHER BUSINESS (Board member concerns, Announcements) a. City Council 6 Month Calendar Review b. Staff Liaison Report 10. ADJOURNMENT TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR April 17, 2024, 6:00 p.m. Online Via Zoom or In-Person at 281 North College Avenue 4 /17/202 4 – MINUTES Page 1 FOR REFERENCE: Chair: Ed Peyronnin Vice Chair: Council Liaison: Alexa Nickoloff Susan Gutowsky Staff Liaison: Aaron Iverson 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Brown called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Ed Peyronnin, Acting Chair Indy Hart Jerry Gavaldon James Burtis David Baker Lourdes Alvarez Amanda Finch Emily Felton Alexa Nickoloff BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None CITY STAFF PRESENT: Melina Dempsey PUBLIC PRESENT: Anna Novarro 3. AGENDA REVIEW Iverson stated there were no changes to the published agenda. 4. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Anna Novarro discussed her interest in alternative transportation options. Gavaldon stated he met Novarro at a meeting regarding affordable housing. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 2 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – MARCH 2024 Hart made a motion, seconded by Gavaldon, to approve the March 2024 minutes as written. Yeas: Finch Gavaldon, Burtis, Hart and Peyronnin. Nays: none. Abstain: Baker, Alvarez, Felton, and Nickoloff. THE MOTION CARRIED. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Board Member Introductions Gavaldon introduced himself as a lifelong resident of Fort Collins and discussed his work with the City and the Museo de las Tres Colonias. Burtis introduced himself and discussed his interest in transportation. Hart introduced himself and discussed his involvement in the community. Alvarez introduced herself and discussed her interest in transportation. Acting Chair Peyronnin introduced himself and discussed his engagement in cycling. Baker introduced himself and discussed his work in automotive electrification and interest in reducing the environmental impact of transportation. Nickoloff introduced herself and discussed her interest in Fort Collins and transportation. Felton introduced herself and commented on taking the Leadership Fort Collins course and discussed her interest in ADA accessibility. Finch discussed recently receiving her master’s in public administration and associated capstone project about surveillance cameras in work zones to reduce employee injuries and deaths. She also stated she would like to explore the relationship between safety and vehicle speed. Iverson introduced himself and discussed his history with the City organization. He stated he has been the liaison to the Board for 5 years but will be gradually transitioning that role to Melina Dempsey. Melina Dempsey introduced herself as a Senior Transportation Planner and discussed her previous work in the field. Members briefly discussed the possibility of passenger rail in the Front Range. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 3 b. City of Fort Collins Transportation Overview – Aaron Iverson Iverson provided an overview of the Plans used to provide overall guidance for City operations. He noted FC Moves falls under the Planning, Development, and Transportation service area, which is a combination of planning, land use, and transportation. Iverson commented on the City’s vision, mission, and values and discussed PDT’s five interconnected principles: connect, plan, build, operate, and maintain. Iverson discussed the role of the Streets Department and commented on some upcoming roadway projects. Members commented on the excellent street maintenance provided by the Streets Department. Iverson discussed the role of the Traffic Operations Department , including work on Vision Zero. Hart commented on one of the oldest in-use stop signs on Mason which is yellow and black. Iverson discussed the school safety audits which are conducted by the Traffic Operations Department and commented on the Traffic Operations dashboard. Alvarez asked about the timing of pedestrian signals across town and noted they all seem to be different. Iverson replied the leading pedestrian signals are being slowly implemented across the city and have been installed in heavy pedestrian areas first. Gavaldon asked if ride alongs for snowplow trucks are still offered. Iverson replied he would look into that. Iverson outlined the role of Parking Services, including the operation of parking structures and oversight of residential parking areas. Additionally, he noted Parking Services and Transfort were originally separate departments, then they joined into one, and are now again separate. Members discussed the possibility of the Transportation Board combining with or absorbing the Parking Advisory Board. Iverson stated the Parking Advisory Board has been decommissioned at this point. Felton commented on having been involved in the 2013 Parking Plan as a consultant and asked if that would be a conflict of interest. Iverson replied there are newer plans, and any type of conflict would only occur if the Board were making a recommendation of some kind. Iverson discussed Transfort’s operation of the fixed route system, Dial-a-Ride, Flex, three transit centers, and the MAX line. He discussed the Transit Master Plan which envisions additional MAX routes on West Elizabeth and North College as well as TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 4 higher frequency fixed routes. He noted the 2050 tax that passed last year will provide dedicated funding to Transfort. Dempsey stated Transfort is moving toward a more corridor-based system with higher frequencies and there are innovation zones where transit is already limited or non-existent where there will be on-demand transit. She noted the Optimization Plan will be examining micro-transit and on-demand transit. Hart noted the Board will discuss transit in terms of frequency, consistency, and timeliness. Gavaldon noted CSU students pay fees that go into Transfort. He commented on being on the Mason Street Corridor design committee in 1998 which had a long -term plan of light rail service. Iverson stated the plan at this time is to remain with bus service on the corridor. Iverson discussed the role of the Engineering Department which oversees the construction of projects, including large capital projects such as the Lemay overpass and the forthcoming Power Trail underpass at Harmony. He noted the Engineering Department has a ten-year list of capital projects and also deals with infrastructure asset management. Iverson stated the College and Trilby intersection will be rebuilt this summer . Iverson discussed FC Moves which includes Active Modes, biking and walking program, Safe Routes to School, outreach, education, and Transportation Planning. He noted FC Moves is focused on increasing the number of people who choose to walk, bike, ride the bus, and use electric forms of transportation. He noted 70-80% of people still drive alone to work. Iverson stated FC Moves is involved in the Active Modes Plan, the West Elizabeth Enhanced Travel Corridor and MAX extension, and the EV Readiness Roadmap, which will be updated this year. In terms of programs, FC Moves is involved in Shift Your Ride, a travel demand management program, Vision Zero, and the SPIN scooter and bike contract. Additionally, the department runs Bike to Work Days, Open Streets, Asphalt Art, and curb extensions for traffic calming. Iverson noted the Safe Routes to School national conference will be in Fort Collins and stated the program is one of the best in the country. He also commented on the adult biking education program which includes bike maintenance and the Bicycle Friendly Driver program, which has been adopted throughout the state and has gone to the national level as well. Additionally, the Bicycle Ambassador Program consisting of volunteers has been ongoing for a number of years. Iverson discussed items that the Board will be discussing at forthcoming meetings, including the EV Readiness Roadmap, a micro-transit study, mobility hubs, safety assessments, the optimization plan, Front Range passenger rail, and Budgeting for TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 5 Outcomes (BFO), among others. Iverson noted the former subcommittee of the Transportation Board, the Bicycle Advisory Committee, no longer exists; however, an Active Modes Advisory Board has been established and will meet for the first time this month. Gavaldon commented on the importance of the Board and stated Council does listen to the Board. He noted any Master Street Plan updates go through the Board. Peyronnin commented on the Board’s discussion of reinstating snow routes . Felton stated Fort Collins is leading in terms of transportation innovation and she is excited to be part of that process. Nickoloff asked about the responsible parties for railroad maintenance. Iverson replied maintenance responsibility lies almost all with the railroads; however, the City does work on crossings with them. He stated he could put Nickoloff in touch with the Engineering Department for more details. Hart noted passenger rail would always come second to freight rail and there is no requirement for the railroad companies to share schedules. c. Chair and Vice Chair Elections Iverson noted Chairs and Vice Chairs typically serve for one calendar year and help staff plan agendas and run meetings. Gavaldon nominated himself for Chair. Hart nominated Burtis and Peyronnin as Chair. Both accepted the nominations. Gavaldon discussed his experience as Chair and Vice Chair for the Planning and Zoning Commission and in running his HOA and stated he would like to help make a difference on the Board. Peyronnin thanked Hart for the nomination and stated he has had a great experience on the Board and is looking forward to the next year. Burtis discussed his interest in transportation and his meeting management style. He stated he is very interested in forthcoming topics. Felton asked if she is allowed to abstain from a Chair vote given she is unfamiliar with the candidates. Members replied in the affirmative. Iverson noted it is unusual for five new members to start at the same time. Gavaldon noted he and Hart have been the longest serving members. Members agreed to do a secret ballot type of vote. Iverson stated Peyronnin had the most votes for Chair. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 6 Gavaldon expressed interest in the Vice Chair position. Hart nominated the five new members for Vice Chair. Nickoloff accepted the nomination. Iverson stated Nickoloff received the most votes for Vice Chair. 8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS Hart stated Transfort timing has improved and stated it would be good to have the Stewart and Lemay intersection have the bike lane continue to the stop when it gets restriped rather than merge with the car lane. Burtis noted there is a trail survey for the update of the Master Trail Plan and commended the extension of Transfort’s route 3 all the way down Elizabeth. Gavaldon reported on the Police Chief Advisory Task Force’s discussions around the new lane-splitting motorcycle law which allows motorcycles to go between cars in stopped traffic at speeds not exceeding 15 miles per hour. He stated Police are concerned about possible safety hazards and are also concerned about E-bike and scooter speeds. Gavaldon reported he is working with Rachel Ruhlen on placing a SPIN bike and scooter parking pad at the Museo de las Tres Colonias which will be the first in the area. He also reported on a near accident with a cyclist and commented on the need for additional education. Gavaldon noted he has been filling in as the Planning and Zoning Commission liaison and he outlined that position in the event another member is interested. Peyronnin reported on a trip to Kansas City and commented on the city’s great road networks. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. City Council 6-Month Calendar Review Iverson reported Council will be considering allocations for the new 2050 tax dollars, Council priorities, traffic safety, the sunsetting street maintenance program and Community Capital Investment Program taxes, and the budget at upcoming regular meetings and work sessions. b. Staff Liaison Report Iverson noted Dempsey will begin taking over the meetings starting next month , and correspondence will also shift over to her. He noted members cannot have conversations over email per open meetings stipulations. Iverson also stated printed agenda copies need to be requested. Peyronnin suggested discussing liaisons at the next meeting. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 4 /17/2024 – MINUTES Page 7 Gavaldon stated he will be transitioning out of the Planning and Zoning Commission liaison role. Iverson stated he would clarify the interaction with the Active Modes Advisory Board and noted the liaison roles are not required. Gavaldon noted Board members must identify themselves as a member of the Board if they speak at City Council meetings and clearly state whether or not they are speaking on behalf of the Board. 10. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m. by unanimous consent. Headline Copy Goes Here Travel Demand Management Specialist 970-416-8062| jpuckett@fcgov.com Jeff Puckett Shift Your Ride Plan 05-15-2024 Headline Copy Goes HereOverview 2 •Introduction •What is Transportation Demand Management (TDM)? •Historical Context and Relevance of TDM •Why is TDM Relevant to Fort Collins? •Program Development Process •Core Strategies of the Plan •Brand Development and Identity •Looking Ahead Headline Copy Goes Here FC MovesTexas A&M UniversityTourism Introduction 3 •Paris, France (2010) •Washington, DC (2012) •San Francisco, CA (2014) •Joined FC Moves Sept. 2023 •Transportation Demand Management Specialist •Transportation Services (2015) •Sustainable Transportation Program Coordinator •Masters of Urban Planning Headline Copy Goes HereWhat is Transportation Demand Management? 4 Transportation demand management (TDM) employs strategies that aim to offer competitive alternatives to driving alone, reduce trips, and improve traffic congestion without building more roads. •Adult Education Classes •Safe Routes to School •Events –Open Streets & BTWD Education & Awareness •Fair Free Transit •E-Bike & SPIN subsidies program Subsidies & Incentives •TDM supportive land use regulations •Parking reductions for development Policies & Regulations •Bike lanes •Bus shelters •Pedestrian crossing safety improvements Supportive Infrastructure •SPIN: E-Bike and Scooter Share •Transfort bus services Services Examples of Fort Collins influencing travel behavior Headline Copy Goes HereHistorical Context & Relevance of TDM 5 •TDM originated in 1970s – Oil Crisis •Promoted public transit to lessen traffic peaks •Evolved post-crisis focusing on the movement of people •Today TDM strives to create sustainable and affordable travel for all Headline Copy Goes HereWhy is TDM Relevant to Fort Collins? 6 Foster Environmental Sustainability •Reduce carbon emissions •Support readiness for EVs •Reduce drive-alone trips Improve Community Health & Safety •Increase active mode trips •Support safer active mode infrastructure •Reduce traffic fatalities and injuries Enhance Mobility and Accessibility •Expand convenient travel options •Improve efficiency and affordability Headline Copy Goes HereProgram Development 7 The process of developing Shift Your Ride involved a multi- faceted collaborative approach encompassing five key steps Existing Conditions & Goal Setting Strategy Identification Strategy Development Strategy Implementation Program Evaluation Headline Copy Goes HereExisting Conditions & Goal Setting 8 Existing Conditions Research Engaging Stakeholders Identifying Mobility Challenges Establishing Program Goals Headline Copy Goes HereStrategy Identification – Defining & Prioritizing Target Audiences 9 •Residents with Systemic Barriers •City-Wide Employers •All Residents •Schools •New Development and Property Managers •Downtown Visitors and Employees •Events 1.Residents facing Systemic Barriers 2.Employees Across the City 3.All Residents Headline Copy Goes HereStrategy Implementation 10 47 Strategies 11 Short-Term 17 Long-Term 13 Phase Three 6 Alternatives Headline Copy Goes HereStrategy Implementation – Short Term Strategies 11 •Program Marketing & Collateral •Shift Your Ride Webpage for Residents & Businesses •Vanpool Subsidy Program •Regional Ridematching Platform •Schoolpool Platform •Income-Targeted E-Bike Access and Support Program Headline Copy Goes HereStrategy Implementation – Long Term Strategies 12 •Employer Recognition Program •City-Led Downtown TMA Facilitation Initiative •City-Wide Residential E-Bike Subsidy Program •Developer TDM Requirements •Tiered Parking Permits in Downtown Fort Collins •Microtransit Headline Copy Goes HereStrategy Funding 13 •Program Marketing Strategy & Collateral o Communication Material o SYR Brand Development o SYR Webpage Content •Comprehensive Marketing and Communication Plan o TDM Resources to Support Businesses o Residential TDM Roadshow •Regional Ridematching Platform •Vanpool Subsidy Program •Schoolpool Platform •Continued Strategies o Regional Ridematching Platform o Vanpool Subsidy Program o Schoolpool Platform •Travel Survey •Guaranteed Ride Home Program •Car Free, Car Lite Campaign •Income Targeted E-Bike Access Program •Program Collateral Currently Funded 2024 BFO 2025 - 2026 Headline Copy Goes HereProgram Evaluation 14 The final step of program implementation will be to measure the effectiveness of the Program and strategies against the Program’s objectives. Inputs Outreach Events Marketing Efforts Outputs Awareness & Satisfaction Program participation Outcomes Vehicle Trips Reduced Emissions Reduced Headline Copy Goes HereBrand Identity & Development 15 Issues with previous campaign: •Limited Scope •Poor Accessibility Headline Copy Goes HereBrand Identity & Development 16 Updated Program Name and Logo Business Standard Consumer Communication Headline Copy Goes HereBrand Identity & Development 17 The Why of TDM “Shift What Matters to You” A brand that is upbeat, approachable, and empowering Headline Copy Goes HereLooking Ahead 18 •Plan aligns with sustainability and climate goals •Aims to change travel habits, enhance air quality •Features dual-phase approach for gradual changes •Short-term: establish identity and groundwork •Long-term: engage community, tailor solutions •Plan is dynamic, adapts for future relevance •Program launch to coincide with SYR website debut and in-person roadshow this summer! Headline Copy Goes Here Thank you! Jeff Puckett Travel Demand Management Specialist 970-416-8062| jpuckett@fcgov.com 19 Transportation Board – Topics of Interest: 2024 – 2025 Topics Discussed at the April 2024 meeting and between Chair, Co-Chair and Staff Liaison o Forestry Plan – requested short presentation/feedback for June o Front Range Passenger Rail: Project overview and local station area site selection and planning efforts. o Tax funding for transportation and sustainability. If/how can TBoard assist? o Tours: Traffic Operations, Streets Department o Transfort: Innovation Zones, Optimization, and Action Plan [to implement the vision in the Transit Master Plan] (starting June 2024) o Include information about how reliability is measured. Additonal topics derived from TBoard Work Plan and City Council Priorities 2024-2026 o 15 Minutes Cities o From a development and active modes perspective (see council priorities #3 and #8, and include the SYR Neighborhood Program. o Active Modes Plan (adopted 2022), Active Modes Advisory Board – Joint Meeting o Budgeting for Outcomes (BFO) – about, process and opportunities for the TBoard to weigh in. o Best timing will be late summer/early fall to align with BFO schedule o City Plan (adopted 2019) o Electric Vehicle Readiness Roadmap (tentative adoption August/Sept 2024) o Interested in presenting to TBoard in July/August 2024 o Our Climate Future (adopted 2021) o Transportation Plan (adopted 2019) o Vision Zero (adopted 2023) Topics Potential Month Ed Peyronnin, Chair Alexa Nickoloff, Vice Chair Transportation Board 2024 WORK PLAN The goal of the Transportation Board is to promote the implementation of a balanced transportation system that is consistent with the City sustainability goals and provides choice, mobility, access, congestion mitigation and safety for all people while achieving: 1) Efficient and effective movement of people and goods throughout the community; 2) Advocacy for per capita reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled; 3) Enhanced and widespread mobility for people of all ages and abilities; 4) Emphasis of modal shifts; 5) Support for the City’s Climate Action Plan. I. Advise City Council and City Staff on transportation and mobility issues by proactively raising concerns and recommending solutions. II. Advise City Council and City Staff on City plans. Including City Plan, Our Climate Future, the Transportation Plan, Transit Plan, Active Modes Plan, the Master Street Plan, Vision Zero and City Council 2024 priorities related to transportation. III. Support innovative mobility solutions that use creative ways of thinking about parking, transportation, and development. IV. Coordinate closely with the Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB). Including designating a liaison to the AMAB, holding joint meetings as necessary, and coordinating work plan development. V. Examine financing options to address transportation needs, including, but not limited to, dedicated funding mechanisms. Actively participate in and provide input for the City Budgeting for Outcome (BFO) process. VI. Continue to be an avenue to hear citizens’ concerns regarding transportation needs and issues and communicate them to staff and Council. VII. Continue to reach out to and participate with other City boards and commissions to solicit input and provide information on transportation issues. VIII. Maintain communication links as appropriate with other agencies interested in transportation issues in Fort Collins and throughout the region. Including the North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization, CDOT, Downtown Development Agency, the Chamber of Commerce, CSU, Poudre School District, Larimer County, and other various business associations. IX. Promote transportation safety and congestion mitigation as it affects all modes of transportation, via consideration of the “6 e’s” which include engineering, education, enforcement, evaluation, encouragement and equity. X. Advocate for greater education on alternative means of transportation and transit related resources provided by the City and provide feedback to city staff to help increase the impact and visibility of these resources to Fort Collins’ residents. XI. Promote equitable access to and expansion of all sustainable modes of travel, with emphasis on growing transit ridership (locally with Transfort and on regional transit as well such as Bustang) and increased active transportation, supporting first – last mile trips. XII. Review Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Mitigation planning for the City’s transportation system as needed. XIII. Consider the impact and interaction of transportation on the triple bottom line, which includes environmental health, economic health, and social well-being of Fort Collins residents. XIV. Support the implementation of transportation related recommendations within the Our Climate Future plan, specifically Big Moves #4 Convenient Transportation Choices, Big Moves #5 Live, Work and Play Nearby, and Big Move #13 Electric Cars and Fleets. This includes the related next moves for each. XV. Explore and promote the equitable and inclusive provision of transportation services to senior citizens, people with disabilities in the community, and others experiencing difficulty accessing transportation services. 2024-2026 City Council Priorities Every two years, following a Council election, the newly seated Council identifies priorities and confirms strategic direction. 1. Operationalize City resources to build and preserve affordable housing Not everyone in our community has access to healthy, stable housing, and we are currently not meeting our affordable housing production goal. Limited highly competitive funding, rapidly increasing costs, long development timelines, and historic under-production of housing units have led to severe housing availability and affordability issues in Fort Collins and many areas around the State of Colorado. 2. Improve human and social health for vulnerable populations Obstacles and barriers exist that impede access to services for our underserved community members. We need to work with our regional partners and invest in a robust and accessible safety net to create conditions where one is not needed. Existing oil and gas wells in and around Fort Collins cause harmful pollution and have negative environmental and human health impacts. 3. Advance a 15-minute city by igniting neighborhood centers * Market factors, limited tools and programs, ownership patterns and rising development costs hinder us from accelerating our goal for everyone to have daily goods, services and transit within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from their home. 4. Pursue an integrated, intentional approach to economic health Good jobs and opportunities for economic mobility are missing for many in our community, particularly those from underserved and underrepresented populations. Processes related to doing business in the City of Fort Collins can be unclear, unnecessarily complex, and unfriendly to business customers 5. Accelerate zero waste infrastructure and policies Fort Collins is currently missing the nearby infrastructure needed to meet its commitments to becoming a Zero Waste and Carbon Neutral community. Policies and programs for diverting material away from landfills are dependent upon viable, community-scale facilities for recycling, composting, and other waste diversion actions. 6. Reduce climate pollution and air pollution through best practices, emphasizing electrification* Building energy use accounts for over 2/3 of the community emissions inventory; vehicle transportation emissions account for 25%; small engines (such as lawn and garden equipment) contribute to both local Greenhouse Gas emissions and air pollution; and the North Front Range is in a severe non-attainment zone for air quality under the Clean Air Act. Without significantly reducing emissions from these sectors, it will be impossible to improve air quality and meet Council - adopted climate goals. 7. Protect community water systems in an integrated way to ensure resilient water resources and healthy watersheds Resilient water resources and healthy watersheds depend on complex systems and a diverse network of relationships and regional partners. The water utility of the future must incorporate a One Water approach to deliver equitable solutions to meet the future challenges of water scarcity, quality and affordability 8. Advance a 15-minute city by accelerating our shift to active modes * Multiple departments and funding sources are necessary to implement the Active Modes Plan and Vision Zero Plan, with an emphasis on Safe Routes to School. 9. Develop a Hughes site master plan In accordance with the voter-approved ballot measure, the City acquired the 164- acre Hughes site in summer 2023. After conducting initial general public outreach and identifying conflicting interests and desires, Council will engage in an inclusive process to develop a site plan for future use. 10. Make government more accessible, approachable and fun Our evolving community and ever-changing media/communications landscape requires an innovative approach to reduce barriers and ensure everyone has access to timely, relevant and accurate information and opportunities to connect with their local government and community in meaningful ways. 11. Modernize and update the City Charter Although small parts of the Charter get reviewed and updated on a regular basis, due to changes in state laws and election procedures, there is a need to modernize and update the City Charter, which has not been done in a comprehensive way in over 25 years. *Priorities #3, #6 and #8 are directly related to transportation.