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TRANSPORTATION BOARD
SUMMARY AGENDA
June 12th, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM
In person at 281 N. College, 2nd Floor Venti 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.
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TRANSPORTATION BOARD
SUMMARY AGENDA
June 12th, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM
In person at 281 N. College, 2nd Floor Venti Conference Rooms or online via Zoom
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: [May 15, 2024]
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Forestry Plan presentation and input (Kendra Boot, 20 minutes)
b. Transit discussion to establish a vision for future Transportation Board
meetings (30 minutes)
c. Input for Streets Department tour in July (10 minutes)
What are you interested in learning about during the Streets Department Tour?
Some suggestions include: a follow up to the Transportation Board memo
submitted in 2024 about snow routes, snow and sweep operations, equipment
tour, addressing debris in bike lanes, paving projects and construction
schedules.
d. Continuation of the discussion about the relationship between, and roles of, the
Transportation Board and the Active Modes Advisory Board (30 minutes)
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
May 15, 2024, 6:00 p.m.
Online Via Zoom or In-Person at 281 North College Avenue
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FOR REFERENCE:
Chair: Ed Peyronnin
Vice Chair:
Council Liaison:
Alexa Nickoloff
Susan Gutowsky
Staff Liaison: Melina Dempsey
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Peyronnin called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
2. ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ed Peyronnin, Chair
Alexa Nickoloff, Vice Chair
Jerry Gavaldon
James Burtis
David Baker
Lourdes Alvarez
Amanda Finch
Indy Hart
Emily Felton (arrived late)
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
None
PUBLIC PRESENT:
None
3. AGENDA REVIEW
Chair Peyronnin stated there were no changes to the published agenda.
4. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None.
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5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – APRIL 2024
Gavaldon and Hart stated they provided edits to the minutes to Dempsey.
Gavaldon made a motion, seconded by Alvarez, to approve the April 2024 minutes as
amended. Yeas: Peyronnin, Hart, Gavaldon, Nickoloff, Burtis, Baker, Alvarez, and
Finch. Nays: none.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discuss Transportation Board Liaison(s) to the Active Modes Advisory Board
and Planning and Zoning Commission
Iverson noted the ordinance that set up the Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB)
does not officially require a liaison between it and the Transportation Board, but does
allow for that option.
Gavaldon noted any liaison position would be non-voting.
Chair Peyronnin stated he believes the connection is important given the previous
relationship with the BAC and overlapping issues and topics.
Alvarez concurred the two Boards should be connected to one another and asked
when the AMAB meets. Iverson replied the Board had its first meeting last month
and they will typically be Mondays at 6:00 PM.
Finch asked if the liaison role could rotate between members. Hart replied that has
been done in the past and noted the liaison roles are voluntary and not required.
Hart expressed surprise there is not an official connection or channel between the
AMAB and Transportation Board.
Gavaldon noted the Transportation Board reviews the Master Street Plan and stated
there would be a catastrophic disconnect if the two Boards do not work together.
Hart stated he has yet to understand the purview of the two Boards. Iverson replied
the AMAB will be developing its work plan with input from a draft plan formed by the
BAC. He stated there is an opportunity to form a new type of relationship as this is a
new structure.
Chair Peyronnin asked if the AMAB is expecting attendance from a Transportation
Board Member. Dempsey replied the AMAB welcomes and encourages participation
and noted the staff liaisons work closely with one another. Additionally, Dempsey
stated a joint meeting between the Boards could also be held.
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Gavaldon noted the previous joint meetings with the BAC occurred because the BAC
was an advisory committee to the Transportation Board, which is not the case with
the AMAB. He suggested deferring the item until information is received from the
AMAB in terms of its vision.
Members stated it could be beneficial for the Transportation Board to be involved in
that conversation earlier, particularly given the AMAB is brand new.
Chair Peyronnin concurred it is important for the Transportation Board to be a
participant at the beginning stages.
Gavaldon commented on a lack of continuity between staff liaisons and the Boards.
Hart suggested it could be a good idea to have someone from the Transportation
Board attend the AMAB meetings as an observer and to gather information as to the
desires of the Board in terms of a liaison. He suggested Chair Peyronnin attend the
next meeting given his history with the BAC. Members concurred with the suggestion
and Chair Peyronnin stated he would attend the next meeting of the AMAB as an
observer.
Finch suggested members can always read the AMAB meeting agendas and minutes
to keep abreast of its topics.
Gavaldon asked about the AMAB Council liaison. Iverson replied it is Susan
Gutowsky who is also the liaison for the Transportation Board.
Chair Peyronnin noted there is no requirement for the Transportation Board to have a
liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission; however, the relationship between
the two is valuable.
Gavaldon stated the Planning and Zoning Commission liaison attends the
Commission’s work sessions on Friday afternoons once a month to learn about its
agenda topics and is provided a time to present a report to the Commission on
Transportation Board topics.
Chair Peyronnin noted several Board members could share the role as well. He
asked if there is any interest in participating in this role.
Finch and Alvarez expressed interest in potentially sharing the role.
b. Shift Your Ride TDM Program Presentation – Jeff Puckett
Jeff Puckett, Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Specialist, discussed his
background and work experience.
Puckett defined TDM as the implementation of strategies that offer competitive
alternatives to driving alone and as helping to reduce trips and improving traffic
without building more infrastructure. Puckett noted Fort Collins is a leader in many
areas related to transportation, including free bus fares, shared micro-mobility, and
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world-class bicycle infrastructure. He stated the Shift Your Ride program will be
focusing primarily on education and awareness and subsidies and incentives aiming
to bring people to services that people may not otherwise know about or have access
to.
Puckett discussed the history of TDM noting it came from the 1970’s oil crisis and its
sole idea was to promote public transportation, carpooling, and active modes of
transportation to help reduce demand at peak travel times. The current TDM
encompasses those ideas while also embracing a focus on equity and sustainability.
Puckett outlined the Shift Your Ride foundation which is built upon what already
exists and what the city values, including things like Our Climate Future, the Master
Transit Plan, and Vision Zero, resulting in three ideas: fostering environmental
sustainability, improving community health and safety, and enhancing mobility and
access. Puckett went on to outline the timeline for the production of the program ,
including existing conditions and goal setting, engaging stakeholders, identifying
challenges, and establishing program goals, and noted it is seen as a living document
that will evolve with time.
Dempsey noted peer cities were researched for best practices, and in this case,
Boulder, Minneapolis, Austin, and others were utilized.
Gavaldon suggested CSU should be more heavily considered as it contributes to the
Transfort budget. Puckett replied leadership from transportation and parking at CSU
were part of the tactical advisory committee that helped inform the strategy decisions.
Gavaldon suggested CSU athletics specifically also be involved to ensure Transfort
service covers those events.
Hart noted there are individuals on campus at CSU who serve on a committee for
doing this type of work.
Iverson noted CSU has its own version of this work plan that was created slightly
earlier than that of Fort Collins, and Fort Collins was part of that effort as well.
Puckett discussed the identification of the target audience noting the highest-ranking
priority was for residents facing systemic barriers, followed by employees across the
city, and all residents. He discussed the 47 strategies identified in the plan noting
they fall into short-term, long-term, phase three, and alternative groups.
Dempsey noted the scope of work is limited by the $150,000 annual budget ,
therefore it has become important to leverage other departments’ and external
partners’ efforts.
Gavaldon commented on the CSU fees that go toward funding Transfort and stated
students should be treated equally if Transfort is going to operate completely fare
free.
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Iverson noted discussions are ongoing between CSU and Transfort regarding
ensuring a fair and equitable model is in place.
Chair Peyronnin asked if Transfort receives funding from taxes. Iverson replied in the
affirmative.
Chair Peyronnin suggested the CSU students are paying in fees which is more of a
tax model than a fare model. Gavaldon replied students are paying fees and also
taxes on purchased good and services.
Burtis noted the overwhelming majority of ridership is students and that is where most
of the Transfort service is concentrated. It could be beneficial for the system to be
more equally distributed across the city if CSU is not going to be participating in
funding.
Alvarez stated there is more frequent Transfort service on the routes that serve
students and ultimately, if strong funding for bus routes does not exist, the entire
system will collapse.
Gavaldon reiterated the importance of equity for all riders.
Chair Peyronnin stated the existing system is equitable.
Dempsey noted there is a pause on the widespread fare free campaign until it is
known for sure if Council is going to approve a permanent fare free structure.
Puckett provided details on the short-term strategies, including the Van Go subsidy
trial program, a regional ride-matching platform, income-targeted E-bike access, and
adult education classes.
Burtis asked if there have been efforts to Google map safe routes. Iverson replied
staff could look into the issue. Hart stated Google maintains its own separate
database that different transportation authorities and bus agencies must update. He
stated there is a community-led trail mapping piece of Google as well, and data is
also pulled from Strava. He questioned whether Google includes any ‘safe routes’
information.
Alvarez stated community members can provide Google feedback and suggestions
on directions.
Gavaldon stated the Van Go program is effective, but expensive, and is only
successful with enough riders on the same schedule. Puckett replied that is where
opportunities exist with CSU.
Burtis asked about marketing and advertising for the program. Puckett replied much
of that work is in development; however, there will be less digital marketing and more
in-person work to coincide with the launch of the program.
Burtis suggested leveraging ad space on Transfort buses.
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Baker asked about the timeframe for short-term initiatives. Puckett replied short-term
is 2024-2025 and long-term is 2025-2030.
Puckett outlined the importance of TDM addressing bridging the gaps between where
we are and where we want to be.
Gavaldon asked about developer TDM requirements. Puckett replied the main point
is to ensure that as the community develops and grows, alignment with more than
just car dependency exists, including considering trail network access and
connectivity for transit or active transportation.
Nickoloff asked if there are plans for increased bike security and bike cages,
particularly given the E-bike subsidy program. Puckett replied the income-qualified
subsidy program includes education around security and maintenance and each bike
does come with a lock and helmet. He noted the bolstering of infrastructure falls less
with TDM and more with the Active Modes team. Additionally, Puckett noted some
users have felt free access to SPIN is more valuable than owning an E -bike.
Finch commented on the possibility of instituting a pedi-cab program in Old Town.
Iverson noted Fort Collins has had various pedi-cab vendors over the years.
Alvarez asked if a pedi-cab would be permitted on College Avenue. Iverson replied
bikes are not allowed on College south of Prospect, but they are allowed on College
through Old Town. Hart stated there are a couple pedi-cab vendors during the
summer months.
Puckett discussed the funding strategies for the short-term initiatives and the use of
the travel survey to measure the impact of this program as well as many of the other
FC Moves initiatives. Puckett also commented on the guaranteed ride home program
which will be part of the ride matching platform.
Puckett commented on the car free, car light campaign which highlights what comes
from living car free and car light in the community. He went on to discuss program
evaluation and the measurement of success of the program as well as the branding
of Shift Your Ride.
Puckett summarized that the plan aligns with foundational plans of the City, includes
short-term initiatives, long-term focus on promotion and engagement, and is dynamic
in nature. He noted the website will be coming in the near future and there will be
many in-person opportunities for engagement throughout the summer.
Felton asked if the City has considered how to limit essential trips to places such as
grocery stores or if there is a way to subsidize deliveries. Puckett replied Council has
priorities around the 15-minute city; however, subsidies around delivers have yet to
be considered.
Hart summarized the 15-minute city concept which provides for residents to walk,
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bike, or roll to their daily destinations within 15 minutes of their homes.
Chair Peyronnin suggested the marketing could be more explicit in calling out of the
value of this plan to affordable housing given that a decrease in car payments
automatically makes housing more affordable. Puckett replied TDM is supportive of
initiatives related to housing, it is more focused on mobility at this poin t.
c. Identify Topics of Interest over the Next Year
Chair Peyronnin suggested tabling the work plan discussion , but stated the Board
should discuss topics for the upcoming couple meetings.
Dempsey outlined some possible topics for upcoming meetings, including a
presentation from Forestry, the Front Range passenger rail, transportation and
sustainability tax funding, department tours, and Transfort’s Innovation Zones
Optimization and Action Plan.
Members discussed appropriate dates for various topics.
Gavaldon stated he would like the Board to hear a presentation on the Land Use
Code phase two updates, specifically as related to transportation.
8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
Burtis reported on bills related to parking regulation changes and the allotment of ADUs that
have been passed at the state level.
Alvarez noted she has asked about bike parking regulations and Iverson will be providing
information.
Finch reported on safety concerns about speed limits not being posted in construction
zones on Shields.
Felton reported on the timing of the Harmony Road closure coinciding with the CSU
graduation. Additionally, she reported on seeing a near miss accident at the Horsetooth
and Ziegler roundabout and suggested better signage. Gavaldon stated the City built the
roundabout too small and needs to be rebuilt. He noted development is going in on the
northeast corner of the intersection and it may be rebuilt with that project.
Nickoloff also reported on construction issues.
Gavaldon reported he has been working with Rachel Ruhlen on providing a parking box for
SPIN at the Museo de las Tres Colonias. He expressed concern about E-bike speeds on
the Power Trail.
Hart stated speed is a ridership and education issue, not a technology issue.
Gavaldon provided some slides regarding transportation and land use from the Planning
and Zoning Commission. He commented on the importance of a strong Transfort system
for the planned increased density.
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Finch suggested the possible use of digital speed monitoring signs along the trails.
Chair Peyronnin commented on there being an enforcement issue with trail speeds as well.
He questioned whether bike trails are under the purview of the Board. Iverson replied it is
transportation related; however, the trails themselves are run by the Parks Department.
Hart commented on the poorly planned timing of the construction on Harmony Road.
Iverson noted Harmony was formerly a state highway and it was turned over to the city a
number of years ago, and that included mainten ance money. This project spent the last of
those maintenance dollars. He noted there has been a great deal of negative feedback
about the construction project.
Baker reported on attending the Boards and Commissions training.
9. OTHER BUSINESS
a. City Council 6-Month Calendar Review
Dempsey stated she would send additional details on this topic via email, but noted
Council will be making a Bike Month proclamation, will be considering the 2050
climate and transportation tax funding item on Second Reading, advancing transit
initiatives, and the budget process at upcoming meetings.
b. Staff Liaison Report
Dempsey announced the upcoming Super Issues meeting and Bike to Work Day.
Gavaldon requested a visit from Council liaison Susan Gutowsky.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m. by unanimous consent.
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City Forester
Forestry Division
Kendra Boot
URBAN FOREST
Strategic Plan
06-12-2024
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Feedback Sought from the Board
•Do Board members support the general direction of the Urban Forest Strategic Plan effort?
•What feedback do Board members have regarding the draft Urban Forest Strategic Plan?
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WHY PLAN?
The Urban Forest Strategic Plan (UFSP) will serve
as a guiding document to:
•Summarize the state of the urban forest
•Create a 20-year vision for trees in Fort
Collins
•Set goals
•Recommend next steps
What do
we have?
What do
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How do
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How are
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WHAT DO WE HAVE?
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CANOPY PERCENT BY BLOCK GROUP
●Citywide: 13.7%
●City + GMA: 12.6%
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PUBLIC TREES BY SIZE/AGE
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(0-8")
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0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
Percent of Public Trees
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59,144 PUBLIC TREES
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●Trees are an integral part of Fort Collins
●People love trees on public property
●The City’s Forestry Division is viewed favorably
●Residents want resources for planting & tree care
on private property
●Concerns about development & trees
3 PUBLIC MEETINGS
●October 2023 & March 2024
●North & South Fort Collins
●160 participants
●8 different community events
1 COMMUNITY SURVEY
●September–December 2023
●971 respondents
●657 write-in comments
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SUMMARY
●Forestry Division provides a high level of service.
●The public tree inventory trends young.
●Forestry Division will need to plan for sustainable growth
to keep pace with the urban forest.
●Mixed public opinion about regulation of trees on private
property.
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WHAT DO WE WANT?
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What do we want?
Vision
Fort Collins will be home to a healthy and equitably distributed urban forest woven throughout the
built environment creating safer and cooler neighborhoods with increased climate resilience.
Trees in Fort Collins are recognized as a vital part of city infrastructure that provide health, social,
environmental and economic benefits for all present and future people who live, work, and visit Fort
Collins.
Future Challenges
•Equitable distribution of canopy
•Insect and Disease
•A changing climate
•Sixty percent (60%) “young” public urban forest
•Development/Redevelopment
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HOW DO WE GET THERE?
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1.Strategically invest in growing tree canopy where it will
promote resilience and quality of life in Fort Collins.
2.Create a tree planting plan.
3.Complete the shift to proactive management of Fort
Collins’ public trees.
4.Strengthen City policies to protect trees.
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5.Collect data to track changes to tree canopy over time
and to inform Forestry activities.
6.Sustainably grow the Forestry Division to keep pace with
growth of the urban forest.
7.Deepen engagement with the community about tree
stewardship.
8.Expand the network of Forestry Division partners.
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UFSP Project Timeline
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SUMMER
Project Launch
2024
FALL
Focus Group & Community
Engagement
Operations Review
WINTER
Develop and Present Draft
Recommendations
Community Engagement
SPRING
City Council Engagement
Budgeting
Board and Commission
Engagement
SUMMER
Develop and
Finalize Plan
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Feedback Sought from the Board
•Do Board members support the general direction of the Urban Forest Strategic Plan effort?
•What feedback do Board members have regarding the draft Urban Forest Strategic Plan?
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Thank you!
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Following slides are in the Board’s “Fort Collins UFSP Draft 1” document
Additional slides
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TREE CANOPY CHANGE 2011 –2021
●City Limits: +753 acres (+17.3%)
●City + GMA: +936 acres (+17.2%)
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TREE CANOPY AT BUS STOPS
●423 bus stops
●Canopy cover (no shelters): 21.2%
●Canopy change: -2.3%
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TREE CANOPY IN BIKE LANES
●267 miles
●Canopy cover: 9.5%
●Canopy change: +0.1%
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15,418 POTENTIAL NEW
CANOPY ACRES
●Classified from Very Low to Very
High priority
➢Social, Health and Environmental
●2,251 acres of High or Very High
priority
●Can help City plant trees for
outcomes
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59,144 PUBLIC TREES
●Two-thirds are street trees
Street Trees
38,362
Park Trees
9,749
City Facility
Golf Course
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Cemetery
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
TRANSFORT RECOVERY AND OPTIMIZATION PLAN
[buyer][Email]
I. OBJECTIVE, PURPOSE & BACKGROUND
A. Objective
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified firms (Professionals or Vendors)
to assist staff in the creation of a comprehensive plan to assess available resources and
determine the most optimal way to deliver transit service to the community with the intent to
return ridership to pre-COVID levels and implement new services as outlined in the Transit
Master Plan.
The successful Professional or team will be motivated to work with staff, citizens, and elected
officials on a multi-disciplinary planning effort and will have expertise in the following areas:
• Transit service development
• Transit service development software
• Transit agency funding and management
• Transit bus operator scheduling practices
• Transit agency operations
• COVID recovery
• Micro-transit and paratransit
• Fleet electrification
• Transit maintenance and facilities
• Transit staff recruitment and retention
• Experience in transit service implementation
• Equity and equitable public participation and communication
City staff will provide overall project management. The Professional will develop the plan,
collaborate with stakeholders, and provide focused specialized expertise, experience, and
production capacity.
The plan process is scheduled to occur over 12 months, starting in Q2 2024. A successful
team will have the opportunity to extend the contract to advise implementation into the future.
B. Purpose
The planning effort will be two-fold: 1) evaluate and acknowledge Transfort’s existing
resources and compare to national best practices, and 2) develop a five-to-10-year strategic
plan to optimize existing resources to implement priorities outlined in the Transit Master Plan
(TMP) and confirmed in this plan.
Financial Services
Purchasing Division
215 N. Mason St. 2nd Floor
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6775
970.221.6707
fcgov.com/purchasing
The TMP was adopted in 2019 and based on the success of the MAX Bus Rapid Transit
(BRT) route, the plan expands on corridor-based, high-frequency transit and includes a
vision for micro-transit and mobility hubs. In 2023, Transfort completed a fare and funding
study providing a detailed and updated overview of current funding and funding needs for
implementing 2040 recommendations in the TMP. The study included recommendations for
a fare-free system. Transfort is still currently fare-free as a continuation of COVID policies
however, it is still undecided whether Transfort will re-implement fares or remain fare-free in
the long term. Additionally, the study determined a ~$10 million funding shortfall to be able
to build out the recommendations in the TMP by 2040. Also, the citizens of Fort Collins
voted to assess a ¼ cent sales tax to expand and support transit beginning in 2024. These
plans, and a few subsidiary plans, will be instrumental in evaluating our movement forward
into the future.
Transfort service and ridership peaked in 2019 and have since been struggling to recover
from the COVID19 pandemic. A great deal of focus and energy has gone to bus operator
recruiting and retention. However, greater system issues such as resilient and sustainable
staffing practices, re-gaining community trust, and questions about existing service levels
and optimal service structure (given existing resources) have challenged recovery.
This planning effort will evaluate the current system and compare it against the future vision
and industry best practices. The effort will include community engagement to confirm the
vision in the TMP, discuss trade-offs, communicate about the tax initiative, focus on
removing access barriers (equitable transit), and prioritize improvements to the system. Plan
recommendations will be detailed with funding information and prioritized next steps while
being mindful of long-term goals.
C. Background
In 2019, Transfort was one of the few transit agencies in the country with growing ridership.
Because of the system’s success, the Transit Master Plan recommended doubling service
by 2040 primarily by increasing frequency and adding new technologies such as micro-
transit and mobility hubs. However, COVID had a dramatic impact on Transfort: reduced
ridership, service and staffing levels. In 2019, Transfort operated 23 fixed routes with 109
operators and 4.4M in ridership. The immediate impact of the pandemic was the total
suspension of 9 routes, frequency reductions in an additional 5 routes and a 75% drop in
ridership from the previous year. Since then, Transfort has gradually returned to 72% of
service and 50% of ridership from pre-pandemic levels as of late 2023. Like many agencies,
Transfort has also seen challenges in staffing, particularly in the area of retention and
recruitment. While no operators were laid off as a direct response to COVID, staffing levels
have declined in following years to as low as 72% of pre-pandemic levels due to a variety
and combination of factors common across the nation. Transfort has since implemented
mitigating efforts, including improved recruitment and training, re-evaluating pay levels,
increasing the total number of full-time classifications and improving work scheduling to
return the number of currently employed operators to 95. These changes to scheduling
practices offer more stable and consistent schedules to bus operators and result in the need
for more operators to be able to offer pre-pandemic service levels.
While the pandemic severely reduced Transfort’s service and ridership, planning
commenced. And, although none of the TMP has been implemented yet, plans have been
created for BRT on West Elizabeth, BRT-like service on North College, and both an
Innovation Zone (micro-transit) plan and a mobility hub plan are beginning in 2024. This
recovery and optimization plan effort will work closely with the other ongoing efforts to
ensure seamless implementation.
D. Study Administration
Seth Lorson, Senior Transportation Planner and Kaley Zeisel, Transfort Director will serve as
the City of Fort Collins co-project managers for the plan. The selected Professional will
confer/meet with the project managers regularly to review plan progress, present working
papers and study findings, manage public engagement, and solicit direction.
The process will be guided by a City of Fort Collins management team with representatives
from FC Moves’ Mobility Management Team and Transfort’s Compliance, Service
Development, Operations, and Administrative Teams. Updates will be provided regularly to
city leadership, boards and commissions, and City Council. Also advising the process and
material products will be two Working Groups: 1) Transfort conditions and procedures
(internal-facing), and 2) Transfort vision and growth (external-facing). The participants will be
made up of content experts and stakeholders in each field.
A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will be formed to review work and guide progress.
The TAC will consist of representatives from each of the working groups and external
stakeholders such as representatives from DARTAC (Dial-a-Ride and Transit Advisory
Committee), active modes advocates, environmental/sustainability advocates, equity
advocates, the business community, and city staff.
PROJECT TIMELINE
PHASES Months
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
I. Work Plan and Kick-Off
II. Best Practices and
Recovery Successes
III. Background and Current
Conditions
IV. Vision and Prioritization
Engagement
V. Scenarios and Trade-
Offs
VI. Recommendations and
Engagement
II. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL
A. Scope of Work and Deliverables
Phase I – Project Work Plan and Kick-Off
The first phase will be to develop and refine a work plan and public involvement plan to guide
this plan effort. The public involvement plan is vital to the success of the project and will need to
remain fluid throughout the process to ensure thoughtful community engagement. Each task
below should include, at a minimum, the following:
Task 1: Detailed Work Plan
The work plan will serve as a guide to the planning process but must remain flexible as
all needs in a project like this cannot be fully anticipated. Any changes to the work plan
will be discussed between the selected Professional and City staff. Creation of the initial
work plan will include a comprehensive meeting with the chosen Professional and the
city management team. The work plan should include, at a minimum, the following:
• Identify project goals and objectives
• Refine scope of work with detailed tasks and levels of detail
• Detailed schedule identifying key milestones and deliverables for each task
• Staffing plan which identifies Professional and City staff roles
Task 2: Public Involvement Plan (PIP)
The Fort Collins community recently voted to dedicate a ¼ cent sales tax to support and
grow the transit system and the vision for this investment will be discussed. Confirming
the goals and objectives in the Transit Master Plan, discussing trade-offs, prioritization of
improvements, and identifying processes for route development will inform the plan’s
recommendations. The PIP will include, at a minimum, the following:
• Stakeholder identification, including but not limited to:
o Transit-dependent populations
o Transit/Active Modes/Sustainability advocates
o Business representatives
o City boards and commissions
o Community at-large
o Underserved community members
• Equity – goal statement to engage and plan for an equitable project with means
and methods for achieving said goal. Goal statement related to equitable
engagement outreach and engagement with means and methods that results in
equitable outcomes.
• Establish a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
• Public Involvement Plan Objectives:
o Explain project goals, scope, process, and purpose
o Provide information about current conditions, challenges, and TMP goals
o Confirm TMP goals, gather feedback on scenarios and trade-offs, and
prioritize system growth by identifying criteria for system development
decisions
o Disseminate recommendations
• Engagement timeline
o Engagement strategy for each phase: from general information about the
process to active engagement with the community and targeted
stakeholders
o City Council presentations
o City boards and commissions presentations
o Community groups
• Identify methods for community involvement and strategies for use:
o In-person meetings and materials
o Virtual meetings and materials
o Online engagement and feedback mechanisms
o Social media advertising and information
o Physical hand-outs and boards for events
Task 3: Kick-Off Meeting
The kick-off meeting will consist of a combination of Management Team members, TAC
members, and stakeholders. The work plan and public involvement plan will be
presented and strategies confirmed with the group.
Deliverables:
• Public Involvement Plan (PIP)
• Detailed Scope of Work and Timeline
• Kick-Off Meeting with notes and necessary revisions to Work Plan and PIP
Phase II – Best Practices and Recovery Successes
Every transit agency in the country lost ridership and experienced challenges during the
pandemic. This phase will provide information about similar-sized transit agencies in peer
communities (college towns with similar demographics) that have successfully recovered, other
strategies to bring back service, and examples of successful system transitions to implement
planned changes.
Task 1: Identify transit agencies who have successfully recovered from the pandemic
and illustrate best practices with service development
Once the transit agencies have been identified, thorough information shall be collected
including but not limited to the following:
• Agency characteristics
o Services provided:
Fixed route
Micro-transit
BRT/high-frequency
o Service development system
Software evaluation with an eye toward efficiency and agility for
change.
• Internal software for route modeling and evaluation
• External software for online and mobile device users
Process for introducing or removing a new transit route.
• Public process
• Internal process
• Criteria for decision-making
Collaboration with long-range planning
• Processes
o Bus operators
Turnover and retention
Recruitment
o Staff
Staff to service hour ratio
Organizational structure
o Dispatch and scheduling
Processes related to service development
• Ridership characteristics
• Introduction of new services (implementing plans)
o Transition from coverage to productive
o Micro-transit
• Recovery-specific actions taken
o Lessons learned
Interviews with agency representatives
Deliverables:
• Best practices and recovery report
Phase III – Background and Current Conditions
This phase will provide a complete understanding of all the existing challenges with returning to
service, bringing back ridership, and resource limitations. It will also include a review of
Transfort’s service development processes, intra- and inter-departmental collaboration, and an
updated funding picture.
Task 1: Agency review 2019-2024
This task will review data and conduct several interviews with staff that will be identified
in Phase 1. The agency review will provide detailed information on, at a minimum, the
following:
• Transit service characteristics
o Ridership
o Routes
o Bus operators
• Administration and staffing
o Service development
Review and assess existing service development process:
• Timeline
• Public process
• Internal process
• Criteria for decision-making
Software evaluation with an eye toward efficiency and agility for
change.
• Internal software for route modeling and evaluation
• External software for online and mobile device users
Federal compliance requirements
o Dispatch and scheduling
Processes and best practices for desirable bus operator
scheduling
o Review staffing levels
Staff to service hour ratios and formula for future service
expansions
• Funding
o 2023 Transit Funding Study
Summary of existing resources including budget, fleet size,
available facilities, staffing levels
o 2050 ¼ cent sales tax initiative
Integrate into funding study summary for future revenue
• Transfort recovery efforts
o Successes
o Challenges
• Summarize relevant sections of plans guiding Transfort priorities
o City Plan (2019)
o Transit Master Plan (2019)
o North College MAX Plan (2023)
o West Elizabeth BRT Corridor Plan (2023)
o Zero Emission Bus Transition Plan (2022)
o Micro-transit Plan (in-progress)
o TMF Needs Assessment (in-progress)
o 15-Minute City Analysis
o Equity Plan
• Progress on, and roadblocks to, implementing existing plans
Task 2: Compare and contrast best practices learned in Phase II to Transfort’s current
condition
The analysis should include, at a minimum, the following:
• Service characteristics
• Staff and administration
• Processes
• Technology
• Funding
• Recovery and change
Task 3: Identify preliminary recommendations for Transfort based on analysis in Task 2
Deliverables:
• A summary of Transfort in 2024
o Detailed appendix
o Comparison with best practices
• Preliminary recommendations for recovery that can be achieved with existing resources
Phase IV – Vision and Prioritization Engagement
Phase five will be a highly engaging phase where the project team will walk community
members and stakeholders through the current conditions, existing plans, and vision for growth.
Engagement with the community and stakeholders will be outlined in the Public Involvement
Plan (PIP) as determined in Phase 1.
Task 1: Create material to present and engage with the community and stakeholders:
Vision for Transfort
Material should engage the community in an equitable and convenient way. It shall
include but not be limited to in-person presentations with feedback mechanisms, online
presentations with feedback mechanisms, social media engagement, and physical
material such as handouts and boards. Key engagement documents should be
translated into Spanish and any in-person presentations shall include plan for language
interpretation for participants who have Limited English Proficiency. Topics included in
the material will be as follows:
• TMP principles: Confirm direction from the Transit Master Plan
o High-frequency corridor-based transit
o Innovation Zones (microtransit)
o Mobility Hubs (multi-modal connections)
• Other transit plans contributing to the following priorities:
o West Elizabeth
o North College
o Electrification
o Micro-transit
o Facilities
• Current conditions and preliminary recommendations for recovery
o Summarize Phase III
• Scenarios and trade-offs
o Summarize Phase IV
• Service development process for introducing new or removing old routes to detail
out the following for discussion:
o Analysis and preliminary recommendations
o Creating criteria for decision-making. This portion will be to introduce the
following criteria and understand community needs for service
development:
• Ridership (getting people out of cars – environmental benefits)
• Equity (providing convenient transportation access for traditionally
underserved communities)
• Stewardship (wisely using community resources and implement-
ability)
• Existing plans (pre-community vetted direction for next steps)
o Engagement and transparency
Task 2: Engage community and stakeholders as outlined in the PIP
This task will include, at a minimum, the following elements:
• Create a website or equivalent online homebase for the effort (this task will be
completed in Phase I)
• Advertise for engagement events and online opportunities for feedback
• Present material and garner feedback at events, meetings, and City boards and
commissions
• Provide a feedback loop for questions and responses
• Create an FAQ document to post online
• Post online background material from past projects in initial phases
Task 3: Summarize all feedback
Summary should be created to be public-facing with the following characteristics:
• Graphically engaging
• Easy to understand
• Clear direction
• Spanish-language version
Deliverables:
• Material for engagement
• Summary of feedback
Phase V – Scenarios and Trade-Offs
Based on priorities identified in Phase IV, this phase will create scenarios for system growth
along a spectrum of aggressive to cautious. Each scenario will detail specific routes to grow or
increase in frequency and illustrate the trade-offs necessary due to constrained resources.
Task 1: Scenario creation
Each scenario, ranging from aggressive to cautious, will propose a 10-year growth
trajectory based on the priorities identified by the community and the TMP principles of
high-frequency transit (increased transit riders), Innovation Zones (equity for those
unable to easily access a high-frequency route), and Mobility Hubs (providing
connections between various travel modes). Each scenario will include the following
elements:
• TMP principles:
o High-frequency corridor-based transit
Specific corridors and routes to be served by high-frequency
Improvements such as new bus stops/stations, guideways, queue
jump lanes, Bus Access Transit (BAT) lanes,
o Innovation Zones (micro-transit)
Possible addition of micro-transit to certain areas of town
Collaborate with the current Innovation Zone Plan
o Mobility Hubs (multi-modal connections)
Targeted mobility hubs to compliment new services of high-
frequency transit and micro-transit
Size and amenities included in each
• 2050 sales tax alignment and ROI narrative
• Staffing needs to support each scenario
• Facility needs including but not limited to:
o Rolling stock
o Maintenance and storage (new transit maintenance facility?)
o Electric vehicle charging
• Phased approach to improvements over 10 years with the following information:
o Trade-offs for each scenario to include:
Alterations in service to provide new services. All scenarios
proposed shall include:
• Route frequency
• Route span
Fiscal constraints and alternatives:
• Based on the Funding Study and updates for the tax
initiative
• Limit physical improvements but focus on increased
frequency
• Limit physical improvements and service improvements
and focus on internal infrastructure and resources
• Return on investment (ROI)
Outline basic principles for decision making beginning with the
following:
• Ridership (getting people out of cars – environmental
benefits)
• Equity (providing convenient transportation access for
traditionally underserved communities)
• Stewardship (wisely using community resources)
o Pros and cons for each scenario considering:
Principles for decision-making
Fiscal constraints and ROI
Trade-offs
Task 2: Create outreach materials for presenting and discussing the scenarios
Specific outreach materials will be outlined in the PIP.
Task 3: Test scenarios with Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
Create a succinct presentation outlining the various scenarios and trade-offs. Present to
and engage with the TAC. Garner feedback and revise accordingly prior to public
outreach.
Deliverables:
• Detailed scenario development document
• Public outreach material including presentation, online survey tools, and feedback
mechanisms
Phase VI – Recommendations and Engagement
Drawing from the first five phases, recommendations will be precise and detailed. These
recommendations will forge a clear roadmap forward for recovery and growth of Transfort.
Feedback from Phase IV & VI shall clearly inform the final recommendations. The final
recommendations shall be implementable without additional resources unidentified throughout
this process.
Task 1: Create engagement material to present scenarios and recommendations
Material will outline information to date in similar form to those created in Phase IV.
Recommendations should follow a logical process order of factual information, goals and
priorities, feedback, and revisions.
Task 2: Engage with same community and stakeholders as in Phase IV
Engagement in this phase will be to follow-up with those engaged in Phase IV. This
engagement will present an overview of scenarios and methods for determining
recommendations. It will present recommendations which clearly outline a process for
improvement and growing Transfort Service. It will show the full plan process, feedback
from engagement, and incorporation of feedback into final recommendations. This round
of engagement will be conducted as outlined in the PIP.
Task 3: Final recommendations
The final recommendations document will provide clear and concise direction for
Transfort to recover and grow over the next 10 years. The final recommendations will
include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Transit service growth
• Staff needed to implement and operate service recommendations
• Sustainable schedules for bus operators
• Investment in rolling stock, facilities, and infrastructure
• Service development procedures to increase efficiency, agility, and transparency
• Resilience to avoid future pitfalls
Deliverables:
• Summary of feedback
• Final Recovery, Optimization, and Action Plan
SUMMARY OF DELIVERABLES
Phase Deliverable
I. Work Plan and Kick-Off
• Public Involvement Plan (PIP)
• Detailed Scope of Work and Timeline
• Kick-Off Meeting with notes and necessary
revisions to Work Plan and PIP
II. Best Practices and Recovery
Successes • Best practices and recovery report
III. Background and Current
Conditions
• A succinct summary of Transfort in 2024
• Detailed appendix
• Comparison with best practices
• Preliminary recommendations for recovery
IV. Vision and Prioritization
Engagement
• Material for engagement
• Summary of feedback
V. Scenarios and Trade-Offs
• Detailed scenario development document
• Public outreach material including
presentation, online survey tools, and
feedback mechanisms
VI. Recommendations and
Engagement
• Summary of feedback
• Final Recovery, Optimization, and Action
Plan
Transportation Board and Active Modes Advisory Board Duties
TBoard Duties (Transportation Board - City of
Fort Collins (fcgov.com))
AMAB Duties (Active Modes Advisory Board -
City of Fort Collins (fcgov.com))
The Transportation Board advises the Fort
Collins City Council on transportation
issues. The Board examines issues relating
to financing, the development and
implementation of master plans pertaining
to pedestrian, streets, transit, bicycles,
automobiles, congestion, traffic
signalization, and transportation facilities,
the use of technology, and education of the
public and private industry on
transportation topics.
The Board acts as a forum for the citizens
to express their needs and concerns. The
Board coordinates with other city boards
and commissions on projects and issues
that are of mutual interest. The
Transportation Board works with other
municipalities in the region to identify and
develop solutions to key transportation
issues.
• Advise the City Council and City
staff on all matters pertaining to
active modes of transportation.
• Advise and make recommendations
to City staff and the City Council
concerning the expenditure of City
funds for active modes of
transportation.
• To aid and guide the development of
City-wide active modes plans,
programs,
policies, and infrastructure.
• To periodically coordinate its work
with the Transportation Board, to
support the City’s efforts to create a
balanced transportation network.
This coordination is intended to
provide an integrated review of
transportation issues.
• To promote public use of active
modes and public education on
City-wide active modes issues.
• To be aware of, and coordinate with,
the various other City boards,
commissions and authorities, City
departments, and other
organizations and entities whose
actions may affect active modes of
transportation in the community.
Active Modes Advisory
Board and the
Transportation Board
06-12-2024
Lauren Nagle
Staff Liaison to the Active Modes
Advisory Board
2Ordinance 118, Sec. 2-101.5 Establishing the AMAB
TBOARD
Other Boards
3Ordinance 118, Sec. 2-101.5 Establishing the AMAB
TBOARD
Other Boards
The ordinance was written so that no one entity will
have a guaranteed representative on the Board.
This is because the AMAB is meant to be equal in
structure and composition to other Type 1 advisory
boards without the requirement of another Board’s
approval (i.e. it is not meant to be like the BAC).
This means that there is no requirement for a
TBOARD liaison written into the code like there was
for the BAC, and it is up to the AMAB to decide if they
want a TBOARD liaison present.
Meeting Dates/Times: 3rd Monday of the month, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Nine members: 7 are new, 2 were also on the Bicycle Advisory Committee.
Council Representative: Emily Francis
Staff Liaison: Lauren Nagle
The AMAB is in the process of figuring out how to interact with each other, and how to conduct
the formal processes of a Board.
The AMAB does not have a workplan and will not be able to make one until the fall, at the same
time as all the other Boards. This is because the AMAB was started out of sync with the workplan
schedule.
4Active Modes Advisory Board
Board Status
The AMAB does not know if they would like a TBOARD liaison or not at this point. At the next
meeting (June 17th) the AMAB will be discussing their perspectives on interacting with all Boards,
including the TBOARD.
For now, a member of the TBOARD is welcome to come participate as a member of the public
and can only speak during public comment period due to the rules around Boards.
If it is decided that a representative is needed from the TBOARD, and that the TBOARD wants a
representative from the AMAB to attend their meetings, a standing invite can be created on the
agenda to make it so the respective members can talk at times outside of the public comment
period to give an update on their respective Board’s work.
5Active Modes Advisory Board
Liaison Status Now
The course of action that will be suggested by the Chair and Vice Chair at the June meeting will
be that the AMAB will continue to do groundwork to get oriented to their role and capacity.
It will be suggested that Board members show up as members of the public for both TBOARD
and AMAB. Then, once it is time to consider a workplan in the fall, the AMAB will review their
stance on a TBOARD representative and make changes, if needed.
The AMAB will then discuss the suggestions and also decide if the Liaison role is how they want
to periodically coordinate with the TBOARD.
Reminder: the agendas and minutes for both Boards are available online for review and can be
used to stay up to date with the work of each Board. You will be added to the AMAB distribution
list for the June meeting packet, and for each month after that. Due to Colorado Open Meetings
Law, you are not allowed to reply to anyone but Lauren or Melina about the materials.
6Active Modes Advisory Board
Liaison Decision
For Questions or Comments, Please Contact:
THANK YOU!
Lauren Nagle, Staff Liaison to the Active Modes Advisory Board
lnagle@fcgov.com
4/30/2024 Agenda Page 1
Active Modes Advisory Board Meeting
SUMMARY AGENDA
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 6:00 PM
Online via Zoom or in Person at 281 N. College Avenue
This hybrid Active Modes Advisory Board meeting will be conducted in person at 281 N
College Ave, 1st floor conference rooms or you may join on-line 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 Meeting ID: 867 2891 9681,
Passcode 569578. 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 867 2891 9681; Passcode 569578. 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 Active Modes Advisory Board for its consideration must be emailed to
lnagle@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 lnagle@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 Active Modes Advisory Board.
4/30/2024 Agenda Page 2
Active Modes Advisory Board Meeting
SUMMARY AGENDA
Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 6:00 PM
Online via Zoom or in Person at 281 N. College Avenue
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
5. NO MINUTES TO APPROVE: APPROVAL OF MINUTES PROCESS
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Introductions (30 minutes)
b. Guiding principles development (20 minutes)
c. Chair and Vice Chair elections (25 minutes)
d. Planning, Development and Transportation overview (Lauren Nagle, 10 minutes)
e. Bicycle Advisory Committee workplan discussion (10 minutes)
8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
9. OTHER BUSINESS
a. Staff Liaison Report: Memo of support for Active Transportation
Improvement Investment Program
10. ADJOURNMENT
Active Modes Advisory
Board Meeting #1
04-30-2024
Lauren Nagle
Active Modes Advisory Board
Staff Liaison
Active Modes Specialist
FC Moves
Let’s start to get to know each other.
Optional questions to answer:
1.Who are you?
2.What are your pronouns?
3.What brings you to the Active Modes
Advisory Board?
4.What is your active transportation story?
5.Anything else you want us to know?
2
Introductions
Let’s start to get to know each other.
Let’s pick a framework, built on respect, that
can be used in decision-making and group
management.
Options
1.Pick a set of group norms.
2.Go over logistics: motions, seconding,
quorum, staying on task and on time.
3.Other ideas?
Where do you want to start?
3
Guiding Principles
Let’s pick a framework.
4
Chair and Vice-Chair Elections
Let’s pick a Chair and Vice-Chair.
Let’s pick who will occupy these roles.
Options
1.Those who want to be considered can
take a few minutes to talk about why they
should be the choice.
2.Votes cast anonymously via piece of
paper.
3.Rounds if needed.
4.Other ideas?
Where do you want to start?
5
Chair and Vice-Chair Elections
Let’s pick a Chair and Vice-Chair.
Let’s talk about who does what at the City.
PDT is not Parks.
Parks manages our trails. FCM does trail
education and coordinates closely with Parks
on planning efforts.
6
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Engineering
Development review
Development inspection
Large capital projects
Transportation Capital Expansion Fee
program
Railroad maintenance program
Pedestrian improvement program
City bridge program
Arterial intersection program
Construction permitting
Surveying
PDT asset management
7
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Traffic Operations
Traffic signals
Traffic engineering & analysis
Signs and pavement markings
Work area traffic control
8
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Transfort
Local fixed routes ( 22)
1 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
Dial-A-Ride service
1 regional route
3 transit centers
1 maintenance facility
140 employees
9
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Parking Services
Downtown parking
On street parking spaces (3,200)
4 surface lots (300 spaces)
3 parking structures (1,438 spaces)
Residential Parking
12 Residential Parking Permit
Program (RP3) Zones
10
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Streets
Streets Maintenance Program (SMP)
Streets resurfacing and
reconstruction
Concrete replacement and repairs
Sidewalk trip hazards
Potholes, asphalt patching
Road shoulder & unpaved road maintenance
Street sweeping
Traffic control
Snow & ice removal
Crushing & recycling operations
Composting, Mowing
Alley maintenance
Graffiti abatement
Adopt-a-Street Program
11
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Community Development & Neighborhood
Services (CDNS)
Administrative services
Commission support
Open Records requests
Building services
Building codes & regulations
Contractor licensing
Permits
City planning
Land Use Code
Zoning
Neighborhood Services
Code Compliance
Development review
Historic Preservation
12
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
FC Moves
Active modes
Safe Routes to School
Outreach/education
Transportation planning
13
Planning, Development and
Transportation Overview
Let’s get a PDT overview.
Let’s decide if and how you will use this.
Options
1.Use this to plan out the next few months
until you can make your own workplan.
2.Use this as a resource when making your
own workplan.
3.Focus on getting familiar with your role
and each other before making your own
workplan.
4.Other ideas?
Where do you want to start?
14
BAC Workplan
Let’s decide where you will go from here.
Memo of support for Active Transportation
Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP)
General Info
1.This is an example of a typical request
you will get from staff.
2.You aren't being tasked with deciding if it
should be done.
3.Using input collected from you, and other
sources, staff determine what projects will
be competitive for funding opportunities.
ATIIP Info
1.Selection criteria include evidence of
community support.
2.Federal grant program to fund safe and
connected active transportation facilities.
15
Staff Liaison Report
Staff Liaison Report
5/20/2024 Agenda Page 1
Active Modes Advisory Board Meeting
SUMMARY AGENDA
Monday, May 20, 2024, 6:00 PM
Online via Zoom or in Person at 281 N. College Avenue
This hybrid Active Modes Advisory Board meeting will be conducted in person at 281 N
College Ave, 1st floor conference rooms or you may join on-line 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 Meeting ID: 867 2891 9681,
Passcode 569578. 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 867 2891 9681; Passcode 569578. 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 Active Modes Advisory Board for its consideration must be emailed to
lnagle@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 lnagle@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 Active Modes Advisory Board.
5/20/2024 Agenda Page 2
Active Modes Advisory Board Meeting
SUMMARY AGENDA
Monday, May 20, 2024, 6:00 PM
Online via Zoom or in Person at 281 N. College Avenue
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. AGENDA REVIEW
4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES PROCESS
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Active Modes Plan overview & discussion (Cortney Geary | 60 min)
b. Strategic Trails Plan community working group recruitment (Lauren Nagle | 15 min)
c. Initial BAC Work Plan review & discussion (Lauren Nagle | 30 min)
8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
9. OTHER BUSINESS
a. Staff Liaison Report: Transportation Board liaison, easy fun active modes event
ideas
10. ADJOURNMENT
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Active Modes Plan
5/15/2024
Cortney Geary
Active Modes Manager
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Background
Implementation progress
15-minute city Council priority
Letter of support request
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Vision
Active transportation is an integral part of daily life and the
local cultural experience. Fort Collins is a place where
walking, bicycling, and using other active modes are safe,
accessible, convenient, joyful, and desired by people of all
ages and abilities.
Goals
50% active modes share of all trips by 2032
Eliminate active modes fatalities and serious injuries by
2032, in support of Vision Zero
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Big Moves & Next Moves
Complete and Connected Network
Provide direct connections
Fill network gaps
Comprehensive Access to Destinations
Upgrade facilities to meet ADA standards
Repair sidewalks and bikeways
Reevaluate snow removal procedures
Safe and Comfortable Travel
Support Vision Zero implementation
Increase street lighting (that is Dark Sky compliant)
A Healthy and Equitable Community
Increase diverse community
involvement
Improve network equity
A Supportive and Inclusive Culture
Coordinate with Shift Your Ride
Build active modes awareness
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Policy & Program Recommendations
1.Prioritizing active modes
transportation hierarchy
funding allocation
2.Updating land use policies to support
active modes
15-minute communities
development practices
parking policies
3.Aligning standards with active mode goals
Larimer County Urban Area Street
Standards
Multimodal Levels of Service framework
maintenance/asset management
4.Expanding and creating programs that
support active modes
Safe Routes to School
Shift Your Ride travel options
Engaging communities authentically around
active modes
5.Equitable engagement with historically
underserved groups
Open Streets and asphalt art
Increase visibility and importance of walking
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Shift Your Ride neighborhood
program
City employee walking
program
Asphalt art program
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Update street design standards •Operationalize active modes maintenance
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Miles of bike facilities = 144
Spot improvements = 165
Total cost estimate = $158.7 million
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Infrastructure Implementation
Laporte Corridor Project
Fishback to Sunset
Sidewalks and raised separated bike
lanes
Grants: CDOT TAP, MMOF, and
RMS
Construction: 2024
Laporte Ave.
Fishback to Wood
Buffered bike lanes
Seeking 2050 tax funding
Construction: 2024
Canyon/Magnolia/Sherwood
Asphalt art curb extensions
Grant: Bloomberg
Construction: 2024
Centre Ave.
Street Maintenance Program
Centre Dr. to Worthington Cir.
Separated bike lanes
Grant: Safe Streets/Roads for All
Rolland Moore & Spring Creek Trl.
Median refuge islands
Seeking 2050 tax
Construction: 2024
Zach Elem. crossings
Kechter /Jupiter – convert to full signal
Kechter/Cinquefoil – RRFB &
median refuge island
Grant: CDOT Safe Routes to School
Construction: ~2024
William Neal/Ziegler
Pedestrian hybrid beacon
Grant: MPO TAP
Construction: ~2025
Prospect Rd/Prospect Ln
Pedestrian hybrid beacon
Grant: CDOT HSIP
Construction: ~2025
CDOT HSIP Rectangular Rapid
Flashing Beacons (RRFB)
Laporte/Impala (2024)
Sharp Point/March Ct. (~2025)
Lake St./Aggie Trail (~2025)
Kechter /Old Mill (~2025)
Elizabeth/Overland Trail
Protected roundabout
Grant: RAISE
Construction: ~2025 - 2026
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Laporte Projects
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Canyon / Magnolia / Sherwood
Draft curb extension design
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Centre Ave. Area Transportation Improvements
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Zach Elementary Crossings
Kechter/Jupiter
Convert to full signal
Kecther/Cinquefoil
RRFB
median refuge island
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Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons
William Neal/Ziegler Prospect Rd/Prospect Ln
Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon
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Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons
Sharp Point Drive / March Court
Lake Street / Aggie Trail
Laporte Avenue / Impala Drive
Kechter Road / Old Mill Road
Rectangular Rapid
Flashing Beacon
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16Draftdesign
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Vision
Fort Collins is a “15-minute city” where
every resident can walk, bike, or roll
within 15 minutes of their home to their
daily needs and services.
2024 – 2026 Council priorities
Advance a 15-minute city by igniting
neighborhood centers
Advance a 15-minute city by
accelerating our shift to active modes
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Interest in more easy, fun events
promoting active modes
What ideas does AMAB have for easy,
fun events that could encourage a shift
to active modes?
How can we spread the word about
these events effectively?
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Active Transportation Infrastructure
Investment Program
Planning and design grant
Focused on creating safe and
connected active transportation
networks and spines
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Questions?
Cortney Geary | Active Modes Manager | cgeary @fcgov.com
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May 20, 2024
As the Chair of the City of Fort Collins Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB), I am providing this letter of
support from the AMAB for the 2024 Active Transportation Investment Infrastructure Program (ATIIP)
planning and design grant application being submitted by the City of Fort Collins, Colorado. The
requested grant funding under the new ATIIP program will support planning and preconstruction
activities for future implementation to connect the North College community with Fort Collins’ bicycle
and pedestrian networks.
The largely Hispanic/Latino North College community includes Hispanic businesses, mobile home
communities, social services providers, and it is economically disadvantaged. Fort Collins has achieved
Platinum level Bicycle Friendly Community, the highest designation awarded by the League of American
Bicyclists, due to a rich trail network and state of the art on-street bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Still,
there are barriers that prevent those that live in the North College Community from accessing schools,
businesses, and Fort Collins’ bicycle and pedestrian networks. Barriers include US Highway 287 (College
Ave), the Union Pacific railway, the Larimer and Weld Canal, and the Cache la Poudre River.
This grant would allow the City to develop preliminary designs to connect the North College community
with the input and coordination of all the major stakeholders, including AMAB. 5. We acknowledge that
it will take a concerted effort from all sectors of our diverse community to achieve zero active modes
fatalities and serious injuries and 50% active mode share. We are committed to sharing resources,
knowledge, and support to meet these important goals.
The AMAB respectively requests that the U.S. Department of Transportation consider the City’s proposal
under the 2024 ATIIP grant program.
Sincerely,
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May 20, 2024
Active Modes Advisory Board
Strategic Trails Plan
UPDATE
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1.PROJECT SCOPE AND SCHEDULE
2.PLAN LEADERSHIP
3.COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLAN
4.OUR CITY WEBPAGE
a.Visual Brand and Theme
b.Questionnaire
c.Interactive Map
d.“History of FC Trails” StoryMap
e.Result of April 15 Open House Event
5.NORTHERN COLORADO TRAILS SUMMIT
6.NEXT STEPS
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1.Vision & Needs (March – May)
Assessing community needs (Phase I community engagement)
Plan congruence
Inventory & maintenance assessment
Gaps & future trails
2.Proposed Connections & Policies (June – October)
Community reactions to proposed new connections & trail experience
enhancements (Phase II – community engagement)
Gaps and future trails (cont.)
Level of Service
Irrigation Ditch Compatibility
Development Review – Code Refinements
Design and Construction Standards
Safety, Mobility, and Accessibility
Funding & Implementation
3.Draft Plan & Recommendations (October – March 25’)
Public review, incorporate input (Phase III community engagement)
Prepare final plan
Council adoption (March 2025)
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Plan Leadership: Community Working Group, Boards & Council
Community Working Group
Sounding board for ideas and recommendations, identify
gaps and priorities, review proposed routes, and policies
At-large representation
CSU students and staff
Chicas en Bicicletas
PRAB & AMAB representatives
AMAB represented needed!
Larimer County Natural Resources
North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization
City Boards
Review and advise project team on concepts, policies, and
plan recommendations
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Active Modes Advisory Board
Disability Advisory Board
Land Conservation Stewardship Board
City Council
Review and provide direction to project team on concepts,
policies, and plan recommendations.
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Community Driven (Plan Leadership)
Community Working Group
City Boards
City Council
Reaching Underrepresented Communities
Three phases of engagement
coincides with phases of project)
Phase I – Vision and Needs
Phase II – Proposed Connections & Policies
Phase II – Draft Plan
Web-based & In-person engagement opportunities
Schedule
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Background & purpose
Goals
Shaped by Community Working
Group)
Plan Focus Areas
Timeline of Key Events
Link to Questionnaire
Link to Interactive Map
Link to “History of Trails” StoryMap
As of April 17:
1,900 total visits, with 643 visitors
engaging with the project.
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Questionnaire
Purpose (closed May 1)
Gauge community satisfaction,
attitudes, and perceptions
Identify barriers to trail use
Understand mode type and frequency
of use
Understand what factors may increase
trail use
As of April 17:
650 responses
Questions:
1.What are your top motivations for using the paved
trails in Fort Collins
2.If you have not used the paved trails, why not?
3.How do you travel to access the paved trails?
4.What is your primary activity when using the
paved trails?
5.Which trails do you use the most?
6.What factors would increase your use of the
paved trails?
7.What suggestions would you offer the city to better
balance the needs of various types of trail users?
8.With an understanding that certain locations will
remain protected for their natural and cultural
resources, are there areas of the city (including
parks) where trail connections are missing that
you think would be valuable?
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First of three map phases
Closed May 1
Location-based public commenting on:
Safety
Personal security
New trail connections
Trail amenities
Maintenance
Other observations
Total Interactions:
348 individual comments/pins
w/158 replies,
1,053 "likes"
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StoryMap
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Northern Colorado Trails Summit (Public Meeting #3)
SAVE THE DATE!
Thursday, September 26
4:30-8:00 pm
The Agave Room
Exhibit” Hall & Networking (4:30-6:00pm)
Private Sector Partners/Vendors
Non-profit Organizations
Related University Departments
Related City Departments/Projects
Regional Presentations (6:00-7:00pm)
Three 10 to 20-minute presentations with Q&A
Keynote Speaker (7:00-8:00)
Chuck Flink,The Greenway Imperative
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DATE & TIME: April 15, 5:00-7:00 pm
LOCATION: Northside Aztlan Community Center, Eagle
Rooms
Purpose:
Introduce the community to project goals & objectives
Gauge community needs, preferences, challenges, and
satisfaction with paved trails
Identify gaps and potential new trail connections
Engagement Tracking: Where do you live? Map with City
Council districts
Informational & Interactive stations
Write-in activities
Giant floor map: opportunities, challenges, new
connections
Public Participation Level – Medium
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Synthesize public input collected through May 1
Share information gleaned in Phase I
Seek community reaction to proposed new connections & trail
experience enhancements
Web-based:
Interactive Map: Proposed connections, opportunities for
improvement
In-Person:
CWG meeting -*AMAB represented needed!
Public meeting
NoCo Trails Summit
Focused stakeholder/neighborhood meetings
Review results of tasks and other policies in development
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Questions?
Taylor Broyhill, AICP
Project Manager
Logan Simpson,Inc.
tbroyhill@logansimpson.com
Rachel Eich
Community Engagement Lead
Park Planning & Development
Parks Department
reich@fcgov.com
Dave “DK" Kemp
Senior Trails Planner
Park Planning & Development
Parks Department
dk@fcgov.com
DRAFTActiveModesAdvisoryBoard
2024 Work Plan Draft Recommendations
Purpose
The purpose of the Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB)is to address issues related to active modes of
transportation and to seek guidance from active modes-focused stakeholders to achieve the City’s
climate,mode shift,safety,and equity goals.Active modes of transportation include walking,biking,
micro-mobility (such as scooters and skateboards),and wheelchair use.Active modes may also include
human-powered and small electric devices.
Objectives
1.Work Plan Development:Update and finalize 2024 draft work plan.
a.Conduct annual review of AMAB Work Plan,Objectives,and operational procedures.
2.Boards and Commissions Coordination:Define relationship with the Transportation Board to
jointly create a strategy for a balanced Transportation network.
a.Opportunities could include an annual joint meeting between the AMAB and T-Board,
liaison roles,and/or work plan integration.
b.Reach out to and participate with other City boards and commissions to solicit input and
provide information on issues related to active modes of transportation as appropriate.
3.City of Fort Collins Support:Advise City Council and Staff in the following areas by reviewing
progress and providing feedback as needed.For example:
a.City plans and studies such as the Active Modes Plan,Pedestrian Needs Assessment,
15-minute City Analysis,Vision Zero Action Plan,Strategic Trails Plan,Our Climate
Future,Shift Your Ride Travel Options Plan,Transportation Master Plan,and Master
Street Plan.
b.City active modes programs such as Safe Routes to School,adult education and
outreach,shared micromobility,asphalt art,neighborhood traffic mitigation,traffic safety
education and enforcement,and the Shift Your Ride Travel Options program.
c.Other City departments and programs such as (but not limited to)capital projects,street
improvements,trails,traffic signal projects,parking facilities,parks,and recreation
programs.
d.Actively participate in and provide input during the City’s Budgeting for Outcomes (BFO)
process.
4.Community Coordination:Consult with other organizations that have a role in supporting active
modes of transportation in Fort Collins such as the Colorado Department of Transportation,North
DRAFTFrontRangeMetropolitanPlanningOrganization,
Larimer County,Colorado State University,
Poudre School District,Downtown Development Authority,and active-modes advocacy
organizations such as Bike Fort Collins,the FC Bike Co-Op,Overland Mountain Bike Association,
and others as appropriate.
a.The AMAB may consider ex-officio membership of other organizations in concert with
City of Fort Collins policies and procedures.
5.Policy Opportunities:Define AMAB priorities and action items as needed or on an annual basis.
For example:
a.Review progress and provide support for the 50%mode share goal as part of the Active
Modes Plan.
b.Promote equitable access to active modes of transportation,with an emphasis on
expanding access for the most marginalized community members.
c.Support recreational facilities and infrastructure for active modes to help community
members,particularly youth and historically excluded groups,develop skills and
confidence,and build a culture of support for active modes.
6.Experiential Opportunities:Facilitate tours and site visits for the AMAB to experience the active
modes system as a group and on an individual level.
a.AMAB members should be a conduit for community feedback through data-informed
recommendations and experiential learning.
Transportation Board – Staff Report and Council 6-month calendar – June 2024
Staff Report
• Monday, June 10th 5:30 – 7:30 at the Lincoln Center there is a Super Issues Meeting to cover
1) the City’s Tax Program with a focus on the Street Maintenance program and the
Community Capital Tax Program both which will be up for renewal, and 2) the Strategic
Trails Plan and Natural Areas Strategic Framework. I can send a link this week. If interested
in attending, you’ll need to RSVP.
• Wednesday, June 26th – BTWD
• Saturday, September 15th 10 – 3PM – Open Streets
Council 6-month calendar
• Tuesday, Ju ly 2nd: Defining Speed Corridors in the City (Police Services)
• Tuesday, July 16th: Ballot Referral for Street Maintenance Program ¼-Cent Tax Renewal
• Tuesday, August 27th: Work session to include a discussion on Advancing Transit Initiatives
• Tuesday, September 10th: 1st work session on recommended budget for 2025-2026
• Tuesday, September 17th: 1st public hearing on recommended budget for 2025-2026
• Tuesday, September 24th: 2nd work session on recommended budget for 2025-2026 (also
listed on Oct 8th)
• Tuesday, October 1st: 2nd public hearing on recommended budget for 2025-2026