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Home My WebLink About10/02/2025 - AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD - AGENDA - Regular Meeting Social Sustainability 222 Laporte Avenue PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6753 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Affordable Housing Board FM: Sue Beck-Ferkiss, Social Policy and Housing Programs Manager RE: Hybrid Board Meeting The next Affordable Housing Board meeting will be held: Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:00 In person at CARE Communities, 6514 Brittany St, Fort Collins. Online via Microsoft Teams at 4:00 BOARD MEMBERS: If you cannot attend the meeting, please contact Sue Beck - Ferkiss either by email (sbeckferkiss@fcgov.com) or by phone (970-221-6753). If you have issues day of the meeting call Sue at 970.556.5609. BUSINESS 1. Public Participation 2. Approval of Minutes: Copies of the draft Minutes of the Regular September meeting is attached for the Board’s approval. Approval of minutes requires a formal motion and vote by the Board . 3. Hybrid meetings: 2025 meetings will be hybrid. PRESENTATION/DISCUSSION: 1. INTRODUCTION TO CARE COMMUNITIES, STEVE KUEHNEMAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (15 MINUTES) Steve will provide the Board with an overview of the services CARE Communities provides to the community and highlight current development projects such as Heartside Hill. CARE is hosting this month’s meeting in their new Community Building at Heartside Hill. Please the church visitor’s car parking. • Board Action – FYI 2. COMMERCIAL CORRIDORS, MEGAN KEITH, SENIOR PLANNER (30 MINUTES) The City is considering adopting the final parts of the Land Use Code regulating commercial corridors. This complements the work on Housing that was adopted last year. There are some proposed regulations that directly affect housing. Megan and 2 team will explain how. Check out this link for more information: https://www.fcgov.com/planning-development-services/luc • Board Action – FYI & possible recommendation 3. INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE UPDATE, MARCUS COLDIRON, CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL (30 MINUTES) Marcus will discuss proposed changes to the International Building Code and its local amendments. Some of these changes may affect housing. • Board Action – FYI & possible recommendation 4. BOARD PRIORITY COMMITTEE REPORTS (20 MINUTES) • Knowledge Repository; • Outreach, Education and Partnerships • Council and Local Legislative Support; and • Equity and Justice in Affordable Housing. o Board Action – Discussion 5. FYI – THE HUMAN SERVICES AND HOUSING FUNDING BOARD IS HOSTING A LEARNING SERIES. All are invited to attend as Guests / Members of the public: Wednesday, October 8 5:30pm – 7:30pm FC Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr – Fort Collins Guests: Vanessa Fenley & Alea Rodgriguez Regional approaches/initiatives to housing affordability, work/findings with the Regional Housing Needs Assessment, Larimer County’s housing levers and how they complement City work Wednesday, November 12 5:30pm – 7:30pm FC Senior Center 1200 Raintree Dr – Fort Collins Guests: Sue Beck-Ferkiss & Clay Frickey City’s broader housing efforts, Prop 123, what City can/cannot do Wednesday, January 12 5:30pm – 7:30pm 222 Laporte Avenue – Fort Collins Guests: JC Ward & Alyssa Stephens City’s MHP dynamics and efforts, rental housing and registration Wednesday, February 11 5:30pm – 7:30pm 222 Laporte Avenue – Fort Collins Guest: Andy Smith URA and related work intersecting with affordable housing Wednesday, March 11 5:30pm – 7:30pm 222 Laporte Avenue – Guest: Beth Rosen Housing Funding Process Considerations 3 Fort Collins 6. BOARD LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS AND REPORTS, FYI (AS TIME ALLOWS) For 2025, the Board has chosen the following outreach assignments: Jorja Youth Advisory Board Housing Catalyst (work with Kristin Fritz) Liaison to ASCSU Planning & Zoning Commission (tag team with Claire) Stefanie Disability Advisory Board Urban Renewal Authority Josh Parks & Recreation Board Liz Transportation Board Bob Human Services and Housing Funding Board Claire Downtown Development Board Planning & Zoning Commission (tag team with Jorja) John Economic Advisory Board Poudre Library District Board • Board Action: Report on any activity 7. BOARD MEMBER IDEAS – SPACE FOR NEW ITEMS (15 MINUTES) BOARD BUSINESS: • Meeting Logistics – ▪ October Meeting in-person at CARE Communities’ Heartside Hill ▪ November Meeting in-person at 222 Laporte Ave • Member terms update – o Each board member’s term is decided by City Council when they appointed you. They are of different lengths to stagger board membership. Still, all board members can serve up to 8 years upon application and reappointment by City Council. 4 o All regular terms expire in June. Here are the current term expiration dates: ▪ Stefanie June 30, 2027 ▪ John June 30, 2029 ▪ Bob June 30, 2026 ▪ Josh June 30, 2026 ▪ Claire June 30, 2028 ▪ Liz June 30, 2026 ▪ Jorja June 30, 2026 ▪ Kristin - Ex Officio Role starting January 2024 • Contact with Council Liaison – o CM Potyondy is our City Council liaison and would like to be invited to specific meetings and will attend if available. She will have quarterly meetings with the Board Chair. She plans to attend the October AHB meeting at Heartside Hill. • Project Certification – n/a • Ideas for future meetings: Housing Agency panel of providers – one for rental housing and one for home ownership; ); Land Bank deep dive (Sue); Incentives deep dive; Data Gaps Analysis – What do we have and what do we want (Tyler); Water Issues in Colorado (Mayor Arndt); Murphy Center update and plans for the future (Homeward Alliance); Grant Opportunities; How to Support Mobile Home Park conversions; How to keep locals in housing; and Volunteer needs for housing providers. ATTACHMENTS 1. Draft Minutes of the September meeting 2. FYI - City Council 6 Month Planning Calendar 3. FYI- link to information about the Commercial Corridors Project https://www.fcgov.com/planning-development-services/luc 4. FYI- Memo sent to City Council regarding One Voice Support 2025 5. FYI – Switchgrass Memo provided to Housing Manager to share with Council Finance Committee and City Council 6. FYI – CHFA Affordability White Paper AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD October 2, 2025, REGULAR MEETING Participation for this Affordable Housing Board Meeting will be in person at the Heartside Hill Community Building,6514 Brittany St., Fort Collins. You may also join online via Teams, using this link: AHB Teams Meeting Meeting ID: 273 629 013 506 Passcode: sJKVjM Online Public Participation: The meeting will be available to join beginning at 3:45 pm, October 2, 2025. Participants should try to sign in prior to the 4:00 pm meeting start time, if possible. For public comments, the Chair 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 address the Board or Commission. To participate: • Use a laptop, computer, or internet-enabled smartphone. (Using earphones with a microphone will greatly improve your audio). • You need to have access to the internet. • Keep yourself on muted status. Masks Strongly Recommended in Indoor Public Spaces While there are currently no public health orders in place, Larimer County Public Health officials strongly recommend that well-fitting, high-quality masks are worn in crowded indoor spaces. For more information, please visit fcgov.com/covid 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • September Regular Meeting 6. Introduction to CARE Communities and Heartside Hill, (15 minutes) Bob Pawlikoski, Director of Finance, CARE Communities • Board Action: FYI 7. LUC Phase 2 – The Future of Commercial Corridors and Centers (30 minutes), Megan Keith, Senior Planner, Community Development • Board Action: FYI & possible recommendation 8. Building Code Update (30 minutes) Marcus Coldiron, Chief Building Official • Board Action: FYI & possible recommendation 9. OUTREACH VISITS & BOARD PRIORITY COMMITTEE REPORTS (20 minutes) AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD October 2, 2025, REGULAR MEETING • Knowledge Repository – Bob and John • Outreach, Education and Partnerships – Claire and Josh • Council and Local Legislative Support – John and Stefanie • Equity & Justice in Affordable Housing – Jorja and Liz • Board Action: Discussion 10. NEW BUSINESS – N/A 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – N/A 12. OLD BUSINESS NOT COMPLETED AT PREVIOUS MEETING – n/a 13. LIST OF TOPICS BEING ADDRESSED AT MEETING – See Above 14. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS • Meeting Logistics – Hybrid • Liaison Reports (See #9) 15. OTHER BUSINESS • City Council 6-month Planning Calendar review (5 minutes) • Council Comments – Who, what? (5 minutes) • Review 2025 Work Plan (5 minutes) • Update on Affordable Housing Projects (5 minutes) • Future AHB Meeting Agenda (5 minutes) 16. BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS, ANNOUNCEMENTS • As needed 17. ADJOURNMENT Save the Dates! Did you know that the City has a Housing Newsletter? It is a great place to send people looking to learn more about what is going on in Fort Collins around Housing. Sign up for it at: fcgov.com/housing October 8 – Human Services and Housing Funding Board Learning Series – Regional Housing Work October 21- City Council Meeting including The Future of Commercial Corridors & Centers + Impact Fee Studies October 28 – City Council Work Session including Our Climate Future Strategic Funding Plan + Building Performance Standards Policy [Board/Commission Name] REGULAR MEETING Thursday, September 4, 2025 – 4:00 PM In person at Neighbor to Neighbor - 1550 Blue Spruce Drive Online via Microsoft Teams 1. CALL TO ORDER: 4:02 PM 2. ROLL CALL a. Board Members Present – • Stefanie Berganini, Chair • Bob Pawlikowski, Vice Chair • Claire Bouchard • Jorja Whyte • Josh Beard • Liz Young-Winne • Kristin Fritz, Ex Officio b. Board Members Absent – • John Singleton c. Staff Members Present – • Sue Beck-Ferkiss, Staff Liaison • Jessi Kauffmann, Minutes • Andy Smith, Presentation d. Guest(s) – • Kelly Evans, Neighbor to Neighbor • Marilyn Heller 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION a. Marilyn shared that Loveland will be closing their sheltering service at the end of September. They will have two churches with safe parking. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Bob Pawlikowski motioned to approve the August 7, 2025 Affordable Housing Board Meeting Minutes. Josh Beard seconded. Approved 6-0. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None. 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Introduction to Neighbor to Neighbor • Kelly Evans presented an overview of Neighbor to Neighbor services and the state of affordable housing in Fort Collins. • Those utilizing eviction prevention services are generally under 30% AMI. Able to assist 30% of clients in need of support. • The organization’s revenue comes from donations, rent, grants. • N2N has 12 programs and has been around 55 years. The programs fall into three main buckets: • Rent and utility assistance • Housing - Landlord for over 100 affordable apartments • Home ownership and financial education • Kelly shared that the need is bigger, and they are less able to do proactive programming, and focus heavily on emergent needs due to limited funding. b. Urban Renewal Authority Update • Andy Smith came to the City from commercial real estate as a broker and entitlement consultant and is passionate about affordable housing. • He was on the board of the URA for 6 years prior to joining its management with the City. • Andy shared that the URA is a distinct quasi-governmental entity, somewhat controlled by the City of Fort Collins similar to the Library District or PFA. The Board of Commissioners is made up of 11 members. The 7 City Councilmembers, 3 taxing district representatives, and 1 member appointed by the mayor. • Andy discussed the scrutinized history of the URA, and how it has changed to do better. • Recently acquired properties include 1636 N. College (formerly Albertsons), and 1513 N College (formerly Budget Host Motel). • Properties acquired by the URA have the potential to be reimaged as community hubs as well as affordable housing units. c. VOA Request For Funding From the Affordable Housing Capital Fund • The Affordable Housing Capital Fund provides support for the capital needs of 1 or more affordable housing developments. • $4 million was set aside over 10 years for affordable housing – capital needs. • $1.6M currently available – Switchgrass Crossing is seeking $1.4M from AHCF for gap funding. Bob Pawlikowski motioned for the Board to recommend via memo that Council approve the VOA request for $1.4M in funding from AHCF funds for Switchgrass Crossing Project as last in funding providing the final amount needed to begin construction. Claire Bouchard seconded. Approved 6-0. 8. STAFF REPORTS a. Sue shared that on August 19th City Council voted to refer the Capital Tax Renewal to the November Ballot. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. One Voice for Housing Memo • The Board agreed to officially support the memo. Stefanie Berganini made a motion to write a brief memo in official support of the Once Voice for Housing Memo. Bob Pawlikowski seconded. Approved 6-0. b. Board Member Updates • Jorja shared that she attended the National Housing Affordability Crisis Summit at the U.S. Capitol, and that affordable housing has bipartisan support across the board. They just passed a federal bill called “Road to Housing” unanimously 24-0. 10. ADJOURNMENT a. Meeting was adjourned at 6:07 Minutes approved by the Chair and a vote of the Board/Commission on XX/XX/XX September 22, 2025 From: Affordable Housing Board Chair Stefanie Berganini To: City Council, via Sarah Kane Re: Support for One Voice for Housing’s August 12th Letter to Council On August 12th, One Voice for Housing sent a letter to Council expressing their concern over the City’s resources for affordable housing funding, especially as related to the proposed Community Capital Investment Program (CCIP) renewal. This letter was provided to the Affordable Housing Board as part of the packet for our September meeting. In June, the Affordable Housing Board sent a memo to Council that, while applauding City staff ’s recommendation for the inclusion of $10M in affordable housing funding in the proposed CCIP renewal, also strongly encouraged Council to increase that amount as much as possible in the final ballot language. As such, we’re sending this memo to Council to reaffirm our agreement with, and support for, One Voice for Housing’s August 12th letter. We agree with the call that, at minimum, Council consider reallocating all excess tax collections from the expiring CCIP into the existing Housing Fund. We also agree, as One Voice’s letter states, that the proposed allocation of funds in the CCIP renewal proposal does not meet the housing needs of the moment, and that prioritizing funding for affordable housing through this ballot measure is a meaningful and strategic start to addressing our affordable housing crisis. Thank you for your consideration. Respectfully, Stefanie Berganini Chair, Affordable Housing Board September 8, 2025 To: City Council Re: Gap Funding Discretionary Request – Affordable Housing Capital Fund Switchgrass Crossing – 3800 Mason Street, Fort Collins Per the mission of the Affordable Housing Board (AHB) to advise City Council on matters pertaining to affordable housing topics of concern to the City, we recommend that Council approves the Volunteers of America (VOA) request for $1.4MM gap funding for the Switchgrass Crossing project to offset additional costs due to Build America Buy America (BABA) requirements as well as general cost escalations conditional upon VOA closing any additional gap needs. Respectfully, Bob Pawlikowski Vice-Chair, Affordable Housing Board Housing Affects Us All Larimer County, the City of Fort Collins, and the City of Loveland are gathering input for the Regional Housing Needs Assessment, and we want to hear from you! NEIGHBORS, FAMILIES, AND FRIENDS Other Participation Opportunities Check out the Larimer County Regional Housing Needs landing page for more updates and community engagement events: wZZODULPHUJRYKRXVLQJSDUWQHUV KRXVLQJDVVHVVPHQW You’re Invited! Please join us for an open house event to hear more about the study and to discuss what you think are the most important housing needs are in your community. Dates and Locations City of Fort Collins October 9th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Old Town Library 201 Peterson Street, Fort Collins, 80524 City of Loveland October 11th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Loveland Public Library 300 Adams Avenue, Loveland, 80537 Town of Red Feather Lakes TBD Accommodations If you are a person with a disability and require information or materials in an alternative format; or if you require any other accommodation, please contact hello@rootpolicy.com at least 48 hours before the event. www.research.net/r/Larimer CoHousingSurvey25 www.research.net/r/Larimer CoHousingSurvey25?lang=es Take Our Resident Survey! Spanish Translation: English Translation: 2024 Building Code Adoption Committee Purpose: The building code adoption committee is made up of builders, developers, code consultants, architects, engineers and City staff. This group will review the 2024 ICC Building Codes and amendments to discuss changes, their impact and alignment with community plans and goals. Schedule: The committee will meet every Wednesday from March 12th- July 30th from 10am to 1pm. Schedule and recordings will be updated as needed below: Wed 6/5/2024: Introduction Recording Wed 3/12/2025: Topic - 2024 IBC Recording Wed 3/19/2025: Topic - 2024 IBC Recording Wed 3/26/2025: Topic - 2024 IBC Recording Wed 4/2/2025: Topic - 2024 IBC Recording Wed 4/9/2025: Topic - 2024 IBC & IFGC Recording Wed 4/16/2025: Topic - 2024 IMC and IEBC Recording Wed 4/23/2025: Topic - 2024 IPC and ISPSC Recording Wed 4/30/2025: Topic - 2024 IPMC and IRC Recording Wed 5/7/2025: Topic - 2024 IRC Recording Wed 5/14/2025: Topic - 2024 IRC Recording Wed 5/21/2025: Topic - 2024 IRC Recording Wed 5/28/2025: CANCELED Wed 6/4/2025: Misc. topics from prior meetings: Recording Wed 6/11/2025: Topic - New State Codes (WUI, Colorado EV &Solar) Recording Wed 6/18/2025: CANCELED Wed 6/25/2025: CANCELED Wed 7/2/2025: CANCELED Wed 7/9/2025: Topic - 2024 IECC commercial: Recording Wed 7/16/2025: Topic - 2024 IECC residential Recording Wed 7/23/2025: Topic - 2024 IECC proposed amendments Recording Wed 7/30/2025: Topic - 2024 IECC proposed amendments Recording 2024 Building Code Adoption Committee Members: Cragon Sims Project Manager – Landmark Homes Steve Boehme High Country Construction Adam Hess Hartford Homes Jason Kersley [AU] Workshop Jon Tschetter Hartford Homes Michael Hutsell MH Design Co Andrew Paulick Dream Finders Homes Becca Mueller CSU – Building Department Manager/CBO Mike Doddridge Doddridge Construction Mike Missimer MGI Mechanical Jeff Schnieder Armstead Construction Steve Steinbicker Architecture West Paul Higman GS Services LTD Katie Quintana PFA Eric Fried Larimer County CBO Theresa Cambell Loveland CBO Russ Weber Safebuilt CBO Kelly Dykstra Wellington CBO Caleb Sulzen Building Code Guru Staff: Marcus Coldiron CBO Russ Hovland Plan Review Supervisor Damien Wilson Lead Building Inspector Brad Smith Sr. Project Manager – Building Energy Code Mariel Miller Water Conservation Manager THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES ALL ITEMS PLANNED FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS. Date Service Area Type Agenda Item Strategic Outcome Work Session Discussion 2026 Budget Revision Requests High Performing Government Work Session Discussion Mobile Home Park Enforcement & Livability equity so that persons of all identities, including race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental and physical abilities, and socioeconomic levels can access programs and services with ease and experience equitable outcomes. Discussion to have no serious injury or fatal crashes for people walking, biking, rolling or driving in Fort September 30, 2025 Fifth Tuesday City Manager's Appropriation for Unanticipated Philanthropic Revenue Office Office Office CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PLANNING - PUBLIC 6-MONTH CALENDAR Agenda items containing action on current Council priorities as adopted by Resolution 2024-013 through 2024-024 are shaded light orange. : This document is posted every Monday and Thursday. Changes made between postings will not be reflected until the next posting. September 23, 2025 Work Session Council Meeting 9/22/2025 6-Month Planning Page 1 THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES ALL ITEMS PLANNED FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS. PDT Services Ord-2nd Rdg Creation of City Code Chapter 24 Article VI Electric Vehicle Charging by Temporary Cord Draping City Attorney's Office Expanding the Boundaries of the Fort Collins, Colorado Downtown Development Authority Employee Services regarding connected raw water irrigation system of certain parks and schools equipment that will revitalize parks and recreational facilities, as the planned buildout of the October 7, 2025 Wastewater Utility Enterprise Board Utility Services Ordinance-1st Transfer of Appropriation: Wastewater Capital Project to Operating Budget For System High Performing Government HPG 4 – Incorporate a management strategy for all new and to have no serious injury or fatal crashes for people walking, biking, rolling or driving in Fort City Manager's Neighborhood Centers to accelerate progress toward our goal for everyone to have the daily goods and services they need and want available within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from their October 21, 2025 Council Meeting October 14, 2025 Work Session 9/22/2025 6-Month Planning Page 2 THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES ALL ITEMS PLANNED FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS. City Manager's Office Colorado Regional Airport Services Way Office Colorado Regional Airport Office through meaningful engagement and by providing timely access to accurate information. Office through meaningful engagement and by providing timely access to accurate information. Sustainability Discussion Environmental Health ENV 1 – Implement the Our Climate Future Plan to advance the City's Discussion Environmental Health ENV 1 – Implement the Our Climate Future Plan to advance the City's 2026 Utility Rates High Performing Government - HPG 1 Employee Adopting the 2026 Employee Pay Plan developing and retaining diverse talent and fostering a culture of employee safety, belonging and October 28, 2025 Work Session Council Meeting (moved to Monday due to Election Day) 9/22/2025 6-Month Planning Page 3 THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES ALL ITEMS PLANNED FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS. Community Services Resolution Poudre Library IGA for Southeast Community Center Culture & Recreation C&R 1 – Make City arts, cultural and recreational programming more inclusive to reflect the diversity of our community. Internal & Employee Approval of Nationwide Governing Document Updates to 457 and 401(a) Adoption developing and retaining diverse talent and fostering a culture of employee safety, belonging and City Manager's Employee Ordinance-1st Environmental Health ENV 1 – Implement the Our Climate Future Plan to advance the City's Services Report affordability to address inequities in housing so that everyone has healthy, stable housing they City Manager's Discussion End of Term Report High Performing Government CancelledNovember 11, 2025 Work Session Council Meeting November 25, 2025 Adjourned Meeting Council Meeting December 9, 2025 Work Session 9/22/2025 6-Month Planning Page 4 THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES ALL ITEMS PLANNED FOR COUNCIL MEETINGS AND WORK SESSIONS. PDT Services Parking Study Engagement Report and Implementation Strategies Transportation & Mobility T&M 3 – Transform the parking system to better align supply and CANCELLED No Meeting Fifth Tuesday City Manager's Tentative: Boards and Commissions & Committees Overview, Liasion Roles, Interview High Performing Government January 6, 2025 Council Meeting January 13, 2025 Special Meeting Council Meeting January 27, 2025 Work Session December 30, 2025 Council Meeting 9/22/2025 6-Month Planning Page 5 Date Service Area Item Type Agenda Item Strategic Outcome No Date Community Services Ord-1st Rdg Appropriation: DOLA Grant for Construction of the Southeast Community Center Culture & Recreation 2.1 No Date Development Partners on Magpie Meander Natural Area and Soft Gold Date Agenda Item Strategic Outcome REGULAR MEETING ITEMS UNSCHEDULED/UPCOMING ITEMS WORK SESSION ITEMS