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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY November 17, 2020
City Council
STAFF
Jason Licon, Airport Director
Judy Schmidt, Legal
SUBJECT
Resolution 2020-104 Approving the 2020 Master Plan for the Northern Colorado Regional Airport.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this item is to adopt the updated Master Plan at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport. The
Airport is jointly owned and operated by the Cities of Fort Collins and Loveland, and operational oversight is
provided by the Northern Colorado Re gional Airport Commission. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
recommends that public use airports have and update their master plans approximately every 10 -15 years.
The Master Plan focuses on the physical development of airport property to meet exi sting and projected
aviation demands. In addition, other factors relating to the Airport and its environs were evaluated, such as
surrounding land use, environmental considerations, and infrastructure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution.
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
The update to the Master Plan was funded by federal and state grants applied for, obtained, and managed by
airport staff (four grants in total) providing $490,000 of the total $515,000 project cost. The project began in
November of 2018, aimed to replace the existing plan that was created and adopted between 2005 -2007. The
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recommends that public airports update their master plans
approximately every 10-15 years. The Master Plan focuses on the physical development of airport property to
meet existing and projected aviation demands. In addition, other factors relating to the airport and its environs
were evaluated, such as surrounding land use, environmental considerations, and infra structure.
Adoption of this Master Plan allows the Airport to plan for airport development and ongoing infrastructure
maintenance for the next 10-15 years both effectively and efficiently. It provides the path for the Cities to
prioritize and obtain the resources necessary from a variety of financial opportunities including airport
generated revenues, private business investment, and federal and state resources. These projects and
associated funding will be used to keep the airport in compliance with all r egulatory standards for safety and
security in addition to providing necessary infrastructure to support regional transportation and economic
demands.
The Executive Summary is included (Attachment 6) and the complete Master Plan is available on the Airport
website at flynoco.com/mpu/ <http://www.flynoco.com/mpu/> as well as on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
Agenda Item 12
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BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Northern Colorado Regional Airport Commission during its regularly scheduled meeting on September 17,
2020 (Attachment 2) recommended the Cities adopt the Airport Master Plan. The City Council of Loveland
unanimously adopted the Master Plan during its November 3, 2020 meeting (Attachment 3).
PUBLIC OUTREACH
Since the Master Plan Update process began, the Airpor t has strived to provide information in a transparent
fashion and to reach out to Airport stakeholders to collect feedback and incorporate it into the plan. A
distribution list was compiled consisting of more than 800 residents, Airport users, business own ers, members
of relevant boards and commissions, and other interested individuals, to which Master Plan information and
meeting announcements along with instructions on how to participate were distributed. This information was
also shared in local newspapers, social media platforms of both Cities and the Airport, and notification boards.
Throughout the process, the Airport has maintained a Master Plan update webpage, to which all draft chapters
and exhibits have been posted. Additionally, a Master Plan Freq uently Asked Questions (FAQ) page was
created to provide information relating to questions and comments that have been received along the way.
Airport staff and the consultant team from Mead & Hunt have presented Master Plan information and solicited
feedback at thirty public meetings, including Airport Commission meetings, Airport Planning and Development
Subcommittee meetings, and Planning Commission meetings for both Cities and Larimer County. The third
and final Master Plan Public Open House was held o n August 6. The final draft of the Master Plan was
presented at the Joint City Council meeting with the City of Loveland on October 19, 2020.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Airport Commission Minutes, September 17, 2020 (PDF)
2. Airport Commission Resolution (PDF)
3. City of Loveland Resolution (PDF)
4. FAA Grant Agreement, August 2018 (PDF)
5. FAA Grant Agreement, June 2019 (PDF)
6. 2020 Master Plan Executive Summary (PDF)
7. Powerpoint Presentation (PDF)
September 17, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Call to Order: Chair Troxell called the meeting to order at 3:31 pm
Roll Call: Chair Troxell, Vice-Chair Fleming, Commissioners Adams, Burgener,
Overcash, and Stooksbury were present. Commissioner Atteberry was
absent. The meeting was held virtually on the Zoom Meeting platform.
Public Comments: None
Consent Agenda
Vice-Chair Fleming moved to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion, seconded by
Commissioner Adams was modified by Commissioner Stooksbury who requested item 5 be
pulled for further discussion. Both Vice-Chair Fleming and Commissioner Adams approved
the modified motion to approve consent items 1-4 and 6; which carried with all the
Commissioners present voting in favor thereof.
Pulled Items Commissioner Stooksbury requested to pull item 5, the Master Plan
Update Recommendation to City Councils for approval, for additional
discussion
Consent Follow up Staff provided clarity to the Commission questions pertaining to the
Master Plan Draft. The items of concern brought up by Commissioner
Stooksbury were identified.
Commissioner Stooksbury moved to approve the pulled Item 5 from the Consent Agenda.
The motion, seconded by Vice-Chair Fleming carried with all the Commissioners present
voting in favor thereof.
Regular Agenda
7. Discovery Air:
Site Development
Plan
The Discovery Air lease, which was executed on January 16th 2019,
requires the developer to obtain Airport Commission approval of the
final site development plan (SDP), prior to approval by the City of
Loveland’s Development Services. The preliminary site depiction was
conceptual in nature and was intended to provide a general
representation of the planned development and square footage
estimates of the building and ramp areas.
Over the past 20 months, much of the design work has been completed
and an updated SDP has been created. Airport staff expected the SDP to
evolve and has provided feedback to the design team throughout the
process. The new layout contains less building area for hangar space,
but leaves more room for aircraft parking on the west side and more
room for non-aeronautical development on the east side. North-facing
ATTACHMENT 1
hangar doors have been eliminated, which can be an issue during the
winter, as does building orientations that do not compliment both the
functionality of the building layouts and maximizing the view of the
mountains.
Airport Staff and legal counsel are currently discussing amendments to
the lease agreement to address phasing, rent escalation, and non-
aeronautical development, while adhering to the original intent of the
agreement. These discussions are taking place on a separate track and
will not affect the SDP approval requirements. All lease amendments
will require separate Airport Commission review and approval.
The City of Loveland Development Review team has fully vetted the
final SDP and infrastructure needs related to the project, and is ready to
approve the plan pending Airport Commission approval. Airport Staff
and the Planning and Development Subcommittee (PDSC) have
thoroughly reviewed the final SDP, believe it will bring value to the
Airport and Cites, is aligned with the Master Plan and Strategic Plan
goals, and recommend its approval by the Airport Commission.
Public Comments: None
Vice-Chair Fleming moved to approve Discovery Air’s Site Development Plan. The motion,
seconded by Commissioner Stooksbury was modified by Chair Troxell who wanted it on the
record that the development would have conditions based on the lack of screening and
landscaping on the South side. The motion was amended a second time by Vice-Chair
Fleming to be approved without conditions and the previously stated stipulations would be
specified in a separate Direction to staff. Commissioner Stooksbury approved the motion
without additional stipulations; which carried with all the Commissioners present voting in
favor thereof.
Direction: The PDSC and staff were directed to bring a resolution for the fully developed
Airport Design Standards plan that will include Airport zoning and architecture requirements
with elevated requirements for the Airport’s main entry corridors in partnership with both City
Building Development Departments in the next month.
8. Business
Assistance Program
Extension
This program was approved by the Airport Commission at the April
Commission meeting. The initial program deferred lease payment for
businesses from April 1 – September 30, and this recommendation will
extend that program another six months to the end of March 2021.
Public Comments: None
Commissioner Overcash moved to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion, seconded by
Commissioner Adams passed with one recusal by Commissioner Stooksbury to prevent a
conflict of interest.
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Packet Pg. 147 Attachment: Airport Commission Minutes, September 17, 2020 (9668 : Airport Master Plan)
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Packet Pg. 148 Attachment: Airport Commission Minutes,
ATTACHMENT 2
RESOLUTION #R-107-2020
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE NORTHERN COLORADO REGIONAL
AIRPORT’S UPDATED MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS,the Cities of Loveland (“Loveland”)and Fort Collins (“Fort Collins”)
jointly own and operate the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (the “Airport”)pursuant to that
Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement dated January 22,2015 (the “IGA”),as
amended;and
WHEREAS,the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”)requires that public use
airports,such as the Airport,update their master plans approximately every ten years.The
Airport’s current Master Plan was approved in 2007,and requires updating;and
WHEREAS,the Airport began the project of updating its Master Plan in 2018 with the
assistance of consultant Mead &Hunt.Since 2018,the Airport and its consultant have conducted
over thirty public meetings throughout the process of updating the Master Plan in order to
receive input from various stakeholders and the public;and
WHEREAS,the Northern Colorado Regional Airport Commission reviewed and
approved the updated Master Plan at its September 17,2020 meeting;and
WHEREAS,the City Council of Loveland along with the City Council of Fort Collins
held a joint meeting on October 19,2020 to receive a presentation and other information
regarding the updated Master Plan;and
WHEREAS,the City Council of Loveland desires to approve the updated Master Plan as
being in the best interests of the City,its citizens,the Airport and its stakeholders.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOVELAND,COLORADO:
Section 1.That the updated Airport Master Plan is hereby approved.
Section 2.That this Resolution shall be effective as of the date of its adoption.
ADOPTED this 3rd day of November,2020.
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ATTACHMENT 3
AIP No. 3-08-0023-036-2018
U.S. Department
of Transportation
Federal Aviation
Administration
Date of Offer
Airport/Planning Area
AIP Grant Number
DUNS Number
GRANT AGREEMENT
PART I -OFFER
August 7, 2018
Northern Colorado Regional Airport
3-08-0023-036-2018 (Contract No. DOT-FA18NM-1025)
07-648-1407
TO: City of Fort Collins, Colorado and City of Loveland, Colorado
(herein called the "Sponsor") (For Co-Sponsors, 11st all Co-Sponsor names. The word "Sponsor'' In this Grant Agreement also applies to a
Co-Sponsor.)
FROM: The United States of America (acting through the Federal Aviation Administration, herein called the
"FAA")
WHEREAS, the Sponsor has submitted to the FAA a Project Application dated January 17, 2018, for a grant of Federal
funds for a project at or associated with the Northern Colorado Regional Airport, which is included as part of this Grant
Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the FAA has approved a project for the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (herein called the "Project")
consisting of the following:
Conduct Airport Master Plan Study (Phase 1)
which is more fully described in the Project Application.
NOW THEREFORE, according to the applicable provisions of the former Federal Aviation Act of 1958, as amended and
recodified, 49 U.S.C. § 40101, et seq., and the former Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 (AAIA), as amended
and recodified, 49 U.S.C. § 47101, et seq., (herein the AAIA grant statute is referred to as "the Act"), the representations
contained in the Project Application, and in consideration of (a) the Sponsor's adoption and ratification of the Grant
Assurances dated March 2014, and the Sponsor's acceptance of this Offer; and (b) the benefits to accrue to the United
States and the public from the accomplishment of the Project and compliance with the Grant Assurances and conditions
as herein provided.
THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION, FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED STATES, HEREBY OFFERS AND AGREES
to pay 90 percent of the allowable costs incurred accomplishing the Project as the United States share of the Project.
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This Offer is made on and SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
CONDITIONS
1. Maximum Obligation. The maximum obligation of the United States payable under this Offer is $300,000.
The following amounts represent a breakdown of the maximum obligation for the purpose of establishing allowable
amounts for any future grant amendment, which may increase the foregoing maximum obligation of the United
States under the provisions of 49 U.S.C. § 47108{b):
$300,000 for planning
2. Period of Performance. The period of performance begins on the date the Sponsor formally accepts this agreement.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in an amendment from the FAA, the end date of the period of performance is 4
years (1,460 calendar days) from the date of formal grant acceptance by the Sponsor.
The Sponsor may only charge allowable costs for obligations incurred prior to the end date of the period of
performance (2 CFR § 200.309). Unless the FAA authorizes a written extension, the sponsor must submit all project
closeout documentation and liquidate (pay off) all obligations incurred under this award no later than 90 calendar
days after the end date of the period of performance (2 CFR § 200.343).
The period of performance end date does not relieve or reduce Sponsor obligations and assurances that extend
beyond the closeout of a grant agreement.
3. Ineligible or Unallowable Costs. The Sponsor must not include any costs in the project that the FAA has determined
to be ineligible or unallowable.
4. Indirect Costs -Sponsor. Sponsor may charge indirect costs under this award by applying the indirect cost rate
identified in the project application as accepted by the FAA to allowable costs for Sponsor direct salaries and wages.
5. Determining the Final Federal Share of Costs. The United States' share of allowable project costs will be made in
accordance with the regulations, policies, and procedures of the Secretary. Final determination of the United States'
share will be based upon the final audit of the total amount of allowable project costs and settlement will be made
for any upward or downward adjustments to the Federal share of costs.
6. Completing the Proiect Without Delay and in Conformance with Requirements. The Sponsor must carry out and
complete the project without undue delays and in accordance with this agreement, and the regulations, policies,
and procedures of the Secretary. Per 2 CFR § 200.308, the Sponsor agrees to report to the FAA any disengagement
from performing the project that exceeds three months. The report must include a reason for the project stoppage.
The Sponsor also agrees to comply with the assurances which are part of this agreement.
7. Amendments or Withdrawals before Grant Acceptance. The FAA reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer
at any time prior to its acceptance by the Sponsor.
8. Offer Expiration Date. This offer will expire and the United States will not be obligated to pay any part of the costs
of the project unless this offer has been accepted by the Sponsor on or before August 31, 2018 or such subsequent
date as may be prescribed in writing by the FAA.
9. Improper Use of Federal Funds. The Sponsor must take all steps, including litigation if necessary, to recover Federal
funds spent fraudulently, wastefully, or in violation of Federal antitrust statutes, or misused in any other manner for
any project upon which Federal funds have been expended. For the purposes of this grant agreement, the term
"Federal funds" means funds however used or dispersed by the Sponsor, that were originally paid pursuant to this
or any other Federal grant agreement. The Sponsor must obtain the approval of the Secretary as to any
determination of the amount of the Federal share of such funds. The Sponsor must return the recovered Federal
share, including funds recovered by settlement, order, or judgment, to the Secretary. The Sponsor must furnish to
the Secretary, upon request, all documents and records pertaining to the determination of the amount of the Federal
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share or to any settlement, litigation, negotiation, or other efforts taken to recover such funds. All settlements or
other final positions of the Sponsor, in court or otherwise, involving the recovery of such Federal share require
advance approval by the Secretary.
10. United States Not Liable for Damage or lniury. The United States is not responsible or liable for damage to property
or injury to persons which may arise from, or be incident to, compliance with this grant agreement.
11. System for Award Management (SAM) Registration And Universal Identifier.
A. Requirement for System for Award Management {SAM): Unless the Sponsor is exempted from this requirement
under 2 CFR 25.110, the Sponsor must maintain the currency of its information in the SAM until the Sponsor
submits the final financial report required under this grant, or receives the final payment, whichever is later.
This requires that the Sponsor review and update the information at least annually after the initial registration
and more frequently if required by changes in information or another award term. Additional information about
registration procedures may be found at the SAM website (currently at http://www.sam.gov).
B. Data Universal Numbering System: DUNS number means the nine-digit number established and assigned by
Dun and Bradstreet, Inc. (D & B) to uniquely identify business entities. A DUNS number may be obtained from
D & B by telephone (currently 866-705-5771) or on the web (currently at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform).
12. Electronic Grant Payment{s). Unless otherwise directed by the FAA, the Sponsor must make each payment request
under this agreement electronically via the Delphi elnvoicing System for Department of Transportation (DOT)
Financial Assistance Awardees.
13. Informal Letter Amendment of AIP Proiects. If, during the life of the project, the FAA determines that the maximum
grant obligation of the United States exceeds the expected needs of the Sponsor by $25,000 or five percent {5%),
whichever is greater, the FAA can issue a letter amendment to the Sponsor unilaterally reducing the maximum
obligation.
The FAA can also issue a letter to the Sponsor increasing the maximum obligation if there is an overrun in the total
actual eligible and allowable project costs to cover the amount of the overrun provided it will not exceed the
statutory limitations for grant amendments. The FAA's authority to increase the maximum obligation does not apply
to the "planning" component of condition No. 1.
The FAA can also issue an informal letter amendment that modifies the grant description to correct administrative
errors or to delete work items if the FAA finds it advantageous and in the best interests of the United States.
An informal letter amendment has the same force and effect as a formal grant amendment.
14. Air and Water Quality. The Sponsor is required to comply with all applicable air and water quality standards for all
projects in this grant. If the Sponsor fails to comply with this requirement, the FAA may suspend, cancel, or terminate
this agreement.
15. Financial Reporting and Payment Requirements. The Sponsor will comply with all federal financial reporting
requirements and payment requirements, including submittal of timely and accurate reports.
16. Maximum Obligation Increase for Nonprimary Airports. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. § 47108{b), as amended, the
maximum obligation of the United States, as stated in Condition No. 1 of this Grant Offer:
A. May not be increased for a planning project;
B. May be increased by not more than 15 percent for development projects;
C. May be increased by not more than 15 percent or by an amount not to exceed 25 percent of the total increase
in allowable costs attributable to the acquisition of land or interests in land, whichever is greater, based on
current credible appraisals or a court award in a condemnation proceeding.
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17. Audits for Public Sponsors. The Sponsor must provide for a Single Audit or program specific audit in accordance
with 2 CFR part 200. The Sponsor must submit the audit reporting package to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse on
the Federal Audit Clearinghouse's Internet Data Entry System at http://harvester.census.gov/facweb/. Provide one
copy of the completed audit to the FAA if requested.
18. Suspension or Debarment. When entering into a "covered transaction" as defined by 2 CFR § 180.200, the Sponsor
must:
A. Verify the non-federal entity is eligible to participate in this Federal program by:
1. Checking the excluded parties list system (EPLS) as maintained within the System for Award Management
(SAM) to determine if the non-federal entity is excluded or disqualified; or
2. Collecting a certification statement from the non-federal entity attesting they are not excluded or
disqualified from participating; or
3. Adding a clause or condition to covered transactions attesting individual or firm are not excluded or
disqualified from participating.
B. Require prime contractors to comply with 2 CFR § 180.330 when entering into lower-tier transactions (e.g. Sub-
contracts).
C. Immediately disclose to the FAA whenever the Sponsor (1) learns they have entered into a covered transaction
with an ineligible entity or (2) suspends or debars a contractor, person, or entity.
19. Ban on Texting When Driving.
A. In accordance with Executive Order 13513, Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging While Driving,
October 1, 2009, and DOT Order 3902.10, Text Messaging While Driving, December 30, 2009, the Sponsor is
encouraged to:
1. Adopt and enforce workplace safety policies to decrease crashes caused by distracted drivers including
policies to ban text messaging while driving when performing any work for, or on behalf of, the Federal
government, including work relating to a grant or subgrant.
2. Conduct workplace safety initiatives in a manner commensurate with the size of the business, such as:
a. Establishment of new rules and programs or re-evaluation of existing programs to prohibit text
messaging while driving; and
b. Education, awareness, and other outreach to employees about the safety risks associated with texting
while driving.
B. The Sponsor must insert the substance of this clause on banning texting when driving in all subgrants, contracts
and subcontracts
20. Exhibit "A" Property Map. The Exhibit "A" Property Map, dated April 2007, is incorporated herein by reference or
is submitted with the project application and made part of this grant agreement.
21. Employee Protection from Reprisal.
A. Prohibition of Reprisals-
1. In accordance with 41 U.S.C. § 4712, an employee of a grantee or subgrantee may not be discharged,
demoted, or otherwise discriminated against as a reprisal for disclosing to a person or body described in
sub-paragraph (A)(2), information that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of:
a. Gross mismanagement of a Federal grant;
b. Gross waste of Federal funds;
c. An abuse of authority relating to implementation or use of Federal funds;
d. A substantial and specific danger to public health or safety; or
e. A violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal grant.
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2. Persons and bodies covered: The persons and bodies to which a disclosure by an employee is covered are
as follows:
a. A member of Congress or a representative of a committee of Congress;
b. An Inspector General;
c. The Government Accountability Office;
d. A Federal office or employee responsible for oversight of a grant program;
e. A court or grand jury;
f. A management office of the grantee or subgrantee; or
g. A Federal or State regulatory enforcement agency.
3. Submission of Complaint -A person who believes that they have been subjected to a reprisal prohibited by
paragraph A of this grant term may submit a complaint regarding the reprisal to the Office of Inspector
General {OIG) for the U.S. Department of Transportation.
4. Time Limitation for Submittal of a Complaint -A complaint may not be brought under this subsection more
than three years after the date on which the alleged reprisal took place.
s. Required Actions of the Inspector General -Actions, limitations and exceptions of the Inspector General's
office are established under 41 U.S.C. § 4712{b)
6. Assumption of Rights to Civil Remedy -Upon receipt of an explanation of a decision not to conduct or
continue an investigation by the Office of Inspector General, the person submitting a complaint assumes the
right to a civil remedy under41 U.S.C. § 4712{c).
22. Current FAA Advisory Circulars for AIP Proiects. The sponsor will carry out the project in accordance with policies,
standards, and specifications approved by the Secretary including but not limited to the advisory circulars listed in
the Current FAA Advisory Circulars Required For Use In AIP Funded and PFC Approved Projects, dated February 20,
2018, and included in this grant, and in accordance with applicable state policies, standards, and specifications
approved by the Secretary.
23. Assurances. The Sponsor agrees to comply with the Assurances attached to this offer, which replaces the assurances
that accompanied the Application for Federal Assistance.
24. Final Proiect Documentation. The Sponsor understands and agrees that in accordance with 49 USC 47111, and with
the Airport District Office's (ADO) concurrence, that no payments totaling more than 90.0 percent of United States
Government's share of the project's estimated allowable cost may be made before the project is determined to be
substantially complete. Substantially complete means the following: (1) The project results in a complete, usable
unit of work as defined in the grant agreement; and (2) The sponsor submits necessary documents showing that the
project is substantially complete per the contract requirements, or has a plan {that FAA agrees with) that addresses
all elements contained on the punch list. Furthermore, no payments totaling more than 97 .5 percent of the United
States Government's share of the project's estimated allowable cost may be made until: (1) The sponsor submits all
necessary closeout documentation and {2) The sponsor receives final payment notification from the ADO.
25. AGIS Requirements. Airports GIS requirements, as specified in Advisory Circular 150/5300-18, apply to the project
included in this grant offer. Final construction as-built information or planning deliverables must be collected
according to these specifications and submitted to the FAA. The submittal must be reviewed and accepted by the
FAA before the grant can be administratively closed.
26. Pavement Maintenance Management Program. The Sponsor agrees that it will implement an effective airport
pavement maintenance management program as required by Grant Assurance Pavement Preventive Management.
The Sponsor agrees that it will use the program for the useful life of any pavement constructed, reconstructed, or
repaired with federal financial assistance at the airport. The Sponsor further agrees that the program will
A. Follow FAA Advisory Circular 150/5380-6, "Guidelines and Procedures for Maintenance of Airport Pavements,"
for specific guidelines and procedures for maintaining airport pavements, establishing an effective maintenance
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program, specific types of distress and its probable cause, inspection guidelines, and recommended methods of
repair;
B. Detail the procedures to be followed to assure that proper pavement maintenance, both preventive and repair,
is performed;
C. Include a Pavement Inventory, Inspection Schedule, Record Keeping, Information Retrieval, and Reference,
meeting the following requirements:
1. Pavement Inventory. The following must be depicted in an appropriate form and level of detail:
a. location of all runways, taxiways, and aprons;
b. dimensions;
c. type of pavement, and;
d. year of construction or most recent major rehabilitation.
2. Inspection Schedule.
a. Detailed Inspection. A detailed inspection must be performed at least once a year. If a history of
recorded pavement deterioration is available, i.e., Pavement Condition Index (PCI) survey as set forth in
the Advisory Circular 150/5380-6, the frequency of inspections may be extended to three years.
b. Drive-By Inspection. A drive-by inspection must be performed a minimum of once per month to detect
unexpected changes in the pavement condition. For drive-by inspections, the date of inspection and any
maintenance performed must be recorded.
D. Record Keeping. Complete information on the findings of all detailed inspections and on the maintenance
performed must be recorded and kept on file for a minimum of five years. The type of distress, location, and
remedial action, scheduled or performed, must be documented. The minimum information is:
1. inspection date;
2. location;
3. distress types; and
4. maintenance scheduled or performed.
E. Information Retrieval System. The Sponsor must be able to retrieve the information and records produced by
the pavement survey to provide a report to the FAA as may be required.
27. Title VI. It is understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that the STANDARD DOT TITLE VI
ASSURANCES executed by the Sponsor is hereby incorporated herein and made a part hereof by reference.
28. Coordination. The Sponsor agrees to coordinate this master planning study with the metropolitan planning
organizations, other local planning agencies, and with the State Airport System Plan prepared by the State's
Department of Transportation and consider any pertinent information, data, projections, and forecasts which are
currently available or as will become available. The Sponsor agrees to consider any State Clearinghouse comments
and to furnish a copy of the final report to the State's Department of Transportation.
29. Consultant Contract and Cost Analysis. The Sponsor understands and agrees that no reimbursement will be made
on the consultant contract portion of this grant until the FAA has received the consultant contract, the Sponsor's
analysis of costs, and the independent fee estimate.
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The Sponsor's acceptance of this Offer and ratification and adoption of the Project Application incorporated herein shall be evidenced
by execution of this instrument by the Sponsor, as hereinafter provided, and this Offer and Acceptance shall comprise a Grant
Agreement, as provided by the Act, constituting the contractual obligations and rights of the United States and the Sponsor with
respect to the accomplishment of the Project and compliance with the assurances and conditions as provided herein. Such Grant
Agreement shall become effective upon the Sponsor's acceptance of this Offer.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FEDERALAVI
ohn P. Bauer
{Typed Name)
Manager, Denver Airports District Office
{Title of FAA Official)
PART II -ACCEPTANCE
The Sponsor does hereby ratify and adopt all assurances, statements, representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements
contained in the Project Application and incorporated materials referred to in the foregoing Offer, and does hereby accept this Offer
and by such acceptance agrees to comply with all of the terms and conditions in this Offer and in the Project Application.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.1
Executed this __ /~{,,_· 'f+v" __ day of ~ftd..........,,45_,._.U~,;:>~t'~~, d O / <[
(Nome of Sponsor)
{Si ature of Sponsor's Authorized Official)
By: ~,ti ~I Atl&loe1V(~
Title:
fl (Printed Name of Sponsor's A thorized Official)
LL1·rl ~&e12
{Title of Sponsor's Authorized Official) J & --CERTIFICATE OF SPONSOR'S ATTORNEY 1,lA,Q l T H ~ ~ 1J ( acting as Attorney for the Sponsor do hereby certify:
That in my opinion the Sponsor is empowered to enter into the foregoing Grant Agreement under the laws of the State of Colorado.
Further, I have examined the foregoing Grant Agreement and the actions taken by said Sponsor and Sponsor's official representative
has been duly authorized and that the execution thereof is in all respects due and proper and in accordance with the laws of the said
State and the Act. In addition, for grants involving projects to be carried out on property not owned by the Sponsor, there are no legal
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ATTACHMENT 5
November 2020
Northern Colorado
Regional Airport
MASTER
PLAN
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ATTACHMENT 6
November 2020
1743 Wazee Street, Suite 400
Denver, Colorado 80202
303.888.1904
ryan.hayes@meadhunt.com
www.meadhunt.com
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Airport Staff
Jason Licon
Aaron Ehle
Shawn Battmer
Airport Commission
Wade Troxell, Chair
Tom Fleming, Vice-Chair
Don Overcash
Darin Atteberry
Curt Burgener
Steve Adams
Jerry Stooksbury
Planning &
Development
Subcommittee
Tom Fleming
Diane Jones
Josh Birks
Troy Bliss
James Hayes
Mead & Hunt
Ryan Hayes
Lauren Rasmussen
AMCG
Centennial, Colorado
Gruen Gruen + Associates
Denver, Colorado
Leibowitz & Horton
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Quantum Spatial
Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary ........................................................................................................... E.1
1.0 Introduction .......................................................................................................... 1.1
1.1 Master Plan Study Goals ................................................................................................. 1.1
1.2 Airport Location and Vicinity ........................................................................................ 1.2
1.3 Airport Role .......................................................................................................................... 1.5
1.4 Airport Development History ....................................................................................... 1.5
1.5 Airport Management, Ownership Structure, and Airport Commission ....... 1.6
1.6 FNL Planning and Development Subcommittee (PDSC) ................................... 1.6
1.7 Economic Impact ............................................................................................................... 1.7
2.0 Inventory of Existing Conditions ........................................................................... 2.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 2.1
2.1 Previous Planning Studies ...................................................................................... 2.3
2.2 Airside ............................................................................................................................. 2.5
2.3 Airspace System .......................................................................................................... 2.8
2.4 Landside Facilities .................................................................................................... 2.13
2.5 Airport Support Facilities and Equipment ...................................................... 2.14
2.6 Airport Access and Circulation Network ......................................................... 2.15
2.7 Automobile Parking Lots and Transportation .............................................. 2.16
2.8 Emergency Response ............................................................................................. 2.16
2.9 Utilities .......................................................................................................................... 2.17
2.10 Airport Environs ........................................................................................................ 2.18
2.11 Environmental Baseline Conditions .................................................................. 2.26
3.0 Aviation Activity Forecasts ..................................................................................... 3.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 3.1
3.1 Current Statistics and Aviation Environment .................................................. 3.2
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3.2 Historical Airport Activity ........................................................................................ 3.8
3.3 Forecast Documentation Review and Data Sources .................................. 3.14
3.4 Forecast Approach and Methodology ............................................................. 3.17
3.5 Aviation Activity Forecasts .................................................................................... 3.18
3.6 Aviation Forecasts Summary ............................................................................... 3.33
4.0 Capacity Analysis and Facility Requirements ............................................... 4.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 4.1
4.1 Airfield Capacity Methodology .................................................................................... 4.4
4.2 Airfield Capacity Analysis ............................................................................................. 4.12
4.3 Facility Requirements ..................................................................................................... 4.13
5.0 Alternatives Analysis ........................................................................................... 5.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 5.1
5.1 Assumptions ........................................................................................................................ 5.1
5.2 Development Goals .......................................................................................................... 5.3
5.3 Airfield Development Plan ............................................................................................. 5.4
5.4 Passenger Terminal Area Alternatives ...................................................................... 5.24
5.5 Passenger Terminal Building Alternatives ............................................................. 5.28
5.6 Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) ...................................................................... 5.35
6.0 Airport Influence Area Market Analysis and Recommendations Study
Summary .............................................................................................................................. 6.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 6.1
6.1 Study Background ............................................................................................................. 6.2
6.2 Existing Land Use and Development ......................................................................... 6.3
6.3 Real Estate Market Conditions ..................................................................................... 6.5
6.4 AIA Future Land Use Demand and Planning Considerations .......................... 6.6
6.5 AIA Recommendations ................................................................................................. 6.10
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7.0 Airport Plans ......................................................................................................... 7.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 7.1
7.1 Cover ...................................................................................................................................... 7.2
7.2 Airport Data ......................................................................................................................... 7.2
7.3 Existing and Future Airport Layout Plans ................................................................. 7.3
7.4 Airspace Plan ....................................................................................................................... 7.4
7.5 Inner Approach Surfaces ................................................................................................ 7.4
7.6 Departure Surface Drawing ........................................................................................... 7.5
7.7 Terminal Area Plan ............................................................................................................ 7.5
7.8 Land Use Plan ...................................................................................................................... 7.6
7.9 Airport Property Map ....................................................................................................... 7.7
8.0 Development Program and Needs Assessment .......................................... 8.1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 8.1
8.1 Implementation Schedule and Project List ............................................................. 8.2
8.2 Cost Estimates ..................................................................................................................... 8.2
8.3 Capital Improvement Program..................................................................................... 8.6
8.4 Phasing Plan ....................................................................................................................... 8.6
8.5 Finanical Plan and Implementation Strategy ........................................................ 8.11
8.6 Summary ............................................................................................................................. 8.11
9.0 Financial Implementation Analysis ............................................................... 9.1
9.1 Financial Analysis Objectives ........................................................................................ 9.1
9.2 Overall Approach ............................................................................................................... 9.1
9.3 Organization, Accounting and Budgeting ............................................................... 9.2
9.4 Aviation Forecasts ............................................................................................................. 9.3
9.5 Capital Funding Sources ................................................................................................. 9.3
9.6 Financial Analysis and Implementation Plan for the Master Plan Capital
Improvement Program ............................................................................................................ 9.9
9.7 Analysis Schedules .......................................................................................................... 9.22
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1: Airport Pavement Inventory Summary ............................................................. 2.1
Table 2-2: Airport Facilities Inventory Summary ................................................................ 2.2
Table 2-3: FNL Taxiway System ................................................................................................. 2.2
Table 2-4: Airport Facilities Inventory Summary ................................................................ 2.7
Table 2-5: ARFF Response Vehicles ....................................................................................... 2.15
Table 2-6: Threatened and Endangered Species in Larimer County ........................ 2.28
Table 2-7: Sites Reporting Generation of Hazardous Waste to EPA ........................ 2.30
Table 3-1: Historical Population Data and Population Projections ............................ 3.4
Table 3-2: Historical Aviation Activity ..................................................................................... 3.9
Table 3-3: 2018 Based Aircraft by Type ............................................................................... 3.12
Table 3-4: FY 2018 TFMSC Operations Estimate by ARC .............................................. 3.14
Table 3-5: Forecasted Enplanements Scenario Comparison ....................................... 3.21
Table 3-6: Commercial Service Forecast ............................................................................. 3.23
Table 3-7: General Aviation (GA) Operations Forecast Scenarios, 2013-2038 ..... 3.26
Table 3-8: Local and Itinerant Operations Forecast ........................................................ 3.28
Table 3-9: General Aviation (GA) Based Aircraft Forecast, 2018-2038 .................... 3.29
Table 3-10: General Aviation (GA) Based Aircraft Fleet Mix, 2018-2038 ................ 3.31
Table 3-11: Summary of Aviation Activity Forecasts, 2018-2038 .............................. 3.34
Table 3-12: Master Plan Forecasts/TAF Forecast Comparison, 2018-2038 ........... 3.35
Table 4-1: Capacity Analysis and Facility Requirements Recommendations
Summary ............................................................................................................................................ 4.2
Table 4-2: Visibility and Ceiling Criteria ................................................................................. 4.5
Table 4-3: National Climatic Data Center Approach Visibility Minimums ............... 4.5
Table 4-4: All Weather Wind Coverage Summary ............................................................. 4.7
Table 4-5: IFR Wind Coverage Summary .............................................................................. 4.9
Table 4-6: VFR Wind Coverage Summary ........................................................................... 4.10
Table 4-7: Aircraft Weight Classifications ........................................................................... 4.11
Table 4-8: RDC C/D-III Runway Design Standards – Runway 15/33 ........................ 4.14
Table 4-9: Taxiway Design Group (TDG) 3 Standards .................................................... 4.15
Table 4-10: RDC B-I Small Aircraft Runway Design Standards – Runway 6/24 ... 4.16
Table 4-11: 2007/2018 Runway Length Requirements Comparison ....................... 4.22
Table 4-12: Runway Protection Zones ................................................................................. 4.23
Table 4-13: ARFF Support Requirements ............................................................................ 4.30
Table 4-14: Future Terminal Program .................................................................................. 4.37
Table 5-1: Airfield Recommendations Summary ............................................................... 5.6
Table 6-1: AIA Projected Land Use 20-Year Demand ...................................................... 6.6
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Table 8-1: Phase A (0-5 years) Development Plan Project Costs ................................ 8.3
Table 8-2: Phase B (6-10 years) Development Plan Project Costs .............................. 8.4
Table 8-3: Phase C (11-20 years) Development Plan Project Costs ........................... 8.5
Table 9-1: Summary of 2020 Base Year and Total Escalated Costs for the Master
Plan Capital Improvement Program...................................................................................... 9.10
Table 9-2: Summary of Sources and Uses of Capital Funding for the Master Plan
Capital Improvement Program ............................................................................................... 9.13
Table 9-3: Summary of Application of Funding Sources to Master Plan Capital
Project Categories ........................................................................................................................ 9.14
LIST OF SCHEDULES
Schedule 9-1. Estimated Project Costs and Development Schedule
Schedule 9-2. Projected Capital Funding Sources
Schedule 9-3. PFC Serviced Debt Issue
Schedule 9-4. Actual, Budgeted and Projected Operations & Maintenance
Expenses
Schedule 9-5. Actual, Budgeted and Projected Operating Revenues
Schedule 9-6. Financial Plan Summary – Budgeted and Projected Net Revenues,
Capital Funding and Capital Expenditures
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: Airport Location Map ............................................................................................. 1.3
Figure 1-2: Airport Vicinity Map ............................................................................................... 1.4
Figure 1-3: Economic Impacts of FNL .................................................................................... 1.7
Figure 2-1: Existing Airfield Layout .......................................................................................... 2.6
Figure 2-2: FNL Airspace/NAVAIDS Summary .................................................................. 2.10
Figure 2-3: Airspace Classifications ....................................................................................... 2.11
Figure 2-4: Central Remote Tower Camera ........................................................................ 2.12
Figure 2-5: Airport Environs ..................................................................................................... 2.19
Figure 2-6: Generalized Existing Zoning ............................................................................. 2.21
Figure 2-7: Generalized Future Land Use ............................................................................ 2.23
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Figure 2-8: Airport Influence Area ......................................................................................... 2.25
Figure 2-9: 2007 DNL Noise Contours ................................................................................. 2.33
Figure 3-1: Historical TFMSC Operations ............................................................................ 3.11
Figure 3-2: Historical Passenger Enplanements and Forecast Enplanement
Scenarios .......................................................................................................................................... 3.22
Figure 3-3: General Aviation (GA)/Air Taxi Operations Forecasts, 2018-2038 ..... 3.27
Figure 3-4: Based Aircraft Forecast Scenarios, 2018-2038 ........................................... 3.30
Figure 4-1: Representative Aircraft by RDC ......................................................................... 4.3
Figure 4-2: All Weather Windrose ........................................................................................... 4.7
Figure 4-3: IFR Windrose ............................................................................................................. 4.9
Figure 4-4: Airfield Design Surfaces ...................................................................................... 4.18
Figure 4-5: Airbus A320 Take-Off Weight Limitations ................................................... 4.20
Figure 4-6: Airbus A319 Take-Off Weight Limitations ................................................... 4.20
Figure 5-1: Airfield Recommendations .................................................................................. 5.9
Figure 5-2: Northeast Alternative 1 ....................................................................................... 5.12
Figure 5-3: Northeast Alternative 2 ....................................................................................... 5.14
Figure 5-4: Southeast Alternative 1 ....................................................................................... 5.17
Figure 5-5: Southeast Alternative 2 ....................................................................................... 5.19
Figure 5-6: West Alternative 1 ................................................................................................. 5.21
Figure 5-7: West Alternative 2 ................................................................................................. 5.23
Figure 5-8: Terminal Area Alternative 1 ............................................................................... 5.25
Figure 5-9: Terminal Area Alternative 2 ............................................................................... 5.27
Figure 5-10: Terminal Layout, One Story Alternative ..................................................... 5.30
Figure 5-11: Terminal Layout, Two Story Alternative, Level 1 ..................................... 5.33
Figure 5-12: Terminal Layout, Two Story Alternative, Level 2 ..................................... 5.34
Figure 5-13: Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) ......................................................... 5.36
Figure 6-1: Off-Airport Undeveloped Land in the AIA .................................................... 6.4
Figure 6-2: Residential Development Activity in AIA Vicinity ....................................... 6.8
Figure 6-3: Future AIA Residential Compatibility .............................................................. 6.9
Figure 8-1: Project Phasing Plan – Phase A .......................................................................... 8.7
Figure 8-2: Project Phasing Plan – Phase B .......................................................................... 8.8
Figure 8-3: Project Phasing Plan – Phase C .......................................................................... 8.9
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LIST OF APPENDICIES
Appendix A – Acronyms & Glossary
Appendix B – Airport Influence Area Market Analysis & Recommendations
Appendix C – Passenger Demand Analysis
Appendix D – General Aviation Industry Analysis
Appendix E – Facility Needs Assessment
Appendix F – Waste Diversion Plan
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▪ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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E.1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Cities of Fort Collins and Loveland are located along the Front Range of the
Rocky Mountains, east of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho &
Roosevelt National Forests, approximately 50 miles north of Denver along
Interstate 25. Jointly owned and operated by the Cities of Fort Collins and
Loveland, Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL or Airport) is a vital asset to a
major commercial center in the Fort Collins/Loveland area and a key component
of the region’s growing high-tech, innovation-focused economy.
The Northern Colorado Regional Airport Master Plan was prepared to guide the
physical development of Airport property to accommodate existing and
anticipated aviation activity. In addition, other factors relating to the Airport and
its environs were evaluated, such as surrounding land use, environmental
impacts, and financial planning.
As a general aviation and commercial service airport, FNL is a major economic
catalyst in the northern Colorado region. In addition to the many aviation-related
assets, the Airport also provides benefits to local businesses and industries,
promotes tourism, and supports business development and expansion
throughout northern Colorado. The 2020 Colorado Aviation Economic Impact
Study by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) estimated the total
impact in 2018 of Northern Colorado Regional Airport at 1,072 jobs with a total
payroll of $52 Million and a total annual economic output of $161 Million.
The Airport’s current Master Plan was completed in 2007. Since that time, there
have been numerous changes in aviation at the local, regional, and national
levels. For instance, Allegiant discontinued its commercial service at FNL in 2012.
In 2017, FNL was selected as the test site for the Colorado Remote Tower Project.
The COVID-19 pandemic, which began in 2020, caused a great amount of
disruption and uncertainty throughout the aviation industry. The pandemic
prompted the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security
(CARES) Act, which included $10 billion of economic relief for U.S. airports,
including FNL, for the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the
pandemic. This Master Plan serves as a reevaluation of the existing and projected
aviation needs at FNL and provides the framework for the physical development
at the Airport over the next 20 years. Most importantly, it identifies and reserves
space for the continued improvement needs of the Airport in a manner that is
financially feasible and appropriate in consideration of its surroundings. This is
not a decision document, but rather a planning tool that indicates how the
Airport’s land might best be used to meet anticipated future demand and needs.
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E.2
The long-term development plan for the Airport is described in the following
sections and is graphically depicted in the Conceptual Development Plan (CDP)
shown in Figure E-1.
Key Components of the Master Plan Study
Key issues and considerations addressed in this Master Plan include:
▪ The incorporation of the strategic plan goals, objectives and initiatives
outlined in the Airport’s 2018 Strategic Plan.
▪ The anticipated return of commercial service in relation to aviation forecasts
and future facility needs, including widening and extending Runway 15/33, a
new commercial passenger terminal building, and improved vehicle access
and parking.
▪ The selection of FNL as the test facility for the Colorado Remote Tower
Project.
▪ The integration of compatible land use planning and the development of an
Airport Influence Area Plan.
▪ The preservation of space to accommodate a future parallel runway as well as
additional aviation and non-aviation related facilities to support the strategic
objectives of the Airport.
▪ The flexibility to adapt to evolving conditions and needs.
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E.3
E.3
Figure E-1: Conceptual Development Plan
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E.4
Study Findings
Airport Influence Area Study Summary
Gruen Gruen + Associates (GG+A), a real estate firm specializing in market
analysis, compiled an economic evaluation of the FNL Airport Influence Area
(AIA). This study effort was conducted to comprehensively analyze the existing
economic and development conditions within the AIA and to provide a
framework to be used by the Cities of Loveland and Fort Collins, and Larimer
County in their future land use decision making processes. The
recommendations of this study are intended to be used to develop a framework
for future compatible land use and infrastructure planning on and around the
Airport.
Since much of this effort was not eligible for federal grant funding under the FAA
Airport Improvement Program (AIP), it was completed separately from the other
chapters in this Master Plan Update. Key recommendations of the AIA Study
include:
▪ Develop implementation plan to lay the groundwork for a successful
research and technology park or innovation district within the AIA.
▪ Encourage a long-term competitive functioning land market in the AIA.
▪ Proactively plan for a thriving mixed-use environment compatible with
Airport operations.
▪ Maintain vigilance in protecting Airport from encroachment/
incompatible land uses.
▪ Encourage Larimer County and City of Fort Collins to establish
requirements within the AIA that are similar to City of Loveland’s
overlay zoning ordinance (via zoning or similar measure).
▪ Adopt additional land use compatibility measures to avoid problems
with commercial air service development in the future (Aviation Activity
Notices, requirements for new/amended plats).
▪ Establish uniform procedures (across jurisdictions) for Airport
Director/Commissioners to provide review of all development
proposals, land use applications, and proposed zoning changes
in the AIA.
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E.5
Aviation Activity Forecasts Summary
In order to provide a defined rationale for necessary improvements needed at
FNL as demand increases, aviation activity forecasts were developed using
approaches outlined in FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5070-6B - Airport Master
Plans. The aviation activity forecasts, which are detailed in Chapter 3, were
developed for the 20-year planning period (2018-2038) and based on historic
activity, industry trends, local socioeconomic data, and considered the changes
that have occurred at FNL since the completion of previous planning studies.
Four passenger enplanement forecast scenarios were developed and evaluated.
Because of the remote tower Project at FNL, three of the scenarios assumed that
commercial service would resume at FNL (presumably sometime in 2020
following the introduction of air traffic control as part of the remote tower
project). The Medium grown scenario, which is based on a 3.25% Annual
Compound Growth Rate (ACGR) and the return of commercial service to two
destinations (Las Vegas and Phoenix-Mesa), was selected as the preferred
forecast for several reasons. Given Allegiant’s successful history in providing
commercial service routes to Las Vegas and Phoenix-Mesa have been successful,
and it is reasonable to believe they could be successful again once their
requirement for air traffic control at the Airport has been met.
Over the next 20 years, the types of aircraft projected to operate at FNL are the
same as those that presently operate at the Airport, including small single engine
prop-aircraft, larger business jet aircraft, and narrow body commercial passenger
service aircraft, such A320. Overall, total aircraft operations, passenger
enplanements, and based aircraft at FNL are anticipated to increase over the
course of the 20-year planning period, as shown in Table E-1. The number of
annual aircraft operations (landings and takeoffs) at the Airport is forecast to
increase from just approximately 94,900 in 2018 to just over 142,000 by the end
of the 20-year planning period. As shown below, it’s anticipated that passenger
enplanements will grow significantly during the planning period. The number of
based aircraft at the Airport is expected to increase from 256 in 2018 to 325 in 20
years.
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Table E-1: Aviation Activity Forecasts Summary, 2018-2038
Aviation Activity 2018 2023 2028 2033 2038
OPERATIONS
Commercial Service 50 590 692 812 954
General Aviation 94,650 108,504 118,452 129,313 141,170
Military 200 200 200 200 200
TOTAL OPERATIONS 94,900 109,294 119,344 130,325 142,324
PASSENGER
ENPLANEMENTS 3,388 48,431 56,829 66,684 78,248
BASED AIRCRAFT 256 275 291 308 325
SOURCE: Mead & Hunt, 2018.
Development Program Summary
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) presented in Chapter 8 outlines the
long-term development program for FNL and includes planning level cost
estimates for each project. These airport improvement projects are addressed in
three phases to best incorporate funding mechanisms over time:
▪ Phase A – Short-Term (0-5 years)
▪ Phase B – Mid-Term (6-10 years)
▪ Phase C – Long-Term (11-20 years)
The CIP is a critical planning tool for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),
the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Division of Aeronautics, and
the local sponsors (the Cities of Fort Collins and Loveland). From the FAA’s
perspective (keeping in mind that the FAA funded roughly 90% of the cost to
prepare the Master Plan), the CIP is used by the agency when establishing
priorities and budgeting expenditures at this Airport when compared with the
needs of other airports. From the local sponsor’s perspective, the CIP identifies
improvement needs and allows budgeting/financial decisions to be made with a
comprehensive understanding of financial implications. The project included in
Phases A, B and C are illustrated on the following three figures entitled Phasing
Plans (see larger scale versions in Chapter 8 - Development Program and
Needs Assessment).
▪ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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Figures E-3, E-4 and E-5: Phasing Plans A, B, and C
▪ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
E.8
Financial Implementation Analysis
The primary objective of the Financial Implementation Analysis, which is
presented in Chapter 9 of the Master Plan, is to evaluate the Airport's capability
to fund the Development Program and to finance airport operations. The analysis
includes development of a detailed Financial Implementation Plan that presents
the results of the implementation evaluation and provides practical guidelines for
matching an appropriate amount and timing of financial sources with the
planned use of funds.
The details of the Development Program (including a capital improvement
project list, escalated project cost estimates, phasing recommendations, and a
financial feasibility analysis) have been formulated into the Financial
Implementation Analysis in consideration of comments received from Airport
management, the Airport Commission, and the PDSC. The Financial
Implementation Analysis assumes resumption of commercial passenger service at
FNL and the achievement of the aviation operations and passenger enplanement
forecasts. However, the achievement of any financial projection is dependent on
future events, the occurrence of which is currently unknown.
Based on the assumptions underlying the Financial Implementation Analysis
summarized in the Capital Cash Flow section of Schedule 9-6, implementation of
projects in the Master Plan CIP that are scheduled during the Short-Term
planning period are projected to be financially reasonable. Traditional airport
capital funding sources are anticipated to be insufficient to finance a number of
projects in the Mid-Term and Long-Term planning periods - such projects
represent funding shortfalls for the capital program. However, a number of
factors are unknown and may change by the time demand dictates the need to
plan for and construct many of those projects. Furthermore, if funding cannot
be identified for the indicated projects in the time frames needed, these projects
will also need to be modified, delayed or cancelled until such time as a funding
source is secured.
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AgendaIntroductionsWhat is an Airport Master PlanMaster Plan ProcessMaster Plan ChaptersStakeholder and Public OutreachQuestions
IntroductionsAirport Staff and Support StaffAirport CommissionConsultant TeamMead & Hunt•Ryan Hayes•Lauren RasmussenFour Specialty Sub Consultant Firms•Land Use Planning•General Aviation Industry Analysis•Financial Implementation Analysis•Airports GIS Survey
WHAT IS AN AIRPORT MASTER PLAN?
What is an Airport Master Plan Study?Decision-Making Tool to Guide Orderly Development of Future Airport FacilitiesManagement and Operating PoliciesLayout of Airport FacilitiesIdentifies Space for Future Airport DevelopmentFAA Tool for Planning and Programming PurposesAirport Layout Plan (ALP)Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP)Provides Input Related to NEPAProvides Input to City/County Land Use Planning and Regional Transportation Planning
What is an Airport Master Plan Study is NOT?Not a Business PlanNot a Strategic PlanNot a Noise StudyA Master Plan is a Physical Development Plan for the Airport that Reserves Space for Potentially Needed Facilities
2006 Master Plan Concept
MASTER PLANNING PROCESS
Key Planning ConsiderationsIncorporate Strategic Plan Statements/GoalsAppropriate Public/Stakeholder CoordinationUpdated Airfield Safety and Setback CriteriaRemote Tower CoordinationForecasts/Air Service AnalysisData Collection/AGISOn-Airport Land Use, Development and RedevelopmentTerminal Space Programming/Replacement AlternativesAirport Influence Area (AIA) Analysis and RecommendationsFinancial Implementation Analysis
INVENTORY & FORECASTS
InventoryExisting Airport LayoutAirsideLandsideExisting TerminalSupport Facilities & EquipmentAirport AccessAirspaceEmergency ResponseUtilitiesAirport EnvironsLand Use & ZoningEnvironmental Condition Baseline
Forecasts SummaryAviation Activity 2018 2023 2028 2033 2038OPERATIONS Commercial Service 50 590 692 812 954General Aviation 94,650 108,504 118,452 129,313 141,170Single Engine Piston 63,298 72,372 79,008 86,252 94,160Multi‐Engine Piston 28,470 32,009 34,351 36,854 39,528Turboprop 285 597 948 1,358 1,835Business Jet 2,847 3,526 4,146 4,849 5,647Military 200 200 200 200 200TOTAL OPERATIONS 94,900 109,294 119,344 130,325 142,324Local Operations 35,208 43,280 50,244 58,125 67,034Itinerant Operations 59,692 66,013 69,100 72,200 75,289PASSENGER ENPLANEMENTSEnplanements 3,388 48,431 56,829 66,684 78,248BASED AIRCRAFT BY TYPESingle Engine Piston 216 230 241 253 265Multi‐Engine Piston 16 16 16 16 16Glider/Ultra‐Light 2 3 4 5 6Business Jet 9 11 13 15 17Helicopter 13 15 17 19 21TOTAL BASED AIRCRAFT 256 275 291 308 325Commercial Operations ForecastsYearAir Carrier EnplanementsForecastAverage # of Seats/DepartureBLF DeparturesAir Carrier Operations220181,33,388 177 77% 2550202348,431 177 93% 295590202856,829 177 93% 346692203366,684 177 93% 406812203878,248 177 93% 477954Source:Mead & Hunt.Notes:1. 2018 enplanements and operational data sourced from the 2018 FAA TAF.2. Operations = Departures x 2. 3. 2018 air carrier operations data sourced from the 2018 FAA TAF.
FACILITY REQUIREMENTS
Critical AircraftFAA Definition of Critical (Design) Aircraft:The most demanding aircraft (or family of aircraft) with at least 500 annual operations that operates, or is expected to operate, at the Airport.Runway 15/33 Critical AircraftC/D-III, A319/A320 + business jet fleet Runway 6/24 Critical AircraftB-I Small, family of single engine piston-driven general aviation aircraft
Design StandardsFAA has updated design standards since last master plan Runway and taxiway design standards are based on the Critical AircraftRunway 15/33 RDC C/D-III design standardsRunway 6/24 RDC B-I Small design standards
Airfield Capacity AnalysisAnnual Service Volume (ASV) = 205,000 OperationsForecasts indicate the NOCO will reach:•46% of ASV in 2018•69% of ASV in 2038FAA recommends planning for a parallel runway when ASV reaches 60%Parallel Runway ASV = 260,000 OperationsWind AnalysisFAA 95% Coverage Requirement for Crosswind RunwaysRunway 10.5 knots 13 knots 16 knotsAll WeatherRunway 15/33 95.24%97.26% 98.93%Runway 6/24 91.57% N/A N/ACombined 98.95% 99.68% 99.93%All Weather Wind Coverage Summary SOURCE: Wind analysis tabulation provided by Mead & Hunt utilizing the FAA Airport Design Tools, Wind Analysis. Wind data obtained from AWOS Station 724769, Fort Collins Loveland. Period of Record: 2008-2017.NOTES: Runway 15/33 true bearing is 160 degrees. Runway 6/24 true bearing is 71 degrees. Wind data period of record is 2008 to 2017. All Weather observations – 233,128. A 60-knot tailwind component was used for bidirectional runway wind analysis.
Landside Facility RequirementsGeneral AviationHangar space to accommodate 70 additional based aircraft over 20 years.Additional apron space for transient aircraft tie-downsNon-aeronautical developmentDemand for up to 100 acres of non-aeronautical developmentRemote Tower Control BuildingPlan for future permanent buildingCirculation and AccessWiden Earhart Rd. from Lindbergh Drive to commercial terminal parking lot. Consider future loop road around terminal parking.Vehicle ParkingPlan to double current terminal parking lot size
Passenger Terminal Facility RequirementsTerminal Demand Profiles and Program SummaryFuture Terminal (2022)Departure & Arrivals Demand ProfilesDesign Aircraft A320Design Aircraft Seats 177Peak Hour Design Load Factor 85%Peak Hour Originating Passengers (PHOP) 150Peak Ten‐Minute Percent of Originating Passengers 20%Peak Ten‐Minute Originating Passengers 30Peak Hour Terminating Passengers (PHTP) 150Peak Hour Terminating Passengers w/Bags Percent 78%Peak Hour Terminating Passengers w/Bags 117Peak Twenty Minute Terminating Passengers w/Bags 117Peak Twenty Minute Terminating Passengers w/Bags Percent100%Terminal Program Design Aircraft: Airbus A320, 177 seatsDeparture & Arrival Demand Profiles85% design load factor (industry standard)150 peak hour passengersTerminal Square Footage Recommendation30,500 square feetAccommodate 2 gates/2 air carriers
ALTERNATIVES
Alternatives GoalsProvide direction for future airport developmentFacilitate strategic plan goals Facilitate center for innovationEncourage private and public investment and compatible land useEnhance fiscal self-sufficiencyConsider aircraft operational requirementsConsider emerging technology such as electric aircraftMaximize airport access and approach capabilitiesPlan for environmental compatibilityHangar construction at FNL in 2018
Alternatives Assumptions ASSUMPTION 1: Recommended improvements must comply with local, state, and federal regulations. ASSUMPTION 2: Role of the Airport and return of commercial service. ASSUMPTION 3: Airfield design aircraft. ASSUMPTION 4: Runway approach, length and width requirements. ASSUMPTION 5: Efficient and targeted development. ASSUMPTION 6: Continued use of Runway 6/24. ASSUMPTION 7: Air carrier passenger terminal requirements.ASSUMPTION 8: Remote tower requirements. Remote tower camera mast aerial view (Source: CDOT)View of Runway 6/24
Airfield RecommendationsNo significant changes required to existing or planned airfield configurationAirfield Recommendations SummaryAirfield Facility Required ImprovementRunway 15/33Widen to 150’*1,000’ takeoff only extension to the south*Extend taxiway A in association with Runway extension*Relocate Runway 33 departure RPZParallel Runway 15R/33LPlan for future parallel runway *Plan for bypass taxiways at 15R and 33L Runway ends*Runway 6/24Plan for parallel taxiways to TDG 2 standards*Taxiway SystemUpdate fillets to meet current design standardsAirfield Visual AidsInstall MALS at Runway end 15L** 2007 Master Plan Recommendation
Passenger Terminal BuildingAlternative 1One Story Conceptual Functional Layout
Conceptual Development Plan & Implementation
Implementation:Sources and Uses of Capital FundingShort-Term Mid-Term Long-TermSources of Capital Funding (2020-2024) (2025-2029) (2030-2039) TotalsAIP Entitlement Grants $4,835,000 $4,944,318 $11,016,660 $20,795,979 AIP Discretionary Grants 13,757,157 5,506,538 42,522,265 61,785,960CARES Act Capital Funds 14,899,719 0 0 14,899,719CDOT Aviation Grants 1,084,357 1,747,270 2,458,186 5,289,812Passenger Facility Charges - Pay Go 0 1,309,711 118,524 1,428,235Passenger Facility Charges - Debt 497,802 797,270 2,340,753 3,635,824Private 3rd Party Funding5,809,273 24,007,138 6,933,405 36,749,816Cash Reserves/Net Ops Cash Flow 2,053,010 166,145 0 2,219,154Total Anticipated Sources of Capital Funding42,936,317 38,478,388 65,389,793 146,804,499Funding Shortfall 0 40,435,988 42,722,248 83,158,236Total Required Sources of Capital Funding$42,936,317 $78,914,376 $108,112,041 $229,962,735 Short-Term Mid-Term Long-TermUses of Capital Funding (2020-2024) (2025-2029) (2030-2039) TotalsRunway/Taxiway Improvements $17,685,838 $13,261,484 $55,103,574 $86,050,896 Aircraft Apron Improvements 9,285,571 5,929,294 16,270,180 31,485,045Terminal Building and Expansion 13,200,000 11,128,575 118,524 24,447,099Roadways, Parking and Related Landside Improvements 2,000,000 17,058,351 16,712,906 35,771,257General Aviation Private Facility Improvements 0 20,071,541 5,265,277 25,336,818SRE Equipment 764,909 2,103,084 3,399,503 6,267,496ARFF Equipment 0 172,182 1,075,192 1,247,374Other Improvements 0 9,189,864 10,166,886 19,356,750Total Project Costs $42,936,317 $78,914,376 $108,112,041 $229,962,735 Note: Addition errors are due to rounding of calculated amounts
Phasing Plan – 1-5 Years
Phasing Plan – 6-10 Years
Phasing Plan – 10-20 Years
Airport Influence Area (AIA)
AIA Existing ConditionsExisting Land Use and DevelopmentDeveloped land uses (off-airport): About 2,500 acres or 27%Private property: +10,000,000 square feet of physical building space (much was built within the past 20 years)Housing units: Approximately 2,100 (mostly detached single-family units)Undeveloped land: 2,900 acres outside of Airport (approximately 2,300 acres outside of Airport Critical Zones)About 80% of undeveloped off-airport land is within the City of Loveland’s Growth Management AreaOff-Airport Undeveloped Land in AIANote: Some of this information has changed as development as occurred since this report was prepared in 2019.
AIA Land Use/Real Estate Market FindingsNear-term market is likely to be stronger for industrial/flex uses than for traditional private office usesPrevailing asking rents for existing space is important distinction between office and industrial/flex uses in the market areaIndustrial space rents are typically high enough to encourage new developmentCurrent market for all types of housing within and near the AIA is strong (likely to continue)Appeals to residential and nonresidential uses Centrality in the region and accessibility to I-25Recent hotel development activity has been strong. Primary generators of hotel demand in AIA are related to business travel & interstate travelSome hotels being built ahead of marketOff-Airport Building Space (Square Feet by Year Built)1Pre‐2000 2000‐2018 TotalIndustrial2,184,000 848,000 3,032,000Office226,000 1,189,000 1,415,000Retail2361,000 1,051,000 1,412,000Hotel127,000 319,000 446,000Residential1,096,000 3,555,000 4,651,000NOTES: 1Figures are rounded. Estimates do not contain building spaces on public/exempt parcels (such as the Larimer County Fairgrounds property).2Includes restaurants and auto dealers.Existing Off-Airport Land Use in AIA1,4003793302351091,3851,2543,057800ResidentialPublic/InstitutionalIndustrialCommercialOfficeWater Bodies/LakesNatural Areas/Open SpaceAgricultural and/or VacantRight of WayIN ACRES
AIA Potential for Research/TechnologySuccessful Research/Technology Parks or “Innovation Districts”Excellent accessibility to transportation linksHigh quality technology infrastructureParticipating academic institutions (with a strong reputation for encouraging technology transfer)Other “bell cow” educational, government, other institutional, and industry anchor occupantsOn-site amenities such as child care, restaurant, health club, hotel, and business support uses as well as housing uses An existing technology labor pool base and technology cluster
AIA Residential Compatibility and Land UseCurrent volume/type of aviation activity has not deterred residential development in the AIA. Opposition to long-term commercial air service could arise if residential uses of any significant scale allowed to develop closer to Airport Critical Zones and the 65 DNL.Land Use 20‐Year DemandEstimated Land RequirementSingle‐Family Residential2,000‐2,800 units 331‐464 acresIndustrial/Flex2,254,000‐3,006,000 (sq. ft.) 172‐230 acresMulti‐Family Residential1,400‐1,800 units 58‐73 acresOffice869,000‐1,216,000 (sq. ft.) 57‐80 acresHotel460 rooms 9‐11 acresFuture Land Use DemandNOTES: Blue Dots indicate single familyYellow Dots indicate multi-family
Airport Influence Area RecommendationsDevelop implementation plan to lay the groundwork for a successful research and technology park or innovation district within the AIA Secure participation from academic institutions and clearly define roles and contributions required by participants/stakeholdersEncourage a long-term competitive functioning land market in the AIA Allocate more land for office and industrial/flex uses than the 230 to 310 acres of demand forecast over the next 20 yearsIdentify sites, including portions of Airport property, on which to encourage long-term industrial/flex developmentProactively plan for a thriving mixed-use environment compatible with Airport operationsFurther establish user-friendly environment with appropriate design/use standardsAllow/encourage additional residential development where it will not conflict with AirportAnticipate long term expansion of the existing medical activity center centered around the UCHealth Medical Center of the RockiesMaintain vigilance in protecting Airport from encroachment/incompatible land usesEncourage Larimer County and City of Fort Collins to establish requirements similar to City of Loveland’s overlay zoning ordinance (via zoning or similar measure)Adopt additional land use compatibility measures to avoid problems with commercial air service development in the future (Aviation Activity Notices, requirements for new/amended plats)Establish uniform procedures (across jurisdictions) for Airport Director/Commissioners to provide review of all development proposals, land use applications, and proposed zoning changes in the AIA.
Stakeholder and Public Outreach
Planning and Development Subcommittee (PDSC)PDSC RoleServed as a technical review group and reviewed and commented on working papers. Served as sounding board for recommendations and provided input at every step in the process.Stakeholder Meetings and EventsPublic Open HousesFinancial Plan Meeting/Workshop
Public Outreach Meetings1.Master Plan Introduction (May 2019)2.Master Plan Recommendations (September 2019)3.Master Plan Draft – Virtual via Zoom(August 2020)We want to hear from you!Master Plan Website: https://www.flynoco.com/mpu/Updated FAQDraft Final Report and Individual ChaptersProject updatesOpen House presentation materialsSubmit comments Follow the Airport on Social Media for UpdatesContact the Airport Directlyairportmasterplan@cityofloveland.org
Public Comment Topics15%31%23%4%4%4%8%11%NoiseAirline ServiceTerminalAirport AccessRemote TowerAirfield ImprovementsLandside ImprovementsOther
QuestionsFollow the Airport on Social Media
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RESOLUTION 2020-104
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
APPROVING THE 2020 MASTER PLAN FOR THE
NORTHERN COLORADO REGIONAL AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the Cities of Fort Collins (“Fort Collins”) and Loveland (“Loveland”)
jointly own and operate the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (the “Airport”) pursuant to that
Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement dated January 22, 2015 (the “IGA”), as
amended; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) requires that public use
airports, such as the Airport, update their master plans approximately every ten years; and
WHEREAS, the Airport’s current Master Plan was approved in 2007, and requires
updating; and
WHEREAS, the Airport began the project of updating its 2007 Master Plan in 2018 wit h
the assistance of consultant Mead & Hunt, and since 2018, Airport staff and its consultant have
conducted over thirty public meetings throughout the process of updating the Master Plan to
receive input from various stakeholders and the public; and
WHEREAS, the Northern Colorado Regional Airport Master Plan Study, November
2020 FINAL REPORT (the “2020 Master Plan”) has been completed;
WHEREAS, the Northern Colorado Regional Airport Commission reviewed and
approved the 2020 Master Plan at its September 17, 2020 meeting; and
WHEREAS, the City Council along with the Loveland City Council held a joint meeting
on October 19, 2020, to receive a presentation and other information regarding the 2020 Master
Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to approve the 2020 Master Plan as being in the
best interests of the City, its residents, the Airport and its stakeholders.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council hereby makes any and all determinations and
findings contained in the recitals set forth above.
Section 2. That the 2020 Master Plan for the Airport, a copy of which is on file with
the Office of the City Clerk, is hereby approved.
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Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this
17th day of November, A.D. 2019.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk