HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - COMPLETE AGENDA - 05/25/2021 - ADJOURNED MEETINGCity of Fort Collins Page 1
Jeni Arndt, Mayor
Emily Gorgol, District 6, Mayor Pro Tem
Susan Gutowsky, District 1
Julie Pignataro, District 2
Tricia Canonico, District 3
Shirley Peel, District 4
Kelly Ohlson, District 5
Remote Meeting
City Hall West
300 LaPorte Avenue
Fort Collins, Colorado
Cablecast on FCTV
Channel 14 on Connexion
Channel 14 and 881 on Comcast
Carrie Daggett Darin Atteberry Delynn Coldiron
City Attorney City Manager City Clerk
Adjourned Meeting
May 25, 2021
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posible.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
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Discussion Items
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● No items for discussion.
OTHER BUSINESS
A. Possible consideration of the initiation of new ordinances and/or resolutions by Councilmembers.
(Three or more individual Councilmembers may direct the City Manager and City Attorney to initiate
and move forward with development and preparation of resolutions and ordinances not originating
from the Council's Policy Agenda or initiated by staff.)
B. Consider a motion to provide staff direction related to this appeal pertaining to the I-25/Harmony
Billboard:
“I move that the City Council direct the City Attorney to [or not] file an appeal with the Colorado
Court of Appeals in the City of Fort Collins v. Larimer County Board of County Commissioners and
Street Media Group lawsuit concerning the Board of Commissioners’ approval of the Street Media
Group’s Electronic Billboard.”
C. Consideration of a motion to go into executive session to discuss legal issues pertaining to Northern
Integrated Supply Project:
“I move that the City Council go into executive session for the purpose of discussing with the City’s
attorneys and appropriate management staff specific legal questions pertaining to the Northern
Integrated Supply Project pursuant to:
ꞏ City Charter Article Roman Numeral Two, Section 11(2),
ꞏ City Code Section 2-31(a)(2) and
ꞏ Colorado Revised Statutes Section 24-6-402(4)(b).”
ADJOURNMENT
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Jeni Arndt, Mayor
Emily Gorgol, District 6, Mayor Pro Tem
Susan Gutowsky, District 1
Julie Pignataro, District 2
Tricia Canonico, District 3
Shirley Peel, District 4
Kelly Ohlson, District 5
Remote Meeting
City Hall West
300 LaPorte Avenue
Fort Collins, Colorado
Cablecast on FCTV
Channel 14 on Connexion
Channel 14 and 881 on Comcast
Carrie Daggett Darin Atteberry Delynn Coldiron
City Attorney City Manager City Clerk
Upon request, the City of Fort Collins will provide language access services for individuals who have limited English
proficiency, or auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities, to access City services, programs and
activities. Contact 221-6515 (V/TDD: Dial 711 for Relay Colorado) for assistance. Please provide 48 hours advance
notice when possible.
A petición, la Ciudad de Fort Collins proporcionará servicios de acceso a idiomas para personas que no dominan el
idioma inglés, o ayudas y servicios auxiliares para personas con discapacidad, para que pued an acceder a los
servicios, programas y actividades de la Ciudad. Para asistencia, llame al 221-6515 (V/TDD: Marque 711 para Relay
Colorado). Por favor proporcione 48 horas de aviso previo cuando sea posible.
City Council Work Session
May 25, 2021
(After the Adjourned Council meeting, which begins at 6:00 p.m.)
• CALL TO ORDER.
1. Regional Reignite Strategic Plan. (staff: Jackie Kozak-Thiel, Josh Birks; 12 minute presentation;
45 minute discussion)
The purpose of this item is to provide an overview of the two county, Larimer-Weld, economic
recovery plan which will provide a regional framework that can be adapted to meet local goals and
objectives.
2. Fort Collins Recovery Plan. (staff: SeonAh Kendall, Travis Storin; 15 minute presentation; 45
minute discussion)
The purpose of this item is to provide an overview of the City Recovery Plan and how to integrate the
funding from the American Rescue Plan Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund to
advance a resilient, vibrant, inclusive future for Fort Collins residents and businesses.
• ANNOUNCEMENTS.
• ADJOURNMENT.
DATE:
STAFF:
May 25, 2021
Josh Birks, Economic Health Director
WORK SESSION ITEM
City Council
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Regional Reignite Strategic Plan.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this item is to provide an overview of the two county, Larimer-Weld, economic recovery plan which
will provide a regional framework that can be adapted to meet local goals and objectives.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Does Council have any questions about the City’s engagement in the regional recovery planning process?
2. What challenges and/or opportunities does Council see in economic recovery?
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
National, state and local governments took several public health actions intended to slow the spread of the
COVID-19 virus and reduce the impact on our public health infrastructure and institutions. These actions led to
steep economic decline impacting our entire economy, including restaurants, entertainment, hospitality, retail,
higher education, oil and gas, agriculture, food processing, beer production, manufacturing, hospitals, non -
COVID-19 related health care, and personal services. Reigniting and rebuilding the eco nomy will take a concerted
effort of private sector, public sector, non-profits, and membership-based associations.
History of Collaboration
Northern Colorado benefits from years of regional collaboration amongst economic development professionals
and planning staff in Larimer and Weld counties. In 2019, the two counties formalized the relationship by
executing a Memorandum of Understanding recognizing that significant benefit can result from collaboration on
economic development activities that promote positive business attributes and amenities in Northern Colorado. As
a result, the regional economic development professionals (formally organized through the Northern Colorado
Regional Economic Development Initiative, REDI) responded rapidly as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
began to spread across both counties.
Regional Solution
Public health restrictions have eased significantly enabling the re -opening of businesses and an increase of
economic activity. Nobody knows how quickly the economy will rebound . A consensus of economists indicates a
slow recovery taking years or even a decade. Consumer, employee, and patient confidence will dictate economic
activity. In the near term, that is determined more by perceptions of safety than by an effective means of
controlling the spread of the virus.
On the positive side, Northern Colorado is resilient, smart, economically diverse, and entrepreneurial. In the long
run, the region will recover. That recovery will largely be done business by business, organization by organization
based on a multitude of individual decisions. It will be grassroots and organic.
A coordinated, collaborative regional recovery plan can provide the framework for local recovery enabling
cooperation between the public and private sectors. Und erstanding and removing functional barriers to consumer,
employee, and business re-engagement will be essential to success. It will be important for the recovery plan to
focus on reducing disincentives and barriers to economic activity and to avoid creatin g new ones.
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Principles for Success
The plan will be guided by the following principles for success developed collaboratively with all the participating
communities and entities in the Reignite process.
1. Re-instill confidence. Commerce will regain its footing as the public regains its confidence. Re-instilling
confidence for both the customer and workforce comes with the removal of functional barriers to re -engage.
Everyone shares responsibility in developing confidence - customers, businesses, government, institutions,
and associations.
2. This work is both practical and symbolic. The symbolic nature of this work is equally powerful because it
ensures the public and business know a coordinated, concerted effort is underway to help business, the
economy and workers.
3. We all have a vested interest. Local governments benefit from a strong economy and rapid recovery, which
generates tax revenue that funds quality government services and public sector quality of life amenities.
Private business benefits from quality government services. This is a symbiotic relationship that recovery can
reinforce.
4. Be data and experience driven. Do not lead with ‘solutions.’ Seek to gather and understand the data to drive
strategies and tactics. Search and scour for best practices (regionally, nationally, internationally) to identify
solutions, lessons learned as implementing, and pitfalls to avoid.
5. Focus on Economic Recovery. Keep recovery work focused on economic recovery; avoid mission creep.
Focus on the economy and the rest will follow. Non-profits deliver services not provided by government and
business. Their recovery is important to the quality of life of our region.
6. Focus on resilience. Resilience is the ability for the economy to bounce back from, weather, and/or avoid
shocks. The nature of this shock means that recovery may be uneven with setbacks. Businesses that have
quickly adopted new approaches and models - the disrupters - seem to be avoiding the worst of the downturn.
These new approaches should be understood and translated to support businesses throughout the economy.
Existing inequities will be exacerbated by the pandemic and economic recession - inequities are barriers to
economic resilience. Northern Colorado has a pioneering and entrepreneurial histo ry that will aid businesses
to rebound through innovative adaptation.
7. Re-open Economic Drivers. The key to economic recovery of the region rests primarily on reopening our
vital regional economic drivers, such as higher education, primary employers, federal labs and offices, and
key sectors (tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, etc.).
8. Do no harm. Businesses have suffered to support public health goals. The recovery plan should focus on
actions that support the survival and revival of businesses while avoiding actions and words that cause further
economic harm. The watch phrase for public policy should be “primum non nocere”, first do no harm. Every
attempt should be made to avoid new regulatory and financial burdens on businesses.
9. Avoid being short-sighted. While addressing short-term needs keep long-term economic goals in mind.
Focus on balancing the interest of both main street businesses and primary employers to maintain and
strengthen economic resilience.
10. Let form follow function. The pursuit of perfect information and data should not become the enemy of
forward motion. The structure for engaging in recovery planning should develop from the goals of the
recovery process not vice versa.
Phases of Recovery
The timeline for recovering from the current economic recession remains unclear. Even so, identifying and
naming the stages of recovery provides the foundation of clarity necessary to gauge progress and implement a
coordinated response across our region. Figure 1 below provides common nomenclat ure for phases of the
economic recession and recovery process:
1. Pre-crisis - Previous normal.
2. Response - Mitigating the decline.
3. Precovery - Awkward phase of shifting from response to rebuilding.
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4. Recovery - Focus on rebuilding economic activity.
5. New normal - Arriving at a new and established foundation of economic activity.
Figure 1: Phases of Recovery
Alignment with City Strategies
Engaging in the Reignite Our Economy planning effort aligns with several City strategic objectives. The list below
contains highlights only and not a complete list:
2020 City Strategic Plan Alignment:
● ECON 3.1 - Facilitate government and local partners to achieve effective regional economic resilience .
Regional collaboration has been a focus on the Economic Health Office since 2017. Since then, staff has
helped to form the Northern Colorado Regional Economic Development Initiative (NoCo RED;
ChooseNorthernColorado.com) which is a partnership of all the regional actors within the space across both
Larimer and Weld Counties. This group has led several efforts including formalizing the partnership between
the two counties.
● ECON 3.2 - Understand trends in local labor market and work with key partners to grow diverse
employment opportunities. A significant part of the Reignite our Economy effort has been updating and
maintaining important economic datasets about the region (found at https://nocorecovers.com/tracker/). This
information provides useful labor market data to understand the opportunities to grow diverse employment.
Previous Council Priority Alignment:
● Support Small Business - A key area of focus for the Reignite Our Economy plan will be Small Business
resiliency. Working regionally, to develop consistent services that support local and small businesses no
matter which community they operate in. Additionally, many of our small local businesses operate across
multiple communities so consistency regionally will benefit them as well.
● Create Community Jobs - An indirect benefit of a strong economic recovery will be additional job
opportunities for existing residents. Additionally, a direct focus of the plan is on skill development and bridging
between a resident’s current occupation and industries actively hiring.
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2015 Economic Health Strategic Plan Alignment:
● Think Regionally - A region that partners to address economic issues which extend beyond municipal
boundaries. Many barriers to positive economic outcomes for our community members are not unique to Fort
Collins nor can they be addressed exclusively at the local level. Partnering on issues such as Childcare Access,
Affordable Housing, Transportation/Transit infrastructure, and other similar issues regionally can help to create
more expansive local solutions.
Engagement and Feedback Summary
The planning process has just wrapped up the engagement process. A series of individual interviews with regional
employers - large and small, with public and private economic developers, and with local area chambers has netted
a wide array of input. Additionally, the engagement benefits from several listening sessions with small and locally
owned businesses, surveys of regional businesses (four across the length of the pandemic), and other regional
survey data. The result has been a growing list of worrisome challenges and exciting opportunities and actions
listed below.
Worrisome Challenges
● Workforce - Finding skilled workers
● Housing - Availability and affordability
● Small business recovery
● K-shaped/inequitable recovery
● Prolonged Pandemic
● Reduced tax revenues or tax based
● Anti-business attitudes
● Political division
● Infrastructure
Exciting Actions and Opportunities
● Workforce development - Talent 3.0
● Regional collaboration
● Supporting small and Main Street businesses
● Affordable childcare
● Sector Partnerships
● Re-envisioning remote work
● Targeting primary employers
● I-25; other roadway projects
● Healthcare synergies
● Continuing as a top place to live/work
Engagement and Feedback Summary
At the conclusion of the engagement phase of the project there are several areas of alignment and areas to
investigate further. These are helping to shape both the focus areas (detailed later in the preliminary
recommendations section) and the implementation approaches (forthcoming).
Areas of Alignment Areas to Investigate
Importance of regional cooperation
Create actional implementation items.
Define roles and responsibilities.
Recent data trends still apply.
Recovery with a focus on diversity and
inclusion.
Understanding real estate market impacts.
Talent 3.0.
Business attraction vs. retention.
Industry cluster priority.
Affordable housing.
Childcare access.
Future of Reignite: new corporate structure or
continued collaborative model.
Transportation investment.
Transformative projects.
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Preliminary Recommendations
The planning process has just entered the second phase - Opportunity - which focuses on taking the learnings from
the Discovery phase (data analysis and engagement) and translating those into focus areas and strategies. This
work is still in the preliminary stages; however, clear areas of focus are emerging that will shape the final plan.
These areas are highlighted briefly below.
Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles
The plan will be informed by the following vision, mission, and guiding principles. These align well with the emerging
vision and mission of our local recovery planning efforts.
STRATEGIC AREAS:
TALENT 3.0 - Talent Development
● Expand to the region (beyond Fort Collins-Loveland metro)
● Future of work post-COVID
o Returning to work
o Support services and resources (e.g. childcare, transportation)
o Automation/AI
o Remote/hybrid
● How companies identify bridge skillsets
● Talent attraction
● Diversity, equity, and inclusion
SMALL BUSINESS RESILIENCY
● NoCo Business Resilience Forum leveraging the Regional Issues Forum
● Individual business transition plans (Defense Transition Model)
● Expand support and mentorship programs for small businesses during recovery (Pivot Larimer Program)
● Develop mentorship programs and technical assistance for business owners who do not speak English (ex:
Fort Collins cultural broker program or the Mi Casa Resource Center)
CLUSTER GROWTH
● Identify reshoring opportunities as a result of supply chain restructuring.
● Host a forum for discussing new industry sector partnerships in tech and energy to develop connections
between companies and promote career awareness in the community, modeled after existing partnerships in
manufacturing and healthcare.
● Potential focus clusters
o Bioscience and medical devices
o Fabrication and production technology manufacturing
VISION
Create a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable economy in northern Colorado that brings
long- term prosperity for all
MISSION
Strategically lead and align regional resources around implementing economic recovery
actions to mitigate the economic impacts of COVID-19
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to sustained economic prosperity
Recovery is regional; implementation can be customized by communities
COVID-19 has changed elements of the economy, creating unique windows of opportunity for
the Northern Colorado region
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o Energy
o Agriculture/tech
● Conduct an analysis of real estate fundamentals for major commercial property types (office, industrial, retail)
that includes regional supply and demand as well as key market indicators such as rents, vacancies, and
underlying drivers of demand.
● Ensure that a diverse inventory of sites (greenfield to shovel ready) are available to accommodate target cluster
growth
● Work with commercial brokers, developers, site selectors, and existing businesses to establish key features
needed for sites.
● Maintain an inventory of premier sites in the region that will be marketed to prospects. Info to share: zoning,
infrastructure, utility availability, environmental assessments
● Maintain an inventory of soft-landing sites for graduates of incubators and accelerator programs, and work with
graduates to find space in the region after graduation.
● Create a virtual site tour program.
INNOVATION
● Leverage the innovation ecosystem in the greater Denver area to encourage growth in Northern Colorado.
● Develop a resource inventory and referral network for the regional entrepreneurship ecosystem, which is shared
among local partners.
● Work with regional leaders, such as the CSU Research Foundation, to co-locate researchers, scientists, and
engineers from the university with private industry.
● Promote the creation of regional capital investment funds centered on northern Colorado companies or
disadvantaged populations.
● Host a national-level conference to bring together leaders in emerging technology that has a strong presence
in the region.
REGIONAL POSITIONING
● Develop a “one voice” prospect team that connects prospects with information about site and real estate
availability, financial assistance, and local community contacts.
● Establish regular meetings with economic development contacts locally, with Metro Denver, and with the State.
● Bring community leaders in economic development, CSU, business, and other key stakeholders together to
address high-level regional challenges (variations of the Loveland Strategic Partnership and Regional Issues
Summit).
o Childcare
o Housing
o Transportation
o Water
Next Steps
The plan will be drafted and ready for review by the end of May or early June. It will then receive feedback from
area stakeholders.
● Finalize Opportunities Analysis (May/June)
● Prepare Implementation Matrix (May/June)
● Share Draft Plan (June/July)
● No action anticipated by Council -
o Local action is part of City Recovery Plan
● Final plan will be shared via memo.
Partners
The Reignite our Economy effort includes numerous partners:
● City of Greeley
● City of Loveland (funder)
● City of Fort Collins (funder)
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● Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce (funder)
● Greeley Chamber of Commerce
● Larimer County
● Larimer County Small Business Development Center
● Loveland Business Development Center
● Loveland Chamber of Commerce
● Town of Windsor (funder)
● Town of Berthoud
● Town of Evans
● Town of Johnstown
● Upstate Colorado - Representing both Weld County and several smaller communities (funder)
● Windsor Chamber of Commerce
ATTACHMENTS
1. Powerpoint Presentation (PDF)
Reignite our Economy:
05-25-21
Regional Recovery Plan Overview
Josh Birks, Economic Health & Redevelopment Director
Jacqueline Kozak Thiel, Chief Sustainability Officer
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Questions for Council
1.Does Council have any questions about the City’s engagement in the
regional recovery planning process?
2.What challenges and/or opportunities does Council see in economic
recovery?
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Strategic Alignment 3
Strategic Plan Al ignment:
§ECON 3.1 –Facilitate government
and local partners to achieve
effective regional economic
resilience.
§ECON 3.2 –Understand trends in
local labor market and work with
key partners to grow diverse
employment opportunities.
Council Priority Al ignment:
§Support Small Business
§Create Community Jobs
Economic Health Strategic
Plan Alignment:
§Think Regionally –A r egion
that partners to address
economic issues which
extend beyond municipal
boundaries.
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Regional Recovery
Planning Context
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Regional Recovery Planning Context 5
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Regional Recovery Planning Context 6
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7Regional Recovery Planning Context
1.The Economy is Regional
1.Labor shed is regional
2.Industry Sectors are regional
3.Service Delivery is often regional
2.Provide a framework for local recovery action
1.Opportunities for coordination amongst
partners
2.Potential to deliver consistent service across
the region
3.Many impacts are regional and require local action
1.Ta lent development / re-engagement
2.Supply Chain concerns / opportunities
4.Does not replace but meant to enhance local action.
Why Plan Regionally Together?
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Regional Recovery Planning Context
1.Re-instill Confidence
2.Work is practical and symbolic
3.All have a vested interest
4.Be data and experience driven
5.Focus on Economic Recovery
6.Focus on resilience
7.Re-Open Economic Drivers
8.Do no harm
9.Avoid being short-sighted
10.Let form follow function
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Principles for Success
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Slide 9
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Josh Birks, 5/10/2021
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10Regional Recovery Planning Context
VISION
§Create a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable
economy in northern Colorado that brings long-term
prosperity for all
MISSION
§Strategically lead and align regional resources around
implementing economic recovery actions to mitigate the
economic impacts of COVID-19
Draft Vision and Mission
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Engagement and
Feedback Summary
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Engagement and Feedback Summary
§Workforce –Finding skilled
workers
§Housing –Availability and
affordability
§Small business recovery
§K-shaped/inequitable recovery
§Prolonged Pandemic
§Reduced tax revenues or tax
base
§Anti-business attitudes
§Political division
§Infrastructure
*NOTE: Not in rank order; includes thoughts
from public and private partners.
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Wo rrisome Challenges
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Engagement and Feedback Summary
§Workforce development –
Ta lent 2.0
§Regional collaboration
§Supporting small and Main
Street businesses
§Affordable childcare
§Sector Partnerships
§Re-envisioning remote work
§Ta rgeting primary employers
§I-25; other roadway projects
§Healthcare synergies
§Continuing as a top place to
live/work
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Exciting Actions or
Opportunities
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14Engagement and Feedback Summary
Areas of Alignment Areas to Investigate
§Importance of regional cooperation
§Create actional implementation items
§Define roles and responsibilities
§Recent data trends still applies
§Recovery w ith a focus on diversity
and inclusion
§Understanding real estate market
impacts
§Ta lent 3.0
§Business attraction vs. retention
§Industry cluster priority
§Affordable housing
§Childcare access
§Future of Reignite: new corporate
structure or continued collaborative
model
§Tr ansportation investment
§Tr ansformative projects
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Preliminary
Recommendations
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16PreliminaryRecommendations
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17PreliminaryRecommendations
1.Ta lent 3.0
1.Expand to two county region
2.Future of work post-COVID
3.Diversity, equity and inclusion
2.Small Business Resiliency
1.Individual business transition plans
2.Support and mentorship programs
3.Te chnical assistance support for business
owners who do not speak English
3.Cluster Implementation
1.Reshoring opportunities
2.Focus on specific clusters
3.Inventory soft-landing sites for graduates of
incubators and accelerator programs
Strategic Areas
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4.Innovation
1.Resource inventory and referral network
2.Co-locate researchers with private industry
3.Promote creation of regional capital
investment funds
5.Regional Positioning
1.Develop a “one voice” prospect response
team
2.Bring together leaders to address major
barriers:
1.Childcare
2.Housing
3.Tr ansportation
4.Water
Preliminary Recommendations 18
Strategic Areas
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Preliminary Recommendations
§Finalize Opportunities
Analysis (May/June)
§Prepare Implementation
Matrix (May/June)
§Share Draft Plan (June/July)
§No action anticipated by
Council –
§Local action is part of
City Recovery Plan
§Final plan will be shared via
memo
19
Next Steps
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20Our Regional Recovery Planning Partners
Representing both Larimer and Weld Counties:
§City of Greeley
§City of Loveland (funder)
§City of Fort Collins (funder)
§Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce (funder)
§Greeley Chamber of Commerce
§Larimer County
§Larimer County Small Business Development Center
§Loveland Business Development Center
§Loveland Chamber of Commerce
§To wn of Windsor (funder)
§To wn of Berthoud
§To wn of Evans
§To wn of Johnstown
§Upstate Colorado –Representing both Weld County and several smaller communities (funder)
§Windsor Chamber of Commerce
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Questions for Council
1.Does Council have any questions about the City’s engagement in the
regional recovery planning process?
2.What challenges and/or opportunities does Council see in economic
recovery?
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DATE:
STAFF:
May 25, 2021
SeonAh Kendall, Economic Health Manager
Travis Storin, Chief Finance Officer
WORK SESSION ITEM
City Council
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Fort Collins Recovery Plan.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this item is to provide an overview of the City Recovery Plan and how to integrate the funding
from the American Rescue Plan Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund to advance a r esilient,
vibrant, inclusive future for Fort Collins residents and businesses.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
Does Council agree with the recommended allocation of the 15/85 split of American Rescue Plan funding to
address current needs while developing the City Recovery Plan?
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
Historically, the United States has focused disaster preparedness and recovery on nonbiological natural and man -
made disasters such as floods, fire and acts of terrorism tha t impact a specific geographic location for a finite
period of time. Unlike other disasters, the COVID-19 pandemic created both a public health crisis and an
economic crisis that is geographically dispersed, regularly evolving and impacts everyone.
Last year, the City and community activated quickly to respond to ensure that our residents, employees and
businesses were safe. In May 2020, the City received $9M of the Coronavirus Relief Fund (“CVRF”) from the
State of Colorado to address the public health a nd economic crisis. Chart 1 highlights some of the activities and
programs supported with CVRF to address the immediate needs of the pandemic.
Chart 1: Response in 2020
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CARES CVRF SPENDING TIMELINE
COVID-19 Pandemic 1
First known case in
Northern Colorado
2021
WRAP UP,
LOOKING
FORWARD?
APRIL MAY JUNE
JULYAUGUST
OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
VirtuVisit program
launched
Small Business
Assistance Program
Northside Aztlan
Non-Congregate
Shelter Opens
City receives
$9M in CARES
CVRF Funding
CARES Lead
Team Formed
Stay at Home
Order Begins
De-escalation
Training
Mind Matters
Exhibit Opens
NoCo Nosh Partnership
Launches
CARES
Dashboard
Launches
Vaccine Distribution
Begins
Camp FunQuest
Programs Begin
CARES Act Eviction
Legal Fund Launches
Utilities Assistance
Program Begins
Community Assistance
Grant Awarded
Outdoor Dining
Expansion
COVID-19
Wastewaster
Testing Begins
PPE
Distribution for
businesses
and nonprofits
EOC
Established
Stay at Home
Order Ends
City Face Coverings
Requirement Begins
SEPTEMBER
MARCH
Keep NoCo Open
Launches
Statewide Mask
Mandate enacted
Keep NoCo Open
Answer the Call
ForFortCollins.com
NoCo
Recovers.com
Inclusive
community
engagement
RECOVERY PLAN
As the shift from response to recovery happens, we are aware we cann ot return to the pre-pandemic status quo.
Recovery is a multi-faceted, multi-year process requiring strategic nimbleness to address the needs of today and
the future. Successful recovery is broader than simply restoring infrastructure, services and the tax base. As our
community continues to heal, the vision for recovery is that all Fort Collins residents and businesses are
able to participate in a resilient, vibrant and inclusive future.
The recovery plan will connect existing community plans (City Plan, Strategic Plan, Council Priorities) with the
needs of our community to allow a comprehensive and integrated approach to recovery. The recovery plan will
include:
• Metrics - understanding the transactional and transformational change needed through data an d lived
experiences to drive strategies and tactics.
• Plan Scan - connect and leverage existing community plans to support recovery.
• Engagement - integrate into existing summer 2021 engagement efforts surrounding the 2022 Strategic Plan
and 2022 budget, utilizing intentional engagement strategies that center on inclusion of hard -hit, under-
resourced, and marginalized communities, businesses and individuals. This will be a two -phased approach:
1) seek understanding, feedback and ideas through lived exper iences; and 2) verify alignment from feedback
and recommendations within the draft recovery plan. Attachment 3.
• Inclusive Recovery Framework - a recommended framework that aids in decision-making opportunities,
including the utilization of the American R escue Plan Act’s (“ARPA”) Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal
Recovery Fund (“FRF”).
The overarching Guiding Principles are the lens through which all policies and programs should be created to
achieve recovery. These Guiding Principles are:
• Livability: Help our community rebound and thrive.
• Sustainability: Apply a triple bottom line lens to recovery.
• Community: Ensure a robust, inclusive and welcoming engagement to inform the recovery plan.
• Connect existing plans.
• Leverage federal, state and local funds to advance recovery.
• Address current and long-term needs for our community through funding and transparency.
Not all in our community were in a good place pre-pandemic and the economy’s recovery continues to be uneven.
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Racial, gender, social and economic barriers exist. Unemployment in the Fort Collins - Loveland Metropolitan
Service Area (MSA) for February 2021 was at 6% or about 12,900 compared to 2.6% in February 2020. The
largest sectors of unemployment are Accommodation and Food Services (16%), Retail Trade (13%), Construction
(13%) and Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services (11%). Chart 2. An
example of understanding data to understand impact is reviewing the December 2020 national unemployment
figures. The national net job losses in December 2020 is 140,000, the disaggregated data exposes that 156,000
job losses were held by women and men gained 16,000 jobs during the same time. Equity and inclusion will
continue to be at the forefront of our recovery effor ts to ensure inequities are not unintentionally exacerbated by
recovery policies.
Chart 2: Unemployment by Sectors for the Fort Collins - Loveland MSA, February 2021
ALIGNMENT WITH CITY STRATEGIC PLAN
• NLSH 1.1 Improve and increase availability and choice of quality housing that is affordable to a broad
range of income levels. COVID-19 has exacerbated housing affordability throughout the country. Nonprofit
partnerships have played a critical role in the response, precovery and the future recovery to a ddress priority
human service needs.
• NLSH 1.4 Advance equity for all, leading with race, so that a person’s identity or identities is not a
predicator of outcomes. The City acknowledges that there are inequities experienced by Fort Collins
community members, and we recognize that diversity, equity and inclusion are foundational to sustained
economic prosperity
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• ECON 3.1 Facilitate government and local partners to achieve effective regional economic resilience.
Economic activity does not stop along municipal borders. Partnering on issues such as childcare access,
workforce support, affordable housing and infrastructure can create more expansive, long -term solutions.
• ECON 3.3 Systematically engage the business community with an emphasis on starting, sust aining
and renewing businesses. Ninety-eight percent of businesses in Fort Collins are small businesses (100
employees or fewer). The pandemic has exposed both the vulnerability and importance of small businesses
to local and regional economies. Entrepreneurship and home ownership are two potential opportunities to
lessen the racial wealth gap.
NOTE: The intent of the recovery plan is to guide recovery based on the needs and priorities of the Fort Collins
community. The funding discussed below is an opportunity to achieve the objectives of the plan.
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT
In March 2021, President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) stimulus package,
including direct support for education, transportation, agriculture, small bu siness and others. Additionally, ARPA
includes $350 billion for state and local fiscal recovery funds to address the pandemic recovery. The funds will
be distributed in two tranches, with 50% delivered in 2021, and the remainder delivered no earlier than
one year later. It is not yet known the requirement(s) to request the 2nd tranche of funds.
Of the state and local fiscal recovery funds, the City will receive $28,118,971. On May 10, 2021, the US Treasury
Department released its Interim Final Rule (‘Rule”) on the use of these fiscal recovery funds. The Rule provides
greater flexibilities than the Coronavirus Relief Fund (“CVRF”) for mitigation efforts; addresses adverse economic
impacts and inequalities; provides premium pay for essential workers; and puts money toward infrastructure
improvements.
PROPOSED DISTRIBUTION
As mentioned above, the COVID-19 pandemic is not like any disaster we have seen, there is no defined stop or
geographical limitation - the pandemic has impacted everyone. As staff continue to partner with the community in
the development of the recovery plan, we acknowledge there is immediate need and we will need to be intentional
in utilizing ARPA funds to build a resilient, inclusive, and vibrant future for all Fort Collins residents and
businesses.
The negative impacts of the pandemic have not stopped, and there are still immediate needs within the
community. Staff is recommending a 15/85 allocation of ARPA funds. While the recovery plan is being developed,
staff is requesting 15 percent of the ARPA funds to be allocated to address current needs. The remaining 85
percent will assist in achieving the mid to longer term community recovery plan objectives. Staff would bring
forward an appropriation of the 15% (approximately $4.2M) to be use d to address the immediate needs of the
community, the same way the CVRF was utilized in 2020. Once the recovery plan is finalized staff would bring
back an additional appropriation for the remaining 85% based on the recommendations and needs identified in
the recovery plan.
NEXT STEPS
1. Review and interpret the US Treasury Guidance - May 2021
2. Develop process and procedure for the current community needs, within the ARPA guidelines - Q2 and Q3 -
2021
3. Develop the recovery plan and the inclusive framework for recommendations - Q2 - Q3 - 2021
4. Review with Council and community the recovery plan recommendations - Q4 - 2021
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ATTACHMENTS
1. CARES CVRF Impact Report 2020 (PDF)
2. Recovery Engagement Plan (PDF)
3. ARP State & Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Fact Sheet (PDF)
4. Powerpoint Presentation (PDF)
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CARES CVRF
FUNDING IMPACT REPORT
March 18, 2021
CONTACT
SeonAh Kendall, CPA
City Recovery Manager
skendall@fcgov.com
Blaine Dunn
Interim Accounting Director
bdunn@fcgov.com@fcgov.com
Erin Zimmermann
Grant Manager
ezimmermann@fcgov.com
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BACKGROUND 3
FUNDING SUMMARY 4
CARES Grants and Amounts Awarded 4
CVRF Funding Allocations 5
Timeline of Projects 5
ORGANIZATION/ DIRECT CITY RESPONSE 6
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) 6
Remote Work and Office Reconfigurations 6
COVID Testing/ Lab Center 6
CARES Dashboard 7
BUSINESS SUPPORT/ ECONOMIC RECOVERY 8
Keep NoCo Open Campaign 8
Restaurant Outside Dine-In Expansion 8
Nosh Noco Food Delivery Partnership 9
PPE Distribution for Fort Collins Small Businesses and Nonprofits 10
Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP) 10
RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT/ SOCIAL RECOVERY 12
FunQuest Summer Program 12
Utility Assistance Program 13
VirtuVisit program 13
Mind Matters Museum Exhibit 14
Legal Defense Fund 14
Housing & Homelessness Shelters 15
Community Assistance Grant Program 16
KEY TAKEAWAYS—LESSONS LEARNED 17
Summary 17
Outcomes 17
Lessons Learned 18
Long-term recovery planning 18
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BACKGROUND
On March 9, 2020, the first COVID-19 case in Larimer County was announced. Within a week, as
cases rose throughout the county, state and nation, Fort Collins saw schools, businesses and public
space closures that were happening across the country, followed by a statewide Stay-at-Home
Order through April. The City of Fort Collins responded both to the immediate crisis and the
ongoing response to move toward recovery.
Emergency health orders and regulations were put into place and continued to evolve throughout
the pandemic. This included, but was not limited, to authorizing emergency purchases, suspending
Transfort fare collection, suspending utilities disconnects, changing sign codes, and issuing a public
face covering order.
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law on March 27,
2020 by Congress. The CARES ACT established a $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund (CVRF),
which was distributed to communities throughout the United States.
On May 18, 2020, Governor Polis signed Executive Order D2020 070, Directing the Expenditure of
Federal Funds Pursuant to the CARES, to establish the CVRF for those communities that have less
than 500,000 population. Through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), this fund
would reimburse costs to Counties, Municipalities and Special Districts. Through an
intergovernmental agreement with Larimer County, and other municipalities within the county, the
City was allocated $9,015,692 to respond and address the COVID-19 public health pandemic.
The purpose of this report is to provide a summary of how the City’s CARES funding was used to
support COVID-19 relief efforts and help inform the path toward recovery.
TYPES OF CARES FUNDING
A Recovery Executive Team was formed to provide strategic oversight and guidance,
including the deployment of the CARES CVRF funds. A City Recovery Manager position was
hired to focus on the connection of response and long-term recovery within the overall city
organization and community. Additionally, staff were redeployed to support the coordination,
logistics and operations, and cross-departmental structure put into place. The Mayor and City
Council made the strategic decision to utilize the CVRF to respond to the immediate COVID
health crisis, advance community strategic objectives and support our community small
businesses, nonprofits and residents. The majority of the funding was deployed directly into
our community. Funding allocation was structured with 30 percent going to keeping our City
organization safe, 30 percent to support businesses/economic recovery and 40 percent for
direct social and residential recovery.
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FUNDING SUMMARY
CARES Grants and Amounts Awarded
While this report focuses on the use of CVRF, it was one of several forms of CARES funding
received by the City of Fort Collins and our region. Under the CARES Act, there were dedicated
funds for transportation and emergency services (police). Below is a high-level summary of
additional CARES funds received.
Total CARES Funding: $36.1M
FAA
$16.9 M
CVRF
$9.0 M
FTA
$8.7 M
CDBG
$1.4 M
DOJ
$0.1 M
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Northern Colorado Regional Airport
• Coronavirus Relief Fund (CVRF)
• Federal Transportation Agency (FTA) - Used for ongoing operations and offset
contributions from General Fund in 2020
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• Department of Justice (DOJ) -Used for Police Overtime and Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)
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CVRF Funding Allocations
Timeline of Projects
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ORGANIZATION/ DIRECT CITY
RESPONSE
Outcome: Provide safe service delivery and support for
employees and the community
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
The virtual Fort Collins Operations Center was activated on March 9, 2020 in response to the
pandemic. The pandemic and wildfires highlighted the need to have a formal emergency operation
center. Technology and processes were developed to ensure the safety of employees and the
community while effectively coordinating response efforts.
Remote Work and Office Reconfigurations
By the end of March 2020, the majority of City staff began working remotely due to
the statewide Stay-at-Home order. The City invested in infrastructure (additional
computers, monitors, peripherals etc.) and additional IT support to enable telework
capabilities.
Many critical City services continued to operate during the Stay-at-Home order, and
since late-spring of 2020, some employees have transitioned back to working onsite
due to the nature of their work. To keep employees and community members safe,
workspaces were reconfigured, and additional cleaning services and safety measures
were implemented.
COVID Testing/ Lab Center
The City of Fort Collins partnered with Larimer County and Colorado State University
to support free COVID-19 testing. Additionally, Fort Collins Utilities partnered with
Colorado State University and other partners to test wastewater samples for
SARS-CoV2, the virus that causes the COVID-19 infection. This collaboration was
part of a broader Front Range effort to test the wastewater of over 65% of
Colorado’s population. Wastewater sampling served as another early warning
indicator to aid in decision-making for public health officials.
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CARES Dashboard
An interactive CARES Dashboard was created to provide a transparent snapshot of how the City’s
CARES CVRF funds were being utilized to support pandemic response and recovery.
Additional outreach related to the overall impact of CARES CVRF funding included:
• The City Manager’s Column in the Coloradoan, December 2020
• Press releases throughout 2020 and into 2021
• Regular reports to City Council
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BUSINESS SUPPORT/ ECONOMIC
RECOVERY
Outcome: Deepened relationships with the business
community and response to critical business needs
Keep NoCo Open Campaign
NoCoRecovers.com was created to provide a single
source of up-to-date information on potential funding
resources available to support the business
community of Northern Colorado.
The site served as a hub for other tools including the
Keep NoCo Open educational campaign, ongoing
COVID-19 impact surveys, public health summaries,
and recovery indicators and metrics.
Keep NoCo Open encouraged businesses and
community members to take action and follow safety
guidelines to keep the community open for business.
Restaurant Outside Dine-In Expansion
The City of Fort Collins created a temporary program with a streamlined permitting process to
expand options for restaurants, retail, and bars to operate in outdoor patio settings adjacent to
their businesses, including parking lots, sidewalks and street parking spaces.
City of Fort Collins Art in Public Places, in partnership with the City’s Engineering, Streets, and
Traffic Operation Departments, as well as the Downtown Fort Collins Creative District and the
Jason and Lucy Greer Foundation for the Arts, hired local artists to paint 15 temporary murals on
the concrete barriers around outdoor dining areas throughout Downtown.
Number of approved outdoor
permits in Fort Collins:
48
Number of temporary concrete
barrier murals:
15
196+ unique marketing components created
and distributed across Northern Colorado
Shawna Turner, Artist at Rio Grande
Mexican Restaurant
Chris Bates, Artist at
Beau Jo’s East
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Nosh Noco Food Delivery Partnership
Due to capacity restrictions and public health concerns, the City of Fort Collins launched a program
to assist local restaurants and incentivize community members to support their favorite restaurants
by partnering with Nosh Noco, a local restaurant delivery service, owned by Northern Colorado
restaurants.
The program paid the restaurant portion of the delivery fees and the first $0.50 of the delivery fee
charged to Fort Collins community members.
TESTIMONIALS
“This has helped us so much, any little boost is huge for us. We are so new we
haven’t qualified for any grants or funding so it helps immensely”
“I think the program was beneficial as it highlighted the importance of partnerships
between locally owned business. Keep it local.”
HIGHLIGHTS
• As of February 5, 32 restaurants added to the Nosh platform since program launch
• Nosh sales went from an average of $4,300/week to $5,700/week signifying a
change in consumer behavior since program launch
• Total amount of businesses who received free menu photo shoots through the partnership: 16
Yes
72%
No
Response
19%
No
9%
Did you see an increase in orders after the City-
Nosh partnership launched in late November?
Less than
20%
50%
20-40%
25%
Over 80%
13%
41-60%
9%
61-80%
3%
What percentage of your dining room revenue have
you been able to re-coop through delivery or
takeout?
Los Comales
Stuft
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PPE Distribution for Fort Collins Small Businesses and Nonprofits
The City of Fort Collins held PPE distribution events for small businesses and nonprofits needing
safety supplies.
Businesses were able to pick up 1 box of items that included: 100 adult masks, 12 8oz. hand sanitizer
bottles, 1 gallon hand sanitizer (used for refills), 10 clear masks, nitrile reusable gloves (variety of
sizes), 2 face shields, 1 reusable spray bottle, and 1 bottle of dish soap. Children masks and eye
protection glasses were also available.
A total of 95 boxes were given out. Extra supplies were given to the Chamber of Commerce for
distribution to their members.
The City of Fort Collins also helped develop, NoCoSafetySupply.com, the region’s PPE marketplace
in coordination with the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce and WTF Marketing.
Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP)
Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP), administered by the City’s Economic Health Office,
provided relief to 205 small businesses disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The program targeted our smallest, long-standing businesses, focusing on reaching those that had
not been able to obtain other forms of assistance. The funding helped offset the significant,
temporary loss of revenue and impact of public health orders. The funding reimbursed the costs of
business interruptions and supported rent, utilities, and purchases of PPE.
The City prioritized inclusive business engagement and utilized different mediums of outreach to
ensure monies were spent where most needed, including hiring local cultural brokers and
engagement staff. In 53 workdays, more than 130 contacts were made with more than 90
businesses. This included more than 50 bilingual engagements.
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SUMMARY OF SBAP FUNDING
Approved
Applications
Initial
Award
Bonus
Award
Total
Award
Highest
Award
Average
Award
Round 1 77 $666,073 $181,205 $847,279 $15,000 $11,004
Round 2 69 $482,530 $166,000 $648,530 $12,500 $9,399
Sole P 30 $112,369 $0 $112,369 $4,500 $3,746
Round 3 29 $145,000 $145,000 $290,000 $10,000 $10,000
205 $1,405,972 $492,205 $1,898,177 $9,259
TESTIMONIALS FROM RECIPIENTS
“I have three employees and myself. When I shared with them that the City had
helped us with this money, two cried and one just said that this made her feel less
alone. I know I cried; this pandemic has left us all so isolated, and knowing that the
City cared if we continued to stay in business was a huge morale boost for all four of
us.”
“To not have to worry about our rent, we were able to focus on making sure our staff
were taken care of and were able to keep their jobs.”
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RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT/ SOCIAL
RECOVERY
Outcome: Supported innovation and adaptability to meet the
most critical community needs and keep people in their homes
FunQuest Summer Program
Camp FunQuest is a well-established summer day camp program run by the Recreation
Department, which pre-COVID was budgeted to run June 1 – August 14. CARES dollars were not
initially deployed to support this program, however additional staff were hired to support lower
ratios and smaller cohorts due to COVID-19 guidelines for childcare. In the fall, the program then
shifted to providing remote learning support for students when the school district was in virtual
and hybrid phases.
FUNQUEST PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• 855 weekly enrollments between June 1-August 14
• Up to 100 children attended daily
• 1,705 total students served June 1 – December 30
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Utility Assistance Program
The City’s Utilities CARES Act program provided financial assistance for both residential and
commercial customers with past due utility bills. $547,648 was distributed to 1,323 residential and
43 commercial customers.
ADDITIONAL ACTIONS TAKEN BY UTILITIES
• Late fees and reconnection fees were paused beginning in since April 2020.
• Utilities disconnects were suspended since April 2020.
• The Utilities Payment Assistance Fund distributed $323,591 to 847 income-qualified
customers with past-due bills.
• Donation campaign raised $61,380 (record amount). Allowed more income-qualified
customers to be supported.
• Additional Payment Assistance Fund distribution agencies recruited to build capacity for
distributing funds.
• Staff worked with local partners to provide additional “gap” funding to customers who owe
more than $1,000.
VirtuVisit program
The VirtuVisit program, launched at the end of October 2020, connects isolated older adults to
family, friends and volunteers supporting them. The no cost program provides seniors with user-
friendly digital tablets and startup support by trained volunteers. After training, participants are
more easily able to connect with friends and family and attend virtual classes, appointments and
events.
One VirtuVisit participant, a 101-year-old hospice patient, is now able to visit with her family on a
regular basis because of the program.
Numerous program participants shared that the
ability to connect virtually with family and friends,
along with critical services was very important
during the pandemic.
32 Participants As of
Early Jan. 2021 26 Volunteers
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Mind Matters Museum Exhibit
In October 2020, the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery opened the special exhibit “Mental Health:
Mind Matters”. The goal of the interactive exhibit was to build a greater understanding of the
importance of mental health and create a safe space for important conversations about mental
illness during the crisis. The exhibit was free to the community.
Legal Defense Fund
City staff allocated CARES Act funding for a mini-grant program with a
competitive application process to identify and contract with community partners
for eviction avoidance education programs, outreach, legal clinics, and direct client
representation for Fort Collins community members.
8 Community partner organizations coordinated efforts, providing:
• Outreach materials
• Self-advocacy training sessions
• Free legal advice
• Representation of clients facing eviction
due to COVID-19
• 4,320 informational flyers
distributed in English & Spanish
• 28 families kept in housing
through direct legal representation and
legal advice from the Colorado Poverty
Law Project
• 150 calls received by Fuerza Latina
hotline related to housing insecurity, rent
assistance, legal assistance, landlord
communication support or other housing
issues.
• Callers were directed to resources offered
by community partners funded by
CARES.
• 3 Know Your Rights training
sessions held
• 2 virtual legal clinics
• Reached approximately 150 residents*
*97 of those reached from targeted
populations based on factors that
contribute to vulnerability to housing
instability due to COVID-19
• 3 eviction cases from Fort Collins
went to court hearing, supported by
direct legal representation and legal
advice from the Colorado Poverty Law
Project
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Housing & Homelessness Shelters
The City, through the Social Sustainability Department (SSD), supported COVID-19 response work
of local homelessness service providers by deploying CARES-CVRF to both congregate and non-
congregate shelters. These projects focused their pandemic response work on the safety of those
experiencing homelessness in our community. A non-congregate shelter program, hosted at a local
hotel, supported those most at-risk of complications due to COVID-19. Congregate shelters
expanded capacity to allow for increased physical distancing and safety protocols.
Northside Aztlan Center
Emergency Shelter Program
In late March, Northside Aztlan
Community Center was
transitioned into a 24/7
shelter that allowed for proper
physical distancing and safety
protocols.
A temporary outdoor shelter
space was also approved in
Heritage Park and officially
opened in mid-April. Both
indoor and outdoor shelters
operated into mid-June.
All told, the indoor shelter
served 7,432 overnight
guests and provided over
30,901 meals.
Fort Collins Rescue
Mission Temporary Shelter
at Blue Spruce
The Fort Collins Rescue
Mission temporarily moved to
a larger space, Blue Spruce,
where it has serviced up to
150 men per night since early
November 2020.
Catholic Charities Temporary
Shelter for Women and
Families
Catholic Charities built a
temporary heated structure in
their parking lot for women
and families to stay warm and
protected while waiting to
enter the shelter each evening.
In November and December of
2020, 2,025 women and 167
families were sheltered
overnight.
Homeward Alliance
Expanded its daytime hours at
the Murphy Center and was
able to purchase heaters for
their outdoor seating area.
Non-Congregate Shelter
(NCS)
A non-congregate shelter,
setup at a local hotel in
August 2020, provided safe,
temporary housing for our
community’s most vulnerable
people experiencing
homelessness.
The NCS was created for those
65+ and/or with medical
conditions at highest risk of
complications from COVID-19.
From August-December 2020,
NCS provided safe shelter for
51 people, 16 were
successfully moved into
permanent housing.
The Food Bank provided
8,608 lunches and dinners,
and Precision provided 2,027
hours of on-site security.
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Community Assistance Grant Program
The City, through the Social Sustainability Department, launched a community
response grant program in August 2020 and deployed CARES-CVRF funding
assistance to 17 local organizations. Selected projects focused their pandemic
response work toward childcare, food insecurity, housing stability and various
vulnerable populations including seniors, community members with a disability,
and victims of domestic violence and abuse. In total, $954,000 was awarded to
the local community through this program.
“The funding supported
additional site staff to
ensure that students had
the support they needed,
including implementing
enrichment activities,
troubleshooting challenges
with online learning access,
and supervising
free-learning time.”
- Fort Collins Museum
of Discovery
FUNDING BY THE NUMBERS
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KEY TAKEAWAYS—LESSONS LEARNED
Summary
Key themes of resiliency, innovation, and collaboration emerged across all the projects and
programs supported by CARES funding.
Resilience meant drawing on the capacity to meet short- and long-term community needs. Staff
utilized innovative problem-solving and approached programs and services in new and different
ways. Furthermore, there was an ongoing commitment to adaptability as community conditions
and needs changed. The importance of continued collaboration internally, as well as with external
partners was one of the biggest takeaways.
Outcomes
Stronger Connection to the community.
• Connected to the community in new ways.
• Held virtual City Council meetings and hosted remote listening sessions in English and
Spanish.
• Sparked more authentic conversations with community members about needs and
struggles.
• Strengthened existing partnerships and formed new ones with external partners and
businesses throughout the City and the region.
• Deepened business engagement to support businesses that have traditionally been
underserved.
Delivered critical services with greater impact.
• Delivered critical services to our community’s most vulnerable, which would not have been
possible without CVRF funding.
Adapted new work environment to meet emerging priorities.
• Balanced flexibility and adaptability with the funds with consistent framework and process.
• Hired and redeployed staff for implementation/ management on projects.
• Balanced coordinating processes across the City and providing autonomy to design and
manage projects.
• Implemented rapid-cycle continuous improvement processes.
• Prioritized the greater good of the organization.
• Balanced leadership oversight and mid-level management autonomy to enable responsive
decision-making.
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Lessons Learned
Demonstrated opportunities for internal efficiencies.
• Found that a-typical funding structures like CARES require adaptation to processes as they
do not always fit the traditional reporting structure of the City.
• Created a greater need for cross-departmental and cross-service area coordination. Weekly
project manager meetings were a successful way to share information and project stories.
Bringing in the financial analysists sooner in the process would help streamline systems, as
well as having a lead financial coordinator on the grant.
• Highlighted opportunity to reevaluate personnel structures and utilize temporary staffing
positions, in some cases to deploy underutilized employees to add greater value.
• Consolidated process for reporting and storytelling would have created efficiencies.
Magnified the gaps that exist within the community.
• Elevated the need for an equity office, as well as new and different programs and
approaches to address root issues in the community.
• Highlighted greater opportunity to leverage internal and external experts to drive
programs and funding.
• Demonstrated a greater opportunity to leverage partners in the
development and cocreation of projects to lead to better outcomes and to
break down silos. Examples include Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Development Authority (DDA),
nonprofit partners, equity leaders, and boards and commissions.
• Created ongoing need for adaptability to navigate challenges of ever-changing
policies, requirements, and deadlines at the State and Federal level.
• As competitive funding opportunities continue to become available, a need
will remain to stay informed on key legislative and policy changes and
priorities.
Long-term recovery planning
In January of 2021, the City began shifting into recovery planning. The City’s Recovery Plan will
involve analyzing existing city plan(s), conducting a gap analysis, alignment with regional recovery
efforts, and engaging the community on what is most needed to build an equitable and resilient
recovery plan for the City.
The American Rescue Plan Act, signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, has established
$1.9 trillion in COVID-19 relief funding to hit American cities across the nation, including $350 billion
in aid to state and local governments. Colorado will receive $6 billion for state and local
governments, which includes $27.5 million for the City of Fort Collins.
This funding will be used to address the pandemic and its negative economic impacts. All funding
must be spent be spent by 2024. The structural economic and social changes brought on by
COVID-19 will continue to inform strategic direction and decision-making as the City continues the
path of resiliency. Plans are underway to align funding with community needs.
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PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PLAN
PROJECT TITLE: FORT COLLINS COVID-19 RECOVERY PLAN
OVERALL PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT LEVELS: INFORM, CONSULT, INVOLVE
KEY AUDIENCES: Residents, employees, employers, business owners, property owners, renters, non-profit
organizations, community partners, Business Associations, City of Fort Collins departments / staff, City
Council, PSD, CSU, interested members of the public and local organizations.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:
•Gather community input and needs to inform creation of recovery plan.
•Explain plan goals, scope, process and purpose of recovery and recovery planning.
•Provide information about existing conditions, policies, and highlight COVID response / recovery
work that has already been done (dovetail with CARES storytelling and outreach efforts already
occurring).
•Connect with and gather feedback from underrepresented groups, focus on inclusive
engagement and language access.
•Incorporate feedback from other recent and ongoing engagement process to help inform
recovery (data from City Plan, Our Climate Future etc. and include recovery as a topic in
Community Survey and BFO).
•Gather guidance on vision, guiding principles and framework of the recovery plan.
•Gather ideas for recovery programs, identify community needs for recovery and a future that is
resilient, vibrant and inclusive.
•Develop clear recovery plan and recommendations to achieve vision based on community
feedback.
KEY STAKEHOLDERS: Fort Collins Community Members, Local Businesses and Business Owners, Business
Associations, PSD, Boards and Commissions, Community Partners, City departments. Specific partners
may include:
•CDNS
•EHO
•EPS
•Cultural Services
•Larimer County
•REDI
•SSD
•CSU
•OEDIT
•State of Colorado,
e.g., DOLA, CRO, etc.
•FC Utilities
•CDOT
•Affordable Housing &
Human Service
Providers
•La Familia
•Larimer County Food
Bank
•Murphy Center
•Catholic Charities
•Chamber of
Commerce
•Meals on Wheels
•Boys & Girls Club
•Neighborhood HOAs
•Larimer County
Workforce Dev. Ctr.
•United Way
•Neighbor to
Neighbor
•Larimer county Public
Health and the
Environment
•Bohemian
Foundation
•Mighty Arrow
Foundation (New
Belgium)
•Visit Fort Collins
•Federal Transit
Administration
•NFRMPO
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BUDGET: $30,000 (for outreach and communications)
TIMELINE: April 2021 – September 2021
PHASE 1: Develop engagement process, set up tools to gather community feedback on recovery vision
and incorporate recovery related feedback from other engagement efforts.
April: Determine Plan development process and engagement plan. Identify and begin connecting
with stakeholders, including internal City departments needed for plan development. Form
Recovery Plan Team.
May: Update For FoCo OurCity page to be hub for recovery engagement. Establish idea board,
surveys and other tools to gather feedback on what recovery looks like. Work with internal team
to begin planning process, connect and gather feedback from key stakeholders. Begin to
summarize recovery-related feedback from outreach efforts done in the last year (City Plan, Our
Climate Future, Parks Master Plan, etc.)
PHASE 2: Continue engagement efforts and shift into analysis and plan development.
June: Continue outreach to stakeholders, shift more generalized outreach to focus on gathering
ideas and feedback across the vision categories.
July: Analyze engagement and identify gaps or missing populations, maybe some
communications around that the plan is being developed, but focus on plan writing.
PHASE 3: Further community engagement, specifically around draft plan. Incorporate final feedback and
present to Council for potential adoption.
August: Engagement around draft plan – both from the public and stakeholders (gut check, what
are we missing, what are we not etc.).
September: Incorporate final engagement feedback, Finalize and present plan to Council for
adoption.
IMPLEMENTATION: Details TBD
PHASE 1: April - May
Develop engagement process, set up tools to gather community feedback on recovery vision and
incorporate recovery related feedback from other engagement efforts. Identify and begin
connecting with stakeholders, including internal City departments / contacts
o Form Recovery Team
o Connect with internal stakeholders / identify City staff who can help with engagement
efforts
o Identify external stakeholders, assess which stakeholders have already shared feedback
related to CARES spending or other COVID response efforts
- Develop framework to gather feedback from stakeholders (Survey, matrix etc.)
- Update For FoCo Our City Page
o Update content, add additional content related to CARES funding impacts and other
response/recovery stories
o Make this page the hub for recovery engagement
o Establish idea board and survey to gather feedback on what recovery looks like.
- Incorporate recovery questions into other ongoing City engagement efforts – Community Survey
and BFO
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- Pull and begin to summarize recovery-related summarize recovery-related feedback from
outreach efforts done in the last year (City Plan, Our Climate Future, Parks Master Plan, etc.)
Engagement Tools and Techniques:
Engagement
OurCity.fcgov.com – ForFoCo page
- Idea board
- Develop Survey (to post in May/June)
Incorporate data and community feedback
from previous COVID/ CARES Surveys
- Business survey
Incorporate community feedback related to
recovery for use in Recovery Plan
- OCF
- Community Survey
- Outdoor dining survey
Recovery-focused questions in other
engagement process:
- Community Survey
- BFO engagement
Plan Scan
Meetings with internal stakeholders
Meetings with key community stakeholders –
business associations, PSD, CSU
Communication
OurCity For FoCo
CityNews
Fcgov.com
Business, Social Services, Neighborhood Services,
Utilities and other city webpages / communication
resources available to stakeholder departments
Social Media
For Fort Collins / NoCo Recovers Website
City Newsletters (business, CAP, COVID etc.)
Through community partners
PHASE 2: June - July
Continue engagement efforts and shift into analysis and plan development.
- More extensive stakeholder outreach
- Shift more generalized outreach (OurCity) to focus on gathering ideas and feedback related to
vision categories / plan framework
- Continue/finalize summarizing relevant engagement around recovery from other City
engagement efforts
- Shift to analysis of gathered feedback, more specific plan development
o Communicate that first engagement phase is over, but community will have another
chance to give feedback once draft plan is developed
Engagement Tools and Techniques:
Engagement
OurCity.fcgov.com – ForFoCo page
- Survey and other tools
Continued stakeholder meetings
Communication
OurCity For FoCo
CityNews
Fcgov.com
Business, Social Services, Neighborhood Services,
Utilities and other city webpages / communication
resources available to stakeholder departments
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Recovery-focused questions in other
engagement process:
- Community Survey
- BFO engagement
Potential Additional Engagement Options:
Open houses / Workshops
Targeted workshops
Listening sessions
Virtual presentations & idea workshops
Roadshow to City Departments
Social Media
For Fort Collins / NoCo Recovers Website
City Newsletters (business, CAP, COVID etc.)
Through community partners
Magazine advertisements
Direct Mail
Radio
PHASE 3: August - September
Further community engagement, specifically around draft plan. Incorporate final feedback and
present to Council for potential adoption.
- Gather additional community and stakeholder feedback around draft plan
o Survey / other quick “gut check” tool
o Rection to plan, what are we missing?
- Final plan calibration
- Plan approval, adoption and publishing
- Outreach around plan adoption, including sharing commitments to updates and transparency
- Develop plan for sharing updates about Recovery Plan implementation and recovery process
Engagement Tools and Techniques:
Engagement
OurCity.fcgov.com – ForFoCo page
- Surveys (different versions based on time
available to give feedback)
Additional meetings and listening sessions
Potential Additional Engagement Options:
- Additional meetings and listening sessions
Communication
OurCity For FoCo
CityNews
Fcgov.com
Business, Social Services, Neighborhood Services,
Utilities and other city webpages / communication
resources available to stakeholder departments
Social Media
For Fort Collins / NoCo Recovers Website
City Newsletters (business, CAP, COVID etc.)
Through community partners
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FACT SHEET: The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Will Deliver
$350 Billion for State, Local, Territorial, and Tribal Governments to Respond to the
COVID-19 Emergency and Bring Back Jobs
May 10, 2021
Aid to state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments will help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its
economic fallout, and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the launch of the Coronavirus State and Local
Fiscal Recovery Funds, established by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to provide $350 billion in
emergency funding for eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments. Treasury also released
details on how these funds can be used to respond to acute pandemic response needs, fill revenue
shortfalls among these governments, and support the communities and populations hardest-hit by the
COVID-19 crisis. With the launch of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, eligible
jurisdictions will be able to access this funding in the coming days to address these needs.
State, local, territorial, and Tribal governments have been on the frontlines of responding to the
immense public health and economic needs created by this crisis – from standing up vaccination sites to
supporting small businesses – even as these governments confronted revenue shortfalls during the
downturn. As a result, these governments have endured unprecedented strains, forcing many to make
untenable choices between laying off educators, firefighters, and other frontline workers or failing to
provide other services that communities rely on. Faced with these challenges, state and local
governments have cut over 1 million jobs since the beginning of the crisis. The experience of prior
economic downturns has shown that budget pressures like these often result in prolonged fiscal
austerity that can slow an economic recovery.
To support the immediate pandemic response, bring back jobs, and lay the groundwork for a strong and
equitable recovery, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 established the Coronavirus State and Local
Fiscal Recovery Funds, designed to deliver $350 billion to state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments
to bolster their response to the COVID-19 emergency and its economic impacts. Today, Treasury is
launching this much-needed relief to:
•Support urgent COVID-19 response efforts to continue to decrease spread of the virus and bring
the pandemic under control;
•Replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services and help retain
jobs;
•Support immediate economic stabilization for households and businesses; and,
•Address systemic public health and economic challenges that have contributed to the inequal
impact of the pandemic on certain populations.
The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provide substantial flexibility for each jurisdiction
to meet local needs—including support for households, small businesses, impacted industries, essential
workers, and the communities hardest-hit by the crisis. These funds also deliver resources that
recipients can invest in building, maintaining, or upgrading their water, sewer, and broadband
infrastructure.
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Starting today, eligible state, territorial, metropolitan city, county, and Tribal governments may request
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds through the Treasury Submission Portal. Concurrent
with this program launch, Treasury has published an Interim Final Rule that implements the provisions
of this program.
FUNDING AMOUNTS
The American Rescue Plan provides a total of $350 billion in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery
Funds to help eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments meet their present needs and build
the foundation for a strong recovery. Congress has allocated this funding to tens of thousands of
jurisdictions. These allocations include:
Type
Amount
($ billions)
States & District of Columbia $195.3
Counties $65.1
Metropolitan Cites $45.6
Tribal Governments $20.0
Territories $4.5
Non-Entitlement Units of
Local Government
$19.5
Treasury expects to distribute these funds directly to each state, territorial, metropolitan city, county,
and Tribal government. Local governments that are classified as non-entitlement units will receive this
funding through their applicable state government. Treasury expects to provide further guidance on
distributions to non-entitlement units next week.
Local governments should expect to receive funds in two tranches, with 50% provided beginning in May
2021 and the balance delivered 12 months later. States that have experienced a net increase in the
unemployment rate of more than 2 percentage points from February 2020 to the latest available data as
of the date of certification will receive their full allocation of funds in a single payment; other states will
receive funds in two equal tranches. Governments of U.S. territories will receive a single payment.
Tribal governments will receive two payments, with the first payment available in May and the second
payment, based on employment data, to be delivered in June 2021.
USES OF FUNDING
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provide eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal
governments with a substantial infusion of resources to meet pandemic response needs and rebuild a
stronger, more equitable economy as the country recovers. Within the categories of eligible uses,
recipients have broad flexibility to decide how best to use this funding to meet the needs of their
communities. Recipients may use Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to:
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• Support public health expenditures, by funding COVID-19 mitigation efforts, medical expenses,
behavioral healthcare, and certain public health and safety staff;
• Address negative economic impacts caused by the public health emergency, including
economic harms to workers, households, small businesses, impacted industries, and the public
sector;
• Replace lost public sector revenue, using this funding to provide government services to the
extent of the reduction in revenue experienced due to the pandemic;
• Provide premium pay for essential workers, offering additional support to those who have
borne and will bear the greatest health risks because of their service in critical infrastructure
sectors; and,
• Invest in water, sewer, and broadband infrastructure, making necessary investments to
improve access to clean drinking water, support vital wastewater and stormwater
infrastructure, and to expand access to broadband internet.
Within these overall categories, Treasury’s Interim Final Rule provides guidelines and principles for
determining the types of programs and services that this funding can support, together with examples
of allowable uses that recipients may consider. As described below, Treasury has also designed these
provisions to take into consideration the disproportionate impacts of the COVID-19 public health
emergency on those hardest-hit by the pandemic.
1. Supporting the public health response
Mitigating the impact of COVID-19 continues to require an unprecedented public health response from
state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments. Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
provide resources to meet these needs through the provision of care for those impacted by the virus
and through services that address disparities in public health that have been exacerbated by the
pandemic. Recipients may use this funding to address a broad range of public health needs across
COVID-19 mitigation, medical expenses, behavioral healthcare, and public health resources. Among
other services, these funds can help support:
• Services and programs to contain and mitigate the spread of COVID-19, including:
Vaccination programs
Medical expenses
Testing
Contact tracing
Isolation or quarantine
PPE purchases
Support for vulnerable populations to
access medical or public health services
Public health surveillance (e.g.,
monitoring for variants)
Enforcement of public health orders
Public communication efforts
Enhancement of healthcare capacity,
including alternative care facilities
Support for prevention, mitigation, or
other services in congregate living
facilities and schools
Enhancement of public health data
systems
Capital investments in public facilities to
meet pandemic operational needs
Ventilation improvements in key settings
like healthcare facilities
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• Services to address behavioral healthcare needs exacerbated by the pandemic, including:
Mental health treatment
Substance misuse treatment
Other behavioral health services
Hotlines or warmlines
Crisis intervention
Services or outreach to promote access
to health and social services
• Payroll and covered benefits expenses for public health, healthcare, human services, public
safety and similar employees, to the extent that they work on the COVID-19 response. For
public health and safety workers, recipients can use these funds to cover the full payroll and
covered benefits costs for employees or operating units or divisions primarily dedicated to the
COVID-19 response.
2. Addressing the negative economic impacts caused by the public health emergency
The COVID-19 public health emergency resulted in significant economic hardship for many Americans.
As businesses closed, consumers stayed home, schools shifted to remote education, and travel declined
precipitously, over 20 million jobs were lost between February and April 2020. Although many have
since returned to work, as of April 2021, the economy remains more than 8 million jobs below its pre-
pandemic peak, and more than 3 million workers have dropped out of the labor market altogether since
February 2020.
To help alleviate the economic hardships caused by the pandemic, Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal
Recovery Funds enable eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to provide a wide range
of assistance to individuals and households, small businesses, and impacted industries, in addition to
enabling governments to rehire public sector staff and rebuild capacity. Among these uses include:
• Delivering assistance to workers and families, including aid to unemployed workers and job
training, as well as aid to households facing food, housing, or other financial insecurity. In
addition, these funds can support survivor’s benefits for family members of COVID-19 victims.
• Supporting small businesses, helping them to address financial challenges caused by the
pandemic and to make investments in COVID-19 prevention and mitigation tactics, as well as to
provide technical assistance. To achieve these goals, recipients may employ this funding to
execute a broad array of loan, grant, in-kind assistance, and counseling programs to enable
small businesses to rebound from the downturn.
• Speeding the recovery of the tourism, travel, and hospitality sectors, supporting industries that
were particularly hard-hit by the COVID-19 emergency and are just now beginning to mend.
Similarly impacted sectors within a local area are also eligible for support.
• Rebuilding public sector capacity, by rehiring public sector staff and replenishing
unemployment insurance (UI) trust funds, in each case up to pre-pandemic levels. Recipients
may also use this funding to build their internal capacity to successfully implement economic
relief programs, with investments in data analysis, targeted outreach, technology infrastructure,
and impact evaluations.
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3. Serving the hardest-hit communities and families
While the pandemic has affected communities across the country, it has disproportionately impacted
low-income families and communities of color and has exacerbated systemic health and economic
inequities. Low-income and socially vulnerable communities have experienced the most severe health
impacts. For example, counties with high poverty rates also have the highest rates of infections and
deaths, with 223 deaths per 100,000 compared to the U.S. average of 175 deaths per 100,000.
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds allow for a broad range of uses to address the
disproportionate public health and economic impacts of the crisis on the hardest-hit communities,
populations, and households. Eligible services include:
• Addressing health disparities and the social determinants of health, through funding for
community health workers, public benefits navigators, remediation of lead hazards, and
community violence intervention programs;
• Investments in housing and neighborhoods, such as services to address individuals
experiencing homelessness, affordable housing development, housing vouchers, and residential
counseling and housing navigation assistance to facilitate moves to neighborhoods with high
economic opportunity;
• Addressing educational disparities through new or expanded early learning services, providing
additional resources to high-poverty school districts, and offering educational services like
tutoring or afterschool programs as well as services to address social, emotional, and mental
health needs; and,
• Promoting healthy childhood environments, including new or expanded high quality childcare,
home visiting programs for families with young children, and enhanced services for child
welfare-involved families and foster youth.
Governments may use Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to support these additional
services if they are provided:
• within a Qualified Census Tract (a low-income area as designated by the Department of Housing
and Urban Development);
• to families living in Qualified Census Tracts;
• by a Tribal government; or,
• to other populations, households, or geographic areas disproportionately impacted by the
pandemic.
4. Replacing lost public sector revenue
State, local, territorial, and Tribal governments that are facing budget shortfalls may use Coronavirus
State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to avoid cuts to government services. With these additional
resources, recipients can continue to provide valuable public services and ensure that fiscal austerity
measures do not hamper the broader economic recovery.
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Many state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments have experienced significant budget shortfalls,
which can yield a devastating impact on their respective communities. Faced with budget shortfalls and
pandemic-related uncertainty, state and local governments cut staff in all 50 states. These budget
shortfalls and staff cuts are particularly problematic at present, as these entities are on the front lines of
battling the COVID-19 pandemic and helping citizens weather the economic downturn.
Recipients may use these funds to replace lost revenue. Treasury’s Interim Final Rule establishes a
methodology that each recipient can use to calculate its reduction in revenue. Specifically, recipients
will compute the extent of their reduction in revenue by comparing their actual revenue to an
alternative representing what could have been expected to occur in the absence of the pandemic.
Analysis of this expected trend begins with the last full fiscal year prior to the public health emergency
and projects forward at either (a) the recipient’s average annual revenue growth over the three full
fiscal years prior to the public health emergency or (b) 4.1%, the national average state and local
revenue growth rate from 2015-18 (the latest available data).
For administrative convenience, Treasury’s Interim Final Rule allows recipients to presume that any
diminution in actual revenue relative to the expected trend is due to the COVID-19 public health
emergency. Upon receiving Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, recipients may
immediately calculate the reduction in revenue that occurred in 2020 and deploy funds to address any
shortfall. Recipients will have the opportunity to re-calculate revenue loss at several points through the
program, supporting those entities that experience a lagged impact of the crisis on revenues.
Importantly, once a shortfall in revenue is identified, recipients will have broad latitude to use this
funding to support government services, up to this amount of lost revenue.
5. Providing premium pay for essential workers
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provide resources for eligible state, local, territorial,
and Tribal governments to recognize the heroic contributions of essential workers. Since the start of the
public health emergency, essential workers have put their physical well-being at risk to meet the daily
needs of their communities and to provide care for others.
Many of these essential workers have not received compensation for the heightened risks they have
faced and continue to face. Recipients may use this funding to provide premium pay directly, or through
grants to private employers, to a broad range of essential workers who must be physically present at
their jobs including, among others:
Staff at nursing homes, hospitals,
and home-care settings
Workers at farms, food production
facilities, grocery stores, and restaurants
Janitors and sanitation workers
Public health and safety staff
Truck drivers, transit staff, and
warehouse workers
Childcare workers, educators, and school
staff
Social service and human services staff
Treasury’s Interim Final Rule emphasizes the need for recipients to prioritize premium pay for lower
income workers. Premium pay that would increase a worker’s total pay above 150% of the greater of
the state or county average annual wage requires specific justification for how it responds to the needs
of these workers.
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In addition, employers are both permitted and encouraged to use Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal
Recovery Funds to offer retrospective premium pay, recognizing that many essential workers have not
yet received additional compensation for work performed. Staff working for third-party contractors in
eligible sectors are also eligible for premium pay.
6. Investing in water and sewer infrastructure
Recipients may use Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to invest in necessary
improvements to their water and sewer infrastructures, including projects that address the impacts of
climate change.
Recipients may use this funding to invest in an array of drinking water infrastructure projects, such as
building or upgrading facilities and transmission, distribution, and storage systems, including the
replacement of lead service lines.
Recipients may also use this funding to invest in wastewater infrastructure projects, including
constructing publicly-owned treatment infrastructure, managing and treating stormwater or subsurface
drainage water, facilitating water reuse, and securing publicly-owned treatment works.
To help jurisdictions expedite their execution of these essential investments, Treasury’s Interim Final
Rule aligns types of eligible projects with the wide range of projects that can be supported by the
Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund and Drinking Water State
Revolving Fund. Recipients retain substantial flexibility to identify those water and sewer infrastructure
investments that are of the highest priority for their own communities.
Treasury’s Interim Final Rule also encourages recipients to ensure that water, sewer, and broadband
projects use strong labor standards, including project labor agreements and community benefits
agreements that offer wages at or above the prevailing rate and include local hire provisions.
7. Investing in broadband infrastructure
The pandemic has underscored the importance of access to universal, high-speed, reliable, and
affordable broadband coverage. Over the past year, millions of Americans relied on the internet to
participate in remote school, healthcare, and work.
Yet, by at least one measure, 30 million Americans live in areas where there is no broadband service or
where existing services do not deliver minimally acceptable speeds. For millions of other Americans, the
high cost of broadband access may place it out of reach. The American Rescue Plan aims to help remedy
these shortfalls, providing recipients with flexibility to use Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery
Funds to invest in broadband infrastructure.
Recognizing the acute need in certain communities, Treasury’s Interim Final Rule provides that
investments in broadband be made in areas that are currently unserved or underserved—in other
words, lacking a wireline connection that reliably delivers minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 3
Mbps upload. Recipients are also encouraged to prioritize projects that achieve last-mile connections to
households and businesses.
Using these funds, recipients generally should build broadband infrastructure with modern technologies
in mind, specifically those projects that deliver services offering reliable 100 Mbps download and 100
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Mbps upload speeds, unless impracticable due to topography, geography, or financial cost. In addition,
recipients are encouraged to pursue fiber optic investments.
In view of the wide disparities in broadband access, assistance to households to support internet access
or digital literacy is an eligible use to respond to the public health and negative economic impacts of the
pandemic, as detailed above.
8. Ineligible Uses
Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provide substantial resources to help eligible state,
local, territorial, and Tribal governments manage the public health and economic consequences of
COVID-19. Recipients have considerable flexibility to use these funds to address the diverse needs of
their communities.
To ensure that these funds are used for their intended purposes, the American Rescue Plan Act also
specifies two ineligible uses of funds:
• States and territories may not use this funding to directly or indirectly offset a reduction in net
tax revenue due to a change in law from March 3, 2021 through the last day of the fiscal year
in which the funds provided have been spent. The American Rescue Plan ensures that funds
needed to provide vital services and support public employees, small businesses, and families
struggling to make it through the pandemic are not used to fund reductions in net tax revenue.
Treasury’s Interim Final Rule implements this requirement. If a state or territory cuts taxes, they
must demonstrate how they paid for the tax cuts from sources other than Coronavirus State
Fiscal Recovery Funds—by enacting policies to raise other sources of revenue, by cutting
spending, or through higher revenue due to economic growth. If the funds provided have been
used to offset tax cuts, the amount used for this purpose must be paid back to the Treasury.
• No recipient may use this funding to make a deposit to a pension fund. Treasury’s Interim
Final Rule defines a “deposit” as an extraordinary contribution to a pension fund for the purpose
of reducing an accrued, unfunded liability. While pension deposits are prohibited, recipients
may use funds for routine payroll contributions for employees whose wages and salaries are an
eligible use of funds.
Treasury’s Interim Final Rule identifies several other ineligible uses, including funding debt service, legal
settlements or judgments, and deposits to rainy day funds or financial reserves. Further, general
infrastructure spending is not covered as an eligible use outside of water, sewer, and broadband
investments or above the amount allocated under the revenue loss provision. While the program offers
broad flexibility to recipients to address local conditions, these restrictions will help ensure that funds
are used to augment existing activities and address pressing needs.
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City Recovery Plan05.25.2021Travis Storin, Chief Financial OfficerSeonAh Kendall, City Recovery ManagerATTACHMENT 42.4Packet Pg. 67Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
2Questions for CouncilRecovery Vision: Fort Collins residents and businesses are able to participate in a resilient, vibrant and inclusive future.Does Council agree with the recommended allocation of the 15/85 split of American Rescue Plan Funding to address current needs while developing the City recovery plan?2.4Packet Pg. 68Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
2020 ResponseCoronavirus Relief Fund Impact32.4Packet Pg. 69Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
4CARES CVRF Spending TimelineFirst known case in Northern Colorado2021WRAP UP,LOOKINGFORWARD?APRIL MAY JUNEJULYAUGUSTOCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBERVirtuVisit program launchedSmall Business Assistance ProgramNorthside Aztlan Non-CongregateShelter OpensCity receives $9M in CARESCVRF FundingCARES Lead Team FormedStay at Home Order BeginsDe-escalationTrainingMind Matters Exhibit OpensNoCo Nosh Partnership LaunchesCARESDashboardLaunchesVaccine Distribution BeginsCamp FunQuest Programs Begin CARES Act EvictionLegal Fund LaunchesUtilities Assistance Program BeginsCommunity Assistance Grant Awarded Outdoor Dining ExpansionCOVID-19WastewasterTesting BeginsPPEDistribution for businessesand nonprofitsEOCEstablishedStay at Home Order EndsCity Face Coverings Requirement BeginsSEPTEMBERMARCHKeep NoCo Open LaunchesStatewide Mask Mandate enactedKeep NoCo Open Answer the CallForFortCollins.comNoCoRecovers.comInclusivecommunityengagement2.4Packet Pg. 70Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
CARES Recap5Outcome:Provide safe service delivery & support for the community & employeesExamples:• Emergency Operations Center• Remote work and office reconfigurations• COVID testing/lab center• PPE for staffOutcome:Supported innovation & adaptability to meet the most critical community needs & keep people in their homesExamples:• FunQuest Summer Program• Utility Assistance Program• VirtuVisit program• Legal defense fund• Shelters / Housing assistance• Community assistance grant programsOutcome: Deepened relationships with the business community &response to critical business needsExamples:• Keep NoCo Open Campaign• Restaurant outside dining expansion• NoCo Nosh food delivery• Small Business AssistanceProgram• PPE distribution for small businesses and nonprofitsOrganization29%Economic / Business30%Social / Residential41%2.4Packet Pg. 71Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
6Outlook on Recovery27%63%11%23%62%14%020406080100Aug '20 May '21Confidence in Recovery of NoCoEconomy over next 6-12 monthsUpNeutralDown2.4Packet Pg. 72Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
American Rescue Plan-2.4Packet Pg. 73Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
8American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)• Other funds available within (ARPA)for:• Childcare, utility/water bills, libraries, small business, support for people experiencing homelessness and broadband•Collaboration with partners and the State vital to leverage all funds available for thecommunity and avoid duplication of funds$410BStimulusChecks$360BGovernment$246BExtended Unemployment Programs$194BOther$176BEducation$143BExpanded Tax Credits$123BCOVID-19Response$105BHealth$59B SmallBusiness$56B Transportation$16B Agriculture$360B Allocated for GovernmentSK11SM162.4Packet Pg. 74Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
Slide 8SK11Is this a backup slide?SeonAh Kendall, 5/11/2021SM16Should this slide go before the fort collins specifics?Sarah Meline, 5/13/20212.4Packet Pg. 75Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
9ARPA State & Local Fiscal Recovery Fund•$28.1M allocation for Fort Collins•1sthalf to be received May 2021• Considerable broader definition of eligible expenses vs. CARES• Have until December 31, 2024, to spend• Programs/timing/leveraging for utilization - TBD2.4Packet Pg. 76Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
10HealingInclusiveResilientVibrantResponseRecovery$28.1M allocation for Fort CollinsResponse vs. Recovery2.4Packet Pg. 77Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
11Response vs. Recovery$4.2M15%$23.9M85%Proposed Allocation of Funds$28.1M allocation for Fort CollinsRESPONSE & PRECOVERYRECOVERY2.4Packet Pg. 78Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
12Response vs. Recovery$4.2M15%$23.9M85%RESPONSE•Triage/relief efforts•Short-term: Address immediateneeds• Activate dollars with staff-drivenprocess; similar to CARES CVRF distribution•Re-entry•Resources: grants, loans and communication•Timeline:12-18 monthsProposed Allocation of ARPA FundsRECOVERY•Build back better•Long-term:Intentional, strategic planning• Aligns with community feedback and Recovery Plan•Stabilization and growth•Resources:technical assistance, innovation, grants, infrastructure (traditional and human)•Timeline:19 months and beyond2.4Packet Pg. 79Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Uses13DISALLOWED:• Contributions to pension funds• Offset direct or indirect taxes• Debt service• Legal settlements • Financial reservesALLOWABLE(BUT NOT LIMITED TO):• Responding / mitigating health response• Address negative economic impacts• Provide equity-focused services to address disparities• Necessary investments in water, seweror broadband infrastructure• Revenue replacement• Essential worker premium pay or grants2.4Packet Pg. 80Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
Recovery Plan-2.4Packet Pg. 81Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
15Recovery for AllK-SHAPED RECOVERYPRIOR TOCOVID-19RECESSION RECOVERYRecovering:• Technology• Online Retail• Home Improvements• Work from AnywhereNeeding Assistance:• Travel & Tourism• Food Services• Work on Site• Marginalized Community members2.4Packet Pg. 82Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
16Recovery Plan VisionHEALING INCLUSIVE RESILIENT VIBRANTDEFINITIONThe process of making or becoming sound or healthyagain.An intention or policyof including people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized.Inclusion requires removing barriers so all can thrive.The ability to better avoid, withstand or recover from difficult conditions of various scales.A sense of place and belonging for all. Full of energy andenthusiasm.Fort Collins residents and businesses are able to participatein a resilient, vibrantandinclusive future.2.4Packet Pg. 83Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
17Recovery Plan Guiding PrinciplesGUIDING PRINCIPLESLIVABILITY:Help our community rebound and thriveSUSTAINABILITY:Apply a triple bottom line lens to recoveryCOMMUNITY:Ensure a robust, inclusive, welcoming engagement to inform the recovery planConnect existing plans (City Plan, Strategic Plan, Council Priorities)Leverage Federal, State and Local funds to advance recovery*Addressimmediate(response and precovery) and long-term(recovery) needs of our community through funding and transparency2.4Packet Pg. 84Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
18Recovery Plan TimelineMayJunJulAugSeptOctNovDecAnalyze data; draft planPublicengagementCouncil work sessionPotentialCounciladoptionReview US TreasuryGuidance; 1sttranche of APRA rec’dNeedsassessment;ApplicationProcessDistributeshort-termFundsReporting & Compliance Review forshort-term FRF Develop processes forlong-term ARPAPrepare for 2ndtrancheof funds*PublicengagementRECOVERY PLAN DEVELOPMENTMay - NovemberRECOVERY PLAN DEVELOPMENTMay - NovemberARPA PROCESSMay ‘21 – Dec ‘21 & beyondARPA PROCESSMay ‘21 – Dec ‘21 & beyond2.4Packet Pg. 85Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
19Questions for CouncilRecovery Vision: Fort Collins residents and businesses are able to participate in a resilient, vibrant and inclusive future.Does Council agree with the recommended allocation of the 15/85 split of American Rescue Plan Funding to address current needs while developing the City recovery plan?2.4Packet Pg. 86Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
For More Information, VisitTHANK YOU!Ourcity.fcgov.com/forfoco2.4Packet Pg. 87Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
21Eligible Equity-Focused Servicesw/ ARPA2.4Packet Pg. 88Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)
22Back Up: #BuildBackStrongerCOApril 2021, State of Colorado listening tours: Build Back Stronger to assist prioritization of State's federal ARPA allocationQuestions asked:• What is one big idea you think could contribute the most to the economic recovery?• What are the top 3 investments you think should be prioritized and how do you see them leveraging Colorado's (or regional) unique contexts to support economic recovery?• If we maximized our use of federal + state programs and Colorado's assets, what should the world look like for Coloradans in 2-5 years and beyond?2.4Packet Pg. 89Attachment: Powerpoint Presentation (10314 : Fort Collins Recovery Plan)