HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 05/24/2005 - BUILDING ON BASICS 2005 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRA DATE: May24, 2005 WORK SESSION ITEM
STAFF: Diane Jones FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL
Ann Turnquist
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Building on Basics 2005 Capital Improvement Program.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Is Council supportive of the plan to place the renewal of the BOB Community
Enhancements package on the November 2005 ballot?
The Building Community Choices sales tax is set to expire December 31, 2005. The
November 2005 election will be the City's last opportunity to seek renewal of the funding
sources prior to its expiration.
2. Does City Council have any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding the list of
capital projects currently under review?
A list of 34 high priority projects is included as Attachment 1 for Council's consideration.
These projects, included in the City's Ten-Year Capital Inventory, were identified from
various City master plans, and have been identified by both staff and Boards and
Commissions as being of a high priority. Many of these projects have also received support
from citizens throughout the past year as public feedback has been sought. The project list
represents over $200 million in unfunded capital needs.
3. Is the staffs proposed outreach plan acceptable?
Key milestones and a summary of the staffs plan to update the citizen outreach and
involvement that was completed last fall is included below. By updating the outreach,staff
can begin to develop community awareness that the issue will be on the November 2005
ballot and gather input that may be helpful to Council in developing a package of projects.
4. Can City Council provide any direction at this time that would narrow the project list,
or is there consensus on any projects what should be included on the final list?
If there is any consensus on projects which definitely should be included or projects that
should not be considered at this time, that information would be helpful. As staff works to
gather feedback from citizens, any information about Council's leanings on projects would
be helpful, though not essential at this point.
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5. Does City Council have any direction to provide regarding the amount of tax to be
sought or the term of the tax?
At the May 10 Study Session, Council discussed the possibility of seeking a tax renewal for
an amount greater than the existing tax. Staff has developed revenue estimates for both the
1/4 cent renewal and a 1/3 cent tax. Current revenue estimates for a 1/4 cent renewal are
$5.6 million per year and$56 million over 10 years(constant dollars). A 1/3 cent tax would
yield $7.5 million per year or$75 million over 10 years.
BACKGROUND
On May 10, staff provided City Council with a briefing on the Building on Basics capital
improvement program. The purpose of the briefing was to provide information to the Council
regarding a significant Council initiative that began with a previous City Council.
Staff reviewed information such as the purpose of the City's capital program, the City's history of
voter approved capital sales taxes, background on the previous capital plan Building Community
Choices,and the work to date on the Building on Basics(BOB)program. The purpose of this Work
Session will be to provide Council with the opportunity to provide direction on a variety of questions
that will set the direction of the project over the next few months.
In order to set ballot language for the BOB renewal for the November election, Council and staff
will work to reach several project milestones in the coming months. Key milestones include:
May/June: Citizen Involvement through Service Clubs, Speakers Bureau, Channel 27,
FCGOV.COM, and Boards and Commissions.
Staff will update the citizen outreach and involvement efforts which were completed during fall
2004. Staff is currently scheduled for speaking engagements at a variety of organizations and
service clubs. A public information program through Channel 27 is under development. The City's
web site will provide up-to-date information about the project, possibly including a feedback
opportunity similar to the on-line survey that was used during 2004.
Boards and Commissions have met over the last month to review and update their feedback on
needed projects. With the exception of the Transportation Board which will be updating its
feedback following its May 19 meeting, all of the other Boards involved in providing feedback of
the projects have renewed their recommendations for projects that are their high priorities. These
recommendations, previously provided to City Council in May 2004, are attached for Council's
information. (See Attachment 2.)
June 14 Work Session: To hear summary of citizen feedback,conduct a Council priority
setting exercise and provide direction on the project list.
Over the coming month,staff will solicit feedback from citizens regarding priorities for the program.
This feedback will be summarized for Council's next work session.
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In fall 2004,City Council participated in an exercise to explore priorities for projects that would be
included on the funding list for the BOB renewal. This activity used an automated Excel
spreadsheet to allow individual Council Members to select their highest priority projects while
demonstrating the cost of both capital construction and new Operations and Maintenance costs on
future budgets. Feedback from each Council Member was combined to illustrate areas of both
agreement and disagreement about priorities. Staff will propose using a similar method prior to the
June 14 work session to provide information to Council for the process of narrowing the project list
that fits within revenue projections.
Mid-July: Formal citizen survey to provide statistically valid feedback on voter
preferences.
Staff proposes that a statistically valid citizen survey be completed in order to gather information
about voters'interest in and willingness to fund specific capital projects. By seeking this input prior
to Council setting ballot language, the Council will be able to evaluate which projects are most
likely to be well received by voters in November, and will be able to test any tax rate strategies that
may be under consideration(i.e. 1/4 cent v. 1/3 cent,etc.) Given that the City may only ask for voter
approval of a tax measure at November elections,and April elections in odd numbered years,it will
be critical that this measure be designed in a way that is highly likely to succeed at the November
2005 election. A voter survey is an appropriate way to evaluate the likelihood of success for specific
packages.
July 26 Work Session: City Manager's recommendation, provide direction on final
ballot language, select projects for inclusion in the ballot
measure.
This work session will provide staff with final direction on projects to be included in the ballot
measure. The City Manager will present a recommendation for a group of projects that can be
funded within the available resources. Council will work to develop a consensus on the projects
which they wish voters to consider on the ballot.
August 16: Final day to set ballot language for the November ballot.
Ballot language for the November 8, 2005 election must be provided to the County Clerk's Office
no later than September 5.Therefore,language must be set no later than the August 16 City Council
meeting.
Sales and Use Tax 1/4 Cent Revenue Projections and Tax Rates
Sales and use tax collections over the coming 10 years are projected to grow modestly. In 2006, a
1/4 cent sales tax for capital would yield nearly$5.6 million. Since projects that have been proposed
have cost estimates in current year(2005)constant dollars,staff typically estimates revenues for the
life of a capital program in current year dollars as well. So, for example, if the Council placed a 10
year renewal of the capital plan on the ballot, projects costing a total of no more than $56 million
should be proposed. If operations and maintenance costs are to be included within the tax measure,
a project list with lower capital cost total should be proposed. A 1/3 cent tax would yield $7.5
million per year, or$75 million over 10 years.
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1/4 cent x 10 years = $56 million
1/3 cent x 10 years = $75 million
At the May 10 work session, City Council asked for additional information about the City's tax
rates. The City's current sales and use tax rate is 3%, with a total tax rate of 6.7%when State and
County sales taxes are included. The City's sales tax rate is not limited by the state and currently is
equal to or lower than many local tax rates in Northern Colorado.
City Sales Tax Rates
Colorado Cities
Sales and Use Tax Rates November 2004
Within Fort Collins
May 2005 Aurora 4.55%
State of Colorado 2.9 % Thornton 4.55%
Larimer County .8 % Westminster 4.45%
City of Fort Collins 3.0 % Denver 4.30%
Total Sales Tax 6.7 % Boulder 4.21%
Broomfield 4.15%
Arvada 4.01%
Pueblo 3.50%
Loveland 3.00%
Fort Collins 3.00%
Lakewood 2.80%
Colorado Springs 2.50%
In considering whether to ask for a 1/4 cent renewal or an increase to a 1/3 cent tax, Council may
wish to consider several factors. A renewal of the 1/4 cent tax may be more acceptable to voters
because it represents no increase in the overall tax rate. With several other tax related ballot
measures on the November ballot,proposing a tax increase may make passage of the City issue more
difficult. The State's measures"C"and"D"related to TABOR tax limitations and the County's jail
funding proposal will compete with the City for voter approval.
If the Council decided to offer the voters a tax package that represented a real increase in the tax
rate, an opportunity could be created to present two packages, with the types of projects being
"unbundled"between the two packages. For example, one package at 115 cent could be dedicated
to Transportation, while an additional 115 cent tax could be dedicated to Cultural/Recreational
projects. The City could also accomplish additional projects with the increased revenue source,
completing more of the high priority capital projects.
Project List
Attachment 3 is a summary list of projects that have been considered for funding through the BOB
program as well as detailed project sheets for each project from the 2005 Capital Improvement Plan
and Inventory. The Plan and Inventory has been developed from various City master plans, such
as the Transportation Master Plan, Parks Policy Plan, Library Capital Plan, the Utilities' master
plans, the General Government Facilities Plan, the Downtown Strategic Plan and the Cultural
Facilities Master Plan.
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Projects on the list include those which staff and Boards and Commissions have identified as High
Priority projects from the inventory. These projects are currently either partially funded or
unfunded. If voters approve renewal of the sales tax,BOB program funds could provide the funding
to accomplish these projects. The summary list includes cost estimates that have been updated to
2005 estimates. Detailed project descriptions for each of the projects on the Preliminary List are
also included as Attachment 4.
Budgeting for Outcomes: Role of dedicated revenues and capital planning
At the May 10 work session,Council asked staff to provide some additional information about how
the Building on Basics Capital Program relates to the Budgeting for Outcomes approach to
developing the 2006-2007 Budget. Though the timing of the adoption of an Outcomes Based
Budget will be less than ideal for planning a capital program for the November ballot, the desired
results statements will have been adopted prior to selecting projects for the BOB packages. This will
allow the BOB project to align its goals with the Council and community's desired outcomes.
Staff views the seven outcomes selected by Council as a filter to use in selecting projects that should
be included in the ballot measure.By reviewing the projects in the context of how they help the City
achieve the desired outcomes, we will have an additional piece of information that will be helpful
in narrowing down the list of projects to a package that can be funded through the BOB program.
For example, if City Council is considering funding the Harmony Road, College to Seneca project,
it can evaluate how well the project aligns with the Outcomes. The project may address desired
results such as better Transportation, enhancing the community's Economic Health, or improving
air quality as part of the Environmental Health Outcome.
At the May 10 Work Session, Council Members specifically asked how various proposed capital
projects align with the goal of improving economic health. A few proposed projects stand out for
their potential economic impact. The construction of a new facility in the Downtown for the Fort
Collins Museum and the Discovery Science Center will draw visitors from the entire region. The
only other science center in the State is in Denver. A partnership between our Museum and the DSC
will allow both institutions to offer programs, exhibits and events on a scale that far surpasses their
current offerings.
Another project with significant economic potential is a new 2200 seat performing arts center in the
Downtown area. A new facility of this size will allow us to book top notch theatrical productions
and high-end music talent. This facility would also draw visitors throughout the region and would
help make Fort Collins a cultural destination. The difficulty with this project is the cost of over$50
million. It is also difficult to proceed with this project until we learn more about the music venue
that is currently being planned for the oxbow site.
Transportation projects also have an economic impact. A good transportation system helps
businesses move goods and materials. It also helps make Fort Collins an attractive place to live,
which keeps our workforce strong and diverse. Plus,if people want to live here they will create new
businesses here. The economic impact of being an attractive place to live is also supported by
projects that help keep our community a safe place to live. It is further supported by a good library
system,improvements to our parks,and a new recreation center. Transportation improvements that
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provide parking and easy access to and through Downtown also support the Downtown as a cultural
destination.
As a dedicated revenue source, revenues from the BOB program will not be competing with other
programs and offers for existing City resources. Similar to the City's other dedicated taxes,Natural
Areas and Pavement Management, these programs will stand outside the Budgeting for Outcomes
evaluation process, though they can benefit from knowing about the community's priorities.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Preliminary Project List—Building on Basics 2005, May 2005
2. Boards and Commissions Feed back Summary
3. 2005-2014 Capital Inventory Summary—Funded,Partially Funded and Unfunded Projects
4. Detailed Project Descriptions
Attachment 1
Updated May 2005
Preliminary Project List-Building on Basics 2005
(thousands of 2005 dollars)
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Libraries
Library Materials $ 3,750 $ - S 3,750
Library Technology s 4,760 $ - s 4,760
Southeast Branch Library $ 4,560 $ 3,000 $ 1,560
Total Unfunded Cost S 10,070
Cultural Facilities
Fort Collins Museum/Discovery Science Center Joint Facility $ 12,000 $ 6,500 $ 5,500
Lincoln Canter Renovation $ 9,000 $ 9,000
New Perforating Arts Center s 50,300 S 6,000 $ 44,500
Fort Collins Museum Storage Facility $ 2,472 $ - $ 2,472
Total Unfunded Cost $ 61,472
Parks and Recreation
Community Park Upgrades and Enhancements S 11250 $ - S 1,250
Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion $ 8,480 $ - $ 8,480
Neighborhood Park Upgrades and Enhancements $ 700 $ - S 700
Recreation Center at Fossil Creek Community Park $ 20,988 $ - $ 20,988
Reslroom,Office and Irrigation at Roselawn Cemetery $ 275 S - $ 275
Total Unfunded Cost $ 31,693
Community Planning and Environmental Services Projects
Cache La Poudre River Habitat Restoration S 4,500 S - S 4,500
Total Unfunded Cost $ 4,500
Police Services Projects
• Police Services Computer Aided Dispatch Replacement Project S 4,000 $ 3,400 $ 600
Police Services Automated Vehicle Locators(AVLs) $ 487 S - $ 487
Total Unfunded Cost s 1,087
Roads/Multi-Modal Transportation Projects
Drake Road--BNSF RR Grade Separation $ 10,680 S - $ 10,680
East Drake Road--Harvard to Stover $ 2,136 S - $ 2,136
Harmony-Seneca to College $ 9,170 $ 5,201 $ 3,969
Intersection Improvements and Traffic Signals $ 16,000 $ - $ 16,000
Intersection Improvements at College Ave.and Harmony Road $ 4,140 S - $ 4,140
Lamy Avenue,Lincoln to Conifer $ 24,525 $ 8,282 $ 16,243
Mulberry St/SH 14 Park and Ride--Mulberry/125 Interchange $ 1,000 $ - S 1,000
North College Avenue--Vine Drive to Conifer Street $ 8,280 $ - $ 8,280
Prospect-Poudre River to 1-25:4 Lane Arterial $ 8,280 $ 2,898 $ 5,382
Streets Facility Expansion 5 1,800 $ - $ 1,800
Timberline-Drake to Prospect $ 12,156 S 7,300 S 4,856
Timberline--Mulberry m Mountain Vista $ 23,458 $ 18,216 $ 5,242
Traffic Operations Management Center,Phase 11 $ 2,100 $ - S 2,100
Total Unfunded Cost $ 81,828
Transit
Replacement Buses Transit Fleet $ 4,613 S 3,690 S 923
New Vehicles for Transit Fleet S 3,091 $ 2,473 S 618
Total Unfunded Cost $ 1,541
Bike/Pedestrian Enhancements
Fort Collins Bicycle Program Plan Implementation $ 8,412 S - S 8,412
Bike/Ped Trail--Spring Creek to Laurel(MTC) $ 4,087 $ - $ 4,087
Pedestrian Plan and ADA Improvements,Continuation $ 10,144 $ 5,530 $ 4,614
Bike/Pod Underpass at Troutman and FIN RR(MTC) $ 1,777 S 1,500
• Total Unfunded Cost S 18,613
Total Unfunded Cost,All Projects $ 210,804
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City of Fort Collins
Boards and Commissions Recommendations
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• a City of Fort Collins Transportation Board
6Brent Thordazson, Chair
City of Fort Collins
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 26, 2005
TO: Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Brent Thordarson, Chair
Transportation Board
RE: Recommendations for Building on Basics Sales Tax Initiative
The Transportation Board discussed the Building on Basics sales tax initiative with City staff at
its April 20, 2005 meeting. The Board members passed by unanimous consent(9-0) the
following motion with respect to the initiative:
• "The Transportation Board advises City Council to proceed with the 1/4 cent sales tax
initiative, with the project fist as previously submitted. The Transportation Board cautions
Council that, while any amount of transportation capital is helpful and necessary, what is
available from the BOB process is inadequate and we need long term, comprehensive
funding mechanisms for transportation needs."
With respect to the latter part of the motion, there was a significant amount of discussion by the
Board in support of identifying a sustainable approach to capital project funding needs. The
twenty year build-out of the City's Master Street Plan (for all modes of travel) will require close
to $1.1 billion dollars, yet the citizen initiatives used in the recent past have produced only a
fraction of this dollar amount for transportation projects over a given 5 to10 year period. These
initiatives also depend upon the repeated support of the city's electorate, where a change in voter
sentiment has the potential to increase an already vast deficit in available project funding.
The project list referenced by the motion was forwarded to Council in memorandums dated
March 8 and November 18, 2004, which are included as attachments.
If you would like any clarification, please contact me at 679-2165 or at
brent_thordarson@agilent.com.
cc: Darin Atteberry, City Manager
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City ofFort Collins Transportation Board
Bruce Henderson,Chair
City of Fort Collins
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Fischbach,City Manager
Diane Jones,Assistant City Manager
Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bruce Henderson,Chair
Transportation Board
DATE: March 8, 2004
RE: Capitallmpmwment Projects
At the request of the City Manager,the Transportation Advisory Board has completed
a review of the Capital Improvement Projects listed in the recently updated Transportation
Master Plan. We have prioritized a collection of projects across all modes that we feel are
the best candidates to be included in a new tax initiative,perhaps as an extension of the
Building Community Choices.
As the Council is aware,we are seriously short of transportation capital funding in the city
of Fort Collins. Continued shortfalls in capital investment in the transportation
infrastructure will impact quality of life and may inhibit economic recovery. The Board
supports the idea to secure additional funding.
All of the projects listed in the Transportation Master Plan,which includes projects beyond
the City's existing ten year capital inventory,have merit. In fact,it was difficult to pick the
best of many needed improvements. The following comments share some of our thinking
behind the choices trade.
• The Board strongly supports a multi-modal approach to funding our capital projects.
Many of our transportation needs cannot be resolved by adding traffic lanes,especially
in the more congested older sections of the city.
• In establishing the distribution of projects between modes, the Board was guided by the
distribution of projects in the overall Transportation Master Plan. The modal
breakdown of our list approximately reflects the total share of capital need by mode. If
further refinement of the enclosed list is necessary,we recommend a continuation of
that distribution.
• Many projects on the overall capital needs list, like widening Lemay,are worthy but
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come at too high an opportunity cost relative to other needs.
• Funding for the Bus Rapid Transit feature of the Mason Transportation
Corridor project is not included in the priority list.We feel the size of the local share of
that project is large enough to skew the percent too heavily toward transit.This
project should be the topic of its own separate initiative.
• The Transit projects included in our list provide for new and replacement vehicles only.
In recommending this,we assume at least one route will be added to the current
TransFort service: Harmony Road east to I-25 including service to the medical campus
at Timberline and the Park&Ride at I-25. Funding for additional routes is,of course,
not a capital item.
We recommend the Council actively encourage the City Staff to aggressively seek
opportunities to use modern Roundabouts at appropriate intersections throughout the city.
Roundabouts result in a more efficient use of our constrained capital dollars than do
conventional intersections, and can move more traffic with fewer lanes.
The Council should further encourage the City Staff to explore ALL potential alternative
sources for funding that are not currently being used.
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Feb 19,2004
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City Manager's Office
Attachment C
City of Fort Collins MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and City Council Members
Thru: John Fischbach, City Manager
From: Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
Re: Board and Commission Feedback Re: Building Community Choices
Renewal Projects
Date: May 18, 2004
Attached are memoranda from various City Boards and Commissions regarding priorities
for projects to be funded through the renewal of the Building Community Choices sales
taxes. Boards were asked to provide feedback regarding the communities highest priority
needs for capital projects. They were asked to review the projects from the City's 10-
• Year Capital Plan and Inventory that relate to their areas of interest. They were asked to
provide narrative feedback on four aspects of those projects—Feasibility, Urgency, Need
and Desirability. They also were given the opportunity to make some general
recommendations about priorities within their area of expertise. Boards involved in the
process included:
• Transportation Board
• Cultural Resources Board
• Library Board
• Senior Advisory Board
• Parks and Recreation Board
• Youth Advisory Board
• Golf Board
In addition to these Boards, the Planning and Zoning Board and the Air Quality Advisory
Board provided more general feedback about projects that would be significant in
implementation of City Plan and the Air Quality Action Plan respectively.
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City ofFort Collins Transportation Board
Bruce Henderson, Chain
City of Fort Collins
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager
Diane Jones,Assistant City Manager
Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bruce Henderson, Chair
Transportation Board
DATE: March 8, 2004
RE: Capital Improvement Pmjeas
At the request of the City Manager, the Transportation Advisory Board has completed
a review of the Capital Improvement Projects listed in the recently updated Transportation
Master Plan. We have prioritized a collection of projects across all modes that we feel are
the best candidates to be included in a new tax initiative, perhaps as an extension of the
Building Community Choices.
As the Council is aware, we are seriously short of transportation capital funding in the city
of Fort Collins. Continued shortfalls in capital investment in the transportation
infrastructure will impact quality of life and may inhibit economic recovery. The Board
supports the idea to secure additional funding.
All of the projects fisted in the Transportation Master Plan,which includes projects beyond
the City's existing ten year capital inventory, have merit. In fact,it was difficult to pick the
best of many needed improvements. The following comments share some of our thinking
behind the choices made.
• The Board strongly supports a multi-modal approach to funding our capital projects.
Many of our transportation needs cannot be resolved by adding traffic lanes,especially
in the more congested older sections of the city.
• In establishing the distribution of projects between modes, the Board was guided by the
distribution of projects in the overall Transportation Master Plan. The modal
breakdown of our list approximately reflects the total share of capital need by mode. If
further refinement of the enclosed list is necessary,we recommend a continuation of
that distribution.
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Capital Improvement Prrujutt
March 8, 2004
Page 2
• Many projects on the overall capital needs list, like widening L.emay,are worthy but
come at too high an opportunity cost relative to other needs.
Funding for the Bus Rapid Transit feature of the Mason Transportation
Corridor project is not included in the priority list We feel the size of the local share of
that project is large enough to skew the percent too heavily toward transit. This
project should be the topic of its own separate initiative.
The Transit projects included in our list provide for new and replacement vehicles only.
In recommending this, we assume at least one route will be added to the current
TransFort service: Harmony Road east to 1-25 including service to the medical campus
at Timberline and the Park& Ride at I-25. Funding for additional routes is,of course,
not a capital item.
We recommend the Council actively encourage the City Staff to aggressively seek
opportunities to use modern Roundabouts at appropriate intersections throughout the city.
Roundabouts result in a more efficient use of our constrained capital dollars than do
conventional intersections,and can move more traffic with fewer lanes.
The Council should further encourage the City Staff to explore ALL potential alternative
sources for funding that are not currently being used.
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Cultural, Library and Recreational Services
Lincoln Center
MEMORANDUM
City of Fort Collins
To: John Fischbach, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
From: Cultural Resources Board
Re: Board and Commission Input re: Capital Sales Tax Proposal
Date: Match 5, 2004
Thank you for the opportunity to designate the Cultural Resources Board's priorities for
future capital projects in the Cultural Services Division. The Cultural Resources Board feels
all of these projects are greatly needed and desirable for the continued cultural health of our
community. During our board meeting, much discussion centered around if a second .25
cent sales tax might be introduced. We would like to submit two prioritizations: one based
on continuing one .25 cent tax, and a second based on adding an additional .25 cent tax.
If the City Council brings forth renewing the .25 cent tax the CRB recommends the
following prioritization:
• 1. Addition to the Fort Collins Museum
The addition is one of the phases originally part of the overall Cultural
Center plan for the Museum. The uncertainty of the future of the Library
building makes an addition onto the Museum the most feasible aspect of the
plan, allowing the Museum to meet the needs of the community. Please see the
attached matrix for feasibility, need, urgency, and desirability ratings.
2. New storage facility for Museum artifacts
The current storage facility is inadequate in size and environmental
conditions to meet appropriate storage standards for museums. Please see
the attached matrix for feasibility, need, urgency, and desirability ratings.
If City Council is inclined to add a second .25 cent tax, the CRB would propose as its first
priority the new performing arts center. The prioritization would be as follows:
1. The construction of a new performing Arts Center
As land has already been purchased for this project, this project is ready to
move forward once funds become available. Please see the attached matrix
for feasibility, need, urgency, and desirability ratings.
2. Addition to the Fort Collins Museum
3. New storage facility for Museum artifacts
Thank you again for this opportunity to express the importance of cultural facilities to our
community.
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417 West Magnolia • Fort Collins,CO 80521-2646 • (970) 221-6735 • FAX (970)484-0424
FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Addition to Museum
Feasibility - The addition allows the Museum to expand programming
and exhibition opportunities.
- Constructing the addition over existing parking area
addresses the ordinance imposed on preserving green space.
- This phase of the overall Cultural Center plan is reasonable
to accomplish in the given park space and will not
significantly increase O&M.
- Improved facilities will assist the Museum in leveraging
more private funding for community services
- Increased space will result in increased fee based revenue
Urgency - The Museum is unable to meet the needs of the community.
Attendance continues to increase, summer programs are
filled to capacity within days of registration, galleries are too
small to accommodate national traveling exhibition.
- The Museum is currently gaining attention and recognition.
This is a prime time to capitalize on this interest.
- Deferring the project will increase its costs overtime due to
inflation.
Need - A community effort is underway to develop a cultural
identity for Downtown Fort Collins and the Museum must
provide a leading role for the cultural identity in the
community.
- In response to fiscal and organizational changes in formal
educational, the museum provides an alternative learning
environment for the community.
- Fort Collins' population has increased significantly since the
Museum opened in the current facility. Attendance has
increased but the current space is too small to accommodate
increasing demands for exhibits and educational
programming.
Desirability - The expansion of the Museum will enrich the community
and enhance economic development.
- Help establish downtown as a cultural district and a
destination.
- Increased partnership opportunities with schools,
community groups, and tourism.
- Heightened role as a gathering place, an educational
resource, a cultural experience, and provide the community
with a sense of identity and belonging.
- 2000 survey showed 67% of the Fort Collins public is
supportive of a Museum expansion.
- The addition will create a destination and a source of pride
for the residents of Fort Collins.
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• FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Museum Storage
Facility
Feasibility - Reasonable and simple building to construct.
- Can be located in reasonably priced market.
- Minimal O & M required.
Urgency - Current facility is filled to capacity.
- Overcrowded conditions place artifacts at risk.
- Unable to accept new artifacts for the Museum due to lack
of storage.
Need - A new facility is required in order to meet professional
museum storage standards.
- Current facility presents security and safety risks to
artifacts.
Desirability - New facility would mitigate harmful environmental
storage conditions to artifacts.
- This facility would effectively meet the long-term needs
for museum artifact storage.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
New Performing Arts
Center
Feasibility - Funding for the purchase of land was approved through
Building Community Choices
- The south half of Block 31 was purchased for the new
facility.
- Initial design plans have been completed
- Project can leverage private funds
Urgency - The Lincoln Center is booked to capacity
- With increased competition, it more important than ever
for downtown Fort Collins to establish itself as the
cultural center of Northern Colorado, to which a new
performing arts center would be central.
Need - The current stage at LC is not large enough to
accommodate sets for many touring shows
- Limited seats at LC limit the types of shows that can be
shown in Fort Collins.
- A 2000 study of 37 local arts groups indicated a strong
need for additional performing arts spaces.
Desirability - Recent Downtown strategic plan study shows a new and
expanded performing arts center would dramatically
improve the old town area and stimulate economic growth
in Fort Collins.
- A community effort is underway to develop a cultural
identity for downtown Fort Collins and the new
performing arts center will be the cornerstone attraction.
- The new center is essential to the cultural and artistic life
of Fort Collins
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Cultural, Library, and Recreational Services
Public Library
City of Fort Collins
DATE: March 11, 2004
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
FROM: Ralph Olson, Library Board Chairperson Pig,
MAR1 ° NIN
RE: Board Input re: Capital Sales Tax Proposal
Ciy ('i
For your information, attached is the most recent version of the Library Board's input as
requested in your memo dated January 4`h. I understand Marty Heffernan sent a copy to
Ann Turnquist and Diane Jones as they are heading up the CIP team. Please replace that
copy with this more recent version.
The projects, in order of priority, are: 1) Library Technology; 2) Materials Funding;
3) Southeast Branch Library; 4) New Downtown Civic Center Library.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide our input.
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cc: Marty Heffernan
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201 Peterson Street • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins,CO 80524-2990 • (970) 221-6742 • FAX (970) 221-6398
FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
LIBRARY TECHNOLOGY
Feasibility: • Current structure to support library services
Practical considerations related to the highly dependent on continued reliability and
ability of the City to achieve the project's improvement to electronic systems, including
goals, including financial considerations hardware and software. Significant
and other limitations. investments have been made to create the
current technology environment and this project
is needed to maintain that investment.
• Cost of technology is within scope of renewal
of expiring taxes that now pay for current
system and its maintenance.
Urgency: This project is urgent. (On a scale of I to 10, it
Time related criteria. easily rates 10.)
• Library Technology Funding pays for
computers, library software and hardware for
circulation, cataloging,public access to records
of holdings, Internet connectivity, staff to run
the systems, and information databases.
• All library technology funds run out in 2005.
• The library's computers will cease to operate
following 2005 without further funding.
• Without further funding, the library will lose
2.5 FPE vital staff positions for systems and
technology support.
Need: • This project needed in 2005 when current
Data driven criteria which relate to Master funding expires to maintain current level of
Plans and Level of Service. service.
• The Library is almost totally dependent on
technology (e.g., Internet,self-check, self
holds,catalog fully automated, website,
databases, inter-library lending, circulation and
reference activities,etc.).
• Services would be severely impacted since
computer functions would not be able to be
maintained and enhanced for efficiencies.
Many computerized functions are self service
by customers, but require specialized support
staff.
• It would take far more staff to provide the same
level of service if Library technology did not
exist, and staffing expense would be higher in
the long run than the cost to upgrade and
maintain technology.
• Library technology must be upgraded to take
advantage of continued labor saving
enhancements,and higher levels of customer
service.
• Library software that is not upgraded becomes
obsolete and vendors will not provide technical
support.
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• Desirability: Most services now provided by the library are
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate related to technology. The Library is almost
projects by policy related criteria, totally dependent on it. Paper records are no
including impacts on various interests and longer kept in most cases.
benefits to different individuals or groups. . Technology is the central nervous system of the
Library; the Library Website is the 2"" most
heavily used in the city.
• Up-to-date technology has allowed staffing
levels to remain the same even though usage of
the Library has increased at twice the rate of the
population in recent years.
• The library provides information to all citizens
and computer access is especially important for
those seeking employment or self-
improvement.
• Children depend heavily on the public library
for homework resources,particularly home
schoolers.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Materials Funding
Feasibility:
Practical considerations related to the Yes
ability of the City to achieve the project's
goals, including financial considerations
and other limitations.
Urgency:
Time related criteria. The urgency is that funds for books and media are
decreasing each year while increasing costs for
materials erode the buying power of the budget.
Need:
Data driven criteria which relate to Master The library has an aging collection.
Plans and Level of Service. • The average publishing date of the entire
collection is 1991.
• The collection contains 2.7 books per capita
and the Council adopted goal is 4 books per
capita. The current budget does not provide
enough to raise the quality and size of the
collection to meet the Council adopted goals.
• The materials budget is far lower than the
average percentage public libraries spend on
materials budgets. Our materials budget equals
about 12% of our total operating budget
compared to the standard target of 17%
recommended by the American Library
Association for public library collections.
Desirability:
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate Fort Collins is a highly educated community that
projects by policy related criteria, deserves an up to date collection.
including impacts on various interests and
benefits to different individuals or groups. A significant number of children rely on the public
library for research for school_
Low income readers depend heavily on the public
library collection for information to improve their
economic, health and mental well-being.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
SOUTHEAST BRANCH L[BRARY
Feasibility:
Practical considerations related to the Potential partners are interested in ajoint
ability of the City to achieve the project's venture for a southeast branch, making it an
goals, including financial considerations opportune time to explore and move forward
and other limitations. with this project.
• The Library Board recommends a 10,000
square foot library to serve the growing
population in the southeast.
Urgency:
Time related criteria. The main population center of the City is
moving towards the south. A branch library is
needed to serve this growing segment of the
community.
Need:
Data driven criteria which relate to Master Capacity of the Main Library is exceeded.
• Plans and Level of Service. When land was purchased for a downtown
library,residents were expecting a bigger
facility but funding is not available right now.
• Fort Collins is among the highest in levels of
library use but the lowest in library facility
space provided,compared to national and
Colorado libraries serving populations over
100,000.
• A southeast branch would ease current library
crowding and provide neighborhood access to a
significant portion of the city's residents,
cutting down on travel pollution and
congestion.
• Current space for children's collections and
programs is not adequate for the present
population.
Desirability:
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate Residents in the southeast are making
projects by policy related criteria, contributions for library services through the
including impacts on various interests and impact fees on new construction, however, they
benefits to different individuals or groups. have to commute to other areas for their library
needs, which impacts traffic stress and access
for non-mobile residents in the southeast.
• Many families would take advantage of
expanded children's collections and programs if
available in the southeast.
•
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
NEW DOWNTOWN
CIV[C CENTER LIBRARY
Feasibility:
Practical considerations related to the • Land for this facility has already been
ability of the City to achieve the project's purchased, however, funds for operation and
goals, including financial considerations maintenance still need to be identified.
and other limitations. It would be difficult to pass a new tax to pay
both construction costs and expanded operating
costs right now.
• General fund money is not currently available
for the increased operational costs of a larger
main library.
Urgency:
Time related criteria. This project is long overdue as land was
purchased with funds approved in 1997.
• Impact fees have been collected for a number
of years, however, there hasn't been any
additional library facilities added.
Need:
Data driven criteria which relate to Master According to the Northern Colorado Business
Plans and Level of Service. Report, the Library is the most heavily used
public facility in northern Colorado.
• The library is the only public facility that serves
the entire population and is used at home and
on site.
• Library space is 80%lower than the national
average (and even greater when college library
square footage for these towns is included) and
53% lower than Colorado average per capita for
libraries serving our population.
• Demand for public library services is greater
with technological developments like the
Internet. Library facilities provide staff to
assist in information searches and databases
that are too expensive to provide for home
access.
Desirability:
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate • Libraries define a community by contributing
projects by policy related criteria, to its quality of life.
including impacts on various interests and A Civic Center Library would also benefit the
benefits to different individuals or groups. economy in the downtown area.
• The existing main library could be used for
other civic services such as the museum.
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Capital Data Sheet:
1. Title: Library Materials Funding
2. Project Description:
Funds would be dedicated to improving the existing library collection at the Main
and Harmony Libraries and any additional branches added during the duration of
the tax.
3. Location: Library Facilities
4. Why Needed:
Each year the library has less to spend on books. Currently we spend less than
10% of our operating budget on books while the library standard is 17%. These
funds would allow us to reach and maintain the appropriate level of purchases for
our community. It would also allow the collection to be improved with newer
copies of materials that are in short supply. The average publishing date is 1991
for the current collection.
• 5. Costs (by year; in this year's money - don't show inflation): $364,000
6. Annual Operating and Maintenance: see above
7. Funding: Not applicable ("new" money).
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Cultural, Library, and Recreational Services
Recreation Division/Fort Collins Senior Center
City of Fort Collins
MEMORANDUM
To: Capital Planning Team
City of Fort Collins
From: Senior Advisory Board �}�
Michael G. Richardson, Chairman (
Re: Capital Sales Tax Proposal
Date: February 27, 2004
Thank you for allowing us to provide input on the Building Community Choices Capital
Sales Tax proposal process. As your board of advisors on senior issues in Fort Collins,
we have three key issues we feel need to be high on the priority list and two that we
believe also affect our senior citizens. We have ranked these in a priority of one through
five. These first three are considered by our Board to be of highest significance to our
constituency and the last two is important, as all senior citizens would benefit from them.
Our rank of importance is as follows:
1. 41058—Fort Collins Senior Citizen Expansion
2. 41014—Roselawn Cemetery Restroom, Office & Irrigation
3. 42001 —Fort Collins Museum &Cultural Center
4. 71018 —Pedestrian Plan & ADA Improvements
5. 41010 —Park Improvements—ADA Accessible
We believe all of these are manageable even in these economic times. Our hope is that
you will be able to present to the voters a strong package to renew the Capital Sales Tax
proposal for funding of these vital projects to our community.
Thank you for your considerable effort in pulling all the data together and putting a
package together for the voters to consider.
Our analysis is as follows:
RECREATION-it's for life!
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1200 Raintree Drive • Fort Collins,CO 80526 • (970)221-6644
41058 Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion
Feasibility: This project does not require cooperation of any other jurisdiction or
entity. The City currently owns property adjacent to the current facility for easy
expansion without cost to acquire land. The expansion would be compatible with
existing area in terms of usage, with little neighborhood impact or controversy. The
funds would be generated from the BCC tax, if the voters reinstate it. There should be
nothing to stand in the way of completing this project, if it is funded. The future
operations and maintenance costs should be in line with the current costs associated with
the current facility. The funding is the key to this project.
Urgency: The current facility is operating at almost 100%of its capacity now.
There is no space available for additional programs or increased population. The facility
now requires booking up to two years in advance. The continuing aging process of the
baby boomers will only increase the need and requirement for more space and use in the
facility. Delaying the expansion will only cost more over the next ten years. The
increase in retirees coming to our community due to the media pointing out we are one of
the most desirable places to retire, also adds to the lack of capacity to provide for them.
Time is of the essence. The existing pottery facility is deteriorating and does not meet
ADA standards.
Need: The staff of the existing facility has developed a master plan. The service
level for the senior community is deteriorating as we wait to expand the facility to
provide more space for activities. The over 50 population is rapidly increasing as
boomers reach that age. In addition, the city has become a retirement destination with
national media exposure. Without expansion, the City cannot meet the needs of this
population. Further, recreational experiences have been shown to increase the health and
well being of seniors which then decreases the demand for medical services. There is a
need to provide facilities and opportunities for fitness/wellness activities to combat the
growing obesity epidemic and the costs and health consequences that go with it. A place
to meet and socialize keeps seniors from becoming isolated and in need of city and
county social services.
Desirability: The expansion now would fill a big gap in service needs and it would
enhance the "quality of life" for our seniors in the community. Delay will only increase
the cost of the expansion. Over 25% of our community are seniors over 55 years of age.
This percentage is growing as more people come here to retire. The project should be
popular with the voters and users of the facility. The long-term investment and long life
span of this facility should make it important to the community at large. The current
senior center has been showcased as a model for providing facilities for seniors.
However, space and personnel are at a premium. The increased center may be a drain on
financial resources when viewed alone. But as a deterrent to demands for support
services for our aging population, it is a great benefit. Additionally, the center is now and
would be with the expansion, one of the draws to business to move in rather than out,
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increasing the tax base to help defray the cost. We members of the Senior Advisory
Board feel this is one of the most important issues for your consideration. -
4104 Restroom. Office and Irrigation at Roselawn Cemetery
Feasibility: This is overall a low cost but highly needed project. The funds could be a
part of the BCC tax asked for approval from the voters. The property is already available
and the cost relatively small. The maintenance and upkeep costs are minimal when you
look at the advantages brought by the project. All resources hinge on the funding of
$225,0000 to complete this project quickly.
UrgencX: Since this will be the primary cemetery for the community by 2025, we
should have the facility at the top of the list for completion. Since no other facility is on
premises available to visitors, those visiting at least minimal services.
Need: We claim to be the place to come and retire and to die—shouldn't we
make the facility where we bury people the best we can? People have daily needs that
require a restroom at many different times during the day. If we are going to have more
people move here, die here, and be buried here, the cemetery needs to be able to handle
the requirement to go to the bathroom. Better to have a facility than to have visitors
improvise nature's call. We also need an office where the individuals picking out a plot
can do so in some comfortable location. Staffing on site with an administrative location
would allow for necessary oversight of the grounds. This is a senior issue as we are the
ones most likely to use the cemetery and would want to see the
restroom facility available as soon as possible. The need for an office for the cemetery
should not need any explanation.
Desirability: All the above statements should answer this area as well.
42001 Fort Collins Museum and Cultural Center
Feasibility: The key issue here is the building of the new Library to make the old
facility available for this project. If the Library is approved then the Senior Advisory
Board feels this will be a natural progression or step to keep senior citizens active and
participating in cultural activities. The BCC taxes could help to raise the 2/3 funding that
is missing to complete this project. The project can be done in phases and thus the cost
spread over a number of years. -
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Urgency: The present facility is used more increasingly. The population of the city
continues to make greater demands for cultural facilities. Again the timing is related to
the completion of the new Library facility. If that step is completed, then this step can be
addressed. The postponing of this issue will only increase the overall costs. There
should be no environmental issues hindering this project.
Need: Currently, there are no facilities for cultural programs or expositions.
There is a tremendous need for more space in the museum to exhibit as well as to store
the over 35,000 pieces in the collection. All programs are filled to capacity every year in
the current facilities. There currently is a need for classrooms, auditorium and program
space to make the facility more feasible.
Desirability: This project will improve the"quality of life"in our community, but
especially for the senior citizens as they are interested in preserving the history of their
past. It also will provide additional space required for programs that would affect all ages
in the community. It should prove to be a tourist attraction for all ages, but especially for
those coming here to investigate the city for a retirement location. It will help us to tell
the story of what this community means and has meant to the inhabitants. Lastly it would
enhance the community and would make greater desirability for businesses to relocate
here.
71018 Pedestrian Plan and ADA Improvements
Feasibility: If the citizens reinstate the BCC funding, this project needs to be
completed not only for the handicapped segment of our population but for the senior
citizens as well. Maintenance costs are minimal once the project is complete. We as a
city are required to complete this task to make handicap accessibility more uniform
throughout our community.
Urgency: Compliance with ADA requirements needs to be considered with this
project. The issues of safety and welfare of all our citizens must be considered in this
matter. The more we delay, the higher the cost will be.
Need: This project definitely influences safety throughout the city. This will
provide better service for all of our citizens throughout the community. It will bring us in
to compliance with the ADA requirements.
Desirability: This project will complete a gap in our community—to make all parts of
the community available to the disabled and senior citizens. It will show the outside
world that our community is concerned with complying with the law as well as caring for
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our handicapped and senior communities. It will enhance the aesthetics and qualities of
this community.
41010 Park Improvements—ADA Accessible
Feasibility: Due to limited costs involved in this project, it should be feasible even if
the BCC tax is not reinstated by the voters. The master plan for community parks should
make this project very feasible.
Urgency: The urgency is to maintain the current park system to prevent the decay or
deterioration of the current park structures. This will also make sure we keep current
with all ADA requirements by law.
Need: If this project is not done, the safety issues and usage of our current park
system will increase dramatically. The senior community will also be prevented from
using the parks at the level they currently do.
Desirability: This project will maintain a"quality of life" and keep the level of service
to the high standards we now have. The vitality of the community is measured by the
quality parks and facilities located there. With the high number of uses in each of our
parks and facilities, this project should be high on the list for all citizens of the
community.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager
FR: Parks and Recreation Board
RE: Recommendations on Parks and Recreation Capital Project Funding Priorities
DT: March 15, 2004
Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with our recommendations for funding
parks and recreation capital projects. It is surprising the BCC funding is already coming
to an end. It has been a swift but productive seven years. Fort Collins is now an even
better community thanks to the addition of Fossil Creek Community Park, the second ice
arena at EPIC, the Gardens at Spring Creek, and the upcoming new Northside Aztlan
Community Center.
The Board understands that funding may be more limited in the upcoming capital
campaign because one quarter cent is committed for open space and one will likely go for
street maintenance needs, leaving just one quarter cent for all other capital needs of the
City. A one quarter cent tax, producing approximately 5.5 million dollars each year, is
woefully inadequate to meet the capital needs of the City. The Parks and Recreation
Board fully supports asking the voters to add a new quarter cent sales and use tax to fund
additional capital projects.
In discussing our recommendations the Board determined that our project priorities were
somewhat different depending on whether a new quarter cent tax will be placed on the
ballot. Consequently, we developed a prioritized project list for a single quarter cent
package and another list for a two quarter cent package. A project description and
FUND worksheet are attached for each project. Our recommendations, in order of
priority, are as follows:
One Quarter Cent Package
COMMUNITY PARK UPGRADES AND ENHANCEMENTS
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK UPGRADES AND ENHANCEMENTS
RECREATION CENTER AT FOSSIL CREEK COMMUNITY PARK
GATEWAY MOUNTAIN PARK IMPROVEMENTS
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Two Quarter Cent Package
RECREATION CENTER AT FOSSIL CREEK COMMUNITY PARK
COMMUNITY PARK UPGRADES AND ENHANCEMENTS
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK UPGRADES AND ENHANCEMENTS
GATEWAY MOUNTAIN PARK IMPROVEMENTS
All of the listed projects represent excellent investments for City capital dollars. Our
parks are loved by our citizens and improving them to meet the changing needs of a
growing community is critical if we want our park system to remain the jewel it is today.
Indoor recreation space is in short supply in Fort Collins. City residents are active and
remain active as they age. A new recreation center is essential to the long term health
and vitality of our residents, particularly those who cannot afford private health clubs.
Gateway Mountain Park is a beautiful and unique addition to our park system and the
proposed improvements will allow residents to enjoy the Poudre River in a tranquil
setting.
Thank you again for the opportunity to provide you with our recommendations.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Gateway Mountain Park Comments
Improvements (Phase II)
Feasibility: There are no known obstacles or limitations that will prevent
Practical considerations related to the ability of implementation of this project.
the City to achieve the project's goals,
including financial considerations and other
limitations.
Urgency: This project will greatly enhance Gateway Park but there is not a
Time related criteria compelling urgency requiring the immediate start of the project.
Need: The opening of Gateway Park was a high Council priority. The clear
Data driven criteria which relate to benefits of opening the park allowed the City to leverage large grants
Master Plans and Level of Service from GOCO,CDOT,and many other partners. Phase II will provide
wonderful outdoor fishing and recreation to the community in a
beautiful,quiet area next to the Poudre River.
Desirability: Gateway Park is a beautiful mountain park nestled at the confluence
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate of the Poudre River and the north fork of the Poudre. This project
projects by policy related criteria, will restore a large area of the park that is now unusable and closed to
including impacts on various interests the public because the abandoned water treatment ponds are unsafe.
and benefits to different individuals or The area will be restored to a natural,native habitat and will provide
groups. excellent fishing in the Poudre and in the ADA accessible children's
fishing pond that will be developed. The area will provide wonderful
outdoor recreation to the community in a convenient,beautiful
mountain setting.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Recreation Center at Comments —
Fossil Creek Community Park
Feasibility: Fossil Creek Community Park,which opened in the fall of 2003,was
Practical considerations related to the ability of designed to include a recreation center. Operation and maintenance
the City to achieve the project's goals, costs not covered by fees would need to be covered by the General
including financial considerations and other Fund,and could exceed 1.5 million annually.
limitations.
Urgency: The City does not have a full service,multi-generational community
Time related criteria recreation center. The school recreation facilities are filled up with
school programs and activities and they are seldom available for
outside users. Adults,except those belonging to health clubs,have
very limited opportunities for indoor recreation.
Need: City outdoor recreation facilities compare very favorably with other
Data driven criteria which relate to front range communities,but we lag far behind on indoor facilities.
Master Plans and Level of Service We do not have indoor recreation facilities in the southern part of the
city even though most of our growth is occurring south of Horsetooth
Road. The Parks and Recreation Policy Plan includes this project and
recommended construction should have occurred 3-4 years ago.
Desirability: Recreation is essential to good health and well-being. Indoor
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate recreation space in Fort Collins is in short supply,especially for those
projects by policy related criteria, who can't afford a private health club. This project will provide a
including impacts on various interests wide array of affordable recreation activities and programs. Families
and benefits to different individuals or will be able to recreate together and the gymnasium will allow new
groups. leagues to form for basketball, volleyball,field hockey,and many
other sports. This will be a true community center,a place where the
people of Fort Collins can come together to have fun and stay healthy.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Community Park Comments
Upgrades and Enhancements
Feasibility: The City's Park Planning staff will manage this project.There are no
Practical considerations related to the ability of obstacles or limitations that will impair the project's implementation.
the City to achieve the project's goals,
including financial considerations and other
limitations.
Urgency: Many elements of the project address safety issues,particularly
Time related criteria sidewalk improvements to get pedestrians off the streets and
parking/road improvements to reduce traffic congestion near
playgrounds and the outdoor pool. Other project elements address
deteriorating facilities that will be more expensive to replace or repair
in the future.
Need: The project is needed so aging community parks can meet the varied
Data driven criteria which relate to recreational needs of an active, growing community. Fort Collins is a
Master Plans and Level of Service very different place than it was 20 or 30 years ago and our parks must
be upgraded and improved to effectively serve the community. Staff
has developed detailed management plans for each park and this
project implements the action items in the plans.
Desirability: City Park has been enhanced by wonderful improvements to Sheldon
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate Lake and to the outdoor pool. This project will complete the
projects by policy related criteria, revitalization of City Park. Park neighbors will find it easier and safer
including impacts on various interests to walk to the park. Much needed parking near the pool,train and
and benefits to different individuals or playground will make it easier and safer for parents and children to
groups. use the park. People with disabilities will be able to enjoy more areas
in all the parks. There will also be more quiet areas with improved
landscaping for people who simply want to read a book outside or
watch the world go by.
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Neighborhood Park Comments
Upgrades and Enhancements
Feasibility: This project will be managed by the City's Park Planners. There are
Practical considerations related to the ability of no obstacles or limitations that will prevent implementation of the
the City to achieve the project's goals, project.
including financial considerations and other
limitations.
Urgency: Numerous facilities, like tennis and basketball courts and restrooms in
Time related criteria our older Neighborhood Parks are in need of immediate repair or
replacement. Other upgrades,like picnic shelters and sidewalks are
needed to enhance the usefulness of our parks.
Need: This project is needed to keep our aging Neighborhood Parks useful
Data driven criteria which relate to and attractive. Staff has developed detailed management plans for
Master Plans and Level of Service each park and this project implements the action items in the plans.
Desirability: Neighborhood Parks are a significant part of what makes Fort Collins
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate a unique,attractive community. Neighborhoods are often named after
projects by policy related criteria, their park. Our Neighborhood Parks greatly enhance our quality of
including impacts on various interests life. We need to keep our parks safe, useful and attractive by
and benefits to different individuals or replacing aging infrastructure and adding shelters,restrooms, walking
groups. paths,basketball courts, and better irrigation systems.
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MEMORANDUM
To: John Fischbach, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
From: Youth Advisory Board
Re: Board & Commission Input re: Capital Sales Tax Proposal
Date: February 27, 2004
Attached please find the Fund Criteria Worksheets generated by the Youth Advisory Board in
their discussion on February 11, 2004. Two of the projects, the Southeast Recreation Center
and the Southwest Recreation Center, were combined and rated as one.
The Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion and the Sports Park were the other two projects
that were rated on feasibility, urgency, need, and desirability.
Each of the four criteria were rated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest. That
number appears in the"Comments"section.
YAB/ju
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Recreation Center
Feasibility: 4.9
Practical considerations related to the ability of Youth Advisory Board members concurred that it would be more
the City to achieve the project's goals, feasible to build one recreation center rather than two,but the area
including financial considerations and other was undetermined(southeast or southwest). This project is feasible
limitations. because the space has been identified,and the property is City-owned.
Urgency: 4.7
Time related criteria From their perspective as teens,this project was considered urgent.
Not only does the City lack a multi-purpose recreation center,but the
project would be more costly if deferred.
Need: 4.7
Data driven criteria which relate to At this time nothing exists in the south part of the city where the
Master Plans and Level of Service majority of growth is.
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Desirability: 4.9
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate This project is appealing and exciting because it would fill a need and
projects by policy related criteria, enhance the community's quality of life. With a facility of this type,
including impacts on various interests additional programs could be offered to meet the current demand.
and benefits to different individuals or
groups.
FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Fort Collins Senior Center
Expansion
Feasibility: 4.8
Practical considerations related to the ability of The City currently owns the property considered for expansion.
the City to achieve the project's goals, Additional parking where there is a great need enhances the
including financial considerations and other feasibility.
limitations.
Urgency: 4
Time related criteria The urgency is not necessarily in the expansion but in changing the
name of the facility to attract all adults. The current name lends an air
of exclusiveness to the facility.
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Need: 4.7
Data driven criteria which relate to The project addresses the deficiency of parking and of existing
Master Plans and Level of Service programs that relate to the visual arts.
Desirability: 4.9
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate Art(particularly visual arts)expansion and increased parking are
projects by policy related criteria, more important than a fitness component that might be included. This
including impacts on various interests project would address what is perceived to be a lack of visual art
and benefits to different individuals or Programs.
groups.
FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Comments
Sports Park
Feasibility: 5
Practical considerations related to the ability of Youth Advisory Board members questioned the description as being
the City to achieve the project's goals, only 25 acres(apparently incorrect in the information that was given
including financial considerations and other to them).
limitations.
Board members commented that it was the least expensive of the four
projects they were asked to review and was therefore favorable.
Urgency: 4.5
Time related criteria Urgent because current sports fields are at capacity. Such a facility
would benefit the area economically.
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Need: 4.7
Data driven criteria which relate to This project fills a gap as all local sports groups are currently vying
Master Plans and Level of Service for existing facilities. This trend will continue as the population
grows.
Desirability: 4
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate A facility of this nature would enhance the quality of life and would
projects by policy related criteria, contribute to economic vitality. From Board members'perspectives
including impacts on various interests as teens,they did not see the direct benefit to their age group as that
and benefits to different individuals or demographic would most likely be involved in other activities by the
groups. time the park would be built.
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Cultural,Library,and Recreational Services
Golf Division
City of Fort Collins MEMORANDUM
DT: February 27, 2004
FEB 2 7 7004
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager %ii of Fort i a;tins
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager Y
FR: Golf Board
RE: Requested Board Input RE: Capital Sales Tax Proposal
Thank you very much for your memorandum to us of January 4,2004,requesting our input on the next Capital
Sales Tax Proposal. Essentially,the Golf Board is asking that you fund up to$450,000 for Various Unfunded
Golf Capital Improvements.
The Golf Board fully understands and realizes that since the Golf Fund is classified as an Enterprise Fund by
the City that it may be difficult for you and the City Council to allocate some or any of the potential limited
resources that you may have available in the next Capital Sales Tax Proposal to the Golf Division for capital
improvements. However,the current and near term unfunded capital improvement needs of the three City Golf
Courses is of concern to us considering the tenuous financial condition of the Golf Fund,and we have decided
to seek one-time financial assistance from you to help us pay for some or all of these Various Unfunded Golf
Capital Improvements.
BACKGROUND
In 1997 the Golf Board met with City Council in a Study Session to discuss and seek direction on long-term
financial planning. At that time we had requested funding for the Collindale Clubhouse Replacement Project
and other significant unfunded Golf Capital Improvements that needed to be completed prior to 2005. Council
chose to not include Golf in the Building Community Choices Sales Tax program,and provided us with the
direction to be fully self-supporting including paying for all Capital Outlay projects from the Golf Fund.
Therefore,in order for the Golf Division to begin paying 100 percent for Golf Capital Improvements, in 1999
Council authorized$2.255 million of COP's(Certificates of Participation)Golf Fund debt service financing
which was primarily used for the Collindale Irrigation System Replacement Project costing$1.3 million,with
the balance used on various other unfunded Golf Capital Improvements such as a new Maintenance Storage
Building at Collindale ($137,000), Collindale Driving Range Phase 1 Protective Netting ($111,000), the
Collindale Clubhouse Replacement Project ($260,000), SouthRidge Driving Range Protective Netting
($180,000), SouthRidge Rain Shelters ($44,000), SouthRidge Clubhouse and Maintenance Upgrades
($137,000),City Park Nine Driving Range Phase 1 Protective Netting($41,500),and City Park Nine Chemical
Storage&Clubhouse Improvements($30,000).
Then, in 2001,Council authorized an additional$2.83 million of ALP's(Assignment of Lease Payments)Golf
Fund debt service financing which was primarily used for the Collindale Clubhouse Replacement Project
costing ALP's$2.4 million,with the balance used on several other unfunded Golf Capital Improvements such
City Park Nine Golf Course • 411 South Bryan Avenue • Fort Collins,CO 80521 • (970)221-6650
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SouthRidge Golf Course • 5750 South Lemay Avenue • Fort Collins,CO80525 • (970)226-2828
Golf Administration • 215 North Mason Street,3rd Floor •40.Box 580 • Fort Collins,CO80522,0580 • (970)221-6350
FAX(970)221-6586 • www.fcgovcom/golf
as a new Golf Cart Storage Building at SouthRidge($190,000),SouthRidge/Lemay Avenue Phase 1 Protective
Netting ($41,000), City Park Nine Driving Range Phase 2 Protective Netting ($108,500), and the
Collindale/Horsetooth Road Sidewalk and Protective Netting($165,000).
The Golf Fund is currently paying approximately$411,000 annually in debt service Principal and Interest
Payments for the COP's debt(which expires in 2019)and the ALP's debt(which expires in 2021),which in
2004 represents 16 percent of the total annual Golf Fund Operating Budget, which is a significant portion of
the annual expenditure budget. To help pay toward this debt service,the Golf Division is utilizing a portion
of the expenditures previously allocated to the SouthRidge Debt which expired in 2002,as well as requested
and received approval from the City Manager to increase the Golf Surcharge Fees by$1.00 on 9-hole rounds
of golf and$2.00 on 18-hole rounds of golf.
Since 1997 when the financial direction was given by City Council, through 2002, the Golf Fund annually
achieved at least 100 percent of its Projected Operating Revenues. As a part of our near-term financial
planning process, we strived to maintain at least 10 percent ($240,000) in available Reserves, with any
additional Reserve funding applied towards various Capital Improvements.But,2003 proved to be devastating
to Golf as golf play was down significantly and we only achieved 91 percent of the Projected Operating
Revenues,which equates to a shortfall of approximately$210,000. Based upon the Approved 2004 and 2005
Golf Fund Budget, this effectively eliminates our Proposed Reserves through 2005. And to be quite frank,
we are not certain if golf play will recover in 2004 as the poor economy greatly impacts golfing nationally as
well as locally.
PROPOSAL
We still have roughly$450,000 in Various Unfunded Golf Capital Improvement needs at all three City Golf
Courses that should be completed within the next six years or so, but it appears that unless we significantly
raise Golf Fees and Charges, we will not be able to fund any of them for many years until the Golf Fund
recovers from the current economic slump. That is why we are seeking your help during the next six years or
SO.
A list of the$450,000 in Various Golf Unfunded Capital Improvement Projects(in priority order)is as follows:
1. SouthRidge/Lemay Avenue Phase 2 Protective Netting-$35,000
2. SouthRidge Clubhouse Parking Lot Replacement-$40,000
3. Collindale Driving Range Phase 2 Protective Netting-$70,000
4. City Park Nine/Mulberry Street&Taft Hill Road Protective Netting-$120,000
5. Two SouthRidge Course Restrooms-$110,000
6. Collindale Course Restroom-$55,000
7. SouthRidge Fiber Optics Phone/Computer Lines-$20,000
In addition, sometime within the next six years it is very possible that we may be required to make Irrigation
Pump Station Upgrades at SouthRidge at a cost of up to$150,000.
If,after your initial consideration,you decide that any or all of our Proposed Various Unfunded Golf Capital
Improvement needs have enough merit to be further considered, we will be happy to provide to you the
appropriate Fund Criteria Worksheets that your requested in your January 4 memorandum to us. Thank you.
cc: Marty Heffernan, Executive Director of Cultural, Library, and Recreational Services
Jerry P. Brown, Manager of Golf
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FUND Criteria Worksheet
Project Title: Various Golf Capital Comments
Improvements
Feasibility: Each of these seven various unfunded golf cap-
Praetical considerations related to the ability of ital improvements are very feasible and practic 1
,y'�City to achieve the project'sgoals, and there are no technical or legal issues to b 1 ' including financial considerations and other
solved. Any future 0 & M costs will be paid by
tp"tions' the Golf Fund, and are perceived to be minimal
at this time. All the improvements can be com-
o r i Golllns pleted within the funding requested. There are no
" r other identified sources of potential funding a
this time. Currently the Golf Fund does not ha e
money to pay for these improvements, and it may be
several years, if at all , that the Fund could b in
a position to pay for any capital improvments.
Urgency. None of the seven improvements are "mandatory"
Time related criteria but each are needed and potentially some of the
improvements could be considered necessary. The
need for protective netting appears to be getti g
to a point where it could be mandatory due to R sk
Management and liability concerns, and the park ng
lot will fail if not replaced soon. Restrooms ire
becoming more important, especially for our fem le
customers as port-a-johns are not very desirabl .
The Pump Station will probably fail if not repl ced
and water is the life blood of golf courses.
Need: The protective netting enhances the safety of gi i er!
Data driven criteria which relate to as well as neighboring automobiles and pedestrii ns.
Master Plans and Level of Service The restrooms provide a minimum service upgrade
over existing facilities. The pumping station
clearly is needed to maintain existing service
levels. These projects essentially complete th
list of unfunded golf capital outlay needs that
could not be done with COP's or ALP's funding.
There is no money in the Golf Fund to do these
improvements, so one-time outside financial hel
needed and requested.
Desirability: All of these improvements are very desirable to
Qualitative criteria that help evaluate complete and enhance the quality of life that a
projects by policy related criteria, municipal golf operation should provide. With
including impacts on various interests these improvements we will have a better produc
and benefits to different individuals or and service to offer to the public, which in tun
groups- should help us increase our revenues, which can
then pay for other potential future improvement
that may be deemed necessary. These improvements
should mitigate potential liability claims, up-
grade restroom standards, and replace crumbling
parking lot and pumping irrigation needs. These
are clearly a long-term investment and should
have a positive impact in all ways.
Refer to the attached matrix for questions to consider when evaluating the criteria for each project.
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Community Planning and Environmental Services
Advance Planning Department
City of Fort Collins
March 5, 2004
TO: John Fischbach, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
FROM: Mikal Torgerson, Chairperson,Planning and Zoning Board
RE: Priorities for Capital Improvement Funding
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input in the decision-making regarding the
selection of capital improvement projects for future funding. The Council's decision to
consider future capital improvement needs and funding strategies is timely since the City
is in the final stage of updating City Plan, our comprehensive plan. The City Plan update
process provided the opportunity for thousands of citizens, as well as many City boards
and commissions, to weigh in on the future of the community. Our citizenry now expects
the City to implement the policies of City Plan, and capital improvement programming
and funding is a key tool for ensuring that the Plan is carried out.
In making your decision on what projects to fund, the Planning and Zoning Board
recommends that the City Council and City staff consider the following six (6) "themes"
from City Plan. The Board has also identified a few capital projects that we believe best
implements these themes. The themes are listed in order of priority from what we have
learned from the recent City Plan update process. While the Board supports the themes
and projects listed in this memo, this does not mean the full Board endorses use of a tax
for project funding.
THEMES
#1 Theme: DOWNTOWN
The Downtown is the heart and soul of the community representing the primary
destination for specialized retail, mixed-use commercial uses, entertainment, civic and
cultural activities in the region.
#2 Theme: POUDRE RIVER
The Poudre River corridor becomes the centerpiece of environmental stewardship. The
downtown corridor of the Poudre River will be carefully managed and enhanced
according to the vision, policies, and programs as described in the Downtown River
Corridor Implementation Program.
281 North College Avenue • P.O.Box 580 •fart Collins.CO 80522-0580 • (970)221-6376
FAX(970)224-6111 • TDD(970)224-6002 • E-mail:aplanningC fcgovcom
New Project—Extension of the Historic Trolley as a viable means of
transportation
• 32002—Cache La Poudre River Habitat Restoration
• South College Bike and Pedestrian Underpass @Foothills Parkway. Note: This
project is needed independently of MTC.
• New Project— South Shields Bike and Pedestrian Grade Separated Crossing @
Campus West
• 71018 —Pedestrian Plan and ADA Improvements,with emphasis on mixed-use
corridors and districts
• 71018 —Pedestrian Plan and ADA Improvements, emphasizing the older, core
neighborhoods
• 72038 —Alta Vista and Andersonville,Neighborhood Streets and Utility
Upgrades
• 72003 —Harmony-Seneca to College
Please let us know if you require any additional information.
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CITY OF FORT COLLINS R Z C E 1 V E's D
AIR QUALITY ADVISORY BOARD MAR 0 1 2004
Memorandum
City of Foil Cc 'i[t5
DATE: February 26, 2004
TO: Capital Planning Team
Joe Frank, CPES representative
John Fischbach, City Manager
FROM: Linda Stanley, Chair, and the Air Quality Advisory Board
SUBJECT: Proposals for extension of BCC sales taxes
The Air Quality Advisory Board would like to thank you for asking our input into the
process for determining capital projects to be included in the extension of the BCC sales
taxes. We had a long and lively debate about possible projects. Below we list themes
and specific projects within those themes.
1. Enhancing the multi-modal transportation choices of the community.
• Completing the Mason Street bike corridor from Prospect to Cherry (deemed
extremely important to further improvements to a true multi-modal system).
• Build grade separation at Mason and Drake. Drake would go under railroad, bike
and pedestrian pathways.
• Increase funding for implementation of the bike and pedestrian plans for the City
to more quickly complete full implementation.
• Improvements to Harmony Rd., Mason to Seneca - widen and add bike lanes,
sidewalks, transit access.
• Improve existing deficiencies only (especially in intersections) within Fort Collins
to improve traffic flow.
Ia. Improve downtown vitality through better transportation choices.
• Implementing the downtown pedestrian plan
• Providing better transit and other alternative transportation options from
surrounding neighborhoods, including CSU
2. Emissions reduction for cleaner air
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• Purchase clean fuel buses (diesel is a large factor in poor air quality. (Running
cleaner buses can reduce emissions and make the City a model of clean fuel use
for citizens.)
• Provide alternative fuel stations for biodiesel and other alternative fuels.
• Provide a city rebate for citizens purchasing hybrid vehicles.
• Provide funding to continue the I & M program in Fort Collins (if state removes
their support)
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. Attachment 3
City of Fort Collins
Preliminary Project Summary
10-Year Capital Improvement
Plan and Inventory
Funded, Partially Funded
and Unfunded Projects
Building on Basics 2005
Capital Improvement Program
• May 2005
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Funded Project Summary
Service Area: Administrative Services
Dept✓Program: City Support Services
Total
Capital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year (r Shoop)
11006 Vehicle Wash Facility 2008 982
Dept./Program Total: 982
Service Area Total: 982
Service Area: Community Planning & Environmental Services
Dept/Program: Natural Resources
Total
Capital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year tx$hoop/
32007 Natural Areas 2001 100,209
Dept./Program Total: 100,209
Service Area Total: 100,209
Service Area: Cultural, Library and Recreational Services
Dept/Program: Parks and Recreation
Total
Capital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year a sl,000/
41003 Romero Mini-Park 2002 165
41011 Pickle Plant Improvements 2002 100
41018 Trail Development 2003 4,488
41001 Northside Center Skate Park Improvements 2004 175
(Building Community Choices)
41009 North Dog Park 2004 175
41016 Spring Canyon Community Park/Youth Sports 2004 10,000
Complex
41038 Northside Aztlan Community Center Replacement 2004 10,000
41040 Regional Trails 2004 1,694
511812005 Seetion p-1 Funded Project Summary Page I of 4
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41056 Iron Horse Neighborhood Park 2004 1,300
41012 Provincetowne Neighborhood Park 2005 1,100
41029 Richards Lake Neighborhood Park 2006 1,300
41042 Crypts and Niches at Grandview Cemetery 2006 280
41013 Registry Ridge Neighborhood Park 2007 800
41015 South East Community Park 2007 6,000
41055 Maple Hill Neighborhood Park 2008 1,000
41046 East Community Park 2009 1,800
41054 Staley Neighborhood Park 2009 1,500
41026 Northeast Community Park(Land Acquisition Only) 2010 3,500
Dept./Program Total: 45,377
Service Area Total: 45,377
Service Area: Police Services
Dept./Program: Police
Total
Canital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year cr5110007
51002 Police Services Building 2002 33,390
Dept./Program Total: 33,390
Service Area Total: 33,390
Service Area: Transportation Services
Dept./Progrann Bike/Ped
Total
Canital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year (x S1,000)
71020 Mason Transportation Corridor Plan 2005 622
Implementation,Bike and Pedestrian Improvements,
South of Harmony
Dept./Program Total: 622
Service Area Total: 622
Service Area: Utility Services
511812005 Section B-1 Funded Project Summary Page 2 of 4
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Dept./Program: Customer Service
Total
Capital Cost
LD# Project Name Start Year tx sI,000/
85001 Customer Service Division Office Remodel 0 500
Dept./Program Total: 500
Dept/Program: Light and Power
Total
Cauital Cost
LD# Project Name Start Year (x s1,000)
81005 Substation Improvements 2004 7,735
81006 Underground Conversion Program 2004 7,329
Dept./Program Total: 15,064
Dept/Program: Stormu-ater
Total
Capital Cost
LD# Project Name Start Year (x$1,000)
82024 West Vine Basin 0 900
82025 Boxelder Creek/Cooper Slough Basin 0 500
82015 Basin Master Planning 1998 1,900
82018 Developer Repays 1998 3,150
82017 Dry Creek Basin 2003 9,100
82022 Canal Importation Basin 2003 24,940
82020 Drainage System Replacement 2004 4,530
82012 Fossil Creek Basin 2005 2,300
82021 Old Town Basin 2009 29,974
Dept./Program Total: 77,294
Dept/Program: Wastewater
Total
Capital Cost
LD# Project Name Start Year ix s1.0001
83009 Water Reclamation Facilities Replacement Program 0 8,300
83010 Collection System Study 0 500
83004 Sludge Disposal Improvements 1999 1,450
83007 Treatment Plant Improvements 2000 17,005
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. 83003 Service Center Improvements(Wastewater) 2004 400
83006 Collection System Additions and Replacement 2004 13,875
83008 Riverside Sanitary Sewer--Phase 11 2006 925
Dept./Program Total: 42,455
Dept/Program: Water
Total
Capital Cost
ID# Project Name Start Year tx S1,000/
84013 Cathodic Protection 0 200
84014 Water Production Replacement Program 0 6,610
84002 Meter Conversion Program 1991 11,450
84008 Halligan Reservoir 1997 24,904
84004 Service Center Improvements(Water) 2001 3,561
84005 Southwest System Improvements 2001 14,680
84006 Treatment Facility Improvements 2001 24,980
84009 Source of Supply Improvements 2002 800
84010 Water Supply Development 2002 1,300
84012 Distribution System Additions&Replacement 2004 10,942
Dept/Program Total: 99,427
Service Area Total: 234,740
Grand Total All Funded Projects: (x st.000) 415,320
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Partially Funded Project Summary
Total Capital Cost Funded Unfunded
ID# Project Name O sl,ao0/ l,.$l,000/ tr sl,o0a1
Service Area: Administrative Services
Dept./Program: Cily Support Services
11002 City Office Building-#2 19,501 1,000 18,501
11004 Operations Service Facility 8,749 2,000 6,749
Dept./Program Total: 28,250 3,000 25,250
Service Area Total: 28,250 3,000 25,250
Service Area: Cultural, Library and Recreational Services
Dept./Program: Artshl fuseum
42001 Fort Collins Museum and Cultural 6,675 1,000 5,675
Center Expansion
42002 Performing Arts Center 50,523 6,000 44,523
Dept./Program Total: 57,198 7,000 50,198
Dept./Program: Library
43002 New Downtown Civic Center Library 44,067 1,000 43,067
43003 Southeast Branch Library 4,560 3,000 1,560
Dept./Program Total: 48,627 4,000 44,627
Dept./Program: Parks and Recreation
41024 Gateway Mountain Park--Phase 11 1,800 2,052 -252
Dept./Program Total: 1,800 2,052 -252
Service Area Total: 107,625 13,052 94,573
Service Area: Police Services
Dept✓Program: Police
51003 Police Services CAD Replacement 4,000 3,400 600
Project
Dept./Program Total: 4,000 3,400 600
Service Area Total: 4,000 3,400 600
Service Area: Transportation Services
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Total Capital Cost Funded Unfunded
ID# Project Name (r 81,000) (x s1,000) (x s1.000)
Dept/Program: Bike/Ped
71018 Pedestrian Plan and ADA 10,144 5,530 4,614
Improvements,Continuation
Dept./Program Total: 10,144 5,530 4,614
Dept/Program: Highway
72001 College Avenue(North), Access 22,956 3,053 19,903
Management Plan Implementation
72003 Harmony-Seneca to College 9,170 5,201 3,969
72009 Minor Streets Capital(Streets, 6,600 735 5,865
Bridges, Railroads)
72016 Truck Route Relocation from SH- 2,200 2,200 0
14/US 287
72021 Lemay Avenue, Lincoln to Conifer 24,525 8,282 16,243
72026 Downtown River Corridor/Linden 8,658 1,710 6,948
Street Improvements-Jefferson To
Redwood, Including Vine Intersection
72030 Prospect-Poudre River toI-25: 4 8,280 2,898 5,382
Lane Arterial
72034 Timberline-Drake to Prospect 12,156 7,300 4,856
72037 Timberline,International to Conifer, 27,000 1,932 25,068
including Grade Separated Railroad
Crossing
72043 Timberline--Mulberry to Mountain 23,458 18,216 5,242
Vista
Dept./Program Total: 145,003 51,527 93,476
Dept/Program: Transit
74009 New Vehicles for Transit Fleet 3,091 2,473 618
74010 Replacement Buses Transit Fleet 4,613 3,690 923
Dept/Program Total: 7,704 6,163 1,541
Service Area Total: 162,851 63,220 99,631
Grand Total All Partially
Funded Projects: Cr s1,000) 302,726 82,672 220,054
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Unfunded Project Summary
Total Capital Cost
ID# Project Name (r s1,000)
Service Area: Administrative Services
Dept./Program: City Support Services
11007 Renovation of Police Services Building 3,738
Dept./Program Total: 3,738
Service Area Total: 3,738
Service Area: Community Planning & Environmental Services
Dept/Program: Natural Resources
32002 Cache La Poudre River Habitat Restoration 4,500
Dept./Program Total: 4,500
Service Area Total: 4,500
Service Area: Cultural, Library and Recreational Services
Dept✓Program: Arts/Museum
42003 Transportation Museum 1,095
42005 Fort Collins Museum Storage Facility 2,472
Dept./Program Total: 3,567
Dept/Program: Cultural Services
0 Improvements to Lincoln Center 1
_.. _ _... Dept./Program Total... ... . .. I
Dept✓Program: Library
43001 Library Technology 4,760
43006 Library Materials 3,750
Dept./Program Total: 8,510
Dept/Program: Parks and Recreation
41008 New Public Golf Course 7,500
41014 Restroom,Office and Irrigation at Roselawn 275
Cemetery
4I017 Streetscape and Entryway Beautification 2,088
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iTotal Capital Cost
ID# Project Name 1r 51,000)
41027 Park Maintenance Center Expansion 200
41030 Recreation Center at Fossil Creek Community Park 20,988
41035 Eastside Neighborhood Park 1,970
41036 Golf Capital Improvements 450
41043 Edora Maintenance Facility 664
41050 Downtown Maintenance Facility 330
41057 Southwest Recreation Center 20,988
41058 Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion 8,480
41066 Sports Park 6,000
41067 Community Park Upgrades and Enhancements 1,250
41068 Neighborhood Park Upgrades and Enhancements 700
Dept./Program Total: 71,883
Service Area Total: 83,961
Service Area: Police Services
Dept./Program: Police
51001 Police Services Automated Vehicle Locators(AVLs) 487
51004 Police.Services Community Policing Centers. 2,900
Dept./Program Total: 3,387
Service Area Total: 3,387
Service Area: Transportation Services
DeptlProgram: Bike/Ped
71017 Mason Transportation Corridor Plan 1,200
Implementation,BNSF RR Bike and Pedestrian
Underpass @ NRRC/University Mall
71019 Bike/Ped Underpass at Troutman Parkway and 1,777
BNSFRR Tracks(MTC)
71021 Riverside Bikeway(Prospect to Mulberry) 700
71022 Bikestation 505
71023 Fort Collins Bicycle Program Plan Implementation 8,412
71024 Mason Transportation Corridor--Downtown Bicycle 1,000
and Pedestrian Improvements
71025 Bicycle&Pedestrian Trail,Spring Creek Trail to 4,087
Laurel Street(MTC)
Dept./Program Total: 17,681
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Total Capital Cost
ID# Project Name !x$1,0001
Dept./Program: Highway
72002 Downtown River Corridor/Lincoln Avenue 7,796
Improvements-Riverside to Lemay,4-lane Arterial
with Bridge over Poudre River
72004 Intersection Improvements and Traffic Signal Pool 16,000
72007 Mason Transportation Corridor Plan 2,500
Implementation,Redesign of the McClelland,
Mason,and Horsetooth Road Intersections
72011 Parking Structure in Downtown 17,300
72014 Streets Facility Expansion 1,800
72015 Taft Hill -Horsetooth to"Old" Harmony 8,000
72017 College Avenue(South), Access Management Plan 32,000
Implementation
72018 Downtown River Corridor/Linden @ Jefferson 1,000
Intersection Improvements
72020 Jefferson/Riverside Avenue Access Management 3,000
Plan Implementation
72024 Prospect-College to Lemay:4 Lane Arterial 9,450
72032 Downtown River Corridor/Surface Parking Lots to 3,200
support development of the Downtown River
Corridor
72033 LaPorte- Impala to Bryan,Intersections at Taft Hill 6,275
and Impala
72035 Downtown River Corridor/Willow Street 5,265
Improvements
72036 Mulberry Street East(SH 14)Access Management 28,000
Plan Implementation
72038 Alta Vista and Andersonville,Neighborhood Streets 2,100
and Utility Upgrades
72040 North College Avenue--Vine Drive to Conifer Street 8,280
72041 East Drake Road--Harvard to Stover 2,136
72042 South College Avenue--Fossil Creek to Harmony 9,005
72044 Intersection Improvements at College Ave. and 4,140
Harmony Road
Dept./Program Total: 167,247
Dept./Program: Parking
76001 Mulberry Street/SH 14 Park and Ride--Mulberry 1,000
Street/125 Interchange
76002 Drake Road Park and Ride--Drake and Mason Street 270
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iTotal Capital Cost
1D# Project Name (c 81,000)
Dept./Program Total: 1,270
Dept/Program. Rail
77001 Drake Road--BNSF RR Grade Separation 10,680
77002 Downtown Railroad Crossings--Laurel to Oak 932
Dept./Program Total: 11,612
Dept/Program: Transit
74001 Bus Stop Accessibility Modifications 315
74002 Downtown River Corridor Plan Implementation- 1,000
Downtown Shuttle Service
74003 Mason Transportation Corridor Plan 55,916
Implementation, Bus Rapid Transitway
Improvements to South Terminus
74004 Mason Transportation Corridor Plan 130
Implementation, Transit Shuttle--Mason Corridor to
Foothills Mall
74008 Transfort Bus Facility Expansion 7,600
74011 Transit Technology Improvements 1,142
74012 Transit Facilities--Maintenance/Repair _ 1,024
Dept./Program Total: 67,127
Dept/Program: TSM
75001 Traffic Operations Management Center, Second 2,100
Phase
75003 Traffic Control/Management 3,500
Dept./Program Total: 5,600
Service Area Total: 270,537
Service Area: z
Dept/Program:
0 Test Project 0
Dept./Program Total: 0
Service Area Total: 0
Grand Total All Unfunded Projects: to si,000) 366,123
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Attachment 4
City of Fort Collins
Preliminary Project Descriptions
Recommended Partially Funded
and Unfunded Projects
10-Year Capital Improvement
Plan and Inventory
Building on Basics 2005
Capital Improvement Program
May 2005
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Project Information Summary
Library Materials Unfunded
43006 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Library
Services
Project Description:
Funds would be dedicated to improving the existing library collection at the Main and
Harmony Libraries and any additional branches added during the duration of the tax.
Project Location:
Library Facilities
Why is this Project Needed?
Each year the library has less to spend on books. Currently we spend less than 10% of our
operating budget on books while the library standard is 17%. These funds would allow us to
reach and maintain the appropriate level of purchases for our community. It would also allow
the collection to be improved with newer copies of materials that are in short supply. The
average publishing date is 1991 for the current collection.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
375 375 375 375 375 375 375 3,750
Total: 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 3,750
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&oject Information Summary
Library Technology Unfunded
43001 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Library
Services
Project Description:
To maintain the current service level, funding is needed to continue the 1998 BCC initiative
for library technology. These funds will cover maintenance contracts and upgrades of
computers, servers, and software; funding for technology training, online databases, and
OCLC subscriptions. Funding will include a technology replacement fund so that we may
replace our automated library system in 6 years.
Project Location:
Main Library and Harmony Library
Why is this Project Needed?
Library technology is essential to maintain our current service level. Funding was provided in
1997 through Building Community Choices for library technology through the year 2004.
This funding allows for replacement of the automated system in 2005, but does not provide
the library long-range funding for technology.
•Other Related Projects:
This project will directly impact the new Main Library project. Technology will be an
essential piece of the new Main Library, existing and future branches. Technology must be
funded to operate the libraries.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
595 595 595 595 595 595 595 595 4,760
Total: 595 595 595 595 595 595 595 595 4,760
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Project Information Summary
43003 Southeast Branch Library Partially Funded
Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Library
Services
Project Description:
A branch of up to 20,000 square feet is needed to serve the growing population in southeast
Fort Collins. This branch, in combination with a new Civic Center Library of approximately
100,000 square feet , and the Harmony Library, will provide space for library services to the
community through 2020.
Project Location:
In the area of Harmony and Timberline.
Why is this Project Needed?
Currently Fort Collins is below the Colorado average for libraries in respect to collection size,
number of staff to provide services and space for the community to meet, utilize the collection
and do research. According to the Colorado State Research Service report for the top 12
libraries with a budget greater than $675,000 in 2000, Fort Collins ranked 9th in staff per
1,000 served, loth in volumes per capita, but 3rd in the number of materials circulated.
These numbers illustrate the existing need for expanded library facilities. This branch will
provide neighborhood access for a large number of families, educational opportunities for
children, and self-directed lifelong learning for adults. The public library standard for branch
libraries is to provide facilities that require no more than 15 minutes to travel from one library
to another. In attaining this standard, Fort Collins will provide vital library services to a large
segment of the population in their neighborhood.
Other Related Projects:
New downtown Civic Center Library and Library Technology
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Construction 3,066 3,066
Land and Design 567 567
Library Materials 927 927
Total: 4,560 4,560
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Materals 52 52 52 52 52 52 52 520
Other 180 180 180 180 180 I80 180 1,800
Personnel 524 524 524 524 524 524 524 5,240
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Woject Information Summary
Total: 756 756 756 756 756 756 756 7,560
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Capital Exp,Fee 3,000 3,000
Total: 3,000 3,000
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Project Information Summary
Lincoln Center Renovation Unfunded
0 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Proeram: Cultural Services
Services
Project Description:
Renovate the Lincoln Center conference rooms and performance hall. Add three additions to
the facility: storage, dressing rooms, ceiling grid,and fly space to the performance hall;
restrooms and elevator to the south lobby, and storage, office, gallery, and corridor space to
the north side of the building.
Key Features:
o Multi-story addition to performance including stage height storage, fly space, ceiling grid,
dressing room complex (1798 sq ft x 5 stories)
o Additional Restrooms and elevator in South Lobby(1,032 sq ft)
o Storage,office, gallery, and corridor space to north side of building(10,200 sq ft)
o Acoustic improvements to performance hall
o Remodeling of conference rooms, main lobby restrooms, mini-theatre dressing rooms, and
kitchen.
Project Location:
Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia Street
Why is this Project Needed?
The Lincoln Center is heavily used and is not meeting the needs of that use. The performance
hall has inadequate acoustics, fly space, ceiling grid,dressing rooms, and storage to fully and
professionally accommodate the theatrical and musical performances it supports. The facility
has several"bottle necks"and corridors that are restrictive for the mass of people that need to
flow through the facility. Storage space is insufficient and needs to be more accessible on a
day-to-day basis. The improvements would also consolidate staff into one central office area
that is easily accessed by the public and facilitate communication. The existing restrooms
cannot service the crowds from the performance hall and the Balcony Lobby is currently
inaccessible for persons with disabilities or caterers.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
12,000 12,000
Total: 12,000 12,000
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&oject Information Summary
42001 Fort Collins Museum/Discovery Science Partiallv Funded
Center Joint Facility
Cultural, Library and Recreational Devt./Proaram: Arts/Museum
Services
Project Description:
The Discovery Science Center Board and the Fort Collins Museum are committed to pursuing
a joint public/private venture that includes the development of a shared downtown facility and
through it, the creation of an enhanced cultural experience for visitors of these two entities.
Further,both organizations agree to pursue those synergies and economies of scale that allow
each institution to operate more efficiently, in a way that furthers each entity's mission and
values.
Project Location:
To be determined.
Why is this Project Needed?
Both organizations seek growth and sustainability to meet the growing needs of the region.
Both facilities are inadequate to meet the specific and growing needs of the organizations
operations. The DSC must relocate by 2008 and the FCM is poised for expansion. The DDA
has committed$1 million towards the project.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Construction,design, 12,000 12,000
engineering
Total: 12,000 12,000
Annual Operation&Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
306 312 318 324 330 336 1,926
—_ — _ _.._ _._
TTotal: 306 3t2 3
318 24 330 336 1,926
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
DDA 1,000 1,000
DSC 5,500 5,500
Total: 6,500 6,500
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Project Information Summary
42002 Performing Arts Center Partially Funded
Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Arts/Museum
Services
Project Description:
Construction of a new Performing Arts Center which would include a 2,200 seat Performance
Hall, a smaller theatre seating 350-500, and visual arts galleries. The Center would also
include classrooms and arts education spaces.
Project Location:
Block 31
Why is this Project Needed?
The Lincoln Center Performance Hall and Mini Theatre are booked to capacity. The current
stage in the Performance Hall is not big enough to accommodate sets for many touring shows.
The recent downtown strategic plan study shows that a new and expanded performing arts
center would dramatically improve the old town area and stimulate economic growth in Fort
Collins. Funding for the purchase of land was approved through Building Community
Choices and the south half of Block 31 was purchased for the new facility. The new center is
essential to the cultural and economic life of Fort Collins.
Other Related Projects-
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
300 50,223 50,523
Total: 300 50,223 50,523
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Fees and User Charges 791 768 822 542 3,762
General Fund 501 511 521 4,855 6,919
Total 1,292 1,279 1,343 5,397 10,681
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Other Private 6,000 6,000
Total: 6,000 6,000
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Wiiect Information Summary
Fort Collins Museum Storage Facility Unfunded
42005 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Arts/Museum
Services
Project Description:
This project includes the construction of a new 10,000 square foot storage facility to house the
Museum's 35,000 object artifact collection.
Project Location:
To Be Determined
Why is this Project Needed?
One third of the old Trolley Car Barn (Cherry& Howes Streets) was retrofitted into Museum
storage in 1995. The 3,000 square foot space has been expanded through the construction of a
mezzanine. When the 35,000 objects were re-housed into this space, it became apparent that
the space was too small to accommodate the existing collection. The addition of a mezzanine
has not relieved the overcrowding. The collection will continue to grow as the Museum
fulfills its mission to preserve the heritage of the city. The Trolley Car Barn as an historic
structure itself has unique difficulties in trying to create a climate-controlled environment,
free of pests, pollutants, and water. A new storage building will be designed to appropriately
house and protect the artifact collection, provide a stable environment, and require less
maintenance.
Other Related Projects:
The facilities Department has also been considering developing a new storage facility. The
two needs could be addressed on the same property. However, the Museum Storage requires
strict access, high-level security, and regulated humidity and temperature climate controls,
requirements not generally needed for facilities storage.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
103 2,060 309 2,472
Total: 103 2,060 309 2,472
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 420
Total: 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 420
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Project Information Summary
Community Park Upgrades and Unfunded ✓
Enhancements
41067 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Parks and Recreation
Services
Project Description:
The City has four older community parks: City Park, built in 1911; Edora Park, built in 1971;
Lee Martinez Park, built in 1976; and Rolland Moore Park, built in 1984. these parks are very
popular and they experience a high level of use. Aging parks need to be upgraded and
enhanced to keep them useful, enjoyable and attractive.
This project includes a redevelopment of City Park that includes: creating a pedestrian
friendly plaza near the outdoor pool; adds sidewalks to connect the neighborhoods to the
north (neighbors now must walk in the street) adds much needed parking near the golf course,
as well as a restroom, and a basketball court; renovates the tennis courts; and improves the
old-time feel of the park with more moss-rock walls and entry features.
Improvements to the other community parks include new ball field lights; more places to
picnic or read a book, more parking, better shelters, more walking paths, facilities for people
with disabilities and creek habitat restoration.
Project Location:
City Park, Edora Park, Lee Martinez Park and Rolland Moore Park.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is needed to upgrade aging community park facilities that are deteriorating and to
provide much needed improvements that will greatly enhance the City's community parks.
The parks will be safer, more useful and more attractive.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
1,250 1,250
Total: 1,250 1,250
Annual Operation&Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 ME Post 2012 Total
40 40 40 40 40 320
Total: 40 40 40 40 40 320
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*±ct Information Summary
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 40 40 40 40 280
Other:Unknown 1,250 1,250
Total: 1,250 40 40 40 40 1,530
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Project Information Summary
Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion Unfunded
41058 Cultural, Library and Recreational DeptJProgram: Parks and Recreation
Services
Project Description:
This project includes construction of a two-story building on City-owned land adjacent to the
Fort Collins Senior Center, with associated parking. The building would total 25,000-30,000
square feet. The lower level would house a pottery and arts/craft studio, including
classrooms, electric kiln room, storage, outdoor gas kiln courtyard, and support space. The
upper level would house a workout room with cardio and weight equipment and exercise
rooms.
Project Location:
Two and one-half acres of land southwest of the current senior center were purchased in 1993
with the intent of expanding the senior center to accommodate additional services requested
by senior citizens.
Why is this Project Needed?
The current senior center does not have much space dedicated to cardio-vascular equipment
(i.e., treadmills, bicycles) or weight equipment. When the current center was built, a
conscious decision was made to develop as much space as possible for multiple uses, instead
of tying up many spaces for single uses. This precluded dedicating space specifically for
weight and exercise equipment. As the "baby boomers" (that large population group born
between 1946 and 1964) continue to turn 50 in record numbers, demand for additional adult
services continues to escalate, especially for fitness and wellness activities. The younger
senior citizens who have been active all their lives are a burgeoning market for these
activities, and they cannot be adequately provided for at the current center.
The current pottery studio continues to deteriorate each year and most of the use is limited to
the first floor, as the facility does not have an elevator. Ventilation and lighting are poor,
classrooms are cramped, and access to the building is limited to on-street parking around the
park and in the neighborhood. Moving this operation to a location adjacent to the senior
center is an opportunity to modernize and expand the facility, improve the safety features
required of this type of operation, and consolidate the arts/crafts activities already offered at
the senior center.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
8,480 8,480
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4Voject Information Summary
Total: 8,480 8,480
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
255 255 255 255 1,020
Total: 255 255 255 255 1,020
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Project Information Summary
Neighborhood Park Upgrades and Unfunded
Enhancements
41068 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Parks and Recreation
Services
Project Description:
The City has over 30 neighborhood parks, nearly one for every square mile. Funding to build
these parks comes from new housing construction, but we lack a funding source to upgrade
and improve aging parks. Management plans have been developed for each neighborhood
park. The plans identify needed improvements such as new basketball courts, picnic shelters,
new playground equipment, better access for people with disabilities, and numerous other
enhancements needed to keep our parks useful, enjoyable and attractive.
Project Location:
Neighborhood parks are located throughout the entire Fort Collins community.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is needed to upgrade aging neighborhood park facilities that are deteriorating and
to provide much needed improvements that will significantly enhance the City's neighborhood
park system. These improvement will make our parks safer, more useful and more attractive.
Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
350 350 700
Total _ 350 350 700
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
10 10 10 10 70
Total: 10 10 10 10 70
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Geneml Fund 10 10 10 10 70
Other:Unknown 350 350 700
Total 360 360 10 10 770
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Recreation Center at Fossil Creek Unfunded
Community Park
41030 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Parks and Recreation
Services
Project Description:
This project includes a new multi-generational recreation center built on city-owned land in
Fossil Creek Community Park (located west of SouthRidge Golf Course). This 60,000 square-
foot facility would include a lap/leisure pool, a three -court gymnasium, exercise/weight
equipment room, locker rooms and family change area, classrooms, kitchen, reception
area/lobby, offices, outdoor shallow-water leisure pool with water slides and sundeck, and
parking. Activities would include educational and enrichment classes, youth and adult sports
programs, trips and special events, swimming, and drop-in activities for all ages.
Project Location:
Fossil Creek Community Park
Why is this Project Needed?
The City does not have any public indoor recreation facilities in the southern part of the
community. EPIC, opened in 1987 at Riverside and Prospect, and the Senior Center, opened
in 1995 at Shields and Drake, are the most recently-built recreation facilities. The City also
leases a facility for youth and teen activities at 415 East Monroe. None of these facilities is in
the southern part of the city. In the past 5 years, the majority of the growth in Fort Collins has
occurred south of Horsetooth Road. From all current indications, the majority of the growth
will continue toward the south. The Parks and Recreation Policy Plan shows Fort Collins is
lacking in indoor recreation facilities compared to other Front Range communities.
Other Related Projects:
This facility is part of the Fossil Creek Community Park Master Plan. Issues concerning
access, drainage, electrical, and other needs for this facility have been factored into the
planning and site work for the park.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
20,988 20,988
Total: 20,988 20,988
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 9,990
Total: 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 1,665 9,990
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Restroom, Office and Irrigation at Unfunded
Roselawn Cemetery
41014 Cultural, Library and Recreational Dept./Program: Parks and Recreation
Services
Project Description:
This project is to construct a restroom and office at Roselawn Cemetery, as well as a new
underground irrigation system.
Project Location:
Roselawn Cemetery
Why is this Project Needed?
Roselawn Cemetery currently does not provide a restroom for customers or staff. The office
area is only for staff and not suitable for dealing with customers. By 2025, Roselawn will be
the primary cemetery used in Fort Collins. At that time, the cemetery office staff will need to
move to the Roselawn Cemetery to work more efficiently with customers. A restroom is
needed as soon as possible to serve both customers and staff. An automatic irrigation system
is needed to cut down on the amount of water wasted with above ground manual piping.
Irrigation needs to be performed at night to diminish evaporative loss.
Other Related Projects:
This project is not linked to any other City project.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
275 275
Total: 275 - 275
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Fees and User Charges 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 40
Total- 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 40
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Cache La Poudre River Habitat Unfunded
Restoration
32002 Community Planning & Dept./Program: Natural Resources
Environmental Services
Project Description:
The project is intended to restore and enhance the natural habitat conditions and aesthetic
qualities of the channel and riverbanks of the Cache la Poudre River through the downtown
area. Costs for the river restoration in the downtown area have been estimated to be
approximately $10,000,000. The project can be completed in phases and additional funding
can be gained by partnering with private property owners, the Downtown Development
Authority or the Downtown Business Authority. A significant initial phase, perhaps near the
old Pickle Factory could cost approximately $5,000,000.
Project Location:
Degraded riverbanks and river channel from North College to East Mulberry
Why is this Project Needed?
The Cache la Poudre River Habitat Restoration project was identified as one of the high
priority projects in the Downtown River Corridor Implementation Program, adopted by City
Council in July, 2000.
Within the "downtown" section of the Poudre River, the riverbed and riverbanks are in poor
condition. A significant amount of concrete debris and other trash has been dumped along the
riverbanks and within the river channel. There are areas of inappropriate public access to the
river. In addition, weedy and non-native species exist throughout the river corridor.
These problems have degraded the habitat and aesthetic qualities of the river. This project
involves restoring and enhancing the banks of the Cache la Poudre River, improving the
wildlife movement condor, enhancing aquatic habitat, and improving the riparian habitat
along the river corridor. Much of the restoration is anticipated to take place through the
implementation of projects on lands adjacent to the river.
Other Related Projects:
This project is closely related to, and should be integrated with, three other projects included
in the Downtown River Corridor Implementation Program: (1) recreational river channel
enhancements feasibility study, (2) bank stabilization, and (3) Cache la Poudre river trail
amenities.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
0 500 2.000 2,000 4,500
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51003 Police Services CAD Replacement Partially funded
Project
Police Services Dept./Program: Police
Project Description:
Replacement or significant enhancements of Computer-aided dispatch and Records
Management Systems.
Project Location:
Police Services Building
Why is this Project Needed?
Replacement or major enhancement of the CAD/RMS system is necessary every 5 to 7 years
as technology changes. As the city continues to grow and as new technology and functionality
becomes available, major enhancements to the existing CAD/RMS system will be needed to
continue to provide service to the community and enhance the effectiveness of Police, Fire
and Court personnel. Improvements may include new receptor sites, cables and remodeling of
current facility to accommodate technology and equipment changes.
Other Related Projects:
_ Coordination with other departments on the receptor sites and cables would be needed.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Hardware/Software 1,000 1,000 2,000 4,000
Total: 1,000 1,000 2,000 4,000
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
219 219 219 219 219 219 1,314
Total: 219 219 219 219 219 219 1,314
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Equipment 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 1,800
Replacement
Partner Share Payback 1,600 1,600
Total: 200 1,800 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 3,400
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Police Services Automated Vehicle Unfunded
Locators (AVLs)
51001 Police Services Dept./Program: Police
Project Description:
The project would equip 156 police patrol vehicles with Automated Vehicle Locators and
provide the necessary hardware and software to support it.
Project Location:
Patrol vehicles
Why is this Project Needed?
The use of AVLs will enhance the efficiency of patrol dispatch by enabling them to send the
closest patrol vehicle to the needed destination resulting in a possible reduced response time.
It is important to note that the AVL system monitors the location of the vehicle, not the
officer. The AVL system, complimented by a Geographic Information System overlay, would
provide officers with a directional map that would lead them to their specific destination.
Other Related Projects:
None
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
GquipnnenUSoflware 487 487
Total: 487 487
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 594
Total: 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 594
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Drake Road--BNSF RR Grade Separation Unfunded
77001 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Rail
Project Description:
This project will create a grade-separated underpass for Drake Road to cross under the
Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) RR tracks.
Project Location:
On West Drake Road, approximately 0.2 miles west of College Avenue (US Hwy 287).
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is important for public safety and congestion mitigation. Drake Road is a
primary east-west corridor at the geometric center of the City, and is a heavily traveled 4-lane
arterial street. The BNSF RR tracks bisect the City north-to-south, and all street crossings
over these tracks (in Fort Collins) are at-grade. Consequently, the trains that pass through the
City approximately 6 to 8 times per day can cause significant delays for vehicles on the east-
west streets. Drake is also a primary route to Poudre Valley Hospital.
The project will reduce potential conflicts between trains and automobiles, and provide great
congestion mitigation and air quality benefits. This project is on the adopted City Master
Street Plan as well as the MPO's Regional Transportation Plan. The BNSF RR line is a
regionally significant rail corridor.
Other Related Projects:
This project is supportive of alternate modes of transportation and in particular the Mason
Transportation Corridor. It will be important to connect the bike lanes and sidewalks on
Drake Road to the Mason Trail.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
10,680 10,680
Total 10,680 10,680
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
10 10 10 to 10 10 10 10 80
Total- 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 80
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East Drake Road--Harvard to Stover Unfunded
72041 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Widening of this '/z-mile narrower segment of East Drake Road to 4-lane arterial standards, to
provide adequate bike lanes and sidewalks. Right-of-Way acquisition is expected to be a
significant portion of the expense of this project.
Project Location:
Just east of College Avenue, on Drake Road from Harvard to Stover Streets.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is important to provide enhanced public safety for bicyclists and pedestrians, as
well as improving vehicular movement. This project is indicated on the City's Master Street
Plan and is included in the Capital Improvement Program of the Transportation Master Plan.
Other Related Projects:
Right-of-Way acquisition will be the primary challenge. This project could be linked (but is
not required to be linked) to intersection improvements at the College— Drake intersection.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
2,136 2,136
Total: 2,136 2,136
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
12 12 12 12 12 12 72
Total: 12 12 12 12 12 12 72
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72003 Harmony - Seneca to College Partially Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Widening of West Harmony Road to 4-lane arterial street standards, including bike lanes and
sidewalks, and including a major upgrade to the Harmony/ Shields intersection. This is a high
priority Street Oversizing project that needs a City Capital funding element to pay for gaps at
the Front Range Community College campus and at County out-parcels. The total project
length is approximately 1.6 miles.
Project Location:
West Harmony Road, from Seneca Street on the west to the BNSF RR tracks on the east,
approaching the College Avenue intersection.
Why is this Project Needed?
City capital funding is needed to assist the funding of a Street Oversizing project through the
non-SO contributing sections of this street. This project is extremely important due to the
existing congestion and safety problems in this area. The Harmony— Shields intersection has
the highest accident rate in the City, so this project is absolutely necessary for public safety.
Air quality will also be enhanced by reducing congestion.
This project is on the adopted City Master Street Plan as well as the MPO's Regional
Transportation Plan.
Other Related Projects:
The BNSF RR crossing will need to be upgraded and widened in conjunction with this
project. Also, future plans for the Mason Transportation Corridor will need to be
incorporated. As with all major projects of this nature, extensive coordination with other
agencies (Utilities, FRCC, etc.) will insure that the project is constructed in the most efficient
manner.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
9,170 9,170
Total- - 9,170 - 9,170
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 434
Total: 62 62 62 62 62 62 62 434
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Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Capital Exp.Fee 4,451 4,451
General Fund 750 750
Total: 750 4,451 5,201
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Intersection Improvements and Traffic Unfunded
Signal Pool
72004 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
A general capital fund intended to pay for various upgrades to intersections, primarily on
arterial streets, in order to improve safety, reduce congestion and increase mobility of the
public. Specific improvements will depend on the intersections selected, but could include
adding turn lanes, building new signals, upgrading signal equipment, installing enhanced
crosswalks with pedestrian refuges, installing bike lanes, paving the intersections in concrete
for greater durability, and possibly replacing signalized intersections with modern
roundabouts.
Project Location:
Various locations across the City, as the needs and opportunities arise. A preliminary study
has been completed that aims to prioritize the intersections needing attention. Potential
projects include:
Shields @ Harmony; Taft Hill @ Elizabeth; Shields @ Elizabeth; Lemay @ Trilby;
Overland @ Drake; JFK @ Troutman; Mulberry @ Canyon; Overland @ Prospect;
LaPorte @ Shields; West Mulberry @ Shields; West Mulberry @ Taft Hill; Mulberry @
College; West Prospect @ Shields; West Stuart @ Shields; Prospect @ College; East
Prospect @ Lemay; East Prospect @ Timberline; Drake @ College; East Drake @ Lemay;
Taft Hill Road @ LaPorte; Harmony @ Mason.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is needed for public safety and mobility, in order to gradually and systematically
upgrade arterial street intersections on an annual basis. This project supports the Master
Street Plan, the Transportation Master Plan, and the Congestion Management Plan.
Other Related Projects:
This project is linked to the Traffic Signal Replacement Program and the Traffic Management
Center. Coordination with planned utility projects and transportation projects in the vicinity
will make these upgrades occur more efficiently.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 16,000
Total: 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 16,000
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
9Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
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30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 240
Total: 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 240
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Intersection Improvements at College Unfunded
Ave. and Harmony Road
72044 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
The intersection of College Avenue and Harmony Road is the second busiest intersection in
the City of Fort Collins. Compounding the current congestion problem at this intersection is
not only the amount of traffic that enters the intersection each day, but the high turning
movement volumes that exist during the morning and afternoon peak hours. Improvements at
the intersection are anticipated to include an eastbound right turn lane and an eastbound
double left turn lane. Improvements are expected to the west including possible auxiliary
turning lanes at the intersection of Mason and Harmony as well. Pedestrian and bike
improvements will be evaluated during the design phase.
Project Location:
The intersection of College Avenue and Harmony Road--primarily on the west leg of the
intersection.
Why is this Project Needed?
The intersection improvement at College and Harmony is needed in order to decrease
• congestion, increase mobility and increase safety to the traveling public. This project is
supported by the Master Street Plan, Transportation Master Plan, Congestion Management
Plan and the College Avenue Access Control Plan
Other Related Projects:
Traffic signal program and roadway improvement project on Harmony Road from Seneca to
Mason Street.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
4,140 4,140
Total: 4,140 4,140
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 40
Total: - 5 5 5 - 5 5 5 5 5 40
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72021 Lemay Avenue, Lincoln to Conifer Partially Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Widening to 4-lane arterial street standards and realignment of approximately 1.2 miles of
North Lemay Avenue, between Lincoln Avenue and Conifer Street. This project includes a
grade-separated (overpass or underpass) crossing of the BNSF RR tracks adjacent to existing
Vine Drive. It also anticipates the relocation of the Vine Drive intersection to a point
approximately '/-mile to the north of its current location. The realignment of this segment of
Lemay is to the east, and is needed to bypass and preserve the integrity of the historic
Andersonville and Alta Vista neighborhoods.
Project Location:
North Lemay Avenue between Lincoln Avenue and Conifer Street.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is needed for public safety, to reduce conflicts with the existing at-grade RR
crossing. The new grade-separated RR crossing will improve traffic flow, relieve congestion
and improve air quality. It will also improve the efficiency of RR operations at the North
Yard switching area. The project is also extremely important for preservation of two historic
neighborhoods, Andersonville and Alta Vista.
This project is indicated on the City's Master Street Plan and is included in the Capital
Improvement Program of the Transportation Master Plan. The RR grade-separation is also a
part of the MPO's Regional Transportation Plan in the Rail category, since this is a regionally
significant rail corridor.
Other Related Projects:
The Dry Creek Diversion (Stormwater) project will be an important consideration based on
the floodplain issues that are present in that area today. Railroad operations and work within
the RR right-of-way will also present challenges. As with all major projects of this nature,
extensive coordination with utilities and other agencies will insure that the project is
constructed in the most efficient manner.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
24,525 24,525
Total 24,525 24,525
Annual Operation&Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
78 78 78 78 78 78 77 545
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Total: 78 78 78 78 78 78 77 545
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Other:RR Safety" 0 0
S.O and Developer 8,282 8,282
Total: 8,282 8,282
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Mulberry Street/ SH 14 Park and Ride-- Unfunded
Mulberry Street/ I25 Interchange
76001 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Parking
Project Description:
An approximately 3 acre 'Park and Ride" lot adjacent to the Mulberry Street and Interstate 25
interchange.
Project Location:
The northwest comer of Mulberry Street/ SH 14 and I-25 interchange.
Why is this Project Needed?
When completed, this project will function much like the existing Harmony Transfer Center,
located at the Harmony Road and I-25 interchange in southeast Fort Collins. This facility will
provide secure and convenient access to transit services on East Mulberry Street. This facility
will also encourage car-pooling (within Fort Collins as well as the region) by providing a
secure and convenient meeting place for users. This project will also aid in reducing the
amount of annual vehicle miles traveled by automobile, and will help to improve air quality in
the community.
Other Related Projects:
East Mulberry Corridor Plan, I-25/SH 14 Interchange Area Study and improvements.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
200 200 200 1,000
Total• - 200 200 200 1,000
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X s1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
too 100 too 300
Total: too too 100 300
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North College Avenue--Vine Drive to Unfunded
Conifer Street
72040 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Reconstruction of approximately 'h-mile of North College Avenue to a 4-lane arterial;
including medians, bike lanes and sidewalks. This project would also implement many of the
recommendations of the North College Avenue (US-287) Access Management Plan. The
scope of this project does not anticipate realignment of the Conifer-Hickory intersection,
although that is indicated on the Master Street Plan and may become important in the future.
The project scope would need to account for future realignment of the Vine Drive
intersection, to Pinon Street.
Project Location:
North College Avenue (US-287) from the existing Vine Drive (Poudre River) to the existing
Conifer Street.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is necessary due to the hazardous conditions that presently exist along the North
College corridor. This area has an accident rate that is higher than the statewide average for
. this type of roadway facility. Many of the reported accidents (over 80%) could be attributed
to access-related problems. It is also necessary to enhance the safety of pedestrians and
bicyclists, because facilities for alternate travel modes are either non-existent or extremely
sub-standard. The proposed improvements will also allow this corridor to maintain an
acceptable Level of Service (LOS) for vehicular traffic, thus reducing congestion and
improving air quality.
This project is indicated on the City's Master Street Plan and is included in the Capital
Improvement Program of the Transportation Master Plan. The project is also included in the
MPO's Regional Transportation Plan and CDOT's Access Management Plan.
Other Related Projects:
This project will require extensive coordination with Utilities, particularly Stormwater and the
Dry Creek diversion project. Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will also be
heavily involved since this is part of US Highway 287 and State Highway 14.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
8,280 8,280 Total: 8,280 8,280
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Annual Operation &Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2005 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
19 19 19 19 19 19 19 133
Total: 19 19 19 19 19 19 19 133
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72030 Prospect - Poudre River to 1-25: 4 Lane Partiallv Funded
Arterial
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
The project will upgrade Prospect Road to a 4-lane arterial from the Poudre River to the I-25
western frontage road. This project assumes completion of the current the Building
Community Choices project to improve Prospect Road from the Poudre River to Summitview
with a new bridge, 2 travel lanes, a center median with turn bays, plus on-street bike lanes.
Project Location:
Prospect Road from the Poudre River to the west Interstate 25 frontage road.
Why is this Project Needed?
The capital improvement is aimed at widening a highly trafficked road and a major
connection between Fort Collins and I-25. It will upgrading the existing roadway to a four-
lane arterial to offer a higher level of service for the road section.
Other Related Projects:
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Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
8,280 8,280
Total: - 8,280 8,280
Annual Operation&Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
53 53 53 159
Total 53 53 53 159
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Capital Exp.Fee 2,898 2,898
Total: 2,898 2,898
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Streets Facility Expansion Unfunded
72014 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
A new Deicing Materials Storage Facility will be constructed for the Streets Department to
store deicing materials along with liquid tanks and other miscellaneous materials. The
structure will provide a permanent enclosed space to house materials, holding up to 8,000
tons of material. The new structure is designed to be corrosion resistant to all types of deicing
materials that will be stored, including sand, salt, and ice slicer. This structure will replace
the historic warehouse building currently being used to store these materials. That building is
rapidly deteriorating due to the storage of corrosive materials, and it will be restored as an
equipment storage facility. The project could be financed through a combination of
Certificates of Participation (COPS) issued in 2004 and Transportation Reserves. This
proposal is to provide funding to repay the COPS in lieu of annual payments ($130,000 per
year) from ongoing funds.
Project Location:
Vicinity of SW corner, Vine at Lemay
Why is this Project Needed?
De-icing materials storage
Other Related Projects:
Traffic Operations Management Center
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
1,800 1,800
Total 1,800 1,800
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72034 Timberline - Drake to Prospect Partially Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Widening one mile of Timberline Road to 4-lane arterial street standards, including
reconstruction of the Timberline—Prospect intersection and significant widening of the
Spring Creek bridge. The project includes installation of bike lanes and sidewalks, and
connections to the Spring Creek Trail system.
Project Location:
On Timberline Road, from just north of Drake Road to north of the Prospect intersection.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is urgent due to severe traffic congestion and failing levels of service,
contributing to a high accident rate and degrading air quality. The existing conditions restrict
growth and development because of failure to maintain adequate public facilities.
This project is indicated on the City's Master Street Plan and is included in the Capital
Improvement Program of the Transportation Master Plan. The project is also included in the
MPO's Regional Transportation Plan.
• The interim widening to four lanes is underway, assisted by developer contributions. A future
projet will be needed to construct Timberline at Prospect to full four lane standards.
Other Related Projects:
This project requires extensive coordination with utility agencies due to existing facilities in
that area and analysis of the impacts to the Spring Creek floodplain. There will also be
historic preservation challenges associated with the Johnson farmhouse. Right-of-way
acquisition challenges will also be extensive (and expensive), especially at the grain silos just
south of Prospect.
This project description and cost estimate assume completion of the proposed SID.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
7,300 4,856 12,156
Total: 7,300 4,856 12,156
Annual Operation &Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 196
• Total: 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 196
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Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Capital Exp.Fee 4,800 4,800
Developer Share 2,500 2,500
Total: _. _.7,300 _ 7,300
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72043 Timberline--Mulberry to Mountain Vista Partially Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Highway
Project Description:
Widening to 4-lane arterial street standards of approximately 2 miles of Timberline Road,
between Mulberry Street (SH-14) and Mountain Vista Drive. This project includes a grade-
separated (overpass or underpass) crossing of Vine Drive and the BNSF RR tracks adjacent to
Vine Drive. It also anticipates the realignment of a portion of Timberline at Vine, and urban
interchange type connections between Timberline and Vine. The realignment of this segment
of Timberline is to the east, and is needed in order to avoid impacts to the historic Plummer
Schoolhouse.
Project Location:
On Timberline Road, north of Mulberry Street (SH-14) to Mountain Vista Drive.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project is needed for public safety, to reduce conflicts with the existing at-grade RR
crossing. The new grade-separated RR crossing, coupled with the widening of Timberline
Road, will improve traffic flow, relieve congestion and improve air quality. This will be
especially important as the Mountain Vista area continues to develop. The project is also
• extremely important for preservation of the historic Plummer Schoolhouse. This project is
indicated on the City's Master Street Plan and is included in the Capital Improvement
Program of the Transportation Master Plan. The RR grade-separation is also a part of the
MPO's Regional Transportation Plan in the Rail category, since this is a regionally significant
rail corridor.
Other Related Projects:
Railroad operations and work within the RR right-of-way will present challenges. As with all
major projects of this nature, extensive coordination with utilities, irrigation companies and
other agencies will insure that the project is constructed in the most efficient manner.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X S1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
23,458 23,458
Total 23,458 - _ - - 23,458
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
78 78 78 78 78 390
Total: 78 78 78 78 78 390
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Funding Source (X S1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Pees and User Charges 18,216 18,216
Tolal: - 18,216 18,216
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Traffic Operations Management Center, Unfunded
Second Phase
75001 Transportation Services Dept./Program: TSM
Project Description:
Complete the operations facility for Traffic Operations Department that will consolidate the
signs/paint/signal operations activities of the department. The first phase, completed in late
2002, includes space for traffic engineering and administration, the ATMS control center, and
signal maintenance. The second phase will expand the existing facility to include the sign
shop and pavement markings operation and storage. The relative priority and schedule for
implementation will be addressed through the Transportation Maser Plan Update presently
underway.
Project Location:
Linden and Vine.
Why is this Project Needed?
All traffic operations functions need to be consolidated at one location for efficiency. Also,
the Streets Departmentrequires the use of the space presently occupied by the sign and paint
operation.
*Other Related Projects:
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
2,100 2,100
Total: 2,100 2,100
Annual Operation& Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
83 83 83 83 83 83 498
Total: 83 83 83 83 83 83 498
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74010 Replacement Buses Transit Fleet Partially Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Transit
Project Description:
Twenty-six (26) vehicles are scheduled for replacement.
Project Location:
Why is this Project Needed?
This project will continue an uninterrupted adequate level of capital equipment support for on-
going transit service in Fort Collins. The replacement vehicles will incorporate the newest
technology to improve operating costs and efficiencies. Transit Staff will be looking to
implement an alternative fuels option for the replacement vehicles. The replacement buses
will provide for a higher level of safety. All Transfort buses are equipped with bicycle racks
and provide multi-modal enhancement by creating many more travel options for travelers
(especially pedestrians and bicyclists). New buses, compared with aging buses, improve the
environmental/air quality conditions in Fort Collins by reducing engine emissions and
creating an environment which attracts additional riders to the bus system. The City of Fort
Collins has a history of matching all federal/state grants for transit related capital
acquisitions. The implementability of this project is extremely good. This project will
continue a high level of reliable transit service creating a positive economic impact for those
employers which rely on their workers productivity including "timeliness."
Other Related Projects:
If the replacements were to use alternative fuels, this project would be linked with the Fleet
Maintenance's project for an Alternative Fuel Filling Station.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
4,613 4,613
Total: 4,613 4,613
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Other:FIA 3,690 3,690
Total: 3,690 3,690
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74009 New Vehicles for Transit Fleet Partiallv Funded
Transportation Services Dept./Pro ram: Transit
Project Description:
Eight (8) medium size fixed route buses and two (2) mini buses will purchased.
Project Location:
Why is this Project Needed?
Transfort plans to increase frequency on Routes 1 and FoxTrot. New service will be added
along Prospect to Timberline and the Harmony corridor. This service is an integral part of
City Plan, Transportation Master Plan, and the North Front Range Regional Transportation
Plan.
In order to provide these additional services, ten (10) new vehicles must be purchased. The
new vehicles will provide a large seating capacity thereby
providing congestion mitigation. Transfort fixed route buses carried an average of 27.6
passengers per hour of operation in 1999.
• These buses will provide an enhanced service level by increasing productivity and visibility.
All Transfort buses are equipped with bicycle racks and provide multi-modal enhancement by
creating many more travel options for travelers (especially pedestrians and bicyclists).
With this significant service frequency improvement Transfort will provide greater
opportunities for people to leave their cars at home or in park and ride
areas. This will improve the environmental/air quality conditions in the area
by reducing engine emissions and creating an environment which attracts additional riders
which reduces VMT through shared ride travel. It should be noted that significant gains must
be made in the urban areas to reduce auto travel for the region to realize its overall goals.
The City of Fort Collins has a strong history of matching all federal/state
grants for transit related operating assistance and capital acquisition. The
implementability of this project is extremely good. This project will provide
a high level of reliable transit service within the city creating a positive
economic impact for those workers which rely on transit to traverse the city to
their jobs and employers who rely on their workers productivity including
timeliness.
Other Related Projects:
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All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
3,091 3,091
Total: 3,091 3,091
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
1,899 1,970 2,043 2,090 2,111 2,185 2,260 16,818
Total: - 1,899 1,970 2,043 2,090 2,111 2,185 2,260 16,818
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Other:PTA 2,473 2,473
Total: 2,473 2,473
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Fort Collins Bicycle Program Plan Unfunded
Implementation
71023 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Bike/Ped
Project Description:
In 1995, the City of Fort Collins adopted the Fort Collins Bicycle Program Plan.
Implementation of this plan has been very gradual since 1995 with a few key projects
completed using grant funding from the North Front Range Transportation & Air Quality
Planning Council. This regional bikeway funding opportunity is being substantially reduced
in the future. Therefore, Fort Collins will need to rely substantially on local funding for
bikeway improvements in order to carry out the remaining projects identified by the
community in the Fort Collins Bicycle Program Plan. These projects are very important in
terms of safety improvements as well as vehicle miles traveled reductions and improved air
quality. Potential updates to schedule and priority for implementation will be addressed
through the Transportation Master Plan update presently underway.
Project Location:
Throughout the community.
Why is this Project Needed?
• These bicycle improvements are critical safety improvement projects and will help achieve
the City's goals for increasing the use of alternative modes, reducing traffic congestion, and
improving air quality. These projects are consistent with the City of Fort Collins Master
Transportation Plan, Bicycle Program Plan, Master Street Plan, and the goals of the Land Use,
Transportation & Air Quality committee.
Other Related Projects:
Other City roadway projects could be linked to the bikeway improvement projects as funded
plus additional funding may be available from the NFRT&AQPC. This is not the full list of
projects presented by the Fort Collins' Bikeway Plan; additional projects should also be
considered in the future -this is just the high priority list at this time.
Operation and Maintenance costs for this project are included as a part of the General Street
Maintenance program, therefore, they are not included explicitly in this project as they are
implemented.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Bike Plan 296 533 829 770 1,007 1,896 1422 1,659 8,412
Improvements
"total: 296 533 829 770 1,007 1,896 1,422 1,659 8,412
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Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail, Spring Creek Unfunded
Trail to Laurel Street (MTC)
71025 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Bike/Ped
Project Description:
In 2002, the City of Fort Collins adopted the Mason Transportation Corridor Vision Plan.
Implementation of this plan began in 2001 with the continuation of the design/engineering
phase of the project. The first phase of construction of the MTC bicycle/pedestrian trail is
scheduled to begin in 2004, which includes the segment of trail from the Fossil Creek trail to
the Spring Creek trail. Construction of this segment will be complete in 2005.
The next segment of the MTC project is continuing the trail northward from the Spring Creek
trail through the Colorado State University campus to Laurel Street, including a grade-
separated bike/ped crossing of Prospect Road. This phase of the MTC trail project is critical
to linking the southern portion of the corridor to CSU and to downtown Fort Collins. The
MTC trail project is a very important component of the City of Fort Collins' strategy of
developing a truly multi-modal transportation system. This project will also help to increase
safety for bicyclists, reduce the amount of annual vehicle miles traveled by automobile, and
will help to improve air quality in the community.
Project Location:
MTC trail, along the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks, from the Spring Creek trail
to Laurel Street.
Why is this Project Needed?
The MTC trail offers a critical safety and mobility improvement project for cyclists and
pedestrians of all ages and abilities and will help achieve the City's goals for increasing the
use of alternative modes, reducing traffic congestion, and improving air quality. These
projects are consistent with the City of Fort Collins Master Transportation Plan, Bicycle
Program Plan, Pedestrian Plan, Master Street Plan, MTC Vision Plan, and the goals of the
Landuse Transportation & Air Quality Committee.
Other Related Projects:
Other City projects related to this project include sidewalk and bikelane improvements along
Prospect Road and bikelanes on Laurel Street which could be funded by local funds plus
additional grant funding may be available from the NFRT&AQPC and the Colorado
Department of Transportation.
Operation and Maintenance costs for this project are included as a part of the overall MTC
trail maintenance costs of approximately $43,000 per year for the full 5.5 mile corridor.
(note: this cost could be allocated on a per mile basis of$7,818 if desired with the segment
from Spring Creek trail to Laurel representing approximately 1.5 miles for an annual cost of
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$11,727 beginning in 2013)
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
4,087 4,087
Total: 4,087 4,087
Annual Operation&Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
13 13 13 13 52
Total: 13 13 13 13 52
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71018 Pedestrian Plan and ADA Improvements, Partially Funded
Continuation
Transportation Services Dept./Program: Bike/Ped
Project Description:
Implementation of the Fort Collins Pedestrian Plan has been very gradual since 1996.
Numerous projects have been completed using funding from Building Community Choices,
as well as general funds for sidewalk maintenance programs and compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA). On-going programs and construction projects build
with BCC funding include Safe Routes to School and Safe Walk Fort Collins programs as
well as the installation of missing or incomplete sidewalks, grade separations, or pedestrian
bridges throughout the City. The BCC funds are also used to address inadequacies in the
pedestrian network that arise as the rest of the City's transportation system is slowly built out.
It is this flexibility that allows Transportation Services staff to tackle new unsafe pedestrian
conditions as travel patterns and behaviors change with new transportation facilities. General
funds are utilized to eliminate hazards and remove pedestrian obstacles, as well as install
pedestrian access ramps, and make minor connections where no walk currently exists to bring
the City into ADA compliance.
BCC funding will end in 2005 and the City will need to find an additional funding source to
carry out the remaining projects identified in the Pedestrian Plan Update portion of the
Transportation Master Plan. The dollar amounts below account for all pedestrian projects
identified on the Transportation Board's recommended Capital Projects Priority List and the
annual general funds used for ADA compliance and sidewalk maintenance.
Project Location:
Throughout the community
Why is this Project Needed?
These pedestrian improvements are critical safety projects to help achieve the City's goals for
increased use of alternative modes, reduced traffic congestion, and improved air quality.
These projects and programs are consistent with the City's Master Transportation Plan,
Pedestrian Plan, Master Street Plan, Transit Plan, and the goals of land use, transportation and
air quality.
Other Related Projects:
Other City street projects. Additional funding may be available from the NFRT& AQPC.
All Construction, Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 10,144
Total: 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 1,268 10,144
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Annual Operation &Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
General Fund 0 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 880
Total: 0 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 880
Funding Source (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
BCC Sales Tax 340 340 340 1,020
General Fund 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 4,510
Total: 750 750 750 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 5,530
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Bike/Ped Underpass at Troutman Unfunded
Parkway and BNSFRR Tracks (MTC)
7 10 19 Transportation Services Dept./Program: Bike/Ped
Project Description:
A bicycle and pedestrian underpass at Troutman Parkway that travels under both the ditch and
railroad tracks. The need, priority and schedule has been evaluated during MTC final design
and the Transportation Master Plan update and this project is one of the top priority elements
that is needed to complete the MTC Bike/Ped trail.
Project Location:
The project is located at Troutman Parkway from Tanager Road to South Mason Street.
Why is this Project Needed?
East to west bike and pedestrian connections are necessary for the Mason Transportation
Corridor to join commuters to activity centers. This underpass is a critical connection for the
Troutman Neighborhood because this segment of the Corridor is the only mile stretch that
does not have an east/west connection at the half-mile. This neighborhood has a large group
of potential transit users who could be discouraged from using the Corridor without this
connection to the transitway. It would also allow bicyclists and pedestrians to safely access
on-street bikeways and sidewalks east of Mason Street. They would connect to the retail
shops and restaurants along Troutman Parkway. It will make an important improvement to
traffic flow on Harmony and Horsetooth Roads by offering a viable option to automobile use.
Other Related Projects:
The project is linked to the Mason Street Transportation Corridor.
All Construction,Planning and Associated Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
1,777 1,777
Total: 1,777 1,777
Annual Operation & Maintenance Costs (X$1,000)
Line Item: Prior Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Post 2012 Total
Geneial Fund 15 17 17 17 17 83
Total- 1s 17 17 17 17 83
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