HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 06/05/2012 - ITEMS RELATING TO IMPLEMENTATION OF THE OUTDOOR VEDATE: June 5, 2012
STAFF: Pete Wray, Peter Barnes,
Jessica Ping-Small
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL 28
SUBJECT
Items Relating to Implementation of the Outdoor Vendor Study.
A. First Reading of Ordinance No. 057, 2012, Making Various Amendments to the Land Use Code Relating to
Outdoor Vendors.
B. First Reading of Ordinance No. 058, 2012, Amending Article XIV of Chapter 15 of the City Code Regarding
Licensing of Outdoor Vendors.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
These Ordinances address actions needed to implement the Outdoor Vendor Study staff recommendations.
Ordinance No. 057, 2012 amends the Land Use Code. First, it adds a new section in Article 3, Supplementary
Regulations for Outdoor Vendors. Second, it amends Article 4 by adding Outdoor Vendors as a permitted use in non-
neighborhood zoning districts. Finally, it amends Article 5 to add a new definition for “Outdoor Vendor”.
Ordinance No. 058, 2012 amends Chapter 15 of the City Code regarding licensing and regulations for outdoor vendor
businesses. It revises the definition for outdoor vendors and exemptions, adds new definitions for outdoor vendor
types, and revises licensing requirements.
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
Over the past several years, the types, products, and distribution of outdoor mobile vendors have evolved to include
more options. Vendors have expressed the desire for the City to be more accommodating, with less restrictive license
and permit requirements. On the other hand, the City has also received complaints from existing local merchants
concerned about potential unfair competition from mobile vendors, and the need for a level playing field in licensing
and permitting.
In September 2011, staff was initially directed to evaluate the issues relating to food truck vendors, and whether
potential changes may be warranted to the Outdoor Vendors section of the City Code, and related sections of the Land
Use Code. In the course of the study, staff found the need to add other vendor types to the scope of the study. For
example, transportation vendors such as pedicabs, conference bikes, horse-drawn carriages, and valet parking
services were added for consideration in the study, as were non-food vendors such as holiday tree sellers and various
non-profit fundraisers.
Staff Assessment of Potential Options for Outdoor Vendors
The staff team initially researched the relevant topics in other cities, both in Colorado, and across the nation (see
Attachment 5). This assessment helped identify a range of options for staff to explore.
Staff also reviewed existing Land Use Code and City Code requirements, resulting in recognition that these regulations
significantly limited outdoor vendor operations within the City and appeared overly restrictive in certain ways. A range
of alternative outdoor vendor options were developed and included in the on-line survey for feedback. Staff then
developed draft recommendations that were presented at a public open house meeting on May 9, 2012. The proposed
new requirements identified by staff involve new locations for food truck vendors to operate, distance buffers from
existing restaurants and schools, and other operational requirements.
Issues Resolved by Code Changes:
• Existing City Code requirements currently restrict a license to one location, and do not allow vendors to
operate within a public street. Certain food vendors would like to operate in multiple locations and offer their
products directly from public streets.
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• Also, existing vendor licensing is currently only available for one-month periods. Vendors desire more efficient
time frames of semi-annual or annual licensing.
• The Land Use Code currently has one permitted use category that has been applied to outdoor food vendors
– Fast Food Restaurant – but needs better clarification to distinguish between restaurants and outdoor mobile
food vendors. In other words, a new definition of the use is needed to better recognize outdoor vendor types.
• For private property, current Land Use Code standards treat many vendors as a principal use required to
make site improvements under Change of Use requirements, due to the lack of any other provisions to
specifically recognize outdoor vendors. This requirement is burdensome or prohibitive for vendors operating
on a temporary basis.
• Vendors’ desire to operate from public streets raised questions about safety and impacts on other public right-
of-way functions.
• Vendors’ desire to operate food trucks in parks and neighborhoods raised questions about effects on the
functions and livability of these areas.
While outdoor food vendors desired to also operate within public parks, long-standing park policy does not support
allowing these vendors inside parks on a regular basis, except authorized as part of special events. Vendors have
been prohibited from conducting their business in parks in order to avoid commercializing them. Parks are intended
to be places of respite from an often hectic and commercialized world and allowing vendors into them on a regular
basis would undermine this purpose.
Fundamental questions from existing business owners have been raised of potential competition and need for a level
playing field, between brick and mortar restaurants, which bear costs and requirements of development, ownership,
and maintenance of real property, and mobile food trucks.
1. Will the study ensure a level playing field between brick-and-mortar restaurants and mobile food trucks?
Staff response:
No, the two types of businesses fundamentally operate on slightly different playing fields. The proposed City
requirements for mobile food trucks are an attempt to update and clarify the rules of operation for these uses, but they
do not necessarily ensure parity with requirements for development, construction, and ownership of a restaurant
building.
There is one main similarity for comparison purposes. This is the fact that mobile food trucks are accompanied by a
commissary kitchen, which involves development, construction, and property ownership requirements similar to those
associated with a restaurant. However, various differences between the two types of businesses make it difficult or
impossible to fully weigh overhead costs and requirements for purposes of comparing the playing field for competition.
For example, the number of food trucks sharing in the costs of a commissary kitchen varies. Also, a mobile food
vendor may operate out of a brick-and-mortar restaurant.
2. How will the study address potential competition between existing brick and mortar restaurants and mobile
food trucks?
Staff response:
To some extent, competition for customers will remain between brick and mortar restaurants and mobile food trucks.
Food trucks are currently allowed on private property. The recommendations from the study provide additional
opportunities for food vendors to operate within the public right-of-way and on select public lots Downtown with
limitations.
The proposed requirements include a 200 foot separation between existing restaurants and food truck vendors
citywide. This requirement will ensure a food truck operator can not vend within a half-block of the front entrance of
an existing restaurant. In developing this recommendation, staff looked at precedents in other cities’ requirements.
Most of the cities reviewed have a separation distance in the range of 50 – 300 feet. Staff also conducted an on-line
survey that tested different separation distances, and specifically asked restaurant businesses to respond to this issue.
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Most respondents selected no separation requirement. However, staff determined a moderate separation is still
warranted to alleviate potential competition of food trucks vending close to restaurants.
While the proposed separation requirement will not eliminate competition between food businesses, it will remove
immediate impacts of mobile food trucks operating within close proximity and view from front entrances of existing brick
and mortar restaurants.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES
• Ordinance No. 057, 2012
Ordinance No. 057, 2012 amends the Land Use Code related to outdoor vendor regulations in Articles 3, 4, and 5.
Article 3 - General Development Standards
This proposed LUC amendment adds a new subsection to the Supplemental Regulations in Section 3.8 that will
include outdoor vendor standards. These proposed standards would regulate location of operation, type of use,
signage, operation, and compliance with related Municipal Code regulations.
Article 4 - Districts
For outdoor vendors on private property, the Outdoor Vendors use would be added to the list of permitted uses in all
non-neighborhood zoning districts within Article 4 Districts, as an accessory/miscellaneous use.
Article 5 - Terms and Definitions
A new definition for Outdoor Vendors will be added to Section 5.1.2, Article 5 of the Land Use Code to describe all
types of Outdoor Vendors operating in the City.
• Ordinance No. 058, 2012
Ordinance No. 058, 2012 amends Article XIV of Chapter 15 of the City Code regarding licensing of outdoor vendors.
The key City Code sections to be amended are as follows:
• Section 15-381 incorporates new definitions for five outdoor vendor types, and includes a list of activities that
are exempt from the outdoor vendor provisions of this section.
• Section 15-382 describes license and operating requirements for outdoor vendors.
• Section 15-383 combines two existing Code sections for application and license fee requirements.
• Section 15-385 includes revised standards for review and approval of outdoor vendor applications.
• Section 15-386 includes bond requirements which may be modified or eliminated.
• Section 15-387 includes requirements for issuance of an outdoor vendor license.
• Section 15-388 includes general and specific requirements that restrict and govern the operation of outdoor
vendors.
FINANCIAL / ECONOMIC IMPACTS
The revenue received in 2011 from outdoor vendor licenses and downtown concession agreements was $3,080.
Based on the fact that the license fees will not increase significantly, the estimated revenue moving forward is $4,300
annually. The small increase is attributable to an assumed increase in vendors and the possibility for additional
downtown concession locations. The administrative costs are not expected to increase dramatically as licenses will
be issued for six months or annually instead of the current monthly licensing process.
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
New regulations for outdoor vendors will provide additional options for locating mobile vending in Fort Collins, allowing
customers more choice in purchasing food, goods and services, and other products. With outdoor vendors locating
closer to where potential customers are, a reduction in travel distance to and from these vending locations is realized,
along with a corresponding reduction in vehicle emissions. Food vendors in fixed locations can utilize propane heating
systems as an alternative to vehicle engine and generator gas fuel use.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the Ordinances on First Reading.
BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
At its May 17, 2012 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Board voted 7-0 to recommend that City Council adopt
Ordinance No. 057, 2012, making various amendments to the City of Fort Collins Land Use Code relating to outdoor
vendors.
The Council Finance Committee will consider these recommendations at its June 4, 2012 meeting. The minutes will
be provided in the Council “Read-Before” packet on June 5, 2012.
The Downtown Business Association Board held its monthly meeting on May 9, 2012. A staff presentation on the
Outdoor Vendor Study was provided. A draft (unsigned) recommendation memo is included in Attachment 6. The
final signed copy will be provided in the Council “Read-Before” packet on June 5, 2012..
PUBLIC OUTREACH
As part of the Study, staff met with existing and potential new outdoor vendors, business owners, and other interests
to listen and learn about issues and ideas for new provisions relating to outdoor vendors operating in Fort Collins.
An on-line survey was administered between April 2 and May 4, 2012 which included 583 respondents (see
Attachment 3). Notice of the public survey was distributed to outdoor vendors, the Downtown Business Association,
Downtown Development Authority, Chamber Local Legislative Affairs Committee, and North/South Fort Collins
Business Associations. Public notice was generated through press release, webpage postings, and local news media.
The results of this survey provided important information for staff to assess potential options for outdoor vendor zoning
use provisions, operational and other licensing requirements. Staff presented draft recommendations at a public open
house meeting on May 9.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Powerpoint presentation
2. Planning and Zoning Board minutes, May 17, 2012
3. On-line survey results and open-ended comments
4. Summary of comments from May 9, 2012 public open house meeting
5. Table 1, comparison of outdoor vendor regulations from other Cities
6. Downtown Business Association Board meeting draft recommendation memo, May 9, 2012
7. Downtown Development Board meeting minutes, May 10, 2012
8. Economic Advisory Commission Memo, May 30, 2012
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A. First Reading of Ordinance No. 057, 2012, Making
Various Amendments to the Land Use Code
Relating to Outdoor Vendors
B. First reading of Ordinance No. 058, 2012,
Amending Article XIV of Chapter 15 of the City
Code Regarding Licensing of Outdoor Vendors
CITY COUNCIL HEARING – JUNE 5, 2012
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2011
• Staff initially directed to study outdoor food truck vendors
• Other vendor types were added to study
• Existing City Code requirements compared with other cities
2012
• Staff met with vendors, existing business owners, Boards,
and other interests
• On-line survey used to test outdoor vendor options
• Open house meeting (draft recommendations) – May 9
• Planning and Zoning Board meeting – May 17
• Recommendations from other Boards and Committees
• City Council Hearing – June 5
STUDY PROCESS
ATTACHMENT 1
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ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED
• Ability for vendors to operate in multiple locations
and within public streets
• Vendors desire more efficient time frames of semi-
annual or annual licensing
• Need to clarify zoning use definitions/site
requirements
• Questions of competition between outdoor vendors
and “brick and mortar” restaurants
• Should outdoor vendors be allowed in parks and
neighborhoods?
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HIGHLIGHTS OF SURVEY RESULTS
Citywide Feedback – Most Important
• 85% support food trucks near schools and parks
• 83% for licensing for multiple locations
• 82% for health inspections (42% for liability insurance)
• 74% for vendors operating during daytime/late night
• 59% for allowing vendors on public street or lot
• 44% like no buffer between existing restaurants
• 31% for operating on private lots as accessory use
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HIGHLIGHTS OF SURVEY RESULTS
Comments specific to Downtown
• No separation (37 respondents) between existing
restaurants and food vendors, compared to some
separation (30 respondents)
• 38% are concerned over loss of existing parking if
vendors use on-street parking
• 46% support food vendors operating in public lots
and 38% on-street in parallel parking spaces
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HIGHLIGHTS OF OPEN HOUSE RESULTS
General responses on proposed requirements
• Majority of respondents supported proposed
requirements
• Concerns about requiring 200 foot separation near
schools
• Concerns over 15-minute time restriction for
neighborhood vendor stops
• Concerns about not allowing vending in parks
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EXISTING REGULATIONS
Applies to most vendors – excludes transportation
• $10 license fee per location – good for 30 days
• Sponsored special events
• Private lot with permission of owner
• Required to improve private lot if change in use
• No separation requirements
• No vending from public right-of-way – unless transporting
• Allowed Downtown with a concession agreement
• Liability insurance required
• Allowed on lots zoned for fast-food for outdoor food vendors
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PROPOSED LAND USE CODE CHANGES
Article 3 – General Development Standards
Adds new supplemental regulations
• Regulate location of operation
• Type of use
• Signage
• Operation
• Compliance with related Municipal Code regulations
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PROPOSED LAND USE CODE CHANGES
Article 4 – Districts
• Regulate outdoor vendors on private property
• Accessory use added to all non-neighborhood zoning
districts
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PROPOSED LAND USE CODE CHANGES
Article 5 – Terms and Definitions
• Adds a new general definition for outdoor vendors
• Consistent with Municipal Code definition
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PROPOSED MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
Article 14 of Chapter 15 Regarding Licensing of
Outdoor Vendors
• Adds new definitions for five outdoor vendor types
• Describes license and operating requirements
• Combines application and license fee requirements
• Includes revised standards for review/approval of applications
• Includes requirements for issuance of a license
• Includes general/specific requirements that govern operation
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OUTDOOR VENDOR TYPES WE STUDIED
1. Mobile Food Truck
Motorized, wheeled vehicle, or
towed vehicle designed and
equipped to serve
prepackaged or cooked food
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OUTDOOR VENDOR TYPES WE STUDIED
2. Pushcarts
Mobile, non-motorized vending
cart, pushcart, or trailer
designed and equipped to
serve prepackaged or cooked
food
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OUTDOOR VENDOR TYPES WE STUDIED
3. Neighborhood
Mobile Food Vendor
Mobile food truck or
pushcart licensed to
operate on streets in
neighborhood zone
districts, with specific
limitations
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OUTDOOR VENDOR TYPES WE STUDIED
4. Miscellaneous Goods
Services and/or goods offered
on private property such as
Christmas tree lots, temporary
car wash events, and non-profit
benefit sales
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OUTDOOR VENDOR TYPES WE STUDIED
5. Transportation Services
Vendors not regulated by Public
Utilities Commission, services such
as pedal-powered pedicabs and
conference bikes, horse-drawn
carriages, and valet parking services
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OUTDOOR VENDOR LICENSE – Requirements
Mobile Food Trucks/Pushcarts (non-neighborhood zones):
• Private property with permission by owner
• Can operate on-street in legal parallel parking spaces
• 200-foot separation from restaurants
• License required – fee is $60/6 months and $120/12 months
• Allowed in multiple approved locations with license
• Health inspection and liability insurance required
• Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00 AM and 7:00 AM
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OUTDOOR VENDOR LICENSE – Requirements
Miscellaneous Goods & Services (non-neighborhood zones):
• Private property with permission by owner
• License required – fee is $60/6 months and $120/12 months
• Allowed in multiple approved locations with license
• Liability insurance required
• Allowed at sponsored special events
• Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00 AM and 7:00 AM
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OUTDOOR VENDOR LICENSE – Requirements
Transportation Services (non-neighborhood zones):
• License required – fee is $60/6 months and $120/12 months
• Liability insurance required
• Cannot operate between the hours of 3 AM and 7 AM
• Not allowed on sidewalks
• Must not obstruct the flow of vehicular, bicycle, or pedestrian traffic
• Must follow all vehicular regulations
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Outdoor Vendor
License Area
Non-Neighborhood
Zones
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NEIGHBORHOOD MOBILE FOOD VENDOR LICENSE
– Requirements
Mobile Food Trucks/Pushcarts:
• Allowed to operate on street in neighborhood zones
• Must pull over adjacent to curb and vend towards sidewalk
• Must not stop for more than 15 minutes at a time
• Must operate within noise ordinance & other requirements
• License required – fee is $60/6 months and $120/12 months
• Health inspection and liability insurance required
• Hours of operation are 10 AM to 8 PM
• Special events authorized under separate permit
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Neighborhood
Zones
Neighborhood Mobile Food
Vendor License Area
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Downtown Existing
Restaurant Buffer Distance
Options
College Ave
Mountain Ave
Existing
Restaurants
Buffers
100’ 200’ 400’
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200’ Buffer
On-Street Parallel Parking
Locations (Outside Buffer)
College Ave
Mountain Ave
Food Truck/Pushcart
Sites (Public Lots)
Potential Downtown Mobile
Food Vendor Options
Private Lots
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DOWNTOWN CONCESSION AGREEMENT –
Requirements
Mobile Food Trucks/Pushcarts/Misc. Goods & Services:
• Fee is $60/6 months and $120/12 months
• Allowed in select locations on public sidewalks/public lots
• Health inspection for food vendors
• Liability insurance required
• Transportation Services if fixed station area
• Can not operate between hours of 3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
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Downtown Concession Agreement - Outdoor Vendor Locations
Pushcart Sites
Sidewalk/Plaza
Food Truck Sites
Public Lot
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1. What Fort Collins ZIP Code do you live in?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
80521 21.7% 127
80524 18.0% 105
80525 25.3% 148
80526 20.5% 120
80528 5.5% 32
Don't live in Fort Collins 8.9% 52
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2. Are you an existing or future outdoor vendor?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Yes (existing vendor) 2.7% 16
Yes (planning on being a future
vendor)
5.2% 30
No (existing business
owner/manager)
13.9% 81
No (interested citizen) 78.2% 455
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ATTACHMENT 3
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3. What type of business are you?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Office (law, financial, corporation,
etc.)
8.4% 7
Service (medical, salon, repair,
etc.)
24.1% 20
Manufacturing 4.8% 4
Retail 26.5% 22
Wholesale 1.2% 1
Restaurant 14.5% 12
Entertainment (bar, nightclub,
theater, etc.)
4.8% 4
Other (please specify)
15.7% 13
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4. What ZIP Code is your business located in?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
80521 13.4% 11
80524 63.4% 52
80525 8.5% 7
80526 3.7% 3
80528 3.7% 3
Other (please specify)
7.3% 6
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5. In assessing if food truck vendors should be allowed Downtown, either on-street or in a
public lot, what factors are most important to you?
1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice 4th Choice
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Potential loss of parking for
existing businesses
37.5% (27) 26.4% (19) 16.7% (12) 19.4% (14) 2.18 72
Impacts on vehicular, bike, and
pedestrian traffic
15.7% (11) 31.4% (22) 35.7% (25) 17.1% (12) 2.54 70
Unfair competition between food
truck vendors and existing
restaurants
25.7% (18) 24.3% (17) 21.4% (15) 28.6% (20) 2.53 70
Other (specify below) 55.6% (15) 14.8% (4) 3.7% (1) 25.9% (7) 2.00 27
Other (please specify)
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6. For existing standard sit-down restaurants located in Downtown, how far away would
you want food truck vendors to operate from these restaurants?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
100-foot average separation (not
visible from front of restaurant)
12.8% 10
200-foot average separation (half
Downtown block or across street of
restaurant)
14.1% 11
400-foot average separation (full
block)
7.7% 6
1320-foot average separation (3 1/2
blocks or 1/4 mile)
3.8% 3
No separation (existing
restaurants do not have
separation requirements
between each other, or between
pushcart vendors on sidewalks)
47.4% 37
No opinion 9.0% 7
Other (please specify)
5.1% 4
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7. For existing standard sit-down restaurants, outside of the Downtown area, how far away
would you want food truck vendors operating from these restaurants?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
100-foot average separation 8.9% 7
200-foot average separation 8.9% 7
400-foot average separation 13.9% 11
1320-foot average separation (3 1/2
blocks, or 1/4 mile)
8.9% 7
No separation (existing
restaurants do not have
separation requirements
between each other)
44.3% 35
No opinion 12.7% 10
Other (please specify)
2.5% 2
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8. For existing fast-food/drive-thru restaurants, located outside the Downtown area, how far
away would you want food truck vendors to operate from these restaurants?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
100-foot average separation 6.7% 5
200-foot average separation 6.7% 5
400-foot average separation 12.0% 9
1320-foot average separation (3 1/2
blocks, or 1/4 mile)
8.0% 6
No separation (existing
restaurants do not have
separation requirements
between each other)
56.0% 42
No opinion 8.0% 6
Other (please specify)
2.7% 2
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9. If you are a current or future outdoor food vendor, what is your type of business?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Push cart (non-mororized cart or
trailer)
17.9% 7
Food truck 74.4% 29
Ice cream truck 7.7% 3
Other (please specify):
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10. What should the City do to improve food truck vending operations in Fort Collins? Please
select what options are most important to you.
1st
priority
2nd
priority
3rd
priority
Fourth
priority
Fifth
priority
Sixth
priority
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Predictable and fair standards
43.5%
(20)
19.6%
(9)
13.0%
(6)
13.0%
(6)
8.7%
(4)
2.2%
(1)
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Outdoor Vendor License for multiple
locations
31.9%
(15)
25.5%
(12)
19.1%
(9)
8.5%
(4)
10.6%
(5)
4.3%
(2)
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Longer time period for license
20.5%
(9)
9.1%
(4)
20.5%
(9)
29.5%
(13)
11.4%
(5)
9.1%
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11. Please choose your top outdoor food truck vendor locations that you could support.
First
Choice
Second
Choice
Third
Choice
Fourth
Choice
Fifth
Choice
Sixth
Choice
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Operate on private property
(permission by owner)
30.8%
(12)
15.4%
(6)
17.9%
(7)
2.6%
(1)
30.8%
(12)
2.6%
(1)
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Operate in Downtown (on-street in
designated parallel parking space)
27.0%
(10)
29.7%
(11)
13.5%
(5)
8.1%
(3)
5.4%
(2)
16.2%
(6)
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Operate in all non-residential zoning
districts (on-street in designated
parallel parking space)
21.6%
(8)
13.5%
(5)
18.9%
(7)
35.1%
(13)
10.8%
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13. The current vendor license limits vendors to one off-street location and prohibits them
from operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the
public right-of-way, where should they be allowed to operate?
First
Choice
Second
Choice
Third
Choice
Fourth
Choice
Rating
Average
Response
Count
On-street in designated parallel
parking space (not time limited)
36.1% (181) 23.1% (116) 28.9% (145) 12.0% (60) 2.17 502
On-street in designated parallel
parking space (time limited)
21.4% (108) 38.6% (195) 32.9% (166) 7.1% (36) 2.26 505
In public parking lot 45.2% (238) 32.3% (170) 20.3% (107) 2.1% (11) 1.79 526
Other location (specify below) 23.1% (49) 8.5% (18) 15.6% (33) 52.8% (112) 2.98 212
Other (please specify)
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14. How far away would you want food truck vendors to operate from residential areas?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
50-foot average separation 7.7% 43
100-foot average separation 11.2% 62
200-foot average separation 13.0% 72
400-foot average separation 15.3% 85
No separation 23.8% 132
Other 5.6% 31
No opinion 23.4% 130
Other (please specify)
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15. Should food truck vendors be allowed to operate near schools and parks?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Yes 85.4% 478
No 7.0% 39
Not sure 7.7% 43
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16. How far away would you want food truck vendors to operate from parks or schools?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
50-foot average separation 9.2% 51
100-foot average separation 11.8% 66
200-foot average separation 8.4% 47
400-foot average separation 9.0% 50
No separation 36.8% 205
No opinion 14.5% 81
Other (please specify)
10.2% 57
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17. Which of the following requirements are most important for food truck vendors to
operate within Fort Collins?
Most
Important
Important
Somewhat
important
Not
important
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Outdoor vendor license 40.9% (212) 40.5% (210) 13.5% (70) 5.0% (26) 1.83 518
Sales tax license 41.7% (214) 41.3% (212) 12.1% (62) 4.9% (25) 1.80 513
Ability to operate business for
longer time period as part of license
agreement
23.2% (113) 39.1% (191) 23.6% (115) 14.1% (69) 2.29 488
Liability insurance 41.6% (211) 41.2% (209) 15.0% (76) 2.2% (11) 1.78 507
County health inspections 81.7% (434) 15.8% (84) 1.3% (7) 1.1% (6) 1.22 531
Work out of a commissary (fixed-
location kitchen to prepare food)
12.0% (60) 18.8% (94) 24.2% (121) 44.9% (224) 3.02 499
Distance (separation) from existing
restaurants
10.4% (53) 16.2% (83) 28.4% (145) 45.0% (230) 3.08 511
Distance (separation) from other
food truck vendors
6.8% (34) 12.3% (62) 21.3% (107) 59.6% (300) 3.34 503
Other 39.0% (23) 6.8% (4) 5.1% (3) 49.2% (29) 2.64 59
Other (please specify)
41
answered question 540
skipped question 48
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18. Currently a small number of pushcart vendors (non-motorized cart or trailer) are
allowed in the Downtown on public sidewalks as part of a concession agreement. Do you
support increasing the number of pushcart vendors allowed in the Downtown area?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Yes 69.6% 382
No 13.3% 73
Not Sure 17.1% 94
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skipped question 39
19. If additional outdoor pushcart vendors were allowed to operate in the Downtown area,
what is your preference for locating these vendors?
1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Public sidewalk 59.8% (313) 17.8% (93) 22.4% (117) 1.63 523
Public parking lot 30.2% (155) 59.3% (304) 10.5% (54) 1.80 513
Private parking lot 20.3% (102) 22.9% (115) 56.9% (286) 2.37 503
Other 56.1% (23) 12.2% (5) 31.7% (13) 1.76 41
Other (please specify)
38
answered question 544
skipped question 44
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20. Please choose your most important requirements pertaining to ice cream truck
vendors in Fort Collins.
First
Choice
Second
Choice
Third
Choice
Fourth
Choice
Fifth
Choice
Sixth
Choice
Rating
Average
Response
Count
Operation within residential areas
with posted speed limit of 25 mph
or less (no more than 15 minutes
per stop)
34.4%
(167)
20.0%
(97)
19.0%
(92)
15.7%
(76)
7.0%
(34)
3.9%
(19)
2.53 485
Allowed in other non-residential
areas of Fort Collins (on private
property)
14.6%
(67)
21.6%
(99)
23.5%
(108)
18.3%
(84)
16.8%
(77)
5.2%
(24)
3.17 459
Require outdoor vendor and sales
tax licenses
33.4%
(162)
24.7%
(120)
21.0%
(102)
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21. What is your time preference for food truck vendors to operate within the public right-
of-way (on-street in parallel parking space or public lot)?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
A) During business hours 8:00 AM
to 6:00 PM
14.2% 76
B) During after business hours 6:00
PM to 3:00 AM
4.3% 23
C) Both A and B above 74.0% 395
D) No opinion 7.5% 40
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skipped question 54
22. What is your time preference for food truck vendors to operate on private property?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
A) During business hours 8:00 AM
to 6:00 PM
17.4% 92
B) During after business hours 6:00
PM to 3:00 AM
3.4% 18
E) Both A and B above 63.5% 336
F) No opinion 15.7% 83
answered question 529
skipped question 59
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23. Do you have any other comments about outdoor vendors operating in Fort Collins?
Response
Count
221
answered question 221
skipped question 367
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Page 4, Q3. What type of business are you?
1 retired homemaker May 6, 2012 2:40 PM
2 consulting May 4, 2012 6:12 AM
3 engineering May 3, 2012 4:43 AM
4 marketing Apr 19, 2012 1:52 PM
5 manager of special event (outdoor antique and artisan market) Apr 17, 2012 9:24 AM
6 Live Music Performance Apr 16, 2012 6:35 PM
7 Brewery Apr 11, 2012 8:38 AM
8 Ice cream shop Apr 8, 2012 7:46 PM
9 ice cream shop Apr 6, 2012 11:54 AM
10 Real Estate Apr 3, 2012 2:39 PM
11 Gelato Shop Apr 3, 2012 2:16 PM
12 hotel Apr 3, 2012 2:05 PM
13 Non-Profit promotions organization Apr 3, 2012 1:56 PM
Page 5, Q4. What ZIP Code is your business located in?
1 live outside state May 6, 2012 2:40 PM
2 international May 3, 2012 4:43 AM
3 92346 May 3, 2012 12:26 AM
4 online Apr 23, 2012 4:09 PM
5 Northern Colorado Apr 3, 2012 5:34 PM
6 City Wide Apr 3, 2012 12:32 PM
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Page 6, Q5. In assessing if food truck vendors should be allowed Downtown, either on-street or in a public lot,
what factors are most important to you?
1 creating a supportive climate for businesses to succeed May 3, 2012 4:44 AM
2 Proper cleaning and maintenance of public area May 2, 2012 7:07 PM
3 none May 2, 2012 6:28 PM
4 Not overly concerned about any of the above Apr 23, 2012 9:16 AM
5 proper planning and regulation, such as cleanup, waste, restroom access Apr 18, 2012 8:08 AM
6 Loss of character and charm of Old Town Apr 17, 2012 7:17 PM
7 I don't see any of the above as factors. I believe there is high demand for food
trucks and I do not think it will negatively affect other businesses, traffic, or
parking.
Apr 17, 2012 9:29 AM
8 Keep govt. out of the way. It has no business regulating food vendors. Apr 17, 2012 8:20 AM
9 no concerns at all, be more lenient Apr 16, 2012 9:38 PM
10 none of these will be an issue Apr 16, 2012 3:58 PM
11 I really have no issues with them being around. I think it is a great addition. Apr 12, 2012 9:15 AM
12 Visual harmony with downtown. Apr 10, 2012 5:43 PM
13 Beneficial addition to local culture Apr 9, 2012 3:56 PM
14 Food waste and grease on the pavement, sanitary conditions Apr 7, 2012 3:38 PM
15 Messy and cluttered if left unchecked and too many carts allowed. Apr 7, 2012 8:09 AM
16 no property tax for using a public street no fair to building business Apr 5, 2012 8:24 PM
17 Safety for pedestrians Apr 5, 2012 5:02 PM
18 Additional trash in parking lots, on sidewalks, etc. Apr 5, 2012 11:04 AM
19 "running" trucks stinking up the place Apr 3, 2012 4:27 PM
20 fun for visitors to Old Town Apr 3, 2012 2:52 PM
21 Appearance of the City in general Apr 3, 2012 2:40 PM
22 no concerns, they should be allowed to operate and conduct business Apr 3, 2012 2:36 PM
23 image of downtown if done poorly Apr 3, 2012 1:19 PM
24 I have no problem with Food Truck Vendors Apr 3, 2012 1:16 PM
25 None of these are a concern! There will always be competition and always
issues with parking downtown.
Apr 3, 2012 12:34 PM
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Page 7, Q6. For existing standard sit-down restaurants located in Downtown, how far away would you want food
truck vendors to operate from these restaurants?
1 None in areas of high restaurant density. (Old Town) Apr 17, 2012 7:19 PM
2 Best to have restaurants answer this question. Apr 10, 2012 5:44 PM
3 Seperation equivalent to normal building to building spacing. Agree that existing
restaurant do not have separation requirements, but by definition of being
housed in permanent structures, existing competing restaurants aren't able to
camp out on each others doorsteps.
Apr 7, 2012 8:09 AM
4 do not allow any vender in old town between Mulberry to Cherry to Howes to
Jefferson ZIPPO there are too many restaurants in this area already
Apr 5, 2012 8:26 PM
Page 8, Q7. For existing standard sit-down restaurants, outside of the Downtown area, how far away would you
want food truck vendors operating from these restaurants?
1 Again, restaurants should answer Apr 10, 2012 5:44 PM
2 Seperation equivalent to normal building to building spacing. Agree that existing
restaurant do not have separation requirements, but by definition of being
housed in permanent structures, existing competing restaurants aren't able to
camp out on each others doorsteps.
Apr 7, 2012 8:10 AM
Page 9, Q8. For existing fast-food/drive-thru restaurants, located outside the Downtown area, how far away would
you want food truck vendors to operate from these restaurants?
1 Same Apr 10, 2012 5:45 PM
2 Seperation equivalent to normal building to building spacing. Agree that existing
restaurant do not have separation requirements, but by definition of being
housed in permanent structures, existing competing restaurants aren't able to
camp out on each others doorsteps.
Apr 7, 2012 8:10 AM
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Page 10, Q9. If you are a current or future outdoor food vendor, what is your type of business?
1 Ice cream pedal cart May 8, 2012 1:37 AM
2 tba May 3, 2012 1:00 AM
3 bakery and sweets truck Apr 30, 2012 5:40 PM
4 Mobile kitchen (trailer) Apr 26, 2012 5:39 PM
5 Farm Stand Selling Locally Grown Produce Apr 20, 2012 6:41 AM
6 10'x10' tent Apr 17, 2012 1:41 PM
7 Motorized Mobile Shaved Ice Truck Apr 16, 2012 1:26 PM
8 Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Tree sales Apr 9, 2012 10:43 AM
9 Kona Ice Trucks Apr 5, 2012 9:57 AM
10 gourmet mobile kitchen pulled by a truck - currently not operating as mobile -
only catering
Apr 3, 2012 3:24 PM
11 Shoe services Apr 3, 2012 1:27 PM
Page 11, Q10. What should the City do to improve food truck vending operations in Fort Collins? Please select
what options are most important to you.
1 Include weighing factor for vendors who donate to non-profits and actively
reduce their greenhouse impact
Apr 30, 2012 11:12 AM
2 Adopt Laws and Regulations similar to other cities where food trucks and local
restaurants thrive
Apr 17, 2012 10:01 AM
3 Don't think they should be allowed Apr 8, 2012 7:51 PM
4 tables and chairs Apr 5, 2012 12:29 PM
5 ability to operate on commerical property with permission from owner without
zoning department getting in the way.
Apr 3, 2012 3:25 PM
6 Specific rules and regulations to follow. Attempting to get info via the health dept
is incredibly confusing at this time, and there is no checklist or list of procedures
available. Very confusing.
Apr 3, 2012 2:11 PM
7 Able to operate late night after other restaurants have closed (food trucks) Apr 3, 2012 12:09 PM
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Page 12, Q11. Please choose your top outdoor food truck vendor locations that you could support.
1 Look at Denver's rules Apr 24, 2012 1:41 AM
2 Public Parks parking lot Apr 9, 2012 10:49 AM
3 I don't support any vendor on the street but wasn't given that option Apr 8, 2012 7:54 PM
4 Maintain existing specified vending site policy, with distinct day and night
permits.
Apr 6, 2012 6:47 PM
5 all residential and smaller parks Apr 6, 2012 7:10 AM
6 operate in much needed areas - such as Gov't owned buildings that do not have
other food establishments close by.
Apr 3, 2012 3:28 PM
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Page 14, Q13. The current vendor license limits vendors to one off-street location and prohibits them from
operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
1 CSU May 6, 2012 9:04 PM
2 Parks May 5, 2012 5:18 PM
3 Private parking lots with owner permission May 4, 2012 4:28 PM
4 Private Parking Lot May 4, 2012 4:01 PM
5 in many cities vacant lots are used to create a food-cart food court May 4, 2012 1:18 PM
6 libraries May 3, 2012 7:28 PM
7 Where ever they can fit their truck May 3, 2012 6:37 PM
8 Designated food vendor parking May 3, 2012 6:23 PM
9 Any private property May 3, 2012 4:25 PM
10 On-street designated non-parking space time limited May 3, 2012 10:04 AM
11 on private property May 3, 2012 4:46 AM
12 time rotation with other vendors May 3, 2012 12:42 AM
13 Oak Street Plaza, taxi stand area of Old Town Square on Mountain Ave May 2, 2012 10:40 PM
14 School parking lot May 2, 2012 10:30 PM
15 Parks and public events May 2, 2012 8:56 PM
16 let them set up or roam like in other cool cities May 2, 2012 7:24 PM
17 business parking lot w owners permission May 2, 2012 6:32 PM
18 There should not be a restricted location. May 2, 2012 6:15 PM
19 Off street parking May 2, 2012 6:12 PM
20 sidewalks and squares May 2, 2012 1:17 PM
21 On private property with permission of the business, not on school proporty or
within a reasonable distance of schools so not to compete with school food
programs
May 1, 2012 4:02 PM
22 private property May 1, 2012 10:42 AM
23 outlying businesses at break and lunch time May 1, 2012 9:52 AM
24 Parks Apr 30, 2012 2:59 PM
25 multiple off-street locations Apr 30, 2012 1:15 PM
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operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
26 In residential neighborhoods and in front of vendors who have home business
licenses
Apr 30, 2012 11:16 AM
27 I don't think vendors should take away from the already limited public parking.
Parking we get ticketed for if we abuse.
Apr 29, 2012 11:10 AM
28 Private parking lots Apr 28, 2012 2:17 PM
29 NEVER ON STREETS OR SIDEWALKS Apr 27, 2012 3:48 PM
30 Public Places like the space in front of or behind the city building, or a park. Apr 27, 2012 11:42 AM
31 Old Town Square or Oak Street Plaza Apr 26, 2012 5:41 PM
32 private lots Apr 26, 2012 5:41 PM
33 Parks Apr 26, 2012 7:17 AM
34 Parks, plazas, etc. Apr 24, 2012 5:18 PM
35 Any available parking space Apr 24, 2012 1:43 AM
36 on wide sidewalk areas (I am thinking of the areas by the French Nest Markets,
where there is plenty of room.
Apr 23, 2012 5:45 PM
37 Not on public property or streets etc. I lived in Anaheim, California for many
years and there were street vendors that would push carts and drive grocery
vending trucks through residential neighborhoods. You have not lived till the
grocery truck pulls up in front of your house and people and kids come and leave
trash all over your property. Do we really want to relax regulations that might
allow this in our neighborhoods?
Apr 22, 2012 7:14 AM
38 Private property Apr 21, 2012 8:33 PM
39 designate a parking area Apr 21, 2012 3:47 PM
40 ANYWHERe Apr 21, 2012 1:00 PM
41 Private parking lots with permission of property owners; On-street non-
designated parallel (legal) parking
Apr 20, 2012 2:46 PM
42 I think that mobile vendors make our city more lively and we should allow them
access to our city.
Apr 20, 2012 1:35 PM
43 No on street vending Apr 20, 2012 11:48 AM
44 Old tow swuare Apr 20, 2012 9:26 AM
45 ? Apr 20, 2012 9:00 AM
46 Private lot Apr 20, 2012 8:27 AM
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operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
47 Plenty of room for smaller sidewalk vendors (hot dogs, gyros, dumplings) I come
from Bend Oregon, where a large number of vendors worked happily.
Apr 20, 2012 7:54 AM
48 on the sidewalk in a location that allows passerby's to go by Apr 18, 2012 9:29 PM
49 off streets Apr 17, 2012 9:40 PM
50 Alleyways Apr 17, 2012 9:38 PM
51 Specific designated spaces for specific vendors. Apr 17, 2012 7:23 PM
52 Food Truck Vendors should not be allowed to operate. Apr 17, 2012 4:06 PM
53 Not allowed in public right-of-way Apr 17, 2012 3:16 PM
54 Not applicable to our operation Apr 17, 2012 1:47 PM
55 Anywhere they want. Apr 17, 2012 12:04 PM
56 any private parking area Apr 17, 2012 12:02 PM
57 This question is poorly written... why must I rank the options? Why can't we say
on-street in parallel parking space, and in public lot, and other location... give
them freedom and let the pedestrian traffic dictate the best market solution... all
while ensuring safety to other cars and pedestrians.
Apr 17, 2012 11:00 AM
58 Private parking lots Apr 17, 2012 10:22 AM
59 Parking garage? Apr 17, 2012 10:02 AM
60 By Breweries or Events Apr 17, 2012 9:59 AM
61 Privately owned parking lots by arrangement with owner Apr 17, 2012 9:50 AM
62 When not mobile, side walk BUT TIME LIMIT @ night Apr 17, 2012 9:03 AM
63 private parking lot with owner permissiom Apr 17, 2012 8:32 AM
64 They should no be operating in a public right of way. Apr 17, 2012 8:30 AM
65 Wherever they want to park. Apr 17, 2012 8:21 AM
66 on sidewalks with minimum 9 feet clearance on sidewalk Apr 17, 2012 8:13 AM
67 Private parking lots with the permission of the owners, and public lots, like the
one on Remington.
Apr 17, 2012 7:46 AM
68 Private parking lot. I see a vender at JAX on North College. Presumably with
the owner's permission.
Apr 17, 2012 7:41 AM
69 open area (such as near fountain in old town) that doesn't take up precious
parking space
Apr 16, 2012 8:19 PM
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operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
70 Downtown plaza Apr 16, 2012 7:11 PM
71 vacant lot Apr 16, 2012 6:19 PM
72 EVERYWHERE! Apr 16, 2012 5:50 PM
73 Private parking lots Apr 16, 2012 5:04 PM
74 Private lots for rent Apr 16, 2012 4:46 PM
75 Anywhere. Apr 16, 2012 4:28 PM
76 Anywhere that does not block traffic Apr 16, 2012 4:27 PM
77 Sidewalk Apr 16, 2012 4:26 PM
78 Where ever they want and when ever they want Apr 16, 2012 4:17 PM
79 Create a street food-zone downtown or in areas needing a boost in
revenue/buzz... could change or locations tweeted like in NYC.
Apr 16, 2012 3:59 PM
80 Not sure where, but taking up parking spaces will upset A LOT of people. I get
angry when construction trucks take up up to 4 spaces, no time restrictions. I live
in old town and have a parking pass which means nothing during the weekends,
so parking spaces is important.
Apr 16, 2012 3:58 PM
81 I believe we should have a food cart area downtown - old steele's market for
example where all the food cart people go
Apr 16, 2012 3:54 PM
82 at a business location Apr 16, 2012 3:52 PM
83 If food cart, on sidewalk out side of Stores Apr 16, 2012 3:51 PM
84 privete lots Apr 14, 2012 8:36 PM
85 If mobile, I support traveling around the city Apr 14, 2012 12:43 PM
86 I am against ALL outdoor vendors. Apr 12, 2012 5:58 PM
87 Empty Lots downtown or alleys Apr 12, 2012 11:40 AM
88 Anywhere that doesn't block the very limited parking downtown. Apr 12, 2012 10:07 AM
89 I"m open Apr 12, 2012 9:24 AM
90 I do not support utilizing current parking. Businesses pay significant property
taxes and should not have their parking impacted by temporary vendors.
Apr 10, 2012 5:47 PM
91 Current method works well but could be problem for larger food trucks. Apr 10, 2012 11:07 AM
92 shopping centers, strip malls, popular places where cool folks hang out Apr 10, 2012 10:07 AM
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operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
93 Private parking lots Apr 9, 2012 3:57 PM
94 Private Parking Lot Apr 9, 2012 11:43 AM
95 Private Property (no time limit) Apr 9, 2012 10:51 AM
96 not be allowed Apr 8, 2012 7:55 PM
97 I think food trucks have no place operating on public property at all. It looks
trashy and they should have a building. Fort Collins is great because we do not
allow this!!
Apr 6, 2012 9:27 PM
98 In private parking lots - business alliances approach Apr 6, 2012 1:10 PM
99 Any place that is approved, that makes sense (parks, etc). Apr 6, 2012 12:07 PM
100 Fort Collins is too small of a city for multiple food vendors. Denver, LA, NYC, OK,
but not here yet. Brick and mortar businesses work too hard for mobile
competition here.
Apr 6, 2012 11:58 AM
101 Private property. Stay off of public property Apr 6, 2012 8:19 AM
102 On private property that they own and pay property taxes on not on, no public
lots, streets, roads etc.
Apr 5, 2012 8:29 PM
103 Undecided Apr 5, 2012 5:44 PM
104 designated angled parking space - no time limit Apr 4, 2012 4:30 PM
105 areas near public spaces =parks, plazas, public bldgs. Apr 4, 2012 12:04 PM
106 Private lots I.E. Perkins, Banks & Churchs Apr 4, 2012 11:36 AM
107 Any public space that's not dangerous to bikes, pedestrians, and vehicles, and
doesn't interfere with flow of traffic.
Apr 4, 2012 10:12 AM
108 In specifically-designated food cart areas that are uniquely designed to cater to
this scene
Apr 3, 2012 10:23 PM
109 not sure yet. Apr 3, 2012 5:35 PM
110 Anywhere anytime Apr 3, 2012 5:17 PM
111 municipal or county building surface parking lot Apr 3, 2012 4:01 PM
112 parallel parking doesn't work for my vehicle. Pull in parking is the only thing that
works
Apr 3, 2012 3:29 PM
113 on the property of willing owners Apr 3, 2012 2:54 PM
114 anywhere they are not impeding the flow of traffic Apr 3, 2012 2:47 PM
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operating on, in, or from a public street. If food truck vendors are permitted within the public right-of-way, where
should they be allowed to operate?
115 on/near bike trails Apr 3, 2012 2:42 PM
116 public plazas Apr 3, 2012 2:41 PM
117 any where they want. I am tired of City regulations. We are regulated to death!!! Apr 3, 2012 2:38 PM
118 I don't support on-street vending Apr 3, 2012 2:36 PM
119 Not permitted Apr 3, 2012 2:21 PM
120 In 'pods' areas where several food trucks can operate as a 'food court'--in a
parking lot or on private land.
Apr 3, 2012 1:54 PM
121 Private property/parkingl lots when approved by property owner or leasee Apr 3, 2012 1:54 PM
122 How about Boulder? :) Apr 3, 2012 1:31 PM
123 create food court area for several vendors either public or private land. provide
picnic tables, port ajohns, etc. charge vendors for overhead
Apr 3, 2012 1:22 PM
124 I prefer to see them only on sidewalks Apr 3, 2012 1:17 PM
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Page 15, Q14. How far away would you want food truck vendors to operate from residential areas?
1 Food trucks should not be in residential areas where the traffic they create is a
nusiance and danger to kids
May 4, 2012 4:29 PM
2 Away from residential areas May 3, 2012 12:51 PM
3 There should be no distance restrictions. May 2, 2012 6:15 PM
4 Trucks should be in areas with high traffic and trash removal. May 2, 2012 4:40 PM
5 fAR ENOUGH AWAY AS NOT TO AFFECT RESIDENTIAL USES, I.E.
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC, PEDESTRIANS, BYCYCLES.
May 1, 2012 7:48 AM
6 1 Mile Apr 30, 2012 3:00 PM
7 At least as far away as restaraunts currently have to be - they don't belong in
neighborhoods
Apr 27, 2012 3:49 PM
8 I don't think they should operate in residential areas if those same areas do not
allow brick and mortar businesses and if there are no schools and parks nearby
(I would allow them near schools and parks)
Apr 26, 2012 7:17 AM
9 If in a high density, multi-use area (condos above businesses, etc), I don't think
this separation should apply. Most people live in those areas because they like
the "urban" feel of a real city. The food truck vendors is just one thing that
contributes to the urban feel.
Apr 23, 2012 3:27 PM
10 Not in or near residential areas. I lived in Anaheim, California for many years and
there were street vendors that would push carts and drive grocery vending trucks
through residential neighborhoods. You have not lived till the grocery truck pulls
up in front of your house and people and kids come and leave trash all over your
property. Do we really want to relax regulations that might allow this in our
neighborhoods?
Apr 22, 2012 7:20 AM
11 It depends on the situation. Apr 20, 2012 1:36 PM
12 about 500 ft from detached houses, no space limit for apts/condos, etc. these
folks already chose an urban atmosphere & should be ok w food trucks if they
are ok living near bars.
Apr 20, 2012 11:09 AM
13 limit number of trucks at any given time? Apr 18, 2012 9:39 PM
14 No residential areas Apr 18, 2012 8:42 AM
15 difficult to answer considering there are many apartments downtown. In general
would support some separation form traditional neigborhood areas by 200 feet?
Apr 18, 2012 8:13 AM
16 No food vendors in any established residential areas. (construction areas
exempt)
Apr 17, 2012 7:25 PM
17 Different opinion based on situation. For town home complexes i feel it's
different than in a single family home. Most sub divisions or town home
complexes would benefit.
Apr 17, 2012 5:20 PM
18 As far away as possible. There is no justification for Vendors in residential Apr 17, 2012 4:07 PM
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areas.
19 Well, no separation if they are coming through and selling, then moving on. If
they are staying parked an operating fro some lenght of time then some
separation is justified.
Apr 17, 2012 10:55 AM
20 one city block Apr 17, 2012 10:05 AM
21 They should not be operating on public rights of way. Apr 17, 2012 8:31 AM
22 I suppose it depends on the zoning of that area. Apr 17, 2012 5:37 AM
23 It depends upon the residential neighborhood. Apr 16, 2012 7:37 PM
24 fort Collins is far too much in reguloating what others just let happen Apr 16, 2012 4:17 PM
25 Could be times of the year that being in a residential area is appropriate, like
special events, roving burrito trucks... mmm.
Apr 16, 2012 4:00 PM
26 depends on the area Apr 16, 2012 3:39 PM
27 I am against ALL outdoor vendors. Apr 12, 2012 5:59 PM
28 can't picture trucks in residential areas Apr 11, 2012 8:41 AM
29 Would prefer no travelling trucks in residential, such as ice creams trucks;
stationary ok and preferably a part of an event (public or private).
Apr 10, 2012 11:09 AM
30 Should not be allowed to operate in residential areas. Apr 7, 2012 8:12 AM
31 Zoning!! Only in business or commercial areas Apr 6, 2012 9:27 PM
32 As long as they are not parked in front of someone's home for extended periods
of time (longer than 1/2 hour), I don't think it would be an issue - if they were
near a park, business, etc. that just happens to be in a neighborhood.
Apr 6, 2012 12:08 PM
33 As far away as possible Apr 6, 2012 11:59 AM
34 excluding ice cream trucks foor vendors should stay off the streets in residental
areas
Apr 5, 2012 8:30 PM
35 depends on HOA covenants Apr 5, 2012 5:06 PM
36 In parks near residential areas Apr 4, 2012 12:55 PM
37 City Parks, Golf Courses, Airports and Playgrounds Apr 4, 2012 11:37 AM
38 I prefer that Food Truck Vendors DO NOT operate in residential neighborhoods! Apr 3, 2012 4:05 PM
39 no separation but limit on duration, frequency; i.e. not all day every day in the
same place
Apr 3, 2012 2:45 PM
40 I don't support vendor operation in residential areas Apr 3, 2012 2:37 PM
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41 Food trucks should stay out of residential subdivisions. Apr 3, 2012 2:23 PM
42 There is no conflict with brick and mortar businesses...vending trucks cater to a
different crowd entirely. Ambience, cost, seating, time spent on location - these
are all variables and I don't feel that proximity to another food business will
impact revenue. The customers that purchase from either establishment are
obviously looking for different things .
Apr 3, 2012 2:15 PM
43 If it is a reputable business, I have not problem with them in my neighborhood Apr 3, 2012 1:55 PM
44 too complicated to define residential area. thre are residents in downtown. does
that make it residential?
Apr 3, 2012 1:23 PM
45 More than 400 ft - not in residential areas!! Apr 3, 2012 12:12 PM
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1 I see parks as more fitting thank schools May 4, 2012 1:19 PM
2 Parks yes, schools no. Operate no separation from park. May 3, 2012 10:06 AM
3 No separation at parks May 2, 2012 8:54 PM
4 no limit on parks, but maybe a good distance from schools May 2, 2012 8:48 PM
5 Not near schools, but parks OK to be close May 2, 2012 7:50 PM
6 Parks--fine. Schools--no way. May 1, 2012 3:56 PM
7 Food vendors should not be allowed to operate anywhere near schools. This
could pose both safety and nutrition health risks and compete with the work
that's being done to improve healthy foods in schools. Kids already have a hard
time making healthy food choices. Let's not tempt them further.
May 1, 2012 3:30 PM
8 No separation from parks, 100 feet from schools Apr 30, 2012 1:17 PM
9 I think there should be a distinction between schools and parks. Operate closer
to parks (parental supervision) than schools
Apr 30, 2012 9:06 AM
10 Not sure Apr 27, 2012 3:49 PM
11 Parks - No separation; Schools - 400 ft. Apr 26, 2012 5:43 PM
12 parks and schools by contract Apr 26, 2012 5:42 PM
13 no where near them Apr 25, 2012 7:27 PM
14 Food vendors will sell what sells. Carrots and broccoli will not be the selling item
of choice; It will be candy and toys. When I lived in Anaheim, California, candy
and toys were the primary item sold to the kids on my street. Do we really want
to relax regulations that might allow this in our neighborhoods, near our parks?
Apr 22, 2012 7:21 AM
15 allowed in parks and 100 ft away from schools. Apr 21, 2012 3:48 PM
16 I think they should be farther from schools than from parks. Apr 20, 2012 11:33 PM
17 out of parks except for events or festivals, no separation from schools- esp CSU Apr 20, 2012 11:10 AM
18 No separation from parks; 400' separation from schools Apr 20, 2012 8:37 AM
19 In parks not near schools. Apr 17, 2012 7:27 PM
20 I feel parks and schools are different. Schools generally provide food. If the
school allows kids to leave for lunch they would be better off in a lot of cased
eating from a truck at the school than walking to a fast food place, etc. It's safer
and generally a better quality of food.
Apr 17, 2012 5:22 PM
21 As far away as possible. There is no justification for Food Truck Vendors to
operate near parks or schools.
Apr 17, 2012 4:08 PM
22 Parks no separation / Not allowed near schools Apr 17, 2012 10:23 AM
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23 one block from schools. allow in city parks Apr 17, 2012 10:06 AM
24 They should not be allowe to operate on public rights of way. Apr 17, 2012 8:31 AM
25 Not sure if they ought to set up near schools. Apr 17, 2012 7:43 AM
26 No separation from parks, 400 ft. separation from schools Apr 17, 2012 7:25 AM
27 schools 100-foot, parks no separation Apr 16, 2012 4:19 PM
28 Most importantly kids (who are the primary population of parks and schools)
need to be protected against potential crimes against them. Street vendors
should be allowed to operate at sport parks during games and when you would
likely have adults present. For the public peace of mind background checks
should be mandatory and a certificate should be issued from the city which
should be within view on the cart stating the vendor is 'certified' to operate at
parks, residential areas, ect.
Apr 16, 2012 1:46 PM
29 Minimum of one block away, preferably more Apr 12, 2012 9:37 AM
30 Per wider rules about locations in public parking (time limited). Apr 7, 2012 8:13 AM
31 once again ZONING!!! These places are zoned residential for a reason. This is
no place for fly by night businesses to operate. If they want a restaraunt then go
open one.
Apr 6, 2012 9:29 PM
32 Vendors in parks sounds like a good idea; vendors near schools sounds less
appealing.
Apr 6, 2012 6:49 PM
33 400' from schools, no separation from parks Apr 6, 2012 1:45 PM
34 This would be too distracting for schools. Apr 6, 2012 12:00 PM
35 I think parks are OK. Not schools Apr 6, 2012 8:20 AM
36 Parks and schools should not be lumped - different audiences, no separation
from parks, but some separation from schools would be good (200'?)
Apr 5, 2012 10:43 PM
37 they should never be around schools most trucks provide foods that the schools
are trying to curb childern from eating already
Apr 5, 2012 8:32 PM
38 vetting should be priority so no pedophiles are enployed by vendors Apr 5, 2012 5:08 PM
39 It is to broad to answer and has to many variables. What does the food truck
offer, what school, park, etc...
Apr 4, 2012 6:49 PM
40 why is distance a factor Apr 4, 2012 12:06 PM
41 What is a safe distance given extra traffic? Apr 4, 2012 7:55 AM
42 It should be different for parks vs. schools. Apr 3, 2012 10:03 PM
43 Never be at schools......400 foot avg separation from parks Apr 3, 2012 5:29 PM
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44 Food Truck Vendors should not soliciate near parks or schools! Apr 3, 2012 4:06 PM
45 Not near schools, but no seperation in parks Apr 3, 2012 3:31 PM
46 No separation to parks, but maybe some separation from the schools Apr 3, 2012 3:02 PM
47 Operating in or near a park is fine. Operating near a school should depend on
providing healthy and affordable food choices for children/teens.
Apr 3, 2012 2:57 PM
48 More than 400 ft. Adding to traffic congestion where children are present is
irresponsible.
Apr 3, 2012 2:38 PM
49 School and parks should be a separte question. Parks yes, schools maybe. Apr 3, 2012 2:32 PM
50 within the park or school's parking lot. Apr 3, 2012 2:23 PM
51 need to explore understanding these issues more Apr 3, 2012 2:16 PM
52 Closer to parks than to schools is ok for me Apr 3, 2012 2:11 PM
53 VERY close to parks/further from schools. Apr 3, 2012 1:55 PM
54 I'm ok with them near parks, but not near elementary and middle schools. Apr 3, 2012 1:34 PM
55 I think 100-foot ave separation for parks and not allowed for schools unless on
premises and requested by staff
Apr 3, 2012 12:23 PM
56 No separation from parks. 400-ft separation from school. These 2 areas (parks
and schools) should be treated/regulated separately.
Apr 3, 2012 12:16 PM
57 Parks is one thing, schools is another. Near a park, fine. Near a school, not so
fine!
Apr 3, 2012 12:13 PM
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Page 18, Q17. Which of the following requirements are most important for food truck vendors to operate within
Fort Collins?
1 Consolidate food vendors into one location for competition, like Portland
downtown plaza
May 5, 2012 9:36 PM
2 Not in on street public parking. May 4, 2012 4:31 PM
3 Make sure the food is safe to eat May 3, 2012 1:07 PM
4 lived in cities with food trucks never a problem i chose when and what i
selected so its not an issue if more trucks in same area because it gives buyer
more selections and i never chose a restaurant over a food truck or food truck
over restaurant it usually came down to type of food time available that created
my choice
May 2, 2012 6:20 PM
5 GPS tracking so I can find my favorite food truck and tell if one is unlicensed May 2, 2012 10:32 AM
6 Provide healthier options for community members May 1, 2012 4:03 PM
7 Distance from schools May 1, 2012 3:57 PM
8 be delicious. May 1, 2012 1:43 AM
9 background check Apr 30, 2012 5:47 PM
10 Requirement they clean up after themselves, customers Apr 30, 2012 1:19 PM
11 public parking Apr 26, 2012 5:43 PM
12 There are important differences between food trucks like the type that service
construction sites and street vendors that sell any and all items. PLEASE be
sure to differentiate between the two. Food trucks have a valid role whereas
street vendors do not.
Apr 22, 2012 7:26 AM
13 usally they sell different menu items then restaurants. Apr 21, 2012 3:50 PM
14 I do not understand the 3rd item. Longer than what? Apr 20, 2012 11:35 PM
15 Look at what Boulder is doing with these businesses Apr 20, 2012 2:47 PM
16 ? Apr 20, 2012 9:01 AM
17 They should be able to prepare food in their truck/cart if it meets with health
inspectors regs.
Apr 19, 2012 1:57 PM
18 don't understand the 3rd question Apr 18, 2012 4:02 PM
19 Ability to control crowds and refuse. Apr 17, 2012 7:29 PM
20 Food Truck Vendors should not be allowed to operate within Fort Collins. Apr 17, 2012 4:10 PM
21 mandatory HAND WASHING. TODAYS vendors lacking. especially the ones @
home depot serious cross contanimantion concerns the city does not address or
enforce, as long as they have the money.
Apr 17, 2012 3:46 PM
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Fort Collins?
22 Background check Apr 17, 2012 1:51 PM
23 The market will determine the best location... government's job is to keep them
safe for those eating their products... don't preclude them from old town or
existing restaurants. I imagine a hotspot for these things will pop up and will
draw even more crowds to the area. Stop over-regulating and protecting fixed
location restaurants, they will not be harmed.
Apr 17, 2012 11:03 AM
24 organic healthy options Apr 16, 2012 5:08 PM
25 Leave it to the free market; market forces will determine how many restaurants
can operate in a given location, what they sell, etc.
Apr 16, 2012 3:44 PM
26 Noise control such as with loud music to attack people Apr 16, 2012 3:44 PM
27 If they are not preparing the items IN the truck itself, then they should have a
commisary or fixed prep location. But I am ok with them preparing food in the
truck itself if it passes inspection. Also, Thorough background checks for anyone
targeting children (ice cream trucks, cupcake trucks, icy/sno-mobiles
Apr 12, 2012 9:42 AM
28 clustered trucks have been very popular in other cities Apr 11, 2012 8:43 AM
29 Food Truck Exterior Cleanliness Apr 9, 2012 10:57 AM
30 Clean up site after vending or lose license Apr 7, 2012 3:42 PM
31 It drives me crazy to see Pizza Casbah operating in the plaza competing with
Beajos. A cupcake truck would compete with bakeries, BBQ compete with other
stick built restaraunts. If they want a ROACH COACH then go sell burritos at a
construction site.
Apr 6, 2012 9:33 PM
32 I love the idea of having a designated food truck vendor location, for several food
trucks to take part in (next to each other) like they do in Portland, Oregon. They
are highly used there on a daily basis by many local business workers, general
tourists, etc.
Apr 6, 2012 12:11 PM
33 Limit the amount of each kind of food vendor. Go build a restaraunt and not take
the cheap way out like a mobile unit.
Apr 6, 2012 8:23 AM
34 increase there taxes as they are mostly a cash business without property taxes Apr 5, 2012 8:35 PM
35 Health regs required same as restaurants Apr 5, 2012 5:09 PM
36 Trash mitigation Apr 5, 2012 11:28 AM
37 I'm in favor of less codes in life. I'm really trying to simplify my life, FTC is
regulation happy. It's getting kinda scary around here. George Orwell is alive in
FTC.
Apr 4, 2012 11:42 AM
38 Mobility - Not fixed to one spot Apr 3, 2012 4:27 PM
39 the outdoor vendor's license doesn't work well as it currently stands. It is a
nuisance and just a way for the city to make more money off of vendors. Just let
Apr 3, 2012 3:31 PM
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Fort Collins?
them work and then you will receive the tax money.
40 Bathrooms Apr 3, 2012 2:30 PM
41 Proximity to parks & areas where people gather. Apr 3, 2012 1:56 PM
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Page 20, Q19. If additional outdoor pushcart vendors were allowed to operate in the Downtown area, what is your
preference for locating these vendors?
1 Consolidate outdoor pushcart vendors into same area for competition and ease
of shopping by pedestrians
May 5, 2012 9:37 PM
2 vacant lot between maple and cherry and north of Sports Authority May 4, 2012 1:21 PM
3 In a public sidewalk location that wouldn't cause foot-traffic congestion May 3, 2012 12:55 PM
4 Old Town Square or Oak St Plaza May 2, 2012 10:44 PM
5 I just don't want them on the street or sidewalks impeding traffic and pedestrians Apr 27, 2012 3:50 PM
6 anywhere that doesn't interfer with traffic--people or cars Apr 24, 2012 5:20 PM
7 I would rather NOT see pushcart vendors in the downtown area or anywhere in
the city. The image of pushcarts is not one of a classy city deserving of a
“Choice City” designation. Look at New York, not the image I would like to see in
my mind when I think of Fort Collins.
Apr 22, 2012 7:29 AM
8 they are paying taxes and it easier for people with small children. Apr 21, 2012 3:51 PM
9 no preference Apr 20, 2012 10:11 AM
10 depends on location and its feasability Apr 19, 2012 6:31 AM
11 Areas like the square or the oak st plaza Apr 17, 2012 11:42 PM
12 Old town walking mall Apr 17, 2012 10:48 PM
13 Pushcart Vendors should not be allowed in Downtown. Apr 17, 2012 4:11 PM
14 Do not feel qualified to say Apr 17, 2012 2:10 PM
15 Monopolies are bad. Food for all. Apr 17, 2012 11:03 AM
16 Presently operate too late - past 2:00AM Apr 17, 2012 9:07 AM
17 Wherever they want to set up. Apr 17, 2012 8:23 AM
18 not in parking areas Apr 16, 2012 8:22 PM
19 Just let them sell tings to us. Other cities do it without micro managing. Apr 16, 2012 4:21 PM
20 I would support increasing the area to include all downtown Apr 14, 2012 12:45 PM
21 Parks Apr 12, 2012 6:05 PM
22 alleyways and empty lots downtown Apr 12, 2012 11:42 AM
23 The sidewalks are already congested. Also, I would hope these vendors are
vetted somehow to ensure they are selling quality goods, and not just some
Dollar Store on wheels, that would be an eyesore. But a quality local merchant
on wheels would be welcome.
Apr 12, 2012 9:44 AM
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preference for locating these vendors?
24 don't allow Apr 8, 2012 7:57 PM
25 Should not be permitted on public sidewalk. Navigation hazard. Any other
obstruction of public sidewalk is not permitted, so why should pushcarts?
Apr 7, 2012 8:15 AM
26 Push carts should be limited to size. Apr 6, 2012 9:34 PM
27 In Old Town Square and Oak Street Open Areas Apr 6, 2012 1:05 PM
28 A large area where several could park next to each other (library park, or a
parking lot, Old Town Square), etc. would be awesome! We love food choices
and work downtown, so this would make a quick lunch outdoors highly
appealing.
Apr 6, 2012 12:12 PM
29 The only way I would support more push cart vendors is if they operated after
10pm
Apr 6, 2012 12:03 PM
30 Pizza Casbah always blocks the sidewalk when unloading and loading for way
too long
Apr 6, 2012 8:25 AM
31 they need to buy or rent the area they are on, better yet get rid of the carts that
are already there
Apr 5, 2012 8:36 PM
32 In Old Town Square near the Bars Apr 4, 2012 7:32 PM
33 public plaza - spaces Apr 4, 2012 12:08 PM
34 on sidewalk but out of the way of walking traffic Apr 3, 2012 7:28 PM
35 Public Park or open space area Apr 3, 2012 4:27 PM
36 you would have to change the size restrictions for my trailer to be approved as a
downtown vendor
Apr 3, 2012 3:33 PM
37 Common areas away from foot/bike/vehicle traffic Apr 3, 2012 2:41 PM
38 Plaza Apr 3, 2012 1:36 PM
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Page 21, Q20. Please choose your most important requirements pertaining to ice cream truck vendors in Fort
Collins.
1 This question seems strange - why place these in order?? Should be do you
agree or not...
May 4, 2012 8:56 PM
2 No one with a criminal record permitted to operate as a vendor May 4, 2012 4:33 PM
3 some of these questions are loaded May 3, 2012 12:48 AM
4 Planned routes and GPS tracking so I know if one is going to come by, decibel
limits on music.
May 2, 2012 10:34 AM
5 Reduce volume of music--can be heard from more than 1/4 mile away now.
Shouldn't be allowed to continue playing music endlessly.
May 1, 2012 10:47 AM
6 I think ice cream trucks should be allowed longer than 15 minutes per stop. Apr 30, 2012 11:20 AM
7 not allowed to go through the same neighborhoods more than once a day Apr 30, 2012 10:03 AM
8 Hours of operation after school until dusk Apr 26, 2012 5:48 PM
9 Be allowed in Parks Apr 26, 2012 7:24 AM
10 The Ice cream man is an American tradition and should be allowed in residential
and commercial areas, BUT should not be allowed to "park." 15 minutes is a bit
long for any one location. The best solution is that they must turn off their music
upon stopping and must move on immediately after their last sale. Also they
must NOT block traffic or driveways.
Apr 22, 2012 7:36 AM
11 Reasonable volume for music alerting customers that the vendor is passing by Apr 21, 2012 5:11 PM
12 Limit volume of sirens, speakers, or other noise emitting devices Apr 20, 2012 11:51 AM
13 Health department inspection Apr 20, 2012 8:30 AM
14 They all should be a requirement! Apr 17, 2012 7:31 PM
15 Ice Cream Truck Vendors should not be allowed to operate in Fort Collins. Apr 17, 2012 4:13 PM
16 BG check, REALLY?? you have felons walking the streets and not in jail. so you
think a BG cherck will keep undesirables out of ft collins!!
Apr 17, 2012 3:51 PM
17 county food safety inspections Apr 16, 2012 6:28 PM
18 This question has no good answer. Let them go where they can sell and move
when no else shows up
Apr 16, 2012 4:24 PM
19 Ban ice cream trucks. Too dangerous for children. Apr 16, 2012 3:51 PM
20 change the operation within residential area time limit. We live within a complex
and on good days it can take more then 15 min to handle all the traffic.
Apr 16, 2012 3:47 PM
21 Ice Cream trucks in parks only, not on streets in residential areas. Apr 12, 2012 6:08 PM
22 maybe business's with parking lots will team up with outdoor vendors more Apr 12, 2012 11:44 AM
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Collins.
increasing business to both places and providing a spot in their lot for the vendor
23 If Walrus had an ice cream truck, that would be amazing! That is the scenerio
where we wouldn't want to limit the wares to prepackaged ice cream. However, it
would be a sorry state to have a vendor scooping out from a vat of Breyers.
Yuck.
Apr 12, 2012 9:46 AM
24 Shouldn't be allowed Apr 8, 2012 7:58 PM
25 Subject to Health Inspection Apr 7, 2012 3:44 PM
26 The ice cream business downtown is saturated, adding trucks that don't pay rent
will undercut the already saturated businesses that are here.
Apr 6, 2012 12:06 PM
27 limit the months and hours of operation they can work Apr 5, 2012 8:38 PM
28 Do not operate near elementary schools Apr 3, 2012 10:26 PM
29 I don't really have an opinion about this Apr 3, 2012 3:33 PM
30 Health inspection requirement Apr 3, 2012 2:44 PM
31 Not allowed in retail business area Apr 3, 2012 2:27 PM
32 I have never seen a ice cream going 25 or less, they speed through
neighborhoods!
Apr 3, 2012 12:37 PM
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1 The "Grease Trucks" at Rutgers University were always in the same location,
with several trucks always there. The trucks themselves rotated through different
vendors, but it was kept consolidated. This was in a big parking lot off College
Ave, easily accessible to students. As an employee of a Downtown business, I
would love to see a few foodtrucks in the SE corner of Oak Street parking lot –
those spots don't seem to fill up during the day anyway.
May 7, 2012 8:31 AM
2 Open before 8:00 am. May 5, 2012 5:21 PM
3 Outdoor vendors are the food providers of the 21st century. There should be no
distance limitation around other restaurants--it's free enterprise. Competition is
what keeps the industry strong. I was in the food industry for 25 years and
competition is what made us better. Complying with customary licensing, sales
tax payment and health dept. rules is what is paramount.
May 5, 2012 4:05 PM
4 Appropriately licensed and inspected outdoor food vendors should have an
opportunity to succeed. I don't understand why the city is trying to limited this
small business opportunity. Does the city government have some kind of
"incentive" to limit this business? Also, I think this survey is poorly written - the
questions are confusing and I think it will make the general public hesitant to
complete.
May 4, 2012 9:05 PM
5 We need more of this and less fast food crap. May 4, 2012 5:48 PM
6 We already have plenty of outdoor vendors on public property in the downtown
area. Please do not add anymore. Food vendors with the exception of ice
cream trucks should not be allowed in residential areas. Keep on the street
public parking available for public use - there's a limited amount of parking to
begin with. Food trucks would be unwelcome if they took up good parking
spaces. They would also strongly detract from the pleasant abiance of the
downtown area should they be allowed to park on the street.
May 4, 2012 4:37 PM
7 The outdoor vendors I support are either mobile ice cream or fixed sites on
private property, such as Home Depot. Fort Collins already has an abundance of
food/snack options. Adding outdoor vendors, especially in the downtown area, is
not worth the additional administrative, enforcement and site maintenance costs
and public resources they would require.
May 4, 2012 4:22 PM
8 I've always loved the Gyro cart on Mountain and College after the bars close.
These guys have quality food, operate at a convenient time and location and
always have a great attitude. They are a model of what I would like to see more
of in Fort Collins.
May 4, 2012 5:28 AM
9 Yes, Out door food vendors should not be restricted by regulations that wouldnt
threaten the public
May 3, 2012 6:41 PM
10 I think the city should make sure the mobile food vendors meet the regulations
regarding health and safety while allowing them flexibility to operate in as many
places as possible and more hours. Without changing the current rules, mobile
food vendors will eventually have to move to other cities to survive, preventing
fort Collins from taking advantage of the diversity and opportunities that Mobile
food vendors bring to cities. Fort Collins has a history of welcoming
entrepreneurs and small businesses, unfortunately the current regulations do the
May 3, 2012 6:41 PM
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opposite for mobile food vendors.
11 It's about time! May 3, 2012 2:03 PM
12 Would be lovely to have them. I visit Fort Collins often, and love having the
variety of foods readily available from a food truck.
May 3, 2012 1:16 PM
13 I like being able to purchase food from the outdoor vendors in Old Town. And I
think this would be a great idea if truck vendors could come out to foothills
campus on a regular basis since we don't have cafeteria or anything like that. I
would also welcome food trucks for vendors at parks, that way some of us could
just purchase food from them rather than having to pack food and prepare them
at parks.
May 3, 2012 1:01 PM
14 I believe that a limited number of licenses is reasonable. I don't want the
sidewalks and public parking spaces filled with vendors. I also don't want them
creating pressure on our local restaurants.
May 3, 2012 10:11 AM
15 I have no problem with food venders selling their goods in public areas as long
as they do not cause problems with established restaurants or their clientele,
block access to standing businesses,parking, sidewalks, parks etc. I do believe
though that they should not be allowed to establish a "set" area for business. If
they want a "certain area" to be their area of operation I do believe they should
be looking at a building and not operating a mobile restaurant.
May 3, 2012 10:06 AM
16 I think that they should be allowed around Fort Collins, with this town being a
college town and with the citizens being outdoorsy people there is a need for
outdoor vendors. Competition will not be a problem with restaurants that know
how to manage effectively and efficiently.
May 3, 2012 9:40 AM
17 Food carts are the bomb!! GO FOR THEM May 3, 2012 8:09 AM
18 Fort Collins can get more revenue, foster competition, foster growth, get more
food to more people, and obtain a more cosmopolitan atmosphere by allowing
truck and cart based food establishments to operate more freely in town. I have
traveled far and wide. These types of establishments add a lot of color and flavor
to a place.
May 3, 2012 12:52 AM
19 Food trucks will bring new varieties of food to Ft Collins and will promote a
communal atmosphere among diners
May 2, 2012 10:47 PM
20 They are great for our community ! May 2, 2012 10:36 PM
21 I support outdoors vendors, they provide a good source for food variety. the only
restriction is that the City will have to make sure the food is properly prepared,
under strict sanitary conditions.
May 2, 2012 9:11 PM
22 Food trucks add a lot to the culture of a city. Food is a HUGE business right now
and people (myself included) spend a lot of money reading about, following and
eating at restaurants that are delicious and offer amazing, memorable
experiences. Food trucks are part of that culture. Why not add to Ft. Collins that
extra enrichment that makes a city stand out and seem special? Food trucks
would seriously make Ft. Collins seem pretty darn cool. Go for it!
May 2, 2012 8:04 PM
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23 The popular parks in the city such as spring canyon park would greatly benefit
from properly regulated food vendors, as there are no nearby restaurants or
even gas stations to buy a snack. I believe that as fc grows, more mobile food
options will benefit the city...all large cities have them so i don't see why we
shouldn't!
May 2, 2012 7:16 PM
24 I would love to experience the food truck craze in my city and not have to travel
to other cities to experience it.
May 2, 2012 6:40 PM
25 It's a fantastic option for residents. Convenient and pleasant to be able to enjoy
outdoors and have food choices.
May 2, 2012 6:26 PM
26 Health inspections are primary! Let vendors rent private lots. May 2, 2012 6:19 PM
27 I'd like the taxes to be high enough that only good quality food vendors are
permitted.
May 2, 2012 10:36 AM
28 As the city looks to expand it's support of health and wellness in its comp plan, I
encourage decision makers to put the health lens on in addressing this issue.
For example, the schools have strict regulations about what food is offered to
children during the school day (for health reasons). Are we helping to support
this by allowing a barbecue Bob truck to park in the parking lot at a high school
when community efforts are being made to improve the offerings in our school
cafeterias?
May 1, 2012 4:02 PM
29 I think we should carefully consider how outdoor vendors align with the new City
Plan document section pertaining to safety and wellness. We value safety,
health, and wellness in our community and healthy vendors should get licensing
priority. With the increasing rates of diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and obesity,
our city shouldn't promote food vending that sells junk food. We should be
promoting our local healthy foods. Thanks!
May 1, 2012 3:36 PM
30 The number need to be limited so that the downtown isn't full of trucks. Don't
need to add to carnival atmosphere of downtown at night. Locations need to
take into account sight lines into public areas so that they don't create visual
clutter.
May 1, 2012 10:49 AM
31 When living and working (manufacturing - business park areas) in California,
food trucks came to the employee parking lots at break and lunch time. It was
convenient and they did a good business. I especially liked the morning break
truck with a grill in it where they cooked breakfast burritos to order.
May 1, 2012 10:09 AM
32 encourage small business and please try not to impose too much red tape! May 1, 2012 1:46 AM
33 I'm in support of more flexibilty for food vendors, as long as it doesn't get
overwhelming. The number of licences or places should be monitored so they're
not "on top of one another" or causing back-ups on roads for drivers.
Apr 30, 2012 11:09 PM
34 Could be great for the city if implemented properly. Apr 30, 2012 10:47 AM
35 Ice cream trucks go through my neighborhood time and time again during the
day, it gets annoying. I do love the bbq that is downa t recycle cycle and odells.
His food is great and i like having something that is home made avail while
Apr 30, 2012 10:07 AM
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downtown. Wish he was allowed to go more places. I also love the street
venders in dowtown. If there were more, like a crepe stop or homemade cookie
cart that would be fantastic. Nothing that could take away business from the local
shops. PLEASE turn down the icecream truck!!
36 This would be something great for the Mason Corridor in the future! Apr 30, 2012 9:08 AM
37 I think other cities have done some great things with outdoor vendors, it's time
we expand our scope.
Apr 30, 2012 8:43 AM
38 I would love to see Ft Collins establish a food pod like in Portland, OR. Food
Pods allow for an amazing variety of foods because start up and overhead are
so much lower, allowing more people to take risks with new and exotic foods not
yet in this market.
Apr 30, 2012 7:57 AM
39 I am not in favor of increasing food vendors. I find that they deter me from
visiting downtown due to the unhealthiness of the food being vended, the smell
and air quality the vendors emit. I wouldn't want them during the day and not
increased at night.
Apr 29, 2012 11:15 AM
40 there are really exciting food vendors expanding in the West -- allowing these to
grow in FTC would be great for the city's forward thinking image, and would
expand the creativity of food available here--i think it also adds street
atmosphere and excitement
Apr 29, 2012 10:29 AM
41 If they meet the same cleanliness standards as restaurants , let them set-up and
sell wherever and whenever there are enough customers to make it worth their
while. The city should stay out of it.
Apr 29, 2012 7:43 AM
42 Allowing food trucks would attract business to Fort Collins Apr 28, 2012 2:20 PM
43 PLEASE don't let this city be over-run by mobile vendors. I think they have a
place here, just not to the degree it may turn into - which is if a few are good,
then TONS MORE ARE BETT
Apr 27, 2012 3:52 PM
44 The time is right! Apr 27, 2012 11:45 AM
45 Outdoor vendors will bring variety to residents, shoppers, and employees of Fort
Collins/downtown. It will also be convenient for employees of downtown to have
restaurants that are not within walking distance to come around and offer options
for meals without having to get in your vehicle and waste time trying to park in
another part of the city. Bottom line is...open up the outdoor food vendors to
operate freely and make sure to collect sales tax and have regular health
inspections.
Apr 27, 2012 10:35 AM
46 Please ease the restrictions. I think most of us (potential customers) would
enjoy the accessibility and variety and the presence of the vendors would add to
the uniqueness of our town. Licenses could be apportioned to avoid too many
vendors of one kind if that ever became a problem.
Apr 26, 2012 5:53 PM
47 just want an opportunity , fair access away from established restaurants, after a
different clientel
Apr 26, 2012 5:47 PM
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48 Overall, I think vendors should be allowed in public parking lots and also food
vendors allowed in parks - always after obtaining a license. A license should
always be required for the purposes of knowing who is selling what where.
Apr 26, 2012 7:26 AM
49 I cant stand the new pedicabs!!!!! They are very rude and very inconsiderate!!!! Apr 25, 2012 7:32 PM
50 Outdoor vendors add interest, excitement, and fun experiences to any location in
Fort Collins. Allowing them to group together, to set up on public property--
particularly on plazas and in parks, is a draw.
Apr 24, 2012 5:22 PM
51 Properly permitted and inspected food trucks would be great for the Fort Collins
Economy given the location of the CSU campus and downtown areas. Please
consider expanding the freedoms of food truck operators
Apr 24, 2012 3:11 PM
52 I know this has nothing to do with city planning, but making one health permit for
the whole state of Colorado would be great- Denver and Larimer are separate
and Boulder has special 'farmer's market' laws that just make everything red
tape to jump through. Food truck owners are creating jobs, and paying taxes, so
it is a great way to stimulate the economy!
Apr 24, 2012 1:49 AM
53 I think they are fantastic during events downtown - - you may want to get
something to drink (especially if it's hot), or something to eat/snack on and they
provide that. I really like them during the French Nest Markets during the
summer - - it seems to give it a community, festive feel - - I know I stay longer
and enjoy the events. Plus, you are giving people an opportunity to earn a living
(pay more sales tax), and it just seems like a win-win!!
Apr 23, 2012 5:50 PM
54 I think food trucks & other mobile food vendors add a lot of vibrancy to a city, fill
a need for quick food, can operate with lower overhead (and pass those savings
on to the customer) and perhaps respond quicker to changing food tastes.
However, I certainly understand how existing restaurants must feel about
competition and I hope the city is investigating how other cities balance the
needs of brick & mortar business vs trucks/bikes.
Apr 23, 2012 2:48 PM
55 Not too many but all should be regulated with licenses Apr 23, 2012 9:22 AM
56 Take a look at the food culture in Fort Collins- We have great potential to support
this growing trend! I traveld to Portland OR. and was amazed at the community
support and thriving success of the many "pockets" of food truck communities.
This gives our FoCo foodies a chance to build a business without the overhead
costs of opening a resturant. Anyone who doubts this opportunity we have ahead
of us needs to visit Austin or Portland and see that this would be perfect for our
city! Forward thinking people, let's keep it going!
Apr 22, 2012 9:51 PM
57 I do not believe current restrictions should be loosened. Sited food providers
should not have to compete with mobile carts.
Apr 22, 2012 8:30 PM
58 Food truck vendors and pushcarts are greatly needed in Fort Collins because of
what they can offer. Thw town is in need of more intriguing flavors and ethnic
food types. Hosting already 2 major breweries and the launching of the shuttles,
Fort Collins needs a food truck for the safety of our citizens and for pure
enjoyment of unique, tasty and delicious food. It will only make Fort Collins a
more recognizable town for its fun and delightful amenities. Thank you
Apr 22, 2012 10:01 AM
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59 My dad has always said "if it ain't broke don't fix it." There does not seem to be a
problem with the current laws regarding street vendors, so WHY are you trying to
"fix" it! Look at other cities that allow street vendors and ask yourself, is this the
image I want for Fort Collins? I say NO thank you! Question 12 and 13 do not
have an "other" option or a "no time" which allows the survey to make it appear
that most respondents would like to have street vendors, which is not necessarily
the case.
Apr 22, 2012 7:44 AM
60 With small children it is a blessing to have food vendors aroun At leaast in parks
during weekends and holidays. Getting taxes and at east drinks in hot weater.
Apr 21, 2012 3:53 PM
61 I used to live in LA where they were common. I liked and from them. Apr 21, 2012 1:08 PM
62 I think increasing the amount of food vendors in the downtown area would add to
the vibrancy of Old Town; many cities have excellent mobile food vendors that
serve delicious, low-cost, freshly prepared foods.
Apr 21, 2012 10:49 AM
63 I did not check the 6pm-3am option of the previous two questions because I
think 3am is way too late, but I would support 6pm-8pm.
Apr 20, 2012 11:38 PM
64 I believe rules should be expanded from what they are now, but not too much
more. Thanks for address this issue
Apr 20, 2012 10:52 PM
65 Food Trucks are a wonderful way to bring people together in support of local
business and translates as success for the town itself!
Apr 20, 2012 5:01 PM
66 Please don't be too restrictive with regulations for food carts and vendors. Apr 20, 2012 2:15 PM
67 I think that we need more vendors and looser rules about where they can
operate.
Apr 20, 2012 1:39 PM
68 I would love to see more food trucks. Other cities have embraced their food
trucks and I think Fort Collins should do the same. If you don't believe me, ask
Tyler Florence.
Apr 20, 2012 12:14 PM
69 Please don't allow food trucks in Fort Collins. They are unattractive, difficult to
regulate, and the sidewalk vendors and restaurants are more than sufficient.
Apr 20, 2012 11:52 AM
70 My only concern is the trucks limiting parking access. Perhaps we need to
discover how other small cities are dealing with this issue?
Apr 20, 2012 11:18 AM
71 Outdoor vendors have the potential to add important services and vitality to the
downtown area and other areas where they would be permitted. Do not set a
limit on how many permits/licenses will be allowed as the free market will sort
that out based on the popularity and success of each individual vendor. Open
competition will be the best determiner of which outdoor vendors will ultimately
succeed or fail. Perhaps a periodic lottery for what are viewed as "prime
locations" should be used to rotate vendors month by month or quarter by
quarter to allow equal access to all vendors. It could be viewed as an equitable
approach to determining the site where each vendor is allowed and for how long.
Dick DeCook ddecook@comcast.net
Apr 20, 2012 10:26 AM
72 I Apr 20, 2012 9:48 AM
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73 Portland is famous for its outdoor vendors, having been there I can say we
frequented both the trucks and the restaurants.
Apr 20, 2012 9:31 AM
74 no Apr 20, 2012 9:03 AM
75 Stop trying to control them so severely and please everyone. Let them operate
as they do in hundreds of other cities and allow the market to determine if they
are successful or not. FC is known as a restaurant friendly town, well supported
by its citizens and visitors. We need to allow this type of enterprise to grow, as it
is so popular around the country. Look at San Francisco. Bigger yes, but very,
very compact and congested, with trolleys and light rail all over town. Yet food
trucks are allowed and inconvenience tolerated while allowing these vendors to
be successful, pay sales tax and provide vibrancy to the SF community. While
these will create competition for the permanent eateries, that is not a bad thing
and the variety and lack of "chain store" look and feel will be popular with FC
residents.
Apr 20, 2012 9:03 AM
76 Personally I like food trucks. It is a great way to get a quick meal, or try
something new while out and about. When I am in a downtown area shopping
and don't have time for a sit down lunch, I can grab something to eat, and then
continue shopping rather than cut the shopping short and head home because I
am hungry.
Apr 20, 2012 8:31 AM
77 We had a great food truck and cart scene in Oregon...I'd love to see more of it
here as well. Especially the ability for a food cart or truck to pop up around
larger businesses, this can greatly reduce vehicle traffic if people opt to walk to a
cart instead of drive to get lunch.
Apr 20, 2012 7:58 AM
78 I have lived in cities like Philadelphia that had wonderful food trucks. It was a
great asset. College students relied on them!
Apr 20, 2012 7:47 AM
79 It is hard to plan your business when you are applying for an outdoor vendor
license each season and you are somewhat unsure if you are going to get it or
not, hopefully historical uses will be respected.
Apr 20, 2012 6:47 AM
80 I think it is a good idea if it supports entrepreneurship and better food options in
Fort Collins. In cities like Portland, Oregon, food carts have become a well loved
part of their food scene. Having regulations that balance public health with
entrepreneurship would help make food carts a welcome addition to the Fort
Collins food scene. We also have enough tourism, especially a breweries, to
cater to people that want to balance food, alcohol and recreation.
Apr 19, 2012 2:03 PM
81 I have no problem with vendors in Parking Lots or Sidewalks. I don't want their
taking up my parking space on the street. While a sales tax license is a must, I
don't care about a vendor license. Larimer county health should monitor health
scores and post these scores at vendor site. This includes current restaurants
too! Overall, I would like to see the city make it easier to do business in Fort
Collins and stop with the over regulation of business. The city has done too
much over the years to retard business, it's time to get out of the way of these
vendors and other business people in general.
Apr 19, 2012 8:43 AM
82 Freedom of choice. Love the idea of new businesses. Apr 19, 2012 8:12 AM
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83 An increase in outdoor food vendors will elevate Fort Collins. They will be
another attractive atmospheric punctuation like all those uniquely painted
pianos. The added tax stream won’t hurt either.
Apr 18, 2012 10:42 PM
84 Portland, OR just intrigues me- both the bike culture and the food business. Apr 18, 2012 10:01 PM
85 Parks in the urban core are a great idea. Also, vendors could operate on certain
days to create a buzz of anticipation. Could add great vibrancy and variety to
our streets if done right
Apr 18, 2012 4:04 PM
86 Main concern with these vendors are food safety and ensuring they are
restricted from residential areas within the city
Apr 18, 2012 8:46 AM
87 I have never been to Fort Collins, but I think that it is essential to be able to get
food and coffee and icecream from outdoor vendors and they should be able to
go to the places/events that appreciate them being there
Apr 18, 2012 3:05 AM
88 Food trucks are the next step in bringing higher class cuisine to our town. With
less overhead and flexibility these vendors are able to bring us creative, fresh
eats. This new offering will pair nicely with the world class beers our region is
producing!
Apr 17, 2012 9:43 PM
89 Food vendors should never be allowed in public parallel parking spaces. Parking
is a huge contended issue, not to mention the hazards that it would create.
Apr 17, 2012 7:36 PM
90 Most venders if successful will look into opening a store. In the long run if a city
doesn't support these small businesses they will do business elsewhere (loss of
tax) and there will be no chance of them openening a B&M location due to
customers being in a different city or area and lack of city support which is both a
loss of revenue for city tax and loss of options for customers.
Apr 17, 2012 5:27 PM
91 No outdoor vendors of any type should be allowed to operate in Fort Collins. Apr 17, 2012 4:14 PM
92 Parks and Schools should be separated, as they are not the same type of
venues. Public right of ways should not be blocked, including sidewalks. Parking
in downtown is already an issue, and they should not be allowed to use any
public parking places.
Apr 17, 2012 3:20 PM
93 I think they are a great way to spread new and exciting local food all ovet the
city.
Apr 17, 2012 1:20 PM
94 I think it would be a great addition to Fort Collins. Apr 17, 2012 12:36 PM
95 Thank you for researching this business venture opportunity for our community! Apr 17, 2012 12:32 PM
96 Make it possible for them do business locally and fill a need. Apr 17, 2012 12:06 PM
97 Support small business! Apr 17, 2012 11:41 AM
98 I answered no opinion re. when vendors can operate. I would actually like to
narrow the time periods to 11a-2pm or 10p-3am. The time options provided
seem too long.
Apr 17, 2012 11:23 AM
99 Why should you limit operation from 3:00 AM - 8:00 AM in non-residential areas. Apr 17, 2012 11:07 AM
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If there is demand at 4:30 AM, then allow them. If the market doesn't demand
them at those hours, they will not be open.
100 A few comments on the survey. Firstly, it only asked about where the
respondent resides. But, food vendors are not just servicing residential residents,
they are servicing the community that works and plays in Fort Collins. There
should have been a further question about these classifications in order to rank
the importance of the responses as both categories contribute to the economic
success of the city. As usual with these surveys, a number of the questions
were poorly conceived and it was not clear whether multiple identical responses
could be given to a series of different questions, or whether grading between the
questions was required. The range of assumptions made by respondents will
seriously limit the validity of any interpretation of their combined responses.
Apr 17, 2012 11:01 AM
101 Always give heed to private owners Apr 17, 2012 10:28 AM
102 It seems like the tax and licensing fee revenues associated with responsibly
expanding street food vendor licensing in Fort Collins would be beneficial to City
revenue. Also, a vibrant, quality street food vendor marketplace would be
consistent with Fort Collins' positioning of itself as a bicycle/pedestrian friendly
city where arts, culinary/brewery culture, etc. is a way of life and viable cultural
export. I think the key here is to encourage opportunity and not over-regulate.
When people think about food carts, San Francisco often comes to mind--please
look at their approach and work to find ways that both encourage revenue
growth and enhance the market opportunities for good, diverse street food here
in Fort Collins. Thanks for asking the public for input on this issue!
Apr 17, 2012 10:28 AM
103 Creating a food truck has long been a passion of mine. Countless research has
led me to believe that Food Trucks are great for cities. I have geared my ideas
and research towards Denver due to the current restrictions in Fort Collins. I
look forward to the meeting on May 9th to discuss the future of Food Trucks in
Fort Collins. Feel free to send more information about this topic to
ajhume02@yahoo.com
Apr 17, 2012 10:15 AM
104 Relax. Just because it has wheels doesn't mean the City needs to go hog-wild
with policies and restrictions.
Apr 17, 2012 10:05 AM
105 I think it would be great if Fort Collins had more Food Trucks and Outdoor Food
Vendors.
Apr 17, 2012 10:04 AM
106 In addition to areas of town that are pedestrian-friendly, outdoor vendors could
be a great addition in other parts of town, where getting lunch means getting in a
car and driving somewhere. Think about how encouraging outdoor vendors
might help make an area more inviting, more friendly, less commuter-oriented.
Apr 17, 2012 9:59 AM
107 other cities are very successful with food trucks...I think we should look at Los
Angeles, San Francisco, etc. and see how wonderful and diverse these trucks
can be.
Apr 17, 2012 9:50 AM
108 I think the food truck trend is an opportunity to bring unique food choices to Fort
Collins residents. Although I am not a food truck owner myself, as an
owner/manager of a monthly special event during the summer (The French Nest
Market) for the past 3 years I have worked with a number of food vendors who
Apr 17, 2012 9:40 AM
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have not been able to keep their business open due to a lack of sales
opportunities. Their products were excellent and the demand for their products
was high, but they were unable to sustain their businesses operating solely at
special events. Several vendors told me they would like to be able to offer their
product for sale on a daily (or almost daily) basis, but they were unable to do so
because of restrictions by the City of Fort Collins (i.e., did not get one of the
yearly lotteried spaces in Old Town).
109 Allowed to operate too late for a select clientel who choose to trash area within
200 ft of the vendor at that late hour. Also a noise issue in that area around the
vendor at that late hour ie S College and Oak.
Apr 17, 2012 9:13 AM
110 It needs to be done with the least intrusion on normal travel routes, both roads
and sidewalks.
Apr 17, 2012 9:03 AM
111 Outdoor vendor have a lot to offer in different stye and tastes of food and they
hould not restricted from being able to provide that to the public. I think it would
be a great idea to let them opperate more freely and enrich our community.
Apr 17, 2012 8:30 AM
112 There are several areas that could really benefit from "roach coach" service,
such as Ranch-Way Feeds in north old town. Would provide food service to
working men who do not have access to lunch or other on site/close food
options.
Apr 17, 2012 8:27 AM
113 Government should not be in the business of regulating food truck vendors. Apr 17, 2012 8:24 AM
114 We should get out of the way of these small businesses and make it easy for
them to offer their products. Beyond health inspections and the same parking
regulations we all face, the city should not create additional burdens on these
business. If our market supports exponential growth in the number of food
trucks, learn from that. If this grows into a problem, then let's deal with the
problems not try to predict them.
Apr 17, 2012 7:53 AM
115 I would love to see more food trucks and push-cart vendors in Old Town. I think
it brings more options to our residents and tourists. It would mean more variety
and more economical flexibility when it comes to dining in FTC. However, I
definitely think it's possible to have too many, so we need to draw a line
somewhere.
Apr 17, 2012 7:34 AM
116 More food trucks will create a more diverse and interesting culinary scene in a
town that desperately needs a more interesting food scene.
Apr 17, 2012 7:13 AM
117 I would love love to see Fort Collins embrace the food truck movement. I am not
involved at all but coming from a city, food trucks are an amazing positive
influence to the local culture.
Apr 16, 2012 11:05 PM
118 Make it happen!! Seriously. Please. Apr 16, 2012 10:16 PM
119 Local store-fronts couldn't lose business unless they were dying already. The
people buying a Gyro may not be the same people buying $50-60 meals at
places like Jax & Austin's, but shouldn't we have that option? Both have their
place downtown & other commercial areas, in my opinion. The creativity that you
nurture in the craft beer industry needs to be duplicated in the food service
Apr 16, 2012 10:04 PM
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industry by allowing more food trucks. Beer drinkers on bicycles are more
dangerous than 20 people in line waiting to eat food from a quality vendor.
120 They bring a great vitality and specialty interest to Fort Collins. Our daughter
works in Austin, TX and we love going to the different vendors!
Apr 16, 2012 7:47 PM
121 More street food! Apr 16, 2012 6:39 PM
122 The code and requirements for outdoor vendors are too stringent and do not
facilitate their growth and success. Having outdoor vendors adds to the vibrancy
of the city and provides options for consumers. Let consumers decide who to
frequent - don't regulate operating times and locations so strictly. Supply and
demand. If permanently located food establishments are worried about
competition - they can get a mobile vendor booth.
Apr 16, 2012 6:31 PM
123 Food trucks are an attraction in Austin with great food. Very fun, close together,
tables etc. Someone should check it out and make then an organized attraction
in Fort Collins. I'm not for them all over the place but maybe one near Old Town
or center of town like Mall area.
Apr 16, 2012 6:24 PM
124 I support more outdoor vendors, but I'd prefer if they didn't play music (like an ice
cream truck). I'm picturing 10 carts/trucks all blaring some kind of annoying
music here.
Apr 16, 2012 6:12 PM
125 Food carts are a great resource for Fort Collins' citizens, students, and economy. Apr 16, 2012 5:55 PM
126 Seems like food trucks are a great way to generate commerce in a tough
economy. There are great businesses out there that may not be able to afford
rent on a permanent place, but still have a worth while product that could help
our economy in Fort Collins.
Apr 16, 2012 5:40 PM
127 I wholeheartedly support food trucks in Fort Collins! The variety of foods we will
be able to enjoy plus the added ambiance is much needed. Food trucks are one
of my favorite parts of other cities, and I think the creative, talented food
entrepreneurs in Fort Collins deserve to have the same opportunities.
Apr 16, 2012 5:12 PM
128 Please deregulate the food trucks as much as possible. I've lived in cities with a
strong food truck culture and the increased competition only benefits the
consumers. Citizens love living in places with a vibrant food truck culture.
Apr 16, 2012 5:11 PM
129 It would be a very cosmopolitan offering that is trendy and would enhance
downtown FC greatly.
Apr 16, 2012 5:09 PM
130 Let's just follow Portland's lead - they've done a great job and it really adds a
neat attraction as a tourist - I think a similar set-up would be great for fort collins!
Apr 16, 2012 4:51 PM
131 I've been waiting for the city to get behind food trucks for 2 years. I support any
decision that gets food trucks on our streets as soon as possible.
Apr 16, 2012 4:31 PM
132 Proposing typical Fort Collins over regulation Apr 16, 2012 4:25 PM
133 Food trucks are a great idea. Apr 16, 2012 4:24 PM
134 I love having outdoor vendors, not only for late night, but during the day. Larger Apr 16, 2012 4:21 PM
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cities have them and they are very convenient (and even fun) anytime of day. I
think many people that work, especially downtown, would frequent them for
lunch or snacks if they are close by and low(er) cost.
135 I think it's about time that Ft Collins opens up the fabulous phenomena of the
food truck industry--every progressive city has allowed these forward thinking
business people to be able to bring their product to very eager crowds. They pay
taxes, go through the same health requirements and it adds to the great
Downtown vibe that is hip, cool and a win-win for everyone--what has taken us
so long???
Apr 16, 2012 4:09 PM
136 I enjoy the food truck scene in SoCal and in NYC when visiting on business
and/or pleasure trips... having more available than the couple trucks on N
College would be awesome and bring good incremental sales tax revenue to the
city... besides just adding some more flair and spice to living here.
Apr 16, 2012 4:07 PM
137 It's hard enough to find parking in Fort Collins, so setting up food vendors/trucks
in parking spaces may cause problems.
Apr 16, 2012 4:04 PM
138 I think downtown we should be sensitive to brick and mortar restaurants which is
why I believe we should have a food cart lot where all the vendors go. I think we
should have way more pedicabs (rickshaws) than we do. Just got back from
Austin, TX and got toted around exclusively in a pedicab and loved it.
Apr 16, 2012 4:00 PM
139 I love having outdoor vendors! It gives Fort Collins unique dining opportunities
and unique small business opportunities!
Apr 16, 2012 3:57 PM
140 As long as vendors follow the City, County and State rules and regulation for
safety, I feel it is great that they are providing a NEED in Fort Collins!
Apr 16, 2012 3:55 PM
141 Fewer regulations, except when public safety is DIRECTLY involved, provide
more choice and more revenue to the city.
Apr 16, 2012 3:46 PM
142 Austin!!! It works so well there, and is an integral part of the culture. Apr 16, 2012 3:46 PM
143 Their success in other communities is evident -- let's do it! Apr 16, 2012 3:42 PM
144 I think this is am important issue for Ft. Collins to try and make the best
decisions and regulations. One thing to remember is if street vendors aren't
allowed in Ft.Collins public streets ect. the vendors (like myself) will find another
city to operate. Also setting parameters so you don't end up with hundreds of
street vendors because that's not good for 'brick and motor' businesses or
legitimate vendors, you can help regulate by requiring certain certificates so only
serious vendors are likely to move forward with the process and keep from
having people selling stuff all over the place. Probably a good idea to have a
curfew in residential areas so vendors aren't allowed to be there at all hours of
the day/evening/night. Looking at other cities who have adopted this and review
their rules and regulations. Thanks, Mary (owner of Go Go Snow Shack, a
mobile shaved ice cart). mary_riddell@yahoo.com
Apr 16, 2012 2:00 PM
145 Thank you for taking the time and interest to obtain input from the citizens! Apr 14, 2012 12:47 PM
146 Outdoor vendor trucks take away from the beauty of Old Town. Apr 12, 2012 6:09 PM
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147 Can't wait to see more creative food options in town! Apr 12, 2012 11:45 AM
148 I would love to see more food trucks around - especially in the summer. We have
so many festivals and events and our parks are always so busy, I think they
would be a great asset to our sales tax pool.
Apr 12, 2012 10:12 AM
149 The vendors should not block any food establishments, or have lines of people
such that traffic or pedestrian flow is inhibited.
Apr 12, 2012 9:49 AM
150 Coming from a city that thrives on its food cart business, I would love to see FTC
embrace that.
Apr 12, 2012 9:38 AM
151 I really enjoy the late night vendors in Old Town, would like to see more of them.
Really interested in vegan food!
Apr 12, 2012 9:23 AM
152 I like the fairly limited number of stationary vendors downtown (carts on corners
usually on weekend nights particularly after-hours of brick and mortar
restaurants food serving hours) and dont want to see dozens or more all the
time; however the current method limits competition and selection. Mobile
vendors, such as food trucks and cupcake cruisers would be preferred, esp
those that set up in a stationary location perhaps scheduled regularly (once a
week or so), or as they support other public/private events (breweries, spring
creek gardens, softball fields, etc).
Apr 10, 2012 11:20 AM
153 I am not a vendor; I think they are just cool and provide pleasure for the
community. I don't really undertsand all the tax and license issues just want to
have a unique experience when I come to Old Town and community parks.
Apr 10, 2012 10:21 AM
154 Food trucks are a great resource for those folks talented enough with the
culinary arts to make their skill and passion more available to the public with out
having a brick and mortar business. Major metropolitan cities are having huge
success with food trucks, some even more popular than many restaurants.
Apr 10, 2012 10:12 AM
155 Food truck vendors are growing in popularity in every city. I live in Denver and
food trucks are a huge part of local business. I think it's very important to support
them!
Apr 10, 2012 10:09 AM
156 Care should be given as to any regulations or laws for these vendors. Every
situation is unique, and these applications should be evaluated on a case by
case basis also factoring in the unique needs of each of these vendors before
simply denying applications based on a set of rigid criteria. Brick and Mortar
businesses may complain about unfair competition, but competition is always
good in free enterprise. Offering more choices to the public is in the best interest
of the public, I feel. Brick and Mortar businesses have substantial advantages
over Mobile vendors as well. So argument over unfair competition and such, cuts
both ways. Ultimately the citizens and the city benefit from increased sales tax
revenue. Less government is healthy for everyone. Any regulations or laws for
these outdoor vendors should be implemented in such a way that streamlines
the process and expedites the issuing of any licenses or permits. This process
should not be a roadblock to doing business in the city but rather a fair and
relatively easy process. As for background checks for these mobile vendors. I
am assuming that the city is referring to the mobile vendor's employees. If that
is the case, that should be left up to the business owners. That is not the city's
Apr 9, 2012 11:46 AM
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role under any circumstances. Regarding background checks for mobile vendor
business owners, that is definitely NOT appropriate. No background check is
required for a brick and mortar "Ben & Jerry's" business owner or her
employees for example. As far as I am concerned that is definitely "off the
table".
157 Should not be allowed. Store front owners have a hard enough time keeping
their doors open and pay a lot of money to operate their business. We waiting
over a year to get our storefront. Others should have to wait too. If they are
allowed, they should haave to pay at least an average of what store front owners
for their space.
Apr 8, 2012 8:02 PM
158 I do not want to see these vendors taking parking spaces or on the public
sidewalks; however, this is a trend in other Cities that have carts converge on a
parking lot for a period of time and social gatherings happen because of it. I
think a certain demographic of FC would really like this and we should consider
it. I have had some bad experiences with carts leaving their food waste on the
sidewalk outside our store and thank goodness that cart it no longer there. I had
to complain quite a few times for it to be moved. Please consider the clean up
as part of these carts obligations.
Apr 7, 2012 3:48 PM
159 In general, I support the idea of food trucks. It works well in urban areas like
Portland (which has become famous for them), in adding a cosmopolitan flair,
color to the community, and interesting and more diverse food choices. They just
need to be regulated in terms of licensing, insurance, health codes and so on in
the same way as other businesses. With exceptions for special events, I believe
that they should be limited to operate only from single public parallel on-street
parking spots (serving customers on the adjacent curb), and should not be
allowed to spill over in to multiple parking spots, or be allowed any favor in terms
of parking time limits or costs. For public parallel parking spots (typically away
from Downtown) that do not have parking time limits, some time limit and
allowable return period should be set to prevent permanant fixtures. Trucks
should not be unfairly treated in terms of separation requirements (which as
noted, are not currently imposed on brick-and-mortar businesses), but to avoid
being able to park right on the doorstep of an exiting business, should be
required to maintain a separation similar to that of the building to building
separation of businesses in the particular area. I don't believe that food carts
should have access to public side walks, or be allowed to operate in residential
areas (except for mobile/roaming ice-cream truck style carts).
Apr 7, 2012 8:41 AM
160 I visit Old Town very regular with my family for Carriage rides and Ice Cream. I
would never buy Ice Cream from a truck! I support local business that operates
with integraty. I would never ride on a carriage other than Colorado Carriage and
Wagon. They are so safe and are the upmost friendly people EVER!! I feel the
pedicabs constantly are honking there little horns begging for business by yelling
that they are free. If people wanted to ride them thay would have people
standing in line for one. The bar bicycle is constantly taking up usefull parking
trying to drum up business. Pizza Casbah is always driving on to the sidewalk,
parking there for hours. I feel the city is loosing grip of these vendors and
allowing more is just asking for a "market area" Keep the few we got that do
such a great job that attract people like the horse and carriages and do not let
the ones that deter people away allow to operate out of a truck.
Apr 6, 2012 9:45 PM
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161 The presence of multiple food carts seems to improve business for all the carts
in an area. However, there is probably a saturation point. My sense is that Fort
Collins has not yet reached that saturation point. Food trucks that serve at
multiple locations sounds like a positive development. I feel that respecting the
locations of existing restaurants is very important. My fervent hope is that
existing vendor sites remain, but that more opportunities for mobile food
enterprises can can added, in a fair competitive environment.
Apr 6, 2012 7:04 PM
162 These are ok for festival/special event type operation. It hurts business owners
(primarily restaurants) that pay property tax and hire a labor force to allow trucks
to operate in close proximity to their businesses. Estes Park has a great model,
they allow vendors, but not within a protected "business corridor" to prevent
damaging businesses that are year-round. Food trucks are great but the brick
and mortars should have some protection.
Apr 6, 2012 1:51 PM
163 Legalize Freedom - Apr 6, 2012 1:16 PM
164 As mentioned before in 'other', my husband and I would both love to see more
outdoor vendors (regulated and health inspections of course) anywhere in Old
Town, like the empty city block on the corner of Riverside/College. If the city
purchased this block, that would be a great location!
Apr 6, 2012 12:15 PM
165 We feel that Fort Collins is too small for outdoor vendors at least in the
downtown area...which is small! Essentially, every ice cream cone, hot dog,
sandwich, egg roll, etc., sold by a mobile cart, takes a lunch, dinner or breakfast
away from businesses that located and put a lot of equity into their shops and
restaurants. We don't want to leave downtown, but the backlash could force
many of us to vacate our stores.
Apr 6, 2012 12:11 PM
166 We love taking a carriage ride in Old Town with Colorado Carriage and Wagon.
They are the best at what they do. I am so tired of pedi cabs begging for
business! They need to get a real job and quit begging!
Apr 6, 2012 8:28 AM
167 This is the wave of the future and people are into it. Let's make our codes not be
a barrier to being able to have these businesses operate.
Apr 5, 2012 10:46 PM
168 Vendors in the downtown area have brought more negative then positive impact
on the area. Trash has increased, crowds hanging around on the streets after
the bars close has greatly increased. Damage to private and public buildings
and property has increased. I hear and see nothing but negative associated with
the downtown vendors. The fact that a death (murder) happened on the corner
of an old town street at a food cart is proof that these carts are a gathering place
that is unsupervised and has no business being open. Hopefully the City
realizes that property owners thoughout Fort Collins are not happy with the low
taxes, no property taxes for using the cities streets that we all pay for and the
lack of restrictions have left a bad taste in several business owners mouths.
Look around oldtown and see that some business are having to spend more
money to protect there businesses and customers because of the increase in the
damage and trash left behind over thepast few years. Is it related who knows
but it has increased as the vendors have. Thank you for taking the time to put
out a survey. We often talk about the crowds of often intoxicated individuals
standing around as we drive home.
Apr 5, 2012 8:57 PM
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169 Free Enterprise - Let's not have a ton more regulations as long as public welfare
and safety is met.
Apr 5, 2012 5:11 PM
170 I feel the growth of food vendors in this community is a step in the right direction
as it opens up more options for local consumers while providing employment
opportunities to those in desparate need of work. With proper regulations in
place, this could be a great economic boost to the city of Fort Collins.
Apr 5, 2012 10:13 AM
171 I believe the addition of outdoor vendors in Fort Collins is great for the growth of
our local economy. These types of vendors have done very well in other parts of
the country and have become a fixture in those communities.
Apr 5, 2012 10:13 AM
172 I would love to see more food trucks in this city, as a student, a tax-paying citizen
and a person living in the old town area
Apr 4, 2012 7:34 PM
173 Have more of an open mind and use some common sense. I proudly graduated
from CSU and have owned and operated two local restaurants. I love Fort
Collins! Unfortunately, I am in the process of relocating and pursuing a mobile
kitchen elsewhere. Thus far, the City has been close minded and unwilling to
support local entrepreneurs wishing to expand the culinary experience of this
wonderful community. I am happy to see that there are some new
considerations.
Apr 4, 2012 7:06 PM
174 i think this town is a great candidate for being a "food truck" town. as long as
reasonable health-codes are being observed and traffic isn't affected *too* badly
(you've got to give some in order to have a cool food truck culture), i am for it.
i've eaten from trucks quite a bit in other towns; sometimes off the street, in the
square, and often there is a number of trucks found in a fairground space or
public parking lot. i would suggest some consulting from a town like this.
Apr 4, 2012 4:44 PM
175 I wish we had coffee and fresh-juice carts. Apr 4, 2012 4:34 PM
176 changing lifestyles and attitudes require us to consider the alternative choice of
vendors It must be fair and not overly restrictive to new entrepreneurs.
Apr 4, 2012 12:14 PM
177 This is a long time coming! Let's not delay this any longer. Apr 4, 2012 11:47 AM
178 Outdoor vendors provide much needed variety and convenience when selecting
options for lunch time meals. They are local and most support local businesses
along with a fun and customer friendly atmosphere.
Apr 4, 2012 10:41 AM
179 Having more options and more healthy competition in this area can only benefit
the citizens of Fort Collins. As long as reasonable safety precautions are in
place, such as food handling regulations and not impeding pedestrian, bicycle, or
vehicle traffic, I applaud opening the field to a wider array of vendors and
locations.
Apr 4, 2012 10:20 AM
180 The mobile food truck will be good for convenience and variety. Love to see
them.
Apr 4, 2012 9:57 AM
181 I'm concerned about more stuff on the sidewalks downtown. Given all the
outdoor patios, it's already hard to walk down the sidewalk sometimes. I think
pedicabs to get people around downtown are a great addition.
Apr 4, 2012 7:59 AM
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182 I wish our town had more of these. I have seen food carts done well in other
cities -- Portland being a notable exception -- and they add a tremendous
amount of flavor (literally and figuratively!) to the cultural scene. It seems to
work best when food carts are in designated, specially-designed areas (e.g.
private parking lots converted to semi-permanent cart presentations) so that they
can offer limited seating, waste collection and removal, and are controlled. This
also allows the city to control the permitting process, so that food carts don't just
land next to established permanent restaurants. Food carts present interesting
and dynamic do-it-yourself business opportunities for those with the inclination,
which fits very well with Fort Collins residents' attitudes and style.
Apr 3, 2012 10:32 PM
183 I think outdoor vendors would enrich our community more, but I think the city
needs to be careful about making sure the trucks are keeping up with food safety
and sanitation issues just as they would with restaurants. I also think having a
vendor's license and making it visible will be important so that people know the
city is aware of a food vendor's presence in the city.
Apr 3, 2012 7:33 PM
184 As a retailer, my greatest concern is that carts are not competitive to established
operating businesses. Last summer a jewelry cart was outside my door in direct
competition to me. Respect for established rent paying businesses needs to be
priority...
Apr 3, 2012 7:05 PM
185 I would like to see alot more. Apr 3, 2012 6:44 PM
186 I work in Fort Collins, and would love the opportunity of the food trucks. Loved
them in Portland, easy access to great foods, not as costly as restaurants, and
Fun!
Apr 3, 2012 6:05 PM
187 To have more vendors would be good...always nice to support local, small
businesses....but all things in moderation....not so many that it ruins the charm of
our city!!
Apr 3, 2012 5:33 PM
188 Do not allow any type of music to be played from those vendors. Ice Cream
truck songs are annoying. And a lot of festivals some trucks play loud music.
For Fort Collins, please disallow that.
Apr 3, 2012 4:29 PM
189 I do think that background checks are vital for the safety of the citizens and
children!
Apr 3, 2012 4:11 PM
190 It has been a hard time for me as one of the "trailblazers" in this arena. I have
had full support from the health department and have been clobbered by the
zoning department. Despite what the zoning department thinks, we are not the
cause of urban blight, and if you "do it right" - liability insurance, health
department approval, and top quality food, I think that there should be more
openness to this idea. Hopefully, this survey will ultimately result in more
opportunities for good food vendors. I think that the outdoor sales license is
unnecessary. It never really gives the vendor a chance to know if their location
works. Loveland doesn't require it, and it is just a bureaucratic hoop to jump
through.
Apr 3, 2012 3:38 PM
191 I think its great to have these vendors when the bars and clubs close in Old
Town when there are no restaurants open besides fast food. Its part of the
reason why I love Fort Collins. If I am up and hungry, I will sometimes drive to
Apr 3, 2012 3:27 PM
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Old Town just to get a late night gyro.
192 allow them to operate. It would bring another type of culture to the downtown
area...
Apr 3, 2012 3:08 PM
193 Fort Collins has such a great food culture, it's only natural to expand that by
allowing food trucks to create another unique and fun element to the Fort Collins
community.
Apr 3, 2012 3:06 PM
194 Outdoor food vendors provide a great way to enjoy the outdoors during our 300
days of sunshine! Plus with lower overhead costs, outdoor vendors are more
affordable. I've also noticed that food trucks (especially in Denver) tend to
provide better quality and more diverse food choices than traditional restaurants.
Perhaps Fort Collins can do something like Denver does in the summer, where
all the trucks can congregate in a local park. Denver has a food truck event
every Tuesday and Thursday in Civic Center Park between Memorial Day and
Labor Day and it's fantastic!
Apr 3, 2012 3:01 PM
195 Outdoor vendors are subject to market pressures just like fixed based vendors.
Good ones will be able to make a good business. Please let us have the fun that
other places are having with great food in mobile locations.
Apr 3, 2012 2:58 PM
196 understand why background check shows up for ice cream trucks but should
apply to all if applied to one; for private lots, owners should be able to establish
hours as they have the liability
Apr 3, 2012 2:50 PM
197 Enncourage vendors who offer unique, high-quality food items. Vendors should
add to the interest and quality of life of our city rather than just be allowed to
crawl around it by law.
Apr 3, 2012 2:47 PM
198 How does Denver do it? Apr 3, 2012 2:43 PM
199 The more the merrier, get with the ages! Apr 3, 2012 2:41 PM
200 I work in Boulder and highly enjoy the outdoor vendors that park near my work. Apr 3, 2012 2:36 PM
201 Established brick and mortar business owners have a huge investment in their
building as well as ongoing fixed costs such as utilities, insurances, etc. These
businesses need to be protected to insure there viability or we will have empty
buildings in the downtown area as well as the south corridor. Many of us are
working on small margins to begin with and need the city to help protect our
investment in Fort Collins.
Apr 3, 2012 2:33 PM
202 I like the idea of food trucks.. some of the best Mexican food in town is at the
Food Truck at AutoZone near Jax... I like them being nearby parks
especially...YES is my vote for Food Trucks!
Apr 3, 2012 2:32 PM
203 With so much to do in Fort Collins, sometimes it would be nice to not have to
visit a restaurant, but rather have street food ready at hand~
Apr 3, 2012 2:26 PM
204 As an existing restaurant owner, I'm admittedly biased. I do think however, that
a significant amount of weight should be given to the impact this will have on our
existing restaurants. Fort Collins is Northern Colorado's only successful
Apr 3, 2012 2:19 PM
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downtown for a reason. The mix of locally owned restaurants, shops, and
taverns creates a vibrant, fun, and exciting environment for shoppers and diners.
It's easy to see that many restaurants are successful on a June Saturday when
Old Town is packed. What people often fail to realize is that we also have to be
open on Mondays in January when Old Town is a ghost town. Even during slow
months I continue to employ a large staff and contribute to the sales tax base.
Food carts and street vendors can cherry pick our prime time of year and detract
to the overall experience that is downtown. A hot new restaurant or cool new
boutique can draw traffic to downtown collectively benefitting everyone. A food
truck or cart simply poaches customers that the DBA, DDA, and member
businesses have been working for years to bring downtown. There are several
restaurants downtown that are close to being empty storefronts after three
challenging economic years -- nobody wants downtown to resemble a Longmont
or Greeley. I'm sure the parking issue has been raised, Fort Collins has lost far
too many customers Centerra and the like -- we cannot make a big problem
bigger. Another issue are the "late night food carts" that encourage drunks that
would normally be on their way home to congregate on city streets. FCPD
needs those people safely and quickly out of downtown when thousands of
intoxicated people spill into the streets once the bars close. Thanks for soliciting
feedback on an issue that has a huge potential impact on our downtown. If I can
provide additional perspective, my cell phone (it's 303, but I live in FC):
303.809.8799. - Jake Fitzsimmons
205 We need more food trucks! Apr 3, 2012 2:18 PM
206 I think considering a monthly event where the streets allow all the vendors to
come vend might be a cool monthly event and aliviate the daily use of street
space. "Mobile Thursday!" "Eat on the Streets".... And having mobile and cart
vendors can compliment the area/bricks and morter restaurants and the variety
of food offered, but there could also be too many, unattractive operations, and
could detract from customer parking and area attractiveness.
Apr 3, 2012 2:09 PM
207 I feel it's really important to have a thriving food truck community in Fort Collins.
They would be a wonderful addition to City Park and our local food industry.
Supporting them would also provide an economic boost for the city.
Apr 3, 2012 2:07 PM
208 I personally would love to see the option for more food truck vendors to operate
all over Fort Collins!
Apr 3, 2012 2:03 PM
209 Food trucks add to the cultural value of Fort Collins. Apr 3, 2012 2:02 PM
210 One thing not mentioned that would be important, regardless of location, is a
noise restriction. I'm fully supportive of food trucks on both public and private
property, but I don't want to have music blaring that impacts other experiences
going on around me.
Apr 3, 2012 2:02 PM
211 I have recently traveled to Portland, OR where there is a HUGE food truck
industry. It makes the city more vibrant, and we often sought out unusual food
from specific trucks. In Portland, there were often 'pods' which were mini 'food
courts' where 8-10 carts would gather in an area and sell a variety of food.
Because FoCo has only a few restaurants offering vegan/vegetarian food, that is
a cuisine I would like to see represented in the food cart offerings. It would be
great to have more healthy options in FoCo.
Apr 3, 2012 2:01 PM
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212 It's a growing industry that spurs on culinary creativity and would allow for more
income for the city as well. Cities all over the country have had success without
negatively affecting surrounding businesses, and have had positive effects on
local businesses in a lot of cases. Makes sense with our outdoor, patio culture
here.
Apr 3, 2012 1:59 PM
213 Fort Collins is only missing two things: a light rail system and food trucks Apr 3, 2012 1:58 PM
214 Allowing more vendors downtown takes away from the upscale feel that we are
building. There is a place for them, just not in our immediate downtown area.
Apr 3, 2012 1:38 PM
215 I think outdoor vendors could coexist with existing establishments and offer
citizens more choices and convenience, particularly at events not serviced
currently by food providers of any kind.
Apr 3, 2012 1:37 PM
216 I think most of the questions in this survey were double barreled and against
food trucks. Incredibly biased. We are a thriving community and I hope you
realize more business is good business and stop stiffling the mobile food
industry.
Apr 3, 2012 12:39 PM
217 Well run food trucks are the mark of a truly vibrant and diverse city. Fort Collins
would do well to look at cities like Athens, Ohio which encourages food trucks
near the university and professional areas for lunch, dinner and after hours.
These food trucks are an institution and have been for decades.
Apr 3, 2012 12:37 PM
218 Food trucks are a growing industry in the US and it seems Fort Collins is on the
rise for a growing trend. It seems instead of getting rid of the possibility of
growing the trend there should be well defined rules to allow more that would
increase the quality of life within and around Fort Collins along with generating
Tax Revenue!
Apr 3, 2012 12:28 PM
219 I really like the idea of having more food truck vendors since that would be a
good way for different types of food to be available since there is such limited
space in fort collins and especially in down town fort collins.
Apr 3, 2012 12:24 PM
220 Love em! Apr 3, 2012 12:21 PM
221 Keep it clean and classy. too many carts and trucks will detract from our Choice
City.
Apr 3, 2012 12:16 PM
Outdoor Vendor Study
May 9, 2012 Public Open House Responses
(Attended by 27 individuals which included 10 vendors and 17 non-vendors)
PUSHCARTS Support Against
(Proposed Regulations)
LOCATIONS
Downtown public sidewalk with Downtown Concession Agreement 3 0
Private property with permission by owner - site improvements not required (one vendor type
per lot) 70
Allowed at sponsored special events 6 0
Multiple approved locations with license 2 *2
DDA manages vending locations in Old Town Square 2 1
HOURS
Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00-7:00 a.m. 1 1
REQUIREMENTS
License required - fee is $60 for 6 months and $120 for 12 months 7 0
County Health Inspection required 6 0
Liability Insurance required 5 0
MISCELLANEOUS GOODS & SERVICES Support Against
(Proposed Regulations)
LOCATIONS
Private non-residential lot with permission by owner - not required to do site improvements,
citywide 50
Downtown with a Downtown Concession Agreement 6 0
Allowed at sponsored special event 6 0
Multiple approved locations with license 6 0
HOURS
Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00-7:00 a.m. 4 0
REQUIREMENTS
License required - fee is $60 for 6 months and $120 for 12 months 7 0
Liability Insurance required 7 0
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Support Against
(Proposed Regulations)
LOCATIONS
Citywide, in non-residential areas 0 1
Downtown with a Downtown Concession Agreement for fixed locations 3 0
Multiple approved locations with license 2 1
HOURS
Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00-7:00 a.m. 1 0
REQUIREMENTS
License required - fee is $60 for 6 months and $120 for 12 months 5 0
Liability Insurance required 4 0
OTHER
Not allowed on sidewalks 70
Must not obstruct the flow of vehicular, bicycle or pedestrian traffic 4 0
Must follow all vehicular regulations 3 0
*Recommendations that received negative input (see yellow highlighted cells)
ATTACHMENT 4
Outdoor Vendor Study
May 9, 2012 Public Open House Responses
(Attended by 27 individuals which included 10 vendors and 17 non-vendors)
FOOD TRUCKS Support Against
(Proposed Regulations)
LOCATIONS
On-street in legal parallel parking space in all non-residential zones, citywide. 9 0
Private property with permission by owner - not required to do site improvements (one vendor
type per lot) 10 0
Approved Downtown public lots with Downtown Concession Agreement 11 0
Multiple approved locations with license 9 0
Allowed at sponsored special event 9 0
HOURS
Cannot operate between the hours of 3:00-7:00 a.m. 3 1
BUFFER
200 foot separation requirement from brick and mortar restaurants and schools 6 *5
REQUIREMENTS
License required - fee is $60 for 6 months and $120 for 12 months 13 0
County Health Inspection required 8 0
Liability Insurance required 5 0
OTHER
Must vend toward sidewalk 3 0
NEIGHBORHOOD FOOD VENDORS Support Against
(Proposed Regulations)
LOCATIONS
Allowed to vend on residential streets 5 0
No vending within 200 ft. of schools 3 0
Multiple approved locations with license 3 0
HOURS
Operates between the hours of 8 a.m.-8:00 p.m. 2 *2
REQUIREMENTS
License required - fee is $60 for 6 months and $120 for 12 months 5 0
Liability Insurance required 5 0
County Health Inspection Permit required 6 0
OTHER
Must not stop for more than 15 minutes at a time 0 *3
Must vend toward sidewalk 3 0
Must work out of a commissary unless vending prepackated food 3 *2
Must operate within noise ordinance guidelines 4 0
FEEDBACK ON QUESTIONS Support Against
Currenty, outdoor food vendors are allowed in parks only if part of a special event agreement.
Would you support allowing food truck vendors to operate within parks anytime(not part of
special events)? 11 *4
Currently only ice cream trucks are allowed on residential streets. Other businesses provide
products by delivery such as groceries, dairy, and pizza. Would you support allowing both ice
cream and other food trucks within residential neighborhoods? 7 0
Outdoor Vendor Study
Table-1 Comparison of How Other Cities Regulate Outdoor Vendors
November 10, 2011
Community Zoning Districts
Where Permitted (Trucks)
Separation Requirements (Trucks) Other Operational
Requirements/Fees (Trucks)
Ice Cream Trucks Pushcarts
1. Fort Collins, CO Private property: All zoning districts
except residential and downtown
plan area. Zoning Use (Fast Food
Restaurant)
No vending around schools, parks (without
permission)
Restricts license to one location.
Outdoor Vendor License and permit
required, and liability insurance
Mobile vending in
residential areas only.
Allowed in downtown plan
area with concession
agreement from DDA for
sales on public sidewalks in
certain locations.
2. Aurora, CO All zoning districts except residential 1,500 feet from another “temporary outdoor
business”
3. Boulder, CO Private property: mixed-use,
business, downtown.
Public ROW: industrial
Public property: airport
150 feet from residential districts and restaurant,
200 feet from other mobile food vendors for public
ROW sales
No more than two mobile food vehicles per private
property in downtown and commercial areas. Not
in parks unless part of special event.
Mobile food vehicle sales use permit,
CO retail food license for mobile
unit, sales use tax license, and proof
of liability insurance
Application/renewal fee: $200.00
Mobile vending carts are
allowed only in zones 1-3
(Pearl Street Mall).
Mobile vending cart shall
not exceed a size of four
feet in width by ten feet in
length by eight feet in
height.
4. City/County of Denver,
CO
Business (3,4,5-7), Industrial (0,1,2),
commercial mixed-use districts
Can park on public street (except in
central business district), in parks
and private property. May need
approval from Department of Zoning.
200 feet from eating place, 200 feet from other
mobile retail food establishment, 50 feet from
residential zone districts
Outdoor Vendor Study
Table-1 Comparison of How Other Cities Regulate Outdoor Vendors
November 10, 2011
Community Zoning Districts
Where Permitted (Trucks)
Separation Requirements (Trucks) Other Operational
Requirements/Fees (Trucks)
Ice Cream Trucks Pushcarts
9. Portland, OR
Based on size or cart. Carts /
Vehicles that are less than 16 feet in
length are considered a utility trailer
and more widely allowed. Vehicles
over 16 feet in length are considered
heavy trucks and are prohibited in
more zones.
Must be 100 feet from a competing business. Each
cart has one designated area.
County requirement of a license for
both business and individuals that
will be handling the food. Cost for
license $350.00 per year. Cost of
leasing space from private owners.
Cost varies among private owners.
Yearly application and
permit fees.
10. Seattle, WA Vendors can vend from any area that
has been designated by SDOT as a
Food-Vehicle Zone. Food – Vehicle
Zone can not be located in a public
space that abuts areas zoned RSL, SF
5000, SF 7200, SF 9600, LR1, LR2 or
LR3
50 feet from a food-service business, 15 feet from
any business entrance or exit, 1,000 feet from any
public or private school containing a 9th -12th grade
class if the vehicle is in a public place that abuts
areas zones RSP, SF 5000, SF 7200, SF 9600, LR1,
LR2, or LR3
Yearly license that is good for use in
4 hour blocks of time. Permits are
issued for either daytime (6 am-8
pm) or nighttime (8 pm – 6 am.)
Vending in public ROW requires a
Street Use Permit.
Exempt from the required a
food establishment permit.
Must meet same
requirements as food
trucks as far as locations
and permits. When in a
Food Zone that is on a
public sidewalk, a
minimum of a 5 feet
clearance is required for
pedestrians.
11. Austin, Texas Allowed in commercial, industrial,
excluding neighborhood office,
limited office, and general office
zoning areas.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012‐1
OF THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION OF
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO BOARD OF DIRECTORS SUPPORTING
THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE OUTDOOR VENDOR STUDY
WHEREAS, the Fort Collins Downtown Business Association, a 501(c)6 membership organization
governed by an elected Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, the Downtown Business Association’s mission is the promotion, development and
improvements of the downtown area of Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS, the Downtown Business Association is supportive of activities that enhance the
vitality of our downtown; and
WHEREAS, the proposals to expand vendor categories and location options for outdoor mobile
vendors are consistent with our stated goals and will enhance the mix of retail and food uses for
downtown residents and visitors and contribute to the economic and social vitality of the urban core:
and
WHEREAS, the provision to create a buffer space of two‐hundred feet between mobile vendors
and like existing businesses is endorsed by the Downtown Business Association as a protection for
existing retail and restaurant businesses; and
WHEREAS, Downtown Business Association supports a potential increase in nighttime outdoor
mobile vendors as an alternative means of providing sustenance to Old Town Square for patrons of our
late night economy; and
WHEREAS, the Downtown Business Association recognizes the synergy gained by clustering
activities such as the use of the public Poudre Valley Creamery lot for up to three vendors, and would
also encourage the allowance of more than one vendor on private property.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE FORT COLLINS DOWNTOWN BUSINESS
ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS unanimously supports the proposed changes to both the Fort
Collins Municipal Code and Land Use Code regarding outdoor mobile vendors as enhancing the special
and unique qualities of downtown Fort Collins.
ADOPTED this 30th day of May, 2012.
_________________________________________
JJ Hannah, President
________________________________
Attest: Lorna Reeves, Vice President
ATTACHMENT 6
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Regular Directors' Meeting
MINUTES of May 10, 2012
The Board of Directors of the Downtown Development Authority met in Regular Session at 7:30 a.m. on
Thursday, May 10, 2012 at Home State Bank, 303 East Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80524.
PRESENT
Jenny Bramhall; George Brelig; McCabe Callahan; Steve Johnson; Jerry Kennell; Ben Manvel; Wynne
Odell; Kelly Ohlson; Bill Sears; Patty Spencer; Ellen Zibell; Cheryl Zimlich
ABSENT
None
STAFF
Matt Robenalt, Executive Director; Kathy Cardona, Financial Coordinator; Todd Dangerfield, Project
Manager; Derek Getto; Programs Administrator; Joanna Stone, Administrative Manager; Lucia Liley,
Legal Counsel
GUESTS INCLUDED
Darin Atteberry, Michael Beckstead, Claire Thomas - City of Fort Collins; Peggy Lyle, Downtown
Business Association; Linda Ripley, Ripley Design; Holly Carroll; Poudre River Library District; Brad
march, Attorney; Bevan Parker, Maximum Painting; Peggy Reeves, Library Trust; Patrick Smith, Greely
Tent Awning; Emily Elmore, The Group; Jim Reidhead
CALL TO ORDER
Wynne Odell called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Jerry Kennell moved to approve the minutes of April 12, 2012; seconded by McCabe Callahan, the minutes
were approved unanimously.
ALL IDEAS: BIG & SMALL
UPDATES
City Sales Tax Report: Michael Beckstead presented the sales tax report for April, representing March
retail activity.
DDA/ELKS TRUST MAIN LIBRARY PROJECT
This project proposes that the $75,000 remainder of the DDA/Elks trust be allocated to the Library Park
Landscape Improvement Project. As an adjunct to the expansion of the Main Library, the Library District
authorized the creation of a master plan for landscape improvements in Library Park, with improvements
being completed as funds became available.
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ATTACHMENT 7
DDA Minutes
May 10, 2012
pg. 2
MUSEUM FUNDING AND INTEREST PAYMENT DISCUSSION
Following the organizational priorities discussion, Matt Robenalt indicated to the Board that staff desired
additional clarity on the unresolved issue of interest requested by the City from the DDA for the loan used
to pay Museum construction costs. This issue is being discussed in a meeting with City Finance and
Museum management on May 11. The DDA has proposed a solution that addresses City Finance’s
insistence that interest on the loan be paid to the City’s General Fund. The proposed solution is that the
DDA would pay interest when the line of credit has been established and would then deduct interest from
the proposed annual payments on the Museum commitment. This transfers the cost of financing (interest
expenses) to the Museum owners in same manner that the non-profit museum partner did to bridge the
funding gap from their pledges, some which come into the project as late as 2017. City Finance estimates
that interest would be $137,500. In a recent City Council Finance meeting, that group affirmed the DDA
position that the interest payments are not a DDA obligation because the role of the DDA in funding the
Museum is that of a donor and grant-maker, and not that of a project owner or manager that made decisions
to proceed to construction when full project funding was not yet accounted for.
A motion was drafted to provide staff with guidance for meeting with City Finance and Museum
management.
Moved by George Brelig, seconded by McCabe Callahan: In order to provide guidance to DDA staff
in discussions on interest payments to the City General Fund, the DDA Board of Directors will
consider payment of up to half the interest cost to the General Fund based on the current market
investment earnings rate of the City (approximately 0.5%), and that the DDA would deduct from
each of the six annual payments to the museum project one-sixth (1/6) of the interest paid to the
General Fund. The motion passed with 5 votes for the motion (McCabe Callahan, George Brelig,
Jerry Kennell, Wynne Odell, Ellen Zibell); 3 votes against (Jenny Bramhall, Steve Johnson, Patty
Spencer).
The three members of the Board who voted against the motion explained their reasons for their vote. Jenny
Bramhall felt that relationships are important and she felt that the DDA relationship with the City was more
important than the issue of who owed the interest. Patty Spencer voted against the motion because she
strongly believes that the DDA does not owe the City any interest and doesn’t want the City to misconstrue
the gesture as an admission of liability by the DDA. Steve Johnson voted against the motion because he
felt the DDA already agreed earlier in the day to pay the City a quarter of a million dollars more than
previously proposed in 2012. George Brelig asked for clarification about how the change in the DDA
payment schedule to the Museum in 2010 had been originally communicated to City staff. Matt Robenalt
affirmed the DDA position that the DDA communicated with the appropriate City staff, which includes the
staff member who approached the DDA Board with the Museum funding requests on two separate
occasions, and the same City staff members who authored the City appropriation ordinance identifying the
DDA contribution as a commitment (not actual cash funds).
OUTDOOR MOBILE VENDOR POLICY DISCUSSION
Pete Wray, with the City of Fort Collins Advanced Planning Department, provided an update on the
Outdoor Vendor Study and discussed proposed changes to the existing Municipal Code and Land Use Code
addressing concerns and issues regarding outdoor vendors. The City began the study in fall 2011 in
response to growing concerns and issues regarding food truck vendors and in response to direction from
City Council. In the course of the study, which was generally favorable to having mobile vendors
downtown, staff found the need to add other vendor types to the scope so other types of non-food vendors
were added to the study. The proposed changes will not affect vendors in Old Town Square. Current
vending regulations are quite restrictive, with mobile vendors only allowed on private property.
The proposals include allowing one vendor per lot on private property; on-street vending in designated
parallel parking spaces with the requirement of having a 200 foot separation from existing restaurants; one
vendor per lot in public parking lots during business hours Monday - Friday; and, up to three vendors in the
City-owned Poudre Valley Creamery lot from 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. All
food vendors must work out of an inspected commissary kitchen. Vendors of all types must have a
Downtown Concession Agreement.
DDA Minutes
May 10, 2012
pg. 3
Mr. Wray answered board member questions about specific aspects of the proposals. It was felt that the
City should consider allowing more than one vendor on private lots because of the synergy created. The
Board was supportive of the proposed changes to both the Municipal Code and Land Use Code and
appreciated the idea of having a trial year with flexibility to change regulations at the end of that year if
needed.
OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURN
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 11:40 a.m.
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Bill Sears, Secretary
Financial Services
300 LaPorte Ave
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6505
970.224.6107 - fax
fcgov.com
M E M O R A N D U M
To: Mayor Weitkunat and Councilmembers
From: Economic Advisory Commission (EAC)
Bill Timpson, Chair
CC: Darin Atteberry, City Manager
Josh Birks, Economic Health Director
Date: May 18, 2012
Subject: Mobile Vendor Ordinance Consideration
The Economic Advisory Commission has received and is reviewing a memorandum from Pete Wray,
Senior City Planner, regarding the upcoming Mobile Vendor Ordinance. We will be discussing these
findings at our next meeting in June in detail and will provide the Council with feedback between the first
and second reading of this ordinance.
ATTACHMENT 8
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ORDINANCE NO. 057, 2012
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
MAKING VARIOUS AMENDMENTS
TO THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS LAND USE CODE
WHEREAS, on March 18, 1997, by its adoption of Ordinance No. 051, 1997, the City
Council enacted the Fort Collins Land Use Code (the "Land Use Code"); and
WHEREAS, at the time of the adoption of the Land Use Code, it was the understanding of
staff and the City Council that the Land Use Code would most likely be subject to future
amendments, not only for the purpose of clarification and correction of errors, but also for the
purpose of ensuring that the Land Use Code remains a dynamic document capable of responding to
issues identified by staff, other land use professionals and citizens of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Council is considering on this same date Ordinance No. 058, 2012, enacting
amendments to City Code Chapter 15 to establish new and updated licensing requirements for
outdoor vendors in Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS, in connection with those amendments, City staff has identified and
recommended certain modifications to the Land Use Code in order to establish outdoor vendors as a
permitted use in certain zone districts and to set basic development requirements associated with
such uses; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Board has reviewed the Land Use Code and identified
and explored various issues related to the Land Use Code and has made recommendations to the
Council regarding such issues; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the recommended Land Use Code
amendments are in the best interest of the City and its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS, as follows:
Section 1. That Section 3.8 of the Land Use Code is hereby amended by the addition of a
new subsection 3.8.29 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3.8.29 Outdoor Vendor Regulations
(A) Outdoor vendors shall be prohibited on undeveloped lots.
(B) Outdoor vendors shall be considered as accessory uses in the zone districts in
which they are permitted, provided they are on lots that contain a principal
building wherein active operations are being conducted. Outdoor vendors
that qualify as accessory uses shall not be subject to change-of-use
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regulations which would otherwise require the properties on which they are
located to be brought into compliance with the standards of this code.
(C) Outdoor vendors located on lots wherein active operations in the principal
building have ceased shall be considered principal uses and shall be subject
to change-of-use regulations requiring that the properties upon which they
are located be brought into compliance with the applicable standards of this
code.
(D) Signage for outdoor vendors shall be limited to signs placed directly onto the
vehicle or cart used in connection with the business.
(E) Outdoor vendors shall comply with all outdoor vendor regulations and
standards contained in Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code of the City of Fort
Collins.
(F) An outdoor vendor shall be situated on a lot in such a manner that no aspect
of its operation shall impede vehicular, pedestrian, or bicycle circulation.
Section 2. That the table contained in Section 4.16(B)(2)(E) of the Land Use
Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
E. ACCESSORY C MISC.
Old City
Center
Canyon
Avenue
Civic
Center
Accessory buildings
BDR
BDR
BDR
Accessory uses
BDR
BDR
BDR
Outdoor Vendor
BDR
BDR
BDR
. . .
Section 3. That Section 4.17(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
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3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 4. That Section 4.18(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 5. That Section 4.19(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 6. That Section 4.20(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 7. That the table contained in Section 4.21(B)(2)(E) of the Land Use
Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
E. ACCESSORY B MISC.
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(CAC)
General Commercial
District (C-G)
Wireless telecommunication equipment
(not freestanding monopoles)
Type 2
Type 1
Wireless telecommunication facilities
Not permitted
Type 1
Satellite dish antennas greater than 39" in
diameter
Not permitted
Type 1
Accessory buildings
BDR
BDR
Accessory uses
BDR
BDR
Outdoor vendor
BDR
BDR
Section 8. That Section 4.22(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
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Section 9. That Section 4.23(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 10. That the table contained in Section 4.24(B)(2)(E) of the Land Use
Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
E. ACCESSORY B MISC. Riverside
Area
All Other
Areas
Wireless telecommunication equipment
Type 1
Type 1
Wireless telecommunication facilities
Type 1
Type 1
Satellite dish antennas greater than thirty-nine (30)
inches in diameter
BDR
BDR
Outdoor vendor
BDR
BDR
Section 11. That Section 4.26(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 12. That Section 4.27(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 13. That Section 4.28(B)(1)(a) of the Land Use Code is hereby amended
by the addition of a new subparagraph 3 which reads in its entirety as follows:
3. Outdoor vendor.
Section 14. That Section 5.1.2 of the Land Use Code is hereby amended by the
addition of a new definition AOutdoor vendor@ which reads in its entirety as follows:
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Outdoor vendor shall mean any person, whether as owner, agent, consignee or
employee, who sells or attempts to sell, or offers to the public any services, goods,
wares or merchandise including, but not limited to, food or beverage, from any
outdoor location, except for those activities excluded from the definition of Outdoor
vendor in §15-381 of the City Code.
Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 5th day
of June, A.D. 2012, and to be presented for final passage on the 17th day of July, A.D. 2012.
_________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Interim City Clerk
Passed and adopted on final reading on the 17th day of July, A.D. 2012.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
ORDINANCE NO. 058, 2012
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
AMENDING ARTICLE XIV OF CHAPTER 15 OF THE CITY CODE REGARDING
LICENSING OF OUTDOOR VENDORS
WHEREAS, the City currently licenses outdoor vendors, pursuant to the provisions of
Article XIV of Chapter 15 of the City Code, but limits their operation to private property only; and
WHEREAS, interest in the community in allowing outdoor vendors as a mode of delivery
of foods and other goods and services has grown, in keeping with a similar national trend; and
WHEREAS, City staff has conducted a general review of the treatment of outdoor vendors
in the City’s codes and regulations, and as a result City staff has identified and recommended certain
modifications to Article XIV of Chapter 15 of the City Code to update and expand the licensing of
outdoor vendors in Fort Collins and to establish related requirements; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is considering on this same date Ordinance No. 057, 2012,
enacting amendments to the Land Use Code in order to establish outdoor vendors as a permitted use
in certain zone districts and to set basic development requirements associated with such uses; and
WHEREAS, in view of the foregoing, the Council desires to amend Article XIV of Chapter
15 of the City Code as provided herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That Section 15-381 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-381. Outdoor vendor defined; exemptionsDefinitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this Article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this Section:
Block face shall mean the portion of a street between two (2) intersections, including
all on-street parking within such boundaries.
Commissary shall mean a commissary that is approved as such under the laws and
regulations of the State of Colorado and Larimer County that govern retail food
establishments.
Commissary-prepared shall mean prepared, cooked and assembled in a commissary,
without further preparation, cooking or assembly after leaving said commissary.
Food shall mean a raw, cooked, or processed edible substance, ice, beverage, or
ingredient used or intended for use or for sale in whole or in part for human
consumption.
Licensee shall mean a person who has been issued a license under the provisions of
this Article.
Mobile food truck shall mean a motorized wheeled vehicle, or towed wheeled vehicle
designed and equipped to serve food. Mobile food truck shall include both “hot
trucks” upon which food is cooked and prepared for vending, and “cold trucks” from
which only commissary-prepared, ready-to-eat or packaged foods in individual
servings are handled.
Mobile food truck vendor shall mean an outdoor vendor who operates from a mobile
food truck.
Neighborhood zone district shall mean one of the following zone districts, as
established in Article 4 of the Land Use Code: Rural Lands (R-U-L); Urban Estate
(U-E); Residential Foothills (R-F); Low Density Residential (R-L); Low Density
Mixed-Use Neighborhood (L-M-N); Medium Density Mixed-Use Neighborhood (M-
M-N); Neighborhood Conservation, Low Density (N-C-L); Neighborhood
Conservation, Medium Density (N-C-M); Neighborhood Conservation, Buffer (N-C-
B); and High Density Mixed-Use Neighborhood (H-M-N).
Neighborhood mobile food vendor shall mean an outdoor vendor operating in
locations on streets that are in neighborhood zone districts from a mobile food truck
or pushcart licensed for use in the retail sale or service of only commissary-prepared,
ready-to-eat or packaged food in individual servings. Neighborhood mobile food
vendor shall not include a vendor operating from a mobile food truck or pushcart on
which food is cooked.
Non-neighborhood zone district shall mean any zone district, as established in
Article 4 of the Land Use Code, that is not a neighborhood zone district.
Old Town Plaza shall mean the outdoor plaza area owned and managed by the
Downtown Development Authority within the area bounded on the south by the
northern edge of the Mountain Avenue right-of-way; on the west by the eastern edge
of the College Avenue right-of-way; on the north and northeast by the southern and
southwestern edge of the Walnut Street right-of-way; and on the east by the most
westerly point at which the Walnut Street and Mountain Avenue rights-of-way
intersect.
(a) As used in this Article, the term oOutdoor vendor shall mean any person,
whether as owner, agent, consignee or employee, who sells or attempts to sell, or
offers to the public, any services, goods, wares or merchandise including, but not
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limited to, food or beverage, from any outdoor location and who in furtherance of
such purpose, except that outdoor vendor shall not include a person who:
(1) Sells or attempts to sell directly to passersby within any public right-of-way;
or
(2) Hires, leases, uses or occupies any vehicle, pushcart, kiosk, table, box,
container or other readily movable structure or display device.
(b) The following shall be excluded from the definition of outdoor vendor and
shall be exempt from the provisions of this Article:
(1) Persons sellingVends from outdoor locations upon private premises who also
sell where the same or similar services or goods are also offered on a regular
basis from an indoor locations on such premises;
(2) Persons sellingVends from a public sidewalk immediately adjacent to
private premises, pursuant to a City encroachment permit if the person
vending who also sell vends the same or similar services or goods on a
regular basis from an indoor locations on such premises immediately
adjacent to such location;
(3) Persons selling Vends directly and exclusively to manufacturers, wholesalers
or retailers for the purpose of resale;
(4) Vends by or on behalf of tThe City of Fort Collins, or at an outdoor event
sponsored by the City;
(5) Any person sellingVends from property owned by the City, and if such
vending is pursuant to a concession agreement or other agreement with the
City or is pursuant to a facility-specific permit issued for operation at said
facility by the City department authorized to issue such permits, such as a
permit to operate in a park or recreation area or on a trail pursuant to § 23-
203(d);
(6) Vends from a public sidewalk within the Downtown Zone District, as defined
and established in the Land Use Code, pursuant to a concession agreement
with the City;
(67) Any person, whether as owner, agent, consignee or employee, selling Vends
from and within the Old Town Plaza and under the sponsorship of a written
license or other agreement with the Downtown Development Authority; and
(78) Vends at a Yyard sales or garage sales; provided, however, that this
exception shall not apply to a person who has vended at five (5) or more
previous yard sales lasting no longer than three (3) consecutive days, and
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occurring no more than five (5) times annually at the same location within
the preceding twelve (12) months;
(9) Vends as part of an auction conducted pursuant to a license issued by the
City under Division 2, Article IV of this Chapter;
(10) Vends outdoor transportation services as a public utility under a certificate
of public convenience and necessity issued by the Colorado Public Utilities
Commission; and
(11) Vends food or catering services at an individual private residence for a
private event.
(c) Outdoor vendor licenses will not be issued for locations within the
Downtown Plan Area. Instead, City concession agreements shall be awarded to
outdoor vendors within the Downtown Plan Area pursuant to a Request for Proposals
process for a limited number of locations within said area.Outdoor vendor of
miscellaneous goods and services shall mean an outdoor vendor who offers
miscellaneous goods or services to the public on private property. Outdoor vendor
of miscellaneous goods and services shall include, but not be limited to, Christmas
tree lots, pumpkin patches, and other temporary outdoor holiday sales; vehicle
windshield chip repair; temporary car wash events; and temporary non-profit
fundraising sales.
Outdoor vendor of transportation services shall mean an outdoor vendor (not
regulated by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission) who offers transportation
services to the public. Outdoor vendor of transportation services shall include, but
not be limited to, vendors of valet parking services; transportation services by pedal
power such as pedi-cab or conference bicycle services; horse-drawn carriage rides,
or other means of transportation service offered for hire.
Packaged shall mean bottled, canned, cartoned, securely bagged, or securely
wrapped, whether packaged in a food establishment or a food processing plant.
Packaged shall not include a product in a wrapper, carry-out box, or other
nondurable container used to protect food during the service and receipt of the food
by the consumer.
Private shall mean any location that is not a public right-of-way, or public street,
alley or sidewalk.
Pushcart shall mean a mobile vending cart, pushcart, or trailer, that is not motorized
or attached to a vehicle for towing, and that does not exceed ten (10) feet in length
(excluding the length of the trailer hitch, if any), four (4) feet in width, or eight (8)
feet in height. A pushcart may be used to cook and prepare food for vending, or to
serve commissary prepared, ready-to-eat or packaged food in individual servings.
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Pushcart vendor shall mean an outdoor vendor operating from a pushcart.
Ready-to-eat food shall mean food that is edible and that is in the form in which it
is reasonably expected to be consumed without further washing, cooking, or
additional preparation.
Special vending license shall mean a temporary outdoor vendor license issued
pursuant to § 15-382(c) for outdoor vending at an occasional, temporary event
located solely on a single private lot when the event does not require the issuance of
a special events permit under Chapter 23.5.
Vend or Vending shall mean the sale, attempt to sell, or offering to the public of any
services, goods, wares or merchandise.
Yard sale shall mean the offering of goods for sale for no longer than a period of
three (3) consecutive days, from an informal stand or display on an individual
residential lot in a residential zone district by or on behalf of the owner or resident
of the lot, provided that such owner or resident is not in the business of selling at
retail or wholesale the goods offered at the yard sale. Yard sale shall include, but not
be limited to, yard sales, garage sales, lemonade stands, and bake sales.
Section 2. That Section 15-382 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-382. License required.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any outdoor vendor to engage in such business upon
any private or public property within the City without first obtaining a license in
compliance with the provisions of this Article.
(b) Any person who arranges for or allows one or more outdoor vendors to
operate at a special event held pursuant to a license issued under Chapter 23.5
Outdoor vendors selling upon private property or any bazaar, street fair, exhibition,
show or other event involving two (2) or more outdoor vendors, shall be required to
obtain individualmust obtain an outdoor vendor licenses under this Article. unless
the owner of the property or the person or organization sponsoring any such event
obtains a license and agrees in writing to be responsible for monitoring the
compliance of outdoor vendors with the provisions of § 15-388 and all other
applicable ordinances, laws and regulations. Upon the issuance of such license, the
outdoor vendors vending at such special event shall be relieved of the obligation to
obtain individual licenses under this Article in order to operate as part of said special
event. Notwithstanding the provisions of § 15-386 and § 15-387, the requirements
applicable to outdoor vendors operating as part of a special event held under a
license issued pursuant to Chapter 23.5 shall be determined by the Financial Officer
on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration the location, nature and scope of
the special event, and any related circumstances.
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(c) The Financial Officer may issue a special vending license to a person
responsible for an occasional, temporary event located solely on a single private lot
when the event does not require the issuance of a special events permit under
Chapter 23.5. Any application for a special vending license shall meet all of the
requirements for an outdoor vendor license, and be reviewed in the same manner, as
set forth in this Article. An outdoor vendor operating within the terms of and as part
of a special vending license shall not be required to obtain a separate outdoor vendor
license for that operation; provided, however, that any such special vending license
shall be subject to the following restrictions and limitations:
(1) No more than four (4) such licenses shall be issued for a specified property
during any calendar year;
(2) No more than four (4) outdoor vendors of any single vendor type may
participate as part of a licensed event;
(3) No more than a total of (8) outdoor vendors may participate as part of a
licensed event;
(4) The number and type of outdoor vendors to be allowed as part of a licensed
event shall be determined by the Financial Officer based on the specific
circumstances of the proposed event, including, but not limited to the
location of the event, the size of the lot where the event is held, the types of
surrounding land uses and their proximity to the event, and any other
potential impacts on public health, safety and welfare that the proposed event
may have.
(ce) The application fee to be paid to the City for the issuance, modification, or
renewal of suchany license pursuant to this Article shall be as provided in § 15-
383set by the City Manager pursuant to his or her authority to establish
administrative fees in Chapter 7.5.
Section 3. That Section 15-383 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-383. Application for license; feelicense modifications.
(a) An application for a license under this Article shall be submitted to the
Financial Officer no less than five (5) working days prior to the first day of proposed
operation. The application shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable fee which shall
be in the amount of ten dollars ($10.) for each month the license is to be in effect.
(b) Payment of the applicable fee and approval of the license shall entitle the
licensee to operate at the proposed location for the number of months for which the
license is issued, not to exceed twelve (12) consecutive months within any calendar
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year.A license may be issued under this Article for a period of either six (6) months
or twelve (12) months, except that a special vending license as described in § 15-
382(c) may be issued for a specified period not to exceed three (3) days.
(c) In the case of outdoor vendors selling upon private property pursuant to a
multi-year written lease agreement, the fee established under this Section shall be
imposed only for the first year of the term of the original multi-year lease.
(c) A request for a modification of a license to add new vehicles, operations,
locations or to modify other license restrictions or conditions, as applicable, shall be
submitted to the Financial Officer and shall meet all of the requirements, and be
reviewed in the same manner as, an application for a license hereunder. The term of
a license may not be modified to extend beyond the originally applicable six (6) or
twelve (12) month period.
Section 4. That Section 15-384 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-384. Contents of application.
(a) The application shall contain the following information:
(1) Name, address and telephone number of the applicant and, if other than the
applicant, name, address and telephone number of the person managing or
supervising the applicant's business during the proposed period of operation;
and, if a corporation, the state under which it is incorporated, and appropriate
evidence of good standing to do business in the state of Colorado;
(2) Type of operation to be conducted, including the particular type of service,
goods, wares or merchandise to be sold;
(3) A description of the design of any vehicle, pushcart, kiosk, table, chair, stand,
box, container or other structure or display device to be used in the operation
by the applicant, including the size and color, together with any logo,
printing or sign which will be utilized by the applicant, and the license plate
and registration information for any vehicle to be used;
(4) The proposed period of operation, if less than the entire six (6) or twelve (12)
month license period;
(5) The proposed hours and days of operation;
(6) TheEach location on private property for which the application is made,
which shall not include more than one (1) site;
(7) Written consent of the property owner if the location for which the
application is made is on private property;
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(8) Proof of liability insurance as required by Subsection 15-3887(c); and
(9) A plan of theany location on private property for which the application is
made, which shows showing the location of all existing and proposed
structures, access, equipment and parking.;
(10) Documentation of a sales and use tax license in good standing issued by the
Colorado Department of Revenue, Larimer County, and the City; and
(11) For the vending of food, documentation of regulatory approval as a retail
food establishment by Larimer County.
(b) The Financial Officer may request and require such additional information
as he or she deems necessary in order to consider the application and make the
required determinations as set forth in this Article. The time frame for review of any
application shall be suspended during the pendency of any such request for
additional information.
Section 5. That Section 15-385 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-385. Review and approval.
(a) Applications shall be considered individually and in chronological order as
established by the date of receipt of a properly completed application. However, no
application will be accepted for review more than sixty (60) days prior to the
proposed period of operation. Within five (5) working days of the filing of an
application under § 15-384, the Financial Officer shall review such application and
shall make a determination as to whether the application contains the required
information and, if so, whether the issuance of a license is consistent with the
requirements of this Article and compatible with the public interest. In making such
determination, the Financial Officer shall consider the following factors and may
consider other factors the Financial Officer considers necessary to protect the health,
safety and welfare of the public:
(1) The degree of congestion of any public right-of-way whichthat may result
from the proposed use, and the design and location of any operating locations
on private property, including the probable impact of the proposed use on the
safe flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Factors to be considered shall
include, but not be limited to, the width of streets and sidewalks, the volume
of traffic, and the availability of off-street parking;
(2) The proximity, size, design and location of existing street fixtures and
furniture at or near the proposed specified locations, including, but not
limited to, sign posts, lampposts, bus stops, benches, telephone booths,
planters and newspaper vending devices;
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(3) The probable impact of the proposed use on the maintenance, care and
security of the proposedspecified locations; and
(4) The recommendations of the Planning Development and
TransportationPolicy, Planning and Transportation Services Director and the
Director of Cultural, Library and Recreation ServicesCommunity and
Operations Services, insofar as the proposedspecified locations may affect
the operation of those service areas, based upon the factors recited herein;
and
(5) The level and types of outdoor vendor activity already licensed for the
specific locations proposed in the application, and the impacts that the
issuance of a license may have on surrounding properties.
(b) The Financial Officer shall also obtain the determination of the Zoning
Administrator as to whether the proposed use conforms to the requirements of the
Land Use Code as applied to the subject any specified location. If the Zoning
Administrator determines the proposed use is not in compliance with the
requirements of the Land Use Code, the application shall not be approved.
(c) If the proposed location is on property owned or controlled by the City, the
applicant must have obtained the City's written acknowledgement that said location
has not been reserved by the City for use by the City, for use by concessionaires or
for nonuse by outdoor vendors. The City's determination to reserve property owned
or controlled by the City for nonuse or for use by concessionaires shall be made in
accordance with rules and regulations promulgated by the City Financial Officer. If
the proposed location is on privately owned property, the applicant must have
obtained written consent of the property owner. Evidence of such acknowledgement
or consent must be presented with the application.If the Financial Officer determines
that the issuance of a requested outdoor vendor license would be consistent with the
requirements of this Article, with or without additional conditions, the Financial
Officer shall issue the license, subject to any such conditions. If the Financial
Officer determines that the issuance of an outdoor vendor license would not be
consistent with the requirements of this Article, the Financial Officer shall notify the
applicant of his or her determination in writing, with an explanation of the reasons
for such denial.
Section 6. That Section 15-386 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby deleted
in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-386. Bond required.
(a) Upon approval of an application for a license but prior to the issuance of the
license, the applicant shall file with the Financial Officer a bond issued by a surety
authorized to do business in the State or other equivalent security approved by the
Financial Officer payable to the City in the sum of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.),
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conditioned upon the applicant's compliance with the provisions of the Code,
including, but not limited to, any ordinances pertaining to the collection and
remittance of retail sales taxes.
(b) This bond requirement shall not apply to the following:
(1) Applicants owning real property within the City who agree in writing to
subject such property to the lien provisions of § 25-71 et seq., pertaining to
unpaid sales taxes;
(2) Applicants previously licensed under the provisions of this Article or
licensed by the City for this activity prior to November 28, 1986, under the
provisions of chapter 73 or chapter 95 of the 1972 Code, as amended,
provided that such applicants have complied with the requirements of all
relevant City ordinances during such previous license period.
Section 7. That Section 15-387 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
renumbered to be Section 15-386, and amended to read in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-387386. Requirements for issuance.
(a) Each license shall be valid for not more than one (1)only for the specific
location or locations, a description of which shall appear described on the face of the
license.
(b) In addition to the licensee's name, address and telephone number, the license
shall contain the following:
(1) The type of operation;
(2) The period of time for which the license was issued;
(3) The hours and days of operation;
(4) The designated location or locations, including specified types of public
rights-of-way, as applicable;
(5) A brief description of any vehicle, cart, kiosk, table, chair, stand, box,
container or other structure or display device to be utilized by the licensee;
(6) Any special terms and conditions of issuance;
(7) A statement that the license is personal and is not transferable in any manner;
(8) A statement that the license is valid only when used at the location or
locations designated on the license;
(9) A statement that the license is subject to the provisions of this Article.
Section 8. That Section 15-388 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
renumbered to be Section 15-387, and amended to read in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-388387. Restrictions and operation.
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(a) No licensee may use, for the purpose of on-site storage, display or sale, any
vehicle, cart, kiosk, table, chair, stand, box, container or other structure or display
device not described on the face of the license.
(b) Except as otherwise specifically authorized by law, nNo such vehicle,
structure or device referred to in (a) above shall be located:
(1) Within any portion of a street, alley, roadway or highway designed or
ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, except for the purpose of transporting
the licensee's goods, wares or merchandise to, from or within the designated
locationIn any on-street parking space that is not parallel to the adjacent
street;
(2) In any public parking space in a manner that does not comply with applicable
parking regulations or a properly issued parking permit for the use of said
parking space;
(23) Upon a public sidewalk within the extended boundaries of a crosswalk;
(34) Within ten (10) feet of the extension of any building entranceway, doorway
or driveway;
(5) Upon a public sidewalk within the Downtown Zone District, as defined and
established in Article 4 of the Land Use Code (except as a concessionaire of
the City);
(6) Upon a public right-of-way, or public street, alley or sidewalk within a City
park or other City facility (except as a concessionaire or pursuant to a permit
issued for operation in a park or recreation area or on a trail pursuant to § 23-
203(d), or for operation at another City facility pursuant to facility-specific
permit issued by the City); or
(47) In any location so as toin which the vehicle, structure or device may impede
or interfere with or visually obstruct:
a. the safe movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic;
b. parking lot circulation; or
c. access to any public street, alley or sidewalk.
(c) No licensee shall operate during the hours of 3:00 a.m. to 7 a.m.;
(cd)AllEach licensees who during the course of theirits licensed activities
operates within or enters upon a public right-of-way or publicly owned property shall
maintain liability insurance in an amount to be determined by the Financial Officer
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according to administrative regulation with proof of the same to be presented at the
time of submission of the application. Any licensee who fails to provide proof of
such insurance shall be prohibited from operating within or entering upon such
property.
(de)TheEach licensee shall pick up and dispose of any paper, cardboard, wood
or plastic container, wrappers or any litter which is deposited within twenty-five (25)
feet of the designated location or within twenty-five (25) feet of the point of any sale
or transaction made by the licensee if the radius of the designated location exceeds
twenty-five (25) feet. The licensee shall carry a suitable container for the placement
of such litter by customers or other persons.
(ef) Each licensee shall maintain in safe condition any vehicle, structure or device
as described in (a) above, so as not to create an unreasonable risk of harm to the
person or property of others, and shall use flashing lights and other similar warning
and safety indicators when stopped to vend services in any location in street right-of-
way.
(fg)TheNo licensee shall not leave unattended any such vehicle, structure or
device as described in (a) above, on a public right-of-way or at the designatedany
licensed location, or place on public sidewalks or in public streets or alleys any
structures, canopies, tables, chairs or other furniture or equipment.
(h) Each licensee shall prominently display the license issued hereunder in a
location readily visible to the public on each vehicle, structure or device as described
in (a) above.
(i) Each licensee operating in an on-street location must serve the public only
from the sidewalk and not from the street or adjacent parking spaces.
(gj)TheEach licensee shall comply with the provisions of all applicable
ordinances of the City as well as the requirements of all state and federal laws,
including, but not limited to, City noise restrictions, sign regulations, limitations on
discharge of liquid waste, sales and use tax requirements, and food safety and other
related requirements established by state or county regulation.
(k) No more than one (1) outdoor vendor of any specified type may be licensed
to operate on any lot, tract or parcel of land, except that this limitation shall not apply
to special vending licenses and licenses for special events as described in § 15-382.
(l) Each licensee shall have an affirmative and independent duty to determine
the safety and suitability of any particular stopping point or location of operation,
both in general and at any particular time, and to operate in a manner reasonably
calculated to avoid and prevent harm to others in the vicinity of the licensee’s
operations, including but not limited to potential and actual customers, pedestrians,
and other vendors or vehicles.
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(m) The following additional requirements shall apply to particular types of
outdoor vendor licensees, as specified:
(1) Mobile food truck vendors shall:
a. Vend only on lots in non-neighborhood zone districts or on streets in
locations in non-neighborhood zone districts where parallel parking
is allowed;
b. Not stop to vend within two hundred (200) feet of the front entrance
of any restaurant or within two hundred (200) feet of the property
boundary of any public or private school for students within the grade
range of kindergarten through twelfth (12th) grade;
c. Vend only food and non-alcoholic beverages; and
d. Permanently affix or paint any signage on the mobile food truck, with
no signs/banners in or alongside street right-of-way or across
roadways.
(2) Pushcart vendors shall:
a. Vend only on lots in non-neighborhood zone districts or on streets in
locations in non-neighborhood zone districts where parallel parking
is allowed;
b. Not stop to vend within two hundred (200) feet of the front entrance
of any restaurant or within two hundred (200) feet of the property
boundary of any public or private school for students within the grade
range of kindergarten through twelfth (12th) grade;
c. Vend only food and non-alcoholic beverages; and
d. Stop to vend only in locations that are no more than twelve (12)
inches from a curb or edge of travel lane.
(3) Neighborhood mobile food vendors shall:
a. Vend only on streets in locations in neighborhood zone districts
where parallel parking is allowed;
b. Not stop to vend within two hundred (200) feet of the property
boundary of any public or private school for students within the grade
range of kindergarten through twelfth (12th) grade;
c. Vend only during the hours of 10:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m.;
d. Vend only food and non-alcoholic beverages;
e. Stop to vend only in locations that are no more than twelve (12)
inches from a curb or edge of travel lane; and
f. Not stop to vend for more than fifteen (15) minutes in any particular
cul-de-sac, or on any particular block face.
(4) Outdoor vendors of miscellaneous goods and services shall operate only on
lots in non-residential zone districts.
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(5) Outdoor vendors of transportation services shall:
a. Operate in accordance with all vehicular traffic laws and regulations,
including, but not limited to, equipment requirements such as front
and back lights and side reflectors;
b. Limit stopping and standing in street rights-of-way or alleys so as to
avoid delay or obstruction of traffic;
c. Stop to vend services only in locations that are no more than twelve
(12) inches from a curb or edge of travel lane; and
d. Operate so as to avoid obstruction of pedestrian traffic and not on
sidewalks.
Section 9. That Section 15-389 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
renumbered to be Section 15-388, and amended to read in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-389388. Renewal.
Renewal of a license shall be treated as a new application under the
provisions of this Article. Any violation by the licensee of the provisions of § 15-388
this Article shall be an additional factor to be considered in the review and approval
procedure described in § 15-385.
Section 10. That Section 15-390 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
renumbered to become Section 15-389.
Section 11. That Section 15-391 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
renumbered to be Section 15-390, and amended to read in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-391390. SuspensionRestrictions due to changed conditions.
IfThe Financial Officer may suspend the vending operation of theany licensee
or all licensees at any designated location becomes, if he or she determines that the
licensed activity in that location will no longer meet the requirements of this Article
due to construction activity or other temporarychanged conditions affecting public
health, safety or welfare., the license to operate at such location shall be temporarily
suspended by In such event, the Financial Officer upon shall provide written notice
to the affected licensee or licensees, and the authorization to operate in such location
shall not be reinstated until such time, if at all, as the licensed operations may be
safely resumed in the judgment of the City Engineer. Any such suspension shall not
extend the term of the affected license or licenses.
Section 12. That a new Section 15-391 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
added and reads in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-391. Revocation or nonrenewal.
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The Financial Officer may temporarily suspend, or permanently revoke and
shall not renew any license issued pursuant to this Article if the Financial Officer
determines that any of the following have occurred:
(1) Fraud, or material misrepresentation or false statement in the application for
the license or any renewal application;
(2) Failure to obtain a sales and use tax license as required by the City or to remit
any sales tax due the City;
(3) Failure to operate, or supervise operations conducted under the license, so as
to reasonably ensure that such operation is in compliance with the terms of
the license and with the provisions of this Article; or
(4) Authorizing, condoning or knowingly tolerating any unlawful vending
operations or any operation conducted in such a manner as to constitute a
menace to the health, safety or general welfare of the public.
Section 12. That Section 15-392 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby amended
to read as follows:
Sec. 15-392. Violations and penalties.
In addition to the cancellationsuspension, revocation or denial of any license
issued hereunder, any person who violates the provisions of this Article may be
punished by a fine or imprisonment or both, in accordance with § 1-15.
Section 13. That a new Section 15-394 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins is hereby
added to read in its entirety as follows:
Sec. 15-394. Appeal.
An applicant or license may appeal any decision relating to his or her
application or license by the Financial Officer to the City Manager in accordance
with Chapter 2, Article VI of the City Code. The City Manager’s decision shall be
final.
Introduced, considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 5th day of June,
A.D. 2012, and to be presented for final passage on the 17th day of July, A.D. 2012.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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_____________________________
Interim City Clerk
Passed and adopted on final reading on the 17th day of July, A.D. 2012.
_________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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50 foot separation from a building that contains
both commercial and residential uses, 20 foot
separation of an existing restaurant located in a
building.
50-300 foot separation from residential zones SF-1-
SF-5. and 300 foot separation from property where
townhouses, duplexes, and single-family houses
are located.
Required to operate out of a
commissary kitchen, proof of state
sales tax permit, pass a Fire
Department inspection, document
use of central food preparation
facilities, provide notarized
agreement from the facilities,
provide an itinerary of truck routes,
and provide written permission for
employees to use restrooms at
business from which the vendors
lease space. $210 County health fee.
No information available. Pushcarts selling from a
sidewalk require a permit
from the ROW Management
Office.
12. Napa, California
Only allowed on private property. 1000 feet of any school property, park,
playground, or recreation facility during the hours
of operation. Within 25 feet of any intersection.
Within 1000 feet of any enclosed commercial
restaurant. If parked on a public street, can only
stay in that spot for 15 min. Can not return to the
same spot for 24 hours.
Permit is required that is good for
one year. Business License and a
Health Permit are also required.
Liability insurance is required.
Permit required. All
products must be
prepackaged at a food
establishment.
Peddler Permit required.
13. Raleigh, NC Will only be able to be in business
zones. Including the neighborhood –
business district, thoroughfare
business district or an industrial
business direct.
100 feet away from a brick and mortar restaurant
or patio. 50 feet away from push cart vendors. 150
feet away from a single family home or duplex.
Yearly permit for $226. Includes Food
Truck Vendor permit and Food Truck
Zoning Permit for property owner.
Yearly permit required and
can not be in the public
right of way on the
sidewalk.
14. San Jose, CA Upon the public street, sidewalk,
right-of way, public place, or at any
location within 500’ of that place,
for a total period of time exceeding
15 minutes within any 2 hour period.
Cannot be located within 200’ of another Moto
Vehicle-based or Mobile Unit Peddler that has
already stopped to peddle. No peddling in any of
the prohibition zones. 500 foot separation from
schools
Peddler Business License, Peddler
Employee License, Approved
Location Permit, Liability Insurance
Permit and application
required with the city police
department. Business
permits are also required.
Limited to streets with
speed limits of less than
30mph.
Peddler Permit, Carts are
assigned a location by the
city or can operate within
“special event
boundaries’.”
Mobile Retail Food License required
and Department of Environmental
Health inspection card and affidavit
of Commissary
Daily fee $100.00, Monthly fee
$200.00
If selling ice cream as more
than 10% of gross income
from food truck, can only
operate on local streets.
Pushcarts, food carts, or
trailers not motorized
operate under a “Stand-up
Retail Food License”.
5. Greeley, CO Peddler’s wagon or truck shall not operate within
300 feet of an existing retail business.
Vendors can not operate for more
than 4 hours at same location outside
of downtown, and no more than 8
hours at one location in designated
DT area.
Stationary wagon or stand
vendors not permitted to
peddle or vend goods on
City streets. Downtown
vendors permit required
6. Larimer County, CO All areas of unincorporated LC in
compliance with CO Retail Food
Regulations.
Mobile food tucks required to work
out of a commissary. Plan review
fee $200.00-300.00, License $255.00
per year.
Pre-packaged food vendor
license serviced by
commercial freezer.
Allowed per local zoning or
special event in compliance
with CO retail food
regulations.
7. Longmont, CO Private property: Allowed in all non-
residential zone districts.
Allowed in public ROW if parked
legally
250 feet separation from restaurants for non-
residential zone districts. 500 feet separation
from central business district and restaurants.
No separation between mobile vendors.
Sales and use tax license required
Application/permit fee: $100.00 per
year.
Allowed on residential
streets
8. Loveland, CO All non-residential zones for private
property. Mobile food vendors not
allowed on public property,
sidewalks, street ROW and public
parks.
100 feet separation from existing business with
direct competition unless written approval from
business.
No permit or license for operation on
private property.
Not allowed or licensed on
public streets
Vendor license and
permanent permit for
downtown area on any
sidewalk. $25.00 fee
ATTACHMENT 5
13.0%
(63)
5.6%
(27)
2.3%
(11)
2.39 485
Only prepackaged frozen food
permitted
14.9%
(68)
15.6%
(71)
13.8%
(63)
16.5%
(75)
22.9%
(104)
16.3%
(74)
3.65 455
Require background check
51.5%
(253)
19.3%
(95)
9.0%
(44)
8.6%
(42)
8.8%
(43)
2.9%
(14)
2.12 491
Other
27.1%
(16)
8.5%
(5)
3.4%
(2)
6.8%
(4)
11.9%
(7)
42.4%
(25)
3.95 59
Other (please specify):
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(4)
0.0%
(0)
3.00 37
Operate in Downtown public lot
(single vendor permit)
5.6%
(2)
19.4%
(7)
27.8%
(10)
30.6%
(11)
16.7%
(6)
0.0%
(0)
3.33 36
Operate in Downtown public lot
(multiple vendor park)
20.0%
(8)
20.0%
(8)
17.5%
(7)
17.5%
(7)
25.0%
(10)
0.0%
(0)
3.08 40
Other
30.0%
(3)
0.0%
(0)
0.0%
(0)
10.0%
(1)
0.0%
(0)
60.0%
(6)
4.30 10
If "other" please specify:
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12. Currently an outdoor vendor license is limited to one location. Do you support expanding
license to multiple locations?
Response
Percent
Response
Count
Yes 83.1% 476
No 8.7% 50
Not sure 8.2% 47
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(4)
3.30 44
Ability to operate on public street or
lot
60.0%
(27)
22.2%
(10)
8.9%
(4)
2.2%
(1)
4.4%
(2)
2.2%
(1)
1.76 45
Change zoning use description and
site requirements
27.7%
(13)
14.9%
(7)
21.3%
(10)
10.6%
(5)
23.4%
(11)
2.1%
(1)
2.94 47
Other
9.1%
(1)
9.1%
(1)
9.1%
(1)
9.1%
(1)
0.0%
(0)
63.6%
(7)
4.73 11
Other (please specify)
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skipped question 540