HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 12/06/2014 - RENEWAL OF THE COMMUNITY CAPITAL AND STREET MAINTEDATE:
STAFF:
December 6, 2014
Ginny Sawyer, Policy and Project Manager
Darin Atteberry, City Manager
WORK SESSION ITEM
City Council
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Renewal of the Community Capital and Street Maintenance Program Taxes.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The purpose of this item is to provide materials and recommendations for Council to consider as the ¼ cent tax
renewals move forward.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Are there adjustments Council would like to make to the current project list?
2. Does Council support the recommendation to seek renewal of the Street Maintenance Program for a 10-year
term?
3. Does Council support to consider two resolutions on December 16, 2014?
a. Supporting the Capital Improvement Project list and;
b. Supporting pursuing a separate initiative sometime in the future for Vine and Lemay and South Timberline
road projects?
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
The current capital improvement ¼ cent tax, Building on Basics, and the Street Maintenance Program ¼ cent tax
will both expire December 31, 2015. Both renewals are currently being considered for the April 2015 election.
Capital Improvement
Staff, Council, and the public have been working and dialoguing since mid-2013 on the creation of a capital
improvement project list that represents the highest needs and desires of our community looking forward. The
community has supported a dedicated tax for capital improvement since 1973 and having the opportunity to
shape and influence the next potential package is an exciting endeavor.
In May 2013, staff started the process by compiling a list of unfunded projects approved through master
plans. Some projects were added from community-based priorities and through City strategic planning.
These projects totaled over $400 Million and were all ranked by budget teams based on the projects
alignment to strategic objectives. Staff prioritized the projects down to approximately $200 million to
proceed through extensive public outreach.
Council reviewed the process and projects at a work session in September 2013 and again in December
2013.
Between September 2013 and January 2014, staff met with eight City Boards, the Visit Fort Collins
Board, the Chamber Legislative Committee, and a CityWorks Alumni group to seek feedback on both
process and projects.
Council reviewed a more refined project list in July 2014.
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Major public outreach on the refined list began in August 2014 and has included an interactive website, a
Board and Commission “Super Meeting,” a CityWorks Alumni Forum, attendance at the South Fort Collins
Business Association, a public open house, a Community Issues Forum, a “mini” drop-in at the Senior
Center, and a booth at the Sustainable Living Fair.
Council again reviewed the process and projects on September 30 and October 11.
At the October 11 Council session many adjustments were made including funding the downtown
restroom and the EPIC improvements out of the 2015-16 budget. The trail projects were removed since
they have another dedicated funding source. There were also name changes and further project
refinement.
In late October the on-line tool was converted to a calculator tool that allowed citizens to select up to $75
million in projects. Staff also continued to meet with City Boards (NRAB, COD, DDA) and the Chamber
Legislative Committee. Online feedback is shown in Attachment 5.
Since October, staff has continued to refine project descriptions, details, titles, operation and maintenance needs,
and forecasting. The current spreadsheet (Attachment 2) reflects:
1. Most recent forecasting formula which estimates total ¼ -cent revenue over 10 years at $81.4 million.
This forecasting could occur once more before the end of the year to reflect the most recent numbers.
2. A project dollar amount of approximately $74 million. This number represent the total revenue
projection minus operation and maintenance costs for four years for projects that require O&M
support in the first few years to be successful. Inflation has also been accounted for at a rate of 3%
on non-fund projects.
3. Ranking of projects that received Council support.
4. Reflection of all projects that have been considered in the gray area.
Street Maintenance Program (SMP)
While the SMP does not require the same level of decision making and public engagement, staff has included this
topic at all the capital improvement meetings and outreach events and tested opinions on varying terms of the tax.
After reviewing and mapping out 10, 12, 15, and 20 year terms, staff is recommending maintaining the 10-year
term on the Street Maintenance Program. This program has been widely supported historically and maintaining
the 10-year structure supports the message that this is a renewal.
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Timeline
Next Steps
December 16, 2014
Consider Resolutions (if direction given on December 9.)
Goal: Finalize project list to bring forward.
January 6, 2015
Goal: Adopt Resolution referring ballot language to the April 2015 ballot.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Project Descriptions (PDF)
2. Comprehensive Project Spreadsheet (PDF)
3. Follow-up to November 17, 2014 Leadership Planning Team questions (PDF)
4. Board and Commission feedback (PDF)
5. On-Line Prioritization December 1 (PDF)
6. On-line citizen comments through December 3 (PDF)
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CR1
PROJECT TITLE: Southeast Community Center/Pool
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $9.5M-14.5M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $200K for Creative Center; $200K for the lap pool
Service Area: Community Services Department: Recreation Services
Project Location: Fossil Creek Community Park
Project Descriptions:
Option A: Community Creative Center
Cost: $9.5M/ O&M: $200K
A unique Community Center focused on innovation, technology, art, recreation and the creative
process. The multifaceted complex will include a variety of well-equipped rooms for residents to
gather, explore and share ideas. The Center will be a place for the community to try-out new
technologies like 3-D printers, laser cutters, robotics and emerging software. It will be a true
makerspace with power tools, drill presses, saws, routers, even welding. The Center will include a
multi-functional performance space, an ideatorium, where community members can learn and
express their creativity through performances, concerts and lectures. The Center will include a
social area where local foods and even experimental microbrews could be on the menu. The
Center will focus on wellness with fitness rooms for classes from Aikido to Zumba and by connecting
to the beautiful surrounding park environment.
Option B: Outdoor Leisure Pool, Indoor Lap Pool
Cost: $4.5M/ O&M: $200K
This Option adds a large outdoor leisure pool with water slides, sprays and jets, decks, a lazy
river and open swimming area, plus an indoor 25 meter cool water fitness swimming pool to the
Community Center. Funding for the leisure pool is contingent on the community raising at least
$1.7M for the indoor lap pool through fund-raising efforts.
Why is this Project Needed?
Southeast Fort Collins is rapidly growing but it does not have a community center. To improve the
quality of life and to create a sense of place, citizens in the southeast need an interesting,
creative, convenient place to gather, socialize, create and collaborate. This center, in
combination with the surrounding park, will define this rapidly growing area as the epicenter for
community-based ideas and innovation. Including a leisure pool takes the project to a new level by
providing exciting, fun and healthy aquatic recreation for the whole family. Including the lap pool
complements the leisure pool and the Creative Center by providing year-round fitness swimming
and a great location for learn to swim classes and other programs.
ATTACHMENT 1
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CR2
PROJECT TITLE: Water Sustainability Improvements
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $4.2M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $10K
Service Area: Community Services Department/Program: Parks and PP&D
Project Location: Various parks and SouthRidge Golf Course
Project Descriptions:
Option A: SouthRidge Golf Course Irrigation System
Cost: $2.2M/ O&M 10K
This project saves 7 million gallons of water each year by replacing the 30 year old irrigation
system at SouthRidge Golf Course with a new, efficient system.
Option B: Fossil Creek Community Park Synthetic Turf
Cost: $1.25M
This project saves 2 million gallons of water annually by installing a synthetic turf field on the oval
at Fossil Creek Community Park.
Option C: Conversion of Three Parks to Raw Water Irrigation
Cost: $750K
This project saves 20 million gallons of treated water each year by converting Lee Martinez,
Avery and Soft Gold parks to raw water irrigation systems. These parks are currently irrigated
with treated water.
Why is this Project Needed?
Option A: The 30-year-old, inefficient irrigation system for SouthRidge Golf Course has reached
the end of its useful life. Replacing it with a new, efficient irrigation system will save more than 7-
million gallons of water annually. The current irrigation system breaks down frequently, requiring
$50,000 in annual repairs. The City’s Golf Division has been funded by earned revenue for many
years but it is a break-even operation, lacking the financial resources necessary to replace the
system. Most municipal golf operations do not break even, with 67% requiring General Fund
support to meet expenses. The City’s General Fund has supported the Golf Division in the past,
primarily related to paying a portion of the debt incurred to build SouthRidge. From 2008
through 2011 the Golf Division lost ~$240,000 and utilized reserves to balance its budget. 2012
was an exceptional weather year making up for much of the loss from the previous four years.
Golf in northern Colorado is very competitive and the City has not been able to invest in our three
courses to the extent needed. Funding the SouthRidge irrigation system with City capital dollars
will allow fee revenues to be used to improve the overall quality of our golf courses and help
ensure the Golf Division remains self-funded.
Option B: The turf fields in the oval at Fossil Creek Park have never been robust due to poor soil
conditions and salty irrigation water. Replacing a large area of the oval with synthetic turf will
save 2 million gallons of water each year and it will greatly improve the playability of the fields.
The new fields will also stand up to repeated play, so many more games can be scheduled on
them. A number of synthetic turf fields have been installed in Colorado and they are highly
regarded by staff and users. Synthetic fields also save on maintenance expenses by eliminating
mowing and irrigation needs.
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Option C: Converting the irrigation systems at Martinez, Avery and Soft Golf parks to raw water
saves 20 million gallons in treated water use annually. Reducing treated water consumption is a
very important goal in our semi-arid environment. The conversion also reduces operating costs
because raw water is much less expensive than treated water.
CR3
PROJECT TITLE: Renovation of the Historic Carnegie Building
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $10K
Service Area: Community Services Department: Cultural Services
Project Location: 200 Mathews Street
Project Description:
This project renovates the historic 1904 Carnegie library building to enhance its use as a
Community Creative Center. The creative center concept includes flexible inexpensive spaces for
the community to rent to support their creative endeavors. Once fully renovated, the building will
house galleries, performance space, classrooms, innovative maker and idea spaces, and a digital
class room. The building is currently offering rental gallery space and serving as the home for
Beet Street. Fort Collins Public Access Network (FCPAN) will create a studio in the basement level
of the building, allowing more of the community to access the cable station.
Cultural Services partnered with Beet Street to secure a $100,000 National Endowment for the
Arts Our Town grant in 2011. The grant included funds to work with an architect to develop a
space use program for transitioning the building to the new community creative center. In addition,
in 2012, A&E Design Associates surveyed the building to estimate historic restoration needs. The
two plans call for the following work to be completed:
Uncover and restore windows
Add a main staircase to connect all three floors
Add restrooms to the main level
Create tech-rich think-space/lounge
Renovate the lower level to accommodate a studio, wet and dry classrooms, and gallery
Enlarge and outfit the lower level classroom with digital technology for live-streaming
Restore interior floors and finishes, improve HVAC, upgrade electrical, consolidate storage,
and fix foundation drainage issues.
Why is this project needed?
The historic 1904 Carnegie building is one of the oldest, continuously operating public buildings in
Fort Collins, designated a local Historic Landmark District by Resolution in 1978. The building is
also a contributing structure to the Laurel School Historic District. The building is now the home of
the Community Creative Center but it requires renovation and improvements to serve its new
purpose, address long-term access and infrastructure issues, and to protect and stabilize this
historic treasure.
The Community Creative Center at the Carnegie Building is implementing the creative and
innovation center concept that supports creative endeavors, provides maker and idea space, and
serves as a hub for the integration and collaboration of innovation and creativity. This project will
activate this prominent historic landmark building, the courtyard and the surrounding park.
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Additional Details:
The estimated cost for this work is $2M: $1.47 for renovations and infrastructure improvements and
$430,000 for historic restoration. It is possible to apply for a grant from the State Historic Fund up
to $200,000 towards historic restoration components of the overall project.
CR4
PROJECT TITLE: Completion of the Gardens at the Gardens on Spring Creek
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $20K
Service Area: Community Services Department/Program: Parks
Project Location: At the Gardens on Spring Creek
Project Description:
This project completes the gardens at the Gardens on Spring Creek by constructing 5 acres of
beautiful gardens including the Great Lawn, Prairie Garden, Foothills Garden and the Xeriscape
Demonstration Garden. The Great Lawn is a multi-use community venue comprised of an oval turf
area surrounded by themed gardens and including a stage. It will host small concerts and plays,
festivals, weddings and events. The Prairie and Foothills gardens will showcase our native plants
in a landscaped setting to educate visitors and inspire them to use native plants in their gardens.
The Xeriscape Demonstration Garden (to be called the Undaunted Garden) will showcase hardy,
drought tolerant plants that thrive in our semi-arid environment.
Why is this Project Needed?
The Gardens on Spring Creek, thanks to funding from Building Community Choices and countless
donations, opened in May 2004 with a mission to improve the lives of people and foster
environmental stewardship through horticulture. The Gardens has become a destination for
residents and tourists alike, with visitation increasing from 1,634 in 2004 to more than 55,000 in
2013. This increase is due to the addition of several large and popular gardens, the availability of
high- quality educational programs for youth and adults, and a variety of special events for the
community. The Gardens has 180 active volunteers and 25 partnerships with local non-profits
and educational organizations. This project will build on The Gardens’ remarkable success and
will establish the facility as a “must-see” destination for generations to come. The project will also
enable The Gardens to significantly increase revenue through visitor fees and rental of the Great
Lawn venue. The final phase for completing The Gardens on Spring Creek is a $3 million dollar
expansion of the visitor center, including a conservatory. Gardens staff is currently fundraising
for the expansion and for the completion of the gardens.
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CR7
PROJECT TITLE: Preserving Our Heritage: City Park Train, Club Tico Renovations, Fire Museum
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $25K
Service Area: Community Services and PFA Department/Program: Recreation and PFA
Project Location: City Park and the Car Barn at Cherry and Howes Street
Project Descriptions:
Option A: City Park Train
Cost: $350K/ O&M: 25K
This project brings back the much loved City Park train in a new, expanded location east of the
playground.
Option B: Club Tico Renovation
Cost: $250K
This project completes the renovation of Club Tico at City Park by renovating the kitchen and
restrooms and adding a second story deck on the south side of the facility.
Option C: Creation of a Fire Museum at the Historic Car Barn
Cost: $400K
The volunteer supported Fire Museum would showcase historic fire engines, uniforms and equipment
while telling the fascinating story of fire-fighting in Fort Collins.
Why is this Project Needed?
Option A: The historic train at City Park sadly reached the end of the tracks in 2011because it
could no longer be operated safely. A new train on an expanded track will restore this treasured
City Park experience.
Option B: Club Tico is a popular dance and event venue but has been showing its age. Through
donations and City support much of the facility has been renovated, including the stage and dance
floor. This historic community center will realize its old glory through this final phase of restoration.
It will also become a sought-after event venue once the kitchen and restrooms are upgraded.
Option C: Fort Collins has a rich history of fire-fighting but we don’t have a fire museum. The Fire
Museum project will showcase a wonderful collection of fire-fighting memorabilia in a great
building and enrich the cultural landscape by telling the story of fire-fighting in our community.
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PROJECT TITLE: Linden Street Renovations Design & Construction
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $12K
Service Area: PDT/CMO Department/Program: Engineering, CMO
Project Location: Linden Street, Walnut to Jefferson
Project Description:
This project will fund the final design and construction of the preferred options for the renovation of
this important downtown block of Linden Street. The Downtown Development Authority has funded
the conceptual design which will be completed in 2014. This block is one of the city’s most
programmed streets, hosting festivals, events and concerts throughout the year. While the
streetscape is adequate, this block is primarily a place for cars. This project envisions the possibility
of a more pedestrian-oriented space in the heart of downtown.
Options include a rethinking of the street to make it more like an urban plaza from building face to
building face. This concept would reconstruct the entire block into a brick street that could be
closed off for special events but still allow vehicle parking in non-event days. As the conceptual
design for this project progresses, the design concepts will become more clear and should be
defined by the end of 2014. Note: BFO Offer 1.19 is similar.
Why is this Project Needed?
This project will create a more pedestrian friendly environment extending Old Town north along
Linden Street. This project will help connect Old Town to the developing River District.
ECH11
PROJECT TITLE: Community Marketplace
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $3.5M
This number anticipates a 50/50 public/private match, spearheaded by key community
stakeholder organizations including the Northern Colorado Food Cluster. The marketplace would
be operated by a non-profit.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $0
Service Area: Sustainability Services Department/Program: Economic Health
Project Location:
Block 33, south of the City parking lot along Howes.
Project Description:
The Community Marketplace project aims to create a multipurpose public facility, which will
enhance and support our local food system. The Marketplace may include space to operate a
year-round farmer’s market, and other supplementary components, including an artisanal bakery, a
local butcher, a community kitchen, a winter greenhouse, and a minimal processing facility. The
Marketplace would operate with permanent tenants open year-round for normal business hours,
and additional open space for temporary stalls, flexible programming, and larger events. The
intent is for the project to become a focal point for local food production in Fort Collins, and
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increase the availability of Northern Colorado products, serving as a primary economic driver.
Why is this Project Needed?
The Community Marketplace has been a past priority of the Fort Collins DDA. However, it has been
deprioritized due to funding limitations. The project would also help to drive the supply of locally
produced food by providing an additional venue for the sale of these products.
Additional Details:
A feasibility study was performed on the concept by the DDA in 2011. The results of the study
indicate that Fort Collins can support a Community Marketplace as long as it includes an anchor
rent-paying tenant. The study also found that Fort Collins could reasonably expect to capture
$11.5 million a year in fresh food sales at a centralized Marketplace. Additional details can be
provided from the Feasibility Study as requested.
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ENV3
PROJECT TITLE: Downtown Poudre River Enhancements
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $4M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $50K
Service Area: Community Services Department/Program: Natural Areas and PP&D
Project Location: Poudre River between Shields Street and Lincoln Avenue
Project Descriptions:
Option A: Coy Reach
Cost: $4M/ O&M: 50K
The Coy diversion project (near the Power Plant building) involves modifying or removing the Coy
diversion structure, creating a whitewater park with viewing/picnic areas, improving access to the
river, enhancing the river’s habitat and beauty, and adding a pedestrian bridge over the river east
of College. The project also lowers the river channel to improve flood mitigation and prevent
flooding of College Avenue.
Why is this Project Needed?
The Poudre River is an elemental part of Fort Collins yet it has never been integrated into the
fabric of our community. This project will connect the community to the river. The project will
significantly improve the river ecosystem and help restore the river’s natural beauty. River
recreation will be greatly enhanced by trail improvements, play areas, river access points, picnic
areas and a whitewater park. The project will also help protect life and property by improving
management of storm water.
Other Related Projects:
Woodward natural area and river improvements; Sterling and McMurry Ponds river
improvements; Shields bridge replacement (County).
Additional Details:
The Coy diversion project is estimated to cost $7.5 M, with $4M from the capital improvement tax,
$1M from the Stormwater Utility, $1M from Natural Areas, and $1.5 M from fund raising efforts.
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SC2
PROJECT TITLE: Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management System Upgrades
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $2M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: 0
Service Area: Police Services Department/Program: Information Services
Project Location: Police Building and Laptop Computers
Project Description:
Necessary upgrades/maintenance on CAD/RMS system (2016 thru life of tax at $200K annually)
Why is this Project Needed?
The current system will age out and parts and support will become obsolete requiring upgrades and/or
replacement. Replacement includes 5-year server replacement as outlined in the IT Service Level
Agreement (SLA). In public safety departments such as police, fire, and ambulance, it is essential that
communications and records systems are consistently operating without system failures. This equipment is
important to the ongoing mission to provide for efficient and highly functioning first response to emergency
situations, police situations, fires and natural disasters, or any other type of response to provide for public
safety.
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T5
PROJECT TITLE: Lincoln Avenue Improvements Design & Construction
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $8M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $36K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation Department/Program: Engineering
Project Location: Lincoln Avenue between Jefferson Street and Lemay Avenue
Project Descriptions:
Option B: First Phase/First Street to Lemay Improvements
Cost: $8M
This project would fund the design and construction of improvements to Lincoln Avenue from Jefferson
Street to Lemay Avenue excluding any bridge improvements and would represent the level of
improvement identified in the Lincoln Corridor Plan for roadway, bike/ped, landscape, and urban
design enhancements. This funding level represents the minimal improvement level specified by City
Council at the time of the Lincoln Corridor Plan adoption.
Why is this Project Needed?
Lincoln Avenue currently lacks sidewalks, curb and gutter, left turn lanes and enhancements such as
landscaping and urban design. The adjacent land uses are redeveloping, especially the south
side (Woodward). Lincoln is an important connection between downtown, the River District, and
the East Mulberry area. It is designated as a 2-lane arterial in the Master Street Plan (which is an
Appendix to the Transportation Master Plan), but instead of simply applying the standard for 2-
lane arterials, other plans (City Plan, 2013 Streetscape Standards) designated it as a special
corridor warranting its own plan. The design laid out in the Lincoln Corridor Plan supports the
vision areas laid out in the Transportation Master Plan.
Additional Details:
Note: BFO Offer 17.2 is for neighborhood projects in the plan area identified during the Corridor
plan.
T9
PROJECT TITLE: Bicycle/Pedestrian Grade-Separated Crossings Fund
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $8M ($800K/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $ 30K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation
Department/Program: FC Moves/ Engineering/Park Planning and Development
Project Location: Fort Collins
Project Description:
This project provides dedicated funding to design and construct high-priority bicycle and pedestrian
under- and over-passes. Amount is sufficient to build approximates 4-5 crossings in the life of the tax.
These projects are good candidates for cooperative/partnership projects (CSU, CDOT, Larimer
County, Railroads, etc.) and the funds are able to provide matching funds for leveraging
opportunities for grants and partnership projects.
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These projects are popular with residents and frequently requested. They improve the safety
and experience of biking and walking and improve safety and operation of the roadways as
well.
Potential projects could include the Power Trail at East Harmony Road, Shields Street west of the
CSU Main Campus, Prospect Road near Center Avenue, major arterial crossings by the Mason
Trail, and other crossings identified in the Harmony Road Enhanced Travel Corridor Plan and the
Midtown in Motion College Avenue Transportation Study.
New grade separations in Fort Collins have a wide range of cost (between $750k and $4M)
due to various factors including type of crossing (overpass, underpass), utility conflicts and
relocations, flood plain issues, groundwater, railroad issues, etc.
Funding can also be maximized by identifying locations where existing projects or road
reconstruction can be modified to include a grade separation for bikes and pedestrians.
The intent of this project will be to build the most cost-effective crossings at the highest demand locations.
Why is this Project Needed?
Grade separated crossings allow bicyclists and pedestrians in high use areas to cross major roadways
safely and efficiently.
T11 Continuation of Building on Basics Project
PROJECT TITLE: Transfort Bus Fleet Replacement
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: Total $4.2M ($420K/year )
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: 0
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation Department/Program: Transfort
Project Location: Fort Collins
Project Description:
The funding of this project would provide the 20% local match needed to replace 40 heavy duty buses
and add 10 new specialty buses over the next 10 years. This 20% or, $4.2 million, would be leveraged
to receive $16.8 million of federal and state grant funding. Over the next ten years three-quarters of
Transfort’s fleet will be beyond its useful life. The replacement of buses beyond their useful life will
reduce maintenance expenses and ensure reliable service to the Transfort customer.
Why is this Project Needed?
With local match funding in place, Transfort can apply for federal funding to procure the needed
vehicles. Oftentimes, federal grants require that local funds are already in place prior to the funding
award and by ensuring that Transfort has access to local match funding, staff is free to seek out any
and all grant opportunities. In turn, by not allowing Transfort’s fleet of vehicles to surpass its useful
service life, the City of Fort Collins will reduce preventive maintenance costs by approximately
$30,000 per vehicle per year or $1.5M over the span of the project.
Additional Details:
This project is requesting $4.2M over the next ten years to leverage local match funding for $16.8M
in federal grant funding to purchase 50 replacement heavy duty vehicles. The project has the added
benefit of saving in excess of $1.5M in preventive maintenance costs that would be incurred
otherwise.
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T12 Continuation of Building on Basics Project
PROJECT TITLE: Arterial Intersection Improvements Fund
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: Total $6M ($600K/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $2K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation Department/Program: Engineering
Project Location: Fort Collins
Project Description:
This project provides funding for improvements to arterial intersections prioritized by congestion and
safety improvements for all travel modes.
Previous funding for these projects was highly successful as matching funds for grants and the
dollars were doubled over the life of the tax.
Provides additional benefits with landscaping and urban design improvements (such as Harmony
and College), bicycle and pedestrian facility improvements, and improved pavement condition.
The fund is a direct and effective way to address citizen concerns regarding worsening traffic,
congestion and roadway safety.
This project creates a funding source to address the City’s highest priority safety and congestion
problems at arterial intersections.
Why is this Project Needed?
A comprehensive Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study was completed in 2011 and identifies key
improvement locations. Some of these projects were completed with BOB funding; this project would
continue funding for improvements.
Additional Details:
These projects have historically been very competitive in the Federal Grant programs. Leveraging
of similar funds in the previous Building on Basics tax measure more than doubled the available
dollars.
T28
PROJECT TITLE: Arterial Roadway Improvements Fund
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: Total $8M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $3K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation Department/Program: Engineering
Project Location: Fort Collins
Project Description:
This project would create a funding source to address the City’s highest priority safety, mobility, and
congestion problems on arterial roadways. These will be high priority arterial roadway projects
identified in the City’s Transportation Capital Improvement Plan, Corridor, Master, and Subarea
plans. Example projects could include: Prospect between Shields and Lemay; Lincoln between
Jefferson and Lemay; College in Mid-Town. Design for these projects would be based upon
approved corridor plans and City standards. They typically include improvements for all modes of
transportation, urban design features, and landscaping.
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Why is this Project Needed?
The City has identified a number of high priority arterial roadway projects that are currently
unfunded.
Additional Details:
A typical arterial roadway reconstruction can cost $8-12M per mile. These funds would be
available to leverage other eligible funding sources including grants, developer contributions,
partnership opportunities, and other agency funds. At this funding level, this amount could partially
fund 2-3 arterial road improvement projects.
This offer provides the flexibility to react to present and emerging needs, and opportunities as they
arise.
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CNL1
PROJECT TITLE: Permanent Supportive Housing
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $4M
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: Operations and management will be incorporated in the development
budget of housing developed with these funds.
Service Area: Sustainability Services Department/Program: Social Sustainability
Project Location: TBD
Project Description:
This project would provide funding for the capital costs of development or rehabilitation of one or
more housing projects designated specifically for homeless individuals and families. These funds
could be distributed through grants, contracts, or matching funds to assist in meeting the housing
needs for the very lowest income residents of our community.
An example of how these funds might be used is a project currently being discussed by the Fort
Collins Housing Authority which would result in the construction of 60 units of permanent supportive
housing for current homeless individuals. The total cost of this project is $12.5M. The City’s funds
could be used as a match to obtain funding to complete this project.
Supportive housing is an innovative and proven solution to serve people who would not be able to
stay housed without a wide range of supportive services. Affordable housing is combined with
services to help people facing complex challenges to live with stability, autonomy and dignity.
Supportive housing improves housing stability, employment, mental and physical health and reduces
active substance use. People in supportive housing live more stable and productive lives. Housing
stability and supportive services for these individuals has been proven to reduce other community
costs in such areas as reduced emergency room use and reduced response needed by fire and
police. These funds would support the capital construction of such possible programs, while local
nonprofits would incur all Operations and Maintenance expenses.
Why is this Project Needed?
Principle LIV 7 in City Plan states that the City envisions that “a variety of housing types and
densities for all income levels shall be available throughout the Growth Management Area.”
Inclusion of this project in the Building on Basics 2 package will assist in bringing this goal to fruition.
Studies estimate there are over 3,000 homeless people in Larimer County. At least 250 of these
individuals are chronically homeless, and nearly 1,000 are school-aged children. Our community
lacks a sufficient supply of affordable housing. In June 2011 the Colorado Division of Housing
released a report on rent burdened households in Colorado. At that time, there were less than
22,000 affordable rental units in Larimer County for households earning $25,000 or less per year
and more than twice as many households (roughly 45,700) at that income level.
Nearly 54% of renters spend more than 30% of their income for housing. Larimer County is cited
as the third most rent-burdened county in the state.
When housing costs rise over 30% of a household’s income, the possibility of becoming homeless
significantly increases.
The Murphy Center for Hope provided services to more than 1,700 (unduplicated) people in the
last year and regularly provides services to more than 150 homeless or near homeless persons per
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day. Additionally, The FCHA’s waiting list currently has over 1,900 families/individuals waiting for
affordable housing.
Other Related Projects:
Redtail Ponds is a 60-unit apartment community that will provide 40 units of permanent supportive
housing for homeless adults with one or more disability and on-site services ranging from job
training to case management. An additional 20 units will provide housing for low income
individuals.
The Single Room Occupancy (SRO) program provides 27 rooms for homeless individuals in Fort
Collins. Resident Managers live on-site and provide a variety of programming to assist residents
transitioning from homelessness to a more stable living arrangement. Referrals are made from
Catholic Charities Mission and post shelter counseling is provided.
Additional Funding Details:
The financing for the development and rehabilitation of housing for the homeless is complicated. It
is critical for the developer (such as the Fort Collins Housing Authority) to be able to demonstrate
community commitment to a project to secure additional funders. This fund will demonstrate that
commitment and streamline the development of severely needed housing for the City’s homeless
population.
CNL2- Safe Routes to Everywhere
Provides on-going funds to design and build pedestrian, bicycle, and transit stop
improvements citywide.
Provides annual funds in the amounts of: $1.4M for pedestrian improvements; $500K for
bicycle improvements; and $100K for transit stop improvements.
Provides funding for implementation of the Bicycle Master Plan.
Provides funding to eliminate gaps in the pedestrian network and improve ADA compliance.
Sidewalk program is based on $134M in needs identified in a 2013 comprehensive
assessment of pedestrian facilities in Fort Collins.
CNL2-A
PROJECT TITLE: Pedestrian Sidewalk and ADA Compliance Program - Safe Routes to Everywhere
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $14M ($1.4M/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $17.5K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation
Department/Program: FCMoves/Engineering
Project Location: Citywide
Project Description:
The Pedestrian Sidewalk and ADA Compliance Program is based on the 2013 assessment and the
program cost has been quantified into a 52-year program. With the $134 million Pedestrian
Sidewalk and ADA Compliance Program needs, a sustainable and predictable revenue source is
recommended to implement the overall cost of construction of a 52-year compliance program.
Projected costs will change over time due to inflation, construction of sidewalks by adjacent
property owners and private development, and project scheduling based on construction of
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sidewalks by other City departments (Streets and Engineering Capital Projects Departments).
Why is this Project Needed?
The City is not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Pedestrian Plan is
unfunded.
Without funding for the required pedestrian facilities, the City of Fort Collins will continue to
be in violation of ADA without a proactive effort toward compliance. Noncompliance puts the
City at risk of losing federal grant funds.
Other Related Projects:
This project is part of a package (bicycle, pedestrian, and transit improvements) that provides
funding to implement a suite of multimodal infrastructure improvements intended to support a wide
array of transportation choices. Through a combined approach intended to provide safe routes to
all destinations, these funds would construct pedestrian improvements for safety and Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, integrated bus stop facilities, and bicycle network connections.
Additional Funding Details:
Staff will continually seek opportunities to leverage this limited local funding source to receive
additional funding from state and federal grants to advance the improvements of the sidewalks,
bus stops and bike facilities.
CNL2-B
PROJECT TITLE: Bicycle Infrastructure Improvements - Safe Routes to Everywhere
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $5M ($500k/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $6.3K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation
Department/Program: FCMoves/Engineering
Project Location: City-wide
Project Description:
The 2014 Bicycle Master Plan is in the final stages of development, with anticipated completion in
the 4th
quarter of 2014. This plan will identify specific bicycle infrastructure improvements that will
contribute to a continuous, low-stress network. This package provides funding to be used toward
stand-alone bicycle infrastructure projects as well as add-on elements to other projects that
complete or enhance the City’s bicycle network. Projects will enhance safety, provide wayfinding,
and improve comfort for bicyclists. Note: BFO Offer 1.6 is similar.
Why is this Project Needed?
This program would be a continuation and expansion of the current Bicycle Master Plan
implementation funding in the existing Building on Basics program. This annual, ongoing
allocation allows the City to enhance bicycle facilities to create safer, more convenient, and
comfortable network. As a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Community, Fort Collins has a national
reputation as a premier city for Bicycling.
Other Related Projects:
This project is part of a package (bicycle, pedestrian, and transit improvements) that provides
funding to implement a suite of multimodal infrastructure improvements intended to support a wide
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array of transportation choices. Through a combined approach intended to provide safe routes to
all destinations, these funds would construct pedestrian improvements for safety and Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, integrated bus stop facilities, and bicycle network connections.
Additional Funding Details:
Staff will continually seek opportunities to leverage this limited local funding source to receive
additional funding from state and federal grants to advance the improvements of the sidewalks,
bus stops and bike facilities.
CNL2-C
PROJECT TITLE: Bus Stop Improvements -Safe Routes to Everywhere
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $1M ($100K/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $1.3K
Service Area: Planning, Development, & Transportation Department/Program: TransFort
Project Location: Citywide
Project Description:
Currently there are more than 200 bus stops within the Transfort system that do not meet
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access requirements. This funding would allow
Transfort to upgrade 10 bus stops per year to be ADA accessible and improve mobility options
for disabled residents of Fort Collins.
Other Related Projects:
This project is part of a package (bicycle, pedestrian, and transit improvements) that provides
funding to implement a suite of multimodal infrastructure improvements intended to support a wide
array of transportation choices. Through a combined approach intended to provide safe routes to
all destinations, these funds would construct pedestrian improvements for safety and ADA
compliance, integrated bus stop facilities, and bicycle network connections.
Additional Funding Details:
Staff will continually seek opportunities to leverage this limited local funding source to receive
additional funding from state and federal grants to advance the improvements of the sidewalks,
bus stops and bike facilities.
CNL6
PROJECT TITLE: Implementing Nature in the City
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $3M ($330K/year)
ESTIMATED ANNUAL O&M: $100K
Service Area: Sustainability Services Department: Environmental Services
Project Location: Throughout the City
Project Description:
Nature is all around us. Whether it’s a hawk Downtown or a butterfly in our schoolyard; the shade
of a cottonwood tree or the tranquility of a flowing creek, nature is the air we breathe, the land
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that surrounds us and the species that inhabit the land. As Fort Collins grows, we want to ensure that
every resident is within a 10-minute walk to nature from their home or office.
In 2014, Nature in the City developed a vision and strategic plan to incorporate nature into the
City’s increasingly urban environment. To achieve this vision, this project will restore 20-30 sites
and/or acquire 4-6 parcels to create a connected open space network accessible by all.
Restoration includes adapting stormwater ponds, ditches, streams, waterways, parks and
other neighborhood open spaces to include spaces that provide habitat, therapeutic
benefits, and opportunities to play. The City will partner with neighborhoods, businesses
and other City departments, including Natural Areas, Parks and Stormwater, to achieve
these goals.
Acquisition includes parcels that provide key links to the broader corridors of the City,
whether for habitat or recreation, as well as linking to existing patches of open space. It
will also include sites with high wildlife value or the potential to provide high value.
Sites will be prioritized based on their ability to provide all residents access to nature within a 10-
minute walk and their contribution to the overall open space network.
Why is this Project Needed?
The City is transitioning from a large, suburban town to a small, urban city with a projected
250,000 residents. As this happens, it is critical that we protect access to nature and the key open
spaces that define our community. Natural spaces within our urban setting are valuable not only as
habitats and for aesthetics, but they are also key to preserving quality of life, and the sense of
place that makes Fort Collins unique.
Sometimes those spaces will be a formal park, trail or Natural Area. Others might be an informal
open space or the community garden in your neighborhood or the detention pond where you walk
your dog. Even more important than the type of space are the experiences they offer residents.
That means having nature nearby, opportunities for personal or family recreation, and a chance to
escape from the urban environment, even just for a moment.
This project supports land restoration and acquisition beyond the scope of the Open Space tax
dollars priorities; additional capital dollars invested now would further this effort in a more timely
manner.
Other efforts that highlight the need for this effort include the following:
Preserving access to nature and the City’s sense of place is included in four chapters of the
City’s Strategic Plan (Community and Neighborhood Livability, Culture and Recreation,
Environmental Health, and Economic Health).
The Midtown Urban Design Plan calls for providing open spaces (both small and large)
within each character district.
The Plug in to Nature study, by Larimer County, found that the biggest barrier for
accessing nature is time. Providing nature closer to home allows people to spend their time
experiencing nature, rather than traveling to it.
A California study of 3,000 teenagers found that they had a significantly lower Body
Mass Index (BMI) when in close proximity to nature or open spaces.
A United Kingdom study of more than1,000 people concluded that moving to an area with
green space will increase your mental health compared with those that move into an area
lacking open space. Another study found positive psychological benefits from interacting in
urban open space increased with species richness – in other words, the greater the variety
of species in a particular area, the happier people are in that space.
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Follow-Up to November 17, 2014 Leadership Planning Team
Community Capital Improvement Program
For the December 6 discussion on the Community Capital Improvement Program, staff is
asked to:
a. Include costs for inflation and O&M;
b. Include the costs for major improvements to the proposed lap pool at the SE
Innovation and Recreation Center;
c. Describe how the Lincoln Corridor plan is part of the bigger picture of the City’s
transportation plan (which pre-dates the Woodward project).
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A. Include costs for inflation and O&M
Operation and Maintenance costs are included in the project descriptions for all projects. In
the spreadsheet (and in the formula to determine dollars available for projects) maintenance
has only been included for those projects needing O&M support in the first few years to be
successful. Inflation has been calculated and accounted for at a 3% rate.
B. Include the costs for major improvements to the proposed lap pool at the SE Innovation
and Recreation Center
Staff was asked to provide information on the staffing needed to operate the proposed
outdoor leisure pool and indoor lap pool for the Southeast Community Center and on
anticipated revenue and expenses associated with the new Community Center and pools.
The proposed 16,500 square foot Southeast Community Center will have unique facilities like
maker spaces, design labs, an ideatorium, idea pods, revive (fitness area), and social
gathering space. The Community Center will have ~12,000SF of programmable space. If the
community raises money for an indoor lap pool ($1.7M) an outdoor leisure pool ($4.5M) and
the lap pool will be added to the project.
POOL STAFFING:
The new pool facility would be managed by one of our current Recreation Managers. New
classified FTE positions would be needed to directly supervise and program the pools, and
hourly staff would be added to lifeguard and run programs. Operation Services would need
to add staff to maintain the pools.
12.75 new FTE’s will be needed to operate and maintain the new Community Center pools
1 Customer Service Representative (Front Desk)
1 Recreation Supervisor
1 Recreation Coordinator
1 Aquatic Maintenance Tech
.5 Facility Maintenance Tech
8.25 Hourlies
ATTACHMENT 3
REVENUE AND EXPENSES:
The projected revenue, expenses and cost recovery is based on the proforma for the Senior
Center Expansion and on the past revenue and expenditure history for City Park Pool and
Mulberry Pool. Revenues for the Senior Center were projected at $24.50 per programmable
square footage. Anticipated revenues for the Southeast Community Center are comparable
to the Senior Center.
Community Center without Pools
Anticipated Revenues: $294,000
(12,000SF at $24.50SF)
Anticipated Expenses:
Facility Maintenance, Utilities, Custodial $102,000
General Expenses & Hourly Staff Expenses $190,430
Classified Positions $201,570
Total Expenses $494,000
Net +/- ($200,000)
Cost Recovery 59.5%
Leisure Pool and Lap Pool
Anticipated Pool Revenues:
Outdoor Leisure Pool $291,300
Indoor Lap Pool (4 lanes) $261,400
$552,700
Anticipated Pool Expenses (Leisure/Lap):
Facility Maintenance, Utilities, Custodial $205,000/269,000
General Expenses & Hourly Staff Expenses $105,000/106,770
Classified Positions and Benefits $58,465/58,465
Total Expenses $368,465/434,235
Net +/- ($77,165/172,835)
Cost Recovery 79%/60.2%
Total Pool Expenses Combined $802,700
Net +/- ($250,000)
Cost Recovery 68.8%
LIFE EXPECTANCY FOR POOL COMPONENTS
A recent article in the November 2014, Parks and Recreation Business (PRB) magazine
specifically addresses the life expectancy of components of aquatic facilities. The article
recommends .5 percent of aquatic facility construction costs should be put aside each year
for future repairs. For the $5.8 million leisure and lap pools that amounts to $29,000 per
year.
The following chart from PRB shows the life expectancy of aquatic components.
Item Years
Pool Structure 30-50
Filters 15-20
Pumps 20-25
Finish – tile/grout 50+
Finish – Plaster 10+
Transformers 20
Item Years
Light Fixtures 20-30
Dehumidification units 15-20
Ductwork 30+
Piping 30+
Boilers 20-25
Heat Exchangers 20-30
C. Describe how the Lincoln Corridor plan is part of the bigger picture of the City’s
transportation plan (which pre-dates the Woodward project).
Lincoln is an important connection between downtown, the River District, and the East Mulberry
area:
A unique corridor that is growing and already reflects an eclectic mix of existing
uses—historic neighborhoods, retail, industrial, and natural areas—as well as a
developing technology campus.
Lacks basic infrastructure in many places and needs to be brought up to current City
standards.
Years ago Lincoln Avenue was a main entrance to downtown, and over the years it has
declined in prominence. The new design seeks to restore its importance as a primary
entry to the heart of the City as well as providing an important connection from
Downtown to the east and northeast.
Lincoln is designated as a 2-lane arterial in the Master Street Plan (which is an Appendix to
the Transportation Master Plan), but instead of simply applying the standard for 2-lane
arterials, other plans designated it as a special corridor that needed its own special plan and
cross-section(s):
Streetscape Standards (2013): designated as a gateway, special corridor
City Plan (2011): recognized the potential for Lincoln to become a “Great Green
Street” by developing a new road classification to address context-sensitive solutions
to connect with Downtown and surrounding areas. The Plan provides guidance to
reshape the street, incorporating bikeways, sidewalks, landscaping, medians, and
stormwater management.
The design laid out in the Lincoln Corridor Plan also supports the vision areas laid out in the
Transportation Master Plan (2011):
Integrated land use and transportation – context-sensitive, flexible design that
includes low impact development elements
Mobility options – supports traveling by car, truck, bus, walking, and biking
Traffic flow – balanced design for all users with safety and reliability in mind
Quality travel infrastructure – high quality enhancements that create a sense of place
and are recognized as world class by residents, visitors, and peers
Increase awareness – comprehensive public engagement process for the design with
an increase in awareness of the travel options available
ATTACHMENT 4
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ATTACHMENT 6
Economy
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 04:15 PM
The availability of stable housing for homeless individuals and families should be a priority in order to
ensure the quality of life for which Fort Collins is nationally known. The city should offer its most vulnerable
residents the housing support they need so that they can add to the stability of our vibrant community.
It is estimated that the tax revenue invested in stable housing will leverage approximately millions in other
federal, state and private funds. In addition, stability in the lives of these individuals and families will save
funds through decreased use of hospital emergency rooms and fire and police services. And the
educational advantages for children are greatly enhanced by adding stability and continuity to their school
attendance.
A stable community depends on stable housing for its homeless and low-income individuals and families.
Stability is a needed foundation for Fort Collins to continue its growth as a vital, attractive and economically
sustainable place to live.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 04:01 PM
The Gardens on Spring Creek should be at the top of the list for these reasons: 1) The Gardens are an
economic driver because people interested in horticulture come to the gardens to get ideas and then go to
local nurseries and businesses to purchase supplies and services. 2) They are a community mental health
service because many people come to the gardens to find peace, serenity, involvement, or stimulation--the
Gardens has it all!
3) They are an educational facility, considering all of the programs offered for children and adults.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 02:56 PM
Permanent Supportive Housing is critical in addressing homelessness and in Fort Collins. It save the city
money in the long run by saving on services, like police and medical expenses, and can turn tax consumers
consumers into tax payers. The city gets the most bang for the buck with this expenditure. Housing is the
essential first step in getting people back on track in their lives. They can't address other personal issues
without stable housing. Permanent, Supportive Housing must be the number one priority
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 01:38 PM
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The Gardens on Spring Creek is my top priority. It seems we have such a gem of a facility right here in Fort
Collins and the expansions already incurred have brought additional activities to our community. Completing
the remaining build out of the Gardens should be a priority for our city.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 12:03 PM
The Gardens with their central location in a continually developing Fort Collins provide a nice respite from
the urbanization. There are many studies to show that green spaces have benefits to the community in
tangible and intangible ways. The gardens also provide many measurable benefits through the diverse
programs they offer. Their education programs provide children and adults information on community
greening, growing food, diversifying our ecosystems, developing wildlife habitat, conserving water, using
other resources appropriately, etc. These are values that most of us living in this city believe in. The
gardens also grow fresh produce to share with those less fortunate through other community organizations
such as the food bank. Summer camp programs are available for children providing a healthy alternative to
indoor activities. I hope the community leaders will consider all these and other benefits of having such a
wonderful resource as they make their funding decisions.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 11:48 AM
Thanks
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 11:06 AM
Thanks for this opportunity.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 10:18 AM
I believe we need to keep it simple in many projects -
we don't need many of the fancy medians on so many streets, just make the streets safe and usable and
efficient for travel
not all buildings need to be "architecturally innovative". Clean roof lines and building footprints cost less to
construct, mean less maintenance, less problems with snow loads and snow sliding off onto pathways, etc.
Less glass, no matter how "efficient", means less heat loss in Winter...
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Submitted on Dec-03-2014 09:56 AM
Not a bad issue in any of the items
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 09:47 AM
I am strongly in favor of improving Spring Creek Gardens.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 09:41 AM
My wife and I are cyclists who frequently use the city's bike trails and lanes for commuting and recreation
purposes. We also enjoy taking out out of town guests to the Gardens on Spring Creek. Finally we are
excited about future development and improvements of Lincoln Avenue, Linden Street, and the Poudre
River area.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 09:23 AM
The Gardens add so much to this community. Completion of the master plan would add a beautiful venue
for outdoor events...such as weddings etc. It fills a niche like no other community amenity listed here. They
have given back to the community through donations to the food bank that have increased every year. They
give back through many educational programs. I believe this is the right time for development as they have
proved themselves to be an important part of our community. They have built much on a shoestring budget.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 08:37 AM
The plan for the Gardens needs to be implemented. The Gardens are a draw for tourists, and the education
programs for youth are outstanding. The staff have done so much with little thus far. As a frequent
volunteer, I know there is little space for staff, volunteers, and visitors in the main building; The restrooms
and drinking fountains are inadequate for groups of children. The Gardens are an outstanding community
resource.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 08:36 AM
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Gardens on Spring Creek are gorgeous. The staff there is incredible. The programs and services that they
offer the community are great. Field trips to get children outside and an opportunity to learn about the
importance of gardening? Awesome. Community garden plots? Incredible. Finish it. What else needs to be
said?
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 07:22 AM
The Gardens on Spring Creek is the main project I want to see go through.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 07:16 AM
My first priority is the Gardens on Spring Creek and these are all wonderful ideas.
Submitted on Dec-03-2014 07:12 AM
These are difficult choices! I don't live in the southeast part of Fort Collins. I'm sure I would vote differently if
I lived in the southeastern section rather than the west central area. I live near the Gardens on Spring Creek
and am a member of that organization, so I would like to see the Gardens completed and on their way to
becoming self-sustaining. I believe that programs increasing safety, saving water, offering stable housing
and managing transportation deserve the highest consideration.
There are more choices in the culture/recreation segment--at least some of these programs should be
funded to make the Choice City really stand out!
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 11:13 PM
not exactly how I'd allocate - given the limitations due to the firm $ attached to each project, this only
generally reflects my choices. A way to rank the projects would add to your understanding of my priorities.
Thanks for the opportunity to give this input.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 08:40 PM
My first priority is the Gardens on Spring Creek, then Poudre River downtown enhancements, followed by
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Linden St. renovations and Lincoln Avenue Improvements. Thanks so much for you dedication and for all
that you do to make our town precious to all of us.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 08:11 PM
I am the beekeeper at the Gardens at Spring Creek. I plan to add another hive next spring. This additional
funding will provide more forage for the bees. This will allow the bees to flourish. I would appreciate your
support for this funding.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 07:31 PM
Great idea to involve the community!
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 07:23 PM
The Garden on Spring Creek is a great place to spend a few hours and see a variety of garden and natural
areas that can be enjoyed in Colorado. The staff does a wonderful job of presenting gardens that represent
Colorado. Not everyone can travel to the mountains or eastern plans to see what Colorado had to offer. It
always fun to enjoy the children enjoying the gardens -- particularly the water features. Sondra Metcalf
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 06:25 PM
One of the best assets of the community green spaces and completion will make it many times as useful as
now.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 05:56 PM
As you can see from my list, I lean toward funding things that tend to get lost in the shuffle. I hope you don't
lose too many.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 04:56 PM
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Transportation needs to remain a focus for the city as growth continues to stress current infrastructure.
Alternative transportation should continue to be expanded. Let's keep making it easier to bike and ride
tranfort.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 04:21 PM
2309 tarragon lane
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 02:45 PM
My first alternate for the remaining $100,000 from my choices would be the return of the City Park train.
Submitted on Dec-02-2014 10:10 AM
We need COMPUTER CONTROLLED traffic signals especially since the city is going to have difficulty
meeting new pollution requirements.
The flow of traffic is not efficient. Signals that are tripped by single vehicles causing thru traffic traveling in a
group to stop is ridiculous. Many times both during the day and in the evenings, I am the only vehicle at an
intersection waiting for a green light. I could easily have proceeded without having cross trafffic stop as
none exisits but usually the light actually allows me to proceed only when other vehicles come into view and
are forced to stop.
At intersections after crossing vehicles do proceed, waiting traffic must continue to sit idling as the light does
not realize there are no more vehicles wishing to cross thru the intersection.
Left on "green only" turns suffer from having to wait too long to make turns even though there is no
conflicting traffic from the opposite direction.
Submitted on Dec-01-2014 05:10 PM
1538 Westfield Dr
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Thank you for offering this quick and easy tool to provide citizens a vote in the budgeting process. I hope
you will especially consider the Community Creative Center and the Gardens on Spring Creek in the final
BOB budget. These are especially worthwhile projects that deserve support to deepen the City's
commitment to being a true Arts and Culture community.
Thanks again,
Dulcie Willis
Submitted on Dec-01-2014 01:00 PM
A new pool is greatly needed in Fort Collins. Between recreation, competitive swimming, diving and synchro
swimming it is tough to get space. There is a lot of overcrowding and different teams sharing the pool.
Submitted on Nov-30-2014 11:12 AM
I support funding of the Safe Routes to Everywhere project, but only if the funding split between pedestrians
and bicyclists is equal. The current ration unrealistically favors investment in pedestrian projects.
Submitted on Nov-29-2014 11:48 AM
I am in favor of an outdoor/indoor pool at fossil creek. I drive to Greeley often to use there facility.
I was disappointed at the lack of public pools in Fort Collins when we moved. I have spent too much to join
neighborhood pools and refuse to continue doing it from here on out. Therefore the only options for me and
my family would be to drive across town to city pool or go to horsetooth lake. I LOVE the idea of a pool at
fossil creek park.
Submitted on Nov-29-2014 08:38 AM
Improving transportation, including alternative transportation options, is important to me and an equitable,
environmentally responsible approach to the future of Fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-28-2014 04:52 PM
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The project that I care most about is the addition of a new pool in the Fort Collins area. I swam for CSU and
now coach for a local club team so I have personally expereinced the need for a new pool for the past 6
years. The pool facilities on the CSU campus are very limited with having men's and women's swimming,
diving, water polo, synchronized swimming, all the rec sports, and the pool in the rec center only being open
pool and unable to rent- there is not enough space for all of these activities.
Now as a coach for a non-CSU related team, Northern Colorado Synchronized Swimming, issues of
needing more space in Northern Colorado has continued. Our program alone rents more than 15 hours of
pool space a week during the school year and over 20 hours a week in the summer. Not to mention all the
other teams and water sports in the area. It is a constant struggle to find enough pool time to support our
growing team as we build to a higher level of competition.
The addition of a new pool in the Northern Colorado area would help to eliminate the over crowding issues
currently going on. For example- on Thursday evenings we rent pool space at Thompson Valley High
School at the same time as a speed swimming program. That makes for an extremly crowded pool area
which is dangerous- currently we have an athlete out with a concussion she got during a Thursday evening
practice when our whole team is crammed into a small dive well area.
Taking on this project is a high inital cost but with the number of swimmers in Northern Colorado the rental
fees will quickly off set that, not to mention the ability for us to host more local, regional, and national
compeitions for swimming, diving, water polo, synchro, etc. Thank you for your time and consideration,
Audrey McMahon
Submitted on Nov-25-2014 02:30 PM
I ask that the $'s be spent to complete the buildout of the Gardens on Spring Creek and to spend the
remaining $650,000 on my "wish list" be used to increase the staff and pay salaries of employees at the
Gardens and any other unappreciated employees of the City of Fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-25-2014 01:55 PM
If golf can save money by making this change, they should be able to work that through their revenue
stream. The SE Community Center should be in with the transportation project to re-route north Lemay as
those projects are comparable cost wise. Grade separated bicycling/pedestrian crossings will save lives,
promote alternative transportation/reduce congestion, and thus should receive more money.
Submitted on Nov-25-2014 12:10 AM
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Let's bump up the grade separated crossing fund to $10M.
Submitted on Nov-24-2014 05:19 PM
While the City has historically focused on pushing development in the north side of Fort Collins, the
undeniable strong economic growth in the SE corner of town has created real infrastructure needs. Cross
town traffic makes it very undesirable to head downtown. Creating a state of the art rec center in the SE
corner and improving the ability and safety for pedestrians and cyclists to cross Harmony (on of the most
dangerous crossings in town) will alleviate some of the traffic that is ruining the quality of life in Fort Collins.
The City Park train is/was one of those unique features that has a value beyond its worth. It adds to the
character of the town and is something that every child growing up in Fort Collins remembers with true
fondness.
I also want to comment on the plan for artificial turf in Fossil Creek. That sounds like a highly unsustainable
idea. Putting plastic grass in our parks should not come before more rigorous watering standards. This fall,
the soccer fields at Spring Canyon were saturated, with standing water in some areas. This had nothing to
do with rain - it was from the overwatering of the grass. The City should look at returning some of the
manicured turf back into native habitat, not adding plastic to our parks. There is an increased concern
regarding the health and safety of artificial turf, and I would not be happy to have my children outside
playing on artificial turf. I'd rather see them have to play on dry, dormant grass than artificial turf.
Submitted on Nov-23-2014 11:29 AM
I think this is an important and necessary funding requirement for all people to stay healthy.
Submitted on Nov-23-2014 08:43 AM
While I think the southeast creative community center would be a great addition to the southern population
recreation, the Safe Routes to Everywhere provides for the safety of the whole of the city.
Submitted on Nov-23-2014 08:21 AM
since the middle and high schools do not have pools like Loveland, Greeley and Windsor, more pools with
lap lanes are needed. Only Greeley has a long course outdoor pool
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Submitted on Nov-22-2014 10:31 PM
The southeast community center pool should be Not be only 4 lanes, it Should be 8 lanes. There is so much
demand for lap swimming this (8lanes)would help relieve this heavy demand and allow for some expansion
as the city population continues to increase.
Submitted on Nov-22-2014 09:35 PM
We live in the Westchase neighborhood. We are SO close to the trails, but I can't bike or walk there with my
kids. Please connect with a sidewalk to the rest of the city (don't need much more than .5 a mile to get us to
the Power Trail)!
We'd love a city pool near our end of town too. We hardly use the other city pools because they are so far
away. I drive my kids to lessons in Loveland instead of contending with FC traffic. I don't think having a pool
at this end of town will take too much business from the other city pools. I think this will end up as a market
expansion, instead of shifting the market.
Submitted on Nov-22-2014 08:58 PM
Thank you for including public input on the City's projects.
Submitted on Nov-22-2014 07:47 PM
A priority project should and must be the community pool in the Southeast. If you approve this project
without the pool, it will no longer be a recreation center but rather a memorial to the mean-spirit in all of us.
Submitted on Nov-22-2014 06:15 PM
I would put more money towards the S. Rec Ctr. with outdoor and indoor pool. For several years now I've
been driving to Loveland and to Greeley with my children to use their rec centers and pools. We buy gas,
groceries and go to restaurants near those facilities. Having a swimming facility in South Fort Collins will
also contribute to other local businesses.
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Submitted on Nov-21-2014 08:11 PM
Please build a pool on the southeast end of town!
Thank you!
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 12:34 PM
My two biggest priorities are the Safe Routes to Everywhere and the Southeast Community Center with
pools. There wasn't an opportunity to show that, so just thought I'd mention it here… And, thanks for
creating this input link!
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 11:16 AM
These are the items that I am most interested seeing completed. We have small children who LOVE to
swim and would use a nice indoor pool ALL the time; we drive to Broomfield frequently and use theirs.
Would love to have something like theirs in our own community.
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 11:01 AM
Thanks for letting us have a voice. :)
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 10:11 AM
I moved here in 2004 and have enjoyed being able to do most of my shopping and errands from the seat of
my bicycle. Keeping Platinum status as a bicycle city is a very good project. The addition of a whitewater
park adjacent to Old Town would be a great enhancement to our being a tourist destination along with our
craft breweries and bicycle paths.
One little mentioned aspect of tourist memories; aroma, the delightful smell of hops and wort cooking at the
breweries, Ranch-Way Feeds blending some malt-like granola feed.
San Francisco use to be known for its coffee roasting, bread baking, and chocolate making aromas such
that you could locate yourself in the city by smell. And tourists took those memories away with them and
incorporated that into considering SF as a World City. We have the opportunity to do something like that, on
a smaller scale, here in Fort Collins.
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Submitted on Nov-21-2014 09:37 AM
Southeast Fort Collins is greatly in need of pedestrian/bicycle lanes and sidewalks. It is sad that we live in
Westchase, just a short distance from Kinard, Preston and Fossil Ridge and yet I cannot allow my children
to walk or ride their bikes to school because there is no safe routes for them.
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 08:45 AM
I love this town!!!
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 08:29 AM
It's important to balance these investments not only across the desired outcomes (i.e. economic, ecological,
cultural, etc.) but also across the parts of our town (SE Rec Center AND Downtown improvements for
example). I tried to reflect this coverage in my voting.
Submitted on Nov-21-2014 08:00 AM
The southeast community center is just too expensive at this time.
Submitted on Nov-20-2014 06:34 PM
We support a new rec center in SE FTC with pools
Submitted on Nov-20-2014 04:55 PM
My highest priorities for the city would be the following:
1. Stable supportive housing for homeless
2. Water sustainability improvements
3. Safe routes to everywhere (ADA compliance, sidewalks, bicycle paths, etc.)
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4. Downtown Poudre River enhancements
5. Nature in the city
6. Bike/Ped grade separated crossings
Thank you very much for allowing the community to provide input on these very important issues.
Submitted on Nov-20-2014 09:56 AM
SouthEast Community Center WITH pools is a VERY worthwhile project!!!!!
Submitted on Nov-20-2014 08:28 AM
I would love a "Northwest" Community Creative Center.......
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 09:24 PM
Thanks for making this a relatively transparent process!
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 09:04 PM
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input.
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 08:50 PM
We want a pool on the south end of town!!
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 08:42 PM
Thanks for taking my in-put! Great to see the community market place back on here!
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Submitted on Nov-19-2014 03:03 PM
We are very much in need of a pool on the southeast end of town. Epic and Mulberry are at capacity with
high school swim teams, FAST, Vortex, etc...
I had my son's 7th birthday party (pool party) at the Chilson Recreation Center because there wasn't a
facility in Fort Collins that could accommodate the event. It would be nice to spend my money in the city I
live.
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 01:40 PM
Pool!!!
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 11:52 AM
Thank you for asking for input
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 11:37 AM
Thank you for the opportunity to provide input.
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 10:56 AM
I really believe the south side community needs a pool!
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 09:29 AM
Living on the SE side of Fort Collins, the funding of the SE Community Creative Center WITH pools is very
important to my family. Thank you.
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Submitted on Nov-19-2014 09:18 AM
Would like to see a Mental Health treatment facility that includes Alcohol and Drug detox inpatient
programs.
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 07:07 AM
A southeast recreation facility with a pool is not only highly desired but also necessary to meet the
recreation needs of residents in this area.
Submitted on Nov-19-2014 06:13 AM
This is so needed for the residents of the Southeast part of Fort Collins. We are a vital driving force of our
local community and too often ignored. This project would help reduce traffic, provided needed community
resource and restore faith for our community in democratic local process.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 10:48 PM
my Family uses the epic center all the time and we love the pool for swimming but it is very basic. We often
drive to greely or to loveland to use their pools because they have such better facilities for children. They
pools are fantastic. I FULLY support a pool in south Fort Collins. We could bike from our house and we
would use it and support it fully! Please please please find a pool. Thanks so much. All of these projects
look great.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 10:23 PM
i woild really love to see an amazing community center with pools to take kids of all ages too. There are not
enough indoor activities available for families in the area, especially for toddler age kids.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:20 PM
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I wish I could have supported every project, because I think most are important. The only one I couldn't fit in
was the Southeast Community Center, which is unfortunate, but after I selected my top priorities I only had
$10M left to budget. I think some of the smaller Culture and Recreation items are much less important than
the Southeast Community Center, but had low enough costs that I could fit them in.
The top priorities for me are Nature in the City, Lincoln Avenue Improvements, Safe Routes to Everywhere,
Grade Separated Crossings, Downtown Poudre River Enhancements, Arterial Intersection Improvements,
and the Community Marketplace.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:14 PM
Fort Collins need to have one of the best community rec centers, or at least be as nice as the Greeley
Family Fun Plex.
Thank you, Heather McQueen
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:14 PM
I am a native to Fort Collins and I appreciate all of the improvements that the city would like to do for the
community - however, I truly believe addressing the rapid GROWTH of South east Fort Collins needs to be
the number one priority. I live in South East Fort Collins with my husband and three children. We DO NOT
have SAFE routes to ride our bikes - or even walk - around the community (we can't even get out of our
neighborhood with a safe walking/bike route). Additionally - it is easier for us to go to the Loveland Chilson
Recreation Center than it is to go into town to use the recreation centers Fort Collins has to offer. i believe
we need to keep money in our own community. Not to mention that none of the High School have pools -
which makes supporting swim teams a challenge. We should be doing everything we can to keep the
community physically active and healthy. The population is getting to big for us to ignore the need for these
two projects to be funded immediately.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:11 PM
Fort Collins should have the best community pool in Northern Colorado. Currently, both Greeley and
Loveland have better ones. Let's make the pool at the Southeast Community Creative Center one of the
best in the state... Let's make it happen!
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What a great way to solicit community input! Thanks!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:02 PM
It should be a competition sized pool. Thanks.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 08:49 PM
Pool is my highest improvement on the south end! thanks
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 08:18 PM
Please make a south east pool!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 07:48 PM
I really love the idea of a southeast pool/rec center. We need it down here. We always have to drive to the
north end of town to go to the pool. Please build a pool here!! Thanks!!!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 06:47 PM
please support the southeast community center with pool
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 05:58 PM
The Southeast Community Creative Center is my top priority of all on this list.
Thank you for asking for community input!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 04:10 PM
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We need a southeast rec center with lap lanes for lap swimmers, Masters swimmers, and high school
practice (Rocky & Fossil).
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 03:28 PM
I highly support the addition of a community pool in SE Fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 03:07 PM
South/south east Fort Collins is lacking an indoor swimming pool. Both EPIC and Mulberry are in North FC.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 02:32 PM
The majority of the leisure pool amenities should be indoors in order for it to be enjoyed in the winter also.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 02:06 PM
Regarding aquatics at the SE Community "Creative" Center, if not now, when?
1. Fort Collins has a shortage of pools. I don’t think anyone disputes this.
2. Fort Collins continues to grow, so the aquatics shortage is only going to magnify.
3. So if now is not the time for the City to step up and meet this need, then when is the time?
Fort Collins is SUCH A GREAT CITY that it is actually a little shocking at how far behind it is compared to
other Front Range cities in its public aquatics facilities. We just moved to Fort Collins after 12 years living in
Denver, and 30 years (born and raised) living in Boulder. Every front range city I can think of (Broomfield,
Westminster, Thornton, Boulder, Denver, Aurora, Loveland) has more and better aquatics than Fort Collins.
Even cities that are smaller than Fort Collins have more and better facilities. 2 public year-round pools for a
city of 150,000 people (and growing)???
And for what it’s worth, those in the Fort Collins aquatics community (including myself) would FULLY
support paying more in use fees to support more and better aquatics facilities. The $30/month for unlimited
use at EPIC is way too cheap. I paid $9 PER USE to swim at University of Denver’s El Pomar natatorium.
And the SE Fort Collins demographics seems to be fairly educated and affluent, and largely capable of
paying higher use fees. The users of the facilities should pay their fair share of the cost, and the current
fees are too low. Pools are expensive... the aquatics community understands this. We should pay more.
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In conclusion, me and my family of 5 STRONGLY support aquatics in the SE Rec Center. Great for Fort
Collins. Great for the health and fitness and recreation benefits (lower obesity and related healthcare costs).
Great for the growing SE part of the city. Great for the High School swim teams. Great for the club swim
teams. Great for families. Great for Fort Collins competitiveness against other Front Range cities. And long
overdue!!
(As a side note, today is Nov 18, and it is COLD outside! Swimming is a GREAT way to have fun with your
family and stay fit when it is too cold and snowy to run and bike outside. I guaranty that if there was a public
aquatics facility in SE Fort Collins, it would have been PACKED during this recent cold snap!!!)
Thank you for your consideration.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 01:48 PM
Please don't forget there is a North side to our community and it has been negelected far too long.
And there is more to Ft. Collins that just bikes and nature.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 01:31 PM
I support and look forward to the Southeast Community Rec center WITH POOLS!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 01:26 PM
I have not seen much, if any, information on the physical health facilities to be included in the Southeast
Community Creative Center/Pool complex. In addition to the pools, physical fitness facilities need to be a
priority in this complex. Thank you!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 01:07 PM
I think this is a fantastic way for community members to have the opportunity to voice their opinion on how
city dollars should be spent! Bravo!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 12:36 PM
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Would very much like to see part of the building designated for Seniors. It is a long way for us to travel to
the present Senior Center.
Great idea, and much needed for this area of Ft. collins
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 12:20 PM
I would love to see a Rec Center on this end of town. The population certainly has grown enough to support
one.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 11:28 AM
This was fun. Thanks for giving me a chance to think about my community.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 11:23 AM
Thanks for asking!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 11:18 AM
We need a community in the southeast side. We have multiple schools and lots of young families that would
utilize a positive and safe environment much closer than other community centers.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 10:28 AM
I would like to see our local farmers supported in any way possible.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 10:05 AM
It appears that a ton of good can be done across the city without the creation of a $10 million Southeast
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Community Center.
If you convert the Car Barn to a fire museum (I totally support!), please keep in mind the needs of the Fort
Collins Municipal Railway Society, which has been operating out of that barn for decades. That volunteer
organization is working to preserve the city's heritage and has a close connection with the historic Municipal
Railway building. A joint Railway/Fire museum could be a great addition to the City's historical preservation
efforts.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:26 AM
Pool with indoor/outdoor pools is a must. Will be a monumentous failure by the city of Fort Collins if this
doesn't happen. It's what the community wants - I.e. The tax payers.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:21 AM
Community marketplace will be a great addition to Fort Collins .
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 09:00 AM
There needs to be something in south Fort Collins to support the growth that is happening here. It is
ridiculous that our HS students have to travel to mid Ft C to swim, that there is no rec center available on
this end of town for the residents. The private clubs are full to bursting. Let's get something at this end with
pools both rec and lap and a place for our community to come together in a healthy way. Let's make it
awesome and something that is well planned for now and for growth in the future. Lots of options like game
rooms, courts, several types of pools, work out room, ballroom or convention/meeting room, rock climbing,
classrooms etc. it will get used and is sorely needed!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 08:46 AM
Priority to the SE Community Center! We need more pools!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 07:44 AM
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The SE park pool is much needed!
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 07:00 AM
Please include a competitive size pool to help with the super crowded pools for our swim teams and high
school teams. Thanks.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 06:56 AM
Pool with lap lanes
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 06:09 AM
The must important thing to my family and I is the south community center...with the pool option! My
daughter swims and there just isn't enough lanes in town so there are kids swimming later than they should
just to get a practice in.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 05:49 AM
Let the 2250000 not accounted for be put towards developing a pedestrian/bike lane connecting king
soopers on north college to trail system on Sheilds. This is a heavily trafficked area, immediately out of city
limits. The current set up is dangerous for peds and bikes. Adding sidewalks and bikelanes along this
section of 287 and Sheilds would greatly increase safety and usability in this section of town. ThAnks for
your time.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 04:30 AM
Southeast Fort Collins continues to grow and grow and the closest rec center is 25 minutes away. Basically
our tax dollars are funding Old Towns recreation.
Submitted on Nov-18-2014 12:44 AM
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Southeast creative center with pool please!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:47 PM
A southeast Fort Collins community center is LOOONNGGGG overdue! This would be awesome!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:37 PM
My address is 3602 Little Dipper Drive.
My priorities would be humanitarian needs first, transportation infrastructure (bike/auto/pedestrian) second,
water conservation efforts that have strong ROI third.
Heritage renovation efforts only seem to make sense if they would generate meaningful public usage
increases in response, otherwise its spending good money after bad ('bridge to nowhere" spending). I would
trust the City staff to select which projects have this kind of merit (over my own judgement).
In general I support development of park space, but some of these investments provide too little information
on "where" and/or how the money would be invested.
The list appears to have a bias towards investments in downtown/old town, which doesn't respect that all
incorporated areas of the city deserve infrastructure attention. I'm sure some semblance of balance can be
and will be achieved by City leadership.
Wish I could support the SouthEast Recreation center (where I live) but that price tag makes no sense
without better information on the intended purpose. However, I definitely see a need to tie the SouthEast
quadrant of the city into the city's bicycle/pedestrian path system. This seems an overdue investment. Pretty
much have no practical access to the wonderful trail system in the city.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:17 PM
This should be a competition sized pool.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:12 PM
Hasn't been fully studied yet - but this is why I would be against not only synthetic turf - but maybe also the
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bouncy rubber areas that so many of the parks have now in place of wood chips/gravel, etc.:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/bobcook/2014/10/20/should-parents-worry-synthetic-turf-fields-will-give-their-
children-cancer/
Also, using raw water at parks ... that just seems like a bad idea if people are frequenting them (especially
with children in tow) for picnics, etc...
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:59 PM
lets get a pool on the south side of town!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:50 PM
My highest priorities include improvement of alternative transportation (bikes, buses, peds) throughout the
City as well as continued economic improvements and downtown expansion and improvement (Linden Ave
and Lincoln Corridor).
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:48 PM
This town is in desperate need of another lap pool. We are years behind all the other cities in the nation on
this level.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:35 PM
The PDF description for the SE Community Center is confusing and vague. (It also sets a record for
repetions of the word "creative". :-)) Option B lists an outdoor pool and a 4 lane lap pool. But then there is
mention of a competitive pool. How many lanes? What is the construction cost of the lap lane alternative vs
the competitive? I like the idea of another competitive pool in Fort Collins, but the information provided is so
ambiguous that I did not vote for this choice.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:25 PM
The southeast corner of Fort Collins is thriving and needs a center that is close. Currently, I choose to enroll
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my kids in Windsor recreation because it is just as far to drive there than North fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:05 PM
It would be great to have access to locally grown food all year around.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:52 PM
My first pick would be the Southeast Community Creative Center with pools!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:51 PM
Please do a pool!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:35 PM
Love the outdoor pool idea. I would love to see a larger indoor pool for the South East community center for
competitive swimming.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:25 PM
Vote yes
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:05 PM
7246 Laramie River Drive
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:04 PM
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I love that pools are back in the mix, but we need more workout lanes for the crowded swim teams in the
area. It is a great sport but people get discouraged by the early/late practice times and the overfill lanes.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:03 PM
Southeast community creative center with pools is my top pick. My family and community would benefit
from this project the most.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 07:52 PM
Thank you for seeking public input!!
I recommend fully funding all proposed projects with $5,600,000 going towards the safe route proposal.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 07:35 PM
I believe one of the high priorities is a new community center in SE FOCO with pools.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 07:27 PM
schools should do swimming pools not city as done for at least 50 yrs in Denver to small little eaton colo!
Farmers can pay their share for market place
Stable housing ? Start lower fees on housing
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 07:18 PM
Southeast Community Center WITH POOLS!โ
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 07:05 PM
Thank you for putting a pool back in the southest community center options, the city really needs more
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aquatics. I would definitely liked to have seen a little more emphasis on bicycle trail completion, especially in
the southeast and south central part of town where our trails are broken and don't in general help us have
safe routes to bicycle.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 06:52 PM
Safe routes and Southeast Community Center with pools are my highest priorities.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 06:32 PM
The pool needs to be bigger. We have a growing population of swimmers. We need more lanes for them
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 06:24 PM
Please include a competition sized pool
In the south east rec center. Thank you.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 06:14 PM
I especially support the following:
(1) A community marketplace would be an amazing addition to our community. Not only woult it greatly
support the sustainability of our local food system, it would improve the health and vibrancy of our
community. I trust that Fort Collins will continue to "chart the course" as a leader in innovation and
sustainability. A community marketplace would continue to "put Fort Collins on the map" as a destination for
those to live, work and recreate.
(3) Water sustainability projects are needed - I hope the City of Fort Collins continues to include water
sustainability issues as part of its budget. Water is life! Especially here, in our semi-arid desert; again, I
hope Fort Collins can be an innovator and leader on such issues.
I especially DO NOT support the following:
(1) I do not support putting a "fire museum" in the Historic Trolley Barn - this is NOT the highest and best
use for that amazing building. This building should be a place that truly brings the community together - a
place that not only honors the past, but highlights and celebrates the future and potential of this fine city.
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(2) I do not support a Southeast Community Creative Center - large swimming pools with a lazy river in Fort
Collins is not aligned w/water sustainability - especially when we have the EPIC center.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:51 PM
Would love a SE rec center with pool. However, it should be a competition sized pool to be useful for
swimming lessons, competitive teams, and high schools.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:45 PM
I can't think of any major arterials that haven't already been widened and had as many lanes added as they
can reasonably handle, so I didn't check that. I'm not sure how badly the south side needs a community
center/pool, but I'm right next to City Park so I guess I can't begrudge them that. I wonder why the bike
crossing at Riverside and Mulberry isn't one of the top priorities for the grade crossings program. That one
totally sucks. And I think maybe the Lincoln improvements could be kicked down the road, or have
Woodward pay for some of it? BTW, that was a real debacle on the city half of the golf course
"improvements".
Thanks
Eric
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:39 PM
Swimming pools in south gort collins!!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:35 PM
Swimming pools in south gort collins!!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:35 PM
Please fund the indoor pool with water slides for the FC Southeast recreation center. We really would love
to have this in our city. Not a culture center but a recreation center. Water slides and lazy river would be
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great!!!!! Thanks
Meta Van Skiver
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:02 PM
By far, my number one priority is the Southeast Creative Community Center WITH indoor/outdoor pool.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 04:30 PM
we need them
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 03:59 PM
I would love to see the Southeast Community Center with indoor/outdoor pools become a reality- it's about
time for something like this!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 03:38 PM
2038 Caribou Dr. #101
With no community center and no pools at the area high schools, southeast Fort Collins desperately needs
a pool with lots of lap lanes.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:53 PM
These are all such great projects and opportunities to improve our great city!
The Community Marketplace would really set our city apart in the region and even the nation as a forward
thinking and acting community. A year round marketplace will make it so that artisans and growers can
make a living year round, bringing more of that kind of capacity to the area.
Thanks for taking everyone's input!
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Elizabeth
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:34 PM
The pool at the Southeast Community Center is needed.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:33 PM
With so many new families and business coming to Fort Collins we need more places to for family fun.
Especially indoors.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:31 PM
The balance to improve the sidewalks and bike trails throught the city for access to everything without major
intersection crossings..
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:28 PM
What about trails? Our trail system needs completion!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:17 PM
I'd love the SE pool idea! We need it in the SE area and it would be great for the community!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:15 PM
I would have been happy with less projects if less money was available.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:10 PM
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I hope the projects I did not choose are given another chance in the future. Thanks so much for soliciting
input.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:09 PM
We need to invest more in green transport and continued support of the biking community!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 02:08 PM
I am so happy and proud to be part of a community that values the need for affordable housing, creating a
livable community, supporting healthy lifestyles, and promoting alternative means of transportation. The
Southeast Community Center is sorely needed to serve the burgeoning population here as current clubs
and facilities are overloaded and inaccessible. To have a Center with a great pool complex like the FunPlex
in Greeley in this end of town would be a tremendous asset to Southeast For Collins.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 01:27 PM
Our family would love, love, love a nearby pool. We live just south of Trilby and Lemay, and the closest
pools are 15-20 minutes away.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 01:11 PM
Please keep this in your budget. The southside needs affordable swimming options also. Not everyone on
the side of town is loaded!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 12:53 PM
The Southeast Community Creative Center with pools would be my first choice!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 12:51 PM
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we NEED the pool!!!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 12:31 PM
Highest priority is for Southeast Community Creative Center WITH POOLS. It's embarrassing to Fort Collins
that residents use the Windsor and Loveland pools because all Fort Collins facilities are far away.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 12:14 PM
COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE!!! With over 30 CSA's (community supported agriculture) initiatives and
small farms we need to give our local food producers our support and create a space that would allow Fort
Collins residence easy and reliable access to their goods! THIS WOULD BE AMAZING.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 12:07 PM
This is a facility that is desperately needed in Fort Collins. However, the indoor lap pool needs to be more
than 4 lanes. Currently, EPIC and Mulberry pools are at capacity and it is nearly impossible to find a time to
lap swim when there is not a team and/or club taking up most of the lanes. Having more than 4 lanes will
dramatically assist in relieving the overcrowding at these other two pools.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:43 AM
save the rest for next year.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:31 AM
Thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:16 AM
Would like to see a bike/pedestrian trail running from new residential neighborhoods north of the old fort
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collins airport toward buckingham street off lemay.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:11 AM
All of the recreation enhancements are on the south side of town?
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 11:03 AM
Please Put A Pool South Of Harmony And EasT Of College. (Sorry, My Phone Is Capitalizing Every Word
And I Don't Know Why.)
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:54 AM
I support the community marketplace as vital to this community.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:41 AM
Please add lanes for lap swimming, i.e. 6+.. Would love to be able to use this pool for schools, masters
programs, etc...
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:35 AM
Please put the community market at the Trolley barn, not a fire museum.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:28 AM
I really want to see some facilities in the SE as I think we are being neglected. First off is the community
center WITH a pool including lap lanes. Next would be getting us connected to the city trail system.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:22 AM
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More lap lanes needed in the indoor pool so that Master's swimming can take place.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:21 AM
A community marketplace will be a great asset to our community. Ithaca, NY has a good model of this, but
it's outside. Asheville, NC has a great indoor marketplace called The Grove Arcade. This is always packed
during the holiday shopping season. Fort Collins has a vibrant community of food producers and local
artists. I think this is much needed, and will be extremely popular year round.
Nature in the City is a great initiative too.Lindsay Ex and Bruce Hendee have done a great job with
developing a strategy for this, as well as seeking out public comment. This is a good, low cost, way to make
improvements to parks, irrigation ditches, buildings, courtyards, and alleys using leverage areas. Nature in
the City is going to be a huge improvement for the livability of Fort Collins.
Thank you for soliciting feedback.
Alexa C. Barratt
Natural Resources Advisory Board
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:16 AM
Please add a 50m pool in the Southeast Community Creative center, with lap lanes for people to train in and
take the load off EPIC.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:14 AM
3051 sage Creek Rd #F31
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:12 AM
2908 Spacious Skies Dr
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:12 AM
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We desperately need a recreation center in SE Fort Collins with pools. You have our vote!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 10:07 AM
SE ACTIVITY CENTER WITH POOLS!!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:57 AM
I would list my #1 priority as the SE community center with pools, the #2 priority as safe rides everywhere
and #3 Computer Aided Dispatch. Thank you for allowing me to provide input!
Sincerely,
Bill Laffey
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:54 AM
Please support the Community Marketplace.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:53 AM
Having a local food system in place is very important.....the dept of defense recognizes food system safety
and presence as a HUGE factor for us now, and in the future. Please make food, food systems, and local
safe food systems a priority. Thank you, Jason
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:52 AM
Myself and my family would love to have a place to consistently go to support our farmers!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:47 AM
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More swim lanes and bike paths please!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:45 AM
Please build a south east rec center.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:42 AM
Please add indoor lap lanes. 4 lanes aren't enough, they will be overcrowded. Typically lap lane pools have
8 or more lanes. While an aquatic center is much welcomed, the ability to do the most basic of aquatic
exercises (swimming laps!) should be a cornerstone of this project with ample lap lanes for swimmers.
I'm grateful the city is considering this.
A SE lap lane pool with other aquatic amenities will only serve to increase opportunities for fitness in all
members of our population. As a family doctor, I encourage all of my patients to exercise as much as
possible, and swimming is an excellent way to gain fitness.
Thank you,
Jason Barker, ND
Fort Collins, CO
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:39 AM
Thanks
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:38 AM
This region could benefit greatly with the addition of a new athletic swimming pool. The school teams in SE
need it closer to home, the demand is high from all the SE neighborhood athletes, it will enhance the
community by encouraging positive activities for all ages. Not only will local businesses benefit, traffic will
improve in the areas of FoCo that the other pools located as Windor & South FoCo residents won't have to
drive north to EPIC and Mulberry!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:16 AM
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I believe a top priority is to add competitive swim lanes to the SE Rec Center.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:15 AM
Please include a WARM zero entry indoor pool appropriate for small children at the South East Community
center
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:07 AM
We really need a community center on the South side of town with a pool. As the city grows it is no longer
feasible to travel to North Fort Collins or Epic for all of our needs as traffic creates such a impediment to
getting back and forth in a timely or environmentally safe manner. My family is thrilled at the prospect of
activities and swimming being closer to us so that we can participate more. Hope to see it soon.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:05 AM
There is some anecdotal evidence coming out that Synthetic Turf fields pose major health risks, a very high
incidence of disease is appearing in college age women who played on it in their youth.
More research should be conducted before we lay these surfaces down for our kids to play on.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 09:04 AM
There are many frivolous and unnecessary projects on here. Makes me feel uncomfortable with the people
who allow for such extravagant spending on "Renovations", "updates", "improvements" to shallow esthetics.
And even more concerning is that 90% is once again only on the north side of town.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:59 AM
Thank you for listening.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:57 AM
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SouthEast Fort Collins really needs support from our city. The number of families living on this side of town
warrant the need for Community facilities. Putting in the community center without a pool would be very
short sided.
Thank you.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:56 AM
My number one on this list is the Southeast Community Creative Center.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:43 AM
4961 Bluestem Court
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:37 AM
Do we have to spend all the money? Can we save for deficit years?
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:33 AM
713 ARBOR AVE
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:32 AM
Our city desperately needs the Southeast Community Creative Center. Please, please build this complex.
My kids will be grown and gone by the time it would be finished, but it is a must for the next generation of
kids and adults. Thank you.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:30 AM
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Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:29 AM
The Southeast Community Center with pools is very important. The SE side of town is growing quickly and
needs the extra recreational activiteis that are affordable for everyone.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:27 AM
I would love to see an indoor pool with play features at the rec center. I was involved in the project in
Greeley and was delighted with how well it came out. I feel we need a place for kids to play in a warmer
water setting in Fort Collins, in the winter. Mulberry has a small feature, but it really is for kids that are under
8 years old. We take our granddaughters there, and our 7 year old has a blast but the 10 year old is so so
about the experience. I know these are high maintenance pool features, but would love to see something
like this in our home town. The cost to visit this pool should still stay in the 5 to 7 dollar range for value to
families. The Performa must work with this price range.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:25 AM
Pool in the southeast!!!!
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 08:15 AM
Do something about the homeless besides giving them a place to stay on very cold nights. They were
sleeping in Lee Martinez Park the first part of last week, very sad. They should not be staying in any park. I
see them there more and more. Some of them are young people in there 20's and 30's who should be
contributing to society. I know some of them are mentally ill. We should not have homeless people of any
age or state. I know some people say they like living outside but we do not live that way in society today. It
is dangerous and inhuman for them and for us.
Something needs to be done about the trains and train whistles. Surely there is someway to improve the
crossings so the trains do not have to blow there whistles all the way through town. Thank you for this
opportunity to have an input.
Submitted on Nov-17-2014 05:05 AM
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NO to southside community center because: We raised money for YAC, then when it was in the developers
way, we had to pay to demoish and rebuild it. When it was for the community, not enough money, but when
it was for a business there was double. Fool me once ...
No point to downtown river improvements if NISP is going to take the water. Like the stadium, let's wait and
react.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 08:45 PM
I think the Southeast Community Center should have an indoor pool.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 06:02 PM
Please proceed cautiously about what is the best way to assist the local homeless and not attract
out-of-town homeless or those that need mental or substance abuse help more than housing. Also, would
city-funded housing be available only to citizens of Fort Collins?
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 04:52 PM
Thanks for requesting feedback.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 04:27 PM
There should be more 'raw' irrigation around town as well as improved bus transportation in the SE corridor.
I would like to see improved safety zones such as 20 mph speed zones and traps around all schools. In
other parts of the country this is considered the norm due to the loss of life after student pedestrians have
been hit by speeding cars. This city seems to be lagging in this area.
The improved bike trails should include a bike lane on Kechter Road. I know this is sorely needed and
highly desired in the SE corridor. Without it bicyclists cannot safely bike to school, work, or leisure activities.
The newly created Tilden Street extension was not developed with a bike lane which poses an additional
hazard for cyclists who cycle between the Westchase neighborhood and those north (including the middle
and high schools). How did this happen?
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Why allow so much infrastructure without these safety measures in this part of the city?
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 04:16 PM
Fort Collins' staff does a very good job of leveraging our local taxes with grants and federal money.
Any of the above listed 'needs' that have the advantage of being paired with these money source should be
funded.
I would prefer delaying the big ticket item of the 'community creative center' until the Mall is up and running.
I would rather see the huge churches; such as, Timberline the coming soon south location Morman church
to provide free community space for the taxpayers of Fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 04:02 PM
A recreation center is badly needed in southeast Fort Collins. Furthermore, Fort Collins is in dire need of
additional competitive swimming pools. Since our high schools do not have them, we need them in multiple
locations. Edora is nice, but we need more than that one pool, particularly to serve residents in southeast
Fort Collins. Therefore, it makes sense to build an extensive rec center in SE FC and include competition
lap lanes.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 03:02 PM
2221 andrews street
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 02:36 PM
Very impressive way to collect community input.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 02:20 PM
Looking forward to having a community center in the south so we don't have to go to the Windsor one
always.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 01:52 PM
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2401 Brookwood Dr.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 01:23 PM
Let's continue to make our city a great place to live, for everyone.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 11:16 AM
I think careful attention should be paid to the possibility of another economic downturn, in that City should
be stashing $$$ for future shortfalls.
City has received bonus tax revenues from marijuana sales but that may not continue at current or
expanded levels as the novelty wears off and people realize that paying $6,000/pound is pretty much crazy!
I am not in favor of the bus replacement option as I believe we need to focus on smaller and more cost
effective buses. Most times when I am on or see any large bus on the streets there are few people riding.
Efficient public transportation should be a priority.
Intersection safety, traffic flow, bike route safety and connections are all important. When it comes to
widening roads such as Lincoln Avenue, let's be practical. Not all roads/streets need fancy, expensive, high
maintenance medians - just make them functional and safe.
I believe that more needs to be done to slow traffic - Way Too Many people drive like they are involved in a
race to see who gets to the next red light quickest, and it is pervasive! Men, women, young, older, small
cars, big cars, trucks, etc. and perhaps more cameras are the way to go - they are NOT an invasion of
privacy as you are no longer in a private situation when you are driving a vehicle on a public roadway.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 09:04 AM
I would like to see a strong focus on improving bicycle transportation in Fort Collins.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 08:41 AM
Safe bike routes and road crossings are my first priority.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 08:05 AM
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Thank you
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 07:28 AM
Increase the Safe Routes to Everywhere to $30M as we have a lot of sidewalks/sidepaths that need
remedial work. Increase the Bike/Ped Grade Separated fund to $10M. That would supplement the SRTE big
time.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 07:11 AM
The south east corner needs a senior center. Possibly included with the rec center.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 06:35 AM
I am interested in affordable housing projects.
Submitted on Nov-16-2014 06:31 AM
Many excellent projects.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 04:04 PM
I would like to see these things funded. I am disappointed that under the culture section the only thing that
relates to any of the arts is the Carnegie revonavations. More money needs to be out to our arts and culture
which are severely underfunded.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 02:52 PM
The SE community center needs to be at Fossil Creek Park on the rec trail so more people can access it
without depending on cars to get there. And it needs the outdoor/indoor pools.
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Submitted on Nov-15-2014 02:23 PM
Thanks for considering my input.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 02:09 PM
Bike paths and safe commuting are part of our city's identity now, and we shouldn't let up. It contributes to
the quality of life that major employers are looking for.
The Southridge water project gives better bang for the buck than the Fossil Creek Community Park project.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 12:30 PM
Don't really have any.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 11:26 AM
If the Carnegie building is indeed improved, I hope the facilities will be available far more days during the
week, and also at a much lower cost to community members.
The current model is probably not sustainable in charging up to $500 / 4 days for exhibition space.
Please consult the local arts/creative community about their needs and plan accordingly.
thanks
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 10:35 AM
645 Whedbee St
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 09:10 AM
Thanks for giving us this voice!
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Submitted on Nov-15-2014 08:37 AM
I have been designing irrigation systems and pump stations for 30 years. The O & M costs for the South
Ridge Golf Course at $10,000 is low, and the O & M costs for the raw water pump station is also low. I think
the conversion of the park irrigation systems from potable water to raw water is generally a no brainer.
Maybe better to let people know how long it will take to payback the capital costs an real O & M cots for the
construction of the pump station vs the rates paid for potable water. This is an item most people would have
no interest in.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 08:27 AM
Until such time as cyclists learn to obey rules as motorists are forced to do i would NOT agree to pay yet
more for cycle paths. In this City if you wish to break the law become a cyclist or motorcyclist - the police
won't care.
Why hasn't some thought been given to improving the storm water systems in Old Town?
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 08:14 AM
Since the funding comes from the entire city, the projects funded should be infrastructure that benefit the
entire city. Golf course subsidy targets a tiny percent of the city residents. The community marketplace
subsidizes a small group.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 07:28 AM
I would love to see safe bike routes installed throughout Fort Collins to allow for people to commute in a
safe manner.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 06:58 AM
Just because the cap is $75 million doesn't mean that much money should be spent. Look to spend even
less than that.
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Submitted on Nov-15-2014 06:52 AM
Can the water, fleet bus, and arterial intersections improvements be funded with a separate tax? Please let
us know if there are alternate viable funding sources for these projects.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 06:29 AM
An outdoor pool is all I want.
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 05:35 AM
Really like the addition of another community center as our community grows. So important for families to
have such wonderful facilities. Suggest an ice skating rink as well. We have loved Epic and all it has to offer
Submitted on Nov-15-2014 04:15 AM
Wondering why the creation of a "train-horn-free" zone through downtown isn't on the list. Also
improvements to College Ave landscaping from Harmony to Trilby would be great.
Leveraging funds for maximum benefit is a great idea.
Submitted on Nov-14-2014 10:37 PM
I believe all of the options are exceptional, however, I feel by eliminating the Lincoln Avenue and the
Bike/Ped Grade projects, our community would get more for their money and there would be a wide reach
for all members of our community.
Furthermore, I believe the affordable housing item should receive significantly more funding. The economic
and cultural toll of limited affordable housing is currently seen in Boulder. They are playing catch up in
regards to addressing this problem and it has cost their community a great deal. We should address this
before it becomes a greater problem than it already is.
Submitted on Nov-14-2014 05:20 PM
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I think a high priority should be placed on transit issues and supporting Transfort's expansion.
Submitted on Nov-14-2014 12:01 PM
Some very good projects on the list, to bad they all can't happen.
Submitted on Nov-14-2014 10:13 AM
While all the projects have merit, I have prioritized what I feel gives the residents of Fort Collins the most
return for the investment. We currently have space for farmer's markets, even if these aren't perfect. The rec
center would be nice but the price tag is high and the annual maintenance adds to that.
Submitted on Nov-13-2014 07:42 PM
My first priory would be in creating safe bike path throughout Fort Collins. Some of routes I've ridden for
years, Swallow, Stover will see more traffic as the Foot Hill Mall is completed, and it would be great to have
bike paths that are separate from traffic.
Submitted on Nov-13-2014 10:07 AM
If there is no indoor pool at the southeast Community Center, I would vote for not doing it at all.
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 02:52 PM
#1 on my list by far is the "Bike/Ped grade separated crossing fund". I'd really like to see the recreation trails
system first of all completed, and then enhanced with grade-separated crossings.
After that, it feels like we need to continue with the original BOB funding. And the CAD/RMS is listed as
'required', so no choice there.
I really like the SE Community Creative center, Nature in the City, and the water sustainability projects.
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Then I chose Linden Street and some cheaper projects.
Then I chose stable housing, but I'm not sure how that is different from the housing project on south college
(next to Woodley's).
Then I added Gardens on Spring Creek and Community Marketplace, which put me over so I removed the
Fire Museum.
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 02:23 PM
2029 W Mulberry St
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 11:35 AM
I think there is a major item missing from the list and that is having the city providing fiber internet
connections to our homes.
It seems like more and more communities are offering high speed internet connections for much cheaper
than what we have to pay right now.
To me that would really be beneficial to the City of Fort Collins. Please work on providing that.
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 09:27 AM
1706 Constitution Court
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 08:58 AM
I give priority to all the transportation and street improvement projects because I think those are very
important for the future Fort Collins
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 08:55 AM
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I would like to see the development of a city fiber optic network for residential use on this list.
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 08:37 AM
southeast recreation center and restoration of club Tico are my priority.
Submitted on Nov-12-2014 08:30 AM
I do not support the completion of the Gardens on Spring Creek as the plans and cost have been greatly
expanded from the original plans.
Submitted on Nov-11-2014 05:10 AM
Great enhancements to this page! Thanks!
Submitted on Nov-10-2014 06:18 PM
More bicycle trails!!!
Submitted on Nov-06-2014 07:17 PM
Keep up the good work! In the ~ 10 years I have lived here, things have gotten better and better. Thank you
Submitted on Nov-03-2014 04:42 PM
I am very supportive of the Public Marketplace. This could really be an important project to support our
regional food system, for economic and community development.
Submitted on Nov-02-2014 09:47 AM
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I am a relatively new retired resident of Fort Collins. My wife has low vision and we ride a tandem bike on
some of the trails, which we appreciate very much. She would like to get better at using the bus system, and
the change to route 7 brings a stop closer to our residence. Removing obstacles is important to pedestrians.
Saving water is always a goal especially in the west. Certainly preferable to needing another dam. Providing
alternatives for the homeless that make sense is a worthy endeavor.
Submitted on Nov-02-2014 06:50 AM
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