HomeMy WebLinkAboutMemo - Mail Packet - 3/12/2024 - Memorandum From Davina Lau Re: 2023 Annual Reports
City Clerk’s Office
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Fort Collins, CO 80522
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 6, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Davina Lau, Public Engagement Specialist
THRU: Kelly DiMartino, City Manager
Rupa Venkatesh, Assistant City Manager
Heather Walls, Interim City Clerk
RE: 2023 Annual Reports
Purpose:
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide the Mayor and City Councilmembers with the
2023 Annual Reports for Boards and Commissions.
Annual Reports Included:
• Affordable Housing Board
• Art in Public Places Board
• Air Quality Advisory Board
• Building Review Commission
• Citizen Review Board
• Cultural Resources Board
• Disability Advisory Board
• Economic Advisory Board
• Energy Board
• Golf Board
• General Employees Retirement Committee
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Human Relations Commission
• Human Services and Housing Funding Board
• Land Conservation and Stewardship Board
• Land Use Review Commission
• Natural Resources Advisory Board
• Parks and Recreation Board
• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Senior Advisory Board
• Transportation Board
• Water Commission
The Youth Advisory Board did not submit an Annual Report.
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD
2023 Annual Report
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The following lists the major items the Affordable Housing Board (AHB) was involved
with during 2023:
1. COMPETITIVE PROCESS FOR ALLOCATING CITY FUNDS FOR AFFORDABLE
HOUSING
• AHB worked with the Human Services and Housing Funding Board in advising City
Council on the funding for affordable housing projects in the spring cycle of the
competitive process.
• The Board reviewed 6 applications in the spring cycle and made recommendations to
the Human Services and Housing Funding Board.
2. LAND BANK PROGRAM
• The Board was kept apprised of development activity on the Kechter parcel. The
proposed development, Kechter Townhomes a/k/a BirdWhistle, is nearing final
construction.
• The Board supported staff efforts to manage and grow this program.
3. HOUSING STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
• The Board received monthly briefings on the implementation of the Housing Strategic
Plan.
• This also included updates and input opportunities for Rental Programing and
Occupancy Program projects.
4. LAND USE CODE UPDATE
• The Board received monthly briefings on the Land Use Code (LUC) update and as
needed, the petition process to reverse City Council amendments to the LUC.
• This included briefings and discussions on needs for housing, affordable housing
incentives and benefits of form-based approaches.
• The Board took a position in favor of the LUC amendments , especially extending
affordability terms to 99 years, and worked to message that out externally.
• The Board wrote a public letter to the editor outlining the Board ’s support of theLUC
amendments.
5. THE BOARD SENT MEMORANDUMS OR EMAILS OR SUPPORTING BOARD MEETING
MINUTES TO CITY COUNCIL REGARDING THE FOLLOWING MATTERS FOR
EXAMPLE:
• Support for Land Development Code and advised City Council not to send the Code to
the ballot but rather work on revisions as needed.
• Support for updates to the Land Use Code
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2023 Annual Report
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• Support for Allocation of 2023 PAB capacity
• Support for use of ARPA Fee Credit funding for homes targeting 40% area median
income at Heartside Hill
• Support for creation of an Ex-Officio position for a Housing Catalyst representative to
support the Affordable Housing Board
6. COUNCIL LIAISON CONTACT
• Council Liaison attended the January and March Regular Board meeting.
7. BOARD BRIEFINGS
• Rental Program and Occupancy
• Private Activity Bond Process and allocation of 2023 bond capacity
• Oak 140 tour and meeting location in March
• State Environmental Justice Cooperative Agreement EPA Grant addressing indoor air
quality.
• Legal and Political Issues affecting Boards and Commissions communications and
community engagement, especially when a referendum process has been initiated to
overturn City Council actions.
• Sustainable Resources and the request of voters therefore
• Housing Strategic Plan (Monthly)
• The City’s Role in Homelessness Response
• Affordable Housing Fee Credit Eligibility and the use of ARPA funding for Fee Credits
• Larimer County’s Work and Role in Housing
• Things to consider when evaluating requests for funding.
• Mobile Home Resident Rights Activity
• Discussion with Clerk’s Office on Crosspollination of Boards and Commissions
• Update from Outreach Fort Collins
• Planning for 2024 Affordable Housing Board Retreat
8. COMMUNITY MEETINGS:
a. Board members attended some of the community outreach and education meetings
for the Land Development Code
b. Joint meeting with the Human Services and Housing Funding Board as part of 2023
Spring Competitive Grant Process
2023 Work plan: The Board sent a representative to participate in City Council meetings public
comment periodically throughout the year, albeit not as often as previous years.
• The Board worked to complete their work plan for the year 2023 including holding
several meetings without speakers to allow for open board discussions.
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• The Board has embraced hybrid meetings with opportunities to attend in-person or
remotely.
• The Board is planning a Board retreat for January 2024 with the theme of public
engagement and education.
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ANNUAL REPORT
City of Fort Collins
Art In Public Places Board
2023 Annual Report
2023 SNAPSHOT
• Completed 42 murals: 17 transformer cabinets, 1 traffic box, 1 Water Treatment
Facility cabinet, 13 pianos, and 10 storm drains.
• Collaborated with Colorado State University (CSU)’s LEAP program and
Neighborhood Services to create a “gallery” of five transformer cabinet murals two
blocks from a CSU-sponsored community mural by artist Armando Silva.
• Accepted 15 youth drawings to be sandblasted into granite Pedestrian Pavers and
placed in City sidewalks.
• Featured artwork and poetry by 33 community members at Transfort bus-stop kiosks
and on buses and are developing art for bus benches.
• Launched a series of temporary storm drain murals to educate the public regarding
the land/water connection to help maintain water quality in local streams and protect
our local watershed.
• Installed ten large-scale sculptures at the Vine and Lemay Overpass by artist Joshua
Weiner—our largest installation to date.
• Supported equity and inclusion practices: APP translated five calls to artists into
Spanish and expanded promotion to community groups.
APP goals and projects align with the City of Fort Collins key outcome areas:
Transportation and Mobility
Neighborhood Livability and
Social Health Environmental Health
Moving by Joshua Wiener Bus Shelter Art by Jamie Quint Storm Drain Mural by
Samantha Homan
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BACKGROUND
Art in Public Places Board meetings started in July of 1995 because it was recognized
that art is vitally important to the quality of life and an economic driver in the community.
Meetings are held at The Lincoln Center, the third Wednesday of each month at 3:30 p.m.
Meetings in 2023 were held both virtually via Zoom and in person. Members who served
in 2023 were Natalie Barnes, Kathy Bauer, Myra Powers, Heidi Shuff, Renee Sherman,
Christopher Staten, and Nancy Zola. Heidi Shuff served as Chairperson and Kathy Bauer
served as Vice-Chair.
PURPOSE
• Encourage and enhance artistic expression and appreciation.
• Add value to the community through acquiring, exhibiting, and maintaining public art.
GOALS
• Enrich the public environment for residents and visitors through the visual arts.
• Increase public access to works of art.
• Promote understanding and awareness of the visual arts in the public environment.
• Promote a variety of artistic expressions in the community.
• Contribute to the community’s civic pride in its cultural diversity.
APP BOARD AND STAFF
• Support equity and inclusion practices in APP projects and outreach.
• Advise City Council on projects and programs relating to public art, design, education,
aesthetics, and APP funding.
• Review and make recommendations to City Council on all APP projects and City art
donations.
• Generate ways to promote APP initiatives and mission.
• Share best practices with other local and national agencies on the APP processes
and projects.
• Support the implementation of the FoCo Creates: Arts and Culture Master Plan.
COLLABORATIONS
• In its 14th season, Pianos About Town is a partnership with Bohemian Foundation
and the Downtown Development Authority, and is administered by APP.
• Partnered with CSU’s LEAP program and Neighborhood Services to coordinate a
“gallery” of five transformer cabinet murals two blocks from a CSU-sponsored large-
scale community mural by artist Armando Silva.
• Partnered with Parks to have artist Kristen Vohs repaint the iconic frog sculptures at
City Park
• Partnered with The Lincoln Center to create artist -designed van wrap and window
clings by Mike McPuff and Jennifer Ivanovic.
APP collaborates with the project design team early in the process to integrate the art concepts
with the project goals. This approach is a model for public art programs across the country.
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COMPLETED PROJECTS
Bus and Bus Shelter Art – For the My Fort Collins
Project, artwork and poetry by 33 community
members was installed at Transfort bus-stop kiosks
and on buses. The goal of the project is to share
artists’ unique Fort Collins story with the community.
Gardens on Spring Creek Temporary Art
Installation – For the exhibit, Colorado artist Jodie
Bliss created a series of sculptures for the Gardens
on Spring Creek. This exhibit parallels the growth of
a seed. From a seed pod full of limitless possibility,
through the stages of breaking free from the shell,
growing, leafing, budding, blossoming and finally
spreading its own seeds. This installation is on
exhibit at The Gardens through late April 2024.
Glenmoor Pond – The project by Fort Collins artist
Lisa Cameron Russell stretches the length of the
pre-existing guardrail at Glenmoor Pond, creating a
focal point in the space for both pedestrians and
motorists on Taft Hill Road. Elements added to the
guardrail are inspired by the illustrations of
pollinators created during workshops with 2nd grade
art students from the adjacent Polaris Expeditionary
Learning School. Complementary whimsical floral
imagery by the artist was added to complete the
composition and add structural support. The
sculptural elements are fabricated from weathered
steel.
Dovetail Park – The three-part sculpture by
Colorado artist Joshua Wiener creates a gateway
element at the three entrances off Miles House
Avenue. The steel beam sculptures appear to
emerge from the earth, like brush strokes in the
landscape. The beams are about 10’ long and
created from raw steel.
Maple Hill Traffic Cabinet Mural – Chris Bates’
bright, vibrant composition is reflective of the
neighboring Maple Hill community. This mural was
sponsored by the Maple Hill HOA.
Lisa Cameron Russell’s Pollinator Salad Days at
Glenmoor Pond.
Joshua Wiener’s Land Drift at Dovetail Park.
A Journey of Growth and Transformation
by Jodie Bliss
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Pedestrian Pavers – Since 2002, the APP program has worked
with the Engineering and Streets Departments to incorporate
granite pavers sandblasted with drawings by youth aged from 3 to
18 into City sidewalks. We selected another 15 drawings in 2023 .
To date, 287 pavers have been installed.
Pianos About Town – Pianos were rotated to 17 locations in 2023.
The Art in Action component of the program continued with 1 1
artists painting piano murals on Mountain Ave. and 2 artists painting
inside at Foothills. The program has painted a total of 170 piano
murals.
Storm Drain Murals – Working with the Stormwater Utility, seven
artists painted temporary murals on 10 storm drains located
throughout the city. The intent of this project is to educate the public
regarding the land/water connection and protect our local
watershed. The mural designs will also be used on bus bench ads.
Transformer Cabinet Murals – The country’s *first*
graffiti abatement transformer cabinet mural program
and now a model used across the country. Painting
murals on transformer cabinets has a high success
rate in mitigating graffiti, saves tens of thousands of
dollars a year in abatement costs, and adds art to the
community. Visitors to the area seek out the murals as
they tour the city, contributing to the City’s economic
development. Artists have painted 417 transformer
cabinets in the 18 years of the project.
APP collaborated with CSU’s LEAP program and
Neighborhood Services to coordinate a “gallery” of five
transformer cabinet murals in Campus West, two
blocks from a CSU-sponsored large-scale community
mural by artist Armando Silva. In total, 16 Local artists
painted murals on 17 cabinets in 2023.
Vine and Lemay Overpass – The artwork by Colorado
artist Joshua Weiner, features a series of 10 large -
scale sculptures. Playful swirls and rings extend from
the overpass bridge fence and continue into the
landscape creating a bold presence against the
Colorado sky and apertures to specific views. Rings
appear to either roll through the landscape or float in
the sky.
Chris Bate’s Muraleaves mural at
the Northeast Corner of Turnberry
and Country Club Roads
Chelsea Ermer, Chris Bates, Dominique Montaño,
and Ren Burke (left to right) painted a “gallery” of
five Transformer Cabinet Murals in collaboration
with CSU and Neighborhood Services.
Joshua Wiener’s Moving at the Vine and Lemay
Overpass.
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Water Treatment Facility Utility Cabinet Mural – Fort
Collins artist Kristen Vohs painted a mural on the Sanitary
Sewer Lift Pump Cabinet on the grounds of the Water
Treatment Facility on west Laporte Avenue. The mural
shows Horsetooth Reservoir with an added x-ray view
showing pipes running through the dam wall. Large pipes
connect these water sources to the Water Treatment
Facility, where sediment can be removed, and the water
purified.
CURRENT AND ONGOING PROJECTS
Twenty-one projects are currently in development and in progress, including annual projects.
The Lemay Bridges, Poudre River Flow Restoration, Stream Rehabilitation, and Water
Treatment Facility projects are currently in fabrication. Projects are usually developed in
conjunction with a larger construction project, so the art project timeline coincides with the
construction timeline. All these projects have an artist working with the project design team to
develop concepts that meet the goals of the project. Upcoming projects include College Avenue
Signals, West Elizabeth Improvements, I-25 and Prospect Interchange, and Utilities Artist-in-
Residence Projects.
ANNUAL PROJECTS
• Bus and Bus Shelter Art
• Pedestrian Pavers
• Pianos About Town
• Storm Drain Murals
• Transformer Cabinet Murals
OUTREACH
APP staff members continue to give support to private businesses in the community:
• Staff provided information on acquiring art and facilitated contact with artists.
• Staff promoted APP projects to the community prior, during, and after installation with
signs on site, and information in newsletters, online, and on social media.
• Staff organized and hosted open houses for artists interested in submitting proposals
to Pianos About Town and the Transformer Cabinet Mural Project.
• APP website has information and images of project downloadable maps and walking
tours.
• Transformer Cabinet Mural Artist Shawna Turner painted a portion of her mural at the
Utilities Xeriscape Garden Party and completed her mural at The Lincoln Center .
• Staff provided information to communities across the country, including Clark County,
NV., Elmhurst, IL, Grants Pass, OR, Janesville and Milwaukee, WI, Santa Barbara, CA
and University of Northern Colorado, Greeley.
Kristen Vohs’ Dam X-Ray mural at the Water
Treatment Facility
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COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS
APP staff gave in person and virtual presentations to community groups, including
City/CSU One Health Institute, Central Arkansas Metroplan Intercity Visit, and Culture Club.
PUBLICITY
• APP Brochures – APP promoted the program and the Transformer Cabinet Mural Project
with brochures at the Visitor’s Centers downtown and at Prospect and I-25, The Lincoln
Center, and available on the APP website.
• City News – The program was featured multiple times in this online newsletter.
• City View – The Storm Drain Mural Project was featured in the relaunch of the video series.
• Facebook – The Pianos About Town Project invited the community to participate with
@PianosAboutTown. APP projects were included on the City and The Lincoln Center
Facebook pages.
• fcgov.com/artspublic – The APP website continued to be updated with new projects, project
descriptions, and current calls for art and artists.
• Instagram – The Visual Arts department page @focoart features public art projects. Pianos
About Town is featured @PianosAboutTown.
• Local Publications – The Fort Collins Coloradoan and Collegian printed various photos and
articles of APP Projects throughout the year.
• Television and Radio – Staff was interviewed by MeTV Denver for their Colorado and Me
series.
• Web – The local community and visitors to Fort Collins continued to include stories on APP
projects in their blogs, websites, and on YouTube.
Ren Burke Samantha Homan
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City of Fort Collins
Air Quality Advisory Board
2023 Annual Report
The Air Quality Advisory Board (AQAB) was formed in 1994. In 2023, AQAB members
discussed and provided feedback to Council regarding various topics related to current and
future air quality, in alignment with the Board’s 2023 Work Plan.
Members who served in 2023 included:
• Mark Houdashelt (chair)
• Greg Clark (vice-chair)
• Dan Welsh
• Wayne Chuang (January - August)
• Greg Boiarsky (January - October)
• Gavin McMeeking (March - August)
• Sandra LeBrun (March – September)
• Matt Ayres (July - December)
• Maria Moore (July - December)
Staff and Council representatives included:
• Council Liaison: Councilmember Julie Pignataro
• Staff Liaison: Cassie Archuleta, Air Quality Program Manager (January - July)
• Staff Liaison: Selina Lujan de Albers, Interim Manager (August - December)
The table below lists the major agenda topics, presenters, and formal actions taken by the
AQAB for each of the 2022 meetings.
Date Major Agenda Topics (and presenters) Formal Action(s) Taken
1/23/23 Meeting cancelled - individual Board member
meetings with Council liaison held instead
2/27/23
Board Orientation (Davina Lau, Boards and
Commissions Coordinator)
2022 Annual Report The AQAB adopted its 2022 Annual Report.
Air Quality Program Overview (Cassie Archuleta,
Air Quality Program Manager; Heidi O'Mara, Air
Quality Coordinator; DeAngelo Bowden, Air
Quality Senior Specialist; Emily Olivo, Air Quality
Neighborhood Liaison)
3/20/23 Oil and Gas Updates
The AQAB approved a recommendation to
City Council regarding regulations for new
oil and gas facilities.
4/17/23
Board Priorities for 2023
Board Elections
Mark Houdashelt was elected as chair,
Greg Clark as vice-chair and Greg Boiarsky
as AQAB representative to the Bicycle
Advisory Committee (with Sandra LeBrun
as back-up representative).
Air Quality Data Update (Cassie Archuleta, Air
Quality Program Manager)
5/15/23 Larimer County Climate Smart and Future Ready
Program (Karen Artell, Outreach and
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Engagement Representative)
Indoor AQ and EPA Environmental Justice
Grant (Emily Olivo, Air Quality Lead Specialist;
Heidi O'Mara, Air Quality Program Coordinator)
Indoor AQ Brainstorming/Discussion
6/12/23
Climate and Sustainable Revenue (Honoré
Depew, Climate Program Manager)
Regional Community AQ Monitoring Advisory
Committee (DeAngelo Bowden, Senior Air
Quality Specialist)
7/17/23
Oil and Gas Operational Standards (Cassie
Archuleta, Air Quality Program Manager)
Oil and Gas Reverse Setbacks (Kirk Longstein,
Senior Environmental Planner)
8/21/23
Discussion with Julie Pignataro (City Council
Liaison to the AQAB)
Each AQAB Board member provided their
suggestions for City Council AQ priorities.
Oil and Gas Reverse Setbacks
The AQAB approved a recommendation to
City Council regarding reverse setbacks for
oil and gas facilities.
9/18/23
Active Modes (Cortney Geary, Active Modes
Manager)
2024 AQAB Annual Work Plan
Dan Welsh was elected to represent the
AQAB on the Regional Community Air
Quality Monitoring Committee.
CSU Smoke-Ready Communities Grant (Ashley
Anderson, Associate Professor and Associate
Chair of the Department of Journalism and
Media Communications at CSU)
10/16/23 Board Operations
2024 AQAB Annual Work Plan
11/20/23
2024 AQAB Annual Work Plan The AQAB approved the 2024 Work Plan.
AQAB Recommendations for City Council
AQ priorities for 2024-2025
12/18/23
2023 AQAB Annual Report
AQAB Recommendations for City Council
AQ priorities for 2024-2025
Future Agenda Planning
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Community Development & Neighborhood Services
281 North College Avenue
P.O. Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522.0580
970.416.2740
970.224.6134- fax
fcgov.com
Planning, Development & Transportation
BUILDING REVIEW COMMISSION
2023 ANNUAL REPORT
BACKGROUND:
The Building Review Commission consists of seven members. Meetings are held on the last Thursday of
each month in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The Commission may also meet as needed in order to
convene special meetings.
Members who served during 2023 included Alan Cram, Ronnie Zimmerman, Eric Richards, Gabriel
Dubar, Shaun Moscrip, Casey Roberts and Mark Teplitsky. Alan Cram served as Chairperson for the
year; and Eric Richards served as Vice-Chairperson for the year.
Council liaison to the Commission was Council Member Peel. Staff support for 2023 was provided by
Marcus Coldiron and Shar Manno.
2018 YEAR IN REVIEW:
1. MEETINGS: The Commission met Six (8) times in 2023.
2. APPEALS: As the appellate body for building codes and contractor licensing regulations, the
Commission hears appeals upon request.
The Commission considered and ruled on eight (9) contractor licensing appeals.
The Commission considered and ruled on one (0) building code appeals.
3. BUILDING CODE OR RENTAL HOUSING CODE UPDATES:
None for 2023
4. POLICY AND ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS:
The Commission adopted the 2024 work plan.
The Commission reviewed proposed ordinance to exempt plumbing fixtures from
requiring a permit.
Marcus Coldiron
Chief Building Official
City of Fort Collins
970-416-2324
mcoldiron@fcgov.com
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ANNUAL REPORT
City of Fort Collins
Citizen Review Board
2023 Annual Report
Meetings
Held
Meetings
Cancelled
Reason(s)
for Meeting
Cancellation
12 0
1. Assure appropriate review of Police Services Internal Affairs investigations through
the subcommittee process. Meet all required timelines, including those for Subcommittee
Meetings, including those for Subcommittee Meetings, Decision Memos, and
Subcommittee Minutes.
ACCOMPLISHED
• The CRB reviewed 0 cases in 2023. This was a decrease from the 5 cases
reviewed in 2022, and the 1 case reviewed in 2021.
2. Chair and/or Vice-Chair will regularly monitor the Citizen Review Board voicemail
and email and handle or forward any issues raised promptly and appropriately, as dictated
by the nature of the communication.
ACCOMPLISHED
• All voicemail and email inquiries were answered timely, where a response was
called for. There were no new cases initiated through either of these
communication channels.
3. Recognize and pursue opportunities to liaise with other appropriate Boards and
Commissions, such as the Human Relations Commission, as well as other community
agencies whose purpose encompasses similar or parallel missions, such as Crime-
Stoppers.
Carried Over to 2024 Work Plan
• The Board would like to tour Behavioral Health Services at Longview and meet with
staff to discuss new resources in our community. The facility opened in September
2023, and this will be on our 2024 Work Plan.
4. Arrange and provide appropriate training modules for new and existing Board
Members throughout the year. Identify, prioritize, and schedule trainings for any additional
noted opportunities.
ACCOMPLISHED
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The Required Core Trainings included in the 2023 Work Plan were completed for new and
existing Board Members.
The Core trainings are in Bold.
• January 11, 2023
o Legal Training – Deputy City Attorney Jenny Lopez Filkins
• February 8, 2023
o Internal Affairs Process – Sgt Kim Cochran
• March 8, 2023
o No Training
• April 12, 2023
o CIRT Overview
• May 10, 2023
o FCPS Department Overview
• June 14, 2023
o Homeless Outreach and Proactive Engagement (HOPE) – Sgt Annie Hill
• July 12, 2023
o FCPS K9 Program
• August 9, 2023
o Firearms Training/Orientation – Sgt Paul Wood
• September 13, 2023
o School Resource Office Program – Sgt Andy Ferraro
• October 11, 2023
o FCPS Executive Staff Meet & Greet
• November 8, 2023
o FCPS Hiring Process and Police Academy – Sgt Mike Boward
• December 13, 2023
o FCPS Defensive Tactics – Officer Erin Feit and Corporal Nick Rogers
• Ride-Along, Walk-Along, Sit-Along (Dispatch)
o More than half of the board members conducted Ride-Alongs with
Officers on various dates throughout the year.
Duties and functions of the Citizen Review Board can be found in the City of Fort Collins
Municipal Code/Charter at: https://library.municode.com/co/fortcollins/codes/municipal
code; Chapter 2 - Administration; Article III; Division 8; Section 2.
1. At the request of the City Manager or the Chief of Police, to make recommendations to
the City Manager or the Chief of Police concerning the interpretation of police policies
and procedures.
2. To review the following categories of internal investigations conducted by Police
Services:
a. Investigations involving police officer or community service officer use of
deadly force, whether or not the use of such force actually results in death.
b. Investigations initiated by the written complaint of any person involved in an
incident occurring within one (1) year of said complaint, when such person
alleges that: (i) a police officer or community service officer used force or
discharged a firearm in violation of administrative policy or applicable law, (ii)
a police officer or community service officer committed a crime, or (iii) as a
result of a police officer's or community service officer's act or failure to act, a
person sustained severe injury or death or suffered a civil rights violation;
c. Any other investigations as requested by the City Manager or the Chief of
Police
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3. To review any decision of the Chief of Police regarding the merits of any other
investigation for which a review has not been conducted by the Board pursuant to
Paragraph (2) of this Section, if review is requested in writing by a person involved
in the investigated incident and such person alleges police officer or community
service officer misconduct occurring within one (1) year of said request.
4. To reconsider any review previously conducted by the Board if the Board
determines that significant new information has become available which previously
was not reasonably available to the Board, the complainant or to Police Services.
5. Upon the request of any other public law enforcement entity operating within the
City, to review the internal investigations of such entities if the matter being
investigated occurred within the City.
6. To make annual reports to the City Council and City Manager concerning the
activities and recommendations of the Board;
7. To perform such functions as are committed to it by other ordinances or resolutions
of the City. (Ord. No. 76, 1998, § 1, 8-4-98; Ord. No. 130, 2002, § 7, 9-17-02)
Classification of Complaints can be found at https://www.fcgov.com/police/employee-
conduct.php
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CULTURAL RESOURCES BOARD
ANNUAL REPORT - 2023
BACKGROUND
Cultural Resources Board
215 N. Mason St.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970.416.4225
The Cultural Resources Board (CuRB) consists of seven members. Regular meetings were held at
The Lincoln Center on the fourth Thursday of the month. The November meeting was held on
November 16, 2023 and the December meeting was held on December 14, 2023, due to the
holidays. The April and August meetings were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The
July meeting was held at the Museum of Discovery and included a tour of the facility. The
September meeting was held at the Gardens on Spring Creek and included a tour of the facility
and gardens.
The Board receives monthly updates from Cultural Services staff and acts in an advisory capacity to
City Council and the Cultural Services Department that includes The Lincoln Center, the Fort
Collins Museum of Discovery, the Gardens on Spring Creek, Cultural Community Programs, and Art
in Public Places. The Boards’ specific advisory functions as defined in the City Ordinance No. 049,
2021 are:
(1)To advise and make recommendations to the Director of Cultural Services and Facilities
and the City Council as to rules, regulations, policies, administrative and budgetary matters
pertaining to the Cultural Services Department's programs, services and facilities and any
other cultural facility constructed or operated by the City.
(2)To review proposals for funding from the Cultural Development and Programming Account
and the Tourism Programming Account, following established and published guidelines, and to
submit recommendations regarding such proposals to the City Council to be approved by the
City Council by resolution.
(3)To advise and make recommendations to the City Manager regarding any proposed
revisions to the guidelines used by the Cultural Resources Board to make the funding
recommendations referred to in Paragraph (2) above.
(4)To assist, advise and make recommendations to the Director of Cultural Services and
Facilities and the City Council on arts and culture related matters and regarding opportunities
to promote awareness, understanding, and appreciation for the value of cultural resources in
the community.
Members who served in 2023 were Kelly Barber, Jessica MacMillan, Jean McGinnis, Vicki Fogel
Mykles, Nandini Singh, Audra Vaisbort, Timothy Vavra, and Leslie Walker. Leslie Walker served
as Chair and Vicki Fogel Mykles served as Vice Chair. The Council Liaison was Susan Gutowsky.
Staff Liaisons in 2023 were Jim McDonald, Director of Cultural Services and Solara Clark, Project
Coordinator. In the absence of a Cultural Services Director from October through December, Jack
Rogers, Kim Manajek and Nick Heimann attended the various meetings.
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1. The Board administered three funding sessions for Fort Fund and recommended grants
for distribution as follows:
Project Support ll January 2023 $65,000 to 17 applicants
Project Support March 2023 $205,000 to 28 applicants
Organization Support May 2023 $185,000 to 9 applicants
Total: $455,000 awarded through 54 grants
2023 Fort Fund Recipients:
ACT Human Rights Film Festival
ARCINDA
Bas Bleu Theatre Company
Blast n’ Scrap
Body/Speak (CSU Dance)
Canyon Concert Ballet
Centennial Children's Chorus
Colorado Bach Ensemble
Control Group Productions
Dance Express
Debut Theatre Company
Foothills Symphonic Band
Fort Collins Children’s Theatre
Fort Collins Comic Con
Fort Collins Mural Project
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Fort Collins Musicians Association
Fort Collins Symphony Association
Fort Collins Wind Symphony
Friends of the Gardens on Spring Creek
Friends of the Symphony
Front Range Chamber Players
Global Village Museum of Arts & Cultures
Gregory Allicar Museum of Art
Health and Wellness Community Orchestra
High Performance Dance Theatre
Howdy Neighbor Events
IMPACT Dance Company
International Keyboard Odyssiad & Festival, Inc.
Larimer Choral Society
Launch: Community Through Skateboarding
Lincoln Center Support League
LuneAseas
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National Association for Interpretation
New Horizons Band of Northern Colorado
Northern Colorado Equality
Northern Colorado Intertribal Pow-wow Assoc.
Off the Hook Arts
Openstage Theatre & Company
Opera Fort Collins Guild
Opera Fort Collins, Inc.
Poudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc.
Sound Affects Music
Sustainable Living Association
The Center for Fine Art Photography
Trees, Water & People
United Way of Larimer County
Wolverine Farm Publishing
2.CuRB members served as liaisons to events funded by Fort Fund, attending cultural events in the
community and virtually, lending support and assuring that the Fort Fund monies were being well
spent and acknowledged.
3.Over the past two years, CuRB members collaborated with staff to revise the Fort Fund grant
guidelines, in accordance with the FoCo Creates Arts and Culture Masterplan. The 2023 Cultural
Resources Board Work Plan specified the Board's responsibilities:
•IE 1.3a Assess and edit the Fort Fund guidelines, applications, and reporting documents
for clear, inclusive and welcoming language.
•STS 4.3a Evaluate current Fort Fund funding categories for alignment to the vision of Fort
Collins being a creative center and destination, engaging the entire community and
visitors.
•STS 4.3b Identify opportunities within Fort Fund to support a broad spectrum of creative
activities, ranging from those produced by previously supported and established nonprofits
to new funding opportunities in areas such as lifelong learning in the arts, artists-
entrepreneurs and capacity building.
•IE 1.3 Foster inclusion and equity within the City’s Fort Fund grant program and within the
Cultural Resources Board and Art in Public Places Board.
Following the development of these guidelines, two community meetings were held in March to
discuss the proposed changes with current grantees and the general public. The Board then refined
and finalized the guidelines. Afterward, a recommendation for their adoption was made to Kelly
DiMartino, the City Manager. Kelly DiMartino has approved of these changes. A community meeting
was held in October to inform the community of the new guidelines. These changes will come into
effect in the 2024 funding cycle.
4. CuRB members continued to support the Visit Fort Collin’s online events calendar and continued
to require Fort Fund grantees to list their events on the calendar.
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Disability Advisory Board
2023 Annual Report
Members:
Terry Schlicting, Chair Evan Shockley
Scott Winnegrad, Vice Chair Rachel Knox‐Stutsman
Amanda Morgan Linda Drees
Jaclyn Menendez Joe Tiner
The Disability Advisory Board (DAB)is pleased to present the 2023 Annual Report to the Mayor and
City Council. It has been our pleasure to fulfill our responsibilities as advisors to City Council on
issues related to disabilities in our community of Fort Collins.
2023 Highlights of Accomplishments
Promoted Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in the community for all people with disabilities.
Advocated for overall inclusivity through the improvement, exposure, education, and participation
of the community while increasing the level of awareness with the needs, hopes and desires of
those with disabilities in the community.
Safety
Met with Police Chief and Fire Chief about their staff training approach when interacting
with people with disabilities including people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities.
A secure place for people to share information to help first responders during an
emergency event. Firefighters can see information to assist with needs and special
assistance. Community Connect website https://www.communityconnect.io/info/co‐
poudrefire
Mental Health Response Team (MHRT). Providing police/mental health collaborative
services through on‐scene assessments and follow up to align with the agency’s de‐
escalation philosophy. https://www.fcgov.com/police/mental‐health
Assist intersection of City and County Databases that talk about location.
Provide a liaison between the DAB and Citizen Advisory Council.
Discussed emergency response and preparedness for people with disabilities.
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Transportation
Improved conversations and cultivated a relationship with Transfort through monthly
reviews of transportation issues and on‐going progress toward service capabilities.
Transfort agreed to provide quarterly updates of key initiatives and of on‐going projects to
the Disability Advisory Board. Will carry these efforts into 2024.
Advocated for the expansion of Dial‐A‐Ride services for all qualified individuals within
City limits.
Actively provided input on Dial‐A‐Ride Eligibility Application and recommended removal of
barriers, streamlining the application process. Will continue these efforts in 2024.
Consulted with Rachel Ruhlen on SPIN to lessen parking barriers with E‐bikes and scooters.
Advocated for updated bus stops and overall usability and accessibility.
Consulted with Dial‐a‐Ride on implementing a mobile application. They are anticipating this
coming at the end of 2024.
High Performing Government
Collaborated with Human Relations Commission on the Disability Awareness Month
Proclamation
Supported the City in hiring people with disabilities through education, training, and
partnership with PSD in creating a school to work pipeline.
Introduced Alternative Cooperative Education (ACE), Project Search and School To Work
Alliance Program (SWAP) along with work that is being done at the Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation (DVR) for hiring those with disabilities, training, and mentoring opportunities
for those interested in their job placement program.
Provided People First Language to City Council.
Identified a pipeline and established resource groups.
Disability Resources Service Group – Providing Programs and Services such as Youth
Transitions, Deaf/Blind Services, Disability/Vision Matters.
https://disabledresourceservices.org/programs‐services
Colorado State University ‐ Student Disability Center
https://disabilitycenter.colostate.edu/
The ARC of Larimer County – Provides gainful and enriching employment and
educational programming for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities (IDD). David Monroe, Executive Director, presented information on
their services and programs. https://thearcoflarimercounty.org/about‐us/
Recognized employers that hire individuals with IDD.
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Economic Health
Planned and held discussions to reignite Community Recognition Award. Established venue
at the Senior Center, along with ordering awards. Awards ceremony was held October 19,
2023.
October was National Disability Awareness Month (NDAM) the City took a moment to
highlight the City’s Disability Advisory Board Chair, Terry Schlicting as a longstanding
community advocate and leader.
Neighborhood Livability and Social Health
Reviewed and provided feedback on plans in Old Town alleys regarding design and
aesthetics for accessibility and inclusivity.
Culture and Recreation
Met with represented from Fort Fund and provided feedback about how to build
accessibility into their grants.
Other Business
Supported Jenny Miller, Disability Resources, grant for products and services to assist
people who are deaf and blind. The DAB provided a letter of support.
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CITY OF FORT COLLINS ·BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
OVERVIEW
The Economic Advisory Board (EAB)advises the City Council on matters pertaining to the economic
health and sustainability of the City.The EAB consists of nine appointed members who represent a
cross-section of the community and have experience in economics,business,or finance;and an interest
in supporting the economic health and sustainability of the community.EAB meets on the third
Wednesday of every month.
The Board was supported by Staff Liaison Jillian Fresa.The Council Liaison was Shirley Peel.
The 2023 board members were Chair Renee Walkup,Vice Chair John Parks,Denny Coleman,Thierry
Dossou,Jeff Havens,Aric Light,Blake Naughton,Mistene Nugent,and Braulio Rojas
The duties and functions of the Board Commission are:
1.To advise City Council on matters pertaining to the economic health and sustainability of the city,
including,but not limited to,(a)events and trends occurring outside the Fort Collins community that
may affect the local economy;(b)immediate and long-term threats to the local economy;(c)ways in
which to enhance the City's competitive position in relation to other communities;and (d)possible
partnerships with other public and private entities.
2.To recommend programs and strategies that may enhance the economic health and sustainability of
the city.
3.To be aware of and coordinate with other City boards and commissions whose actions may affect the
economic health and sustainability of the City.
4.To advise Council on existing or proposed policies,practices or regulations of the City that may
affect the local economy.
WORK PLAN.
The EAB’s 2023 Work Plan established the following goals and priories:
Economic Health Strategic Plan
Affordable Housing
Climate Economy
Talent Attraction and Retention
Regionalism &Industry Cluster Study
High Inflation Impact on City’s Economic environment.
Identify opportunities for local businesses.
KEY TOPICS COVERED AND ACTION SUMMARY
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January 2023.Multicultural Business &Entrepreneur Center (MBEC)Report.Presentation –Katie
Geiger,Tommy Meritt,Edgar Ramos
January 2023.Economic Health Strategic Plan with Circular Economy.Presentation –Jillian Fresa
February 2023.Waste Contracting
February 2023.North College Update
March &April 2023.Sustainable Funding.Presentation –Ginny Sawyer
March 2023 &April.Plastic Ordinance Update.Presentation -Holly Pummell.
May 2023.Budget Presentation.Presentation –Lawrence Pollack,Budget Director
June 2023.Historical Context of the Economic Advisory Board,and its future moving forward.
Presentation –SeonAh Kendall.
July 2023.Sustainable Funding.Q&A –Ginny Sawyer,Sr Project Manager.
July 2023.Land Use Code Phase I Update.Presentation -Clay Frickey,Interim Sr Planning Manager
August 2023.New Land Use Code.Presentation -Clay Friskey.
September 2023.Economic Health Strategic Plan.Presentation -SeonAh Kendall,Economic Health
Director;Shannon Hein,Economic,Health Manager;and Jillian Fresa,Economic Health Manager.
September 2023.Land Use Code Phase I.Presentation -Clay Frickey,Interim Sr Planning Manager
October 2023.East Mulberry Plan Update.Presentation -Sylvia Tatman-Burruss,Sr Project Manager.
October 2023.Downtown Parking.Presentation -Drew Brooks,PDT Deputy Director,PDT and Eric
Keselburg,Parking Services Manager.
November 2023.Energy Update,moving to 100%clean.Presentations -Kendall Minor,Utilities
Executive Director;Phillip Amaya,Light &Power Director;John Phelan,Energy Services Senior
Manager.
December 2023.NoCo REDI Annual Meeting.
MEMORANDUMS TO CITY COUNCIL.
✔Boards Reimagined and EAB Commitment reaffirmation.August 2023.
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✔Economic Health Strategic Plan,recommending adoption.November 2023.
✔East Mulberry Corridor Plan,recommending favorable consideration.November 2023.
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ENERGY BOARD
2023 Annual Report
January 11, 2024
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ENERGY BOARD MEMBERS
The following Fort Collins residents served on the board in 2023:
1. Bill Althouse
2. William Becker (Vice Chairperson January-July 2023)
3. Alan Braslau
4. Jeremy Giovando
5. Thomas Loran
6. Marge Moore
7. Vanessa Paul (Vice Chairperson, elected in July 2023)
8. Brian Smith
9. Steve Tenbrink (Chairperson, elected in January 2023)
ACTIVITY
The Energy Board held:
• 12 Regular Meetings
• 5 Work Sessions
• 1 Memo to City Council
FORMAL ACTIONS
The Board took the following actions in 2023 at the meetings noted:
• The Energy Board supported the appropriation of these funds from the respective utility’s reserves
to support the next phase of the modernization of the utilities customer information system. (March
9)
• The Energy Board supported bringing an appropriation ordinance forward for the consideration of
the full City Council to support the licensing and full implementation of the modernization of the
Utilities Customer Information System – Customer Self Service Portal. (July 13)
• The Energy Board supported the issuance of $40 million in revenue bonds from the Electric and
Telecommunications Enterprise Fund to support Light & Power capital improvement needs, which
supports existing and new customers, but the Board did not feel they had enough information or the
purview to support the funding for the completion of the Connexion build out. (August 10)
• The Energy Board supported the proposed changes to 2024 Electric Utility rates and fees. (October
12)
• The Energy Board Supported the proposed 2024 budget changes for grid flexibility programs by
redeploying the funding for the budget offer originally intended to support IEEE’s 2030.5 Grid
Flexibility Protocol. (October 12)
• The Energy Board recommend that City Council adopt by resolution the staff recommendations
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that:
1. Recognize past actions related to PURPA Article 1, Section 111 Subsection (d) standards;
2. Recognize the value of these PURPA standards (paragraphs 20 and 21 of section 111) of the
EPAct standards for demand response and electric vehicle charging;
3. Separate formal adoption of the EPAct standards does not provide additional benefit to city
electric utility rate payers based on current operations;
4. Council should keep in mind that ongoing consideration of policies and regulation will be
necessary in order for the electric rate provisions to have their intended outcomes. (December
14)
GENERAL COMMENT:
The Energy Board, while involved in many discussions over items presented to us by city utility staff, has
some concerns about the usefulness of the Board with respect to its role and responsibilities. The general
consensus of board members is that the board should be more proactive and focused on issues relating to
meeting the goals set in the Our Climate Future document that Council approved last year and should
encourage Council to address such issues when the Board perceives a problem with meeting those goals.
This issue was discussed at length during our May 11th and July 13th meetings. One outcome is that we
have requested that all presentations carry a component, if applicable, that reflects how well the effort
presented will promote the climate goals set for the city and how well it is doing in this regard.
2023 WORK PLAN OBJECTIVES and RELATED ACTIVITIES
In addition to the highlighted issues and the formal actions taken, the Board received and discussed
presentations on topics related to the work plan objectives and related issues. Listed below are the
activities for 2023 under each of the six work plan objectives.
1. Climate Emergency
a. Discussion how the Board can prioritize their impact and actions as related to the
Our Climate Future Plan and Climate Emergency (May 11)
b. Platte River’s exploration of an aeroderivative gas turbine (December 14). There is
concern by some Board members about PRPA’s plans to build a natural gas plant which is
seen as counter to the climate goals set for the city. A memo to Council is proposed for early
2024.
c. This objective is directly related to the following objective, Implementing Our Climate
Future
2. Implementing Our Climate Future
a. Our Climate Future Updates & Next Moves (February 9, August 10)
b. Efficiency Works Homes Rebate Relaunch (March 9)
c. Our Climate Future Metrics Summary & Definitions (March 9, September 14)
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d. 2022 Energy Services Results (May 11)
e. Building Energy Scoring Impact Study & Building Performance Standards Planning
(May 11, September 14)
f. Discussion how the Board can prioritize their impact and actions as related to the
Our Climate Future Plan and Climate Emergency (May 11)
g. Building Energy Code Strategy Development Update (June 8)
h. Community Wide Solar Visualization Tool (September 14)
3. Cost of Service and Rate Structures
a. 2022 Year End Budget Recap (March 9)
b. 2024 Rates & Fees (October 12)
c. Demand Response Business Unit 2024 Budget Revision (October 12)
4. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
a. 2024 Rates & Fees (October 12)
5. Engaging Beyond the Energy Board on Related Topics
a. PRPA initiatives:
i. Platte River’s Integrated Resource Plan (August 10)
ii. Platte River’s exploration of an aeroderivative gas turbine (December 14)
b. Discussion of other City Boards & Commissions and how the Energy Board could
attend and keep informed of crossover discussions (April 13). Some Board members
have attended and reported back on other city board and commission meetings, and we
hope to continue and expand on this effort in the future.as these relate to our role.
6. Protecting Light & Power Assets & Customers
a. Operational Updates (February 9, May 11, June 8, November 9)
b. New equipment purchases, implication of long lead times in a rising-cost
environment (transformers, etc.) (February 9)
c. Discussed reserve funding management and raised concerns about using reserves
for loans for non-L&P needs (Connexion). The Board drafted a memo to City Council
about this matter in August (March 9, August 10)
d. Customer Information System (CIS) Off Cycle Appropriation Request (March 9, July
13)
e. Federal & State Funding Update (April 13)
f. Transformer Load Shaping Analysis (April 13)
g. Capital Improvement Debt Issuance (August 10)
7. Ongoing Responsibilities
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a. Discussion of the Energy Boards Objectives/Duties and how they can best utilize
their time and resources, as well as staff’s (July 13)
b. Ongoing discussions and motions regarding electrification including Electric Vehicle
(EV) charging, Residential Solar Panel size limitations (120% rule), Epic Homes
Program
c. Engaged with Platte River Power Authority for continuing advancement of the City’s
energy, climate, and air pollution goals, including a 100% renewable resource mix
by 2030.
i. Platte River’s Integrated Resources Plan (August 10)
ii. Platte River’s exploration of an aeroderivative gas turbine (December 14)
d. Other items that are brought before the board.
8. Occasional or Impromptu Discussions:
a. Electrification
b. Platte River’s plan to join a regional Market and its local impact
c. Riverside Community Solar Garden issue (November 9, December 14)
d. Equity issues involving IQAP and other initiatives (October 12)
e. Reviewed process of the “shall consider” requirements of PURPA under the
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (December 14)
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December 13, 2023
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The Golf Board advises and makes recommendations to the Director of Community
Services and the City Council as to rules, regulations, policies, administrative and budgetary
matters pertaining to the operation and maintenance of all City owned golf courses; City
Park Nine, Collindale and SouthRidge.
The City of Fort Collins Golf Board held 6 Regular meetings and a Course Outing in May.
Board Members were Patrick Dawson, John Litel, Jon Schmunk, Melissa King & Ross
Liggett. John Litel resigned from the Board in February.
The Board elected officers were Ross Liggett, Board Chairperson, along with Melissa King,
as Board Vice Chairperson and Jon Schmunk as Board Secretary.
Jeni Arndt served as City Council Liaison to the Board. Mike Calhoon, Director of Parks,
along with Scott Phelps, Manager of Golf, Kristin Flower, Finance Analyst, and Dawn Worth,
Business Support, provided staff support to the Board. Liz Danzig, Valerie Van Ryn & Emily
Haukeness provided Marketing support.
1. GOLF BOARD STRUCTURE AND GOALS
Continued to be advocates for City of Fort Collins Golf Division.
Advocates for sustainable improvements.
The Board advocated for the Youth Scholarship Fund.
o It was determined that a citizen committee, with guidance from City Give, would
be taking over the Scholarship Fund after this year.
In September the City Council voted to absorb the Golf Board into the Parks &
Recreation Board. Golf Board Members had the opportunity to transfer to the P&R
Board.
o Patrick Dawson was the only member who chose to do so.
o He will take feedback from the golf constituents to the P&R Board.
2. BUDGET/FEES
The Board was updated regarding the financial status of the Golf Division.
Reviewed the 2024 fees in April & October.
3. ROUNDS/ANNUAL PASS SALES
In 2023 we had 99,414 8-hole rounds. This is a 5.04% increase from last year.
We sold 563 annual passes.
o This is 14% down from 2022, youth passes being the largest decrease.
o There were more Youth on Course rounds, than youth pass rounds in
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2023.
o 2024 passes were sold at the 2023 rates, in hopes of increasing sales.
4. NEW POINT OF SALE SYSTEM
Staff continued to learn the reporting features of the system.
Continued marketing through Pitch.
o Lightspeed marketing tool
5. MARKETING
Regional Partnerships
o Continued to research opportunities for partnerships.
o The Birdie Alliance program continued, with the cities of Boulder, Este Park &
Greeley, exchanging complementary rounds that were used to incentivize the
Super Pass value and for Marketing Promotions.
Social Media
o Created consistent social media presence.
o Staff recruitment
o Continued monthly newsletter.
o Live League & Tournament posts
Golf Specials & Course Promotions
o Green Saver
o Holiday Promotion
o League Promotions
o Event Rental Space Promotion
o Non-PT & Off-Season Rates
Tournament Kits
o Updated with 2023 fee increases.
o Given out with donation requests.
Junior Golf
o Awarded a total of $8,050 to 119 Youth Scholarship applicants.
o Updated website to better highlight Junior golf.
o 5th graders golf for free golf program
o Junior golf camps
o Youth on Course
o Promoted Junior Passes
o No per play fee
o 6 additional buddy visits
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Digital & Print
o Cart Plaquards
o Materials for annual pass vs. premier card comparison
o Fee sheets
o Facility television monitor ads
o Advertisements at CSU games.
Partnerships
o Continued our partnership with CSU Athletics & Poudre School District
Sponsorships
o Elevations
o Scorecards & 4th of July Tournament at City Park Nine.
o Dellenbach
o Scorecards
o Pedersen Toyota
o Sponsored the range balls.
6. COURSE UPDATES/EVENTS
The Golf Professionals presented to the Board in February
The City Championship was held at all three courses.
CSU intermural leagues played at all three courses.
The Women’s Open was held at Collindale & Southridge.
City Park Nine
o Updated signs at the course.
o Contract extension for Matt Magley, City Park Nine, Golf Professional, was
discussed in October.
o Groomed the course for cross country skiing.
Collindale
o Rebuilt diversion structure.
o Held the 2nd Annual Fireworks event in celebration in September.
o A portion of the proceeds went to the Youth Scholarship Fund.
o Completed concrete cart path widening.
o Replaced refrigeration unit in the restaurant at Collindale.
o HVAC updates took place in the clubhouse.
o ADA restroom improvements.
o Irrigation ditch diversion.
o Bids for concrete expansion.
o Fuel tanks replaced.
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Southridge
o The irrigation project was completed in May.
o Installed pond lining & wet well on hole #5.
o Dredged pond on #11 & #12.
o Replaced safety netting along Lemay.
o ADA restroom improvements.
o Repaired flooding in clubhouse.
7. SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
The Board was strong advocates for the Southridge irrigation & native grass project.
Continued integration of electric and hybrid equipment at all courses.
8. POLICIES & PROCEDURES
The Board reviewed policy updates in October.
9. STAFF UPDATES
City Park Nine
o Nate Blackwell was hired as a Technician.
Southridge
o Ken Smith retired after 30+ years of service.
o Evan Forgue was hired as the Assistant Superintendent.
Collindale
o Tim Miller completed QS pesticide applicator & Toro Mechanic training in
Minneapolis.
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General Employees Retirement Committee
(GERC)
2023 Annual Report
9 Meetings Held 3 Meetings Cancelled Meetings canceled due to lack of
agenda topics
1. Prepare 2023 GERC Annual Report for City Council prior to January 31,
2024.
2. Elect Officers and Review GERC standing rules in February 2023.
Elections took place as required. Clark Mapes was reelected Chair and
Randy Bailey was elected Vice Chair.
3. Continue Monitoring of Retirement Plan and the appropriate level of
contributions. The preliminary Actuary Valuation report for year-end 2022
was reviewed by the GERC at the March 9, 2023, meeting. The valuation
report was adopted by the committee.
4. Revise assumptions prior to March 1, if necessary for the 2023 report.
The assumptions were reviewed at the February 9th meeting.
5. The ‘Personal Retirement Planning Statement’ form was discussed at the
April meeting with no changes recommended by the committee. The
statements were distributed to active GERP participants in April.
6. Review Quarterly and Monthly Investment Reports. The quarterly
investment reports were reviewed by the committee to verify the
investment portfolio is in compliance with GERP policy. Changes to the
portfolio were also reviewed along with investment performance.
7. Prepare Work Plan for 2024 by November 2023. Reviewed the GERC
Work Plan for 2024 at the October 7, 2023, meeting. The 2023 work plan
was approved and submitted to the City Clerk.
8. Provide and enhance educational opportunities for GERP members and
GERC Board members as appropriate. During 2024, we plan to have the
entire Board trained by Innovest Portfolio Solutions LLC in their fiduciary
responsibilities.
9. The web site for the General Employees’ Retirement Committee will be
monitored and updated as needed, and the meeting minutes will be
posted once they have been approved and signed. The staff liaison will
work with the Boards & Commission Team in the City Clerk’s office to
make sure all posted information is current.
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
2023 Annual Report
Active Commission Members as of December 31, 2023:
Jim Rose, Chair (Architectural historian; Architect) – Appointed 9/1/2020
Bonnie Gibson, Vice Chair (Archeologist) – Appointed 8/16/2022
Anne Nelson (Architect) – Appointed 1/7/2020
Jenna Edwards (Historian; Archivist) – Appointed 8/16/2022
Margo Carlock (Historian) – Appointed 12/21/2022
David Woodlee – (HVAC Professional) - Appointed 4/1/2023
Tom Wilson – (Realtor) - Appointed 7/1/2023
Andy Smith (Realtor) – Appointed 4/1/2023 (Resigned to take position with City of Fort Collins on
January 9, 2024)
100% (8 of 8 members) of the HPC was composed of credentialed preservation-related
professionals based on the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) requirements. A minimum of 40% of
qualified professionals is required for preservation commissions serving Certified Local
Governments by the State Historic Preservation Office (History Colorado).
The City of Fort Collins also prioritizes qualified staff who meet the SOI requirements for
preservation professionals. In 2023, the staff who supported the work of the HPC consisted of the
following:
To provide additional information for the work of the HPC, the City of Fort Collins relies on
preservation contractors for ongoing, ad hoc historic property survey work to support the City's
regulatory requirements. The Commission considers their documentation of properties that are
under consideration for landmark nominations, design review, demolition review, and adaptive
reuse for development projects.
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Commission training opportunities:
The Historic Preservation Commission is a quasi-judicial body that makes decisions regarding
Landmark Design Review and provides professional recommendations to City Council and other
decision makers regarding proposed new City Landmarks and development review applications
that affect historic resources. Ongoing training in the application of the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards to decision-making, the full requirements of the Fort Collins Code regarding historic
resources, and the local history of the Fort Collins community is important for the HPC to function
effectively on behalf of the community. There were two components to the 2023 training program:
Statewide Training Conference: The annual Saving Places Conference (sponsored by Colorado
Preservation, Inc) was held in Boulder, CO in February 2023. The entire HPC was registered for
the event through the City’s group reservation process and members could choose to attend in
person or virtually.
Ongoing Work Session Training Modules: In 2023, City staff presented sessions on the following
topics: additions to historic buildings that comply with the SOI Standards, an introduction to
preservation methods, demolition policy basics, the development review process, the landmark
nomination process and landmark design review, proposed changes to the land use code to
support strategic housing goals, basic legal requirements for serving as a Commission member,
Jewish history in Fort Collins, civil rights history in Fort Collins, women’s suffrage history in Fort
Collins, and Hispanic/Latinx history in Fort Collins.
Public meetings:
Regular meetings (10):
January 18, 2023
February 15, 2023
March 15, 2023
April 19, 2023
May 17, 2023
June 21, 2023
August 16, 2023
September 20, 2023
October 18, 2023
November 15, 2023
Work sessions (9):
January 11, 2023
March 8, 2023
April 12, 2023
May 10, 2023
June 14, 2023
August 9, 2023
September 13, 2023
October 11, 2023
November 8, 2023
Per City of Fort Collins requirements, whenever one or more quasi-judicial items are on the
agenda, the HPC meetings must be in-person for HPC members, while the public may participate
either in-person or remotely.
Landmark Designations – Recommendations to Council
Emma Malaby Grocery Property, 313 N Meldrum (recommended; designated August 15, 2023)
Alexander and Emma Barry Farm Property, 232 E Vine (recommended; designated July 18, 2023)
401 Smith Landmark Boundary Change (recommended; approved by Council)
323 S Loomis (non-owner initiated; did not recommend to Council)
1802 N College (non-owner initiated; did not recommend to Council)
Local landmark design review:
There are 300 properties designated as local Fort Collins landmarks and protected by ordinance.
Related to those properties, 78 design review applications came forward in 2023. Five (5) were
brought to the HPC for decisions. The remainder were simple enough to be reviewed at the staff
level.
Landmark eligibility determinations:
Landmark eligibility determinations are made by staff but may be appealed to the HPC. In 2023,
the HPC saw one appeal of a staff decision for 825 N College Avenue, which the Commission had
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reviewed and upheld in October 2022. After the item went on to Council on a second appeal,
Council remanded the item back to the HPC, which again upheld the determination of eligibility on
a unanimous vote.
National Register of Historic Places and federal review:
Staff provides comment to History Colorado for any projects that have federal involvement (funding
or permitting) and require evaluation of potential adverse impacts on properties that are eligible for
or listed on the National Register. Those activities are presented the HPC for monthly review at
their monthly meetings. In 2023, there were 3:
HUD – Harmony Cottages
HUD – Heartside Hill
CDOT – Mail Creek RR Pedestrian Overpass
Development Review:
Conceptual Development Review of 220 E Oak
Development Review of 209 Cherry Mixed Use Project
3105 E Harmony Minor Amendment (CASA of Larimer County)
Single-Family Demolition Noticing
127 N Grant
210 S Grant
1224 Magnolia/330 Scott
512 Edwards
416 Stover
Incentive programs:
Staff also provided monthly reports to the HPC on activities related to the City’s two financial
incentive programs for historic resources (Design Assistance mini-grants and Landmark
Rehabilitation Loans).
Friend of Preservation Awards:
The 2023 Friend of Preservation Awards sponsored by the HPC recognized several preservation
and local history leaders in the community and again included a catered outdoor reception in the
xeriscape garden in front of City Hall that included Commission members, family and friends of
awardees, City Council members, and staff.
Special projects:
Two historic context studies that began in 2022 continued through 2023: an architectural theme
study detailing the work of noted local mid-century architect William Robb, and a civil rights context
study that will provide an intersectional overview of civil rights themes in Fort Collins history, with
associated significant properties identified for future study. Both are funded by the State Historical
Fund of History Colorado.
The College Avenue Downtown survey project of fifty (50) commercial properties between Mulberry
Street and Laporte Avenue, funded with a grant from the State Historical Fund of History Colorado,
continued in 2023 with review and input by the HPC.
2024 Forecast:
In addition to the usual flow of quasi-judicial items for decisions or recommendations, the 2024
HPC work plan recognizes supplementary activities and priorities under the four (4) thematic
activity areas established in 2023. For these areas, either the full Commission, a subcommittee of
the HPC, or individual members will contribute directly or work with staff and community members
to support and guide collaborative activities:
1) Support building an equitable, affordable, and vibrant community
2) Grow a collaborative and inclusive network through improved public engagement
3) Strengthen connections to climate resilience work
4) Develop modernized and expanded tools for historic preservation
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HRC MISSION STATEMENT
As community leaders and advisors, the Human Relations Commission
collaborates, educates and advocates for equity and inclusion
in the City of Fort Collins.
INTRODUCTION
The 2023 Human Relations Commissioners included Masood Ahmad, Teresa
Cribelli (appointed 7/23), Kevin John Goff (appointed 8/23), Beth Jaeger,
Torin Kaletsky (resigned 5/23), Barb Kistler, Fabiola Pascual Luna (resigned
8/23), Kyle Teramoto, Phil Walker, Miho Yoshioka (appointed 7/23), and
Coronda Ziegler.
The HRC continued with a broad plan for supporting human relations issues
that were pertinent to the City of Fort Collins, aligning its goals with City
Outcome Areas of: Neighborhood Livability and Social Health, Safe
Community and High Performing Government.
Consistent with City Code and HRC’s Mission Statement, as community
leaders and advisors to City Council, the HRC researched, deliberated and
took proactive and responsive measures to promote the dignity of individuals
and groups in Fort Collins.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
A number of guest speakers were invited or requested to speak to the HRC in
order to build community relationships, learn about issues related to diversity,
equity and inclusion in Fort Collins, and to advocate for social justice. Some
of the HRC’s monthly meeting guests included:
Maya Jairam, community member and former HRC chair, requested that
the HRC support a Diwali celebration in conjunction with the November
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Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Old Town Square (2/23).
Emily Francis, Mayor Pro Tem and HRC Council Liaison, discussed City
Council priorities and HRC support of City initiatives (4/23).
Ginny Sawyer, Project and Policy Manager, presented information
regarding the City’s Sustainable Funding efforts (7/23).
Claudia Menendez, City Equity and Inclusion Officer, presented the City’s
Equity Plan (9/23).
Rabbi Hillel Katzir attended several 2023 meetings as Larimer County’s
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board liaison to the HRC.
HRC INITIATIVES
In addition to the actions and activities outlined below, the HRC:
• Ensured that City public facing documents, e.g., resolutions,
proclamations, ordinances, etc., did not include the term “A.D.” with any
noted dates. By removing this term, the language in these documents is
inclusive of all faiths.
• Held an informal get together with the Chairs and Co-Chairs of four other
Boards and Commissions with similar missions to better understand each
other’s goals and explore possible collaboration.
• Continued its efforts to organize a DEIJ Networking Event designed to
bring together individuals and organizations focused on advancing equity
and inclusion in our community. This event, in collaboration with the
County’s EDI Advisory Board, will be held on February 4, 2024 at the
North Aztlan Community Center.
COMMUNICATION WITH CITY LEADERS
The HRC communicated with City leaders regarding the following topics:
• At its January 17th meeting, City Council adopted modified language in the
City Municipal Code, Chapter 13, Article II anti-discrimination language to
include “sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.” This
action was initiated by the HRC’s November 2022 memo to Mayor Jeni
Arndt and City Council advocating for this change.
• In September, the HRC sent Mayor Jeni Arndt and City Council a memo
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advocating for a Diwali celebration in conjunction with the November
Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Old Town Square. The City responded with
options to hold such a celebration at Oak Street Plaza.
• At the Mayor’s request, the HRC and Disability Advisory Board
collaborated to develop a proclamation for National Disability Employment
Awareness Month that was read at the October 17th Council meeting.
• In November, the HRC provided input to the City’s 2024 Strategic Plan
outcome areas.
• The HRC Chair and Co-Chair met frequently with members of the City’s
Equity and Inclusion Office to advance various HRC activities.
HRC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Media/Community Recognition Committee:
• The HRC organized the annual Human Relations Awards ceremony to
recognize individuals and organizations in our community that promote
equity, inclusion and respect for diversity. In addition, the event
included the reading of the Human Rights Day Proclamation.
• The 2023 Awards Ceremony was held on December 5th at City Hall
and celebrated the following recipients:
Youth Award: TAC212
Individual Award: Karen Wong-Brown
Individual Award: Laura Michelle MacWaters
Organization/Team Award: Cultural Enrichment Center
Organization/Team Award: Northern Colorado Intertribal Powwow
Association
Government Relations Committee:
• Attended and monitored City Council meetings.
• Monitored the City Council Calendar to stay informed about upcoming
issues.
• Monitored public input at Council meetings for topics that were relevant
to the HRC.
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Education and Outreach Committee:
• Organized and delivered “The Human Library” program held on
February 26th at the Museum of Discovery in collaboration with the
program co-sponsors: the City of Fort Collins Office of Equity &
Inclusion, the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, and the Poudre River
Public Library District. The program was designed to promote
understanding of individual differences – to unjudge a human “book” by
its cover. Approximately 130 “readers” attended the program and 25
human “books” shared their stories of intolerance and bias. Due to the
success of the program, the HRC will support a 2024 Human Library
program in late summer.
• On October 5th, the City’s Equity & Inclusion Office and the HRC
sponsored the “Unmasking Microaggressions” educational program at
the Senior Center. This session was facilitated by Dr. Coronda Ziegler,
HRC member, and approximately 100 community members attended.
Executive Committee:
• Scheduled agendas for HRC monthly and special meetings.
• Ensured appropriate communication with the Council Liaison and City
Council.
• Delegated issues to committees as appropriate.
• Provided support to HRC committees as needed.
CONCLUSION:
As we enter 2024, the HRC is excited to begin its work. The commission will
continue to advocate for equitable advancements in our community, while
remaining alert and responsive to current events. The HRC will act in an
advisory capacity to City Council, with a vision to enhance human rights and
social justice in our growing community.
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Human Services & Housing Funding Board
2023 Annual Report
The Human Services and Housing Funding Board met a total of eleven times during 2023. Eight
were regular meetings and three were special Competitive Process-related meetings. One funding
cycle was conducted in the spring for affordable housing and human services. A special HOME-ARP
funding cycle was conducted in the fall to award funding for housing projects.
The Board held three evening meetings during the spring cycle to discuss the merits of the housing
and human service grant proposals, and to determine funding recommendations to Council.
During the regular meetings, the Board reviewed the funding process and discussed the status of
some grantees. Learning Series presentations were hosted in 2023 and included visits from City
staff regarding the City’s affordable housing priorities and legal issues pertaining to serving on a
City Board. Council Liaison, Julie Pignataro, joined the Board meeting in January to discuss issues
of interest to the Board.
The Board provided recommendations to City Council as to the allocation of the City’s FY23 CDBG
and HOME entitlement grants, CDBG and HOME program income, AHF and HSP funds and
HOME-ARP Recovery funds. Funding requests were greater than available dollars so not all
proposals submitted were fully funded.
FY2023 FUNDING REQUESTS BY CATEGORY
Category Number of
Applications
Available
Funding
Requested
Funding
Available -
Request
Difference
Administration - CDBG * $ 221,456 $ 221,456 $ 0
Administration - HOME * $ 66,929 $ 66,929 $ 0
Administration – HOME ARP * $ 228,410 $ 228,410 $ 0
Housing 5 $ 2,216,244 $ 2,000,000 + $ 216,244
Housing HOME-ARP 2 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 0
Human Services 43 $ 907,977 $ 1,769,200 - $ 861,223
CDBG Public Service 4 $ 169,736 $ 169,736 $ 0
Totals 54 $ 5,810,752 $ 6,455,731 - $ 644,979
* Funding designated for Administrative expenses are calculated using a HUD formula and automatically assigned to the
City budget for eligible uses.
The projects and programs funded during 2023 were:
HOUSING
• CARE Housing: Heartside Hill
• City of Fort Collins Forestry Division: Homeowner Tree Removal Assistance Program
• Elevation Community Land Trust: Kechter Townhomes
• Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity: Harmony Cottages
• L’Arche Fort Collins: L’Arche Homes at Heartside Hill
• Villages Ltd: 2155 West Plum Rehab
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HUMAN SERVICES
• A Little Help: A Little Help for Older Adults in Fort Collins
• Alianza NORCO: Bilingual Navigation Services Program
• Boys and Girls Clubs of Larimer County: Boys & Girls Club
• CASA Program: Court Appointed Special Advocates
• CASA Program: Family Connections at Harmony House
• Catholic Charities: Senior Services
• Children’s Speech and Reading Center: Childhood Communication
• ChildSafe Colorado: Child Abuse Treatment Program
• Crossroads Safehouse: Bringing Justice Home Legal Services
• Disabled Resource Services: Disability Services for Independence
• Elderhaus Adult Day Program: Direct Care for Fort Collins Residents Living with Disabilities
• Ensight Skills Center: Low Vision Rehabilitation Care & Support Services
• Exceptional Kids: HighPointe Services
• Family Housing Network: Sherwood House – Bridge Housing
• Food Bank for Larimer County: Kids Café
• Homeward Alliance: Family Services
• Homeward Alliance: Murphy Center
• Larimer County Partners: Youth Mentoring & Prevention
• McBackpack: McBackpack Program
• Meals on Wheels for Fort Collins: Meal Delivery Program
• Neighbor to Neighbor: Rent Assistance Coordination
• Project Self-Sufficiency: Project Self-Sufficiency
• Respite Care: Childcare Scholarships
• Rocky Mountain Youth Medical & Nursing Consultants: Health & Wellness Centers
• SAVA Center: Sexual Assault Victim Services
• Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center: Childcare Scholarships
• The Crawford Child Advocacy Center: Fighting Child Sexual Abuse & Maltreatment
• The Family Center/La Familia: Family Support Services
• The Matthews House: Youth & Family Center
• The Quarter Project: The Quarter Project of Northern Colorado
• The Salvation Army: Rent & Utilities Assistance
• United Way of Larimer County: Larimer Child Care Fund
• United Way of Weld County: Coordinated Assessment and Housing Placement System (CAHPS)
• Vindeket Foods: Vindeket Market
• Volunteers of America: Handyperson Program
• Volunteers of America: Home Delivered Meals Program
CDBG PUBLIC SERVICES
• Catholic Charities: Samaritan House Shelter
• Crossroads Safehouse: Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter Advocacy
• Family Housing Network: Shelter Programs
• Neighbor to Neighbor: Homelessness Prevention Assistance
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Land Conservation & Stewardship Board
2023 Annual Report
Members:
Ross Cunniff, Chair Elena Lopez
Scott Mason, Vice-Chair River Mizell
Denise Culver Mark Sears
Andrea Elson Joe Piesman
Holger Kley Cole Kramer (resigned March 2023)
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The Land Conservation and Stewardship Board (LCSB) is pleased to present the 2023 Annual
Report to the Mayor and City Council. It has been a pleasure to fulfill our responsibilities as advisors
to City Council on issues related to natural areas.
MEMOS TO CITY COUNCIL
January 11, 2023: The Land Conservation and Stewardship Boards recommends utilizing the
broader range of 1041 regulatory measures available to local governments
under C.R.C. § 24-65.1-101 et seq. and the City’s Home Rule status to
strengthen the regulatory authority and commitment of the City of Fort Collins
to protect public health, safety, and welfare, the environment and wildlife
resources within our city boundaries.
(The memo included eight (8) specific items of concern with
recommendations to Council.)
April 12, 2023: The Land Conservation and Stewardship Board recommends that City
Council designate the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area as
an area of statewide interest, with respect to 1041 regulations consistent
with Colorado Revised Statutes 24-65.1.
April 12, 2023: The Land Conservation and Stewardship Boards recommends utilizing the
broader range of 1041 regulatory measures available to local governments
under C.R.C. § 24-65.1-101 et seq. and the City’s Home Rule status to
strengthen the regulatory authority and commitment of the City of Fort Collins
to protect public health, safety, and welfare, the environment and wildlife
resources within our city boundaries.
(The memo included eight (8) specific items of concern with
recommendations to Council.)
July 12, 2023: The Land Conservation and Stewardship Board recommends that a large
portion of the former Hughes parcel should be conserved as a Fort Collins
Natural Area, integrated into the Maxwell Natural Area; Restoration costs
should not be a determining factor in conservation decisions regarding
the Hughes parcel; Any uses on the non-conserved portion of the Hughes
parcel must be low-intensity and compatible with both the character of the
adjoining conserved Natural Areas as well as the legislative intent of the April
2021 ballot initiative.
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RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
The LCSB recommends City Council approve the following items:
Recommend City Council approve the Water Quality Management Policy for City urban lakes and
stormwater basins in the Growth Management Area and to fully fund all of the proposed
management actions that are recommended in the policy.
Recommends that City pursue the incorporation of the Spring Canon Waste Way Ditch,
including conveying the city's interest in the ditch and water rights in exchange for
shares in the ditch company.
Recommends City Council designate the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area as an area
of statewide interest, with respect to 1041 Regulations consistent with Colorado Revised Statutes 24-
65.1.
Recommends City Council approve the proposed 2023 Appropriation of Prior Year Natural Areas
Department reserves.
Recommends City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) for
the Heaven’s Door Ranch Conservation Project with Larimer County and the City of Loveland. (The
amendment extended the deadline for conveyance of the conservation easement.)
Recommends that City Council approve the granting of a permanent sewer line easement to South
Fort Collins Sanitation District across Longview Farm Open Space in order to document an existing
sewer line.
PRESENTATIONS BY GUESTS AND NATURAL AREAS DEPARTMENT (NAD) STAFF
Richard Thorp, Watershed Program Manager, Utilities, made a presentation on the City’s Draft Water
Quality Management Policy and Guidance for City-owned urban lakes within the Growth
Management Area.
Matt Parker, Senior Supervisor Resource Management, shared a brief background of the Spring
Canon Waste Way Ditch and the rationale for incorporation.
Bernadette Kuhn, Senior Environmental Planner, provided an update of the in Poudre River in-
stream flow project located at the Environmental Learning Center.
Kate Rentschlar, Environmental Planner, shared the progress to date of the Poudre River Zone
update.
Rachel Steeves, Environmental Planner, presented on the initial phase of the Urban Zone update
including timeline and public engagement.
Barb Brock, Financial Analyst II briefed the Board on the unspent prior year funds and unanticipated
revenues to be re-appropriated into the 2023 budget.
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The Board engaged in discussion of the proposed Draft 1041 regulations.
The Board engaged in several discussions of the Hughes site and how best to effectively
communicate their recommendations to Council.
The Poudre Heritage Alliance provided an overview of their organization including mission, goals and
programming that connect the community to the Poudre River corridor.
Julia Feder, Environmental Planning Manager, and Zach Wiebe, Planning and Natural Resources
Specialist, Larimer County Department of Natural Resources briefed the LCSB on the Natural
Resources zoning designation adopted by Larimer County in 2021 and how it might be used by the
NAD.
Tawnya Ernst, Land Conservation Lead Specialist provided a brief background and explained the
need for formal documentation of the underground powerline and trail on the Coterie Natural Area
that existed prior to acquisition by the NAD in 2000.
Kirk Longstein, Sr. Environmental Planner, Community Development & Neighborhood Services,
shared an update on the newly adopted oil and gas regulations.
Matt Parker, Resource Management Sr. Supervisor, provided an update on the West Nile Virus
program including background, data collection and mitigation.
Bernadette Kuhn, Senior Environmental Planner, shared a presentation on the Poudre Flows Plan
which is designed to address inadequate flows and dry-up points that are harmful to the health of the
Poudre River.
Tawnya Ernst, Land Conservation Lead Specialist, gave a presentation on Conservation Easements
on city-owned properties and the C.E.s held by the NAD.
Crystal Strouse, Botanist, gave a presentation covering 30 years of botany on the City’s Natural
Areas including restoration, conservation, education.
Katie Donahue, Director, provided an overview of the NAD’s funding sources, the Budgeting For
Outcomes process, and department expenditures.
Katie Donahue, Director, shared a brief review of the City’s budgeting process and Strategic
Outcomes. She invited input from the LCSB on the seven outcome areas to be shared with the
Budget office.
Alynn Karnes, NAD Land Conservation Specialist, reminded the LCSB of the Intergovernmental
Agreement (IGA) with Larimer County and the City of Loveland for the Heaven’s Door Ranch
Conservation Project and the need to extend the deadline for the conveyance of the conservation
easement.
Kristy Bruce, Environmental Planner, presented a high-level overview of the NAD Strategic
Framework process, including public engagement, and timeline.
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Aran Meyer, Wildlife Ecologist, shared a presentation highlighting the NAD’s wildlife monitoring
efforts and management decisions are guided by the monitoring data.
Rachel Steeves, Environmental Planner, provided an update on the Urban Zone People and
Conservation Priorities feedback received to date.
MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Ohlson led the LCSB in welcoming new members Holger Kley and Scott Mason to
the Board.
Cole Kramer resigned from the Board in March 2023.
Ross Cunniff was appointed to serve as the Chair of the LCSB.
Scott Mason was appointed to serve as Vice-Chair of the LCSB.
Scott Mason agreed to serve on the Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC)
Chair Cunniff welcomed new members River Mizell and Mark Sears.
The Board gathered in April for a retreat. Topics of focus were prioritizing their 2023 Work Plan,
establishing guiding values, Oil and Gas regulations, evaluating their impact on Council decisions,
and how to be an effective advisory board.
LCSB members toured the Hughes site prior to their regular meeting on June 14th.
LCSB members joined Larimer County Department of Natural Resources staff to tour Heaven’s Door
Ranch.
Scott Mason provided updates from the Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC):
• Summary of the Spin Annual Report
• Highlights from Active Modes Infrastructure Plan
• Combined meeting with Transportation Board including the Transportation Demand
Management Master Plan
• North Metropolitan Planning Organization’s update on the Regional Transportation Plan
• The City hosted the Dutch Thinkbike Workshop
• The BAC submitted a memorandum to the Transportation Board recommending the City
invest in bike infrastructure (trails, skill areas, etc.)
• The ad hoc committee on Boards and Commissions is recommending the BAC transition into
a stand-alone advisory Active Modes board.
• Received a presentation on the 10-year Transportation Capital Improvement Plan
• Bicycle Colorado updated the BAC on the automated speed enforcement camera legislation
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Several department staff attended the annual Poudre River Forum and connected with partners both
upstream and downstream of the City.
NAD participated in the City-wide Equity meeting with the Native American Community and
participated in government-to-government tribal consultation regarding projects at Fossil Creek
Wetlands, Arapaho Bend and Soapstone Prairie.
NAD is a member of a City-wide team evaluating ADA upgrades, fixes and compliance. Several NAD
staff participated in a two-day ADA training.
The NAD received to Blue Grama awards at this year’s Colorado the Open Space Alliance annual
conference.
The NAD was featured in a CBS News, Denver series on conservation agriculture work in
partnership with the Poudre Valley Community Farms.
The conservation easement assessment for Meadow Springs Ranch has been completed and staff is
working with Utilities and a conservation partner to explore the best approach to acquiring a
conservation easement on the property.
Soapstone Prairie Natural Area was rezoned NR under Larimer County’s new zoning designation
adding an additional buffer against oil and gas extraction and development.
Katie Donahue, Director, provided ongoing updates on department staffing:
• Todd Juhasz was selected as the new Environmental Planner
• Rhonda Peckham served as Interim Ranger Sr. Supervisor for several months prior to being
selected to permanently assume the role
• Ranger vacancies have been filled by Kara Jacob, Tyler Dubin and Zach Whalen
• The two Lead Ranger positions were filled internally by Kara Jacob and Jesse Green
• Rachel Balduzzi was hired as the Sr. Supervisor for Public Engagement while Sam Troi and
Ludy Rueda were hired as Public Engagement Specialists
• Becky Pomering was hired as the Sr. Supervisor for Trails and Visitor Amenities
• The two Trails and Visitor Amenities Technician I positions were filled by Mason Mizener and
Lee Lily
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION
Ray Watts spoke before the LCSB regarding 1041 regulations and the two types of designations, He
proposed that Council designate the Cache la Poudre National Heritage Area as an area of statewide
interest.
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LAND CONSERVATION
The Natural Areas Department reported a total of 309 conserved acres year-to-date with a total land
conservation portfolio at the conclusion of 2023 of 71,512 acres. Please note that this acreage does
not include the Hughes Stadium property: NAD provided $2 million toward the initial purchase but
NAD’s total financial contribution and acreage will be determined based on a final use plan.
Budgeted land conservation funds for 2023 were $14,400,000, with a total of $7,522,200 expended.
Funds remaining for 2023 are $6,877,800
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ANNUAL REPORT
City of Fort Collins
LAND USE REVIEW COMMISSION
2023 Annual Report
BACKGROUND:
The Land Use Review Commission (LURC) consists of seven members. Meetings were held
the second Thursday of every month in-person. The Commission may also meet as needed
in order to convene special meetings but did not do so in 2023. The Commission did not meet
in February 2023 due to lack of appeals and did not meet in June 2023 due to loss of quorum.
The commission members who served in 2023 were: Ian Shuff, David Carron, John McCoy,
Dave Lawton, Nathanial Coffman, Philip San Filippo, and Katie Vogel. The annual election of
officers resulted in Ian Shuff being elected as Chair and Dave Lawton as Vice-Chair.
City Council liaison to the Board during 2023 was Shirley Peel. Staff support was provided by
Noah Beals, Kory Katsimpalis, Chris Hayes, and Aaron Guin.
2023 YEAR IN REVIEW:
Thirty-one (31) applications for variances to the Land Use Code were submitted to the LURC
in 2023. In comparison, the number of applications for variances was thirty-one (31) in 2022;
forty-nine (49) in 2021; fifty-five (55) in 2020, forty-six (46) in 2019, forty-seven (47) in 2018;
thirty-eight (38) in 2017; forty-one (41) in 2016; fifty-one (51) in 2015; thirty-five (35) in 2014;
twenty-seven (27) in 2013; and twenty-six (26) in 2012.
During 2023 of the 31 variance requests twenty-one (21) were approved; three (3) were
denied; three (3) were approved with specific conditions; (3) were tabled to a later date and
one (1) was withdrawn by the applicant prior to their scheduled hearing.
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MEMORANDUM
NATURAL RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD
DATE:December 7,2023
TO:Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:Dawson Metcalf on behalf of the Natural Resource Advisory Board
SUBJECT:2023 NRAB Annual Report
In 2023,the Natural Resources Advisory Board (NRAB)held ten regular meetings during which over 27
agenda items were addressed,resulting in three memoranda sent to City Council,as well as three motions of
support.The June meeting was canceled due to summer recess and lack of items to discuss.The October
meeting was canceled due to a lack of quorum.Input to the City Council was based on presentations by Staff
and outside experts with discussion.Additional items of interest provided education for the Board,provided
updates on current projects,and allowed us to be a sounding board for Staff.We would like to express our
appreciation for the professionalism and dedication of Staff.
The table below lists agenda items considered and formal actions taken by the NRAB during 2023.These
agenda items fall within the priority areas addressed by the NRAB and reflect the Agenda Items scheduled for
Council in 2023.Additional items were added when requested by Council or Staff.Priority areas for NRAB
include Waste Reduction and Recycling;Water Resources;Our Climate Future;and Active Modes Plan.
During 2023,one member of the NRAB served as a designated representative to the Bicycle Advisory
Committee and two participated on 1041 Regulations Committees.Guests included community representatives
from the Rights of Nature for the Cache la Poudre River initiative.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve.We hope that we have added value to Council’s and the City’s goals,
objectives,and operations.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dawson Metcalf,
Chair,Natural Resources Advisory Board
2023 Members:Dawson Metcalf (Chair),Kelly Stewart (Vice Chair),Lisa Andrews,Danielle Buttke,Bryan
David (resigned),Drew Derdarian (resigned),Kevin Krause,Barry Noon,and Matt Zoccali.
cc:
Kelly DiMartino,City Manager
Jacob Castillo,Chief Sustainability Officer
Honore Depew,Climate Program Manager
Julie Pignataro,City Council Liaison to the NRAB
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City of Fort Collins Natural Resources Advisory Board
2023 Annual Report
Date:Topic/Agenda Item Action Taken
January
Colorado Open Meeting Law Review No
Urban Lakes Water Quality Management Update Yes -Motion of Support
Impacts of the Cameron Peak Fire on Water Quality No
1041 Memo Yes -Memo
2022 Annual Report Yes -Motion to Approve
February
Waste Hauler Contracting Yes -Motion of Support
Urban Forest Strategy and Policy No
Board Elections No
March
Economic Health Strategic Plan -Circular Economy No
Sustainable Revenue No
1041 Regulations Update No
April
Land Use Code No
Sustainable Revenue No
1041 Regulations Update Yes -Memo
May
Council Liaison Discussion No
Regional Water Update No
June
Canceled due to a lack of business items to discuss/Council recess
July
Sustainable Funding Revenue Measures No
Oil and Gas Operational Standards No
Oil and Gas Reverse Setbacks No
August
Landscape Standards Code Revisions Yes -Motion of Support
NRAB Memo Review:Oil and Gas Yes -Memo
September
Platte River Integrated Resource Plan No
Downtown Parking System Update No
October
Canceled due to a lack of quorum
November
Board Inputs to City Strategic Plan Yes -Comments to Budget Office
NRAB 2024 Work Plan No
December
NRAB 2024 Work Plan Approval Yes -Motion to Approve
2023 Annual Report Draft Yes -Motion to Approve
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ANNUAL REPORT
City of Fort Collins
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board
2023 Annual Report
The City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Advisory board held 11 regular meetings in 2023 at
413 S Bryan Avenue through hybrid in-person/virtual zoom meetings. The 2023 board members
were Ken Christensen, Nick Armstrong, Bob Kingsbury, Meghan Willis, Marcia Richards, Mike
Novell, Paul Baker, Josh Durand, and Jon Corley. The Board elects its officers annually in
February. Ken Christensen was elected as Board Chair, with Nick Armstrong elected as Vice-Chair
and Mike Novell elected as Secretary. Jon Corley submitted his formal resignation from the Board
in August. Jeni Arndt was appointed as the City Council Liaison to the Board for 2023. The Parks
Director, Mike Calhoon, and Recreation Director, LeAnn Williams, served as Staff Liaisons to the
Board. Jen Scott, Business Support II, and Rachel Eich, Business Support III, served as staff
support.
1. Parks
a. Address sustainable funding initiatives to address infrastructure replacement for Parks and
Recreation that lack long term funding and encourage continued discussion of ways to
diversify the revenue base and find new revenue sources to support both new and aging
infrastructure.
i. January 2023: Received update on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
ii. February 2023: Received update on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
iii. March 2023: Viewed presentation on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from Sr
Project Manager, Ginny Sawyer.
iv. April 2023: Reviewed and discussed drafting a letter to the Finance Committee
regarding the Sustainable Funding Initiative.
v. May 2023: Motioned to support the proposed language prepared in the Sustainable
Funding letter to the Finance Committee.
vi. June 2023: Received update on Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
vii. July 2023: Viewed presentation on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from Sr Project
Manager, Ginny Sawyer; discussed board response and motioned to prepare a letter
response to City Council regarding the changes made to the ballot initiative.
viii. August 2023: Received update and discussed status of the Sustainable Funding
Initiative - *Initiative was referred to the ballot on July 25th.
ix. December 2023: Received update and discussed status of the Sustainable Funding
Initiative - *Approved by voters on November 7th.
b. Advocate for matters related to the Infrastructure Replacement strategy.
i. Various monthly discussions of the Sustainable Funding Initiative’s inclusion of asset
management and replacement plans.
ii. May 2023: Received update on the Parks Infrastructure Replacement Program
Management Plan
iii. October 2023: Discussed plans for establishing regular walk and talk events with
City Council members to bring awareness to Parks and Recreation infrastructure
needing replaced or refreshed.
c. Review matters associated with Parks Operation & Maintenance
i. Monthly reports from Parks staff on various operations and maintenance aspects.
d. Promote environmental stewardship practices that conserve natural resources
i. February 2023: Viewed presentation from Forestry staff on the Land Use Code
updates for tree protection, preservation, and canopy enhancement.
ii. June 2023: Received update from City staff regarding the completed water quality
project for the Spring Canyon Community Park dog park.
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iii. August 2023: Viewed presentation from City staff on the Land Use Code Updates for
soil amendments, xeriscape standards, water conservation, and forestry standards.
iv. August 2023: Motioned to approve the Land Use Code updates for Xeriscaping, Soil
Amendments, and Urban Forestry as presented by City staff.
v. August 2023: Received update from staff on the completion of the 3rd year of EAB
(Emerald Ash Borer) treatment for impacted ash trees in the City.
vi. August 2023: Nick Armstrong presented the Junior Park Ranger program -
*Motioned to fully support the concept of a Fort Collins Junior Ranger program.
vii. December 2023: Report for board members after super issues meeting addressing
water conservation in the City.
e. Continue to review matters related to the development for new parks.
i. Monthly reports from Park Planning & Development staff on current Park
development projects.
ii. January 2023: Viewed presentation from Sr. Policy & Project Manager, Sylvia
Taman-Burruss, on the status of the Hughes Stadium site. Board discussed the
importance of tying into the Parks Master Plan gaps, as well as community desires.
iii. July 2023: Received initial update on the tentative kickoff for the new Bacon Park
pre-development work.
iv. August 2023: Received update from staff on internal meetings taking place to kick
off the new Bacon Park development.
v. October 2023: Board members attended grand opening of newest neighborhood
park (Dovetail Park)
vi. December 2023: Received update from staff on internal meetings and upcoming
neighborhood meetings for the new Bacon Park.
f. Encourage continued dialogue and awareness of public safety concerns in Parks.
i. January 2023: Update from staff on recurring meetings to address unhoused
encampment concerns.
ii. February 2023: Update from staff on plans for hiring a 3rd Park Ranger.
iii. May 2023: Update from staff on added camera at Crescent Park to monitor
vandalism concerns.
iv. July 2023: Update from staff on the successful hiring of a new Park Ranger.
v. August 2023: Nick Armstrong presented on the addition of a Junior Park Ranger
program to help promote encouraged dialogue of public safety concerns - *motioned
to fully support the concept of a Fort Collins Junior Ranger program.
vi. August 2023: Update from staff on the successful hiring of a 4th new Park Ranger.
vii. October 2023: Nick Armstrong provided an update on the Junior Park Ranger
program concept.
viii. October 2023: Update from staff on the installation of a security pole and camera at
Crescent Park.
2. Recreation
a. Periodically review and offer suggestions for the Recreation Operational Plan action items.
i. Monthly reports from Recreation staff on various operations aspects of the
Recreation Department.
b. Advocate for matters related to the Recreational capital funding strategy and long-term
consistent funding.
i. January 2023: Received update on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
ii. February 2023: Received update on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
iii. March 2023: Viewed presentation on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from Sr
Project Manager, Ginny Sawyer.
iv. April 2023: Reviewed and discussed drafting a letter to the Finance Committee
regarding the Sustainable Funding Initiative.
v. May 2023: Motioned to support the proposed language prepared in the Sustainable
Funding letter to the Finance Committee.
vi. June 2023: Received update on Sustainable Funding Initiative from staff.
vii. July 2023: Viewed presentation on the Sustainable Funding Initiative from Sr Project
Manager, Ginny Sawyer; discussed board response and motioned to prepare a letter
response to City Council regarding the changes made to the ballot initiative.
viii. August 2023: Received update and discussed status of the Sustainable Funding
Initiative - *Initiative was referred to the ballot on July 25th.
ix. December 2023: Received update and discussed status of the Sustainable Funding
Initiative - *Approved by voters on November 7th.
c. Work with staff to support their community relations and marketing efforts.
i. February 2023: Two articles submitted for the Recreator
ii. August 2023: Update from staff on the marketing push for the downtown horticulture
program.
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iii. September 2023: Completed Recreator article discussing engagement opportunities
with the Urban Forest Strategic Plan and upcoming Strategic Trails Plan.
d. Encourage and review efforts to improve access to, and participation in, City programs and
facilities for historically under-served populations.
i. February 2023: Update from staff on changes to the date/time for Recreation activity
registration.
ii. March 2023: Board member report on the PSD State of Our Youth, focusing on
identifying critical spaces of awareness and spaces of belonging for under -served
youth.
iii. June 2023: Discussed the new Recreation software and requested information on
DEI indicators for potential disproportionate impacts in the community.
iv. July 2023: Discussed updates on any information regarding disproportionate impacts
on the community related to the new Recreation software program.
e. Encourage continued dialogue, support, and awareness of public safety and security
concerns in recreation facilities.
i. January 2023: Update from staff on approved funding for renovations at Northside
Aztlan Community Center.
ii. March 2023: Update from staff on reported car break-ins at Rolland Moore.
iii. June 2023: Update from staff on challenges with the childcare center project at the
Northside Aztlan Community Center – project will increase safety at the Northside
center by creating a secure entry and outdoor play space.
iv. July 2023: Update from staff on the progress of construction for the childcare and
safety renovations.
v. July 2023: Update from staff on current discussions with Operation Services for
potential ADA and safety projects.
vi. September 2023: Update from staff on the scheduled completion of the Northside
Aztlan Community Center childcare and security project.
vii. September 2023: Update from staff on various projects at EPIC related to chemical
and safety storage, ADA access, diving boards, and pool deck drainage.
f. Support Infrastructure Replacement for Recreation assets
i. Various monthly discussions of the Sustainable Funding Initiative’s inclusion of asset
management and replacement plans.
ii. May 2023: Update from staff on EPIC project to update men’s locker rooms and
work on the pool deck.
iii. December 2023: Received update from staff on exploration of potential opportunities
for Mulberry Pool infrastructure.
g. Provide feedback and support on upcoming projects in Recreation like the Southeast
Community Center, Software for the registration process, and the CAPRA re-accreditation.
i. January 2023: Update from staff on the timeline for the Recreation software RFP
(Request for Proposals).
ii. January 2023: Update from staff on the current CAPRA re-accreditation ongoing
process.
iii. March 2023: Update from staff on the status of the Recreation software RFP.
iv. April 2023: Update from staff on the status of the Recreation software RFP.
v. June 2023: Report from staff on the status of interviews for the Recreation software.
vi. June 2023: Update from staff on the status of the new Southeast pool/community
center.
vii. July 2023: Update from staff on the status of the Southeast pool/community center
and any potential partnerships.
viii. September 2023: Update from staff on the new Recreation software contract and
creation of an implementation schedule.
ix. October 2023: Update from staff on the new Southeast Community Center
partnership and potential grant opportunity.
x. December 2023: Update from staff on the status of the Southeast Community
Center (land, IGA, and RFP work)
3. Trails
a. Continue to partner with Parks and Natural Areas to develop, fund and maintain an
interconnected, safe trail system within Natural Areas and Parks.
i. January 2023: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects.
ii. February 202: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects and related
grant funding.
iii. March 2023: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects.
iv. April 2023: Viewed presentation from staff on the upcoming Strategic Trails Plan and
introduction of new Sr. Trails Planner for Park Planning & Development.
v. May 2023: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects.
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vi. June 2023: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects.
vii. July 2023: Update from staff on the Northeast trails progress plan and map.
viii. August 2023: Update from staff on the status of various trail projects.
ix. September 2023: Update from staff on the upcoming construction for various trail
projects.
x. December 2023: Viewed presentation from staff on the upcoming Strategic Trails
Plan and status of 4 main projects in the trails system.
b. Continue to collaborate with FC Moves for an integrated, regional and local transportation
network of parks, trails, bike facilities, pedestrian walkways and accessible recreational
facilities.
i. January 2023: Update from board member on the approval of the Active Modes
Policy Plan.
ii. February 2023: Update from board member on the Vision Zero program and
upcoming bike and pedestrian trail work near CSU and the Gardens at Spring
Creek.
iii. April 2023: Update from board member on the Think Bikes Workshop for safe route
to school bike lane.
iv. May 2023: Update from board member on upcoming trail project near CSU.
v. June 2023: Update from board member on two upcoming projects to be completed
(Mulberry/City Park Avenue intersection and Laurel Street, East of College).
vi. October 2023: Update from staff on the status of a newly formed Active Modes
Board with a goal to support recreational facilities and infrastructure for active
modes.
vii. December 2023: Update from board member on the status of a newly formed Active
Modes Board
c. Support the Comprehensive Trails Master Plan.
i. April 2023: Update from staff on the Strategic Trails Plan timeline, community
engagement efforts, accessibility, safety, and funding.
ii. July 2023: Update from staff on relevant trails projects to be included in the Strategic
Trails Plan.
iii. September 2023: Completed Recreator article discussing engagement opportunities
for the upcoming Strategic Trails Plan.
iv. October 2023: Update from staff on the RFP for the Strategic Trails Plan.
v. December 2023: Viewed presentation from staff on the upcoming Strategic Trails
Plan.
4. Communication/Collaboration
a. Deepen the understanding and collaboration with the indigenous populations of the region.
i. January 2023: Viewed presentation on the Hughes Stadium site and discussed the
importance of fully engaging and advocating for the Indigenous People in their
interest of the space.
b. Work with staff to promote awareness and stewardship of the City’s Parks, Trails, and
Recreation facilities as part of a holistic public space network.
i. April 2023: Board member planned a volunteer work day at Crescent Park to take
place on May 13th.
ii. April 2023: Board member update on PSD Global Academy field trip to EPIC to learn
about the Pool and Ice facilities in Fort Collins.
iii. August 2023: Board member presented the Junior Park Ranger Program as a way
to promote stewardship and ownership of the Parks system.
iv. September 2023: Update from board member on the status of the Junior Park
Ranger Program.
v. October 2023: Approved the 2024 Parks and Recreation Board Work Plan that will
continue to focus on areas that promote the City’s Parks, Trails, and Recreation
Facilities.
vi. October 2023: Discussed the plan for implementing Parks and Recreation Walk and
Talk events with City Council members.
vii. October 2023: Update from board member on the status of the Junior Park Ranger
Program.
c. Implement ways to regularly share the story of Parks and Recreation in the community.
i. February 2023: Two articles completed for the Recreator.
ii. August 2023: Board member presented the Junior Park Ranger Program as a way
to promote the story of the Parks system with PSD students.
iii. September 2023: Completed Recreator article discussing the Urban Forest Strategic
Plan and upcoming Strategic Trails Plan.
iv. September 2023: Update from board member on the status of the Junior Park
Ranger Program.
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v. October 2023: Discussed the plan for implementing Parks and Recreation Walk and
Talk events with City Council members to bring awareness to the City Parks and
Recreation systems.
vi. October 2023: Update from board member on the status of the Junior Park Ranger
Program.
d. Focus on improving communication with other Boards to achieve common goals.
i. May 2023: Board members attended super meeting.
ii. May 2023: Updates from staff on changes occurring due to the “Reimagining of
Boards and Commissions” including the possible dissolving of the Golf Board to
become a part of the Parks and Recreation Board.
iii. August 2023: Update from staff on the merging of the Golf Board with the Parks and
Recreation Board.
iv. October 2023: Board member sat in on the Bicycle Advisory Committees drafting of
an Active Modes Board Work Plan.
e. Support collaboration between various departments to better align their master plans such
as Parks, Recreation, Trails, Active Modes, and Transportation.
i. February 2023: Viewed presentation from staff on Urban Forest Strategic Plan.
ii. April 2023: Update from staff on the upcoming Strategic Trails Plan.
iii. December 2023: Viewed presentation from staff on the status of the upcoming
Strategic Trails Plan.
f. Gather information relating to Parks, Recreation, and Trails to share with the board.
i. February 2023: Board members attended the East Mulberry Annexation Super Issue
meeting.
ii. March 2023: Board member attended the PSD State of Our Youth event and
discussed Parks as spaces of belonging and programming for youth.
iii. August 2023: Board member presented the Junior Park Ranger program.
iv. September 2023: Update from board member on the status of the Junior Park
Ranger Program.
v. October 2023: Update from board member on the Junior Park Ranger Program.
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
2023 Annual Report
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Summary
This year the Planning and Zoning Commission held 12 regular hearings acting on an average of
3-4 items per meeting. The Commission also held 12 work sessions. In addition to the regular
hearings, the Commission held special meetings in April and September to accommodate the
Commission’s project load.
The Commission continued to make adaptations to transition to a hybrid meeting format. With the
adoption of Ordinance 143, 2022 in December of 2022, the Municipal Code was amended to
allow remote participation by applicants and the public, and for Commissioners during non-quasi-
judicial items. In January 2023, the Commission began operating in this manner and has
continued to do so throughout 2023.
1. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
The development review agenda volume for 2023 included:
• 7 Project Development Plans
• 3 Major Amendments
• 1 Annexation
• 1 Site Plan Advisory Review
• 2 Rezoning
• 7 Minor Amendments
• 2 Overall Development Plans
• 1 Planned Unit Development (PUD) Pre-application Hearing
2. POLICY & LEGISLATION
The Commission provided recommendations to City Council on the following policy and
legislative items:
• Three-Mile Plan Update
• Oil & Gas Land Use Code Regulations
• 1041 Regulation Land Use Code Amendment
• Water Adequacy Determination Land Use Code Amendment (reviewed twice at the
request of Council)
• Oil and Gas Reverse Setback Land Use Code Amendment
• Land Use Code Phase One Update
• Master Street Plan Amendment
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3. APPEALS TO CITY COUNCIL
• In 2023, two Planning and Zoning Commission decisions were appealed to City
Council. One was an appeal to the approval of the Ziegler/Corbett ODP Major
Amendment and the other was to the approval of the Polestar Village PDP. City Council
remanded the Ziegler/Corbett ODP Major Amendment to Planning & Zoning
Commission. City Council will consider the Polestar Village appeal in 2024.
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Annual Report
City of Fort Collins
Senior Advisory Board (SAB)
2023 Annual Report
Consistent with our Mission, the Senior Advisory Board (SAB) assumed responsibility to
serve as advisors to City Council on programs and policies that help older residents live full
and interesting lives, continuing to contribute and participate in our vibrant community. The
Board is involved in a network of various agencies and organizations for older adults so
that we may remain aware of issues, needs and occurrences that may be relevant to SAB’s
work for City Council.
Our primary focus was to provide education to our community about the aging process, to
advocate for a good quality of life and to encourage networking among the various groups
that deal with issues impacting older residents.
Our focus throughout the year was to be informed, as well as to update Council and our
city’s seniors regarding issues pertaining to their health, well -being, safety and
neighborhood livability.
In 2023 the Senior Advisory Board on balance achieved goals for our 2023 Work Plan as
indicated below.
1. EDUCATION
In 2023 the SAB hosted 17 speakers addressing matters of Neighborhood Livability,
Transportation, Safety and related well-being issues for older adults. Speakers focused on the
following topics with public participation and subsequent SAB deliberations:
a. Beth Jaeger - Fort Collins Human Relations commission on the FOCO Human
Library program.
b. Heidi O’Mara & Megan DeMasters – Senior Specialist Environmental Sustainability
Services spoke on progress made with the EJEPA grant.
c. Teresa Roche – City of Fort Collins Human Resources Executive spoke towards
volunteer appreciation.
d. Davina Lau, FC Public Engagement Specialist B oards & Commissions spoke on
B&C updates.
e. Dr. Allyson Brothers, Associate Professor, CSU, Hum. Dev. & Family Studies spoke
on the CSU Gerontology Club.
f. Rachel Washburn, President CSU Gerontology Club and Club Officers presented on
what the CSU Gerontology Club has been up to.
g. Denny Moyer, CEO, Melody Bettenhausen, COO and Amy Heath spoke regarding
EnSight.
h. Cory Schmidt Mobility Director North Front Range Metropolitan Planning
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Organization (NFRMPO) and Brooke spoke on the progress of Ride NOCO in
management of transportation for seniors in Northern Colorado.
i. Tony J. Van Goor, MD, County Board of Health addressed health issues relating to
seniors.
j. Ginny Sawyer, Project Manager with City Manager’s Office discussed November
Ballot issues.
k. Senator Joann Ginal gave a comprehensive overview of the bills and legislation she
has been focusing on regarding older adults.
l. John Singleton, Chair of Affordable Housing Board , gave an overview of board
responsibilities and discussed collaborative opportunities.
m. Hanna Brown, Executive Director for Sound Affects Music (SAM) shared information
regarding the organization.
2. OUTREACH
SAB coordinated its work with a network of City, Community, County, and State departments,
agencies and organizations boards, committees and so forth, including:
o Larimer County Office on Aging
o Colorado Center for Aging
o Colorado Commission on Aging
o Colorado State University Undergraduate Gerontology Club
o PAFC Steering Committee and Priority Groups for Housing, Health and Wellness,
Transportation and Culture of Aging
o Fort Collins Housing Catalyst and Affordable Housing Board
o Fort Collins Transportation Board and Bicycle Advisory Committee
o Fort Collins Parks and Recreation
o Fort Collins Senior Center
o CSU Intergenerational Conversations Project
o CSU/Columbine Center for Healthy Aging
o Professionals for Seniors
o Senior Access Points
o Continued efforts to increase community participation in meetings
o Continued efforts to increase board members
3. Advocacy
o SAB provided the Mayor, Council and City Management with communications
throughout the year including recommendations re:
o Boards & Commissions attended the Live Involved event and promoted the Senior
Advisory Board.
o Created an Affordable Housing one -page document for board members to utilize as
a resource.
o Created a handout with board information to share with the public.
o Submitted a memo to council in support of Fare Free Transit programming in
November of 2023.
It is important that older adults are considered in decisions made by Council regarding the
community. The ‘norms’ for the older generation are changing (as family dynamics change),
older adults become an increasingly greater segment of the workforce as retirement years
last longer. Older people contribute to the City’s economy and in coming years will
represent 20% of Colorado’s population.
The SAB recognizes the important elements of our work and we will inform Council so that the City
of Fort Collins remains a healthy, vibrant community for people of all ages with active members
from the entire population.
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ANNUAL REPORT
City of Fort Collins
Transportation Board
2023 Annual Report
Mission Statement:
The goal of the Transportation Board is to promote the implementation of a balanced transportation
system that is consistent with the City sustainability goals and provides choice, mobility, access,
congestion mitigation and safety for all people while achieving:
1) Efficient and effective movement of people and goods throughout the community;
2) Advocacy for per capita reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled;
3) Enhanced and widespread mobility for people of all ages and abilities;
4) Emphasis of modal shifts;
5) Support for the City’s Climate Action Plan.
Activity Summary:
The Transportation Board held 12 scheduled monthly meetings during 2023. The Board conducted
meetings virtually via the Zoom platform as well as two in-person meetings. The Transportation
Board would like to highlight the following key areas from 2023:
Transportation Plans, Policy, and Budget
One of the Board’s core duties is to review and provide feedback on land use and transportation
plans. In 2023 the Board had the opportunity to provide input on the Land Use Code update, the
Sustainable Funding initiative, the East Mulberry Plan, and Master Street Plan updates.
Board Action included:
• Master Street Plan (Board recommendations to Council)
Discussion Items included:
• 2050 Regional Transportation Plan from the North Front Range MPO
• Travel Demand Management presentation from CSU
• Land Use Code update
• East Mulberry Plan
• Discussion on VMT and climate goals
• Sustainable Funding
• Changes to the Bicycle Advisory Committee
Transportation Capital Infrastructure, Operations, Maintenance, and Programs
During 2023 the Transportation Board was involved in transportation project and program
discussions, providing valuable feedback to City staff. Topics included the Transportation Capital
Projects Prioritization Study, snow routes and roundabouts.
Board Action Included:
• Requesting the City bring back designated snow routes (Board letter to Council)
• Advocating for more roundabouts in Fort Collins and changes to standards to support more
roundabouts (Board letter to Council)
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Discussion Items Included:
• Street department tour and overview
• Transfort update
• Updates on the SPIN e-bike/e-scooter program
• Follow up discussion on the ThinkBike workshop
• Annual Traffic Safety report presentation
Bicycle Advisory Committee:
The Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC), a subcommittee of the Board, held 12 scheduled monthly
meetings, including a joint meeting with the Transportation Board. The Transportation Board
engages in two-way communication with the BAC through monthly reporting. The BAC sent two
letters to Council, which were reviewed and approved by the Board to be sent on to Council, these
included:
1. Bicycle Advisory Committee letter considering Code Changes for E-Scooters, letter from
BAC (Board approved to send on to Council).
2. Bicycle Advisory Committee Letter to Council Regarding Recreational Bicycle Facilities
(Board approved to send on to Council).
The BAC, through Council action, was dissolved with their last meeting in December 2023. City
Council established in its place a new board called the Active Modes Advisory Board. This new
board will be filled and start working early in 2024. There will be a permanent liaison from the
Transportation Board and this new board, to be selected once it is up and running.
Liaison Activity
The Transportation Board has, over the past few years, proactively provided liaisons from the
Board to other boards and commissions. In 2023 this included the Planning & Zoning Commission,
which has the Transportation Board as a standing agenda item at their work sessions. This allowed
the Board to provide updates directly to P&Z and likewise gather information from those meeting to
report back to the larger Board.
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ANNUAL REPORT
2023 City of Fort Collins Water Commission Annual Report
2023 Water Commission Members
James Bishop John Primsky
Kent Bruxvoort
Jordan Radin (Chair)
Tyler Eldridge
Greg Steed
Paul Herman (Vice Chair) Jason Tarry
Richard Kahn
This annual report summarizes the activities of the Water Commission during 2023. The formatting
of this Annual Report is consistent with the Annual Work Plan. Alignment of Water Commission
activities with the City’s Strategic Plan and Key Outcome Areas is achieved through the Annual
Work Plan.
Water Commission activities listed below are organized by the major responsibilities of Fort Collins
Utilities related to water (“Water”, “Wastewater”, and “Stormwater”). Within each heading are
listed Water Commission activities and, for the reader that would like to refer to the meeting
minutes for more detail, the month of the meeting in which they occurred.
Additionally, the “General” category includes general topics that span Utilities or the City. Regular
Water Commission meetings are held each month and work sessions are held in even months.
With respect to this annual report, work sessions are indicated to help understand chronology of
discussion.
A summary of work session discussion typically can be found in the minutes of the regular meeting
following the work session; however, no actions are voted on at work session meetings and
minutes are only recorded for regular meetings. Meeting minutes for regular meetings are
available on the Fort Collins website (https://www.fcgov.com/cityclerk/boards/water)
General:
Review of monthly Financial reports [most meetings]
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Land Use Code Water Adequacy update discussion (developer concerns, regional context)
[April 20]
One Water Utility. Future challenges, principles and priorities, messaging. [June 15,
October 19]
Consumer Information and Billing System appropriation discussion and approval (Approved
7‐0) [March 16, July 20]
2024 Utility Rates and Fees recommendation (5% Electric, 4% Water/Wastewater, 3%
Stormwater) (Approved 7‐0) [October 19]
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) priorities discussion (how to balance regulatory mandates,
safety, reliability, equity) [October 19]
Intergovernmental Agreement on Boxelder Creek Watershed Dams (Approved 6‐0)
[November 16]
Water:
Colorado‐Big Thompson Project projected water availability for 2023 [January 19]
Snowpack and Colorado River Compact negotiations discussion [January 19]
Halligan Water Supply Project discussion with focus on water supply benefits, cost, public
outreach, protection of water rights. [January 19, February 16, May 18, June 15]
Poudre Canyon Raw Waterline Improvements Project discussion [March 16]
Public Notice of Drinking Water Violation discussion (root causes) [May 18]
Water Shortage Response Planning discussion [May 18]
Water Efficiency Plan update discussion (turf restrictions, advanced metering
infrastructure, community engagement) [June 15]
Wet year impacting water sales, balancing conservation and revenue (financial report) [July
20]
Landscape Standards Code Update discussion. Vote postponed to 2024 to allow time for
staff to update Code with Commission and City Council feedback. [August 17]
Water Supply Requirements discussion and potential impacts on development tap fees
[August 17, November 16]
Intergovernmental Agreement Regarding Upper Poudre Watershed Source Water
Protection Plan (Approved 5‐0) [December 7]
Water Loss Audit discussion [December 7]
Poudre Canyon raw waterline replacement project improvements (Approved 6‐0) [March
16, October 19]
Stormwater:
East Mulberry Annexation project discussion (impact on stormwater and flood
management) [February 16]
Oak St. Stormwater Project funding approval (7‐0) [July 20]
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Wastewater:
Financial status discussion [March 16, August 17]
4% Fee Increase Recommended for 2024 [October 19]
Water Reclamation and Biosolids Master Plan update [December 7]
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