HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport - Mail Packet - 8/13/2013 - City Manager�S Monthly Report - August 8, 2013August 8, 2013
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
Amendments to the Smoking in Public Places Ordinance.........................................................2
Climate Action Planning ............................................................................................................2
Custom Blending Business Assistance Package ........................................................................2
Land Use Code – Amend Definition of Large Base Industry ....................................................2
Amending the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Delivery of Potable Water
Between Fort Collins Utilities and the Fort Collins-Loveland Water District .....................3
Historic Preservation Process Improvements, Phase 2 ..............................................................3
Energy Conservation On-Bill Financing First Year Review .....................................................3
Temporary Ban – Amendment 64 (Retail Marijuana) ...............................................................4
Social Sustainability Gap Analysis and Strategic Plan Update .................................................4
2014 Budget Revisions ..............................................................................................................4
Capital Improvement Tax Renewal ...........................................................................................4
ECONOMY
Fort Collins Sales and Use Tax ..................................................................................................5
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Citywide Pedestrian Access Project...........................................................................................6
South Shields Street Bridge over Larimer Canal No. 2 .............................................................6
Mulberry Bridge (SH 14) at the Poudre River Enhancements ..................................................7
West Mulberry Bridge Replacement .........................................................................................8
West Prospect Bridge Replacement ...........................................................................................8
Bryan Bridge Replacement ........................................................................................................9
Arthur Ditch at Mountain Avenue and at Myrtle Street ............................................................9
Westbury and Shields Improvements ......................................................................................10
Spring Creek (NRCC) Overpass ..............................................................................................10
Mason Corridor MAX Bus Rapid Transit Project ...................................................................11
Utilities Capital Projects .................................................................................................... 11-19
COMMUNITY EVENTS ...........................................................................................................20
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
Fort Collins Police Services ............................................................................................... 21-23
Poudre Fire Authority ........................................................................................................ 24-26
BUILDING ACTIVITY ........................................................................................................ 27-28
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ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
August 13 Work Session
Amendments to the Smoking in Public Places Ordinance
The purpose of this work session is to discuss options for expansion of the City of Fort
Collins Smoking Ordinance.
Neighborhood Services and Transfort have received guidance on public health trends and
best practices from Larimer County Department of Health and Environment to develop
potential options for expansion of the Fort Collins Smoking Ordinance including:
o smoke-free outdoor dining and bar patios, and
o smoke-free Transfort transit areas.
This work session discussion will focus on data and community feedback regarding
potential options, as well as information about the health impacts related to secondhand
smoke.
Climate Action Planning
Fort Collins’ 2008 Climate Action Plan requires annual progress reporting to City
Council.
An invited guest, Dr. Scott Denning, CSU Professor of Atmospheric Science, will
provide current information about climate change science.
Staff will present information on 2012 progress that Fort Collins is making towards its
community greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Staff will also outline a process to review the existing greenhouse gas goal, followed by
an update to the Climate Action Plan, and seek Council feedback.
August 20 Regular Meeting
Custom Blending Business Assistance Package
Custom Blending, a local spice manufacturer in Fort Collins, is requesting Business
Assistance from the City of Fort Collins for the expansion of their facility to take control
of the vanilla extract manufacturing process.
The physical expansion is an additional 34,000 square feet, which will double their
physical foot print.
The company anticipates spending $4 million on building costs, $2 million in
manufacturing equipment, and hiring an additional 16 full-time employees (average
salaries of $45,000 - $47,000).
Custom Blending is requesting a rebate of $31,100 in use tax rebate (no rebate is offered
for the dedicated fund portions of use tax), and $12, 400 in business personal property tax
rebate over a 7-year span.
Land Use Code – Amend Definition of Large Base Industry
Staff is proposing an amendment to add other types (e.g., health care) into the definition
of large base industries to better address other campus-like development that is occurring
or may occur within the City.
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Amending the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Delivery of Potable Water between Fort
Collins Utilities (FCU) and the Fort Collins-Loveland Water District (FCLWD)
Two separate agreements with FCLWD are being presented to City Council for approval.
The first agreement is the Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement for the
Delivery of Potable Water.
o This agreement allows FCLWD to utilize Fort Collins Utilities water transmission
system to convey water to the FCLWD customer base.
o The proposed amendments update the delivery points to FCLWD and the terms of
the agreement, including going from annual settlement to monthly settlement of
any imbalance between the water provided by FCLWD to FCU and the water
delivered by FCU to FCLWD.
o New requirements include paying the full cost of treatment for any monthly
imbalance and the transfer of raw water between parties.
The second agreement is the Intergovernmental Agreement for Water Treatment Service.
o This agreement allows FCLWD to acquire 5 million gallons of daily treatment
capacity at the FCU Water Treatment Facility.
o Excess treatment capacity exists because of community conservation.
o FCLWD will provide raw water to FCU each month that will be treated by FCU
and delivered to FCLWD.
o FCLWD will pay an amortized plant investment fee as well as the full cost of
treatment.
o The agreement utilizes existing treatment resources to meet the growing needs of
another water district serving Fort Collins customers.
August 27 Work Session
Historic Preservation Process Improvements, Phase 2
Staff will provide Council with information on the results of its research into best
practices, on enhancements that are currently being implemented to increase program
transparency and improve service, and on the results of a survey on the historic review
requirement for buildings that are 50 years old or older.
Additionally, staff will be asking for Council’s direction on proposed changes to the
Landmark Codes, and for direction on further study of options that could address the
issue of the large number of properties that will soon turn 50 and become subject to
historic review.
Energy Conservation On-Bill Financing First Year Review
Council requested an update on progress of the On-Bill Financing Program when it was
approved in May 2012.
Uptake of the program has been very slow since starting in January 2013 (3 closed loans,
3 approved, 3 denied, 1 withdrawn).
Staff will recommend revisions to the program to make it more successful over time and
seek Council feedback.
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September 3 Regular Meeting
Temporary Ban – Amendment 64 (Retail Marijuana)
Staff is proposing an ordinance to put in place a temporary ban on recreational marijuana
businesses.
The ban will allow time for state regulations to be implemented and for local outreach.
September 10 Work Session
Social Sustainability Gap Analysis and Strategic Plan Update
A Gap Analysis was funded in Budging for Outcomes offer for consultant assistance.
The Request for Proposal process is complete and staff is in final negotiations on contract
and scope of services.
The first step is a Gap Analysis report that will address current conditions trends and
resources in the community, both City as well as other organizations.
The second step in the Gap Analysis will be to identify gaps that exist and may need to be
filled.
A Strategic Plan will identify and prioritize actions the City organization will take to
implement the overall vision for social sustainability services, and further delineate the
City’s role.
Two Council work sessions are planned for the Gap Analysis, which will be completed
before the end of 2013; Strategic Plan will be completed in 2014.
During the September work session, staff will review the proposed process, timeline and
products; review the stakeholder engagement plan; and refine the topic areas.
2014 Budget Revisions
In 2012, Council adopted the 2013-14 Budget, but we only approve spending for a year at
a time.
Council will be presented with the City Manager's recommendation of 2014 Revision
Requests (programs and services) that could be added to the 2014 budget.
Guidance is sought from Council on which 2014 Revision Requests should be considered
for 1
st
reading on October 15, 2013.
Capital Improvement Tax Renewal
The Current Capital Improvement Tax, Building on Basics, will expire in 2015.
This will be a discussion of a possible future Capital Improvement Tax.
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ECONOMY
FORT COLLINS SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTIONS
June 2013
Sales tax collections increased 6.5%
Use tax collections excluding rebates decreased 4.4%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 4.3%
2013 YTD
Sales tax collections increased 3.9%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 1.3%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 3.5%
Capital Expansion Fee Revisions
In the fall of 2012, Finance staff initiated a comprehensive review of the Capital Expansion Fees
that were first implemented in 1996. The goal of the review was to ensure that the methodology
first implemented was still applicable and to assess the fee structure using current asset data.
Staff contracted with Duncan Associates, a nationally known firm that specializes in impact fees,
to assist with the fee study.
Fees included in the study are:
Neighborhood Parks
Community Parks
Fire
Police
General Government
Staff presented the information to City Council at a July work session. Direction was given to
proceed with the fee update and incorporate the following items into the August 20
th
update:
Options to phase in Commercial/Industrial fees over time but implement residential fees
at 100% in 2013;
Consider reviewing at less than the 3-5 year interval recommended by staff due to rapid
change in asset replacement costs;
Present examples of the fee impact on various sized commercial projects;
Clarification on how redevelopment impact fees are calculated.
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CAPITAL PROJECTS
(new information noted in blue text)
ENGINEERING
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Source: KFCG Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $450,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The City of Fort Collins Pedestrian Plan addresses citywide pedestrian needs and is a
data-driven approach based on the importance of safe, sustainable walking within City
limits. It, however, lacks comprehensive condition data for the City’s sidewalk system.
Prior to the beginning of the Pedestrian Needs Assessment project, there was not an
inventory of existing sidewalks or sidewalk deficiencies. This project provides a
complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and identifies
inadequate handicap accessibilities according to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
requirements.
Data collection has been completed with approximately 540 street miles of sidewalk
assessed and inventoried at this time.
37,675 accessible ramps have been identified as acceptable, substandard, or missing in
accordance with the ADA requirements.
Staff has implemented a methodology and analysis program used to prioritize pedestrian
projects. This program takes into account a variety of factors such as, but not limited to,
demand, corridor function, and high priority areas.
Staff has identified approximately 30 projects for 2013 and has begun to collaborate with
various departments to prioritize those projects. Construction began in May.
o Vermont Street sidewalk is complete with some minor grading and irrigation
work.
o City Park projects began construction July 8. Oak Street is 90% complete with
minor grading and landscaping work to be performed. Sidewalk construction
along Bryan Road is scheduled to start mid-August with Jackson to begin this fall.
o Upcoming project locations scheduled include: Cherry, Linden, Wagner, Lemay,
Boardwalk, and Rolland Moore (two access ramps).
SOUTH SHIELDS STREET BRIDGE OVER LARIMER CANAL NO. 2
Funding Source: Colorado Off System Bridge Program (BRO) funds and KFCG 2011
Estimated Project Budget: $1.5 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The main goal of this project is to replace the second worst rated, structurally deficient
bridge in the City.
Construction will include the removal of the existing structure, the construction of a new
structure, relocation and upgrading of existing utilities, and the construction of urban
design features. The new bridge will be similar in size to the existing bridge.
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The project will be constructed in phases, starting
on the east half of the structure, followed by the
west half. During construction, traffic lanes will be
reduced to one lane in each direction. Bicycles will
be asked to merge with traffic or find alternate
routes. Pedestrian access will always be available
during the duration of the project.
All structural and surface improvements for the
new bridge have been completed, and the bridge
has been re-opened to traffic. Minor construction,
including landscaping installation and the
installation of the decorative rail, will continue at
the bridge. All work within the ditch has been
completed.
Substantial completion is expected by the first week of August, with Final Acceptance
anticipated shortly thereafter.
Additional project information and information on planned roadway closures can be
found at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/shields-bridge.php
MULBERRY BRIDGE (SH 14) AT THE POUDRE RIVER ENHANCEMENTS
Funding Source: City of Fort Collins
Estimate Project Budget: $750,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
is replacing the Mulberry Bridge (State Highway
14) over Poudre River Bridge starting in the fall
of 2013.
Due to the construction, eastbound traffic on
Mulberry will be detoured for approximately 18
months.
The City is working with CDOT to add city-
funded enhancements to the bridge including
decorative railings, landscaping and urban design
features.
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WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN
Funding Source: Colorado Off System Bridge Program (BRO) funds and KFCG 2011
Estimated Project Budget: $1.1 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of the project is to replace the existing
structurally deficient bridge with a new bridge
that meets the current standards.
The posted weight limit on this bridge precludes
the passage of emergency vehicles from the
nearby fire station.
In December 2011, the City received a grant for
$700,000 in Colorado Off System Bridge Program
(BRO) funds for some of the construction cost.
Design efforts are underway. Construction is
planned for fall 2014.
WEST PROSPECT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN
Funding Source: KFCG 2011
Estimated Project Budget: $1.2 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of the project is to replace the existing
structurally deficient bridge with a new bridge
that meets the current standards.
The State of Colorado inspected this bridge in
March 2011 and found significant structural
issues resulting in a temporary plate being
installed and load posting restricted to 15 tons.
Design efforts are underway and will be
completed by summer 2013.
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BRYAN BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Colorado Off System Bridge Program (BRO), City Bridge & KFCG
Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $1 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of the project is to replace the existing
structurally deficient bridge with a new bridge that
meets the current standards.
The posted weight limit on this bridge precludes
the passage of emergency vehicles from the
nearby fire station.
The City received a grant for $552,000 in
Colorado Off System Bridge Program (BRO)
funds to cover some of the project cost.
Construction is planned for fall 2013.
A three week full closure is planned for Phase 1 of
the construction.
The road will be open to northbound traffic only
for the second phase of construction.
ARTHUR DITCH AT MOUNTAIN AVENUE AND AT MYRTLE STREET
Funding Source: KFCG Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $750,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Replacement of two load posted Arthur Ditch
bridges.
Full closure is planned for removal of existing
bridges and the construction of the replacement
bridges. Construction will begin fall 2013.
Access manholes will be added to the new bridges
for safety.
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WESTBURY AND SHIELDS IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB) along with Xcel Energy Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $650,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of this project is to relieve traffic
congestion and vehicle wait time by constructing
an additional northbound travel lane on Shields
from Clarendon Hills to Westbury.
The need for this safety and operational
improvement was identified in the Engineering
Department’s recently completed Arterial
Intersection Prioritization Study. The lane
addition on Shields will improve traffic flow by
relieving congestion for northbound traffic,
whereby the outside lane will act as a right turn
lane during peak hours and a through lane during
off-peak hours.
The proposed improvements will reduce the morning peak hour delay by 18%.
Xcel Energy is currently constructing its West Main Natural Gas Pipeline Replacement
Project through this area. The roadway improvements will be coordinated with Xcel’s
schedule, and are expected to be completed in mid-September.
Southbound Shields has existing curb and gutter along this stretch of roadway. The
project will patch two locations southbound, and place a 2-inch asphalt overlay over the
entire roadway with new striping.
The final product will reshape Shields Street to a four-lane arterial with a center left turn
lane and on-street bike lanes from Harmony Road to Clarendon Hills Drive
(approximately 0.5 miles).
A communication plan (public outreach) is being developed and will be implemented
with the final design through construction.
The project website is available through the Engineering homepage at
http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/shields-westbury.php
SPRING CREEK (NRRC) OVERPASS
Funding Source: Federal Congestion Mitigation and
Air Quality (CMAQ) Grant and Building on Basics
(BOB) Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $2.75 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of the project is to construct a new
pedestrian/bike overpass that will link the Mason
Bike Trail and the federal campus on the west side
of the railroad tracks to the Mason Corridor Bus
Rapid Transit (BRT) MAX station on the east side
of the tracks.
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Construction of the ramps is underway in conjunction with the MAX project.
The project is currently advertised with bids due on August 13, 2013.
The proposed schedule is to complete construction by May 2014 in conjunction with the
opening of the MAX BRT.
MASON CORRIDOR MAX BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) PROJECT
Funding Source: FTA 80%, Local Match (CDOT SB-1, CDOT FASTER, City, and
Downtown Development Authority) 20%
Estimate Project Budget: $87 million
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Installation of the Sherwood lateral box culvert is on hold south of Spring Creek at
Johnson Drive until the irrigation water is shut off in order for crews to install the
proposed headwall.
Station structures were set at the University Station, Laurel southbound station, and the
Olive northbound station.
Only the Prospect Station and Bay Farm Station are yet to be constructed, which will
occur in the near future. Station work continues in various stages at several MAX BRT
stations, and includes architectural aspects and concrete.
CEI crews continue to make progress on the storm pipe installation throughout the
project area. The focus this month has been on the CSU campus from Lake Street to
University.
Conduit installation for the MIS duct bank is nearing completion.
The construction of the bus guideway was completed near McClelland and Horsetooth.
Intersection improvements occurred at Harmony, Horsetooth and Olive. Work included
crosswalk installation, curb, ramps and paving.
Construction of the retaining wall between Prospect Street and Spring Creek west of the
railroad tracks is 30% complete.
Construction of the bridge at Mail Creek is completed.
The South Transit Center contract is currently on hold due to the termination of Growling
Bear. The surety company is now in control of the contract and intends to restart
construction on the project. Completion is still expected by May 2014.
Heath Construction is ahead of schedule on the Maintenance Facility Expansion and is
nearing substantial completion.
UTILITIES
WEST VINE OUTFALL CHANNEL
Project Description: This is a joint project between the City and Larimer County to design and
construct a stormwater outfall channel for the West Vine Basin to the Poudre River. The project
is being coordinated with Larimer County’s widening of Shields Street from the Arthur Ditch to
Willox.
Project Status: Alternative Analysis Phase completed; negotiating with land owners.
Anticipated Completion Date: Preliminary design underway; construction in the of fall 2013.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
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Total Project Budget: Alternatives Analysis
Phase ($104,000); Final Design ($243,000); Total
Project Cost $2.4 Million
Budget Status: $211,000 spent to date; project is
within budget.
Highlights:
Cost estimates of alternatives have been
developed.
The two property owners (Arnett and
Scott) have been presented with a proposal
to purchase land for the project.
Working on collaboration with Natural
Areas.
Final Design for the Water Quality area
north of Vine Drive and the outfall to the
Poudre River has begun.
Currently working on the IGA for construction with Larimer County.
Presented project at Poudre River Open House.
Draft purchase agreement are complete for property owners (Arnett and Scott).
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM - SMOKE TESTING
Project Description: This project will identify defects in the sanitary sewer system that lead to
excess flow at the wastewater treatment plant. The project involves blowing smoke into
manholes in the area of concern and identifying
locations where smoke comes to the surface.
Measures will be taken to minimize the risk of
smoke entering homes and businesses. Flow
monitoring data since 2009 was used to identify
areas throughout town that should be tested for
possible defects.
Project Status: The testing is planned to start in
mid-March.
Anticipated Completion Date: Ongoing
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: The project is being
conducted with City staff.
Budget Status: Budget is minimal other than staff
time.
Highlights:
Flow monitoring has been conducted for
the majority of the system since 2009.
Smoke Testing plan for the spring of 2013 has been developed.
A public relations plan is being developed.
The neighborhood surrounding Irish Elementary was tested the week of March 25.
North College subbasin was tested during the week of April 1.
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LAPORTE AVENUE TRANSMISSION MAIN REHABILITATION
Project Description: Decommissioning of Utilities’ 27 inch water transmission main in LaPorte
Avenue between Grandview Avenue and the
pressure relief vault at Impala Street. LaPorte
Avenue is scheduled for paving west of Taft Hill
Road by the Streets Department in the summer of
2013. The project involves removing services
and distribution lines from the 27 inch steel line
and tapping them into the 27 inch concrete line.
The steel main will then be cut, drained and
plugged.
Project Status: Project started in May 2013.
Anticipated Completion Date: Work to be
completed by August 15, 2013.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $425,000.00
Budget Status: On Budget
Highlights:
Entire 27 inch steel main between PRV
and Grandview Avenue to be abandoned by end of summer 2013.
42 INCH SANITARY SEWER MAIN AND 12 INCH WATER MAIN RELOCATIONS
AT MULBERRY BRIDGE
Project Description: In order to accommodate the construction of the new bridge over the
Poudre River on Mulberry Street by CDOT, conflicting utility lines must be relocated. At
CDOT expense, the 42 inch sanitary sewer main and the 12 inch water main will be relocated to
the north to a location that will not conflict with
the new wider bridge. The project will include
the relocation design, permitting, and relocation
construction necessary to remove the utility lines
from conflict with the new bridge.
Project Status: Project completed in June.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: One month
behind schedule due to poor spring weather
conditions.
Total Project Budget: $942,000
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Water, sewer, communications conduit,
and power conduit constructed through
the river. Project crew was able to save
the project money by placing the electric
and communications conduits in the 42
inch sewer encasement.
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Project design and construction using Utilities Alternative Product Delivery System
approved by CDOT.
Relocation of large utility mains under the Poudre River presents numerous engineering
and construction management challenges.
There are many existing utility conflicts and relocations required to allow for the new 42
inch sewer and the 12 inch water main.
Project complete.
BOX ELDER CREEK OUTFALL IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: Large regional flood control project to be designed and constructed under
Intergovernmental Agreements with Timnath Development Authority and Boxelder Basin
Stormwater Authority. Project involves channel grading and road crossing improvements from
I-25 to the Poudre River along the Boxelder Creek Corridor.
Project Status: Engineering contract in place.
Conceptual level cost estimate in preparation.
Preliminary Design: May 2013 – October
2013
CLOMR Submittal: October 2013
Right of Way Requirements: May 2013 –
June 2014
Final Design and Permitting
Requirements: October 2013 – April 2014
Anticipated Completion Date: December 30,
2014
On Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $2,900,000
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights: Project in Preliminary Design
WEST VINE SLIPLINING
Project Description: Sliplining 27 inch steel
transmission main with 12 inch HDPE between
48 inch Budweiser line north of Vine Drive and 8
inch distribution main in Sunset Court. The new
12 inch HDPE line will be connected to the new
12 inch and existing 6 inch mains in Vine Drive.
Project Status: Project started in May 2013.
Anticipated Completion Date: Work to be
completed by July 1, 2013.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Project
Complete
Total Project Budget: $260,000.00
Budget Status: On Budget
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Highlights:
Entire 27 inch steel main between PRV and 48 inch Budweiser line to be abandoned by
mid-summer 2013.
CATHODIC PROTECTION OF WATER TREATMENT AND TRANSMISSION AND
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WATER LINES
Project Description: Investigation of existing systems in place used to protect water lines from
corrosion; design of rehabilitation of existing and new systems to prevent corrosion; and
construction of modified and new systems.
Project Status: On Schedule
Anticipated Completion Date: This is an ongoing project.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $552,000 (2013)
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Working with consultant and contractor
on testing current cathodic protection
levels and locations; and installing
modified and new systems where needed.
Modified the cathodic protection test sites
on the raw water line going into the
treatment plant in March 2012.
Took readings and conducted continuity
testing of AB line, Mulberry, Lemay, and
Lincoln lines.
Designing rectifiers and locations for
rectifiers along the AB line and at the
WTP.
Prepared legal exhibits and obtaining
easements for the rectifier locations along the AB line.
Working with contractor on work order for cathodic protection work in preparation for
anode and rectifier installation at the WTF.
Meeting with other water districts to discuss cathodically bonding to their systems which
cross the City’s system.
Working with contractor on costs to install rectification system in order to determine
budget needed for 2013 and 2014.
Construction of deep ground bed anodes and installation of rectifiers scheduled to begin
mid-July.
Construction of deep ground bed anodes began July 24, continuing in August with anode
junction boxes and wire/conduit installation. Rectifiers scheduled to be installed around
the end of August with activation sometime this fall.
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BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) WATER AND SEWER RELOCATES
Project Description: Relocation and protection of major water and sewer utility lines due to the
construction of the BRT.
Project Status: Utility projects complete;
working on administrative issues, including
invoices, Buy America requirements, and
completion reports.
Anticipated Completion Date: Winter 2011 –
fall 2013; Utility project work completed.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Ahead of
schedule; project work complete March 2013.
Total Project Budget: $1,250,000
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
All Utilities impacted by the BRT have
been identified and cost estimates were
developed.
Coordination with the BRT continues.
Contract for design services completed;
construction contracts for all identified
projects in effect.
Council approved reallocation of water and wastewater budget.
Completed Prospect water line move and sanitary sewer replacements.
Water Utility work in Prospect completed the second week in March.
STREAM REHABILITATION AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
Project Description: Stream restoration and habitat enhancement across the City, including
stabilizing stream channel morphology, restoring/creating new native in-stream and riparian
habitat to attract and support native fish and wildlife populations, and promote BMPs to improve
water quality. First watershed in program is Fossil and Mail Creek.
Project Status: Working with consultant on
design.
Anticipated Completion Date: First project
design to be complete by fall 2013 with
construction to begin fall of 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $600,000 each year
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Conducted several vision meetings and
site visits.
Met with Corps of Engineers
representative to discuss Individual Permit
requirements – may conduct “Threatened
and Endangered Species” survey and
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other items which will not fit timeframe for construction this fall, so preliminarily
scheduled for fall 2014.
Conducted vision charette in February.
Draft Vision report complete; to be sent to appropriate interested parties.
Working on design with contractor and consultant.
Attended Poudre River Open House and presented Fossil Creek project.
Planning for a neighborhood open house the first week in September.
RIGDEN MUNICIPAL STORAGE POND
Project Description: The project will consist of the construction of a gravel pit water storage
reservoir to include a pump station and associated piping. The project is located northeast of the
Ziegler Road and Horsetooth Road intersection. Purpose of the storage is to retime flows to meet
water rights return flow obligations and meet augmentation requirements. Project is a
cooperative effort with Natural Areas and Parks.
Project Status: The project is on hold pending the resolution of some issues the property owner
is having with other City departments. This may affect the availability of our contractors who
will be completing the work.
Anticipated Completion Date: Design complete
in 2013; construction in 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Behind Schedule
Total Project Design Budget: $336,112
Total Project Construction Budget: $9,500,000
Budget Status: Preliminary Design is complete;
final design has begun.
Highlights:
Anderson Consulting is preparing the final
design.
City Attorneys are preparing the draft
purchase agreement.
Acquisition costs being are finalized.
Cost estimate and schedule are being
updated.
The size of the reservoir is being increased from 1400 acre/feet to 1970 acre/feet.
The owner is working on resolving issues with other City departments which has slowed
the completion of the purchase agreement.
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PLEASANT VALLEY PIPELINE FOREBAY SEDIMENTATION POND
Project Description: Design and construction of a Sedimentation Pond at the turnout structure
for the Pleasant Valley Pipeline, to remove sedimentation from Poudre River raw water before it
goes into the pipeline. The unusual sedimentation load is being caused by the effects of the High
Park Fire.
Project Status: Phase I construction, work that would be affected by the use of the Munroe
Canal, was substantially complete as of March 31. Phase II construction began March 15 and
will continue until mid-June.
Anticipated Completion Date: Phase I – April 1 2013; Phase II – June 2013
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $1,700,000
Budget Status: On Budget
Highlights:
Ayres Associates selected on February 5,
2013 as consultant for the design and
construction administration phases.
Executed Permission to Enter document
with property owner, Northern Colorado
Water Conservancy District.
Phase I design completed on February 25,
2013; issued Notice to Proceed to Hydro
Construction. Began mobilization.
Excavated to pond bottom and constructed
embankment surrounding pond.
Excavated for and constructed inlet
structure and backfilled.
Installed slide gates at inlet structure.
Cut new gate opening in existing PVP inlet structure and installed new 3’ x 9’ RCBC at
opening.
Graded pond bottom in preparation for footers/slab segments.
Installed 9’ x 3’ RCBC pond outlet and backfilled.
Installed perimeter drain and dry manhole drain.
Formed and poured weir wall structure.
Installed concrete footers, slab segments and knee walls on north, east and south sides of
pond. Concrete work approximately 1/3 complete.
Completed all concrete work, including floor slab, knee walls, inlet structure and truck
ramp.
Caulked all construction and expansion joints in floor slab and knee walls.
Soil pond slopes have been cut, graded and finished for installation of polyethylene liner.
Finished connections of the perimeter drain.
Site mostly rough graded, including sludge drying ramp and impoundment area.
Polyethylene liner installed.
Final grading complete.
Sludge drying bed and berm complete.
Site seeded and mulched.
New sedimentation pond filled on June 18, 2013 and brought online.
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Contractor demobilized.
Phases I and II substantially complete. Pond and site fencing only work items remaining.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY YARD PIPING MODIFICATIONS
Project Description: Design and construction of a new 48 inch diameter steel raw water
pipeline to replace the aged 30 and 36 inch Horsetooth raw water pipelines, and a new 36 inch
diameter steel backwash pump station influent line to replace the existing cast iron pipeline.
Both of these pipelines have shown damage due to electrolysis. The finished water backwash
influent line is also located under an existing sludge drying pond, increasing the possibility of
cross contamination.
Project Status: Kicked off design May 2013. Construction scheduled for October 2013 thru
January 2014.
Anticipated Completion Date: Design scheduled to be complete by September 2013;
construction will follow in October 2013.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $1,550,000
Budget Status: On Budget
Highlights:
Selected design engineer, CH2M HILL
ENGINEERS, and contractor, Hydro
Construction Company.
Executed design contract with CH2M
HILL.
Design Kickoff Meeting held May 1,
2013.
Gathering information and evaluating
alternative alignments.
Selected preferred alternative alignments.
Set up locates for potholing existing
utilities.
Potholing of existing utilities with
potential conflicts with new installation is
complete.
90% plans and specifications complete and being reviewed by team.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
US Pro Cycling Challenge
Location: See http://www.nococycling.com/route/ for route map
Date/Time: Saturday August 24, 2013 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Details: Join us for Stage 6 of the 2013 USA Pro Cycling Challenge! The Challenge will include
128 of the world's best cyclists from 25 countries making up 16 professional teams. Be
sure to come see world and Olympic medalists, national champions, and Tour de France
and Giro d'Italia heroes battle on Colorado's majestic landscape and killer climbs for a
piece of history.
The largest spectator event in the history of Colorado continues to set records in
professional cycling by taking the world's best riders to unprecedented elevations,
providing heart pounding excitement and drama for all seven days… this year's route
promises to bring even more!
Web address: http://www.usaprocyclingchallenge.com
Contact Information: Tessa Greegor
Phone: (970) 416-2471
Email address: tgreegor@fcgov.com
Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Location: Parking lot at NW corner of Lake Street and College Avenue
Date/Time: Saturday September 7, 2013 9:00 AM
Details:
Drop off unwanted household chemicals (non-leaking):
• household batteries
• paint and pesticides
• compact fluorescents
• cleaning and automotive products
• mercury-containing items (thermostat and appliance switches, thermometers, button-
shaped batteries)
Who: Fort Collins residents (no commercial waste)
Items not accepted:
• explosives
• asbestos
• pharmaceuticals
• bio-waste (needles, bandages)
Web address: http://www.fcgov.com/hazwaste
Contact Information: Errin Henggeler
Phone: (970) 221-6700
Email address: ehenggeler@fcgov.com
To view the full calendar of events, visit http://www.fcgov.com/events/
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PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES
Call Load
In July 2013, officers responded to 8,934 incidents resulting in 1,663 cases, compared to 8,543
incidents and 1,757 cases for the same period last year. While the monthly incident call totals
are up, case numbers were lower with year–to-date totals reflecting a decrease in both categories
when compared to the same period last year.
2012 YTD 2013 YTD
Incidents 59030 57344
Cases 11446 10906
Police Seek Explorer Applicants
The Fort Collins Police Explorer program is currently accepting applications. Applicants must
be 16 years old, possess a valid Colorado driver’s license, and be able to pass a background
check and mandatory drug screening. Explorers volunteer their time to learn about the field of
law enforcement and are provided training in a variety of law enforcement topics enabling them
to assist police and the community. Explorers often assist with traffic control and other non-
enforcement functions. Applications can be obtained from the Records Division at the Fort
Collins Police Services building, 2221 S. Timberline Road. All applications must be received by
August 16. For more information on the Explorer Scout program, visit the webpage at
http://www.fcgov.com/police/scouts.php or e-mail explorers@fcgov.com.
Coffee with the Chief
The second Coffee with Chief Hutto community outreach
activity was held at Starbucks in the Scotch Pines Shopping
Center on Thursday, July 18, with many people stopping by
for an informal chat with the Chief. The next Coffee with
Chief Hutto will be held Friday, August 16, from 10–11 a.m.
at Dazbog, 401 Mason Court. This is a monthly event that
will be held at different coffee shops through the end of the
year.
Police Investigate Pedestrian Collision
A 14-year-old teen rollerblading on John F. Kennedy Parkway near Boardwalk Drive was hit by
a car on July 26 and transported to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries. The teen was
struck by a 2001 Lincoln sedan driven by an 89-year-old Fort Collins resident as he crossed the
street in front of the vehicle. He was not in a marked crosswalk and was not wearing a helmet.
The driver was not injured.
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Charges Filed in Officer Involved Collision
Fort Collins police have concluded the investigation into the June 6 collision involving Fort
Collins Police Officer Biberos and presented their findings to District Attorney’s Office (DA) for
review. The DA concluded Officer Biberos may have committed a traffic infraction, which is
not prosecutable by their office. Officer Biberos was cited for failing to yield the right-of-way to
a pedestrian in the crosswalk. Ms. Cruz was cited for riding a bicycle between sunset and
sunrise without a headlamp. Both traffic infractions were filed in Fort Collins Municipal Court.
Police do not believe alcohol or speed contributed to the collision. There was no evidence
Officer Biberos was distracted by his cellular phone, police radio or laptop at the time of the
collision. Officer Biberos returned to his normal patrol duties on June 12, 2013.
Police Investigate Fraudulent Utility Collection Calls
Fort Collins police are investigating several reports of suspicious collection calls from an
unknown suspect(s) to Fort Collins Utilities’ customers stating their account was delinquent and
demanding immediate payment or their utilities would be disconnected within 30 minutes. The
intended victims were instructed to go to a local business and wire money to the suspect in order
to prevent their utilities from being shut off.
Police have confirmed the suspicious calls were fraudulent and had not originated from City of
Fort Collins Utilities’ personnel. Several intended victims reported the suspicious calls came
from a phone number with a Colorado Springs prefix (719) which investigators believe were
computer generated from a location outside the United States.
Please remember the following information should you receive a call related to your City of Fort
Collins Utilities account or speak with someone claiming to work for the City of Fort Collins
Utilities Department:
1. All calls from City of Fort Collins Utilities to their customers will display the phone
number (970) 212-2900 on the customer’s caller identification.
2. Staff from City of Fort Collins Utilities wear City of Fort Collins Utilities uniforms and
carry identification paperwork readily available.
3. Payment requests from employees of the City of Fort Collins Utilities department are
never demanded within 30 minutes of the call.
4. The City of Fort Collins Utilities Department will never instruct their customers to wire
money from a local business to an unknown account.
Police Investigate Two Accidental Shootings in Two Days
Shortly after 9:00 p.m. on July 29, police responded to a report of a shooting at 517 East Trilby
Road and discovered a 24-year old Fort Collins man with a single gunshot wound. The victim
was transported by ambulance to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Donald Hughes,
28, was taken into custody and later booked into Larimer County Jail on suspicion of one count
of Second Degree Assault and one count of Prohibited Use of a Weapon. It appears the shooting
was not intentional.
In a separate incident on July 30, police received information that a 19-year-old man had been
shot in the abdomen by a 16 year-old juvenile while standing near a car in Fossil Ridge Park,
5833 S. Lemay Avenue. Officers located a .22 caliber pistol in the bushes near the vehicle.
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Interviews at the scene led investigators to believe it was an unintentional shooting. The victim
was transported by ambulance to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries. The suspect was
taken to the HUB and charged with Second Degree Assault and Possession of a Handgun by a
Juvenile.
Crime Prevention
During July, the Crime Prevention Specialist interacted with 787 people and handled 30
telephone calls. Topics included working with a regional security office on chronic burglar
alarms, improving security for the Food Bank of Larimer County, assisting a day care center
with facility security, and hosting a crime prevention table at the Woodward Governor Annual
Safety Fair and Employee picnic attended by over 675 people.
A breakdown of the month’s Crime Prevention activities follows:
Personal Safety, Oakbrook II - 25 attended
Child Safety, Little Bears - 35 attended
RESTORE - 51 attended
Woodward Governor Annual Safety Fair - 675 attended
CPTED, St. Luke’s Day Care - 1 attended
Crime Prevention Tip
It’s that time of year again when children are getting ready for school. Please take the time to
show your children the safe route to school and home again. Whether walking, riding a bicycle
or the bus, teach them all the safety rules. Visit the Safe Kids of Larimer County website for
information: http://www.safekidslcc.org.
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POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Citations Up, Fireworks Complaints Down over Fourth of July
The use of illegal fireworks and complaints this Independence Day was lower than in past years.
From June 28 through July 6 (the annual peak of fireworks complaints), the City of Fort Collins
saw a 36% reduction in fireworks related complaints and a significant increase in citations and
seizure of unlawful fireworks when comparing 2013 numbers to 2011, leading officials to
believe education coupled with a comprehensive enforcement approach and zero tolerance was
effective.
Authorities handed out 30 citations for fireworks violations, said Fort Collins Police Lt. Mike
Trombley. The possession and use (without a permit) of fireworks of any kind in the city of Fort
Collins is illegal with a violation resulting in a summons into municipal court and a fine of
$1,000.
Last year was a statistical anomaly, as multiple wildfires roared throughout the State resulting in
a statewide fire and fireworks ban skewing comparison data. The City used 2011 as the
benchmark year for comparisons netting the following:
2011 - 478 complaints, 7 citations, no tracking on the amount of fireworks seized;
2012 - 99 complaints, 8 citations, 15 lbs. of fireworks seized;
2013 - 308 complaints, 30 citations, over 60 lbs. of fireworks seized.
Of the 308 complaints received over the nine days, approximately half came in during a 7-hour
period on July 4. Frequently, one fireworks event is called in by several complainants. Evidence
is needed to prove the person cited was in possession or discharged the fireworks.
Comfort Dental Fire
Firefighters responded early morning on July 12 to a report of a possible explosion and fire in a
Comfort Dental building. When crews arrived they found a one story, block building with fire
coming from two windows on the street side. An aggressive attack was able to knock down most
of the fire in five minutes with full control coming about 30 minutes later. A life-safety search
was also performed while crews were working to contain the fire.
At least two exam and storage areas (slightly less than 25% of the building) suffered heavy fire
damage with the remainder incurring heavy smoke damage.
Assisting agencies: City of Fort Collins Building Services, Light & Power, Police Services, and
Water departments; Fort Collins 9-1-1; PVH/UC Health Emergency Services.
PFA investigators are working with Fort Collins Police Services to determine origin and cause.
No further information is available.
Apartment Fire
One firefighter suffered non-life-threatening injuries on July 7 after a ceiling and partial roof
collapse during a three-alarm apartment fire. When firefighters arrived they faced a large
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amount of fire on the exterior and in the attic of the two story, wood-frame apartment building.
The fire spread quickly up an exterior wall and into the attic, plus into individual units. With the
help of Fort Collins police officers and other residents, all occupants were evacuated safely. In
the meantime, firefighters also launched aggressive interior search and suppression efforts in the
units most threatened by fire. A defensive fire attack strategy had to be used due to the collapse
and pending collapse of the roof and ceilings. Firefighters worked hard to bring the fire under
control within one hour.
The injured firefighter was transported to Poudre Valley Hospital/UCH, treated and released.
The building has eight units that suffered damage: heavy damage to the second floor and roof of
two units; light, mostly water and smoke damage, to two units; no damage to the remaining four
units.
The PFA Customer Assistance Response Team (CART) worked with the Red Cross to provide
displaced residents assistance with immediate food, clothing, housing, medication and pet needs.
Assisting agencies: City of Fort Collins Police Services, Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, Fort
Collins 9-1-1, PVH/UC Health Emergency Services, Red Cross, Wellington Fire Protection
District.
PFA investigators are working with Fort Collins Police Services to determine origin and cause.
No further information is available.
Captain Earns Designation
Captain Holger Durre has successfully completed the process that awards him the professional
designation of “Fire Officer” (FO). The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met
on July 2, 2013, to officially confer the designation upon Captain Durre. Captain Durre is one of
only 151 FO’s worldwide.
The CPC awards the FO designation only after an individual successfully meets all of the
organization’s stringent criteria. The process includes an assessment of the applicant’s
education, experience, professional development, technical competencies, contributions to the
profession and community involvement. In addition, all applicants are required to identify a
future professional development plan.
The FO designation program uses a comprehensive peer review model to evaluate candidates
seeking the credential.
The Commission on Professional Credentialing, an entity of the Center for Public Safety
Excellence, Inc., (CPSE) administers the FO Designation Program. The CPSE consists of
individuals from academia, federal and local government, and the fire and emergency medical
services profession. To learn more about CPC, visit www.publicsafetyexcellence.org.
Captain Durre has been a member of PFA for 13 years and currently is the Accreditation
Manager.
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Incident Statistics (by category)
Report Period: July 2013 Total Loss
Fires 40 $534,380
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 2
Rescue / EMS 1,113
Hazardous Condition - no fire 27
Service Call 57
Good Intent Call 103
False Alarms / False Calls 109
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 1
Special Incident Type 2
Total = 1,454
YEAR-TO-DATE 2013 Total Loss
Fires 240 $2,219,681
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 8
Rescue / EMS 7,124
Hazardous Condition - no fire 212
Service Call 434
Good Intent Call 718
False Alarms / False Calls 703
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 1
Special Incident Type 17
Total = 9,457
Comparison: July 2012 Total Loss
Fires 24 $344,800
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 0
Rescue / EMS 1,155
Hazardous Condition - no fire 33
Service Call 68
Good Intent Call 107
False Alarms / False Calls 110
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 0
Special Incident Type 2
Total = 1,499
Comparison: YEAR-TO-DATE 2012 Total Loss
Fires 240 $6,297,946
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 8
Rescue / EMS 7,124
Hazardous Condition - no fire 212
Service Call 434
Good Intent Call 718
False Alarms / False Calls 703
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 1
Special Incident Type 17
Total = 9,457
*Information subject to change due to updated data.
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BUILDING ACTIVITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
2012 YTD 2013 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 182 217 + 19%
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 107 166 + 55%
Building Permits Issued 4,461 3,842 -14%
Building Inspections Performed 17,458 18,349 +5%
Plan Reviews Performed 1,157 1,313 +13%
General Fund Development Review revenues are approximately $800,000 above projections for
2013 as of July 31.
Development Projects of Note
Link-N-Greens/Woodward – Phase 1 Final Plans for overlot grading have been approved
and recorded. Clearing and grading site work is expected to commence as early as next
week.
Foothills Mall Redevelopment – Final plans were submitted and reviewed on June 5. A
second round of review is required. There has been no further movement on this project.
Approved projects that submitted final plans during the past month:
o Prospect Station – July 3, 2013
o Stoner Subdivision – July 3, 2013
o LDS Temple – July 10, 2013
Construction Projects of Note
New 13,728 square foot greenhouse building for Cargill.
Other Items of Note
Lincoln Corridor Project – Staff and consultant team are finalizing a summary of public
input received at the vision outreach sessions together with a draft vision document. The
process to assess design alternatives for the corridor is starting, with the next community
engagement event scheduled for mid-September.
Urban Agriculture – Code changes were adopted on 2
nd
reading on July 16. Staff is
beginning to implement these changes by (1) working with CSU to develop the research
study on Q fever for goats; (2) meeting with CSU, the Humane Society, and other staff to
implement the animal licensing portion of the code changes; and (3) developing a
workshop on goats for the Sustainable Living Fair that will be held September 14-15.
The next phase of code changes will include allowing hoop houses for year-round
growing and developing standards for raising farm animals in the zone districts where
they are allowed.
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Oil & Gas – On July 16, City Council discussed the existing moratorium on accepting oil
and gas permits and declined to extend it beyond the July 31, 2013 termination. Options
discussed included a 7-year extension and an extension to December 31, 2013. Staff has
been working on securing technical assistance to assess the Prospect Energy Operator
Agreement terms and securing a contractor capable of doing ongoing monitoring at oil
and gas sites within Fort Collins. Staff is developing communication pieces for the
website and distribution to interested parties explaining the Operator Agreement term and
the status of the oil and gas project. Staff is also working on Land Use Code revision
options for oil and gas and looking to bring those to the public, Boards and Commissions,
and eventually Council in late 2013. The public discussions of oil and gas will be
scheduled so as not to interfere with the citizen initiative on a five-year oil and gas
moratorium.
Award – The City is receiving an American Association of State and Local History
(AASLH) Leadership Award of Merit for the restoration of the Coca-Cola Sign on East
Mountain Avenue. The AASLH Leadership in History Awards, now in its 68th year, is
the most prestigious recognition for achievement in the preservation and interpretation of
state and local history. The award ceremony is part of a special banquet, hosted by The
History Channel, during AASLH’s annual meeting in Birmingham, Alabama, on Friday,
September 20.
Exterior Property Maintenance Code – City Council directed staff to move forward with
first phase code amendments that include enforcement of deficient buildings and
excessive outdoor storage in public view as well as the development of a vacant/
dangerous building registry. These items are scheduled to go to City Council for formal
consideration on September 13, 2013.
Smoking Ordinance – Staff will be receiving direction from City Council at the August
13, 2013 work session regarding whether the City’s smoking ordinance should be
expanded to prohibit smoking in certain outdoor public places.
Development Projects under Appeal
None