HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport - Mail Packet - 11/18/2014 - City Manager�S Monthly Report - November 13, 2014November 13, 2014
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
Adoption of the 2015-2016 Budget and the Annual Appropriation Ordinance .........................2
Airport Annual Appropriation ...................................................................................................2
Utility Rate Ordinances..............................................................................................................2
Fall Competitive Process ...........................................................................................................2
Extension of Resolution 2014-005 Regarding Partnership with Larimer County and
Use of Tax Increment Financing................................................................................................2
Electric Capacity Fee Clarification ............................................................................................3
URA 2014 Budget......................................................................................................................3
Smoking Ordinance Expansion (Part 2) ....................................................................................4
Housing Affordability Policy .....................................................................................................4
Homelessness Update on 2014 Strategies ..................................................................................4
2014 Bicycle Master Plan ..........................................................................................................5
Appropriating General Fund Reserves for Transfer to the URA for URA
Reimbursements for the Prospect Station Project and Approving a Loan Agreement ..............5
Capital Improvement 2025 and Street Maintenance Program Tax Renewal Discussion ..........5
ECONOMY
Fort Collins Sales and Use Tax ..................................................................................................5
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Engineering Capital Projects ................................................................................................ 6-13
Utilities Capital Projects .................................................................................................... 14-22
COMMUNITY EVENTS ...........................................................................................................23
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
Fort Collins Police Services ............................................................................................... 24-25
Poudre Fire Authority ........................................................................................................ 26-28
BUILDING ACTIVITY ........................................................................................................ 29-35
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ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
November 18 Regular Meeting
Adoption of the 2015-2016 Budget and the Annual Appropriation Ordinance
This is Second Reading of the City of Fort Collins 2015-16 Biennial Budget, as well as
the 2015 City of Fort Collins annual budget appropriation and mill levy.
Airport Annual Appropriation
This is Second Reading of the 2015 Fort Collins-Loveland Airport annual budget
appropriation.
Utility Rate Ordinances
This is Second Reading of rate ordinances; First Reading passed unanimously.
1.9% increase in electric revenues driven by higher generation costs.
3.0% increase in wastewater revenues driven by capital improvement plan.
Fall Competitive Process
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission held a meeting on
Thursday, October 16 to make their funding recommendations to City Council. The City
received six affordable housing proposals which totaled $2,007,792. The available
funding amount was $721,000. Funding sources were HOME Investment Partnership
(HOME) funds ($264,644), HOME Program Income ($143,311) and the City’s
Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) ($313,047). In addition, the City had $14,785 of HOME
Program Income designated for Planning and Administration.
The recommendations for funding are:
o CARE Housing: Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) Accessibility.
Request $127,356; recommendation is $0 (0% of request).
o Fort Collins Housing Authority: Administrative Fee for the CDDT Program. Request
$26,449; recommendation is $0 (0% of request).
o Fort Collins Housing Authority: Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) for
Community Dual Disorders Treatment (CDDT). Request $225,730; recommendation
is $0 (0%).
o Fort Collins Housing Authority: Village on Redwood. Request $1,500,000;
recommendation is $592,745 (40% of request).
o Loveland Housing Development Corp: Larimer Home Improvement Program.
Request $85,000; recommendation is $85,000 (100% of request).
o Neighbor to Neighbor: Coachlight Plaza Windows Phase 2. Request $43,257;
recommendation is $43,257 (100% of request).
Extension of Resolution 2014-005 Regarding Partnership with Larimer County and Use of Tax
Increment Financing
Council passed resolution 2013-45 in May 2013. Section 4 of the resolution directs staff
to “work cooperatively with the County….and with other municipalities….to develop an
appropriate fiscal impact analysis model for evaluating financial impacts associated with
the formation of tax increment financing districts and the annexation of property into the
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city; and to complete this work by December 15, 2013.” Resolution 2014-005 extended
the date to complete the work to December 15, 2014.
A team led by County Manager Linda Hoffman has developed a purpose and goals
statement, developed a Request for Proposal and selected EPS as a consultant to help
develop the “fiscal impact analysis model.” The current timeline anticipates completion
in the summer/fall of 2015.
Staff is seeking a third extension to December 15, 2015 consistent with the project team’s
timeline.
Electric Capacity Fee Clarification
This is First Reading after postponement by City Council on October 7, 2014 (this
discussion focused on outreach); Second Reading scheduled on December 2, 2014.
Two options for City Council’s consideration include:
o 100% collected before construction;
o 50% collected before construction / 50% before energizing system.
GID No. 1 Annual Appropriation
This is Second Reading of the 2015 General Improvement District No. 1 annual budget
appropriation and mill levy. First Reading was postponed until November 4 due to the
late hour on October 21.
Skyview GID Annual Appropriation
This is Second Reading of the 2015 General Improvement District No. 15 mill levy. First
Reading was postponed until November 4 due to the late hour on October 21.
URA 2014 Budget
Approval of annual URA Budget for North College, Prospect South and Foothills Tax
Increment Financing (TIF) Districts.
URA Foothills Reimbursement Budget Reallocation
Alberta has reimbursed the URA for expenses incurred (legal, consulting, etc.) associated
with the Mall redevelopment project per the Agreement to Negotiate.
URA North College Marketplace (NCMP) Reimbursement
NCMP has submitted a reimbursement request for remaining obligation for the
“gateway” improvements, as well as the obligations within the approved settlement
agreement. This represents the final NCMP payment and is consistent with the executed
Redevelopment Agreement.
Approving a Loan from the City to the URA
Prospect Station is getting ready to submit for reimbursement and the URA agreed to
reimburse half the total obligation with a lump sum payment ($247K), which requires the
URA to take a loan from the City. The remaining obligation will be satisfied as TIF
revenues are collected. This approval is contingent upon City Council approval, which is
required by ordinance.
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November 25 Work Session
Smoking Ordinance Expansion (Part 2)
Staff will present potential options for discussion regarding further expansions to the
City’s Smoking Ordinance. The expansion options will be in three main areas:
1) Old Town Square/Downtown Area
2) Public Events
3) Parks, Trails, and Natural Areas (also City Facilities)
Additionally, staff will provide background and information gained from several targeted
outreach efforts that occurred over the summer. The targeted outreach efforts included:
o Downtown Businesses
o Downtown General Public
o Downtown Development Authority
o Parks Users
o Public Events Patrons
Housing Affordability Policy
The purpose of this item is for Council to review recommendations from the Housing
Affordability Policy Study that staff and consultants have been working on since January.
Council will be asked to provide staff direction on the prioritization and implementation
of selected strategies.
Council will be asked for policy guidance on short and longer term objectives.
Council will be provided with information about why certain regulatory options are not
being recommended.
Homelessness Update on 2014 Strategies
Social Sustainability staff continue to work on the issues of homelessness. The following
activities are occurring in November:
o staff has been researching and compiling comparative approaches to homelessness
based on other communities in the United States;
o Deputy City Manager Jeff Mihelich, Sustainability Services Director Bruce Hendee,
and Police Lieutenant Jim Byrne visited Eugene Oregon to learn about strategies
being used in this community;
o staff will be meeting with City Council in November to review findings and discuss
potential actions and policies regarding homelessness;
o staff is bringing forward on November 12 an emergency ordinance to allow
emergency shelter for homeless women from November through March. Catholic
Charities and Fort Collins Rescue Mission are anticipating accommodating homeless
men;
o staff is working with Homeward 2020 to develop a summit on homelessness in
January with various non-profit service agencies, the faith community and the
business community;
o Examine the results of 2014 January and Summer Point in Time Counts.
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December 2 Regular Meeting
2014 Bicycle Master Plan
Staff is requesting that City Council consider adoption of the 2014 Bicycle Master Plan.
Staff initiated the development of the Bicycle Master Plan in October 2013
and, through extensive public outreach, has developed a final draft plan.
The final plan includes goals and strategies for achieving a world-class city for bicycling,
where people of all ages and abilities have access to a comfortable, safe and connected
network of bicycle facilities, and where bicycling is an integral part of daily life and the
local cultural experience.
The final plan includes recommendations for a 2020 low-stress bicycle network and long
term bicycle network, bicycle facility design and wayfinding guidelines, bicycle
programs and policies, and an implementation approach.
Appropriating General Fund Reserves for Transfer to the URA for URA Reimbursements for the
Prospect Station Project and Approving a Loan Agreement
Prospect Station is getting ready to submit for reimbursement and the URA agreed to
reimburse half the total obligation with a lump sum payment ($247K), which requires the
URA to take a loan from the City. The remaining obligation will be satisfied as TIF
revenues are collected.
December 9 Work Session
Capital Improvement 2025 and Street Maintenance Program Tax Renewal
Staff will present a more refined and narrowed list of potential projects for inclusion in a
capital improvement tax renewal program. The goal of the discussion is to get Council
direction on a preferred project package.
Staff will also provide a recommendation and seek Council direction on the term of the
Street Maintenance tax renewal.
ECONOMY
FORT COLLINS SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTIONS
September 2014
Sales tax collections increased 9.3%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 77.2%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 19.5%
2014 YTD
Sales tax collections increased 7.3%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 32.2%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 11.4%
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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.
37,741 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.
o Current projects: V&S Landscaping is working on the raised boardwalk along
Jackson Street. Work to be complete by the middle of November. Vogel has
begun work along the east side of Lemay north of Drake. In addition, Vogel
completed work along Boardwalk at the intersection of JFK and was able to
complete two missing sidewalk projects near Avery Park along Clearview and
Castlerock. Banner Concrete completed the concrete repairs for Utilities and
pedestrian improvements at the intersection of Mulberry and College.
Staff has identified approximately 21 projects for 2014.
Prioritization Model is complete and has been posted to the engineering website:
http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php.
Staff is continuing to collect and update data from projects and developments that
occurred in 2013 and 2014.
Staff is implementing a project list for 2015.
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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
The Colorado Department of Transportation
(CDOT) is replacing the Mulberry Bridge (State
Highway 14) over Poudre River Bridge starting in
the fall of 2014. Construction was delayed due to
the September 2013 flood.
Due to the construction, eastbound traffic on
Mulberry will be detoured for the duration of
construction.
CDOT has initiated the project. All detours are
active. The City continues to work with CDOT to
monitor the detours, making adjustments as
needed. The City is also working with CDOT to
ensure appropriate levels of outreach and messaging is provided to the public.
The City is working with CDOT to add city-funded enhancements to the bridge including
decorative railings, landscaping and urban design features.
WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN
Funding Source: Colorado Off System Bridge Program (BRO) Funds and KFCG 2011
Estimated Project Budget: $1.1M
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.
Construction is planned for winter 2014/spring
2015.
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ARTHUR DITCH REPLACEMENT – WOOD STREET/SYCAMORE STREET
Funding Sources: KFCG
Estimated Project Budget: $700,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of this project is to replace the existing structurally deficient bridge/box section
with a new bridge/box section that meets the current standards.
Currently, the bridge has weight limit posted.
Design efforts are at 90% complete, and construction is planned for winter 2014/spring
2015.
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT –
OAK/WHITCOMB, LOOMIS/OLIVE, CANYON AT MULBERRY POOL
Funding Sources: KFCG / Operation Services, Facilities
Estimated Project Budget: $2.5-3M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The intent of this project is to replace three
structurally deficient bridge/box sections with
new concrete box culverts.
Value engineering and best practices are being
applied to develop the most cost efficient
replacement methods. All three locations lie
within local floodplains and will be evaluated
prior to final design approval. Coordination
efforts also include the Streets Department
maintenance schedules to ensure the roadway is
reviewed for both short and long term impacts.
The project has been focused on the completion of
the Canyon Avenue location beginning January 2015. The plan sets have been developed
and staff intends to advertise this location in November 2014.
Based on competitive bid line item cost and budget reviews, projects will be evaluated
for completion in winter of 2015 or fall of 2015.
Floodplain clearances have been approved for construction, and the pertinent flood plain
use permits are being issued.
Staff has sent the current plan sheets to the legal staff of the Arthur Ditch for review and
impending ditch crossing agreement.
Staff continues to perform outreach to adjacent residents to provide additional
information on the project and its schedule as it becomes available.
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SHIELDS STREET AND DRAKE ROAD
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Sources: Federal Hazard Elimination Grant
(90%) / Local Match (10%)
Estimated Project Budget: $986,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The main goal of this project is to reduce the
accident rate that occurs at this intersection by
installing dedicated right turn lanes in the north
and southbound movements. A reduced
movement concept is also being considered to the
Raintree Drive/Davidson Road intersection 400
feet south of Shields and Drake.
Project status has moved to near completion of the
30% plans. The right of way legal descriptions are completed and being sent to CDOT for
review and approval.
The right of way acquisition process is expected to be underway in November 2014.
This project has multiple funding sources: Federal Hazard Elimination Grant - $887,400
and City Building on Basics funding - $98,600.
Staff has selected Interwest Consulting Group for the design of these improvements.
The intersection location has several environmental clearances to complete prior to
moving towards the design stage. However, a draft concept has been developed for
illustration purposes and serves as a model while the state and federal hurdles are
completed.
City staff anticipates construction of the intersection to occur in summer 2015.
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB)
Estimated Project Budget: $3,500,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goals of this project are to improve air
quality, reduce vehicle wait time and reduce the
accident rate by constructing a free-right turn and
acceleration lane from eastbound Prospect to
southbound Timberline, as identified in our
Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study.
The 2005 ballot language stated this project will
expand Timberline Road to four (4) lane arterial
standards including:
o travel lanes, sidewalks, bike lanes and
landscaped medians;
o improvements to the Prospect and Timberline intersection and all its approaches
to add additional turn lanes.
The project will add a sidewalk connection for southbound Timberline from Prospect to
Blackbird.
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Additionally, water quality features will be constructed to minimize the flow rates and
volumes as they outlet to the Spring Creek basin.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2016.
A communication plan (public outreach) is being developed and will be implemented
with the final design through construction.
The team is pursuing options for the deconstruction and reuse of two silos which need to
be removed for roadway, bicycle, pedestrian and landscape improvements.
The project website is available through the Engineering homepage at
http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/prospect-timberline.php.
HORSETOOTH AND TIMBERLINE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB) and Federal Grant (CMAQ)
Estimated Project Budget: $3,500,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of this project is to relieve traffic
congestion and vehicle wait time by constructing
additional intersection turn lanes.
The need for these safety and operational
improvements were identified in the Engineering
Department’s recently completed Arterial
Intersection Prioritization Study. Turn lane needs
are as follows:
o right turn lane (southbound Timberline to
westbound Horsetooth);
o right turn lane (eastbound Horsetooth to
southbound Timberline);
o second left turn lane (northbound and southbound Timberline).
City staff appropriated the CMAQ funds through Council in February 2013. These funds
were applied for based upon the need for a dedicated, southbound right turn lane.
The project has moved to the final design phase, streetscape visioning and coordination
with property owners for real estate purchases (right-of-way and easements).
Additionally, the project will include median and landscape improvements, sidewalk and
bicycle lane improvements and pavement improvements.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2015.
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/horsetooth-timberline.php.
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VINE AND SHIELDS ROUNDABOUT
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB), Federal Grant (STP Metro) and Regional
Road Impact Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $1.7M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The main goal of this project is to increase
mobility at the intersection via multimodal
transportation improvements. Currently, the east-
west lanes on Vine Drive are not aligned, causing
additional independent traffic movements which
effect the overall operation of the signal timing.
The City received a federal grant award for
$1,054,000 through the North Front Range
Metropolitan Planning Organization in the STP-
Metro category.
Other safety concerns which will be corrected at
the intersection include adding sidewalks along the northern portion of the project,
installing ADA compliant ramps/crosswalks and adding bike lanes.
The City continues to coordinate our intersection project with Larimer County’s proposed
improvements to Shields Street from 400’ north of Vine Drive to Willox Lane. The
County received three federal grants for this stretch of roadway to accomplish the
following:
o replace the Shields Street Bridge over the Poudre River;
o improve the Poudre River trailhead parking area and river access;
o reconstruct approximately one mile of Shields Street.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2015.
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/vsi.php.
REMINGTON GREENWAY
Funding Source: FC Moves Funding
Estimated Project Budget: $450,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of this pilot project is to offer flexibility
in street design to calm traffic, support active
modes of transportation and integrate stormwater
management strategies.
The conceptual design calls for buffered bike
lanes, removal of the traffic signals between
Prospect and Mulberry, and the construction of a
mini roundabout with curb bulb outs at Remington
and Laurel.
Future phases would add more bulb outs at
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strategic locations to shorten the pedestrian crosswalk lengths.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2015.
A communication plan (public outreach) is being developed and will be implemented
with the final design through construction.
The project website is available at
http://www.fcgov.com/advanceplanning/remingtongreenway.php.
SH 392 AND I-25 INTERCHANGE SIGNS
Estimated Project Budget: $300,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The goal of this project is to construct welcoming
and aesthetically pleasing signs for traffic entering
the City of Fort Collins and the Town of Windsor
along SH 392.
The City has pursued a number of potential sign
locations. It was determined that the medians will
be the best location for the signs.
The City is partnering with the Town of Windsor
for the design and construction of the signs.
The project was bid in October. The apparent low
bidder is L&M Enterprises. Contract negotiation
is currently underway and the contracts are
expected to be in place by the end of November.
Construction is expected to take place in early 2015.
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants, Local Funds, DDA Funds
Estimate Project Budget: $1.48M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
The City has contracted with Interwest Consulting
to provide engineering services for various
improvements within the Downtown River
District.
The project will also have the capability to
provide various engineering services in
preparation of anticipated development.
The City has initiated two projects: 1) developing
an implementation plan for improvements along
Jefferson Street between College Avenue and the
Mountain /Lincoln intersection based on the
available budget, and 2) developing a conceptual design for improvements along Willow
Street between North College Avenue and Linden Street. Additional projects to follow
include the development of engineering plans and specifications, as well as construction
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of these improvements along both Jefferson and Willow based on the results of the
above.
Design work on the Jefferson Street and Willow Street projects has begun.
SPRING CREEK (NRRC) OVERPASS
Funding Source: Federal Congestion Mitigation and
Air Quality (CMAQ) grant and Building on Basics
(BOB) Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $2.75M
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 MAX station on the east side of the
tracks.
Stairs are anticipated to be delivered and installed
in November 2014.
LINCOLN AND LEMAY IMROVEMENTS / WOODWARD CAMPUS
Funding Sources: City of Fort Collins General Fund, Intersection Improvement Fund
Estimated Project Budget: $2.1-2.3M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
This project has several goals. The first is to install three new points of access/turn lanes
to the Woodward Campus, two on Lemay, and one on Lincoln. The project will also
complete the improvements along the west side of Lemay between Lincoln and
Mulberry. This includes completion of the Magnolia intersection to a full movement
location along with curb, gutter and sidewalk for the entire length. An interim sidewalk
will also be constructed along the Lincoln front that connects pedestrians to the Poudre
River bridge on Lincoln and into downtown. Lastly, a double left turn configuration will
be installed on southbound Lemay to eastbound Mulberry as a result of anticipated traffic
volumes for this area.
The City and Mortenson Construction have partnered to identify and employ best
practices regarding communication, safety and general project information to the local
businesses and nearby neighborhoods.
The contract for this project was approved by the City Manager on September 30, 2014.
City staff conducted a preconstruction meeting with the awarded contractor, Walsh
Construction, during the month of October.
Walsh Construction intends to mobilize during the month of November and begin utility
installation, tree removal and pedestrian sidewalk construction.
Xcel Energy and their sub-contractor, Q-3, have substantially completed a 4” gas main
that will serve the Woodward Campus. The remainder of the line needs to cross (bore)
Lemay and Mulberry when a mutually agreed upon date with the Mulberry project is
determined.
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The City anticipates some construction this 2014 fall season, with a suspension of work
until spring of 2015, at which time the substantial and final completion of the project is
expected. This schedule alternative has been coordinated with the Woodward/Mortenson
team who is receptive to the approach.
UTILITIES
BOXELDER 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: Preliminary design complete.
Environmental assessment filed with
Colorado Division of Wildlife. CLOMR submittal in
preparation.
Final Design and Permitting Requirements:
May 2014 – April 2015
Anticipated Completion Date: December 30, 2016
On Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $4.1M
Budget Status: Project within budget projections
Highlights:
Preliminary design complete.
Design of siphon at Lake Canal complete. Canal crossing agreement negotiations
underway.
Project under final design.
Project scheduled for construction in 2016 after the Mulberry Bridge Replacement
Project by CDOT is completed due to road closure restraints.
CATHODIC PROTECTION OF WATER
TREATMENT FACILITY AND TRANSMISSION
AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WATER LINES
Project Description: Investigation of existing
systems in place used to protect waterlines 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: $304,000 (2014)
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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.
Working at the Water Treatment Facility (WTF) on the new yard piping project to
include and update cathodic protection of the new piping, then connect into rectifiers.
Working with contractor on recommended repairs and modifications to cathodic
protection on the 60” PCCP transmission main and at the WTF.
Installed new test station on the 60” PCCP transmission main to the west of the City’s
L&P Electrical Substation.
Reviewing projects and work status for 2015 with consultant and contractor to create
schedule and work order.
Hydro installed new CP test station at the WTF on the new 42” raw water line going into
the Flow Blend. This is part of the WTF Yard Piping Modification project.
STREAM REHABILITATION AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
Project Description: Stream rehabilitation and habitat enhancement across City including
stabilizing stream channel morphology, rehabilitating/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 and
contractor on schedule for Fossil Creek construction,
and Mail and Spring Creeks environmental surveys for
future permitting.
Anticipated Completion Date: Construction of first
project, Fossil Creek reach upstream of Lemay, to
begin October 1, 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Project on schedule
Total Project Budget: $1.2M
Budget Status: Within project budget
Highlights:
Centennial Archaeology conducted a Limited Results Cultural Resource Survey for Mail
Creek and Spring Creek for next year’s COE submittals.
Received Nationwide permit from Corps of Engineers.
Reviewing requirements for groundwater permit with CDPHE.
Received groundwater permit from CDPHE.
Working with team on costs and schedule for construction.
Working with PR on website.
Preparing contractor Phase 2 contract.
Construction began first week of October including regrading channel, reshaping banks
and slopes, and installing riffle-pool structures.
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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: Under construction
Anticipated Completion Date: Design complete in
2013; construction in 2015.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Design Budget: $457,782
Total Utility Project Construction Budget:
$10,600,000
Budget Status: Within budget
Highlights:
The earthwork contractor has removed 1,610,000 cubic yards of material.
The pump station construction is nearly complete.
The project piping has been completed.
The reservoir liner is nearly complete.
Fill is being hauled to the POE pit.
Pump testing will happen in November.
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
existing finished water backwash influent line is also
located under an existing sludge drying pond,
increasing the possibility of cross contamination, so it
will be abandoned.
Project Status: Kicked off design May 2013;
construction began in October 2013.
Anticipated Completion Date: Planned for fall 2014
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule. Project
suspended until October when water demand goes
down to complete Horsetooth Raw Water lines.
Total Project Budget: $2.3M
Budget Status: On budget
Highlights:
Placed asphalt base course on roadway where pipe is installed.
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Rotated valve operators on 36” and 42” Butterfly valves.
Finished air valve construction at new 24” / 27” connection.
Performed final grading at the new Meter Vault and air valve.
Final graded backfill at 36” Backwash Pump Station feed.
Finished cleanup and final punch list items for work completed.
Removed existing Valve Vault #1 and hauled away debris.
Plugged existing 20”, 36”, 27” and 24” pipelines at Valve Vault #1 with concrete.
Finished 60” pipeline blowoff structure.
Worked on Punch List items.
Restarted work on 48” Horsetooth Raw Water Line.
Made downstream connection of 48” to existing 42” Flow Blend influent line and
backfilled.
Concrete encased existing 8” sanitary sewer line.
Installed approximately 100 LF of 48” steel raw water line upstream towards HT
Pressure Dissipation Vault and backfilled.
Removed two sections of existing 36” steel waterline scheduled for abandonment.
PLUM STREET SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: Design and construction of a replacement sanitary sewer system that
currently lies in Shields Street, Plum Street between Shields and City Park Avenue and City Park
Avenue. This sewer is in very poor condition and will soon be undersized as new development
occurs in the immediate vicinity.
Project Status: Project complete except closeout.
Anticipated Completion Date: Project complete
except closeout.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Project complete
except closeout.
Total Project Budget: $1M
Budget Status: On budget
Highlights:
Asphalt patched Plum Street and City Park
Avenue with base course.
Completed Punch List items.
All pipelaying and restoration complete.
Paving restoration complete.
Issued Certificate of Substantial Completion.
Project complete except closeout.
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WATER TREATMENT FACILITY – 2014 MASTERPLAN UPDATE
Project Description: Fort Collins Utilities currently
has two planning documents, the 2007 Water
Treatment Facility Electrical Master Plan (EMP) and
the 2010 Water Treatment Facilities Master Plan. This
document will update the Water Treatment Facilities
Master Plan and incorporate the EMP.
Project Status: Issued RFP in December 2013.
Anticipated Completion Date: Masterplan to be
completed by December 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $350,000
Budget Status: On budget
Highlights:
Due to the resignation of current Water
Production Manager, work on Water
Treatment Facility – 2014 Masterplan Update has been suspended until new Water
Production Manager is hired.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITYSTORMWATER CONTAINMENT BERMS
Project Description: Design and construction of a system of swales and berms around the
existing solids drying beds to protect them from spilling in a 100-year rain event.
Project Status: City Stormwater Division portion of
design kicked off March 2013. Ayres Associates
portion of design started March 2014, complete June
2014. Construction began in July 2014.
Anticipated Completion Date: Substantial
completion scheduled for October 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $300,000
Budget Status: On budget
Highlights:
City Stormwater engineering completed
design criteria.
Ayres Associates contracted to perform civil
design.
Hydro Construction contracted to construct
improvements.
Construction begins in July 2014 with completion scheduled for early October 2014.
South swale excavation started, with concrete crossing pan constructed.
South swale completed except seeding.
Solids Drying Areas #2 and #3 swales excavated.
Solids Drying Area #3 Berm is approximately 60% complete.
Access road to PRPA pump station complete.
Solids Drying Areas #3 and #2 Berms are complete except seeding.
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Solids Drying Area #1 is approximately 90% complete. Will complete after NEWT II
water line is installed through WTF.
All berms and swales were seeded with native seeding.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY T3 SEDIMENTATION BASIN IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: Design and construction of an equipment replacement project for the T3
Treatment Train at the WTF. Existing tube settlers, collection troughs and chain and flight
collectors were installed in 1979 and have reached their useful life.
Project Status: CH2M Hill was selected as design
engineers and Hydro Construction selected as the
contractor for this project. Design kicked off in June
2014. The first phase of this project will be to
prepurchase the equipment with construction
scheduled to begin in February/March 2015.
Anticipated Completion Date: Substantial
completion scheduled for May 2015.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $1.3M
Budget Status: On budget
Highlights:
CH2M Hill is selected as design engineer.
Hydro Construction is selected as contractor.
Technical Memorandum and draft
specifications are complete.
Hydro Material Pre-Purchase contract completed.
Equipment submittals complete.
Equipment to be replaced has been ordered.
Approximately 80% of existing tube settlers have been removed.
Contractor searching for recycler to take tube settlers.
Existing trough weirs have been removed and sent to trough manufacturer for inclusion
with new troughs.
NORTH SHIELDS STREET SANITARY
SEWER INTERCEPTOR
Project Description: Design and construction of a
wastewater sewer interceptor line along North Shields
Street from the Poudre River north to US 287. This
project will accommodate future growth and provide
a collection system for residential properties along
US 287 with failing septic systems. Larimer County
is preparing to reconstruct Shields Street from the
new Poudre River Bridge north to Willox Street in
2015, and has agreed to coordinate its construction
and road closures to accommodate the City’s project.
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Project Status: Currently in final design and independent review.
Anticipated Completion Date: April 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $2.2M
Budget Status: Within budget
Highlights:
Expanded the scope to include the design and construction of 8” trunk line from Arthur
Ditch to the Poudre River.
Project budget limits construction from Arthur’s Ditch to Willox Lane.
Filed Location and Extent Application to Larimer County.
Independent Cost Estimate underway.
County is hosting an Open House November 18. Shields Project will have a table and
information available to residents.
Re-Sampling groundwater to determine if Wastewater Treatment Facility will accept
discharge.
Negotiating Fee for the Larimer and Weld Crossing.
Arthur Ditch Crossing Application underway.
Final construction plans have been submitted for review.
Ongoing coordination with Larimer County Engineering and City of Fort Collins Vine
Drive/Shields Street Roundabout Project (also anticipated to be constructed
concurrently).
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY
SOUTH PROCESS TRAIN IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: The project will consist of the demolition of a portion of the existing
process train, construction of new tanks for the new biological nutrient removal process,
upgrading the south aeration system, and replacement
of old mechanical and electrical systems.
Project Status: Demolition scheduled to start
November 2014.
Anticipated Completion Date: November 2015
(Substantial)
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Design Budget: $1.8M
Total Project Construction Budget: $7.9M
Budget Status: Budget adjusted based on latest
estimates. Still awaiting blower bids.
Highlights:
Partnering Session held
Demolition contract in progress
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DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION
DIGESTER LID REPLACEMENT
Project Description: The project consists of the installation of digester lid 611.
Project Status: 10% complete
Anticipated Completion Date: June 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $500,000
Budget Status: Within budget
Highlights:
Negotiating construction work order.
Lid submittal under review.
NORTHEAST COLLEGE CORRIDOR OUTFALL PROJECT (NECCO) PHASE 3
Project Description: Analysis, feasibility, design, and construction of storm drainage outfall for
the Lower Dry Creek Basin east of North College and south of the Larimer and Weld Canal;
particularly, a regional detention pond just north of East Vine Drive and culverts to convey flows
and provide an outfall under East Vine Drive and the
BNSF along Dry Creek to create connectivity for flow
conveyance and drainage for Dry Creek.
Project Status: Currently in design and feasibility
Anticipated Completion Date: December 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: $1M (2014)
Budget Status: Within budget
Highlights:
Working with consultant on design and
alternatives, as well as scheduling CLOMR
preparation and permitting with BNSF and
Corps of Engineers.
Working with ROW to begin discussions on
purchasing land for regional pond and
easements for conveyance pipes and channels.
Met with BNSF Roadmaster to discuss permit submittal to bore stormwater pipes under
BNSF tracks.
Designing pond to minimize impacts to existing wetlands, and mitigate necessity for
COE permit.
Preparing documents for submittals of application to the railroads to bore two new pipes
for the Dry Creek connection to the south.
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DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT (DTRD) PROJECT
PHASE 2 – OLD ELK DISTILLERY
Project Description: Review and design feasibility of water, sewer, and stormwater utilities
design in the DTRD area along Jefferson and Willow Streets in relation to the proposed
conceptual development in the old Kiefer Concrete
property at the SE corner of Willow and Linden - new
Preliminary Development Review Old Elk Distillery
project with the following uses including restaurant,
private dining, pub, distillery, tasting room, retail,
music venue, meeting space and offices.
Project Status: Currently in feasibility and review
Anticipated Completion Date: December 2016,
depending on funding
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On schedule
Total Project Budget: To be determined
Budget Status: Within budget
Highlights:
Internal discussion and review of project for
roadway, utility, multimodal and urban design
improvements along Jefferson and Willow Streets within the DTRD limits; according to
Engineering downtown, constructed improvements, project limits, and schedule are
dependent on funding.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Travel Film: "Mexico"
Location: Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive
Date/Time: Sunday, November 16, 2014, 12:45 PM
Details: Mexico has always been a land of adventure, mystery, and the unexpected. Based on Bill
Behrenbruch's 20 plus years of travel though the Sierra Madre mountains, viewers are
transported to a place seldom seen by outsiders. In these mountains, destinations exist as
grand as Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde, and Zion. Fee includes
transportation, ticket, and escort. Show is at UCCC in Greeley.
$20 for Senior Center members or $25 for non-members.
Contact Information: Fort Collins Senior Center
Phone: 970-221-6644 / Email address: seniorcenterusers@fcgov.com
Guided Winter Ride
Location: Harmony Library, 4616 S. Shields, Lobby
Date/Time: Saturday, December 6, 2014, 10:00 AM
Details: Put your winter cycling knowledge to the test and join us for a beginner’s guided ride.
This 2-hour leisurely ride will allow you to practice winter riding in a group setting,
build your confidence and gain skills to venture out on your own. Registration required.
Limited to 20 attendees.
To register, please complete this form: http://fcgov.BIKE-WINTER-14-15-Guided-
Winter-Ride-RSVP.sgizmo.com/s3/
Web address: http://www.fcgov.com/bikewinter
Contact Information: Becky Moriarty
Phone: 970-224-6112 / Email address: rmoriarty@fcgov.com
Garden of Lights 2014
Location: Gardens on Spring Creek, 2145 South Centre Ave
Date/Time: December 5-January 1, 5:00- 9:00 PM
Details: Garden of Lights is a community favorite and must-do holiday activity with friends and
family. Stroll through the whimsically decorated and twinkling Gardens lit by thousands
of LED lights. Visit the perennial flower beds and vegetable gardens in addition to a
brilliant blue LED pond, all created entirely from holiday lights! During the weekends,
visit with Santa (Saturdays & Sundays only), listen to holiday music, see the Sugar Plum
Hairies (canine fairies), and enjoy warm drinks. A friendly reminder that Garden of
Lights is an outdoor event so dress warmly! $2 suggested donation per person.
Web address: http://www.fcgov.com/gardens
Contact Information: Gardens on Spring Creek / Phone: 970-416-2486
To view the full calendar of events, visit http://www.fcgov.com/events/
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PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES
Coffee with the Chief
The next Coffee with Chief Hutto monthly community outreach event will be held on November
20 from 9–10 a.m. at Starbucks, 838 W. Drake Road.
Police Officer Shot in the Line of Duty
On October 5, 2014, Officer Peter DeKraker responded to a welfare check called in by a
passersby. When he arrived he encountered a suspicious male who, after contact, drew a gun and
shot the officer once in his protective vest. Officer DeKraker returned fire, killing the suspect.
Assaults on Women
Investigation continues into the unknown male who is randomly assaulting women in Fort
Collins and Larimer County. Both agencies are working closely together to solve this case.
Police Investigate Shooting
Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Avocet and Eagle. A 19-year-old male
was shot in the head and transported to the hospital by private vehicle. On October 3, 2014 the
suspect in this case was arrested and charged with several felonies.
Arrests for Methamphetamine Distribution
The Northern Colorado Drug Task Force closed a month’s long investigation into the
distribution of methamphetamine. This included several simultaneous search warrants and
several arrests related to the case.
Police Vehicles Broken Into
On October 24, 2014 suspects broke into two Fort Collins Police cars and stole their issued rifles.
Those suspects were arrested the next day, but the rifles have not been recovered.
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 23 telephone calls that ranged from a realtor
office that wanted to set up personal safety training for their staff to Stanley Security trying to
work with their client who has been having chronic false alarms since 2001. There were
presentations/interactions with 174 people which included a Safety Event held at the Home
Depot South with the Poudre Fire Authority to the semi-annual Landlord Class sponsored by
Neighborhood Services.
A breakdown of the month’s Crime Prevention activities follows:
Safety Event Home Depot
Neighborhood Watch Indian Meadows
Landlord Class
Realtor Safety
Neighborhood Watch Whedbee Street
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Difficult People Old Town Library
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Crime Prevention Tip
Recent news from Boulder, CO should have reminded us all of some basic personal safety efforts
we should all practice. When strangers come to our doors, why do we open them? Often it is
because we are "programmed" to do so. The same goes with when the telephone rings - we pick
it up. The problem is that we are then stuck with dealing with whoever is there, and many times
it is a solicitor.
The quickest and safest way to avoid this from happening in the first place is to not answer the
door. If you have a door that has a view to the outside, then please use it to help you make the
decision. If you don't, peep holes are very inexpensive and easy to install. Do it and save
yourself the grief of having to deal with a fast-talking sales person. You don't have to open the
door just because someone knocks. You don't have to answer your phone just because it rings.
And teach this to everyone in the home.
Remember, once the door is opened, you have compromised your safety barrier, and now you
must deal with whatever is on the other side. Most of the time it is just a nuisance, but if you just
happened to draw the short straw, you will have your worst nightmare come true. And it was all
avoidable.
Putting a "No Soliciting" sign on or near your front door will help deter some solicitors, but they
don't all play by the same rules. Please be aware of what is going on around you and make good
decisions. And don't forget to call Fort Collins Police to report ANY solicitors (221-6540) when
you see them going door-to-door. A number of them are selling bogus products and are scam
artists, and police would like to make contact with them. But if you don't call, how are the police
going to know? Partner up and help us to help you.
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POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
2-Alarm Residential Fire
A fire that almost claimed the life of three dogs was quickly extinguished, but not before causing
quite a bit of fire, heat and smoke damage to the attic and kitchen. At least 30 firefighters
responded on October 24, just after 8:00 p.m. to a single family home on Regency Drive in
southwest Fort Collins. The owners had recently left for dinner, however, came back to a starkly
different home. Firefighters simultaneously attacked the fire and searched the residence for any
occupants. During the search two dogs were found and taken outside. Poudre Valley Hospital
Ambulance personnel took the dogs and provided oxygen to them via special pet O2 masks. The
masks are carried on all PFA apparatus. One civilian was able to let a dog out of the house prior
to the arrival of firefighters. At least one of the dogs was transported, by the owners, to a local
veterinarian for treatment. All were expected to make a full recovery.
The fire origin was determined to be in the kitchen; however, the cause is still under
investigation. Had this home been prepared with fire sprinklers, the damage would have been
only a fraction of what it was.
Fire Prevention Week/Month
PFA recognizes October as Fire Prevention Month each year. Even though there is a national
recognition of Fire Prevention Week, PFA works to turn that into a month-long push of safety
information, but also keeps focused on safety messages throughout the year. PFA firefighters
have fun interacting with customers and see an increase of station visits and speaking requests
during this time. Emergencies don’t take time off, and neither does the Fire Prevention Bureau
in trying to prevent them.
CSU Chili Challenge
Firefighter Ray Gillan successfully coordinated the widely popular Chili Challenge again this
year. This week-long event puts students to the test with good ol’ Firehouse Chili. The event
also is used to spread fire and life-safety messages to the college population. During this event,
firefighters are also able to talk with the students in an informal setting.
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery; FC150
Poudre Fire Authority continued to participate in the ‘Talks @ Two’ program instituted at
FCMoD as part of the FC150 exhibit. Fort Collins Fire Department history was shared along
with descriptions of how and why things were done the way they were back then.
Cache La Poudre Elementary Walk
Engine 7 in LaPorte, Firefighter Gillan, and PFA’s two fitness interns participated in the Pirate
Peg Leg Parade at CLP Elementary. The purpose of the parade was to promote healthy living
habits. PFA’s participation included helping with the exercise area and fire safety. It was a very
fun event and everyone had a great time.
New Education Specialist Hired
PFA is happy to welcome Michael Durkin, the new Education Specialist, to the team. Michael
comes to PFA from an unusual field: international development. He’s worked on education
programs in Thailand, Kenya, and the Middle East and holds a Master’s Degree from the
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American Graduate School in Paris. These experiences showed him firsthand the positive effects
that education can have on keeping communities safe. PFA is hoping to put his years of
classroom experience to good use in this much needed position.
Incident Statistics (by category)
Report Period: October 2014 Total Loss
Fires 27 $26,200
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 1
Rescue / EMS 1,162
Hazardous Condition - no fire 35
Service Call 71
Good Intent Call 122
False Alarms / False Calls 78
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 0
Special Incident Type 1
Total = 1,497
YEAR-TO-DATE 2014 Total Loss
Fires 276 $1,734,722
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 8
Rescue / EMS 11,050
Hazardous Condition - no fire 291
Service Call 619
Good Intent Call 1,221
False Alarms / False Calls 1,001
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 2
Special Incident Type 29
Total = 14,497
Comparison: October 2013 Total Loss
Fires 23 $32,701
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 1
Rescue / EMS 1,048
Hazardous Condition - no fire 40
Service Call 50
Good Intent Call 106
False Alarms / False Calls 89
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 0
Special Incident Type 1
Total = 1,358
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Comparison: YEAR-TO-DATE 2013 Total Loss
Fires 310 $2,788,502
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 12
Rescue / EMS 10,438
Hazardous Condition - no fire 302
Service Call 597
Good Intent Call 1,047
False Alarms / False Calls 1,015
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 2
Special Incident Type 27
Total = 13,750
*Information subject to change due to updated data.
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BUILDING & PLANNING ACTIVITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
2013 YTD 2014 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 307 280 -9%
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 236 198 -16%
Building Permits Issued 4,939 10,827 +119%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $293 $583 +99%
Building Inspections Performed 26,618 32,677 +23%
Plan Reviews Performed 1,842 2,130 +16%
Development Review revenues are approximately $1.89M over projections for 2014 as of
October 31. The General Fund portion of this is $1.84M.
Development Projects of Note
Foothills Mall Redevelopment – The Foothills Mall Redevelopment Phase One and
Phase Two Final Plan and development agreement have been recorded and site work has
commenced. Phase Three is anticipated to be finalized and recorded in early August.
Two Minor Amendments have been submitted. Weekly construction coordination
meetings are being held with City staff and the developer.
Permits Issued:
o Two master demolition permits to track all space renovations. American
Demolition is current demo contractor of record.
o Core & shell permit for Sears, 3400 S. College – final inspections have been
completed. A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy is pending College Avenue
turn lane construction. Sears has delayed their move-in date to March 2015.
o Multiple alteration permits, 215 E. Foothills for common area and concourses in
main mall structure – work is progressing. The south concourse near Macy’s is
slated to be open by Thanksgiving. The old Sears building is empty and demo is
anticipated to start within a week, closing the north concourse from Old Sears
through the food court.
o New parking structure, 315 E. Foothills – foundation caissons installed.
o New core and shell, 3120 S. College – foundation installed framing stated.
o Cinemark Movie Theater, 335 E. Foothills – a revised plan was submitted
requiring a second plan review. Plan review complete, permit issued,
footing/foundation work started.
Permits under Review:
o New core and shell, 3100 S. College – plan review is pending awaiting return of
items requested. No change as of November 5.
o Tenant Finish for Chico’s clothing at 3120 S. College – plan review is pending.
Plan review underway.
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o New core and shell, 3050 S. College – plan review comments sent awaiting
response.
o New core and shell, 8006 SF for 327 E. Foothills #B1410749 applied 10/28/14.
o New core and shell, 6005 SF for 321 E. Foothills #B1410751 applied 10/28/14.
Inspections:
o The City building inspector assigned to this project will be available for 2 hours
per day for inspections. The contractor is also authorized to use professional
engineers for additional inspections if needed.
o Damage occurred to the Ross Store during demolition of the ARC building.
Water pipes were broken and there was slight damage to the building. Damage
was assessed and repairs made. ARC building is completely down and no longer
poses a risk to Ross. No other issues.
Inspections General
Due to the summer hail storm over 5,000 re-roofing permits have been issued, over 2,500
have been inspected using trained hourly employees. Estimates of 5,000-7,000 roofs still
need to be replaced.
Summit Parking Garage – A remand hearing was held on September 4. The Hearing
Officer approved the revised proposal. The decision has since been re-appealed. The
appeal hearing is scheduled for the December 2 City Council meeting.
Woodward International Headquarters – Final plans for Phase One are complete and site
work for the main campus building has commenced.
o A minor amendment was also submitted on July 18, 2014 to change the approved
Final Plans for Phase One. The changes remove the Production Support Building
(PSB), located along East Lincoln Avenue, from the Phase One plans and expand
the main building to include a portion of the PSB functions. The changes also
integrate additional landscaping into the East Lincoln frontage to further buffer
views toward the main building. The Final Plans reserve the option to include the
PSB and/or other buildings along East Lincoln with subsequent phases.
Comments for the minor amendment site, landscape and engineering plans have
been addressed, and staff anticipates final approval of the amended ITS building
elevations by the end of November.
o A minor amendment was submitted on October 29, 2014 for the Final Plan
approval of Phase Two which includes the 52,000 square foot Woodward Office
Headquarters building. Overall comments have been minor and staff is
anticipating final approval by the end of November.
Poudre Valley Hospital A-Wing Demolition and New Construction – The project consists
of demolishing the existing A-Wing of the Poudre Valley Hospital which presently
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contains 70,000 square feet, and is located at the north end of the hospital campus at the
southeast corner of Lemay Avenue and Doctors Lane. This is the oldest part of the
hospital. The new construction consists of a new Emergency Room Department on the
first floor and a second floor for additional patient beds and expansion of hospital
services. A new lab would be located in the basement. The total new square footage
would be 111,000 square feet. The new building would be constructed to add two
additional levels in the future, for a total of 4 stories. In addition, the existing helicopter
landing pad would be relocated to the roof of the new building. A larger parking lot is
proposed north of Doctor's Lane to serve the new building. Three existing buildings
would be demolished to accommodate this new parking lot between Hospital Lane and
Luke Street.
Permits Issued:
o Footing and Foundation (F&F) permit for the core and shell of the Phase One ITS
building, which allows installation of all structural foundations and underground
utilities. Underground inspections have begun with no issues at this time.
o Full permit issued for the Phase One ITS building.
Permits under Review:
o Footing and foundation permit (B1411129) for Office Building Headquarters
submitted, F&F plan review complete; SW Floodplain needs to release prior to
F&F being issued.
Inspections:
o The City building inspector assigned to this project will be available for 2 hours
per day for inspections. The contractor is also authorized to use professional
engineers for additional inspections if needed.
o No issues at this time.
Projects that Submitted Final Plans in October
Riverside Self Storage – This is a request for a combined Project Development Plan/Final
Plan to construct a self-storage unit complex on a 2.270 acre site located at 1640
Riverside Avenue (north of Rivendell School). The project would consist of 5 self-
storage buildings, a one-two story 4,192 square foot office building, and a 4,772 square
foot office/warehouse building.
Riverside Community Solar Garden - This is a request from Clean Energy Collective to
construct a solar energy collection facility at 500 Riverside Avenue (the northeast corner
of Riverside Avenue & E. Mulberry Street). The facility would consist of ground-
mounted solar panels generating 333 kW with an additional potential phase of 192 kW
for the ability of generating approximately 600 kW.
Prairie Village - This is a request for a Major Amendment to the previously approved
Overlook/Seneca Center Planned Urban Development (PUD), and would correspond as
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Phase III of the PUD. A residential building consisting of eight single-family attached
(townhome) units with their own separate lots are proposed fronting Fromme Prairie
Way. The units would be a mixture of 1.5 and 2 stories, with each unit ranging in size
from approximately 1,750 square feet to 2,000 square feet. The 1.11 acre site is located at
1715 W. Harmony Road.
Verizon Wireless Telecommunication Facility - This is a request to add a wireless
telecommunication facility on the roof of a large office building at 2950 E. Harmony
Road, at the northwest corner of Ziegler Road and E. Harmony Road. The purpose of this
site is to provide 4G-LTE voice and data capacity for Verizon Wireless customers in the
surrounding area. The proposal will include a total of six panel antennas screened with
opaque radio-frequency-transparent fiberglass material matching the existing material.
Construction Projects of Note for October
New multi-family buildings (five) for the Carriage House Apartment complex. Includes
54 dwelling units. Location: Springfield Drive.
New 5-story, 100,591 square foot mixed-use building for Scott Plaza Apartments.
Includes 79 dwelling units as well as commercial space and enclosed parking. Location:
3003 E. Harmony Road.
Tenant Finish permit for Trader Joes. Location: 3500 S. College Avenue.
New core and shell, 16,901 square feet, for commercial use. Location: 1501 W.
Elizabeth Street.
New commercial/industrial building, 330,000 square feet, for Woodward International
Headquarters. Location: 1041 Woodward Way.
Tenant Finish for Avago Technologies. Location: 4380 Ziegler Road.
Morningstar Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility: 69,540 square feet for senior
care. Location: 3509 Lochwood Drive.
Other Items of Note
Nature in the City – The Nature in the City strategic plan was funded through the annual
appropriation ordinance and launched in January 2014. This strategic plan will develop a
vision for incorporating nature into the urban environment and include design guidelines,
policies, and actions for achieving this vision.
City Council provided feedback on the project’s direction at the October 28 Council work
session. Staff is planning to bring the Strategic Plan to a Council work session on
February 10, 2015 with a tentative date for adoption set for March 17, 2015.
For more information about the project, please see our website at
www.fcgov.com/natureinthecity.
Oil & Gas – A moratorium is now in place for all hydraulic fracturing within the City of
Fort Collins. The moratorium will remain in place for up to five years and stops the
current operator from using hydraulic fracturing to enhance existing wells or drill new
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ones. Staff has ceased working on land use code revisions until further direction is
received from Council. Two firms have been retained to make recommendations on
methods of compliance related to property values and health impacts of hydraulic
fracturing. Staff members have met with both firms and reviewed a draft document on
property values and health impacts.
Old Town Neighborhoods Plan Update (formerly /Eastside and Westside Neighborhoods
Plan Update) - The purpose of updating the original East Side and West Side
Neighborhood Plans is to revisit the original visions, policy directives, and
implementation actions in the existing documents and revise these elements based on
emerging issues and trends.
As part of this new update process, the current plans for both the east side and west side
areas are proposed to be combined into a single consolidated plan document and process,
referred to as the “Old Town Neighborhoods Plan (OTNP). While the new approach
reflects a single plan, the planning process and evaluation of both neighborhoods will not
be compromised in the depth of analysis. The proposed effort will provide more
efficiency of resources, effective community engagement and opportunity for
collaboration of stakeholders and desired outcomes.
The planning process is scheduled to officially start in January 2015. A related project
that will process concurrently with the OTNP update includes developing Design
Guidelines and Pattern Book, reflecting an implementation action recommended from the
2012 Neighborhood Character Study. This fall staff is preparing background information
on the project including:
o The Request for Proposal for consultant services
o Identify staff technical team
o Assess existing conditions and background information
o Develop outline for community engagement plan
Smoking Ordinance Expansion Options – City Council passed two additions to
the Smoking Ordinance on Second Reading on July 15:
1. Electronic Smoking Devices – prohibits the use of electronic smoking devices in all
places where conventional smoking is prohibited. This becomes effective July 26.
2. 100% Hotel/Motel Rooms –100% of hotel/motel rooms required to be smoke free.
This becomes effective January 1, 2015.
Items to consider later (November 25 work session):
1. Parks, Trails, and Natural Areas – Council also directed staff to bring an ordinance
for consideration that would prohibit smoking in all parks, trails, and Natural Areas.
Golf courses would be exempt from this requirement (this direction was not
unanimous). Additional information about enforcement will be provided. Additional
communication with Fossil Ridge High School Student Council members will occur
to ensure staff understands the issues occurring at the park next to the school.
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2. Public Events – Council directed staff to bring an ordinance for consideration that
would require public events to be smoke free. Council did not request the allowance
of designated smoking areas. Because many public events for 2014 have already
begun the permitting process, as well as their marketing process, Council agreed that
this requirement should be considered with implementation beginning for the 2015
public event season. Staff surveyed event patrons at four of our larger events during
the 2014 event season to gain additional feedback.
3. Old Town/Downtown – Council directed staff to bring an ordinance for consideration
that would require certain areas within the Old Town/Downtown area to be
smokefree. Different options about the boundaries for this area were discussed. Staff
will provide options for consideration including Old Town Square as well as an
expanded area that could possibly be phased in over time. Staff surveyed business
owners within these areas to learn about their thoughts, concerns, questions, and
suggestions. Staff will continue to meet with Boulder staff to get a better
understanding of implementation and potential unintended consequences of the
smoke-free regulations of the Pearl Street Mall. Staff has also met with staff from
Golden since they passed an ordinance making their downtown area smoke free.
Additionally, staff will provide detailed enforcement information and potential costs
for Council consideration.
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Parking Study – On September 11, The Planning
and Zoning Board recommended approval of the TOD Parking Study and the
corresponding Land Use Code Revisions. At the November 4 meeting, City Council
voted 4 – 3 to approve the Planning and Zoning Board’s recommendations, with a change
of the applicability of alternative compliance for affordable housing from 50% AMI to
60% AMI. Second Reading is scheduled for November 18.
Urban Agriculture - A 6-month update on urban agriculture was provided to Council in
July. This update highlighted the urban agriculture licenses issued to date and staff’s
continued collaboration with the Northern Colorado Local Food Cluster.
Staff is continuing to work with the North Colorado Food Cluster to develop a strategic
plan for how we will create a sustainable food system. Pending funding, it is anticipated
this effort will begin in 2015. A budget offer was prepared for the 2015-2016 Budgeting
for Outcomes cycle to align internal staff efforts in the development of the local food and
wellness strategic plan; this offer, entitled “Sustainability Policy and Project Manager,” is
not recommended for funding in the City Manager’s Recommended Budget.
West Central Area Plan / Prospect Corridor Design – Updated vision and priorities for the
West Central area of the City (generally south and west of the CSU main campus). This
effort is updating the 1999 West Central Neighborhoods Plan based on emerging issues
and trends. Areas of focus include land use and zoning, neighborhood character,
transportation and mobility, parks and open space, and a new design for Prospect Road
from Shields to College. The Draft Plan and recommended design for the Prospect
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Corridor are currently being developed and will be presented to the public in early 2015.
More information on the project can be found at fcgov.com/westcentral.
The West Central Area Plan is scheduled for a work session with City Council on
November 25.
Outreach to date:
o Four public outreach listening sessions – March/April, 175 attendees
o 20 neighborhood walking tours – April/May, 80+ attendees
o Online “Wiki Map”
o Two visioning events – April/May, 74 attendees
o Online Visioning Survey – 337 respondents
o Open House – September, 85 attendees
o Two Prospect Corridor Workshops – September and October, 69 attendees total
o Outreach at the Drake Road Farmers’ Market, CSU Lagoon Concert Series, and
Gardens on Spring Creek events
o Presentations to boards and commissions: Planning & Zoning Board, Parking
Advisory Board, Transportation Board, Affordable Housing Board, Senior
Advisory Board, Air Quality Advisory Board, Parks and Recreation Board,
Natural Resources Advisory Board, Landmark Preservation Commission,
Commission on Disability, and the UniverCity Connections Transportation and
Mobility Task Force
o City Council work session – August 26
Development Projects under Appeal
The Summit Parking Garage – appeal hearing is scheduled for December 2 City Council
meeting.