HomeMy WebLinkAboutREPORT - MAIL PACKET - 1/13/2015 - CITY MANAGER�S UPDATE - JANUARY 8, 2015January 8, 2015
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
Community Buildout Update .....................................................................................................2
Climate Action Plan – Scenario Analysis and Impact Assessment ...........................................2
West Nile Virus Update .............................................................................................................2
Setting Ballot Language for Renewal of the ¼-cent Community Capital Improvement
Program and the ¼- cent Street Maintenance Tax .....................................................................2
On-Bill Financing ......................................................................................................................2
Suspension of Adequate Public Facilities (APF) Ordinance .....................................................2
Naming Streets in Northeast Fort Collins ..................................................................................2
Time-of-use Pilot Project ...........................................................................................................3
Colorado Department of Transportation/I-25 Funding Report ..................................................3
Addition of Permitted Use/Vacation Rental by Owner/Air Bed and Breakfast Policy .............3
Smoking Ordinance Expansion (Part 2) ....................................................................................3
HUD-Required Five-Year Strategic (Consolidated) Plan for Affordable Housing and
Community Development ..........................................................................................................3
Nature in the City Strategic Plan ...............................................................................................3
Social Sustainability Strategic Plan ...........................................................................................4
ECONOMY
Fort Collins Sales and Use Tax ..................................................................................................4
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Engineering Capital Projects ................................................................................................ 5-12
Utilities Capital Projects .................................................................................................... 13-20
COMMUNITY EVENTS ...........................................................................................................21
NATURAL AREAS QUARTERLY REPORT ........................................................................22
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
Fort Collins Police Services ............................................................................................... 23-24
Poudre Fire Authority ....................................................................................................... 24-26
BUILDING ACTIVITY ........................................................................................................ 27-33
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ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
January 13 Work Session
Community Buildout Update
Staff will provide an update to Council on most recent population projections, possible
community buildout scenarios, and implications for growth on our carbon footprint.
Climate Action Plan – Scenario Analysis and Impact Assessment
Staff will present an analysis of the progress on the Climate Action Plan and outline
Triple Bottom Line impacts and benefits.
West Nile Virus Update
Staff will present the 2014 West Nile Virus season summary and analysis, and the interim
workplan for Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and City/Larimer County
discussions.
January 20 Regular Meeting
Setting Ballot Language for Renewal of the ¼-cent Community Capital Improvement Program
and the ¼- cent Street Maintenance Tax
Following more than a year of project work and outreach, staff will present two
resolutions to refer each of these renewals to the April 2015 ballot.
On-Bill Financing
The purpose of this item is to revise rate ordinance language to update and expand the on-
bill financing pilot program per the recommendations reviewed by Council at the October
28, 2014 work session and subsequent November 17, 2014 Finance Committee meeting.
Suspension of Adequate Public Facilities (APF) Ordinance
The purpose of this item is to suspend the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance to review
its provisions in conjunction with the Street Oversizing Program, to provide alignment
with City Plan and provide an opportunity to develop a new structure for concurrency
management.
Naming Streets in Northeast Fort Collins
A new arterial street is planned in northeast Fort Collins, running east-west from North
College Avenue to just east of North Timberline Road, approximately one quarter mile
north of East Vine Drive. The new arterial street will be constructed only as development
occurs along its path.
Per City Code, the names for arterial streets shall be selected by City Council from an
approved list of street names.
Following public outreach and a community survey, staff is recommending the top-voted
Suniga Road as the name for the new arterial street.
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January 27 Work Session
Time-of-use Pilot Project
The purpose of this item is to discuss a pilot time-of-use residential electric rate study.
Updates on the web portal capabilities to support this pilot study and a low-income rate
structure will also be included in the discussion.
This discussion is intended to build on the May 13, 2014 work session agenda item with
the same title.
Colorado Department of Transportation/I-25 Funding Report
Johnny Olson, CDOT, will provide an update regarding the CDOT I-25 Funding Report
and anticipated improvements to I-25 in northern Colorado.
Aaron Greco, CDOT, will provide an update regarding the I-25 interregional commuter
bus beginning service in 2015.
Addition of Permitted Use/Vacation Rental by Owner/Air Bed and Breakfast Policy Discussion
Staff will discuss Addition of Permitted Use (APU) policies and regulations and update
Council on possible options to define and regulate Vacation Rental by Owner (VRBO)
and Air Bed and Breakfast (Airbnb) uses.
February 3 Regular Meeting
Smoking Ordinance Expansion (Part 2)
The purpose of this item is to expand current smoking restrictions to include the
downtown area dismount zone, City-owned or operated facilities and grounds, parks,
trails and natural areas, and City-approved public events.
February 10 Work Session
HUD-Required Five-Year Strategic (Consolidated) Plan for Affordable Housing and Community
Development (2015-2019)
This planning document complements several recent and ongoing City projects. This
plan is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),
since the City is a recipient of federal funds for affordable housing and community
development programs and projects.
Staff will be presenting preliminary data analysis results and proposed priorities for
addressing community needs. City Council will be asked for input.
Nature in the City Strategic Plan
Nature in the City 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, 2014
Council work session.
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At the February 10, 2015 work session, staff will present the draft Strategic Plan and will
solicit feedback from Council. The Strategic Plan is scheduled to be considered for
adoptions on March 17, 2015.
For more information about the project, please see our website at
www.fcgov.com/natureinthecity.
Social Sustainability Strategic Plan
The purpose of this work session item is to provide City Council with an update on the
development of the Social Sustainability Department Strategic Plan, as well as to receive
input from City Council on the work done to date. Based on feedback received including
a need to simplify, the plan is still in the early stages of refinement. It includes the
following key elements:
o prioritized alignment with the City’s Strategic Plan;
o deeper integration with the triple bottom line;
o clarification of the role of the Social Sustainability Department;
o emerging challenges, including physical and mental health, increased housing costs
and poverty, and increased homelessness;
o continued role of the City as funder, facilitator, and convener.
ECONOMY
FORT COLLINS SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTIONS
November 2014
Sales tax collections increased 10.5%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 121.4%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 29.6%
2014 YTD
Sales tax collections increased 8.3%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 47.6%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 14.8%
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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 Upcoming project locations: Olive between Smith and Whedbee in collaboration
with the Street Maintenance Program group.
o Current projects: Korby Landscaping is finalizing work on backfill, restoration,
and retaining walls along Lemay. The City is working with adjacent property
owners regarding options to connect the sidewalk sections around the large tree.
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 finalizing a project list for 2015.
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
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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.
With bridge girders set, CDOT will shift focus to constructing surface improvements
associated with Phase I construction. Improvements include new pavement, concrete
walk, and urban design elements.
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 2015/spring
2016.
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.
Construction is anticipated to begin in mid-January
2015.
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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 Canyon Avenue project location has been awarded to local contractor, Connell
Resources. Contracts are currently being developed and expected to be executed very
early in 2015. Material procurement is anticipated to start immediately to allow for the
new box sections to be cast and delivered for installation.
The repair section at Oak and Whitcomb is currently advertised and expected to be
opened January 2015.
The Olive and Loomis replacement location plan sheets are nearly complete. This project
has some front end utility work to coordinate and staff is sorting through those details for
relocation efforts in advance of the box replacement to occur in the winter/spring 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.
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
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Raintree Drive/Davidson Road intersection 400 feet south of Shields and Drake.
This project has multiple funding sources:
o Federal Hazard Elimination Grant - $887,400
o City Building on Basics (BOB) 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: $3.5M
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.
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.
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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.
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
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the intersection include adding sidewalks along the northern portion of the project,
installing Americans with Disabilities Act (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: $650,000
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 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.
Additional funds were added to the project with
approval of the 2105 budget and funds from the Pedestrian Needs Assessment to rebuild
sections of sidewalk and curb ramps. Also, Street Maintenance is using some of its 2015
budget for a surface treatment prior to restriping the corridor. 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.
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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.
Contracts are in place between the City and the
Contractor (L&M Enterprises), and Windsor and
the Contractor.
The Contractor is currently in the process of acquiring materials prior to construction.
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
of these improvements along both Jefferson and Willow based on the results of the
above.
Design work on both the Jefferson Street and Willow Street projects has begun, with both
projects currently conducting alternatives analysis.
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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 were installed in December and are open for
use.
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.
Staff has been working closely with CDOT and contractor personnel to develop final
coordination logistics that will allow for some portions of adjacent Lemay improvements
to occur and tie in with the Mulberry Bridge progress.
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 Bridge
project staff is determined.
The City anticipates some construction this 2014 winter 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.
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UTILITIES
BOXELDER CREEK OUTFALL IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: This is a large regional flood control project to be designed and
constructed under Intergovernmental Agreements with Timnath Development Authority and
Boxelder Basin Stormwater Authority. This project involves channel grading and road crossing
improvements from I-25 to the Poudre River along
the Boxelder Creek Corridor.
Project Status: The preliminary design is complete.
The environmental assessment with Colorado
Division of Wildlife has been filed. The CLOMR
submittal is 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 is complete.
Design of the siphon at Lake Canal is
complete. The canal crossing agreement negotiations are underway.
Project is under final design.
Project is 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: This is an investigation of
existing systems in place used to protect waterlines
from corrosion, design and 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: $185,000 (2014)
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.
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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 a new test station on the 60” PCCP transmission main to the west of the City’s
Light & Power Electrical Substation.
Reviewing projects and work status for 2015 with consultant and contractor to create
schedule and work order.
Rustnot was on site at WTF to adjust both rectifiers based on the new test stations and
partial completion of the WTF Yard Piping Modification project.
STREAM REHABILITATION AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
Project Description: Stream rehabilitation and habitat enhancement within City watersheds
including stabilizing the stream channel morphology, rehabilitating/creating new native in-
stream and riparian habitat to attract and support native fish and wildlife populations, and
promote best management practices (BMPs) to
improve water quality. The first watershed in the
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 on the
first project, Fossil Creek reach upstream of Lemay, to
begin October 1, 2014.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $1.2M
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Currently preparing contractor Phase 2
contract.
Contractor working on next set of riffles and placing seed and erosion control fabric.
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. The purpose of the
storage is mostly to meet water rights return flow
obligations and augmentation requirements. The
project is a cooperative effort with Natural Areas and
Parks.
Project Status: Under construction
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Anticipated Completion Date: The design was complete in 2013; construction will begin in
2015.
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Design Budget: $457,782
Total Utility Project Construction Budget: $10.6M
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
The earthwork contractor has removed 1,955,000 cubic yards of material.
The pump station construction is complete.
The project piping has been completed.
The reservoir liner has been completed.
Fill material continues to be hauled to the POE pit.
The pump testing is complete.
Fill material continues to be hauled to the future park site.
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. The
project was suspended until October when water demand goes down to complete Horsetooth raw
water lines.
Total Project Budget: $2.3M
Budget Status: On Budget
Highlights:
Completed paving of the roadway.
Completed piping out of the Pressure Dissipation vault.
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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 request for proposals 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 FACILITY STORMWATER 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:
The Solids Drying Area #1 is approximately
90% complete. Will be completed after NEWT II water line is installed through WTF.
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WATER TREATMENT FACILITY T3 SEDIMENTATION BASIN IMPROVEMENTS
Project Description: The design and construction of an equipment replacement project for the
T3 Treatment Train at the Water Treatment Facility.
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 pre-
purchase 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:
Walkway support systems are being pre-assembled.
Tube settler delivery scheduled for January 7.
Gear and flight deliveries will be mid-January.
NORTH SHIELDS STREET SANITARY SEWER INTERCEPTOR
Project Description: The 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.
Project Status: Processing contracts; begin
construction in January.
Anticipated Completion Date: May 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $2M
Budget Status: At Budget
Highlights:
Completed final design.
The Arthur’s Ditch agreement is under review with the City Attorney’s Office.
Have filed for a permit for temporary discharge to Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Waiting on signatures from Larimer and Weld Canal to execute crossing agreement.
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POUDRE RIVER CROSSING AT SHIELDS STREET
Project Description: Construction of a 21’
sanitary sewer across the Poudre River at Shields
Street. The North Shields Street Extension Project
will connect into the north manhole of this project.
Project Status: Under construction
Anticipated Completion Date: January 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: On Schedule
Total Project Budget: $164,500
Budget Status: At Budget
Highlights:
Installed 3-48” culverts and built a road
across river.
Poured manhole south of river and laid
~150’ of sewer pipe and electrical duct
bank across the river.
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 in progress
Anticipated Completion Date: November 2015
(Substantial)
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Demolition is on
schedule.
Total Project Design Budget: $1.8M
Total Project Construction Budget: $7.9M
Budget Status: Demolition contract on budget.
Highlights:
Demolition is 60% complete.
Equipment Procurement work order
submitted.
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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: July 2015
Ahead/Behind/or on Schedule: Behind Schedule
Total Project Budget: $500,000
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Currently negotiating construction work order.
The Lid submittal review completed.
NORTHEAST COLLEGE CORRIDOR OUTFALL PROJECT (NECCO) PHASE 3
Project Description: This is the 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:
Currently working with consultant on design
and alternatives, as well as scheduling the
CLOMR preparation and permitting with BNSF and Corps of Engineers.
Currently working with ROW to begin discussions on purchasing land for regional pond
and easements for conveyance pipes and channels.
Have met with BNSF Roadmaster to discuss permit submittal to bore stormwater pipes
under BNSF tracks.
Currently designing pond to minimize impacts to existing wetlands, and mitigate
necessity for the COE permit.
Working with railroad companies on agreements to bore two new pipes under the railroad
switchyard for the Dry Creek connection to the south; in the process of obtaining one of
the railroad permits, working on the other.
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DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT (DTRD) PROJECT – PHASE 2
OLD ELK DISTILLERY
Project Description: This is the 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: TBD
Budget Status: Within Budget
Highlights:
Ongoing 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
Guided Winter Ride
Location: Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive, Lobby
Date/Time: Saturday, January 10, 2015 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
Interpreting and Using your Soil Test
Location: Gardens on Spring Creek, 2145 South Centre Ave, Check in at the Visitor Center
Date/Time: Saturday, January 17, 2015 10:00 AM
Details: You got your soil tested, now what? Learn how to interpret the data from your soil test
to manage your home landscape in the best way possible. This class will help you to
irrigate, fertilize and add compost most efficiently.
Instructor: Jean Reeder, Consultant, CSU Soil Testing Lab and Master Gardener
Cost: $8.00 (price reduced by Fort Collins Utilities to promote water conservation)
Web address: http://www.fcgov.com/gardens
Contact Information: Sherry Fuller
Phone: (970) 416-2486; Email address: sfuller@fcgov.com
Northern Colorado Business Innovation Conference
Location: Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive
Date/Time: Thursday, January 29, 2015 7:00 AM
Details: Join the regional business community for a day of learning and networking. Walk away
with tools to operate more efficiently, increase economic competitiveness and create a
dynamic workplace culture.
Registration is $49.
Web address: http://www.fcgov.com/bic
To view the full calendar of events, visit http://www.fcgov.com/events/
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NATURAL AREAS QUARTERLY REPORT
Land Conservation Update - December 2014 Acreage Cost
Land Conserved: Jan - Mar 75.15 $ 410,906
Land Conserved: Apr - Jun - $ -
Land Conserved: Jul - Sept 152.74 $ 699
Land Conserved: Oct - Dec 18.00 $ 184,685
Total Land Conserved: Year to Date 245.89 $ 596,290
Land Conservation Summary - To Date Acreage Cost
Acres of Land Purchased 35,004
Acres of Land Leased 893
Acres of Land Placed in Conservation Easements 5,816
Total Conserved - To Date 41,713 $ 80,769,437
Land Conservation Funds Budgeted for 2014*
$ 5,582,578
* Includes prior year reserves and unanticipated revenues appropriated.
Acquisitions To Date - 2014 Acreage Cost
Arnett Property Conservation Easement 25.15 $ 235,770
Shields Pit Acquisition (donation received from Christensen's) 50.00 $ 175,136
Woodward
31.21 $ -
Running Deer (POE Pit) 77.96 $ 699
N. Shields Ponds (PSD land transferred to City) 43.57 $ -
Arapaho Bend (Rigden Reservoir) Purchased 11% of the 164 acres in partnership with Utilities 18.00 $ 179,685
Total Conserved - Year to Date 245.89 $ 591,290
Property Under Contract Acreage Cost
Jensen Property - Earnest Money
$ 5,000
Total Under Contract - $ 5,000
Net Land Conservation Funds Remaining for 2014 $ 4,986,288
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PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES
Shop with a Cop
Members of Police Services participated in the annual Shop with a Cop event designed to allow
children with limited means to purchase presents for family and friends. This is a combined
effort with other law enforcement agencies in Larimer County. This outreach is coordinated by
members of Police Services.
Investigation of a Fatal Collision
Fort Collins Police CRASH investigators responded to a fatal collision involving a 4-year-old
child. The collision happened in the 4400 block of E. Mulberry. The child was properly
restrained in the vehicle when it was hit from the side by another vehicle.
Fleeing Fugitive Shoots at Police
Jose Ornelas-Licano was wanted on two felony warrants when members of Police Services
Criminal Impact Unit attempted to arrest him. He fled from detectives and fired one round in
their direction as he was fleeing. He later collided with another unrelated vehicle and fled from
the accident scene. An immediate search did not locate Ornelas-Licano. He was apprehended the
next day nearby after an alert citizen called in to report his presence.
Police Investigate Armed Robbery
Fort Collins Police detectives investigated an armed robbery of the 7-11 located at 970 W.
Horsetooth Road. Investigation revealed that the suspect in the armed robbery was a 14-year-old
male. He was charged for armed robbery as a juvenile.
Santa Cops Delivery
Members of Police Services participated in delivering presents for the annual Santa Cops
program. This is a combined county-wide effort by all law enforcement entities in Larimer
County and reached almost 1,000 families and 2,800 children.
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 9 telephone calls that ranged from helping a
pawn shop with chronic false alarm problems to working with Lone Tree P.D. on shoplifters that
are working the Front Range Target Stores. There were presentations/interactions with 111
people which included a security survey of a building that will be opening in a few months as a
new Urgent Care facility, and teaching faculty and students at a technical trade school about
keeping safe.
A breakdown of the month’s Crime Prevention activities follows:
Security Survey Urgent Care (1214 Oak Park) - 6 attended
Personal Safety Hair Dynamics - 60 attended
RESTORE - 45 attended
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Crime Prevention Tip
Often you hear the word “Prevention.” It has meaning in many facets of our lives. For the
Police Department, we think of providing information to the public on ways to be safe and
prevent bad things from happening. You will hear the usual advice of “turn on the lights, lock
your doors, pay attention to your surroundings, etc.” These suggestions can make such a big
difference in the quality of your life. Also, as this “tip” is being written, the snow is falling and
temperatures have stayed very cold. “Prevention” should also come to mind in keeping you safe
from harm with these factors, so please: shovel your walks to prevent falls, drive slower to
prevent accidents, and wear warm clothing to prevent hypothermia.
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Retired Fort Collins Fire Chief Dies at 89
Retired City of Fort Collins Fire Chief Ed Yonker passed away after a short illness at 89 years of
age Monday, December 22, 2014.
Chief Yonker started with the Fort Collins Fire Department on June 29, 1955. He became chief
after the tragic death of Chief Clifford Carpenter who died in the line of duty at the State Dry
Goods fire on June 28, 1965. He served in that capacity until his retirement on January 1, 1976.
The Fort Collins Fire Department saw many changes during Chief Yonker’s tenure including
new fire stations, better equipment and more training for fire fighters. After his retirement, Chief
Yonker stayed active in the Fort Collins firefighting community. He also wrote the History of the
Fort Collins Fire Department which was published in 2004. This book is a treasure trove of
information for those interested in the history of the department. He was also a tireless advocate
for establishing a fire museum in Fort Collins to preserve the City’s rich firefighting history.
In recent months, Chief Yonker was active on the committee preparing to celebrate many of the
City’s firefighting milestones that will occur in 2015. “Chief Yonker’s presence at those
meetings, his great knowledge of firefighting history and his friendship will be greatly missed”
said PFA Fire Chief Tom DeMint.
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Chief Yonker was laid to rest on Saturday, December 27, 2014. The funeral was a full fire
service funeral afforded to a retired chief that did not die in the line of duty.
Battalion Chief Mike Gavin Recognized
The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) recognized Mike Gavin,
Emergency Manager for the City of Fort Collins, for his leadership within the Emergency
Management profession at their annual conference in Reno Nevada last month. The official
honor received from IAEM recognized Mr. Gavin “for outstanding commitment and service to
the International Association and specifically for the betterment of emergency management in
IAEM USA Region 8.” The International Association of Emergency Managers, which has more
than 5,000 members worldwide, is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting
the "Principles of Emergency Management" and representing those professionals whose goals
are saving lives and protecting property and the environment during emergencies and disasters.
Fire Academy Graduates
Four new PFA firefighters graduated from the Front Range Fire Academy on December 5 after
sixteen weeks of training. The graduates went on to two additional weeks of in-house training
prior to being placed on shift. We welcome our new firefighters.
Two House Fires Same Day
Two cooking related house fires occurred on December 7 on the north side of PFA’s area. There
were no reported injuries, however one residence suffered significant damage. One family will
be displaced for months during reconstruction. Not only are cooking related fires the number
one cause of residential fires year round, but this time of year incidents increase.
Fire Safety Poster Contest
As another incentive for student participation, three students were randomly drawn to receive a
ride to school in a fire engine. Selected students and parents were excited to get this once-in-a-
lifetime experience. One out-of-service fire engine and three 40-hour personnel were used to
make this fun event happen.
Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Firefighters used a live-fire demonstration one night in December to show our customers the
benefits and downside of not maintaining a Christmas tree. Another great opportunity to spread
our holiday and other safety messages since home fires increase during the holidays.
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Incident Statistics (by category)
Report Period: December 2014 Total Loss
Fires 18 $131,550
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 2
Rescue / EMS 1,239
Hazardous Condition - no fire 42
Service Call 63
Good Intent Call 161
False Alarms / False Calls 121
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 0
Special Incident Type 2
Total = 1,648
YEAR-TO-DATE 2014 Total Loss
Fires 326 $2,032,663
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 11
Rescue / EMS 13,404
Hazardous Condition - no fire 371
Service Call 732
Good Intent Call 1,527
False Alarms / False Calls 1,243
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 2
Special Incident Type 35
Total = 17,651
Comparison: December 2013 Total Loss
Fires 35 $1,531,226
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 0
Rescue / EMS 1,009
Hazardous Condition - no fire 21
Service Call 73
Good Intent Call 137
False Alarms / False Calls 137
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 0
Special Incident Type 0
Total = 1,412
Comparison: YEAR-TO-DATE 2013 Total Loss
Fires 367 $4,573,833
Overpressure/rupture, explosion-no fire 12
Rescue / EMS 12,426
Hazardous Condition - no fire 347
Service Call 738
Good Intent Call 1,297
False Alarms / False Calls 1,256
Severe Weather & Natural Disaster 2
Special Incident Type 29
Total = 16,474
*Information subject to change due to updated data.
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BUILDING & PLANNING ACTIVITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
2013 YTD 2014 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 364 314 -14%
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 274 230 -16%
Building Permits Issued 6,338 12,761 +101%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) 375 664 +77%
Building Inspections Performed 32,011 38,387 +20%
Plan Reviews Performed 2,199 2,417 +10%
Development Review revenues are approximately $2.08M over projections for 2014 as of
December 31. The General Fund portion of this is $1.95M.
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 Final Plan and development agreement also have been
recorded. There have been five Minor Amendments submitted for Foothills Mall
Redevelopment. Three of the five Minor Amendments have been approved; two are still
under review. These amendments included the following types of changes: addition of
notes to the site plan, a temporary access point for Macy’s along Stanford Road, revisions
to building elevations for individual tenant needs, and utility changes. Weekly
construction coordination meetings continue to be held with City staff and the developer.
Due to the holidays, work on the Mall proper ceased so as to not interfere with shoppers.
Very few inspections were requested during this time.
Permits Issued:
Two master demolition permits to track all space renovations. American
Demolition is current demo contractor of record.
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.
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.
New parking structure, 315 E. Foothills – foundation caissons installed and tilt up
concrete wall panels being erected.
New core and shell, 3120 S. College – foundation installed, framing started.
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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.
Demolition permit for the exterior northwest mall entrance area 215 E. Foothills
Pkwy; different demo contractor than the exterior site buildings.
New core and shell, 3050 S. College and 3100 S. College.
Tenant Finish for Chico’s clothing at 3120 S. College.
Permits Under Review:
New core and shell 8006 sq. ft. for 327 E. Foothills #B1410749 applied 10/28/14,
Plan review requested additional information 12/17/14, review pending.
New core and shell 6005 sq. ft. for 321 E Foothills #B1410751 applied 10/28/14,
Plan review requested additional information 12/17/14, review pending.
New 24,276 sq. ft. addition to existing mall for the FAC building for 241 E.
Foothills Pkwy #B1411718 applied 11/14/14, this building is next in line for
review.
Tenant Finish for Victoria’s Secret at 215 E. Foothills Pkwy #B1411229 applied
10/30/14 Plan review completed, permit pending.
New core and shell 170 E. Foothills 9,467 sq. ft. approximately 3 weeks until start
of plan review.
Music District - rehabilitation will consist of renovating three existing buildings
(633/639 S. College Ave., 633 ½ S. College Ave. and 621 S. College Ave.), the
removal of a fourth building (627 S. College Ave.) and renovation of the
surrounding parking lots and landscaped areas. The newly renovated spaces will
serve as a communal space for regional musical talent. The Music District will
include office space for music related businesses, a media center, retail shops,
practice/rehearsal facilities, meeting/gathering/networking spaces for
tenants/staff/outside groups, professional development workshops, and mixed-use
dwellings.
Inspections:
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.
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 6,000 re-roofing permits have been issued; over
3,400 have been inspected using trained hourly employees. Estimates of 4,000-6,000
roofs still need to be replaced. Due to staffing changes, building services is actively
looking for additional hourly inspectors to assist with roofing inspections.
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Summit Parking Garage – Council heard the remanded hearing appeal 12/3/14; City
Council voted 7 – 0 to uphold the Hearing Officer’s approval with conditions. If these
conditions result in making changes to the original building submitted for plan review,
significant revisions to the previous building plans reviewed/approved by plan review
will be required.
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 January.
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 January.
Additional Woodward Campus items:
Permits Issued:
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.
Full permit issued for the Phase One ITS building.
Permits Under Review:
Footing and Foundation permit (B1411129) for Office Building Headquarters
submitted, F&F permit issued, below grade work has commenced.
Inspections:
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. Inspector indicates that there will
be a need for additional electrical inspectors on site, due to the extensive electrical
work for the building. Staff can accommodate an additional electrical inspector.
No issues at this time.
Capstone Cottages Student Oriented Housing – Plan Amendment and Rezoning – As part
of a development application for a student oriented housing project, this is a request that
the East Mulberry Corridor Plan and City Structure Plan maps be amended to change the
land use designation of approximately 12.7 acres of land northeast of the Lincoln
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Avenue/Lemay Avenue intersection from Industrial to Medium Density Mixed-Use
Neighborhood. The Applicant’s proposal also involves a request to rezone 12.7 acres of
land from the Industrial District (I) to the Medium Density Mixed Use Neighborhood
District (M-M-N) and 0.070 acres of land from the M-M-N to the Industrial District.
The Planning and Zoning Board forwarded a recommendation to Council to approve the
amendments (4-0) on December 11, 2014 and the City Council Hearing is scheduled on
January 6, 2015.
Projects that submitted Final Plans in December
Northern Colorado Feeders Supply: This is a proposed development for the Northern
Colorado Feeders Supply relocation to 300 Hickory Street. The project would include
the demolition of one existing 1,152 square foot retail/office building, and construction of
a new 2,430 square foot retail building with offices for Northern Colorado Feeders
Supply (animal feed & supplies) on the 2.02 acre site. The property also contains two
existing 3-sided storage buildings. Site upgrades including new fencing, walkways and
landscaping are also proposed.
Revive Major Amendment (formerly known as Union Place): This is a request for an
amendment to the Union Place development plan located southwest of the intersection of
West Willox Street and North College Avenue. The request proposes to change an
interior portion of the plan (Block 4) from 19 multi-family dwellings to 19 single-family
attached dwellings. This change requires adding individual lot lines between the shared
walls of the units. The architectural design of these dwellings is also being amended as
well as some adjustments to the landscape plan. The property is zoned CS, Service
Commercial District.
Construction Projects of Note for December
New, one story core and shell 10,690 sq. ft. retail building at the Foothills Mall
Redevelopment on spread footing and foundation. The permit also includes 18 new
HVAC roof. Location: 3100 S College Avenue.
Nine new solar carports are being installed throughout the parking lot at the Intel campus
at the southeast corner of East Harmony and Zeigler Road. Location: 4701 Technology
Parkway.
New 4689 sq. ft. single-family detached residence with 2148 sq. ft. finished basement (to
include 3/4 bath, 1 bedroom, and exercise room) and 150 sq. ft. unfinished basement.
Location: 5602 Fireside Court.
Foundation and pad of 720 sq. ft. to support a new emergency generator for Building 4
west annex (located on the west side) for Avago Technologies. Location: 4380 Ziegler
Road.
Construction of a new, one-story 33,572 sq. ft. core and shell retail building located on
lot 12 of the Foothills Redevelopment. Location: 3050 S. College Avenue.
Tenant finish of 23,417 sq. ft. for Shamrock Foods (formerly occupied by Wild Oats).
Outside will include new overhead door, new exit doors screen walls for trash and
condenser. .Location: 200 W Foothills Parkway.
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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, 2014
Council work session. Staff is planning to bring the strategic plan to a Council work
session on February 10 with a tentative date for adoption set for March 17.
For more information about the project, please see our website at
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
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 greater
efficiency of resources, effective community engagement, and opportunity for
collaboration of stakeholders and desired outcomes.
A consultant team has been retained that will assist staff in the Plan’s development. The
planning process will start in January 2015, when existing conditions and background
information are collected. 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.
Downtown Plan – Funding was approved in 2015-16 budget for an update to the
Downtown Plan. The effort will replace the successful 1989 Downtown Plan and
incorporate other planning initiatives associated with Downtown. Staff is currently
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working on the scope, timeline, and public engagement strategy. A Request for
Proposals (RFP) for consultant assistance was issued on January 6.
Northeast/Mountain Vista Subarea Plan Update – Funding was approved in the 2015-
2016 budget ($40,000) to analyze impacts from the growth projected in the Mt. Vista
Plan and an alternative development scenario. The analysis will address transportation
infrastructure needs and implications of additional oil and gas regulations. Impacts are
based on North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) Regional
Traffic Model for the long-term condition (2040). The project will begin in January 2015
and be completed by March 2015.
Smoking Ordinance Expansion Options – Staff presented options to City Council for
further expansions of the smoking ordinance at their November 25 work session. Council
directed staff to bring an ordinance back to them that:
o further limits smoking to 100% of Old Town Square, streets adjacent to Old Town
Square, and possibly expanding limits to fully encompass the downtown
Dismount Zone;
o includes an option to allow smoking in certain areas between the hours of 11 p.m.
and 5 a.m.;
o includes an option to allow smoking in back alleys, elevated patios or similar
areas away from pedestrian walkways;
o bans smoking from all parks, trails, and natural areas;
o bans smoking from all public property and grounds, including golf courses; and
o bans smoking from most City-approved events.
Staff is currently engaging in additional research with communities who have
implemented smoking bans to see whether they have included items such as lifting the
ban during certain hours, providing designated smoking areas, and to determine what
issues, if any, have been created by such bans. We have also conducted an employee
survey regarding the restrictions on City facilities and grounds and have a second survey
out for the general public to respond to. Additional outreach has occurred through social
media (Facebook and NextDoor) and through a press release that is scheduled to go out
on January 7. First reading on this item is scheduled for February 3, 2015.
Urban Agriculture - A 6-month update on urban agriculture will be provided to Council
in early February. The July 2014 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.
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
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from Shields to College. The Draft Plan and recommended design for the Prospect
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.
Outreach to date:
Four public outreach listening sessions – March/April, 175 attendees
20 neighborhood walking tours – April/May, 80+ attendees
Online “Wiki Map”
Two visioning events – April/May, 74 attendees
Three online surveys at key points during the project
Open House – September, 85 attendees
Two Prospect Corridor Workshops – September and October, 69 attendees total
Outreach to property owners along the Prospect Corridor
Outreach at the Drake Road Farmers’ Market, CSU Lagoon Concert Series, and
Gardens on Spring Creek events
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
City Council Work Sessions – August 26, November 25
Development Projects under Appeal
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