HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport - Mail Packet - 8/18/2015 - City Managers Monthly Update - August 13, 2015August 13, 2015
CONTENTS
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 3
August 18 Council Meeting.....................................................................................................................................3
August 25 Council Work Session ............................................................................................................................3
September 1 Council Meeting ................................................................................................................................4
September 8 Council Work Session ........................................................................................................................4
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION .................................................................................................. 4
Monthly & Year to Date ..........................................................................................................................................4
CAPITAL PROJECTS ........................................................................................................................... 5
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................5
MULBERRY BRIDGE (SH 14) AT THE POUDRE RIVER ENHANCEMENTS ..................................................................5
WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN.................................................................................................6
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT - LOOMIS/OLIVE ............................................................................6
SHIELDS STREET AND DRAKE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................................7
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD ...................................................................................7
HORSETOOTH AND TIMBERLINE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................8
VINE AND SHIELDS ROUNDABOUT .........................................................................................................................9
REMINGTON GREENWAY .......................................................................................................................................9
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................. 10
LINCOLN (INTERIM) AND LEMAY IMPROVEMENTS / WOODWARD CAMPUS ..................................................... 10
NORTH COLLEGE PEDESTRIAN GAP ..................................................................................................................... 11
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CONIFER TO WILLOX ................................................................................. 11
LINCOLN CORRIDOR Project – 1st Street to Lemay Avenue ................................................................................. 12
CAPITAL PROJECTS - UTILITIES ..................................................................................................... 12
RIGDEN WATER STORAGE PROJECT .................................................................................................................... 12
DWRF Digester Lid 611 Replacement Project ..................................................................................................... 13
DWRF South Process Train BNR & Replacement ................................................................................................. 13
Mall Project ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
North College Improvement Project ................................................................................................................... 14
Drake to Lake Street Duct Bank Project .............................................................................................................. 15
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE ................................................................................................................. 15
Police Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Poudre Fire Authority .......................................................................................................................................... 16
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY .............................................................................................. 17
Year to Date Comparisons ................................................................................................................................... 17
Projects of Note-Status and Updates .................................................................................................................. 18
Projects Under Appeal ......................................................................................................................................... 19
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 20
Environmental Services ....................................................................................................................................... 20
Social Sustainability ............................................................................................................................................. 20
Economic Health .................................................................................................................................................. 20
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 3
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
AUGUST 18 COUNCIL MEETING
Kechter Farm 2nd Annexation
Natural Areas Potential Transactions
o Seek Council approval of one or more land acquisitions by the Natural Areas
Department on its own, or in partnership with other City departments or local
governments.
DDA 2010 Bond Interest Adjustment
o Seek Council approval of amending the interest rate on DDA 2010 bonds with a term of
10 years that have an automatic interest rate reset in year 5. Staff is working to improve
the interest rate.
Call of Special Election Nov 3
o Calling a Special Municipal Election to be held in conjunction with the November 3, 2015
Larimer County Coordinated Election. This Ordinance does not place a specific measure
on the ballot but preserves the opportunity for Council to place initiated or referred
issues on the November ballot.
Broadband
o Refer ballot language to reestablish the City’s right to provide services restricted by SB-
152, described as telecommunication services which includes broadband service.
Reestablishing this right does not require or guarantee that the City will be a
telecommunications provider but instead allows the City to consider direct or indirect
means of increasing broadband service to the community.
Staff Report: Paved Trails/English Ranch Comm Garden
o Update on new trail construction projects currently planned in the City
Proposed Amendments to Smoking Ordinance
o Proposed revisions to the current smoking ordinance, including exemptions for retail
tobacco establishments within the Downtown Smoke Free Zone and for City facility
users who smoke on City premises in a fully enclosed, privately-owned vehicles, as well
as clarification on the City-owned or maintained sidewalks that are intended to be
covered by the provisions in the ordinance.
River Modern Appeal
Facility Naming
o Review the City’s naming policy for properties and facilities for the purpose of
considering amendments to the Municipal Code
AUGUST 25 COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Homelessness Action Plan
o Provide City Council with a summary of outcomes from the Community Summit on
Homelessness, and offer some recommended options for Council consideration. Also to
receive direction from Council regarding action items in which the City can be involved or
lead.
Street Oversizing Fund
o Present a draft study that assesses and updates the City’s Street Oversizing Capital
Expansion Fee Program and receive input from Council on policy issues necessary to
update the Transportation Capital Expansion Fee.
Prioritizing ¼ cent CIP
o Discuss timing of ¼ cent capital improvement projects (2016-2025) approved by voters
in the April 2015 election
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SEPTEMBER 1 COUNCIL MEETING
Seasonal Overflow Shelter
o Amend the Land Use Code to allow a permitted use of Seasonal Overflow Shelter for
persons experiencing homelessness annually during the months of November through
April.
NISP
o Review staff comments on the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement for
the Northern Integrated Supply Project. Staff will provide an overview of the potential
impacts; whether or not the impacts are adequately described; and, advise Council as
the magnitude and implications of the impacts. Council will be asked to adopt comments
by resolution that will be submitted to the Army Corps of Engineers.
Land Use Code Amendments - 2nd Reading
o Amend the Land Use Code to require City Council review of Addition of Permitted Use
(APU) applications in eight residential zone districts
SEPTEMBER 8 COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Water Development Fees
o Provide an overview of the Utilities Raw Water Requirements and Plant Investment Fees
for new development and consider potential direction for changes to those requirements
and fees, as well as consider opportunities for collaboration with surrounding water
districts.
Climate Action Plan
o Present progress since March 2015 in identifying next steps/strategic initiatives for CAP
Framework planning and implementation and recive Council feedback on the direction of
the initiatives
Land Bank Program
o Staff will provide an overview of the Land Bank Program including results from a
consultant market analysis of the properties and policy recommendations on program
utilization for Council consideration
Safe Routes to Everywhere Prioritization
o Staff will present methods of collaboration and prioritization that maximize the effective
use of BOB 2 capital funds identified for Safe Routes to Everywhere. This includes
accessibility improvements to bus stops and sidewalks as well as improvements to
bicycle infrastructure.
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
July 2015
Sales tax collections increased 3.9%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 20.9%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 7.1%
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
2015 YTD
Sales tax collections increased 6.2%
Use tax collections excluding rebates increased 31.4%
Sales and use tax collections excluding rebates increased 10.9%
CAPITAL PROJECTS
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Source: KFCG/BOB Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $450,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
This project provides a complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and
identifies inadequate handicap accessibilities according to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
requirements.
37,741 accessible ramps have been identified as acceptable, substandard, or missing in
accordance with the ADA requirements.
Project Updates:
Current Projects –
o Upcoming project locations: New sidewalk installation along City Park south of Birch.
o Current projects: Staff is continuing to collaborate with CSU staff regarding final layout
for the NRRC connection between Centre Avenue and MAX Spring Creek Station. Staff
collaborated with a development project to install an accessible ramp near Spinnaker
and Mariner Drive.
o Staff is currently working with Transfort to install new bus stop locations and updates to
existing locations. In addition, staff is working with FCMoves to install new ramps and
sidewalk connections for Safe Routes to Schools and the low-stress bicycle network.
Staff is scheduled to attend August’s Transportation Commission meeting.
http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
MULBERRY BRIDGE (SH 14) AT THE POUDRE RIVER ENHANCEMENTS
Funding Source: City of Fort Collins
Estimated Project Budget: $750,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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.
Project Updates:
Bridge enhancements for Phase II, including medians and
stone columns, has started.
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Landscaping and Urban Design plans for a secondary project along Mulberry Street between
Riverside Avenue and Lemay Avenue have been completed. The City is coordinating with
CDOT regarding a Spring 2016 start date.
Additional project information can be found at https://www.codot.gov/projects/SH14PoudreRiver
WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN
Funding Source: Colorado off system bridge program (BRO) funds
and KFCG
Estimated Project Budget: $1.1m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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.
Construction is planned for winter 2015/spring 2016.
Project Updates:
No current updates
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT - LOOMIS/OLIVE
Funding Source: KFCG/Operation Services, Facilities
Estimated Project Budget: $1m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
The intent of this project is to replace a structurally deficient
bridge/box sections with new concrete box culverts.
Project Updates:
Project plans are in final review and expected to be released
for bid in the fall of 2015, with construction commencing as
early as November of this year.
Property owner notification and accommodation are
underway to best merge construction and residential activity.
Project will see early construction activity of utility relocation
to help expedite ditch construction activity.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
SHIELDS STREET AND DRAKE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Hazard Elimination Grant (90%)/Local
Match (10%)
Estimated Project Budget: $986,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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 Dr./Davidson Rd. intersection 400 feet south
of Shields and Drake.
Project is currently in a “hold pattern” until the offers for
additional right of way acquisitions from the adjacent
property owners has been accepted or negotiated. This
process must also be approved by Colorado Department of Transportation, Right of Way
Department, as federal funding requires.
As a result of meeting Federal requirements this project is anticipated to go to construction in
the summer of 2016.
Project Updates:
Project plans have reached 75% with an expected delivery of final plans in the late fall / early
winter of 2015.
The search for existing utilities has been completed and will be mapped to finalize the location
of the traffic signal system upgrade.
Staff continues to work to obtain additional right of way acquisition. A counter-offer has been
submitted and currently under review.
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB)
Estimated Project Budget: $3.5m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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:
Travel lanes, sidewalks, bike lanes and
landscaped medians.
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.
Project Updates:
No current updates
More info at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/prospect-timberline.php
HORSETOOTH AND TIMBERLINE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB)/Federal Grant
(CMAQ)
Estimated Project Budget: $3.5m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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)
Additionally, the project will include median and landscape improvements, sidewalk and bicycle
lane improvements and transit infrastructure.
Project Updates:
Horsetooth Road is currently closed on either side of Timberline Road. Horsetooth Road is
scheduled to reopen on August 16.
All of the major work along Horsetooth Road is complete.
Upcoming work: medians along Timberline, asphalt paving and concrete paving on Timberline.
Project is on schedule to be complete in mid-October.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/horsetooth-timberline.php
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
VINE AND SHIELDS ROUNDABOUT
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB)/Federal Grant (STP Metro)/Regional Road Impact Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $1.7m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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.
Other safety concerns which will be corrected at the
intersection entail: adding sidewalks along the northern
portion of the project, installing ADA compliant
ramps/crosswalks and adding bike lanes.
Project Updates:
The City’s contractor started construction in early August.
North/south thru traffic is anticipated to be open on Shields by the middle of September.
More information is available 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
Project Details:
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.
Project Updates:
The west half of the roundabout at Remington/Laurel has been constructed.
The east half of the intersection of Remington/Laurel is currently under construction.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/advanceplanning/remingtongreenway.php
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DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants/Local Funds/DDA Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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.
Project Updates:
The City has completed final engineering plans along the Feeder Supply development’s Willow
Street frontage in an effort to coordinate developer and City planned improvements.
The City is negotiating services with a consultant to develop final engineering plans and
specifications for Jefferson Street between North College Avenue and approximately 250’ south
of the Mountain Ave./Lincoln Ave./Jefferson St. intersection.
Staff continues to work with an artist and consultant in the development of the NE corner of
Linden Street and Willow Street.
LINCOLN (INTERIM) AND LEMAY IMPROVEMENTS / WOODWARD CAMPUS
Funding Source: City of Fort Collins General Fund/Intersection
Improvement Fund
Estimated Project Budget: $2.1-2.3M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
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 for as a result of anticipated traffic
volumes for this area.
Project Updates:
Project has reached approximately 70% completion. The goal is for substantial completion by
August 21, 2015. Remaining work will continue during the following weeks.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
Milestone improvements are scheduled for the month of August including an interim access
point on Lincoln, median landscape and utility connections for a proposed commercial site south
of the Woodward Campus.
The ultimate improvements of Lincoln have been coordinated with staff assigned to that project
that will allow for a more seamless transition to the final corridor design and construction.
NORTH COLLEGE PEDESTRIAN GAP
Funding Source: CMAQ Grant/URA Contribution/Pedestrian
Program Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $900,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
The primary goal of this project is to complete a gap in
pedestrian infrastructure from Highway 1 to the south side
of the Larimer & Weld Canal.
This project will construct a pedestrian connection
crossing the Larimer & Weld Canal extending north to SH
1 (Terry Lake Rd). The project impacts a federal highway,
and is located outside the City limits but within the Growth
Management Area.
Project Updates:
The City is negotiating services with a consultant to develop final engineering plans and
specifications for this project.
City staff began coordination with Larimer County and CDOT staff to develop short term and
long term expectations for this section of the corridor.
Staff began public outreach, meeting with the North Fort Collins Business Association to gather
project feedback.
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CONIFER TO WILLOX
Funding Source: Federal Grants/Local Matching Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $12m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
The intent of this project is to design and construct
improvements along North College Avenue from the
Conifer/Hickory intersection to Willox Lane, bringing this
section of North College up to four-lane arterial
standards as defined by the Larimer County Urban Area
Street Standards. Both medians and sections of the
planned rear access roads are included in the project.
Project Updates:
South bound lane widening and storm sewer systems
are complete.
North bound lane widening and west side driveways and sidewalks are currently being installed.
Landscape installation is scheduled to begin in August.
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LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT – 1ST STREET TO LEMAY AVENUE
Funding Source: General Fund Reserves, Street Oversizing Fund, previously committed developer
local street obligations, savings from Woodward interim improvements
Estimated Project Budget: $6.5m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes improvements along Lincoln Avenue
between 1st Street and Lemay Avenue.
Subsequent phases include improvements to the Poudre River Bridge and improvements along
Lincoln Avenue to Jefferson Street.
Project intent is to create a multi-modal design along Lincoln Avenue that will include creating a
street with a unique identity, improving the mobility, safety, and experience for bicyclists,
pedestrians, transit users, and vehicles, and creating an environment where local businesses
can thrive.
Project Updates:
Currently negotiating award of final engineering design with Interwest Consulting Group.
Construction start projected for June 2016.
Currently exploring funding options to include improvements to the Poudre River Bridge in this
phase of the project.
CAPITAL PROJECTS - UTILITIES
RIGDEN WATER STORAGE PROJECT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $13,050,164
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
200’ long Sidespill Weir on Boxelder Creek
2,700 cfs Flood Channel from Boxelder Creek to Poudre River
Dredging of Boxelder Creek between Mulberry and I-25
Project Updates:
Construction of Siphon on Lake Canal
Flood Diversion Channel North and South of East Prospect
Box Culverts Under Prospect
Reservoir Filling Begins
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
DWRF DIGESTER LID 611 REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Funding Source: Sewer
Estimated Project Budget: $1,128,442
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Digester assembly completed
Digester lid weld testing completed
Digester lid lifted into place in digester
Project Updates:
Completion of guidelines assemblies
Installation of concrete ring
Digester lid pressure test
DWRF SOUTH PROCESS TRAIN BNR & REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $9,595,709
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Aeration piping installation underway
Electrical infrastructure underway
Basin backfill 95% complete
Project Updates:
Basin sample line installation
Diffuser installation in Aeration Basins
Instrumentation installation
Digester Lifted Into Place In Digester
SPT Site Backfill
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MALL PROJECT
Funding Source: Alberta Development
Estimated Project Budget: $1,200,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Electric excavation, conduit installation, and cable pulling
Transformer and pad installation
Energizing
Project Updates:
Work continues on setting transformers
95% of all conduit installation is complete
Assessing switching point and obtaining amp checks
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Funding Source: Light & Power Budget
Estimated Project Budget: $570,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Remove existing infrastructure (street lighting, overhead
power lines, and relocate primary vaults)
Electric excavation, conduit installation, and cable pulling
Upgrade street lighting
Project Updates:
West side electric facilities energized
Installing west side street lighting
Relocating primary vaults on east side
Transformer Installation
Street Lighting Installation
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
DRAKE TO LAKE STREET DUCT BANK PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $600,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
1.2 miles of duct bank
Easements, excavation, construction, and duct bank installation
Project Updates:
Route coordination with CSU is underway
Verbal approval with CSU and CSU foundation to obtain
legal description
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
POLICE SERVICES
Police Train on Active Shooter
During the month of July all Fort Collins Police officers participated in scenario training to prepare for an
active shooter emergency. This training included a new philosophy toward how firefighters and medical
assist during an active shooter with mass casualties. This is a new collaboration effort and should help
save lives in the case of this type of emergency.
Police Hold Community Meeting for the Maple Hill area
On July 8th members of Police Services met with residents of the Maple Hill area to discuss current
policing efforts and to answer any questions related to policing and growth.
Tip a Cop benefitting Special Olympics
Members of Police Services participated in the Tip a Cop campaign benefitting Special Olympics. The
effort raised $2000 for Special Olympics of Colorado. This is part of the ongoing relationship between
law enforcement and Special Olympics.
Officer Involved Shooting
On July 18th officers responding to a disturbance encountered an individual who had already stabbed a
female and attempted to attack the officers with the knife. The officers defended themselves and shot
and killed the suspect. Their actions prevented further injuries to the innocent victims. The District
Attorney’s Office has ruled the officer’s use of deadly force as justified and even called their actions
heroic.
Vicinity Map
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Man is shot and killed in alley
On July 22nd officers responded to a report of an individual who had been shot in the alley near 120 W.
Laurel. Officers located a male who had been shot and that victim eventually died. Police were able to
arrest a suspect in the homicide and the investigation continues. This is the second homicide in Fort
Collins for 2015.
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 22 telephone calls that ranged from parents reporting
that their 11 year old son was receiving suspicious texts, to a man complaining that his ex-girlfriend is
saying bad things about his current girlfriend on Facebook. Presentations to 297 people included
personal safety to the seniors at the Legacy Apartments on Linden Street, to teaching safety to children
at a Little Bears pre-school.
Here’s the breakdown on activities in July:
Crystal Safety Table & July 4th -- 200
Little Bears Child Safety -- 30
RESTORE -- 42
Legacy Apartments Senior Safety -- 25
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Notable Incidents/Items/Events:
2nd Alarm Vegetation Fire – July started off with a two-alarm vegetation fire in Timnath just off
County Road 5. The fire started when a ditch burn escaped. When firefighters arrived they found
the fire was being driven by a light wind so a call was made for assistance. Firefighters were able
to contain the fire to approximately three acres with no damages.
Injured Hiker on Horsetooth Rock- On July 7, similar to an incident just eleven months ago, it
took multiple agencies to bring the rescue of an injured hiker to a successful conclusion. At about
2:30 p.m. it was reported that a female hiker had fallen approximately 20 feet and fractured her leg
on Horsetooth Rock, which is located in Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. The hiker was not far
from last year’s incident.
Rain and mud from the parking area to the rescue site complicated an already challenging rescue.
A volunteer firefighter with PFA reached the hiker first and quickly evaluated and treated her
injuries. As this was occurring, more rescuers continued to arrive and prepare for the trek up the
mountain and pending technical rescue. The operation took a large amount of coordination and
communication with assisting agencies along with at least three rope systems to remove the hiker
from the rock. Crews then moved her down the trail more than 1/3 of a mile over very uneven
terrain in order to load her into a pickup truck for transport to the parking area. Once at the parking
area she was then transported to Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland via PVH/UCHealth
ambulance.
The operation took forty-five rescuers and four hours to complete. This would not have been
possible without the teamwork of our assisting agencies.
Assisting agencies: Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services; Larimer County Parks;
Larimer County Search & Rescue; Fort Collins-911; Poudre Valley Hospital Emergency Services
and Special Operations Response Team.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
Large Training Event- Firefighters were able to train at a group of storage buildings slated for
demolition after a generous donation by Pedersen Toyota in south Fort Collins. After many hours of
planning by PFA training staff and other firefighters, crews were able to conduct a multitude of
scenarios. Crews practiced forcible entry, building searches and ventilation techniques.
PFA Commemoration Bicycle- There has long been close ties to cycling and the Fort Collins
community, which included past fire Chief Robert MacGregor (1915-1930) who rode his bicycle to
fires. With this knowledge, Colorado Bikes, a local builder, was commissioned to design and build
a bicycle for the PFA Commemoration Year. The bicycle was debuted at the City’s July 4th parade.
A donation from the sale of each bicycle will go to the PFA Fire Safety Education Fund and
Firefighter Community Compassion Fund, both 501(c)(3) accounts.
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS
2014 YTD 2015 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals
Received
211 219 +4 %
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 138 119 -14 %
Building Permits Issued 4,533 5,570 +23 %
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $345.0 $287.5 -17%
Building Inspections Performed 20,211 19,506 -3 %
Plan Reviews Performed 1,549 1,423 -8 %
Overall development review revenues are $623,506 over projection for 2015 as of July 31st, with
General Fund revenues $551,616 over projection and Engineering Development Review
revenues over projection by $71,890.
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PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES
Development/Planning
Projects of Note Status/Updates
CSU Parking Lot at Research
Boulevard
Approved and under construction.
CSU Medical Center
Will be reviewed as a Site Plan Advisory Review and a
formal submittal is anticipated for August.
Downtown Plan The visioning phase is underway. An online survey
will be available through July and August, and staff is
organizing a large booth for New West Fest for August
15th-16th.
Downtown Hotel The Project Development Plan proposes a 164 room
hotel and 2 options for parking: 1) 133 space surface
lot or 2) a 319-space parking structure (approx. 1/3
hotel & 2/3 public). P&Z Hearing is scheduled for
September 10th.
Uncommon (310 S. College) The Project Development Plan proposes a 6-story
127,800 square-foot, mixed-use building on the former
Perkins lot:
119 dwelling units; 250 bedrooms
11,000 square-foot of commercial space on
ground level
128 parking spaces
Foothills Mall Redevelopment Under construction; construction meetings continue
weekly with City Staff and developer.
Landmark Residences on
Mountain Avenue
Approved and awaiting final plans from developer
(anticipated soon).
Lincoln Corridor Plan Start of 10 recommended neighborhood infrastructure
projects in 2015; Lincoln Avenue Improvement project
total cost estimated to be $19.3M; 1st to Lemay
segment funded and delivered to Engineering for final
design and construction.
Mountain Vista Subarea Analysis As a second phase of the project, staff will conduct a
multiple day Design Charrette with Mountain Vista
Area property owners and stakeholders, exploring
multiple land development scenarios which would
incorporate Nature in the City policies and Urban
Agriculture standards.
Nature in the City Design guidelines nearing completion; progress
continues for both 10-minute walk and wildlife
connectivity analyses (tentative September
completion); citizen science bird and butterfly data
collection occurring this summer in partnership with
CSU; NIC is working on collaboration for several
strategic plans and grant initiatives.
Neighborhood Districts Finalized scope of engagement study and now working
towards RFP release; Neighborhood Advisory Group
has been partially identified; additional recruitment is
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occurring to ensure inclusion and diversity; continuing
work with CSU’s Center for Public Deliberation to
determine their interest/role in this project; exploring
options for a registration system and subscription
service that would enable citizens to engage with the
City and get information based on topic or location;
continuing research of best practices related to
neighborhood associations and engagement; working
to start identifying program incentives.
Old Town Neighborhood Plan and
Design Guidelines
Phase I of the planning process complete; Phase II
Visioning is in progress, including online survey.
Design guidelines first draft posted for public comment.
633/639 S. College Ave @ Laurel
Construction continuing on schedule.
Smoking Ordinance Expansion
Options
Presentations will be made to the Parks and
Recreation Board and the Employee Committee;
ordinance revisions have been prepared and were
submitted for the August 18th City Council Consent
Agenda for several topics (including exemptions and
other clarifications; education and outreach campaigns
for first phase continue: signs are being manufactured,
installs have started, and promotional ads are being
distributed via City busses, website updates, and
CityNews / Fort Shorts articles.
Social Host Public engagement strategy being developed;
Technical Advisory Committee has been identified and
meetings are underway; project timeline further
developed; public outreach events are scheduled for
September 27th, November 1st, and December 6th;
Council work session expected in January 2016.
West Elizabeth Enhanced Travel
Corridor Plan
Phase I (corridor understanding) is nearing completion;
Phase II (visioning) underway with a public Open
House scheduled for August 5th at St. Paul’s Episcopal
Church. An online vision survey is also available
through August 31st.
Woodward Campus Construction is moving along smoothly; final
inspections are also continuing as planned.
PROJECTS UNDER APPEAL
River Modern Project Development Plan:
The Administrative Hearing Officer’s decision to approve the River Modern PDP application to construct
15 single-family attached dwellings (duplexes), and which includes conversion of one existing building
to a child care center, has received one appeal, which will go before City Council. The City Clerk’s
office has scheduled this appeal to be heard on August 18th, 2015.
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SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
On July 25, Environmental Services hosted Electrify Your Summer,
where 71 residents purchased clean lawn mowers and 67 also
recycled old gasoline mowers, reducing ozone-forming pollutants.
Two community forums were held Aug 11 and 12 to gather public
input on options to update the Community Recycling Ordinance.
Citizens can learn more and take an on-line survey at
http://www.fcgov.com/recycling/update.php
ESD staff is coordinating the organization-wide structure needed to ensure successful implementation
of the 2015 Climate Action Plan Framework. This includes 10 interdisciplinary Strategic Initiative teams,
executive support and leadership, and community involvement.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Homelessness – The City is working closely with Homeward 2020 and other community partners to
balance homelessness issues in our community. A work session is scheduled August 25 to discuss
work done to date, action items moving forward, and what to expect in the future.
Multicultural Community Retreat – September 18-19, 2015 – CSU Mountain Campus – An opportunity
for community members to learn about cross-cultural impacts, develop cultural proficiency, and become
inspired to take action on behalf of our community’s well-being. Register by August 15 at
http://fcgov.com/socialsustainability/retreat.
Affordable Housing Strategic Plan – Updated every five years to reflect current community needs and
to create an action plan to address housing priorities. Needs identified in the plan will drive City funding
decisions and inform housing-related policy decisions. Scheduled October 6 for Council consideration.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
SeonAh Kendall, a project and policy manager for the City’s Economic Health Office, attended a White
House Forum on Economic Development in Washington, D.C. July 30 as one of only 50 invited
economic development leaders and one of only 2 from Colorado.
Staff continues to work with the developers of the Foothills Mall on public infrastructure, including
construction of the Foothills Activity Center, as the Mall continues to announce new tenants.
The City has begun public engagement efforts to gauge community interest in future use of the historic
Trolley Barn at 330 N. Howes St. The City wants community help to identify uses before issuing a
Request for Proposals. Several entities have approached the City about using the barn.