HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport - Mail Packet - 9/15/2015 - City Manager�S Update - September 10, 2015September 10, 2015
CONTENTS
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 3
September 15 Council Meeting ..............................................................................................................................3
September 15 Work Session...................................................................................................................................3
September 22 Council Work Session ......................................................................................................................3
September 29 Work Session...................................................................................................................................3
October 6 Council Meeting .....................................................................................................................................4
October 6 work Session ..........................................................................................................................................4
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION .................................................................................................. 4
Monthly & Year to Date ..........................................................................................................................................4
CAPITAL PROJECTS ........................................................................................................................... 4
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................4
MULBERRY BRIDGE (SH 14) AT THE POUDRE RIVER ENHANCEMENTS ..................................................................5
WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN.................................................................................................5
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT - LOOMIS/OLIVE ............................................................................6
SHIELDS STREET AND DRAKE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................................6
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD ...................................................................................7
HORSETOOTH AND TIMBERLINE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................7
VINE AND SHIELDS ROUNDABOUT .........................................................................................................................8
REMINGTON GREENWAY .......................................................................................................................................9
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS ....................................................................................................9
LINCOLN (INTERIM) AND LEMAY IMPROVEMENTS / WOODWARD CAMPUS ..................................................... 10
NORTH COLLEGE PEDESTRIAN GAP ..................................................................................................................... 10
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CONIFER TO WILLOX ................................................................................. 11
LINCOLN CORRIDOR Project – 1st Street to Lemay Avenue ................................................................................. 11
CAPITAL PROJECTS - UTILITIES ..................................................................................................... 12
Lincoln and Willow Storm Sewer Outfall ............................................................................................................. 12
DWRF Digester Lid 611 Replacement Project ..................................................................................................... 12
Mountain Avenue Waterline Replacement ......................................................................................................... 13
Mall Project ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
North College Improvement Project ................................................................................................................... 14
Avery Park Neighborhood Conversion ................................................................................................................ 14
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE ................................................................................................................. 15
Police Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Poudre Fire Authority .......................................................................................................................................... 15
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY .............................................................................................. 18
Year to Date Comparisons ................................................................................................................................... 18
Projects of Note-Status and Updates .................................................................................................................. 18
Projects Under Appeal ......................................................................................................................................... 20
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 21
Environmental Services ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Social Sustainability ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Economic Health .................................................................................................................................................. 21
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 3
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 15 COUNCIL MEETING
Seasonal Overflow Shelter (Second Reading – Consent)
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.
Extension of the Planned Development Overlay Zone District (PDOD) Pilot (Second Reading-
consent)
o Extending the pilot of the PDOD for an additional 6 months.
Salud Family Health Centers Rezoning (1830 LaPorte Ave.) (Second Reading-consent)
Marijuana Code Clean-up Ordinance (consent)
o Amending City Code to increase clarity and efficacy of Marijuana regulations
Traffic Code Amendments regarding Bicycling Laws (consent)
SEPTEMBER 15 WORK SESSION
2016 Budget Revisions
o Propose revisions to the 2016 Annual Budget and obtain Council guidance on the
Revision Offers being recommended by the City Manager
SEPTEMBER 22 COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Energy Policy Update
o Present the draft revised Energy Policy, as recommended by the Energy Board and in
alignment with the Climate Action and other City Plans. It is anticipated that the Energy
Policy would then be brought back to Council for adoption by resolution.
Proposed amendment to the Fort Collins-Windsor 392 IGA
o Consider an amendment to the type of uses allowed in the Fort Collins-Windsor 392 IGA
to include auto-dealerships
SEPTEMBER 29 WORK SESSION
Possible Executive Session
o Personnel Matters related to Fraternal Order of Police Collective Bargaining
Changes to Urban Renewal Plan Areas related to the URA Reform Bill.
o Provide an update on staff recommended actions as a result of HB15- 1348 including,
proposed changes to existing plan areas, revisions to internal processes, changes to
other logistics, and initial thoughts on next steps post January 1, 2016 (the effective date
of the new legislation).
Environmental Services Strategic Plan
o Provide City Council with a draft of the Environmental Services Department Strategic
Plan and receive input from Council on the key issues addressed and the direction of the
plan
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.
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OCTOBER 6 COUNCIL MEETING
Annual Budget Adjustment Ordinance (consent-First Reading)
o Appropriation of expenses related to unanticipated revenue, grants and unforeseen
costs that had not previously been budgeted
Affordable Housing Strategic Plan
o Consideration of a resolution adopting the Plan
OCTOBER 6 WORK SESSION
Prioritizing ¼ cent Capital Improvement Projects (BOB 2.0)
o Discuss timing of ¼ cent capital improvement projects (2016-2025) approved by voters
in the April 2015 election.
Addition of Permitted Use Procedures
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%
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 Ops Services repair work to replace a tripping hazard along Maple.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
Work is schedule to begin August 31st to install 100’ of missing sidewalk along Wayne
Street near Woodford.
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 attended September 8th Council Work Session regarding Safe Routes to Everywhere.
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
the Poudre River 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,
concrete staining and stone columns, continue to be
constructed.
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:
The bidding process for the project has begun.
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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:
No current updates
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:
Staff continues to work with two adjacent property owners for additional right of way acquisition.
A counter-offer has been submitted and is currently under review for one, the second has
agreed and has committed to possession in use.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB)
Estimated Project Budget: $5.0m
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.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2016.
Project Updates:
First offers went out this month for right-of-way acquisitions.
Staff is currently value engineering the project and working on increasing the budget (BOB
funds) in response to escalating construction costs.
The project is likely a Two Phase project (Phase One – Roadway work 2016, Phase Two –
Great Western Maintenance and Signal Improvements).
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)
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Additionally, the project will include median and landscape improvements, sidewalk and bicycle
lane improvements and transit infrastructure.
Project Updates:
The intersection is fully open to through traffic. Lane drops are still being used to complete work
along both Horsetooth and Timberline Road, with final roadway work scheduled to be complete
in early October.
All concrete paving work is complete. Crews are focusing on median curb along Timberline and
then will have final asphalt paving remaining, tentatively scheduled for mid to late Sept.
Landscaping and streetscaping will begin in early September and will continue through mid-
November.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/horsetooth-timberline.php
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
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
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 City’s contractor will begin work in September near the CSU flower gardens, constructing a
rain garden.
The City’s contractor will begin work in September constructing pedestrian improvements at
various locations throughout the corridor.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/advanceplanning/remingtongreenway.php
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 completed two design projects within the
Downtown River District: 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.
The focus of the project has now shifted to developing final
engineering plans along Jefferson Street as well as
coordinating planned improvements adjacent to active
developments along Willow Street.
Project Updates:
Construction will begin September 2015.
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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 80% completion. The goal is for substantial completion by
September 11th. Remaining work will continue during the following weeks.
Milestone improvements were achieved in completing the installation of utility stubs to the future
commercial property. The new center median has completed all curb, gutter and paving taking
some burden off local traffic movements.
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:
No current updates
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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.
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:
In final stages of awarding engineering design to Interwest Consulting Group; design kickoff
meeting set for September 1, 2015.
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CAPITAL PROJECTS - UTILITIES
LINCOLN AND WILLOW STORM SEWER OUTFALL
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $2,900,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Preliminary design underway
Cultural surveys underway
Railroad/Natural Areas/resident coordination
Fort Collins’ oldest tree is near the outfall at Lincoln and Willow.
Sewer alignment will be routed around this tree.
Project Updates:
Railroad crossing permit
Corps of Engineers permit-nationwide
Finalize design
DWRF DIGESTER LID 611 REPLACEMENT PROJECT
Funding Source: Sewer
Estimated Project Budget: $1,128,442
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Completed guiderail installation
Finished interior coating
Poured concrete ballast ring
Project Updates:
Pressure and leak testing
Instrumentation commissioning
Startup and final commissioning
Fort Collins Oldest Tree
Concrete Ballast Ring
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
MOUNTAIN AVENUE WATERLINE REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $1,353,000
Status: Under Budget, Completed
Project Details:
Water main replacement from Grant to Shields
Replacement of 80 year old cast iron water mains with new PVC
Installation of new fire hydrants
Project Updates:
Construction is completed ahead of schedule
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:
Replaced all existing cable on site
99% of all electric conduit installation is complete
Installation of one transformer remains
Pulling cable to the remaining pad
Pipe Bursting on Mountain Avenue
Form Set to Grade
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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:
Installing conduit on east side of College for upgraded
street lighting
Installation of street bases complete
West side street light bases complete
AVERY PARK NEIGHBORHOOD CONVERSION
Funding Source: System Improvement & Additions
Estimated Phase 1 Project Budget: $190,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
354 Avery Park Neighborhood Lot Conversion
Partial Phase 1: move electric from the rear lot to front (34 lots)
Design,
Contractor, City and owners boring coordination
Street light upgrade
Project Updates:
Sage boring work is underway
Project coordination is underway
Street Lighting Installation
Vicinity Map
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PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
POLICE SERVICES
Neighborhood Night Out
Police Services participated in the National Night Out event on August 4th. Members of the NET Team,
on duty officers and Command Staff flooded the events and had a great night out visiting with the
neighborhoods and those who attended. This was a very successful and fun filled evening.
Bank robbery committed and solved
On August 14, 2015, the Key Bank at 300 W. Oak was robbed and the suspect was able to leave the
area. Detectives were able to quickly develop a known suspect in the robbery and through follow up
investigation the suspect was arrested in Idaho.
Police Investigate Burglaries to Churches
Police Services is investigating several burglaries to churches that are believed to be connected. The
latest burglary was to the LDS Temple being constructed on S. Timberline Rd. The damage to that
building is estimated to exceed $100,000. That investigation continues.
Community Welcome
Colorado State University is back in session and the students are welcomed back. Police Services in
conjunction with members of the CSU community flooded the area neighborhoods as part of the annual
Community Welcome event. This effort reaches thousands of students and residents who live in
neighborhoods adjacent to the University Campus.
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 25 telephone calls that ranged from working with
Enzio’s Restaurant on a chronic false alarm problem to setting up a training session with the Matthews
House staff on Dealing with Difficult People. Presentations were done for several neighborhoods who
wished to learn about the Neighborhood Watch concept and of course this was the month for the
Neighborhood Night Out event in which the City had over 100 neighborhoods registered (officers were
able to get to just about every location this year!).
Here’s the breakdown on activities in August:
National Night Out
RESTORE, 35 attended
CPTED for new Bohemian Foundation properties under construction, 1 attended
Neighborhood Watch Waterleaf, 35 attended
Neighborhood Watch Pheasant Ridge, 21 attended
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Notable Incidents/Items/Events:
PFA Accredited Agency – Poudre Fire Authority earned the status of “Internationally Accredited
Agency” on August 27, 2015 by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). After
almost two years of diligence and dedication to achieve this success, PFA’s customers now have
independent, third-party proof of PFA’s commitment to provide the highest quality services to the
community. PFA is now one of less than 250 fire departments to achieve this benchmark.
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“This is a proud moment for the PFA and the community we serve as we strive to be an evidence-
based, outcome oriented fire-rescue agency,” said Fire Chief Tom DeMint.
Benefits attained through the process prior to accreditation status:
Total response time reduction
Improved system coverage
Minimum certification standards
Emergency Medical Services contract
Strategic plan
The accreditation process is a comprehensive self-assessment that questions 253 operational practices
within 10 performance categories. Peer reviewers then compare these areas to best practices
throughout the industry. The entire process allows a fire department to better determine community
risks and safety needs, evaluates their performance and institutes a method for continuous
organizational improvement.
The process also provides for the development of planning documents, including short-term action and
long-term strategic plans; important tools in the budgeting process and a basis for justifying
departmental programs and services.
Additional information is available on the Poudre Fire Authority website http://www.poudre-fire.org/,
contained in reports, titled Accreditation Report and the Risk Assessment and Standards of Cover.
Commercial Structure Fire- On August 6th two Fort Collins Police Services officers, Justin Gallimore
and Matt Hahn, worked with off-duty PFA firefighter Jason Gallimore to help save a restaurant from
severe damage. The three were having lunch at the Chili House in south Fort Collins when they were
alerted to a fire in the kitchen. They immediately took action by notifying dispatchers, evacuating the
business and attempting to extinguish the fire located on and above a stove. Using two fire
extinguishers they were able to slow the fire but not fully extinguish it. Shortly after, when fire
companies arrived, fire was shooting above the roof. Firefighters were able to get a quick knockdown
thereby containing damage to the kitchen hood vent system.
Fire and heat damage was mostly contained to the hood and duct area above the stove and the
surrounding roof area. Smoke damage also occurred throughout the kitchen.
Assisting agencies; City of Fort Collins Light & Power, Police Services, Fort Collins 911; PVH/UC
Health Emergency Services.
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Crews Deployed to California Wildfires- A wildland fire engine and crew of four were sent to
California to assist with the devastating fire season that multiple states have been experiencing. PFA’s
first crew was assigned for two weeks. Subsequently, a second crew was deployed for another two
weeks. Multiple front-range fire departments have committed resources to western states in July and
August.
Firehouse Subs Donation- PFA received a new Bullex Fire Extinguisher training system in a
presentation from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Prior to the new Bullex system, fire
extinguisher training was performed using live fire and real extinguishers. That method releases
hydrocarbons and dry chemical powder into the environment. The new system is environmentally
friendly and safer, since no live-fire is used; realistic computer-generated flames can be used any time
of the year, even indoors. Additionally, it helps meet OSHA safety training requirements.
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New Firefighters Welcomed- Five firefighter candidates were welcomed at the PFA Training Center
on August 19th. They will be part of a larger academy, 24 total, working their way through the Front
Range Fire Consortium academy for the next few months. PFA’s five recruits will have 19 weeks of
training prior to graduation in December 2015.
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS
2014 YTD 2015 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals
Received
247 244 -1%
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 157 144 -8 %
Building Permits Issued 6,810 6,315 -7 %
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $384.78 $336.60 -13%
Building Inspections Performed 24,045 22,388 -7 %
Plan Reviews Performed 1,716 1,638 -5 %
Overall development review revenues are $624,058 over projection for 2015 as of August
31st, with General Fund revenues $552,020 over projection and Engineering Development
Review revenues over projection by $72,037.
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 September.
Downtown Plan A workshop focused on the various downtown
“character districts” will be held on Sept. 15. David
Sucher, author of City Comforts, will be visiting Fort
Collins to present about the downtown area on Sept.
24. Recent updates can be found at
http://fcgov.com/downtown.
Downtown Hotel The Project Development Plan proposes a 164 room
hotel. P&Z Hearing is scheduled for September 10th.
Downtown Hotel Parking Garage The parking garage portion of the hotel project has
been separated and will be heard by the Planning and
Zoning Board on October 8, 2015.
- Approx. 319 parking spaces
- 1/3 hotel & 2/3 public
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
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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. Increase in
number of tenant finish permits being issued
throughout the site
Landmark Residences on
Mountain Avenue
Approved and awaiting final plans from developer
(anticipated soon).
Lincoln Corridor Plan –
Neighborhood Project
Implementation
Of the ten funded neighborhood projects, three are
complete and four are currently in design. Call for Art
was conducted in August for art pavers to be installed
in new sidewalks. Staff is working with Neighborhood
Advisory Committee in support of project
implementation.
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 Draft 10-minute walk and wildlife connectivity analyses
have been completed and staff is reviewing the data
(tentative September completion); citizen science bird
and butterfly data collection occurred this summer in
partnership with CSU; NIC is working on collaboration
for several strategic plans and grant initiatives. A
contractual staff position to implement Nature in the
City is included in the Annual Appropriations for 2016.
Neighborhood Districts Confirmed project scope for engagement study and
entered into an agreement with CSU’s Center for
Public Deliberation to work as sub-consultants. Work
is underway to secure a primary consultant; conducted
additional case study research of communities that
have best-practice models for citizen empowerment
and engagement; began collaboration efforts with the
City’s Civic Engagement Liaison to develop innovative
outreach strategies for the engagement study;
Neighborhood Advisory Group has been partially
identified; additional recruitment is occurring to ensure
inclusion and diversity; 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; 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
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ordinance revisions were approved on consent at the
August 18th City Council meeting – 2nd occurred
September 1st ; education and outreach campaigns for
first phase continue: sign installs are underway,
promotional ads are being distributed via City busses,
website updates, and CityNews/Fort Shorts articles,
informational materials are distributed, press release
done; media interviews provided.
Social Host Work on messaging and informational materials is
underway; surveys of peer cities is occurring to
determine whether social host ordinances have been
adopted or whether other ordinances are in place to
address similar issues; outreach to various
stakeholders including ASCSU, Northern Colorado
Rental Housing Association, Fort Collins Chamber of
Commerce, FRCC, PSD is occurring to determine their
preferred method of involvement; 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) is underway, with an online vision
survey completed in August and additional focused
outreach to CSU and other stakeholders through
September.
Woodward Campus Construction is moving along smoothly; final
inspections are also continuing as planned. Coy-
Hoffman silos have been declared dangerous
structures requiring that stabilizing and shoring to take
place. No “order to demolish” has been given, silos not
declared “imminent danger”
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 was heard before City Council on Aug. 18,
2015. City Council upheld the approval with conditions.
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SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
The City of Fort Collins received the David R. Keller Prize for Innovation in Sustainability for adopting
updated, ambitious community greenhouse gas goals in March 2015. The $5,000 cash award will be
used to support the work being done by A-Train Marketing Communications Inc. to develop messaging
to inspire community action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Community Recycling Ordinance - Options for an updated ordinance are in development and public
outreach has been taking place. Citizens can learn more and take an on-line survey at
http://www.fcgov.com/recycling/update.php
The Environmental Services Department is developing a draft Strategic Plan to guide future program,
policy and funding decisions. To read the draft plan and provide comments, please see
http://www.fcgov.com/environmentalservices/
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Homelessness – The City is working closely with Homeward 2020 and other community partners to
balance homelessness issues in our community. At the August 25 Council work session, Council gave
direction to implement a Street Outreach Program in the downtown area.
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.
Land Bank Program – At the September 8 City Council work session, staff reviewed the Land Bank
Program and sought Council direction regarding whether to activate any of the sites for affordable
housing developments.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Staff continues to work with the South Fort Collins Business Association on evaluating the feasibility of
a Business Improvement District (BID) for the Midtown area. The BID would provide programming
support and communal marketing for the retailers and businesses in the district. In addition, it may
participate in street beautification investments.
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.
Staff is working collaboratively with the developers of the proposed hotel at Chestnut and Walnut
streets to evaluate the feasibility of constructing a parking structure. This structure would hold over 300
parking spaces, 200 of which would be available and operated as public parking. Conversations
continue with an anticipated November 17, 2015 City Council session to consider a potential
partnership.
Presentations made to the Parks and Recreation
Board, the Employee Committee, and Leadership Link;