HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport - Mail Packet - 1/19/2016 - City Manager�S Monthly Update - January 14, 2016January 14, 2016
CONTENTS
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 3
January 19 Council Meeting ...................................................................................................................................3
January 26 Work Session ........................................................................................................................................3
February 1 (Monday) Joint Meeting with Windsor Town Board ............................................................................3
February 2 Council Meeting ...................................................................................................................................3
February 9 Work Session ........................................................................................................................................3
February 16 Council Meeting .................................................................................................................................4
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION .................................................................................................. 4
Monthly & Year to Date ..........................................................................................................................................4
NATURAL AREAS QUARTERLY REPORT ......................................................................................... 5
CAPITAL PROJECTS ........................................................................................................................... 6
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................6
MULBERRY BRIDGE (SH 14) AT THE POUDRE RIVER ENHANCEMENTS ..................................................................6
WEST MULBERRY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN.................................................................................................7
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT - LOOMIS/OLIVE ............................................................................7
SHIELDS STREET AND DRAKE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................................8
TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS – PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD ...................................................................................8
HORSETOOTH AND TIMBERLINE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................9
VINE AND SHIELDS ROUNDABOUT .........................................................................................................................9
REMINGTON GREENWAY .................................................................................................................................... 10
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
COLLEGE AND PROSPECT INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................ 12
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................................................... 13
LINCOLN CORRIDOR Project – POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1st Street .................................................................. 13
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES .................................................................................................... 14
BOXELDER CREEK OUTFALL ................................................................................................................................. 14
MICHIGAN DITCH TUNNEL ................................................................................................................................... 14
LINCOLN AND WILLOW STORM SEWER OUTFALL ............................................................................................... 15
APPLEWOOD REBUILD – SHIELDS/NORTH FOSSIL CREEK .................................................................................... 15
SW ANNEXATION: TRILBY/SHIELDS TO TAFT ....................................................................................................... 15
DRAKE TO LAKE STREET DUCT BANK ................................................................................................................... 16
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE ................................................................................................................. 16
Police Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Poudre Fire Authority .......................................................................................................................................... 17
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY .............................................................................................. 18
Year to Date Comparisons ................................................................................................................................... 18
Projects of Note-Status and Updates .................................................................................................................. 19
Projects Under Appeal ......................................................................................................................................... 22
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 23
Environmental Services ....................................................................................................................................... 23
Social Sustainability ............................................................................................................................................. 23
Economic Health .................................................................................................................................................. 23
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 3
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
JANUARY 19 COUNCIL MEETING
Appeal of the Structural Evaluation of the Coy-Hoffman Silos
o Consideration of an appeal of the Building Review Board decision regarding the Coy-
Hoffman Silos.
Amending the Fort Collins District Precinct Map
Amending City Code Regarding Landmark Preservation
o Making improvements to the landmark designation hearing processes
JANUARY 26 WORK SESSION
Community Recycling Ordinance
o The Community Recycling Ordinance is a project to update the existing Pay-As-You-Throw
ordinance as it applies to single family homes, as well as extend the trash & recycling
bundling of the ordinance to the commercial and multi-family sector, and begin compost
collection from single family homes and grocers and large restaurants. At this Work Session,
Council will provide additional feedback regarding the price difference between sizes of
trash cans for single-family residential customers, preferred options for yard trimmings and
perhaps food scraps from single-family residential customers, and preferred timing for
phased-in implementation of the components of the Community Recycling Ordinance.
Innovation Community
o Present City Council with the results of the Innovation Ecosystem Asset Mapping efforts.
Staff will update Council on City initiatives in this area, identify potential gaps and
opportunities for strategic investment, and solicit feedback and direction moving forward.
Citizen Survey
o Review the feedback received from the 2015 Citizen Survey
FEBRUARY 1 (MONDAY) JOINT MEETING WITH WINDSOR TOWN BOARD
Provide an update to Elected Officials regarding the public engagement and joint planning analysis
regarding proposed design standards and/or IGA Amendments related to the CAC
FEBRUARY 2 COUNCIL MEETING
Maverik First Annexation (First Reading – consent)
o Annexing and zoning property located at 4333 E Mulberry Street
Construction Defects Ordinance
o Discussion of construction defect laws and the various issues surrounding construction
defects in Colorado, as well as options for the City of Fort Collins with regards to the
Construction Defects legislation
Michigan Ditch Tunnel Appropriation
o Appropriate funding for the tunnel that needs to be built in 2016 to restore the Michigan
Ditch to full functionality in 2017.
FEBRUARY 9 WORK SESSION
Neighborhood Livability: Rental Licensing Program
o Discussion about the merits of a rental licensing program, including peer city examples,
program options (including fee vs. occupancy tax), cost impacts, resourcing needs, to
enhance neighborhood livability
Regulation of Special Events
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o Review the new Special Event Coordination Role and work program, and discuss possible
policy/code changes related to downtown event type, number, location, etc.
Dust Prevention and Control Code Amendments and Dust Control Manual
o Review the components of the Dust Prevention and Control Code Amendments and
Guidance Manual, to review implications of the efforts including impacts of adoption from a
dust prevention and cost perspective, and to receive direction from Council on
implementation
FEBRUARY 16 COUNCIL MEETING
Capstone Cottages Appeal
o Consideration of an appeal of the Administrative Hearing Officer Decision regarding the
Capstone Cottages PDP, located northeast of Lincoln Avenue and Lemay Avenue
Maverik First Annexation (Second Reading – consent)
o Annexing and zoning property located at 4333 E Mulberry Street
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
NOVEMBER SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Sales Tax Collected: 4.9% 4.7%
Use Tax Collected Excluding Rebates: 5.1% 8.4%
Sales and Use Tax Collected Excluding Rebates: 5.0% 5.5%
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
NATURAL AREAS QUARTERLY REPORT
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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: Working on project design for installation of
sidewalk at Overland and Prospect while collaborating with Transfort on
upgrading bus stop.
o Current projects: Completed installation of ramps at Silver Oaks for Safe Routes
to Schools. Completed installation of sidewalk for pedestrian crossing for
Northside Neighborhood at Lemay and San Cristo. Completed installation of 120’
of non-ADA compliant sidewalk and install two accessible ramps at Mason and
Myrtle.
o Staff is continuing to collaborate with CSU staff regarding final layout for the NRRC
connection between Centre Avenue and MAX Spring Creek Station.
Staff has revised the prioritization model based on feedback received from Council Work
Session, discussions with boards and commissions, and an online survey.
Staff is developing a work plan for 2016.
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)
replaced the Mulberry Bridge (State Highway 14) over the
Poudre River. This project reached final completion in
early December 2015.
Phase II of the project will install landscaping and urban
design improvements along Mulberry Road between Lemay
Avenue and the railroad tracks just east of Riverside
Avenue.
Project Updates:
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No updates at this time
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:
Phase 1 is currently in progress. During this phase, the road
is closed to west bound traffic.
Phase 2 of the project will begin in February 2016. During this phase, both east and west bound
traffic will have one travel lane each on the north side of the road.
The bridge is expected to be completed by May 2016.
ARTHUR DITCH BOX SECTION REPLACEMENT - LOOMIS/OLIVE
Funding Source: KFCG/Operation Services, Facilities
Estimated Project Budget: $900,000
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:
The major phone line relocation was completed in
December 2015, allowing greater ease of removing /
replacing Arthur Ditch irrigation culvert.
Project bids have been opened with the apparent low
bid to Connell Resources, Inc. Pre-Construction
meetings were held in December with an early January
2016 construction start up.
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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.
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 been forwarded to CDOT for Final Office Review. That meeting will
take place in January 2016 due to holiday schedule availability.
All rights of way acquisitions/transactions have been completed. Request of rights of
way clearance approval were sent to CDOT for approval in December 2015.
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.
The project is likely a Two Phase project (Phase One – Roadway work 2016, Phase Two –
Great Western Maintenance and Signal Improvements).
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
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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:
Landscape work is substantially complete with urban design elements installed. The
contract time count for final completion has been suspended for winter shutdown.
Final completion will be done in spring of 2016, with minor restoration work on PRPA
property delayed until next spring due to weather.
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:
Landscaping will be postponed until the spring of 2016 due to weather.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/vsi.php
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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:
Construction is substantially complete, with final punch list items scheduled for January
2016.
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.
Project Updates:
Staff conducted a kick-off meeting for the Willow
Street Plaza Project. Staff is exploring project schedule options which best utilize
existing funding yet meet the greater good of the corridor.
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:
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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 final completion during the month of November. Project landscape
and final travel/bike lane configurations are in place.
Project will be closed out during the month of December 2015. This will be the last
monthly update for this project.
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:
Staff has initiated the design phase of the project. Staff is working to develop
alternatives which accomplish the project’s design goals.
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:
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Project has been suspended due to winter weather.
Project is 95% complete. Roadway, sidewalks, medians and utilities are installed.
Landscaping to be installed in Spring of 2016.
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:
The 30% design submittal has been submitted; currently in review.
Eminent Domain request though City Council has begun.
The RFP for the construction contractor was released in December.
COLLEGE AND PROSPECT INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Mid-Budget Approval of 2016 Capital Projects Fund
Estimated Project Budget: $2.7 M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
The Colorado State University (CSU) Medical Center
project at the northwest corner of this intersection,
presented an opportunity for the City to address other
existing deficiencies which were identified in the 2011
Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study.
The goals of the project are to address safety,
operational, and congestion issues primarily focused
on Prospect Road by:
o Adding turn lane capacity to existing turn
lanes
o Constructing new turn lanes and medians
on Prospect Road
o Improving bicycle and pedestrian facilities
The City and Colorado State will work collaboratively on the intersection improvements, with
each entity funding their own design and construction obligations.
Project Updates:
Working on the Consultant selection process
Existing topographic survey of the intersection and property owner information
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Developing the content for the project website
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG)
Estimated Project Budget: $1.0 M
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
The existing Vine and Lemay intersection, which
includes the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF)
Railway crossing, is severely congested with limited
options to expand through or turn lane capacity due
to land use constraints.
Lemay Avenue realignment and intersection
improvements have been prioritized as the City’s #1
Transportation Capital Improvement Project
The realignment has been on the City’s
Master Street Plan since the mid-1980’s
The project area is included within the City’s
Mountain Vista Subarea Plan which was created as a long-term planning vision for the
northeast section of Fort Collins
The improvements will construct a new roadway and intersection slightly northeast of the
existing Vine and Lemay intersection. The new intersection will be realigned Lemay and
Suniga Drive.
The City is investigating a number of interim and ultimate solutions that include new at-grade
intersections or overpass/underpass of the BNSF Railway and existing Vine Drive
Project Updates:
Staff held kickoff meeting with AECOM to discuss schedule and priorities moving
forward.
Staff is currently working on right-of-way acquisitions and an alternatives analysis
report, as well as moving towards a 30% design. Coordinating schedules with
Stormwater work in the area for excavation of the NECCO backbone, and detention pond
to use the fill material for realigned Lemay.
AECOM and City staff are developing a communication and public outreach plan as
preparation for collecting public feedback related to alternative crossings of the BNSF
Railway.
Public outreach is planned to begin in January/February of next year with a final decision
on the preferred crossing of BNSF by summer of 2016.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay.php
LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT – POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1ST STREET
Funding Source: BOB 2.0
Estimated Project Budget: $5.4m
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes replacement of the Poudre River
bridge and road between the bridge and 1st Street.
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Project intent is to add to the ongoing Lincoln Corridor project creating a street with a
unique identity, improving the mobility, safety, and experience for bicyclists,
pedestrians, transit users, and vehicles, to include an enhanced bridge that will meet the
intent of the overall project.
Project Updates:
The consultant completed a 10% conceptual design that included 4 bridge options in Dec
2015.
Currently the consultant is working toward 3 options to present at a 20% conceptual
design level. One of these 3 options will be chosen to proceed to 100% design.
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES
BOXELDER CREEK OUTFALL
Funding Source: Fort Collins and Timnath Escrow Fund
Estimated Project Budget: $4,117,000
Status: On Schedule
Project Details:
6 – 12’ wide x 4’ high RCBC under East Prospect
2 – 14’ wide x 5’ high RCBC on Boxelder Creek under
East Prospect
New siphon to replace existing flume on Lake Canal at
Boxelder Creek
Upcoming Work:
Under construction of Siphon on Lake Canal and grading in front of I-25 culverts
Replacement of bridge on Boxelder Creek on East Prospect Road
MICHIGAN DITCH TUNNEL
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $9,210,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Selection of tunneling equipment complete
Complete cost estimate being done
Upcoming Work:
Final design complete by end of January 2016
Construction scheduled to begin approximately June 1,
weather permitting
Dredging Boxelder Creek
Tunnel Boring Machine Cutting
Head…similar to proposed unit
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LINCOLN AND WILLOW STORM SEWER OUTFALL
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $2,600,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Finishing final design
Received 404 permit
Get no rise certification permit
Upcoming Work:
Project reconciliation
Begin construction, end of January
Public relations coordination
APPLEWOOD REBUILD – SHIELDS/NORTH FOSSIL CREEK
Funding Source: System Improvement & Additions
Estimated Project Budget: $310,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Boring, pot holing, new conduit and cable installation
Remove overhead power lines
Install new transformers and secondary boxes
Energizing
Project Updates:
SAGE Boring and pot holing coordination ongoing and will
continue into the spring.
SW ANNEXATION: TRILBY/SHIELDS TO TAFT
Funding Source: System Improvement & Additions
Estimated Project Budget: $1,100,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
Design, pot holing, locates, and contract boring
Install secondary vaults and primary boxes
Conduit installation, and cable pulling
Overhead power line conversion
Boring Underway
Location of Storm Sewer
Outfall into the Poudre
River
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Electric termination, and reenergizing
Project Updates:
Design is complete
Construction permits are underway
DRAKE TO LAKE STREET DUCT BANK
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $600,000
Status: On Budget, On Schedule
Project Details:
1.2 miles of duct bank
Design, easements, and project coordination
Locates and pot holing, excavation, and construction
Duct bank, vault and conduit installation, and cable pulling
Electric termination, and reenergizing
Project Updates:
Project coordination continues with multiple teams to complete
easements
Proposed route is underway and under review by contracted surveyor
Development of legal description is underway
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
POLICE SERVICES
Police Investigate Vandalism to New Home Construction Sites
Fort Collins Police, in cooperation with Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Timnath Police, and
Loveland Police, are investigating numerous incidents of vandalism to new homes under
construction within the area. At least 18 homes have sustained significant damage with
estimates upwards of $200,000.
Woman Arrested After Standoff in Kmart Parking Lot
Police responded to a hit-and-run call in a business parking lot, and upon approaching the
suspect’s vehicle, found the driver (Pauline Amaniera) holding a gun to her own head. After
Amaniera refused to cooperate with negotiators for several hours, SWAT officers launched a
chemical agent through her back window, at which point she surrendered and was taken
into custody safely.
Shop with a Cop, Cops Fighting Cancer, and Santa Cops Events
Spread Holiday Cheer
Officers participated in several events that benefited families facing
financial and health challenges. During Shop with a Cop, officers
helped children select gifts for family members at Target (paid for
with generous community donations). With the help of St. Nick and
several teams of horses, Santa Cops delivered donated gifts to
homes around Larimer County on December 19. Several Fort
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Collins officers joined Cops Fighting Cancer to bring toys and holiday cheer to patients at
Children’s Hospital in Denver.
Police Receive Numerous Reports of Phone Scam
Citizens have reported receiving calls from suspects claiming to be from law enforcement
agencies. Suspects stated that the citizens had arrest warrants and needed to make a
purchase or payment over the phone. Law enforcement officials will never call to demand
money or financial transactions. Police urge anyone who receives a call like this to hang up
and report it to the Federal Trade Commission.
Crime Prevention
Personal Safety Gateway Employees, 8 attended
Neighborhood Watch, Indian Hills, 15 attended
Senior Safety at this Senior Center Auditorium, 18 attended
Difficult People at Old Library, 28 attended
Robbery Prevention at Tech Credit Union, 18 attended
RESTORE, 50 attended
Synagogue Security, 5 attended
Presentations to 142 People, 23 incoming calls
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Notable Incidents/Items/Events:
Fire Station 8– In response to the growing community and emergency incidents in Timnath and
surrounding area, Poudre Fire Authority opened a staffed fire station at 8:00 a.m. on Monday,
December 28, 2015. The engine company, staffed with three firefighters, will be operated out of the
current Station 8 located at 4101 Main Street in Timnath. The first crew of three that started at
Station 8 on the 28th is very familiar with the area as they were raised and still reside within
Timnath.
Up till now the community utilized volunteer firefighters. “The Town of Timnath has been served
well with our volunteers and we are very thankful for their service; however the demand for
emergency response has outpaced our capacity,” said Fire Chief Tom DeMint. Additionally Chief
DeMint stated, “This will help enable us to meet our Board adopted Standards of Cover for
response times.” This accreditation document can be viewed at
http://www.poudre-fire.org/home/showdocument?id=2983.
The location of current Fire Station 8 will only be temporary as the Authority waits for the spring of
2016 to break ground on the new station. The existing station was upgraded and a modular home
installed to accommodate a full-time crew. The new station will be located in the Riverbend Urban
Village near the southeast corner of East Harmony Road and Larimer County Road 5. Construction
should last 9-12 months.
Vintage Fire Engine Up and Running- On Monday December 7, 2015 members of the Fort Collins
Fire Museum Foundation Board picked up one of Fort Collins’ historic fire engines from Houska
Automotive. The engine, a 1940 USA 750 gpm pumper, was built by the United States Army at Fort
Holabird, MD in December 1940. During World War II it served at Prisoner of War Camp 202, west
of Greeley. It was purchased at a military surplus auction by the City of Fort Collins in 1947. Once
it came to Fort Collins, it served as both a front line and reserve engine. It was present at many
historic fires including the State Dry Goods fire, which claimed the life of Chief Clifford Carpenter,
and the Old Main fire. In 1976 the engine was considered surplus property and was sold in a
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sealed bid auction. The successful bidder was Bill Swets of Timnath, and for many years the
engine was displayed at the Swetsville Zoo.
In July of 2015, Swets auctioned many of the items he had acquired over the years including the
fire engine. Poudre Fire Authority Chief Tom DeMint took action to save this piece of Fort Collins
history and was the successful bidder. The cost of purchasing the engine was covered by Fire
Museum funds and private donations. Houska Automotive heard about the purchase and
volunteered to get the engine running again. Chief DeMint recognized Houska employees who had
a part in getting the engine running. The engine was moved to a storage facility where other
vintage Fort Collins fire engines are stored.
The engine is owned by the Fort Collins Fire Museum Foundation. The Foundation is a 501(c) 3
non-profit organization. Donations to further the preservation of fire history in Fort Collins are
greatly appreciated and can be mailed to P.O. Box 272547, Fort Collins, CO 80527.
Recruit Firefighters Graduate- Five new PFA firefighters graduated from the Front Range Fire
Academy on December 12th 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.
Salvation Army Angel Tree Christmas Program- The Angel Tree program supported and
administered (for in-house employees) by Poudre Firefighters Local 1934, allowed PFA employees
to buy for 134 children this year. The nationwide program involves the community in a direct way
allowing them to become personally involved by sharing with those less fortunate within our
community. The program provides gifts of new clothing and toys to thousands of children who
otherwise might not have anything for Christmas.
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.
BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS
2014 YTD 2015 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Rec’d 295 314 342 376 16 +20%
Conceptual/Staff Reviews Performed 210 230 211 243 + .5 6 %
Building Permits Issued 11,816
12,761
8,195 8,802 -31 %
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $ 637.0 663.6 $ 516.8 537.4 - 1719 %
Building Inspections Performed 35,19438,387 30,76933,237 - 13 %
Plan Reviews Performed 2,253 2,417 2,107 2,246 -8 7 %
Overall development review revenues are $ 670,751 833,090 over projection for 2015 as of
November 30thDecember 31st, with General Fund revenues $ 569,773 625,781 over
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projection and Engineering Development Review revenues over projection by $ 100,978
207,309.
PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES
Development/Planning
Projects of Note Status/Updates
Capstone Cottages The Capstone Cottages Final Development Plan is currently
under review by staff. A Notice of Appeal was filed with the
City Clerk on December 31, 2015.
CSU Parking Lot at
Research Boulevard
Approved and under construction.
CSU Medical Center
Project was submitted and subsequently approved by the
P&Z Board on October 8th.
Downtown Plan The Plan Update is in Phase 3 (Choices and Strategies)
and the summary of the Phase 2 (Visioning) has been
completed. A summary of the Phase 2 (Visioning) and
recent updates are available online at
http://fcgov.com/downtown. The next public events for the
Downtown Plan are:
- Options Open House – January 25, 6 p.m. at Rio
Agave Room
- Choices Workshop #1 – February 25
- Choices Workshop #2 – March 2
The next City Boards and Commission meetings for the
Downtown Plan are:
- Superboard Meeting – February 18
- City Council Work Session – March 10
Downtown Hotel The Project Development Plan proposes a 164-room hotel
in the Old Town area. The P&Z Board approved this project
at their September 10th hearing. Final Mylar plans are being
printed.
Downtown Hotel Parking
Garage
The parking garage portion of the hotel project was
separated and approved by the Planning and Zoning Board
on October 8, 2015.
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. Inspection
workloads on-site are increasing but still manageable with
staff resources. Major Amendment moving forward for the
residential portion. Phase 1 construction of the mall was
completed in time for Black Friday, including the new movie
theater and several restaurants and shops. Phase 2 (old
Sears location and new Sports Authority) core and shell is
almost complete. The Planning and Zoning Board
approved the project development plan for the Foothills Mall
Apartments at their December 17th hearing.
I-25/392 Corridor Activity
Center (CAC) Overlay use
and design standards
City staff has been working collaboratively with the Town of
Windsor staff to evaluate possible amendments to the CAC
Overlay use and design standards and/or IGA
Amendments. A public open house has been scheduled for
January 21, followed by a joint City Council/Town Board
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meeting on February 1st.
Landmark Residences on
Mountain Avenue
Approved and awaiting final plans from developer
(anticipated soon).
2015 Land Use Code
Amendments
A combination of revisions, clarifications and additions to
the Land Use Code were approved at First Reading by City
Council at its December 1st hearing. The most substantive
amendments clarify and formally explain the Basic
Development Review (BDR) process and establish a new
Minor Subdivision process.
Lemay Avenue Craft Brewery
and Self-Storage
The Planning and Zoning Board approved this mixed use
project that includes a craft brewery and self-storage facility
at the SW corner of Lemay Ave. and Buckingham Street
during its November 12 hearing.
Lincoln Corridor Plan –
Neighborhood Project
Implementation
Of the ten funded neighborhood projects, three are
complete and three are anticipated to be implemented this
month (with some minor delays due to weather). Staff held a
meeting about project implementation with the
Neighborhood Advisory Committee on December 9th; the
next committee meeting is tentatively scheduled for March,
2016.
Mobile Food Vendor Mobility
Options
Staff is continuing to assess mobile food truck vendor
operations changes. Staff will conduct additional public
outreach that will consider how mobile food truck vending
may be regulated through the City’s land use regulation
framework in January and bring forward an agenda item for
the Planning and Zoning Board in February.
Mountain Vista Subarea
Analysis
As a second phase of the project, staff conducted 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. The
charrette was held November 2nd and 3rd. An Open House
was also held on November 9th. A City Council Work
Session is anticipated in late Spring 2016 summarizing final
recommendations from the second phase.
Neighborhood Districts Community engagement efforts have continued.
Meetings of note included the Neighborhood Advisory
Committee (NAC) on December 9th. Items of interest
from NAC:
Encouraged City staff to move forward to develop a
neighborhood engagement program
o Flexible program format based on neighborhood
needs
o Increased opportunities for funding
o Additional programming for neighbors to come
together for positive reasons
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o How will membership be defined?
o How will this program work with neighborhood
planning?
o Can there be an online toolbox for meetings and
outreach?
o How will boundaries be defined?
o How do HOAs fit in?
Upcoming meetings:
o Public focus groups scheduled for February 4th
and February 6th
o Council work session scheduled for April 12,
2016
o Neighborhood Advisory Group - December 8,
2015. Public focus groups are anticipated in
January/February, 2016.
Continue to work with technology staff to explore 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.
Continue to work on identifying program incentives and
best practices.
Old Town Neighborhood
Plan and Design Guidelines
Phase 3 (Framework Development) is now underway.
Neighborhood stakeholders are invited to take part in an
online questionnaire and provide feedback on land-use and
transportation options. The questionnaire and additional
project information may be found on the project webpage at
http://fcgov.com/otnp.
Additional outreach opportunities will be taking this spring,
including a City Council Work Session on March 10th.
Smoking Ordinance
Expansion Options
All restrictions are now effective
New signage is being created and installed within the
Downtown Smoke-Free Zone
Education is current focus of enforcement
Social Host Multiple options are being developed for consideration
Working on messaging and informational materials
Review of peer cities to determine whether social host
ordinances have been adopted or whether other
ordinances are in place to address similar issues is
complete.
Upcoming meetings:
o Public meetings – January/February
o Boards & Commissions meeting – February 18,
2016
o Front Range Community College Student
Council – January, 2016
o Colorado State University Student Council –
January, 2016
o City Council – April 5, 2016 (1st Reading)
The Slab This project development plan for a 3-story, 62 residential
unit building at 808 W. Prospect Road was approved by the
Planning and Zoning on November 12, 2015.
Uncommon (310 S. College) The Project Development Plan proposes a 6-story 127,800
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square-foot, mixed-use building on the former Perkins lot:
119 120 dwelling units; 250 248 bedrooms
11,000 8,900 square-feet of commercial space on
ground level
Approved by the P&Z Board on October 29,2015. Under
appeal by a City Council member considered at the January
12, 2016 City Council hearing. The Council upheld the
Planning & Zoning Board decision with conditions. The
findings of fact resolution is scheduled on the January 19th
Council agenda for consideration.
West Elizabeth Enhanced
Travel Corridor Plan
Phase III (alternatives development and evaluation) has
begun, with a public open house on alternative design
approaches held December 3rd. The project team is working
towards a recommended design and will provide a project
update at the March 10th City Council Work Session.
Woodward Campus Construction is moving along smoothly; final inspections are
also continuing as planned. On October 29th, the Building
Review Board (BRB) reviewed Woodward’s claim that the
Coy-Hoffman silos should be declared imminent danger and
removed; however, the BRB upheld the City Building
Official’s classification that the silos were not an imminent
danger. Some aspects of construction may extend into
February 2016. 85% of the larger building construction has
been completed and that part was given a Temporary
Certificate of Occupancy (TCO). The smaller headquarters
building is undergoing final stages of construction and has a
goal of TCO by January 15th.
PROJECTS UNDER APPEAL
Uncommon (310 S. College Avenue)
On October 29, 2015, an appeal was filed for the Uncommon project, with questions about the project’s
compliance with several Land Use Codes and the basis for the approval received from the Planning
and Zoning Board. This appeal was heard by City Council on January 12, 2016. The Council upheld
the Planning & Zoning Board decision with conditions. The findings of fact Resolution is scheduled on
the January 19th Council agenda for consideration.
Woodward Silos
On October 29, 2015, an appeal was filed for the Coy-Hoffman silos on the Woodward campus by the
attorney for Woodward, contesting the “dangerous” classification by the Chief Building Official (CBO).
Woodward is requesting that the silos be classified as an “imminent” danger. The Building Review
Board did not overturn the CBO’s decision in November. The appeal will be heard by City Council in
2016.
Capstone Cottages PDP (NE corner of Lincoln/Lemay)
On December 31, 2015, an appeal was filed for the Capstone Cottages project, contesting that the
decision maker committed an error for failure to properly interpret and apply relevant provisions of the
Land Use Code, and failure to conduct a fair hearing. The date for City Council to hear this appeal is
February 16, 2016.
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SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
About 160 people attended a 2020 Climate Action Plan open house co-hosted by the City of Fort
Collins and the CSU School of Global Environmental Sustainability. CSU Professors Diana Wall and
Brian Dunbar spoke about global climate change and sustainable cities followed by the open house on
the City’s climate action initiatives and 2020 goals. Stay updated at www.fcgov.com/climateaction.
The regular session hearing on the Community Recycling Ordinance on January 19 has instead been
scheduled for a work session on January 26 to allow City Councilmembers to give feedback regarding
1. price difference between sizes of trash cans for single-family residential bundled trash and recycling;
2. preferred option for organics collection from single-family home residents; and 3. phase-in schedule
for aspects of the ordinance. Learn more at www.fcgov.com/recycling.
The City’s Christmas tree recycling program for residents began December 26 and will continue
through January 18. Trees are being chipped on site at the four City locations: Edora Park, Rolland
Moore Park, the Fort Collins Streets Facility and Fossil Creek Park, which was added this year.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
The City in January announced its Spring 2016 Competitive Process for distributing funding to
affordable housing and human services proposals. About $2.75 million is available for allocation to
successful applicants - $2 million in housing and $750,000 for public service. Go to
fcgov.com/socialsustainability for more information.
The City of Fort Collins Human Relations Commission honored recipients of the 2015 Human Relations
Award at a ceremony on Tuesday, December 1. Recipients were chosen for their promotion of
acceptance and diversity in Fort Collins.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
The Economic Health Office is now seeking applications for the 2016 Cluster Fund as part of its
mission to partner with targeted local industry clusters and regional sectors, which advance the
economic vitality of the community. To apply or for more information, go to www.fcgov.com/business.
Questions that still need answers
o Can there be expanded notification and
participation for neighborhoods in development
review?
o How can social media be used for neighborhood
group outreach?