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MARCH 8, 2018
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
March 13 WORK SESSION - CANCELED ...................................................................................................................4
MARCH 20 COUNCIL MEETING ...............................................................................................................................4
MARCH 20 ELECTRIC ENTERPRISE MEETING ..........................................................................................................4
MARCH 20 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING .............................................................................................4
MARCH 27 WORK SESSION .....................................................................................................................................4
APRIL 3 COUNCIL MEETING ....................................................................................................................................5
APRIL 3 ELECTRIC ENTERPRISE MEETING ...............................................................................................................5
APRIL 10 WORK SESSION - CANCELED ....................................................................................................................6
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION .................................................................................................. 6
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ...................................................................................................................................6
CAPITAL PROJECTS- ENGINEERING ................................................................................................ 6
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................6
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET ................................................................7
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS ....................................................................................................7
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY 1 .....................................................................8
HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS .............................................................................8
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ..............................................................................................................9
DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS .................................................................................................9
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY ........................................................................................9
SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION ......................................................................................................... 10
RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................... 10
LEMAY CULVERT EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT .................................................................................................... 11
HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION ............................................................................................... 11
CAPITAL PROJECTS – PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ........................................................ 12
LONG VIEW TRAIL ................................................................................................................................................ 12
CRESCENT PARK ................................................................................................................................................... 12
CAPITAL PROJECTS – OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................. 13
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK -GARDEN EXPANSION ........................................................................................... 13
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION ........................................................................................ 13
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 13
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES .................................................................................................... 14
EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK ............................................................................................................................... 14
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT ................................................................ 14
HP BROADCOM CIRCUITS .................................................................................................................................... 15
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY ............................................................................................................................. 15
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT ............................................................................. 16
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 16
WALNUT STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT .................................................................................................. 17
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION DEWATERING IMPROVEMENTS ......................................................................... 17
NECCO PONDS AND BACKBONE-PHASE II ........................................................................................................... 18
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 18
WATER RESOURCES AND TREATMENT ................................................................................................................ 18
WATER ENGINEERING AND FIELD SERVICES ....................................................................................................... 18
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 19
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 19
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 19
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 21
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 23
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING ................................................................................................................... 23
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 23
SPECIAL PROJECTS ............................................................................................................................................... 24
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS ............................................................................................................................ 24
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 24
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 24
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 24
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 25
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 25
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 25
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 26
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 27
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
MARCH 13 WORK SESSION - CANCELED
National League of Cities Congressional City Conference -March 11-14, 2018 (Washington,
DC)
MARCH 20 COUNCIL MEETING
Appropriate Debt Proceeds for Use in Light & Power / Broadband Fund
o Appropriate funds in connection with the issuance of revenue bonds from the Light &
Power/Broadband Fund to finance the design, construction, marketing, and initial operations of
a municipal broadband service
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community.
MARCH 20 ELECTRIC ENTERPRISE MEETING
Authorize New Debt for Light & Power / Broadband
o Authorize staff to execute agreements in connection with the issuance of $132 million in
revenue bonds from the Light & Power/Broadband Fund to finance the design, construction,
marketing, and initial operations of a municipal broadband service
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community.
MARCH 20 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING
Whitewater Park
o Consider Urban Renewal Authority Funding for the Whitewater Park project.
Economic Health- 3.5 Foster sustainable infill and redevelopment.
MARCH 27 WORK SESSION
West Nile Virus (WNV) Management Policy Review
o Discuss new understandings of impacts of WNV, review input provided by the WNV Technical
Advisory Committee, and seek direction from Council regarding potential policy changes
requiring a new resolution
Environmental Health - EH 4.3 Engage citizens in ways to educate and encourage
behaviors toward more sustainable living practices.
Sign Code Update, Phase 2
o Review with Council potential Land Use Code changes concerning the sign code
Community & Neighborhood Livability-1.5 Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical
preservation and development review processes.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
Significant BFO Considerations for 2019/2020
o Inform Council on several areas that will impact or influence the upcoming BFO process.
Proposed areas for discussion include: (1) Police staffing, (2) Compensation and benefits, (3)
Improvements related to capital project estimates, and (4) Potential infrastructure financing.
High Performing Government- 7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community.
APRIL 3 COUNCIL MEETING
2018 Reappropriation Ordinance (consent)
o Appropriate expenses related to the previous fiscal year's appropriations that lapsed at year
end, but for which the expenses were not completed
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community
Appropriate debt proceeds for use in Light & Power/Broadband Fund. (Second Reading)
o Appropriate funds in connection with the issuance of revenue bonds from the Light &
Power/Broadband Fund to finance the design, construction, marketing, and initial operations of
a municipal broadband service.
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community
Oil and Gas Land Use Code Updates (consent)
o Update Land Use Code to increase the setback between new residential development and
existing oil and gas operations from 350 feet to 500 feet. The proposed requirements would
allow for a reduced setback around permanently plugged wells if the developer completes
additional soil, groundwater and air quality testing. Staff will present the results of community
outreach and proposed code changes for consideration.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical
preservation and development review processes.
East Gateway Annexation Initiation
o Consider initiating annexation proceedings for the East Gateway Annexation, located
approximately ¼ mile northeast of the I-25 and East Mulberry Interchange
Staff Report: Horsetooth Foothills Land Conservation Project
o Celebrate the conservation of 2,500 acres of land in an area south and west of Horsetooth
Reservoir. This effort, was accomplished through a partnership between Larimer County, Great
Outdoors Colorado and Natural Areas
Staff Report: Energy Efficiency Portfolio Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
o Utilities completed an independent third-party evaluation project in 2017 for the energy
efficiency portfolio. The review included verification of reported energy savings and cost
effectiveness, and made recommendations regarding results and ease of participation. In
alignment with our mission, vision and values, staff is utilizing the project results and
recommendations for continuous improvement and to further optimize goals for savings,
customer service and financial performance.
APRIL 3 ELECTRIC ENTERPRISE MEETING
Authorize new debt for Light & Power/Broadband (Second Reading)
o Authorize staff to execute agreements in connection with the issuance of $132 million in
revenue bonds from the Light & Power/Broadband Fund to finance the design, construction,
marketing, and initial operations of a municipal broadband service.
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the
community
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
APRIL 10 WORK SESSION - CANCELED
Quest for Excellence Conference -April 8-11, 2018 (Baltimore, MD)
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
JANUARY SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 5.1% 5.1%
Net Use Tax Collected: -28.6% -28.6%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -1.4% -1.4%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are down 1.4% and total $14.0M.
JANUARY SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 2.3% 2.3%
Net Use Tax Collected: 6.7% 6.7%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 2.9% 2.9%
Year to date, the City has collected 2.9% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $393K over budget
CAPITAL PROJECTS- ENGINEERING
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program
Estimated Project Budget: 2018 - $1.1M
Estimated Completion Date: Ongoing
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
This project maintains a complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and
develops a prioritized work program to achieve goals of promoting walking for transportation and
recreation.
Project Status:
Upcoming project locations: The 2018 season has begun, and work is underway along Timberline
south of Vine for sidewalk and bus stop improvements.
Current projects: 2018 Pedestrian Improvement Program is finalizing bid results. Staff is reviewing a
five-year pedestrian program and how to best coordinate efforts with other departments.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET
Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB), COFC Utilities, Capital
TCEF, Development Repay
Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Design of a new arterial roadway that connects existing Suniga Road,
from Blondel St. to College Avenue.
Project Status:
Project team has completed preliminary design.
Currently working towards rights of way acquisitions, holding
adjacent property owner meetings, and reviewing previous associated designs. Staff is also in the
process of finalizing needed utilities.
60% design plans are completed and being reviewed for cost and constructability.
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants/Local Funds/DDA Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M for Jefferson Street, $3.5M for
Willow Street
Estimated Completion Date: 2021
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
The goals of this project are to provide various design and
construction improvements within the Downtown River District.
The project is focused on obtaining environmental clearances for
planned improvements along Jefferson Street between College
Avenue and the Mountain/Lincoln Intersection. The project will
also design roadway and urban design improvements along
Willow Street between the Great Western railroad tracks and
Linden Street; including a pedestrian plaza at the northern corner
of Willow Street and Linden Street.
Project Status:
Staff finalized ROW plans for the Jefferson Street Improvements Project. Once the project has
obtained all environmental clearances, Staff plans to initiate property acquisition. Property
acquisition is anticipated to begin in late Spring 2018.
Staff continues coordination with planned development located along Willow Street. Staff’s goals
are to coordinate planned Willow Street improvements with development improvements.
Staff has initiated the final engineering phase for the Willow Street Improvements Project between
Linden Street and the Great Western Railroad. The project is funded through Community Capital
Improvement Program funds.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY 1
Funding Source: CMAQ Grant, URA Contribution, Pedestrian
Program Funds, TAP Grant, County Funds, Transportation
Capital Expansion Fee Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $2.1M
Estimated Completion Date: 2018
Phase: In Design, Right of Way Acquisition
Project Details:
This project will construct pedestrian improvements along North
College between the Larimer & Weld Canal (City limits) and State
Highway 1, including pedestrian bridges crossing the canal.
Project Status:
City and Consultant Staff are working to acquire necessary
right-of-way.
Consultant is finalizing design based on final review
comments.
HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Sources: Funding Appropriated Through the 2017/2018
BFO Process, Surface Transportation Program Grant, Highway
Safety Improvement Program Grant, Bridge Funds,
Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Funds, Arterial
Intersection Improvement Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $7.25M
Estimated Completion Date: December 2018
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
This project will construct intersection improvements to address
safety and congestion problems. Issues were identified in the
Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study, completed in 2011.
Project Status:
Project is complete with 60% design.
A contractor has been procured, and the City has begun working with the contractor on project
phasing and construction impacts.
ROW discussions with affected property owners have begun and acquisition is in process.
More information is available at fcgov.com/horsetoothandcollege/
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG),
Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF)
Estimated Project Budget: $22M
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2021
Phase: In Design
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.
Project Status:
Embankment construction has begun on realigned
Lemay north of Vine Drive in partnership with the
NECCO Utilities project. Box culvert work across Dry
Creek has also started. The embankment construction
is anticipated to be complete in late March.
The City is in the process of right-of-way negotiations for the parcel containing the proposed
realigned Lemay and Suniga intersection.
Staff is currently working on traffic studies and funding alternatives which will be presented at the
March Council Finance Committee meeting.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay
DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program
(Arterial Intersections)
Estimated Project Budget: $600k
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Design and construction of a southbound Lemay to westbound
Drake dedicated right turn lane, in conjunction with safety and
site access improvements at the northwest corner of the
intersection. Sidewalk, ADA, and bus stop improvements will be
evaluated and integrated into the project.
Project Status:
The project team is working through preliminary design
options, and meeting with adjacent property owners
The construction start date will be dependent upon right-of-way acquisition at the northwest corner
of the intersection
Final design and public outreach will occur in early 2018, with construction of the improvements in
the fall of 2018
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Bike / Pedestrian Grade Separated
Crossing Fund)
Estimated Project Budget: $80k
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
This Study is a multi-departmental effort to catalogue existing bike/pedestrian grade separations
throughout the City, and to create a data-driven list of potential, future crossing locations. The study will
identify the top 20 locations for high level screening and will conduct a detailed analysis of the top 3 to 5
preferred locations.
Project Status:
The project team is currently updating maps of existing grade separated structures, gathering
projects costs for recently constructed structures, and identifying potential locations for new
crossings.
SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION
Funding Source: Street Oversizing Funds, Funds Appropriated through 2015/2016 BFO Process
Estimated Project Budget: $1.2M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018
Phase: Railroad Negotiation
Project Details:
The City Master Street Plan identifies Sharp Point Drive and
Nancy Gray Avenue as connected across the Great Western
Railroad tracks. This project will construct the roadway and
pedestrian connection, and railroad crossing.
Project Status:
The project team has submitted an application with the PUC
and is awaiting approval.
There are challenges with gaining Great Western and PUC
approval and support for this project.
The PUC hearing for September was postponed as the City
and Great Western are actively negotiating for Great Western
support of the project.
The project team and design consultant have finalized design in
order to make the project “shovel ready” to coordinate with
railroad timing.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/sharppoint
RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Federal Grants and Bridge Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $4.0M
Estimated Completion Date: December 2018
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
The project will replace the structurally deficient bridge over
Spring Creek, and raise Riverside Avenue out of the 100 years
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
flood level at the bridge location. This project is coordinated with Utility’s Spring Creek Restoration
Project.
Project Status:
90% plans set completed.
CLMOR review is in progress.
Public meeting to be held on March 22 at EPIC.
LEMAY CULVERT EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Bridge Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $800K
Estimated Completion Date: End of March 2018
Phase: In Construction
Project Details:
The Warren Lake Outfall culvert failed late August 2017. The
structure needs to be replaced by spring 2018 before the start of
irrigation season.
Project Status:
Construction began on February 5.
Lemay Ave closed from February 26 thru March 19, with a financial
incentive for the contractor to finish up to 5 days early.
HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Fund, developer contribution
Estimated Project Cost: $800K
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018
Phase: In design
Project Details:
A signal at Harmony and Strauss Cabin road is warranted with the
implementation of the Harmony 23 development. Design and
construction of north bound auxiliary turn lanes on Strauss Cabin
will be completed by the developer in conjunction with this signal
project
Project Status:
The project team is working through preliminary design options
The construction start date will be dependent upon right-of-way
acquisition and utility relocation on the north portion of the
intersection
Final design and public outreach will occur in early 2018, with
construction of the improvements summer of 2018
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
CAPITAL PROJECTS – PARK PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT
LONG VIEW TRAIL
Funding Source: ConTrust Fund, Federal TAP grant, GOCO grant
Total Project Cost: $3.5M
Estimated Fort Collins Construction Cost: $2.2M
Phase: In Construction
Project Details:
Park Planning and Development is working in
collaboration with the City of Loveland and
Larimer County on construction of this trail. The
Long View Trail will offer another paved trail
connection between the City of Loveland and the
City of Fort Collins. Construction has begun and is
on schedule for a summer, 2018 completion.
Project Status:
Bridge abutments for the 2 bridges on Fort
Collins portion of trail are near completion
Boulder walls are being constructed between Scenic Drive and Fossil Creek Drive
Installation of concrete trail anticipated early April, weather permitting
CRESCENT PARK
Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Fund
Total Project Cost: $2.5M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion: Spring 2018
Project Details:
Park Crescent Park is a 7-acre
neighborhood park located in the heart of
the Maple Hill neighborhood. Construction
of the park began in fall, 2017, and is
anticipated to be completed later this
season. The core area of the park, which
includes the playground and shelter, will
open to residents once complete. The
remaining area of the park will be gated to
allow turf and shrubs to take root.
Project Status:
Finalizing installation of playground equipment
Finishing shelter
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
CAPITAL PROJECTS – OPERATION SERVICES
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK -GARDEN EXPANSION
Funding Sources: $2M Privately Raised Funds
$800K General Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $2.8M
Phase: Under Construction
Project Details:
Expanding the Gardens to add 5 acres which includes an
amphitheater and great-lawn for outdoor performances.
Project Status:
Construction is in-progress through winter
Stage and sound walls are going up
Rock walls are being installed
Trees are being relocated from Hughes Stadium
Expected completion is June 2018
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION
Funding Sources: Community Capital Improvement Tax - $2.2M
Privately Raised Funds: $700K
Estimated Project Budget: $2,900,000
Phase: Design-Build Selection
Project Details:
Add a conservatory, meeting rooms, restrooms and
additional office space
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER
Funding Source: Bonds
Estimated Project Budget: $9,250,0000
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
The new training facility site is to offer a 50-yard pistol range, a 1.4
mile driving track along with classrooms.
Project Status:
Design team is working on site layout
Working to update budget for revised layout
Early Conceptual Site Layout
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES
EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $4,000,000
Phase: Estimated Completion Date: End of 2018
Project Details:
Three Phase Project: Phase 1 is in design, Phase 2 is complete,
and Phase 3 will be completed in conjunction with Engineering’s
improvements at Strauss Cabin & Harmony.
Project Status:
Route identification is 100% complete on Phases 1, 2 and 3.
Design is in progress for Phase 1.
Construction of Phase 3 began April 10, 2017, 95%
complete.
Installation of two vaults and tie in conduit delayed until
Engineering’s final design of intersection improvements.
Phase 2 is complete.
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $2,804,340
Phase: Under Construction
Project Details:
2.2 miles of duct bank and two new circuits from the Linden
Substation to Colorado State University.
Project Status:
Drake to Lake Duct Bank is complete.
Cherry Street duct bank from College to Howes is
under construction; however, 10 underground gas
tanks were discovered and will need to be removed by
property owner. Project on hold for 3-6 months.
Howes/Laurel duct bank is complete.
The Vine Drive duct bank is complete.
Circuits are 90% complete; once Cherry St Duct Bank
is complete, final circuit section will be pulled in.
Vault Installation
Vault Installation
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
HP BROADCOM CIRCUITS
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $500,000
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Installation of approximately 1,200 feet of duct bank on
Broadcom property.
Project Status:
Pending an easement from Broadcom.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Funding Source: Water Treatment Facility Capital Project Budget
Estimated Project Budget: $850,000
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Approximately 4,000 feet of three-phase from Overland Trail
to the Treatment Facility in an existing easement on
Colorado State University Property
Project Status:
Pending an easement from Western Area Power
Administration
Hewlett-Packard Campus
Water Treatment Facility
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $214,590.00
Phase: Preliminary Construction
Project Details:
5 new duct banks for additional capacity at the Harmony
substation
Project Status:
Tree and stump removal completed
Berm removal
Final grading
Setting of (3) 8 x 16 vaults
Construction of 5 duct banks and tie in to harmony duct
banks
Final landscaping of 5 new trees, sprinkler system and
sod construction area
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT
Funding Source: New Capital
Estimated Project Budget: $200,000
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Convert the existing Iconics Genesis32 hardware,
software, and screens to Genesis64
Project Status:
Servers have been purchased
Software has been purchased
A consultant to assist with some aspects
the upgrade has been retained
Currently in the process of having I.T. configure two workstations for use with the project
Tree Removal
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
WALNUT STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $613,000
Status: In Construction
Project Details:
This project replaces two 100-year-old undersized water mains in
Walnut Street between College Avenue and Linden Street. The
new water main that will be constructed will be 8” in diameter and
480’ long. Additional work includes 12 new water service
connections, 2 new 6” fire services, and 2 new fire hydrants.
Walnut Street will be resurfaced in the spring when temperatures
rise.
Project Updates:
Water main and services connections are complete
Full depth asphalt street paving is being done as part of the project
and will be completed the first 5 days of March
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION DEWATERING IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $4,270,000
Status: In Construction
Project Details:
Addition of 2 new centrifuges at the Drake Water Reclamation
Facility. This project will provide redundancy for the dewatering
process at the Drake Water Reclamation Facility. Construction will be
complete at the end of 2018.
Project Updates:
Demolition of concrete slabs and curbs in the centrifuge room
Removal of mechanical piping in the centrifuge room is underway
Installing water main on
Walnut Street
Demolition of existing belt press
conveyor in the centrifuge room
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
NECCO PONDS AND BACKBONE-PHASE II
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $8,300,000
Status: In Construction
Project Details:
The Northeast College Corridor Outfall Project (NECCO) is a
storm drainage improvement, that includes the Necco Regional
Detention Pond at Redwood and Suniga that outfalls into a storm
sewer box culvert located north of Vine Drive from Redwood
Street east to the Lindenmeir Outfall. Additionally, a 12”
waterline was constructed along the future Suniga Drive ROW
from Redwood Street to Lemay Avenue.
Project Updates:
32,500 cubic yards of material excavated and placed
Outfall channel complete
UTILITIES
WATER RESOURCES AND TREATMENT
Environmental Regulatory Affairs Division
ERA Stormwater staff awarded $30,000 through the City’s Waste Innovation Fund to conduct a pilot
study focused on reduction of phosphorus in local streams through the use of water treatment residuals
in Low Impact Development bio-media mixtures.
Water Quality Services Division
Congratulations to the Water Quality Lab, which passed the 2018 NSI Laboratory Proficiency Testing
audit with 100% accuracy. Successful completion of this audit is a critical component of maintaining the
lab’s U.S. Environmental Protection Agency/Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
certification for Drinking Water Analysis and requires correct analysis of 102 different “unknown”
parameters. It takes considerable time and careful attention from the chemists as well as hard work
from everyone who supports lab operations.
WATER ENGINEERING AND FIELD SERVICES
Water Engineering and Field Services hit a very important milestone in the wastewater section this
month. The Maximo (Computer Maintenance Management System) went live on Monday morning
2/26. Wastewater field crews now have a modern and mobile software solution to aid with planning,
scheduling, GIS and overall work execution within their area of responsibility. Furthermore, Utilities
management will be able to analyze asset data in a more clear and concise form compared to past
practices. This type of analysis will ultimately become a part of the decision-making process as it
pertains to repairing and replacing wastewater assets.
66” Outfall into NECCO Pond
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 19
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Energy Efficiency Portfolio Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
Utilities completed an independent 3rd party evaluation project in 2017 for the energy efficiency
portfolio. The review included verification of reported energy savings and cost effectiveness, and made
recommendations regarding results and ease of participation. The study was coordinated with Platte
River Power Authority for programs common to all four cities. The results concluded portfolio results are
on track for savings and cost effectiveness and are available here: https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/what-
we-do. A staff report to Council is scheduled for April 3 summarizing next steps from this study.
Compact of Colorado Communities Award
Fort Collins Utilities received an award for the “Driving Fort Collins Clean Energy Economy” initiative at
the Compact of Colorado Communities Symposium. The award recognizes innovative, leading edge
programs and initiatives in the public and private sectors that demonstrate a bold vision for a clean,
resilient and prosperous Colorado.
Bloomberg Champion Cities Award
Fort Collins is one of 35 Champion Cities selected as part of the 2018 U.S. Mayor’s Challenge from
Bloomberg Philanthropies, which provides grants and technical assistance to city leaders who are
solving urgent problems in their communities, announced today. The award includes a $100,000 grant
in support of the project, which will include on-bill financing for improving the energy efficiency of low- to
moderate-income rental households.
Platte River 20 MW Solar with Battery Storage RFP
Platte River Power Authority has issued a request for proposals for at least 20 megawatts of new solar
energy capacity that could be added to its system, and also calls for up to 5 megawatt-hours of energy
storage capacity. The energy produced from the solar installation is anticipated to be used as part of a
community solar program, making the energy available to residential and business customers. The
timeline calls for bid evaluations to be completed in May.
PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
February awards | Recognizing the amazing people who make our community better
Throughout February, Poudre Fire Authority recognized individuals, businesses and organizations for
their contributions to our community, whether it be through donation of
critical training props or the saving of a life. Among those recognized
are: Fort Collins Towing, for its annual donation to PFA of about 80
cars used for extrication training; Fort Collins Police Services Officers
Matthew Brede and Dexter Rowe; Fort Collins 911 Dispatcher Dana
Carlvaho; UCHealth EMS EMT Elizabeth Baggett; and Thompson
Valley EMS Paramedic Jason Lucas for their collective work saving
the life of Axel Siverts in April 2017; Leslie Coblantz, Dr. Malcolm
Scott and Colorado State University, for their partnership in exploring
the intersections between social services and the fire service; Fort
Collins 911 Dispatcher Ethan Lack, for saving the lives of a family
impacted by a fire at their house; and Terrill Mussleman, Barry
Kroemer, Keegan Barricklow and Michael Parish for saving the life of
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their colleague through quick and effective use of cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and an
automated external defibrillator, or AED.
Feb. 12 | PFA welcomes four new firefighter recruits
Please welcome Poudre Fire Authority's four newest firefighter
recruits. They will take part in the Front Range Fire Consortium
Academy in order to be considered for future employment. As is
tradition, Chief Tom DeMint handed them their helmets, saying,
"This helmet will take care of you if you take care of it. ...
Protect what's in your helmet." Good luck, recruit Class 18-1.
Feb. 24 | Firefighters extinguished a fire Saturday morning at
a Fort Collins home that injured two of the home’s occupants. Crews were dispatched to a single-family
ranch home at 2409 Mathews St. at 6:10 a.m. PFA’s Engine 3 arrived first on scene 3 minutes later and
quickly got to work fighting the fire. It was brought under control at 6:25 a.m. Fortunately, two adults
and one child were outside the home when firefighters arrived on scene. The two adults suffered burns
and were transported to hospitals for treatment. The garage, laundry room and a bedroom sustained
damage in the fire, which is under investigation. There is no additional information at this time. Any time
there is a fire, it serves as an important reminder of safety tips:
Make sure you have working smoke alarms in your home. Test them regularly so you know
they’ll work if there is an emergency.
Know two ways out of any room.
Make an emergency plan with your family or roommates. Talk through it, and practice it often.
Sleep with your door closed. Hard as it is to believe, a door can stop the spread of fire and
protect you.
Feb. 28 | Significant carbon monoxide call serves as reminder of detectors’ importance
Talk to your family, friends and roommates about carbon monoxide, or
“the invisible killer.” That conversation can mean the difference between
life and death. Poudre Fire Authority firefighters responded early
Wednesday morning to a serious carbon monoxide-related call on
Eastwood Drive in Fort Collins. An adult and two adolescents were taken
to the hospital for treatment of conditions likely associated with their
exposure to carbon monoxide. Four dogs in the home also needed
veterinary care. There were no carbon monoxide detectors in the home.
One of the adolescents woke up with a headache, prompting a 911 call.
PFA firefighters conducted testing at the home and reported carbon
monoxide levels at more than 400 ppm, or parts per million. This environment is life-threatening to a
person after three hours. If the adolescent hadn’t awoken, it’s possible this event could have ended in
tragedy. Read more at: bit.ly/PFACOcall0228. Public Affairs and Communication Manager Madeline
Noblett uses cases like this to educate the greater community about critical life-safety information
across myriad in-person and digital platforms.
Feb. 28 | Emergency Management Award
The Colorado Emergency Management Association bestowed upon Fort Collins Office of Emergency
Management Battalion Chief Mike Gavin its President’s Award for his contributions to the profession.
Congratulations, Chief Gavin!
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POLICE SERVICES
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 23 telephone calls ranging from working with
Associates in Family Medicine and their chronic false alarms to helping a victim of domestic violence
get connected with victim’s services. Presentations ranged from a Neighborhood Watch/Safety for the
Woodlands Apartments (a homicide had occurred there in previous weeks), to interacting and providing
information to CSU freshmen who would be coming out into the community after a year in the dorms.
Here’s the breakdown on activities in February:
CSU Housing Fair (2518 at the fair)
Neighborhood Watch, Woodlands Apts, 33 attended
RESTORE, 50 attended
Scotch Pines Neighborhood Watch, 27 attended
Presentations to 2628 people, 23 incoming telephone calls
Citywide Teamwork Results in Wheelchair Theft Recovery
Officers responded to a motorized wheelchair theft. The victim, Mr.
Cook, was an elderly veteran who relies heavily on his wheelchair for
mobility around town. When the call came in, a Dispatcher remembered
seeing a man on the Downtown Transit Center public safety cameras
who a) was not Mr. Cook and b) was riding around on Mr. Cook's
wheelchair. Several Dispatchers followed up with Transfort and located
the suspect and stolen wheelchair on a bus. When the suspect realized
we were onto him, he abandoned the wheelchair and left the bus.
Transfort staff recovered the stolen property and returned it to the
Downtown Transit Center. An officer picked it up and brought it back to a
very grateful Mr. Cook. Outstanding service and teamwork between
FCPS divisions and City service areas!
Traffic Safety
Officers continue to dedicate Community Impact Days to traffic
enforcement and education in areas of concern. To guide these efforts, FCPS has partnered with the
Traffic Operations department to identify common collision spots and the behaviors that cause them.
Officers also used resident reports from the Traffic Hotline to pinpoint areas of concern.
Spring Forecasting
As Spring approaches, patrol supervisors have started discussing strategies for preventing and
addressing warm-weather issues such as “cruisers” on College Avenue and other busy streets,
disruptive and criminal transient activity, parties, and window peepers. FCPS will share tips and
information relative to these topics on social media in the coming months.
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Community Trust Initiative
City staff and representatives from FCPS continue to work with a stakeholder advisory group to identify
concerns within documented and undocumented communities here in Fort Collins. The group will
conduct listening sessions throughout the Spring with different community members to answer
questions, better understand perceptions, and develop actionable ideas for improving trust and
engagement between the City and our residents.
Cat Cop Hopefuls Flock to Fort Collins, Cause a Stir on Social Media
Following last year’s internationally-popular April Fool’s “Feline Unit” video,
FCPS has noticed a few furry visitors around the Police Services building.
FCPS posted about two of these visitors on social media and saw an
extremely positive response from followers and local media. On FCPS’
Facebook page alone, the two posts combined reached more than 37,000
people, earned over 1,400 reactions, and were shared 221 times. While
these types of posts may seem trivial, numerous people expressed their
appreciation for the lighthearted content. One person commented, “Just so
you know, you have a fan base in Italy. I send these gems over. I love your
humor and your hard work. You make me feel safe. Thank you for all you
do.” Another person commented, “A good laugh is like sunshine…We can
all use more of that. Thanks for all you do.”
Police Regional Training Center Update
The Design Team met on 2/7/18 to address issues around the footprint for the facility. The decision was
made to allow design firm to identify which footprint would work best in the general area previously
designated with the condition the footprint will not exceed 44.608 acres. The design team should have
a series of conceptual drawings by next week to review and agree upon final footprint. Once the
footprint is designated, an amendment to the FAA will be submitted. As soon as the concept is
approved by all parties, geotechnical vendors will provide real data regarding soils and capacities to
reduce our design risks.
Both cities met on February 22 to discuss project delivery method, and City of Loveland is reviewing a
CMGC model as proposed by City of Fort Collins in order to satisfy both cities’ concerns related to
delivery method. There was an identified need to start an IGA on usage agreement soon since the last
IGA took over 100 days to complete. It appears the process slowed down as a result of the legal
reviews by both city attorney offices.
A deadline for the end of August 2018 for design to prepare for council approvals and allocation of
funds was established with both cities. Construction costs continue to rise at an estimated .5% per
month and with time this could affect the allowable scope. The scope has been affected by rising costs
since 2015, however the budget will still provide for a facility which meets the initial needs of both cities.
Construction still anticipated to begin in early 2019 and be completed by November/December 2019.
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PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING
City Plan
The City Plan Update public kickoff event on February 12th was a rousing success, with 500 citizens
in attendance. Staff is preparing for the upcoming Visioning phase of the project and has selected
more than 50 Plan Ambassadors and multiple Working Group members who will assist in the Plan’s
creation this next year
Downtown and Transitions Code
The public open house providing initial DRAFT updates to the Downtown and the NCB zone district
development codes was held on February 28th. A Council Work Session is scheduled for April 24th
to review progress to date.
Historic Preservation Code Review
The Historic Preservation Division is examining existing historic preservation-related codes and
processes to ensure that they best support Council’s policies and are best practices nationally. The
City has contracted with Clarion, Associates to produce a series of reports on the major areas of
review: Landmark Designation; Review of Changes to Landmark Properties; Development Review
and Historic Resources; and Demolition/Alteration Review of Older Buildings, Demolition by
Neglect, and Dangerous Buildings. Following community outreach and discussion in Spring 2018,
recommendations for change will be presented to Council at its April 24, 2018 work session, and for
adoption at the June 5, 2018 regular meeting. At the April 24, 2018 Council work session, staff will
provide a comparison of recent development projects reviewed with the current historic preservation
codes and with the proposed codes.
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Lincoln Corridor Plan – Neighborhood Project Implementation
Of the ten funded neighborhood projects, seven are complete and three are ongoing. The
neighborhood artwork and Streets Facility park enhancements are being managed by City staff in
various departments. PDT and APP staff are working on a re-appropriation for the remaining lasing
funds to complete the final three art projects (wayfinding, art at the new Streets park, and the
light/street post art). We are excited to see Art in Public Places take the lead for the final projects. This
has been very beneficial to neighbors and we have witnessed stronger connections being made and
some healing between neighbors. In the Buckingham neighborhood, two neighbors that traditional
were at odds came together around the transformer mural painting.
Neighborhood Connections
Expanded outreach underway for 2018 with childcare and interpretation being offered for core
education classes. The Winter session had a strong turn-out for its two Saturday classes. As we
continue to expand our reach, we will be offering classes on different days of the week and at different
times of the day. The Spring session starts in April and is scheduled for the Tuesday lunch hour. We
anticipate that our numbers will grow as we have continued to modify the curriculum to meet the needs
of neighbors and are meeting in places and at times that are more convenient for neighbors.
Vibrant Neighborhoods Grant
The grant has launched and applications are being accepted for 2018 funding to date we have received
four (4) initial applications. The grant team has been meeting bi-weekly with students from the Center
for Public Deliberation at CSU to help facilitate neighborhood brainstorming sessions. Outreach
continues and recent articles have been published through CityNews and the Coloradoan. Support
continues for projects awarded in 2017. One of the many successes came from the grassroots efforts
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of one neighbor to engage her neighborhood in a series of events that offered an opportunity to build
relationships and foster connections. Several people in this neighborhood had lived there for 15 plus
years and did not have connections to their neighbors.
Mediation and Restorative Justice Services
Nine community volunteers have been trained to be Restorative Justice Facilitators in a two and a half
day training this month. These volunteers can now plan, schedule and facilitate restorative justice
sessions for the programs. Restorative Justice conferences bring young people who commit offenses in
our community together with those they have harmed and together find ways to repair that harm.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
North I-25 Express Lanes Project
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has selected a contractor for the North I-25 Express
Lanes Project, and will begin construction of the $300+ million project in summer 2018. Construction
will commence on the south side of the Corridor (SH-402 in Loveland) and work its way north to Fort
Collins (up to SH-14/Mulberry). Construction to be completed in 2021. The Project will include
improvements to the Prospect/I-25 interchange. The City of Fort Collins is partnering with property
owners adjacent to the interchange and Town of Timnath to help share costs with CDOT for the $31
million improvement project.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS
2017
YTD
2018
YTD
% Change
Development Project Submittals Rec’d 61 45 -26.23%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design Reviews/Staff Reviews
Performed
45 28 -37.78%
Building Permits Issued 1,042 1,240 +19.00%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $71.72 $60.01 -16.34%
Building Inspections Performed 4,635 5,059 +9.15%
Overall development review revenues are $64,033 over projection for 2018 as of February 28th with
Development Review over by $97,158 and Engineering Development Review under by $(33,126).
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Residents or businesses with large loads of cardboard can now drop them for free inside the hard-
to-recycle yard at the City’s Timberline Recycling Center. This option will be faster and less
cumbersome for customers, who can now deposit entire loads of flattened cardboard directly into
an open-topped container. Go to https://www.fcgov.com/recycling for more information and to
take a brief questionnaire about the recycling center.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
City Council on first reading on February 20 approved updates to the Land Bank Program, one of
the City’s incentives to increase affordable housing intended for people making no more than 80
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percent of the Area Median Income. The new ordinance includes raising the income target for
affordable homeownership because the current housing market is experiencing price escalation.
Second reading was March 6.
The department will host a public hearing March 8 to educate and gather input on funds that are
distributed to human service (nonprofits) and affordable housing providers through the annual
Competitive Process. Read more at https://www.fcgov.com/socialsustainability/
ECONOMIC HEALTH
The Economic Health Office co-sponsored Fort Collins Startup Week and hosted or participated in
multiple sessions including “Connections to Capital” and “Ask Me Anything” on Thursday, March 1.
The deadline to apply to the Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority board has been extended to
March 9. Apply online at https://www.fcgov.com/cityclerk/bcapplication-link3.php.
Fort Collins is one of 35 Champion Cities selected from 320 applications as part of the 2018 U.S.
Mayor’s Challenge, which provides grants and technical assistance to city leaders who are solving
urgent problems in their communities, Bloomberg Philanthropies announced in February.
https://www.fcgov.com/news/index.php?id=7084
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Record Spring Registration
The Recreation Department reported a record spring registration in February. Over 4,175 thousand
people registered for Recreation programs from February 2-8. This represents a 17% increase from
Spring 2017 registration. Recreation also reported that over $231,600 in revenue was received during
this time, a 20% increase from 2017. The updated reduced fee program received 372 youth and adult
enrollments and 40% of reduced fee participants registered online; program participants were
previously unable to register online.
Parks and Recreation Summer Job Fair
The Parks and Recreation Departments are partnering on a Summer Job Fair in March. The program
began last year and received positive results. The job fair allows Parks and Recreation to provide the
community more information on hiring opportunities with the City. The summer represents a critical
time for both departments and help is needed to maintain and staff busy Parks and Recreation facilities.
The Summer Job Fair will be held at EPIC on Saturday, March 24 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
PARKS
City Forester Retires
Tim Buchanan retired as the City Forester after a 41-year career with the City of Fort Collins Forestry
Department. Tim was the first full time City Forester employed by the City. Tim leaves behind a strong
legacy and his service to the community has been exceptional. Ralph Zentz will serve as the interim
City Forester. The Parks Department has initiated the hiring process and plans to find a replacement
for Mr. Buchanan within the next few months.
Holiday Lights Removed
The Parks Department has removed the holiday lights from Old Town. The holiday lights project is a
partnership between the DBA, DDA and the City of Fort Collins. Several corporate sponsors also
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contribute to the project. The holiday lights are highly anticipated and remain a popular feature of Old
Town during the holiday season. The holiday lights plan to return to Old Town in November of 2018.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Feature: City Plan Kickoff Event
Over 500 in attendance
6 educational and information stations around the room
748 comments received
Childcare room offered with childcare providers and activities
Kickoff Video, Summary and Draft Trends and Forces available on
OurCity: https://ourcity.fcgov.com/cityplan
Quotes – Q: What does a Creative Fort Collins mean to you?
Resident Answer: “Multi-cultural art – celebrate and embrace strong
Mexican culture especially”
Q: What was the most successful aspect of the evening? Staff
Answer: “Seeing the enthusiasm from the community to discuss and
think about opportunities/challenges for the future.”
Public Engagement Recap
Historic Preservation Open House – Feb. 28; 30 attendees; Draft Code updates for the Downtown,
Draft Code Changes, Transitions, and Historic Preservation
Mulberry Improvements Open House – March 1; 85 attendees; discussed upcoming improvements
for West Mulberry Street between Overland Trail and Jackson Avenue
Police Chief Meet & Greet – March 1, recorded with both Spanish and English audio for sharing,
streamed live for additional access options, feedback form and Police Chief Recruitment
information in English and Spanish shared with community partners
Inclusion Discussion – March 6, listening and idea session with members of the Fort Collins Jewish
community to discuss partnership and outreach opportunities regarding religious and cultural
inclusivity
Community Trust Initiative Stakeholder Advisory Committee – March 5; Meeting #2; Focus: Police
interactions, policies and responses; agenda and presentations created with help from Police
Services
Upcoming
CityWorks 101 2018 – Class schedule March 28 – May 16; Participants chosen and scheduling in
progress
Neighborhood Connections Open House – March 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Beattie Elementary Gym;
evening will feature grant application opportunities, discount and rebate programs and the BFO
Process
Riverside Bridge Replacement Open House – March 22; from 5 to 7 p.m. at Epic; replacing bridge
over Spring Creek and creek restoration
Budgeting for Outcomes – Internal teams chosen, community member positions being selected this
week; community outreach for events and presentations are beginning
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COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT
The Community Dashboard features performance data and information that highlights how the City is
doing in achieving its seven Outcome areas: Neighborhood Livability and Social Health, Cultural and
Recreation, Economic Health, Environmental Health, Safe Community, Transportation, and High
Performing Government. The Dashboard is made up of 38 total metrics that are published quarterly and
demonstrate where the City is doing well and where there are opportunities to improve. The color
status of performance for each metric is determined based on the actual result for the quarter
compared with the target. The color status of performance for the Outcome is determined based on the
average calculation of the performance of each metric within that Outcome.
Each month the City Manager’s Update will highlight a metric from the Community Dashboard. This
month’s feature is from the Neighborhood Livability and Social Health Outcome Area.
Analysis:
Voluntary compliance for this quarter was very strong. We were able to surpass our target of 95% by
reaching a 98.1% voluntary compliance rate during 4th quarter. This result was positively impacted
with the mild winter weather during that time frame. Due to consistent performance over the past 7
quarters the targets for 2018 have been increased to 95% for every quarter.
Definition:
This metric tracks the percentage of voluntary compliance with nuisance code violations issued by the
City of Fort Collins. Voluntary compliance is defined as violations corrected by the property owner or
tenant.
Why is this metric important?
Code compliance contributes to the preservation, maintenance, and enhancement of neighborhoods.
Voluntary compliance of nuisance codes is an indicator of the City's attractiveness and feeling of safety
in neighborhoods. It is also an indication of whether a neighborhood is deteriorating and may need
additional services.
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City’s impact on this metric:
High – The City affects the metric in the following ways: 1) violation notices sent to property owner and
tenant explaining the violation and giving a deadline to correct the problem; 2) final notice – this is a
posting on the door explaining that the deadline has come, what the violation is, and that they need to
correct the violation by the next day in order to avoid abatement or citation; 3) encouragement of
residents to call if they need an extension – our violation notices state that they should call us if they
have a need for a little more time to correct the violation; 4) Adopt-a-Neighbor program – volunteer
program to help elderly or disabled residents with shoveling their sidewalks; and 5) door hangers – for
codes that do not require notice be given (i.e. sidewalk snow removal) – we provide a courtesy door
hanger on the first offense explaining the code requirement and give them until the following day to
correct the violation.
Benchmarks:
This metric contains benchmark data for cities with code enforcement programs that are similar to that
in Fort Collins. These benchmarks were identified based on a combination of similar populations,
caseloads, enforcement methodologies, and voluntary compliance rates.
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/