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MAY 10, 2018
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
MAY 15 COUNCIL MEETING ....................................................................................................................................4
MAY 22 WORK SESSION ..........................................................................................................................................4
MAY 29 SPECIAL MEETING .....................................................................................................................................5
JUNE 5 COUNCIL MEETING .....................................................................................................................................5
JUNE 11 (MONDAY) ADJOURNED MEETING ...........................................................................................................5
JUNE 12 WORK SESSION CANCELED .......................................................................................................................5
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ........................................................................................................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
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY ........................................................................................9
SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION ............................................................................................................9
RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................... 10
HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION ............................................................................................... 10
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING ................................................................ 11
TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT ............................................................................................................. 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 (NEW) ............................................................................ 13
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 14
CITY HALL BUILDING ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................... 14
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES .................................................................................................... 15
EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK ............................................................................................................................... 15
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT ................................................................ 15
HP/BROADCOM CIRCUITS ................................................................................................................................... 16
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY ............................................................................................................................. 16
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT ............................................................................. 17
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 17
WATER RECLAMATION AND BIOSOLIDS MASTER PLAN (NEW) .......................................................................... 18
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY SIDE STREAM TREATMENT (NEW) ...................................................... 18
MULBERRY/RIVERSIDE DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS (NEW) ............................................................................... 18
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 19
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 19
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 20
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 20
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 21
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 23
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING ................................................................................................................... 23
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 23
FC MOVES ............................................................................................................................................................ 24
SPECIAL PROJECTS ............................................................................................................................................... 25
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON .............................................................................................................................. 25
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 25
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 25
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 26
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 26
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 26
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 26
CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 26
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 27
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 28
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
MAY 15 COUNCIL MEETING
Employee Recognition
o Recognition of 2018 City Employee Awards for Public Service Recognition Week
High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of
the community.
IGA Between City and DDA Governing Use of a Line of Credit
o Consider renewal of a 2012 IGA establishing a revolving line of credit (LOC) for a six-year
period in the amount of $5,000,000. This LOC is in the best interests of both the DDA and the
City in that it helps to reduce financing costs of DDA projects in order to preserve the maximum
amount of property tax increment revenues for DDA projects.
Economic Health-3.4 Improve effectiveness through collaboration with economic
health oriented regional partners
Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Funding Agreement Between the City and
Housing Catalyst for a Loan of Funds from the Affordable Housing Capital Fund (Community
Capital Improvements Program).
o Consider a resolution authorizing the execution of a funding agreement between the City and
Housing Catalyst for a loan of funds from the Affordable Housing Capital Fund to assist Housing
Catalyst (Fort Collins Housing Authority) for the construction of Mason Place, a permanent
supportive housing development. The funding requested is $1,080,000 which will assist with the
remaining funding gap prior to application for Low Income Housing Tax Credits which will
provide the majority of the funding needed for the project.
Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.1 Improve access to a broad range of
quality housing that is safe, accessible and affordable.
West Nile Virus (WNV) Program Revisions
o Consider potential policy changes
Environmental Health -4.3 Engage citizens in ways to educate and encourage
behaviors toward more sustainable living practices
Staff Report: I-25 Coalition Efforts
o Highlight regional efforts to fund improvements to the I-25 corridor in Northern Colorado
MAY 22 WORK SESSION
City Plan Update – Visioning & Scenarios
o Update Council on community feedback and potential revisions to City Plan vision elements.
Information will also be provided on types of information and data to analyze as part of the
upcoming scenario development and analysis phase of the process.
High Performing Government –7.5 Broaden methods of public engagement to reach
all segments of the community by giving additional consideration to diverse
backgrounds, languages, and needs
Regional Wasteshed Project
o Review recommendations from the North Front Range Regional Wasteshed Coalition, including
options that would increase opportunities for composting organic material, such as yard
trimmings and food scraps.
Environmental Health-4.11 Demonstrate progress toward achieving zero waste
within the community and the City organization
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
MAY 29 SPECIAL MEETING
Northern Integrated Supply Project (NISP) Resolution
o To consider a Resolution giving direction to staff for negotiations on NISP
JUNE 5 COUNCIL MEETING
Oil and Gas Land Use Code Update
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
Aweida Annexation – Annexation and Zoning
o Annexing and zoning the Aweida Annexation, located 4101 South Taft Hill Road (southwest
corner of South Taft Hill Road and West County Road 38E)
Neighborhood Livability and 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 and Zoning
o Annex and zone the East Gateway Annexation, located approximately ¼ mile northeast of the
I25 and East Mulberry Street interchange.
Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review processes.
Nuisance Violations
o Consider potential amendments to the Chapter 20 nuisance code violations, and create internal
policies that provide guidance to Code Enforcement Officers on when to issue immediate
citations.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health-1.7 Maintain and enhance attractive
neighborhoods through City services, innovative enforcement techniques and
voluntary compliance with City codes and regulations.
Staff Report: FC Lean
o Update Council on the progress made implementing the City’s process improvement program,
FC Lean. This was an Offer funded by Council in the 2017-18 Budget.
Staff Report: Abandoned Campsites Update
O Share updates on the new system for identifying and cleaning up abandoned campsites on City-
owned and managed properties, in particular on the Cache la Poudre corridor.
JUNE 11 (MONDAY) ADJOURNED MEETING
Mid-Year Evaluations of the City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Judge
JUNE 12 WORK SESSION CANCELED
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Upcoming
City Council Futures Committee – Monday, May 14 from 4-6 p.m. in the CIC Room at City Hall
CityWorks Graduation BBQ with City Manager, Mayor and Councilmembers, Tuesday, May 22
at Washington Park
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
MARCH SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 1.4% 4.3%
Net Use Tax Collected: 12.0% -15.2%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 3.2% 0.6%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are up 0.6% and total $34.2M.
MARCH SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: -0.7% 1.9%
Net Use Tax Collected: 2.3% 0.4%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -0.1% 1.7%
Year to date, the City has collected 1.7% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $556K 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: Construction
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: Two blocks of missing sidewalk along west side of Whedbee from Garfield
to Pitkin.
Current projects: Drake widening project is under construction on the south side from College to
Stover. The project will continue through May.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
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 is moving towards final design, expected early May
2018
Currently working towards rights of way acquisitions, reviewing appraisal and assembling offer
letters.
Staff completing City owned utility coordination and design.
Tree removal, earthwork and utility installation scheduled to occur in the month of May, signaling a
phased start to the project.
More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/suniga-to-college-improvements
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 has submitted all environmental clearance documentation to the Colorado Department of
Transportation for approval. Once approved, the property acquisition phase will begin. Staff
anticipates this phase 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, Developer Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $2.35M
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 moving towards final design by end of May 2018.
ROW discussions with affected property owners are on-going and acquisition is in process.
Construction will begin just after Memorial Day on May 29, 2018. There will be two major closures
along Horsetooth Road. Mid-June through mid-July the east leg of the intersection will be closed, and
from mid-July through mid-September the west leg of the intersection will be closed.
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 is complete with all of the
material from the NECCO project. Box culvert work
across Dry Creek has also started.
The City is in the process of right-of-way negotiations for
the parcel containing the proposed realigned Lemay and Suniga intersection.
Project was presented at Council Finance Committee on March 19, 2018. Staff is continuing to look
for funding options to complete the project.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Bike / Pedestrian Grade Separated
Crossing Fund)
Estimated Project Budget: $80k
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 5
preferred locations.
Project Status:
The Project team has built a prioritization tool based on various criteria centered around demand,
connectivity, safety, public support, social equity, cost and constructability. The team is now working
through the results of this prioritization and planning public outreach efforts through the City’s update to
the transportation master plan.
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
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
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 2017 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 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 was held on March 22 at EPIC. An additional meeting was held May 3.
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
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
Project Status:
The project has been put out to bid with a bid opening date of April 9.
Utilities are currently being relocated in preparation for construction.
Construction anticipated to start late April, early May.
The signal will be activated once the Harmony 23 development takes occupancy – which could be
as late as May 2019.
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING
Funding Source: Transportation Alternatives Program Federal
Grant Funding, Pedestrian Grade Separation Funds (CCIP)
Estimated Project Cost: $5M - $8M
Estimated Completion Date: 2020-2021
Phase: Advertisement for Design
Project Details:
The Power Trail provides connectivity between the Spring Creek
Trail to the north and the Fossil Creek Trail to the south. The
Trail currently has a gap approximately three-quarters of a mile
long north and south of Harmony Road. The detour route
requires users to cross Harmony Road at grade at McMurry.
This project will design, acquire property interests, and construct
a trail grade separated crossing at Harmony Road as well as the
trail connections on either side.
Project Status:
The Engineering Department has issued a Request for Proposals for Design Services and anticipates
having a consultant contract executed by June.
The initial phase of the design contract will be a feasibility study and alternatives analysis for
different project alternatives.
Current funding is $1.9M. Staff has submitted a BFO offer to request additional funding.
More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/powertrailcrossing
TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Fund, developer contribution, Surface
Transportation Block Grant
Estimated Project Budget: $6.5M
Estimated Completion Date: December 2020
Phase: RFP for design services to be released in May
Project Details:
This project will reconstruct South Timberline Road from Stetson Creek Drive to Trilby Road to the
City’s four lane arterial roadway standards. Planned improvements include; intersection improvements
at Kechter Road, Zephyr Road, and Trilby Road, multi-modal accommodations, raised medians, access
control, landscaping improvements, and roadway improvements. This project serves to build upon the
development improvements that have been completed along the corridor. This project will improve
safety, reduce congestion, and provide improved accommodations for alternate travel modes.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
Project Status:
A request to appropriate design funds to advance the project is currently before City Council.
If Council elects to appropriate the funds, an RFP for the project will be released in May.
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: Under Construction
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018
Project Details:
Park Planning & 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.
Project Status:
The 2 bridges on Fort Collins portion of trail will be installed
mid-May
Concrete is currently being poured in Loveland, and will work north
The pouring of the concrete will be complete the end of May, early June weather permitting
CRESCENT PARK
Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Fund
Total Project Cost: $2.5M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 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, opened to residents at the
beginning of March. The remaining area of the park will remain gated to allow turf and shrubs to take
root.
Project Status:
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
Site furnishings, seeding and installation of the art piece are anticipated to finish in the next few
weeks
An opening celebration is currently being planned to occur in mid to late summer
CAPITAL PROJECTS – OPERATION SERVICES
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – GARDEN EXPANSION
Funding Sources: $2.1M Privately Raised Funds
$900K General Funds
Total Project Cost: $3.0 M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018
Project Details:
Garden on Spring Creek Garden Expansion is
expanding the Gardens to add five acres to the
north. This will include an amphitheater with a
great-lawn for outdoor performances, several
arbors and many added garden areas for the
public to explore and enjoy.
Project Status:
Construction continues and the nice weather is helping to maintain schedule
Stage for amphitheater is under construction and the roof will be completed soon
Applying the final coat of sound-absorbing material on the sound walls
Rock walls are soon to be completed at the great lawn area
Sidewalks/walking paths are being placed in many areas of the garden
Relocated trees from Hughes Stadium should be transplanted by early May
Site irrigation and lighting are being installed as areas become available
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION (NEW)
Funding Sources: Building on Basic (BOB) II - $2.2M
Privately Raised Funds: $700K
Total Project Cost: $2,900,000
Phase: Schematic Design
Estimated Completion Date: Late fall 2019
PROJECT DETAILS:
The Gardens on Spring Creek Visitor Center
Expansion is adding approximately 4500 SF. This
includes a conservatory which will incorporate a
butterfly pavilion, extra meeting rooms, additional office
spaces, and Solar PV to offset the additional energy
usage.
Construction of New Stage and Sound Walls
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14
PROJECT STATUS:
Design-Build contract to Elder Construction
Conducted Schematic Design Charrette to review design and discuss energy reduction strategies
Conducting energy model to understand the building and possible energy use for various systems
Design to be completed by end of 2018
Construction is scheduled to start in early 2019
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER
Funding Source: Bonds
Estimated Project Cost: $9,250,000.
Phase: Schematic Design
Estimated Completion Date: Late 2019
PROJECT DETAILS:
The City of Fort Collins is partnering with The City of
Loveland to construct a new Police training facility
which will be located on the west side of the Loveland
Airport. This new site will offer a 50-yard pistol range, a
1.4 mile driving track along with some classrooms for
special training.
PROJECT STATUS:
Design team is working on site layout
Working to update budget for revised layout
CITY HALL BUILDING ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Operation Services 2017 Funds
Estimated Project Cost: $820,000
Phase: In Construction
Estimated Completion Date: July 2018
PROJECT DETAILS:
Demolition of existing elevator and north entrance. Installation of new
ADA accessible elevator and restroom on main lobby.
PROJECT STATUS:
Elevator shaft walls are under construction
Building new ADA restroom in north vestibule
Installing new mechanical, electrical and plumbing for elevator and restroom
Form, reinforce and place concrete for new elevator pit
Revised Conceptual Site Layout
Revised Conceptual Site Layout
Elevator Shaft Demolition
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
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, the Substation Phase, is detailed
below in construction. Phase 2 is complete, and Phase 3 will be
completed in conjunction with Engineering’s improvements at
Strauss Cabin & Harmony.
Project Updates:
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
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 Updates:
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 were removed by the owner. Project was hold
for 5 months, but has been started up again
Howes/Laurel duct bank is complete
The Vine Drive duct bank is complete
Circuits are 90% complete; once Cherry Street Duct Bank is
complete, final circuit section will be pulled in
Work has been scheduled to complete work at the substation to prepare for the new circuit
Vault Installation
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16
HP/BROADCOM CIRCUITS
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $500,000
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
Installation of approximately 1,400 feet of duct bank on
Broadcom property to add capacity and facilitate separately
metering several buildings on the site.
Project Updates:
Project has been divided into two phases with the intent to
meet a Hewlett Packard Enterprise deadline of splitting off
Building 5 by the end of June 2018
Phase 1 will include the installation of conduit and cable
north of the Ziegler entrance to Hewlett Packard Enterprise
metering equipment and is pending an easement from
Broadcom
Phase 2 will include installation of conduit and cable south of the Ziegler entrance to Harmony Rd.
and is 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 Updates:
Easement from Western Area Power Administration has
been received
Staking and routing design are in progress
Project is being coordinated with CSU staff
Hewlett-Packard Campus
Water Treatment Facility
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $214,590.00
Phase: Under Construction
Project Details:
Five new duct banks for additional capacity at the Harmony
substation
Project Updates:
Tree and stump removal completed
Berm removal completed to rough grade
Final grading will be completed once all duct banks and
vaults have been installed.
(2) of the (3) 8 x 16 vaults have been set and tied into the
Harmony duct banks
Construction of the first duct bank began May 2nd.
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 Updates:
Servers have been purchased
Software has been purchased
A consultant to assist with some aspects the upgrade has
been retained
I.T. is configuring two workstations and the servers for use
with the project
Tree Removal
SCADA System
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
WATER RECLAMATION AND BIOSOLIDS MASTER PLAN (NEW)
Funding Source: Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $500,000
Status: Being Prepared for Review
Estimated Completion Date: May 2018
Project Details:
This project is for the update of the Master Plans for the Drake
Water Reclamation Facility and the Mulberry Water Reclamation
Facility. Condition assessments of the existing infrastructure,
future population loadings and regulatory requirements, and
process improvements are being evaluated. Process optimization
recommendations will also be part of the final Master Plan.
Project Updates:
Finalized alternative recommendations
Review draft Master Plan
Continue Master Plan conclusions
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY SIDE STREAM TREATMENT
(NEW)
Funding Source: Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $4,300,000
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date: December 2019
Project Details:
This project is the design and installation of a wastewater side
stream treatment system to meet future nutrient (nitrogen and
phosphorous) regulations. The recycle stream from biosolids
dewatering carries high nutrient concentrations back to the main
stream treatment system. Side stream treatment will remove
nutrients from the recycle stream, which can potentially be
turned into fertilizer and reused.
Project Updates:
Evaluated treatment alternatives
Conducted evaluation workshop
Continue to evaluate shortlisted vendors
MULBERRY/RIVERSIDE DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS (NEW)
Funding Source: Stormwater, State of Colorado, and FEMA
Estimated Project Budget: $2,362,156
Status: Out to Bid
Example of CIP description for
project ranking
Excerpt from lifecycle cost
analysis
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Estimated Completion Date: September 2018
Project Details:
This drainage improvement project will provide a new storm sewer and inlets to address localized
drainage problems and reduce the effects of flood potential in the area during major storms. It is
funded by the City, State of Colorado, and FEMA as part of the federal Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program (HMGP). Drainage improvement work will be coordinated with a water line replacement
project along Cowan and East Myrtle Streets. City crews will install a new 6-inch waterline to replace
the existing 4-inch line in Cowan and East Myrtle Streets. Pipeline construction will be in March 2018
and continue through spring 2018.
Project Updates:
Procurement process for bidding – Cowan/Myrtle improvements
Waterline replacement by City crews
Outfall bank stabilization design
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Community Engagement peak season has begun. Key stats to date since January 2018: reached
over 3,170 participants through education outreach programs such as Voltbusters, Watershed field
trips and Stormwater programs that reach audiences varying from youth to senior citizens.
Community Engagement has managed or participated in 25 events that have reached 969
community members. May currently has over 29 booked education programs and utility events.
Envirovation: The business community, Customer Accounts and Community Engagement came
together to celebrate the 2017 achievements of Climate Wise participants. The businesses that
participated in ClimateWise were recognized for doing their part in reducing greenhouse gas
emissions and shared innovative solutions with their peers. There were 203 attendees at this event.
Income Qualified Assistance Program (IQAP): Staff, in conjunction with internal and external
stakeholders, have been evaluating the application process and how best to prequalify customers
based on LEAP participants. IQAP will use an extensive outreach and communications approach to
help achieve maximum participation.
Water Conservation Intergovernmental Government Agreements were signed with ELCO and Fort
Collins-Loveland water districts to implement the residential Sprinkler Audit Program. Water
Conservation is celebrating 2018 as our 20th year of the free Residential Sprinkler Audit program.
To date, 32 accounts have enrolled in the new Landscape Water Budget program aimed to support
customers facing annual water allotments and the recently increased Excess Water Use fees.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Retired Assistant Fire Marshal Credited with Saving Lives
Poudre Fire Authority celebrated the 32-year career of now-retired Assistant
fire marshal Joe Jaramillo. Those at his retirement celebration said he saved
countless lives through the quiet work of fire prevention. "Every time a fire
sprinkler head goes off in Fort Collins, we can say that Joe has probably
touched that," said Warren Jones, who is retired from PFA and once served
as the organization's fire marshal.
Education Specialist Recipient of Significant State Award
Poudre Fire Authority Education Specialist Michael
Durkin on April 17 received the Colorado Risk
Reduction Network Program of the Year- Large
Agency award. Michael won the award for
developing a program that utilizes Community
Service Action Teams. Each team consists of a
PFA employee and a social work student from
Colorado State University. While the PFA
employee installs smoke and carbon monoxide
alarms in high-risk homes, the social work student
talks with residents to evaluate other needs and connect individuals with community organizations and
programs that can help with those needs. PFA recorded a decrease in all emergency calls to the
targeted mobile home parks within six months after the installation events.
April 17 Grass Fire Burns Near Northside Aztlan Community Center
Despite strong winds that could have made conditions worse, Poudre Fire Authority firefighters quickly
put out a fire that burned vegetation along the banks of the Poudre River, northeast of Northside Aztlan
Community Center on East Willow Street. The cause of the fire is under investigation. There were no
reported injuries.
This serves as a reminder to be fire-wise every day, but particularly so on days when temperatures and
strong winds can help fire start and spread quickly. Don't throw cigarettes out of car windows, keep a
watchful eye while using your grill, and follow any posted burning regulations.
Mystery Person Warns Family to Escape Home During Fire
PFA firefighters on April 20 quickly put out a deck fire at a Fort Collins home on Kingston Drive. Here’s
the news of the day, though: An unknown passerby reportedly stopped, pounded on the door, yelled
and made sure the three people inside got out safely. All escaped without injury.
That person, whoever they are, saved lives. They just as easily could have called 911 while driving by
or not done anything at all. PFA thanks you for taking the time. We know this family thanks you, as well.
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If you witness or come upon an emergency, don't put yourself in danger. It is always the right decision
to call 911 and be prepared with specific information about the emergency. You should always get out
and stay out if there’s a fire; fires grow far faster than most people imagine. Seconds matter.
April 21 City Works 101 Visit to PFA Training Center
We had a ton of fun taking participants of City Works 101 behind the scenes of Poudre Fire Authority,
its staff and the services it provides to you, our community. City Works 101 is a City of Fort Collins -
Government program that gives people a more in-depth look at their local government. While at PFA’s
Training Center, the class learned about the organization’s history, budget and general services; talked
with a firefighter about their work; tried on bunker gear; watched firefighters demonstrate removing a
crushed car from around a person, called extrication; were introduced to PFA’s emergency services
drone and the Larimer County Aircraft Systems group (www.larimeruas.com); and had fun with science,
learning how it’s shaped the way PFA firefighters fight fires.
PFA Hosting Live-Burn Training at Donated Home May 22
Members of the public may see smoke and fire at a Larimer County property, north of Fort
Collins, during a multi-agency live-burn training later this month. As weather conditions allow,
the training is slated for May 22 at 325 N. Taft Hill Road, at a property donated by a private
owner. May 23 is an alternate date for the training event. Those with questions about the
training may contact Public Affairs and Communication Manager Madeline Noblett at
mnoblett@poudre-fire.org.
POLICE SERVICES
Key Incidents
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week – April 8-14 marked a national week of appreciation
for Dispatchers. These unsung heroes are the first line of assistance in an emergency, and they’ve
done everything from delivering babies to delivering life-saving instructions to reassuring people during
a crisis, and they do it all over the phone. In order to continuously improve their service to the Fort
Collins community, they launched a feedback survey: https://www.fcgov.com/dispatch/. We can’t say
enough about our Thin Gold Line who connects residents with police, fire, and medical assistance!
Investigation Regarding FCPS Arrest
A Fort Collins officer is under investigation following the arrest of a shoplifter. Per policy, all uses of force
are reviewed by the officer’s chain of command. An internal review of the videos raised concerns about
the use of force during this incident. Chief Terry Jones proactively reached out to the District Attorney's
Office based on concerns regarding the first responding officer’s use of force. Chief Jones then
contacted Larimer County Sheriff’s Office and asked them to review the entire event (as an
independent investigating agency) to determine if the officer’s actions violated any criminal laws. The
officer was placed on administrative leave pending the results of the investigation. An internal
administrative investigation was also opened. At its conclusion, the case will be sent to the Citizen
Review Board.
Crime Prevention
During designated Community Impact Days, patrol officers continued to focus on traffic enforcement.
Officers spent time conducting enforcement in school zones, as well as other areas that have frequent
collisions, traffic violations, or resident concerns. Officers also conducted drug interdiction and focused
on transient issues that impact safety and quality of life in Fort Collins. Police Services typically sees an
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increase in calls about disruptive behaviors related to the transient population as the weather warms
up, and we will continue to focus on this community concern as we enter the summer months.
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 21
telephone calls ranging from setting up a Dealing with
Difficult People class for employees from Xcel to a
man wanting some advice on what to do about being
harassed and threatened by an ex-girlfriend.
Presentations ranged from a pre-dawn class to a
Kiwanis group (they call themselves the “Eye Opener”
group because of the time of their meetings) on
Internet Security to having a safety table set up at
Macy’s. The Prescription Drug Take Back Event was
held on 04-28-18. Knowing that there are always
“early birds,” the table was set up at 9 a.m. (60
minutes before the event time), and saw 21 vehicles before 10 a.m. Total number of vehicles driving
through the event was 345, and 555 pounds were collected. That amount added to the lobby kiosk
weight of 1,137 pounds, making a collected total of 1,692 pounds that will be taken to the DEA and
incinerated. Here’s the breakdown on activities in April:
• Kiwanis, Frauds and Scams, 25 attended
• Macy’s Safety Fair, 35 attended
• Senior Pedestrian Safety, 12 attended
• RESTORE, 45 attended
• Difficult People at Plymouth Church, 10 attended
• Drug Take Back Day, 345 vehicles came by
Social Media
Cadet Food Drive - Being a police officer in Fort Collins extends beyond enforcement. Engagement is
one of our core values and a big part of our agency's culture. Our newest recruits are currently in Police
Academy, and they're already looking for ways to connect with this community. Our current class of
Academy cadets held a food drive to benefit the Fort Collins Rescue Mission. FCPS shared their efforts
on social media, garnering
positive public reactions and
non-perishable food donations
for the cause.
April Fools’ Video– FCPS gave
residents a laugh on April 1 and
showed their “softer” side with
the introduction of “Officer
Hops,” the police bunny recruit
trying to make his way on the
force. The video reached
thousands of people in our
community and beyond, earning
positive comments from around
the world. People regularly
remark that lighthearted content
is a breath of fresh air that they appreciate. View the full video online ..
https://www.facebook.com/fortcollinspoliceservices/videos/1383216455117321/
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PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING
City Plan
Staff and designated Plan Ambassadors have completed a series of Public Visioning events and the
data tabulation for this planning phase is near completion. A progress report on the Visioning phase
and preliminary concepts developed for the Community Scenarios phase will be presented to City
Council at its May 22nd Work Session.
Downtown and Transitions Code
Refinements to the DRAFT code updates are being refined based on the direction received from City
Council at its April 24th Work Session. Community Engagement, additional meetings with property
owners, designers, and businesses will continue between now and June 21st when the Planning and
Zoning Board will make a recommendation on the proposed changes.
East Mulberry Enclave
Approximately 75 property and business owners attended Open House events on April 25th and 26th to
get an update on the timing and impact of a potential future East Mulberry Enclave Annexation which
could happen as early as July 2021. Second reading of an ordinance for the East Gateway Annexation,
which creates the enclave, will occur on June 19, 2018.
Planned Unit Development Ordinance
Changes to the City’s Land Use Code that provide a more flexible development entitlement master
planning process, known as a PUD, have been distributed as a public review draft. The Planning and
Zoning Board will consider the draft ordinance at its May 31st hearing, with City Council consideration
of an ordinance as early as June 19th.
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 were presented to Council at its April 24, 2018 work session. Staff will
continue to do more study and outreach and will return to Council this fall.
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Neighborhood Connections
The Spring session of Neighborhood Connections core education continued this month, highlighting
communication skills, diversity, and equity issues and provided tools to address them within
neighborhoods. Future opportunities to pilot a mini-Neighborhood Connections program to increase
access for working adults and rental communities arose from a neighborhood meeting in the Harmony
Village community. A general town hall-style meeting, coordinated by Program Assistant, Katherine
Bailey, and Poudre School District partners provided opportunities for residents to discuss issues facing
their neighborhood. During that meeting, Harmony Village neighbors expressed interest in the
Neighborhood Connections-type training programs offered by Neighborhood Services to assist with
community relationship building.
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Neighborhood Services staff delivered informational sessions about resources, services, and programs
for CityWorks, Larimer Connects Citizen Meeting, and four (4) Police Services Trainings. Senior City
Planner, JC Ward, is working with newly assigned Neighborhood Enforcement Team (NET) Officers to
tour neighborhoods under their purview and discuss ideas for coordinated efforts to address reported
issues in preparation for the onboarding of the new NET Sergeant and Police Chief.
Vibrant Neighborhoods Grant
The ‘Meeting-in-a-Box’ sessions, held for eighteen (18) neighborhoods, allowed City staff and CSU
Center for Public Deliberation volunteers to facilitate the co-creation of neighborhood projects for the
Vibrant Neighborhoods Grant. To date, fifteen (15) neighborhoods have submitted Letters of Intent for
the next steps of the application process. Support continues for projects awarded in 2017. The new
Neighborhood Services Program Assistant, Julie Wenzel, began working through process
documentation, planning for Letter of Intent review panels, and researching grant management
software currently in use by the City and partner organizations to establish BMP’s and product selection
for process improvement within Neighborhood Services and potentially throughout other City grantor
departments.
Mediation and Restorative Justice Services
Meet-A-Mediator: Mediation staff and volunteers held the very first Meet-A-Mediator event on April 7 at
the Campus West Connections Office. This new monthly event is drop in time for Fort Collins residents
to talk to a mediator about neighborhood conflicts they have and what the Mediation program has to
offer. Mediation staff and volunteers are excited to offer this new, innovative service to our residents.
The event will be held the first Saturday of each month, 10am – 12 noon at the Campus West
Connections Office.
Mediation for Planning: Mediation program provided mediation services for a situation referred by the
Planning Department head. The mediation helped avoid a City resident approaching the Planning and
Zoning Board for a minor amendment. This was the first mediation case of this type and may lead to
further collaborations.
RJ Volunteer Wins Prestigious City Award: Long-time Restorative Justice volunteer, Linda Maher, was
awarded the City of Fort Collins Life-Time Achievement Award. This award was presented at the April
28 National Volunteer Month Celebration, a collaboration between the City and United Way. Since
2002, Linda has contributed to improving the lives of more than 170 youth and their families as well as
76+ victims of crime in our community. Through her volunteer work with Fort Collins Restorative Justice
Services programs, she brought together young people who committed offenses with the victims of
those offenses and families, friends and community members. She would facilitate a process where the
people worked together to identify the harms caused by the criminal activity and find ways to repair the
harm. Through her work she changed lives and relationships of our fellow community members, all for
the better. Linda also volunteered with Fort Collins Police Services Victim Advocate Program.
FC MOVES
West Mulberry Improvements Project
Construction will begin on the W. Mulberry St. project in June 2018. Building on the recommendations
adopted in the 2017 Old Town Neighborhoods Plan and 2014 Bicycle Master Plan, the City will be
resurfacing and restriping W. Mulberry St. between Overland Tr. and Jackson Ave. in 2018 to address
safety concerns and improve conditions for corridor users. This project will reshape W. Mulberry St. to
include a new center turn lane, one travel lane in each direction, and protected bike lanes. Crossing
improvements will be constructed at Mulberry and Impala, Mulberry and City Park, and Shields and
Magnolia.
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Fort Collins Bike Share Expansion
The Fort Collins Bike Share Program will double in size in early June. The expanded program will
include more than 20 new bike share stations across Fort Collins, an additional 110 bikes, and new
program branding and functionality.
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 $31
million improvement project.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
Development Project Submittals Rec’d
Conceptual/Preliminary Design Reviews/Staff reviews
Performed
Building Permits Issued
Building Permit Valuations ($M)
Building Inspections Performed
2017 YTD
105
101
2,183
$148.28
10,160
2018 YTD
112
66
2,868
$135.71
11,352
% Change
6.67%
-34.65%
31.38%
-8.48%
11.73%
Overall Development Review revenues are $40,949 over projection for 2018 as of April 30st with
Development Review over by $43,597 and Engineering Development Review under by $(2,649).
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
The Fort Collins community reduced carbon emissions to 17 percent below 2005 levels in 2017,
furthering progress from 15 percent in 2016 and putting the community on its way to meeting 2020
climate action goals, Mayor Wade Troxell announced in April. The community aims to lower
emissions 20 percent by 2020. Got ideas about how to help the community get there? Grants
ranging from $3,000 to $75,000 are available for pilot projects through the Innovate Fort Collins
Challenge. Letters of intent are due May 18. Go to https://www.fcgov.com/innovate.
The City wants to help you keep our air clean. From May 1 – July 31 we’re offering residents up to
$50 in rebates. You can save when you choose any combination of the following ‘clean’
options: purchase clean lawn and garden equipment from participating local retailers, hire a clean
lawn service, or recycle a polluting gas lawnmower. Online purchases are not eligible.
Recycle mattresses, large bulky plastics and hardcover books at a special event from 9 a.m. to 3
p.m. Saturday, June 9 at the Timberline Recycling Center, 1903 S. Timberline Road. $5 entry fee,
additional fees apply.
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SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
In April, the Social Sustainability Department partnered with the Utilities Floodplain Administrator,
Marsha Hilmes-Robinson, to provide training on the dangers of flooding in Fort Collins to homeless
service providers. Providers learned about our floodplain, flash-flooding, areas that are more prone
to flooding, the most common risks, and how to sign their clients up for life-saving Larimer
Emergency Telephone Authority (LETA) alerts.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Representatives of the City - from Economic Health and Utilities - recently met with businesses
along Walnut Street to debrief a recent construction project. City staff plan to develop a toolkit to
help engage and support businesses on similar projects in the future.
Campus West businesses met the Mayor, City Councilmembers and the City Manager on April 17
to talk about collaboration, long-term planning around zoning and use issues, safety and mobility.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Volunteer Recognition Month
Senior Center Guest Services volunteer, Ann Dimond, received the United Way’s Dedicated Senior
Hero Award.
Pottery Studio Improvements
Recreation continues to make improvements at the Pottery Studio. The new Raku kiln has been
installed and plumbed with gas. Five new pottery wheels have replaced several of the inoperable old
ones.
PARKS
Free Mulch
The free mulch giveaway, coordinated by Forestry, was a great success. The mulch material was
made from the debris generated by the snow storm last May and the normal pruning operations
performed by the Forestry Division. A second give away date will be set for mid-May.
Lee Martinez Improvements
The Lee Martinez playground replacement is underway. A new design has been completed and
equipment is being installed currently.
CULTURAL SERVICES
Art in Public Places/Visual Arts
The Art in Public Places program is starting the eighth season of collaborating with the Bohemian
Foundation and the Downtown Development Authority on the Pianos About Town Program. The first
piano of the season is currently being painted at FCMoD. Artists will start painting their piano murals in
Old Town Square on May 9th.
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Gardens on Spring Creek
The Gardens held the first Blossoms and Butterflies event, a fundraiser that included an exhibit and
auction of works by local artists. 500 people attended the exhibit and over $16,000 was raised for the
Visitor’s Center expansion.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Feature: Spring Community Issues Forum was Wednesday, May 2
Topics: Affordable Housing and Outdoor Burning
Nearly 80 attendees and included childcare corner
Small group discussions explored community concerns around both topics as well as expectations
around the City’s role and potential approaches/solutions.
Public Engagement Recap
First Cafecito with Police Services’ Spanish Team – coffee with a cop events specifically for
Spanish speakers offering open discussion and questions; La Familia, May 2
CityPlan Visioning Workshops - all three well attended; follow up meeting to review feedback
report and next steps for continued engagement
Budgeting for Outcomes Engagement Launched – updates to fcgov.com/budget, project and
prioritization exercise published on OurCity; mobile budget booth and presentation planning,
engagement period runs through early June
Summer in the City Applications – short-term summer and civic engagement camp will run June
11-14 in partnership with PSD; https://www.fcgov.com/cityworks/summerinthecity
Invite Your City Launches – City resource and presentation request form for public use;
https://ourcity.fcgov.com/city-resource-and-engagement-request-form
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Final Meeting Community Trust Initiative Stakeholder Group – reviewed report, ideas and
recommendations; May 3
Boards and Commissions Super Issues Meeting – Monday, May 7 at The Lincoln Center,
Columbine Room. Topics included: 2018 Strategic Plan and BFO Updates; Triple Bottom Line
Scan; Outdoor Residential Wood Burning
FoCo Speaks Out! – Wednesday, May 9 at The Lincoln Center. Conversations focused around
local issues of social justice with La Familia, Diversity Solutions and City of Fort Collins
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 Environmental Health Outcome Area.
Analysis:
Q4 2017 electricity use was 16.8% below the 2005 baseline. The annual value for 2017 was 16.4%
below 2005. This shows a continuing pattern from the first three quarters of 2017; in addition,
December weather was very mild. More detailed results include:
• Electricity use in 2017 was 1.0% less than in 2016.
• Residential electricity use was 2.0% less in 2017 than 2016; commercial electricity use was
1.5% lower.
• In absence of our portfolio of energy programs and services, we estimate electricity use would
have been 2% higher in 2017 compared to 2016
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• Programs and services are one primary factor helping to keep electricity use flat while the
population has continued to increase. Other factors include codes and standards, general
availability of efficient products, customer conservation behavior and increasing local renewable
energy production.
Definition:
Percent change in electricity use (kilowatt hours or kWh) per capita compared to 2005 (baseline year)
The metric is evaluated quarterly, and is one measure of the community's energy efficiency.
Why is this metric important?
Percent change in kWh hours compared to the baseline year (2005) is a measure of the effectiveness
of the City's energy conservation programs over time and influences the City's ability to meet energy
and climate related goals.
City’s impact on this metric:
Medium – The Utilities' Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs provides programs and services
to promote reduce energy use. Weather and local economic conditions are the other primary influences
which have an impact on the electric usage of the community.
Benchmarks:
Benchmarking in progress
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/