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SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
SEPTEMBER 18 COUNCIL MEETING ........................................................................................................................4
SEPTEMBER 25 ADJOURNED MEETING ..................................................................................................................5
OCTOBER 2 COUNCIL MEETING ..............................................................................................................................5
OCTOBER 9 WORK SESSION ....................................................................................................................................6
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ........................................................................................................6
EQUITY AND INCLUSION EFFORTS ..........................................................................................................................6
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION .................................................................................................. 7
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ...................................................................................................................................7
CAPITAL PROJECTS- ENGINEERING ................................................................................................ 7
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................7
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET ................................................................8
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS ....................................................................................................8
NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY 1 .....................................................................9
HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS .............................................................................9
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................................................... 10
SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION ......................................................................................................... 10
RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................................... 11
HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION ............................................................................................... 11
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING ................................................................ 12
TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT ............................................................................................................. 12
MULBERRY CORRIDOR PROJECT .......................................................................................................................... 13
DRAKE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 13
CAPITAL PROJECTS – PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ........................................................ 14
FOSSIL CREEK TRAIL – SHIELDS TO COLLEGE ....................................................................................................... 14
CRESCENT PARK ................................................................................................................................................... 14
POUDRE RIVER WHITEWATER PARK .................................................................................................................... 15
CAPITAL PROJECTS – OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................. 15
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – GARDEN EXPANSION ......................................................................................... 15
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION ........................................................................................ 16
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 16
CITY HALL BUILDING ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................................... 17
CAPITAL PROJECTS – UTILITIES .................................................................................................... 17
EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK ............................................................................................................................... 17
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT ................................................................ 17
HP BROADCOM CIRCUITS .................................................................................................................................... 18
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY ............................................................................................................................. 18
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT ............................................................................. 19
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 19
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY MICROHYDRO PROJECT ...................................................................................... 20
SPRING CREEK IMPROVEMENTS AT EDORA PARK ............................................................................................... 20
MAGNOLIA STREET OUTFALL .............................................................................................................................. 21
TRANSFORT AND PARKING SERVICES .......................................................................................... 21
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 22
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 22
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 24
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 26
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING ................................................................................................................... 26
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 26
GRAFFITI UPDATE ................................................................................................................................................ 28
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON .............................................................................................................................. 28
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 28
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 28
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 29
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 29
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 29
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 29
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 30
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 30
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 30
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 31
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 31
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 18 COUNCIL MEETING
2019-20 Budget Public Hearing
o Public hearing to gather citizen input on 2019-2020 proposed City Budget.
Phase II Poudre River Flows Plan IGA and Agreement for the use of certain City Water Rights
in the Poudre River Flows Plan
o Review and ask for approval of a Phase II IGA with the Poudre River Instream Flow Plan
partners; and, to review and approve the proposed use of certain City water rights in the Plan. A
coalition, including the City, has been developing a Plan to protect and provide instream flows
on the Poudre River. Phase I of the Plan is drawing to a close. Phase II will entail a water court
application by the State of Colorado on behalf of the partners. Three partners have offered
water to include in the Plan, Fort Collins, Greeley, and Thornton.
Environmental Health – 4.9 – Sustain and improve the health of the Cache la Poudre
River and its watershed. 4.8 Protect and enhance natural resources on City-owned
properties and throughout the community
Larimer County Behavioral Health Plan
o Consider a Resolution regarding the Larimer County Behavioral Health Plan
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.2 – Leverage and improve collaboration
with other agencies to address homelessness, poverty issues and other high priority
human service needs
Waterfield Metropolitan Districts Consolidated Service Plan (continued from September 4)
o Consider approving the Metro District Service Plan for the Waterfield Project. Waterfield is a 71-
acre proposed residential development located in the northeast portion of the community. The
project will deliver a number of stated extraordinary public benefits, including enhanced
environmental sustainability, critical public infrastructure, smart growth development, and
affordable housing.
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.
Water’s Edge Metropolitan Districts Consolidated Service Plan (continued from September
4)
o Consider approving the Metro District Service Plan for the Water’s Edge Project. Water’s Edge
is a proposed 235-acre mostly residential development located in the northeast portion of the
community. The project will be an age targeted development that is geared around an aging in
place philosophy. The project features a non-potable water system, open space
enhancements, and other services and support targeted for the 55-years and older age
demographic.
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.
Larimer County Community Report
o Commissioner Steve Johnson will highlight the work done by the City of Fort Collins and
Larimer County, working together to serve the citizens.
Staff Report: 2018 Bike to Work Day
o Highlight the City’s annual Bike to Work Day events and discuss the linkage to the Climate
Action Plan “Take Two” initiative.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
SEPTEMBER 25 ADJOURNED MEETING
H25 Pre-Application Hearing
o Allow a prospective developer to receive preliminary feedback from Council about a land use
proposal located at the southwest quadrant of the I-25/Harmony Road interchange.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.5 – Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review processes
Montava Pre-Application PUD Overlay
o Provide an opportunity for applicants of the potential Montava development to present
conceptual information regarding the proposed development including how site constraints will
be addressed and issues of controversy or opportunities related to the development
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.5 – Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review processes
Montava Metropolitan Districts Consolidated Service Plan (Continued from September 4)
o Consider approving the Metro District Service Plan for the Montava project. Montava is a 900
acre proposed mixed-use development located in the northeast portion of the community. The
project will deliver a number of stated extraordinary public benefits, including enhanced
environmental sustainability, critical public infrastructure, smart growth development, and
affordable housing.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.5 – Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review processes
OCTOBER 2 COUNCIL MEETING
2019-20 Budget Public Hearing
o Public hearing to gather citizen input on 2019-2020 proposed City Budget.
2018 Annual Adjustment Ordinance
o Appropriate expenses related to unanticipated revenue, grants and unforeseen costs that had
not been previously budgeted
Design Compatibility and Character Land Use Code Amendments
o Amend the Land Use Code to address the compatibility of new construction with existing built
environment. Those efforts include improved Historic Adjacency Standards and design
standards for Downtown and within transition areas as the interface between Downtown and the
Old Town Neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.5 – Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review processes
100% Renewable Electricity Resolution
o The purpose of this item is to consider a resolution to establish a community-wide 100%
renewable electricity goal by 2030 in addition to the community’s climate action goals
Environmental Health – 4.3 Achieve 2020 Energy Policy goals and work toward long-
term net zero energy
Hughes Stadium Annexation and Zoning (first reading, consent)
o Annex and zone the Hughes Stadium Annexation, located at South Overland Trail and County
Road 42C (2011 N. County Road 21)
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health – 1.7 – Guide development through
community planning, historic preservation and efficient and effective development
review
Northern Integrated Supply Project (NISP) - Comments
o Consider a Resolution directing the City Manager to submit comments on NISP
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Environmental Health – 4.9 Sustain and improve the health of the Cache la Poudre
River and its watershed
Collective Bargaining Agreement
o Approve a collective bargaining agreement between the City and the Northern Colorado Lodge
#3, Colorado Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and authorize execution of such agreement.
Safe community – 5.2 Enhance our Police Services capability to foster public trust
and create a safer community
Amending the Yearly Evaluation Process for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Chief
Municipal Judge
o Consider a resolution to amend the evaluation process for the City Manager, City Attorney and
Chief Judge to be held early in the year.
OCTOBER 9 WORK SESSION
Lockers at Mennonite Church Appeal
o Consideration of an appeal of the Planning and Zoning Board’s decision regarding External
Storage Lockers at the Fort Collins Mennonite Fellowship, 300 East Oak Street.
2019-20 Budget #2
O Review the budget offers included in the City Manager’s Recommended Budget and answer
questions of Councilmembers:
Environmental Health
Transportation
High Performing Government
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Community Issues Forum – Wednesday, Oct. 10; Senior Center; 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Prairie
Sage Room; topics will include: FoCo Creates Arts and Culture Master Plan; Water Scarcity
Education and Scenario discussion; and KFCG.
City Plan Scenario Workshops- Saturday, September 22, 10am-12pm at Front Range Community
College; Wednesday, September 26, 6-8pm at Northside Aztlan Center; Thursday, September 27
from 6-8pm at the Senior Center.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION EFFORTS
Spanish Community Outreach: Police Services has been hosting “Cafecitos” in partnership with
The Family Center La Familia. These gatherings are focused on discussing issues of concern to our
Hispanic/Latino community. In August, Spanish-speaking officers and civilians from FCPS met with
residents to discuss mental health resources, substance use in our community, and chronic issues
impacting their neighborhoods. The ongoing Cafecito series has been a positive way to connect
with Hispanic/Latino members of our Fort Collins community.
FoCo Creates Arts and Culture Master Plan - launching next phase of public engagement;
partnering with CreatesPlaces who will be organizing three focused outreach events specifically
around inclusivity, diversity and accessibility to the arts and culture. The first took place on
Thursday, Aug. 23 and the next will be Thurs., Sept. 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the
Community Room at the Old Town Library.
Community Trust Initiative – Stakeholder meeting Sept. 19
Air Park Mobile Home Park Resource Fair – Sept. 17, working with City Plan ambassador,
featuring rebate program and annexation/City Plan information
PSD Parent Academy for parents that speak English as a second language – featuring
rebates, Natural Areas, Recreation, and language resources
Recreator Workshop at La Familia - Sept. 20 featuring volunteer opportunities, language
resources and step-by-step Recreator sign up workshop
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Racial Equity Workshop – City Council, leadership and managers will attend a workshop on racial
equity given by the National League of Cities. The training covers the history of racism in America
and the role of government in advancing equity within their local communities.
Healthy Homes Program: Healthy Homes is a free, indoor air quality program for residents of the
City of Fort Collins aimed at improving the air quality of their homes by reducing chemical and
biological pollutants, and promoting safety. Assessments are offered in English, Spanish, and
Chinese year-round.
SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION
MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
JULY SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 4.7% 4.3%
Net Use Tax Collected: -11.1% -16.8%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 2.1% 0.4%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are up 0.4% and total $79.4M.
JULY SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 2.1% 1.8%
Net Use Tax Collected: -7.9% -4.9%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 0.6% 0.7%
Year to date, the City has collected 0.7% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $580K over budget.
CAPITAL PROJECTS- ENGINEERING
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Source: Community Capital
Improvement Program (CCIP)
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: Staff is
reviewing the current budget and will be identifying any additional projects.
Current projects: Laporte Avenue project was complete in August. Whedbee and Buckingham
projects mentioned in previous report are complete.
Capital Project
Updates are
indicated in bold
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More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET
Funding Source: 2017 / 2018 BFO, COFC Utilities, Transportation
Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), Developer Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $3.7M
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2019
Phase: Right-of-Way Negotiations
Project Details:
Design and construction of a new arterial roadway that connects existing
Suniga Road, from Blondel St. to College Avenue.
Project Status:
Final design is complete and the project is ready to bid, pending
final right-of-way acquisition.
More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/suniga-to-college-improvements
DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants, Community Capital Improvement
Program (CCIP), Developer Contributions, DDA Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M for Jefferson Street (Design and
right-of-way), $3.8M for Willow Street
Estimated Completion Date: Jefferson 2023, Willow 2019
Phase: Jefferson – Right-of-way acquisition
Willow – Final Design
Project Details:
The goals of this project are to provide various design and
construction improvements within the Downtown River District.
The project’s current focus is acquiring right of way and
easements for planned improvements along Jefferson Street
between College Avenue and the Mountain/Lincoln Intersection.
The project is also designing roadway and urban design
improvements along Willow Street between College Avenue and Linden Street; including a pedestrian
plaza at the northern corner of Willow Street and Linden Street.
Project Status:
Staff met with the River District Business Association in late August to discuss the project
scope, schedule, and proposed construction phasing.
A public open house occurred on September 6 at Wolverine Coffee House.
Current Jefferson funding is $1.4M. Staff will finalize the construction estimate in 2019,
which is currently in the range of $10M - $12M.
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NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS – CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY 1
Funding Source: Federal Grants, URA Contribution, Pedestrian
Program Funds, County Funds, Transportation Capital
Expansion Fee (TCEF), Developer Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $2.35M
Estimated Completion Date: Winter 2018/Spring 2019
Phase: Utility Relocations
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:
Utility relocations are occurring, in preparation for the CDOT
roadway reconstruction work.
Final design is complete, and the project is ready to bid
for construction. City staff is meeting with CDOT staff in September to finalize the
construction schedules for both agencies’ projects.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/ncollege.php
HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Sources: 2017/2018 BFO, Federal Grants, Bridge Program Funds, Transportation Capital
Expansion Fee (TCEF), Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP – Arterial Intersection)
Estimated Project Budget: $7.5 M
Estimated Completion Date: November 11, 2018
Phase: Construction
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:
The second major closure, Horsetooth Road west of College Avenue, will re-open on
September 10 with full turning movements available at the intersection.
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The Horsetooth Bridge deck was recently completed, along with concrete paving at the
intersection.
Construction will continue after September 10 with daily lane closures and night work for
final paving operations.
More information is available at fcgov.com/horsetoothandcollege/
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG), Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), 2017
/ 2018 BFO
Estimated Project Budget: $22M ($12M currently allocated)
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 been completed.
The City completed the right-of-way acquisition for
the parcel containing the proposed realigned Lemay
and Suniga intersection.
Current funding is $12M. Staff has submitted a BFO offer to request the unfunded portion of
$10M.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay
SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF),
2015/2016 BFO, Developer Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $1.2M
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2019
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 City and Great Western are in the process of signing
the settlement agreement for the proposed at-grade
crossing. The settlement agreement states that Great
Western will begin the railroad crossing construction in 2018 and complete their work in
early 2019.
The roadway construction is expected to be complete in the second quarter of 2019.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/sharppoint
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Federal Grants and Bridge Program Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $4.3M
Estimated Completion Date: December 2018
Phase: Construction begins in mid-September
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:
Project was awarded to the contractor in late-August.
Construction begins on September 17 with a 6-week full closure of Riverside Ave.
anticipated in mid-October thru mid-November.
Public meetings were held on March 22 and May 3 at EPIC. Additional outreach will be ongoing
throughout construction
HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Fund,
developer contribution
Estimated Project Budget: $800K
Estimated Completion Date: September 2018
Phase: Construction of Landscaping
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 roadway portion of the project was substantially
complete in early June.
Final landscape and irrigation work will be completed in September.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING
Funding Source: Federal Grant, Community Capital
Improvement Program (CCIP - Bike / Pedestrian Grade
Separated Crossings)
Estimated Project Budget: $5M - $8M
Estimated Completion Date: 2020-2021
Phase: Alternatives Analysis – Conceptual 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:
Staff will begin subsurface explorations and utility potholing in September. This work will
require a few days of lane closures on Harmony Road.
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 (TCEF),
Developer Contribution, Federal Grant
Estimated Project Budget: $6.5M
Estimated Completion Date: 2020 - 2021
Phase: Drafting the Request for Proposal (RFP)
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.
Project Status:
The project contains a $2.2 M grant which becomes available in 2020.
Staff will release an RFP in the fall of 2018 for design services.
Current funding is $5M. Staff has submitted a BFO offer to request the unfunded portion of
$1.5M.
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MULBERRY CORRIDOR PROJECT
Funding Source: FC Bikes, Street Maintenance Program
Estimated Project Budget: $600k
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
Building on the recommendations adopted in the 2017 Old Town Neighborhoods Plan and 2014 Bicycle
Master Plan, the City will be improving W. Mulberry Street between Jackson Ave. and Overland Trail in
2018. This project will restripe Mulberry to add a center turn lane while also piloting protected bicycle
lanes. Bicycle and pedestrian crossing improvements are also planned at the following locations along
the corridor: Mulberry at Impala/Ponderosa, Mulberry at City Park, and N. Shields at Magnolia.
Project Status:
The project team has completed multiple phases of public outreach.
The surface treatment and re-striping were completed in July and the corridor was re-opened to
traffic.
The raised bike protection elements are complete (concrete curbs, steel rails, and
delineators).
Protected intersection at Mulberry and Bryan is scheduled for the first week in September.
Shields and Magnolia Toucan signal is scheduled for implementation in early October.
DRAKE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Bridge Program Funds,
COFC Utilities
Estimated Project Budget: $2.8M
Estimated Completion Date: May 2019
Phase: In Design
Project Details:
The project will replace the structurally
deficient bridge over the Larimer Canal No.
2, adjacent to the Colorado State University
(CSU) Veterinary Teaching Hospital
(between Research Boulevard and the MAX
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line). This project is in partnership with the City’s Utility Department, which will upgrade aging
storm sewer infrastructure adjacent to the bridge replacement.
Project Status:
The project is in final design and will be advertised for construction in late 2018, pending
Bridge Program funding from the 2019 BFO process.
Construction is expected to occur from late January 2019 thru May 2019. An 8-week full
closure is proposed for the months of February and March 2019. The full closure will be
incentivized/disincentivized through the construction contract.
A communication and public outreach plan will be developed in September.
CAPITAL PROJECTS – PARK PLANNING &
DEVELOPMENT
FOSSIL CREEK TRAIL – SHIELDS TO COLLEGE
Funding Source: ConTrust Fund, GOCO grant
Total Project Cost: $5M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018
Project Details:
Construction has begun on the Fossil Creek Trail -
Shields to College, and is anticipated to be
complete fall, 2018. This trail will provide an
important east/west connection between College
Avenue and Shields Street under the BNSF
railroad. The trail will also connect with the Long
View Trail, which will opened August 18th.
Project Status:
Design of the artwork is under way and a location for installation is being assessed
Trail construction through Red Tail Grove Natural Area is nearing completion. The next
portion of trail to be constructed will be along Fossil Creek Drive
CRESCENT PARK
Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Funds
Total Project Cost: $2.7M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion: 2018
Project Details:
Crescent Park is a 7-acre neighborhood park
located in the heart of the Maple Hill
neighborhood. Project elements include an in-
earthed restroom, shelter, playground, irrigation
pond and concrete walks.
Project Status:
Artwork by Carolyn Braaksma has been installed
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Turf grass and native seeding are near completion
The restroom and drinking fountain have opened for use
POUDRE RIVER WHITEWATER PARK
Funding Source: CCIP, BOB 2, General
Fund, Private/Public Donations, Natural
Areas, Stormwater, URA, Park Planning
& Development
Total Project Cost: $11.5M
Phase: Under Construction
Estimated Completion: 2019
Project Details:
The Poudre River Whitewater Park
project has been a collaborative effort
between multiple City departments,
local advocates, and the philanthropic
community. A Groundbreaking
ceremony was held August 23rd. The
project is estimated to be complete in summer, 2019.
Project Status:
Contractor staging is underway
Construction in the river can begin October 1
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:
Contractor is working to finish up punch-list items.
Gardens staff has started to install their landscaping and plantings.
Working through a resolution for cracks in sound-absorbing walls.
Great Lawn at The Gardens
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GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION
Funding Sources: Building on Basic (BOB) II - $2.2M
Privately Raised Funds: $700K
Total Project Cost: $2,900,000
Phase: Design Development
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.
Project Status:
Re-designing existing mechanical and electrical systems with new building.
Facilities staff working to improve existing building envelope for better performance.
Design to be completed by end of 2018.
Construction is scheduled to start in early 2019.
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER
Funding Sources: $9.25M generated from bonds for the City of Fort Collins
$9.25M from City of Loveland
Total Project Cost: $18.5M
Phase: Design Development
Estimated Completion Date: Early 2020
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:
Project team modified the office/classroom space to be wood frame construction to
reduce the cost and get the project close to budget.
Loveland has applied for a grant that could include up to $1M to help with project funding.
The grant will be awarded early 2019.
Loveland and Fort Collins Art in Public Places (APP) teams are working to bring an artist
to the project team to create the art piece for the project.
Floor Plan for Expanded Visitor Center
Current SD Site Plan (Red) is
future phases
Current SD Site Plan (Red) is
future phases
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
CITY HALL BUILDING ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Operation Services 2017 Funds
Estimated Project Cost: $820,000
Phase: Complete
Completion Date: August 2018
Project Details:
Demolition of existing elevator and north entrance. Installation of
new ADA accessible elevator and restroom on main lobby.
Project Status:
Contractor completed punch-list items. Project is complete.
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. Phase 2, installation of the duct bank between the
substation and Ziegler Rd is complete. Phase 3, installation of
the duct bank between Ziegler Rd and Strauss Cabin Rd is
complete.
Project Status: No updates this month
Phase 1 in construction
Phases 2 and 3 are complete
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS
AND DUCT BANK PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $2,804,340
Phase: Complete
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 is complete
Howes/Laurel duct bank is complete
The Vine Drive duct bank is complete
Circuits work is complete Vault Installation
Vault Installation
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
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 to add capacity and facilitate separately
metering several buildings on the site.
Project Status: No updates this month
Project has been divided into two phases
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 7,300 feet of three-phase from Overland Trail to
the Treatment Facility in an existing easement on Colorado
State University Property
Project Status:
Project design is being reviewed by CSU staff
L&P staff met with all stake holders on August 30th as a
final step prior to construction
Construction began on September 4th, and it will last 4 to
6 weeks.
Hewlett-Packard Campus
Water Treatment Facility
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 19
HARMONY DUCT BANK – HARMONY SUBSTATION PROJECT
Funding Source: Development Fees
Estimated Project Budget: $214,590
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 completed to rough grade
Final grading will be completed once all duct banks and
vaults have been installed.
(3) 8 x 16 vaults have been set and tied into the harmony
duct banks
Construction of the first duct bank completed from substation
to new 8 x 16 vault completed.
Landscape plan finalized with Elite Industries, appropriate City departments and HOA.
Final grading, irrigation, and all landscaping to be completed in September.
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:
All Iconics Genesis64 software has been installed on the
new SCADA servers
The ESCADA team and IT are working together on
creating secure user accounts and domains for the new
ESCADA system
The ESCADA team is currently working on configuring
the new OPC server (Kepserver) and attempting to
communicate with field devices
SCADA System
Duct Bank
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 20
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY MICROHYDRO PROJECT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $715,000
Status: In design
Estimated Completion Date: 1st Quarter 2019
Project Details:
The City of Fort Collins receives its raw water from the Poudre River and
Horsetooth Reservoir. Due to the elevation differences between the plant
and the sources, pressure dissipating valves on site reduce the energy of the
water. The micro hydropower project will develop the hydroelectric
potential from the raw water supply from Horsetooth Reservoir.
Project Updates:
Preparing final design drawings of turbine unit
Review and comment on final design drawings of the unit
SPRING CREEK IMPROVEMENTS AT EDORA PARK
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $1,000,000
Status: Phase I construction September - November 2018
Estimated Completion Date: November 2018
Project Details:
This project will include utility infrastructure modifications to facilitate the
bridge replacement work. This work includes installation of a buried water
quality vault, raising a sanitary sewer manhole and constructing a
protective concrete cap over the sanitary sewer line.
Project Updates:
Integration of project design with the Riverside bridge
Joint CLOMR approval from FEMA - completed
CDOT final approval of the bridge plans - completed
Final design plan set of
turbine unit
Flooding at Spring Creek and
Riverside Bridge
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 21
MAGNOLIA STREET OUTFALL
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $480,000
Status: In design, construction 2020
Estimated Completion Date: 2023
Project Details:
The Magnolia Street Outfall Project is a large diameter storm
sewer outfall into the Poudre River. The current alignment runs
west along Magnolia Street to Shields Street. Pipe diameters
range from 60” up to 132”. Construction methods include open cut
with the potential for tunneling under Riverside Avenue, College
Avenue, Mason Street, and Mulberry Street.
Project Updates:
LID analysis - completed
Comparison of alternatives - completed
Seek input from other departments - completed
TRANSFORT AND PARKING SERVICES
Citywide Bus Stop Improvement Program
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG) and
Building on Basics (BOB)
Estimated Project Budget: 2018 - $375k
Estimated Completion Date: Ongoing
Phase: Planning and Construction
Project Details:
The purpose of the Bus Stop Improvements Program is to
bring Transfort bus stops into Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) compliance to make transit accessible and comfortable
to people of all abilities and ages. The goal is to achieve full
ADA compliance by 2026. The process includes prioritizing
and selecting non-ADA stops under Transfort’s purview through a scoring process and constructing as
many stops per year that the budget and resources allow.
Project Status:
• Since the inception of the ADA upgrade program in 2016, over 90 stops have been upgraded.
As of July 2018, 285 of 441 (65%) Transfort stops are ADA compliant.
• 23 stops have been upgraded this year. An additional 18 stops are either planned for
construction or staff is determining the feasibility of upgrades in 2018.
More information about the program including project locations is available at:
http://www.ridetransfort.com/abouttransfort/plans-and-projects/adabusstops
Parking Structures and On-Street Parking Sensors
Funding Source: General Fund and Parking Reserves
Estimated Project Budget: $1.2 M
Estimated Completion Date: November 2018
Flooding at the Lincoln Center
May 22, 2018
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 22
Phase: Planning and Construction
Project Details:
Parking sensors will provide real time parking availability information to the parking public via the FC
Parking App and will provide valuable occupancy and turnover data to assist with parking management.
Project Status:
• Between September 10 and October 31, sensors will be installed in over 3,000 on-street
parking spaces in Downtown (see map).
• Staff is working closely with CPIO, Utilities, Streets, Traffic, DDA, and DBA to coordinate and
communicate the 24-hour rolling closures occurring during installation.
• New pre-pay technology (same as Firehouse Alley) and sensors are being installed in Old Town
and Civic Center Parking Structures.
• Notable impacts to parking: Civic Center: 75 – 100 spaces rolling closure for 2-3 weeks
beginning in Fall 2018; Old Town: full closure August 20 – August 31. According to average
occupancy of these facilities, there should be plenty of parking for everyone. Timing ensures the
project is completed with the least disruption to businesses and visitors.
PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
2019 PFA Budget-Planning Process Underway
PFA staff members have begun to develop the proposed 2019 PFA budget. Various divisions and
programs have conducted annual planning processes to evaluate future funding issues, have reviewed
and reallocated existing line items to focus on current and future needs, and reviewed existing
replacement and capital plans. The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) conducted a preliminary budget
retreat on Aug. 2, to review revenue projections and approximately 50 budget requests. Follow-up
budget meetings among key staff will continue over the next several weeks prior to the Sept. 28
presentation of the Preliminary Budget to the Poudre Fire Authority Board of Directors.
Poudre Valley Fire Protection District Board Votes to Approve November Ballot Question
On Sept. 5, 2018, members of the PVFPD Board met during a special meeting to approve language for
a ballot question that will go before voters this November. It asks District residents and property owners
to annually adjust the District’s assessed mill levy so the PVFPD may
maintain its current level of funding (a zero-dollar increase to PVFPD
funding) and continue providing fire protection, rescue, and emergency
medical services to the community. The PVFPD encompasses the
Town of Timnath, the communities of Laporte, Bellvue, Horsetooth
Reservoir, Redstone Canyon, and areas of unincorporated Larimer
and Weld counties. Poudre Fire Authority was established in 1981
through an Intergovernmental Agreement between the PVFPD and the
City of Fort Collins. Simply put, PFA’s firefighters provide services to
people within Fort Collins and the PVFPD. Because of a collision
between the Gallagher Amendment and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, or
TABOR, the PVFPD stands to lose at least $600,000 to $900,000 per
year, on an ongoing basis starting in 2020. At this time, the PVFPD
can’t specify how this would impact the District; that’s ultimately up to the Poudre Fire Authority Board
to decide. However, Board Members would likely have to consider a range of options that could include
closing a fire station or eliminating positions.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 23
PFA Recognizes Amazing Community Partners with Awards
On June 25, 2018, Poudre Fire Authority firefighters were dispatched to a medical call involving an
adult female. Though no medical attention was necessary, upon evaluation, the woman desperately
needed a place to stay for the night. The crew from Engine 3 exhausted all resources, attempting to
find accommodations for the woman. They eventually went to
The Hilton Fort Collins, where they met Brandon Dorrance, a
front office supervisor. The Hilton had no available rooms
because of a sports event, so he called around to other
hotels in close proximity to check their availability; they were
all full, as well. With open arms, Mr. Dorrance allowed the
woman to rest in the lobby in a safe and quiet place while
securing her belongings. He also gave her vouchers for
dinner and breakfast the following morning. Not knowing the
Hilton was going to provide her with dinner, Engine 3’s crew
walked across West Prospect Road to Paninos Fort Collins
Restaurant to buy the woman dinner. Unfortunately, the
restaurant was closed. Noticing it was firefighters outside the business, the employees asked if we
needed anything. When we told them of the situation, they went out of their way to re-open the kitchen
and make the woman a fresh hot dinner at no charge. It is people like Mr. Dorrance, Ms. Ali Jones, Ms.
Halie York, and the Panino’s staff that make our community an incredible place and, it is for this reason,
PFA was proud to bestow upon them its prestigious Professional Partnership Award on Aug. 27, 2018.
Front Range Fire Consortium Fire Academy – Day One,
Aug. 27
Members of the Front Range Fire Consortium Academy
Class 18-2 are ready to become future firefighters. We have
a classroom and drill grounds full of energy, excitement and
anticipation. This group of 20 men and women will be serving
their communities in 2019. Please look for updates on Class
18-2 by following PFA on Facebook and Twitter.
RAM1 HITS THE STREETS FOR SECOND PILOT PHASE
PFA's Roving Alternative Medical, or RAM, unit is an alternative-response vehicle that will be on the
streets from now until Dec. 31, 2018. This is the second time the RAM program will be piloted at PFA,
with the first pilot running from January to June 2017. For decades, medically trained firefighters have
responded to medical calls, along with our partner agencies. As PFA's call volume continues to tick
upward -- our agency tallied just more than 22,000 calls for service --, we know that sending a fire
engine to every call isn't the most efficient use of resources. Enter RAM1, a two-person SUV that can
more nimbly and dynamically respond to medical calls throughout PFA's 235-square-mile service area.
The idea of right-sized response is identifying a problem and determining what types of resources --
people and apparatus -- are required to solve a problem. Watch the video at
https://vimeo.com/286615416
GOV. HICKENLOOPER AGAIN PROCLAIMS SEPTEMBER ‘CAMPUS FIRE SAFETY MONTH’
Thank you, John W. Hickenlooper, for once again proclaiming September Campus Fire Safety
Month (PDF). Those of us at PFA are also thankful for our relationship with Colorado State University,
specifically the amazing people in CSU's Office of Fire & Life Safety. Together, we educate hundreds of
students each year about various fire-safety topics, including proper evacuation techniques during
annual residence hall fire drills, proper use of a fire extinguisher, and more.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 24
INVITATION: SEPT. 15 GUNS & HOSES
BENEFIT
Attend the Second Annual Guns vs Hoses
Boxing Tournament, a fundraising event
benefiting the FOP Benevolent Fund and
Poudre Fire Authority’s Local 1945 Foundation,
both focused on financially supporting injured or
ill emergency responders and their families.
Men and women police and firefighters will
battle head-to-head in this exciting, community
event at 6 p.m. at Colorado State University’s
B.W. Pickett Equine Center. More info:
www.facebook.com/events/573879776363922/
PFA LAUNCHES WEBSITE REDESIGN
As of Aug. 9, PFA’s website, at www.poudre-fire.org, has a new look and feel. This redesign project
gave PFA the opportunity to not only update the design, but take a look at content, update photos,
eliminate redundant or confusing pages, and improve site navigation. The main goal was to make the
site easier for people to use, and to update the information to reflect who we are today. Here is a
comparison of the new homepage vs. the old.
H2O FOR HEROES THANK YOU
On Aug. 4, 2018, Firehouse Subs stores across the nation hosted H2O for Heroes, a campaign that
encourages people to donate water to first responders. PFA donations totaled just over 180 cases of
water, which in water math equates to more than 4,300 bottles! A big thank you, to our local Firehouse
Subs partners and all those people who donated to the campaign.
REGIONAL AGENCIES PARTNERING TO HOST FULL-SCALE EXERCISE
Larimer and Fort Collins Offices of Emergency Management are partnering with a multitude of regional
emergency service agencies, and municipal and county departments to plan and host a full-scale
disaster exercise in 2019. The intent is to create a scenario(s) that bring agencies together to test their
current capacities, and to identify areas for improvement so they are as prepared as possible to serve
the community in times of natural and man-made disasters.
POLICE SERVICES
Notable Criminal Cases
The Fort Collins Police Criminal Impact Unit arrested three men and three women for months of
criminal activity. Detectives connected these suspects to 15 separate incidents that occurred between
December 2017 and May 2018. The incidents occurred in Fort Collins and Larimer County and
impacted more than 20 victims. In total, the suspects face 107 charges.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 25
On August 29, police responded to a report of possible animal cruelty in a home. When they arrived,
they contacted resident Bryan Hackleman. Through the course of the investigation, officers located a
deceased cat with injuries consistent with abuse. Hackleman was arrested for animal cruelty and
booked into the Larimer County Jail. Follow up investigation resulted in a total of three charges being
filed with the District Attorney. Detectives are continuing to investigate reports of missing cats in the
area near the suspect’s home.
Community Connections
FCPS officers and civilian employees constantly find positive ways to connect with residents. From
chance encounters on the street to educational presentations, we truly enjoy building relationships with
our community. A few examples from the last month include:
• The annual Citizen’s Police Academy kicked off in August. Citizens participating in this program
will have a chance to learn about FCPS’ day-to-day operations, special units, training, and
issues facing law enforcement today.
• Sworn and civilian staff from FCPS visited neighborhood parties across the City during National
Night Out. We had a great time connecting with residents and building relationships.
• FCPS employees joined others from the City and CSU to welcome students back to school and
educate residents old and new about how to be good neighbors.
• The Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County challenged FCPS to a kickball game, and the kids
really brought their best. After an exciting six innings, the Boys and Girls Club team prevailed
with a one-point win over police! We look forward to a rematch in the future with our young
friends.
• Community members and officers gathered at Genoa Coffee for the August Coffee with a Cop
event. Kids almost outnumbered adults at this well-attended gathering. FCPS has started
holding a monthly Coffee with a Cop at different locations around town. The next event is
scheduled for October 3 at Lamar’s Donuts on Drake Rd from 7-9 a.m.
Crime Prevention
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 30 telephone calls ranging from networking with
Lowe’s Regional Loss Prevention Manager to helping a resident with a faulty alarm system.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 26
Presentations ranged from a talk to the Northern Colorado Property Manager’s Assn. Annual meeting
to attending a Neighborhood’s National Night Out event. Here’s the breakdown on activities in August:
• Neighborhood Night Out, THOUSANDS attended
• RESTORE, 33 attended
• Property Managers Association, Personal Safety, 35 attended
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION
BUILDING SERVICES AND PLANNING
City Plan
Public events sharing three alternative future community scenarios will be held on Sept 25-26 along
with multiple small group meetings held by local Plan Ambassadors. A recap of the City Plan scenarios
phase and initial policy development will be shared with City Council at its November 13th Work
Session.
Downtown and Transitions Code
Final refinements are being prepared to draft code changes based on recent community comments.
Review by the Planning and Zoning Board has been scheduled for October 18th. Formal
recommendations will also be received from the Downtown Development Authority and Landmark
Preservation Commission. City Council review will likely occur in November or December of this year.
Planned Unit Development (PUD) Code
City Council adopted a new, optional Planned Unit Development (PUD) process. The PUD process
would allow for greater creativity and flexibility for parcels larger than 50 acres and being developed in
multiple phases.
Sign Code Amendments
Sign Code amendments were discussed at the August 14th City Council Work Session. Based on
Council direction the majority of amendments will be brought to Council for consideration within the next
two months. Changes related to electronic billboards will follow a separate timeline, with additional
research and outreach conducted before that portion of the code is considered by Council.
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Neighborhood Night Out
The 2018 Neighborhood Night Out was held August 7th and provided opportunities for neighborhoods
across Fort Collins to celebrate community and connect with neighbors. 86 events were registered this
year, hosting approximately 5,000 participants and ranged from small potlucks gathering a few
neighbors to large concerts with hundreds of participants. City Council, City Staff, Poudre Fire
Authority, Police Services, and neighborhood businesses visited Neighborhood Night Out events to
greet neighbors and connect citizens to safety and community resources. Initial feedback from
neighbors and City visitors indicate overwhelmingly strong support for the program, value of City
sponsorship, and appreciation for the opportunity for meaningful dialogue among neighbors, elected
officials, and City Staff. Neighborhood Services Program Staff is currently analyzing historical
Neighborhood Night Out data to identify registration and neighborhood trends. Meetings with partner
organizations are planned for 2018 Q4 to create a program purpose statement and address gaps in
articulated focus and measurable objectives for Neighborhood Night Out. Additionally, Neighborhood
Services Staff is drafting an engagement plan for an ad hoc neighborhood stakeholder outreach group
to create opportunities for public participation in the creation and management of Neighborhood
Services programming to assure alignment with community needs.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 27
Neighboring Basics for Pet Owners
Neighborhood Services Program Staff are designing a learning and engagement module focused on
positive neighboring for pet owners. Approximately 40% of households in Fort Collins have at least one
dog. Larimer Humane Society indicates that barking dog reports from neighbors are one of their biggest
complaints. A recent incident in the Fossil Lake neighborhood that escalated from frustration over
barking dogs began a conversation among Neighborhood Services Staff, Larimer Humane Society
Animal Protection Staff, and Neighborhood Enforcement Team Officers on best practices for proactive
education and community-building for dog owners. The engagement strategy will be piloted in the
Fossil Lake neighborhood for potential scaling throughout the City. Dog owners will participate in formal
“dog walker watch” safety and communication training, informal walking club meet-ups to create a
visible neighborhood presence, and activity-based meet-ups to educate dog owners about their role in
neighborhood and community livability.
Get the Scoop
This collaborative program brings together Neighborhood Services Code Enforcement Staff, Off-
Campus Life at Colorado State University, and a local ice cream truck to build community among long-
term residents and students living together in the neighborhoods that surround the Colorado State
University Campus. This year we connected with 153 individuals during the first weekend of August
and helped to foster connections among neighbors and shared a “scoop of ice cream and scoop of
information” regarding city codes and ordinances.
Community Welcome
Every year, just prior to the fall semester, the City of Fort Collins and Colorado State University
collaborate to foster positive community relations between new students and long-term residents of Fort
Collins during the Community Welcome event. This event is meant to help students and long-term
residents of Fort Collins connect and find a sense of community early in the fall semester. Dr. Tony
Frank President of CSU and Mayor Wade Troxell welcomed just under 200 volunteers from the City of
Fort Collins, City Council, Fort Collins Police, CSU Police, CSU faculty and staff, CSU athletes, CSU
students, and community members before they connected with 1,400 households surrounding the CSU
Campus.
CSU Game Day- Game 1
Nine (9) staff from NBS/CC served as neighborhood ambassadors in the neighborhoods around CSU
campus two (2) hours prior to kick-off to assist residents & game attendees navigate issues such as;
party noise/behavior, RP3 parking questions, stadium clear-bag policy, parking on yard ordinance and
enforcement, and any other resident concerns/questions. A total of sixty-four (64) contacts were made
in the neighborhoods.
• Code staff continued with parking on yard enforcement efforts at start of game, following
education/opportunity to correct observed municipal code violation. Ultimately, eight (8) violations
were corrected and two (2) citations were issued.
• Code staff conducted noise readings at five (5) identified neighborhood locations through the first
quarter of play to confirm prior season data. The highest impact remains at the northern part of the
Sheely Addition neighborhood.
Equity and Inclusion Capacity Building
Restorative Justice Services was awarded a $10,326 grant for Equity and Inclusion Capacity Building.
The grant will pay to have all RJ forms and documents translated and/or updated from English to
Spanish. It will also provide for two rounds of Equity and Inclusion training for Mediation and RJ staff
and volunteers. Grant time period is 9/1/2018-6/30/2019. The trainings will take place this Fall and next
Spring. The grant is awarded from the Colorado Council on Restorative Justice.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 28
GRAFFITI UPDATE
In August 2018, the total number of abatements was 172. Last year in August, there were 122. One of
the main reasons for this increase was due in part to two separate weekend graffiti sprees that took
place in the Rigden Farm neighborhood. A quarter of all the reported graffiti for the month of August
occurred during these attacks. A second incident that consisted of numerous reported tags (25+) came
over the Bohemian Nights NewWestFest event. Lastly, a transient camp located under the Railroad
Bridge in the Gustav Natural Area required a site clean-up and the removal of 20+ graffiti tags.
The number of individuals supervised for community service was 2, and 25 community service hours
were completed by each person.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
Development Project Submittals Rec’d
Conceptual/Preliminary Design Reviews/Staff reviews
Performed
Building Permits Issued
Building Permit Valuations ($M)
Building Inspections Performed
2017 YTD
219
184
4,938
$383.28
22,467
2018 YTD
219
161
7,151
$294.13
23,104
% Change
0%
-12.50%
44.82%
-23.26%
4.84%
Overall Development Review revenues are $(137,339) under projection for 2018 as of August 31st with
Development Review under by $(137,055) and Engineering Development Review under by $(283)
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Buckets, Beds and Shreds: The City will host a special recycling collection event for mattresses,
papers for shredding and hard plastics on Saturday, October 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Timberline
Recycling Center, 1903 S. Timberline Road. There will be no additional fee after the $5 gate fee for
acceptable bulky plastics during the collection event. Mattresses and box springs are $10 each.
Documents for shredding are $5 per banker's box.
Innovate Fort Collins Challenge:
About 130 people witnessed six
finalists presenting funding
proposals on the August 30 public
Pitch Night as part of the City’s
Innovate Fort Collins Challenge.
The teams, including nonprofit
organizations, industry and
educational institutions, were
selected from 19 proposals totaling
$788,000 in requested funding.
Sixteen community volunteers
largely from City boards and
commissions participated in hosting
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the event and judging the competition. Winners are expected to be selected and announced by the
middle of September.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Affordable housing: The City seeks a development team to design and construct affordable for-sale
homes on a five-acre parcel in south Fort Collins. The parcel is part of the City’s Land Bank Program,
through which the City acquires, holds and sells real property to help housing providers build affordable
rental and homeownership housing. The “bank” currently consists of four properties. The City sold a
fifth parcel in 2017 to Housing Catalyst for the 96-unit Village on Horsetooth. The deadline to apply is
September 16.
Multicultural retreat: The community Multicultural Retreat – an effort to help increase knowledge,
mindfulness and effective behaviors across cultural differences in the community – will be from 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 6 at 222 Laporte Ave., in the Colorado River Room. Cost is $50.
Registration deadline is Monday, October 1. For more information, contact Alma Vigo-Morales at avm-
bak@comcast.net, Barb Kistler at bak-avm@comcast.net or Janet Freeman at jfreeman@fcgov.com.
City of Opportunity: The National League of Cities has named Fort Collins one of 12 Cities of
Opportunity to develop a comprehensive approach to improving community health and wellbeing
through economic opportunity, affordable housing and planning. The pilot program is part of a national
effort to develop multi-sector, holistic, sustainable and equitable policy around health.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Small business survey: Wanted: Cool stories about doing business in Fort Collins. What are some
highlights as a business owner? As a resident? Share a story about your relationship with the business
community and supporting the business culture in Fort Collins. Share feedback and discussion at
https://ourcity.fcgov.com/FoCo-Business-and-You.
Efficiency Loans: Fort Collins Utilities has launched a new loan program called EPIC Loans to help
residential property owners make their homes more efficient through a financial partnership with the
Colorado Energy Office and Bloomberg Philanthropies. The state has contributed a $200,000 grant and
$1 million in loans.
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Community Engagement recently completed a successful peak season and is excited to re-engage
with Poudre School District, Colorado State University and all Utility customers this Fall with relevant
Utility programs, events and rate changes. Key stats to date since January 2018: reached over 6,545
participants (youth through adults) through 156 education outreach programs. Community Engagement
has managed or participated in 77 events that have reached 5,300 community members. September
currently has approximately 35 education programs and events scheduled.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 30
Time of Day (TOD) communications has been a phased launch in
providing customers both awareness and education on the upcoming
rate structure change. Two media stories have been pitched and
selected by the Coloradoan. The stories by the Coloradoan are being
picked up by other media, such as Energy Central, and Channel 7
news. The campaign will be ongoing for the next year, that includes
details on the Income Qualified Assistance Program, and low income
support. To date there has been 263 customer calls and 12 Access
Fort Collins inquiries. As customers spoke with staff they understood
key information that eased concerns greatly. Staff also launched a
TOD Estimator to alleviate concerns regarding on-peak hours that
customers can input with their electric utility usage.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Fall Registration
Fall Recreation registration began on August 9. Registration increased by 22% from Fall of 2017. Over
4,600 participants registered for programs in a 24-hour period. Over 60% registered online and 645
people registered for reduced fee programs. Fitness, Child Development and Aquatics programs were
the top three program area enrollments.
3CMA Savvy Award for Social Media
The Parks and Recreation communications team won the top prize at this year’s 3CMA (County and
City Communications and Marketing Association) Conference. The communications team won the
Savvy for “Best Use of Social Media.” There department utilizes Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to
inform, entertain and engage followers.
Pooch Plunge Success
On August 26, Recreation hosted the always popular "Pooch Plunge" event at the pool. Over 475
dogs and 780 humans attended the event which signifies the closure of City park Pool for the season.
PARKS
Parks Supports Large Summer Events
The Parks Department supported many community events that took place within the Park’s system.
Large events such as NewWest Fest and Tour de Fat required support from the Parks Department at
various levels of maintenance and operations. These events were successful and well attended.
Downtown Tree Replacement Completed
The Forestry Department completed the downtown tree replacement program. Ten trees were
replaced with minimal disruption to businesses and traffic. This project the removal, grinding and
replacement in downtown tree grates.
Crescent Park
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The Parks Department assumed maintenance responsibility for Crescent Park. The new park located
in north Fort Collins is 7 acres and features an “in-earthed” restroom, basketball court, play area, pond
and gathering spaces.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Feature: Summer in the City Alumni – Pizza
Party with City Leader
The City partners with PSD to put on an annual,
short-term, civic engagement summer camp for
high school students. Members of the 2018 class,
along with the family members, were invited to
join City leaders for a pizza party celebration to
receive graduation certificates and discuss their
experience. Our PSD partner also attended the
event and is excited to continue and expand the
program.
Public Engagement Recap
West Nile Virus – two series of adulticide
applications were done which included
extensive communication to the
neighborhoods including: Nextdoor, LETA, social channels, media, doorhangers and web updates.
Staff responded to residents’ questions through emails and phone calls.
Rebate Program – the first month of the application period concluded with about 500 completed
applications which is on par with this time last year.
BFO – the City’s Budget page was updated to include the City Manager’s Recommended Budget,
information around next steps and Council review, options for public engagement and the budget
review simulation tool. Review at fcgov.com/budget
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 Culture and Recreation Outcome Area.
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Analysis:
Trail counts exceed the quarterly target for the second quarter of 2018. The increase is attributed to
increased use on the Stanton Creek Trail created by opening the new Front Ranger Trail connecting
Fort Collins to the Boyd Lake Trail in Loveland. Additionally, the Colorado Marathon, Horsetooth Half
Marathon and Bike to Work Day all increased trail counts.
Definition:
The total number of people accessing and utilizing the City's paved trails system.
Why is this metric important?
This metric provides an indication of the popularity of trails which, in turn, indicates how well the trail
system is meeting the needs of the community.
City’s impact on this metric:
High – Park Planning and Development influences this metric by providing an accessible, well-planned
paved trail system that serves the community's trail commuters and recreational users.
Benchmarks:
This metric contains no benchmark data due to the lack of comparable data. There is no accepted
standard for what qualifies as a trail; for example some communities includes paved surfaces within
neighborhood parks. There is also no standard method for the calculations used to determine the
number of visits.
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/