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SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
SEPTEMBER 15 REGULAR MEETING .......................................................................................................................4
SEPTEMBER 22 WORK SESSION ..............................................................................................................................4
SEPTEMBER 24 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING .........................................................................4
SEPTEMBER 29 - 5TH TUESDAY - NO MEETING SCHEDULED ...................................................................................4
OCTOBER 6 - NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OUT - REIMAGINED DUE TO COVID ..........................................................4
OCTOBER 6 REGULAR MEETING .............................................................................................................................4
OCTOBER 6 STORMWATER UTILITY ........................................................................................................................5
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ................................................................................ 5
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ....................................................................................... 5
CP - ENGINEERING ............................................................................................................................. 6
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................6
TRANSFORT BUS PAD UPGRADE PROJECT..............................................................................................................6
COLLEGE AVE (SH 287) AND TRILBY ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................7
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ..............................................................................................................7
JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ......................................................................................................8
NORTH MASON DESIGN – ALPINE TO HICKORY .....................................................................................................8
DRAKE AND HAMPSHIRE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTERSECTION PROJECT ......................................................9
SIPHON PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS PROJECT .............................................................................................................9
CHERRY STREET ARTHUR DITCH BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................. 10
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................... 11
BUCKING HORSE PARK ......................................................................................................................................... 11
CITY PARK REFRESH ............................................................................................................................................. 11
EAST COMMUNITY PARK MAINTENANCE FACILITY ............................................................................................. 12
CP - OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 13
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 13
CP - UTILITIES.................................................................................................................................... 14
CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT SYSTEM (CIS/OSS) ................................................... 14
GIS/GWD & ADMS ............................................................................................................................................... 15
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 16
SYSTEM CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY 1-WOODWEST.................................................................................... 16
REMINGTON STREET STORM SEWER .................................................................................................................. 16
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY – HORSETOOTH ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY PROJECT ................................... 17
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY SIDESTREAM TREATMENT ................................................................... 17
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 18
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 18
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 19
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 21
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW .......................................................................................... 21
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 22
GRAFFITI UPDATE ............................................................................................................................ 22
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 23
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 23
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 23
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 24
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 25
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 25
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 27
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 27
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 27
CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 28
NATURAL AREAS .................................................................................................................................................. 28
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 29
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION ................................................................................. 29
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 30
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 15 REGULAR MEETING
2021 Budget Public Hearing #1
o Public hearing to gather public input on the 2021 proposed City Budget.
High Performing Government - 7.1 Provide world-class municipal services to
residents and businesses.
Staff Report: CARES Funding Update
o Provide Council with an update on the CARES Coronavirus Relief Fund and COVID-19.
Safe Community - 5.4 Improve emergency management and preparedness.
Staff Report: Wildfire Smoke Resiliency Efforts
o Provide an overview of City efforts to prepare for and respond to air quality impacts from local
and regional wildfire smoke.
Environmental Health - 4.5 Develop strategies to improve the community’s climate
resiliency.
SEPTEMBER 22 WORK SESSION
2021 Budget - Work Session #2
o Review the budget offers included in the City Manager’s Recommended Budget and answer
questions of Councilmembers. Outcome areas to be discussed include: 1) Neighborhood
Livability and Social Health; 2) Safe Community; 3) High Performing Government
High Performing Government - 7.1 Provide world-class municipal services to
residents and businesses.
SEPTEMBER 24 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING
5:00-7:00 P.M., Zoom remote meeting. Agenda posted online at www.renewfortcollins.com
Click on https://zoom.us/j/98687657267 to join Zoom Webinar.
SEPTEMBER 29 - 5TH TUESDAY - NO MEETING SCHEDULED
OCTOBER 6 - NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OUT - REIMAGINED DUE TO COVID
OCTOBER 6 REGULAR MEETING
2021 Budget Public Hearing #2
o Public hearing to gather public input on the 2021 proposed City Budget.
High Performing Government - 7.1 Provide world-class municipal services to
residents and businesses.
Appeal - 613 South Meldrum Street
o Consider an appeal related to the 613 South Meldrum St. Carriage House - Modification of
Standards decision.
Neighborhood Livability& Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
Please note that this list is subject to
frequent change. Please call the City
Clerk’s Office for up-to-date
information. 970-416-2774.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
Staff Report: Community Dashboard Metric: Cumulative Lane Miles of Roadway Pavement
Improved
o Discuss Community Dashboard metrics that the City has significant influence over.
Transportation - 6.2 Manage traffic congestion and improve high-priority
intersections.
OCTOBER 6 STORMWATER UTILITY
Poudre School District - Prospect Site
o Stormwater Plant Investment Fee Deferral Request
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Community Meetings with The Family Center
City staff will be hosting a series of meetings this fall with community members participating in The
Family Center’s Mi Voz Leadership Program. The meetings will cover topics such as updates to the
City’s manufactured home zoning district, City resources for community members, overview of parks
and natural areas, and overview of the City’s boards and commissions. The following meetings will take
place during the month of September:
• Wednesday, September 9 - Manufactured Home Zoning District updates
• Wednesday, September 30 - City and Community Resources
City’s Equity Indicators
City staff selected the CUNY Institute for State and Local Governance (ISLG) to establish a framework
for measuring and understanding the inequities that exist in Fort Collins and how they change over
time. In this project, ISLG will collect and analyze data disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and other
demographic factors to examine the broader landscape of disparities in outcomes in Fort Collins and
work closely with the City and community to develop a set of Equity Indicators that will be used to track
progress in reducing key disparities. While the Equity Indicators themselves cannot directly address
inequities, they will inform the City’s equity work moving forward, and can help to increase transparency
and accountability. Public engagement efforts will begin in early October and will consist of different
tools and events to get feedback that will help develop the indicators.
2021 Budget Listening Sessions
Public engagement efforts for the City’s 2021 Budget will continue this Fall. City staff will host two
listening sessions with community members and City Council members to share information regarding
the next phase of the budget approval process. Listening sessions will take place on:
• Wednesday, September 16 at 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m.
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
JULY SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: -3.8% -4.1%
Net Use Tax Collected: 6.2% -12.6%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -2.4% -5.5%
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are down 5.5% and total $76.8M. For
trending purposes, adjusting for anomalies (i.e. audits and refunds from prior periods) sales and use tax
collections are down 5.1% from July 2019.
JULY SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: -3.8% -5.0%
Net Use Tax Collected: 6.7% -4.0%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -2.4% -4.8%
Year to date, the City has collected 4.8% less sales and use tax revenue, totaling $3.9M under budget.
CP - ENGINEERING
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP)
Estimated Project Budget: 2019 - $1.1M
Estimated Completion Date: Ongoing
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
This project maintains a complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and access
needs under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and develops a prioritized work program to
achieve goals of providing unobstructed access for transportation and recreation.
Project Status:
Current project location: currently planning 2020 program.
Completed ped crossing on Elizabeth adjacent to the Woodbridge apartments in early May.
Currently planning project to expand sidewalks along Prospect Road from Remington to
Stover; anticipated start in September.
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
TRANSFORT BUS PAD UPGRADE PROJECT
Funding Source: Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
Estimated Project Budget: 2019 - $915K
Estimated Completion Date: Spring/Summer 2021
Phase: Contract Award
Capital Project
Updates are
indicated in bold.
Note: Only projects
with updates this
month are listed.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
Project Details:
Construction and upgrade of City-wide bus pads at Transfort stops to conform with Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. A total of 66 bus pads have been identified under this contract for
construction and/or upgrade.
Project Status:
All pads on current contract completed as of end of August; currently scoping requirements
for acquiring right-of-way in order to continue bus pad construction program in 2021.
COLLEGE AVE (SH 287) AND TRILBY ROAD INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: CDOT / FHWA grants, Transportation
Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), Development
Contributions
Estimated Project Budget: $5.5M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2022
Phase: Conceptual Design
Project Details:
Safety improvement project geared toward accident
reduction. Dual north and southbound turnlanes, multi-
modal implementation, east / west (Trilby Road turn
movements)
Project Status:
Project is in discovery, historical and environmental
clearance phase. Preliminarily scheduled to have 30%
designed completed in 4th quarter of 2020.
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG),
Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), 2017 / 2018
BFO
Estimated Project Budget: $24M ($12M currently allocated)
Estimated Completion Date: 2021 (Pending funding)
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:
Preliminary potholing work has begun and will continue
for the next few weeks. There will be traffic control and
other activity in the area.
Staff anticipates hiring a contractor to begin work starting in early October.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Funding Source: Federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
(CMAQ) Funds, Building on Basics (BOB) 1.0 funds
Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M
Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2020
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
The goals of this project are to develop preliminary engineering
design plans, to acquire rights-of-way and easements for
planned improvements, and to construct short-term
improvements along Jefferson Street between College Avenue
and the Mountain/Lincoln Intersection.
Project Status:
Staff is working with the Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT) to award the project. Construction is anticipated to begin in late
September.
Planned improvements include reducing southeast bound traffic to one travel lane between North
College and Linden Street. This enables the construction of pedestrian bulb-outs at the
Linden/Jefferson intersection as part of the Linden Street Renovation Project.
NORTH MASON DESIGN – ALPINE TO HICKORY
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF),
Storm Water Utility, Urban Renewal Authority (URA) funding
Estimated Project Budget: $1.0M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2020
Phase: Conceptual Design
Project Details:
A collaborative effort between City departments and the North
College URA to find solutions to existing drainage issues along
the west side of College Avenue, north of the Poudre River.
The project was approved through the 2019/2020 Budgeting for
Outcomes (BFO) process and will focus on roadway and storm
sewer alignments for North Mason. Construction of the storm
sewer backbone is expected to occur in 2021/2022. No funding
has currently been identified for the roadway construction.
Project Status:
Project at 30% design and is being reviewed by Engineering and Stormwater for rights of way
needs and utility alignment.
The project is coordinating with Utilities on the ultimate outfall location and is determining the right-
of-way required to do this.
Staff anticipates moving forward with ROW/easement acquisition Fall of 2020 to facilitate the
installation of the storm system and outfall.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
DRAKE AND HAMPSHIRE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTERSECTION
PROJECT
Funding Source: Safe Routes to School Federal Grant
Estimated Project Budget: $620,000
Estimated Completion Date: Winter 2020
Phase: Preliminary Design
Project Details:
This project will add a signalized intersection and bike/ped improvements to the intersection of Drake
Road and Hampshire Drive. Planned improvements include: full signalized intersection, pedestrian
ramp improvements, crosswalks, and revised roadway striping to better accommodate cyclists. This
project will provide a Safe Route to School connection between Blevins Middle School and the Spring
Creek Trail.
Project Status:
The City and Larimer County are combining two grant funded projects into one set of bid
documents. The HWY 1 / Douglas Rd signalization project will be added to the scope of work
for the pending contract.
o CDOT FIR/FOR plan review is complete.
o Subsurface Utility Engineering utility investigation at Hampshire and Drake will be
completed in early September.
o The combined Hampshire/Drake and HWY1/Douglas Rd Project is planned to be
advertised in mid-September.
SIPHON PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS PROJECT
Funding Source: State Multi-Modal Options Fund Grant, Community Capital Improvement Program
(CCIP - Bike / Pedestrian Grade Separated Crossings)
Estimated Project Budget: $4M
Estimated Completion Date: 2022
Phase: Preliminary Design
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
Project Details:
The Power Trail provides connectivity between the Spring
Creek Trail to the north and the Fossil Creek Trail to the
south. There is currently a 2-mile stretch between Harmony
and Trilby with no access to the east due to the Union Pacific
Railroad tracks. Two City Departments (Park Planning &
Development and Engineering) are partnering to deliver this
connection. This project will design and construct a
pedestrian overpass over the railroad tracks and a trail
connection to Timberline Road halfway between Harmony
and Trilby.
Project Status:
Preliminary design is being developed for the
overpass and trail connection.
City Staff is coordinating with Union Pacific Railroad for
preliminary engineering review and project coordination.
CHERRY STREET ARTHUR DITCH BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Capital Bridge Program
Estimated Project Budget: $750K
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2021
Phase: Final Design
Project Details:
This project will replace Arthur Ditch under Cherry Street
between Wood Street and Grant Avenue. This bridge is
structurally deficient, and load posted. The replacement
bridge will be shallower and wider to allow for have full
asphalt thickness over the structure. This project is fully
funded through the City’s Capital Bridge Program.
Project Status:
Waiting for ditch crossing permit.
Staff is reviewing final plan set and construction
schedule.
Bridge replacement work is schedule for Spring 2021.
Notice to public will be send out once schedule is confirmed.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
BUCKING HORSE PARK
Funding Source: Parkland Funds
Total Project Cost: $2.5 - $3 million
Phase: Design
Estimated Completion: Fall 2020
Project Details:
Bucking Horse Park is a new neighborhood park planned in the Bucking Horse neighborhood.
Project Status:
Staff is currently working on design alternatives for the park, which will be presented at a
neighborhood meeting in the coming months.
CITY PARK REFRESH
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
Funding Source: Building On Basics
Total Project Cost: $850k-$1M
Phase: Phase I project identification
Estimated Completion: 2021 for Phase I project
Project Details: Several concepts, master plans, and improvement ideas have been generated and
shared with the community for feedback in 2016, 2018, and 2019 to address important refresh needs of
City Park.
Project Status:
Construction of City Park Restroom improvements begin September 7.
The City Park Restroom project will provide a new year-round restroom along with
surrounding site improvements. Improvements include:
o Tree preservation and protection (no trees will be removed)
o Demolition of the existing main restroom
o Demolition of 1 picnic shelter
o Construction of a new main restroom
o New and enhanced sidewalk connections
o Improved accessible parking spaces
The anticipated construction duration is early September through late December.
Landscape plantings may be delayed until spring of 2021, depending on weather conditions.
Please visit the project web site for additional information and for updates on the project.
https://ourcity.fcgov.com/city-park-tomorrow
EAST COMMUNITY PARK MAINTENANCE FACILITY
East Park District Maintenance Facility
Funding Source: Parkland Funds
Total Project Cost: Estimated $2.5 – $5 million
Phase: Development Review
Estimated Completion: Tentative – Fall 2021
Project Details:
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
A maintenance facility to serve the East Park District, which includes multiple neighborhood and
community parks, is proposed near the intersection of Drake & Ziegler near the water treatment facility.
The maintenance facility will house Parks Department staff, equipment, and some minor material
storage.
Project Status:
Design team is finishing up PDP plans and will submit to City Planning this month to start
the development review for the project. Consultants are preparing to have the 2nd open
house for the project later this fall.
CP - OPERATION SERVICES
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
$1M from DOLA Grant
Total Project Cost: $19.5M
Phase: Phase I Site Work in Progress
Phase II Building in Pricing
Estimated Completion Date: January 2021
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, concrete skills pad, and some classrooms for special training.
Project Status:
Phase I – Track & Skills Pad Construction:
Track lanes have been stripped and turned over to Fort Collins and Loveland PD’s for use.
Phase II – Building Construction:
Admin building steel erection is completed.
2nd Floor concrete slab poured end of August.
Light gauge wall framing began first of September.
Roofing on Firing range is underway.
Parking lot and entrance drive have been paved.
Finishing up submittals for materials and systems to be used.
Colors selected and finishes have been ordered.
Working through RFI’s to address contractor’s questions.
Building construction is to be complete late December.
Currently expecting LEED Silver for Admin building.
Plan to turn over to Police early January 2021.
Administration Building Going UP
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14
BLOCK 32/42 – CIVIC MASTER PLAN
REFRESH
Funding Source: Capital Project via BFO: $300,000
Estimated Project Cost: TBD
Phase: RFP
Estimated Completion Date: TBD
Project Details:
Space planning for Block 32 and 42 that was performed in
2013-2014 and needs to be updated. The new
planning effort will involve each affected department to
determine their space needs and anticipated growth over the
next 10-12 Years. With the completion of the refresh the City can decide which departments to house in
215 N Mason, 300 Laporte Ave - Building A, and the new City Hall. The refresh will also help determine an
appropriate size of the new City Hall. Once this is determined
and a conceptual design is produced it will be submitted to
Council for review, next recommended steps and approval.
Project Status:
This project is coming off hold. We are moving
forward with a work order for our design team to
assist us with looking at City’s staffing needs with
the many teleworkers we have today. We will now
look at what new space needs are for the various
departments. We plan to have a deliverable by March 2021.
CP - UTILITIES
CUSTOMER INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT SYSTEM
(CIS/OSS)
The Customer Information and Operational Support System supports both utilities and broadband
billing. The project was launched in August 2018, transitioning a 20 year old legacy system. Connexion
billing was launched on the new billing platform on August 2019. Utilities is planning to launch in 4th
quarter 2020. We are currently in the system-testing phase of the project, which insures the
functionality of each configuration achieves accurate billing and customer service. The new billing
platform, Open Smartflex, has the tools and functionality our customers, both residential and business,
have been requesting through our customer satisfaction survey. Staff will be sharing the extensive
communication outreach plan to City Council and our community on October 6.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
GIS/GWD & ADMS
Funding Source: Offer 5.23 Operational Technology
Estimated Project Budget: $2,762,384
Phase: System Design, Hardware Procurement, Database
Configuration
Project Details:
Replacement and upgrade of the existing L&P mapping
systems to a fully capable Geographic Information
System (GIS) platform compatible with the City's
enterprise GIS.
Implementation of a GIS-based Graphic Work Design
(GWD) system enabling streamlined electric distribution
design and development and integration with GIS as
well as other key systems
Replacement of existing electric distribution operational
tools with a new Advanced Distribution Management
System (ADMS) that enables L&P’s Supervisory
Control & Operations (SCO) staff to performs a wide
range of real-time analysis in the management of the
City’s electric distribution system.
Project Status:
Designer is in post-production support with the vendor. We are adding functionality to
accommodate temporary installations and removals.
The project team is also seeking to add functionality to enable more dynamic Designer text
to be added to construction layouts.
The LPO GIS Team continues to make additions and improvements to the GIS data as
determined by project needs.
LPO GIS staff continues to work with the software vendor on two issues in the ArcFM Mobile
product related to electric tracing and offline use. The issues are now jointly supported by
both Schneider Electric as well as Esri.
The OMS functionality of the ADMS system is scheduled to go-live on Sept 14th.
Final preparations such as customer data imports, mobile application configurations, map
updates and changes, are underway with ACS, the ADMS vendor.
Training for the DASMap tool, which imports GIS data into the ADMS system, is currently
taking place. The team is concurrently making data corrections and improvements in
preparation for go-live.
Screen capture of ArcFM Mobile
platform currently in testing and
development
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16
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:
Revising HLO screen based on feedback from SCO.
Working on process for extracting data out of the
Hyper Historian for data analytics.
SYSTEM CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY
1-WOODWEST
Funding Source: Offer 8.9 Economic Health
Estimated Project Budget: $158,000
Phase: In Construction
Project Details:
This project will replace 11,500 lineal feet of cable in the Woodwest
Subdivision. This area was identified as a top priority.
Project Status: On Hold
Replacement includes 30 sections of cable.
Remaining cable sections and transformers that need
replaced will require longer outages, up to four hours, to
compete them efficiently.
Project is on hold awaiting cooler weather, so that power
outages are not as disruptive.
Project is roughly 50% complete and expected to finish
before year end in Quarter 4.
REMINGTON STREET STORM SEWER
Funding Source: Stormwater and Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $3,551,750
Status: In construction
Estimated Completion Date: 3rd Quarter, 2020
Project Details:
The Remington Street Outfall is a storm sewer and sanitary sewer
replacement project along Remington Street from Spring Park Drive to
SCADA Software
Paving complete on Remington St.
Cable to be replaced for the
Woodwest Project.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
Prospect Road. The storm sewer will be upsized to alleviate flooding
along Remington and the surrounding areas.
Project Updates:
Project completed and road open the week of August 17th.
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY – HORSETOOTH ALTERNATIVE WATER
SUPPLY PROJECT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $3,200,000
Status: In design
Estimated Completion Date: May 31, 2021
Project Details:
Norther Colorado Water Conservancy District (Northern Water) plans to
shut down the Soldier Canyon pipe outlet from Horsetooth Reservoir in
the 4th quarter of 2020 to conduct repairs. The City, surrounding water
districts, and PRPA are working together on a project to supply Horse-
tooth water from an alternative location during this shutdown. This project
involves constructing a permanent pipeline and a temporary pump station
to connect between the Hansen Canal (the outlet on the north side of
Horsetooth Reservoir) and the pipeline (the Pleasant Valley Pipeline, PVP)
Which supplies water from the Poudre River to northern Colorado water
districts. This project will provide Horsetooth water to the water districts and
the City during the Northern Water shutdown project.
Project Updates:
One pump delivered to site
Pump vendor onsite piping measurements
Standard operating procedure development
DRAKE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY SIDESTREAM TREATMENT
Funding Source: Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $5,400,000
Status: In construction
Estimated Completion Date: August 2020
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:
Conduit installation continued to extend to all equipment
Continued conductor installation throughout the building
Instrumentation installation at Reactor Tank is complete
Startup and testing to begin in September
36” pipe ready for pump
station delivery
and install
Plumbing connection for
magnesium chloride tank
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Fill the Boot Campaign
For more than 60 years, firefighters have stood alongside the Muscular Dystrophy Association to fight
muscular dystrophy and related diseases. Members of the Poudre Fire Authority International
Association of Firefighters Local 1945, held their annual fundraiser to raise funds to fight the diseases
that take away a person's ability to walk, move, smile, talk, and even breathe. Usually firefighters can
be seen in front of grocery stores, but this year’s campaign was virtual. The last day of the month-long
campaign was Labor Day and it raised nearly $4,000, much of which goes to local families and
research efforts.
Wildland Fire Deployments across Colorado
PFA firefighters and resources have been deployed to help on
the frontlines of wildland fires across the state including the
Cameron Peak Fire and the Pine Gulch Fire near Grand
Junction. Deployments can last anywhere from a few days to
three weeks, but are typically two weeks or less. PFA firefighters
are deployed to wildfires when the incident grows beyond the
capacity of local resources. “Sending our people to the front lines
outside of our local jurisdiction is both a duty and an opportunity,”
wrote Fire Chief Tom DeMint in his recent column for the
Coloradoan. Firefighters experience trainings and learn valuable
skills that they then bring back home.
Hurricane Laura Deployment
Colorado Task Force 1 was deployed to Hurricane
Laura. The deployment included 79 responders and
three dogs. They departed on Aug. 26 and arrived in
Shreveport, Louisiana on Aug. 27 after driving through
the night. They spent nearly a week there assisting in
search operations in the small town of Leesville following
the hurricane. They covered several square miles
checking on residents and evaluating damaged
structures. Deployments are both rewarding and
exhausting. Members received 48 hours of personnel
rehab hours before returning to duty and were tested for COVID-19.
Front Range Fire Consortium Class 20-2
One Aug. 11, PFA welcomed three recruits to the Front Range Fire Consortium Academy. At the
beginning of each academy, PFA holds an internal organizational welcome to introduce recruits. While
this is usually held in-person at Station 1, COVID-19 measures presented the opportunity to find a
creative way to spend the morning together. Recruits were introduced via video stream and one
participated from a separate location. This class includes a Fort Collins native and Navy veteran, a
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career firefighter with over a decade of experience, and a Crossfit coach passionate about helping
people live healthy lives.
Boat Explosion in Inlet Bay
PFA was dispatched to a boat explosion at 8:45 on the morning of Aug. 8. The boat exploded in Inlet
Bay which is on the west shore of Horsetooth Reservoir and is home to Inlet Bay Marina and several
docks. The boat was around 100 feet from the marina when there reportedly were some mechanical
issues and the blast occurred. Six people were injured. One individual was transported by LifeLine
helicopter, three people were transported by UCHealth ambulances, and two were treated and released
at the scene. Upon arrival, PFA responders’ priority was to provide medical care to all injured patients.
The patients were at the end of the dock and because of access, needed to be transported individually.
Responders worked to determine the severity of all injuries and prioritized transportation accordingly.
One patient suffered respiratory burns and was the individual transported by LifeLine.
POLICE SERVICES
Notable Cases
Five Arrested, One Cited After Fight at a Public Gathering - On August 8, 2020, several groups
assembled near the Fort Collins Police Services building on Timberline Road. During this time, physical
disturbances broke out between members of the different groups. Officers worked to contact all of the
individuals directly involved in these fights. Ultimately, five people were arrested, and one person was
cited. “We respect everyone's right to peacefully assemble. Our officers have consistently supported
these rights in recent months as people have gathered to make their voices heard. For the safety of our
community, acts of violence and other unlawful behavior have not and will not be tolerated from
anyone,” said FCPS Chief Jeff Swoboda. “Truly supporting a cause means representing its values.
Committing crimes in our community is not a way to support police. We stand for safety, period. We
want all of our community members to feel safe here in Fort Collins and we reject any form of hate.”
Police Safely Resolve 6-Hour Standoff - At 6:24 p.m. on August 13, Fort Collins 911 received a report
of a residential disturbance in the 300 block of Edwards Street. When officers arrived, three people
exited the home and said one man was still inside - John Jimenez, 48, a suspect wanted on numerous
charges related to a previous FCPS investigation. Jimenez refused to comply with police, barricaded
himself in the home, and said that he had a gun. Police used numerous less-lethal tools in an effort to
safely get the suspect to surrender. Just after 12:30 a.m., Jimenez exited the home and complied with
officers. He was booked into the Larimer County Jail on his existing warrants for Retaliation Against a
Victim/Witness (class 3 felony), Stalking – 2 counts (class 4 felony), Violation of a Restraining Order – 2
counts (class 1 misdemeanor), False Imprisonment (class 2 misdemeanor), Violation of Bail Bond
Conditions (class 3 misdemeanor), Harassment (class 3 misdemeanor), Domestic Violence
Enhancement – 2 counts. This situation lasted for six hours. Great job by officers safely resolving a
dangerous situation and protecting the surrounding community while doing so.
Police Investigate Residential Shooting - On August 22, 2020, at 11:20 p.m., Fort Collins 911 received
a call regarding a welfare check for a resident in the area who was experiencing a mental health crisis.
Officers responded and attempted to assist the male and provide him resources, but he refused police
assistance. On August 23, at 1:13 a.m., Fort Collins 911 received a call regarding a disturbance in the
same area where neighbors were now reporting the same male was causing a disturbance. The male
broke into a neighbor’s residence. The resident and other occupants retreated into another room further
into the apartment. The resident discharged his firearm, striking the suspect. The resident has been
cooperative with police. The suspect was transported to Medical Center of the Rockies for his injuries
where he was later pronounced deceased.
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Suspects Arrested for Gas Station Robbery – On August 26 at 7:52 a.m., FC911 received a call from
an open line. A dispatcher called back and learned that the call came from a gas station actively being
robbed. Officers responded to the business located in the 3000 block of South College Avenue. The
suspects had threatened employees, stole the cash drawer, and fled the area in a vehicle. A Fort
Collins officer spotted the suspect vehicle near East Harmony Road and I-25. Police contacted the
occupants and safely took them into custody. The ramps from Harmony onto I-25 were temporary
closed during this incident. The suspects, both juveniles, were arrested on charges of Robbery (class 4
felony) and Theft (class 3 misdemeanor).
Community Connections
In mid-August, FCPS Executive Staff spent time talking with
people experiencing homelessness in Fort Collins. City
leadership meets about this complex social issue frequently, and
we are always grateful when someone with firsthand experience
is part of the discussion. Thanks to these community members
who shared their perspectives. Our partners at Outreach Fort
Collins were part of the conversation as well. This incredible
street outreach de-escalation team helps with service
coordination for homeless and at-risk people. They have been
amazing partners in this challenging space.
Last month, officers worked to find a man who has generated dozens calls for service recently and was
wanted for seven outstanding warrants. He was located and transported to the jail to resolve his
warrants, but the response went beyond that. Officers have been working with the UCHealth CORE
Team to identify long-term solutions to help this person move beyond his current cycle. Co-Responder
Stephanie Booco was able to coordinate with several stakeholders to facilitate a long-term solution for
his specific housing needs, and the team is working to identify additional intervention options with other
community resources. This is just one of many examples of how FCPS officers and our local partners
are working together to help people access the right services, creating a more stable future for
individuals and a safer community for all.
Over the last several months, Chief Swoboda and members of the FCPS executive staff have been
meeting with individuals and community groups to talk about racism, equity, inclusion, policing, and
continuously co-creating a better future in Fort Collins. We recognize that 2020 isn’t just a moment, it’s
a movement, and we’re glad to be part of these ongoing discussions here in our community. We truly
are a stronger community when we work toward our shared goals together!
Agency News
K9 Doc Retires – K9 Doc started working with FCPS in early 2014. Over the last 6.5
years, he and his handler have worked to keep our community safe as a patrol duo.
They also served as one of two SWAT K9 teams, regularly deploying to help SWAT
safely resolve dangerous situations. During this career, Doc has assisted with more
than 200 arrests, helped capture nine violent felony suspects, assisted with
searches, and helped get drugs off our streets. We wish him the best of luck in his
retirement at home with his handler and family!
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Police Standards & Improvements
We’ve received many questions about the stickers displayed on the back windows of some of our
officer’s vehicles. The stickers stand for the “Thin Blue Line” and were authorized to be placed on
vehicles several years ago. In short, the Thin Blue Line is meant to signify that police officers choose to
stand between order and chaos and will give their lives for the safety of others if needed. This imagery,
which dates back to the early 1900s, is a deeply meaningful symbol of commitment to the community
we serve. It's also a way to honor officers who gave their lives for the safety of others.
When Chief Swoboda arrived in Fort Collins, he noticed that FCPS vehicles had these stickers but did
not have the American Flag and has been working to remedy that. In August, the Thin Blue Line flag
stickers were replaced with an American Flag sticker and a separate sticker honoring the two FCPS
fallen officers (Joseph Allen and Charles Brockman). We believe this change will better illustrate our
dedication to the rights and freedoms of this great country while also honoring those who gave their
lives for our community.
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
Monthly Reporting
Monthly construction reporting and mapping of development review proposals and construction can be
found by visiting:
http://citydocs.fcgov.com/?dt=MONTHLY+REPORT&dn=NEIGHBORHOOD+%26+BUILDING+SERVIC
ES%2FZONING&vid=2&cmd=showdt
For a detailed listing of development Proposals under review, please visit:
https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Oil and Gas Operations
Staff is actively participating in the COGCC Mission Change rulemaking hearings, which are scheduled
from August 24 through September 11, 2020. In partnership with the Affiliated Local Government
Coalition (ALGC), staff has provided written and oral testimony at hearings that focus on the interplay
between state and local authority, nuisance regulations, wildlife protection and interagency
coordination.
Conceptual Reviews & Preliminary Design Reviews – August 2020
There were 9 Conceptual Reviews and 1 Preliminary Design Review held in August 2020. Information
on all past and upcoming Conceptual Reviews and Preliminary Design Reviews can be found online at:
https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
New Development Applications – August 2020
More information on development proposals under
review: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Project Name Project Type Location
Sun Communities – The
Foothills Stand Alone
Modifications – MOD200002
Modification of Standard
Requests 6750 S College Avenue
VOA Senior Housing Final
Plan – FDP200015
Affordable Senior Housing/
Multi-Family Residential 1900 E Drake Road
2400 Kechter Rd Minor
Subdivision – BDR200013 Minor Subdivision 2400 Kechter Rd
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Precision Technology –
PDP200013 Office/Light Industrial 3486 Precision Drive
Wells Fargo Parking Lot &
ATMs Final Plan – FDP200016
Parking Lot & ATMs,
Addition of Permitted Use 112 W Magnolia St
Sam’s Club Fuel Station –
MJA200002 Fueling Station 4700 Boardwalk Dr
Development Project Decisions – August 2020
More information on development project
decisions: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Project Name Decision Maker Location Decision
Date Decision
Wells Fargo Parking
Lot & ATMs –
MJA190003
Planning & Zoning
Board 112 W Magnolia St 8/20/20 Approved
Fischer Rezone –
REZ200001
Planning & Zoning
Board
1201 and 1185
Westward Dr 8/20/20
Recommendation
of Approval to
City Council
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
The Team at Campus West Connections created this Community Welcome Video featuring Mayor
Troxell, President McConnell and key messages about how to connect with friends safely as well as
other important neighborhood expectations. We also delivered Community Welcome Brochures to
1,700 homes surrounding campus and 4,000 student focused apartments around campus.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
2019 2020 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 292 255 -12.67%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design/Staff Reviews 151 160 5.96%
Building Permits Issued 9,014 9,520 5.61%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $213.29 $227.26 6.55%
Building Inspections Performed 18,258 20,142 10.32%
Zoning Inspections Performed 286 286 0%
Zoning Plan Reviews Performed 1,866 1,901 1.88%
Overall Development Review revenues are ($1,186,890) under projection for 2020 as of August 31st
with Development Review under by $(1,071,706) and Engineering Development Review under by
$(115,184).
GRAFFITI UPDATE
During the month of August 2020, the Graffiti Abatement Team abated 58 issues consisting of 176 tags
measuring 1,454 square feet of graffiti-covered surfaces.
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
January 1 0 51 52
February 5 2 22 29
March 7 4 55 66
April 17 2 42 61
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SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Implemented in the City
The City of Fort Collins has implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, effective Monday, August 31. This
decision was made by City Manager Darin Atteberry after a consultation with Poudre Fire Authority Fire
Chief Tom DeMint and extensive reviews of: current weather conditions, precipitation, fire restrictions in
other communities, fire fuel moisture levels, air quality, suppression resources and other factors.
The ban prohibits open burning of solid fuels, including but not limited to: wood burning campfires,
portable or built-in outdoor wood burning fire pits, and charcoal grills.
Exemptions Include:
liquid or gas-fueled fires in fire pits, grills, and camp stoves.
indoor fireplaces and wood-burning stoves
This order will remain in effect until further notice. It works in accordance with similar bans already at a
State and County levels and takes in to account the hot and dry conditions, and the air quality impacts
of both local and regional wildfires that have at times reached unhealthy levels. Additionally, restrictions
on outdoor burning have been recommended by the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment during the COVID-19 response, as respiratory impacts of COVID-19 can be compounded
by smoke. “Conditions remind me of the 2012 season. The incredibly hot and dry days have led to a
series of red flag warnings. We need to work together to protect our community and prevent the sparks
that could lead to wildfires,” said Fire Chief DeMint.
If there is a concern about a potential violation of this order and it is not an emergency, please submit a
complaint through Access Fort Collins or call the City’s Nuisance Hotline at 970-416-2200.
Community members who have health and safety concerns about an active fire can contact the Fort
Collins non-emergency dispatch line at 970-221-6540. For emergencies, always call 9-1-1.
Additional Resources:
View current air quality conditions and forecasts
Access fire and smoke maps
See timely updates on the Cameron Peak Fire
Sign up for evacuation updates and safety notifications with NoCoAlerts or call/text 970-962-2173.
More information about the ban can be found at fcgov.com/woodsmoke.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Temporary, Emergency Homeless Shelter Site Identified
The City and Fort Collins Rescue Mission have identified a site (1301 Blue Spruce Drive) for a new,
temporary overnight shelter for those experiencing homelessness. The shelter would be in operation
from September through the end of April.
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
May 12 5 36 53
June 17 11 35 63
July 26 7 36 69
August 16 3 39 58
Total 101 34 316 452
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An emergency ordinance was brought to City Council on Tuesday, September 1, to allow this critical
system gap to be filled and to support those without homes during the on-going Covid-19 pandemic and
the upcoming winter months. The space will be leased from the Food Bank for Larimer County and
managed by the Fort Collins Rescue Mission. This will provide a safe place to rest for over 100 of the
most vulnerable members of the community. The City has been following the guidance of public health
agencies when supporting a community-wide response to the Covid-19 emergency, including for
community members in need of shelter. Physical distancing requirements have reduced capacity at
existing shelters, resulting in a need for more space. The City and community partners have been
searching for an option for several months.
“We have been looking for potential temporary shelter locations since Northside Aztlan Community
Center re-opened as a childcare and recreation facility,” said City Manager Darin Atteberry, “This will
provide a safe place for those who need it most during this health crisis and also as we approach colder
weather this fall and winter.” More information will be available when the operations plan is finalized in
the coming weeks.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
City of Fort Collins Launches $1.5M Small Business Recovery Fund
The City of Fort Collins is launching a $1.5M financial assistance program through in Coronavirus Relief
Federal funds to provide relief to businesses and nonprofits in the amount of up to $7,500. This
assistance will not have to be repaid. The application opened on September 8 at fcgov.com/business.
The application will be available until September 23.
Two technical assistance events have been scheduled to ask questions about the program and are
scheduled for: Thursday, September 10 at 10 a.m. and Monday, September 14 at 6 p.m.
The application and technical assistance programs will be also be available in Spanish.
Eligibility of the program includes:
Physically located within the City of Fort Collins boundaries
2-20 employees (non-family)
Gross revenue under $2M
In operation since July 1, 2019
Active sales tax license
No unpaid code enforcement liens
Verifiable loss of income
Lawful presence
The City of Fort Collins received $9M in Coronavirus Relief Federal Funds and will focus on City
reimbursable expenditures, as well as social and economic recovery including rental assistance, food
security, and business support. Economic Health will also support businesses through Coronavirus
Relief Funds by reinstating the Main Street Loan Fund program that had been converted to an
emergency relief loan fund program earlier this spring, a free de-escalation training for businesses and
front-line staff, and adding capacity to engage with women and minority-owned businesses.
To see if your business is eligible, attend a technical assistance event, or to apply, visit
fcgov.com/business.
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UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Riverside Community Solar: Staff and Clean Energy Collective completed the transfer of assets on
August 28. Staff is proceeding with administration of the program.
Efficiency Works Homes In-Home Energy Assessments: Negotiated a plan with Platte River to
restart in-home services through a hybrid model where Fort Collins contracts for the energy
assessments and the remainder of the program stays intact.
Northside Aztlan Resilience Hub DOLA Project: DOLA awarded Fort Collins $200k through the
Renewable/Clean Energy Challenge program for a project to enable Northside to function as a
resiliency hub during emergencies with additional solar, batteries and efficiency measures. Off-cycle
appropriation and funds transfer scheduled for September 15 Council consent item.
In 2020, Utilities Community Engagement has reached 5,328 participants through 182 outreach
events and programs. In the month of September, Utilities will offer the following engagement
opportunities:
Our Climate Future – Utilities partnered with Sustainability to ask community members for ideas on
how to achieve the community’s goals around waste, energy, and climate.
September 1 – More Reuse, Recycling and Composting
September 3 – More Reuse, Recycling and Composting
September 9 – Working Families Thrive – A virtual meeting for the Working Families Thrive group
provided updates from local non-profit organizations. Staff provided an overview on payment
assistance resources and Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) updates.
September 11 - Epic Loans: What You Need To Know To Better Serve Your Clients - This virtual
training will teach real estate professionals, solar contractors and Efficiency Works Homes contractors
everything they need to know about the Epic Loan to become a great resource for their clients
interested in using the loan. The training will also provide attendees a chance to network with each
other.
September 13 - Wade the River – This drop-in event will give
community members an opportunity to search for what lies beneath the
surface of the Cache la Poudre River. Biologists and educators from
Colorado State University, Natural Areas and Utilities will help identify
findings and teach participants how a healthy Poudre River means
good quality drinking water for the City of Fort Collins.
September 15 - Tech Training Demand Management - This virtual event will help attendees get up to
speed on the latest technology in demand response and management. Coincident Peak and Facility
Demand charges can account for up to two-thirds of a commercial customer’s energy bill, so proper
demand management can save customers thousands of dollars each year.
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September 18-20 - Sustainable Solutions- Utilities is sponsoring and will be featured with educational
and informative content at this virtual Sustainable Living Association event.
September 27 - Open Streets- Neighborhood Services is collaborating with City departments to offer a
new version of Open Streets keeping health and safety at the forefront.
On August 11, Colorado Water Conservation Board reviewed and approved Utilities Water Shortage
Action Plan (2020). Entities with State approved plans are eligible for water shortage/drought
mitigation implementation funding.
Water Conservation Staff is now accepting applications for the Allotment Management Program to
assist with customers impacted by Excess Water Use surcharges. Full applications are due by
November 1. Four pre-applications have been started and one full application has already been
approved.
Horsetooth Outlet Project
Northern indicated that they intend to move forward with HOP as scheduled with construction
beginning Oct. 15 and lasting 30 – 45 days.
Increased risk to ability to meet water demands due to combined impacts of drought, wildfire, and
dependence on Poudre system and/or back-up pumps during HOP. However, even more important
to move forward with HOP Soldier Canyon outlet work in anticipation of relying more on Horsetooth
supplies next year if Poudre system has water quality issues following the fire.
Tri-Districts indicated that they are glad that Fort Collins is now taking a voluntary approach
because this now aligns with their approach. All 3 districts agreed to add their logos to three HOP
outreach pieces: flyer, poster, and direct-mail postcard. HOP Emergency Response Plan includes
mandatory water restrictions “triggers” with the goal that these would be shared by Utilities and Tri-
Districts.
Current water demand management approach
Customers: Stop outdoor water use on Oct. 1 (Help During HOP)
City departments: required to stop all non-essential outdoor water use on Oct. 1
The Xeriscape Incentive Program inspected 32 completed residential projects, issuing rebates to
each of those customers for converting high-water use landscapes to low-water/no-water landscapes.
The commercial Xeriscape Incentive Program received 7 full applications by the August 1 deadline for
commercial-scale water-wise projects. Awards for up to $15,000 per applicant will be announced in
September.
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Before and After: A mix of rocks, wood mulch, boulders, and plant material. This neighborhood street
has seen a rash of xeriscape/XIP conversions in the last few years.
Before and After: Area in the background is “plugged” buffalo grass, a turf-type native to Colorado and
increasing in popularity on the residential landscape. It should be fully grown in by next summer.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
FunQuest: Child Care Fall Extended Learning
FunQuest: Learning Journey started on August 24 and is accepting K-5 year olds, M-Th from 8 am
– 5 pm at Northside Aztlan Community Center, and Friday outdoor days in neighborhood parks.
Capacity is 40 children for each program (M-Th instructional care and Friday outdoor).
43% of current enrollments are utilizing Recreation’s Reduced Fee Program (students who qualify
for free or reduced lunch receive 70% off recreation fees)
Licensed preschool program is scheduled to begin on September 14th with a max capacity of 15
students daily, 9:30 am – Noon.
Recreator (Digital): Launched Fall Recreator and promoted on social media with over 10,000 reads on
the ISSUU digital magazine
Mass Registration:
Total revenue from registrations = $74,889 (64% drop from pre-Covid), comparison, last year’s Fall
registration revenue was $207,763
Total enrollments = 1,791; Fall 2019 = 5,095 down 65%
Contributing factors affecting this year’s registration numbers:
o Total number of classes offered were reduced by 35% because of the pandemic and
health/safety concerns, facility restrictions, and staffing reductions.
o Trips & Travel programs are not being offered that typically showed strong enrollment interest
for fall registrations in the past. This program area also tilted revenue numbers because of the
higher fees associated.
o Includes a total of 194 Youth and Adult reduced fee enrollments.
PARKS
Golf revenues are rebounding well. After a projected $600k shortfall, a solid fall season will result in
a breakeven year.
Golden Meadows playground replacement survey has been circulated to the neighbors.
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Raw water supplies have dwindled in August due to the extended dry period.
Our social media presence is strong with over 10k Facebook impressions and almost 3k Twitter and
2k Instagram contacts in August on the @ParksandRecFC accounts.
Forestry hosted the Northern Colorado Pest meeting which featured Dr. Whitney Cranshaw and
some of the common insect outbreaks in 2020.
CULTURAL SERVICES
Creating the Maple Hill Community Mural
The Art in Public Places Program (APP) is working with the Neighborhood Services Department
and the Maple Hill HOA on the creation of the 190-foot Maple Hill Community Mural. The mural is
currently being painted by Fort Collins artist Kristin Vohs and over 150 community members.
The Gardens on Spring Creek has begun hosting concerts in the recently built Everitt Pavilion.
Strictly following County Health guidelines, in August the Fort Collins Symphony played to a sold-
out crowd of 175 and a second concert will take place in late September. More will be added in the
summer of 2021.
The Lincoln Center moved the popular and free annual Children’s Summer Series to a virtual event.
All four performances were streamed live and will continue to be available for the community on
YouTube.
NATURAL AREAS
Infrastructure Improvements at Gateway Natural Area
Staff from the Natural Areas Trails and Visitor Amenities team completed several construction projects
at Gateway Natural Area during a three week period in July and August 2020. The improvements were
based on the management actions approved in the 2019 Gateway Natural Area Management Plan-
https://www.fcgov.com/naturalareas/files/gatewaynaturalarea-managementplan-2019-web.pdf.
The project included expansion and realignment of the parking area, road widening, resurfacing and
grading operations, fence removal and installation, dozens of boulder placements, gate installations,
sign installations, and increasing the radius of the vehicle turnaround. These projects improve the
visitor experience by refining the traffic flow and now Gateway Natural Area accommodates 55 parked
vehicles.
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The work this summer also included Improvements along the river access road (that accommodates
pedestrian access off Poudre Canyon Highway 14) including new retractable bollards, installing a River
Safety sign and kiosk, additional signage, and a newly defined tuber access trail.
All the improvements have been appreciated by the community and make the visitor experience at
Gateway better.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
2021 Budget Town Hall with Poudre Library District
City staff hosted a townhall on Saturday, August 8 in partnership with Poudre Library District to share
information with community members about the City’s 2021 Budget approval process as well as
potential budget cuts as a result of the economic impact of COVID-19. The event was part of the City’s
public engagement efforts before the adoption of the 2021 Budget.
Community Meeting Mobile Home Park Zone District
City staff organized a virtual community meeting on Wednesday, September 2 to share updates with
community members regarding the adoption of the Manufactured Housing zone district in Fort Collins.
Staff talked about the next stages of the adoption process as well as strategies to enhance and
strengthen livability and resident’s rights in manufactured housing communities. Public engagement
activities to continue sharing information will continue during fall.
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION
Connexion Staffing Update
The Fort Collins Connexion Team has hired 4 new Technical Support Representatives who will join the
Network Operations Center team to provide 24/7 coverage for Connexion customers needing technical
assistance.
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Marketing
Have you heard us on your favorite local radio stations? Connexion is sponsoring segments on KUNC/
KJAC and we have a new ad on a variety of iHeartRadio stations in Fort Collins!
Movie Night! Fort Collins Connexion is excited to be advertising at our favorite local movie theaters
The Lyric and the Holiday Twin Drive In, and soon to be opened Cinemark Bistro and Cinemark 6.
Come early to check out our ads and don’t forget your popcorn!
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Join the Connexion community—get updates and information on
services and more! @FCConnexion @ConnexionFC
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, Culture and
Recreation, Economic Health, Environmental Health, Safe Community, Transportation, and High
Performing Government. The Dashboard is made up of 36 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 Transportation Outcome Area.
Analysis:
The purpose of this metric is to track the amount of pavement, in lane miles, resurfaced each quarter
toward a yearly goal. The number of lane miles improved displays the City’s commitment to providing
safe, well-maintained streets. Proper maintenance reduces future maintenance costs by extending the
life of the existing pavements and maximizing past tax dollar investments. Quarterly targets are set to
provide information on our progress towards meeting our yearly resurfacing goals. These targets vary
from quarter to quarter due to weather limitations of construction and programming needs. Achieving
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our yearly goals allows us to meet our overall street pavement condition Level of Service (LOS) 'B'
(good).
The Street Maintenance Program has set a performance goal of 95 total lane miles of road to resurface
by the end of 2020. We exceeded our second quarter paving goal of 10 lane miles. The heart of our
paving season is the third quarter with ideal paving temperatures and lower traffic impacts with school
in recess.
Definition:
The number of lane miles improved displays the City's commitment to providing safe, well-maintained
streets. Proper maintenance reduces future maintenance costs by extending the life of the pavement
and maximizing our investments. Quarterly targets are set to provide information on our progress
towards meeting our yearly goals. These targets vary from quarter to quarter due to weather limitations
of the construction season. Achieving our yearly goals allows us to meet our overall street pavement
condition Level of Service 'B' (LOS). The total number of lane miles improved annually increased
significantly starting in 2011 due to the increased revenue dedicated to Street Maintenance and Repair
in the Keep Fort Collins Great tax initiative in 2010.
Why is this metric important?
Well-maintained streets contribute to overall safety and reduces future maintenance costs by extending
the life of the pavement and maximizing our investments. City Council has adopted policy that the
overall road system condition be at a B level of service. Systematic maintenance extends and
maximizes the street infrastructure lifespan.
City’s impact on this metric:
High – The City directly maintains the roadway system.
Benchmarks:
Benchmarking in progress
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/