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January 2020
JANUARY 9, 2020
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
JANUARY 14 ADJOURNED MEETING ......................................................................................................................4
JANUARY 21 COUNCIL MEETING ............................................................................................................................4
JANUARY 23 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING - CANCELED .........................................................4
JANUARY 28 STATE OF THE CITY .............................................................................................................................5
JANUARY 30 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD RETREAT FOLLOW UP ..........................................................5
FEBRUARY 4 COUNCIL MEETING ............................................................................................................................5
FEBRUARY 11 WORK SESSION ................................................................................................................................5
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ........................................................................................................6
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ....................................................................................... 6
CP- ENGINEERING .............................................................................................................................. 7
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................7
TRANSFORT BUS PAD UPGRADE PROJECT..............................................................................................................8
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET ................................................................8
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ..............................................................................................................9
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING ...................................................................9
TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT ............................................................................................................. 10
JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ................................................................................................... 10
LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT .............................................................................................................. 11
WILLOW STREET IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 12
TIMBERLINE WIDENING AT GREAT WESTERN CROSSING ................................................................................... 13
NORTH MASON DESIGN – ALPINE TO HICKORY .................................................................................................. 13
LAPORTE AVENUE ROADWAY AND BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS ............................................................................ 14
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................... 14
BUCKING HORSE PARK ......................................................................................................................................... 14
CITY PARK REFRESH ............................................................................................................................................. 15
CYCLO-CROSS SKILLS TRAINING COURSE PILOT PROGRAM AT ROSSBOROUGH PARK ....................................... 16
EAST COMMUNITY PARK MAINTENANCE FACILITY ............................................................................................. 17
EASTSIDE PARK IMPROVEMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 18
POUDRE RIVER WHITEWATER PARK .................................................................................................................... 18
POUDRE TRAIL AT LANCER DRIVE ........................................................................................................................ 19
REACH 4 FEASIBILITY STUDY ................................................................................................................................ 20
TRAIL HEAD PARK ................................................................................................................................................ 20
CP - OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 21
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION ........................................................................................ 21
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 21
CP - UTILITIES.................................................................................................................................... 22
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY ............................................................................................................................. 22
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 23
NEW FEEDER CAPACITY (E. DRAKE & LEMAY) ..................................................................................................... 23
GIS/GWD & ADMS ............................................................................................................................................... 24
SYSTEM CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY 1-WOODWEST.................................................................................... 24
REMINGTON STREET STORM SEWER .................................................................................................................. 24
MAIL CREEK IMPROVEMENTS AT MEADOW PASSWAY ...................................................................................... 25
21” STOVER SEWER REPLACEMENT .................................................................................................................... 25
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 26
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 26
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 27
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 29
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW .......................................................................................... 29
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 30
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON .............................................................................................................................. 31
GRAFFITI UPDATE ............................................................................................................................ 32
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 32
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 32
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 33
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 33
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 33
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 33
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 34
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 34
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 34
CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 34
NATURAL AREAS .................................................................................................................................................. 35
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 35
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION ................................................................................. 36
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 37
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
JANUARY 14 ADJOURNED MEETING
Items Relating to Montava Planned Unit Development (PUD) Master
Plan (First Reading)
o Consider approval of the Montava Planned Unit Development (PUD) Master Plan, including
various amendments to related plans. Generally located north of Mountain Vista Drive, west of
Turnberry Road, and east of Anheuser Busch/I-25.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
JANUARY 21 COUNCIL MEETING
Adoption of an Urban Renewal Area Plan in the Vicinity of Drake and College
o Consider the formation of a new Urban Renewal Plan Area in the vicinity of Drake and College.
Economic Health - 3.4 Foster infill and redevelopment that enhances the community.
Hughes Stadium Site Rezoning (2nd Reading) (Postponed from November 19)
o Consider a rezoning of 164.56 acres that was the site of the former Hughes Stadium. The
proposal amends the City of Fort Collins Zoning Map from the Transition (T) zone district.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.5 Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use,
historical preservation and development review process.
Appeals Code Updates
o Consider changes to the appeals code that clarify and improve processes and eliminate
confusion, internal conflict, duplication and process issues.
High Performing Government - 7.1 Provide world-class municipal services to
residents and business.
One Twenty Eight Racquette Drive Annexation Initiation (consent)
o Initiate annexation and zoning proceedings for the One Twenty Eight Racquette Drive
Annexation, located at 128 Racquette Drive which shares a common boundary with the former
Fort Collins Airstrip and is approximately 365 feet west of Dry Creek.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
Staff Report: Community Dashboard Metric
o Share with Council and the community current status and factors influencing a Community
Dashboard metric over which the City organization has a high level of influence.
High Performing Government - 7.6 Leverage data, technology, metrics and
benchmarks to guide decisions, to improve results, and enhance service delivery.
JANUARY 23 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING -
CANCELED
Meeting canceled
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
JANUARY 28 STATE OF THE CITY
Work Session Canceled
State of the City Program to be held 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the Colorado State University main
campus, Canvas Stadium, Hall of Champions, 1st Floor, 751 West Pitkin St.
RSVP details available on www.fcgov.com/stateofthecity/
JANUARY 30 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD RETREAT FOLLOW
UP
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Colorado River Community Room, 222 Laporte Avenue
FEBRUARY 4 COUNCIL MEETING
Timberline Mixed Use Annexation Nos. 1-3 and Zoning (First Reading - consent)
o Consider annexation and zoning proceedings for the Timberline Mixed-Use Annexation Nos. 1-
3, located at the northwest corner of Timberline Road and International Boulevard. Proposed
zoning is Industrial (I).
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
Soldier Canyon Pump Station Annexation and Zoning (First Reading-consent)
o Consider annexation and zoning proceedings for the Soldier Canyon Pump Station Annexation,
located on west Laporte Avenue, adjacent to the City Water Treatment Plant. Proposed zoning
is Residential Foothills (R-F).
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
Staff Report: Water Reclamation and Biosolids Platinum Certification
o Highlight a good news item that the Water Reclamation and Biosolids Division received platinum
certification recognition from the National Biosolids Partnership Program.
Environmental Health - 4.7 Continually improve environmental regulatory
performance.
FEBRUARY 11 WORK SESSION
West Nile Virus Program
o Provide a review of the current West Nile Virus Program and a preview of the off-season
Technical Advisory Committee schedule.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.6 Protect and preserve the quality of life in
neighborhoods.
Community Composting
o Request feedback regarding policy options regarding composting of food scraps and/or yard
trimmings from residences and restaurants. In 2017, Council requested staff revisit this topic
once a compost facility in close proximity to Fort Collins was in development, which has since
happened.
Environmental Health - 4.4 Achieve the 2020 Road to Zero Waste goals and work
toward the 2030 Zero waste goals.
Plastics Pollution
o Seek input on preferred measures to reduce plastic pollution in the community and our water
supplies including expanded educational efforts, state/federal advocacy, and local ordinances
related to both micro and macro plastics in the environment.
Environmental Health - 4.4 Achieve the 2020 Road to Zero Waste goals and work
toward the 2030 zero waste goals
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
Environmental Health - 4.9 Sustain and improve the health of the Cache la Poudre
River and its watershed.
Electric Residential Time of Use Review after one year
o Present the realized impacts of the first 12 months of the Time of Use Residential electric rate
structure.
Economic Health - 3.5 Maintain utility systems, services infrastructure and
predictable rates.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Manufactured Home Residents’ Rights Preservation: January 15
City staff will conduct a workshop and listening session with owners and property managers of
Manufactured Home Communities in January 15 at the Northside Aztlan Community Center. The
purpose of the workshop is to inform owners and managers about the project and to seek their input
regarding possible solutions that could help preserve residents’ rights. This will be one of several
engagement opportunities that will be carried out during the year.
Home2Health Strategic Doing: January 27
The Home2Health project team will host a series of Strategic Doing events to encourage
collaboration around housing affordability and health equity issues. These workshops will convene
a range of housing and health stakeholders - including community members - who are focused on
taking action regarding these topics. The first workshop will take place on January 27 at the
Northside Aztlan Community Center.
Halligan Public Hearing: January 13
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is holding an open house/public hearing for the Halligan Water
Supply Project on January 13. There will be opportunities for the public to provide comments about
the draft environmental impact statement verbally to a stenographer or in writing. Fort Collins
Utilities will also be available to discuss the Conceptual Mitigation Plan for the Halligan Reservoir
Enlargement Alternative.
Remington Stormwater Project Open House: January 29
Utilities will offer an open house to the residential and business community that will be impacted by
the Remington Stormwater Outfall project, which is anticipated to begin in mid-February. The
project will cause road closures, lasting nearly 6 months long to improve the existing stormwater
infrastructure along the Remington corridor.
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
NOVEMBER SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 3.6% 2.7%
Net Use Tax Collected: 17.2% 5.0%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 5.7% 3.1%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are up 3.1% and total $129.9M.
NOVEMBER SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 2.1% 1.0%
Net Use Tax Collected: 12.3% 6.7%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 3.6% 1.9%
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
Year to date, the City has collected 1.9% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $2.4M over 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: 2019 construction program complete; currently planning 2020 program.
Recently completed project: new sidewalk installed at Mulberry and Riverside (see before and after
pictures above).
More information is available at http://www.fcgov.com/engineering/pedneeds.php
Capital Project
(CP) Updates are
indicated in bold
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
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
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:
Completed 10 of 66 bus pads to date; next 10 pads scheduled or in planning for Jan-Feb
2020.
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 2020
Phase: Roadway Completed, Landscape Phase
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
Project Details:
Design and construction of a new arterial roadway that connects existing Suniga Road, from Blondel St.
to College Avenue.
Project Status:
Landscape started in November and will proceed until winter weather prohibits progress.
Improvements will then resume in the early Spring of 2020.
More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/suniga-to-college-improvements
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: 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:
Staff is moving forward with right of way acquisition.
Staff will issue RFP to secure construction contractor early in 2020 and begin construction late
spring 2020 with subgrade and utility improvements.
Staff has received preliminary approval through the PUC and BNSF of the bridge crossing.
Staff is now continuing to move forward with other associated agreements with BNSF.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay
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: $7M - $10M
Estimated Completion Date: Pending funding
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.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
Project Status:
City Staff are presenting results of the alternatives analysis to City boards and commissions.
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: $5M
Estimated Completion Date: 2021
Phase: 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:
No updates
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:
No updates
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP)
Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M
Estimated Completion Date: 2020
Phase: Engineering Design
Project Details:
The goals of this project are to renovate Linden Street between Walnut Street and Jefferson Street.
Initial concepts include converting this section of Linden Street to a “convertible” street; one that can
function primarily as a roadway but can also be closed to vehicles and converted to a pedestrian plaza
during specialty events.
Project Status:
With strategies identified to mitigate the loss of on-street parking, staff has advanced the parallel
parking alternative shown above into the final engineering design phase.
Staff will continue public outreach to gather perspectives on how best to minimize impacts to
adjacent properties and businesses while constructing the project.
Staff is seeking proposals from contractors to partner with the City in finalizing the
engineering design and construct the planned improvements. Staff anticipates selecting a
contractor by February 2020.
Staff expects construction phases to begin in the spring of 2020; including striping new on-street
parking spaces around Linden Street.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
WILLOW STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants, Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP), Developer
Contributions, DDA Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2020
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
This project will design 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:
Pedestrian scale lighting to be installed, which will bring the capital project to a close.
Plaza art installation is scheduled for Spring of 2020.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
TIMBERLINE WIDENING AT GREAT WESTERN CROSSING
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), Developer Contributions, Building on
Basics (BOB) 1.0, Arterial Intersection Funding
Estimated Project Budget: $0.6M – Phase Two
Estimated Completion Date: December 2019
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
In 2016, Phase One intersection improvements were completed at Prospect and Timberline; along with
Timberline widening and multi-modal improvements south of Prospect. Phase Two improvements will
consist of widening the Great Western Railway crossing, completion of multi-modal connections at the
crossing, a new railroad signal system, and completion of the “free-right” turn from eastbound Prospect
to southbound Timberline.
Project Status:
Roadway widening has been completed.
Minor median, earthwork and sidewalk work will be occurring thru early January.
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.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14
Project Status:
No project updates.
LAPORTE AVENUE ROADWAY AND BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: CCIP, Pedestrian Program, Capital Bridge
Program
Estimated Project Budget: $3.2M
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2021 – Pending final
funding for roadway
Phase: Conceptual Design
Project Details:
This project will replace two bridges over the New Mercer Canal
just east of Taft Hill Road along Laporte Avenue north of the
cemetery. One bridge is structurally deficient while the other is
functionally obsolete. This project is also design pedestrian,
bicycle and other roadway improvements from Fishback to
Sunset to provide a safer connection to amenities including
Poudre High School and PSD offices. The project is currently
only funded to provide 30% design for improvements along the entire corridor, however the final design
and construction of both bridges is fully funded through the City’s Capital Bridge Program. The City
intends to construct the bridges over next winter 2020/2021.
Project Status:
Staff is finalizing public outreach for the project and plans to begin preliminary engineering
design in Q1 of 2020.
30% Design scheduled for April of 2020.
Staff has applied for two separate grant applications for this project (Transportation
Alternatives Program and the Multi-Modal Options Fund) to fund the pedestrian and bicycle
portions of the project.
Project is scheduled to construct the bridges in Winter of 2020/2021.
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
BUCKING HORSE PARK
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
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:
A neighborhood meeting to identify programmatic elements was held Nov. 20
PPD is continuing to solicit neighborhood feedback online regarding park elements and
design features
Three alternatives for the park will be developed soon.
CITY PARK REFRESH
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:
Based on Council direction, a new main restroom is proposed in City Park, utilizing the available
BOB funding.
Planning & design efforts for that project are underway.
Fabrication of the new City Park Train continues. When complete, the train will be placed in
storage until funding for site work related to the installation of the train at City Park is
secured. Strategies for fundraising for the train are currently being explored.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16
CYCLO-CROSS SKILLS TRAINING COURSE PILOT PROGRAM AT
ROSSBOROUGH PARK
Funding Source: Cyclo-cross community donations
Phase: Pilot project ended on December 10, 2019
Estimated Completion: December 2019
Project Details:
The city has been working with the cyclo-cross community for several years to evaluate several park
sites for suitability to pilot a cyclo-cross skills training course. Rossborough Park was selected as the
best fit due to existing physical features needed for the training course, available space for the use, and
ability to mitigate potential conflicts with other park users.
Staff from Park Planning, Parks, Forestry and Engineering have collaborated with the cyclo-cross
community on the best course layout in order to protect park resources and other park uses while
providing several skills features for cyclo-cross riders.
Project Status:
The pilot season ended December 10, 2019.
Comments and feedback are currently being analyzed and will be presented at an upcoming
neighborhood meeting in February.
Details of the meeting will be communicated once the final date is set.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
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:
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:
The maintenance facility is proposed east of Bucking Horse Park near the intersection of Drake &
Ziegler, south of the water treatment facility. The City purchased the land recently for this purpose.
As part of the development review process, an Addition of Permitted Use is required. The Planning
department requires two neighborhood meetings, approval from the Planning & Zoning Board, and
Council approval. Operation Services will be leading the design and construction of the facility.
The second required meeting is anticipated to be held in conjunction with the third and final Bucking
Horse neighborhood meeting, in late 2020. There was no opposition to the construction of the
maintenance facility.
RFP process for design consultant is underway.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
EASTSIDE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: First United Methodist Church
Total Project Cost: Based on fundraising efforts
Phase: Fundraising
Estimated Completion: TBD
Project Details:
Based on a generous gift from United Methodist Church, some park improvements are proposed at
Eastside Park. These improvements will include landscape, lighting, and seating enhancements. Park
Planning & Development has prepared an improvement plan for the park.
Project Status:
Fundraising efforts by the First United Methodist Church have reached $245,000.
A timeline for design and construction is currently being developed.
POUDRE RIVER WHITEWATER PARK
Funding Source: Park Planning & Development, CCIP, General Fund, Public and Private Fundraising,
Stormwater, and Natural Areas
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 19
Total Project Cost: $11.5M
Phase: Completed – October 2019
Project Details:
The Poudre River Whitewater Park project has been a collaborative effort between multiple City
departments, local advocates, and the philanthropic community. The project provided natural systems,
stormwater, and recreation benefits. Project elements include whitewater boating features, a pedestrian
bridge, a naturalistic park space, overlook plaza, trail & walk connections, and parking.
Project Status:
Project closeout is underway. This process includes finalizing contracts, turning over the
maintenance of the park to the Parks Department, and fulfilling grant requirements.
The in-stream whitewater features have been through the first run-off season and feedback
from the boating community recommends “tuning” or making small adjustments to enhance
the performance of the upper drop structure. Staff is working with our stakeholders,
consultants and permitting agencies to understand our options and make a recommendation
regarding any additional work and associated timing.
POUDRE TRAIL AT LANCER DRIVE
Funding Source: Conservation Trust Fund
Total Project Cost: $750,000
Phase: Under construction
Estimated Completion: Winter 2019
Project Detail:
The Poudre Trail spur at Lancer Drive will be located east of Lincoln Middle School, and provide a safe,
off-street pedestrian route from West Vine Drive to the Poudre Trail. In addition to the trail, Natural
Areas and FC Bikes are proposing improvements in the area, to create a safer environment and
enhanced connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Project Status
Trail construction is near completion with the manufacturing and installation of the pedestrian bridge
pending. Once the bridge is installed, the trail connections to the bridge can be completed. This
work is anticipated to be done in the Spring of 2020.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 20
REACH 4 FEASIBILITY STUDY
Funding Source: CCIP
Total Project Cost: $125,000
Phase: Consultant Selection
Estimated Completion: Spring 2020
Project Detail:
This study will evaluate feasibility of improvements proposed for Reach 4 as part of the Poudre River
Downtown Master Plan, located along the Poudre River between the Whitewater Park and Linden
Street. The report will include estimated construction costs for use in preparing a 2021-22 budget offer.
Project Status
Consultant team is under contract
Site inventory and analysis underway
Stakeholder outreach will begin in January 2020
TRAIL HEAD PARK
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 21
Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Funds
Total Project Cost: $2.5-$3M
Phase: Design
Estimated Completion: Fall 2020
Project Details:
A new neighborhood park is proposed in the Trail Head neighborhood, located on East Vine Street. The
park will include typical park features including a shelter, playground, multi-purpose field, basketball
court, and play area for teens.
Project Status:
Park construction anticipated to begin in the Spring of 2020, and the park completed in Fall
of 2020.
CP - OPERATION SERVICES
GARDENS ON SPRING CREEK – VISITOR’S EXPANSION
Funding Sources: Building on Basic (BOB) II - $2.2M
Op Services (Maintenance): $410K
Privately Raised Funds: $740K
Total Project Cost: $3,350,000
Phase: Project Close-out
Completion Date: November 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:
Contractor is working on Punch List items.
Working on equipment commissioning.
Energizing the solar PV system on the roof.
Art in Public Places (APP) benches are being fabricated.
On track for LEED Gold; currently tracking at 61 credits after design submittal.
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: Late 2020
Project Completion
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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 site work is underway, but on hold due to winter weather.
Concrete paving has been put on hold due to winter weather.
We are working with property owners to get easements secured for the utilities for this project. Two
of the three are completed.
Building construction drawings are submitted for building permit and out for contractor
pricing.
Phase II GMP is scheduled for Loveland City Council on January 21, 2020.
CP - UTILITIES
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Funding Source: Capital Project Budget
Estimated Project Budget: $1,300,000
Phase: In Construction
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:
The ATO order has been placed, delivery date is still
unknown
Phase two has started. The Station 400 vault has been set
for the second switch
Completion is estimated for the third quarter of 2020.
Track Construction Underway
Water Treatment Facility
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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:
The Kepware BETA test program has been tested and
approved by the ESCADA team.
The ESCADA team is working on linking Kepware tags on
the new GEN64 screens.
NEW FEEDER CAPACITY (E. DRAKE & LEMAY)
Funding Source: New Capital
Estimated Project Budget: $500,000
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
Install 7000 feet of three phase 750 Al and one switch to serve new
load at Drake and Lemay.
Project Status: No Updates
The new circuit 234B has been extended to the customer site.
Customer pad and switch is in place. Customer is delaying the
final installation of our last segment of 750 Al until their 200amp
switch gear arrives.
750 Al has been installed, terminations installed, and x-ray
procedure is completed. Awaiting customer outage for final
connection.
Crossing Drake
SCADA Software
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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: No Updates
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: No Update
REMINGTON STREET STORM SEWER
Funding Source: Stormwater and Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $3,551,750
Status: In Design
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 Prospect Road. The storm sewer will be upsized to alleviate
Installing 12” water valve at
Stuart and Remington Streets
Cable to be replaced for the
Woodwest Project.
System Design Visual
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flooding along Remington and the surrounding areas. This project is currently in the final design phase
and construction is anticipated to begin in February 2020.
Project Status:
Tree pruning and removals is complete
Traffic control plan is underway
Construction scheduling and phasing is underway
MAIL CREEK IMPROVEMENTS AT MEADOW PASSWAY
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $2,808,900
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date: April 1, 2020
Project Details:
The Mail Creek stream reach is within an urbanized corridor and is experiencing severe bed erosion.
Improvements will include
stabilizing the creek bed and banks through a combination of
bio-engineered designs, re-grading, re-vegetation, and easements from property owners to construct
and maintain the improvements.
Project Status:
Underground bore of storm sewer at Greenview Court is complete.
Install dewatering system and temporary utilities are on-going.
Channel alignment and pool grading are on-going.
21” STOVER SEWER REPLACEMENT
Funding Source: Wastewater
Estimated Project Budget: $550,000
Status: In Construction
Estimated Completion Date: June 1, 2020
Project Details:
The 21” Stover Street sewer replacement project includes
construction of 460’ of new 24” sanitary sewer in Parker Street
between Stover Street and Ukiah Lane. Manholes on each side of
the new segment will be installed and two new manholes in
Stover Street will be installed to create a permanent bypass
structure which can be used in future maintenance and
rehabilitation. The project is needed to replace a section of
sanitary sewer that broke in July 2019 and required emergency
repair.
Project Status:
Final design is complete.
Independent cost estimate is complete.
Public outreach has taken place with postcards mailed.
Sanitary sewer break,
July 16, 2019
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PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Jan. 6| Two Residential Structure Fires in Three Hours
PFA Firefighters responded to two residential structure
fires in less than three hours. Thankfully, there were no
injuries and firefighters rescued pets in both incidents.
The fire responses overlapped and were over six miles
apart, which is a strong reminder of why we need a
robust system strategically placed throughout the
community.
Fire #1: 1500 block of Buttonwood Dr. near the
intersection of Drake and Lemay
Engine 10 was the first on scene and arrived at 11:31
a.m. They saw smoke coming from the single story
home. One resident was home and self-evacuated. Firefighters used a fognail from the roof to help
extinguish the fire and lower temperatures. The sprinkler-like device can reach fires in confined spaces
such as attics with less risk to responders and minimal damage to property. Firefighters were able to
retrieve a cat, place it in a carrier and bring it to its owner. The fire involved the kitchen and attic. The
majority of the kitchen ceiling collapsed. The Tower 1 Crew provided some ‘overhaul’ or cleanup, to
assist the fire investigation and as a service to the resident.
Fire #2: 6600 block of Desert Willow Way near the intersection of Trilby and Lemay
Engine 14 was the first on scene and arrived at 2:23 p.m. Firefighters saw smoke inside the building.
No one was home in the unit where the fire started, and residents in two other units were evacuated.
Residents were allowed back in after ventilation and air levels were safe. Two cats and a dog were
rescued from one unit. Both of the cats suffered smoke inhalation and were transported to a
veterinarian by UCHealth. The dog also received care. Firefighters removed a cat and dog from another
unit that did not need care.
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Jan. 5 & 6 | Hay Fire Northeast of Fort Collins
PFA and Wellington Fire Protection District responded to a hay fire inside a storage building on CR 56.
Units were dispatched at 5:31 a.m. Wellington Engine 16 was the first on scene and attacked the fire.
The PFA Tower 1 crew removed metal siding from the building to create access for a second fire attack
on the ‘seat’ of the fire, which is often the hottest point. Hay fires can be difficult to extinguish since the
hay insulates heat and moisture inside the bales or piles can actually increase the heat. They often
smolder for days and reignite, especially in windy conditions. The pile was originally 30 ft. by 40 ft. and
nearly 20 ft. high.
Jan. 1 | House Fire on New Year’s Day
Firefighters responded to a house fire on Breakwater Dr.
near the intersection of E. Harmony Rd. and S. Lemay
Ave. 2:43 p.m. Thankfully, the homeowners were not
home and there was no risk to other structures. The
Engine 5 crew was the first on scene. Smoke and flames
were coming through the roof. The response was
upgraded to a ‘second alarm fire’, which dispatched
additional resources. Crews attacked the fire from inside
and outside of the home. Firefighters coordinated the
exterior attack from the extended aerial arm of Tower 1.
The flames were knocked down by 2:55 p.m.
POLICE SERVICES
Community Engagement
Shop with a Cop – This annual event is
always a fun opportunity connect with local
families and provide some extra cheer
during what can often be a difficult season
for those in hardship. This year, the
December event supported 46 kids from 21
families who are experiencing or facing
homelessness. Over 70 emergency
services personnel and 15 Target
employees volunteered to help. Kids paired
up with first responders to pick out gifts for
their family members, then everything was
wrapped and sent home with our young
shoppers.
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Santa Cops of Larimer County – On
December 14, local law enforcement delivered
gifts to families across Northern Colorado.
Santa Cops is a non-profit that works to provide
toys for children in need in Larimer County to
enhance the relationship between children and
law enforcement within our communities for
Christmas and throughout the year. These are
children who come from all walks of life and
differing circumstances, but all are faced with
limitations in their homes.
Cops Fighting Cancer – On December 12,
FCPS officers joined the “Long Blue Line” at
Children’s Hospital in Denver, delivering toys to
children and families. It's truly a privilege to
connect with these kids who face medical
challenges with such strength and heart, and we're grateful for the chance to bring a little joy and fun to
their hospital home away from home.
Coffee with a Cop – FCPS hosted its last Coffee
with a Cop of the year on December 20. Officers
connected with community members who came
specifically for the event, as well as those who
just happened to be passing through.
Agency News
Police Academy Graduation – Our newest
recruits graduated from Police Academy in early
December. These five new recruits will continue
their training for several more months here at
FCPS. We look forward to welcoming them to
patrol in the new year!
Mental Health
Our co-responder teamed up with Dispatch and
Patrol to develop a 911 checklist. This community
resource will help families prepare and know what
to expect if they call police to help resolve a
mental/behavior health crisis involving a loved
one. A downloadable PDF of this checklist and additional resources for individuals and families are
available at fcgov.com/police/mental-health.
Crime Prevention
During a December Community Impact Day, patrol officers spent time connecting with shoppers around
major retail stores. They handed out several hundred safety brochures to community members, talked
about things like the importance of locking vehicles and avoiding leaving valuables in plain sight,
preventing package theft, and spotting seasonal scams. FCPS also worked to prevent package theft in
December with this PSA:
https://www.facebook.com/fortcollinspoliceservices/videos/2900146343331822/
This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist Susan Vance had 20 telephone calls. Presentations
included talking to residents of the Stanford Apartments (Catalyst/Housing Authority) about safety and
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crime prevention, and two sessions of teaching staff at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery about
Dealing With Difficult People. Here’s the breakdown on activities in December:
Neighborhood Safety, Stanford Apts, 18 attended
Home Security Check, Buchannan Court, 1 attended
Difficult People, FCMoD, 38 attended
Difficult People, FCMoD, 24 attended
RESTORE, 40 attended
This month concludes Susan’s career of more than 30 years here at FCPS. We wish her the very best
of luck in retirement!
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/
CDPHE Housing Affordability and Health Equity Grant
A public kickoff event is anticipated in early 2020. All grant activities are being closely coordinated to
integrate with and support parallel City efforts including; manufactured home park preservation, Land
Use Code Audit, Social Sustainability Gaps Analysis, Affordable Housing Strategic Plan update, and
updates to HUD plans.
City Plan Implementation – Land Use Code Audit
The final code audit report and findings are slated for the December/January timeframe.
Harmony Corridor Plan Gateway Area Update
Public hearings have been scheduled with P&Z, NRAB, LCSB, Transportation Board, Water Board and
the EAC during January. Council consideration of plan and code amendments is scheduled for first
reading on February 18th.
Hughes Rezoning
City Council approved an ordinance at 1st reading on November 5th that rezones the Hughes property
from Transition (T) to a combination of Low-Density Mixed-Use Neighborhood (LMN) and Residential
Foothills (RF) with the requirement that the RF-zoned area be designed as a cluster plan. Second
reading is continued to January 21, 2020 in order for the Ethics Board to address a complaint related to
Council’s action at the first reading.
Oil and Gas Operations
Staff continue to engage the public while developing local oil and gas regulations. A City
interdepartmental workshop is scheduled for mid-January, and a Superboard meeting is scheduled in
February. Regularly scheduled conversations with the operator and Larimer County continue. A City
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Council Work Session is scheduled in April to discuss alternatives for regulatory framework for
consideration.
Montava Development Project
The Planning & Zoning Board held a hearing for the Montava Planned Unit Development (PUD) project
on August 15 and recommended approval of the project to City Council. City Council is the final
decision-maker on the Montava PUD. At the January 7th City Council meeting, Council postponed the
hearing for the Montava PUD to the January 14th meeting, due to the unexpected absence of two
Councilmembers. Public comment will be heard on that evening instead. The second reading of any
ordinances, including opportunities for public comment, will likely occur in late January or early
February. All Council meetings will start at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 300 Laporte.
New Development Applications – December 2019
More information on development proposals under
review: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Project Name Project Type Location
Wells Fargo Parking Lot and
ATMs – Major Amendment and
Addition of Permitted Use,
MJA190003
Parking Lot with Drive-Thru
Facilities 112 W Magnolia St
Stodgy Brewing Final Plan,
FDP190026 Brewery 1802 Laporte Ave
Guardian Self Storage,
PDP190020 Indoor Self-Storage
NE Corner of College Ave and Fossil
Creek Pkwy
3009 S Taft Hill Rd Single-Family
Home, FDP190027
Single-Family Detached
House 3009 S Taft Hill Rd
Development Project Decisions – December 2019
More information on development project
decisions: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/agendas.php
Project Name Decision Maker Location Decision
Date Decision
PSD Prospect School Site,
SPA190002
Planning & Zoning
Board
NW Corner of
Prospect Rd and
CR5
12/19/19 Recommendation
of Approval
The Odell Wine Project,
MJA190002
Planning & Zoning
Board 824 E Lincoln Ave 12/19/19 Approved
WoodSpring Suites,
PDP190006 Hearing Officer 847 SE Frontage Rd 12/23/19
Approved with
Conditions
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Mobile Home Park Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Services received mid-cycle funding for two new programs to improve livability in mobile
home park neighborhoods. $50,000 in mini-grant funding will be available to residents, park owners,
and property managers in 2020 for small projects such as tree trimming, safety lighting, and sewer
scoping. The mini-grant applications will be reviewed in two rounds, the first in March and the second in
June. Community outreach to mobile home park residents, owners, and property managers is already
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An internal cross-departmental technical team for Mobile Home Park Residents’ Rights was created in
October and meets biweekly to guide public outreach and engagement for all new mobile home park
projects. JC Ward is heading up the Residents’ Rights team and working with departments across the
City to identify existing resources to support the team’s work, as well as identify gaps in inspection and
enforcement in Municipal Codes to improve Neighborhood Livability in mobile home parks.
Neighborhood Services Roadshow
Neighborhood Services Staff is visiting other City departments with an informational roadshow about
existing and upcoming programs, as well as potential collaboration opportunities. Natural Areas, CPIO,
Environmental Services, and Finance participated in November. Through the roadshow sessions, Staff
has already identified “cross-pollination” potential to build into 2020 Work Plans with Natural Areas and
Environmental Services.
‘Thank You, Neighbor’ Bags
In response to the impressive tales of neighbors helping neighbors during the big snowstorms in
November and December, Neighborhood Services is adapting the ‘Welcome Bag’ program to include
‘Thank You, Neighbor’ bags. Throughout January and February, we are providing small gift bags and
frozen cookie dough from Mary’s Mountain Cookies for neighbors to pick up at the Neighborhood
Services office, bake the cookies, and deliver to their superhero neighbors in gratitude and recognition
of the neighbors making Fort Collins a world-class community. We are creating a blog to feature some
of these amazing stories that are “Making Mister Rogers Proud” at
https://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/making-mr-rogers-proud.
Campus West Connections
Campus West Connections had approximately 106 people using the space during various meetings
that took place, including: City Works Education class, Party Partners classes, Community Violations,
SRO Team Meeting, Victim Interview, CWC Collaboration meetings, Fake ID Impact Classes, CWC
Management Team meetings. As well, staff members from Code Compliance, Off-Campus Life,
Student Resolution Center, CDNS Admin, and Police Services worked out of the space for
approximately 262 hours.
Collaboration End of Semester Luncheon
A Collaboration End of Semester Luncheon was held Campus West Connections and included staff
members from City of Fort Collins Neighborhood Services, Code Compliance, Police Services, CSU Off
Campus Life and Student Resolution Center. The purpose of the luncheon was to bring all Campus
West Connections partners together for a workshop regarding the Optimal College Town Assessment
Questions.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
2018 2019 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 365 421 15.34%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design/Staff Reviews 252 232 -7.94%
Building Permits Issued 10,685 16,663 55.95%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $504.75 $375.54 -25.60%
Building Inspections Performed 33,736 27,095 -19.69%
Zoning Inspections Performed 2,598 433 -83.33%
Zoning Plan Reviews Performed 3,286 2,796 -14.91%
Overall Development Review revenues are $(1,164,393) under projection for 2019 as of December
31st with Development Review under by $(1,086,353) and Engineering Development Review under by
($78,040).
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GRAFFITI UPDATE
During the month of December 2019, the Graffiti Abatement Team abated 34 issues consisting of 103
tags measuring 532 square feet of graffiti-covered surfaces.
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Christmas Tree Recycling
Household waste increases by more than 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, adding
an additional one million tons of waste to America’s landfills each week. One thing you can keep out of
the trash is your Christmas tree! Starting December 26th, you can recycle your Christmas tree at
multiple locations across Fort Collins. Learn more about where to recycle your tree and ways to trim
holiday waste at www.fcgov.com/recycling.
Our Climate Future Update
The Our Climate Future Planning effort–an update to the City’s Climate Action Plan, Road to Zero
Waste and Energy Policy–launched last fall and will enter Phase 2 of community engagement early
this year. The project’s goal is to co-create equitable solutions to achieve the community's energy,
waste, and climate goals.
The City would like to thank the almost 2,000 community members who attended events and engaged
online, and the 500 who provided direct feedback on their vision for a sustainable future in Fort Collins
and what could be barriers to achieving that vision. The project team trained a handful of Community
Partners and Plan Ambassadors who helped engage community members in conversations and
presentations about opportunities and challenges facing Fort Collins as we head into the next decade.
This feedback will help determine themes and big ideas for the next phase of engagement and
eventual plan development and policy creation.
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
January 5 0 29 34
February 10 9 38 57
March 12 5 76 93
April 19 3 40 62
May 13 3 53 69
June 16 7 42 65
July 7 11 51 69
August 16 7 71 94
September 14 5 46 65
October 4 4 37 45
November 1 2 58 61
December 5 3 26 34
Total 122 59 567 748
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Learn more and share your ideas on the Our Climate Future planning effort at
ourcity.fcgov.com/ourclimatefuture.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Applications Open January 9 for 2020 Housing and Human Services Competitive Process
The City will begin accepting applications on January 9 as part of the Competitive Process for allocating
federal and City funds to affordable housing and human service projects and programs.
Funds will be awarded to nonprofit agencies, affordable housing providers and other entities serving
Fort Collins residents in low- and moderate-income households. Pre-applications are due January 24
and full applications must be submitted by February 14.
A comprehensive collection of guiding documents, resources and the complete timeline are available at
https://www.fcgov.com/socialsustainability/competitive-process.
The City’s Social Sustainability Department assists with financial support for housing and human
services and serves as a convener and collaborator as part of its Strategic Plan. For more information
about Competitive Process and the City’s recent human service and housing funding history, visit the
Social Sustainability website.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Fort Collins Celebrated the 10th Anniversary of Shop Small Saturday on November 30th
Small Business Saturday is a shopping holiday celebrated nationwide every Saturday after Black Friday
(Friday after Thanksgiving). Each year, Small Business Saturday's coordinated events across the
country encourage a unique opportunity to introduce community members to local small businesses.
You can participate by shopping locally throughout the entire shopping season. This month the City is
featuring small, local businesses from each Council district.
Look out for our Shop Small Business posts on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fortcollinsgov/
& Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fortcollinsgov/.
#ShopSmall #SmallBizSat
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Community Engagement reached 14,349 participants through 242 outreach events and programs
covering topics such as Time-of-Day rates, Income Qualified Assistance Program, Our Climate Future,
Halligan Reservoir, Epic Homes, and resource conservation.
In 2019 an average of 700 households were re-enrolled in the Income
Qualified Assistance Program (IQAP) through the Low Income Energy
Assistance Program (LEAP). From January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019,
IQAP enrolled customers saved a total of $236,368. Solar Affordability
Credit dollars were given as an extra benefit in the form of a bill credit to
all enrolled IQAP customers on their December 2019 bill.
The Energy Services Residential Solar Program received a total of 346 applications in 2019; 327 of
which were for rebate projects. The program supported $490,000 in residential solar rebates.
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In December, the Community Engagement Education team visited Polaris Expeditionary Learning
School and Eyestone to teach classes to elementary students about how they can be water saving
heroes at home and at school delivering the Dr. Waterwise curriculum. Staff also offered hands-on
experiments with wind turbines to the students of St. Joseph’s school. Participants got to test different
aspects of turbine design in an attempt to build the most efficient wind energy generator.
Utilities education team will be spending the last 4 days of January at Boltz Middle School offering
hydropower and wind turbine labs to over 400 6th and 8th grade students to educate them on
renewable power resources.
Larimer County Conservation Corps Training – Utility residents of
Larimer County have the option to schedule a home efficiency
assessment as a free service through the Larimer County
Conservation Corps program that Utilities supports with funding. The
crews provide energy and water conservation education designed to
promote behavioral changes in these areas. A training is scheduled for new crews to learn about
Utilities programs and messaging on January 7th and 8th.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
“Free” fitness week at Recreation Facilities: This year the Recreation Department had a free
fitness week to allow guest to try new fitness programs and to get excited about using our facilities.
With this promotional event we saw over 580 participants during the week of December 30th –
January 3rd.
PARKS
Cyclo-cross pilot concluded for the season at Rossborough Park.
Wreaths Across America took place at Grandview Cemetery where 1098 wreaths were placed on
veteran’s graves by 275 volunteers.
Began the 30th year of recycling resident’s Christmas trees in partnership with the Environmental
Services Department.
Collindale Golf Course restaurant concession contract was awarded to CB & Potts.
CULTURAL SERVICES
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December brought high attendance to the cultural facilities and programs with people enjoying the
holiday offerings. The Lincoln Center had multiple performances, including three separate Nutcracker
productions and a sold-out concert by Mannheim Steamroller. The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
featured exhibition “Game Changers” continues to draw the young and old interested in how innovation
has shaped the video game industry. And, the Gardens on Spring Creek welcomed thousands of
guests from throughout the region to the expanded and enhanced Garden of Lights.
NATURAL AREAS
Natural Areas & Rangers Recognized by Community
Nine out of ten respondents to the 2019 Community Survey
gave Natural Areas and Open Space high marks, exceeding
national and Front Range benchmarks. In addition, Natural
Areas Rangers received the highest rank for city-wide
safety services with 88% of residents reporting good or very
good service. Performance on this metric exceeded the
2019 Natural Areas Strategic Plan goal of 80% of residents
reporting good or very good service. It is the highest rating
of Ranger services since the survey question debuted in
2012. Rangers are also key to the 86% of residents who
responded feeling always safe or usually safe in Natural Areas.
Please join us in thanking the Natural Areas Rangers who serve residents and natural areas visitors
every day!
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
URA, Strategic Plan, and BFO Presentation
City staff conducted a presentation in conjunction with The Family Center on December 19 to give an
overview to community members about the City’s Strategic Plan, its’ relation to the Urban Renewal
Authority as well the Budget for Outcomes process. Community members participated in a group activity
where they brainstormed ideas regarding desired improvements to North College using URA funding.
Approximately 35 community members attended and participated in the event.
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Our Climate Future Community Conversation in Spanish
The last Our Climate Future Community Conversation of 2019 took place on December 7 at the City’s
Streets Facility. This was the first event conducted entirely in Spanish. Community members split into
teams and engaged in a discussion regarding their vision for a sustainable Fort Collins and obstacles
that could prevent the City from achieving that vision.
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION
Connexion Service
The Connexion team continues to turn on service in new neighborhoods weekly and we’re signing up
new customers daily!
What to expect:
1. Door hanger – we will post a sales door hanger on your front door (unless there is a no soliciting
sign present) as soon as service is available for your home.
2. Email – we will send an email out if we have an existing one on file. To ensure you receive
an email – visit fcconnexion.com/residential and fill out the form at the bottom of the
page!
3. Direct mail – we will mail out a post card to your home address 30 days after our initial door
hang.
Have you Spotted a Connexion Yard Sign in your neighborhood?
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If you have, it means Connexion service is there or is coming soon! Keep your eyes peeled!
How do I sign up?
Once you have been notified by the Connexion team that service is available for your home, you can
either call Customer Service at 970-212-2900 or go online at fcconnexion.com to sign up for service.
Connexion Technical Support 24/7
Our Technical Support Specialists are ready to assist customers calling in with technical support
questions or issues—no matter what time of day, or night it is. Our 100% local support team is available
Monday-Sunday, 24 hours a day!
Social Media
Follow Fort Collins Connexion on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest updates on Connexion, stay
informed and have fun! Join our growing online community of Connexion fans!
Facebook: @FCConnexion
Twitter: @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 High Performing Government Outcome Area.
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Analysis:
• Total cases submitted through Access Fort Collins increased 24% over Q2 2019 (Total cases =
1,654), reflecting a seasonal trend consistent with prior years.
• This quarter, 7.5% of the total case volume were Service Area Requests submitted by Council
members or the City Manager; the total number of Service Area Requests has remained steady
each quarter through 2019.
• Seasonal code compliance and maintenance topics remain the most popular, as well as parking
concerns, which have increased in recent years.
• Staff’s average response time to customers increased slightly in Q2, coinciding with the
increase in total cases; the response time remains below the three-day target.
Definition:
Total cases submitted online or via mobile application, including Council Member and City Manager
requests (SARs). Average Response Time is the average number of business days from when a case
is submitted to when a staff response is sent.
Why is this metric important?
Average response time is a customer service metric that indicates staff responsiveness to citizen and
Council questions, comments and service requests. The total number of cases reflects the system use,
which is important because the system was implemented to make it more convenient for citizens and
Council to contact City staff and know that they will get a response.
City’s impact on this metric:
High – Result is completely dependent on staff prioritization to respond to cases submitted.
Benchmarks:
Benchmarking in progress
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underway. Funding for development of a mobile home park resident handbook was also awarded for
2020. Staff is co-creating the handbook with mobile home park residents and began public participation
and engagement in November.