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FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
FEBRUARY 18 COUNCIL MEETING ..........................................................................................................................4
FEBRUARY 25 WORK SESSION ................................................................................................................................4
FEBRUARY 27 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD ............................................................................................5
MARCH 3 COUNCIL MEETING .................................................................................................................................5
MARCH 3 ELECTRIC UTILITY ENTERPRISE ...............................................................................................................5
MARCH 10 WORK SESSION - CANCELED .................................................................................................................5
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ........................................................................................................5
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ....................................................................................... 6
CP- ENGINEERING .............................................................................................................................. 6
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT ...............................................................................................................6
TRANSFORT BUS PAD UPGRADE PROJECT..............................................................................................................7
SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET ................................................................9
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ..............................................................................................................9
POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY ROAD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING ................................................................ 10
TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT ............................................................................................................. 10
JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ................................................................................................... 11
LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT .............................................................................................................. 11
WILLOW STREET IMPROVEMENTS ...................................................................................................................... 12
NORTH MASON DESIGN – ALPINE TO HICKORY .................................................................................................. 13
LAPORTE AVENUE ROADWAY AND BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS ............................................................................ 13
TAFT HILL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – HORSETOOTH TO HARMONY .................................................................... 14
EAST PROSPECT WIDENING – SHARP POINT TO INTERSTATE 25 ........................................................................ 14
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................... 15
BUCKING HORSE PARK ......................................................................................................................................... 15
CITY PARK REFRESH ............................................................................................................................................. 16
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 .................................................................................................................... 19
POUDRE TRAIL AT I-25 ......................................................................................................................................... 19
POUDRE TRAIL AT LANCER DRIVE ........................................................................................................................ 20
REACH 4 FEASIBILITY STUDY ................................................................................................................................ 21
TRAIL HEAD PARK ................................................................................................................................................ 22
CP - OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 22
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 22
CP - UTILITIES.................................................................................................................................... 23
WATER TREATMENT FACILITY ............................................................................................................................. 23
LIGHT & POWER GENESIS64 SCADA UPGRADE PROJECT .................................................................................... 23
NEW FEEDER CAPACITY (E. DRAKE & LEMAY) ..................................................................................................... 24
GIS/GWD & ADMS ............................................................................................................................................... 24
SYSTEM CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY 1-WOODWEST.................................................................................... 25
CATHODIC PROTECTION FOR NORTHEAST LOOP WATER LINE ........................................................................... 25
WTF- HORSETOOTH ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY PROJECT ............................................................................. 26
21” STOVER SEWER REPLACEMENT .................................................................................................................... 26
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 27
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 27
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 28
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 29
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW .......................................................................................... 29
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 31
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON .............................................................................................................................. 33
GRAFFITI UPDATE ............................................................................................................................ 33
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 33
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 33
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 34
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 34
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 34
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 34
WATER RESOURCES & TREATMENT OPERATIONS .............................................................................................. 35
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 35
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 35
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 36
CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 36
NATURAL AREAS .................................................................................................................................................. 37
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 37
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION ................................................................................. 37
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 38
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 18 COUNCIL MEETING
Items Relating to Montava Planned Unit Development (PUD) Master
Plan (2nd 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 Dr, west of
Turnberry Rd, 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.
Timberline Mixed Use Annexation Nos. 1-3 and Zoning (2nd 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 (2nd Reading - consent)
o Consider annexation and zoning proceedings for the Soldier Canyon Pump Station Annexation,
owned by Platte River Power Authority, 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: Historic Preservation Survey Update
o Share the current status of the historic preservation survey project, which was one of the
implementation actions from the new historic preservation code adopted in 2018.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.7 Guide development through community
planning, historic preservation, and efficient and effective development review.
FEBRUARY 25 WORK SESSION
2020 Strategic Plan
o Discussion of the draft 2020 Strategic Plan, including all seven outcome areas and associated
strategic objectives.
High Performing Government- 7.1 Provide world-class municipal services to residents
and businesses.
Fort Collins Mobility and Transportation
o Overview of current state and future opportunities for transportation and mobility in Fort Collins
and the surrounding region. Overviews of the major transportation plans will be discussed
(Transportation Plan, Transit Master Plan, Pedestrian Plan and Bicycle Master Plan).
Discussion of highest infrastructure and operational needs, including options to expand the
transit system and improvements to I-25. Seek direction on the Council priorities related to
mobility and removing barriers to transit.
Transportation - 6.2 Manage traffic congestion and improve high-priority intersections
6.3 Improve transit availability and grow ridership
6.4 Support, enhance, and accelerate I-25 improvements according to the multi-modal
environmental impact statement
6.5 Improve aging and/or missing transportation infrastructure that serves Fort
Collins
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.
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FEBRUARY 27 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD
3:00-5:00 p.m., Colorado River Community Room, 222 Laporte Ave., 1st Floor.
Agenda information available at www.renewfortcollins.com
MARCH 3 COUNCIL MEETING
Update to Harmony Gateway Plan (moved from February 18)
o Consider adoption of an update to the Harmony Corridor Plan and corresponding Harmony
Corridor Standards and Guidelines that pertain to the ‘Gateway Area’ at I-25 and Harmony
Road.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health - 1.5 Guide development compatible with
community expectations through appropriate planning.
High Performing Government - 7.5 Broaden methods of public engagement to reach
all segments of the community by giving additional consideration to diverse
backgrounds, languages and needs.
Staff Report: Update on Long Trains in Fort Collins
o Update Council on the latest regarding long trains in Fort Collins and to notify them about a
related Federal Railroad Administration effort to quantify impacts
Transportation- 6.1 Improve safety for all modes of travel.
Staff Report: Skills Based Volunteers at Natural Areas
o Skills Based Volunteers use their professional-level expertise to complete staff-identified
projects. These volunteer consultants analyze data, develop curriculum, analyze web analytics,
interview visitors, research history, and more. The cohort-based model was developed by
Natural Areas and is actively being shared as a best practice around the country.
High Performing Government -7.4 Attract, retain, engage, develop and reward a
diverse and competitive workforce to meet the needs of the community now and in
the future.
MARCH 3 ELECTRIC UTILITY ENTERPRISE
Epic Program Capital Agreements (First Reading)
o Approval of two separate loan agreements in order to fund the project demand for the Eipc
Homes Program
Environmental Health - 4.3 Achieve 2020 Energy Policy goals and work towards
Climate Action goals for carbon neutrality.
MARCH 10 WORK SESSION - CANCELED
CANCELED FOR CONGRESSIONAL CITY CONFERENCE - NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
ANNUAL CONFERENCE (MARCH 8-11, 2020)
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Manufactured Home Residents’ Rights Preservation Grant Writing Workshop: February 15
City staff will conduct a grant writing workshop, in partnership with The Family Center, for
community members who reside in Manufactured Home Communities. The grants can be used for
a variety of things that will enhance and improve the quality of life in these communities. City staff
will guide community members through the application and will answer any questions they may
have.
Building Energy and Water Scoring Program (BEWS): February 26 Energy Services and
Community Engagement staff will host an open house to assist property owners and managers
register their properties to be in compliance with the BEWS program. Utilities partnered with staff
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from Xcel Energy and the Brendle Group to help participants ensure their energy data is uploaded
into the Portfolio Manager benchmarking tool through the EPA’s Energy Star.
Halligan Water Supply Project: February 18 Utilities staff will present to the Foothills Rotary Club
as part of our ongoing management of reaching out to the community on the project.
Efficiency Works Contractor Training: February 25 and March 17 Utilities staff will host
technical training for contractors highlighting optimization of LED lighting for savings and
performance on February 25. On March 17, the next segment of the Technical Training series will
be hosted at Platte River Power Authority on how Efficiency Works can help reduce residents
heating and cooling costs without sacrificing comfort.
Green Building Lecture Series: March 4 Utilities staff will present a plumbing efficiency workshop
on the optimization of plumbing design for improved water and energy efficiency with smarter hot
water delivery. The workshop looks to explore, inform and shape future City water and energy
efficiency building code.
Home2Health Kick Off Event: February 27
The Home2Health team will host the official kick off event for the project on February 27 at The
Lyric. The event will consist of a free video screening and panel discussion to showcase the stories
of community members as they relate to housing and health equity issues.
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
DECEMBER SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 4.0% 2.8%
Net Use Tax Collected: -40.7% -0.9%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -6.5% 2.2%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are up 2.2% and total $141.5M.
DECEMBER SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 1.6% 1.1%
Net Use Tax Collected: -1.8% 6.0%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 1.0% 1.8%
Year to date, the City has collected 1.8% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $2.5M over budget.
CP- ENGINEERING
CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT
Capital Project
(CP) Updates are
indicated in bold
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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
TRANSFORT BUS PAD UPGRADE PROJECT
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
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 14 of 66 bus pads to date; next 10 pads scheduled or in planning for Feb-Mar
2020.
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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
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 2019 and good progress has been made through the winter
months. The project will pause until Spring 2020 when plant and tree stock is available to
install.
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: $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:
Staff is moving forward with right of way acquisition and
final design.
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Staff will issue RFP to secure construction contractor in March, and begin construction late
spring 2020 with subgrade and utility improvements, including the A4 lateral drainage
improvements to the NECCO stormsewer system.
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.
Project Status:
City Staff have presenting results of the alternatives analysis to City boards and commissions.
Staff is moving forward with a 30% design to refine costs estimates, determine final
structure and finalize right-of-way and utility impacts.
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.
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Project Status:
JUB was selected as the project design consultant.
Survey has been collected and preliminary design is underway.
Individual meetings with property owners that will be impacted are scheduled for February.
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 project updates
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
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function primarily as a roadway but can also be closed to vehicles and converted to a pedestrian plaza
during specialty events.
Project Status:
No project updates
WILLOW STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Federal Grants, Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP), Developer
Contributions, DDA Funds
Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2019
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 (February), which will bring the capital project to a close.
Plaza art installation is scheduled for Spring of 2020.
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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:
Staff will begin moving design forward to 30% to determine the ultimate roadway 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 Summer of 2020 to
facilitate the installation of the storm system and outfall.
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: Preliminary 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 has finished the initial stage of public outreach for the project and has begun
preliminary engineering design, incorporating comments received during public
engagement.
30% design is scheduled to be complete by April of 2020, and staff will present this to the
public.
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Staff has applied for two separate grant applications for this project (Transportation
Alternatives Program and the Multi-Modal Options Fund) to fund a portion of the pedestrian
and bicycle improvements associated with the project.
Project is scheduled to construct the bridges in Winter of 2020/2021. This is funded through
the City’s current Bridge Program funds.
No funding has been identified for construction of the pedestrian and bicycle improvements,
but Staff is currently looking at all options to get this portion funded.
TAFT HILL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – HORSETOOTH TO HARMONY
Funding Source: Larimer County Regional Road Fees
(RRF), Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG)
Estimated Project Budget: $5.3M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2022
Phase: Project Kickoff
Project Details:
This section of Taft Hill Road currently experiences
significant congestion and safety concerns. In collaboration
with Larimer County, the City will construct a 4-lane arterial
roadway from the intersection at Horsetooth to Brixton
Road (just south of Harmony). Improvements will include
sidewalk, curb and gutter, bike lanes and storm
sewer/utility improvements. The City and County were
awarded a federal STBG grant for design and construction.
Project Status:
City Council appropriated project funds and signed contracts with the County and State to
utilize Regional Road Fee funding through Larimer County and Federal Grant funding.
City and County staff began public outreach to property owners and residents adjacent to
the project.
Staff is preparing to advertise the project for design services.
EAST PROSPECT WIDENING – SHARP POINT TO INTERSTATE 25
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee
(TCEF)
Estimated Project Budget: $8M – Currently have $2M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2021 – Pending
construction funding
Phase: Design and right-of-way (ROW) acquisition
Project Details:
This project will widen East Prospect Road to the 4-lane
arterial cross section from approximately Sharp Point on the
west end to Interstate 25 (I-25) on the east end. This is a
project being coordinated with current CDOT improvements
at the interchange, as well as local development. This is the
last major piece of Prospect Road to be upgraded to the
Master Street Plan 4-lane arterial section, and involves
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constructing a new intersection at the Frontage Road and East Prospect on the west side of I-
25, as well as improvements to the Summitview and Sharp Point intersections.
Project Status:
Staff is working towards 30% design and plans to move into final design this spring.
Staff has met with all affected property owners along the corridor and identified ROW needs
on each parcel. Several meetings have been had with each individual property owner.
The project will begin acquiring ROW for this project in Q1 of this year, with the goal of
having all of the ROW acquired by the end of 2020 to be prepared in case funding is
identified for construction.
There is currently no funding identified or available for construction.
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:
PPD is continuing to solicit neighborhood feedback regarding park element and design features.
Staff is currently working on design alternatives for the park, which will be presented at the next
neighborhood meeting in early spring.
A combined consultant RFP for the park and the East District Maintenance Facility, located
close to the park, will be issued soon.
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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 restroom is proposed in City Park, utilizing the
available BOB funding.
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.
Planning & design efforts for the new restroom are underway.
CYCLO-CROSS SKILLS TRAINING COURSE PILOT PROGRAM AT
ROSSBOROUGH PARK
Funding Source: Cyclo-cross community donations
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
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 from neighbors, course riders, and Parks maintenance staff are
currently being evaluated and will be presented at an upcoming neighborhood meeting on
February 20.
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.
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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.
A combined consultant RFP for the East District Maintenance Facility and the Bucking Horse
Park will be submitted soon.
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.
Funds will be appropriated in February of 2020.
Construction of improvements is anticipated in late spring to early summer of 2020.
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POUDRE RIVER WHITEWATER PARK
Funding Source: Park Planning & Development, CCIP, General Fund, Public and Private Fundraising,
Stormwater, and Natural Areas
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:
Heritage signage fabrication is in process with installation by spring 2020.
Heritage Gateway Marker under contract through Art in Public Places in partnership with
Poudre Heritage Alliance and DDA.
Analysis is ongoing of the river features and any correlating permitting requirements for
future tuning.
POUDRE TRAIL AT I-25
Funding Source: Conservation Trust Fund & GOCO Grant ($1M for Fort Collins)
Total Project Cost: $2.7M
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 20
Phase: Design
Estimated Completion: 2022
Project Detail:
Construction of this 2-mile section of the trail will complete the entire extent of the approximately 10-
mile Poudre Trail in the City of Fort Collins. Fort Collins partnered with Timnath, Windsor, and Larimer
County in 2019 to win a $2M GOCO Connect Initiative grant to complete all remaining segments of the
Poudre Trail. The GOCO project will complete approximately 4-miles of missing trail segments, to
complete the entire 40+ mile Poudre Trail from Bellvue to Greeley. The Fort Collins project will connect
the existing trail ending at the Colorado State Environmental Learning Center through the future East
Community Park to the proposed I-25 underpass to be constructed by the Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT) with the North I-25 project, and thereafter to the existing trail segment in
Timnath.
Project Status
Colorado State University has agreed to convey a trail easement through the Environmental
Learning Center.
A Preliminary Engineering Report is being reviewed by the Great West Railroad to address
constructing the trail over an existing unimproved railroad crossing.
Preliminary design of the trail is underway.
Easement negotiations with a private landowner are ongoing.
Coordination with CDOT continues as the North I-25 project advances.
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.
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Project Status
Trail construction is near completion with the manufacturing and installation of the pedestrian bridge
pending. Once the bridge is installed, trail connect can be completed.
Work is anticipated to be completed in the Spring of 2020.
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
Outreach with stakeholders in underway. The goal is to review the objectives as outlined in
the Poudre River Downtown Master Plan, update needs, and work with CERCLA group to
better understand and coordinate future improvements.
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TRAIL HEAD PARK
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.
Construction Manager/General Contractor is under contract.
Playground Design and Manufacturing contracting is nearing completion.
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: Late 2020
Project Details:
The City of Fort Collins is partnering with The City of Loveland to
construct a new Police training facility which will be located on the west side of the Loveland Airport.
Track Construction Underway
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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. Plan to restart March 1, weather
permitting.
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.
Phase II GMP is scheduled for Loveland City Council on February 18, 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: No Updates
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.
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.
Water Treatment Facility
SCADA Software
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A memo was sent to the City’s I.T. department regarding work required to allow L&P staff to
move towards a timely completion of the project.
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:
750 Al and new switch gear has been energized and tested, no
issues. Awaiting planned outage for Woodward to transfer load.
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:
1. 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.
2. 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
3. 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:
Members of the GIS/GWD team are working with the vendor to migrate our compatible units
into the new system as well as create favorites, which will aid in the design process.
A new development environment has been stood up for the configuration and testing phase
of the GWD software implementation. Work is underway to develop test scripts.
Training for GWD is scheduled for the end of March 2020.
Post go-live of ArcFM Mobile, we have held three more mapping workshops to hear feedback
from line crews on the new software. Many enhancements have been requested and many
have been implemented.
The project now has nine staff performing map updates according to a prescribed set of
standards. Managing the large number of editors is enabled by newly implemented process
and data management systems.
The ADMS project team is finalizing details of the hardware architecture as the vendor
prepared to stand up their development environment.
Crossing Drake
System Design Visual
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Current projections for project completion: GIS/GWD-May 2020, ADMS-June 2020.
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
Replacement includes 30 sections of cable.
Project completion is expected by year end in Quarter 4.
CATHODIC PROTECTION FOR NORTHEAST LOOP
WATER LINE
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $2,280,000
Status: Close Out
Estimated Completion Date: 4th Quarter, 2019
Project Details:
The Anheuser Busch (AB) water line cathodic protection project
is part of the Utilities Cathodic Protection (CP) Program. This AB
water line project entails design and installation of a cathodic
protection rectification system. This CP system will mitigate and
prevent further corrosion on the bar-wrapped concrete cylinder
pipe which supplies finished water from the Water Treatment
Facility (WTF) to AB.
Project Status:
SOP and O&M manual draft outline
Training on CP SOP and O&M
Final close out and debrief meeting occurred
Rectifier sites tested, adjusted,
started up, and commissioned
Cable to be replaced for the
Woodwest Project.
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WTF- HORSETOOTH ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY PROJECT
Funding Source: Water
Estimated Project Budget: $3,200,000
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date: May 2021
Project Details:
Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District (Northern
Water) plans to shut down the Soldier Canyon pipe outlet from
Horsetooth (HT) Reservoir in the 4th quarter of 2020 to conduct
repairs. The City, surrounding water districts, and Platte River
Power Authority (Platte River) are working together on a
project to supply Horsetooth water from an alternative location
during this shutdown. This project involves construction of a
permanent pipeline and a temporary pump station to connect
between the Hansen Canal (the outlet canal on the north side
of HT Reservoir) and the Pleasant Valley Pipeline (PVP),
which supplies water from the Poudre River to Northern
Colorado Water districts. This project will provide HT water to
the Water Districts and the City during the Northern Water shutdown project.
Project Status:
Council appropriation was on December 27, 2019.
WTF manager coordinating with Water Districts on IGAs.
Easement negotiations is taking place with the property owners.
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:
Installation of new 24” sanitary sewer pipe, 460LF, is upcoming.
Installation of two new manholes is upcoming.
Public outreach is complete.
Installing manhole sections for
bypass manhole
Northern Water’s Hansen Canal
looking south along the canal
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PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Serve on the Poudre Valley Fire Protection District (PVFPRD) Board of Directors
The PVFPD Board, one of the “parent” agencies that helps govern PFA, is looking for directors to serve on
the board. There will be an election on May 5, 2020. Members work together and help guide PFA with the
goals of the following: improving response times to emergencies for fire and rescue services; eliminating
duplicate services; and reducing costs to both the taxpayers of Fort Collins and the Poudre Valley Fire
Protection District. Go to https://www.poudre-fire.org/about-us/pvfpd-board for more information.
Accepting Applications for Volunteer Firefighters | Deadline March 1
Poudre Fire Authority operates two volunteer fire stations, Station 9 and Station 11. PFA is accepting
applicants for volunteer firefighters to staff these stations. They are trained in wildland fire suppression and
to provide emergency medical care, which may include technical rescues. Applicants must be certified
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and be able to work two shifts a month between Memorial Day
(May 25) and Labor Day (September 7).
Several Structure Fires with Minimal Damage
Several structure fires in January were kept to their areas of origin or close to it, reminding us of the
effectiveness of a right sized response at the right time. Structure fires occurred in a bedroom, bathrooms, a
porch, a vacant home, and a dryer, but the main structure and even majority of the rooms/walls around the
fires were saved thanks to quick reporting by the community and the prompt responses of PFA firefighters.
PFA Participated in the First Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week Jan. 20 – 26th
CRR Week is a grass-roots effort by a group of fire safety professionals from across the nation. The idea is
to help promote the awareness of CRR by having a designated week when everyone can share information
focused on CRR programs and demonstrate its importance to the fire service. It is built on the 5 E’s:
Education, Engineering, Enforcement, Emergency Response, and Economic Incentive. It strives to show
how each piece is needed to make fewer emergencies happen. http://crrweek.org/ or search #CRRWeek
Smoke Alarm at CSU Turned Hazmat Response | Jan. 17
PFA was dispatched to a smoke alarm in the Pathology Building on CSU campus. The Engine 10 crew was
the first on scene and began to investigate the cause. They found what looked like fog or steam inside of a
room on the third floor. Since the room had signage for hazardous materials inside, the crew exercised the
precautions that are necessary for a hazmat response. It was unknown if there were victims inside, so the
crew searched the room and confirmed that no one was inside and in need of rescue. The crew then exited
the building where they removed and decontaminated their gear. The PFA hazmat team further investigated
the substance, which was identified as nonhazardous steam. Air monitors showed some slightly elevated
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levels, which firefighters investigated further. People were allowed back inside once the scene was
confirmed to be safe.
POLICE SERVICES
FCPS Spanish Team Hosts Cafecito
The Fort Collins Police Spanish team works with local partners to build connections and increase trust
within our Spanish-speaking community. On January 30, FCPS and The Family Center/La Familia
hosted a Cafecito (Coffee with a Cop) to chat with Spanish-speaking families and learn more about
concerns and needs within the community. The event was well-attended, and the group developed
several ideas for future events, including a parent/teen education series.
FCPS officers receive donated rifle-rated armor
Fort Collins Police and Shield616 launched a new giving platform to help provide police officers with all-
day rifle-rated body armor. Rifle-rated protection is often extremely heavy and not suitable for all-day
wear. However, technology advances have led to the development of lightweight gear. SHIELD616 has
created an avenue for community members to raise funds for this gear and better protect their local
officers. In April 2019, Safeway held a “Give Where You Live” campaign that allowed customers to
donate funds at the register. This campaign raised enough to outfit eight FCPS officers. SHIELD616
presented the rifle-rated protection to officers on January 22, 2020. This event marked the beginning of
a local fundraising effort to help outfit all FCPS officers with rifle-rated protection.
FC911 Earns Accreditation
The FC911 Dispatch team earned designation as an "Accredited Center of Excellence" (ACE) through
the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch. IAED Accredited Centers share a common goal of
improving public care and maximizing the efficiency of 911 systems. This achievement comes as a
result of a lot of hard work, strong documentation, and a high standard of daily operations.
Police Explorer Team Grows
FCPS celebrated Police Explorer graduation in January as new members joined the team. Our
Explorers are an outstanding group of young people aged 15-20 who get an opportunity to learn about
law enforcement while volunteering for our community.
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Man Arrested in Connection with Window Peeping
On January 4, 2020 Fort Collins Police were contacted by a female victim to report a sexual assault. An
investigation was immediately initiated by officers and detectives. Based on the information obtained in
that investigation, Brendan Morse, was arrested on January 5 and charged with Sexual Assault,
Domestic Violence, and Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification. This crime is often referred to as
“Window Peeping”, and Detectives believe that additional incidents may have occurred over the course
of the past year in Fort Collins, particularly in the area west of Shields Street between Mulberry Street
and Drake Road. Detectives are attempting to identify additional victims and ask that anyone who
believes they may have been a victim or anyone who has any information related to the investigation to
contact police at (970) 416-2825 or at tipsline@fcgov.com or Crime Stoppers of Larimer County at 970-
221-6868 or www.stopcriminals.org.
Arrests Made in Shooting Investigation
On January 4, a 17-year-old male reported that he had been shot near the intersection of Harmony Road
and Lady Moon Drive by unknown suspects. After a thorough investigation, Detectives were able to
determine that the teen was actually shot during an attempted Aggravated Robbery in the 3000 block of
County Fair Lane on the same night. Three adults and three juveniles, including the 17-year-old who
suffered the gunshot wound, are facing charges in the incident. This incident was not a random shooting and
police do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the 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/
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Home2Health: CDPHE Housing Affordability and Health Equity Grant
In January, the Home2Health project focused on recruiting Community Guides
(with the Center for Public Deliberation) and Storytellers. Home2Health also hosted
a “strategic doing” stakeholder event on January 27, led by partners at CSU
Extension. Small groups of stakeholders worked on the following topics: Research;
Education, Outreach, and Narrative; Programs and Funding; and Policy and Development. Each group
committed to a specific project to accomplish in the next 9 months. Examples of projects included a
listening session at Red Tail Ponds, a decision-makers policy guide, a storytelling project, and a
community resource list among others. Our next major event for Home2Health will be a public kickoff
called The Storytellers Project. The event will take place on February 27, 6:30-8pm at the Lyric (event
flyer attached).
City Plan Implementation – Land Use Code Audit
The final code audit report presenting possible Land Use Code organization and substantive changes
that implement concepts from the City Plan Update is slated for official release in February. An
additional topic recently added to the audit is consideration of changes to implement Nature in the City
policies.
Harmony Corridor Plan Gateway Area Update
On February 20th, Planning and Zoning Board will make a recommendation to amend the Harmony
Corridor Plan pertaining to the ‘Gateway Area’ at I-25 as well as corresponding development
regulations. City Council consideration of the Plan and code amendments is scheduled for first reading
on March 3rd.
Hughes Rezoning
City Council approved an ordinance at 1st reading on November 5th that rezones the former Hughes
Stadium 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. An Alternate Ethics Board Review to address a complaint related to Council’s action at the first
reading delayed consideration of the second reading of the rezoning ordinance to January 21,
2020. The second reading was subsequently delayed for a second time, to March 17th, to allow
sufficient time for the Alternate Ethics Board to consider an additional ethics complaint.
Oil and Gas Operations
Staff continues to engage the public while developing local oil and gas regulations. A City
interdepartmental workshop was held in mid-January, a Joint Board meeting is scheduled February 24,
two public meetings are scheduled the first week of March, and a presentation to the Chamber of
Commerce is scheduled for early April. Regularly scheduled conversations with the operator and
Larimer County continue. A City Council Work Session is scheduled for April 28th to discuss alternative
regulatory frameworks.
Montava Development Project
City Council approved the first reading for the Montava Planned Unit Development Master Plan. A
second reading and public hearing will occur on February 18, with additional opportunity for public input
and City Council discussion. The Council meeting will start at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 300 Laporte.
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New Development Applications – January 2020
More information on development proposals under
review: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Project Name Project Type Location
Maverik – PDP200001 Convenience Store with
Fuel Sales NW Corner of I-25 & Hwy 392
The Odell Wine Project Final
Plan, FDP200001 Microwinery 824 E Lincoln Ave
1024 W Prospect Rd Extra
Occupancy, BDR200001
Extra Occupancy Rental
House 1024 W Prospect Rd
Funshine Early Childhood,
PDP200002 Child Care Center 5137 S College Ave
Fort Collins Montessori
School Final Plan, FDP200002 Charter School 1109 W Harmony Rd
PSD Prospect School Site
Final Plan, FDP200003 Public School
NW Corner of Prospect Rd &
County Rd 5
Trailhead Neighborhood Park Public Park 775 Greenfields Dr
Woodspring Suites Final
Plan, FDP200004 Hotel 847 SE Frontage Rd
Development Project Decisions – January 2020
More information on development project
decisions: https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/agendas.php
Project Name Decision Maker Location Decision
Date Decision
East Ridge Third Filing
Replat (East Ridge
Fourth
Filing), BDR190011
Development
Review Manager
SE corner of E Vine
Drive & N
Timberline Rd / N
Summit View Dr
1/3/20 Approved
Larimer County Jail
Expansion, SPA190004
Planning & Zoning
Board Midpoint Dr 1/16/20
Approved
with
Comments
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Northeast Fort Collins Neighborhood Action Planning
Over 60 neighbors gathered on January 29th to begin the process of co-
creating the future of Northeast Fort Collins. The evening began with a data
walk around the room of census information for the area, land use maps,
potential development maps, police data, and traffic information; followed by
a series of table and larger group discussions. This included a visioning
exercise on my ideal neighborhood; a Lego activity with a map of northeast
Fort Collins and identifying where do we add housing, services, amenities,
roads, trails, etc. and closing with a discussion and prioritization of what’s most important to our
success. As well, questions were answered regarding: Who do we want to be? What’s important to
us? How do we begin to connect the dots? If houses come up for sale in my neighborhood, instead of
advertising “10 minutes to Old Town”, they will say _______________.
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current characteristics and assets; desired future state; and some options to begin implementing. This
process will also help educate on City resources, processes, and shared outcomes.
Campus West Connections
Campus West Connections had approximately 169 people utilizing the space during various meetings
that took place, including: CSU Workshops, Spanish Meeting and Partnership Collaboration 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 572 hours.
Collaboration Back to School Lunch
A back to school lunch 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 lunch was to brainstorm cross-training ideas and to
discuss upcoming spring events.
Mediation and Restorative Justice Services
Mediation and Restorative Justice staff began internal outreach within City departments to let fellow
City work groups know about the services the programs offer for conflicts within the community.
Presentations have been made to Natural Areas Rangers and are scheduled for the Utilities work
groups. Staff identified work groups who are out in the community and likely have exposure to conflicts
within neighborhoods or with neighbors and City.
Six Restorative Justice volunteers are being trained by restorative justice staff as Restorative Justice
facilitators. Two days of the 3-day training were completed in January with the last day scheduled in
February.
MRJ also hosted a QPR Training (Question, Persuade, Refer), which is a suicide awareness and
prevention training. Summitstone Health Partners provided the trainer and the training was for all MRJ
volunteers and staff and all Neighborhood Services staff were invited.
Mobile Home Park Neighborhoods
Outreach for Mobile Home Park mini-grants and Mobile Home Park Community Handbook continued
with residents, park owners, and property managers. A Mobile Home Park Owner/Property Manager
meeting held on January 15, 2020 was attended by 8 participants, primarily from mobile home parks in
the Fort Collins Growth Management Area. Of the issues raised by property managers and park
owners, several aligned with issues identified as priority by mobile home park resident outreach:
Language Equity & Lack of Available Resources, Housing Assistance (Lack of Access/Knowledge of
Providers), City guidelines and permits for additions to mobile homes and other accessory structures,
Code Enforcement in MHP’s, Lack of open lots or spaces in parks for new tenants or residents wanting
to move their mobile home. Neighborhood Services Staff is meeting individually with mobile home park
property managers who did not attend the meeting to provide them with information and gather
valuable feedback.
MHP mini-grant applications are available online in English and Spanish and have been distributed to
our partner organizations. A grant workshop was held Saturday, February 1st, at the “Pathways to
Health” event on CSU campus in association with partner organizations, Institute for the Built
Environment and Bike Fort Collins. Additional mini-grant application workshops are being scheduled
with Mi Voz (Hickory Village, North College MHP, and Poudre Valley MHP) this month to follow up on
the outreach conducted in December and January. The first round of MHP mini-grant applications are
due March 1st.
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Neighborhood Development Outreach Specialist/Liaison
A new Neighborhood Development Outreach Specialist/Liaison will be joining the CDNS Team on
February 24th. Alyssa Stephens returns to the City from a position with CSU’s Institute for Research in
Social Sciences as a facilitator, researcher, and project manager. She previously worked for Utilities
Community Engagement as an Outreach Specialist and Special Project Coordinator. Alyssa began
attending development review neighborhood meetings and Planning and Zoning Board activities
beginning February 10th.
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
2019 2020 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 28 23 -17.86%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design/Staff Reviews 19 17 -10.53%
Building Permits Issued 693 1,000 44.30%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $27.83 $29.27 5.15%
Building Inspections Performed 2,370 2,274 -4.05%
Zoning Inspections Performed 40 42 31.88%
Zoning Plan Reviews Performed 207 273 31.88%
Overall Development Review revenues are $(27,365) under projection for 2020 as of January 31st with
Development Review under by $(15,402) and Engineering Development Review under by ($11,963).
GRAFFITI UPDATE
During the month of January 2020, the Graffiti Abatement Team abated 52 issues consisting of 79 tags
measuring 1,339 square feet of graffiti-covered surfaces.
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
January was Radon Action Month
January was National Radon Action Month, and the City of Fort Collins encouraged community
members to protect their health by testing radon levels in their homes. Radon is a colorless, odorless,
and naturally occurring gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon gas enters homes
and other buildings through cracks and openings in basements, crawl spaces, and slabs. Radon levels
vary from house to house and have nothing to do with the age, upkeep, or quality of the building;
however, Colorado homes are at a higher risk for radon.
Testing the radon levels in your home is simple and inexpensive. The City of Fort Collins sells
discounted short-term ($6) and long-term ($20) kits for you to test your own home. These kits are
available at the Fort Collins Senior Center, located at 1200 Raintree Dr.
If your home has high radon levels:
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
January 1 46 5 52
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Hire a professional. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment provides links
to contractors that are certified by the National Radon Proficiency Program and the National
Radon Safety Board. Visit their website to find qualified radon contractors in your area:
https://certifiedradonpros.org/co.html
For more information on radon and its health impacts as well as testing options visit fcgov.com/radon.
SHIFT Earth Day Challenge
The Shift campaign is challenging our community to lose 5,000 pounds of CO2, a greenhouse gas
that contributes to climate change, per household by Earth Day 2020. You can join the challenge by
creating an account at Shiftfoco.com and tracking your actions.
This online platform lets you choose over 70 different actions to take to save time, energy, and
money. Steps are:
Create an account, pick your actions and track your progress to earn points.
Complete your energy profile and create teams to compete with your friends and family, and
get connected to the wider community of people in Fort Collins who are taking sustainability
actions.
Once you create an account, bike, bus or carpool to any of our partner businesses to earn a
“buy one get one free” drink!
What is the Shift campaign? 80% of Fort Collins' community members support climate action and
want simple, easy actions they can take to do their part. Shift is dedicated to mobilizing our
community to reach our climate action goals of a 20% reduction below 2005 levels in 2020; 80%
below by 2030; and to be carbon neutral by 2050.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Emergency Winter Weather Shelter
Forecasted winter temperatures below 0 degrees activated the City's Emergency Weather Shelter Plan for
two nights in February. During emergency weather activation, additional options for overnight shelters are
secured and community resources maximized to support those seeking shelter.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Fort Collins Startup Week February 24 - 28
Startup Week Fort Collins is a free, 5-day celebration of our community that builds momentum and
opportunity around entrepreneurship. The City of Fort Collins is a proud sponsor of the event which will
feature over 100 panels, presentations, networking events and workshops for the business community.
Led by local entrepreneurs and hosted in amazing spaces all over Fort Collins and Old Town, learn
more at: startupfoco.com
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Community Engagement reached 758 participants through 28 outreach events and programs since
January covering topics such as Time-of-Day rates, Income Qualified Assistance Program, Our Climate
Future, Halligan Reservoir, Epic Homes program, and resource conservation programs.
Fort Collins Utilities is participating, monthly, with the Working Families Thrive committee - led by
United Way of Larimer County. This group is comprised of non-profits that hope to strengthen
individuals and families by providing access to the resources and services needed to achieve long term
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stability. This group supports families through education, career development, employment, and
increasing financial capability while sharing resources and ideas.
Halligan Open House & Public Hearing: The US Army Corps of Engineers held an
open house/public hearing for the Halligan Water Supply Project on January 13. The
community was given the opportunity to provide public comment about the draft
environmental impact statement verbally to a stenographer or in writing. Fort Collins
Utilities also had subject matter experts available to discuss the Conceptual
Mitigation Plan for the Halligan Reservoir Enlargement Alternative.
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. The crews also provide energy and water
conservation education designed to promote behavioral changes in these areas.
Trainings were held January 7, 8 and 9 for new crews to learn about Utilities
programs and messaging. New for 2020, Crew members were educated about
radon testing and given radon testing kits to give to customers. In addition, Crew
members were educated about Utilities Affordability Programs to better connect
assessment participants with UAP offerings.
In early February, Fort Collins Utilities staff attended the Mobile Home Park Resident Grant Writing
Workshop to provide additional information to North Fort Collins residents about grant and funding
opportunities. Neighborhood Services has available programs and ways to connect people to services
in the community, specifically the Utilities Affordability Programs (UAP).
Fort Collins Utilities is one of many booth participants at the CSU Housing Fair,
engaging with students interested in Time-of-Day, the Flushable Wipes
Campaign and learning how to start and stop utility services.
WATER RESOURCES & TREATMENT OPERATIONS
Environmental Regulatory Affairs (ERA) Division. 2019 representatives from each of the four ISO
14001 Environmental Management teams, along with members of the Biosolids Management Team,
convened for a facilitated Appreciative Inquiry workshop on December 9. The workshop goals were to
bring the teams together, explore the strengths and benefits of the current program, and dream about
ways to leverage those strengths and build an ideal system.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Live Involved: Live Involved occurred on January 25. Over 40 community organizations
showcased their organization at the event and encouraged community members to live an involved
life while building connections with others who share their passions. Over 300 community members
attended the event.
Senior Center Friends Group Donation: On Friday, January 31, Councilmember Cunniff accepted
a check for $8,400 from the passionate and lively Senior Center Friends. This donation will help
fund a new sound system at the facility. Approximately 30-35 members attended the event.
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Parks and Recreation Master Plan – Summit II: From Thursday, February 6-Saturday, February
10 the Parks, Park Planning and Development and Recreation Departments, along with a
consultant, hosted stakeholder meetings, pop up events, and open houses for residents and user
groups to provide input on the future of Parks and Recreation.
PARKS
The Forestry Division finished the 30th annual Christmas tree recycling program in collaboration with
Environmental Services. Over 7,700 trees were chipped into 89 tons of mulch which will be made
available free to the community.
Poudre Trail closed at Lincoln Ave. to Mulberry St. for stabilization work.
The foot bridge between Rolland Moore Community Park and the Fort Collins Senior Center closed
due to safety concerns. The replacement bridge will be installed in the spring.
Staff attended and provided input on the Larimer county Urban Area Streetscape Standards
(LCUASS) cross-sections with other City Departments.
CULTURAL SERVICES
Ballet Folclórico Nacional de México performed at The Lincoln Center on Sunday, February 9th.
The sold-out performance celebrated the vibrant and diverse culture of Mexico through music and
dance. The next day, over 1,000 students from Poudre School District attended a second performance.
Coinciding with the Sunday performance, The Lincoln Center Gallery hosted a reception for the new
exhibit “The Colors of the Community.” Included in the exhibit are Colorado artists Carlos Frésquez,
David Ocelotl Garcia, Tony Ortega and Armando Silva.
During Gardens of Lights, The Gardens on Spring Creek hosted an evening for Early Head Start
families in partnership with Poudre School District. Over 100 individuals enjoyed the lights, dinner, a
magician and other family activities. This is the 3rd year of this partnership.
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NATURAL AREAS
Skills-Based Volunteers
The Skills-Based Volunteer opportunity is a professional-level
volunteer cohort, and the first program of its kind in the nation.
Community members were invited to share their expertise with
the Natural Areas Department by carrying out staff-identified
projects and serving as volunteer consultants.
The five projects were:
Dog trail etiquette curriculum development
History of Native Americans in Larimer County research
Humans of Natural Areas social media series
Natural Areas website audit
Ranger data analysis
The volunteers were diverse and included working professionals,
academics, and retirees. Hundreds of hours were contributed,
culminating in an evening of presentations by each volunteer,
attended by staff, fellow volunteers in the cohort, the City
Manager and other city leaders. It was an impressive and
inspiring experience to hear how valuable the volunteer
contributions were to the City and how rewarded the volunteers
felt through their work. The model of providing skills-based
volunteer opportunities is quickly becoming recognized as a best
practice and is being shared with other government agencies and
nonprofits.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Mobile Home Park Residents’ Rights
City staff conducted 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
was 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 Stakeholder Meeting
The Home2Health project team hosted a “Strategic Doing” event on January 27 at the Northside Aztlan
Center. The purpose of the workshop was to encourage collaboration around housing affordability and
health equity issues. The workshop convened a wide range of housing and health stakeholders - including
community members - focused on taking action regarding these topics. Participants chose a “Strategic
Doing” group, each group with a different focus: Research; Education, Outreach, and Narrative; Programs
and Funding; and Policy and Development. Participants will now have the opportunity to work on a project
related to the group they chose which will impact and guide the direction of the project.
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION
Connexion Small Business Internet and Phone Service Now Available!
Fort Collins Connexion has launched high speed internet and advanced phone services including
Hosted PBX for businesses in Fort Collins.
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Connexion Internet for small business provides a range of symmetrical speeds from 250 Mbps up to 1
Gbps along with Static IP addresses and WiFi add on service. No data caps ever and customers can
receive installation discounts based on agreement terms.
Small Business phone service offers both metered and unlimited voice plans, Hosted PBX as well as
feature packages, phone equipment, and additional add ons. Visit fcconnexion.com/small-business to
learn more.
Connexion Technical Support 24/7
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questions or issues—no matter what time of day, or night it is. Our 100% local support team is available
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COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT
The Community Dashboard features performance data and information that highlights how the City is
doing in achieving its seven Outcome areas: Neighborhood Livability and Social Health, 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.
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Analysis:
Traffic volume-weighted average travel times (in minutes/mile) on City arterial streets including
Harmony, Horsetooth, Drake, Prospect, Mulberry, Taft Hill, Shields, College, Lemay and Timberline
during the p.m. peak period on weekdays.
Q3 '19 travel times were up 4.2% compared to Q2 '19.
Q3 '19 travel times were about the same as the previous 4-year average for Q3.
Q3 tends to be the worst quarter for congestion in Fort Collins as the return of CSU students and
the start of the Poudre Valley school year increase traffic compared to the 1st and 2nd quarter.
Mulberry east of Lemay out to I-25 continues to see heavy traffic most likely related to the CDOT
closure of Vine drive over I-25. That project is scheduled for completion by the end of the year
contingent on weather.
Definition:
Traffic volume-weighted average travel times (in minutes/mile) on City arterial streets including
Harmony, Horsetooth, Drake, Prospect, Mulberry, Taft Hill, Shields, College, Lemay and Timberline
during the p.m. peak period on weekdays.
Why is this metric important?
Efficient travel on the arterial street system in Fort Collins is important for the quality of life for residents,
the safety of residents and the economic vitality of the City.
City’s impact on this metric:
High – Virtually everyone in the City is impacted by the transportation system. While there are many
external factors -- particularly economic factors that impact the operation of the City transportation
system, there is still much that the City can do in terms of policies, priorities, planning and operations
that affect the performance of the system.
Benchmarks:
To date there is not reliable benchmark information from other cities as the technology deployed in Fort
Collins to measure travel times is relatively new. Not many cities are using it yet and reporting methods
are not consistent.
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/
A core group of neighbors will continue meeting to create a draft action plan that will be shared in early
summer for additional neighborhood input. Once finalized neighbors will have a plan that outlines their