February 10, 2022 MLK Day 2022 - City of Fort Collins
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MLK Day 2022 February 10, 2022
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 Table of Contents ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................... 4 FEBRUARY 15 SPECIAL MEETING ........................................................................................................................... 4 FEBRUARY 15 REGULAR MEETING......................................................................................................................... 4 FEBRUARY 22 WORK SESSION ............................................................................................................................... 4 FEBRUARY 24 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD ........................................................................................... 5 MARCH 1 REGULAR MEETING ............................................................................................................................... 5 MARCH 8 WORK SESSION ...................................................................................................................................... 5 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS................................................................................... 6 SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ......................................................................................... 6 CP - ENGINEERING................................................................................................................................. 7 POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY RAOD GRADE SEPARATED CROSSING .................................................................. 7 LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT ................................................................................................................ 7 TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT ............................................................................................................... 8 LAPORTE AVENUE BRIDGE REPLACEMENTS .......................................................................................................... 9 LAPORTE AVENUE ROADWAY AND MULTI-MODAL IMPROVEMENTS .................................................................. 9 CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT .......................................................................................... 10 BUCKING HORSE PARK......................................................................................................................................... 10 EAST PARK DISTRICT MAINTENANCE FACILITY .................................................................................................... 11 MAIL CREEK TRAIL ............................................................................................................................................... 11 POUDRE TRAIL AT I-25 ......................................................................................................................................... 11 SPRING CANYON DOG PARK ................................................................................................................................ 12 TRAVERSE PARK ................................................................................................................................................... 12 EDORA DISC GOLF PARK UPDATES ...................................................................................................................... 13 CP - OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................... 13 BLOCK 32/42 – CIVIC MASTER PLAN REFRESH .................................................................................................... 13 CP - UTILITIES ....................................................................................................................................... 14 JOINT TRAINING FIELD WITH POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY .................................................................................... 14 STONEHENGE CABLE REPLACEMENT-PRIORITY #4 ............................................................................................. 14 OAK STREET STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ..................................................................................... 15 27” POUDRE CANYON RAW WATERLINE ............................................................................................................. 16 PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................... 17 POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY.................................................................................................................................... 17 POLICE SERVICES.................................................................................................................................................. 19 PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION........................................................................... 22 BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW .......................................................................................... 22 GRAFFITI UPDATE................................................................................................................................ 22 SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................... 23
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 23 SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 23 ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 24 UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................... 24 CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................................. 24 COMMUNITY SERVICES....................................................................................................................... 25 RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 25 PARKS................................................................................................................................................................... 26 CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 26 NATURAL AREAS .................................................................................................................................................. 27 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ........................................................................................................................ 29 BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION ................................................................................... 30 COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT............................................................................................. 31
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL 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.
FEBRUARY 15 SPECIAL MEETING
Executive Session – 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
o Meet with recruiter to review semi-finalists and facilitate selection of finalists.
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.
FEBRUARY 15 REGULAR MEETING
McDowell Property Metro District Pre-Application Meeting
o Hold a pre-application meeting for a proposed Metro District on the McDowell property.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.5 – Enhance the quality of life in
neighborhoods, empower neighbors to solve problems, and foster respectful
relations.
Community Report: Representative Joe Neguse
o To provide congressional updates from Washington DC.
2021 Building Code Adoption
o Adoption of the 2021 International Codes (I-Codes) and Local Code amendments that align
with City plans and policies, including, City Plan, Our Climate Future, Housing Strategic Plan,
and Electric Vehicle readiness.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.6 – Align land use regulations and review
procedures to guide development consistent with City Plan.
Timber Lark Annexation (2nd reading – consent)
o To adopt the Timber Lark Annexation on Second Reading.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.7 – Provide a high-quality built
environment, support quality, diverse neighborhoods and foster the social health of
citizens.
Temporary Housing Relief Ordinance
o Establish a permit and process for households requesting additional occupancy to support
residents impacted by the Marshall/Boulder County Fire.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.1 – Improve and increase availability and
choice of quality housing that is affordable to a broad range of income levels.
Great Outdoors Colorado Visioning Grant
o To consider a Resolution supporting an application for a Great Outdoors Colorado Visioning
Grant relating to a portion of the Poudre River Corridor.
Culture & Recreation 2.3 – Create enhanced arts and culture participation
opportunities for all residents and visitors.
FEBRUARY 22 WORK SESSION
2022 Strategic Plan Review and Update
o Provide and review the draft 2022 Strategic Plan and ask Council inputs regarding the
Strategic Objectives.
High Performing Government 7.2 – Maintain the public trust through ahigh
performing board, as well as organizational transparency, legal and ethical behavior
and regulatory compliance.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
Air Quality Overview
o Provide an overview of air quality levels and pollutions sources impacting Fort Collins, including
strategic direction, opportunities, and challenges.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 4.2 – Improve indoor and outdoor air quality.
FEBRUARY 24 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD
5:00 p.m. – Remote Meeting
MARCH 1 REGULAR MEETING
City Recovery Plan (with Spanish Interpretation)
o Consider an Ordinance adopting the City Recovery Plan.
Economic Health 3.3 – Systematically Engage the business community with an
emphasis on starting, sustaining and renewing businesses.
Planned Unit Development Overlay
o Consider Development agreement regarding Mulberry Planned Unit Development (PUD)
Overlay to extend the term of vested rights from three years to fifteen year and to adopt certain
terms regarding development within the Mulberry PUD Overlay.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.6 – Align land use regulations and review
procedures to guide development consistent with City Plan.
Loan Agreement with U.S. Bank National Association (moved to regular meeting)
o Renew a line of credit with U.S. Bank as a third-party source of capital for funding the Epic
Loans Program, which offers low-interest on-bill financing to community members for
residential energy efficiency upgrades.
Environmental Health 4.1 – Intensify efforts to improve resilience and to meet 2030
climate, energy and 100% renewable electricity goals.
Staff Report: Equity Indicators Report and Dashboard Update
o To provide a progress report to council and community members on the creation of the Equity
Dashboard and how the data for the Equity Indicators Report is being utilized to advance our
work.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.4 – Advance equity for all, leading with
race, so that a person’s identity or identities is not a predictor of outcomes.
MARCH 8 WORK SESSION
East Mulberry Plan Update – Big Ideas and Policy Direction
o Review policy and action items for the East Mulberry Plan and decision-making framework for
potential Annexation phasing.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.7 – Provide a high-quality built
environment, support quality, diverse neighborhoods and foster the social health of
citizens.
Community Aquatics
o To review and receive feedback on the consultant report related to Community Aquatics which
will drive the next steps for the Mulberry Pool and aquatics in general.
Culture & Recreation 2.21 – Develop recreation and cultural programs that are
diverse, inclusive and accessible, and that also drive attendance.
Stormwater Utility Capital Improvement Plan
o Provide Council with an overview of the stormwater challenges the community faces as well as
the proposed capital improvements needed. Staff will be looking for feedback from Council on
the overall direction of the capital improvement plan.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
Safe Community 5.5 – Address flooding risk for the protection of people, property
and the environment.
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
1041 Regulations – Virtual Public Meetings: The City of Fort Collins is hosting virtual public
meetings to gather public input on 1041 regulations. There will be two virtual public meetings at noon
and 6:00 PM, both on February 23rd.
City Manager Recruitment: City Council received and reviewed 97 applications for the City Manager
position. After thoughtful evaluation and discussion by Council, Mark McDaniel, the executive recruiter
from SGR, has invited 19 semi-finalists to complete the next phase of candidate materials.
City Council will review these materials and discuss them Feb. 15 in an executive session, and
Council action to identify finalists is planned during February. Finalists' names will be posted on
OurCity, and additional information about the community forum open to all those interested and other
next steps in the process will also be provided as it becomes available.
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
This report reflects Sales and Use Tax collected in January for economic activity that occurred in
December. Please note the sales and use tax collected in January is predominately from December
sales but also includes delinquent collections from prior periods.
JANUARY SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 23.5% 23.5%
Net Use Tax Collected: 62.9% 62.9%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 27.5% 27.5%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are up 27.5% and total $16.3M.
JANUARY SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: 17.6% 17.6%
Net Use Tax Collected: 47.2% 47.2%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: 20.8% 20.8%
Year to date, the City has collected 20.8% more sales and use tax revenue, totaling $3.2M over budget.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
CP - ENGINEERING POWER TRAIL AND HARMONY RAOD 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: Preliminary 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 underpass at Harmony Road as well as the trail connections on either side. Project Status: FOR Scope and Fee has been approved After the January 19th FIR restart meeting, advancement of design and utility coordination will continue throughout 2022. More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/powertrailcrossing LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT Overall Project Improvements CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
2022 Construction Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP) Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M Estimated Completion Date: 2022 Phase: Construction 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: Continued outreach and engagement with business owners and stakeholders on Linden Street throughout the project. Construction Work Order finalized and awaiting signature and bonds from contractor Phase 2 construction to begin the week of February 7th, 2022 Extended patio area barricades to be removed in coordination with mobilization and construction start. More information is available at: https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/linden-street-renovation/ TIMBERLINE ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), Developer Contribution, Federal Grant Estimated Project Budget: $8M Estimated Completion Date: 2022 Phase: Right-of-Way Acquisition and Construction Project Details: This project will reconstruct South Timberline Road from Stetson Creek Drive to Zephyr Road to the City’s four lane arterial roadway standards. Zephyr Road to Trilby Road will be restriped to include two northbound lanes and one southbound lane. Planned improvements include intersection improvements at Kechter Road and Zephyr Road, multi-modal accommodations, raised medians and center turn lanes, access control, landscaping improvements, and roadway CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
improvements. A pedestrian underpass crossing Timberline Road will also be constructed near Bacon Elementary School. 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: Construction on the east half of the pedestrian underpass and irrigation ditch box culvert are about 25% complete. Traffic patterns will be shifted to the east side of Timberline Road in early March so that work on the west half of the two structures can be completed. The Timberline Corridor is pending CDOT authorization to advertise for construction. More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/timberlinewidening LAPORTE AVENUE BRIDGE REPLACEMENTS Funding Source: Capital Bridge Program Estimated Project Budget: $4.2M Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2023 Project Phase: Design 30% to 90% 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 entirely locally funded and will employ the GM/GC contract method. Project Status: Design team kicked off Design team working on progressing 30% designs CM/GC RFP to advertise 1/31/22 Putting together Public Involvement Plan More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/laporte-road-and-bridge- improvements LAPORTE AVENUE ROADWAY AND MULTI-MODAL IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: CCIP, Pedestrian Program, TAP grant, MMOF grant, Revitalizing Mainstreets grant, TCEF Estimated Project Budget: $4M Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2024 Project Phase: Project Development CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
Project Details: This project will design and construct 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. Project Status: CDOT IGA draft with City attorneys Resolution to Adopt IGA set for 1/15 council meeting Expected to advertise for design contract April 2022 More information is available at https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/laporte-road-and-bridge- improvements CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT BUCKING HORSE PARK Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Funds Total Project Cost: $2.5 - $4.5 million Phase: Design Estimated Completion: 2023 Project Details: Bucking Horse Park is a park planned for the Bucking Horse neighborhood. Project Status: Staff are reviewing cost estimates and completing 75% construction documents. Construction anticipated to begin in Spring. More information available on project webpage. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
EAST PARK DISTRICT MAINTENANCE FACILITY Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland & Community Parkland Funds Total Project Cost: $7 million Phase: Design Estimated Completion: Fall/Winter 2022 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: Construction began in December and is currently underway. Foundation recently poured. MAIL CREEK TRAIL Funding Source: Multiple Funding Sources including Grants, TCEF, and Conservation Trust Funds Total Project Cost: TBD Phase: Pre-Design Estimated Completion: TBD Project Details: When completed, the Mail Creek Trail will create a trail connection from Kinard Middle School to the Power Trail, providing much needed trail access for southeast Fort Collins. Currently, design of the Siphon overpass and Timberline trail widening/underpass are in progress, in partnership with the Engineering Department. In addition, Park Planning & Development is working to identify the best location for the future Mail Creek Trail. Project Status: Excavation for the underpass has begun. Trail design is underway. Stakeholder engagement continues for the alignment. More information available on project webpage. POUDRE TRAIL AT I-25 Funding Source: Conservation Trust Fund & GOCO Grant ($1M for Fort Collins) Total Project Cost: $3 million Phase: Design Estimated Completion: 2023 CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
Project Details: 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 $2 million 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 entre 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: Staff continuing to collaborate with developer, including significant coordination with Cottonwood Land and Farms regarding alignment. More information available on project webpage SPRING CANYON DOG PARK Funding Source: Nature In the City Grant for $75,000 Total Project Cost: TBD Phase: Design Estimated Completion: Fall 2021 Project Details: The water quality at Spring Canyon Community Park was adversely affected by the drainage out of the dog park pond. Particularly, issues like E. coli were difficult to manage and put the dog park pond at risk of closure. Park Planning & Development worked with Stormwater, Parks, and Environmental Regulator Affairs to seek and receive a grant from Nature in the City. This grant will allow for much needed LID improvements and restoration work on the dog park and SCCP water quality ponds. Project Status: Construction will begin in the spring, expected opening by summer. More information available on project webpage. TRAVERSE PARK Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Funds Total Project Cost: $3.5- 4 million Phase: Construction Estimated Completion: December 2021 Project Details: A new neighborhood park to be built in the Trail Head neighborhood, located on East Vine Street. The park will include typical neighborhood park features including a shelter, playground, multi-purpose field, basketball court, and play area for teens. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
Project Status: Significant progress made toward securing easements for irrigation lines with adjacent landowners. More information available on project webpage. EDORA DISC GOLF PARK UPDATES Funding Source: TBD Total Project Cost: TBD Phase: Planning Estimated Completion: TBD Project Details: Staff are coordinating with two private disc golf groups to significantly improve the course located at Edora Park. Project Status: Design of signage, tees and hole maps is near completion. Continuing work on funding solutions. Coordinating with local disc golf clubs on course updates. CP - OPERATION SERVICES BLOCK 32/42 – CIVIC MASTER PLAN REFRESH Funding Source: Capital Project via BFO: $300,000 Estimated Project Cost: TBD Phase: Conceptual Master Plan Estimated Completion Date: June 2022 Project Details: Space planning for Block 32 and 42 that was performed in 2013-2014 and needs to be updated. The new planning effort will involve each affected department to determine their space needs and anticipated growth over the next 10-12 Years. With the completion of the refresh the City can decide which departments to house in 215 N. Mason, 300 Laporte Ave - Building A, and the new City Hall. The refresh will also help determine an appropriate size of the new City Hall. Once this is determined and a conceptual design is produced it will be submitted to Council for review, next recommended steps and approval. Project Status: The Master Plan has been adopted by City Council. Currently working with Clark & Enersen to determine the proper timing on proceeding with the next steps outlined in the Council Work Session presentation. Specifically, the traffic and parking studies and are likely to commence Spring 2022. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
CP - UTILITIES
JOINT TRAINING FIELD WITH POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Funding Source: Offer # 11.21
Estimated Project Budget: $110,000 ($55,000 each in
2021 and 2022).
Phase: Design
Project Details:
Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) and Utilities staff have
been coordinating a plan to collaborate on training
services that will benefit both agencies at the PFA
Training Center on West Vine Drive. The development
of these props will benefit the City’s Utilities Service
Area by eliminating the need to purchase land on
which to erect the props, and PFA benefits through
the partnership by adding new dimensions to special
rescue training, as well as partnering with Utilities to
facilitate other site improvements. In this arrangement,
PFA staff is working with Utilities staff to develop the
construction drawings, surveys, and any excavation Electric Field Service crew training
and installation work that is necessary for the project.
PFA’s cost is expected to be minimal, and Utilities has
existing and future offers in the City’s budgeting
process to cover their portion of the expenses.
Project Status:
Initial poles for climbing and pole rescue training have been set. Remainder of poles are to
be set early 2022.
Access road improvements are expected to be constructed early 2022.
Meeting scheduled for 2/18/22 on site with PFA/L&P for next steps.
STONEHENGE CABLE REPLACEMENT-PRIORITY #4
Funding Source: BFO # 8.9
Estimated Project Budget: $283,500
Phase: In Construction
Project Details:
Electric primary cable has been evaluated through the
City based on year of installation, style of cable and
manufacturer to establish a prioritized failure risk. This
area was calculated as Priority Area #4 citywide and
involves the replacement of one (1) section of 3-phase
power and 56 sections of single-phase power. The
replacement primarily occurs within the Stonehenge
Subdivision located east of S. Lemay Avenue along
Stuart Street.
Project Status:
Aerial View of Priority Area
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14 Due to COVID 19 and with a lot of people working and learning from their homes, extra
construction planning around outages is needed and may require outages to occur after hours or
on weekends.
Approximately 70% of all the single-phase cable sections have been replaced.
Currently the 3-phase cable section is still in construction planning.
Currently, 75% of the existing transformers designated for replacement have occurred with
minimum outages.
OAK STREET STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Funding Source: Stormwater
Estimated Project Budget: $2.0M (Design), $23M (Construction), $25M Total
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2022 (Design), Early 2023 (Construction)
Road Repair Project at the Trolley Tracks at Mack and Mountain,
Summer 2012
Project Details:
This project is for the design and construction of stormwater infrastructure for the Oak Street Stormwater
Improvements Project (OSSP) that is part of the larger Downtown Stormwater Improvement Program
(DSIP). The project is located on Oak Street from Mason to Jackson and will include a few storm laterals
extending to the blocks both north and south of Oak Street. There will be approximately 8500 LF of new
storm pipe installed with this project, ranging in size from 78” to 48”.
This project will cross the Fort Collins Municipal Railway tracks (aka trolley tracks) in three locations on
Mountain Avenue. The design team has been investigating the requirements to repair the tracks after
construction. The photo above documents a repair project at Mack Street in 2012.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15Project Status:
Permitting – Dewatering Permit through CDPHE; After groundwater investigation, this project will
fall under the parameters of the general permit for dewatering.
Permitting – Investigation into the permitting process with BNSF railroad has begun.
Preliminary (60%) Design – Plans due February 4, 2022
Cost Estimating – BT Construction and Connell Resources to produce a cost estimate based on
the Preliminary Design Plans, due March 11, 2022
Independent Cost Estimate – Capstone to conduct independent cost analysis based on the
Preliminary Design Plans. Reconciliation of cost estimates due April 8, 2022
27” POUDRE CANYON RAW WATERLINE
Funding Source: Water - BFO#12.21 (2021)
Estimated Project Budget: $3,2000,000
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date:
Final Design – March 2022
Construction - August 2023
Project Details:
The goal of this project is to ensure the structural integrity and operational longevity of the City’s 27”
raw waterline in the Poudre Canyon. An existing, exposed section of the pipeline in the river near
Gateway Natural Area will be replaced to eliminate the risk of failure which ensures the continued
delivery and reliability of raw water from the Poudre River to the Water Treatment Facility. The design
will consider the existing geomorphology of the river to develop a long-term solution which may require
pipe alignment modifications and deeper burial depths of the pipeline. Final design and construction of
the selected alternative are included in this project.
Horizontal Pipe Alignment
(60% Design Drawings)
Project Status:
Land acquisition process successfully completed with landowner.
Ongoing team meetings with consultant and contractor on design and construction
issues/decisions.
Ongoing Stakeholder meetings.
Risk Register updated and discussed with Project Team.
Advancement of permitting documents and reviews taking place.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16 Coordination with Natural Areas and revegetation/restoration recommendations complete. PUBLIC SAFETY POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY Firefighter Recruitment Update The first stage of the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) hiring process closed on January 31 after two months of active outreach and recruitment. The first step for applicants was to test through the National Testing Network. A group of applicants was selected to move to the second round based on their scores. PFA is expecting to welcome and train the largest group in its fire academy history this fall. Dog Rescued from Icy Pond | Feb. 7 Just after 5:30 p.m., the Tower 5 Crew rescued a golden retriever from an icy pond near Globe Ct. in Southeast Fort Collins. The dog had been in the freezing waters for about 10 minutes according to bystanders. The dog swam toward the PFA responder as he approached in a specialized ice rescue CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
suit. The responder entered the water and safely hoisted the dog out. It walked to shore and gave itself a good shake. The UCHealth medical unit assessed the dog and did not find any issues. After a quick warmup in a blanket the golden retriever was returned to its owner. The people that called 911 did the right thing by calling for help rather than attempting to enter the water. PFA crews completed ice training refreshers just a few weeks before the incident. Mask Distribution Event | Feb. 5 PFA members of the Fire Prevention and Community Risk Reduction Division distributed free KN95 masks at drive thru event at the Northside Aztlan Community Center. The event was scheduled from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. but staff decided to open the event about 20 minutes early because the line of cars reached from the north end of the parking lot out onto Willow. St. The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management delivered masks to libraries and fire departments across the state so they could serve as local distribution sites. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
Two Chimney Fires in Two Weeks PFA firefighters extinguished two chimney fires in the last two weeks of January. They shared information about the importance of chimney maintenance and the dangers of creosote buildup. Creosote is a highly flammable residue that builds up in chimneys. An unmaintained chimney could be lined with what’s essentially an effective fire fuel. Here are three ways to prevent the buildup of creosote in the first place but annual chimney inspections and sweepings are still recommended.1) Burn ONLY dry, properly seasoned firewood. Wet or green wood is a major contributor to creosote production and buildup. So, simply by burning dry, properly seasoned firewood (and nothing else) in your fireplace, you’re greatly reducing your chances of having a chimney fire. 2) Make sure your chimney is properly lined and the liner is in good shape. A good, appropriately sized, and properly installed chimney liner will improve the performance and safety of your fireplace or woodstove, which means less fire risk and less creosote production. 3) Make sure your chimney gets adequate air. A chimney that’s getting adequate air will burn at hotter temperatures and have better draft, which, again, means you’ll see less creosote production. POLICE SERVICES Notable Cases 911 Dispatcher Delivers Baby - In early January, a local mom went into labor with her second child. She didn't think they'd make it to the hospital in time before their newest family member made an appearance, so her husband called 911. Dispatcher Megan Biberos took the call and walked the family through the entire process. This experience was a first for all involved – the family never imagined their birth plans would involve their home bathroom, and Megan had never talked someone through a full delivery. A week after this unforgettable birthday, the family came to FCPS to put a face to the voice who helped them. And, for the very first time in her 10-year career, Megan got to meet a caller she’d served. Denver7 covered the sweet reunion, which can be seen here: https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/ill-remember-her-forever-fort-collins-911- dispatcher-helps-deliver-baby-girl Weapons call ends in safe arrest - On a quiet early morning in January, FCPS received several reports from community members about the sound of gunshots in South Fort Collins. As the calls were coming in, area officers noticed a pickup truck driving erratically through town. They followed it, found the truck stopped at an apartment complex on Landings Drive, and learned that the driver had already CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 19
run away to a nearby apartment. They tried to contact him, but he refused to follow instructions. Officers kept trying, and after about an hour, the man came outside. Through their investigation, police determined that the man had been driving around the city and randomly firing shots out of his truck. Fortunately, no injuries or damages have been reported. He was safely taken into custody and arrested for Reckless Endangerment and Disorderly Conduct. Following the arrest, officers obtained a search warrant and located the gun. Agency News 30th Annual Award Ceremony – FCPS honored agency employees and community members at our 30th annual awards ceremony held in January. From lifesaving actions to compassionate service, these people truly went above and beyond to help others in need, even at great personal risk in some cases. This ceremony was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the incredible ways that our agency and residents invest in the wellbeing of our community. 2021 Annual Report - As we focus on the future and plan where we're going, FCPS continues to reflect on where we've been. With that in mind, our 2021 annual snapshot report is now available online. This report provides a brief overview of programs, priorities, partnerships, crime stats, and more from the last year: https://www.fcgov.com/police/files/annual-report_final.pdf?1643843673 CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 20
Community Engagement Police Department Tour - Spectrum Community Services is a service provider for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A group from this organization visited the police station to tour the building, check out the BearCat rescue vehicle, and connect with officers. The Neighborhood Engagement Team and Mental Health Response Team had a great time meeting everyone! Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - From walking alongside our community members to ensuring safety along the route, FCPS was honored to march with our community and support the living legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The event’s theme was The March Is Far From Over. Chief Jeff Swoboda shared a reflection about this on the agency’s Facebook page: “What does this mean in Fort Collins in 2022? To me, it means that we still have segments of our community that need our support. It means that we can continue to improve service access, to identify and remove barriers to inclusion, and that we have opportunities to grow.” CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 21
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+SERVI
CES%2FZONING&vid=2&cmd=showdt
For a detailed listing of development Proposals under review, please visit:
https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
2022 2021 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 41 23 -43.90%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design/Staff Reviews 23 12 -47.83%
Building Permits Issued 723 597 -17.43%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $16.75 $27.91 66.62%
Building Inspections Performed 2,514 2,606 3.66%
Zoning Inspections Performed 46 15 -67.39%
Zoning Plan Reviews Performed 244 194 -20.49%
Overall Development Review Center revenues are $232,414 under projection for 2022 as of January
31st, with Building Services under by $211,127, Neighborhood Services and Code Compliance under
by $1,521, Development Review under by $718 and Engineering Development Review under by
$19,048.
GRAFFITI UPDATE
During the month of January 2022, the Graffiti Abatement Team abated 55 issues consisting of 182
tags measuring 409 square feet of graffiti-covered surfaces.
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
January 4 43 8 55
The issues were distributed throughout the City in the following Council Districts:
Month One Two Three Four Five Six
January 11 7 5 5 5 22
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 22SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Shift Your Water | Free Toilet!
Make a simple shift for water conservation! Sign
up for a free home efficiency assessment with
the experts at Larimer County Conservation
Corps today to get water-efficient products
installed in your home and see if you’re eligible
for a free new toilet.
What is a home efficiency assessment?
Assessments last 1-2 hours. During a Home
Efficiency Assessment, corps members educate
residents about water and energy efficiency
practices and services as well as retrofit water-
conserving showerheads and faucet aerators, smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, clotheslines, light
bulbs, furnace air filters, and high-efficiency toilets based on resident’s needs. All corps members are
trained and adhere to current COVID-19 protocols.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
City Deploys Land Bank Parcel for Affordable Home Ownership Development:
Last month, the City of Fort Collins sold a parcel of land, part of its “affordable housing land bank” to
be developed for affordable, for-sale housing. The land was sold to a development partnership led by
Indiana based TWG and includes Elevation Community Land Trust (ECLT) from Denver and Housing
Catalyst from Fort Collins.
The 5-acre parcel located at 3620 Kechter Road was purchased for the City’s land bank in 2002. TWG
will construct 54 townhomes on the land and sell them to ECLT who will retain ownership of the land
but sell the homes to qualified low wage-earning households. This will be the City’s first permanently
affordable, for-sale affordable housing development.
“The location of this property between two schools and two parks makes it ideal for this townhome
community. Generations of families will benefit from the housing built there,” said Sue Beck-Ferkiss,
who manages the Land Bank Program for the City.
The City of Fort Collins Land Bank Program buys and holds land for the future development of
affordable housing. The program is Fort Collins' only long-term affordable housing incentive. Between
escalating land prices and the realities of a fixed Growth Management Area (GMA), this program
ensures land will be available in the future to increase the stock of affordable housing homes.
A groundbreaking celebration for the Kechter project will be held in February 2022. Details will be
released soon.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 23ECONOMIC HEALTH
Larimer County Mask Order Ends February 12
The Larimer County Department of Health & Environment (LCDHE) would like us to share with the
business community that due to improving COVID-19 conditions they have announced that the mask
order will expire on February 11, 2022 at 11:59 pm. Such a timeline allows for the Omicron wave to
further retreat and gives families, local businesses, and schools time to prepare for the transition. In
their press release, health officials are asking residents to be kind and patient in local businesses,
noting that some might choose to continue to require masks in their facilities.
As of February 12, 2022, businesses are no longer required to post signage requiring masks. The
Health Department has made signs available here for those who would like to encourage masks in
their facilities. The Health Department thanks the business community for their ongoing patience and
partnership. Questions and comments can be sent to LCDHE at CovidConcerns@larimer.org.
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
Xeriscape Incentive Program for HOAs and Commercial Customers: The application review
committee met in late January and selected award recipients for twelve projects converting from
high- to low-water use landscape. Landscapes are scheduled for installation in 2022 with a total
project area over 170,000 square feet.
In the month of February, Utilities will offer the following engagement opportunities:
February 3 - Fort Collins Floodplain Management Committee Annual Meeting – Each year
Utilities engages a group of internal and external stakeholders to develop, guide and implement a
public information plan for floodplain safety and education.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 24 February 9th and 23rd – Sustainable Business Program - Utilities, in collaboration with
Environmental Services Department and led by the Sustainable Living Association and Fort Collins
businesses, is reimagining how sustainable business programing looks in Fort Collins. This month
aspects of a future program are considered and prepared in advance of a summer pilot program.
Learn more about this project https://sustainablelivingassociation.org/sustainable-business-
program/.
February 9 – CSU Housing Fair – Utilities joins property management companies, landlords,
realtors, other community resources, and Colorado State University offices to inform the CSU
community about housing options and resources.
February 11 – Winter Bike to Work/Anywhere Day - Utilities once again has partnered
with businesses and organizations to sponsor the Oak Street Plaza breakfast and bike
repair station. Grab a bite to eat, bike adjustments and learn about Utilities resources.
February 26 - Xeriscape Incentive Program Basics Training – Staff will present information and
resources on how to participate in Utilities Xeriscape Incentive Program and be eligible to receive
a 2022 rebate for transforming their high-water use areas into water-wise landscapes.
In 2022, Utilities Customer Connections has reached 24 participants through three outreach events in
January.
In the month of January, Utilities offered the following engagement opportunities:
January 5 – CSU Housing and Dining Fair – Utilities shared affordability and
conservation information and resources with CSU Housing and Dinning staff at this annual event.
January 12 and 26- Sustainable Business Program - Utilities, in collaboration with Environmental
Services Department and led by the Sustainable Living Association and Fort Collins businesses, is
reimagining how sustainable business programing looks in Fort Collins. This month aspects of a
future program are considered and prepared in advance of a summer pilot program. Learn more
about this project https://sustainablelivingassociation.org/sustainable-business-program/.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Front Range Forum, a volunteer led group focused on lifelong learning at the Senior Center,
started classes for their Winter term with 120 people registered. Classes cover topics like The
American War in Afghanistan, Garbology, The Great American Famine, and Dimensions of
Racism.
Sports is creatively coordinating youth team schedules to ensure all groups have access to
facilities for practice during the week. Due to Covid impacts and staffing shortages, there have
been a reduced number of facilities within the community available for rental and practice space.
The Farm passed a recent inspection for licensing with the USDA. This process ensures proper
care and maintenance of both the facility and animals who live there.
Recreation welcomed LeAnn Williams as the new Director of Recreation. Her first day of work was
Monday, February 7.
Due to staffing shortages, Mulberry Pool is currently operating with reduced hours. Staff are
working hard to bring on new staff and restore levels of services as soon as possible.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 25PARKS
Player Assistant Program changes for the Golf
Division include a system that pays the assistants for
their time bundled with golf privileges.
Snow has returned to the Front Range after a dry Fall
that required additional tree watering. Snow removal
operations are in full swing.
Seasonal purchasing of summer supplies includes
ballfield supplies, fertilizer, plant material and safety
supplies.
The seasonal multi-cultural display at Library Park was
removed for the season.
Edora pond dredging project finalizing RFP
paperwork.
CULTURAL SERVICES
Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
The Lincoln Center will present New York City-based Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with
Wynton Marsalis on February 18th. Led by the nine-time Grammy-winning legend and trumpet
virtuoso, Wynton Marsalis, the Orchestra features 15 of the finest jazz musicians today. The
Orchestra performs a vast repertoire, from rare historic compositions to commissioned works,
including compositions and arrangements by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Fletcher Henderson,
Thelonious Monk, Mary Lou Williams, and many others.
The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery will present Music Industry Night on February 16th. Music
Industry Night is an evening for the musician community of Northern Colorado to safely connect,
find resources, and have fun! Attendees can get their instrument or pedalboard cleaned up at the
refresh station, contribute to a community art project, or participate in a socially-distanced jam.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 26NATURAL AREAS Five Land Acquisitions Conserved 207 Acres in 2021 Two Dry Creek Additions Two parcels, one of nine acres and another of two acres were purchased along the Dry Creek corridor, a conservation focus area. One parcel currently is the northern-most acquisition serving as an important wildlife corridor and a potential north-south trail corridor connecting communities in the area to the Poudre Trail. The second parcel connects existing conserved lands to Willox Lane. When approached by staff, the landowners were intrigued in selling land that had been in the family for almost a century, to preserve the current residence, a former one-room schoolhouse. Crossline Canyons Addition A 155-acre purchase extends the reaches of Crossline Canyons Natural Area, securing additional wildlife habitat for the crossline skipper butterfly, black bears, mountain lions, and elk. The four parcels making up the acquisition were used for livestock grazing and farming. The site encompasses rock outcrops, steep foothills and small glades which give rise to distinct ecological communities like montane-foothills shrubland and ponderosa pine woodland. Cooper Slough Twenty-four acres were purchased along the Cooper Slough, a conservation focus area designated in the Land Conservation and Stewardship Master Plan, 2014. This area is deemed high priority because of the unique warm water slough that does not freeze, which invites heavy wildlife use in the winter and year-round. The property historically was used for agriculture but has stood vacant for many years. New Conservation Easement A 17-acre residential and agricultural property directly along the Poudre River has been on the potential conservation list for some time. After the property spent 80 years with the same family, they decided to grant the City a conservation easement to preserve the relatively natural habitat and open space. The property preserves an intact portion of the river amidst intense sand and gravel mining activity. It is hoped that this conservation easement will jump start more conservation partnerships in the vicinity. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 27
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Land Conservation Summary To Date Cost
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Acres of Land Purchased 39,543
Acres of Land Leased 87
Acres of Land in Conservation Easements 15,674
Total Conserved - To Date 55,304 $ 153,051,675
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2021 Total Acquisitions Cost
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Burrill Family Fee Acquisition Dry Creek 1.6 $ 500,000
Anderson Family Fee Acquisition Cooper Slough 24 $ 1,245,000
Leach Family Fee Acquisition Dry Creek 9 $ 625,500
Sharp Family Fee Acquisition Crossline Canyons NA 155 $ 750,000
Brookman Family Conservation Easement Poudre River Corridor 17 $ 180,742
Total Conserved - Year To Date 207 $ 3,301,242
Land Conservation Funds Budgeted for 2021 $3,900,000 + Re-appropriation $4,313,875 $ 8,213,875
Land Conservation Funds Expended in 2021 to Date $ 3,301,242
Net Land Conservation Funds Remaining for 2021 $ 4,912,633
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Agreements / Under Contract 2022 Closings Cost
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Northwest Fort Collins Fourth Quarter 17 $ 1,900,000
Foothills Second Quarter 414 $ 4,062,800
West Fort Collins Second Quarter 168 $ 2,000,000
LCDNR Partnership Fourth Quarter 428 $ 444,485
Loveland Separator Fourth Quarter 30 $ 187,000
Totals 1057 $ 8,594,285
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CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 28Foothills First Quarter 2023 261 $ 2,662,200 Totals 261 $ 2,662,200 Ranger Team Update Rangers issued 83 summons, 56 warnings, and provided response to 38 dispatches for direct patrol and emergency needs. In contrast, Rangers made 907 cordial contacts that including 373 informational/educational contacts and responding to 150 phone calls. In 2021, Rangers issued 382 summons and 332 warnings and provided response to 135 dispatches for patrol and emergency needs. In contrast, Rangers made 4,107 cordial contacts that included providing 1,927 informational contacts and responding to 825 phone calls. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT 2022 State of the City: Mayor Jeni Arndt and Interim City Manager Kelly DiMartino hosted the State of the City on Feb. 1, reflecting on 2021 and looking forward to the future of Fort Collins. If you missed the live event, you can watch the replay on the City’s YouTube channel, or read the report to the community at fcgov.com/stateofthecity. As part of this year’s theme, pre-stamped postcards were made available at various City facilities for the community to send a note to someone who makes Fort Collins better. The community is encouraged to also share their notes of thanks online using #FoCoLoveLetter. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 29
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION
Winter Weather and Connexion Installations
Winter weather is upon us here in Fort Collins! With our
network being 100% underground, including from the
street to the side of your house, we do occasionally run
into issues with frozen ground during the winter months.
Cold temps and snow can sometimes prove challenging
with construction and installation, but the good news is
that fiber is naturally weatherproof and works up to -25
degrees Fahrenheit!
If frozen ground is an issue when conducting an install
at your home, we can run a temporary drop above
ground for your Connexion service. This temporary drop
will be installed underground permanently once the
ground has thawed. Our OnTrac, Inc. crews regularly
monitor areas to determine if ground has thawed
enough to complete the installation and complete the direct-bury process.
New Website
Connexion has a new website! The new www.fcconnexion.com provides a stand-alone website
(separate from the City of Fort Collins) with resources and all the necessary information on service
availability, offerings, how to sign up for service and more, which will improve overall user experience.
The site also provides access to the new customer self-service portal which rolled out mid-December
along with the new Connexion billing system. We recently added a support hub with information and
support tools for customers including FAQ’s, how-to's, speed tests and other information as well as
access to all our news articles.
Address Look-up
We have enhanced our address
lookup tool! Now residents can
enter their address and get either a
month or season (Spring, Summer,
Fall) when they can anticipate
having Connexion Service available
for their property. Our address
look-up tool can be found on the
Connexion website at
www.fcconnexion.com.
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