October 12, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 October 12, 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL... 3 OCTOBER 17 COUNCIL MEETING...3 OCTOBER 24 WORK SESSION...3 OCTOBER 31-5 th TUESDAY...3 NOVEMBER 7 COUNCIL MEETING...3 NOVEMBER 7 EXECUTIVE SESSION...4 NOVEMBER 7 GID NO NOVEMBER 7 SKYVIEW GID...5 SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION... 5 MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE...5 CAPITAL PROJECTS... 5 CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT...5 TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD...6 SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET...6 DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS...7 NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT 1 ST STREET TO LEMAY AVENUE...8 LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1 ST STREET...8 HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS...9 VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS...9 DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION I-25 CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CAPITAL PROJECTS UTILITIES EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK TIMBERLINE TO ZIEGLER PHASE COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT DWRF UV DISINFECTION PROJECT DWRF SLUDGE STRAIN PRESS REDUNDANCY MULBERRY/RIVERSIDE STORM SEWER CAPITAL PROJECTS PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CRESCENT PARK TWIN SILO PARK FOSSIL CREEK TRAIL SHIELDS TO COLLEGE LONG VIEW TRAIL... 15

2 PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ECONOMIC HEALTH PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT UPDATE... 21

3 ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL OCTOBER 17 COUNCIL MEETING Long Pond Wireless Telecommunications Facility and Addition of Permitted Use o Consider an Addition of Permitted Use for a wireless telecommunications facility at 2008 Turnberry Road in the Low Density Mixed Use Neighborhood (LMN) zone district. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. Water Treatment Facility Annexation Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Initiation (consent) o Initiate annexation proceedings for the Water Treatment Facility (Annexation Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4). Annex and zone the Water Treatment Facility (Annexation Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4). The Water Treatment Facility Annexations form a flagpole-shaped annexation starting at the intersection of Sunset Street and Laporte Avenue and ends at 4316 Laporte Avenue Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. Staff Report: Goose Hollow Natural Area o Present the collaborative efforts to improve Goose Hollow Natural Area, located northwest of Conifer Street, between Blue Spruce and Redwood Streets. OCTOBER 24 WORK SESSION Updates to Oil & Gas Regulations o Discuss a number of potential updates to the Land Use Code and Municipal Code related to development activity near oil and gas operations. Updates will respond to the recent hydraulic fracturing moratorium lawsuit, increased development pressure near existing oil and gas wells, and protection of public safety. Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. Metropolitan District Policy Changes (Part 1) o Review and consider changes to the City policy concerning Service Plans for Title 32 Metropolitan Districts to better align City policy with desired outcomes. Part 1 will emphasize how metro districts function and how other communities are utilizing metro districts. Neighborhood Livability & Social Health: 1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. OCTOBER 31-5 th TUESDAY NOVEMBER 7 COUNCIL MEETING 2018 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (First Reading) o Appropriate funds for the 2018 fiscal year based on the adopted Biennial Budget and associated revisions to the 2018 Budget. High Performing Government-7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the community Utility Rate Ordinances (First Reading) CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 3

4 o Approve the 2018 utility rate adjustments consistent with the 2018 Appropriations. The water and wastewater rates will reflect the updated cost of service studies. The electric rates will include the TOU rate changes to be effective October 1, Electric Econ 3.8, Enviro 4.1, Enviro 4.5 Water Econ 3.7, Enviro 4.2 Wastewater Enviro 4.9 Setting Public Hearing for Midtown Business Improvement District (BID) Formation (resolution)(consent) o Review and consider the Midtown Business Improvement District petition for organization. Economic Health 3.6: Enhance the economic vitality of our community Fox Hills Second Annexation and Zoning (First Reading-consent) o Annex and zone the Fox Hills Second Annexation, consisting of 20.4 acres, located 3300 feet west the intersection of County Road 38E (Harmony Road) and Taft Hill Road. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. I-25 Third Annexation and Zoning (First Reading-consent) o Annex and zone the I-25 Third Annexation, a single annexation of approximately 282 acres of interstate right-of-way. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. Affordable Housing Fee Waivers (consent) o Consider an Ordinance allowing any developer of housing units targeted to households make no more than 30% Area Median Income to request affordable housing fee waivers. All fee waivers remain discretionary. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health- 1.1 Improve access to a broad range of quality housing that is safe, accessible and affordable. Small Cell Facilities, Towers and Wireless Service Facilities Regulations (First Readingdiscussion) o The purpose is to adopt regulations for the installation and operation of small cellular equipment within the City s rights-of-way. Safe Community-5.6 Optimize the use of data and technology to improve service and protect mission critical infrastructure. New Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual and Low Impact Development (LID) Implementation Manual o Replace the previously adopted Fort Collins Amendments to the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District Criteria Manual with an updated format to a stand-alone manual that incorporates all key design requirements and will more effectively communicate the criteria specific for Fort Collins and its GMA. The LID Manual will aid in improving current LID practices in Fort Collins and to help streamline compliance with City regulations. This LID Implementation Manual will become a technical addendum to the Stormwater Criteria Manual. Safe Community Protect life and property with natural and attractive flood mitigation facilities NOVEMBER 7 EXECUTIVE SESSION Collective Bargaining (60 minutes) (tentative) NOVEMBER 7 GID NO Annual Appropriation Ordinance (Second Reading) o Appropriate the 2018 Budget for General Improvement District No. 1. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 4

5 NOVEMBER 7 SKYVIEW GID 2018 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (Second Reading) o Appropriate the 2018 Budget for Skyview General Improvement District No. 15 SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE AUGUST SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR Month Year to Date Net Sales Tax Collected: 3.7% 1.6% Net Use Tax Collected: -18.1% -7.4% Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -1.1% -0.2% Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are down 0.2% and total $90.3M. AUGUST SUMMARY OVER BUDGET Month Year to Date Net Sales Tax Collected: -3.0% -3.8% Net Use Tax Collected: 10.8% 13.8% Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -0.8% -0.9% CAPITAL PROJECTS CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program Estimated Project Budget: $1m This project provides a complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and identifies inadequate handicap accessibilities according to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. 37,741 accessible ramps have been identified as acceptable, substandard, or missing in accordance with the ADA requirements. Staff is collaborating with the Larimer County Built Environment Group (LCBEG) to include health and equity factors into the prioritization model. Staff met with LCBEG to review data analysis and review how to implement the data into the pedestrian program. Upcoming project locations: East Vine Drive and Alta Vista sidewalk work is scheduled to begin mid-october. Staff is beginning to develop the 2018 Pedestrian Improvement Program. Current projects: Widening along Taft south of Clearview is complete. Staff met with the Commission on Disability and the Transportation Board in September to review the revised prioritization model. To date approximately 6,588 LF of sidewalk has been repaired/installed along with upgrades to 74 accessible ramps. More information is available at CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 5

6 TIMBERLINE IMPROVEMENTS PROSPECT TO BLACKBIRD Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB) Estimated Project Budget: $5.0m The goals of this project are to improve air quality, reduce vehicle wait time and reduce the accident rate by constructing a free-right turn and acceleration lane from eastbound Prospect to southbound Timberline; as identified in our Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study. The 2005 ballot language stated this project will expand Timberline Road to four (4) lane arterial standards including: Travel lanes, sidewalks, bike lanes and landscaped medians. Improvements to the Prospect and Timberline intersection and all its approaches to add additional turn lanes. The project will add a sidewalk connection for southbound Timberline from Prospect to Blackbird. The project is likely a Two Phase project (Phase One Roadway work 2016, Phase Two Great Western Maintenance and Signal Improvements). Construction is expected to begin in the spring of Ongoing Landscape maintenance and project closeout. More information is available at SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET Funding Source: Building on Basics (BOB), COFC Utilities, Capital TCEF, Development Repay Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M Design for constructing a new arterial roadway that connects existing Suniga Road, from Blondel St. to College Avenue. Project is locally funded. Rights of way will be obtained through both purchase and dedication. 4 travel lanes, protected bike lanes, sidewalks and raised landscaped medians and parkways. Future traffic signal system design and initial infrastructure at College Avenue and Suniga Road. The project will ultimately connect College Avenue to Lemay Avenue and beyond with those phases currently being vetted. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 6

7 Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2018 and completed later that fall. Project team currently working through preliminary design, holding adjacent property owner meetings, and reviewing existing previous associated designs. Staff is also looking at existing and needed utilities. 30% design plans anticipated fall DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Federal Grants/Local Funds/DDA Funds Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M The goals of this project are to provide various design and construction improvements within the Downtown River District. The project has completed two design projects to date. The project is now focused on developing a preliminary engineering design for improvements along Jefferson Street between College Avenue and the Mountain/Lincoln Intersection. Staff has initiated the environmental assessment phase of the Jefferson Street Improvements Project. This work is in anticipation of the project s property acquisition phase. Staff continues coordination with planned development located along Willow Street. Staff s goals are to coordinate planned Willow Street improvements with development improvements. The Willow Street Improvements Project between Linden Street and North College Avenue is scheduled to receive Community Capital Improvements Funds in 2018/2019. Upcoming months will see continued utility coordination, public engagement, environmental investigations, and the development of property acquisition plans for the Jefferson Street Project. Staff will also continue design coordination with property owners along Willow Street, focusing specifically on improvements at the northern corner of the Willow Street and Linden Street Intersection. NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY 1 Funding Source: CMAQ Grant, URA Contribution, Pedestrian Program Funds, TAP Grant, County Funds, Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Funds Estimated Project Budget: $2.1M The primary goal of this project is to complete a gap in pedestrian infrastructure from Highway 1 to the south side of the Larimer & Weld Canal. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 7

8 This project will construct a pedestrian connection crossing the Larimer & Weld Canal extending north to SH 1 (Terry Lake Rd). The project impacts a federal highway, and is located outside the City limits but within the Growth Management Area. Right of Way plans have been submitted to CDOT for approval. Once Right of Way plans are approved by CDOT, the project will enter the Right of Way Acquisition Phase. City, County, and CDOT Staff continue to investigate ways to accelerate the project schedule. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is currently designing roadway improvements within the project limits, including curb and gutter, and storm sewer improvements. Construction is anticipated in LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT 1 ST STREET TO LEMAY AVENUE Funding Source: General Fund Reserves, Street Oversizing Fund, previously committed developer local street obligations, savings from Woodward interim improvements Estimated Project Budget: $6.5m This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes improvements along Lincoln Avenue between 1 st Street and Lemay Avenue. Subsequent phases include improvements to the Poudre River Bridge and improvements along Lincoln Avenue to Jefferson Street. Project intent is to create a multi-modal design along Lincoln Avenue that will include creating a street with a unique identity, improving the mobility, safety, and experience for bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and vehicles, and creating an environment where local businesses can thrive. All streets are now complete and open to all modes of transportation. 1 st, 2 nd and 3 rd street connection are complete and fully functional. Zagster bike share station has been relocated from Odell parking lot to Lincoln plaza location. Medians are 95% landscaped and irrigated. South and north parkways are 95% landscaped and irrigated. Bus stops are now functional and are in service for passenger pickup. Custom bike racks have been installed at plaza and bus stop locations. Custom bus shelters have been approved and ordered by Transfort. LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1 ST STREET Funding Source: BOB 2.0 Estimated Project Budget: $5.4m This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes replacement of the Poudre River bridge and road between the bridge and 1 st Street. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 8

9 Project intent is to add to the ongoing Lincoln Corridor project creating a street with a unique identity, improving the mobility, safety, and experience for bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and vehicles, to include an enhanced bridge that will meet the intent of the overall project. Poudre Trail (South Access) is now open. All pergolas, custom concrete benches, custom metal benches, and custom bike racks have been installed on bridge. Lincoln Bridge is now complete and fully open to all modes of transportation. All custom planter pots and irrigation system on the bridge have been installed, and are complete. HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS Funding Sources: Funding Appropriated Through the 2017/2018 BFO Process, Surface Transportation Program Grant, Highway Safety Improvement Program Grant, Bridge Funds, Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Funds, Arterial Intersection Improvement Funds Estimated Project Budget: $7M This project will construct intersection improvements to address safety and congestion problems. Issues were identified in the Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study, completed in Project goals include: Improve safety and reduce congestion Improve facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians Update landscaping and urban design Preliminary design is underway. Design alternatives will be identified and a preferred alternative is anticipated to be selected by the end of Construction schedule has not yet been finalized. Construction is likely to start in the fall of 2018 or early More information is available at VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG) Estimated Project Budget: $1.0 M The existing Vine and Lemay intersection, which includes the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway crossing, is severely CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 9

10 congested with limited options to expand through or turn lane capacity due to land use constraints. Lemay Avenue realignment and intersection improvements have been prioritized as the City s #1 Transportation Capital Improvement Project The realignment has been on the City s Master Street Plan since the mid-1980 s The project area is included within the City s Mountain Vista Subarea Plan which was created as a long-term planning vision for the northeast section of Fort Collins The improvements will construct a new roadway and intersection slightly northeast of the existing Vine and Lemay intersection. The new intersection will be realigned Lemay and Suniga Road. The City is investigating a number of interim and ultimate solutions that include new at-grade intersections or overpass/underpass of the BNSF Railway and existing Vine Drive Staff is developing a matrix of options for the existing and relocated crossings, with input from BNSF and the Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The City is in the process of right-of-way negotiations for the parcel containing the proposed realigned Lemay and Suniga intersection. The project team continues to work on cost estimates, renderings, and traffic analysis for the atgrade and bridge options. More information is available at DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Arterial Intersections) Estimated Project Budget: $600k This intersection is a top-ranked location for needed Safety and Operational improvements, as identified in the City s 2011 Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study Design and construction of a southbound Lemay to westbound Drake dedicated right turn lane, in conjunction with safety and site access improvements at the northwest corner of the intersection Sidewalk, ADA, and bus stop improvements will be evaluated and integrated into the project The project team is working through preliminary design options The construction start date will be dependent upon right-of-way acquisition at the northwest corner of the intersection Final design and public outreach will occur in the fall of 2017, with construction of the improvements in 2018 CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 10

11 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Bike / Pedestrian Grade Separated Crossing Fund) Estimated Project Budget: $80k This Study is a multi-departmental effort to catalogue existing bike/pedestrian grade separations throughout the City, and to create a data-driven list of potential, future crossing locations The rationale for the Study is to compile a prioritized list of crossing locations prior to programming the $6M of Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP) funding The CCIP funding will be used to leverage grant funding opportunities and contributions from other City departments, and will include a public engagement effort The study will identify the top 20 locations for high level screening and will conduct a detailed analysis of the top 3 to 5 preferred locations The project team is finalizing the Work Order and will have a kick-off meeting in September SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION Funding Source: Street Oversizing Estimated Project Budget: $1 M Status: Construction anticipated in 2018 The City Master Street Plan identifies Sharp Point Drive and Nancy Gray Avenue connected across the Great Western Railroad tracks. City Staff has identified the connection as a priority due to recent developments to the south. City Staff has submitted an application for a new atgrade crossing of the Great Western tracks to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Once approved by the PUC, Staff will continue coordination with Great Western in order to facilitate design, crossing agreements and construction. Construction dates are tentative as timeline depends on PUC approval and railroad coordination. The project team has submitted an application with the PUC and is awaiting approval. There are challenges with gaining Great Western and PUC approval and support for this project. The PUC hearing for September was postponed as the City and Great Western are actively negotiating for Great Western support of the project. The project team is working with the design consultant to finalize plans and get the project shovel ready to coincide with PUC approval and Great Western coordination. More information is available at CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 11

12 I-25 CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CDOT rejected initial bid offerings submitted over funding limit; issuing a Best and Final Offer to three finalists, and anticipate awarding contract in Q4 Prospect/I-25 Interchange will remain in the I-25 Corridor Improvements Project without change to cost or scope City Staff continue negotiations with Town of Timnath and interchange area property owners to determine relative share of $19 million local match for Prospect/I-25 interchange. Staff scheduled to discuss with Council Finance Committee October 24, and City Council hearing December 19 Fort Collins continues discussions for finding additional funding to make the next connection of I-25 improvements between SH-402 and SH-66 CAPITAL PROJECTS UTILITIES EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK TIMBERLINE TO ZIEGLER PHASE 1 Funding Source: Development Fees Estimated Project Budget: $4,000,000 Three Phase Project Phase One: Install new vaults adjacent to Harmony Substation Phase Two: 1.1 miles of duct bank installation from Timberline Substation to Ziegler Phase Three: 1.1Miles of duct bank from Ziegler to Strauss Cabin Design, route identification, and project coordination permits. Locates, pot holing, excavation and construction Duct bank, vault, conduit, and cable installation Vault Installation Design, route identification is 100% complete on Phases 1, 2 and 3 Construction of Phase 3 began April 10, 95% complete o Installation of two vaults and tie in conduit delayed until Fall Waiting for water table to lower. Phase 2 is 90% complete, pending railroad permit which has been received o 12 of 12 vaults are installed o Construction at the railroad crossing will be complete by October 13 Will involve a lane closure on Harmony Paving and restriping will begin October 16 CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 12

13 COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT Funding Source: Development Fees Estimated Project Budget: $2,804, miles of duct bank and two new circuits Design, easements, and project coordination Locates and pot holing, excavation, and construction Duct bank, vault and conduit installation, and cable pulling Electric termination and energizing Vault Installation Drake to Lake Duct Bank is complete o The circuit and terminations in this duct bank are 100% complete Cherry Street duct bank from College to Howes is progressing well; railroad permit has been received o Construction is scheduled to begin October 23 Expected to complete early November Howes/Laurel duct bank is complete The railroad permit for Vine Drive duct bank from Linden Substation has been received o Construction began August 10 Construction should be complete by October 13 o Circuits on Howes are complete DWRF UV DISINFECTION PROJECT Funding Source: Wastewater Estimated Project Budget: $5,900,000 Installation of drain line Installation of the final mixing channel wall Upcoming Work: Performance test of the UV system Site work, flat work, asphalt, and landscaping UV system start-up and commissioning CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 13

14 DWRF SLUDGE STRAIN PRESS REDUNDANCY Funding Source: Wastewater Estimated Project Budget: $1,520,000 60% design Submitted process design report Upcoming Work: Equipment procurement 90% design review MULBERRY/RIVERSIDE STORM SEWER Funding Source: Stormwater Estimated Project Budget: $3,100,000 90% plans comments received Upcoming Work: CDOT permanent easement process CDOT access use permit approval 3D model showing new strain press CAPITAL PROJECTS PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CRESCENT PARK Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Fund Estimated Construction Cost: $2.5M Status: On budget, on schedule New neighborhood park in Maple Hill neighborhood Anticipated completion in early 2018 Existing Outfall CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 14

15 Upcoming Work: Earthwork and utilities TWIN SILO PARK Funding Source: Community Parkland Fund Estimated Construction Cost: $11M Status: On budget, on schedule Playground installation scheduled for mid- October Anticipated completion of the park: November 2018 Upcoming Work: Final touch-up work around playground Final touch-up landscape work FOSSIL CREEK TRAIL SHIELDS TO COLLEGE Funding Source: ConTrust Fund & GOCO grant Estimated Construction Cost: $3M Status: On budget, on schedule Park Planning and Development hosted a neighborhood meeting in September to discuss the upcoming trail project Phase II construction estimated to start at the beginning of 2018 Tunnel will be closed during phase II construction Upcoming Work: Trail anticipated to be complete in summer, 2018 LONG VIEW TRAIL Funding Source: ConTrust Fund, Federal TAP grant, GOCO grant Total Project Cost: $3.5M Estimated Fort Collins Construction Cost: $2.2M Status: On budget, on schedule CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 15

16 Park Planning and Development is working in collaboration with the City of Loveland and Larimer County on construction of trail Trail will connect the City of Loveland to the City of Fort Collins Construction anticipated to begin fall 2017 Upcoming Work: Trail anticipated to be complete in summer, 2018 PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY INNOVATIVE POST-FIRE EDUCATION EFFORTS Following a multi-agency investigation, Poudre Fire Authority investigators determined that heat and embers from an improperly located and extinguished fire pit on the home s deck caused an August Fort Collins house fire that displaced five college-age men and killed one dog. Several of the students suffered significant injuries, including smoke inhalation, and the fire caused extensive damage to the rental home at 1817 Broadview Place. This incident serves as a somber reminder of fire s quick-spreading and devastating nature, as well as the importance of having functioning smoke alarms and knowing escape routes in the event of a fire. To illustrate these concepts, Poudre Fire Authority Education Specialist Michael Durkin and Ben Gondrez, digital dome manager with the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, created a 360-degree video tour of the home using the museum s specialized camera. As part of this virtual reality experience, viewers can move through rooms in the home, see firsthand the fire s impact and learn invaluable fire-safety information. It was shown on campus at Colorado State University the week of Sept. 18, as part of FlashPoint, a series of fire-safety events hosted by PFA and its partners with Housing & Dining Services safety coordinators. Watch the video and learn more: ELEMENTARY FIRE-SAFETY EDUCATION In total, PFA reached 2,225 students in 34 Poudre School District, Thompson School District and private/charter schools through its annual second-grade fire-safety trailer program. That s compared to 2,264 students in 2016 and 2,014 in Children start by getting kitchen safety-education; they move into a living room and talk about smoke alarms and general home safety; and then they make their way through the smoke-filled room, crawl low and escape through the back window. They then learn Stop, Drop and Roll, and talk about the importance of establishing a meeting place with their families. SEPT. 12 FIRE SPRINKLER SAVE Fire-sprinkler systems save lives every day, across the nation and here locally. In a recent example, at least one fire sprinkler head successfully activated and is CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 16

17 believed to have put out a Sept. 12 fire at a Colorado State University laboratory, preventing loss of life and potentially millions of dollars in damage. Contrary to common misconception, not all sprinkler heads in a system go off when these lifesaving systems are activated; rather, individual heads are activated by heat. Even one sprinkler head can either completely extinguish a fire or prevent it from spreading to other rooms until firefighters arrive. Following their analysis, Poudre Fire Authority investigators concluded that the fire at the CSU Foothills Campus Advanced Beam Laboratory, 4325 Laporte Ave., originated in a chiller. The fire s cause, however, is undetermined, as is the precise ignition source. SEPT. 13 COLORADO GOV. HICKENLOOPER VISIT Gov. John Hickenlooper visited PFA Station 1, in Fort Collins, to sign a proclamation re-designating September as Campus Fire Safety Month. We're so grateful for the support of the Governor and our partners at Colorado State University, UCHealth, Fort Collins Police Services, and so many more. SEPT. 25 SMOKE ALARM SAVE Though they didn't see or smell smoke, an adult, several children and three dogs were unharmed by a house fire because smoke alarms prompted them to evacuate. PFA firefighters were dispatched at 10:29 p.m. on Sept. 25 to a home at 1331 Springwood Drive in Fort Collins. The firstarriving engine got on scene at 10:35 p.m., and firefighters quickly knocked the fire down within 10 minutes. This is a tremendous example of how properly working smoke alarms save lives here and across the country each day. PFA reminds people to test their smoke alarms monthly and install new batteries once a year. Smoke alarms older than 10 years should be replaced. PFA investigators determined the fire started in the ceiling of the first-floor bathroom. The cause is accidental, and the fire was due to the overheating of electrical components in an exhaust fan. WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY GRANT Last fall, PFA and CSU co-sponsored a wearable technology grant application. PFA received word that a $224,000 grant has been awarded by the National Science Foundation. A multi-disciplinary CSU research team, along with Michigan State University, is involved with this research project. The focus of this wearable-technology grant is to research real-time firefighter conditions (e.g., cardiac, temp, etc.) during actual working conditions. PFA s hands-on portion of this research project should begin in fall of 2017 or spring of BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES Development/Planning Projects of Note Status/Updates City Plan A series of team kickoff meetings between the consultant team and City staff members have been held that identify key roles, data needs and partnership opportunities related to land use/neighborhood compatibility, utilities, transportation & transit, CSU and NFRMPO, Social Sustainability & Economic Health, and the community engagement strategy. Work to be completed in November includes a snapshot of Fort Collins in Lincoln Corridor Plan Of the ten funded neighborhood projects, six are CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 17

18 Neighborhood Project complete and four are ongoing Implementation The neighborhood artwork, Streets Facility park enhancements, and brewery wayfinding are being managed by City staff in various departments September/October - way finding discussions taking place with DDA/DBA regarding the larger brewery picture. Implementation of the neighborhood artwork and park improvements anticipated Fall 2017 Fall 2018 The new sidewalk along Lemay between Buckingham and Lincoln will be constructed with The Cottages in Fort Collins development Neighborhood Connections Pilot program is concluding this fall Next round started on 10/2 and will occur on Mondays for six weeks 12 participants have signed up 12 hours of core education classes January 2018 core classes two (2) Saturdays Spring 2018 core classes Tues/Thurs 12-1pm Continuing education classes for all participants begins January 2018 Vibrant Neighborhoods Grant 15 final project applications submitted Various City Staff are evaluating the final applications based on grant criteria Funds will be awarded by end of the year Smoking Ordinance Expansion Options Enforcement continues in the Downtown Smoke Free Zone as time allows All efforts for additional receptacles and signage have been placed on hold. Electronic Plan Review Building permits for all new buildings must be submitted electronically (some exceptions apply) Piloted Electronic Development Review on two (2) development projects submitted: 1701 W. Trilby Rd. and Poudre River White Water Park Hardware and Software has been purchased and Historic Preservation Code Review Joint Historic Preservation and Recreation Department Grant Application for the James Ross Proving Up House at Lee Martinez Park installed for all staff involved in development review Clarion s white paper on the review of designated properties, including infill within historic districts, is being reviewed by the CAC and LPC. A joint Planning/Historic Preservation Council Work Session is scheduled for December 12, 2017 to discuss proposed compatibility standards. The City was awarded $16,080 in federal funding. The scope of work has being finalized and the grant contract is being processed. Mulberry Enclave Additional properties need to be annexed in order to CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 18

19 create a possible enclave area. Discussions are taking place with the property owners representing possible parcels, including the Trails at Vista Bonita subdivision, the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad, Cloverleaf Mobile Home Park, and the Springer Fischer Trust. Staff is awaiting a response from the Trails at Vista Bonita HOA governing board about a possible voluntary annexation. A draft annexation petition has been distributed to the ownership of the Cloverleaf Mobile Home Park that would bring a 40 foot-wide strip of land into the City. Mulberry Frontage Metro District (Miller/Mokler) Downtown/Transition Area Compatibility Standards The Metro District election has been scheduled for November 7 th A 9 month project to develop new form-based Land Use Code compatibility standards that implement Downtown and Old Town Neighborhoods Plan policies began on August 18 th. The effort is led by Planning staff, with assistance from Denver-area Tryba Architects and a form-based code planning specialist. Community engagement and the code work effort is being coordinated with the on-going historic preservation code changes. Hughes Stadium CSU will host a general community listening session on October 18 th at the Drake Center regarding possible future options for a Hughes redevelopment Sign Code Update Phase 2 The second phase on an effort to update the Side Code recently began that focuses principally on new regulations for electronic message center signs, downtown signs, historic signs and code refinements based on recent court actions. YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS 2016 YTD 2017 YTD % Change Development Project Submittals Rec d 251 Conceptual/Preliminary Design Reviews/Staff Reviews Performed Building Permits Issued 4,4,894 5,478 Building Permit Valuations ($M) $ $ Building Inspections Performed 20,856 23, ,938 5,728 $ $ ,467 25, % -5.11% % % +0.90% +4.56% % +8.98% +7.72% +8.16% CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 19

20 Plan Reviews Performed 1,780 1,991 1,893 2, % +2.46% Overall development review revenues are $433,505 over projection for 2017 as of September 30th with Development Review over by $198,199 and Engineering Development Review over by $235,306. SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES The City held its second special collection event October 7 in the Hard-to-Recycle Materials Yard at the Timberline Recycling Center for mattresses and box springs, books and bulky rigid plastics. Additional events are expected to be scheduled in More at Fort Collins is also one of 25 international finalists for the C40 Cities Bloomberg Philanthropies Awards 2017 for its Climate Action Plan. San Diego is the only other American city competing in the climate action plans category. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has honored the City s Dust Mitigation Program with a Bronze Environmental Achievement Award. October is Radon Awareness Month. Get your home tested for this invisible, odorless radioactive gas. Radon-testing kits are available for sale at the Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive. SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Tony Espinoza knew early in his teaching career that he would dedicate his life to mentorship and equity work. Nearly 40 years later, he s still mentoring students in the Poudre School District a feat recognized in 2013 with the City s Human Relations Award. Know people like Espinoza? The City s Human Relations Commission is seeking nominees for the annual Human Relations Award, which recognizes individuals who promote diversity and acceptance in Fort Collins. The deadline to nominate someone at is October 26. City Council will hold a work session November 28 on the possible uses of the voter-approved Affordable Housing Capital Fund, which was created in 2015 to invest in one or more housing developments designed to serve low-income residents. ECONOMIC HEALTH Nearly 400 people attended the City s fifth annual Business Appreciation Breakfast September 13 to hear from Gov. John Hickenlooper, a panel of business leaders and to generally recognize the accomplishments of businesses in the community. See photos and video featured at the event at CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 20

21 Launch No.CO, FVC MESH and the City s Economic Health Office co-hosted a networking event September 27 designed to help local entrepreneurs connect to area banks and other licensed capital providers. Area lenders were on-hand and available to discuss their loan products and services, as well as technical assistance providers and other small business supporters. The City of Fort Collins won a Bronze Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council for its support of the NoCo Manufacturing Sector Partnership through trade shows and high school student tours of manufacturing facilities. The City of Fort Collins in September became a founding member in the Colorado Smart Cities Alliance a collaboration of cities, businesses and academics working to better monitor, manage and improve the state s technology infrastructure. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT UPDATE VINE AND LEMAY OVERPASS NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING DRAWS LOCAL CROWD Updated location & approach At renovated Legacy Church Food truck and Walrus Ice Cream available Partnered with Vida Sana Spanish resources and communications were a focus of the outreach Interpretation available Around 40 attendees, all from nearby neighborhoods Staff discussed updates with large visual aids/boards CityGives UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN KICKOFF EVENT, Sept. 29 Over 100 employees attended; featured United Way Collaborative Impact Partners Campaign and Silent Auction: Oct. 16 -Nov. 10 Teams volunteering at Make a Difference Day Campaign raised $55K last year CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 21

22 Other Outreach: Updating Strategic Plan Outreach throughout October. Project added on OurCity platform which includes a newsfeed of public events, prioritization exercise and quick poll on City s overall direction. Presented to: Downtown Business Authority, several Civics classes at Rocky Mountain High School and tabled at Drake Farmers market. Continued outreach will include: Chamber of Commerce, the Food Bank, the Mission, Recreation Facilities, La Familia, Vida Sana and others. 2 nd Annual Bike Projects Fair: Oct. 26 at the Museum of Discovery, 5-7 p.m., featuring bike share program, City Plan, Protected Bike Lane Pilot, safety and more Vibrant Neighborhood Grants: 15 projects submitted and under review for funds, decisions will be made mid-october, projects range from neighborhood orchards to Dark Skies approved light installations Neighborhood Connections launched first class on October 2 with 12 students committing to the six-week course around empowering and connecting neighborhoods to each other and City resources Community Survey: Survey closed on October 11 and report will be available in early November Museo de Tres Colonias Grand Reopening occurred October 8 th. West Nile Virus Technical Advisory Committee Meeting, Oct. 18, 4:30-6:00 at Parks at 413 Bryan St. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 22