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2 NOVEMBER 9, 2017 Table of Contents ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL... 4 NOVEMBER 13 ADJOURNED MEETING...4 NOVEMBER 14 WORK SESSION CANCELED...4 NOVEMBER 21 COUNCIL MEETING...4 NOVEMBER 21 GID NO NOVEMBER 21 SKYVIEW GID...5 NOVEMBER 21 URA...5 NOVEMBER 28 ADJOURNED MEETING...5 NOVEMBER 28 WORK SESSION...6 DECEMBER 5 COUNCIL MEETING...6 DECEMBER 12 WORK SESSION...6 SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION... 7 MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE...7 CAPITAL PROJECTS... 7 CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT...7 SUNIGA ROAD IMPROVEMENTS COLLEGE AVE. TO BLONDEL STREET...8 DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS...8 NORTH COLLEGE IMPROVEMENTS CANAL TO STATE HIGHWAY LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT 1 ST STREET TO LEMAY AVENUE...9 LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1 ST STREET HORSETOOTH AND COLLEGE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT LEMAY CULVERT EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION CAPITAL PROJECTS PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CRESCENT PARK LONG VIEW TRAIL CAPITAL PROJECTS UTILITIES EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT DWRF UV DISINFECTION PROJECT DWRF SLUDGE STRAIN PRESS REDUNDANCY NECCO PONDS AND BACKBONE PHASE I... 16

3 UTILITIES UPDATE WATER RESOURCES AND TREATMENT WATER ENGINEERING AND FIELD SERVICES LIGHT AND POWER CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY POLICE SERVICES BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ECONOMIC HEALTH COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE RECREATION PARKS CULTURAL SERVICES PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT UPDATE... 24

4 ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL NOVEMBER 13 ADJOURNED MEETING Yearly evaluations of City Manager and City Attorney NOVEMBER 14 WORK SESSION CANCELED NOVEMBER 21 COUNCIL MEETING 2018 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (Second 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 (Second Reading) 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, Economic Health 3.7 and 3.8 Sustain high water quality to support the community and water-dependent businesses. Maintain electric utility systems, services, infrastructure integrity and stable, competitive rates. Environmental Health 4.1, 4.2, 4.5, 4.9- Achieve Climate Action Plan (CAP) goals by reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs); Protect and provide a high quality water supply and implement appropriate conservation efforts and long-term water storage capability; Work towards long term net zero energy goals within the community and the City organization using a systems approach.; Meet all regulatory requirements while supporting programs that go beyond compliance. Long Pond Wireless Telecommunications Facility and Addition of Permitted Use (discussion-first Reading) 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. Forming Midtown Business Improvement District (BID) (discussion-first Reading) o Hold a public hearing to review and consider the Midtown Business Improvement District petition for organization. Economic Health-3.6 Enhance the economic vitality of our community. Amending City Code Relating to Special Events (discussion) o Consider amending Chapter 23.5 of the City Code pertaining to Special Events and Demonstrations to be in alignment with current law and to more accurately reflect the City s current processes and procedures. Economic Health-3.4 Provide transparent, predictable and efficient processes for citizens and businesses interacting with the City CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 4

5 Small Cell Facilities, Towers and Wireless Service Facilities Regulations (First Readingconsent) 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. Residential Parking Permit Program (RP3) (consent) o Adopt a management boundary for the Residential Parking Permit Program (RP3) as discussed at the August 22 Work Session. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.10 Address neighborhood parking issues. Continue developing and implementing a neighborhood parking permit program to provide residents with on-street parking availability. Fox Hills Second Annexation and Zoning (Second 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 (Second 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. Legislative Policy Agenda Adoption (consent) o Each year the Council reviews, updates, and adopts a Legislative Policy Agenda ahead of the Colorado General Assembly legislative session. The Policy Agenda helps guide action on bills that may impact Fort Collins. High Performing Government-7.9 Proactively influence policy and legislative development at all levels of government regulation. NOVEMBER 21 GID NO Annual Appropriation Ordinance (Second Reading) o Appropriate the 2018 Budget for General Improvement District No. 1. NOVEMBER 21 SKYVIEW GID 2018 Annual Appropriation Ordinance (Second Reading) o Appropriate the 2018 Budget for Skyview General Improvement District No. 15 NOVEMBER 21 URA 2018 Annual Appropriation (Resolution) o Appropriate the 2018 Budget for the Urban Renewal Authority High Performing Government 7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the community. NOVEMBER 28 ADJOURNED MEETING Yearly evaluation of Municipal Judge CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 5

6 NOVEMBER 28 WORK SESSION Metropolitan District Policy Changes (Part 2) 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 2 will emphasize potential policy changes for council s consideration. Neighborhood Livability & Social Health-1.5 Guide development compatible with community expectations through appropriate planning, annexation, land use, historical preservation and development review processes. DECEMBER 5 COUNCIL MEETING 4406 Seneca Street Group Home Appeal o Consider an appeal of the Planning and Zoning Board decision denying a request for modification standards for a group home. Forming Midtown Business Improvement District (BID) (Second Reading) o Review and consider the Midtown Business Improvement District petition for organization. Economic Health-3.6 Enhance the economic vitality of our community. Salary Ordinances for City Manager, City Attorney and Municipal Judge (First Reading) o Consideration of ordinances amending the compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney and Municipal Judge. High Performing Government 7.1 Provide world-class services that meet the needs of the community. Downtown Smoking Ordinance o Propose changes to the downtown smoking ordinance consistent with direction received from Council at the August 22 Work Session. Neighborhood Livability and Social Health-1.7 Maintain and enhance attractive neighborhoods through City services, innovative enforcement techniques and voluntary compliance with City codes and regulations. DECEMBER 12 WORK SESSION Compatibility and Character Code Updates (2 hours) o Update Council on joint Planning/Historic Preservation work for establishing new design standards in the Downtown, as well as the NCB transition areas. This includes increasing predictability in the Land Use Code, strengthening compatibility/transition standards, and potential related re-zonings. The joint effort represents implementation and alignment of the Historic Preservation code review process and the recently adopted Downtown Plan and Old Town Neighborhoods Plan. Community & Neighborhood Livability-1.3 Direct and guide growth in the community through appropriate planning, annexation, land use and development review processes. City Plan Update o Update Council on the evaluation and findings of a City Plan report card detailing the implementation or outcomes from existing City Plan visions, goals, and policies. The report card will be used to help establish a baseline to understand how existing Plan elements will shape what the community looks and feels like over the next 10 to 20 years. High Performing Government 7.5 Broaden methods of public engagement to reach all segments of the community by giving additional consideration to diverse backgrounds, languages and needs. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 6

7 SALES AND USE TAX COLLECTION MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE SEPTEMBER SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR Month Year to Date Net Sales Tax Collected: 3.1% 1.7% Net Use Tax Collected: -32.8% -10.4% Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -4.2% -0.7% Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are down 0.7% and total $101.9M. SEPTEMBER SUMMARY OVER BUDGET Month Year to Date Net Sales Tax Collected: -3.4% -3.7% Net Use Tax Collected: -10.8% 11.1% Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -4.5% -1.4% Year to date, the City has collected 1.4% less sales and use tax revenue, totaling $1.4M under budget. CAPITAL PROJECTS CITYWIDE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program Estimated Project Budget: $1.1M Estimated Completion Date: Ongoing This project maintains a complete City sidewalk inventory, identifies sidewalk inadequacies, and develops a prioritized work program to achieve goals of promoting walking for transportation and recreation. Upcoming project locations: No work scheduled at this time. To date approximately 54,648 SF of sidewalk has been repaired/installed along with upgrades to 74 accessible ramps. Current projects: Staff is developing the 2018 Pedestrian Improvement Program and respective bid documents. Alta Vista sidewalk along Vine is 95% complete. More information is available at CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 7

8 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 Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018 Design of a new arterial roadway that connects existing Suniga Road, from Blondel St. to College Avenue. Project team currently working through preliminary design, rights of way legal descriptions, holding adjacent property owner meetings and reviewing previous associated designs. Staff is also looking at existing and needed utilities. 30% design plans and estimate anticipated fall DOWNTOWN RIVER DISTRICT IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Federal Grants/Local Funds/DDA Funds Estimated Project Budget: $1.4M Estimated Completion Date: 2021 The goals of this project are to provide various design and construction improvements within the Downtown River District. The project is focused on obtaining environmental clearances for planned improvements along Jefferson Street between College Avenue and the Mountain/Lincoln Intersection. The project will also design plaza improvements at the northern corner of Willow Street and Linden Street. 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. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 8

9 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 Estimated Completion Date: 2018 This project will construct pedestrian improvements along North College between the Larimer & Weld Canal (City limits) and State Highway 1, including pedestrian bridges crossing the canal. 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 Estimated Completion Date: November 10, 2017 Status: Under Construction near 100% complete This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes improvements along Lincoln Avenue between 1 st Street and Lemay Avenue. 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. The project is near 100 complete with only a couple of punch list items remaining. An area drain has been installed near 1st and Lincoln to mitigate possible yard drainage issues at 100 1st street. An agreed upon 6 privacy fence is being installed at Lincoln and 1st Street with some trees and scrubs being removed to accommodate the new fence. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 9

10 LINCOLN CORRIDOR PROJECT POUDRE RIVER BRIDGE TO 1 ST STREET Funding Source: BOB 2.0 Estimated Project Budget: $5.4m Estimated Completion Date: November 10, 2017 Status: Under Construction near 100% complete This phase of the overall Lincoln corridor plan includes replacement of the Poudre River bridge and road between the bridge and 1 st Street. 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. The project is near 100 complete with only a couple of punch list items remaining. Column and bridge rail caps are in place. A crosswalk has been added at Willow. Hydro-seeding the area under the bridge and near the Poudre trail will complete the punch list. 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: $7.25M Estimated Completion Date: December 2018 This project will construct intersection improvements to address safety and congestion problems. Issues were identified in the Arterial Intersection Prioritization Study, completed in Project is complete with 30% design. The process of procuring a contractor has started. The plan is to have contractor on board by the beginning of 2018 to begin discussing construction phasing and impacts. ROW discussions with affected property owners have begun. The plan is to be at Council at end of November for ROW approval. More information is available at fcgov.com/horsetoothandcollege/ CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 10

11 VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG), Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF) Estimated Project Budget: $22M Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2021 The existing Vine and Lemay intersection, which includes the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway crossing, is severely congested with limited options to expand through or turn lane capacity due to land use constraints. Staff presented a project update at the October 24 Council Work Session 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 recently kicked-off the 60% design plans for realigned Lemay Avenue and the proposed bridge More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-lemay DRAKE AND LEMAY TURN LANE IMPROVEMENTS Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Arterial Intersections) Estimated Project Budget: $600k Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2018 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, and meeting with adjacent property owners 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 early 2018, with construction of the improvements in the fall of 2018 CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 11

12 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN GRADE SEPARATION STUDY Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (Bike / Pedestrian Grade Separated Crossing Fund) Estimated Project Budget: $80k Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018 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 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 currently updating maps of existing grade separated structures, gathering projects costs for recently constructed structures, and identifying potential locations for new crossings The team has a half-day charrette scheduled in November to make field visits and to identify important variables for the prioritization matrix SHARP POINT/NANCY GRAY CONNECTION Funding Source: Street Oversizing Funds, Funds Appropriated through 2015/2016 BFO Process Estimated Project Budget: $1.2M Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018 The City Master Street Plan identifies Sharp Point Drive and Nancy Gray Avenue as connected across the Great Western Railroad tracks. This project will construct the roadway and pedestrian connection, and railroad crossing. 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 fcgov.com/engineering/sharppoint CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 12

13 RIVERSIDE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT Funding Source: Federal Grants and Bridge Funds Estimated Project Budget: $4.0M Estimated Completion Date: December 2018 The project will replace the structurally deficient bridge over Spring Creek, and raise Riverside Avenue out of the 100 years flood level at the bridge location. This project is coordinated with Utility s Spring Creek Restoration Project. 30% plans set completed. CLMOR review is in progress. LEMAY CULVERT EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT Funding Source: Bridge Funds Estimated Project Budget: $800K Estimated Completion Date: May 2018 The Warren Lake Outfall culvert failed late August The structure needs to be replaced by spring 2018 before the start of irrigation season. Selection of structure type is in progress. HARMONY AND STRAUSS CABIN SIGNALIZATION Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee Fund, developer contribution Estimated Project Cost: $800K Estimated Completion Date: Summer 2018 Status: In design A signal at Harmony and Strauss Cabin road is warranted with the implementation of the Harmony 23 development. Design and construction of north bound auxiliary turn lanes on Strauss Cabin will be completed by the developer in conjunction with this signal project The project team is working through preliminary design options CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 13

14 The construction start date will be dependent upon right-of-way acquisition and utility relocation on the north portion of the intersection Final design and public outreach will occur in early 2018, with construction of the improvements summer of 2018 CAPITAL PROJECTS PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CRESCENT PARK Funding Source: Neighborhood Parkland Fund Estimated Construction Cost: $2.5M Status: Under Construction Estimated Completion: Soft Opening winter, 2017, Grand Opening spring, 2018 Crescent Park is a 7 acre neighborhood park located in the heart of the Maple Hill neighborhood. Construction for the park began this fall, and is anticipated to complete this winter. Due to the completion of the park in winter, a soft opening will be planned with a larger Grand Opening event next year, after the bushes and shrubs have been planted and take root. Upcoming Work: Earthwork and utilities LONG VIEW TRAIL Funding Source: ConTrust Fund, Federal TAP grant, GOCO grant Total Project Cost: $3.5M Estimated Fort Collins Construction Cost: $2.2M Estimated Completion: Summer, 2018 Park Planning and Development is working in collaboration with the City of Loveland and Larimer County on the construction of this trail. This 4.4 mile stretch of trail will connect the City of Loveland to the City of Fort Collins Upcoming Work: Trail construction anticipated to begin at the end of fall, 2017 CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 14

15 CAPITAL PROJECTS UTILITIES EAST HARMONY DUCT BANK Funding Source: Development Fees Estimated Project Budget: $4,000,000 Status: Estimated Completion Date: End of 2018 Three Phase Project: Phase 1 is in design, Phase 2 is complete, and Phase 3 will be completed by the end of Route identification is 100% complete on Phases 1, 2 and 3. Design is in progress for Phase 1. Construction of Phase 3 began April 10, 95% complete Installation of two vaults and tie in conduit delayed until Fall Waiting for water table to lower. Phase 2 is complete Vault Installation COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CIRCUITS AND DUCT BANK PROJECT Funding Source: Development Fees Estimated Project Budget: $2,804,340 Status: Under Construction 2.2 miles of duct bank and two new circuits from the Linden Substation to Colorado State University. Drake to Lake Duct Bank is complete Cherry Street duct bank from College to Howes is under construction; should be complete by the end of November Howes/Laurel duct bank is complete The Vine Drive duct bank is complete Circuits will be complete by the end of 2017 Vault Installation CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 15

16 DWRF UV DISINFECTION PROJECT Funding Source: Wastewater Estimated Project Budget: $5,900,000 Status: Under Construction Estimated Completion: November 2017 The Drake Water Reclamation Facility has used chlorine gas for disinfection since it s opening in This project replaces the gas with a Wedeco Duron UV system. Construction also includes building construction, yard piping, and non-potable water disinfection replacement. Upcoming Work: Performance test of the UV system Site work, flat work, asphalt, and landscaping DWRF SLUDGE STRAIN PRESS REDUNDANCY Punch list work in the UV building electric room Funding Source: Wastewater Estimated Project Budget: $1,520,000 Estimated Completion: 3 rd quarter of 2018 This project consists of replacing the existing sludge strain press, as well as installing a second press for redundancy. The sludge strain press is a critical piece of equipment for the DWRF solids process. The existing press has been in service for over 17 years. Upcoming Work: Equipment procurement 90% design Existing strain press NECCO PONDS AND BACKBONE PHASE I Funding Source: Storm water Estimated Project Budget: $3,100,000 Status: Under Construction Estimated Completion: End of 2018 The Northeast College Corridor (NECCO) is a storm drainage improvement project that includes the NECCO Regional Detention Pond at Redwood and Suniga that outfalls into a storm sewer box culvert located north of Vine Drive from Redwood Street east to the Lindenmeir Lake Outfall. Additionally, a 12 waterline was constructed along the future Suniga Drive right-of-way from Redwood Street to Lemay Avenue. Upcoming Work: Coordination with Engineering s Dry Creek Culver project Straw and seeding in the Vine Pond CLOMR Amendment, 404 Temp Crossing, and No Rise Certificate to be submitted in coming weeks CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 16

17 UTILITIES UPDATE WATER RESOURCES AND TREATMENT Halligan Water Supply Project has received seven letters of support to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including a Congressional Letter of Support from U.S. Senator Bennet, U.S. Senator Gardner, and U.S. Representative Polis. Meeting with Corps scheduled for Nov. 8. WATER ENGINEERING AND FIELD SERVICES The UV disinfection project at the Drake Water Reclamation Facility was completed and on-line. The project replaces chlorine gas disinfection of wastewater effluent which provides for a higher level of safety. LIGHT AND POWER Light & Power Crews completed Phase II of the Harmony Duct Bank. This phase of the project installed on two large steel casing bores under the railroad tracks near Timberline. Launched electric meter maintenance program. Light & Power is partnering with Utility Partners of America (UPA) to exchange electric meters. UPA personnel will be onsite starting the week of October 23 and is targeting the week of October 30 to begin exchanging meters. CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS Completed a successful year of the Sprinkler Audit Program, especially with the expanded offering of audits to the water districts in the GMA. There is a commitment from Fort Collins Loveland Water District to increase participation by 25% in The Xeriscape Incentive Program saw a 144% increase in participation from the pilot year, with over 50,000 square feet of landscape transformed into water-efficient xeriscape. Partnership with Xcel Energy through the Partners in Energy program creating a model for IOU and municipal utility partnership. Scheduled for staff report at Council on December 19. PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY Strategic Planning On Oct. 31, 2017, Poudre Fire Authority engaged roughly 70 people in a community stakeholder session to garner feedback for development of the 2018 Strategic Plan. Participants representing the general public, business partners, political groups, public safety partners and more provided input on serviceprogram priorities, expectations and concerns. This feedback was then used by PFA staff members who took part in a three-day (Nov. 1-3) workshop, facilitated by Center for Public Safety Excellence representatives, to develop PFA s future-oriented and community-focused work, as outlined in the 2018 Strategic Plan. Oct. 8 Fatal Fire Update Following a time-intensive and scientific process, Poudre Fire Authority investigators determined the cause of a fatal Oct. 8 house fire to be accidental. Investigators say the fire s heat source was the spontaneous heating and combustion of improperly stored oil-soaked rags. These were used by a contractor hired to stain the back deck at the single-family home, at 4512 Idledale Drive in Fort Collins. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 17

18 This tragic event serves as a reminder to people to always properly store and dispose of rags, brushes or other tools used for staining or painting. Read more at: Oct. 15 Aspen Mobile Home Community Event Following a September fire in a mobile home at the park, at 400 S. Overland Trail, PFA employees and Colorado State University social work students teamed up to host an education and outreach event in the mobile home community. Participants installed smoke and carbon monoxide alarms; documented/addressed social-service-related needs of residents (children need school supplies, family needs to connect with the Food Bank, etc.); and cleaned up trash that posed/poses a risk to residents and firefighters alike. One social work student in particular took on a strong leadership role, donating use of her family s trailer to transport trash and paid for associated landfill fees; her brother, a handyman, also donated his services to help with community home repairs. For her work and the work of many others, PFA is truly appreciative. Oct. 21 Fatal Fire Update A Poudre Fire Authority investigation found that a fatal Oct. 21 fire in a Fort Collins condominium was accidental. Investigators, following a time-intensive and scientific process, determined the fire started in the kitchen, where a pot of cooking oil caught fire. While it was difficult for investigators to determine exactly what transpired early that morning, it is clear that cooking fires remain among the most common fires to which PFA firefighters respond. These fires are preventable if people are mindful of the following general safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association. Read more at: POLICE SERVICES Crime Prevention This month, the Crime Prevention Specialist had 31 telephone calls ranging from talking to Target (west) loss prevention on why the number of police calls have increased to their store to working with a contractor whose work site is having chronic false alarms. Safety Fairs and Classes taught had 1137 in attendance. Classes included the biannual Landlord Class that is put on by Neighborhood Services and the annual community helpers for the Little Bears Pre-school ( What Cops Do ). Here s the breakdown on activities in October: Neighborhood Watch, Legacy Senior Apts, 10 attended Preparedness Expo at the Ranch, 700 attended Neighborhood Watch, Fossil Ridge/Werner area, 46 attended Landlord Class, 35 attended Community Helpers, 40 attended Difficult People, Streets Dept., 90 attended RESTORE, 38 attended Drug Take Back, 178 vehicles Presentations to 1,137 People, 31 incoming calls Homicide & Officer-Involved Shooting Suspect Linked On October 1, 2017, Fort Collins received a call regarding a suspicious circumstance at America s Best Value Inn at 1809 N. College Avenue. The caller said he heard a loud noise and a hole appeared in the ceiling above him. Fort Collins Police officers responded and attempted to make contact with the suspect, later identified as Newman. Newman opened the door wielding a firearm and an officer fired his CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 18

19 duty weapon, striking and killing the suspect. The 8th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) was activated to investigate the officer-involved shooting. On October 4, FCPS officers responded to the residence of Sherri Allman residence to conduct a welfare check requested by neighbors. When officers arrived, they observed several suspicious factors and entered the residence to investigate. Ms. Allman was found deceased in her home. The Larimer County Coroner determined that she had been stabbed. It is estimated that she was killed on or around September 28, Detectives later determined that George Newman was responsible for Ms. Allman s death (officers were unaware of the homicide when Newman was contacted on October 1). After reviewing the CIRT investigation, the District Attorney ruled that the officer s use of lethal force was justified. Police Investigate City Park Ave Homicide On October 19, 2017 at 1:57 a.m., Fort Collins Police responded to a call of multiple shots fired near 720 City Park Ave. When officers arrived, they discovered four people with gunshot wounds, one of whom was identified as suspect. Three of the four people died as a result of their injuries. The Larimer County Coroner identified the victims as Savannah McNealy, 22, and Tristian Kemp, 26. The suspect was identified as Michael Zamora, 30. A fourth female was injured in the shooting and was transported to Medical Center of the Rockies for treatment. Through the course of the investigation, detectives learned that the four people had been out socializing together with a larger group on the evening of October 18. The three victims took a rideshare back to 720 City Park Avenue in the early hours of October 19. A short time after they arrived at the apartment complex, investigators believe Zamora shot the victims and ultimately himself. A handgun and two rifles registered to Zamora were recovered at the scene. Our hearts are with the victims, families, friends, and all affected by this tragedy. Drug Take-Back Day On October 28, Fort Collins Police hosted a Drug Take-Back event to help the community dispose of unwanted medications safely. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a team of FCPS employees operated a convenient drive-thru in the parking lot. A total of 178 vehicles came through, dropping off a grand total of 1,897 pounds of medications. FCPS maintains a drug disposal program throughout the year, and residents can also drop off medications for safe disposal at the FCPS lobby counter during open hours. Tip-a-Cop Fundraiser On October 21, Fort Collins Police participated in the semi-annual Tip-a-Cop fundraiser. This event benefits the Special Olympics, raising money for athletes and programming throughout the region. Officers and civilian employees joined Special Olympics Ambassadors to bus tables and chat with diners. A total of $2,600 was raised! CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 19

20 BUILDING AND PLANNING ACTIVITY PROJECTS OF NOTE-STATUS AND UPDATES City Plan An interactive game has been scheduled for Nov 2 at the Community Issues Forum to discuss housing mix and residential growth. Work is underway to develop a snapshot of Fort Collins in Preparation has begun for an exhaustive community engagement process that commences in early Lincoln Corridor Plan Neighborhood Project Implementation Of the ten funded neighborhood projects, six are complete and four are ongoing The neighborhood artwork (including wayfinding), and Streets Facility park enhancements are being managed by City staff in various departments Transformer cabinet in Buckingham Park community painting sessions took place Sidewalk updates and entrances in Alta Vista currently being worked on and looking to be complete in 2018 Mulberry Enclave Additional properties need to be annexed in order to 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) The Metro District election has been scheduled for November 7 th It has been determined that the development site has contiguity with the City s municipal boundary Downtown/Transition Area Compatibility Standards A work session between the City s Planning and Zoning Board and Landmark Preservation Commission has been scheduled for November 9th to review form-based Land Use Code compatibility concepts that implement Downtown and Old Town Neighborhoods Plan policies. Community engagement activities will begin in January 2018 to review potential code changes. Hughes Stadium CSU will soon begin deconstruction of Hughes Stadium and has discussed a possible annexation of the property into the City of Fort Collins during An RFQ/RFP process will begin in late 2017 or early 2018 followed by the analysis of submissions prospective developers and selection by the Board of Governors. Neighborhood Connections Fall session applicants moved to winter/spring sessions Expanded outreach underway for 2018 Winter session starts January 2018 two (2) Saturdays Spring session starts April 2018 Tuesday lunch hour CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 20

21 Continuing education classes for all participants begins January 2018 January Open House open to all residents Vibrant Neighborhoods Grant Committee assessed 15 applications for funding feasibility Applicants will be notified in November Neighborhood Services staff is working with City Attorney s Office, Purchasing, other city departments, along with neighborhood representatives to create and finalize formal agreements for each project Funds will be awarded by end of the year 2018 planning is in process with public roll-out planned for winter 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 Smoking Ordinance Expansion Options Efforts are underway to prepare for a Council work session on this item in November 2017 Enforcement continues in the Downtown Smoke Free Zone as time allows All efforts for additional receptacles and signage have been placed on hold pending discussion with Council in November 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 installed for all staff involved in development review Historic Preservation Code Review Clarion s white paper on Areas of Adjacency is being reviewed by the CAC and LPC. A Council Work Session is scheduled for April 10, 2018 to consider potential amendments to the Historic Preservation codes. A joint Planning/Historic Preservation Council Work Session is scheduled for December 12, 2017 to discuss proposed compatibility standards. Joint Historic Preservation and Recreation Department Grant Application for the James Ross Proving Up House at Lee Martinez Park The City was awarded $16,080 in federal funding. The scope of work has been finalized and the grant contract is being processed. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 21

22 YEAR TO DATE COMPARISONS 2016 YTD 2017 YTD % Change Development Project Submittals Rec d 274 Conceptual/Preliminary Design Reviews/Staff Reviews Performed Building Permits Issued 5,478 6,131 Building Permit Valuations ($M) $ $ Building Inspections Performed 23,613 26,310 Plan Reviews Performed 1,991 2, ,728 6,968 $ $ ,539 28,654 2,040 2, % -6.91% % -7.81% +4.56% % +8.98% -0.28% +8.16% +8.91% +2.46% +1.39% Overall development review revenues are $335,625 over projection for 2017 as of October 31st with Development Review over by $113,691 and Engineering Development Review over by $221,934. SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Leaves A Leaf Exchange message board is available where those who want to get rid of leaves can connect with those who need leaves to arrange for pick-up and e-delivery. Fugitive Dust With the wind picking up this fall, learn more about how the City, developers and others are working to control dust-generating activities to control off-property or off-vehicle transport of fugitive dust. Watch the video at fcgov.com/airquality/fugitive-dust. Utilities Formally launched the Building Energy Scoring initiative outreach with the first meeting of a Community Working Group and Utilities first use of the new OurCity online engagement tool (fcgov.com/besfeedback) SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY Human Relations Commission Will present Human Relations Awards December 5 followed by a Mayoral proclamation on Human Rights Day at 5:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers. On December 6, the HRC will host FoCo Speaks Out! starting at 6 p.m. at Bas Bleu Theatre, 401 Pine St. The event will feature people leading conversations on equity and diversity through Ted-talk inspired presentations, music and art. Free buffet to follow. CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 22

23 ECONOMIC HEALTH Small Business Saturday More than 92 percent of all Fort Collins employers are small businesses, defined by the City as those with fewer than 50 employees. Small Business Saturday is November 25, an effort encouraging residents to shop locally and help support small businesses and the Fort Collins economy. Assisting Business At its October 10 work session, City Council agreed staff should continue efforts to help businesses and the community connect to the Climate Economy, which aims to help the community achieve continued economic prosperity while also meeting greenhouse gas reduction goals. Council also supported developing a plan for improving engagement with businesses focusing on retention, expansion and incubation. COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE RECREATION Reduce Fee Updates and Outreach The Recreation Department is updating the Reduced Fee Program and has completed several public outreach programs. Major updates for reduced fee participants include: Access to online registration, unlimited program availability and unlimited facility visits with pass. Recreation staff presented the updates to the Parks and Recreation Board and Social Sustainability (both groups supported the updates). Staff also hosted 2 public outreach sessions (one at Northside Aztlan Center and one at the Senior Center). Invitations were sent to reduced fee participants and others. Over 40 people attended the sessions. A questionnaire was also distributed to the all Reduced Fee participants prior to the public meetings. Recreation plans to implement the updates this winter and will continue to work with community partners to share additional information with reduced fee participants. Recreation Collaborates with IT and Finance to Improve Efficiencies Recreation, IT and Finance staff led an effort to upgrade Recreation s time clock system. The new system interfaces with JDE and eliminates the need for manual time entry. Phase I of this project is approximately 95% complete and Recreation is already seeing several benefits. The group identified many inconsistencies and created Standard Operating Procedures to streamline the payroll process. Recreation s aquatic division has saved an average of 17 hours every payroll period. A PDCA is planned for early 2018 to evaluate the program. This innovative approach has helped Recreation stay focused on our primary goal of delivering outstanding recreational opportunities to the community. PARKS Mayor Wade Troxell Endorses 10-minute Walk to a Park Campaign Fort Collins Mayor Wade Troxell joined The Trust for Public Land, National Recreation and Park Association, and Urban Land Institute in launching a historic 10-minute walk parks advocacy campaign, establishing the ambitious goal that all Americans, and all residents of Fort Collins should live within a 10-minute walk (or half-mile) of a high-quality park or natural area. CULTURAL SERVICES FoCo Creates Arts & Culture Master Plan Update In October, the Cultural Services Department launched public outreach and engagement efforts. Three days of activities included the Leadership Council luncheon, 8 industry focus groups (PSD, History, CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 23

24 Museums, Special Events, etc.) and a reception presentation to the arts, culture, and creative community attended by over 100 people. A community questionnaire was launched on the City s engagement website (fcgov.com/fococreates) and will be up through December 15th. The arts consultant leading the project will return to Fort Collins in November for another round of community focus groups and conversations. 18th Annual ArtWear Fashion Show Fundraiser Cultural Services hosted the 18th ArtWear Fashion show at the Lincoln Center Friday October 20th, and it was very successful. The event generated over $31,000 in clothing sales. 60% of sales proceeds go to the contributing artists and 40% to support Lincoln Center art programs. Gary and Carol Ann Hixon were honored with a proclamation Tuesday 10/17 for volunteering their services for this event over the past 25 years. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT UPDATE Fall Community Issues Forum: Planning for Growth Together Thurs., Nov. 2, a the Senior Center, in partnership with Center for Public Deliberation Filled room to capacity with RSVPs for nearly 120 people Attendees worked in small groups to discuss growth in Fort Collins and used Legos to represent their own ideas and discussions Children built their own cities at the childcare area Recap 2nd Annual Bike Projects Fair, Oct. 26 at the Museum of Discovery, 75 attendees and featured corridor improvements, trail connections, bicycle education and much more Recreation Reduced Fee Program Outreach Several public engagement events including multiple featuring Spanish interpretation and resources Mediation & Restorative Justice Quarterly Open House, Nov. 1 Reduced Fee Program Proposed Updates Presentation: fcgov.com/recreation/pdf/reduced-feepresentation.pdf? Reduced Fee Program Updates Fact Sheet: fcgov.com/recreation/pdf/reduced-fee-factsheet.pdf? Upcoming Pint Size Conversations Civic Talks Series in partnership with New Belgium- How to Engage with the City workshop at New Belgium, Monday, Nov. 13, 6-8 p.m. (third in series) Strategic Plan Outreach Continues OurCity platform featuring project, presentations and events include: Harmony Public Library, Vida Sana Coalition, High school classes, LLACC, and many other through and customized outreach CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 24

25 Residential Parking Permit Public Meeting, Thurs., November 9th, 6 p.m. City of Fort Collins Community Room, 215 N. Mason CITY MANAGER S UPDATE 25