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Fort Collins City Council Regular Meeting 7/21/26 07/21/2026
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Disability Advocates Demand Action on Accessibility and Inclusion in Fort Collins
Several speakers during public comment addressed issues related to disability rights and accessibility in Fort Collins. Advocates highlighted the systemic marginalization faced by people with disabilities, citing concerns about educational funding controlled by individuals with discriminatory views, the city council's past endorsement of officials who do not charge disability abuse as hate crimes, and ongoing issues with accommodative housing waitlists, construction contractors blocking sidewalks, and city employees blocking sidewalks. They urged the council to take meaningful action beyond proclamations to ensure a truly safe and accessible city, emphasizing the need for enforcement of ADA guidelines and prioritization of disabled individuals in policy-making. One speaker specifically questioned the city council's commitment to the ADA, referencing recent Justice Department clarifications that may reduce enforcement of the act.
Expert Urges Council to Prioritize Haligan Reservoir Over Costly NISP Project
During public comment, a resident and PhD ecologist, John Dave, urged the City Council not to abandon the Haligan Reservoir water supply project in favor of the Northern Integrated Supply Project (NISP). He argued that NISP has become a prohibitively expensive $2.7 billion project with rising costs, posing higher risks and uncertainties compared to the Haligan project. Dave emphasized Haligan's affordability, reliability due to senior water rights, and environmental responsibility. He also advocated for protecting the Poudre River, suggesting that focusing on Haligan would be more beneficial than pursuing NISP, which has historically faced opposition from certain groups.
Fort Collins Approves Funding for Transit Infrastructure and ADU Program
The City Council reviewed and approved on second reading an ordinance related to the Transit-Oriented Communities Infrastructure Program. This involves a supplemental appropriation from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) for the program. The council also approved a supplemental appropriation of grant funds from DOLA for the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Program. This program aims to encourage ADUs through fee waivers and pre-approved designs, with a discussion held regarding the use of climate tax funds as a match, ultimately supporting the initiative to enhance housing choice and environmental goals.
Resident Questions Financial Transparency and Budget Allocations on Consent Calendar Items
During public comment, a resident named Rich Dave questioned several items on the consent calendar, including a potential transfer of budget from lapsing to non-lapsing funds, raising concerns about whether this implied adding full-time employees (FTEs) and creating new departments. He also questioned the source and destination of funds related to an affordable housing association attached to the city and the overall financial transparency. Dave also raised questions about discrepancies in mileage fees for traffic violations and the significant difference between the market value and sale price for a property on North House. Additionally, he questioned the fairness and winner/loser dynamics in the city renting out water.
Fort Collins Council Approves Waiver for Orphaned Oil and Gas Well Cleanup
The City Council discussed and approved, on first reading, an ordinance to waive basic development review procedures for the Larimer County-led plugging and abandonment of orphaned oil and gas wells in Northeast Fort Collins. This waiver aims to expedite the cleanup process by reducing administrative burdens and allowing grant funds to be directly used for environmental remediation. The initiative is a result of a partnership between the city, Larimer County, and the state's Energy and Carbon Management Commission, funded by a $5.2 million grant, addressing long-standing community concerns about air quality and contamination from former oil and gas operations.
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