City Park Tomorrow
Engagement on City Park Tomorrow has concluded. For more information on City Park projects, visit fcgov.com/parkplanning/cityparktomorrow(External link).
For multiple generations, City Park has been a special place where a rich diversity of people gather, recreate, create memories, and connect with nature and others in meaningful ways. As the park has aged, it has adapted to meet changes in community needs over time. A voter-approved and funded ballot initiative to make improvements to aging community parks allows for improvements to City Park to be made.
A master plan for refreshing the park over time was developed based on significant input over the past four years from the community, City Council, and the Parks & Recreation Board. Using existing funds, the City Park Restroom project will include a new main restroom and sidewalk improvements. The City Park Restroom is the only improvement currently funded at City Park.
To view the approved October 2019 Master Plan click on the photo to the right under "Photo Gallery."
This site serves as a resource to the Fort Collins community to keep informed about City Park Tomorrow and to weigh in on its future.
For multiple generations, City Park has been a special place where a rich diversity of people gather, recreate, create memories, and connect with nature and others in meaningful ways. As the park has aged, it has adapted to meet changes in community needs over time. A voter-approved and funded ballot initiative to make improvements to aging community parks allows for improvements to City Park to be made.
A master plan for refreshing the park over time was developed based on significant input over the past four years from the community, City Council, and the Parks & Recreation Board. Using existing funds, the City Park Restroom project will include a new main restroom and sidewalk improvements. The City Park Restroom is the only improvement currently funded at City Park.
To view the approved October 2019 Master Plan click on the photo to the right under "Photo Gallery."
This site serves as a resource to the Fort Collins community to keep informed about City Park Tomorrow and to weigh in on its future.
Engagement on City Park Tomorrow has concluded. For more information on City Park projects, visit fcgov.com/parkplanning/cityparktomorrow(External link).
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The Restroom is Open!
Share The Restroom is Open! on Facebook Share The Restroom is Open! on Twitter Share The Restroom is Open! on Linkedin Email The Restroom is Open! link19 May 2021The restroom project is complete and the facility is now open to the public.
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Construction to take Place this Weekend (1/9-10)
Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (1/9-10) on Facebook Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (1/9-10) on Twitter Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (1/9-10) on Linkedin Email Construction to take Place this Weekend (1/9-10) link19 May 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Construction for the new City Park restroom is planned for the following dates:
- Saturday, January 9
- Sunday, January 10
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
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Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/26-27)
Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/26-27) on Facebook Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/26-27) on Twitter Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/26-27) on Linkedin Email Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/26-27) link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Construction for the new City Park restroom is planned for the following dates:
- Saturday, December 26
- Sunday, December 27
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
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Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/19-20)
Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/19-20) on Facebook Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/19-20) on Twitter Share Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/19-20) on Linkedin Email Construction to take Place this Weekend (12/19-20) link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Construction for the new City Park restroom is planned for the following dates:
- Saturday, December 19
- Sunday, December 20
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
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S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, November 23
Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, November 23 on Facebook Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, November 23 on Twitter Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, November 23 on Linkedin Email S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, November 23 link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.During construction of the City Park Restroom Project, one lane of S. Bryan Ave. between W. Oak St. and City Park Dr. will be closed on Monday, November 23.
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Weekend Construction to Take Place 11/21, 11/28, and 12/5
Share Weekend Construction to Take Place 11/21, 11/28, and 12/5 on Facebook Share Weekend Construction to Take Place 11/21, 11/28, and 12/5 on Twitter Share Weekend Construction to Take Place 11/21, 11/28, and 12/5 on Linkedin Email Weekend Construction to Take Place 11/21, 11/28, and 12/5 link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Construction for the new City Park restroom is planned for the following dates:
- Saturday, 11/21
- Saturday, 11/28
- Saturday, 12/5
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
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Construction to Take Place Through the Weekend, 11/7 & 11/8
Share Construction to Take Place Through the Weekend, 11/7 & 11/8 on Facebook Share Construction to Take Place Through the Weekend, 11/7 & 11/8 on Twitter Share Construction to Take Place Through the Weekend, 11/7 & 11/8 on Linkedin Email Construction to Take Place Through the Weekend, 11/7 & 11/8 link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Construction for the new City Park restroom is scheduled to extend into this weekend on both Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
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S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, September 28
Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, September 28 on Facebook Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, September 28 on Twitter Share S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, September 28 on Linkedin Email S. Bryan Ave. Closure on Monday, September 28 link06 Jan 2021CLOSED: This discussion has concluded.During construction of the City Park Restroom Project, S. Bryan Ave. between W. Oak St. and City Park Dr. will be closed on Monday, September 28.
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City Park Restroom Project Starts September 4
Share City Park Restroom Project Starts September 4 on Facebook Share City Park Restroom Project Starts September 4 on Twitter Share City Park Restroom Project Starts September 4 on Linkedin Email City Park Restroom Project Starts September 4 linkThe City Park Restroom project will provide a new year-round restroom along with surrounding site improvements. Improvements include:
- Tree preservation and protection (no trees will be removed)
- Demolition of the existing main restroom
- Demolition of 1 picnic shelter
- Construction of a new main restroom
- New and enhanced sidewalk connections
- Improved accessible parking spaces
The construction area will be securely fenced off, just south of the Pottery Studio and north of the large playground. The segment of South Bryan Avenue between West Oak and City Park Drive will be closed periodically for short durations due to construction activities. The majority of City Park will remain open for public use during construction.
The anticipated construction duration is early September through the end of the year. Landscape plantings may be delayed until the spring of 2021, depending on weather conditions.
Future improvements, as illustrated in the master plan, may occur in multiple phases and when additional funds become available.
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In the News
Share In the News on Facebook Share In the News on Twitter Share In the News on Linkedin Email In the News link(External link)With $1.1 million price tag, Fort Collins City Park train faces an uncertain future(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: How should City Park change? Take a tour to weigh in.(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: You can help chart the future of FC City Park(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: Opinion-City Park 'refresh' plans put on hold(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: After being removed, here's what's next for the beloved City Park train(External link)
(External link)99.9 The Point: Is City Park in Fort Collins getting a makeover(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: Fort Collins plans major changes, new features at historic City Park(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: How City Park could be transformed(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: City Park's Future(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: Boardwalk, partial road closure among City Park proposals(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: City Park looks to the future(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: Fort Collins seeks public input on City Park(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: In the City-City Park is a historic treasure(External link)
(External link)Coloradoan: City Park has a full history, good future(External link)
Who's listening
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Phone 970-221-6303 Email jtorrey@fcgov.com (External link)
Photo Gallery
Timeline
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Building on Basics Ballot Initiative Passes
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stage2005
Voters approve a ballot initiative to make improvements to keep our parks useful, enjoyable, and attractive.
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Capital Improvement Ballot Initiative Passes
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stage2015
Voters approved a ballot initiative to bring back the City Park train in a new, expanded location in City Park.
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Community Outreach
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageMarch, 2016
Community meetings and events were held to share the history of City Park, how the park is used, project goals, and preliminary improvement concepts and to collect community feedback.
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Work Session
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageApril 26, 2016
At a work session, City Council’s discussion of park refresh included: reasons to update parks, a six-step park refresh process, preliminary budgets to refresh our four oldest community parks, and identification of City Park as a pilot for a park refresh.
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Master Plan Development
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageOctober, 2017- March, 2018
City staff worked with technical advisors to evaluate various improvements ideas. A preliminary master plan was developed based on prior work and community feedback. Community input on the preliminary master plan was collected at several meetings and online.
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Community Outreach
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageJune, 2018
Outreach efforts were conducted to refine the definition of and process for park refresh. Strategies included an online survey and in-person interviews throughout the community.
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Community Design Workshop
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageMarch 7 & 8, 2019
Club Tico, City ParkTwenty-nine community members participated in a 2-day community engagement design workshop to learn more about the history of City Park and to work in small groups to develop park improvement plans.
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City Park Tomorrow Open House, Stage 1
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageApril 10-13, 2019
Carnegie Center for CreativityAn exhibit showcased City Park's past, present, and future, including the park designs from the Community Engaged Design Workshop. Visitors were asked to share feedback on plans, as well as their City Park memories. -
Online Community Outreach
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageApril 10-June 3, 2019
The City Park Tomorrow exhibit is now available on this site so that the community can provide additional feedback on the park concepts. Please share your story on the Stories tab and provide feedback on the concepts through the survey.
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City Park Tomorrow Open House, Stage 2
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageMay 7-June 3, 2019
Fort Collins Senior CenterThe City Park Tomorrow exhibit traveled to the Senior Center so that the community could provide additional feedback on the park concepts.
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Design Workshop Follow-up
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageAugust 26, 2019
Design workshop participants will have an opportunity to provide feedback on park plan and phasing options.
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Video Update
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageSeptember 10, 2019
Watch a video update about City Park Tomorrow, from its history to the present, and learn more about next steps.
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Work Session
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageOctober 22, 2019
The City will host a work session with City Council to share feedback collected from residents and to share the park master plan and phasing options.
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Design of Phase 1 Project
City Park Tomorrow has finished this stageWinter 2019-Summer 2020
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Construction of Phase 1 Project
City Park Tomorrow is currently at this stageFall 2020-Spring 2021