Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project Design
Thank you for your input! This webpage is now archived.
For information on this project moving forward, visit Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project(External link) and subscribe for project updates.
October 16, 2023 Final Design Update
This webpage was created to communicate the Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project design process with the public, serving as a repository for design development through public input and the design workshops held in June 2021 and April 2022. The Oak Street project design process has now come to a close and final construction documents are now completed.
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Thank you for your input! This webpage is now archived.
For information on this project moving forward, visit Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project(External link) and subscribe for project updates.
October 16, 2023 Final Design Update
This webpage was created to communicate the Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project design process with the public, serving as a repository for design development through public input and the design workshops held in June 2021 and April 2022. The Oak Street project design process has now come to a close and final construction documents are now completed.
City staff is in the process of hiring a general contractor for the work and construction is anticipated to start summer of 2024. With that, this webpage is now archived and will no longer be available for project updates.
Thank you to all the community and staff members that participated in the development of this project!
The design team has spent a great deal of time incorporating your thoughts, concerns, comments and great ideas wherever possible. We are very excited about starting construction and look forward to communicating with you again very soon!
Moving forward, please visit https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/oak-street-stormwater-improvements-project(External link) to subscribe for project updates for the Oak Street project construction.
November 15, 2022 Update
The timeline for the construction of the Oak Street project has changed. Originally, the project was planned to begin construction in early summer 2023, however, the project is now estimated to delay by approximately 12 months.
The reason for the schedule change relates to Utilities approach to funding this project. Initially we planned to internally fund this project through the rate payer’s revenue source and a 20-year debt issuance. Now, we will seek funding related to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Build Back Better, Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) and others. The approximate 12 month delay will allow for more time to research these federal funding opportunities.
We will post an updated project timeline when we understand more about funding eligibility and implementation of those funds.
April 28, 2022 Update
Thank you to all community members and staff who participated in the April 20, 2022 Design Review Workshops! The discussions were rich with critical questions and helpful feedback related to a variety of project design considerations. You may watch the review meeting recordings by clicking the links below. They may also be found in the "meeting Recordings" section of this webpage.
Afternoon design review meeting recording- click here(External link)
Evening design review meeting recording- click here(External link)
Overall design review meeting Summary(External link)
Overall design review meeting FAQs(External link)
At this point, no further design review meetings are expected. The design team will continue to refine its work, with final design plans expected this fall or winter.
With the design so far along, consideration of community feedback moving forward will be limited. However, you thoughts may be important to project progress and we would like to hear from you. Here are some options for you to share feedback:
- 1) Especially if you live or own property adjacent to the project, connect directly with the project manager to share feedback: Heather McDowell | Special Projects Manager | 970-416-8057 | hmcdowell@fcgov.com(External link)
- 2) Participate in the City's Budgeting for Outcomes process(External link), where the project's funding will be considered by City leadership.
- 3) As with any topic of interest you may have about the City, you may contact your City Council member (External link)directly.
April 15, 2022 Update
Updated design images are now available! See below for images of the four major intersections: Oak/Howes, Oak/Washington, Oak/Shields, and Oak/Jackson. See section "April 2022 Design Images" found on this webpage to view all improvement considerations.
Join the design team to review plans in detail and ask questions:
April 20 12p130p Virtual Design Review Meeting(External link) (registration closed- see meeting recording under "Meeting Recordings")
April 20 6p-730p Virtual Design Review Meeting(External link) (registration closed- see meeting recording under "Meeting Recordings")
Oak and Howes base improvements
Oak and Howes from the East
Oak and Washington base improvements
Oak and Washington from the East


Oak and Jackson base improvements
Oak and Jackson from the South West
Additional information, including in depth information from the June 2021 workshop series, can be found in the "NEWS FEED" tab below.
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Design Workshop Schedule
almost 4 years agoShare Design Workshop Schedule on Facebook Share Design Workshop Schedule on Twitter Share Design Workshop Schedule on Linkedin Email Design Workshop Schedule linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.The workshop is now complete, but we are still collecting feedback! Share your thoughts on the interactive map or by completing the survey in the "Engage" tab.
Design Meetings (BLUE) are focused on staff and key stakeholder input and discussion. The general public is welcome to attend and provide feedback.
Design Presentations (GREEN) will provide a summary of the findings from the daily design meetings. The general public is welcome to attend and provide feedback.
Meeting and Presentation Descriptions
Tuesday, June 22
- 10-11:30 a.m. Design Meeting - Kick-Off: Learn overall project information, establish workshop objectives and ground rules.
- 1-4:30 p.m. Walking Tour: Experience the project site as it exists today and imagine how it could look tomorrow.
- 6-7:30 p.m. Presentation - Overview: Learn about the planned project and related City priorities that also impact the project area. This information will be foundational for the proceeding day's design discussions.
Wednesday, June 23
- 9-11 a.m. Design Meeting - Area #1 Downtown Connection: Explore design issues related to the 200 and 300 blocks of Oak Street and the Oak/Remington/Canyon intersection.
- 1-3 p.m. Design Meeting - Area #2 Residential Core: Discuss design opportunities for the central project area from Meldrum Street to Shields Street and the Oak/Washington intersection.
- 3:30-5:30 p.m. Design Meeting - Area #3 Shields West: Review design ideas related to the areas between Shields and City Park including the intersections with Jackson Street and Shields Street.
Thursday, June 24
- 2-4 p.m. Design Meeting - Review Design Alternatives: City staff and key stakeholders will be asked to review the preliminary design alternatives and provide feedback.
- 6-7:30 p.m. Presentation - Review Design Alternatives: See the preliminary design alternatives and provide feedback to the design team.
Monday, June 28
- 2-4 p.m. Design Meeting - Review Workshop Findings: City staff from multiple departments will review the design refinements and discuss priorities for planned improvements.
- 6-7:30 p.m. Presentation - Review Workshop Findings: See the design refinements, priorities for planned improvements and provide feedback to the design team.
Who's Listening
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Phone 970-223-7577 Email amilewski@bhadesign.com (External link) -
Phone 970-221-6847 Email piengo@fcgov.com (External link)
April 2022 Design Images
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Oak/Howes Base (4.34 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Howes Enhanced (4.51 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Sherwood Base (1.84 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Sherwood Enhanced (1.84 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Whitcomb, Oak/Loomis Base (4.07 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Witcomb, Oak/Loomis Enhanced (4.12 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Grant Base (2.03 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Grant Enhanced (2.03 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Washington Base (2.28 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Washington Enhanced (2.28 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Mack Base (2.5 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Mack Enhanced (2.5 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Shields Base (2.07 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Shields Enhanced (2.07 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Scott Base (2.01 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Scott Enhanced (2.01 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Jackson Base (2.13 MB) (jpg)
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Oak/Jackson Enhanced (2.13 MB) (jpg)