Community Capital Improvement Program

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The Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP) quarter-cent tax has funded community amenities for more than 50 years and will generate an estimated $11 million annually from 2026-2035. Fort Collins voters renewed the tax in 2025.

Overview

Fort Collins has a long history of voter-approved sales tax initiatives to fund major capital projects. Starting in 1973 with a seven-year, one-cent tax that helped pay for the Main Library, Lincoln Center, City Hall and Mulberry Pool, these voter-approved sales tax capital programs have supported efforts to build the community we know and love today.

A quarter-cent tax equals 25 cents on every $100 purchase. Grocery purchases are exempt and the total sales tax rate will remain the same with voter approval. Revenue and project costs are in 2025 dollars with anticipated inflation built in over the 10-year period.

 

Pedestrian Sidewalk Program - $14,000,000

This project will provide annual funding to continue supporting the decades-long program to eliminate gaps in the City’s pedestrian network and improve ADA compliance.

Arterial Intersection Improvements and Streetscapes - $12,000,000

This project will provide an annual fund for improvements to arterial intersections and streetscapes, as prioritized by safety needs,  multi-modal infrastructure needs, alignment with existing plans and partnership opportunities.

Bicycle Infrastructure and Overpasses/Underpasses - $11,000,000

This project will provide annual funding for construction of grade-separated bicycle and pedestrian crossings across roadways and for the implementation of projects identified in the Active Modes Plan, Vision Zero Plan, and that help achieve 15-minute city goals.

Affordable Housing Capital Fund - $10,000,000

This project will provide funding to assist with the development of affordable housing through community partners and public or private housing projects. Funding can be used to establish an ongoing revolving fund to provide loans at a low-interest rate.

Mulberry Pool Recreational Replacement Support - $10,000,000

This project will provide a portion of anticipated funding needed to replace the existing recreational facility/opportunities currently provided at Mulberry Pool.

Poudre River - River Health, Access, Parks and Trails - $8,000,000 and $20,000 O and M Funds

This project will leverage Parks, Stormwater, and Natural Areas goals and projects to enhance the Poudre River and access for residents. The focus area is north of Lee Martinez Park and west of College Avenue.

Composting Infrastructure - $7,000,000 and $20,000 O and M Funds

This project funding will be utilized to advance and scale community-wide composting efforts and infrastructure.

Downtown Parks Shop - $5,500,000

This project will provide a portion of funding for a new parks shop for maintenance crews which will result in an efficient, safe and consolidated workspace for people, vehicles, machinery and horticulture activities.

Community Bike Park - $5,000,000 and $15,000 O and M Funds

This project and funding can be utilized toward land acquisition, design and construction of a bike park facility.

Outdoor Pickleball Facilities - $4,000,000 and $10,000 O and M Funds

This project creates additional outdoor stand-alone pickleball courts to help meet the growing need in the community.

Nature in the City - $3,000,000

This project provides annual funding to protect access to nature which can include enhancing existing sites to provide native habitat and increasing species connectivity.

Transfort Buses and Stops - $3,000,000

This project will provide annual funding to make ADA improvements and upgrades at bus stops throughout Fort Collins and will support the local match needed to replace Transfort buses over the next 10 years.

Recreational Paved Trails - $2,500,000 and $10,000 O and M Funds

This project will provide funding to design and construct portions of trails identified in the City’s Strategic Trails Plan.

Construction Waste Diversion Equipment - $2,200,000

This project will replace large equipment over the next 10 years to advance construction and demolition waste and recycling/reuse goals of the City.

Historic Trolley Building Renovation - $2,200,00 and $10,000 O and M Funds

The project will stabilize the existing historic 1906 downtown trolley barn to a state that allows for consideration of potential programming, public-private partnership and public utilization.

Gardens on Spring Creek - Children's Garden and Infrastructure - $1,300,000

This project will renovate the 20-year-old Children’s Garden to enhance learning opportunities and contribute to event infrastructure upgrades.

Lee Martinez Farm Improvements - $1,000,000

This project will provide a shelter facility and greater ADA access throughout The Farm at Lee Martinez Park.

Timberline Recycling Center Improvements - $1,000,000

This project will provide a fire hydrant, restroom and enhanced safety features at the recycling center.