In this issue of City News, you'll find out how to get a behind-the-scenes look at your local government, how to chat with staff about upcoming transportation projects and how to fill your calendar with cultural events!

Thanks for reading!

- Kelly DiMartino, City Manager

CityWorks 101 is a public education program where community members go behind the scenes with their local government. Students learn from City staff through discussions and presentations, meet the Mayor and City Manager, hang out with Councilmembers and explore City facilities during staff-led tours. 

2026 classes runs weekly, March 25-May 13. Applications close Feb. 20.

To participate, you must have lived within the Fort Collins Growth Management Area (GMA) for at least six months.

Here's what to expect on roads and trails in Fort Collins this month:

• Mountain Vista remains closed between Timberline and Giddings until May while crews replace a culvert beneath the roadway.
• Trilby remains closed at College Avenue until construction of the new College and Trilby intersection is complete in the spring.
• Fossil Creek Trail remains closed between Trilby and Carpenter Road while crews rehabilitate Stanton Creek.
• Lane shifts and closures are expected on Harmony, Lemay and Shields for street maintenance. Traffic will be impacted on Harmony between McMurry and Timberline, on Lemay between Horsetooth and Harmony, and on Shields between Laporte and Mulberry.

Registration for all recreation summer camp programs will kick off 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, online, in person and by phone. 

For the fastest service, online registration is highly recommended. Spots fill quickly, so mark your calendars!

Learn how the City is improving transportation at the 2026 Transportation Projects Fair at the Center for Creativity:

• Enjoy a self-guided tour noon to 6 p.m. Feb. 4-8.
• Chat with City staff 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb 6.

Whether you choose to go solo or connect with City staff, we're excited to share more details about the City's upcoming transportation projects!

Hop on your bike (or other wheels) Friday, Feb. 13, for this year's Winter Bike to Work Day! Swing by various stations for free breakfast and giveaways, all to celebrate cycling and community in Fort Collins!

Visit morning stations from 7-9:30 a.m. and afternoon stations from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

NextGenServe is a summer volunteer club for teens ages 13-18 that builds leadership and job skills through hands-on service across Fort Collins. Teens work alongside trained staff on meaningful projects, make new friends and explore future career paths while earning service hours.

Applications for this year's NextGenServe cohort are now open! Space is limited: Apply by Feb. 28.

The Lincoln Center has a mood for every moment, whether you're into the hype-worthy hip-hop of Versa-Style Street Dance or the brilliance of classical pianist Soyeon Kate Lee. From Cheyenne Jackson's powerhouse vocals to the electrifying rhythms of Goitse, Ireland's "Traditional Group of the Year," The Lincoln Center can meet your mood. One stage — endless vibes.

Typical libraries offer print books and digital e-books for check out, but The Human Library® allows participants — or readers — to borrow a human book and engage in conversations about their unique stories. The Human Library program creates a safe and non-judgmental environment for conversations that challenge preconceptions and promote understanding of differences. The program encourages all participants to "unjudge" a human book by its cover.

Over the coming months, Fort Collins Police Services (FCPS) will be repurposing space in the FCPS building for a new shared workspace for the FCPS Mental Health Response Team (MHRT) and the Homeless Outreach and Proactive Engagement (HOPE) team. This reflects a continued investment in FCPS's mission — Safety and Service for ALL — and a strategic partnership between these two teams that prioritize compassionate care for community members with unique needs. 

Cold winter air can trap pollution near the ground, affecting everyone's health — both indoors and outdoors. The good news… you can help!

Use fireplaces wisely: Burn only clean, dry, seasoned wood in well-maintained, EPA-approved fireplaces or stoves.

Skip candles: Consider simmer pots or other flame-free options to reduce indoor soot and pollution. 

Limit vehicle idling: Modern vehicles need only about 30 seconds to warm up — even on cold days.

In honor of Presidents Day, all City offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16.

Visit FortCollins.gov later this month for full facilities hours and closures.

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