MANAGER S REPORT AUGUST 26, Accolades

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1 Accolades AUGUST 26, 2014 Broomfield Awards & Achievements FINANCIAL REPORTING AWARD For the 23 rd consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded Broomfield the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the city s 2012 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). MANAGER S REPORT Each year, state and local governments submit their CAFRs for review as part of the Certificate Program. Approximately 5% of cities, 16% of counties in the nation, and 17% of cities, 29% of counties in Colorado have received this award recently. The Certificate Program, established in 1945, is designed to recognize and encourage excellence in financial reporting, including clarity, comparability and completeness of the financial information presented. Participation in the program and receipt of the award demonstrates Broomfield s commitment to full disclosure of financial information. CIRSA RECOGNIZES BROOMFIELD S LOSS PREVENTION EFFORTS At the Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency s (CIRSA) annual meeting on June 18, Broomfield was honored with a Property/Casualty Loss Prevention Award. To receive this award, Broomfield had to show a significant decrease in property/casualty insurance claims from the previous year and receive a score of 90 or more on the annual loss prevention audit. For the 2013 audit Broomfield received a score of 106. Only 10 of more than 240 CIRSA members were presented with this award. Representatives on the Safety Committee are appointed from Broomfield s various departments, including Chairperson Michael Stangoni, Chippy Cianci, Chris Olson, Craig Hoffman, Gayle Yeo, Helene Lanzer, Jan Graham, John Rothrock, Joleen Reefe, Josh Vaughn, Justin Kent, Karen Gerrity, Krista Rhode, Matthew Glenney, Melissa Kennington, Melody West, Robert Olds, Robin Schmalzbauer, Rosemary Novotny, Sherry Kyle, Steve Gonzales, and Suzanne Smith. Committee alternates include: Kent Davies, Rick Moltzen, Sven Evelsizer, Stacy Stroh, Vickie Mauri, David McCullough, Caleb Davis, Sean James, Joyce Newberry, Carolyn Johnson, Matt Gulley, Eric Ingalls, and Jill Lutz. EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNMENT TV PROGRAMMING For the eighth time in nine years, the City and County of Broomfield has placed in the top three in the nation for Excellence in Government TV Programming by the Government Programming Awards (GPA s). Celebrating over 25 years of programming excellence, the annual GPA s recognize excellence in broadcast, cable, multimedia and electronic programming produced by local government agencies. Broomfield competes with one of the smaller budgets and staff size in the $200K & Under budget category, yet still places in the top 3 consistently. Videos that will pick up Top 3 honors (1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd place) are: Recycling in Broomfield is up for an award in the Community Awareness category and the Public Education category. In the Works: Household Hazardous Waste Event, documenting the E-waste and bi-annual hazardous waste drop-off, is up for an award in the Public Education category. Some thing is Going on at The Bay!, a PSA promoting the new totpool features at the Bay with a bit of silliness, is up for an award in the Use of Humor category. View Broomfield s videos at CITY & COUNTY MANAGER S REPORT AUGUST 26, 2014 AGENDA ITEM 13(A)

2 CITY & COUNTY MANAGER S REPORT AUGUST 26, 2014 AGENDA ITEM 13(A) Youth Engagement Events and projects with Broomfield area youth SISTER CITIES UPDATE The Broomfield Sister City Delegates were in Japan visiting our sister city Ueda through Aug. 11. The six teens and three chaperones had a wonderful time popgoplug.com visiting temples, meeting with the civic leaders, and participating in recreational activities including a trip to the Sea of Japan. See pictures at GO FOR THE GOLD GYMNASTICS CAMP Broomfield Recreation Gymnastics completed the Go for the Gold summer gymnastics camp, on Friday, Aug. 8, Parents came for the last part of class to watch their kids perform their new skills learned in the threeday camp at the Paul Derda Recreation Center. This year, the class had 70 registrations, and the annual summer camp grows in attendance each year! BROOMFIELD SPECIAL OLYMPICS Broomfield Special Olympics Golf team competed July 26 in the regional tournament in Lakewood. Broomfield Special Olympics softball team competed July 26 in the regional tournament in Longmont. Broomfield Special Olympics bocceball competed July 21 in the regional tournament in Boulder. TEEN COUNCIL The Broomfield Teen Council has been busy with community service! On Aug. 11, the Teen Council volunteered at A Precious Child, helping with the Fill-A-Backpack program. In addition, the council helped at the Mini-Mini Haha Triathlon on Aug. 17. On Wednesday, Aug. 13, ten Teen Council Members attended the Jared Polis Broomfield Town Hall Meeting. 1 st Row L to R: Kristyn Fudge, Charlotte Frisk, Lauren Plomer; 2 nd Row L to R: Travis Frese, Declan Green, Maiya Mindoro, Emma Gee, Mirella Davis, Bailey Bradford Service is a major aspect within the Teen Council and displayed in this year s motto: Get Inspired Get Involved Make a Difference! Community Engagement ONE BOOK ONE BROOMFIELD The 2014 selections, Blood Memory and Chief Left Hand, are both by Boulder author Margaret Coel. One Book, One Broomfield is a city-wide reading and discussion program that encourages citizens to read the same book at the same time to create a shared sense of community through literature. Meet Author Margaret Coel on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Broomfield Auditorium. 7 p.m. Author talk 8 p.m. Book signing

3 CITY & COUNTY MANAGER S REPORT AUGUST 26, 2014 AGENDA ITEM 13(A) Community Engagement, continued BROOMFIELD DAYS Sept. 20, 7 a.m. 5 p.m. at Midway Park This annual community festival is packed with activities including a 5K race, a clown contest, a parade, a trade fair, a craft festival, food booths, three stages of entertainment, a variety of demonstrations, and great community spirit. This is an opportunity for local organizations to raise money. The Hazel Miller Band will be on the Main Stage at 3 p.m. this year, and the Mayor and City Council will be in the City and County booth, (space: Yellow T/U, on the South side of the park.) Visit Broomfield.org/BroomfieldDays for more information. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT This year s National Night Out event held at the Broomfield County Commons on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014 was once again a popular community event! See the trending section of this report to see how Broomfield engaged on social media. The celebration featured a variety of demonstrations from city departments, as well as police and North Metro Fire Rescue District. The Recreation booth focused on water safety; Kids were able to go fishing for a water toy, and parents received a bag full of Aquatics information and other swag. Live fire, car accident extrication and K-9 demonstrations, a Flight for Life helicopter, big trucks in which little ones could climb around and more were all part of the evening, which also included a food collection for Broomfield FISH. BROOMFIELD WORKFORCE CENTER TITLE JULY JOB CLUB ATTENDANCE LinkedIn and Job Search 33 Winning Resumes 24 Power Words for Job Search 21 Hidden Job Market 17 Application Process 15 Staples 12 TITLE ATTENDEES JULY WORKFORCE CLASS ATTENDANCE The Best Ways to Job Search in Today s Market 12 Resume and Cover Letter Class 8 Developing Your 30-Second Speech 8 Exploring Possibilities 7 Stress Management 7 Intensive Interview Class 6 Mock Interview 5 Myers-Briggs Career Workshop 4 WORKFORCE CLASSES An opportunity to learn about today s job strategies. JOB CLUB A weekly opportunity to network with other job seekers and learn about today s job strategies. ATTENDEES JULY HIRING EVENT ATTENDANCE EMPLOYER Elwood Staffing 53 CMG 29 LaborWorks 21 Turning the Corner 17 First Transit 6 Bestway Insulation 4 May Trucking 4 The Senior Hub 3 ATTENDEES HIRING EVENTS A monthly opportunity to network with other job seekers and learn about today s job strategies.

4 CITY & COUNTY MANAGER S REPORT AUGUST 26, 2014 AGENDA ITEM 13(A) Economic Development RIBBON CUTTINGS FOR NEW BROOMFIELD BUSINESSES Welcome to this new Broomfield business. Join them for their ribbon cutting ceremony and stop by to welcome them to our City and County. See for more information. Farmers Insurance - Skul Agency: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2014 Broomfield Chamber Trending Topics our community is talking about Facebook Fire Demo 65 LIKES 2,628 PEOPLE REACHED 972 VIDEO VIEWS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Amazing fire demo by North Metro Fire and Rescue quickly went viral. View video - Twitter National Night Out 1,124 PEOPLE REACHED 72 CLICKS, RE-TWEETS, FAVORITES Cultural Events PUBLIC ART: Artist Tom Cross in the Gallery: July 3 through Aug. 29 at Colorado Mosaic Artists: Bits and Pieces Gallery Reception: Sept. 4, 6 p.m. EVENTS: Broomfield Depot Speaker Series: through Oct. 1, 1 st Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Broomfield Grange; Admission: Free Railroad Stories: Tracks across Colorado and Broomfield Wednesday, Sept. 3 CU Jazz Series: Remembering Woody Herman. Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Audi Admission: $5 attheaudi.com broomfield.org/gallery Visit for more information and to view upcoming Auditorium events.

5 CIP Status Report.. This is the update for the month of August for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. A financial table is presented for each project under construction shown in the report. The Amount Spent to Date in the financial tables for each project is based upon information through August 1, Council has been receiving these informational reports on a monthly basis since July PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION DRY CREEK VALLEY SANITARY AND STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, BROOMFIELD LANE EXTENSION, AND UPTOWN AVENUE LANDSCAPING Status: Under the Dry Creek Valley Business Center Filing No. 1 Development Agreement, as a term for the conveyance of land to Broomfield, Broomfield became responsible for design and construction of sanitary and storm sewer improvements in Uptown Avenue and Broomfield Lane to support the Dry Creek Valley Apartments, just south of the Arista subdivision. In order to achieve proper grade on the sanitary sewer system, a line was extended to connect the sanitary sewer line in Uptown Avenue to an existing manhole by the 1STBANK Center. Council approved a construction agreement with United Western Construction, Inc., on January 14, 2014, and the utility work was completed in May. In In conjunction with this development, Broomfield is also responsible for extending Broomfield Lane south of Uptown Avenue and installing temporary landscaping (trees, native seeding, and irrigation) along the south side of Uptown Avenue from west of the temporary 1STBANK Center parking lot to Parkland Street. Broomfield will also construct an eight-foot sidewalk along the south side of Uptown Avenue. On April 22, 2014, Council approved a construction agreement with Hoar Construction, LLC, for the extension of Broomfield Lane and the Uptown Avenue sidewalk adjacent to the Dry Creek Valley Apartments property. The Broomfield Lane extension is scheduled to be paved in early September Sidewalk construction along Broomfield Lane and Uptown Avenue will be coordinated with Dry Creek Valley Apartments. Once the sidewalks are completed, trees and native seed will be installed along Uptown Avenue; and trees, shrubs, and turf will be installed on the east side of Broomfield Lane. Dry Creek Valley Sanitary and Storm Sewer Improvements, Broomfield Lane Extension and Uptown Avenue Landscaping Financial: Current Budget $926,950 Committed Costs $739,205 Amount Spent to Date $449,520 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $187,745 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete (Utilities) 100% Percent Complete (Roadway) 15% Completion Date September 2014

6 BATTING CAGE RENOVATION Status: The 2014 CIP budget includes funding to renovate the Batting Cage Facility located in the southeast corner of Community Park. The batting cages were built in 1999 and are experiencing frequent closures and excessive repairs due to worn parts. The renovation of the facility will include a complete replacement of all current equipment and controls plus an improved pitching system to five of the seven stalls, increasing the efficiency and profitability of the facility. In addition, all netting will be replaced with new UV protected netting, and the existing lighting system will be upgraded to the Control Link remote on/off system to be consistent with the rest of Community Park s facilities. A pre-project review was presented to Council on March 25, 2014, for approval to proceed. Proposals for the equipment were obtained and the lowest bid for the equipment was for $91,635 from Automated Batting Cages, Inc. Council awarded the purchase of the equipment from Automated Batting Cages, Inc., on May 13, The Control Link lighting system upgrade occurred in July and the replacement of the batting system equipment began in July and will be completed in early August Financial: Batting Cage Renovation Current Budget $124,500 Committed Costs $111,738 Amount Spent to Date $100,385 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $12,762 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete 75% Completion Date August 2014 THE BROOMFIELD DEPOT: PHASE 1 FOUNDATION REMEDIATION Status: The Broomfield Depot is a historic railroad depot building constructed in 1909, which was relocated to its present site (2201 West 10th Avenue) in 1976, and opened as a museum in Restoration of the Depot building is necessary to provide adequate protection for its collections and to make the museum safe for staff, volunteers and visitors. In March 2013, Slaterpaull Architects completed a Historic Structure Assessment (HSA), documenting considerable distress to the foundation and deterioration of exterior doors, windows, siding, and trim. The report provides recommendations to repair the original building s materials and features, and address structural issues in phases, while maintaining the historic integrity of the building. The top HSA recommendations were prioritized into two phases. Phase 1 is foundation repair; and Council conducted a pre-project review on June 11, 2013, and directed staff to proceed.

7 Bids for Phase 1 were received in April and the low bid was $119,389. Council awarded a construction contract with Park Range Construction on May 13, The State Historic Fund completed a review of the Phase 1 construction documents for compliance with their standards, and granted approval with only minor comments. Construction started on June 16, 2014, and is scheduled to be complete in October Financial: Broomfield Depot: Phase 1 Foundation Remediation Current Budget (Phase 1 & 2) $309,171 Committed Costs $167,034 Amount Spent to Date $37,775 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $142,137 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete 40% Completion Date October 2014 MIDCITIES SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS Status: In May 2012, Collins Engineers, Inc. (Collins), completed a sanitary sewer system study for the Midcities Subdivision. The report recommended improvements to increase sewer capacity in portions of West Flatiron Crossing Drive, Flatiron Boulevard, and Zang Street to accommodate the proposed mixed-use development. The existing sewer main is eight inches in diameter and was installed at the minimal allowable slope. With the addition of new residential development in the area, sanitary sewer flow projection models indicate the capacity is undersized using Broomfield s design peaking factors (factors of safety). No wastewater spills have been observed in the area; however, it is recommended to increase the capacity of the system at the critical locations before additional development connects to the system. The project will increase the diameter of two sections of sewer pipe from eight inches to 12 inches. The increased pipe size will accommodate all future projected development serviced by this sewer line. A construction agreement with E-Z Excavating, Inc. (E-Z), was approved by Council on April 8, E-Z submitted sanitary sewer bypass pumping and traffic control plans, and staff coordinated with the Flatiron Crossing and MidCities developments to allow temporary detours on portions of Zang Street, Varra Drive, and Interlocken Boulevard, which are private roadways. Night work began in early July and had to be suspended due to a substantial trench cave-in in West Flatiron Crossing Drive. Emergency repairs were completed, and the contractor remobilized the week of August 17, The pipe replacement method in West Flatiron Crossing Drive will be modified from open trenching to expansion of the pipe in place with pipe bursting. The pipe work is anticipated to be complete in early September. Concrete and asphalt replacement and landscaping restoration will continue through September 2014.

8 MidCities Sanitary Sewer Improvements Financial: Current Budget $521,063 Committed Costs $462,887 Amount Spent to Date $51,728 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $58,176 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete 5% Completion Date August 2014 WESTLAKE ENTRANCE IMPROVEMENTS WEST 132 ND AVENUE AND ZUNI STREET STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND ENTRANCE IMPROVEMENTS Status: The storm drainage improvement project replaced the existing grated drain across West 132nd Avenue with local inlets and a subsurface storm sewer draining to Alexx and Michael s Pond. The new drainage configuration will improve public safety and surface drivability at the intersection, while capturing storm runoff more effectively and reducing future annual maintenance by the Public Works Street Services staff. New Design Construction Company completed construction of the drainage improvements at the end of April The Westlake Neighborhood Plan adopted by the Broomfield City Council in May 2009 recommended a neighborhood entry sign and median landscaping enhancement in the West 132nd Avenue median at Zuni Street. A concept plan for entry improvements was designed by a landscape architect. It includes additional landscaping along West 132nd Avenue and Zuni Street which will be installed in the future. T2 Construction started construction of the sign foundation in early July Work was complete in early August. This is the final report for this project. Financial: Westlake Entrance Improvements Current Budget $166,381 Committed Costs $159,335 Amount Spent to Date $135,050 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $7,046 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete (Storm Drainage Improvements) 100% Percent Complete (Neighborhood Entry Sign) 100% Completion Date August 2014

9 2014 IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS Status: At 2014 CIP budget includes funding to renovate irrigation systems in Columbine Meadows South Park, Paul Derda Recreation Center, The Trails North and South Parks and to replace irrigation enclosures in 36 locations. For the past six years, Broomfield has completed citywide irrigation improvements using a designbuild process to replace portions of aging, deteriorated or failing irrigation systems and equipment throughout Broomfield. This annual program improves operation, water coverage, and maintenance of irrigation systems owned and maintained by Broomfield. The program reduces water waste from irrigation system breaks and old, inefficient parts, and decreases future annual maintenance costs. Bids from contractors were received in late May, and a construction agreement with T2 Construction, Inc., was approved by Council on June 10, Construction began in mid-august and will continue through September Financial: 2014 Waterline Replacement Project Current Budget $170,000 Committed Costs $107,005 Amount Spent to Date $30,337 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $62,995 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete 5% Completion Date September WATERLINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT Status: At the January 28, 2014 meeting, Council approved a construction agreement with Ricor, Inc. for the 2014 Waterline Replacement Project. The majority of the work for 2014 will occur in the Gate N Green subdivision. This design assist project allows the Utilities staff and the contractor to work together to design the waterline replacement in the field during construction minimizing design costs and allowing for field changes as needed due to existing unforeseen conditions. The project also includes updating the Denver Water Meter Vault at East Midway Boulevard and Zuni and waterline replacements in Commerce Street and Industrial Lane. The work on the Denver Water Meter Vault has been completed and the vault is operational. The work on Industrial Lane/Commerce Street is also complete. Work on the areas in Gate N Green began the first week of June on Irene Street. Staff from the CIP and Utilities divisions and the Gate N Green Board of Directors hosted an open house for the Gate n Green residents in April to provide information on the upcoming project and obtain consent to enter agreements needed from each resident in the work areas. The project is scheduled to be completed in September, allowing for street maintenance to be completed after the waterline project is complete.

10 2014 Waterline Replacement Project Financial: Current Budget $1,728,000 Committed Costs $1,034,029 Amount Spent to Date $496,756 Amount Remaining (Original Budget Committed Costs) $693,971 Project Schedule (Construction): Percent Complete 45% Completion Date September 2014 OTHER PROJECTS IN PLANNING AND DESIGN Anne Crouse Park Shelter Gazebo/Shelter Installation - $45,000 A 16-foot hexagonal picnic shelter with a steel frame and roof is proposed to be constructed in Anne Crouse Park. The shelter location has been sited to minimize visual impacts to properties adjacent to the park. Bids were received and a contractor was selected. A construction agreement with the lowest qualified bidder was approved by the City and County Manager. Due to the long lead time for the gazebo design and delivery, installation is anticipated to occur in fall Bronco Park Shelter Replacement - $66,000 In Bronco Park, a 20-foot hexagonal picnic shelter with a steel frame and roof is proposed to replace the two old 14-foot shelters in severe disrepair. The new shelter will be situated further from residences and will provide shade near the existing playground. A newsletter has been sent to area residents. A pre-project review memo will be presented to Council and will include a summary of comments received in response to the newsletter. Brainard Drive Relocation - $1,230,873 The West 120th Avenue Connection Phase 2 project will construct a bridge at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad tracks so the roadway can pass underneath the tracks. Originally, the bridge was designed for three railroad tracks. One track on the bridge can be eliminated if the existing BNSF railroad siding is relocated to the northwest. Relocation of the BNSF railroad siding will benefit Broomfield by reducing traffic backups at the Nickel Street and 120th Avenue crossings when trains pass. BNSF also prefers to have their siding relocated away from these roadway crossings. To do this, the Brainard Drive connection to Industrial Lane will have to be relocated near the intersection of West Midway Boulevard/Industrial Lane and East Flatiron Circle. This roadway relocation is the responsibility of Broomfield, though it will be funded with state railroad safety funds. Council approved a consulting agreement with Muller Engineering for this relocation project at the December 4, 2012, City Council meeting. Design was substantially completed in May All necessary agreements and easements have been approved by BNSF and a cost proposal to relocate the power lines has been received from Xcel Energy. A final design review meeting with the Colorado Department of Transportation was held April 3, The PUC has approved the relocated railroad crossing. Final easement documents from Boulder County Open space and RTD were received and CDOT has issued Right-of-Way Clearance. Prairie Dog relocation was completed in July. Electrical utility relocation is underway and will be completed at the end of August. CDOT has cleared the project for construction. An invitation to bid was advertised on August 18, City Council award is anticipated for September 23, 2014.

11 Broomfield Depot: Exterior Restoration (Phase 2) - $126,105 The Broomfield Depot Phase 1 - Foundation Remediation is currently under construction. Phase 2 is rehabilitation of exterior doors, windows, siding and trim. Council conducted a pre-project review in June 2013, and directed staff to proceed. In April, Council approved the State Historic Fund grant contract for $94,578 followed by The State Historical Fund acceptance. The design for Phase 2 has begun, and it is anticipated that design will be complete in late July and the bid process should be complete in early fall. Health and Human Services Facility $16,444,916 Council approved funding for design and construction of a new Health and Human Services Facility to be located at 100 Spader Way, which was formerly the Bakhtiary property. Council approved a design agreement with OZ Architecture, and a property purchase agreement in March 2014 for the project. Broomfield closed on the property in mid-may. OZ has completed the program verification and schematic design. Council reviewed the Concept Plan on July 29, 2014, and provided overall positive feedback. Staff issued a Request for Qualifications and a Request for Proposals for a contractor to participate in cost estimating and value engineering during the design process. The selected contractor will be asked to submit a Guaranteed Maximum Price proposal for construction of the facility. An agreement for preconstruction services with the selected General Contractor/Construction Manager will be presented August 26, Lowell North Project (East Midway to W. 136th) - $5,138,000 The Lowell North Project envisioned in 2006 would complete Lowell Boulevard from East Midway to West 136th Avenue. The specific new elements consist of constructing a two-lane arterial roadway section with bike lanes and center raised landscaped median; dedicated turn lanes at the intersections where warranted; replace or complete missing and sub-standard segments of curb, gutter and sidewalk; landscaping of the east side of the road between curb and sidewalk; bury any existing overhead utilities; and install stand-alone streetlights. Beginning in March, Merrick Engineering began the design process for this project. The design is at a 50% level of completion and all operational divisions have reviewed the initial plans and made suggestions for improvements for the final design. In August and September the project team will be finalizing concepts for detention and water quality treatment for the project, begin contacting and negotiating with property owners for needed rights-of-way and easements, and finalizing agreements with Xcel Energy to relocate and bury its overhead power lines. It is anticipated that construction plans will be completed in December and be ready to bid in early Lowell South Project (120th to East Midway) - $8,174,000 The Lowell South Project consists of three major improvement areas. This project will complete the full four-lane road section and landscaping improvements between West 120th Avenue and East Midway Boulevard. Additionally, Lowell Boulevard will be raised above the Nissen Channel between West 120th Avenue and 121st Place, and a new combined drainage and pedestrian trail underpass will be constructed. This project will also coordinate with, and provide design for, the CDOT intersection improvements at West 120th Avenue at Lowell Boulevard. Utility Relocations: All required preconstruction overhead utility relocations by Xcel, Comcast, Zayo, and CenturyLink have been completed. The utilities are repositioned to new underground locations and are operational and all utility poles were removed in July. CDOT West 120th Avenue and Lowell Boulevard Intersection: CDOT S contractor Jalisco International began construction work at this intersection in mi-june. Initial phases of work concentrated on setting up the temporary signals and safety barriers necessary to complete the work. The project will work primarily on the south side of 120th completing work on storm sewer and drainage structures and road widening through September.

12 Lowell Boulevard West 120th Avenue to East Midway: Broomfield is finalizing the construction plans easements and Army Corp permitting for the Lowell South and Nissen Channel work. Broomfield applied for an Army Corp 404 permit in June. The Army Corp completed their initial internal review of the permit in July. The Army Corp must forward the permit application on to the Colorado State Historical Preservation Office (SHIPO) to review the project s potential impacts to the Metzger Farm property. Once SHIPO receives the permit it could take an additional days to receive their comments to the permit. The construction documents will be bid in August. A construction agreement will be brought to Council in September and, if approved, construction would start soon after the Army Corp Permit is approved. The road and drainage infrastructure construction on Lowell Boulevard will have many phases of work and is anticipated to take 15 to 18 months. McKay Lake/Lambertson Farms Regional Park & Open Space Design - $1,380,000 The McKay Lake/Lambertson Farms Open Lands Master Plan (Master Plan) area is located northeast of West 138th Avenue and Zuni Street. It is 43.8 acres of undeveloped McKay Landing and Lambertson Farms open lands parcels next to the City of Westminster s McKay Lake Open Space. The McKay Landing Subdivision paid $1,381,083 as cash-in-lieu in 2006 as part of their development agreement for a regional park and open space on the western edge of McKay Lake. Expenditure of the funds is not limited to McKay Landing parcel improvements. A Master Plan Concept was developed after several joint meetings with OSTAC and PRAC, with additional feedback from the City of Westminster. The estimated cost for the proposed improvements to build out the entirety of the plan is $4.68M. Based on direction provided at the June 16, 2013, City Council Study Session, staff worked with OSTAC and PRAC to recommend an initial phase of the highest priority improvements that could be provided with the $1,381,083 paid by the developer. The Phase 1 Improvement Plan (Phase 1 Plan) concept and budget was presented at the February 4, 2014, City Council Study Session. Council directed staff to proceed with a public open house, which was held on March 20, 2014 Public comments from 220 residents were summarized at an OSTAC meeting on April 24, 2014, and a PRAC meeting on May 7, A traffic study and parking analysis are underway, and the findings are scheduled to be presented to OSTAC and PRAC in September. Adjustments may be made to the proposed Phase 1 Plan, and the committees recommendations and public comments will be summarized in a Council Study Session memo. The remainder of the improvements in the Master Plan Concept will be programmed into the Capital Improvement Program at Council s discretion. Any public discussion of the project will make it clear that funding for the entire plan is not appropriated and is subject to future consideration. Paul Derda Recreation Center Indoor Playground Renovation Project - $219,000 At the July 8, 2014, meeting, Council approved a contract with Playtime for the renovation of the existing indoor playground located within the Paul Derda Recreation Center. The indoor playground is over 10 years old and has not been significantly renovated or upgraded since originally installed. The original equipment and flooring cost $175,000 when it was installed over 10 years ago. The entire structure is showing signs of wear and has undergone numerous repairs. Recreation staff has completed as many repairs as possible. Areas of concern include foam blocks that are crumbling due to age and use, safety netting that is in need of replacement, and the slide which has developed an un-repairable crack. Numerous pieces have been removed from the structure as they have worn and failed. Certain areas are no longer in compliance with ADA guidelines. Staff has finalized the design with Playtime and fabrication of the features is currently underway. Several of the smaller pieces have been completed. The indoor play area is scheduled to close for construction in early September for approximately three weeks.

13 Preble Creek Parkway Parallel Parking - $170,000 The Adams County 2014 SEF Fund budget has funds allocated to construct on-street, parallel parking in front of the Prospect Ridge Academy along Preble Creek Parkway. A pre-project review summary was presented to City Council on June 10, The project was advertised with bids due August 14, An agreement will be presented on August 26, Construction is anticipated to occur from mid-september to mid-october. US 36 Landscape Vision and Conceptual Plan Design - $68,400 DTJ Design was hired to develop an overall concept/thematic landscaping plan for the US 36 corridor. A general assessment of the existing conditions has been completed. Staff is working with DTJ to refine details for the concepts at the entrances to Broomfield and the interchanges for review and comment by the City Council. Zuni Chlorine Station Remodel Project - $1,500,000 A pre-project review of the Zuni Chlorination Station Remodel Project was presented to Council in February. The CIP budget included $1,500,000 to remodel the existing chlorine station, located along the south side of East Midway Boulevard west of Zuni Street. This facility is used to re-chlorinate the Denver Water supply before it enters the Broomfield water distribution system. The station protects the public health by ensuring the potable water supply does not contain harmful bacteria. The station has several safety and maintenance issues and a 2010 survey of the site, completed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, recommended improvements. A request for qualifications from design-build firms was issued and qualifications were received in late April. Staff reviewed the qualifications and selected three designbuild teams or firms to participate in the proposal and interview. Staff has selected Filanc, Inc., and Council approved the agreement at the August 12, 2014, meeting. A kickoff meeting will be held in late August. 96th Street Bridge Assessment - $533,000 The bridge-rail, pedestrian fence and monuments on the Interlocken Loop/Northwest Parkway Bridge (also known as 96th Street Bridge) are in need of maintenance repairs. Martin/Martin prepared a condition assessment report and a conceptual repair report. Staff is working on the preparation of bid documents for this work 120th Avenue - Gateway Improvements - Bury Power Line/ Replace Lights - $720,000 The north side of 120th Avenue between Tennyson Way and Lowell Boulevard contains existing overhead power lines and pole mounted street lighting. This project will remove the overhead power lines and power poles, and bury the power lines. New stand-alone street lighting will be installed to replace existing power pole mounted lighting. Xcel Energy has completed designs and cost estimates to complete this work and, due to operational requirements, needs to expand the undergrounding project 1,000 feet north on Lowell Boulevard and break the project into the following two projects: 120th Avenue - Lowell Boulevard to Perry Street: Xcel Energy completed the installation of new underground power lines and removal of all overhead lines and poles along this section of 120th. Xcel completed this work in June ahead of CDOT beginning road construction. 120th Avenue - Perry to Tennyson Way: Broomfield completed the purchase of the final necessary right of way parcel in early June. Xcel began construction June 15, Xcel has coordinated construction activities with all businesses owners to minimize disruptions to their operations. Xcel has completed 90% of the underground work and will be switching to the new lines in September during cooler temperatures. Comcast will begin relocation efforts in September. It is anticipated that all work will be completed and all of the utility poles removed by the end of October.

14 2014 Playground Replacements Project - $386,450 The 2014 CIP budget includes funding to replace outdoor playgrounds at four locations; Bronco Park Playground, Davis Street Playground, Willow Run Playground and Willow Park North Playground. For the past 12 years, Broomfield has completed playground replacements using a request for proposal process to replace playgrounds that have safety, maintenance and accessibility issues throughout Broomfield. A pre-project review was presented to Council in April for approval to proceed. A request for proposals was issued and proposals were received in late April. Staff reviewed and has selected proposals for the four playgrounds. Council approved an agreement with Triple M Recreation for the Willow Run Playground and equipment fabrication is underway. Staff will be scheduling the installation for September. Council approved an agreement for Davis and Bronco Park playgrounds with Burke Recreation at the August 12, 2014 meeting. Staff will be finalizing the design and fabrication of the equipment will begin in September. The Willow Park North playground equipment pricing is under $75,000 and therefore can be approved by the City and County Manager. Construction is anticipated to occur in late summer and early fall Trail Projects: A pre-project review of two proposed 2014 trail projects was presented to Council on May 13, Council directed staff to proceed. Bids were received June 6, 2014, and a construction agreement with the lowest responsive bidder, Goodland Construction, Inc., was approved by Council on June 24, Work will begin in late summer and be completed in the fall. Neighborhood Connection Westlake Trails Widening $170,000 Approximately 2,725 feet of existing concrete trails in park and greenbelt areas between Trails South Park and Westlake Middle School are proposed to be replaced with a wider eight-foot trail. Realignment of the trail along the west side of the Trails South Park pond is also proposed to improve public safety and drainage. The existing trail frequently floods and ices over due to its close proximity to the pond. A newsletter depicting the existing trails proposed for widening and realignment was mailed to residents abutting the park and greenbelt areas. No public opposition was received in response to the newsletter. Regional Trail Wadsworth Trail Replacement Adjacent to Ball Corporation Offices $216,500 An existing eight-foot wide, 1,648 L.F. trail along the west side of the Wadsworth Parkway (State Highway 121) public right-of-way from State Highway 128 to Metro Airport Avenue, is scheduled to be replaced. The trail was constructed more than 35 years ago and has become unusable for walkers and bikers due severe cracking and heaving. In several locations, the trail grade exceeds ADA Accessibility Guidelines. Those trail segments would be realigned to flatten the grade and improve public safety and maintenance. As development increases in the Arista area, it is anticipated citizens in the vicinity will want to use the trail to access the U.S. 36 bikeway and businesses in Interlocken. This trail will also connect to a proposed trail south of Metro Airport Avenue to the Jefferson Business Park. Preliminary design is also underway for a third trail project: Broomfield Trail Lowell Boulevard to Sheridan Parkway (Segment 6, Phase 2) $425,000 The Broomfield Open Space, Parks, Recreation, and Trails Master Plan shows the alignment of the Broomfield Trail, which includes a regional trail to be constructed from Lowell Boulevard to Sheridan Parkway. A 10-foot wide concrete trail with a three-foot soft surface shoulder is proposed to extend 4,635 feet from Lowell Boulevard along the north side of Community Ditch, continue between the Wildgrass subdivision and Glasser Reservoir, and tie into an existing trail just south of the Sheridan Parkway underpass. A newsletter depicting the proposed trail alignment was mailed to the Wildgrass HOA, Holy Family High School, and Wildgrass, Wilcox and Silver Leaf residents adjacent to the proposed project. A Wildgrass resident with property north of Glasser Reservoir contacted staff and recommended the trail segment north of the reservoir be crusher fines to minimize visual impacts to the adjacent residents.

15 A public open house was held on April 17, 2014, for this trail, and the segment of trail north of Glasser Reservoir was depicted as crusher fines. The proposed trail alignment was presented to the Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC) on April 24, 2014, and several Wildgrass residents spoke in opposition to a trail north of the reservoir. It was recommended staff consider an alternate trail alignment to the south of Glasser Reservoir. During the public comments portion of the May 13, 2014, Council meeting, several residents presented a preferred trail alignment east of Glasser Reservoir. Three alternate trail alignments and associated cost estimates will be presented to OSTAC at the August 28, 2014, meeting. A majority of the trail construction for these three projects will be design-build. Gorton Scott Engineering, LLC, will provide survey and design as needed for minor drainage improvements associated with the work and to ensure new trail grades will meet ADA guidelines. Summary The next update will be provided to City Council in September. Newsletters and updates are sent to residents adjacent to projects throughout the duration of the projects. For additional information on the CIP projects, visit the City and County of Broomfield s website, or contact the City and County Manager s Office.