Trained Observer Program – Percentage of Parks and Rec Fac Grounds Ratings With No Problems
Parks and Recreation Facilities are currently below target for Q2 2026. The primary contributing factor appears to be the timing and impact of frozen staffing positions. Parks, like much of the organization, has been operating with reduced staffing capacity, which has created challenges in maintaining balanced service levels across multiple sites. As a result, some locations have been more difficult to maintain at the expected standard, contributing to the lower ratings this quarter.
Natural Areas Programs - Cumulative Participation per Capita
This is a quarterly metric.
- In the second quarter of 2026, Natural Areas volunteers and staff reached 4,571 participants at 116 activities, exceeding the goal of reaching 3,104 people by 1,467 participants.
- Some unique and highly attended activities included The Poudre River Trail connection celebration with 238 participants, Poudre Library partnership to highlight the artwork of Explorer artists, Fort Collins Pride tabling event, and multiple stewardship activities such as National Trails Day.
- The Natural Areas Department continues to reach diverse audiences with a variety of engaging opportunities.
% of citizens responding very good/good - Quality of arts and cultural opportunities in Fort Collins
Recreation participant survey satisfaction