CR C&R 2 - Implement criteria and prioritization to manage assets and replace equipment that will revitalize parks and recreational facilities, as the planned build out of the parks and trails systems continues.
Recreation Programs - Total Cumulative Participation
We are on track and meeting target for this measure.
Natural Areas Programs - Cumulative Participation per Capita
This is a quarterly metric.
- In the second quarter of 2025, Natural Areas reached 4,814 participants at 131 activities. Natural Areas exceeded the goal of reaching 3,100 individuals by 1,714 participants.
- Some of the highlighted activities from this quarter included partnership activities such as the Xeriscape Garden Party and Diversify Whitewater.
- In addition, Natural Areas provided 25 unique stewardship opportunities to the public and reached 18 different schools within Poudre School District with hands-on, nature-based activities.
- Natural Areas continues to look for ways to reach new and diverse audiences with a variety of engaging opportunities.
Paved Trails - Cumulative Number of Visits
The cumulative number of visits to paved trails was above target in Q2 due to the additional trail miles added in 2025, community engagement and favorable weather. In addition, the Strategic Trails Plan was adopted in 2025 that will continue to increase miles and quality of the trails.
% of citizens responding very good/good quality of - Natural areas and open space
This is an Annual Metric
2024 Community Survey: 93%
- This measure is the % of respondents choosing "Very Good" or "Good" to the Community Survey question, “Please rate the quality of each of the programs or facilities listed below” and “Natural Areas and Open Space.”
- Fort Collins’ ratings were much higher than the Front Range and national average.
Natural Areas - Land Conservation - Acres per Capita
This is an Annual Metric
- Acres per Capita: 0.17
- The 2024 metric excludes 42,703 acres associated with Soapstone NA, Red Mountain OS and Hermit Park Open Space - including the following acquisitions: Soapstone Grazing Association, Roman's, SLB, Krafczik, Round Butte, Bernard, Gallegos, Zimmerman, Koehler, Noonan, Moore, Evans, Gallegos inholding, Hawk Canyon and Steputis, and Agilent Technologies.
- Calculation: 30,814 acres divided by 177,267 residents = 0.17