FPD Letter of Support

As the Chief of Police for the Town of Frederick and am writing to express my upmost support for the Town of Frederick to have its own independent Zoning Improvement Plan (ZIP) Code. I acknowledge that the Town currently shares ZIP Codes 80504, 80516 and 80530 with neighboring jurisdictions. However, the Town of Frederick has quickly expanded to one of the fastest-growing Towns in Northern Colorado. Establishing an independent ZIP code for the Town is vital to Frederick's growth. 

Towns and cities without their own unique ZIP Codes often face a range of negative consequences. These include reduced economic development opportunities, loss of sales tax revenue, elevated insurance premiums, and complications with tax remittance and commercial licensing. Additionally, public safety is often compromised, as emergency responders may experience delays or confusion, leading to slower response times. This is a particular concern for our community, as there have been instances where first responders have mistakenly gone to the wrong streets due to ZIP Code issues. 

In Frederick, over 4,000 households are assigned to the Longmont ZIP Code (80504), and more than 2,000 households have the Erie ZIP Code (80516). This situation has the potential to cause a conservative estimate of $1.5 million in lost sales tax revenue, as purchases made by Frederick residents are allocated outside our town 

Having a unique ZIP Code would provide numerous benefits, particularly in ensuring that the sales taxes paid by our residents are directed back into our community. It would also play a crucial role in helping Frederick build the infrastructure needed to accommodate future growth and meet the demands of our residents. 

Understanding that the lack of a definitive ZIP code impacts on the Town of Frederick identity, economic culture, and quality of life, I hereby support a new and independent ZIP code be specifically assigned to the Town of Frederick. 

Sincerely, 

Todd Norris

Chief of Police