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Building

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1. Can I have a dumpster for remodeling?

Yes! However, dumpsters must be in your driveway or on your property. For emergency purposes, dumpsters must be out of right of ways, meaning alleys and roads. If a dumpster needs to be in the road, it is subject to ticketing and is at your own risk. 

2. I'm moving, can I have a POD or UHAUL Box?

For a private residential moves, you are able to have a POD or similar for up to 30 days. No permit is needed.  The temporary container needs to be on your property, in a driveway or yard, and out of right of ways, alleys and streets. If the container is in the street it is subject to ticketing. For more information on storage containers please refer to storage containers.

3. What roofing inspections are needed?

• Water and ice shield is required on eves and valleys.
• Inspections include mid roof and final
• Mid-roof inspection includes complete tear-off, all underlayment and flashing installed, and 25% to 75% of shingles required.
• If a mid-roof inspection is not done, a final inspection will not be performed. Roofing contractor will be required to tear off up to 25% of the shingles to complete the mid roof inspection.

4. When is a building permit not required?

View information on when is a permit required.

5. What about my construction office trailer?

A construction office trailer is a permitted use as long as there is an active building permit for the site. Please indicate where the trailer is on the site plan. If there is no active building permit, you will need to fill out a general construction permit for the trailer. If no permit is active, the permit fee is subject to doubling. 

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Chainsaws & Chuckwagons

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1. How long do the carvings take?

Carvers begin working on their log at 10 am on Wednesday, July 20 and must finish by 4 pm on Saturday, July 23.  

2. What time do the activities start?

Our carvers will arrive at Centennial Park to pick logs and start their carvings at 10 am on Wednesday, July 20. Carvers will continue their carvings all day through Thursday July 21, Friday, July 22, and Saturday, July 23. Check out our event schedule on the main page for more details.

3. When will the market vendors be there?

Market vendors will be at Centennial Park from 4 pm – 8 pm on July 22! If you like homemade soaps, jewelry, jams, and baked goods, take some time to browse through our booths. Our small town markets are a wonderful opportunity to support local business and find unique handcrafted items.

4. What happens to the carvings?

Carvings that are kept by the Town are spread out all around Frederick so that they can be visited and admired by all of the Town’s residents. If you would like to find a particular carving, check out our Arts In Public Places Map.

5. How do I get my own carving?

This event is all about the carvers! Chainsaw carving is an art combining modern tools (chainsaws) with the ancient art of wood carving. Our carvers depend on festivals and competitions to support their livelihood. You can support them by:

1. Visit carver booths to shop and purchase a unique wood carving.
2. Come to the quick carve auctions on Thursday and Saturday and bid on a quick carve. Go to the Town tent to sign up for a bid paddle. The quick carves start at 6 pm and carvers have one hour to create a one of a kind carving. Bid on a carving at the live auction that will take place in the park (near the carving area).
3. Meet the carver and purchase the masterpiece they are carving for the competition. You have four days to haggle with our carvers and finally buy that large wood carving for your property! How do I do this? Go to the event, watch the transformation and talk to the carver about your bid. Very important - review the Masterpiece Purchasing process!  The Town of Frederick Arts Commission will have the opportunity to outbid you. All bids will be finalized by the Town on Saturday, July 23 no later than 4 pm. Questions? Contact Jessica at 720.382.5512.

6. When can I vote for my favorite carving?

The public gets to vote on Saturday, July 23 from 12 pm to 6 pm only.

7. Are dogs allowed at events?

Yes! You can bring your fur baby on a leash. Please be aware events can be crowded and noisy. If your pup is hard to control or easily excited, Town events may not be a good idea.

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Code Enforcement

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1. Can I store my boat/RV/ATV on my property?

Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code regulates storage of recreational vehicles on private property. It states:

(1) As the owner or operator of any recreational vehicle or utility trailer, it is unlawful to park any such vehicle on any public right-of-way, including any street, alley or public parking lot, except during the loading or unloading of such vehicle when such loading or unloading is completed within seventy-two (72) hours of such parking. A recreational vehicle may be parked in a public parking lot or private parking lot when such parking is in conjunction with personal or official business at the location of the parking, but in no event shall such parking extend longer than twenty-four (24) hours. The owner or operator of a recreational vehicle parked for longer than twenty-four (24) hours in a public parking lot or private parking lot may be charged with such violation upon complaint of the property owner or when the interest of public health safety and/or welfare dictate the necessity of charging such violation.

(2) An owner or occupant of private property may park or store on such property one (1) recreational vehicle and one (1) utility trailer that he or she owns. Unless parked or stored in an approved structure, such vehicle and trailer may be parked or stored in the backyard of the property, screened from view from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way. One (1) such vehicle may be parked in the driveway of the property. No recreational vehicle or utility trailer may be parked in such a manner as to create a traffic hazard or block passage on the sidewalk or other right-of-way.

(3) No person shall use any recreational vehicle or utility trailer for storage.

(4) No person shall use any recreational vehicle or utility trailer for the operation of a business or residence, while stored or parked.

(5) No mobile home may be located permanently or temporarily in any residential area unless said area is zoned for the same. (Ord. 966 §2, 2008; Ord. 1049 §§1, 2, 2010; Ord. 1226 §1, 2016)

Section 8-42

2. How many dogs may I have on my property?

The Town of Frederick does not regulate the number of dogs a resident may have.

3. How many chickens and roosters may I have on my property?

Each single-family detached dwelling unit in the R-E, R-1, and R-2 zoning districts may have six (6) chickens on their property. You must obtain a permit if you choose to have chickens. Roosters are not permitted.

4. How many horses may I have on my property?

Please contact the Planning Department to determine the correct zoning of your property and work through the regulations to determine whether or not horses are allowed on your property.

5. Top Ten Code Frequently Asked Questions

View the Top Ten Code FAQs.

6. Who do I call to report problems with weeds, trash, and other code enforcement problems?

Please call the Frederick Code Enforcement at (720) 382-5700.

7. Who owns the tree lawn in front of my house and who maintains it?

In most cases, the tree lawn in front of newer residences falls within public right-of-way that is owned by the Town and often contains utilities such as water and sewer. However, even though that strip of grass is owned by the Town, the owner of the property that it abuts is generally required to maintain it. This kind of arrangement is common in most municipalities nationwide, and is generally non-negotiable.

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Emergency Preparedness

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1. Why should I register my information with CodeRED?

By registering your information with CodeRED, through www.weld911alert.com, you will receive emergency notifications from Weld County and/or your local law enforcement agency. These notifications will include severe weather warnings, missing children alerts (Amber alerts), law enforcement activity -- any incident in which residents in the immediate area and surrounding areas would need to take appropriate steps to safeguard life and property.

2. If I sign up for emergency notifications, will my information be sold or distributed?

No. The following is the Privacy Policy for CodeRED.
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Emergency Communications Network, LLC (ECN) values your privacy. The information we collect while you visit our website is designed to assist ECN in serving you when notifying you in case of an emergency. The data that you input onto ECN web pages is kept in ECN custody. It is kept confidential and we take reasonable and appropriate steps to protect the information that you share with us from unauthorized access or disclosure. We do not intentionally collect Personal Information from anyone we know to be under 13 years of age.
Your information may display on an authorized CodeRED user’s screen describing the disposition of calls sent to you through the normal use of the CodeRED system. This information will continue to remain in ECN custody and will not be released unless compelled to do so by a court of competent jurisdiction.
ECN Web sites and ECN operational service providers collect and use your personal information to operate ECN Web sites and deliver the services you have requested only. ECN does not sell, rent or lease this information to third parties.
ECN welcomes your comments regarding this Statement of Privacy or other services ECN provides. If you have any questions, please contact ECN by telephone, e-mail, or postal mail.
ECN does not sell, rent or lease its customer lists to third parties.
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3. When will I receive phone calls?

You will receive phone calls when the Target Notification system is activated and your address is within the geographic area chosen to receive the notification message. The Target Notification system will only be activated for emergency purposes and community notifications that may directly impact your safety.

4. How do the emergency notifications contact me if I move?

If you move after you have entered your information into the website you will need to go back into the website and re-enter your information with your new address.

5. What type of information is asked for when I register my information?

When signing up for CodeRED you will be asked for:
Location Details: including an address (home or business), city, state, zip
Contact information: name, phone numbers (mobile, TDD/TTY, Email
Alert Types: when you register your information with CodeRed, you are registering to automatically receive emergency notifications from Weld County. You may also opt in to receive notifications for weather warnings such as tornados, severe thunderstorms, flash floods and winter storm warnings when issued by the National Weather Service.

6. Can I register more than one phone number with CodeRED?

Yes. You can enter multiple phone numbers (landline, cellular, TTY, VoIP) in the CodeRED system. You may register as many phone numbers to an address as you wish. Sorry, pager numbers will NOT receive these calls, so please don’t use those as a secondary number.

7. Will I be solicited in any way by emergency notifications at the phone number that I enter?

No. You will only receive phone calls when the Target Notification system is activated and your address is within the geographic notification area chosen. The Target Notification system will only be activated for emergency purposes.

8. Will emergency notification system allow me to enter my telephone number more than once at different addresses?

No. The last address that you enter into the website will be the only location that your telephone number is associated with. Your telephone number can only be in the database once, at one location.

9. If I am in a location that is different than the address that I enter into the website, will I still be contacted if an emergency affects the address entered?

Yes. No matter where you are physically located, you will only receive calls for emergencies that affect the address entered into the website. So if you are on vacation in a different state you will still receive a phone call if the address you entered is affected by an emergency.

10. I’ve already signed up for emergency notifications from Weld County. Do I need to sign up again?

Residents who have already registered their phone numbers with the previous system will automatically have their numbers loaded into the new system. Existing users, however, are encouraged to create a user profile with CodeRED and make sure their information in the system is current.

11. I don’t live in Weld County, but my business is located in Weld County. Can I register my business information?

Yes. You are encouraged to register your business address and phone number in the CodeRED system. Because there are laws about calling more than one number associated with a business, please register the one number you want called if an emergency affects your business. Please make sure the number provided is one that actually gets answered by a person or answering machine, not an automated call processing system.

12. How will I know when the emergency message is from CodeRED?

When you receive a CodeRED Emergency message, you will see the telephone number 866-419-5000, and if you have signed up for CodeRED Weather Warnings, you will see the telephone number 800-566-9780 during weather events. If you would like to hear the last message delivered to your phone, simply dial that number back.

13. What is the CodeRED Weather Warning system?

Weld County has also contracted the CodeRED Weather Warning system, an automated weather warning technology that delivers phone calls, text messages, and emails to registered residents and businesses within the direct path of severe weather.
The CodeRED Weather Warning system is an opt-in service that automatically notifies those registered of tornado, flash flood, and severe thunderstorm warnings just minutes after an alert is issued by the National Weather Service (NWS).

14. Can I download an App for my smartphone?

Yes, CodeRED has an App available for both Apple and Android smart phones. Downloading the App is free.
This App also offers citizens the option to upgrade the App so they can receive National Weather Service severe weather notifications for where they travel throughout the U.S. This App upgrade costs private citizens $4.99 per year. Only the weather service upgrade costs citizens has a fee.
You do not need to purchase the App for emergency notifications within Weld County.

15. What are the terms and conditions of signing up with CodeRED?

1. Use of Service: Subscriber shall not directly or indirectly transmit, broadcast, redistribute, forward or deliver the Service or any part of the data, information, images or other products which constitute the service to any other person or entity, in any format, or by any means. In order to receive the free CRWW Service you must be a resident in the governing body that subscribes to the CodeRED Service.

2. Official Watches, Warnings, Advisories and Bulletins communicated to Subscriber are authored by the National Weather Service or related government agencies: The authoring agency is solely responsible for the content and accuracy of the information contained in the CRWW weather bulletins. IN NO WAY WILL EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (ECN), OR YOUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT THAT SUBSCRIBES TO THE CODERED SERVICES, BE HELD LIABLE FOR INCOMPLETE OR INACCURATE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN ANY OF THE RETRANSMITTED INFORMATION. CRWW SERVICE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED FOR DECISION-MAKING PURPOSES, NOR SHOULD IT BE RELIED UPON IN ANY WAY! CRWW AND AFFILIATED SERVICES ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY - USE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK! SUBSCRIBERS AND THIRD PARTIES ARE SOLELY RESPON- SIBLE FOR ACTIONS OR OMISSIONS RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF LIFE OR PROPERTY. In general, telephone communications are subject to numerous variables, and as such the dissemination of high volumes of high-speed automated calls typically cannot reach 100% of all desired recipients. By agreeing to these terms you, the subscriber, acknowledge that transmission of information via telephone is reliant upon conditions beyond ECN’s and your local government’s control; ECN, and your local government, do not warrant that the issuance of a NWS weather bulletin that covers a subscriber’s geographical location will result in a successfully connected call or in a delivered warning message to the subscriber. Subscriber acknowledges that the CRWW service is intended to be used as part of a comprehensive weather awareness strategy, which includes monitoring of other weather information media as well as the use of common sense.

3. Warranties: ECN, and the governing body that subscribes to the CodeRED services, makes no express or implied warranties regarding the CRWW Service including, but not limited to, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

4. Liabilities: ECN, and the governing body that subscribes to the CodeRED services, will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due in whole or in part to any cause beyond ECN’s reasonable control. In no event shall ECN, and the governing body that subscribes to the CodeRED services, be liable for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages; ECN AND THE GOVERNING BODY THAT SUBSCRIBES TO THE CODERED SER- VICES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO SUBSCRIBER FOR ANY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY BEYOND A REFUND OF SUBSCRIBER FEES.

5. Choice of Law -This Agreement, and the services provided thereunder, shall be construed and adjudicated under Florida Law without regard to any conflict of laws statutes. The parties hereby agree that the venue and jurisdiction of any dispute arising hereunder shall be in Volusia County, Florida.

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Engineering and Utilities

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1. Where do I find floodplain information/maps?

The Town of Frederick does not quote floodplain information.
080244 0001B
080266 0850C
080266 0863C
080266 0861C
080266 0960D

To view the above FIRM maps, please visit
FEMA.

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Finance

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1. How do I get a sales tax license?

Sales tax licenses and collections for the Town of Frederick are handled by the State of Colorado Department of Revenue. State of Colorado Department of Revenue

2. What is exempt from the town’s sales tax?

- Food for home consumption
- Machinery and machine tools
- Gas and electricity for residential use
- Renewable energy components

3. What is the town’s sales tax rate?

The sales tax rate for the Town of Frederick is 3.5%

4. What is the town’s mill levy?

The mill levy for the 2020 budget year is 6.555 mills.

5. Where can I find the Town Budget?

The Finance Department is responsible for the Budget.

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Frederick in Flight

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1. How will I know if balloon lift offs are cancelled?

Hot air balloon weather conditions are contingent upon many factors including wind, clouds, fog, and rain. If there is inclement weather that prohibits safe flying, we will post an update on our Frederick In Flight website event page, add a News & Highlights news flash on the website homepage, and post on social media (Facebook and Twitter) as soon as we are notified by the Hot Air Balloon event producer and FAA. Cancellation of the morning events can come at any time before scheduled lift-offs at 6 am. 

2. Can I ride in a balloon?

Yes! You can sponsor a balloon for the event. The "Bucket List" sponsorship is $400 and includes a flight for two people (maximum) in a hot air balloon during one morning lift off. Anyone can sponsor a balloon, including a business, organization, or people. 

Balloon lift-off is weather-dependent, and you run the risk of cancellation. Sponsorship is non-refundable. Fill out the online Event Sponsor Form or call 720.382.5513 to lift off!

3. Are dogs allowed at events?

Yes! You can bring your fur baby on a leash. Please be aware events can be crowded and noisy. If your pup is hard to control or easily excited, Town events may not be a good idea.

4. Will there be food at these events?

Yes! Some of the tastiest local restaurants will be landing their vendors in Centennial Park for Frederick in Flight. 
Breakfast vendors start at 5 am on June 25 and 26. 
Breakfast vendors include: 

• Back 9 Restaurant at Bella Rosa
• Tommy Boy Mini Donuts
• Redemption Road Coffee

On June 25 at 5 pm there will be food vendors at our Balloon Bash.
Food vendors include: 

• Cirque Kitchen
• Edge Gourmet Street Kitchen
• Georgia Boys BBQ 
• Happy Cones CO
• Infinitus Pie 
• Kona Ice
• Original By Greeks LLC
• Rositas Trokita
• ShortD's
• Simply Le Crepes
• Tommy Boy Mini Donuts
• VJ Concession, LLC
• Waffle Cakes

5. What should I wear for the balloon lift off?

Our hot air balloons are scheduled to go up around 6 am (weather permitting) so we recommend bundling up a bit! Bring a hat, gloves, and get a hot cup of coffee from our coffee vendor in the park, Redemption Road Coffee. 

6. Do I need to pay to attend these events?

No! The Town of Frederick is happy to provide its residents community events that everyone can participate in. Information Station Pre-Party, Frederick in Flight hot air balloon watching, and Saturday night Balloon Bash, are all free to attend. 

If you would like to support our events, our market vendors will be at Centennial Park on June 24 for a small town market. Local food vendors will be at Frederick in Flight's balloon liftoffs and Balloon Bash offering excellent food on June 25 and 26.  

If you would like to ride in a hot air balloon and support our pilots, you can become a Frederick in Flight Sponsor!

7. What are the weather conditions hot air balloon pilots consider for safe flying?

Ideal weather for hot air balloon flight consists of clear skies with good visibility, light winds on the surface, and moderate winds aloft (less than 25 knots at 9,000 ft above sea level). Pilots also look for good wind direction, generally winds out of the west, no cold front activity in the area, no precipitation in the forecast, and no forecast of developing windy conditions through the morning hours. Moderate temperatures also play a role as very hot temperatures affect balloon performance and safety.

8. What are the criteria to have a balloon-friendly property?

Being a balloon-friendly property means allowing hot air balloons to land on your land. How will hot air balloons know that you're a balloon-friendly property? Here are a few criteria to consider: 

Safe landing area parameters for landowners who would like balloons landing on their property:

• The area must be large enough for the balloons to land, a minimum of about 100 ft by 100 ft, clear of trees, fences, power lines, buildings, livestock, and any other obstructions.
• The area must be accessible by the balloon chase vehicle for pack-up.
• The area needs to be dry with no ditches running through the area.
• Balloons will make noise with their burners, so make sure you do not have sensitive livestock near the area you would like balloons to land.
• Please indicate the area you would like the balloons to land with a white sheet spread out so it is visible from the air.

Thank you for considering making your property available for hot air balloon landings. If balloons land on your property, we hope you come out and introduce yourselves to the pilots and crews.

9. Is there a history of the hot air balloon lift off cancelations?

Year	# of Balloons	Event Details	What Happened
2022	27	2 day event/glow & candlestick	No lift offs on Saturday or Sunday due to weather. Balloon Bash on Saturday night was a success with all planned activities, candlesticking, and eight balloons glowed.
2021	40	3 day event/glow & candlestick	Lift off success on Friday and Sunday. Saturday lift off canceled. Glow party did candlestick only
2020	0	3 day event/glow & candlestick	Cancelled due to COVID
2019	35	3 day event/glow & candlestick	No lift offs on all three days. Glow party canceled. RAIN!
2018	33	3 day event/glow & candlestick	Lift off success on Saturday. Friday & Sunday lift off canceled.
2017	35	3 day event/glow & candlestick	Lift off success all three days!
2016	33	3 day event/glow & candlestick	Lift off success on Friday and Sunday. Saturday & glow weathered out, able to candlestick.
2015	30	3 day event/candlestick only	Lift off success on Friday and Sunday. Saturday lift off canceled.
2014	27	3 day event/candlestick only	Lift off success on Friday and Saturday. Sunday lift off canceled.
2013	24	3 day event/candlestick only	Lift off success all three days! Candlestick weathered out on Saturday night.
2012	24	3 day event/candlestick only	Lift off success both days!
2011	17	3 day event/no glow or candlestick	Lift off success both days!

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Human Resources

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1. Can I put in a “general” application for a position that is not posted on the website?

No, unfortunately the town only accepts applications for positions that are currently open and posted. However, you can create an application and save it for a position that may be posted in the future, without submitting it. Then when a position is posted, you can access your application using your User ID and Password, and submit the application you created previously.

2. If I apply for more than one job with the Town, do I have to complete a new application each time?

No you don’t! Once you complete an application for a position with the town, you will be prompted to create a User ID and Password, which you can use to log in and view the status of an existing application, or to create a new application for a different position without starting over from scratch.

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Municipal Court

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1. Have a general question about attending Municipal Court?

View general court questions.

2. Have a question about attending traffic court?

View traffic court questions.

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Oil & Gas in your Neighborhood

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1. What is refracking?

View what is refracking?.

2. What is the history of oil and gas in Frederick?

View the history of oil and gas in Frederick.

3. Who regulates well sites in the Greater Wattenberg Area?

View who regulates well sites in the Greater Wattenberg Area.

4. What are the factors for selection of oil and gas well drill sites?

View the factors for selection of oil and gas well drill sites.

5. What are the activities that occur with drilling?

View the activities that occur with drilling.

6. Where are gas lines placed? How is that determined?

View gas lines placement and how that is determined.

7. How much noise, dust, air pollution and danger area associated with drilling?

Find out about noise, dust, air pollution and danger area associated with drilling.

8. How does a well site affect wildlife, air and water quality?

How does a well site affect wildlife, air and water quality.

9. Who monitors and maintains these sites?

View who monitors and maintains the sites.

10. What is the impact of a new well on a residence, business or family?

View the impacts of a new well on a residence, business or family.

11. How does a well site affect construction/additions to a home or business?

View the impacts regarding construction/additions to a home or business.

12. Should I be concerned about wells or gas lines near my home or business?

Concerns about wells or gas lines near a home or business.

13. Can I paint or screen a pump jack?

View painting or screening a pump jack.

14. How do I find out more about oil and gas wells?

View resources for more information about oil and gas.

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Parks

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1. Where can I make park reservations?

Frederick has four parks that have pavilions you can reserve. These include Frederick Recreation Area's Big Fred and Little Freddie, Centennial Park, Crist Park and Bulrush Wetland Park. To reserve, please visit our

Parks page.

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Parks & Open Space Sales Tax Proposal

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1. Why are you focusing on the Open Space Sales Tax now?

The current Open Space sales tax is limited to the purchase, improvement, and maintenance to open space and trails. As the definitions of open space versus parks continues to blur, we are taking a proactive, transparent approach and reevaluating both our current and future needs to ensure current tax revenues are responsibly invested in the future.

2. What is the POST Commission?

The Parks, Open Space and Trails Commission advises the Board of Trustees and Town Staff on all matters pertaining to parks, open space and trails. It consists of seven members, all of whom must be bona fide residents of the Town. The Board of Trustees makes the appointment of seven members to staggered four-year terms.

3. Would this affect how open space and trails are maintained and improved?

The Town created a dedicated Parks and Open Space Department in 2022 and under direction from the Board of Trustees, they are taking a holistic approach to the long-term maintenance, expansion, and improvement of all outdoor recreation resources. By reducing limitations on the Open Space sales tax, Town staff could implement improvements outlined in community-driven planning initiatives, such as the Parks, Open Space and Trails Master Plan, as they are prioritized by the Community, not by what specific funds are available. Those plans call for continued expansions to the Town’s trails system as one of the highest priorities.

4. Would this raise taxes?

No. The Town is not considering raising the Open Space sales tax from its current rate of 0.5%. The Town is only considering modifying the potential use of revenues to include all parks, open space and trails.

5. Would restrictions be placed on how the tax revenues could be used?

Yes. The Town is proposing to limit the revenues to be expended on maintenance, expansion and improvements to the parks, open space, and trails system. However, since trails are a critical transportation function, the funds may be utilized to create multi-modal trails along street corridors, such as the trail along Colorado Boulevard.

6. What would this revenue be spent on in the immediate future?

1. The continued development of the Town’s trail system, which is partially funded and/or constructed by new developments as they are built. 
2. Improvements to Frederick Recreation Area, including expanded recreational access and improved water quality at Milavec Reservoir and expanded park, open space and trails amenities in the Marx Open Space, near the Frederick Skate Park. These improvements are being prioritized and planned under the Community Parks Master Plan, an ongoing, community-driven planning process.
3. Improvements to Centennial Park, including additional trails and neighborhood connections, improved event infrastructure for Town events such as Frederick In Flight, Chainsaws and Chuckwagons and Miner’s Day as well as park, open space and trails amenity improvements throughout the park. These improvements are being prioritized and planned under the Community Parks Master Plan, an ongoing, community-driven planning process.
4. Improvements to existing neighborhood parks, including improved playgrounds, sport courts, trails and other amenities, increased water conservation efforts such as additional shade trees, conversion of cool-season turf to warm-season turf or native grasses, increased xeriscaping instead of turf and improvements to existing irrigation systems.
5. Ongoing maintenance of existing Town parks, open space and trails assets.

7. I thought the Recreation District paid for park operation and maintenance.

1. The Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation District (CVPRD), a special district established in 1983 to serve Frederick, Dacono, Firestone and surrounding rural areas, manages three facilities and a variety of recreational programming in their service area. The Carbon Valley Recreation Center, Carbon Valley Gymnastics/Senior Center and the CVPRD Firestone Studio/Administrative Offices are their primary facilities. They offer recreational programming at many Town managed parks, such as Centennial Park.
2. While the Town and the District collaborate closely, the Town has no involvement in the management of the Recreation, Senior or Gymnastic Centers and this proposed modification of the Open Space Sales Tax would not go to any improvements or maintenance to those facilities. However, the Town will continue to partner with CVPRD to best utilize recreational resources for the residents of Frederick wherever feasible.  

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Planning

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1. What is proposed to be developed on the land next door?

You can find information on our page development applications under review .  You can also look at the Town calendar so see any upcoming neighborhood and board meetings. If you’d like additional information, contact the Planning Department. 

2. What kind of fence can I have? How tall can it be?

Examples of permitted fence types:

• Treated Wood
• Decorative Metal
• Cast Iron Fences
• Stucco Walls
• Stone Walls
• Brick Walls with a Stone Cap
• If you want propose a different type of fence, contact the Planning Department.

Other Information-

• No permit is required for installing a fence, however if a contractor is installing the fence, they must be licensed with the Town. 
• Be sure to check with the Town and your HOA for development guidelines and standards, such as style and approved colors. If you live in a development with no HOA, you are only required to abide by Town standards. If the fence is for a commercial building, check with the Planning Department for guidelines.
• Need to know where your property line is? You will need to contact a private surveyor to determine your property lines. 
• Rear and side fences can be up to 6ft tall.
• Front fences can not exceed 42 inches.
• Front fences must be at least 50% see through.
• Do you have a corner lot? If so, then a sight distance restrictions apply to the corner where the two streets meet. Contact the Engineering Department for more information.  

3. Do you need to replace your dead tree?

Yes Please! We love trees in Frederick. We encourage you to plant more than the minimum required. The Town of Frederick requires a tree near the street and one in the front yard. After move in, the tree near the street is the homeowner’s responsibility. So, replant those trees. They reduce the impacts of weather (sun and wind) on your home.  And who, who doesn’t love playing in the leaves?

Section 2.14 of the Land Use Code says, there shall be no less than one (1) tree in addition to the minimum required street tree within the front yard unless otherwise approved by the Town. All corner lots adjacent to a street or alley shall provide a side yard tree in addition to the required street tree, unless otherwise approved by the Town. 

Need to replant a tree, check out the Frederick tree sale! Starting February 1, a variety of trees will be available for purchase, on a first come first serve basis, and can be picked up just in time for Arbor Day in April. 

4. What are the setbacks on my property?

Setbacks vary depending on your zoning classification. You may determine your property’s zoning district by searching for your property address on the Town’s interactive mapping site. If you have additional questions about how to determine what your zoning is, please contact the Planning Department. View the Frederick Property Search Map. Once you know your zoning, see Section 3.5 of Land Use Code Article 3 to find your setback requirements. View the  3.5 Density and Dimensional Standards.

5. I’d like to open a large daycare in my home, but the State tells me I need a zoning verification letter. How do I get that?

Please call the Planning Department and request the zoning verification letter. There is a $75 fee for the letter and Planning Staff will need your name with correct spelling and your address. The letter can be left at the front desk for you to pick up or sent to you.

6. Am I able to have a business in my home?

In general, home businesses are permitted if the following criteria are met:

(a) Medical, dental and real estate offices are not permitted as home occupations.

(b) In addition to the family occupying the dwelling containing the home occupation, there shall not be more than one (1) outside employee in the home occupation.

(c) The employee and clients may park in on-street curbside parking spaces.

(d) The home occupation shall not exceed one thousand (1,000) square feet or thirty percent (30%) of the total square footage of the dwelling, whichever is less, or can be located in an accessory building not to exceed five hundred (500) square feet.

(e) No exterior aspects of the home occupation operation shall disrupt the residential character of the area. The maximum number of clients which may visit the home occupation per day is ten (10).

7. Can I build a second dwelling on my property?

Accessory dwelling units are generally permitted; however, the size is limited based on your zoning district. You may determine your property’s zoning district by searching for your property address on the Town’s interactive mapping site. If you have additional questions about how to determine what your zoning is, please contact the Planning Department. Once you know what your zoning is, you can use the following regulations to determine how large your second dwelling unit can be. (a)In the Agriculture and Estate Residential Zoning Districts: i.Minimum floor area of five hundred (500) square feet. ii.Maximum floor area of one-half (1/2) the total floor area of the primary residence. (b)In the R-1 and R-2 Zoning Districts: i.Minimum floor area of five hundred (500) square feet. ii.Maximum floor area of one thousand (1,000) square feet. View the

Frederick Property Search Map

8. I want to expand my business and need a larger building. What do I need to do to add on to my existing building?

Before applying for a building permit, consult with the Planning Department to process an amendment to your existing site plan. A site plan is a drawing of the footprint of the building as it relates to all lot lines, easements, roads, sidewalks, trees and other features found on the property. The Planning Department keeps records of approved site plans, and updates existing plans when changes are made. If the changes to the site are minor, Planning staff will likely waive application fees and formal development review with a summary letter updating the site plan file. However, in the event of more significant changes to the site, such as reductions in parking and landscaping, relocation of utilities, or significant changes in architecture or building footprint, payment of fees and development review processes, including public notice, may be required. Please contact the Planning Department for more information.

9. What are the key functions of the Planning Department?

The Planning Department is responsible for maintenance and implementation of the Town of Frederick Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Code. This includes processing land use applications, providing information related to zoning, setbacks, and other land use questions, as well as working with the Building Division to ensure new buildings comply with the Land Use Code. The Planning Department also administers the Town’s interactive mapping site, staff’s the Parks and Open Space Commission, maintains buildable lot inventories, projects growth, and participates in urban renewal activities as needed.

10. What does it cost to process a land use application?

Town Planning and Engineering staff operates on a cost recovery basis. As a result, the Town of Frederick charges both a non-refundable application fee as well as a deposit which is used to pay for staff review time. The fee and deposit are identified on the Fee Schedule. The deposit may or may not be sufficient to cover the review costs. Billing is completed on a monthly basis to update the applicant on the status of the deposit. If the deposit is depleted, the applicant is responsible for paying the amount above the deposit. View the Fee Schedule

11. What is my property zoned?

You may determine your property’s zoning district by searching for your property address on the Town’s interactive mapping site. If you have additional questions, please contact the Planning Department. View the

Frederick Property Search Map

12. Who is developing the land adjacent to my property?

If you’re interested in knowing about a specific developer, please contact the Planning Department.

13. What is the role of Planning Commission?

The Planning Commission is responsible for maintaining and implementing the Town of Frederick Comprehensive Plan and for making recommendations to the Board of Trustees on land use applications such as annexations, rezonings, subdivisions and conditional use permits. Learn more about the Planning Commission

14. What is the Town of Frederick Comprehensive Plan?

The Town of Frederick Comprehensive Plan is a long-range plan intended to guide the growth and development of the community. The Comprehensive Plan is a guiding document only, and is not an extension of the law, as the zoning and subdivision ordinances and other portions of the land use code are. The plan includes goals, policies, and strategies related to economic development, transportation, land use, culture, housing, commercial and industrial development, public improvements, and the environment.

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Public Works

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1. How do I report a traffic signal that is malfunctioning or a stop sign that has been damaged?

During business hours, contact Public Works Operations at (720)382-5800.

2. How do I report a water leak?

Call the town's Public Works Department, 720-382-5800. The Public Works Department will contact a line maintenance technician to determine if the leak source is within the homeowner’s system or is the responsibility of the town.

3. Who do I contact regarding parks maintenance?

Call Frederick Public Works at (720)382-5800 for questions, comments or updates on mowing schedules, weed trimming, watering etc.

4. How do I report vandalism or graffiti?

Contact Frederick Public Works at (720)382-5800.

5. Who do I notify when I want to dig in my yard?

Call the Utility Notification Center of Colorado (UNCC) at 1(800)922-1987. Before you Dig / 811

6. Plowed snow landed on my driveway and sidewalks. Why do you do that, and when are you going to clear it?

When we plow streets, some snow will end up on your driveway and, possibly, your sidewalks. We know this can be frustrating, but it sometimes is an unfortunate and unavoidable result of snowplowing. To avoid this, shovel the snow from your driveway and sidewalks into your yard, because any snow you place in the street may wind up being plowed back onto your driveway or sidewalk.

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Road Work

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1. Why do we crack seal roads?

Cracks form in asphalt pavement through due to distress and are sealed to help protect the pavement structure. Unsealed cracks allow water to penetrate the pavement surface, which can eventually cause potholes and further deterioration.

2. What is slurry seal?

Slurry seal is a mixture of an asphaltic oil emulsion and coarse, sandy aggregate (1/4” to 3/8” in size) applied in a single thin layer to the entire street surface.

3. Why do we apply slurry seal?

Streets look new with slurry seals, and it helps protect the surface from moisture, contaminants, and oxidation. In addition, slurry seal application provides a new cover with improved skid resistance while extending the life of the roadway.

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Silverstone Development

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1. When will the anchor site and pad sites be complete?

Groundbreaking is anticipated in late 2023, with anticipated completion in 2025. There is preliminary interest in pad sites, which can be built while the anchor is being built.

2. Will there be pad sites available for sale or lease?

There are several pad sites available as well as in-line tenant space opportunities. The status of for lease vs. for sale is subject to negotiation with the applicant developing the site and leasing brokers. 

3. What will lease rates look like?

Depends on pad, category or use, and spaces. The brokerage group doing the leasing is Crosbie Real Estate Group. They can provide additional information on site or pad specific questions regarding sales or leasing.

4. Will it have a gas station?

There will be one fueling center associated with King Soopers. This will be in addition to the existing Circle K which is located at the northeast corner of Hwy 52 and William Bailey . The proposed fueling center is proposed to be located along Colorado Blvd.

5. Will the traffic signal at William Bailey be modified?

Pending Town approval. This along with all traffic improvements will be reviewed as part of the development review process. Improvements will be based on approved traffic impact studies and approved master plans. 

6. Will there be any restrictions?

The anchor user will have some restrictions on users that would be viewed as competition (i.e. Target or a similar competitor wouldn’t be allowed to locate on the site). Other use restrictions are per the Land Use Code and Planned Unit Development (PUD) overlay. Additional land use restrictions are included as a condition of assistance from the Frederick Urban Renewal Authority. Those restrictions include limitations on smoke/pipe shops, used goods for resale, outdoor storage (not associated with outdoor displays), new or used automotive sales and no more than one automotive wash facilities. As a matter of practice, uses like automotive service shops (i.e. Grease Monkey, Firestone Auto etc.) are only allowed to perform work inside enclosed bays and not outdoors. 

7. Is there minutes available from the last community meeting?

Minutes are not kept during neighborhood meetings. 

8. What type of construction?

Architectural standards and design will adhere to Town development standards and adopted building codes. Specific construction types and methodologies will be driven by the end user. Buildings are required to have consistent architectural materials and material pallets throughout. 

9. Will there be restaurants?

The goal of a neighborhood center like this is to find ways to activate it morning, noon and evening. This includes ideally providing a variety of dining opportunities that cater to those needs. This approach includes quick service options, fast casual options and opportunities for sit-down options.

10. Who can I contact if I have ideas of potential tenants?

Crosbie Real Estate Group is managing the leasing efforts for this project. Their website is https://www.creginc.com/property/silverstone-marketplace/ and includes information on how to get in contact with the brokers.

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Snow Removal

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1. Do I have to clear my sidewalk of snow?

Yes. Per Town ordinance, it shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant of any lot, block or parcel of ground within the Town, or for any agent in charge of such property, to allow any snow or ice to accumulate or remain upon any sidewalk alongside such property longer than twenty-four (24) hours from the time of the last accretion of such snow and ice.

2. Why was a plow on the street next to mine but did not plow my street?

The street next to your street is most likely a Tier 1 or Tier 2 route. Residential streets (Tier 3) are only plowed after snowstorms that produce over eight inches of snow within one 24-hour period. Check out our Snow & Ice Control Map for more information.

3. Why did the plow leave snow in front of our driveway and on our sidewalk?

Plows are designed to push snow to the side. As a result, some snow is inevitably deposited at the end of driveways and onto sidewalks. Drivers plow at low speeds (10 to 15 MPH) to minimize this issue, but the problem becomes more challenging with greater snow accumulations. The Town will not plow "curb to curb". Instead, plows will make one path down the center of the road to help avoid snow being pushed into driveway and sidewalk areas.

Per Town ordinance, you will have 24 hours after the storm ends to shovel your walks. 

4. The plow dumped snow at the end of my driveway, can they come back to move it?

Unfortunately, no. With 102 center line lane miles of road in Frederick, public works crews must stay focused on opening streets for emergency vehicles. It would be extremely costly to the taxpayer for our crews to remove snow from driveways. Keep in mind that crews do not place snow intentionally in your driveways, it is just a result of the way the plow is built. The Town recommends plowing your driveways and sidewalks after Town crews are done, and the new ordinance allows for this by giving you 48 hours after a storm to shovel.

5. Is the Town responsible for plowing alleys?

No, the Town does not plow alleys. Residents are asked to work with neighbors and contract with a private plow operator to keep alleys free of snow. Private operators need to keep in mind that snow cannot be piled on public right of ways. The Town also does not reopen access to alleys that may have snow deposited from Town plowing efforts.

6. Why do I sometimes see a plow truck with its plow up?

Plow trucks distribute ice slicer granules early during a snow event rather than plowing snow.

7. When do Town crews remove snow from the downtown parking area?

Town staff determines when the downtown snow is hauled away based on the volume of snow on the ground, as that affects the main goal of keeping the emergency routes clear. This will be done early in the morning while traffic is low for safety purposes, as well as to keep interference with local business operations minimal.

Private business parking areas are not maintained by the Town.

8. What equipment does the Town currently have for snow and ice control?

• One tandem axle plow truck with spreader for abrasives
• Two single axle plow trucks with spreaders for abrasives
• Four one ton dump body trucks with spreaders for abrasives
• One John Deere 544 Loader
• One road grader
• One back-hoe with front bucket
• One mini-excavator with front blade
• One Kubota 4X4 with spreader for abrasives
• Sidewalk machine
• New purchase arriving in 2024 – One F600 Snowplow

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Tour & Talk

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1. What are the plans for restaurant, commercial, and retail spaces in the Town?

The Town of Frederick is a growing community that prioritizes economic vitality by bringing in businesses that enhance the quality of life in Frederick. The Silverstone Marketplace shopping center, being developed at the northwest corner of Colorado Blvd. and Hwy 52, will be the anchor for a new King Soopers Marketplace while providing approximately 75,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, and commercial space. We work to deliberately manage our growth in a responsible fashion based on community feedback.

2. I would like to know more about property tax.

Since 2010, the Town of Frederick has had an annual property tax called a Mill Levy, which has remained at a rate of 6.555 mills. One mill is equivalent to one dollar per $1,000 dollars of assessed value. Therefore, Frederick’s applied tax rate is $6.55 for every $1,000 of assessed property value. This rate was determined based on the original tax calculation when the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR) was established on November 4, 1992. According to TABOR, any new tax, increase in tax rate, or higher mill levy compared to the previous year must be approved by the voters in advance. This ensures that any changes in taxes directly benefiting the local government must be supported by the community.

To give you an example, the City of Dacono currently has a mill levy rate of 25.099. This may be because they received approval from voters for higher mill levy overrides or debt issuance, which are paid back through increased taxes. Among other taxing entities in Weld County, the Town of Frederick actually has one of the lowest mill levy rates.

3. How are you addressing traffic in Town?

With completion of the Town’s first Transportation Master Plan (TMP) in 2021 one of the key short-term strategies to address transportation needs of the growing community were recommendations focused on improved intersection operations and added capacity at priority corridors. These projects include the installation of additional auxiliary turn lanes and new traffic signals to increase intersection capacity and operation efficiency to help reduce congestion. Additionally, ADA curb ramps, sidewalk connections and pedestrian crossing controls for increased multimodal public safety and improved drainage infrastructure are incorporated. An example of this effort can be seen at the intersection of Colorado Blvd and Tipple Pkwy and the Town Engineering Department is in process of several other intersection improvement projects. 

See the Transportation Master Plan

4. How does the Town determine road repair and street care?

The Town of Frederick currently maintains more than 108 centerline miles of public streets. To manage this system, the Town Engineering Department uses a Pavement Management System to assist in evaluating the pavement condition, serviceable life and maintenance strategies for Town owned roads and alleyways. A Pavement Management System is a set of tools that includes software and engineering judgment to budget for and plan maintenance and rehabilitation projects to help minimize costs while improving overall pavement conditions. Elements of the Town’s Pavement Management System includes inventory, condition data, maps, software, and engineering judgment. Through the evaluation maintenance and rehabilitation projects of Town streets are organized yearly under the Pavement Maintenance Program. The methods used in pavement maintenance and rehabilitation include crack seal, chip seal, slurry seal, asphalt mill and overlays, roadway reconstruction, street concrete replacement (curb, gutter, cross-pans), and accessible ramp replacement as required. Both Frederick Public Works personnel and contractors participate in the application of the treatment methods. Current project locations as well as project history and future project planning can be found on our Pavement Maintenance Program map.

https://frederickco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=6eeac64686f84d74b5b0611c24a7bcd3

5. Tell me more about speed bumps and dirt bikes on roads.

The Frederick Speed Management Program (FSMP) has been developed by the Town with the intent of reducing the negative effects of speeding traffic on neighborhood streets. The resident-initiated speed awareness program is aimed at addressing the issue by applying a combined approach of engaging the community, education, enforcement, and engineering traffic mitigation improvements. The FSMP helps to achieve the Town of Frederick’s Transportation Master Plan which prioritizes continuous improvements in safety and comfort for all modes of travel. If there are areas of speeding concerns, please visit our Speed Management Program page to learn how to become involved and for additional information.

6. I would like to know more about trails, bike trails, and park amenities in Town.

The Town recently completed an update of the Parks, Open Space and Trails Master Plan which prioritizes major trail corridors both along arterial roadways and off-street trails and gives the Town the ability to require new developments to construct the trails as a part of their public improvements, to help make new development pay their own way. The Town’s Engineering Department recently completed a Transportation Master Plan which also identifies POST Master Plan projects and calls for trail installation along roads as they are developed in new areas or when existing roadways are considerably upgraded. Constructing trails along existing roads and within existing Right-of-Way can be difficult, because in most cases there is not enough room to construct a trail or when the road is upgraded, the trails would have to be removed or substantially altered. The Town’s Parks and Open Space Department is working on an internal action plan to identify and prioritize off-street trail segments, within the priority corridors, for new construction and for connecting existing missing segments, which should be complete in 2023.

7. Is there a Community Garden?

Frederick takes part in the Nelson Family Community Garden! The garden project is a joint venture involving Longmont United Hospital, Centura, and the Town of Frederick, and benefits our respective communities and region. Garden plots are available for those interested in joining a community of gardeners. Access additional resources such as the garden rules and plot application on our Community Garden webpage.

8. How do I learn more about mural art by local artists in the Town?

The Arts In Public Places map displays the locations of artwork in Frederick, including wood carvings, sculptures, and murals. Residents can get involved and have a say in Frederick art by serving as a member of the Frederick Arts Committee. The Arts Committee serves as an advisory body to the Board of Trustees for the administration of the Art in Public Places Program. Committee responsibilities include advising the Board of Trustees on the pursuit and placement of art within the community.  Read up on the Arts Committee here

9. How do I find out about events in downtown Frederick?

Frederick hosts multiple events throughout the year to bring the community together. With unique experiences like a hot air balloon festival, chainsaw carving competition, or a pack burro race, residents are sure to find an event that peaks their interest. There are sponsoring or volunteering opportunities as well. These events occur in Centennial Park, Crist Park, and throughout Frederick. Explore the events webpage for all of the details.

10. I am new to the community and want to see what's happening and get connected.

The Town offers numerous opportunities for residents to get involved and stay connected.

Boards/Commissions/Committees, Events, Surveys, Town Board Meetings, Neighborhood Watch, Town App, Sign-up for Town distributions (Frederick Flash, Newsletter, Email updates) social media.

11. How do I learn more about the community?

Dig into the rich history and exciting future of Frederick by visiting our website and following our social media channels which include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, NextDoor, and YouTube. The Town website has a wealth of information to learn about the core services and programs that benefit our community.

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Town Manager

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1. Is there a report of what departments are working on?

Yes, the Town Manager generates a report which is submitted to the Board of Trustees prior to a regular board meeting, generally on a biweekly basis. View the Departmental Report.

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Traffic Relief

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1. Why is the Town of Frederick Board considering placing a 1% sales tax proposal on the November 2023 ballot?

The Board seeks to address some of the community’s most pressing transportation-related challenges, including traffic congestion, snow removal, pothole maintenance, and multimodal transportation options. Funds from a sales tax would be used to make a variety of improvements, including:

• Upgrading key intersections to reduce traffic congestion
• Bringing pothole management in-house to make year-round repairs
• Expanding snow removal capabilities to better clear roadways, especially during heavy snowfall 
• Adding multimodal connections such as paths, sidewalks, and trails to improve access to parks, open spaces, and downtown Frederick

2. What are the benefits of the proposed transportation improvements?

There are many anticipated benefits, including:

• Reduced traffic congestion
• Increased intersection capacity and decreased wait times
• Improved commuter and pedestrian safety
• Decreased wear and tear on vehicles
• Faster response times and safer travel for first responders
• More pedestrian and bike-friendly connections

3. What types of intersection upgrades would be made to improve traffic flow?

The proposed intersection upgrades would include:

• Auxiliary turn lanes
• Protected left-turn movements
• Striping and signage
• New traffic signals 
• Americans with Disabilities (ADA) curb ramps
• Sidewalk connections and crossing controls
• Drainage infrastructure, if needed (inlets, culverts, curb, and gutter) 

4. Would the intersection improvements be similar to those incorporated at Colorado Boulevardand Tipple Parkway?

Yes. This project is an excellent example of how intersections throughout Frederick would be upgraded to reduce traffic congestion and improve commuter and pedestrian safety.

5. Which specific intersections would be improved?

Improvements would first be made to the highest-priority intersection projects, located at:

• Silver Birch Boulevard and Godding Hollow Parkway
• Silver Birch Boulevard and Bella Rose Parkway
• Colorado Boulevard and Bella Rosa Parkway
• Silver Birch Boulevard and Tipple Parkway
• Aggregate Boulevard and Bella Rosa Parkway

Additional intersections throughout Frederick would be addressed as funds from the proposed sales tax become available. There are more than 25 intersections in need of upgrades. 

6. How would snow control be improved?

During times of heavy snowfall, road closures often occur because the Town does not have the resources to effectively clear the snow. Adding personnel and equipment would improve the Town’s snow removal capabilities, helping keep the roads open and safer to drive on.

7. What snow control equipment would be added?

To better address snow control in Frederick, especially during heavy snowfall, the Town proposes adding key snow control equipment, including a tandem snowplow, a 1-ton plow truck, a single-axle dump truck, a small loader, a plow blade for the larger loader, skid-steer front-end snow box and track attachments, and a street sweeper for the clean-up of abrasives after snow events.

8. How would pothole repairs be improved?

Frederick currently outsources its pothole repair work, primarily during the summer months. This means potholes are not filled as rapidly or as often as needed. With voter-approved funding, equipment and personnel would be added to bring pothole maintenance in-house. This would enable quicker, more efficient year-round fixes. Funds would also be used to purchase the equipment and hot mix asphalt needed for timely regular maintenance.

9. How many new staff members would be hired to address pothole maintenance and snow control?

Three new Public Works Street Department employees would be phased in to help make improvements, including pothole maintenance, snow control, and other duties.

10. What pedestrian and bike-friendly connections would be addressed?

To better connect our residents to our parks, open spaces, and the downtown area, a variety of multimodal projects are proposed, including: 

• No Name Creek Trail (3 separate projects)
• Fox Run Connector (3 separate projects)
• Carbon Valley Academy Link Trail
• Eagle Valley Connector
• Bella Rosa Parkway/CR 20 Trail 
• Godding Hollow North Trail
• Godding Hollow South Trail 
• Colorado Boulevard Trail
• Frederick Way/Downtown Frederick Trail 
• Godding Hollow/Boulder Ditch Connector

11. What is causing increased traffic congestion in Frederick?

Traffic flow is the Town’s most pressing transportation challenge. Many of Frederick’s key roadways lack turn lanes, which causes traffic backups, congestion, and collisions, especially during peak travel times. With recent and projected population growth, the number of vehicles on the roads will only increase, making the problem worse. Adding auxiliary turn lanes and making other related intersection improvements would help improve traffic flow and enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians. Funding is also needed to help improve snow removal, address year-round pothole repairs, and expand the Town’s multimodal transportation options. 

12. Why now?

The longer we wait to address our transportation challenges, the worse—and more costly—they will become. With more than 90% of our residents commuting by vehicle, bottlenecks and unsafe intersections will only expand as the population increases. Construction costs are also on the rise, increasing approximately 6 percent annually. Addressing our roadway issues now protects residents and their vehicles, enhances our community’s infrastructure, and saves money.

13. Why is a sales tax proposal being considered rather than a property tax proposal?

A sales tax proposal means that everyone, including out-of-town shoppers, pays their fair share—not just Frederick’s homeowners.  

14. How can community members weigh in on the proposed transportation improvements?

Residents are encouraged to participate in the Town’s online Transportation Survey. A link to the survey appears below.  

15. When will the Town of Frederick Board of Trustees vote on whether to place a 1% sales tax on the ballot?

The final decision on whether to place a sales tax measure on the November 2023 ballot will be made by the Board this summer, allowing ample time for additional public input. 

16. What if residents have additional questions about the proposal?

Please contact:
Jason Leslie
Deputy Town Manager
720.382.5561

17. What is being done to improve Hwy 52?

While Hwy 52 is maintained by CDOT, the Town continues to communicate resident and Town interests to our CDOT partners. In 2022, the Town entered in to a multi-jurisdictional access control plan that identifies when and where access onto and from Hwy 52 should occur. As development occurs along Hwy 52, developer improvements will be made to conform to all adopted plans and traffic studies. For example, the Town is currently reviewing plans for the proposed Silverstone Marketplace development at the northwest corner of Hwy 52 and Colorado Blvd. As part of that proposed project, the applicant will be proposing to make and fund several improvements in and around Hwy 52 including:

• Intersection improvements to Hwy 52 and Colorado Blvd. 
• Intersection improvements to William Bailey and Hwy 52.
• Improvements to Hwy 52 to include turns lanes, acceleration and deceleration lanes approaching intersections.
• Hwy 52 widening adjacent to the planned development.
• Sidewalk installation along the north side of Hwy 52 providing pedestrian connectivity.
• Installation of a new intersection at 13^th St. and Colorado Blvd and extension of 13^thSt. to the West. 
• Improvements to Colorado Blvd. as needed to connect to Hwy 52 and the new proposed intersection at 13th St.

Two neighborhood meetings have already occurred for this proposed development and additional opportunities to provide input will be forthcoming during the summer. Staff anticipates going to Planning Commission and the Board of Trustees for review and consideration mid-late summer 2023.

To contact CDOT directly: Richard.christy@stateco.us 970.350.2368

18. What is the current sales tax rate in the Town of Frederick and what does a 1% increase look like in dollars?

The current combined sales tax rate in Frederick is 6.4% which the Town of Frederick receives 3.5% and the remaining 2.9% goes to the State of Colorado. The Town of Frederick’s 3.5% sales tax revenue is split three ways: general sales tax (2%), public safety (1%), and open space (.50%). If a 1% sales tax (or approximately $2.1-2.4 million depending on economic conditions) were to be approved, it would go towards transportation infrastructure and maintenance. 

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Utility Billing

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1. How can I make a utility payment?

You can make a payment online at Municipal Online Payments, over the phone, by mail, in person, use the Town's dropbox or drive-thru, or through your bank's bill pay. See all of your payment options here.

2. How often does the Town bill for utility services?

Bills are created and mailed out monthly at the end of the month. Most customers receive their bills by mail or email by the 5th of each month.

3. What are my options if I receive a water shut off notice?

Payment must be received at the Administrative Services Building (311 Fifth St.) no later than 5:00 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month to avoid being shut off. You can make a payment in person (311 Fifth St.), over the phone (720)382-5500, or online. 

4. What are the residential water rates?

The Town's water rates can be viewed on the fee schedule here.

Residential water rates

5. What are the trash rates?

Please follow the web link below for the town's residential trash rates which are reflected on page 12. Residential trash rates

6. What is the stormwater charge and what is it for?

The monthly stormwater fee pays for operations of the Stormwater utility and maintenance of the existing stormwater system throughout town. Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snow melt is more than can soak into the ground and flows over the ground.

Please follow the web link below for the town's stormwater rates. Stormwater rates

7. What utility services does the Town provide?

The Town of Frederick provides utility services to:

🔹 Frederick residents East of I25 - Water, Trash, and Stormwater services.

🔹 Frederick residents West of I25 - Trash and Stormwater services.

🔹 Evanston residents - Water and Stormwater services.

8. Who are the other utility providers for the area?

You will receive a bill from the Town for stormwater and trash services and in some cases water. 

Electricity is proved by United Power. 

Black Hills Energy is a natural gas provider.

utility services billed by other providers.