City of Fort Collins Utilities

06/07/2026

Update: power restored!

There is a power outage in progress in the area of E. Drake Rd. and Timberline Rd. Crews are on-site working to restore power. Estimated restoration time is 7:30 p.m.

There are currently no road closures. For updates, visit FortCollins.gov/Outages

06/05/2026

Tomorrow's the day! 🌱 FoCo EcoFest & Xeriscape Garden Party is THIS Saturday, and we can't wait to see you there!

📍 June 6 from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Washington Park

Grab a bite from the food trucks, score some free native plants at the NoCo Native Plant Swap, and learn how to make your home (and yard!) more sustainable. Plus, enjoy xeriscape garden tours and educational presentations.

🌿 It's free, it's fun, and it's for the whole family. See you tomorrow!

👉 Learn more at FortCollins.gov/EcoFest

06/04/2026

This weekend! Stop by FoCo EcoFest and see sustainability in action. Plus. don't miss free native plants, food trucks, garden tours and educational presentations.

06/04/2026

Have you heard? Fort Collins Utilities water customers are in a voluntary Water Shortage Watch. Now that irrigation season is starting up, we’re asking you to limit lawn watering to two days a week and only water before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m.

Want to help, but don’t know how? Get irrigation controller tips at FortCollins.gov/WaterRestrictions or sign up for a Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluation at ResourceCentral.org/sprinklers.

06/03/2026

🌿 Free home energy advice at FoCo EcoFest! Stop by the Efficiency Works Homes booth.

🏠 Is your home too hot in summer or too cold in winter? Thinking about a new heat pump or adding more insulation to your home? Our energy advisors are here to chat — no appointment needed. Get personalized tips on making your home more comfortable and saving money on your energy bills.

See you there! 💚 June 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Washington Park.

👉 FortCollins.gov/EcoFest

06/02/2026

🔧 Build your future in the trades!

Fort Collins needs skilled workers to create cleaner, healthier, and more energy-efficient spaces. The High School Trade Scholarship helps students heading to trade school make an impact in our community by awarding them $1,000 for their schooling.

📅 Apply at fortcollins.gov/Services/Utilities/Programs-and-Rebates

Start building a career that builds Fort Collins!

06/01/2026

🌿 FoCo EcoFest is back and we're bringing the experts! Join us for three free live presentations and walk away with real tools for a more sustainable life in Fort Collins.

📍 Fort Collins City Hall | June 6

🗑️ 10 a.m. — Sorting it Out: Waste & Recycling in Larimer County
🔥 11 a.m. — Firewise Landscaping for Colorado Gardens
⚡ 12 p.m. — Practical Home Energy Efficiency Training

🌱 Space is limited; register in advance to claim a seat at

Engage is the volunteer management system and activity registration portal for City of Fort Collins. Use the system to search for activities and log volunteer hours.

05/29/2026

🌱 Your garden called, it wants free native plants!

🌼 The NoCo Native Plant Swap is happening at FoCo EcoFest, and we've got HUNDREDS of free native plants ready to find a new home. Bring plants to swap, or simply show up and take some home. Zero pressure, all plants. 🌻

Nothing to swap? No problem! Everyone is welcome to take home a limited number of plants. Please bring your own bag, basket, tray, or box to transport your plants home. 🪴 If you do have plants to donate, please check them in at the swap.

📍 June 6, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at Washington Park
🔗 FortCollins.gov/EcoFest

05/28/2026

Flood protection starts before the storm.

🏠 Standard insurance doesn’t cover floods; only flood insurance does.
💰 Fort Collins residents may qualify for up to 40% off of flood insurance through the NFIP.
📄 Responsible realtors talk to their buyers about flood risks.

Build Responsibly.
🏗️ Follow floodplain regulations when building or renovating.
🌿 Protect wetlands and waterways; they help protect you by acting as natural sponges.

Smart decisions today can prevent costly damages tomorrow. Visit FortCollins.gov/Flooding to learn about local regulations and how to prepare for a flood.

05/27/2026

When flooding happens, every second counts.

May 24–30 is Flood Awareness Week; take steps now to stay safe.

Be prepared:
🧰 Make a plan and build an emergency kit
⬆️ Move to higher ground immediately when it floods
🌙 Never sleep near waterways during storm season

And remember it’s a car, not a boat.
🚗 Turn around, don’t drown
🌊 Just 6 inches of water can knock you down
🚙 12 inches can carry away a vehicle

Whether you're driving, walking or biking, don’t take chances with floodwaters! Visit FortCollins.gov/Flooding to learn more.