Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information#
The City of Fort Collins is working closely with federal, state, and local public health officials to closely monitor an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus.
City Facilities#
The majority of City buildings are open for regular hours of operation.
Face coverings or masks are strongly encouraged, regardless of vaccination status in all indoor City facilities. Per federal guidance, masks are still required in some settings, including while on public transit.
If you need to conduct business with the City, please visit fcgov.com/cityservices to find specific department web pages and contact information.
Larimer County Strongly Recommends Masks in Indoor Settings
Based on updated recommendations from Larimer County Health, masks are strongly encouraged, regardless of vaccination status, in all public indoor settings to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This includes all City facilities open to the public. Per federal guidance, masks are required for everyone on public transit.
Recovery Planning#
The City of Fort Collins is working to create a long-term Recovery Plan that identifies community priorities for recovery. We are also set to receive approximately $28.1 million of the nearly $6 billion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds received by Colorado and other communities. These funds are being used to invest in short- and long-term economic, environmental and community recovery.
As we develop the Recovery Plan and prioritize spending of ARPA funding, we want to hear your ideas about what a vibrant and resilient recovery looks like for our community and what priorities should be focused on as we work to build back stronger.
COVID-19 Vaccine#
Vaccination distribution is underway in Larimer County, but we know it will take time for much of our population to receive vaccines. We need to stay vigilant to keep our community safe. Find out when you will be eligible for a vaccine, and continue to take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including wearing a face covering, maintaining 6ft distancing and washing your hands.
General Guidelines for Keeping our Community Open and Safe#
- Wash hands frequently
- If you feel unwell or have been exposed, stay home
- If you have not been vaccinated, where a face covering in any public indoor space and maintain 6 feet of distance
- Even if vaccinated, it is strongly encouraged you wear a mask in indoor public settings
Larimer County COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Updated daily, Larimer County's COVID-19 Data Dashboard summarizes our community's case numbers, case rate, hospitalizations, risk score and more.
Masks & Face Coverings
Based on updated recommendations from Larimer County Health, masks are strongly encouraged, regardless of vaccination status, in all public indoor settings to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This includes all City facilities open to the public. Per federal guidance, masks are required for everyone on public transit.
City Updates
The City has reopened some facilities to the public and is following a phased approach based on the latest available guidance and regulations from health officials and the State of Colorado.
If you need to conduct business with the City, please visit fcgov.com/cityservices to find specific department web pages and contact information.
Community Resources
United Way's 211 Call Center connects community members impacted by COVID-19 to resources for food, medical, mental health, unemployment, utilities/rent assistance and more.
Dial 211 or 970-407-7066 or 1-866-485-0211 now to connect with resources.
Additionally, the City has created a community resource brochure with additional resources for those impacted by the pandemic. Recursos comunitarios durante el COVID-19.
Business & Nonprofit Resources
The Economic Health Office is managing resources and support for local businesses, nonprofits and employees including:
- Loans and grants
- Financial, insurance and legal considerations
- Utilities updates
CARES CVRF Funding Impact
In 2020, the City of Fort Collins received $9 million in funding from the Coronavirus Relief Fund established by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These funds supported pandemic response and recovery, with more than two thirds of the funding going to small businesses, nonprofits and local community programs. Visit the CARES ACT Dashboard to view a snapshot of the city’s use of funds.
En Español
La Ciudad de Fort Collins trabaja en estrecha colaboración con funcionarios de salud pública locales, estatales y federales para monitorear de cerca un brote de la enfermedad respiratoria provocada por un nuevo coronavirus (llamado COVID-19).