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City Council Reaches Consensus to Restart PRRI Master Plan
On May 26, 2026, Greeley City Council reached consensus to restart work on the Poudre River Restoration Initiative Master Plan to complete the master planning and Capital Improvement Plan project. This funding comes from Quality of Life dollars and does not affect the City’s need to reduce the general fund by $18 million.
Council emphasized that the top priority of this work is reducing flood risk and improving life safety for the community. The updated approach reflects a clearer vision, stronger interdepartmental coordination, and a broader stakeholder engagement structure to help keep the project focused and actionable. The proposal includes an interdepartmental steering committee, a Watershed Stakeholder Alliance, a community network, and governance and advisory boards. It will also build on community survey feedback gathered during Phases 1 and 2.
The PRRI Master Plan will establish a long-term vision and 10-year Capital Improvement Plan for the Poudre River, with primary emphasis on reducing flood risk and improving life safety related to flooding. The plan will also address habitat restoration, access and recreation, and stronger community connection and economic vitality. This work is especially important because the length of the Poudre River within Greeley city limits decreased by about 15% between 1950 and 2019, contributing to faster flows, erosion, flooding, habitat loss, and other environmental challenges.
City Council Reaches Consensus to Restart PRRI Master Plan
On May 26, 2026, Greeley City Council reached consensus to restart work on the Poudre River Restoration Initiative Master Plan to complete the master planning and Capital Improvement Plan project. This funding comes from Quality of Life dollars and does not affect the City’s need to reduce the general fund by $18 million.
Council emphasized that the top priority of this work is reducing flood risk and improving life safety for the community. The updated approach reflects a clearer vision, stronger interdepartmental coordination, and a broader stakeholder engagement structure to help keep the project focused and actionable. The proposal includes an interdepartmental steering committee, a Watershed Stakeholder Alliance, a community network, and governance and advisory boards. It will also build on community survey feedback gathered during Phases 1 and 2.
The PRRI Master Plan will establish a long-term vision and 10-year Capital Improvement Plan for the Poudre River, with primary emphasis on reducing flood risk and improving life safety related to flooding. The plan will also address habitat restoration, access and recreation, and stronger community connection and economic vitality. This work is especially important because the length of the Poudre River within Greeley city limits decreased by about 15% between 1950 and 2019, contributing to faster flows, erosion, flooding, habitat loss, and other environmental challenges.
The Poudre River Restoration Initiative (PRRI) is an exciting project that showcases solutions and opportunities for the river in Greeley. Your input is valuable in shaping this plan.
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Data from this survey will help inform the design, which you can see this summer. Thank you for providing feedback to help shape this plan!
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CLOSED: This survey has concluded. Phase two of this project will include additional feedback opportunities.
Ready to daydream? Help us imagine a more inviting river.
In addition to repairing the river's ecology, we plan to transform certain public sections into community spaces where both Greeley residents and visitors feel welcome and encouraged to play. (No matter your age!)
Play looks different for everyone, so we'd like to hear from you: What experiences are missing in and along the river? How would you use the space if you could?
Take our quick survey to share your vision for the Poudre River's future. Your feedback will help influence the design of this project.
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Phase 1: Community Outreach & Master Plan Principles
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The first phase of the design process will define Master Plan Principles – values, priorities and environmental relationships – that will inform and refine the focus of the master plan that the design team will complete in phase two. Principles will be developed based on:
Extensive data collection, historical research and analysis.
Goals and collaborative priorities from our community and stakeholders.
Phase Two: Community Outreach & Initial Concept
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Additional outreach focused on developing the master plan: Spring and Summer of 2025.
April 17, LINC Library Event Space
August 14, Family FunPlex
May 26, 2026
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City Council reaches consensus to restart work on the PRRI
