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During the late 20th century, Fort Collins expanded rapidly to the south, adding new development, including several regional malls.

Management of city growth patterns became a political priority during the 1980s, as well as the revitalization of Fort Collins ' Old Town with the creation of a Downtown Development Authority.

In late July 1997, the city experienced a flash flood after and during a 31-hour period when of rain fell.

The rainfall was the heaviest on record for an urban area of Colorado.

Five people were killed and $ 5 million in damages were dealt to the city.

The waters flooded Colorado State University's library and brought about $ 140 million in damages to the institution.