Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance#
City of Fort Collins non-benefit-eligible employees can get up to 12 weeks of paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) at no cost, supporting them when they need it most— like when expanding their family or taking care of a loved one in need.
While Colorado's FAMLI program, approved by voters in 2020, requires contributions from employers and employees, the City of Fort Collins has elected to pay the employee portion of premiums for all non-benefit-eligible employees. FAMLI benefits will kick in on January 1, 2024, providing valuable support during important life circumstances.
To receive free paid FAMLI leave, you must:
- Be a City of Fort Collins employee who is not eligible for City benefits*,
- Have earned at least $2,500 over the course of four consecutive quarters with the City, and
- Contact HRBenefits@fcgov.com to get started.
*Only City of Fort Collins employees who do not qualify for City benefits need apply with the State. Benefit-eligible employees have similar benefits through City programs.
Before doing anything else, reach out to HRBenefits@fcgov.com to inform them that you are interested in starting the process for FAMLI with the State. The Benefits team will verify your eligibility and send a wage report to the State on your behalf.
If the State does not receive a wage report from the City of Fort Collins verifying your eligibility for the program, your claim will be denied.
Step 1: Go to My FAMLI+#
Visit the Colorado My FAMLI + page and click the Apply for FAMLI Benefits in My FAMLI + button on the right side.
Step 2: Create an Account or Log in#
Log in or Click on Create an Account on the My FAMLI+ login page. You can also click on Get Started.
Step 3: Create an Account with Login.gov#
Log in or Click on Create an Account with Login.gov.
Step 4: Follow the Prompts for LOGIN.GOV#
When creating an account, you will be taken to LOGIN.GOV. Follow the prompts to create multifactor authentication for your account.
Step 5: Follow the Outlined Steps on your Dashboard#
Follow the Applicant steps from your MyFAMLI+ Account Dashboard to complete registration and file your claim.
NOTE: When filing your claim, you will need City of Fort Collins Tax ID number 98-04502.
Resources for Additional Help Filing a Claim#
- Check out the My FAMLI+ User Guide for further instructions on how to complete registration and file your claim.
- Reach out to HRBenefits@fcgov.com for additional help walking through the process.
MyFAMLI+ Employer Registration unavailable until Q2 2024
*** PLEASE NOTE: As of January 1, 2024, the My FAMLI+ Employer registration portal is not currently available for employees of local Governments that have opted out of FAMLI but are still reporting wages and paying premiums on behalf of their employees. This functionality is scheduled to be available in Q2 of 2024. Employees of opted-out Governments can still apply for benefits and file a claim but will need to officially register in My FAMLI+ Employer once the enhancement is in place. ***
Step 1: Go to My FAMLI + Employer#
Visit the Colorado My FAMLI + Employer website and click on the login icon on the right side of the page.
Step 2: Create an Account or Log in#
Log in or create an account on the My FAMLI +Employer login page.
Step 3: Follow the Prompts for LOGIN.GOV#
When creating an account, you will be taken to LOGIN.GOV. Follow the prompts to create multifactor authentication for your account.
Step 4: Follow the Outlined Steps on your Dashboard#
From your MyFAMLI+Employer Account Dashboard, follow the steps to complete enrollment.
Why the City Opted Out of FAMLI for Benefitted Employees#
Colorado voters approved Proposition 118 in November 2020, creating a state-run paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program to provide employees with up to 12 weeks of paid leave during life circumstances that pull them away from their jobs.
In late 2022, The City of Fort Collins Human Resources Department recommended and Council approved the decision to opt out of the State FAMLI program based on the cost to our employees, the desire to provide choice to employees, and a plan to enhance employee benefit leaves to match or exceed the State's program.