Pictured: Douglas County Commissioners alongside volunteers and employees of Open Space, Parks and Historic Preservation Boards and Departments
For three decades, your support has done something incredible in Douglas County – preserved, protected and built public spaces that your children and grandchildren will enjoy.
This week, Douglas County Commissioners adopted a resolution formally recognizing and expressing deep gratitude to all of you for your overwhelming support for 30 years for the Parks, Trails, Historic Resource and Open Space Sales Tax Fund. An extension of the 0.17% sales and use tax was most recently approved in 2022 by 87.6% of voters. Click here to see some of the results of these voter-approved funds.
“30 years ago, Douglas County made a very bold promise to preserve the land, the views, and the way of life that make our community extraordinary,” said Commissioner Abe Laydon. “As we celebrate three decades of vision and stewardship, we stand at the threshold of history. What began as an idea has become a legacy of trails, open spaces and parks that connect every one of us to the land and to each other.”
“None of this would be possible without volunteers and without their hearts for our parks and open spaces,” said Commissioner Kevin Van Winkle. “Our public lands reflect who we are as a community. It reflects our health, our happiness and our quality of life.”
“As an outdoorsman and history buff, I have the deepest gratitude for our citizens who support and work with us toward preservation of the resources that bind our community, “said Commissioner George Teal. “We’re working together to pass on a great legacy of preserving and protecting resources for the next generation.”
Watch this video for your inspiration to experience some of Douglas County’s most treasured open spaces and parks.
Mark your calendar to celebrate public lands alongside your neighbors at a free Fall Festival beginning at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, at Sandstone Ranch in Larkspur. Visit our webpage for details.