October 2021
The concerned citizens who reside in the Roxborough Park Foundation oppose the proposed development of PA 12 & 13, also known as the Homestead. As of October 15, 2021, we have signatures from 211 neighbors who support our position to preserve and protect this area within the foundation.
Our mission is to preserve & protect the tranquil and treasured Red Rocks. Our intent is to find a solution that works for all involved, including the landowner. This would involve, but is not limited to, working amiably with the current private landowners, to place this parcel into a land trust, a designated open space, or conservation easement. This would compensate the landowners, and permanently preserve and protect this untouched natural wonder for all.
BACKGROUND INFO AND STEERING COMMITTEE ACTIONS THUS FAR
35.46 acres within Arrowhead Golf Course listed for sale on 7/15/21. Zoned as residential.
Pre-submittal review application was reviewed by Douglas County on 7/29/21 for proposed development of 14 homesites.
General manager of Roxborough Water & Sanitation District has confirmed this parcel has 18 water taps since they purchased the land 20 years ago.
Steering committee of 20 closely affected neighbors formed and several meetings have occurred in last two months
OUR MISSION
Preserve and protect the land, wildlife, and potential archeological relics
Work with the owner to come up with a potential solution that benefits all sides
Work with Arrowhead Golf Course (ARCIS), as they will be affected, along with all homeowners.
Want the Board’s support in accomplishing this as it has direct impact on the Foundation as a whole
CONTACTS AND GATHERED INFORMATION
Conversation with the owners to keep they apprised of our mission.
ARCIS is aware and interested.
The National Conservancy, Colorado Division
Keep it Colorado, Melissa Daruna, Executive Director
Mark Baisley, state representative lives in RPF
Friends of the Red Rocks – Leana Hale, Board Member
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Friends of Roxborough (Roxborough State Park support group)
Website developed: www.saveourrox.com
Petition initiated and sign-ups continue
Marketing campaign via press, social media, and word of mouth
WE ARE ASKING THE BOARD TO:
Support in protecting this parcel of land as well as similar land within the foundation
Access contacts who can help
Help to spread the information about the proposed development and our efforts
Echoes
RPF website
Board Minutes
Postings at the dump