Open Space

In 2003, the citizens of Arapahoe County generously voted to create a County Open Spaces Program. By approving a 10 year countywide quarter-of-a-penny sales and use tax (which is equal to 25 cents on every $100 spent), you demonstrated how important it is to preserve natural areas, enhance neighborhood and regional parks and build and maintain trails in Arapahoe County. In 2011, Arapahoe County voters approved extending the program to 2023.

To learn more about Arapahoe County Open Spaces:

• Check out our online mapping program called the Protect.Connect.Enjoy. Map
• Download our brochure
• Sign up to receive our e-mail newsletter
• Try some fun outdoor winter activities

The Open Spaces Program also oversees the Arapahoe County Recreation District.
Questions? Contact Open Spaces at 720-874-6540 or by e-mail.
Businesses that have sales and use tax questions can call 303-795-4620 or e-mail.teer Release of Liability

Learn More about Open Space    2012 Grant Application Information   2011 Open Space Community Guide   Arapahoe County Fair   Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Regional Park   Cherry Creek Basin Working Group   Geocache Program   Grant Award Amounts 2004 - 2011   High Line Canal Working Group   High Line Canal at Iliff Underpass Project   Open Space and Trails Advisory Board   2011 Open Space Extension Resolution Language   Open Space Funding Percentages per 2003 resolution   Open Space Master Plan   Protect. Connect. Enjoy. Map   Open Space Parks and Trails   Shareback Funds to Cites 2004 - 2011   South Platte Working Group Open Space Sales & Use Tax Resources    Open Space Resolution   Open Space Sales Tax   Open Space Sales and Use Tax Brochure   Open Space Sales Tax FAQs