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Park use is compatible with occasional flooding, however, considerable engineering is necessary to minimize the risk. Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) and maintained by APRD. Because streams will floodĪnd erode, the land is typically owned by the Viewing, lush vegetation and, where terrain permits, Minimal road and housing interference, wildlife

These corridors provide trail opportunities with Generally, open space follows drainage corridors. These standards were modified to reflect the local preferences and conditions, such as fewer public swimming pools due to the number of private HOA swimming pools. The plan was based on national standards for open space and park amenities. This plan generally laid out the open space, trails and parks that would be required upon build-out. Developers typically meet with these entities prior to drafting their plans in order to accommodate the necessary schools, parks, trails, fire stations, libraries and drainage facilities required of their development.ĪPRD was required to file a Service Plan when organized in 1982. When a development is proposed to the local governing entity (Arapahoe County and City of Centennial), the plans are reviewed by several public agencies who have input on the layout and designation of the design. Land developers are required by Senate Bill 35 to dedicate approximately 10% of their gross land area for public use. Play fields under a joint-use agreement with Cherry The APRD Skate Park and maintains over 300 acres of The Trails Recreation Center, Lookout Park and Pool, Theĭistrict has developed 22 parks, 15 miles of trails, Growing along with residential development. In assisting APRD in the construction of new parksĪPRD is a relatively young park district, but GOCO and the City of Centennial have been instrumental Grants from the Arapahoe County Open Space Program, Participant in applications for grant funding. APRD receives approximately $250,000Īnnually from the Conservation Trust Fund which isįunded from Lottery revenue. (new construction), maintenance of existing parks, and administration.

Generates approximately $2,288,997 per year which is used for park and trail development Of that amount, 2.533 mills generatesĪpproximately $1,449,507 for the payment of the bondĭebt approved by the voters to build the Trails WardsĪre divided by population, which periodically changeĪs the District grows. Who represent seven wards within the District. The population is expected to grow to approximatelyĪPRD is governed by an elected Board of Directors The current boundary includes approximately 11.5 square miles and approximatelyĥ5,000 residents. The District’s Service Plan anticipates approximately 100 acres of developed parks, 500 acres of natural open space, and 17 miles of paved trails.ĪPRD’s boundaries have expanded since it’s formation due to inclusions of surrounding developments that wanted the convenience of large scale operations. The Arapahoe Park and Recreation District (APRD) was formed in 1982 by the Arapahoe County Commissioners and area land holders for planning, acquiring, developing, maintaining and programming parks, open space, trails and recreational amenities for the residents of unincorporated Arapahoe County (City of Centennial) that were not being served by adjacent entities.