Let’s revitalize Denver’s parks by creating a more inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable recreation network. My proposal focuses on upgrading underused green spaces, improving accessibility, and launching community-driven programs that bring people together.

Modernize Park Infrastructure Repair and enhance playgrounds, walking paths, benches, and lighting to make parks safer, more welcoming, and usable at all hours.

Boost Accessibility Ensure playgrounds, restrooms, and trails are accessible for people of all ages and abilities, so everyone can enjoy these public spaces.

Program for All Introduce regular free or low-cost community programs think fitness classes, family events, nature walks, and volunteer clean-up days to encourage local engagement and stewardship.

Sustainability Focus Integrate native plants, rain gardens, and pollinator zones to boost biodiversity, reduce maintenance costs, and make the parks more ecologically friendly.

Community Ownership Launch a “Friends of the Park” initiative, where local residents can help shape future programming and upkeep, ensuring parks reflect neighborhood needs and values.

For those who like to plan and track community projects efficiently, tools like the Grow a Garden Calculator can help visualize improvements, organize tasks, and measure progress even for park and garden projects.

Why This Matters: Parks are more than just green space they’re crucial for physical well-being, mental health, and community connection. By investing in them, we can create safe, sustainable, and attractive spaces where Denverites of all ages and backgrounds feel welcome, empowered, and engaged.