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Open Space Administration
Arapahoe County Lima Plaza
6934 S. Lima Street, Unit A
Centennial, CO   80112
Phone: 720-874-6540
Fax: 303-794-3201
E-mail: Open Space




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Neighborhood and community parks are a staple for county residents. They are home to birthday parties, afternoon picnics, family play time and a refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

There are hundreds of parks throughout Arapahoe County, most of which are owned and operated by cities and recreation districts. During the past six years, Open Space Shareback and Grant funds have helped to create new parks and renovate others.

In 2011 Arapahoe County awarded nearly $2.5 million in competitive grants to help cities and recreation districts complete 16 open space, parks and trails projects.

2012 Grant Applications are below- APPLICATIONS DUE: NOON, MARCH 2
Questions? Call Daniel Einarsen at 720-874-6723

1.  Small Grant Application (up to $25,000);Sample Evaluation Form
2.  Planning Grant Application (up to $50,000);Sample Evaluation Form
3.  Standard Grant Application (up to $250,000);Sample Evaluation Form

2012 Schedule
Feb. 6, 1:30p.m. Grant Workshop - Lima Plaza Arapahoe Room, 6934 S Lima St, Centennial
March 23 & 24    Site Visits
(back up dates: March 30-31)
Mid-May           Grant Decisions (by the Board of County Commissioners)
June 7              Grant Awards

More Resources 

Open Space Sales & Use Tax