Renovation work complete for Veterans Memorial Park

The Veterans Memorial Park renovations are now complete! With the completion of the work, it is now the first all-inclusive park in Commerce City. The park includes universally designed, sensory-rich environments that enable users of all ages and capabilities to have experiences that meet a variety of needs and interests.

The 2.6-acre site, located at 6015 Forest Drive, is adjacent to the Eagle Pointe Recreation Center. The park features a bird theme inspired by the neighboring recreation center.

Features

• All-inclusive and nature playgrounds

• Labyrinth for reflection and exercise

• ADA accessible features such as sidewalk ramps and picnic tables

• Sheltered picnic areas with electrical outlets

• Raised landscape beds for educational youth programs

• Native landscaping

• Restrooms

• Entryway plaza

Process

In November of 2018 residents selected various park amenities by completing surveys available on-line and at recreation centers and/or attending the public open house. Design concepts were presented to City Council in December 2018. City Council proposed changes to the design concepts expressing the importance of parks providing an inclusive play structure and elements for people of all ages and abilities. Many site conditions, including fire access, utilities and demolition were addressed prior to the construction contract award in December 2019.

Contractor: Colorado Designscapes, Inc.

Designer: DHM Design

Total Project Budget: $3.2M

Construction Began: Feb. 2020

Project Completed: August 2020