Salisbury Town Council reviews North Park expansion site plan for additional parkland

The Planning Commission meeting held on June 26, 2025, in Parker, Douglas County, focused primarily on the proposed expansion of Salisbury Regional Park. The meeting began with a presentation detailing the Salisbury North Park expansion phase 1 site plan, which aims to add 44.84 acres of developed parkland to the existing park.

The site, located north of Salisbury Regional Park and south of Ransfeld Road, has been part of the town's planning since the Salisbury Park master plan was adopted in 2014. The first phase of development will include the construction of four lighted baseball and softball fields, two lighted multi-use fields, a pedestrian promenade, restrooms, a food truck parking area, required parking, landscaping, and a decorative garden.

Typically, site plan applications are reviewed and approved administratively. However, due to the nature of the project as a public facility owned by the town, it requires a public hearing before both the Planning Commission and the Town Council. The original master plan for Salisbury Park was approved in May 2000, with the first phase completed in 2001. The current proposal marks the first phase of development for the newly acquired land.

The Parker 2035 master plan designates the property for medium-density residential use, emphasizing the importance of community assets like parks. The proposed expansion aligns with the goals of this master plan, providing additional regional park space to meet community needs.

Staff reviewed the proposal and confirmed its consistency with the master plan, noting that utility providers have confirmed capacity and availability. All public notice requirements have been met, leading staff to recommend that the Planning Commission endorse the site plan for approval by the Town Council.

Following the staff presentation, the project manager, Brett Collins, and other team members were present to address any questions from the commission. The meeting concluded with a positive outlook on the proposed expansion, highlighting its potential benefits for the community.