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City announces purchase and long-term protection of 187-acre Slate Creek open space
Summary
City manager reported the purchase of the 187-acre Slate Creek Open Space (formerly Brown Ranch) adjacent to Bob Adams Airport; about 131 acres are to be protected by conservation easement with Colorado Open Lands and 56 acres will be for active recreation.
The Steamboat Springs city manager told council on Aug. 4 that the city has completed the purchase of the 187‑acre Slate Creek Open Space, adjacent to Bob Adams Airport and north of a housing-authority parcel formerly called Brown Ranch.
"About 131 of those acres will be permanently protected under conservation easement held by Colorado Open Lands," the city manager said, adding that 56 acres will be designated for developed active recreation such as ball fields, playgrounds and picnic areas, while 6 acres will be identified for future indoor recreation needs.
City staff characterized the acquisition as a long‑term project that increases the city's inventory of conserved land for passive recreation, wildlife habitat and outdoor opportunities.
No formal council action was taken beyond the informational report; staff will continue planning and implementation over coming years.
