Take Action Now — More Resources to Stay Involved & Community Meeting!
Dear 1,990+ Supporters of Keep Zoning,
Thank you for signing this petition. Your voice matters — and we need you to amplify it before the October 20 BOCC hearing when the Board will decide whether to approve the land disposal of Meridian Village.
Three ways to engage RIGHT NOW:
📍 Join Us: Community Forum — Monday, October 12
Connect with your neighbors and prepare for the crucial BOCC meeting.
📅 Monday, October 12, 2026 | 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. MT
📍 Stepping Stone Club House (Lantern House) | 11509 W Stepping Stone Cir, Parker, CO 80134
This community-led forum is a safe space to:
- Share concerns and stories about the Meridian Village project
- Learn the statutory land disposal standards and how to testify
- Develop talking points for the October 20 BOCC hearing
- Connect with neighbors who care about preserving open space and transparent planning
- No experience necessary. No registration required. Bring your questions.
🌳 Explore the Full Picture: MeridianVillageOpenSpace.com
Discover a Better Vision for Meridian Village
Visit www.MeridianVillageOpenSpace.com — a community-created resource hub designed to:
- Understand the proposal: Explore detailed information about Project ZR2026-008 and the land disposal process
- Get involved: Find concrete ways to make your voice heard before the October 20 BOCC hearing
- Stay informed: Access ongoing updates as this process unfolds
- Imagine alternatives: See what this parcel could become — a vision rooted in open space, community benefit, and thoughtful land stewardship
Created by a passionate community member who believes in transparency and better planning, this site brings together the facts, the timeline, and the possibilities.
📺 Watch & Share: YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@KeepMeridianZoning for:
Recordings of community meetings with Shea
Why This Matters
The BOCC will apply six statutory standards to approve or deny the land disposal. This process should prioritize community input, transparency, and alignment with the parcel's original zoning as park/recreation space.
We have 8 days to:
- Attend the community forum (Oct 12)
- Learn the facts and prepare testimony
- Share resources with your network
- Show up and speak at the October 20 hearing
Hearing Details:
📅 October 20, 2026 | 2:30 P.M. (arrive by 2:00 P.M.)
📍 Location:
Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room
100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104
This is grassroots organizing at its best — neighbors helping neighbors prepare to be heard.
Thank you for staying engaged. See you on October 12 and October 20.
Question? Contact Trevor Bedford, AICP (Douglas County Planning Dept) at tbedford@douglasco.gov or 303.814.4372.
Commissioner Office:
alaydon@douglasco.gov - 303.660.7335
kvanwinkle@douglasco.gov - 303.660.7380
gteal@douglasco.gov - 303.819.5936