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Read our Latest E-newsletter

Find out about all the latest news, activities and events at Foothills! View our latest e-newsletter and an archive of previous communications. To receive the Foothills e-newsletter direct to your … Continued

Prairie Dog Relocation

In accordance with Foothills Park & Recreation District’s Prairie Dog Management Plan, in instances where management is required, there are currently several generally accepted methods of managing prairie dog colonies: … Continued

Doo The Right Thing – Help Keep Your Parks Healthy!

Please help to keep your parks healthy. During the winter months we see an influx of dog waste in the parks. Please remember to pick up after your pets and … Continued

Congratulations Scholarship Winners!

Congratulations to the recipients of our 2023 part-time employee scholarship program! Twice a year, Foothills awards scholarships in the amount of $500 to help part-time staff members pursue their goals … Continued

Board of Directors – Election Results

Letter to the Community

Proposed New South Jeffco Library Site – Delayed Indefinitely

UPDATE: January 9, 2023 In 2022, Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) considered a proposal from the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) to purchase up to six acres of the 29.6-acre … Continued

Foothills Community Spotlight: Two Very Different Jobs in the Foothills Community

“One of my favorite things about working at Colorado Credit Union and coaching at the Edge is making an impact.” – Whitney Thomas Here at Foothills, our mission is Creating … Continued

Foothills receives 2020 Columbine Award for Park Renovation Design

Foothills Park & Recreation District has been awarded the 2020 Columbine Award for Park Renovation Design through Colorado Parks and Recreation Association.  The Award was presented for the new inclusive … Continued

2020 Election Results

Letter to the Community

NEW – 24/7 Library services outside Ridge Recreation Center

Exercise your mind and your body at the same place! Starting October 1, 2020 you can access the Jefferson County Public Library Holds Locker, Lending Machine and Returns Bin at … Continued

Safety Hero: Kevin Wilks of Foothills Park & Recreation District

Congratulations to over very own Kevin Wilks, Regional Parks Supervisor, for being recognized as a Safety Hero by Colorado Special Districts Property and Liability Pool. Kevin has been with the … Continued

2019 Year in Review

Thank you all for helping Foothills Park & Recreation District celebrate our 60th anniversary year in 2019! It was a busy year for us, and we are extremely proud of … Continued

Clement Park Grand Opening Event Celebrates Multiple Improvements to West Side of Park

Performing Arts Themed, Inclusive Playground; Improved Amphitheater and Festival Area; Lighting and Irrigation System Upgrades; and More Foothills Park & Recreation District is proud to celebrate the new improvements on … Continued

Foothills awarded GOCO grant for inclusive playground

$350,000 grant will help build an inclusive playground

Mill Levy Election Results

Letter to the Community

A family dressed in costume for trick-or-treating.
What’s Happening at Foothills?

Check out the variety of seasonal special events Foothills puts on for everyone in the community to enjoy!