City of Evans, Colorado - Community Web Site

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Mike Hunter	Operations Superintendent	(970) 339-4081 ext.109	mhunter@ci.evans.co.us
Scott Sandridge	Parks Tech	(970) 339-4081	ssandridge@ci.evans.co.us
Efren Rodriguez	Parks Tech	(970) 339-4081	erodriguez@ci.evans.co.us

Welcome to the Evans Parks Division home page. The Parks Department oversees 9 parks, developed and undeveloped, totaling 207 acres.

Parks Information
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Park	Location	Status/Acres
City Park	39th & Golden Street	Developed 3.4 acres
Green Meadows	40th St Ct & Belmont	Undeveloped/Open space 1.5 acres

Riverside Park	42nd St & Golden St	Developed 92 acres

Village Park	37th St & 17th Ave	Developed 3.5 acres
Prairie View Park	Prairie View Drive and Harbor Lane	Developed 9 acres

Ridge Park	2426 Bluebells Drive	Developed 5 acres

Pioneer Park	3701 Ponderosa Court	Developed 7 acres

Driftwood Park	37th Street and Harbor Lane	Developed 7 acres

Vineyard Park	6301 Chardonnay Street	Developed 5 acres

Freedom Park (off-leash dog park)	2095 42nd Street	Developed 3.5 acres

City Park
This is our oldest park that offers a variety of uses, including a large picnic pavilion, barbeques, a playground, basketball court, small softball field, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, restrooms and shade provided by many large, mature trees.

Green Meadows
This park is undeveloped but has a few acres of open turf to run around and play a game of football.

Riverside Park
This park features a 7-acre fishing lake, over two miles of scenic trails, fishing docks, two lighted ball fields, spacious playground area, two picnic pavilions, basketball courts, soccer fields, restrooms and many acres of undeveloped open space. Alcohol is strictly prohibited in the athletic fields.

Village Park
This park offers two lighted tennis courts, playground area, pavilion, picnic tables, basketball court, sand volleyball, restrooms and open turf.

Prairie View Park
This is one of Evans' newer parks that offers a picnic pavilion, restrooms, basketball court, playground and soccer field. This park also has Evans' first skate park that is located next to the pavilion.

Ridge Park
Another one of Evans' new parks, Ridge Park offers 4 small single bench picnic shelters and one large pavilion each with its own barbeque, a large soccer-sized open turf, and a playground with the city's only merry-go-round.

Pioneer Park
One of Evans' newest parks, Pioneer offers a tot-lot playground, walking paths and open turf/grass.

Driftwood Park
Driftwood offers a climbing wall, a large playground structure, walking paths, a picnic pavilion, and a basketball half-court.

Vineyard Park
This park offers 5 acres of open space and landscaping, walking trails and a brand new playground!

Freedom Park Off-Leash Dog Park
At this park, there are separate spaces available for large dogs, small/timid dogs and an agility training area.

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Wildlife at Riverside Park

Pavilion Rental
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The City of Evans has several parks and trails available. Pavilions at City Park, Village Park, Riverside Park, Prairie View Park and Ridge Park may be reserved for a fee. All other parks amenities are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Park & Address	Seating Capacity	Fee
City Park Pavilion 39th St & Golden St	Approx. 100-120	Rental fee - $50

Village Park Pavilion 37th St & 17th Ave	Approx. 40-50	Rental fee - $35

Riverside Park Sports Pavilion 4000 Riverside Parkway	Approx. 80-100	Rental fee - $50

Prairie View Park Pavilion Prairie View Drive and Harbor Lane	Approx. 40-50	Rental fee - $50

Ridge Park (large pavilion) 2426 Bluebells Drive	Approx. 30	Rental fee - $35

ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE CONFIRMED AND PAID FOR UPON RESERVATION. REFUNDS WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE IF THE RESERVATION IS CANCELED 14 DAYS PRIOR TO THE DATE OF THE RESERVATION.
Any damages or extra staff clean-up that occurs during rental time at the park may result in additional charges. If you would like to reserve a pavilion or have any questions regarding park facilities, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 475-1125.

PARKS RULES AND REGULATIONS
Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily

RULES:
Controlled dogs are allowed on City owned parks, trails, and open space. A controlled dog must be on a leash ten feet or less in length, attached to the dog and held by or tied to a person. Any owner, taking the animal upon any public way or other public property in the city, shall immediately remove or cause to be removed, and lawfully dispose of all fecal matter left on such property by the animal. Please help us keep Evans clean and healthy!
Glass containers are prohibited.
Alcohol is strictly prohibited at the Riverside Ball Fields.

Approved Landscape Planting List
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The City of Evans has adopted an approved landscape planting list for tree and shrubs within City limits. These species have been approved as types and varieties that groom well in the Evans area. Additionally, only these species will be allowed to be planted in City right-of-way areas (i.e. - Parkways) if indicated as an appropriate Street Tree. If improper trees and/or shrubs are planted in the parkways, the resident may be requested to remove the plant. For more tree and landscaping related details, please refer to the Evans Municipal Code Chapters 8.14, 16.42 and/or 19.47.

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Approved Landscape Planting List

Parks and Recreation Master Plan
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Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Irrigation Design Guidelines
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Lawn and Grass Specifications

Raw Water Standards

Irrigation Specifications

Open Space & Trails Master Plan
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The Open Space and Trails Master Plan is intended to be a comprehensive master plan for the guidance of trail development and open space needs within the current Evans City limits as well as the defined urban growth area as determined by the City Comprehensive Plan dated May, 2002.

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Appendices A through C

Open Space & Trails Master Plan

Online Parks Reservations
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Welcome to the Evans Parks & Recreation Department on-line reservation system! Click here to get started now. We are excited about this new registration process and hope it provides a convenient way for you to reserve our parks. You will need to create an account for yourself and/or your family to get started. Please visit the Evans Community Complex if you need assistance.