![]() ![]() These needs have been identified through the years by the adoption of master plans, which have served as a planning document for capital improvement projects as well as land acquisitions. Since that time the Department has completed acquisitions and increased programming to meet the needs of residents. The City of Wheat Ridge has continued to evolve since its incorporation in 1969. Through time, and using the City’s appropriated share of Open Space funds, Jefferson County Open Space grant funds, and a Great Outdoors Colorado Legacy Grant, Wheat Ridge was able to acquire large tracts of land along the creek to be preserved as open space. These assets were located west of Wadsworth and included Prospect Park.Ĭlear Creek, which travels through the entire length of the City, west to east and the surrounding land areas were identified by both districts as a unique community resource and an ideal location for a system of parks and greenbelt trails. ![]() The City also received any park assets from Prospect Recreation District that were inside the new city boundaries. At incorporation the Wheat Ridge Recreation District was dissolved and the City became responsible for the district’s assets, which were located on the east side of Wadsworth. ![]() Prior to incorporation as a City in 1969 and establishment of a parks and recreation department, the Wheat Ridge Recreation District and the Prospect Recreation District were responsible for the acquisition and development of several parks in Wheat Ridge. Eventually fruit and vegetable farming gave way to greenhouses and the largest production of carnations in the world, earning Wheat Ridge the designation of “Carnation City.” Wheat fields were converted to fruit orchards and vegetable farms across the Denver area. As unsuccessful miners returned to the area and began farming the rich, fertile soil, the community began its growth. It was later named Wheat Ridge for the golden ridges of wheat noted by travelers passing along the Overland Trail. Wheat Ridge “roots” were first established during the Gold Rush of 1859, when the City served as a rest stop for miners headed to mountain gold camps. Wheat Ridge embodies the deep roots of a City with a rich history and a strong sense of community. ![]()
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