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Dedicated to Preserving & Protecting
420 Acres of Off-Leash Dog Access

Like you, we love the wide open space, 360 degree vistas and
multitude of trails begging our furry friends and us to roam free at Westminster Hills Open Space.

Save the park & be a part of the pawsitive solutions. 

The City's recent management study threatens to significantly alter this unique gem in Westminster. Our pack of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers are working to keep #all420acres off-leash while maintaining a transparent, positive and collaborative process.
Important Upcoming Dates
  • May 8, 2024: Meet City Council Member Obi Ezeadi at the dog park

  • May 9, 2024: PROSLAB Budget meeting

  • May 13, 2024: City Council Meeting (public comments)

  • May 20, 2024: City Council study session

  • June 3, 2024: City Council study session. WHOS PLAN TO BE PRESENTED & DISCUSSED

  • June 10, 2024: City Council Meeting (public comments)

  • July 15, 2024:  City Council study session. WHOS PLAN APPROVAL

Our Message to City Leaders

On March 11, Westy Dog Park Guardians presented a 30-page memo to Westminster City Council,  highlighting key findings from our team's thorough analysis of reports and community feedback to-date. It includes:

  • Benefits to the community
  • Analysis of City survey findings
  • Questions surrounding the ERO report
  • Proposed solutions

A huge thank you to the Guardians whose professional expertise and tireless efforts were instrumental in developing this critical communication.

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Your Bark Counts

Ultimately, City Council will make the final decision on the fate of our off-leash dog park and your bark counts. Submit written or verbal comments in advance or participate in person during the live City Council meetings. Learn more.

Upcoming Meetings:

  • May 8: Meet City Council Member Obi Ezeadi at the dog park

  • May 13: City Council Meeting (public comments)

  • June 3: City Council study session. WHOS PLAN TO BE PRESENTED & DISCUSSED

  • June 10 City Council Meeting (public comments)

  • July 15:  City Council study session. WHOS PLAN APPROVAL

Community Advisory Team

The City has introduced a Community Advisory Team (CAT) tasked with advising the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department (PRL) in assessing the preliminary management recommendations included in the WHOS Conditions Report and developing a draft WHOS Management Plan. The CAT will help identify solutions to preserve and protect this beloved space. 

A representative from Westminster Dog Park Guardians holds a seat on this team. Learn more.

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Unleash the Energy

"A tired pup is a good pup."

— Shari, Mom to Maggie 🐾

Uniquely Westy

"It's a unique gathering place where you not only run into neighbors but also new faces from the community with whom you immediately have something in common."

— Kim, Mom of Bristol & Isla 🐾

Wag More, Bark Less

"We want Westminster Hills to be beautiful for years to come. We want to be part of the solution."

— Andrew, Dad of Mystic 🐾