Volunteers at the Outdoor Classroom

Open Space Advisory Committee 
The Open Space Advisory Committee is appointed by City Council to make recommendations regarding the acquisition and management of open space properties. They also act as the Tree Board for the City. Committee members are appointed by City Council and meet on the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm in Council Chambers. They organize several activities each year to stimulate public appreciation of Lafayette’s natural resources. Look for an annual Arbor Day event and the yearly Open Space Day event each fall on the third Saturday of September. Open space properties are up for adoption by families, neighborhood groups, schools, companies and other organizations in the Adopt an Open Space program. Call 303-665-5588, ext. 3610 for more information.

Arbor Day
Each April Open Space staff in conjunction with the Open Space Advisory Committee coordinates a volunteer opportunity focusing on Arbor Day and the planting of trees in our community.  More information can be found just prior to the event through the online City News, the City Update or by calling 303-665-5506 x 3610.

Open Space Day
An annual celebration in Lafayette, Open Space Day occurs in late summer/early fall and provides volunteer opportunities on various open space parcels.  Past projects include the planting of rabbit brush and other native shrubs on Rothman Open Space and the planting of native grass seeds and laying of weed mat at Thomas Open Space.  Fun times are had by all who participate.  Check for a City News article and the City Update for more information on this event toward the end of summer.  You may also call 303-665-5506 x 3610 for more information.