The City of Colorado Springs' effort to rejuvenate a slice of its urban oasis can't go unnoticed. The Duck Lake restoration project in Monument Valley Park will be on full display Thursday, Oct. 30, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 11 a.m. Revealed in crisp Colorado freshness, the rebuilt lake now boasts a stone cap and a spanking new aeration system that are expected to be as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing, alongside the painstakingly cleaned and restored original stonework of the historic levee wall.
While converting bluegrass turf to native vegetation, the improved access to the Pikes Peak Greenway Trail resulted from both the north and south ends of the lake, including four new flower beds. According to the City of Colorado Springs, the project underlines the city's commitment to maintaining its historic park spaces, while also delivering a natural and recreational space suited for the future.
"The restoration of Duck Lake honors the legacy of Monument Valley Park while ensuring it remains a thriving natural and recreational space for generations to come," said Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Britt Haley, as per the City of Colorado Springs. During the upcoming ceremony, the locals are set to join forces with Councilmember Nancy Henjum and Haley in delivering remarks that are meant to underline the shared community zeal towards preserving the storied lands of Colorado Springs.
