On Saturday, July 26, 2025, Sterling Ranch celebrated a significant milestone with the official ribbon cutting of Prospect Park—the community’s first fully inclusive playground and amenity space. The event kicked off an afternoon of live music, free ice cream, and fun activities for families, with added features such as a sensory-friendly tent and kids’ zone.

A Park Designed for All

Located on eight acres, Prospect Park features an inclusive playground, picnic areas, a multi-use turf field, and basketball courts. The playground’s design is tailored to welcome children and adults of all abilities, with ramps, varied swings, zip-lines, and accessible surfacing—a testament to Sterling Ranch’s commitment to inclusive recreation.

Community Collaboration in Action

“We are thrilled to be part of such a wonderful community in Sterling Ranch,” said Jeanette Reynolds, Administrative Coordinator at Sterling Ranch CAB and co-founder of Miles 4 Madison. “What a great day for a groundbreaking! Miles 4 Madison is proud of the work we have done to help build an all-inclusive park in Sterling Ranch! This park will be a welcoming space for all!”

Brock Smethills, President of Sterling Ranch Development Company, also expressed heartfelt support:

“When a community comes together around someone who has experienced loss, you can take a tragic event and make it something that is hopeful.”

Douglas County’s Generous Contribution

Douglas County stepped forward with a $2.5 million contribution from its Parks, Trails, and Open Space fund to help make Prospect Park part of the region’s public amenities. This financial support played a pivotal role in launching the park as a community resource.

Sterling Ranch’s Community Authority Board also invested millions of dollars of its own budget into amenities, underscoring a strong partnership between local government and residents.