Concerns over the future of the Eagle Trace golf course and surrounding water access took center stage at the Broomfield City Council meeting on July 18, 2025. Residents expressed their worries about the deteriorating state of local reservoirs and the potential for the golf course to fall into disrepair.

A task force, formed by five homeowners associations and a group of non-HOA residents, has been actively meeting since January to address these issues. One resident highlighted the lack of city funding to assist with water access, stating, “We created a task force... and we have done a lot of work on it.” The urgency of the situation was underscored by the drying out of reservoirs, which could lead to the area becoming a “feral state.”

Residents voiced their fears about property values and the potential for new development on the golf course site. One speaker noted, “I think that could also be an issue,” referring to increased congestion on Main Street if the area were to be developed. The community is particularly concerned about maintaining the golf course as a valuable asset in the heart of Broomfield.

The task force has explored creating a special district to manage water access, but the estimated cost of over $6 million poses a significant challenge for the approximately 500 homes affected. “I am both relieved and comforted to know that this is now on the city council and city staff's radar screen,” one resident remarked, expressing hope for a collaborative solution.

As discussions continue, residents are eager for the city to take a more active role in resolving these pressing issues, with many looking forward to potential outcomes from the ongoing meetings with city staff. The future of the golf course and local water resources remains a critical topic for the Broomfield community.