Greeley Voters to Decide on Catalyst and Cascadia Zoning

Key players behind the support, opposition, and in-between of the controversial development projects

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Greeley voters have less than a week to decide on whether to repeal the recently approved zoning for the Catalyst and Cascadia projects in west Greeley. Supporters of ballot measure 1A hope to freeze development progress so the city can better address project critics' concerns about financing and transparency, while opponents worry the measure would delay anticipated economic benefits of the project. The article outlines the key players behind the support, the opposition, and the in-between of Catalyst and Cascadia.

Why it matters

The Catalyst and Cascadia projects have become a major point of contention in Greeley, with supporters touting the economic benefits and opponents raising concerns about financing and transparency. The upcoming special election on whether to repeal the zoning for these developments will have significant implications for the city's future growth and development.

The details

The Catalyst project includes plans for a new 8,500-seat arena for the Colorado Eagles hockey team, as well as a hotel and water park. The Cascadia project is a larger residential and commercial development being led by The Water Valley Company. The city of Greeley has approved funding mechanisms for the projects, but a group called Greeley Demands Better gathered enough signatures to force a special election on repealing the zoning. Supporters of the projects, like Greeley Forward and the city council, argue the developments will bring economic benefits, while opponents like Greeley Demands Better and Greeley Deserves Better have raised concerns about the financing and transparency of the projects.

  • Ballots were sent out to Greeley voters earlier this month.
  • The special election is scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
  • Voters must return their ballots by 7 p.m. on February 24 to be counted.

The players

Martin Lind

The founder, president and owner of The Water Valley Company and the owner and CEO of the Colorado Eagles. Lind began talks with the city of Greeley to develop Catalyst and Cascadia in 2024.

Tom Donkle

The chair of Greeley Forward, a group that is staunchly against 1A and in favor of Catalyst and Cascadia.

Rhonda Solis and Brandon Wark

The co-chairs of Greeley Demands Better, the group that gathered signatures to force the special election on repealing the zoning for Catalyst and Cascadia.

Pam Bricker and Dan Wheeler

The co-chairs of Greeley Deserves Better, the group that led the original campaign to try stopping the project by repealing the city's issuance of certificates of participation to fund pre-development work.

Suzanne Taheri

The attorney who has represented both Greeley Deserves Better and Greeley Demands Better in their attempts to freeze Cascadia and Catalyst.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.