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Greeley Voters Approve Ballot Measure to Repeal West Greeley Development
New hurdle created for planned 834-acre entertainment complex with Colorado Eagles arena
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Voters in Greeley, Colorado have approved Ballot Issue 1A, which seeks to repeal the city's previous approval of a large-scale development project in west Greeley that includes a new Colorado Eagles hockey arena, water park, hotel, and master-planned community. Though the repeal vote doesn't entirely kill the proposal, it would at least stop the project from continuing for about a year as the next steps remain uncertain.
Why it matters
The proposed west Greeley development project has been a contentious issue in the community, with supporters touting the economic benefits of the new arena and entertainment complex, while opponents have raised concerns about the scale of the project and its impact on the local area. The repeal vote represents a significant setback for the developers and the city, which had already begun work on the project.
The details
Ballot Issue 1A asked voters whether they wanted to repeal Ordinance 30, 2025, which had authorized changes to the zoning map to establish the 834-acre Cascadia Planned Unit Development. According to the unofficial results, more than 20,000 residents submitted ballots, with 11,342 voting yes to repeal the project and only 9,506 voting no to keep it going.
- Ballots were mailed to Greeley residents earlier in February 2026 with a deadline of February 24, 2026 to return them.
- The final vote totals were reported on the evening of February 24, 2026, though the results are still considered unofficial.
The players
City of Greeley
The local government entity that had previously approved the west Greeley development project and put Ballot Issue 1A to a public vote.
Water Valley Company
The developer partnering with the City of Greeley on the proposed 5,000-acre west Greeley development project, which includes the 834-acre Cascadia Planned Unit Development.
Colorado Eagles
The minor league hockey team that was slated to have a new arena as part of the west Greeley development project.
What’s next
The repeal vote creates uncertainty around the future of the west Greeley development project. The city and developers will likely need to re-evaluate their plans and determine the next steps, which could include attempting to get the project approved again through a new ballot measure or exploring alternative development options.
The takeaway
The Greeley special election result highlights the power of local voters to influence major development decisions, even when projects have already begun moving forward. The repeal vote demonstrates the ongoing tensions around balancing economic growth and community concerns in the rapidly changing Front Range region of Colorado.
