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Simonetty: Seems like a good thing
Summary by Aspen News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Nick Simonetty , Aspen Times
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
I’m writing to express my support for the redevelopment application submitted by Mount Adams Capital LLC for the Aspen Motorsports Park in Woody Creek. This track has been part of Pitkin County since 1963. That’s over 60 years of racing, corporate events, driver training and community history. Th...
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Key takeaway This track has been part of Pitkin County since 1963.
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The proposed redevelopment of the Aspen Motorsports Park in Woody Creek has significant implications for Pitkin County's recreational landscape and community character. With the facility's aging infrastructure, the investment by Mount Adams Capital LLC could revitalize a beloved local institution that has been in operation since 1963. The addition of workforce housing and free access for law enforcement driver training and shooting range use addresses pressing needs in the valley, particularly given the region's limited affordable housing options and the importance of public safety training. The fact that the new owners are car enthusiasts committed to preserving the track's history and minimizing noise impacts through berms and sound mitigation is also noteworthy. If the application is rejected, the likely closure of the track would not only erase a piece of local history but also leave a vacant property with no community benefits, making approval of the redevelopment application a crucial decision for the county's future.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: Aspen Times ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? I’m writing to express my support for the redevelopment application submitted by Mount Adams Capital LLC for the Aspen Motorsports Park in Woody Creek. This track has been part of Pitkin County since 1963. That’s over 60 years of racing, corporate events, driver training and community history. Th...
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