Hard Hat Tour: Reynolds Landing Project (Members Only)

This is a members only tour. DAF Membership will be verified upon ticket purchase. Click here to become a DAF member. DAF Member tickets available July 16.

About the tour: Join the Denver Architecture Foundation and the Reynolds Landing project team for a guided site tour of this multi-part river and park improvement effort along the South Platte River in Littleton. The tour will highlight the project’s broader vision, including river restoration, ecological improvements, park and trail enhancements, and how the team is working to reconnect the community to the river corridor. Guests will hear directly from the project team on the “why” behind the project, including the history of the site, key design decisions, and the collaboration between agencies, designers, and builders. The tour will also touch on in-channel work, park development, and how construction is being sequenced and delivered in an active river environment, along with overall progress made on site.

About Reynolds Landing Project: Reynolds Landing is a 13-acre river corridor and park improvement project focused on restoring a degraded reach of the South Platte River while enhancing public access and recreation. The project brings together multiple partners including Mile High Flood District, the City of Littleton, South Suburban Parks and Recreation, and Arapahoe County. The work includes channel restoration, bank stabilization, habitat improvements, trail connections, and park amenities designed to create a destination that balances ecological function with community use. The project reflects a long-term vision to improve river health while creating a space for people to gather, explore, and engage with the South Platte.

About the tour guides: Members of the project team will present their expertise:

Lee Adams, Preconstruction Manager. Lee supports preconstruction planning, constructability reviews, and cost development. He works closely with project teams to align design intent with construction execution and help position projects for successful field implementation.

Tanya Klinefelter, Environmental Manager. Tanya specializes in environmental compliance, stormwater management, and water quality protection. She helps ensure all construction activities meet regulatory requirements while preserving and protecting the surrounding river corridor.

Frank Puentes, Concrete Superintendent. Frank leads on-site concrete operations and has 18 years of experience in civil construction. His expertise includes delivering high-quality structural and sculpted concrete that complements both the natural environment and the project’s overall design vision.

Raul Rios, Project Manager. Raul has 8 years of experience in civil construction, specializing in river restoration, drainageway improvements, and earthwork. He manages coordination between field crews, the design team, and project stakeholders to ensure work progresses efficiently and remains aligned with overall project objectives.

Josh Romans, Superintendent. Josh brings more than 27 years of experience in drainageway and civil construction, including extensive work on Mile High Flood District projects. He oversees daily field operations, coordinating crews, equipment, and construction sequencing to maintain safe and efficient project delivery.

Joe Schneider, President. Joe leads Western States Reclamation and has more than 16 years of experience in parks, trails, and landscape construction. His expertise includes estimating, procurement, and project delivery, with a strong emphasis on identifying constructability challenges early and developing durable, field-ready solutions.

Cameron Stevens, Business Development Manager. Cameron has 10 years of experience in civil construction, including previous work with Naranjo Civil. He focuses on client coordination, project pursuits, and fostering collaboration among project teams to support successful project outcomes.

Accessibility: Due to the nature of an active construction site, the group is likely to be traversing uneven surfaces or using stairs that may not be suitable for wheelchairs or other mobility devices. There will be limited opportunity for seated rest throughout this tour.

******* IMPORTANT *******

This is an active construction site and anything can happen. PPE (hard hat, safety vest and safety glasses) is required for a portion of this tour. DAF will have loaner sets available for use, but if you would prefer to bring your own, please do so.

For safety purposes, attendees’ clothing must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Close-toed sturdy shoes: Boots do not have to be steel toe. Hiking boots are permitted if they are durable and at least ankle high. Tennis shoes, high heels, sandals, flip flops, and fashion boots are not acceptable footwear for the tour.
• Full-length pants or jeans: Pants must be long enough to touch the top of your shoes. Shorts, capri pants, skirts and dresses should not be worn.
• Shirts with minimum four-inch sleeves.

Refund policy: The Denver Architecture Foundation is a nonprofit educational organization. Ticket sales support the Foundation in continuing to provide quality events to the public. We are unable to provide refunds or credits for any reason less than 48 hours prior to the event.

Please note that DAF tours take place rain, snow or shine. If your tour includes an outdoor portion, please dress for the weather. DAF staff will contact all attendees directly should a tour be cancelled for any reason.