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The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a meeting on March 19. Meeting highlights include:

• Recognition of outgoing board members.
• Election of Tiffany Ball as Chair.
• Election of Terry Faber as Chair Pro Tem.
• A discussion about trail signage for the recently named trails on the west side of the community.

Please review the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board agenda for more information about all agenda items.

About the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the City Council on issues related to parks and recreation, including legislative policies, the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, as well as policies for the acquisition, development, and improvement of recreation facilities. The Board consists of five residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Board meets on the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. in the Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines, or virtually.

The March edition of the City's e-newsletter is now available. Complete the Economic Development Strategic Plan survey, learn how to apply for a wildfire mitigation grant, and more. bit.ly/TheSourceMarch2026

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The agenda for the March 19 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting is now available. The meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the March 19 meeting virtually.

About the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the City Council on issues related to parks and recreation, including legislative policies, the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, as well as policies for the acquisition, development, and improvement of recreation facilities. The Board consists of five residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Board meets on the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines, or virtually.

For more information about the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, visit the Board's webpage.

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on March 10. Meeting highlights include:

• Approving utility easement agreements with Public Service Company of Colorado.
• Approving a master services agreement with OpenGov, Inc. for software services.
• Approving a statement of work with General Networks Corporation for technical consulting services.
• Approving a resolution naming 15 additional trail segments.
• A study session on electric vehicle safety, including an overview of existing laws and vehicle types.

View the March 10 City Council meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the City Council Meetings webpage to watch the recording.

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The agenda for the March 10 City Council meeting is now available. The meeting will begin with a study session at 5:30 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.

City Council meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the meeting virtually.

Crowsnest Annexation Timeline

Following a request by the City of Castle Pines, the applicant has agreed to modify the review timeline for the Crowsnest property annexation petition. The revised timeline will allow the applicant more time to address the City's questions regarding the application and for staff to provide a comprehensive analysis and review of the petition and negotiated documents, so that the City Council can make an informed policy decision on whether or not to approve the annexation. No public hearings related to the Crowsnest annexation petition are scheduled for the March 10 meeting. Visit the annexation petition webpage for the latest information and dates.

About City Council Meetings

The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane, Event Hall. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings. Anyone who wants to address the Council may do so during the public comment period at the regular meetings of the City Council.  Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

Study sessions are held, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. on the first, second, and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Study sessions are informational meetings and differ in several ways from the regular City Council meetings. While the City Council may give direction to City staff, no votes are cast, no formal action is taken, and there is no public comment during the study session.

The Planning Commission held a meeting on March 5. Highlights from the meeting include:

• A study session discussion about the Three Mile Plan update.

View the March 5 Planning Commission Special Meeting agenda for more information. Visit the Planning Commission webpage to view the meeting recording or for more information about the Commission.

About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.

For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.

The agenda for the March 5 Planning Commission Special Meeting is now available. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Planning Commission meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the March 5 meeting virtually.

About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.

For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.

The Planning Commission held a meeting on February 26. Highlights from the meeting include:

• Approving the 7 Brew Site Improvement Plan.
• Approving the Foundry Church Site Improvement Plan.
• A study session about the Three Mile Plan update.

View the February 26 Planning Commission meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the Planning Commission webpage to view the meeting recording or for more information about the Commission.

About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.

For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on February 24. Meeting highlights include:

• Approval of the appointment of new regular members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
• Approval of a resolution finding the Crowsnest property eligible for annexation in accordance with Colorado state law. This is the second step in the annexation process; it does not mean that the City Council supports or opposes the policy question of whether the property should be annexed. It determines whether the property is eligible for annexation.
• An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
• A study session presentation from the Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency about liability, best practices for board management, and more.

View the February 24 City Council meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the City Council Meetings webpage to watch the recording

Updated Annexation Petition Timeline:

Following a request by the City of Castle Pines, the applicant has agreed to modify the review timeline for the Crowsnest property annexation petition. The new timeline will allow the applicant more time to address the City's questions regarding the application and for staff to provide a comprehensive analysis and review of the petition and negotiated documents, so that the City Council can make an informed policy decision on whether or not to approve the annexation.

• January 13: City Council found the petition in substantial compliance with State law.
• February 24: City Council found the property eligible for annexation.
• March 26: The Planning Commission considers the applicant's proposed Planned Development zoning in order to make a recommendation for the City Council's consideration.
  • This Planned Development zoning item is a quasi-judicial process. The Planning Commission cannot discuss this specific matter outside the public hearing.
• April 7: The City Council considers the following:
  • An ordinance to approve the annexation (first reading).
  • An ordinance to approve an annexation agreement (first reading).
  • An ordinance to approve the Planned Development zoning for the Crowsnest property (first reading).
    • This Planned Development zoning item is a quasi-judicial process. The City Council cannot discuss this specific matter outside the public hearing.
  • An ordinance on vested property rights (first reading).
• April 28: City Council considers the following:
  • An ordinance to approve the annexation (second reading).
  • An ordinance to approve an annexation agreement (second reading).
  • An ordinance to approve the Planned Development zoning for the Crowsnest property (second reading).
    • This Planned Development zoning item is a quasi-judicial process. The City Council cannot discuss this specific matter outside the public hearing.
  • An ordinance on vested property rights (second reading).

The timeline above is subject to change and is dependent on the City Council's approval or denial of each step. Visit the Crowsnest Annexation Petition webpage for the latest information on the annexation petition.

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The agenda for the February 26 Planning Commission meeting is now available. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Planning Commission meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the February 26 meeting virtually.

About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.

For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a meeting on February 19. Meeting highlights include:

• An update about the upcoming renovations at Coyote Ridge Park, including a reduction in the cost estimate.
• A discussion and recommendation for perimeter landscape design for the area adjacent to the Monarch Boulevard and Buffalo Trail roundabout.
• The trail naming process continued for trails 15-23.

Please review the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board agenda for more information about all agenda items.

About the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the City Council on issues related to parks and recreation, including legislative policies, the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, as well as policies for the acquisition, development, and improvement of recreation facilities. The Board consists of five residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Board meets on the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. in the Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines, or virtually.

The agenda for the February 24 City Council meeting is now available. The meeting will begin with a study session at 5:30 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.

City Council meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the meeting virtually.

About City Council Meetings

The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane, Event Hall. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings. Anyone who wants to address the Council may do so during the public comment period at the regular meetings of the City Council.  Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

Study sessions are held, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. on the first, second, and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Study sessions are informational meetings and differ in several ways from the regular City Council meetings. While the City Council may give direction to City staff, no votes are cast, no formal action is taken, and there is no public comment during the study session.

Information courtesy of Douglas County

In 2021, Colorado joined a national settlement with opioid manufacturers and distributors for their role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The Douglas County Opioid Council oversees local funding received through the settlement, managing resources for programs that address opioid use and substance use disorder.

These funds must be used for state-approved purposes focused on reducing harm and supporting individuals, families, and the broader community, such as prevention and education, harm reduction, treatment, recovery services, and criminal justice services.

To help ensure allocated funds reflect the community’s most pressing needs, the Council is asking residents to complete a short prioritization survey. Community feedback will directly inform future funding decisions and program investments.

Residents are encouraged to take the survey by March 9 to help shape the future of opioid response efforts in Douglas County: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/H7GWHBM

About previous funding awards

The Douglas County Opioid Council has awarded more than $1.7 million in opioid settlement funding to support prevention, treatment, recovery, and education programs across the community.

In 2024, approximately $1.1 million was distributed to seven organizations and initiatives, including AllHealth Network, HardBeauty Foundation, Douglas County School District, and others, to expand peer support, youth prevention, transportation, case management, and public awareness efforts.

In 2025, an additional $667,000 was awarded to HardBeauty and Valley Hope of Parker to strengthen peer recovery support and assist individuals entering sober living environments. Together, these investments reflect the County’s ongoing commitment to addressing substance use and expanding access to recovery resources for residents.

The February edition of the City's e-newsletter is now available. Learn about upcoming City open houses, the Economic Development Strategic Plan, upcoming renovations to the community center room, and more. bit.ly/TheSourceFebruary2026

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Earlier this month, the City Council approved a construction contract with O-A-K Colorado LLC to complete renovations to the Castle Pines Community Center. Renovations to the building, located at 7404 Yorkshire Drive, will include improvements to lighting, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and interior spaces. The renovations will improve an existing community asset and create an upgraded meeting space for residents, City meetings, and local organizations.

Construction is expected to begin in early March and be completed this summer. Once the renovations are complete, City Council, Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Urban Renewal Authority meetings will be held at the Castle Pines Community Room moving forward. Resident and community group rentals will resume following construction.

The agenda for the February 19 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting is now available. The meeting will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the February 19 meeting virtually.

About the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the City Council on issues related to parks and recreation, including legislative policies, the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, as well as policies for the acquisition, development, and improvement of recreation facilities. The Board consists of five residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Board meets on the third Thursday of every month at 4:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines, or virtually.

For more information about the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, visit the Board's webpage.

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on February 10. Meeting highlights include:

• Approving a construction contract with O-A-K Colorado LLC to complete renovations to the Castle Pines Community Center.
• Approving a resolution to appoint members to the Combined Planning and Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment.
• Approving a resolution to appoint City Council appointees to various committees and boards for 2026 and 2027.
• Approving amendments to the Public Records policy.
• Approving an agreement for services with CORE Electric Cooperative to install street lights at the Monarch Boulevard and Buffalo Trail roundabout.
• A study session to conduct interviews for vacant seats on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

View the February 10 City Council meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the City Council Meetings webpage to watch the recording.

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The agenda for the February 10 City Council meeting is now available. City Council will conduct interviews with applicants for open seats on the Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board beginning at 4:00 p.m. The regular City Council meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

City Council meetings are held as hybrid meetings, with both virtual and in-person attendance options available. Meetings are held at the Castle Pines Library Event Hall (360 Village Square Lane). Register to attend the meeting virtually.

About City Council Meetings

The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane, Event Hall. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings. Anyone who wants to address the Council may do so during the public comment period at the regular meetings of the City Council.  Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

Study sessions are held, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. on the first, second, and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Study sessions are informational meetings and differ in several ways from the regular City Council meetings. While the City Council may give direction to City staff, no votes are cast, no formal action is taken, and there is no public comment during the study session.

The City of Castle Pines was recently featured in the Colorado Real Estate Journal in an article examining how the community is planning for its next phase of growth along the Interstate 25 corridor. The piece provides an overview of the infrastructure investments, land use planning, and long-term strategies that are guiding future development in Castle Pines.

The article highlights the importance of aligning transportation, utilities, and public improvements with entitled land and market timing. It also explores how the City is planning capital projects and coordinating with regional partners to ensure infrastructure is in place to support new development.

A key theme of the story is predictability. Through long-range planning, clear land use policies, and a thoughtful development review process, Castle Pines is working to manage growth in a way that supports economic opportunity while maintaining the community character and quality of life that residents love.

Read the full article in Colorado Real Estate Journal: https://cdn.etype.services/Production_Prod/Jobs/702/2026-01-30/508458/FlippingBook/Colorado-Real-Estate-Journal_508458/30/index.html

Big things are happening in Castle Pines, and the story is getting some well-deserved national attention. Business View Magazine recently published a feature on the City of Castle Pines that takes a closer look at how our community is preparing for the future. The article highlights major infrastructure investments, plans for a long-envisioned mixed-use district, and the thoughtful approach the City is taking to growth along the Interstate 25 corridor.

At its core, the story is about balance and how Castle Pines is creating new opportunities while protecting the natural beauty and high quality of life our residents value. From long-range planning and careful land use reviews to trails, utilities, and transportation improvements, the article captures the momentum building across the community.

👉 Read the full article: https://businessviewmagazine.com/civil-municipal/jan-2026/127/

The agenda for the February 3 City Council study session is now available. City Council will conduct interviews with applicants for open seats on the Castle Pines Planning Commission. Selected applicants are scheduled to be appointed during the February 10 City Council meeting.

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on January 27. Meeting highlights include:

• Approving an ordinance to amend the Castle Pines Municipal Code to add a new Article 9 concerning massage facilities.
• Approving an ordinance to amend the Castle Pines Municipal Code to opt out of the firearm prohibitions of Senate Bill 24-131.
• Approving an ordinance to amend the Castle Pines Zoning Ordinance to disallow certain commercial uses, including pawnshops, junk yards, and vape shops, in the business district. The ordinance allows certain uses in the business district, including body art services, while allowing certain uses depending on location and distance from other similar uses, including car washes, payday loans, major vehicle services, and minor vehicle services. This applies only in the business district. The ordinance does not apply to previously approved planned developments that specifically allow the above uses.
• Approving the adoption of City Council policy documents, including City Council Guiding Principles, City Council Procedures and Rules of Order, and City Council and Boards/Commissions Protocols.
• A study session to discuss the 2025 community survey results.
• An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
• An update from the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce.

View the January 27 City Council meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the City Council Meetings webpage to watch the recording.

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The agenda for the January 27 City Council meeting is now available. The meeting will begin with a study session at 5:30 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Register to attend the meeting virtually.

About City Council Meetings

The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane, Event Hall. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings. Anyone who wants to address the Council may do so during the public comment period at the regular meetings of the City Council.  Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

Study sessions are held, as needed, at 5:30 p.m. on the first, second, and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Study sessions are informational meetings and differ in several ways from the regular City Council meetings. While the City Council may give direction to City staff, no votes are cast, no formal action is taken, and there is no public comment during the study session.

The Planning Commission held a meeting on January 22. Highlights from the meeting include:

• A study session for the Affordable Housing Fast Track and Overlay Zone project.
• Approving The Ridge Site Improvement Plan Major Revision.
• Approving The Peaks Site Improvement Plan.

View the January 22 Planning Commission meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the Planning Commission webpage to view the meeting recording or for more information about the Commission.

About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment

The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.

For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.