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The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on September 23. Meeting highlights include:

• A study session about commercial development.
• An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
• Approving the acceptance of a permanent drainage easement from Shea Canyons, LLC, connected to The Canyons Filing No.3, 4th Amendment.
• Approving a construction manager services agreement with Kraemer North America, LLC for the I-25 and Happy Canyon Road interchange project.
• Approving an intergovernmental agreement with Douglas County to accept $600,000 in financial contributions for the construction of the roundabout at Buffalo Trail and Monarch Boulevard.
• Approving a design concept for a monument feature at the roundabout at Happy Canyon Road and Lagae Road.

View the September 23 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 September 25 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 July 24 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 agenda for the September 23 City Council meeting is now available. The study session will begin at 5 p.m., and the regular meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

City Council meetings are held as a hybrid meeting, 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 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a meeting on September 18. Meeting highlights include:

• Recommending approval of improvements to the baseball field at Coyote Ridge Park, including fencing, foul poles, shaded dugouts, players' benches, a new backstop, and making the field a regulation size. City Council will consider the recommendation at a future City Council meeting.
• A continuation of the trail naming process for public trails in 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 September edition of the City's e-newsletter is now available. Learn about how to prepare for emergencies during National Preparedness Month, the latest on the Monarch Boulevard construction project, upcoming fall events, and more. bit.ly/TheSourceSeptember2025

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After evaluating fire and fuel conditions, as well as current weather and forecasts, Sheriff Darren Weekly has decided to rescind Stage 1 fire restrictions in unincorporated Douglas County, including the City of Castle Pines and the Town of Larkspur, effective immediately. While moisture levels have improved, wildfire risk remains, so please continue to be careful with any open flames. Stay safe!

The agenda for the September 18 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 September 18 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 Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) recognized Castle Pines City Manager Michael Penny with its Distinguished Service Award at the annual DRCOG awards celebration. The event, themed “Innovate, Collaborate, Elevate,” marked DRCOG’s 70th anniversary as the region’s metropolitan planning organization.

City Manager Penny was recognized for his long-standing commitment to regional collaboration, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the quality of life in the communities he has served throughout his municipal government career. The Distinguished Service Awards honor individuals who have contributed to the success of DRCOG programs and initiatives to enhance and protect quality of life.

For more information about DRCOG’s awards celebration, visit drcog.org/awards.

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on September 9. Meeting highlights include:

• A study session about the draft Transportation Master Plan and wildfire mitigation efforts.
• Recognition of City Manager Michael Penny for receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the Denver Regional Council of Governments.
• Approving the appointment of assistant municpal judges to serve when the presiding municipal judge is unavailable.
• Approving a professional services agreement with DTJ Design Inc. for the gateway monument and landscaping at the Happy Canyon Road and Lagae Road roundabout.
• Approving a contract with Designscapes, Colorado Inc. for snow removal services.

View the September 9 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 September 9 City Council meeting is now available. The study session will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the regular meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

City Council meetings are held as a hybrid meeting, 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.

Members of the Castle Pines City Council and Planning Commission, along with representatives from Life Time and Swinerton Construction, gathered this morning to break ground on a new Life Time athletic country club coming to The Canyons neighborhood with a planned opening in late 2026.

The two-story, more than 102,000-square-foot Life Time club will be located east of I-25 near Castle Pines Parkway and Canyonside Boulevard. Once complete, the club is expected to employ more than 300 full-time and part-time team members. This marks the largest commercial development within the 2.1 million square feet commercial area zoned for future business use in The Canyons.

Designed to showcase Life Time’s full ecosystem of all things healthy living, healthy aging, and healthy entertainment, the new Life Time facility serving the Castle Pines community will feature:

• Indoor and outdoor pickleball courts.
• An outdoor pool and beach club with lap and leisure pools, waterslides, cabanas, and a poolside bistro.
• A LifeSpa, Life Time’s full-service salon and spa.
• A LifeCafe serving healthy smoothies, coffee, and meals-to-go.
• The Life Time Kids Academy where kids can play, as well as a toddler area. Kids aged three months to 11 years can learn, play, and grow with engaging and enriching age-specific programming and classes.
• Dedicated studios for yoga, cycling, Pilates, and barre, strength training areas, and cardio equipment

“Castle Pines residents will love the convenience of having world-class recreation programs and amenities right here in our own backyard,” said Castle Pines Council Member Geoff Blue. “Life Time’s arrival will bring more opportunities for fitness, fun, and connection in Castle Pines.”

Site preparation began earlier this year, with work ongoing throughout the summer. Construction is expected to begin in early 2026, with the club anticipated to open later in the year. Presale memberships will be offered prior to opening.

“Expanding our presence in Colorado is a key part of Life Time’s growth strategy, and we’re excited to bring our unique healthy way of life experience to Castle Pines,” said Laura Messerli, Life Time’s Vice President of Club Operations. “We’ve seen an incredible response from members at our newest clubs in Boulder and Denver West, and we look forward to delivering the same exceptional programming, amenities, and community connection here.”

For updates on this project and other community news, visit CastlePinesCO.gov.

 

About Castle Pines

Castle Pines is a growing community located south of Denver in Douglas County. Incorporated in 2008, the City is home to approximately 16,000 residents. For more information, visit CastlePinesCO.gov, call (303) 705-0200, or stay connected on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

About Life Time

Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of 185 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada, the complimentary, comprehensive Life Time app and nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic events in the country. The health and wellness pioneer uniquely serves people 90 days to 90+ years old through its healthy living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and ecosystem, along with a range of healthy way of life programs and information, and highly trusted LTH nutritional supplements and products. Life Time was recently certified as a Great Place to Work®reinforcing its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture on behalf of its more than 49,000 dedicated team members.

The Planning Commission held a meeting on August 28. Highlights from the meeting include:

• Approval of The Album site improvement plan.
• A study session to discuss an Overlay Zone for an Affordable Housing Expedited Review Process.
• During the meeting, the Board of Adjustment convened and approved the variance request for the Cobblestone Car Wash Accessory Use Setback Encroachment.

View the August 28 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 August edition of the City's e-newsletter is now available. Learn the latest about the Monarch Boulevard construction project, upcoming fall events, and more. bit.ly/TheSourceAugust2025

Visit the City's website to subscribe to receive future e-newsletters right to your inbox. CastlePinesCO.gov/NewsletterSignUp

The agenda for the August 28 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 August 28 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 agenda for the August 26 City Council meeting is now available. City Council will hold a study session beginning at 5 p.m..

City Council meetings are held as a hybrid meeting, 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.