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If you travel on Hess Road between I-25 and Parker, plan for delays while crews repair a bridge beginning Monday, April 14, 2025.

Over 90 days, crews will upgrade portions of the current bridge and repair the pavement where the bridge meets the roadway. During this time, a temporary traffic signal and flaggers will direct alternating single-lane traffic.

Motorists should plan to make a full stop at the signal and wait for the green light before traveling through the work area. Flaggers will be present during the first few weeks to assist drivers. Speeds through the area will be reduced, and delays could be up to 10 minutes.  Alternate routes are available for drivers who prefer not to use the traffic signals.

Previously, Douglas County announced that motorists traveling westbound would not have through access to the Castle Pines Parkway and I-25 interchange during construction. Following feedback from local partners and the community, Douglas County found a solution to keep eastbound and westbound traffic open.

Repairs on a second Hess Road bridge with similar traffic impacts are anticipated in 2026. Stay informed about these projects by signing up for Douglas County’s Cone Zone email notifications.  Learn more about the project on the project website.  For statewide road conditions, visit cotrip.org.

Work/closure hours:

• Active construction will take place Mondays through Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• The signalized one-lane traffic will remain in place 24/7.

"Slash" is debris from nature, such as tree limbs, prunings, and pine needles. If not removed, slash can increase potential fire hazards on your property. Removing slash and creating defensible space around your home is the first line of defense against wildfires. To help you mitigate wildfire danger on your property, the City of Castle Pines is hosting a free slash collection event. Bring any tree limbs, prunings, pine needles, or other yard debris to Elk Ridge Park's parking lot for free disposal on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. as a part of the City's slash collection event.

If not removed, slash can add to potential fire hazards on your property. Mitigating and preparing your property for wildfire is important. All vegetation is allowed, but please limit the diameter of trunks or limbs to less than 16 inches. No lumber is allowed, and please ensure there is no metal (nails, screws, etc.) or rocks in the materials you drop off.

The agenda for the April 8 City Council Meeting is now available. A study session will not be held, 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.

The Castle Pines City Council held a regular meeting on March 25. Meeting highlights include:

• An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
• Approving The Canyons Preliminary Plan No. 3.
• Approving a temporary moratorium on the approval of land use applications and business license applications for body art services, car washes, junk yards, pawnshops, payday loan services, vehicle service uses, and vape shops in all zoning districts of the city.
• Approving a change order with Elite Surface Infrastructure for street reconstruction and pedestrian improvements on Monarch Boulevard.
• Appointing Judge Vincent White as the City's Municipal Judge and approving a professional services agreement.

View the March 25 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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Highlights for the March 20 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting include:

• Recognition of outgoing Board Member Alex Thomas.
• Election of Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Chair Tiffany Ball.
• Election of Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Chair Pro Tem Karen Guerra.
• A presentation from the City's contractor, Hord Coplan Macht, about a community survey to help finalize playground options for Phase 1 of improvements to Coyote Ridge Park.
• A discussion about potential additional project options for Phase 1 improvements to Coyote Ridge Park.
• Discussion about naming existing public trails throughout the community.

Please review the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board webpage to view the meeting recording or for more information about the board.

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 March 25 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.

The March edition of the City's e-newsletter is now available. Learn about the upcoming Happy Canyon Interchange project open house, the 2025 Spring Cleanup Day, and more. bit.ly/TheSourceMarch2025

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

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Castle Pines, CO – March 13, 2025

The City of Castle Pines is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a 2025 Polimorphic Service-First Award winner for its dedication to leveraging technology to improve resident services and enhance community engagement. This award highlights local governments that prioritize innovation, efficiency, and accessibility in serving their residents.

Castle Pines was selected for this recognition due to its implementation of AI-driven solutions, such as the AI-based website and document search function. This initiative has improved the way residents interact with the Castle Pines government, providing faster access to services, increased transparency, and an overall better user experience.

"We are honored to receive the Polimorphic Service-First Award, which recognizes the City's innovation and commitment to making government services more accessible, responsive, and resident-focused," said City Manager Michael Penny. "By embracing modern solutions, we are creating a more efficient and connected community, ensuring that our residents receive the services they need in the most effective way possible."

Polimorphic, a leading provider of AI-powered and digital transformation solutions for local governments, created the Service-First Award to celebrate cities and counties that lead the way in modernizing government services.

"We are thrilled to recognize Castle Pines for its outstanding leadership in using technology to enhance the resident experience," said Parth Shah, CEO of Polimorphic. "Castle Pines is setting a new standard for local government services, and we are proud to help power their efforts in making government more accessible, efficient, and future-ready."

About Castle Pines

Incorporated on February 12, 2008, Castle Pines is a city of about 16,000 located approximately 20 miles south of Denver in Douglas County, Colorado. The City works to enhance our community's unique character by ensuring excellent infrastructure, safe neighborhoods, maximum citizen participation, and conscientious development that balances open space, residential and commercial uses. Learn more about the City at CastlePinesCO.gov.

About Polimorphic

Polimorphic is on a mission to create technology that lets governments of all sizes deliver for the people. Polimorphic’s CRM & Workflows, AI Chat, and VoiceAI solutions empower service-first governments to provide residents with the highest quality communication and engagement. Serving hundreds of public sector departments across the country, Polimorphic is built for the unique needs of government, including cities, counties, and state agencies. Learn more or request a demo at polimorphic.com.

Contact Information:

Camden Bender, Communications Director

City of Castle Pines

720-597-5059

communications@castlepinesco.gov

castlepinesco.gov

Join the Castle Pines Planning Commission for a virtual meeting this Thursday, March 13, at 5:30 p.m. as they continue discussions for the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) planning process.

During the meeting, the Planning Commission will discuss possible commercial uses for existing and future commercial areas. In addition to the Commission's discussion, they'll seek input from residents on the various uses and how they can best fit into our community.

REGISTER TO ATTEND THE MARCH 13 VIRTUAL ULDC MEETING

ULDC Planning Process Background

At the conclusion of this process, the City will have a modernized and tailored land development code that meets the needs of the City and its residents through alignment with the City’s Comprehensive plan. This will include everything from organization and formatting to common terminology and cross-referencing. The final updated ULDC will combine the current Zoning Code and the Subdivision Regulations into one unified code.

The process is led by the City Council, the Planning Commission, and City staff. Several opportunities will be available for the public, including residents, property owners, business owners, developers, and builders, to provide input.

At the conclusion of this process, the updated ULDC will:

• Support the Castle Pines Comprehensive Plan
• Improve the compatibility of current development with existing and future development
• Provide greater certainty and predictability for property owners, developers, builders, and residents

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ULDC PROCESS

The City of Castle Pines is once again partnering with residents for the annual Spring Cleanup Day. As the community grows, it’s more important than ever to keep the beautiful parks and open space that make Castle Pines special free of trash and other debris. This year’s cleanup day will take place on Saturday, April 5, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, weather permitting.

You can register to participate at one of four sites throughout the city (Elk Ridge Park, Coyote Ridge Park, Retreat Park, or The Green (The Canyons)). Gloves and trash bags will be available at each location.

After picking up your materials, you are free to pick up trash, weeds, and other debris at any park or public area that you know may need a little beautification.

A trash drop-off site will be available in the parking lot southeast of Castle Pines Parkway and Lagae Road intersection near Ziggi's Coffee (see map below) until 12:30 p.m., where you can also pick up free coffee.

SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE

 

The Castle Pines City Council held a regular meeting on February 25. Meeting highlights include:

• Approving a LA Western Construction Management, Inc. bid for the Castle Pines East Gateway Monument.
• Approving a professional services agreement with COSWMP LTD for landscape maintenance services.
• An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
• Approval of new appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

View the February 25 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 25th City Council Meeting is now available. The study session will begin at 4:30 p.m., and the regular 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.