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HYBRID: Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Please visit the Planning Commission webpage for instructions on virtual attendance. Residents are invited to attend the meeting in person or online and there is always an opportunity to provide public comment.

We look forward to your participation.

About the Planning Commission and 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.

HYBRID: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

Please visit the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board webpage for instructions on virtual attendance. Residents are invited to attend the meeting online and there is always an opportunity to provide public comment.

We look forward to your participation.

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.

HYBRID: City Council Regular Meeting

Please visit the City Council Meetings webpage for more information, including instructions for virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

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.

HYRBRID: City Council Study Session

Please visit the City Council Meetings webpage for more information, including instructions for virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

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.

HYBRID: City Council Regular Meeting

Please visit the City Council Meetings webpage for more information, including instructions for virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

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.

City Council Swearing-In Ceremony

Join City Council for a swearing-in ceremony for the Mayor and City Council Members elected during the 2025 City Council election. Outgoing Council Members will also be recognized for their contributions to Castle Pines.

VIRTUAL: Special Planning Commission Meeting

The December 18 Planning Commission meeting will be held as a virtual meeting. Please visit the Planning Commission page for instructions on virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

About the Planning Commission and 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.

Coffee Klatch with Tracy

Join Mayor Tracy Engerman for "Coffee Klatch with Tracy" at The Exchange Coffee House from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 11. Swing by for a quick chat, to ask questions, to learn more about upcoming City activities, or to just say "hello." We'll see you there!

"Coffee klatch" originates from the German word "kaffeeklatsch" and refers to a gathering of friends over a cup of coffee.

Monarch Boulevard reconstruction is complete! Access to Buffalo Trail opens tomorrow, Friday, November 14.

November 13, 2025 at 1:28 pm

We are pleased to announce the completion of the Monarch Boulevard reconstruction project! This marks a major milestone in the City's Road Solutions initiative.

All driving lanes on Monarch Boulevard and Buffalo Trail will be open to traffic by tomorrow afternoon (Friday, November 14). In the coming weeks, crews will conduct some minor final tasks, including cleanup activities. Lanes will remain open to traffic during this work. Landscaping installation will be ongoing, as weather permits, and is expected to be completed next year.

This year's project delivered significant infrastructure and safety improvements, including:

  • Construction of the new roundabout at Buffalo Trail and Monarch Boulevard
  • 2,000 feet of roadway improvements along Monarch Boulevard
  • 1,700 feet of new water line installation in partnership with the Castle Pines North Metropolitan District
  • Six-foot bike lanes to enhance multimodal connectivity
  • Stormwater system upgrades and safety enhancements

These improvements create smoother, safer, and more reliable travel for all who live, work, and drive in Castle Pines. We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout the construction process.

For more information about the project, please visit CastlePinesCO.gov/Monarch. If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at monarch@castlepinesco.gov or call 303-705-0200.

Thank you for your continued support as we invest in safer and stronger streets for our community.

HYRBRID: City Council Study Session

Please visit the City Council Meetings page for more information, including instructions for virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

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.

November 11 City Council Meeting Wrap-Up

November 12, 2025 at 2:23 pm

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on November 11. Meeting highlights include:

  • Approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District for the design and construction of drainage and flood control improvements for Happy Canyon Creek at Monarch Boulevard.
  • Approving the mutual termination of the City Operations Mill Levy Pledge Agreement with The Canyons Metropolitan District No. 4.
  • Approving a resolution in support of Colorado Gives Day in Douglas County on December 9, 2025.
  • A study session about the 2026 proposed budget.
  • During the meeting, City Council continued the first readings of the following ordinances to the December 9, 2025 City Council meeting to allow for more time to gather information about the petition and potential impacts to the City.
    • Ordinance 25-12, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Castle Pines, Colorado, Annexing Certain Territory to the City Known as the Crowsnest Annexation on First Reading.
    • Ordinance 25-13, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Castle Pines, Colorado, Approving an Annexation and Development Agreement for the Crowsnest Annexation on First Reading.

Next steps for the Crowsnest annexation petition process include:

  • December 9 Council Meeting and Public Hearing: City Council considers the following.
    • A resolution making findings of fact and conclusions as to the eligibility of the land to be annexed to the City.
    • An ordinance to approve the annexation (first reading).
    • An ordinance to approve an annexation agreement (first reading).
  • Early 2026: City Council considers the following.
    • An ordinance to approve the annexation (second reading).
    • An ordinance to approve an annexation agreement (second reading).

The timeline above is subject to change and is dependent on the City Council's approval or denial of each step.

View the November 11 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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November 11 City Council meeting agenda now available

November 7, 2025 at 11:48 am

The agenda for the November 11 City Council meeting is now available. The regular meeting will begin at 5 p.m. A study session will follow at the conclusion of the regular meeting.

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.

Looking for updates from Council meetings? Sign up or update your email subscriptions to receive agenda notices and summaries of what occurred during City Council meetings.

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.

Unofficial results from the November 4, 2025 Douglas County coordinated election

November 4, 2025 at 10:44 am

Unofficial/preliminary results from the November 4, 2025, Douglas County coordinated election are available. Results are not official until they are certified by the Douglas County Clerk and Recorder on November 21. Visit the Douglas County elections webpage for more information about the election process and results reporting.

Mayor:

  • Tracy Engerman – 44.64%
  • Doug Gilbert – 32.79%
  • Roger Hudson – 22.57%

District 1 Council Member:

  • Chris Eubanks – 100%

District 2 Council Member:

  • Kori Salazar – 50.75%
  • Barrett Rothe – 49.25%

District 3 Council Member:

  • Nate Winegar – 100%

DOUGLAS COUNTY ELECTIONS RESULTS WEBPAGE

 

November 3 City Council Meeting Wrap-Up

November 4, 2025 at 9:47 am

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on November 3. Meeting highlights include:

  • Approving a resolution that found the Crowsnest annexation petition in substantial compliance with state law.

Next steps for the Crowsnest annexation petition process include:

  • November 11 Council Meeting: City Council considers an ordinance to approve the proposed annexation and annexation agreement on first reading. A first reading is the initial review by the Council of the proposal. This step introduces the ordinance so that both the Council and community have time to review it before a later public hearing and a vote by the Council. The December 9 public hearing includes an opportunity for public comment on this item.
  • December 9 Council Meeting and Public Hearing: City Council considers the following:
    • A resolution making findings of fact and conclusions as to the eligibility of the land to be annexed to the City.
    • An ordinance to approve the annexation (second reading).
    • An ordinance to approve an annexation agreement (second reading).

The timeline above is subject to change and is dependent on the City Council's approval or denial of each step.

View the November 3 City Council meeting agenda for more information about the agenda item. Visit the City Council Meetings webpage to watch the recording.

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November 3 City Council special meeting agenda now available

October 31, 2025 at 10:32 am

The agenda for the November 3 City Council special meeting is now available. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

The meeting will be held as a virtual meeting. 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.

Holly Jolly Brunch

This annual event is a community favorite. Come spend time with Santa, enjoy a gourmet brunch, listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas, and sit on Santa's lap so you can tell him what you really want for Christmas!

A limited number of reservations are available, so grab your tickets soon. Three separate seatings are available: 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. Tickets are $65 per adult (13+), $39 per child (2-12), and free for infants (under 2).

Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS

Holiday Carriage Rides

Tickets for this event are sold out. Join the waitlist by visiting the link below.

Bundle up and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa on a holiday carriage ride through Castle Pines.

Tickets are $15 per person. Rides are available every 30 minutes from 4-8 p.m. Be sure to register all members of your party to ensure there is enough space on the carriage for everyone. You may purchase up to eight tickets per reservation.

Carriages will fill up quickly, so be sure to get your tickets once they become available.

Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

JOIN THE WAITLIST

Holiday Carriage Rides

Tickets for this event are sold out. Join the waitlist by visiting the link below.

Bundle up and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa on a holiday carriage ride through Castle Pines.

Tickets are $15 per person. Rides are available every 30 minutes from 4-8 p.m. Be sure to register all members of your party to ensure there is enough space on the carriage for everyone. You may purchase up to eight tickets per reservation.

Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

JOIN THE WAITLIST

 

Holiday Bingo Night

Capacity has been reached for this event; registration is now closed.

Join us for the Holiday Bingo Night.  This festive event promises fun for the whole family!  Participants can look forward to exciting rounds of bingo with special holiday-themed prizes awarded to the winners. It’s a perfect opportunity to gather with friends, family, and the community for an evening of laughter, friendly competition, and holiday cheer.

There will be two bingo sessions: 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. You may reserve up to 8 spots per reservation.

 

Gingerbread House Decorating

This event has reached capacity, so tickets are no longer available.

Step into a magical world of sugary delight at our Gingerbread House Decorating event, perfect for kids and families seeking festive fun!

Each house designer will have 90 minutes to create something sweet to take home and display for the holiday season. Three decorating sessions are available: 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m.

Cost is $20 per gingerbread house. One ticket is needed for each house that you would like to decorate.

Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

Movie Night

Registration is now closed.

Bring the whole family and get cozy under the holiday lights for a festive evening watching the movie "Elf!" Enjoy the magic of the holidays with hot cocoa, warm blankets, and snacks to munch on while we watch Buddy the Elf, a human raised by Santa's elves, learn about his origins and head to New York City to meet his biological father.

This special night promises fun for all ages—whether it's your first time watching or part of your yearly tradition. So, put on your coziest pajamas and get ready for a night filled with holiday cheer, laughter, and a sprinkle of North Pole magic!

Doors open at 5 p.m., with the movie beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person. Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

Centennial Airport seeks public comment on Draft Noise Exposure Map package

October 24, 2025 at 11:05 am

Centennial Airport has released its Draft Noise Exposure Map (NEM) package, part of the FAA’s Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study. The document is available for public review and comment through November 30, 2025, at the following locations:

  • Online: https://apa150noisestudy.com/documents/
  • Centennial Airport Administration Office (7565 S. Peoria St., Englewood, CO) – Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • Lone Tree Library (10055 Library Way, Lone Tree, CO)

Centennial Airport will hold its third Part 150 Study public open house on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., with a brief presentation at 5:00 p.m., in the Main Hall at The Lone Tree Hub. The purpose of the meeting is to share and collect feedback on the NEM package before its submittal to the FAA for acceptance.

Anyone interested can stop by at their convenience between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. to view display boards with Study information, speak one-on-one with members of the Study Team and Airport staff, and share their ideas, comments, and questions with the Study Team.

The Study is being conducted to identify and evaluate current and future noise and land use compatibility associated with aircraft operations at Centennial Airport. The goal of the Study is to work with surrounding communities and stakeholders to reduce the number of people affected by aircraft noise. Future meetings will focus on the Noise Compatibility Program.

For additional information, please visit the Study website: https://apa150noisestudy.com/