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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Wrap-Up for October 23

October 24, 2025 at 10:26 am

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held a meeting on October 23. Meeting highlights include:

  • The Board supported the proposed 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Budget proposal. The proposal will be reviewed by City Council during the November 11 City Council meeting as part of the 2026 Annual Budget development process.
  • An update on project schedules for capital improvement projects, including improvements to Coyote Ridge Park.
  • A continuation of the trail naming discussion for existing trails.

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

HYBRID: City Council Regular Meeting

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.

HYBRID: Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority Meeting

Please visit the Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority Meetings page for more information, including instructions for virtual attendance.

We look forward to your participation.

About the Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority

In May 2023, the Castle Pines City Council approved the creation of an Urban Renewal Authority to help revitalize areas in the city's Business Zone District. This authority is known as the Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority (CPURA). Visit the CPURA information page for more information.

The urban renewal area generally encompasses the City’s Business Zone District and is intended to allow more flexibility in what commercial property owners can do with their property; allow taxes to be spent on improvements within a targeted area; identify capital improvements needed to accommodate future investment; potentially provide property redevelopment/expansion financial assistance; and, balance growth across the community. Urban renewal will not prevent owners or tenants from continuing a business or land use; raise property tax mill levy or sales tax rate; force owners to improve their property; diminish the value of property; or prevent property owners from selling their property.

VIRTUAL: City Council Special Meeting

This meeting will be held as a virtual meeting. 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.

October 23 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting agenda now available

October 22, 2025 at 12:17 pm

The agenda for the October 23 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 October 23 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.

October 21 City Council Meeting Wrap-Up

October 22, 2025 at 11:04 am

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on October 21. Meeting highlights include:

  • An update from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
  • Approving a utility underground access easement agreement with CORE Electric Cooperative.
  • Approving the adoption of the 2025 Master Transportation Plan.

View the October 21 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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October 21 City Council Meeting agenda now available

October 17, 2025 at 11:51 am

The agenda for the October 21 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.

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.

October 23 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting agenda now available

October 17, 2025 at 9:11 am

The agenda for the October 23 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 October 23 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.

HYBRID: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

Please visit the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board page 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 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.

October 14 City Council Meeting Wrap-Up

October 15, 2025 at 11:11 am

The Castle Pines City Council held a meeting on October 14. Meeting highlights include:

  • A study session discussing 2024 legislative changes for the State of Colorado.
  • Approving a professional services agreement with Ayers Consulting to update the City's Economic Development Plan.
  • Approving amendments to the Castle Pines Roadway Standards.
  • Approving the adoption of the 2024 Model Traffic Code.
  • Approving Canyonside Preliminary Plan No. 1, First Amendment.
  • Approving the naming of six recreational trail segments.

View the October 14 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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October 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting canceled

October 14, 2025 at 10:41 am

The October 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting has been canceled.

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.

October 14 City Council meeting agenda now available

October 10, 2025 at 12:23 pm

The agenda for the October 14 City Council meeting is now available. The study session will begin at 6 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.

2025 Community Survey seeks resident input

October 1, 2025 at 7:31 am

The City of Castle Pines is conducting a community survey to better understand residents' thoughts and opinions of City services, programs, priorities, and quality of life aspects. A random sample of residents was invited to take the survey via text message beginning on Tuesday, September 23. The survey is also available to take via the link below. Results of the survey will be available on the City's website later this year and will be shared with the City Council during a study session on Tuesday, November 18.

TAKE THE SURVEY

September 25 Planning Commission Meeting Wrap-Up

September 26, 2025 at 11:35 am

The Planning Commission held a meeting on September 25. Highlights from the meeting include:

  • Approval of Canyonside Preliminary Plan No. 1, 1st Amendment
  • A legal training led by the City Attorney's Office

View the September 25 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.

CANCELED: Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The October 23 Planning Commission meeting has been canceled.

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: Planning Commission Regular Meeting

Please visit the Planning Commission page 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.

CANCELED: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

The October 16 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting has been canceled.

About the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The City of Castle Pines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations to the City Council on different parks and recreation programs, parks and recreation legislative policies, updating the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, as well as policies for the acquisition, development, and improvement of recreation, park, and play 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 5:30 p.m. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines, or virtually.

September 23 City Council Meeting Wrap-Up

September 24, 2025 at 11:36 am

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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Tree Lighting Celebration

Join us for the Tree Lighting Celebration to kick off the Winter Wonderland series of events!

At this event, you will be able to…

  • Meet and greet Santa and his reindeer, take photos, and share your holiday wishes
  • Hop on an enchanting train ride
  • Enjoy carolers and immerse yourself in the joyous sounds of the season
  • Warm up with a delicious cup of hot cocoa
  • Stroll through a magical path lined with sweet surprises and festive decorations
  • Enjoy local talent showcasing seasonal music and dance
  • Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to share in this spirited event! The tree lighting will occur at approximately 6:45 p.m., with a drone light show to follow (weather and conditions permitting).

Please note: Due to limited space dogs are not permitted at the event.

VIP Experience 

VIP Passes are sold out, but we hope you'll still come to the tree lighting celebration!

Leaf and Pumpkin Composting

Castle Pines residents are invited to recycle leaves and pumpkins for composting!

First have fun with your leaves- gather them in piles and jump in, use them for Halloween props, etc. - then bring them to be composted.

Pile them in bags and bring them to Elk Ridge Park's parking lot. (You'll dump the leaves out of the bags....no bags will be accepted at the event.)

Leaves are collected and used by local farms as a soil amendment and need to be as clean as possible. No garden waste, large brush, branches, or tree stumps are accepted as part of the leaf collection event (no commercial landscaping).

The event is free to Castle Pines residents!

September 25 Planning Commission meeting agenda now available

September 22, 2025 at 9:44 am

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.