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May 28 City Council Wrap-Up

May 29, 2024 at 7:04 pm

Meeting highlights from the May 28 City Council meeting include:

  • Approving an extension to a contract with Schmidt Construction Company for pavement maintenance and street improvement services.
  • Approving a change order for a contract with Ulteig Engineers, Inc. for on-call engineering services.
  • Approving a professional services agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. for on-call land development review, engineering services, and construction inspection services.
  • Denying a site improvement plan application for a McDonald's Drive-Thru.

Visit the meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the City Council Meeting webpage to watch the recording.

May 28 City Council Meeting agenda now available

May 24, 2024 at 3:01 pm

The agenda for the May 28 City Council Meeting is now available. The regular meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

If you would like to provide public comment about the Public Hearing for Resolution 24-39, please note that comments must be provided in person because of the quasi-judicial nature of the public hearing. Public comment on this topic must also be given during the public hearing portion of the meeting and may not be given during the general public comment period.

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.

May 14 City Council Wrap-Up

May 15, 2024 at 3:39 pm

Meeting highlights from the May 14 City Council meeting include:

  • Approving a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan and committing to the goal of maintaining zero roadway fatalities and working toward the goal of zero serious injuries on the Castle Pines transportation network by January 1, 2030.

Visit the City Council Meeting webpage for more information about all agenda items or to view the meeting recording.

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 6 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 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 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.

May 14 City Council Meeting agenda now available

May 10, 2024 at 10:02 am

The agenda for the May 14 City Council Meeting is now available. The regular meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the study session will begin at 6 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.

Celebrate summer with this guide to upcoming events in Castle Pines

May 8, 2024 at 11:43 am

Get ready to dive into a summer of fun and festivity in Castle Pines! As the sun climbs higher in the sky, so does the excitement of summer events, with a lineup of activities sure to thrill all ages. Get your calendars ready for a whirlwind of outdoor concerts, food trucks, and community gatherings set against the backdrop of our picturesque parks.

Gather your friends and family, and join us as we make unforgettable memories in the heart of our community this summer! Visit CastlePinesCO.gov/Calendar for more information on all events.

Upcoming Events

Roaming Gnomes Scavenger Hunt 
May 27 - August 1
All around Castle Pines

This free and fun City-wide scavenger hunt starts May 27 and goes until August 1. Once the hunt begins, get ready to find Willow and all his Gnome friends around Castle Pines!

Players who successfully complete all the challenges on the app will win a free kid's drink by showing their "Challenges Complete" badge to the staff at Ziggi's Coffee during business hours. Register to participate.

Family Disc Golf Day 
Sunday, June 2, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Pronghorn Park and Disc Golf Course (7707 Disc Park Street)

Are you new to disc golf or looking to improve your technique? Bring the whole family for a day of fun and lessons to improve your game! This free event is open to all Castle Pines residents. Participants will get tips on improving their game and free disc golf discs to take home! The event runs from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Pronghorn Park and Disc Golf Course. Come and go as your schedule allows. Register before spots fill up.

Food Truck Frenzy 
Saturday, June 8, from 4-8 p.m.
Coyote Ridge Park (7485 Serena Drive)

Bring your appetite and join us for the City's Food Truck Frenzy event at Coyote Ridge Park! The party starts Saturday, June 8, at 4 p.m. In addition to a delicious variety of food trucks, there will be craft beer, wine, live music, and kids activities.

Summer Splash Water Day 
Wednesday, June 26, from 5-7 p.m.
Elk Ridge Park (7005 Mira Vista Lane)

Need a mid-week summer break? Come out and participate in the Summer Splash Water Day! Get ready to slide and conquer challenges on our free water slides and obstacle courses. Dive into the fun as you zip down exhilarating slides and navigate thrilling obstacles. A live DJ and Kona Ice will be available when you need a break from the fun. A signed waiver must be completed to participate.

Participants under 18 must be supervised by a parent or designated guardian during the entirety of the event. Children cannot be dropped off.

Summer Concert Series 
June 23, July 21, and August 25
Coyote Ridge Park (7485 Serena Drive)

Join your friends and neighbors at Coyote Ridge Park for the 2024 Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chairs, snacks, and beverages, and sit back and enjoy a variety of free musical acts. From Journey to The Eagles, there are sure to be songs that will appeal to everyone's musical taste!

Party in the Park 
Saturday, August 10, from 5-9 p.m.
Elk Ridge Park (7005 Mira Vista Lane)

Join us for an annual resident favorite: Party in the Park! This year's party will be held on August 10 from 5-9 p.m. at Elk Ridge Park. Gather with your neighbors for an evening of live music, food, drinks, kids activities, vendor booths, and more!

May 7 City Council Meeting agenda now available

May 3, 2024 at 12:44 pm

The agenda for the May 7 City Council Study Session is now available. City Council will begin the Regular Meeting with an Executive Session at 5:30 p.m., with a study session following at approximately 6:10 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.

Dust off your paddle board. Grab your fishing pole.

April 24, 2024 at 2:47 pm

Are you ready for a tranquil and serene day at Rueter-Hess Reservoir? Plan your day of paddle boarding, fishing, and hiking – all summer activities open Friday, April 26. New this year is windsurfing.

The reservoir will be open for non-motorized water activities and fishing from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays starting Friday, April 26, into late October, depending on the weather. The entrance to the Reservoir is off Hess Road in Parker, about 4.75 miles east of Interstate 25.

Due to parking and fishing capacity limitations, reservations are required.

Parking Details
To park at the reservoir, you will need a parking pass. The cost of a day-long parking pass is $10. Reserve your day now.

Reservations must be made online. Please save your confirmation email to show at the gate. (A screenshot or printed copy are recommended, as cell service is spotty at the reservoir.) Online reservations are now open through June – and additional dates will be added throughout the summer.

Fishing Details
To maintain the vitality of the fish, a limited number of anglers are allowed to fish each day. There is no cost to fish at the reservoir, but because space is limited, reservations are required for all. Anglers older than 16 must have a state fishing license.

Anglers will also need a parking pass, which is $10 for the day, in addition to the free fishing registration. Make your fishing reservation and get your parking pass online.

If you plan to walk or bike into the park for fishing, a parking pass is not required, but a fishing registration is still required.

All fishing is catch-and-release. For details on additional rules and regulations, visit Douglas County's fishing webpage.

Additional Details:

Kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, windsurfing boards, and inflatable standup paddle boards are the only watercrafts allowed. All watercrafts will be inspected onsite for invasive species before entering the water.

  • Life jackets are required for all and must be worn at all times.
  • Windsurfing is being offered this year as a pilot program.
  • Plans are in the works to modernize the shoreline. As that plan comes to fruition, please expect the shoreline to be muddy in places.
  • Parking is a 5- to 10-minute walk from the shoreline. Following an inspection of watercraft, you will be able to drop off gear near the shoreline and return to the parking lot to park your car. Please be prepared to inflate your watercraft, at least partially, before getting to the water.
  • Dogs are allowed in some areas, but not the water nor shoreline.
  • No glass bottles or alcohol are allowed.

Learn more to plan your day at Rueter-Hess.