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February 13 City Council Wrap-Up

February 14, 2024 at 12:28 pm

Meeting highlights from the February 13 City Council meeting include:

  • Approving a professional services agreement with Landtech Contractors, LLC for landscape maintenance.
  • Approving an intergovernmental agreement with Douglas County to provide law enforcement and animal control services.
  • Approving the annexation of City-owned territory, known as the Havana Street Annexation, into the city.
  • Approving the findings of the Conditions Study for the Castle Pines West Commercial District Urban Renewal Area and approving the Castle Pines West Commercial District Urban Renewal Plan.
  • Approving amendments to the City Manager's employment contract.

To view more information about all agenda items or to view the meeting recording, visit the City Council Meeting webpage.

Provide input on the development of a citywide Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

November 20, 2023 at 12:29 pm

The City was awarded a grant from the Federal Highway Administration to complete a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. This plan will include roads, sidewalks, crossings, and mobility infrastructure. The project team will look at safety data, public input, and future growth to identify strategies that will help improve safety for all who travel around Castle Pines by car, on foot, by bike, or with an assistive device. The City will also use the Plan to seek additional grant funding for future projects to help create safer streets.

To help with this effort, we are seeking input from residents via an online survey. Your input will help shape the development of the Plan and other future efforts. Visit the Safe Streets for All Comprehensive Action Plan webpage for more information.

TAKE THE SURVEY

Reindeer Games Scavenger Hunt

Grab the family and get ready to find Rudolf and all of his reindeer friends around Castle Pines!

This free and fun scavenger hunt starts on December 1 at 5 p.m. and runs through December 31. Get ready for some fun challenges and scour the city to find all nine reindeer before the year is over to win a prize!

Players who successfully complete all the challenges on the app will win a free hot chocolate by showing their Challenges Complete badge to the staff at The Exchange Coffee House (1415 Westbridge Drive) during business hours.

This fun family hunt is presented by The City of Castle Pines and sponsored by The Canyons!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLAYERS (LINKS TO DOWNLOAD):

To participate in the Castle Pines scavenger hunt, follow the instructions below.

1. Download the Eventzee app.

2. Create an Eventzee account by entering an email address, password, and username.

3. Enter the Event Code CPHOLIDAY.

For new players, after you create an account, a screen will pop up with an empty box that says "Event Code." After you enter the event code, tap the blue button that says, "Use Code." At that point, you'll enter your event and land on the "Challenges" page.

To access a desktop version of the game, visit https://eventzee-app.web.app/#CPHOLIDAY.

Carriage Rides

All time slots for this event are currently full.

Bundle up and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa on a holiday carriage ride through Castle Pines. Advanced ticket purchase is required for this event, and carriages will fill up quickly. Be sure to register all members of your party to ensure there is enough space on the carriage for everyone. Adult tickets (ages 12+) are $10, and child tickets (ages 0-11) are $5. Rides are available every 30 minutes from 4-8 p.m. You may purchase up to eight tickets per reservation. Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

Holly Jolly Brunch

Registration is currently closed as all sessions for this event are at capacity.

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!

Join us for a culinary wonderland featuring a chef-attended carving station showcasing smoked prime rib of beef. Delight in classic eggs benedict, perfectly poached eggs atop toasted English muffins and savory Canadian bacon, drizzled with creamy hollandaise. For a sweet finale, savor individual vanilla bean panna cotta adorned with a strawberry-rhubarb compote. And that's just the beginning—the spread boasts an array of brunch and lunch options to suit every palate, ensuring a jolly, flavorful gathering that will have you in the holiday spirit!

A limited number of reservations are available, so grab your tickets soon. Three separate seatings are available at 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

Bonfire, BBQ, and Brews

Registration for this event is closed.

Join the Castle Pines community for our second annual Bonfire, BBQ, and Brews event! Families can gather around roaring firepits, enjoy live music, and make s'mores together. Adults can enjoy a variety of drink selections while the kids can use high-powered telescopes to search the skies for stars or Santa’s sleigh.

Tickets are required for the event are $40 per adult and $25 per child, and include:

  • BBQ Meal: Enjoy a mouthwatering barbecue feast featuring your favorite grilled specialties, perfect for savoring around the fire.
  • Adult Beverages: Raise a glass with a selection of craft beers and seasonal drinks to keep the holiday spirit flowing.
  • Fire Pits: Gather around cozy fire pits to relax, chat, and enjoy the warmth of the flames.
  • S’mores: Indulge in the classic treat of gooey s’mores, a delightful way to sweeten your evening.
  • Live Band: Get into the holiday groove with live music that will keep you dancing and celebrating all night long.
  • Parking: Convenient parking is included, so you can easily join the festivities.

Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, delicious food, and the magic of the holidays. Grab your tickets now and get ready to celebrate at the Castle Pines Holiday Bonfire, BBQ, and Brews! Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

Gingerbread House Decorating

All sessions of this event are sold out as of December 2.

Step into a magical world of sugary delight at our Gingerbread House Decorating event, perfect for kids and families seeking festive fun! Each participant will receive a pre-baked gingerbread house as a canvas for their creativity, along with extra candy to help make their house come to life.

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. One at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and another at 2 p.m. A limited number of reservations are available, so get your reservation soon. One ticket ($15) is needed for each house that you would like to decorate. Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final.

City launches online Development Activity Map 

September 5, 2023 at 11:21 am

Wondering what development is happening around Castle Pines? To help residents stay informed about new commercial and residential development projects occurring around Castle Pines, the City has launched an online Development Activity Map.

The map displays all private land use projects for which formal applications have been submitted to the City. This includes commercial, residential, parks, civic, and other project types. Sometimes a private landowner may submit an application for a project and later choose to not construct the project.

Questions about the Development Activity Map or land use in Castle Pines? Contact the City last information@castlepinesco.gov or call 303-705-0200.

VIEW THE DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY MAP

 

*In addition to the links above, the Development Activity Map can be accessed on the City's website homepage via the "Development Activity Map" icon or by selecting "Development Activity Map" under the "Departments" dropdown at the top of the page.

City Council officially opens Pronghorn Park and Disc Golf Course

August 4, 2023 at 11:00 am

If you like to play disc golf, get ready to tee off at a new 18-hole course in Castle Pines.

Together, the City of Castle Pines City Council and Douglas County Board of County Commissioners officially opened Pronghorn Park and Disc Golf Course on Thursday, Aug. 3. The park is located near Hess Road and Cross Canyon Trail in Castle Pines.

“I’m thrilled to officially open Pronghorn Park and Disc Golf Course as the newest park amenity in Castle Pines,” said Castle Pines Mayor Tracy Engerman. “The course will be a great attraction for both the city and the rest of Douglas County.”

The project was completed as a partnership between the City of Castle Pines and Douglas County. Douglas County contributed $300,000 in funding toward the construction of the park and its amenities.

“We do our best work when we work together, and, today, that includes Douglas County voters,” said Commissioner George Teal. “Funding for the county’s portion of this new park and disc golf course came from the voter-approved Parks and Open Space Sales Tax. We’re so grateful for this funding and for partnerships with our neighboring communities, like the City of Castle Pines.”

The park features an 18-hole disc golf course, walking and biking trails, a sheltered picnic area, and sweeping views of Castle Pines and the Rueter-Hess Reservoir. The park is located at 7707 Disc Park Street in Castle Pines and is open from dawn to dusk. No reservations are required to play disc golf.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRONGHORN PARK AND DISC GOLF COURSE