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Safety is a top priority for our community and pedestrian safety is something that my fellow City Council Members and I don't take lightly. The City continually looks for areas of improvement and is taking steps to keep pedestrians even safer on our streets and sidewalks in Castle Pines.
Recent pedestrian safety updates include the following:
- New flashing yellow lights at two crosswalks that a pedestrian can activate prior to crossing the street.
- Six new Yield to Pedestrian - State Law signs have been added to crossings along Monarch Boulevard to aid in crosswalk visibility.
- The 2019 City budget includes increased funds to address even more pedestrian upgrades, including more flashing yellow lights at additional crosswalks throughout the City.
Drivers and pedestrians both have a responsibility to help keep our streets safe for everyone. Thank you for doing your part to ensure our community is a pedestrian-friendly City. I wish for everyone to enjoy a happy and safe holiday season with friends, family and neighbors.
Sincerely,
Mayor Tera Radloff
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Planning and Zoning Commission Vacancies
Interested in helping shape how our community grows? The Planning & Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment is looking for new members to begin serving in 2019! This seven-member board is responsible for:
- Reviewing applications for new development and providing recommendations on land use applications to City Council;
- Developing, adopting and certifying the City's Comprehensive Plan and subsequent amendments;
- Holding public hearings on variance requests.
The combined board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month - unless otherwise noted - at 360 Village Square Lane.
Five seats on the Commission are up for appointment/reappointment and interested candidates must submit an application to the City Clerk by
January 11, 2019. City Council will conduct interviews in mid-January and the newly appointed Commission members will hold their first meeting on January 24, 2018.
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2019 Budget - Final Reading
A public hearing will be held during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 11 for a second reading of the 2019 budget. After this reading, City Council will have the opportunity to approve the 2019 budget. Formal approval of the budget follows months of planning meetings and discussions among staff and City Council. The City's annual budget reflects the goals developed by City Council and sets the organization's priorities for the coming year.
Residents are invited to attend the public hearing and provide feedback on the City's 2019 budget at 6:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, December 11 (360 Village Square Ln.). The full budget will be available online following the December 11 meeting.
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Castle Pines Website User Survey
The City of Castle Pines is undergoing a website redesign and invites the community to provide feedback about their experience using the current site - castlepinesco.gov.
As part of the redesign process, we are asking for your feedback related to the user experience - website navigation, content, tone, and functionality.
Please complete this short 10-question survey to help us understand how we can make the new City website even better for you as a resident, business owner and visitor.
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Home Rule Charter Commission Gets to Work
The 13-member Home Rule Charter Commission was sworn in on Thursday, Nov. 29 and began work on drafting the City's Charter document. The Commission's goal is to present the draft Charter to City Council and the community in early 2019. Look for periodic Charter Commission updates online at castlepinesco.gov.
All Charter Commission meetings are open to the public and residents are invited to attend and provide feedback. Upcoming Charter Commission meetings will take place on Dec. 10 (360 Village Square Ln.) and Dec. 17 (HOA Clubhouse, 7233 Tenby Wy.) beginning at 5:30 p.m.
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Park Improvements Coming in 2019
Members of the Castle Pines Parks Authority, the City of Council Pines and the Castle Pines North Metro District, along with the Parks Authority Board of Directors, have authorized expenditures to improve park amenities within the City.
Playground equipment will be added to Coyote Ridge Park that is suitable for children on the autism spectrum and those with mobility limitations. There will also be an outdoor fitness court and other amenities such as benches, bleachers and dog stations. The location of the fitness court is still being finalized.
The Castle Pines Parks Authority plans to identify and prioritize additional projects with the remaining funds. This is exciting news for the community as the City and the Metro District continue to work together to enhance recreation offerings for residents to enjoy.
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Upcoming Community Events
Noon Year's Eve - Monday, December 31
11:30 a.m.
Castle Pines Library - 360 Village Square Lane
Ring in the new year with festive crafts, snacks and a Noon Year's countdown and balloon drop. Fun for kids and families, no registration required. For more information, call 303-791-7323 or visit DCL.org.
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Castle Pines in the News
Check out some recent articles about what's going on in, and around, our community.
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December Meetings & Office Closures
December 11 |
City Council Meeting - 6:30 p.m., 360 Village Square Ln.
(Study Session begins at 5:30 p.m.)
Note: No City Council meeting Dec. 25.
December 21 | City offices closed at noon
December 24 & 25 |
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day - City offices closed
December 31 & January 1 | New Year's Eve and New Year's Day - City offices closed
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View recent meeting agendas, minutes and videos online.
Council Updates:
Recently Council action items include:
- Appointment of Home Rule Charter Commission Vacancies
- Ordinance 18-08 - Amending the Castle Pines Municipal Code Regarding Limitations on Truck Traffic (First Reading)
- Resolution 18-36 - Approving a First Amendment to an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District for the Design and Construction of Drainage and flood Control Improvements for The Canyons
- Resolution 18-37 - Approving and Amending and Restating an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Canyons Metropolitan District No. 7
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City of Castle Pines
360 Village Square Lane, Suite B
Castle Pines, CO 80108
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