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Posted on: May 16, 2012

Castle Rock police officers graduate from management program

Supervisors from the Castle Rock Police Department, along with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Lone Tree Police Department, have joined the ranks of the prestigious graduates from the Northwestern University Center... Read on...

Posted on: May 16, 2012

Town partnership for Community Safety Volunteer Program honored

Castle Rock was part of a team of three government agencies honored with a Local Government Award from the Denver Regional Council of Governments for its Community Safety Volunteer program.

The award was presented to... Full story...

Posted on: May 11, 2012

Crews begin work on Downtown streets

Drivers can expect lane closures on Downtown streets from now through July as crews install sidewalk ramps to meet ADA requirements and lay new asphalt.

Asphalt work will begin the night of May 20 and continue through... Read on...

More information on roads and public works
Posted on: May 11, 2012

Get to know one of Castle Rock’s best-kept secrets during National Trails Day

If you’re looking for an excuse to get out into the fresh air and explore everything Castle Rock trails have to offer, mark your calendar for the first Saturday in June.

National Trails Day is June 2, and the Town of... Read on...

Castle Rock open space and trails information
Posted on: May 10, 2012

Castle Rock celebrates reopening of Burgess Pool May 25

Just in time for the 2012 swim season, the renovated Burgess Pool will open with a splash later this month. Join the Town of Castle Rock for a grand reopening barbecue from noon to 3 p.m. Friday, May 25 at the pool, 22 N.... Full story...

More information about Town aquatics facilities
Posted on: May 10, 2012

Castle Rock Parks and Recreation named finalist for distinguished national award

Many people who live, work or play in Castle Rock would say the Town has great parks and recreation facilities and programs.

But is the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department deserving of the most distinguished national... Full story...

Posted on: May 3, 2012

All children encouraged to Tri the Rock May 20

All you have to do is tri! The Town of Castle Rock’s child-friendly triathlon is back for the seventh time this year.

Children ages 5-14 of all ability levels 14 are encouraged to Tri the Rock May 20 at Butterfield... Full story...

More information on Tri the Rock
Posted on: May 2, 2012

Castle Rock named Large Community of the Year for second time

Those living in Castle Rock often choose to do so because of its small-town charm, good schools, tremendous recreational amenities and proximity to everything Colorado offers. But Castle Rock also is quickly building a... Full story...

Posted on: April 26, 2012

Residents asked to report suspicions to police after recent burglaries

Castle Rock Police are asking residents who are home during weekdays to be on the lookout for suspicious persons and vehicles, after a series of burglaries in Castle Rock and surrounding areas.

More than 30 burglaries... Full story...

Posted on: April 20, 2012

Police Department changes in areas of people, innovation and community

Four commanders now help lead the Castle Rock Police Department, after new Police Chief Jack Cauley has implemented some structural and operational changes.

The commanders previously were the department’s captain and... Full story...

Learn more about the Castle Rock Police Department
Posted on: April 17, 2012

Learn to spot birds at upcoming guided walk

Castle Rock’s East Plum Creek Trail is a great spot for birdwatching.

Learn how to spot the feathered friends that can be found in our Town during a guided bird-watching walk on May 19.

Town Natural Resources... Full story...

Posted on: March 23, 2012

Dry conditions lead to imposition of fire restrictions

Update: While fire pit use is allowed under Stage 1 restrictions, the Town strongly urges those whose property backs up to wildland or open areas to avoid using the devices, as any embers from them carried by the wind... Full story...

Posted on: April 17, 2012

It takes a team to clean a stream

Join a dedicated volunteer group of neighbors, students, churchgoers, coworkers, Town staff members and other “Stream Teams” at Spring Up the Creek, scheduled for Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to noon.

For the past eight... Full story...

Additional Info...
Posted on: April 10, 2012

Donahue Mayor, Procopio Mayor Pro Tem; Heath sworn in

Castle Rock will have the same Mayor for the next two years and a new Mayor Pro Tem through 2014.

Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to rename District 1 Councilman Paul Donahue to the post of Mayor, this time for a... Full story...

Posted on: April 10, 2012

Town’s weekday curfew changing from 11 p.m. to midnight

Minors in Castle Rock will be legally allowed to stay out until midnight during the week starting next month.

Town Council voted unanimously April 3 to amend the Town Code, changing the curfew for those under age 18 on... Full story...

Posted on: April 9, 2012

New vote totals for Tuesday’s Town Council election

There are new vote totals for last Tuesday’s Town Council election, though the results of the election are unchanged.

The new totals are due to the discovery of 19 additional valid ballots after the original totals were... Full story...

Posted on: April 6, 2012

Water conservation rebates back for 2012

The Town is again offering water conservation rebates in 2012, with some slight changes to the program.

The most noticeable change is that rebates no longer will be available toward the purchase of high-efficiency clothes... Full story...

Additional Info...
Posted on: April 3, 2012

Heath, Wilson elected to Town Council

One new member will join Castle Rock Town Council, and one incumbent will return to his seat, after a close election on Tuesday.

Mark P. Heath will be the new representative for District 2, which includes The Woodlands,... Full story...

Posted on: April 3, 2012

Events planned in celebration of Historic Preservation Month

Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month in Castle Rock in May by partaking in one of three planned events.

The celebration will kick off Tuesday, May 1, with a proclamation recognizing the month’s observance at the... Full story...

Posted on: March 30, 2012

Pavement maintenance work to begin in April; changing to regionalized approach

Each year, the Town sets out to maintain its streets in order to keep them safe for the public and to extend their usable life.

In years past, the maintenance was spread throughout Town, which posed some efficiency issues... Full story...

Learn more about the Pavement Maintenance Program
Posted on: March 8, 2012

Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course formally increases its environmental efforts

Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course has received certification in environmental planning from the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses.

Course Superintendent Jon Holland developed the course’s environmental plan... Full story...

Red Hawk Ridge website
Posted on: March 1, 2012

Town reaches 50,000-resident milestone

Castle Rock’s population has topped the 50,000 mark, according to Town staff estimates.

This is a significant milestone in the growth and evolution of the community, Town Manager Mark Stevens said in a memo to Town... Full story...

Posted on: March 1, 2012

Six projects honored with Town’s 2011 Design Awards

Six projects whose outstanding design meets the Town’s Vision 2020 were recognized at Tuesday’s Town Council meeting via the Town’s 2011 Design Awards program.

The vision identifies four cornerstones for the community.... Full story...

Learn more about current and past honorees
Posted on: February 14, 2012

Imagine the possibilities for Philip S. Miller Park

Imagine the possibilities of a 225-acre park that has 3.5 million people within a 30-minute drive.

That’s what the Town needs residents and other interested persons to do as it drafts the master plan for the upcoming... Full story...

More about Philip S. Miller Park
Posted on: January 26, 2012

Planning Commission to hear Medved LED proposal, public invited to provide input

Castle Rock Planning Commission will hear public input on a new, proposed LED sign at Medved Autoplex, located on Wilcox Street just south of Plum Creek Parkway.

The proposed freestanding sign will reach 45 feet high,... Full story ...

Posted on: January 10, 2012

Innovative idea turns scraps into safety tool

Beginning this week, the Town will start using materials previously thought of as scraps to enhance safety surrounding schools.

It is hoped that the new program will make... Full story...

Posted on: December 27, 2011

Registration lottery open for Adventure Club preschool, pre-K programs

The Town’s preschool is changing the way it conducts its registrations and is adding a new option to its offerings.

Registration for Adventure Club preschool programs has been done by lottery in recent years, due to the... Full story ...

Posted on: December 21, 2011

Reduced-fare taxi rides for transit-dependent to be available Saturdays, most holidays

Reduced-fare taxi rides for transit-dependent Castle Rock residents will be available on Saturdays and some holidays in 2012, in addition to during the week, Town Council decided recently.

The taxi service started this... Full story...

Posted on: December 8, 2011

2012 budget focuses on five core priorities; property tax will remain $40/year

Five major priorities will drive the Town’s 2012 budget: securing long-term water, completing the North Meadows Extension, providing outstanding public health and safety services, creating jobs/expanding the tax base and... Full story...

Posted on: November 30, 2011

Jack Cauley confirmed as Castle Rock’s new police chief

A 25-year police veteran and current deputy chief of the Overland Park (Kan.) Police Department will lead Castle Rock’s Police Department beginning in the new year, Town Council confirmed Tuesday.

Council voted... Full story...

Posted on: November 23, 2011

Town Council passes water rate increase

Town Council passed a water rate increase beginning Jan. 1, 2012. The rate increase would add 4.6 percent more to the average residential customer’s bill, or another $ 4.68 per month.

Castle Rock Water includes four... Full story

Posted on: November 17, 2011

Castle Rock Water launches new billing process

One month, one bill aims to ease customers’ questions


Beginning in December, Castle Rock Water customers will see bills which reflect only the previous month’s water use instead of usage spanning two calendar months.... Full story ...

Posted on: November 1, 2011

More than 150 participate in fifth annual costume contest

Assorted animals, several superheroes and a whole lot of spooks filled Castle Rock’s Festival Park Halloween afternoon as part of the Town’s fifth annual Trick or Treat Street celebration.

More than 150 kids and adults... Full story...

Posted on: October 13, 2011

Plum Creek Water Purification Facility construction set to begin

Town Council recently awarded a construction contract to Moltz Construction, Inc., Salida, Colo., who will begin construction of the Plum Creek Water Purification Facility next month.

Castle Rock Water owns water rights... Full story ...

Posted on: October 13, 2011

New traffic signal coming; will have flashing yellow turn arrow

A new traffic signal at Meadows Parkway and Limelight Avenue will improve traffic operations and safety at the intersection.

Construction of the signal will begin in mid-October. Minor lane closures will occur during... Full story ...

Posted on: October 6, 2011

Neighborhood crime data now accessible through website, free iPhone app

The Castle Rock Police Department just made it possible for residents to track crimes in their own neighborhoods.

To access the information, go to CRgov.com/crimereports. The page defaults to 100 Perry Street, which is... Full story ...

Posted on: October 6, 2011

Officer Renda Albergotti named female law enforcement officer of the year

Rocky Mountain Women in Law Enforcement named Castle Rock Police Officer Renda Albergotti its female law enforcement officer of the year.

The award is given out annually to one female officer working within the Front... Full story ...

Posted on: September 29, 2011

CRconserve.com helps residents understand water conservation at home

Water conservation is something every resident needs to understand. It’s simple. It’s smart. Small, everyday decisions can add up to enormous water savings and allow our community to maintain its economic strength and... Full story...

CRconserve
Posted on: September 28, 2011

Reconstruction of Burgess Pool will make way for another 40 years of family fun

For 44 years, members of the Castle Rock community have gone to Burgess Pool for birthday parties, family reunions, graduation parties and simple days in the sun.

By next season, the pool will look completely different,... Full story...

Posted on: September 8, 2011

Town, neighbors formally agree to cooperate during disasters

The various government agencies in Douglas County long have worked together when faced with an emergency.

Town Council formalized that arrangement Tuesday with the approval of an agreement to share resources with members... Full story...

Posted on: September 8, 2011

Community survey confirms: Castle Rock a great place to live

The nearly 1,500 responses received to the Town’s 2011 community survey confirmed that Castle Rock is a great place to live.

When asked how likely they would be to recommend Castle Rock as a place to live on a scale of 1... Full story...

View the full results of the survey
Posted on: August 24, 2011

Town continues push toward business-friendly initiatives:

faster tenant improvements, lower development fees in the works

Earlier this summer, Town Council earmarked $5 million toward economic development to help lure new businesses and job opportunities to Town. Now, in a... Full story ...

Posted on: August 23, 2011

Health care facilities of many types and sizes come to Castle Rock

Castle Rock residents have much to celebrate, with the opening of one major medical facility in Town and construction of another getting under way.

Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus, 2350 Meadows Blvd., is ready to open... Full story...

Information about development activity
Posted on: August 15, 2011

CNN Money ranks Castle Rock among country’s best places to live

CNN Money announced its 2011 Best Places to Live in America, with descriptions of the Top 100 Towns across the country – Town of Castle Rock ranks number 19!

A team of seven MONEY reporters spent months combing through... Full story ...

Posted on: August 4, 2011

Capture Castle Rock in a unique way with new Picture This! public art project

Picture this: An image of you and some of those you hold dear, with Castle Rock’s iconic landmark in the background, framed by colorful artwork celebrating Colorado.

This image is possible to capture thanks to the Castle... Full story...

Posted on: June 30, 2011

New website features promote transparency of Town government

The Town’s website, CRgov.com, changes in small ways almost every day. Recently, though, three major changes were implemented on the site.

All of the changes help foster transparency of Town government to the public... Full story...

View the transparency portal
Posted on: June 30, 2011

Town budget again recognized with award

For the third year in a row, the Town’s budget has been recognized by a national organization as serving well as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide and communications device.

The Government Finance... Full story...

Posted on: June 23, 2011

Castle Rock Police officers recognized for outstanding service

Castle Rock Police Department members who demonstrated exemplary performance during the past year were recognized for their efforts Wednesday during the department’s annual awards ceremony.

The Police Department... Full story...

Posted on: June 16, 2011

Grant improves safety of fire, rescue operations

The Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department can fight fires and conduct rescue operations even more safely and strategically after receiving a federal grant to purchase thermal imagers.

Thermal imagers are sophisticated... Full story...

Posted on: June 10, 2011

Art shuffle occurring Downtown next week

The annual art shuffle that occurs in Downtown Castle Rock as part of the Art Encounters program has begun and will continue next week.

Art Encounters showcases sculptures in various media and styles throughout Douglas... Full story...

Posted on: May 19, 2011

Council appointments fill most vacancies on Town boards and commissions

Nearly all of the vacancies on the Town’s 13 boards and commissions were filled Tuesday,
with Town Council’s appointment of 28 residents to the groups.

A majority of the appointments were reappointments, but there are... Full story...



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