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September 3, 2010

Second arrest made in Ultra Diamonds robbery, both suspects now in custody

Yesterday, a second arrest was made in the July 22 armed robbery at Ultra Diamonds jewelry store, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd.

Leandro “Eric” Madrid, 20, was arrested in Pueblo, where he remains in the Pueblo County jail on $1 ...

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September 3, 2010

Castle Rock Fire Department to hold 9-11 Remembrance

The Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department will host a short memorial service in tribute to those that served and those that lost their lives during the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.

Residents are invited to atten...

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August 19, 2010

Council to vote on commercial medical marijuana ban on Aug. 24, Sept. 14

All commercial medical marijuana operations could be prohibited in Castle Rock if Town Council approves an ordinance that will first be read Tuesday.

Adoption of the ordinance would require approval by a majority of Co...

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August 17, 2010

Arrest made in Ultra Diamonds robbery, Castle Rock Police instrumental in nabbing suspect

Last Friday, an arrest was made in the July 22 armed robbery at Ultra Diamonds jewelry store at 5050 Factory Shops Blvd. Miguel Lopez-Fuentes, 29, was arrested Aug. 6 in Colorado Springs where he remains in custody in the El ...

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July 21, 2010

Cycling/pedestrian lanes to be added to two Town streets

Roadside lanes for cyclists and pedestrians will be added to two of Castle Rock’s main streets this month as part of a road resurfacing project.

The lanes will be added along both sides of Front Street, between Founder...

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July 9, 2010

Town magazine moves from the printing press to the Internet

Read about an intense workout; one man’s dual life; where to see hand-painted tiles; and where a couple practices their swing at CRgov.com/outlook.

That webpage showcases the latest issue of the Town of Castle Rock’s a...

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Read the Outlook now.
July 8, 2010

Car broken into? Police might have your property

Castle Rock Police have recovered several items believed to have been taken during vehicle break-ins sometime in June in The Meadows, Red Hawk and Downtown areas.

Officers are having a bit of trouble locating the owner...

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July 8, 2010

Officers raising funds for police dog memorial

Police dog Jax, who faithfully served the Castle Rock Police Department for six years before retiring in 2008, went to sleep for the last time in May.

The Belgian Malinois wasn’t the department’s first dog, but he argu...

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July 1, 2010

New zoning option allows mixed use at I-25 interchanges

The Interstate 25 interchanges in Castle Rock are the main entry points into Town.

Strengthening those gateways can help the Town attract new businesses, advancing the goal of keeping Castle Rock a freestanding communi...

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June 17, 2010

Finance Department wins budget award

The Town’s budget serves well as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide and communications device.

Because of this, the Town has received the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States an...

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June 10, 2010

Town may destroy illegal signs in rights of way

Those selling homes, holding garage sales and promoting special events and services should be aware of a new rule regarding signs in the Town’s rights of way.

Town Code already prohibits the posting of signs in the rig...

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June 9, 2010

New public art one of three pieces expected in Castle Rock this month

A new work of art now graces Downtown’s Festival Park as part of the 2010 Art Encounters rotating art exhibition.

“Dancing Moon IV” – a steel and glass sculpture by Denver artist Reven Swanson – was installed Thursday, addi...

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June 4, 2010

CRFD welcomes new deputy chief, fire marshal

A new deputy chief is helping to lead the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department after the retirement of the former deputy chief last month.

Fire Chief Art Morales recently appointed Norris Croom to the deputy chief positio...

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June 3, 2010

Changes to road signs, signals being implemented in Town, across nation

Residents may notice some subtle and some not-so-subtle changes to road signs and traffic signals in the coming months as the Town begins to follow new traffic control regulations.

The initial changes, which conform to the ...

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June 3, 2010

Council appointments fill vacancies on Town boards and commissions

Nearly all the vacancies on the Town’s 12 boards and commissions were filled Tuesday, with Town Council’s appointment of 31 residents to the groups.

A majority of the appointments were reappointments, but there are some new...

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June 2, 2010

New benches donated by Rotary Club add charm to Festival Park

Downtown Castle Rock’s Festival Park is more attractive and useful, since the Castle Rock Rotary Club donated two benches that recently were installed in the park.

The benches were made possible by a $2,000 grant from the S...

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May 27, 2010

Fifth annual Tri the Rock proves most successful yet

The Town’s fifth annual Tri the Rock youth triathlon was the most successful yet, with 416 youngsters completing the race last weekend.

The event raised more than $4,000 for local schools’ physical education programs, as $1...

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May 26, 2010

Business directory helps residents support community by shopping locally

Buying online may be easy, but supporting local businesses also means supporting your community through sales tax.

Sales tax is the Town’s largest source of tax revenue, expected to bring the Town about $24 million this yea...

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May 19, 2010

Teen Court welcomes new members, celebrates continuing volunteers

Castle Rock Teen Court welcomed several new members and thanked its continuing volunteers during a ceremony at last week’s Town Council meeting.

The new members welcomed were Kaitlyn Bentivegna, Meredith Bentley, Jackson Da...

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May 7, 2010

Sales and use tax in Castle Rock scheduled to increase Jan. 1

Town Council wants residents to know that the total sales and use tax rate in Castle Rock is set to go from 7.5 percent to 7.9 percent Jan. 1.

Council heard a presentation on the topic at its Tuesday meeting, to which resid...

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May 6, 2010

Town Utilities employee takes home water conservation award

The Town has worked hard to educate residents about water conservation and to build a conservation ethic in the community.

That effort was recognized last month, when Town Water Conservation Specialist Rick Schultz received...

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April 6, 2010

Two new Councilmembers elected; term length, redistricting changes pass

Two new members will join Castle Rock Town Council next week, as they and the two incumbents running won the four seats up for grabs in the 2010 municipal election.

The four will serve two-year terms, but Councilmembers ele...

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April 1, 2010

Maintenance program helps preserve, extend roadway assets

Castle Rock has about $220 million in roadway assets.

Even as the Town cuts back its expenses, it’s important to maintain those assets not only to preserve the safety of the roads but also to maintain the livability of our ...

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April 1, 2010

Light-timing changes improve travel on Plum Creek Parkway

Drivers traveling on Plum Creek Parkway should experience fewer delays now that traffic lights along the stretch have been retimed to account for new road segments and a redesigned interchange.

The Town aims to update traff...

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March 31, 2010

Castle Rock again named Tree City USA

The Arbor Day Foundation recently recognized Castle Rock as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.

It is the 23rd year Castle Rock has earned this national designation.

The foundation sponsors ...

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More information about Tree City USA
March 25, 2010

Familiar face joins Red Hawk Ridge as head pro

A familiar face soon will be starting work as the head golf professional at the Town’s Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course.

Bob Persichetti, who managed the course from 2002 to 2006, will have his first day Monday, April 5. He fills...

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March 16, 2010

Development assistance offered for senior housing project

One of the Town’s major goals is to become a self-sufficient community that provides appropriate employment, retail, service, educational, recreational and health care facilities.

The addition of a modern senior housing com...

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March 10, 2010

Town saves energy, money by turning it OFF, adding it up!

Turning off the lights when leaving a room is common practice at home, but it isn’t always practiced at the office. The same goes for powering down or unplugging electronic devices that aren’t in use.

Last year, the Town be...

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February 18, 2010

Eight projects honored with Town’s inaugural 2009 Design Awards

Preserving Castle Rock’s community character is an important goal for the Town.

It’s with that goal in mind that the Town recently created a program to honor outstanding building and site design that is consistent with the ...

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February 18, 2010

Good police work nabs suspects in series of Recreation Center thefts

A series of smash and grabs at the Castle Rock Recreation Center hopefully has been halted after police Tuesday arrested two suspects in the latest case.

Police had been on the lookout for the perpetrators for months. In ea...

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February 11, 2010

Felon arrested while attempting to buy gun

Castle Rock Police worked with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and other local law enforcement agencies to arrest a multi-convicted felon as he attempted to buy a gun.

Steven Allen Ford, 29, who goes...

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February 10, 2010

East Plum Creek Trail extension now open

The sparkle in the crown jewel of the Town’s trails system now is a bit brighter.

A 1-mile southward extension of the East Plum Creek Trail recently was completed.

The new stretch extends south from near the Downtown park...

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January 29, 2010

Public Works staffers awarded for innovation, cooperation

Innovation and cooperation are among the attributes the Town’s Public Works staff was recognized as having during a ceremony this week where staffers accepted two awards.

The Colorado Chapter of the American Public Works As...

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