Get involved by volunteering for a Town board or commission

Want to get involved with the Town? Consider applying to fill a vacancy on a Town board or commission.

The Town currently is accepting applications for these vacancies:

 Board of Adjustment – partial term ending May 31, 2019

The Board of A...

Unwind Downtown after 5 p.m. with live music and more

Had a long week at work? Looking for ways to relax and unwind? Spend time Downtown this season with the Town’s Downtown After 5 event series.On select Fridays this summer, Downtown Castle Rock will come alive. Enjoy live music, craft beer, cockt...

Election Commission finalizes plan for new six Council districts

Following the election last May, the Election Commission was charged with redistricting from seven to six Council districts. Town Council received the determination and final redistricting map at its meeting Tuesday. In total, the Election Commission&...

Town Council Update: June 19

Charter amendments to clean up language related to electing an at-large Mayor will move forward following a discussion at Tuesday’s Town Council meeting. Council will formally consider the first reading of the proposed ballot language to amend t...

Drivers: Be alert to upcoming changes related to summer roadwork

Summer is here: the weather is warm, and the Town is making progress on improving numerous local roadways. It’s your tax dollars at work.

Heading into Father’s Day weekend, the Town has updates to share on some major road construction p...

Watering schedule helps Castle Rock Water manage peak demand in summer and during droughts

Residents know, most of Colorado is in a drought. In Castle Rock, the Town has a drought management plan to make sure the community’s water supply is not adversely impacted by dry conditions. While our residents are committed to water conservati...

Tune in to support trails this summer; free concerts and family fun at PSM Park

Great music, delicious food and drinks, family-friendly fun – what more do you need for a perfect night in Castle Rock? Participate in seasonal fun, and help a great cause, at the Town’s Tunes for Trails, Perks for Parks free concert s...

Get going for a good cause; Back the Blue – Castle Rock Half Marathon set for June 23

Runners, mark your calendars. The Castle Rock Half Marathon is set for later this month. Come support the men and women who are sworn to protect our community. This year’s event benefits the Colorado Fallen Heroes Foundation.The race is set for ...

Save gas, get healthy and win prizes; annual Bike to Work Day gets in gear June 27

Want to get healthy, save gas and cut down on the number of vehicles on the road? Ease up on the gas pedal, and pedal your bike to work. Bike to Work Day is set for Wednesday, June 27.The Town will host a free breakfast for cyclists, walkers, and runners ...

Very dry and hot weather prompts Town to implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

It’s been a dry winter and spring, and as weather warms, fire dangers will increase. That’s why the Town is implementing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning today.Acting on authority granted by Town Council, Town Manager David L. Corli...

American Heart Association recognizes Castle Rock Fire and Rescue response

When every moment matters, you can count on Castle Rock Fire and Rescue. The department’s excellent level of service is what is getting it recognized by the American Heart Association.The Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department this month receive...

Looking for a way to give back? Become a Victims Assistance Volunteer with Castle Rock Police

Looking for a way to give back? The Castle Rock Police Department’s Victims Assistance Unit is accepting applications through Jul. 26

Have you found yourself looking for a rewarding way to give back to our community? Consider becoming a Victim Assistance V...

June 5 Council Update

Your Town Council representatives meet twice a month, and during those meetings Councilmembers make decisions that impact residents and business owners. Stay up-to-date on those decisions with this meeting summary.At Tuesday’s meeting, Town Coun...

NEWS: Castle Rock Police ask for the public’s assistance

Castle Rock Police turn to the public for information on a suspicious death from Easter Sunday. On Sunday, April 1, at 5:49 p.m., Castle Rock Police responded to the 100 block of Prairie Hawk Drive after someone discovered an unresponsive adult Hispanic m...

Changes to Town Animal Code are effective June 1

Starting June 1, the Town will have new rules regarding animals.Two open houses, written feedback, Town Council hearings and a year of research drove the changes, which include the following:• Replacing the Town’s breed-specific ban wit...

Come with questions, graduate informed – apply for 2018 Your Town Academy

Get more involved with your Town at Your Town Academy, an eight-week class designed to provide Castle Rock residents and business owners a broad education about their Town government.Applications are being accepted during June at CRgov.com/YTA. Class size...

Know a teen who loves criminal justice and needs community service? Tell them about Teen Court

There are many television shows that captivate audiences with the “behind the scenes” of investigators and prosecutors being heroes in their communities. What if a teen in Castle Rock could be a hero just like in the shows? For teens w...

Meadows Parkway work starts Tuesday. Here’s what to know

Let’s begin with the end in mind. Once completed, construction on Meadows Parkway will lead to a safer, smoother road.Starting Tuesday May 29, crews will begin removing and replacing the 30-year-old concrete with asphalt along Meadows Parkway be...

Collaboration Campus breaks ground, set to bring higher education to Castle Rock

Students and career professionals in Castle Rock will soon have additional, local access to higher education and workforce training. This is thanks to a new collaboration campus in the works for Castle Rock. The new campus officially broke ground Monday.T...

Town of Castle Rock Announced as Finalist for the 2018 National Gold Medal Awards in Parks and Recr

The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is pleased to announce Town of Castle Rock as a finalist for the 2018 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence i...

Help kids unplug this summer; CSU brings popular summer camps to Castle Rock

In just a few short weeks, the final bell will ring, backpacks will be hung up and school will be out for summer. While that’s a time for kids to chill out, it’s also a time for kids to get bored. The Town and Colorado State University...

Savor the sounds of summer; tickets on sale now for 2018 Summer Concert Series

Celebrate a perfect summer night in Castle Rock with great music, warm temperatures and time under the stars. Nestled in the beautiful setting of Philip S. Miller Park, the Amphitheater has become one of Colorado’s most sought after live-music v...

Investigation continues in possible cause of CR house fires; Town starts proactive inspection

Castle Rock Fire and Rescue is continuing its investigation in possible causes of the Meadows neighborhood house fire that occurred on April 17. Investigators have determined extreme wind conditions and highly flammable vegetation fueled the fire. At this...

Council approves work contract for upcoming Meadows Parkway reconstruction

Maintaining roadways for safety and efficiency is a priority for the Town of Castle Rock. Town Council paved the way Tuesday for a major reconstruction project to achieve that priority.During its regular meeting Feb. 20, Council unanimously approved a con...

Fact or Fiction webpage answers your questions about Town topics

If you have questions about what’s happening in your Town, your local government wants to make sure you get an accurate answer.

CRgov.com is like a virtual Town Hall, with plenty of information about happenings in Town. Now, a “Fact or Fiction?” section of...

Council approves plan for Castle Rock’s future

When making daily decisions about our community, it’s important to keep the big picture in mind. With a year of research, analysis and public outreach complete, Town Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a document to do just that.  T...

Council begins implementation of voter-approved Charter changes, forms citizen committee

Voters on Nov. 7 approved a citizen-initiated measure to change language in the Town Charter regarding how the Town’s Mayor is elected. Now, the Mayor will be elected at-large, and there will be six Councilmembers elected within six districts.

Wh...

Council defines future of transportation with approval of updated master plan

Community surveys show transportation is a top priority for residents. It is for Town Council, too, and on Tuesday, Councilmembers approved a plan to take Castle Rock’s transportation system into the future.

The Transportation Master Plan specifi...