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January 2010

As we greet 2010 with promise and opportunity, it is important to reflect upon our accomplishments since incorporation. In that short time we have seen our city grow in many ways. We have:

Established and implemented a fully functioning municipal government
Rezoned Lagae North, which resulted in the opening of American Academy Charter School and the planning of Elk Ridge Park
Celebrated the opening of a library in our community
Annexed The Canyons Development into CPN
Initiated the Lagae South annexation process
Established boards, committees and groups that assist in the growth, safety and sustainability of our community

As we look forward, Metro District integration efforts must continue to help provide much-needed and long-overdue tax relief to our citizens and businesses. We must work together to mutually achieve goals that best serve the community, rather than preserve any one entity.

In addition, the proposed relocation of Colorado Christian University to Highlands Ranch open space (just north of CPN) is cause for concern in terms of the potential impact this could have on our community. As mayor, I began discussions with CCU last June to propose alternate sites for the relocation of CCU’s campus.

Our city now stands on the verge of many opportunities that will further secure a sound and stable future for CPN. These past several years have demonstrated that anything can be accomplished when people come together united by a common goal – and that will never change.

I have been privileged and honored to lead the establishment of our city and to serve as your first elected Mayor of Castle Pines North. And while titles may change, I look forward to supporting the growth and prosperity of our city as we move ahead.

Respectfully,
Maureen A. Shul

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City offices closed Jan. 18

City Council has set the city's holiday schedule for 2010. City offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Other holidays to be observed for 2010 include Presidents Day, Memorial Day, the day after Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. All holidays are noted on the City Calendar, along with the dates of upcoming meetings.

Meet your new Mayor, City Council and elected officials

The City of Castle Pines North is holding a swearing-in ceremony for your newly elected Mayor, City Council and officials at 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 11, at the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce Offices, 562 Castle Pines Pkwy, Suite C-1. In November, you made your voices heard and elected many new faces to represent you in CPN. Welcome the city’s new and returning representatives:

Mayor
Jeffrey Huff
Ward 1
Jennifer Havercroft
Darwin Horan

City Clerk
TBD
Ward 2
Kim Hoffman
Shelley Hamilton-Bruer

City Treasurer
Mark Shively
Ward 3
Doug Gilbert
John Ewing

Interested in serving your community?

City Council passed Resolution 09-95 at the Dec. 17 Council meeting, recognizing a vacancy in the office of city clerk, effective Jan. 11. By state law, Council can appoint a city clerk, but it is open to submissions. The incoming Council will make its final decision on or after Jan. 11, and the new city clerk will serve a two-year term. If you are interested in applying to serve as Castle Pines North’s city clerk beginning in 2010, please contact Deputy City Clerk Carl Kollmar at 303.705.0200 for more information.

Douglas County to continue protection services

City Council voted unanimously at the Dec. 17 meeting to renew public safety and animal control services with the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners through Dec. 31, 2010. “As we head into our third year of service for the City of Castle Pines North, we look forward to continuing our working relationship and take great pride in our commitment to service excellence,” says Douglas County Sheriff David Weaver. Read the full press release here.

Castle Pines North establishes municipal court

City Council has established a municipal court system for the City of Castle Pines North, which went into effect Jan. 1. Court will be held at the CPN Community Center, 7404 Yorkshire Dr., and offenders will be notified of court dates upon receiving traffic citations. Among its judicial powers, the municipal court can:

Impose fines and penalties
Enforce subpoenas
Punish contempt of court to enforce court orders

In addition, the city has appointed Judge Lewis Gresh as the presiding municipal court judge and Karla McCrimmon as the court administrator. Read the full press release here.

Be sustainable; recycle your Christmas tree

Show the environment you care! Recycle your Christmas tree in the Town of Castle Rock. You can drop off your tree at the parking lots in any of these parks until Jan. 31:

Centennial Park, 22 N. Gilbert St.
Founders Park, 4671 Enderud Road
Metzler Ranch Community Park, 4175 Trail Boss Road
Paintbrush Park, 3492 Meadows Blvd.

The Town of Castle Rock has been recycling Christmas trees for more than 10 years, and about 1,000 trees are recycled each year at Castle Rock parks. Remember that Castle Rock turns the trees into mulch, which you can pick up for free between Jan. 15 and Mar. 15. Visit the Castle Rock Christmas tree recycling Web site for more information or call 720.733.2260.

Avoid extreme dangers with cold weather

During the winter months, keeping toasty warm is more than just a matter of comfort – when you’re outdoors, it can be a matter of life or death. Watch out for these freezing weather hazards:

Frostbite. When body tissue freezes, it can cause permanent loss of feeling and movement in affected areas and may require amputation of the affected limb. Symptoms include white or grayish-yellow skin, numbness and a firm, waxy feeling when touching the affected skin.
Hypothermia. Loss of body heat due to prolonged exposure to the cold can impair movement and rational thinking. Someone with severe hypothermia may appear unconscious or even dead, but CPR can keep the victim alive until medical aid arrives. Symptoms of hypothermia include extreme shivering and exhaustion, confusion, slurred speech, memory loss and extreme drowsiness.

Always take these common-sense precautions when going outdoors in cold weather:

Dress in layers. Clothing should be warm, loose and dry. Your top layer should be waterproof.
Cover your critical areas. You can lose up to 40 percent of your body heat if you don’t adequately cover your head, face, hands and feet.
Stay dry. If you get wet, dry off or change clothes immediately.
Keep moving. You’ll keep warmer if you’re walking or staying active.

January dates

Incorporated Feb. 12, 2008, Castle Pines North is a city of about 10,000 located 20 miles south of Denver in Douglas County. For more information on Castle Pines North and to sign up for e-mail alerts about city news, visit www.castlepinesgov.com.