Message from the Mayor
The Honorable Jeff Huff, Mayor
City of Castle Pines North
This year, citizens will see the initial results of the cost-saving efforts of various community organizations. Homeowner association fees have declined along with property taxes, and the City Council and the CPN Metro District are diligently working to create efficiencies in operations.
However, we need to take a long-term view on the costs of operating the city. We need well-planned water initiatives that will ensure the viability of our community for decades to come. We will work to create a capital investment plan to improve our roads and streets. And we will continue efforts to reduce water consumption and improve the landscaping in our common areas and public right-of-ways.
As the economy recovers in 2010, Castle Pines North should be on the leading edge of the economic recovery. Recent annexations will bring additional citizens and businesses to our community. As mayor, it is my intent to make our city a business-friendly location. City Council will soon address a proposal to reduce business licensing fees, and our goal is to maintain close ties with our Chamber of Commerce and our Economic Development Committee.
Finally, construction continues on the community’s newest amenity: Elk Ridge Park. Citizens funded the park through dues paid to the Master Homeowners Association. Elk Ridge Park has come to fruition through the hard work and dedication of the Parks Authority Board. I’d like to thank Board President Anna Mallinson and Parks and Open Space Manager Charlie Fagan for their ongoing commitment to this project.
We have many opportunities ahead of us, and I look forward to the coming of spring.
Respectfully,
Mayor Jeffrey Huff
