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The 2010 CPN Master Association’s Annual Community Garage Sale was held on May 14 and 15. Individual Garage Sales in CPN Want to have a garage sale? We encourage you to participate in CPN Master Association Annual Community Garage Sale held each May. However, CPN residents can also host a sale at your home on…
by Elean Gersack Business in the Pines Website is Up and Running The Business in the Pines website is up and running. Look up participating businesses, find out about upcoming events, and download membership materials. Check it out at www.businessinthepines.com. And the winner is …. In each issue of The Connection, one Business in the…
Castle Pines North (CPN) is home to a unique abundance of wildlife. As the spring weather approaches, please remember to use caution with small children and pets while outdoors. Last summer, numerous mountain lions were spotted in the community. In addition, it is illegal in Colorado to place or distribute food for coyotes or foxes…
President of the Castle Pines North Metro District Board of Directors, Mark Shively by Terri Wiebold President of the Castle Pines North Metro District (District) Board of Directors, Mark Shively, gave a presentation at the February Master Association meeting educating residents about the function of the Metro District and its vision for the future. What…
Board Election Unfortunately, quorum was not reached at the last Board Election Meeting. This has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 3. There are two positions open. Email Alerts Please make sure you are signed up for the Email Alerts through CPN. Email Contact by email with your name, address and neighborhood. Child at Play Signs…
May 19 What: Tri the Rock Youth Triathlon When: Saturday, May 19 Where: Butterfield Park in Castle Rock On Saturday, May 19, Butterfield Park in Castle Rock will host Tri the Rock, a youth triathlon. Kids ranging in age from five to twelve can participate in this USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned event. Children will be…
by Lane Roberts On Thursday, March 1, Douglas County District Court denied Castle Pines Village’s (VILLAGE) motion to dismiss the petition to incorporate filed by Castle Pines North (CPN). In the ruling, Douglas County District Court Judge Vincent R. White presented arguments that CPN was in compliance with the applicable statutes. The motion, filed by…
This v-pan behind the homes on Arco Iris Lane diverts runoff away from residents’ backyards below. Castle Pines North Metro District Parks and Open Space Manager Charlie Fagan stands on the berm and shows how the vpan diverts runoff behind Arco Iris Lane. Photos provided by the CPN Metro District. by David Lichtenstein, Castle Pines…
by Terri Wiebold As Castle Pines North (CPN) welcomes the potential addition of a new fire station in the community, questions have surfaced about what services and capabilities are currently provided by the existing fire station. Fire station 36, located at 421 Castle Pines Parkway, is home to one of two “paramedic engines” operated by…
by Terri Wiebold The Douglas County Emergency Management Special Needs Registry is a database containing information about individuals in Douglas County with special needs who may require assistance in the event of a disaster. The information may also be used to assist emergency personnel and volunteers in providing assistance if called to a residence. Participation…
by Lane Roberts The Castle Pines North (CPN) Metro District has increased the Capital Improvement fee from $13 to $18 per month for all residents. The increase, which took effect in January, was approved by the Metro District Board of Directors as part of the 2007 annual budget. What is the Capital Improvement Fee? This…
“We value our place in the neighborhood, and we want to be a part of this community.” -Darrell Fuston, General Manager, The Ridge Restaurant by Terri Wiebold Whether dining in the rustic yet elegant dining room, or enjoying the breath taking views from the outdoor patio, The Ridge Restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy…
by Terri Wiebold Criminals have, and always will, look for crimes of opportunity to commit against unsuspecting citizens – who in some instances are unaware that they have been victimized until law enforcement or credit card companies contact them. As a result of advances in computer technology, crimes such as identity theft and credit card…
by Lane Roberts Playing at any of the three parks in Castle Pines North (CPN) can be lots of fun for kids – – until they need a restroom. A lack of restroom facilities at CPN parks have been an ongoing problem for as long as the community has existed. On Monday, March 19, the…
The Retreat would like to remind all homeowners of the ACC guidelines for submitting requests for approval. The guidelines can be found on the Retreat website, www.cpnhoa.org/retreat. If you are planning to make any changes or additions to the exterior of your home or property, you must submit a written request for approval a minimum…
The view of the parcel that will become The Canyons across from CPN at I-25 from the Safeway Shopping Center. Photo by Tim Gamble. by Lisa Crockett Major roads in Castle Pines North (CPN) could benefit from the proposed development of “The Canyons,” a planned community on the east side of I-25 and Castle Pines…
Spring Gala – “A Night on Treasure Island” – Saturday, April 21 The American Academy Spring Gala will be held at the Marriott Denver South at Park Meadows on Saturday, April 21. The silent auction, live auction, dinner and dancing event will help raise money for Math, Science and Technology programs, the library, teacher funds,…
by Lane Roberts The first, and oldest, park in Castle Pines North (CPN) is set to receive a face lift. The Castle Pines North Metro District Board of Directors recently approved an upgrade to The Retreat Park. The park, located off Tangleoak Lane in The Retreat neighborhood, was built in the late 1980s. Metro District…
by David Lichtenstein, Castle Pines North Metro District In less than half an hour any resident can learn how to transform a yard into a beautiful landscape that works with our Colorado environment. A free DVD, funded by a grant from the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), makes this possible. The DVD, planned for distribution…
South Metro Fire Rescue Meeting Dates and Times: The South Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors meets the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. The meeting location is 9195 E. Mineral Avenue (north of Park Meadows off Chester Boulevard between County Line Road and Dry Creek Road.) Castle Pines North residents are welcome…
CPNII President Shirley Beer Powell (above left) presents South Metro Fire Rescue firefighter Gretta Flatt with certificates for pet resuscitation masks for all stations in Douglas County. Shoshana Powell (below) tries on the pet mask at CPN’s Fire Station 36. by Terri Wiebold “Burn my house down…destroy all of my property…just save my babies! My…
by Lane Roberts Xcel Energy will be installing the second set of power lines along the eastern corridor of Castle Pines North (CPN) in September. According to Anne MacRae, spokesperson for Xcel Energy, all permits for the second set of power lines have been obtained from Douglas County. MacRae said some preliminary groundwork will begin…
Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker – weeklong wildlife camps for ages five to 10: www.wildlifeexperience.org, 720-488-3300. South Suburban Parks & Recreation, various locations in South Suburban district – a large variety of camps for ages five and older: www.ssprd.org, 303-708-9500. Primrose Schools, Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch, Parker – a variety of themed camps…
by Terri Wiebold The Castle Pines North Master Association communications staff boasts its very own world champion! Tim Gamble, HOA-1 resident, CPN Master Assocation webmaster, and staff photographer for The Connection, has recently won second place in a Photoshop contest, ranking him number 62 in the world. “I decided I needed to practice my skills,…
Annual dues invoices for the Castle Pines North Master Association were sent out in February and were due March 31, 2007. All CPN homeowners (with the exception of Hidden Pointe residents) should have received this invoice. This bill is in addition to any individual neighborhood association dues homeowners pay, and it is only billed once…
by Terri Wiebold The Master Association is the community-wide homeowner association (HOA) that unifies and represents all the individual neighborhoods within Castle Pines North (CPN). It is served by a seven-member volunteer board of directors, and has delegates represented from individual neighborhood HOAs. Its primary function is to work as an advocate to resolve community…
Womenade Board Members are pictured clockwise from top left: Debbie Vair, Carla Kenny, Sharon Kollmar, Donna Scott, Jamie Kimbrouogh. Photo by Elean Gersack. by Elean Gersack It is simple enough – women gather for a potluck meal and offer a small donation to help a family or individual in need. From single parents with serious…
By Lisa Crockett A Castle Pines North church is celebrating its third year. To observe this important milestone, Solid Life Christian Center (SLCC), will kick off a new Sunday School program in March. The program will begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday mornings and will offer classes for all ages. SLCC also offers a variety…
Lisa Towne, Little Italy Pizza in Castle Pines North Parker resident Skip Guarini with his dog “Vinny” By Lisa Crockett What is for supper tonight? How about an authentic Italian pizza, one with roasted red and yellow peppers, sausage and Calamata olives? Order this pie at Little Italy Pizza in Castle Pines North, called the…
By Celine Hundt Wondering where to take that special someone for Valentine’s Day? The Celtic Crossing puts together a unique menu in February to celebrate this special holiday. To view the complete Valentine’s menu, visit www.celticcrossingpub.com or call 303-663-6644 for more information. If a romantic evening at home is more what you had in mind,…
By Terri Wiebold The Castle Pines North (CPN) Metro District has completed the necessary concrete work on the new crosswalks on Hidden Point Boulevard and on Monarch near Serena. Douglas County Public Works was scheduled to install the signage and markings at the two locations, but recent weather has caused delays. According to Douglas County…
By Lisa Crockett Progress is slow but sure on the future Walgreens development at the corner of Castle Pines Parkway and Lagae Road. The developer, Minnesota-based Anxon, Inc., had hoped to break ground before the end of 2006, but now plans to begin sometime in April. Representatives from the developer hosted a second presentation with…
By Celine Hundt What do Bristlecone Single, Stonecroft, Briarcliff, GreenBriar, WinterBerry, Bramble Ridge and BristleCone all have in common? All seven are communities that are serviced by the CPNII HOA, and were built by Village Homes. With a total of 682 homes, the CPNII HOA is the second largest homeowner’s association (HOA) in Castle Pines…
By Terri Wiebold With a belief that strong businesses contribute to the stability and the well-being of a community, the Castle Pines North Master Association has been working to form a business association in Castle Pines North (CPN). With recent announcements of incorporation efforts, promoting an environment of communication, cooperation and support for local businesses…
Noel Coyne of Celtic Crossing and Paul Arvidson of Castle Rock Bank by Elean Gersack On Tuesday, January 16, local business owners had the opportunity to learn more about, and to sign-up for, Business in the Pines memberships. Carla Kenny and Sharon Kollmar, co-directors of Business in the Pines, spoke about member benefits and initial…
Pilates in the Pines is offering a Valentine’s Day Special to new members. From now until the end of February residents can try an introductory lesson for 50 percent off the regular price. Just mention that you saw this offer in The Connection. Pilates in the Pines is located at 7280 Lagae Road, Suite J,…
By Lane Roberts The Castle Pines North (CPN) Master Association is the community-wide HOA that unifies and represents all the individual neighborhoods within the community, while enhancing the overall quality of life for residents. The Master Association communicates important information to the community via newpaper (The Connection), website (www.cpnhoa.org) and through community e-mail alerts. Residents…
Buffalo Ridge Brownie Troop 628 fills pillowcases for The Women’s Crisis and Outreach Center (photo courtesy of the Harper family.) Buffalo Ridge Gold Rush: Staking Our Claim for the Future! Save the date for the Buffalo Ridge Silent Auction on April 21, 2007. The event will be held at The Sanctuary and will benefit the…
By Terri Wiebold The recent blizzards in Colorado have reminded residents of the importance of being prepared in any type of emergency. For those who received a copy of the 2007 Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Preparedness Guide, planning for the recent snow storms may have been a bit easier. The guide has an abundance…
New to the Master Association Board are Jennifer Havercroft and Patrick Brierley, both of whom bring a wealth of knowledge from their service to Daniel’s Gate. Havercroft has been president of the North Lynx HOA and Brierley has served as the vice president of the Romar HOA. Both have served as delegates to the Master…
Santa visits with HOA#2 children on December 2nd Article and photos by Elean Gersack During the month of December, Castle Pines North (CPN) residents found the makings for holiday spirit close to home. Children from HOA2 enjoyed a visit with Santa while collecting books for Rock Canyon High School’s FBLA book drive benefiting Wheeling Elementary…
Cynthia Martin of BristleCone captured these amazing photos on January 5. The herd of elk travelled through the number one fairway of The Ridge golf course behind Martin’s home. According to the Colorado Division of Wildlife, elk move down from the mountains to places where they can still find grass and other plants to eat…
Photo by Terri Wiebold By Terri Wiebold On December 5, 2006, the Castle Pines North Metro District (CPNMD) Board of Directors held a public meeting with Douglas County representatives and the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to discuss the District’s need to include the Lagae Ranch property in its service boundaries for revenue purposes. At…
Preservation Committee Volunteers sign up for six teams that will help with the incorporation election process. By Lane Roberts More than 40 volunteers from Castle Pines North (CPN) attended the Citizens for the Preservation of Castle Pines North work session on Wednesday, January 17, at the Community Center. During the meeting, CPN Master Association President…
by Lane Roberts By now, most residents have heard the news. Castle Pines North (CPN) filed a petition to incorporate as the “City of Castle Pines North” on December 5, 2006. Three minutes later, Castle Pines Village (VILLAGE) also filed a petition to incorporate as the “City of Castle Pines.” Both communities have the business…
by Lisa Crockett The World Book Encyclopedia was what brought Eva Mitchell to Colorado. A native of Germany, Mitchell came to the United States in the mid-1950s. In need of a job, she obtained employment selling sets of World Book Encyclopedias. “I didn’t really enjoy the job,” said Mitchell. “But the company held a contest…
The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) welcomed Jack Hilbert in November 2006, upon the departure of nine-year Commissioner, Mike Maxwell. The three-member board serves as the legislative, policy-making and administrative body governing the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. It acts to adopt ordinances in those limited areas for which specific authority has been given by…
By Elean Gersack The Douglas County School District (DCSD) Early Childhood Education Center will hold a lottery for the 2007-08 preschool year beginning Monday, March 12 and ending Friday, March 16, at 4 p.m. The DCSD preschool program is designed for both typical and special needs three and four year old children. Generally, classrooms consist…
by Elean Gersack Congratulations to three Castle Pines North (CPN) resident boys who skated to State Title for Rocky Heights Nighthawks Inline Hockey Club: Mark Hernandez, JT Kiefer and Max McDade. The Nighthawks were undefeated this year and won the state title against Horizon Middle School, with a score of 6-3, on December 3, 2006.…
by Terri Wiebold and Elean Gersack Businesses in Castle Pines North (CPN) have created a new business association, Business in the Pines. This newly-formed organization brings businesses and merchants, located at I-25 and Castle Pines Parkway, together for the future. “The existence of a successful and vibrant business community is important to the future of…
by Elean Gersack Business in the Pines, a newly formed business association in Castle Pines North (CPN) announces Market in the Pines. Market in the Pines is planned from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month from June through September, 2007. This outdoor, open-air market will include antiques, eclectic home…
The date for the second CC-20 public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners has been changed. The hearing will now be held on Wednesday,January 10, at 9 a.m. at 100 Third Street in Castle Rock; the hearing was scheduled for December 20, but was rescheduled because of the blizzard. Zoned for commercial development, CC-20…
by Elean Gersack According to a local group of residents, now is the time to bring a recreation center to Castle Pines North (CPN). With the community virtually at build out, land options are narrowing and a plot for civic use may become available on the Lagae Ranch property, located behind King Soopers. Civic amenities,…
December 8 What: Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra Concert When: Friday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Cornerstone Baptist Church in Lone Tree A holiday concert will take place at the Cornerstone Baptist Church at 9941 Lone Tree Parkway in Lone Tree. For more information, visit www.lonetreesymphony.org.
by Elean Gersack “Under the Sea” Book Fair Raises Thousands The Buffalo Ridge Elementary School Book Fair, held in October, raised over $4,000 for the school. Money raised from this event will be used for technology updates, character programs, additional playground fencing, and science curriculum. The “Under the Sea” Reading Adventure theme featured a “Sensational…
by Lisa Crockett After years of negotiations involving Castle Pines North (CPN), Xcel Energy and the Public Utilities Commission (PUC), plans are now complete for the final expansion of the power lines that travel diagonally through the eastern part of CPN. Continued efforts by CPN Master Association Vice President, Bruce Thompson, and Charter Oaks residents…
By Lisa Crockett Do-it-yourselfers in Castle Pines North will have to wait a bit longer than originally expected for a new Lowe’s store to open in Castle Rock. The store, which will be built at the corner of Meadows Parkway and Santa Fe (near The Outlets at Castle Rock), was announced in July and was…
by Elean Gersack Congratulations Rockslide Participants Congratulations to all TTE Rockslide participants! The Timber Trail Educational Alliance (TTEA) will use the funds raised for the school’s science and reading programs as well as technology improvements. The TTEA is hoping to raise $44,000 during this school year to be used for these great programs. Prior to…
Developer Chris Fellows (left) walks the Lagae Ranch property while talking with HOA1 residents. (Photo by Lane Roberts) by Lane Roberts For years, residents in HOA1 have enjoyed hundreds of acres of open space – right in their back yards. HOA1, which consists of the 424 homes in Royal Hill, Knights Bridge and Noble Ridge,…
by Terri Wiebold The recent opening of FirstBank inside the Safeway grocery store has provided added convenience to many Castle Pine North (CPN) residents. As Colorado’s largest locally-owned banking organization, FirstBank has been providing full-service banking for more than 40 years. Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, FirstBank is well established in the marketplace as a premier…
Castle Pines North Resident Carol Langley-Finnegan In June, Castle Pines North (CPN) residents Carol Langley-Finnegan and Walt Wohlgemuth graduated from a 10-week citizen’s academy sponsored by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and officially became Community Safety Volunteers. The program provided specialized training to Langley-Finnegan and Wohlgemuth in the areas of self defense, conflict resolution, defensive…
Citizens for the Preservation of Castle Pines North by Lane Roberts It started with a proposal for a new road near neighbors to the south of Castle Pines North (CPN). Now, Castle Pines Village (Village) is on the fast track to become the “City of Castle Pines.” A proposed road connecting from The Meadows subdivision…
by Elean Gersack Douglas County Open Enrollment Parents wishing to enroll children in a Douglas County School District school, other than a designated neighborhood school, must complete an open enrollment form. As of December 1, open enrollment forms can be downloaded from the district website at www.dcsdk12.org and parents can view a list of the…
by Elean Gersack Get set to cheer for your favorite teachers and staff members. The fourth annual Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) versus Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) Teacher Kickball Game has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rock Canyon High School gymnasium. This event always brings big crowds and lots of…
by Elean Gersack Make plans now for the 2008 Holiday Carriage Rides, brought to you by the Castle Pines North (CPN) Master Association. The rides are planned for Monday through Wednesday, December 1-3 and Monday though Wednesday, December 8-10 in the beautiful HOA2 neighborhood. Rides will run every half hour from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30…
by Elean Gersack SafeSplash swim school opened for swim lessons on Monday, November 27, at a brand new facility located next to The Wildlife Experience. This dedicated warm water pool is just what kids need to feel comfortable and gain confidence in the water. SafeSplash boasts instructors that are highly experienced and teach at very…
Rapper Hunter Brown known as “Busta Brown” to his fans by Lisa Crockett Ask the average person what they think about rap music, and you would be likely to find that rap is often linked with less-than-desirable behavior. A 16-year-old in Castle Pines North is on a mission to change that stereotype. “Rap is usually…
by Lane Roberts As the holidays rapidly approach, now is a great time to become re-acquainted with the many businesses in Castle Pines North (CPN). The local shops and restaurants in CPN are an integral part of everyday life and greatly enhance the community. “We have such a wide variety of unique businesses and services…
by Terri Wiebold Castle Pines North (CPN) residents have seen a change in the speed limit signs on Castle Pines Parkway between Buffalo Trail and I-25. This change was implemented as a result of the findings of an engineering study conducted by Douglas County and a resolution signed by the Board of County Commissioners in…
Master Association Board President Maureen Shul By Lane Roberts On Friday, November 17, the Castle Pines North (CPN) Master Association hosted a meeting of all the local businesses within CPN. Dozens of business owners attended the meeting to learn more about how plans for the possible incorporation of Castle Pines Village could directly impact them.…