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Outlook Town of Castle Rock
VOL. 13 | ISSUE 1 | SPRING/SUMMER 2019
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INSIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2019
8 Castle Rock’s newest park takes connecting the community to a whole different level. We are honoring a beloved community member and the sacrifice he and his family have made. Deputy Zack S. Parrish III Memorial Park is currently under construction. The new park, near Aspen View Academy, will not only be a great community gathering location, but it will also be a beautiful way to honor a key community member.
04 Get to know Town Council Learn a bit more about your Councilmembers through unique questions and answers.
06 Conquering the call to conserve Every drop is important. That’s the message Castle Rock Water wants every Town resident to know. It’s less about limiting the water we use, and more about being mindful of how we use our water.
14 One by one policing
12 In a time of crisis, you count on Castle Rock Fire and Rescue to be there for you. What we often overlook is that firefighters provide lifesaving education all year.
CRPD officers know that focusing on one person at a time is an important mechanism when building trust within the community. That unique approach is translated both externally and within the police force.
18 Riverwalk Fresh additions to Downtown provide Castle Rock residents and visitors new destinations to explore.
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WELCOME
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to the community I’ve been the Town’s Mayor for four months. In that time, many connections within the community have become more apparent to me: • The connection between the Town’s sound planning and our high quality of life in Castle Rock •
The connection between having a strong sales tax base and being able to adequately maintain our roads, and to ensure there are enough police officers and firefighters keeping us safe
• The connections that numerous annual community events help us maintain with our neighbors As Mayor, part of my role is to help spotlight these connections and to maintain many of my own. While I’d love to connect personally with everyone in the community, I know that’s not possible. But, I’ve started a Facebook page so anyone who’s interested can see what work I’m up to on the Town’s behalf. Visit facebook.com/CRMayorCO for a glimpse into what I’ve got going on. As Mayor, I always want residents’ input, and to make sure you feel heard. You’re always welcome to email me (jgray@CRgov.com), the entire Council (TownCouncil@CRgov.com) or Town staff (TownManager@CRgov.com). We all work hard to make sure any questions or concerns you share get answered. Or, keep up with the Town (@CRgov) on social media or on its website, CRgov.com, for information on meetings and events where we can meet in person. I look forward to connecting with you soon.
Mayor Jason Gray Magazine team Editor: Kristin Zagurski T. 720-733-3552 E. kzagurski@CRgov.com Designer: Carrie Martin T. 303-660-1387 E. cmartin@CRgov.com Writer: KerriAnne Mukhopadhyay T. 303-660-1381 E. kmukhopadhyay@CRgov.com Writer: Lauren Vaccaro T. 303-660-1382 E. lvaccaro@CRgov.com Photos by: NickLucey.com, Mark Sims, various staff and volunteers.
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Members generally serve four-year terms. Their service is a part-time job – most members have day jobs in addition to their Council duties. Learn a bit more about your Councilmembers by reading through these questions and answers. Or, read their full bios online at CRgov.com/MeetCouncil.
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In addition to on voicemail and email, all Councilmembers can be reached via snail mail at: Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104, or by fax at 303-660-1024.
forward to doing in your time off?
A: Writing. I’ve been part of the publication of seven books –
one on my own, and six under the penname Harris Gray. I met my collaborator, Allan Harris, at my coffee shop. We published our first book of 13 short stories, “And We Fished Some More,” 10 years ago. Our most recent book, “Imperfect Compromise,” made it to third on Amazon’s Political Fiction list.
Q: What’s your dream vacation spot? A: Bora Bora. I love the ocean, and it looks like it’s in the middle of nowhere.
Find out more about Jason at CRgov.com/Mayor.
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Getting to know Jess Q: What is your favorite childhood memory? A: Driving up the highway on Pikes Peak with my family. We got
out whenever we could from Garden of the Gods to Grand Canyon.
Q: What’s one little-known fact about you? A: I led a team that built two racks that are in service on the International Space Station.
District > Jess Loban > jloban@CRgov.com 720-733-3585
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Your elected Mayor and > Jason Gray Town Council members > jgray@CRgov.com set the Town’s strategic 303-663-4401 direction and make major decisions regarding Town budgets, developments, laws and more.
Getting to know Jason Q: Do you have a passion project or hobby you look
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Find out more about Jess at CRgov.com/District1.
Getting to know Jason Q: What’s one little-known fact about you?
A: Ever since I did my first
headstand while doing yoga last year, I’ve done one every day since.
Q: What book, movie or television character is most like you?
A: I have no idea, but my
music friends like to joke with me and say that they envision me around Town as Sherman Hemsley in the opening theme song for the ’80s TV show “Amen.” Find out more about Jason at CRgov.com/District4.
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Q: What’s your favorite childhood memory? A: Working with my father on his carpenter or concrete jobs, learning to work hard by example.
Q: What was the best birthday of your life? A: Each birthday, I call my mother and thank her.
The best birthday is the next one.
Find out more about Kevin at CRgov.com/District 3.
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District > James Townsend > jtownsend@CRgov.com 303-660-1396
music. I have a room dedicated to it in my house with a drum kit, speakers and four guitars. I played in a punk band in college named Doug Valley, after an elementary school in Colorado Springs where I used to skateboard. We recorded a CD and even opened for the Plain White T’s once.
Q: If you could meet any person, living or dead, who would it be?
A: Benjamin Franklin. He just seems like
wanted to learn?
A: To play the saxophone. I love the sound of the saxophone, but I am musically challenged. David Sanborn is one of my favorite saxophonists.
Q: If you could meet any person, living or dead, who would it be?
District > Caryn Johnson > cjohnson@CRgov.com 303-663-4403
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he’d be a great guy to hang with. He was frugal, which my wife and I can appreciate, being parents of five. He lived virtuously, without being preachy. He loved country and freedom, and he was so witty. He was a real Renaissance Man. More about James at CRgov.com/District2.
Getting to know Caryn Q: What is one skill you’ve always
A: Vince Lombardi, during his time coaching the
Green Bay Packers. I like his quote, “It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” He was able to take a diverse group of players and inspire them to work together to win. Lombardi’s example of commitment continues to inspire me today. Find out more about Caryn at CRgov.com/District5.
Getting to know George
Q: What’s your favorite childhood memory? A: Playing baseball in the summers back in Kansas. There were about 12 of us kids all the same age in my
neighborhood. The Kansas City Royals were almost always in the Pennant Race against the Yankees back then, and we all wanted to grow up to be George Brett or Lou Piniella. After dinner, we’d head back out to the baseball diamond and play as the sun went down, until we couldn’t see the ball anymore.
Q: What’s one little-known fact about you? A: Before getting elected, I was a pretty serious home brewer. Our tap water here in Castle Rock is almost ideal for brewing IPAs, amber ales and California Common (or steam) beer and Oktoberfest/ Martzen styles. Find out more about George at CRgov.com/District6.
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A: I love playing guitar and recording
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or hobby you look forward to doing in your time off?
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Q: Do you have a passion project
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Getting to know Kevin
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NORTHEAST CASTLE ROCK
Getting to know James
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CASTLE ROCK WATER
Conquering the call to conserve
Every drop is important. That’s the message Castle Rock Water wants every Town resident to know. It’s less about limiting the water we use, and more about being mindful of how we use our water. Long-time Castle Rock residents have made conservation a way of life. But, Castle Rock Water is taking steps to make conservation an even higher community priority.
While chirping birds and sprouting leaves mean spring is on the way, it also means irrigation season is right around the corner. Castle Rock Water’s Water Use Management Plan helps the department manage the community’s water demands during the warmer seasons. While most residents are committed to conservation, the summer months and irrigation season mean water use will be particularly high.
That’s why the department works hard to help residents only water when it’s most effective and efficient.
water to meet the community’s needs, but not if everyone is running their sprinklers at the same time.”
For the 2019 season, outdoor watering schedules are in place for the months of May, June, July, August and September. That’s two months longer than last year. But, Castle Rock Water says the watering schedule is key to the community’s long-term water future.
In addition to the every-third-day watering schedule, residents are only allowed to water their lawns during the cooler, more humid times of day – between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. This is when evapotranspiration – a measurement of how much water needs to be used to replace water lost through evaporation and transpiration – is at its lowest. Watering then is most effective, meaning residents will get a bigger bang for their buck. Learn more at CRconserve.com/waterschedule.
“Think of it like four people in a household all taking showers at the same time, while running the dishwasher, and starting the laundry. There’s enough water supply, but not enough hot water,” said Castle Rock Water Director Mark Marlowe. “The same concept applies to irrigation season. We can deliver enough
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CASTLE ROCK WATER
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT WATER While every resident is encouraged to be mindful about their water use, there are some people who are looking to get more involved. If that’s you, there are a few events coming up this season.
Spring up the Creek
Saturday, May 4 • 8 a.m.-noon Become a “force for nature” this season, and help keep the community’s waterways beautiful and clean. Volunteers will be working to clean up areas of East Plum Creek and Sellars Gulch. Following the cleanup efforts, don’t miss the family friendly activities in Festival Park. More information is available at CRgov.com/springup.
Parade of Gardens
Saturday, June 15 • 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Take a tour of water-smart yards in our community. A landscape expert or the homeowner will be at each location to answer questions and give tips. Learn how to incorporate Coloradoscape into your yard.
Embracing the color of Coloradoscape Colorado is known for its colorful landscape, and lush green lawns are a thing of the past. Now, conservation experts are wanting residents to embrace the changing landscape of Coloradoscape. “Lush, green lawns are old news,” Marlowe said. “Kentucky Bluegrass is not native to Colorado. It takes a lot of water, and a lot of work to maintain. We want people to know there are other options out there.” Plants considered part of Coloradoscape design are native to the region and range in color, variety, growing season and water efficiency. Hardscape is also big in water-efficient designs. Experts recommend researching your options when considering alternatives for a more water-conscious yard. There are types of hybrid grasses out there that use 30 to 50 percent less water than Kentucky Bluegrass.
This summer, the Town will be trying to practice what it preaches when it comes to reducing water consumption. Castle Rock Water is partnering with the Parks and Recreation Department to look at ways to cut back. Several parks – including the ballfields at Metzler Ranch Community Park – are being converted to synthetic turf, and park irrigation timers are being adjusted and monitored. “We absolutely want people to have beautiful yards of which they can be proud,” Marlowe said. “Just look beyond the color green. There are lots of options out there that truly represent the colorful nature of Colorado.”
Looking to update the yard?
CRconserve.com has a Plant Finder list that can help. Explore more than 200 options native to the Castle Rock area.
Coloradoscape contest
Are you looking to redo your yard but don’t know where to begin? Do you have a lot of grass you’re looking to replace? We want to hear from you. Castle Rock Water will be holding a contest this summer to look for residents hoping to have a Coloradoscape makeover. The winner will receive a lawn makeover worth more than $8,000. Stay tuned for details on how to enter, and be sure to follow the Town on social media (@CRgov) to keep up with updates.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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A park or trail helps turn a development into a neighborhood. In Castle Rock, the Parks and Recreation Department takes that to heart. That’s why the department works hard to make sure Castle Rock continues to have some of the best parks and trails in the state. Connecting a community sounds simple, but maintaining the unique outdoor amenities of Castle Rock takes a lot of planning and skillful execution. Sometimes, that planning looks toward the future, while other times, remembering the past is what’s important. One of the Town’s newest parks takes connecting the community to a whole different level. Castle Rock is honoring a beloved community member and the sacrifice he and his family have made. Deputy Zack S. Parrish III Memorial Park is currently under construction. The new park, near Aspen View Academy, will not only be a great community gathering location but it will also be a beautiful way to honor a key community member. Deputy Parrish was killed in the line of duty while responding to a domestic disturbance call on Dec. 31, 2017. He served with the Castle Rock Police Department before transitioning to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. This park was named in his honor and pays tribute to his sacrifice. “We wanted to honor Zack and his dedication to public service,” said Parks and Recreation Director Jeff Brauer. “We are honoring a fallen officer and recognizing the commitment and dedication of the law enforcement profession. It’s a great opportunity to be able to infuse so much meaning into a neighborhood park.” Park designers are working to incorporate memorial features into the park. The grand opening is planned for this summer. Keep an eye on the Town’s website, CRgov.com/futureparks, or follow the Town on social media for details.
Trail extension project continues connection within the community The memorial park is only one way the Parks and Recreation Department is enhancing the community this year. Work is also underway for the southern extension of the East Plum Creek Trail. East Plum Creek Trail is the main trail that travels through Town. Currently, the trail travels 6 miles from Castle View High School to South Perry Street. The 2-mile extension will take the Town’s most widely used paved trail all the way to Crystal Valley. In addition to daily commuter and recreational activity, the trail network is actively used for several special events, including Bike to Work Day. East Plum Creek Trail is also part of a larger statewide trail system called the Colorado Front Range Trail. “We are excited to offer 2 miles of trail along the picturesque riparian corridor of the East Plum Creek. It provides a scenic opportunity to walk, ride and run to the heart of Downtown,” Brauer said. “Trail projects like this help connect neighbors to neighbors.” While weather can impact construction schedules, completion of the trail extension is planned for this fall. Find out more, and stay up to date on construction progress, at CRgov.com/EPCtrailproject.
Get active with Castle Rock
Whether it’s a park project, trail extension or community activity, the Parks and Recreation Department’s goal is to get the community outdoors. Living in Castle Rock, we are lucky to be surrounded by beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife. Whether it’s paddling at Rueter-Hess Reservior, volunteering along the creek or burning calories at a free fitness program, enjoy everything our community has to offer at an outdoor community event. Get outdoors this summer, and view all the upcoming events, at CRgov.com/events.
Rueter-Hess Paddle Days
Select weekend days May 26 through Sept. 22 Starting this spring, residents will be invited to explore some of the recreational opportunities at Rueter-Hess Reservior. While the reservoir is not officially open to the public, it is open for special events. Paddle Days is an opportunity for people to check out the reservoir using nonmotorized watercraft. Visit CRgov.com/rueterhessrec for more information, including 2019 dates.
National Trails Day Saturday, June 1 • 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Gateway Mesa Open Space
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Calling all nature enthusiasts, we need volunteers! The Town is partnering with Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado to celebrate National Trails Day. Help construct a new 2-mile soft-surface trail at Gateway Mesa Open Space. The new trail will provide users with access to the unique Northern-forested portion of the property. More information is available at CRgov.com/trailsday.
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PUBLIC WORKS
The road most traveled
How the Town plans for improvements and maintenance needs for a growing community Whether you live in the outskirts of Castle Rock or the heart of Downtown, how you travel shapes your everyday life. The average vehicle miles traveled for a Castle Rock household is about 24,500 annually. When it comes to commuting, 81.3 percent of residents do it, with an average drive of 28.4 minutes. One main goal of the Town’s Public Works Department is to consider how to best connect the community through roadways and beyond. To keep Castle Rock on the move, transportation specialists plan for both immediate and future needs, covering planning, designing and maintaining more than 670 lane miles of roadway. In 2019, the Town will be repairing and improving more than 127 lane miles in the Pavement Maintenance Program alone. Thoughtful planning helps keep traffic moving and residents safe. The adjacent map highlights where residents can expect to see roadwork throughout the season. For a closer look at the Transportation Master Plan, Public Works Department Strategic Plan and the Pavement Maintenance Program, visit CRgov.com/roads.
OUR MISSION: To provide outstanding service, safety and support for transportation infrastructure and maintenance.
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This popular intersection will be upgraded to improve safety and reduce congestion. Additional turn lanes will be added, along with new pedestrian ramps and designated bike lanes.
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The focus of this year’s Pavement Maintenance Program is The Meadows neighborhood. Residents can find a map of their street and planned work at CRgov.com/PMP. Types of work will include everything from reconstruction to concrete restoration. To help with the inconvenience, residents will also be notified through a note on their door 48 to 72 hours before scheduled work. ay ar kw eek P r C Plum
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CASTLE ROCK FIRE AND RESCUE
PREVENTION is a fire fundamental
In a time of crisis, you count on Castle Rock Fire and Rescue to be there for you. What we often overlook is that firefighters provide lifesaving education throughout the entire year. Through education and communication, CRFD works not only as a response team, but also as a prevention team. In line with the department’s vision, “to be the best at providing emergency and prevention services,” fire staff work around the clock to present safety messages to the public. “The team you have serving you in every position and every division of the department is deeply committed, and I could not be more proud of each and every one of them for their excellence, dedication and service 24/7/365,” said Chief Norris Croom.
CRFD offers classes that reach a variety of ages and demographics, adding to an all-encompassing prevention program. As prevention is the priority, find out how you can learn from your local fire and safety experts: • CPR classes: Available several times a year, CPR classes teach residents the basic skills of adult, child, and infant CPR in accordance with the American Heart Association. For a list of upcoming classes and to sign up, visit CRgov.com/CPR.
• Car seat installations: CRFD has an ongoing car seat inspection program. The program is available at all five fire stations seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. This program is designed to educate the public on safely transporting their most important packages, their children.
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CASTLE ROCK FIRE AND RESCUE
Conditioned for safety The summer season is when weather conditions and fire restrictions are of highest importance. Castle Rock Fire and Rescue works diligently to monitor and prepare for potential weather-related fire danger.
In September 2018, the Town welcomed Norris Croom as Castle Rock Fire and Rescue’s newest Chief.
Twice a year, the Town schedules fireworks, pending weather conditions. The Fourth of July fireworks show is scheduled to shoot from Santa Fe Quarry Mesa above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course, and fireworks are also scheduled to shoot from The Rock for the Starlighting ceremony in November.
Although new to the position of Fire Chief, Croom is no rookie. Croom began his career as a volunteer firefighter for the Town in 1986 and was the first career firefighter the Town hired in 1993. He has spent his entire career since with CRFD, serving at all levels and in nearly all areas, including in paramedicine, hazardous materials, emergency management, training and operations.
When dry weather conditions become severe, the Town will enter into fire restrictions. Under Stage 1 restrictions, the use of fireworks is not permitted. Other restrictions under Stage 1 include no building, maintaining or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire without a permit; no smoking unless in an enclosed vehicle or building; and no use of open flame torches, such as those used in welding.
With many years of experience, Chief Croom is leading the department through an exciting time of change. “Our goal is to continue to provide an outstanding level of service that the Town is accustomed to, and maintain that level of service as we continue to grow,” Croom said.
Under Stage 2 restrictions, there is no open burning of any kind; no use nor sale of fireworks (including professional displays); no use of charcoal grills; and no campfires. Should the Town need to enter one of these restrictions, residents will be notified and informed on how best to stay safe.
Keep an eye out for the 2018 Annual Report, highlighting the department’s statistics and accomplishments. Reports can be found at CRgov.com/fire.
• Safer Senior classes: Adults ages 65
and older are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fire compared to the population at large. Safer Senior classes cover topics such as home fire safety, cooking dangers and how to safeguard from falls. These free classes are held at the Senior Center, as well as retirement communities throughout Town. Assisted and independent living communities can request the class to come to them at CRgov.com/fire.
• Healthy Risks for Teens: This new
program was developed in 2018 and is delivered to both 7th and 8th graders at Castle Rock and Mesa middle schools. The class teaches teens that healthy risks get you out of your comfort zone and lead to growth, versus unhealthy risks that may have negative consequences to yourself, someone else or property.
Along with classes, CRFD also reviews building plans and construction sites for potential hazards and safety concerns. It’s through planning, inspecting and education that the community avoids many dangers. The behind-the-scenes work of a firefighter is truly never done.
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CASTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT
POLICING THE COMMUNITY
one by one Engaging with the public one by one is a concept developed by the Castle Rock Police Department, and it speaks to the nationwide effort to provide better police officers.
CRPD officers know that focusing on one person at a time is an important mechanism when building trust within the community. That unique approach is translated both externally and within the police force. While building that trusting relationship is a top priority, it isn’t always easy. “We believe that our officers need to feel like they are in a safe environment in order to effectively perform their job,” said Castle Rock Police Chief Jack Cauley. “I want our officers to feel like they
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This community concept is something the department has been working on for some time. The idea is for officers to address their interactions with the public individually. The benefit of this individual police approach is that the officer is able to truly evaluate how best he or she can serve each person. Sometimes, that service is based on a criminal event, but other times it’s based on a quality-of-life issue.
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Engaging with the public one by one is a concept developed by the Castle Rock Police Department, and it speaks to the nationwide effort to provide better police officers. As more and more law enforcement organizations focus on community policing, officers are rethinking how they interact with the public and each other.
are valued and heard. No idea is a bad idea. And, fostering that environment of trust will help our officers build a trusting relationship with the members of our community.”
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Sometimes, protecting a community starts one person at a time. That’s certainly the case for the Castle Rock Police Department as it works to keep the community among the safest in Colorado. One-by-one policing is not just a motto for the Town’s police officers, it’s a complete lifestyle. Castle Rock officers believe focusing on a more compassionate approach helps them better connect with the community.
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“Looking for ways to more personally interact with our residents fosters an environment where our entire community can thrive,” Cauley said.
“We believe that our officers need to feel like they are in a safe environment in order to effectively perform their job.”
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CASTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT
Help keep watch with CRPD They say moms have eyes in the back of their heads, and Castle Rock Police is trying to take that saying to heart by asking for the public’s help in keeping watch over the community. Do you have a video camera set up outside your home? Register to help Castle Rock Police keep an eye on your neighborhood. Rock Watch is a program where residents can register their security cameras. The department is working to create a secure, private map of locations with possible video footage. That way, if there is ever a crime in your neighborhood, police know where they may have access to more information. Keep in mind, signing up for the program does not give police a live feed to your camera. It simply tells police you have a camera outside your home. If you are contacted for video footage, it’s still your “Whether it’s helping shovel a sidewalk during a call, or creating new programs to engage the public, one-by-one policing helps the entire department take a more compassionate approach to policing.”
decision whether to share the files.
For many CRPD officers, interacting with the public is the best part of the job. That’s why the officers are always looking for ways to get out in the community. In the Bike Unit, that means teaching special needs residents how to ride a two-wheel bike, or jumping hills with kids at Rhyolite Bike Park for Dirt Jumps and Donuts. For the public information team, that means striking up a conversation over a cup of Joe at Coffee with a Cop, or battling neighborhood kids in a water cannon fight at Splash Mobs at Philip S. Miller Park.
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“Instead of concentrating only on metrics such as ticket counts and number of arrests, our department is dedicated to focusing on how we are impacting people’s lives,” Cauley said. For a community that prides itself on small-town charm, it doesn’t get much better than knowing we have a Police Department that is not only looking out for the safety of the Town, but for the quality of the community as well.
more tool to make sure Castle Rock stays safe. Learn more, or register for the program, at CRgov.com/RockWatch.
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Maintaining a relationship with the community is a two-way street. Officers are always looking for new ideas on ways they can meet the needs of the community. Share your thoughts, or join the conversation, by following the department @CRpoliceCO on social media – Facebook, Twitter and Nextdoor. Or, check out the CRPD webpage at CRgov.com/police.
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EVENTS
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SUMMER The Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park is rapidly becoming a mecca for award-winning live acts, and the venue continues in 2019 to host the Summer Concert Series — the must-see, must-hear musical event of the year. Everclear and Tonic will be rockin’ the ’90s on June 15; Clay Walker will give us a lil’ Country on July 21; classic rock staple The Guess Who will play Aug. 11; and A Beatles Tribute: Featuring Mike Massé and The Rubber Souls, Denver Pops Orchestra, will bring Fab Four fun here on Aug. 24. But the big show is July 13, when the Grammy-nominated and Billboard Music Award-winning The Fray teaches us “How to Save a Life.”
For these and all Town events, visit CRgov.com/events.
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EVENTS
The hallmark of any great community is its character – that indescribable feeling a place exudes. The Town of Castle Rock’s character is going to get kicked up this summer, with several great events planned. Among the most exciting of these is our revamped First Fridays After 5 concert series, being held in Festival Park from 5 to 9 p.m. the first Friday of each month from June to September. Looking for a great way to unwind after a stressful week? Come out to this fun event series to enjoy live music, food trucks, adult beverages and activities for the entire family. Here’s the lineup of acts: • June 7: Dueling Pianos – Join the talented musicians of Howl at the Moon and belt out your favorite tunes in the park. Request your favorite songs, and laugh along to hilarious banter. • July 5: Red NOT Chili Peppers – This Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band will play rock music from the ’90s through today to keep Fourth of July celebrations rocking along into the weekend.
Aug. 2: Mike Nash and Southern Drawl – This band plays “Southern Rockin’ Country music” and has played with major artists including Lynyrd Skynrd. They’re sure to kick off the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo weekend with a bang.
• Sept. 6: Artrageous Experience – This troupe of
12 artists, singers, dancers and musicians bring a high-energy performance that’s a combination of fine art, live music, singing, dancing, humor and interaction in a frenzy of movement and color. In addition to these great concerts, those who love Castle Rock’s character won’t want to miss the Town’s
Western Heritage Welcome old-fashioned
cattle drive through Downtown on Friday, July 26. Visit CRgov.com/WesternHeritage to view more details about this community-favorite event.
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RIVERWALK
Riverwalk
Big-city feel meets small-town charm It takes years to complete a new development, yet each stage builds curiosity and eagerness to see the outcome. Fresh additions to Downtown provide Castle Rock residents and visitors new destinations to explore. Slated to open this spring, Riverwalk Castle Rock brings urban-style live, work and dine space to the heart of Downtown. Confluence Companies broke ground on the multiuse project in June 2017. The two-building development, connected by a sky bridge above Sellars Gulch, is set to open in phases. The opening of the south building included residential move-ins, along with an office level, a coworking space and an ice cream shop. Hollis + Miller, an integrated architectural firm specializing in learning environments, is one business located on the office level, along with creative office brand Craft, designed for coworking. Glacier Ice Cream & Gelato is a family-owned business with a storefront facing Festival Park. Riverwalk provides a unique walkability factor, in that residents have direct access to everyday places such as restaurants, grocery stores, shops and the library, along with walking, running and biking trails. Throughout the year, residents will be right in the heart of some of Castle Rock’s favorite traditions such as Starlighting, and summer concerts at Festival Park. The living spaces range from studios to three-bedroom apartment homes. As Riverwalk continues to develop, more residential and business space will be available. With new office space, a strong weekday and daytime population will help support small Downtown businesses during the workweek. New residential options will also help create a vibrant Downtown environment during evenings and weekends. Welcome, Riverwalk!
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PUBLIC SAFETY
PUBLIC SAFETY
PLANNING ENSURES OUTSTANDING
Safety is one of the most basic human needs. In Castle Rock, our public
Prior to requesting Town Council’s approval of its updated strategic
safety departments – Castle Rock Police and Castle Rock Fire and
plan later this year, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue will continue holding
Rescue – go far beyond the basics to ensure outstanding public safety.
meetings to connect with the community regarding its
A big part of that effort involves planning for the future. Both the Police
proposed priorities:
and Fire departments are updating their long-range plans this year, to
• Fire and wildland fire extinguishment
help ensure Castle Rock remains as safe tomorrow as it is today.
• Emergency medical care and transports
• Hazardous materials mitigation
The Police Department’s plan will be updated first and is anticipated
• Fire prevention through code enforcement and public
to be discussed at a Town Council meeting in April. Some of the
education and training
department’s proposed five-year goals are:
• Technical rescues
• Disaster preparedness
• Fire investigations
• Maintain or reduce the crime rate and provide a sense of
safety and security
• Increase traffic safety on the roadways in Town
• Attract and retain the highest-quality employees
• Monitor workloads within the Police Department
• Engage the community through outreach and education
• Maintain and utilize the most effective technology,
equipment and best practices View the full plan online at CRgov.com/PDPlan.
The Fire Department continues to welcome community input on its strengths, opportunities for improvement and more. Visit CRgov.com/FirePlan for upcoming open house information, or to provide feedback online during June.
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SOCIAL MEDIA
W H AT I N S P I R E S Y O U T O
SHARE? In the world of social media, some share a lot, and some a little.
Whether it’s your children, your home, your favorite coffee shop, or your hobby, the list is endless of what inspires each of us. Regardless of what it is, something special happens when we get to share what sparks happiness in us.
The Town is inspired by the beauty and character that surround us daily. From Downtown storefronts to open spaces and mountains, we are truly lucky to live in Castle Rock.
We are proud to serve the community by providing safe streets, drinking water and public parks. Our #CRlocallove grows each day, and that is what inspires us to share with you.
We hold this vision close to us, “The Town of Castle Rock is a world-class community that embraces its history and heritage and small-town character.” Social media is one way to document the Town we treasure. This year, we hope to inspire you to get out and enjoy Castle Rock. To visit a new park, try a new restaurant, hike a new trail, voice your opinions, engage in local government. This is your Town to love.
Join us on social media, and tell us what inspires you most about Castle Rock.