Mayor Jason Gray  
Mayor Pro Tem Laura Cavey  
Councilmember Ryan Hollingshead  
Councilmember Kevin Bracken  
Councilmember Mark Davis  
Councilmember Max Brooks  
Councilmember Tim Dietz  
Town Council  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Tuesday, May 6, 2025  
6:00 PM  
Town Hall Council Chambers  
100 North Wilcox Street  
Castle Rock, CO 80104  
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COUNCIL DINNER & INFORMAL DISCUSSION  
INVOCATION  
Mayor Gray provided the Invocation.  
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL  
6 -  
Present:  
Mayor Gray, Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, Councilmember Hollingshead, Councilmember  
Bracken, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember Dietz  
1 - Councilmember Brooks  
Not Present:  
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
COUNCIL COMMENTS  
Mayor Gray brought awareness to ALS Month. He mentioned two individuals he  
knew that died of ALS.  
Councilmember Hollingshead reminded everyone it is Teacher Appreciation Week.  
He asked Council to direct staff to bring back information to a future meeting  
regarding staff that maintain medians on major roadways and work with private  
property owners to make sure the Town looks good. Consensus of Council.  
Councilmember Bracken noted the road maintenance going on in front of his  
house and they are doing a great job.  
Councilmember Davis noted that it takes time to make progress and appreciates  
the dangerous work staff does for our roads. He asked citizens to slow down.  
Councilmember Dietz reminded citizens tomorrow is May 7 when the war ended  
in Europe 80 years ago. He added that May 12 at 1pm they are opening a new VA  
clinic by the movie theatre. Dietz asked to direct staff to make a resolution to  
support Hero's Hall coming to Castle Rock. Consensus of Council.  
Mayor Gray reminded citizens that the Pine Canyon item will be moved to May 20.  
ID 2025-059  
County Commissioners Briefing - County Home Rule  
Jeff Garcia, County Attorney, and George Teal, County Commissioner gave a  
presentation on the benefits of a Home Rule County. Teal stated all elected  
officials in Douglas County are in support.  
Garcia provided the legal analysis of County Home Rule. It is regulated in Article  
14, section 16 of the state Constitution. The County Commissioners determined  
the three districts to elect Home Rule Commissioners from and set a June 24  
election to decide if a Home Rule Commission should be formed and to select  
members of the Commission. After the election if passed, the Home Rule  
Commission would meet to elect officers, adopt a schedule and hold meetings to  
approve a draft. They will hold three public meetings and then approve a final  
draft. It will be taken to the County Commissioners to approve the final draft and  
forward it to a County-wide election to adopt the Charter planned for the November  
2025 election. The statutes referenced were CRS 30-35-103 regarding mandatory  
functions, structure, and right to contract; and CRS 30-35-201-43 regarding  
taxation authority (to increase or decrease), unique land use, and filling vacancies.  
He noted items that County can be excluded from such as collective bargaining,  
local election laws, and tax caps.  
Mayor Pro Tem Cavey inquired about lowering of the property tax. Garcia stated  
the State could sue us and would have to demonstrate standing. She inquired  
about the 51% of open space and the ability to sell some of their open space.  
Garcia stated it was the opposite and would prevent that from happening. Teal  
noted our Charter states we can dispose of open space unless it goes to the vote  
of the people and he would recommend that be in the County Charter. Cavey  
asked if the Charter will be shared with the community to review before they vote.  
Teal stated that by law it must be published in the newspaper of record prior to the  
election.  
Councilmember Bracken attended the Parker meeting that discussed Home Rule;  
and the overarching theme is they didn't have the right information to answer some  
of the questions. He noted that the Charter Commission creates the Charter for  
the County Commissioners to vote on. Teal stated when the Charter Commission  
agrees on a Charter and forwards to the County Commissioners, they review it  
and determine legal sufficiency.  
Councilmember Davis asked about opting out of state regulations. Teal said  
some legislation has exceptions for home rule counties.  
Moved by Councilmember Dietz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, to Direct staff  
to draft a Resolution in support the County's Home Rule proposal. The motion  
passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
PROC  
Proclamation: Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week (For  
2025-005  
Presentation - Approved on April 15, 2025, by a vote 7-0)  
Mayor Gray read the proclamation into the record.  
PROC  
Proclamation: Historic Preservation Month - May 2025 (For Council  
2025-006  
Action - Presentation on May 6, 2025)  
Mayor Gray read the proclamation into the record. Former Mayor Randy Reed and  
Former Councilmember Caryn Johnson from the Historic Preservation Board  
accepted the proclamation.  
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES  
No public comment.  
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT  
ID 2025-053  
Update: Calendar Reminders  
David Corliss, Town Manager, provided calendar reminders.  
ID 2025-054  
Update: Legislative Update  
Kristin Read, Assistant Town Manager, provided an update.  
Mayor Gray asked how long the Governor has for a veto. Read re;lied that when  
the session is active, it is 10 days, and once it ends it is extended.  
Councilmember Deitz confirmed if the Governor doesn't sign it, it automatically  
passes after a certain period of time.  
Mike Hyman, Town Attorney, later confirmed after the session is over, the  
Governor must sign or veto it within 30 days or it will become law if no action is  
taken.  
ID 2025-055  
2025 Capital Carryforward for ongoing Capital Projects  
Daivd Corliss, Town Manager, referenced this item for Council to review.  
ID 2025-056  
ID 2025-057  
Update: Residential Unit Data (through September 30, 2024) with  
Potential Buildout Estimates  
Development Services Project Updates  
Tara Vargish, Director of Development Services provided an update on  
pre-applications received.  
ID 2025-058  
Update: Quasi-Judicial Projects  
TOWN ATTORNEY’S REPORT  
No report.  
ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA  
Moved by Councilmember Bracken, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, to Approve  
the Agenda as presented. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
CONSENT CALENDAR  
Moved by Councilmember Bracken, seconded by Councilmember Hollingshead, to  
Approve the Consent Calendar as presented. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
RES 2025-055  
Resolution Appointing David J. Thrower as the Hearing Officer for  
the Local Liquor Licensing Authority and Approving a Services  
Contract  
RES 2025-056  
Resolution Authorizing the Engagement of Forvis Mazars, LLP, for  
the Fiscal Year 2024 Town of Castle Rock Independent Annual Audit  
PROC  
Proclamation: National Public Works Week (For Presentation -  
2025-007  
Approved on May 6, 2025, by a vote 6-0)  
PROC  
Proclamation: Ducky Derby Month - June 2025 (For Council Action -  
2025-008  
Presentation on May 20, 2025)  
MIN 2025-009  
Minutes: April 15, 2025 Town Council Meeting  
QUASI JUDICIAL HEARINGS  
Mayor Gray confirmed the item was published correctly and there was no conflict  
of interest.  
ORD 2025-015  
Ordinance Amending the Town of Castle Rock’s Zone District Map  
by Approving the 826 Park Street and 200 Wolfensberger Road  
Planned Development Plan and Zoning Regulations (First Reading)  
Tara Vargish, Director of Development Services, presented Ordinance 2025-015  
and Resolution 2025-057 together and will be voted on separately.  
Mayor Pro Tem Cavey inquired about the parking requirements around the church.  
Vargish stated the spaces are based on one space per 3 seats vs. based on  
square footage. She inquired if it will be enough parking for the church. Vargish  
feels it is consistent with what they have done in the past as well as the timing of  
use of the surrounding businesses.  
Nicole Devrise, Executive Director of Wellspring, presented their proposal.  
Citizens that addressed Council:  
Randy Rigel spoke who attended the meeting with his wife and son. Their son has  
intellectual disabilities, and noted how they have to plan for beyond their own life.  
He is grateful for the program.  
A resident from Unity on Park and a member of Wellspring spoke and stated the  
extra classroom space and room for more to join them would be wonderful.  
Mayor Pro Tem Cavey feels this is amazing and is proud to be a part of it.  
Moved by Councilmember Dietz, seconded by Councilmember Bracken, to Approve  
Quasi-Judicial Ordinance ORD 2025-015 as presented. The motion passed by a vote  
of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
RES 2025-057  
Resolution Approving a Development Impact Fee Reduction and  
Land Use Fee Waiver for the Unity on Wolfensberger Attainable  
Housing Development (Wellspring Community, 200 Wolfensberger  
Road)  
Moved by Councilmember Bracken, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, to Approve  
Resolution RES 2025-057 as presented. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
ORD 2025-016  
Ordinance Annexing to the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado, 533.451  
Acres of Land Located in Parts of Sections 34, 35, and 36, Township  
8 South, Range 67 West, and Part of Section 1, Township 8 South,  
Range 67 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Douglas County,  
Colorado, Pursuant to an Annexation Petition Submitted By JRW  
Family Limited Partnership LLLP (Pine Canyon Annexation) (First  
Reading) [located on both the east and west sides of Interstate 25 (I-25).  
The portion of the property east of I-25 is generally north of Scott Boulevard,  
south of Black Feather Trail, west of Founders Parkway, and east of Front  
Street]  
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, seconded by Councilmember Hollingshead, to  
Continue Quasi-Judicial Ordinance ORD 2025-016. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
ORD 2025-017  
Ordinance Approving the Initial Zoning for 533.451 Acres of Land  
Located in Parts of Sections 34, 35, and 36, Township 8, South,  
Range 67 West, and Part of Section 1, Township 8 South, Range 67  
West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Douglas County, Colorado,  
Pursuant to a Zoning Application Submitted by JRW Family Limited  
Partnership LLLP (Pine Canyon Planned Development) (First  
Reading) (Request to Continue to May 20, 2025, Town Council  
Meeting) [located on both the east and west sides of Interstate 25 (I-25).  
The portion of the property east of I-25 is generally north of Scott Boulevard,  
south of Black Feather Trail, west of Founders Parkway, and east of Front  
Street]  
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, seconded by Councilmember Hollingshead, to  
Continue Quasi-Judicial Ordinance ORD 2025-017. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS & DISCUSSION ACTION ITEMS  
DIR 2025-020  
Discussion/Direction: Proposed Town of Castle Rock Art and  
Culture Annual Grant Program  
Maia Yates from Parks and Jen Perry Chair of Public Art Commission presented  
the proposed grant program.  
Mayor Pro Tem Cavey confirmed that Council would approve proposals for art  
pieces and where they would go. Town staff and members of the Public Art  
Commission and a Council liaison would serve on the panel.  
Councilmember Dietz feels this is well thought out and likes the program.  
Councilmember Bracken asked about the staging for the grant process and  
confirmed that Council is approving the process. David Corliss, Town Manager,  
stated they allocate $200,000 per year for public art, and this will come from that  
fund.  
Moved by Councilmember Hollingshead, seconded by Councilmember Bracken, to  
Approve Discussion/Direction Item DIR 2025-020 as presented. The motion passed by  
a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
RES 2025-058  
Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Castle Rock  
Authorizing the Prepayment of Rentals Under that Certain Lease  
Agreement Dated September 12, 2013, by and Between UMB Bank,  
N.A., as Lessor, and the Town, As Lessee  
Mike Hyman, Town Attorney, presented the item.  
No public comment.  
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, seconded by Councilmember Davis, to Approve  
Resolution RES 2025-058 as presented. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
RES 2025-059  
Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Castle Rock  
Expressing the Intent of the Town to be Reimbursed for Certain  
Expenses Relating to the Construction of a Recreation Center with  
Associated Amenities and Supporting Public Improvements Needed  
in Connection Therewith  
Mike Hyman, Town Attorney, presented the item.  
Mo public comment.  
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, seconded by Councilmember Bracken, to Approve  
Resolution RES 2025-059 as presented. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes:  
ADDITIONAL UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES  
None.  
ADJOURN  
Adjourned 8:11 pm.  
Submitted by:  
Lisa Anderson, Town Clerk  
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cavey, seconded by Councilmember Hollingshead, to  
Adjourn. The motion passed by a vote of:  
6 - Gray, Cavey, Hollingshead, Bracken, Davis, Dietz  
Yes: