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New CastleCO averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$488,600 Typical home value $654,962 +4.1% yr/yr · +40.6% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$9.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$8.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$3.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$4.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,672 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council 9.1.2026
September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Comments are limited to three minutes
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A.
Proclamation Recognizing Dr. Jackie Davis
Public Hearing
B.
Consider Ordinance TC2026-07 – An Ordinance of the New
Castle Town Council Approving a Final PUD Development
Plan, Final Subdivision Plat, and Vested Rights for Castle
Valley Ranch Planning Area 12, Filing 14
(Archwood Townhomes) (2nd reading)
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are routine and non-controversial and
will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a council member or citizen
requests it, in which case the item will be removed from the consent
agenda.
C.
Approval of Month Bills - $1,245,272 …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00
General
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Work Session 9.1.2026
September 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Discussion
A.
Update – Building & Planning Department
B.
Update – Police Department
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed May 12, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed May 12, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed May 12, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue May 18, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu May 20, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed May 26, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 16:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jul 28, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 18:15
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Aug 11, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Aug 11, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Aug 16, 2027 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 18:00
Town Council
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Aug 25, 2027 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
New Castle Planning and Zoning meeting cancelled for Aug. 26
The New Castle Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled commission meeting will take place on September 9, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting set for September 9, 2026
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450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Planning and Zoning August 26, 2026 Cancelled
August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Cancelled
The next regularly scheduled
Commission Meeting will be on
September 9, 2026
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:00
Town Council
New Castle Climate Commission to discuss recycling, compost, parade logistics
The New Castle Climate and Environment Commission is meeting virtually to discuss and consider several community environmental and event items. They will review a recycling/compost update from the July 16 meeting, consider the August 27 Community Market compost/recycle event, Burning Mountain Festival parade logistics, and the October Fall Clean-up. The commission will also approve the July 16 minutes.
- Discussion of Community Market Recycle/Compost update from July 16, 2026
- Consider August 27, 2026 Community Market Compost/Recycle
- Consider Burning Mountain Festival Parade Logistics
- Consider October Fall Clean-up
- Approval of July 16, 2026 Minutes
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450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Climate and Environment Commission August 20, 2026
August 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Call to Order
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Items for Consideration
A.
Discussion of Community Market Recycle/Compost update
from July 16, 2026.
B.
Consider August 27, 2026 Community Market
Compost/Recycle
C.
Consider Burning Mountain Festival Parade Logistics
D.
Consider October Fall Clean-up
E.
Approval of July 16, 2026 Minutes
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
Town Council
Town Council work session to hear updates from Clerk and Public Works
The New Castle Town Council is holding a work session with discussions limited to updates from the Clerk's Office and Public Works. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and informational.
- Update from Clerk's Office
- Update from Public Works
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450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Work Session 8.18.2026
August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Discussion
A.
Update – Clerk’s Office
B.
Update – Public Works
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Council to consider grant applications for park safety, utility truck, playground, and trail projects
The New Castle Town Council will consider several resolutions supporting grant applications for various projects, including a park safety and wayfinding project, a utility hook truck, a new playground with Riverside Middle School, a LOVA Trail segment, and a Main Street sidewalk connection. The council will also hold executive sessions to evaluate the Town Treasurer, Town Clerk, and Town Administrator, and will act on a liquor license renewal and meeting minutes.
- Resolution TC 2026-13: Support for Mini Grant from Garfield County FMLD for New Castle Park Safety and Wayfinding Project
- Resolution TC 2026-14: Support for Traditional Grant from Garfield County FMLD for Purchase of Utility Hook Truck
- Resolution TC 2026-15: Support for Joint Grant with Riverside Middle School for New Playground
- Resolution TC 2026-16: Support for RFTA Grant for Solid Surface LOVA Trail Segment West of Elk Creek Pedestrian Bridge
- Resolution TC 2026-17: Support for RFTA First and Last Mile Mobility Grant for Main Street Sidewalk Connection Planning and Engineering
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450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting 8.18.2026
August 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Comments are limited to three minutes
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A.
Update – Police Department – Chief Curry
B.
Consider Resolution TC 2026-13 - A Resolution of the New
Castle Town Council Supporting the Application for a Mini
Grant from the Garfield County Federal Mineral Lease District
For the New Castle Park Safety and Wayfinding Project
C.
Consider Resolution TC 2026-14 - A Resolution of the New
Castle Town Council Supporting the Application for a
Traditional Grant from the Garfield County Federal Mineral
Lease District for the Purchase of a Utility Hook Truck
D.
Consider Resolution TC 2026-15 - A Resolution of the New
Castle Town Council Supporting the Applicatio …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled for August 17
The New Castle Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 21, 2026. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled for August 17, 2026
- Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2026
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450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Historic Preservation Comission Meeting
Cancelled August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Cancelled
The next regularly scheduled
Commission Meeting will be on
September 21, 2026
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
New Castle P&Z meeting cancelled; next meeting Aug 26
The August 12, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting is cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: August 26, 2026
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle P&Z August 12, 2026 Cancelled
August 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Cancelled
The next regularly scheduled Commission
Meeting will be on Wednesday, August 26,
2026.
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Council considers development plan for Archwood Townhomes
The New Castle Town Council will review a final PUD development plan and subdivision plat for Castle Valley Ranch Planning Area 12, Filing 14. The body will also consider a policy regarding commission vacancies and receive an update on the Riverside Middle School Playground Project.
- First reading of Ordinance TC2026-07 for Archwood Townhomes development plan and plat
- Approval of monthly bills totaling $1,179,980.71
- Consideration of Commission Vacancy Policy
- Update on Riverside Middle School Playground Project
- Introduction of Mountain Waste District Manager Nick Blankton
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✓ Decided: Council approves 66-unit Archwood Townhomes PUD with 7-year vested rights
The Town Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance TC2026-07, approving the final PUD development plan, final subdivision plat, and vested rights for the 66-unit Archwood Townhomes project at Castle Valley Ranch Planning Area 12, Filing 14. The motion included amendments extending the vested rights period from 5 to 7 years and adding a condition requiring the applicant to build the playground and bike path as approved by Public Works. The ordinance will return for a second reading and public hearing at the first September meeting.
- Approved Ordinance TC2026-07 first reading for 66-unit Archwood Townhomes PUD (7-0)
- Extended vested rights period from 5 to 7 years (7-0)
- Added Condition R: applicant to build playground and bike path approved by Public Works (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including July bills of $1,179,980.71 (7-0)
- Agreed to post commission vacancy notices for minimum 30 days with in-person interviews for new applicants
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council 8.4.2026
August 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Comments are limited to three minutes
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A. Introduction to Mountain Waste District Manager Nick
Blankton
B. Update – Riverside Middle School Playground Project
C. Consider Ordinance TC2026-07 – An Ordinance of the New
Castle Town Council Approving a Final PUD Development
Plan, Final Subdivision Plat, and Vested Rights for Castle
Valley Ranch Planning Area 12, Filing 14
(Archwood Townhomes) (1st reading)
D. Consider Commission Vacancy Policy
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are routine and non-controversial and
will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a council member or citizen
requests it, in which case the …
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New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 7:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Art Riddile called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Councilor Mariscal
Councilor Leifeld
Councilor Carey
Mayor Hazelton
Councilor G Riddile
Councilor Sampley
Councilor Copeland
Absent None
Also present at the meeting were Town Clerk Mindy Andis, Administrator Dave Reynolds,
Attorney Haley Carmer, Planner Paul Smith, Building Inspector Tony Chamberlain and
members of the public.
Meeting Notice
Clerk Andis verified that her office gave notice of the meeting in accordance with
Resolution TC 2026-1.
Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest
Agenda Changes
There were no agenda changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
There were no Citizen Comments
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney -present for agenda items
Consultant Engineer - not present
Items for Consideration
Introduction to Mountain Waste District Manager Nick Blankton
Doug Goldsmith with Mountain Waste introduced the new District Manager Nick Blankton
to the council. Mr. Blankton gave a brief introduction to himself.
Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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Council welcomed Mr. Blankton.
Update —- Riverside Middle Schoo! Playground Project
Administrator Reynolds said in late 2025, representatives from Riverside Middle School
proposed a new playground and activity area to be built behind Riverside Middle School.
The town had a successful partnershi …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
Town Council to discuss potential commercial development
The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss potential commercial development. The meeting also includes an update on the Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town Contest.
- Discussion of potential commercial development
- Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town Contest update
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Work Session 8.4.2026
August 4, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Discussion
A. Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town Contest update
B. Discussion of Potential Commercial Development
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Town Council to consider Comcast cable television permit renewal
The Town Council will hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding Comcast's cable television system permit. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and liquor license applications.
- Ordinance TC2026-6: Renewal of Comcast's Cable Television System Permit (2nd reading)
- Liquor License renewal for CRS Frens, LLC dba: New Castle Liquors
- Tasting License Application for CRS Frens, LLC dba: New Castle Liquors
- Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) orientation and updates presentation
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✓ Decided: Council unanimously renews Comcast cable TV permit
The New Castle Town Council approved the second reading of Ordinance TC2026-6, renewing Comcast's cable television system permit, with a unanimous roll call vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from July 7 and liquor license renewals for New Castle Liquors. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation from DOLA and staff reports on various topics.
- Approved Ordinance TC2026-6 renewing Comcast's cable TV permit (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including July 7 minutes and liquor license renewals (unanimous)
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council 7.21.2026
July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Comments are limited to three minutes
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A. Consider Ordinance TC2026-6 - Renewal of Comcast's Cable
Television System Permit (2nd reading)
B. Presentation – Department of Local Affairs (DOLA)
Orientation and Updates
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are routine and non-controversial and
will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a council member or citizen
requests it, in which case the item will be removed from the consent
agenda.
C. Liquor License renewal – CRS Frens, LLC dba: New Castle Liquors
D. CRS Frens, LLC dba: New Castle Liquors Tasting License Application
Minutes
E. Minutes from 07/07/26
Staff Reports …
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New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 7:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Art Riddile called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Councilor Leifeld
Councilor Carey
Mayor Hazelton
Councilor G Riddile
Councilor Copeland
Councilor Sampley
Absent Councilor Mariscal
Also present at the meeting were Town Clerk Mindy Andis, Administrator Dave Reynolds
and members of the public.
Meeting Notice
Clerk Andis verified that her office gave notice of the meeting in accordance with
Resolution TC 2026-1.
Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest
Agenda Changes
There were no agenda changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
There were no Citizen Comments
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney -not present
Consultant Engineer — not present
Items for Consideration
Consider Ordinance TC2026-6 - Renewal of Comcast's Cable Television System
Permit (2"9 reading)
Administrator Reynolds said there were no changes made to the ordinance between first
and second reading.
Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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MOTION: Councilor Riddile made a motion to approve Ordinance TC2026-6 —
Renewal of Comcast's Cable Television System Permit (2 reading). Councilor
Carey seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously on a roll call vote.
Councilor Copeland: yes; Councilor Leifeld: yes; Mayor Hazelton: yes; Councilor
Riddile: yes; Councilor Carey: yes; Councilor Sampley: yes.
Presentation — Department of Local Affairs (DOL …
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss grant goals and designation plaques
The Historic Preservation Commission will review a designation plaque and discuss future videography subjects. The body will also hold a discussion regarding goals for the next grant proposal.
- Review of Designation Plaque
- Future Videography Subjects
- Goals for next grant proposal
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle HPC July 20, 2026
July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Comments are limited to three minutes
Agenda Changes
Items for Consideration
A. Consider Review of Designation Plaque
B. Consider Future Videography Subjects
C. Discussion for Goals on Next Grant Proposal.
Minutes
D. Minutes May 18, 2026
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:00
General
Town to consider budget update and new commissioner introduction
The New Castle Commission will introduce a new commissioner and discuss budget updates. The body will also consider participation in local events and a cleanup day.
- Introduction of new Commissioner Sarah Benson
- Budget Update
- Consider New Castle Community Market Participation
- Consider New Castle Dump Day Cleanup
- Consider Participation in Burning Mountain Festival Parade
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle CEC July 16, 2026
July 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Meeting Notice
Items for Consideration
A. Introduction of New Commissioner Sarah Benson
B. Consider New Castle Community Market Participation and
Bag Fee Money
C. Consider Participation in Burning Mountain Festval Parade
D. Consider New Castle Dump Day Cleanup with Bag Fee Money
E. Budget Update
F. Consider Business Award and Recognition
G. Minutes from June 18, 2026
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
H. Downtown Walk Work Session
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
P&Z Commission to consider recommending approval of Archwood Townhomes development plan
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution PZ2026-04, which recommends approval of the Final PUD Development Plan and Final Subdivision Plat for Castle Valley Ranch Planning Area 12, Filing 14 (Archwood Townhomes). The commission will also appoint a chair and vice-chair, and approve minutes from March 25, 2026.
- Appointment of Commission Chair and Vice-chair
- Public hearing on Resolution PZ2026-04 recommending approval of Archwood Townhomes final PUD and subdivision plat
- CIRSA Onboarding Video
- Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle July 8, 2026 Planning and Zoning
July 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Items for Consideration
A. Consider Appointment of Commission Chair and Commission
Vice-chair
Public Hearing
B. Consider Resolution PZ2026-04 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW
CASTLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A FINAL PUD DEVELOPMENT
PLAN AND FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT FOR CASTLE VALLEY
RANCH PLANNING AREA 12, FILING 14 (ARCHWOOD
TOWNHOMES)
C. CIRSA Onboarding Video
Comments/Reports
Minutes
D. Approval of March 25, 2026 Minutes
Adjourn
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Town Council to vote on Comcast permit renewal and wildfire code updates
The New Castle Town Council will meet on July 7, 2026, to consider ordinances, proclamations, and reports. Key decisions include renewing Comcast's cable television permit and adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with local amendments. The council will also hear presentations on regional housing needs and the Colorado River Wildfire Coalition.
- Renewal of Comcast's Cable Television System Permit (TC2026-6, 1st reading)
- Adoption of 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with amendments (TC2026-5, 2nd reading)
- Approval of June bills totaling $829,159.08
- Liquor license renewal for RG Lakota Golf Ops, LLC
- Proclamation recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month
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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025 Wildfire Resiliency Code and renews Comcast franchise
The council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance TC2026-5, adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with amendments, and the first reading of Ordinance TC2026-6, renewing Comcast's cable television system permit for five years. It also appointed Sarah Benson to the Climate and Environment Commission and approved the consent agenda, including June bills of $829,159.08. Presentations on regional housing needs and wildfire coalition were informational only.
- Approved Ordinance TC2026-5, 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, 2nd reading (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance TC2026-6, Comcast cable franchise renewal, 1st reading (unanimous)
- Appointed Sarah Benson to Climate and Environment Commission (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including June bills $829,159.08 and liquor license renewal (unanimous)
- Excused Councilor Leifeld and Councilor Riddile's absences (unanimous)
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Town of New Castle
450 W Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council July 7, 2026
July 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Comments are limited to three minutes
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A. Proclamation Recognizing July as Parks and Recreation
Month
B. Consider Ordinance TC2026-6 - Renewal of Comcast's Cable
Television System Permit (1st reading)
C. Consider Ordinance TC2026-5 – Amending Chapter 15.25 of
the New Castle Municipal Code with the Adoption of the 2025
Edition of the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with
Amendments (2nd reading)
D. Consider Regional Housing Needs Report - Lix Axberg
E. Introduction to Colorado River Wildfire Coalition - Program
Manager Sam Feuerborn
F. Consider a Letter of Interest from Sarah Benson for
Appointment to Seat on Climate and Environment
Commission
G. Presentation – Ste …
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New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Art Riddile called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hazelton asked for a moment of silence for the anniversary of the Storm King Fire
where 14 firefighters lost their lives, 50" anniversary of the Battlement Creek Fire and
most recently the three firefighters Emily Barker, Mick Hucherson and Syndey Waston last
their lives in the Snyder Fire.
Roll Call
Councilor Mariscal
Councilor Carey
Mayor Hazelton
Councilor Copeland
Councilor Sampley (ZOOM)
Absent Councilor Leifeld
Councilor G Riddile
Also present at the meeting were Town Clerk Mindy Andis, Administrator Dave Reynolds,
Town Planner Paul Smith and members of the public.
MOTION: Mayor Hazelton made a motion to excuse Councilor Leifeld and
Councilor Riddle’s absence. Councilor Carey seconded the motion, and it passed
unanimously.
Meeting Notice
Clerk Andis verified that her office gave notice of the meeting in accordance with
Resolution TC 2026-1.
Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest
Agenda Changes
There were no agenda changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
Art Riddile New Castle resident, explained First Baptist Church on 7" Street has partnered
with Food Bank of the Rockies to start a food bank. The food bank is at the church on the
second and fourth Fridays of each month from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. He said everyone is
invited to get a box of food. There are no req …
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Preservation Commission
New Castle climate commission to discuss future initiatives and leadership roles
The New Castle Climate and Environment Commission will meet virtually to discuss future priorities, leadership appointments, and event planning. The agenda includes discussions on an open seat, meeting schedule changes, and Earth Day 2027 plans. The commission will also consider plastic bag fee initiatives and grant proposals.
- Discussion of Open Seat
- Consider Change of Day and/or Time of CEC Meetings
- Consider Appointing Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Consider Earth Day 2027 Date and Plans
- Consider Plastic Bag Fee Initiatives of Business Grants
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Climate and Environment Commission
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 4:00 PM
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Roll Call
Citizen Comments on Items NOT on the Agenda
-Comments are limited to three minutes-
Agenda Changes
Items For Consideration
A. Discussion CIRSA Video
B. Discussion of Open Seat
C. Consider Change of Day and or Time of CEC Meetings
D. Consider Appointing Commission Chair and Vice Chair
E. Consider Earth Day 2027 Date and Plans
F. Consider Community Market, Burning Mountain Festival, and Guardian of
Nature Campaign
G. Consider Plastic Bag Fee Initiatives of Business Grants and Fall Clean-up
H. Discussion of Priorities for Future Initiatives
I. Approval of April 16, 2026, Minutes
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 16:00
Climate and Environment Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
Council to review fire resiliency and hear emergency manager update.
The New Castle Town Council will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2026. Items include updates from Garfield County Emergency Manager Chris Bornholdt, a presentation from YouthZone, and an update on the LoVa Trail Expansion. The council will also review fire resiliency and view a CIRSA onboarding video. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Fire Resiliency Review
- Update on LoVa Trail Expansion by Jeanne Golay
- Garfield County Emergency Manager Chris Bornholdt update
- Presentation from YouthZone
- CIRSA Onboarding Video
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✓ Decided: Council moves forward with grant for sidewalk connecting bridge to school
The New Castle Town Council heard updates on fire safety, YouthZone, and a proposed sidewalk connecting the new pedestrian bridge to Elk Creek Elementary. The council decided to pursue Option 1, an RFTA First-Last Mile Mobility grant, for the sidewalk project, with the town as applicant and funds passed to the school district. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was approving the consent agenda.
- Approved consent agenda including May 19 and June 2, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Decided to pursue RFTA First-Last Mile Mobility grant for sidewalk to Elk Creek Elementary (no formal vote)
- Heard update on Garfield County fire ban and evacuation plans (no action)
- Heard YouthZone presentation on youth services (no action)
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
-Comments are limited to three minutes-
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A. Update - Garfield County Emergency Manager – Chris Bornholdt
B. Presentation – YouthZone
C. Update – LoVa Trail Expansion– Jeanne Golay
D. Fire Resiliency Review
E. CIRSA Onboarding Video
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are routine and non-controversial and will be approved by
one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member
or citizen requests it, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda.
May 19, 2026, minutes
June 2, 2026, minutes
Staff Reports
Town Admini …
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New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Art Riddile called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Councilor Mariscal
Councilor Leifeld
Councilor Carey
Mayor Hazelton
Councilor Copeland
Councilor Sampley
Councilor G Riddile
Absent none
Also present at the meeting were Town Clerk Mindy Andis, Administrator Dave Reynolds
and members of the public.
Meeting Notice
Clerk Andis verified that her office gave notice of the meeting in accordance with
Resolution TC 2026-1.
Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest
Agenda Changes
There were no agenda changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
There were no Citizen Comments
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney - not present
Consultant Engineer - not present
Mayor Hazelton reminded the council not to speak over each other for the purposes of
getting an accurate recording for the meeting.
Items for Consideration
Update - Garfield County Emergency Manager — Chris Bornholdt
Administrator Dave Reynolds introduced Garfield County Emergency Manager Chris
Bornholdt. Administrator Reynolds said he asked Mr. Bornholdt to give an update since
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Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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the fire season is here and what it might look like for this summer and how emergencies
are handled.
Mr. Bornholdt said the county has gone into Stage 1 Fire Ban and looks like the county will
move into Stage 2 by the end of the month. With the …
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
June 15 HPC meeting cancelled; next meeting July 13
The regularly scheduled June 15, 2026 meeting of the New Castle Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for July 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Historic Preservation Commission
Cancelled
Monday, June 15, 2026, 6:30 PM
This meeting has been cancelled.
The next HPC meeting is scheduled for
July 13, 2026, 6:30 PM.
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation Commission
June 15 Historic Preservation Commission meeting cancelled
The New Castle Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for June 15, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2026.
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Historic Preservation Commission
Cancelled
Monday, June 15, 2026, 6:30 PM
This meeting has been cancelled.
The next HPC meeting is scheduled for
July 13, 2026, 6:30 PM.
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2026.
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
CANCELLED
The next regularly scheduled commission meeting will be on
June 24, 2026
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
CANCELLED
The next regularly scheduled commission meeting will be on
June 24, 2026
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 19:00
Town Council
First reading of wildfire resiliency code ordinance
The Town Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance TC2026-5, adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with amendments. The council will also consider a water lease agreement, a special event liquor license for a Chamber of Commerce block party, and receive updates on early childhood development and zebra mussels. The consent agenda includes approval of May 19 meeting minutes and bills totaling $909,587.81.
- First reading of Ordinance TC2026-5 adopting 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with amendments
- Consider water lease agreement
- Special event liquor license for New Castle Chamber of Commerce Block Party on June 12, 2026
- Consent agenda: bills $909,587.81
- Oath of office for Councilor Daniel Leifeld
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✓ Decided: Council approves wildfire resiliency code, water lease, liquor license
The Town Council approved the first reading of Ordinance TC2026-5, adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with local amendments, on a 6-1 roll call vote. The council also authorized the town administrator to sign a six-month lease agreement for senior Coryell Ditch water rights from TC Midwest for $500. A special event liquor license for the Chamber of Commerce Block Party was approved unanimously.
- Approved Ordinance TC2026-5, 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, first reading (6-1, Councilor Leifeld no)
- Authorized Town Administrator to sign water lease agreement for Coryell Ditch water rights from TC Midwest for $500 (unanimous)
- Approved special event liquor license for Chamber of Commerce Block Party on June 12, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda, including May bills of $909,587.81, with May 19 minutes removed for review (unanimous)
- Swore in newly appointed Councilor Daniel Leifeld
- Council agreed to allow staff to move forward with Wind Phone project
- Council agreed to bring MOO, LLC back for a CUP amendment regarding live music
- Council agreed to conduct staff reviews as done previously, not annually
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 02, 2026, 7:00 PM
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Meeting Notice
Conflicts of Interest
Agenda Changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
-Comments are limited to three minutes-
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney
Consultant Engineer
Items for Consideration
A. Oaths of Office – Councilor Daniel Leifeld
B. Update – Confluence Early Childhood Development Service District
C. Update – CPW Zebra Mussels
D. Consider Water Lease Agreement
E. Presentation –The Ripple Effect - Staff
Recess the Town Council Meeting, Convene as the Local Liquor Licensing Authority
F. Consider an Application from the New Castle Chamber of Commerce for a
Special Event Liquor License for their Block Party Event on June 12, 2026
Adjourn the Local Liquor Licensing Authority, Reconvene the Town Council Meeting
G. Consider Ordinance TC2026-5 – Amending Chapter 15.25 of the New Castle
Municipal …
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New Castle Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Art Riddile called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Councilor Mariscal
Councilor Leifeld
Councilor Carey
Mayor Hazelton
Councilor Copeland
Councilor Sampley
Councilor G Riddile
Absent none
Also present at the meeting were Town Clerk Mindy Andis, Administrator Dave Reynolds,
Planner Paul Smith, Attorney Mike Sawyer and members of the public.
Meeting Notice
Clerk Andis verified that her office gave notice of the meeting in accordance with
Resolution TC 2026-1.
Conflicts of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest
Agenda Changes
There were no agenda changes
Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda
There were no Citizen Comments
Consultant Reports
Consultant Attorney — present for agenda items
Consultant Engineer - not present
Items for Consideration
Oaths of Office - Councilor Daniel Leifeld
Clerk Andis swore in the newly appointed Councilor Daniel Leifeld.
Update - Confluence Early Childhood Development Service District
Kathryn Kuhlenberg Transitional Executive, gave an update on Confluence Early Childhood
Development Service District. She said it has been 6 months since the tax measure had
passed and there's been a lot happening behind the scenes. For the first 3 months, the
Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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board has established itself, making sure to file the right paperwork, get things running to
collect the tax. She s …
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:15
Town Council
New Castle Town Council holds work session
The Town Council is meeting for a work session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and staff/council introductions.
- Staff/Council Introduction
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
New Castle Town Council Work Session
450 W Main Street
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6:15 PM
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a. Staff/Council Introduction
Wed May 27, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for May 27, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled commission meeting will be on June 10, 2026.
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Town of New Castle
450 W. Main Street
PO Box 90
New Castle, CO 81647
Administration Department
Phone: (970) 984-2311
Fax: (970) 984-2716
www.newcastlecolorado.org
Agenda
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting Cancelled
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
CANCELLED
The next regularly scheduled commission meeting will be on
June 10, 2026
Wed May 27, 2026 · 19:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
450 W. Main Street, New Castle
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💰 Federal awards (top 5 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
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Business establishments2,705 (21,223 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,599/mo (55 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.3% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$9.0M
Spending$8.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$4.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.46×
Debt-load index40 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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