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Council updates traffic code and establishes idling limits after sheriff input
Summary
Council adopted Ordinance 25‑11 to reference the 2024 Model Traffic Code with amendments and to add vehicle idling standards; the Douglas County sheriff's office explained enforcement options and fine amounts during staff Q&A.
The City Council adopted Ordinance 25‑11 on Oct. 14 to bring Castle Pines' vehicle and traffic code into alignment with the 2024 Model Traffic Code for Colorado and to establish vehicle idling standards.
Public Works staff said the change was requested in part to improve consistency with neighboring jurisdictions and to respond to a request from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. A sheriff's representative explained enforcement would rely on proactive policing and calls for service, and outlined penalties including a $150 summons and a more serious $500 fine for repeat or aggravated violations.
Council discussion thanked the sheriff's office for its participation and characterized the update as a practical step to tighten consistency and give law enforcement clear tools. The ordinance passed on second reading with a recorded vote.
