OCN Newsletter #46 – Jan. 23, 2026 – Palmer Lake fires Town Attorney, Broomball Cancelled, Check which districts you’re in, Jan. 3 Edition and Podcasts posted, Palmer Lake Outdoor Classic Hockey videos posted

Palmer Lake Board of Trustees fired the Town Attorney, Jan. 22
Broomball cancelled due to lack of sign-ups
Uncertain about which districts you’re in?
Jan. Edition and Podcasts Posted!
Palmer Lake Outdoor Classic Hockey videos posted on YouTube
Keep up with fast-moving developments in the Tri-Lakes area with the OCN app!

Palmer Lake Board of Trustees fired the Town Attorney, Jan. 22

Statement from Mayor Dennis Stern Regarding the Termination of the Town Attorney:

“The decision made by the Board last night to terminate the Town Attorney is deeply concerning. This action is ill advised and places the Town of Palmer Lake at significant and unnecessary legal risk. The abrupt removal of legal counsel undermines continuity and exposes the Town during a period when experienced guidance is essential. It also places town staff in an untenable position, requiring them to carry out their responsibilities without the legal support necessary to do so responsibly and lawfully. This decision reflects a broader and troubling trend. Palmer Lake has experienced multiple resignations in recent months, resulting in the loss of institutional knowledge and professional expertise. That pattern should concern anyone who cares about the stability and effectiveness of local government. A functioning municipality depends on professionalism, continuity,
and respect for the roles that protect its legal and operational integrity. Leadership requires more than criticism. It takes no character to point out the frailties of others. It does, however, take character to govern with humility, restraint, and forgiveness, particularly in moments of disagreement. Decisions of this magnitude must be guided by what best serves the Town and protects its long term interests, not by division or impulse. Members of the community are strongly encouraged to watch last night’s Board meeting livestream in its entirety. Transparency matters, and residents deserve to see firsthand how decisions affecting the Town are being made. The focus must remain on responsible governance, organizational stability, and the long term well being of Palmer Lake. Contact Mayor Dennis Stern directly at (719) 290-2000 for questions or interview requests.”

Watch PLBOT Meeting, Jan. 22

Broomball cancelled due to lack of sign-ups

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See page < 18 > and page < 19 > or check wp.ocn.me/events for event locations and other details of these and many other local events.

Palmer Lake Board of Trustees meeting, Thu., Jan. 22, 6 pm-9 pm.
St. Peter Catholic School Open House, Sun., Jan. 25, 11:30 am-1 pm
Annual Palmer Lake Broomball Tournament, Sun., Jan. 25, CANCELLED due to lack of sign-ups.
D38 board meeting, Mon., Jan. 26, 6 pm-9 pm.
Restyle Your Fur, Mon.-Tue., Feb. 2-3, 10 am-5 pm. See ad on page < 9 >.
Monument Town Council meeting, Mon., Feb. 2, 6:30 pm-9:30 pm.
OCN mailing days, Fri., Feb. 5, approx. 7-8:30 am. If you can help, even for an hour or two, getting the papers ready to mail, contact AllenAlchian@ocn.me or (719) 488-3455.
OCN Publication, Sat., Feb. 7.

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Jan. Edition and Podcasts Posted!

Over 23,000 copies of our Jan. 3rd issue were mailed this morning. They should be in most mailboxes today and tomorrow. All the articles, letters, columns, snapshots, notices, and community calendar events have been posted at www.ocn.me. The audio files have been posted for all the articles and the audio highlights and audio articles podcasts have been broadcast to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and posted on our YouTube channel.

Jan. Issue Audio Highlights Podcast

Jan. Issue Audio Highlights Transcript

Jan. Issue Audio Articles Podcast

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Jan. Issue PDF

Jan. Issue Photo Collection

Palmer Lake Outdoor Classic Hockey videos posted on YouTube

Palmer Lake Outdoor Classic, Jan. 17
Monument Wreaths Across America
Monument Tree Lighting
Dec. Issue Audio Highlights Podcast (44 min.)
Dec. Issue Audio Articles Podcast (2 hr. 10 min.)
Interview with Covered Treasures Bookstore owner Tommie Plank at the store on May 26, 2019.
Monument Restroom Ribbon-Cutting, Nov. 2
OCN Nov Issue Audio Highlights Podcast(35 min.)
OCN Nov. Issue Audio Articles Podcast(2 hr. 49 min.)
Annual Ride for Tim
Palmer Lake 0.5k
D38 Candidate Forum
Trinity Park Expands
Restroom Installation at Monument Lake
Palmer Lake Library Concert Series 2025
Opening of the Tri-Lakes Activity Center (formerly the Senior Center)
Lang Investment Services Pig Roast, Aug. 8
July 4th Monument Parade and Street Fair and Palmer Lake fireworks
Silver Key moves to the Presbyterian Church
Interview with Sam DeFelice (40 min.)
Interview with Jim Maguire (55 min.)
Art Hop – Short interview with artist Darcy Muncey
WMMI History Day
Cops and Bobbers
Chad Smith sworn in as Monument Town Council member
Jim Maguire Celebration of Life
Palmer Lake Fishing Derby
P51 Statute Dedication at Monument Town Hall

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Palmer Lake Board of Trustees fired the Town Attorney, Jan. 22

Statement from Mayor Dennis Stern Regarding the Termination of the Town Attorney:

Broomball cancelled due to lack of sign-ups

Uncertain about which districts you’re in?

Palmer Lake Outdoor Classic Hockey videos posted on YouTube

Keep up with fast-moving developments in the Tri-Lakes area with the OCN app!

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