Town of Bennett Safety Services Update

The Town of Bennett is committed to the safety of our residents. After careful consideration, the Town is shifting law enforcement services to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s office to encompass all of incorporated Bennett.

Town Officials and the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office have been working diligently to complete an Intergovernmental Agreement as expeditiously as possible. We expect an agreement to be approved in the month of March with the goal of services beginning in the month of April.

Residents can expect continued emergency safety services throughout this transition process.

For more information regarding safety services in the Town of Bennett can be found online here.

Upcoming Election Canceled And Candidates Declared Elected

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In April 2024, the positions of Mayor and four trustees will be available. Nomination petitions were available to candidates from January 2, 2024 to January 22, 2024. The Town Clerk’s Office received four petitions for the Office of Trustee and one petition for the Office of Mayor. All petitioners met the qualifications to run for the office of mayor and/or trustee.

Because the number of nominees equaled the number of available positions, the Board of Trustees canceled the April 2, 2024 election and elected Whitney Oakley to the Office of Mayor and Denice Smith, Donna Sus, Royce Pindell and Larry Vittum to the Office of Trustee.

The new mayor and trustees will take the oath of office during the April 9, 2024 regular meeting.

Project Update - I-70 Ramp Improvements

Crews will be working this week to install the new signal at the I-70 interchange. During construction there may be brief traffic delays and we ask for your patience.

Following installation of the mast arms and the signals, crews will test the lights by flashing the signals. After testing is complete, the lights will be fully operational.

All construction schedules are weather dependent and subject to change.

Follow the Town of Bennett on Facebook or Instagram for the latest project updates.

The goal of this project is to increase safety and efficiency for all those who travel through the area.

Funding for this project comes partially from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and subregional funding.

Community Center And Pavilion Rentals

The Bennett Community Center and outdoor Town Pavilions are available to rent.

The Community Center was renovated in 2023 and is the perfect spot for gatherings, meetings and events! There is a large gathering space that has a capacity of 170 people and a smaller room that has a capacity of 54 people.

The Town of Bennett also rents outdoor pavilion space. The outdoor pavilions are located at:

Trupp Park
Future Park
Bennett Regional Parks and Open Space in Antelope Hills.

More information about renting the Community Center or Town facilities can be found below.

Town Facility Rentals

Bennett Artist Illustrates Children's Book

Bennett resident, Mikayla Zerr-Lockwood had the opportunity to combine three of her major interests when she was asked to illustrate Thunder the Wonder Raccoon by S. J. Reisner. Mikayla has always loved to draw and she has a strong appreciation for the outdoors. She is currently pursuing a degree in early childhood education.

During the illustration process, Mikayla appreciated the creative freedom to visually represent the story of Thunder and the kids that Thunder encounters. The 17 pages of illustration took her about six months to complete.

Get a copy of Thunder the Wonder Raccoon from online booksellers to see the finished project and enjoy a lesson about living alongside wild creatures.

Storytime at Anythink Bennett

Join Mikayla Zerr-Lockwood at the library and be introduced to Thunder, the Wonder Raccoon!

March 12th, 2024

11:00 a.m.

495 7th Street

Bennett, CO 80102

Upcoming Rain Barrel Workshop

Join Adams County, Arapahoe County and the I-70 Chamber of Commerce to learn about the benefits of rain water catchment systems and get instructions on how to build your own DIY Rain Barrel.

Rain barrels help:

Save money (fee water source)
Less runoff pollution
Prevent soil erosion
Reduce reliance on treated water supplies
Control moisture around your homes foundation

The registration fee for this workshop is less than $50 and includes a 55-gallon rain barrel and a connector kit. Participants MUST live in Adams County, Arapahoe County or Bennett, CO to attend. Purchased rain barrels will be at picked up at the workshop at CORE. Please have a way to transport barrel home.

Event Date: March 7, 2024

Time: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

When registering, enter the discount code MARCH2024EVENT to receive the special discount. This workshop is limited to 30 participants.

For more information visit www.coloradoraincatcher.com or download the event flyer here.

Women's History Month

The Bennett Arts Council invites you to celebrate Women’s History Month through arts and culture.

CALL FOR ART!

Artists are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to display artwork at High Plains Bank in Bennett for a rotating art show. There will be a display featuring women artists in March and April.

The deadline to register is quickly approaching, so click here to visit the CCAL website for details and exhibiting guidelines.

Visit the art display at High Plains Bank beginning Friday, March 8.

For local and online opportunities to commemorate and celebrate women artists and creators during Women’s History Month check out the Bennett Arts Council page.

Blood Drive In Bennett

Transform a life...and your own!

There is no substitute for blood. It is essential for life. It carries oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, fights infections and helps heal wounds. Blood donors are amazing. When you roll up your sleeve to donate, you make an immeasurable difference.

Vitalant Blood Drive

March 28, 2024

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Bennett Community Center

1100 W. Colfax Ave.

Please reserve an appointment here.

For more information you may call 877-258-4825 or visit vitalant.org.

Passport Services Coming To Bennett

We are excited to announce that Town Hall will be designated as a Passport Acceptance Facility later this spring.

Once we are open for services, we will be accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S Department of State for any U.S. citizen.

Appointments will be required.

More information and updates on when passport services will be available can be found online here.

Get To Know Our Team

Say hello to Accounting Clerk, Noelia! Noelia a joy to work with and she is a proud Bennett resident.

Where are you from?

I am from Compton, CA, but I consider myself from Colorado because we moved here when I was 11 years old.

How long have you worked for the Town?

I will celebrate two years with the Town in April.

What do you do for the Town?

I send out payments, keep track of grants, work with the vendors on our contracts, and reconcile accounts among many other tasks. I really enjoy all aspects of my job but I must say, my favorite number is zero! The joy I get when I see this number is unreal.

What would you like to share with the community?

We moved to Bennett six years ago and I have really enjoyed being part of my kids’ sports and activities from the Escaramuza (Mexican side saddle) that my daughter is part of, to Cub Scouts, baseball, football and basketball with my sons. I really appreciate our amazing community.