New Website to Launch this Week

Graphic of computer and phone screen promoting new website.

The Town of Bennett is excited to announce the launch of our new and improved website.

The redesigned website will feature a streamlined layout and enhanced navigation, allowing users to quickly find the information they need.

The new website will be live in August and we invite everyone to explore the new website at bennettco.gov and experience the improvements firsthand.

Fire Restrictions: Stage 2

Due to continued and worsening dry conditions, the Town of Bennett hereby orders stage two (2) fire restrictions within the Town of Bennett incorporated limits effective immediately. These restrictions will remain in effect until such time this order is formally rescinded or temporarily suspended by the Town Manager, and such date cannot be determined at this time. The Town Manager, in consultation with the Bennett Watkins Fire District and the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, will review the restrictions and adjust as needed.

Stage 2 Means:

No outdoor fires, including, but not limited to, campfires, fires in constructed, permanent fire pits or fire grates within developed camp and picnic grounds and recreation sites; charcoal-fueled fires, warming fires, fires in outdoor wood-burning stoves (chimney sparks or embers); and the prescribed burning of fence lines, fence rows, fields, farmlands, range lands, wild lands, trash, and debris.

Exemptions:

Fires contained within liquid-fueled or gas stoves, fireplaces, and wood-burning stoves/fireplaces within habitable buildings.
Propane/LP/Natural Gas fueled barbecue grills used for cooking or warming food, which do not produce or emit sparks or embers when used.
Charcoal-fueled grills and pits used for cooking or warming food do not produce or emit sparks or embers when used.
Propane/LP/Natural Gas fueled fire pits that do not produce or emit sparks or embers when used.
Fire set by any federal, state, or local officer, or member of a fire protection district in the performance of an official duty.
Public fireworks displays supervised by appropriate firefighting/public safety personnel and supported by adequate equipment assigned to be on the scene of such permitted.

More information can be found h ere.

State of the Town

We’re excited to share the highlights from our recent State of the Town luncheon. Mayor Oakley and Town Staff gave updates on current projects as well as future plans.

Watch the video presentation here to see some of our accomplishments from the past year.

2024 Bennett Gives Back Grant Recipients

Picture of adults and youth at the Bennett Gives Back Awards.

The Town Board of Trustees celebrated the recipients of the 2024 Bennett Gives Back Grant on July 23, 2024. Seven applicants received funding for the grant this year.

The Bennett Gives Back Grant is for eligible organizations and special districts to obtain additional resources to help supplement services or resources provided to the residents of Bennett.

The following groups were awarded the 2024 grant:

Hearts, Hands and Hope Foundation – daily operations
Bennett School District – graduation fireworks (previously awarded)
Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue – BWFR fleet facility road base replacement phase 2
Bennett School District – auditorium audio/visual update
Bennett Wrestling Club – transportation and singlets
Bennett CTE Program – CNA training course
Bennett CTE Program – district safety communications

Awarded funds were disbursed to applicants based on Board discretion and project limits. The total funding for the 2024 grant cycle was $40,000.

Community Night Out and Party in the Park

Join us for a fun night with family, friends and neighbors as we build community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, and we support local agencies who help make our community a safe place to live. New this year - we are bringing Community Night Out to Party in the Park!

More information can be found online here.

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Looking Ahead to Bennett Days

Bennett Days is just around the corner!

Get ready for some fun on

Saturday, September 7, 2024!

Pictures from previous Bennett Days events.

Want to get involved? There is something for the entire family!

Picture of a sponsorship banner from Bennett Days.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Our generous sponsors make Bennett Days possible! There are many different sponsorship packages to choose from and each offers great advertising incentives for your business.

Sponsor Today!

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Picture of people in a marching band at Bennett Days parade.

Parade Registration

The Bennett Days Parade kicks off a full day of fun on Saturday! Participants of all ages are invited to join in the fun and showcase their creativity and community spirit.

Participate in the Parade!

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Art Show

This year marks the 6th Annual Bennett Days Art Show. Art submissions will be accepted through August 22, or until tent space is filled. Click on the button to learn more and to register!

Submit Art for Art Show!

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Car Show

The Bennett Days Car Show is back and car enthusiasts are excited to meet up and take in the sites and sounds! Email the organizer for more information below.

Get more information!

Kings Soopers Reopening

People attending a ribbon cutting at King Soopers.

Town Staff and the Board of Trustees were excited to celebrate the grand reopening of King Soopers earlier this month.

The remodeled store now offers a sushi and cheese bar and has full-service and self-service options.

Make an Appointment for DMV 2 Go

DMV2GO is coming back to Bennett in September!

WHEN: Sept. 18, 2024

WHERE: TOWN HALL

207 Muegge Way, Bennett, CO

RENEW - an existing Colorado Driver License, ID or Permit
REPLACE - a lost, stolen or damaged Colorado License, ID or Permit
GET A FIRST TIME - driver License, ID or Learner’s Permit
TRADE IN - your existing Driver License, ID or Learner’s Permit from out of state

Please note that driving tests are NOT available. Appointments are required. Click here to make an appointment.

Comprehensive Safety Action Plan – Safe Streets for All

The Town of Bennett is conducting a study to assess the Town’s transportation network to identify and prioritize transportation safety improvements in a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP). The study is being funded by a United States Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan Grant. The plan’s goal is to support local initiatives to prevent fatalities and serious injury on roads and streets for all users.

To develop the plan, the study team will collaborate with stakeholders to establish a vision and set goals. Then, the team will identify cost-effective, implementable strategies that align with the Town’s goals and address known safety issues. These strategies will include systemic safety countermeasures integrated into routine maintenance, future roadway development and capital projects.

After the CSAP has been adopted, it will guide the Town of Bennett, and potential partners at the county and state levels, to apply for grant funds to implement improvements. Because of the importance of community input in the process, the study team will engage with the community during all three study phases.

To join the mailing list or for more information about this study, please visit the project page here.

Landscape Code and Landscaping Reminders

While we are experiencing high temperatures, it is important to take care of your landscaping and stay water-wise.

Watering tips:

Do not water between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Water during cooler times of the day.
Limit each sprinkler zone to 10 - 15 minutes every other day, no more than three days a week.
Do not water on days that rain or high winds are in the forecast.

Landscaping reminders:

Weeds should not be allowed to grow more than 6’’ tall. This includes areas such as alleyways, culverts, adjoining sidewalks and vacant lots.
Weeds that are visible in ground cover such as rock and mulch should be addressed.
Keep your trees and other vegetation clear of public streets.

The Board of Trustees recently approved an ordinance updating Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code concerning landscape standards. There are seven principles of water-wise landscaping:

Planning and design for water conservation, beauty and utility
Improving soil
Appling efficient irrigation
Limiting turf to high traffic, essential areas
Selecting plants that have low water demand
Applying mulch
Maintaining the landscape

The goals of the landscape code update include reducing use of potable (drinking) water for irrigating landscaping, minimizing use of turf grass that needs watering, defining where artificial grass would be allowed and restricted, encouraging low water use hybrid grasses, incorporating new standards and definitions from the latest State legislation relating to landscaping and using the seven key principals to guide the Town’s landscape standards.

To view the Town of Bennett Municipal Code and learn more about our landscape code, click here.

Theater Event Coming to the Community Center

Promo flyer for an upcoming theater performance.

The Arts Council is pleased to host a touring play from Vintage Theatre in Aurora!

WHEN: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Bennett Community Center

1100 E Colfax Ave, Bennett, CO 80102

Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased here. For more information please visit the Vintage Theater website or call 303-856-7830.

Contact dtaylor@bennett.co.us for information on discounted tickets.

Get To Know Our Team

Say hello to James from our Public Works team!

Where are you from?

I'm from Salina, Kansas. I moved to Colorado 14 years ago, and I have lived in Bennett for 4 years.

How long have you worked for the Town?

I have been with the Town since January.

What do you do for the Town?

I work in street facilities and fleet. I love supporting the team and helping to fix facility problems when they arise.

What would you like to share with the community?

I have a family of four and we love going on camping trips, fishing and having family dirt bike day! We also love spending time and having fun at Water World.