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In observance of Independence Day, the Town of Bennett will be closed for services on July 4, 2024. Regular hours of operation will resume on Monday, July 8th.
If you plan to celebrate the 4th of July, please be considerate of those around you in our community. Fireworks are known to negatively affect children, pets, and combat veterans. If you choose to use fireworks, keep them away from homes/structures, dry grass and anything flammable.
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Reminders from the Arapahoe County Sheriff | |
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On average, the Arapahoe County 911 dispatch center receives 700-800 calls per day. Those numbers nearly double on the Fourth of July.
If you’re not sure when to call, you can always call our non-emergency number at 303-795-4711. If you do call in, remember the voice you hear on the other end of the line is a person who is trying their best to help everyone on the busiest day of the year. Please be polite and understanding, it can go a long way. Let’s help our dispatchers and deputies during one of the toughest holidays and keep our phone lines open for real emergencies.
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Display your art and sell your homemade goods at this year’s Party in the Park on July 12 at Trupp Park.
The CCAL Art Show and Artisan Market is accepting submissions now! Registration closes on July 1, 2024.
The Art Show and Artisan Market will begin at 4 p.m. Plus, enjoy live music from The Eric Golden Band. Food trucks will be on site as well.
For more details on displaying your art and selling your goods and crafts, click here.
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The Town of Bennett is currently conducting a Housing Needs Assessment and is asking for public feedback.
The goal of this project is to identify tools, strategies and recommendations for developing affordable housing that meets the needs of the Bennett community and for preserving the existing stock of moderately-priced housing units.
Other desired outcomes from the Housing Needs Assessment can be found here.
Bennett residents are being asked to fill out this brief survey so the Town and the consulting team can have a better understanding of the existing housing inventory, what housing will be needed for the workforce, how the Bennett housing market has affected residents and what types of housing residents wish were available.
Participate in the survey here.
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Welcome to Bennett, Walls Storage! | |
The I-70 Chamber of Commerce, Town staff and community members were pleased to attended a ribbon cutting celebration for Walls Storage on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
We are excited to welcome this new business to the Bennett community!
The new RV, trailer, boat and vehicle storage is located at 1880 N Kiowa Bennett Road, Bennett, CO 80201.
More information can be found online here.
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Town of Bennett and Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue Enhance Safety Measures at Palmer Avenue Intersection | |
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The Town of Bennett and the Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue team have taken significant steps to enhance safety at the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Adams Street, specifically at the railroad crossing.
In partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), three new safety signs have been installed to address potential hazards. The signs state “Do Not Stop on Tracks” for southbound traffic and “Do Not Block Intersection.”
The signs were installed with the hope of preventing accidents and ensuring a smooth traffic flow around the Union Pacific Railroad tracks. The signs are an important reminder to stay aware of their surroundings and adhere to traffic safety rules.
“While the installation of the signs might seem small, it is an important safety reminder to our community and we want to ensure the safety of this intersection while motorists are driving and in the event of emergencies when the fire district needs to respond,” said Town Manager, Trish Stiles.
The added signage aims to increase awareness and improve safety twofold - firstly, related to the dangers and risks associated with vehicles being stopped on railroad tracks; and secondly, when this intersection is blocked, it has negative impacts to timely emergency responses from the nearby fire station.
“We are thankful to both the Town and CDOT for their roles in promptly addressing imminent public safety concerns in this area,” said Assistant Fire Chief, Caleb Connor, “The addition of the signage in this area to improve citizen awareness to these issues is a true collaborative win for public safety within the Town.”
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Bennett Days - Sponsors Needed | |
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Planning is underway for Bennett Days 2024!
Our theme this year is Harvesting Traditions!
We need sponsors to make this event successful. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, or to register as a sponsor, click here!
Vendor registration is available through the I-70 Corridor Chamber of Commerce online here.
Stay tuned for more information and details about the events we have planned. In the meantime, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 7, 2024 and get ready for some fun!
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Palmer Avenue Road Closure | |
Palmer Avenue will remain closed west of Trupp Park to Colfax, while crews complete patch repairs, until the evening of July 3. Please use caution when traveling in this area.
If you have any questions, please contact our Public Works Department here.
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Road Maintenance - Reporting | |
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Several roads in Town, including Colfax Avenue and HWY 79, are maintained by Colorado Department of Transportation.
Please report potholes or other road condition concerns on the CDOT highway maintenance repair request.
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Tips For Being Water-Wise | |
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Warmer temperatures have arrived. It is important to take care of yards and landscaping while also staying water-wise.
Here are some helpful tips:
- Do not water between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Water during cooler times of the day.
- Change your sprinkler clock/schedule to limit each zone to 10-15 minutes every other day, no more than three days a week. If you are seeing run-off leaving your irrigated area, you are likely over watering.
- Adjust sprinkler heads to ensure only intended landscaped areas are being watered.
- Do not water on days that rain or high winds are in the forecast.
- If installing new irrigated landscaping, wait for early fall or spring and consider water-wise plants that use less water over time.
- Do not allow water to pool in gutters, streets and alleys.
- Do not waste water by letting it spray on concrete and asphalt.
- Repair leaking sprinkler systems within 10 days.
- Use a hose nozzle with a shut-off valve when washing your car.
Please visit our website for more information.
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Did you know that some products claiming to be flushable are not really flushable and can wreak havoc on waste systems, causing sewage back-ups.
Items that can cause clogged pipes include grease from melted fat, clothing, paper towels, cat litter, diapers and personal hygiene products. Drano can also be very hard on your pipes.
Please be cautious and conscientious of what you are putting down your drain. When in doubt, throw it out!
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Say hello to Public Works Director, Robin!
Where are you from?
I'm from Last Chance, Colorado.
How long have you worked for the Town?
I have worked for the Town for six years.
What do you do for the Town?
I'm in charge of parks, open space, facilities, and roads. I love being part of a small community and leading a team.
What would you like to share with the community?
My family homesteaded in 1910 in Last Chance. My parents still run a cow calf operation there. I enjoy Bennett and being able to raise my three kids in a small, rural community.
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Teens For Change - Summer Series | |
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Free activities, food and giveaways for teens every Thursday at Trupp Park.
June 20 - Inflatables
June 27 - Sports Night
July 11 - Crime Scene Investigating
July 18 - Water Games
July 25 - BINGO
This Teen Summer Series is presented by Teens For Change and Adams County Health Department.
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Bennett Arts Council Member Spotlight | |
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Introducing Jamie Zerr-Lockwood, Bennett Arts Council Board Member.
A little about Jamie...
- CCAL President/Co-founder
- Local Artist-Resident Artist-Valkarie Gallery
- Photo: 2023 Brighton Excellence in Arts Award
Jamie, what is your favorite part about serving as a Council Member?
My favorite part of serving on the council is watching the colorful additions growing in the Town.
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Adams County is updating their Hazard Mitigation Plan and needs your help!
The Adams County Hazard Mitigation Plan analyzes the County's vulnerabilities to natural and human-caused hazards, and identifies mitigation actions the County can take to minimize property damage and reduce the loss of life by lessening the impacts of disasters. It is updated every 5 years in accordance with the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.
The purpose of this survey is to collect information from the public and stakeholders to better understand the risks within the County, as well as solicit input on how to best mitigate or reduce the impacts of hazards before they occur.
The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete, and can be accessed by visiting: https://forms.office.com/e/ECrWPygX6d.
The survey closes on July 31, 2024.
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Adams County - Medical Assistance Program | |
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The Care Health Enrollment Team is available to help you apply for medical assistance programs for individuals ages 0 to 64. The programs included are Health First Colorado (Medicaid), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), Presumptive Eligibility (Medicaid/CHP+), Connect for Health Colorado, and Colorado Connect.
You can contact the Enrollment Team at
303-363-3013 or send an email to healthenrollment@adcogov.org.
Access to Care enrollment services include:
- Providing individual assistance in-person, by phone, or by video using Zoom.
- Troubleshooting enrollment issues with Connect for Health Colorado, Medicaid, and CHP+.
- Assisting with changes in household information affecting enrollment. (Adding family members, updating income, or updating address, etc.)
- Change forms to ensure your information is up to date with Health First Colorado, CHP+, or Connect for Health Colorado; including declaring a new pregnancy to receive 12 months of postpartum coverage from Medicaid.
For more information, please visit their website.
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Adams County wants to hear from you! They are conducting a Quality of Life Survey to gather feedback and opinions. It is an anonymous survey and it should take less than 10 minutes to complete.
Please click here to complete the survey.
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4th of July - Town Hall Closed - July 4, 2024
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Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - July 9, 2024
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Party in the Park - July 12, 2024
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State of the Town - July 19, 2024
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Music on the Farm - July 19, 2024
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Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - July 23, 2024
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Questions? Comments? Suggestions?
Contact Alison Belcher, Communications and IT Director
abelcher@bennett.co.us
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