Fourth Annual Trunk or Treat |
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The Town of Bennett and the Bennett Arts Council are excited to host the Fourth Annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 28, 2021.
Trunk or Treat is an event where kids can trick or treat from decorated trunks in a centralized and safe location. The event will take place at Town of Bennett Town Hall from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 28, 2021.
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As recommended by the FDA
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Snacking: Children shouldn’t snack on treats from their goody bags while they’re out trick-or-treating. Give them a light meal or snack before they head out – don’t send them out on an empty stomach. Urge them to wait until they get home and let you inspect their loot before they eat any of it.
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Inspect Wrappers: Ensure commercial candy wrappers are intact and unaltered.
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Safe treats: Tell children not to accept – and especially not to eat – anything that isn’t commercially wrapped. Inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers. Throw away anything that looks suspicious.
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Food Allergies: If your child has a food allergy, check the label to ensure the allergen isn’t present. Do not allow the child to eat any home-baked goods he or she may have received.
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Choking hazards: If you have very young children, be sure to remove any choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies or small toys.
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Town of Bennett to Offer Free Meals to Veterans on Veteran’s Day
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The Town of Bennett would like to honor all those who have served with a free meal on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2021.
All veterans and service members are invited for a free meal at High Plains Diner from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. You may be asked to present a military ID and use the code “VETERANS2021”.
The Tri-Valley VFW Post #8449 will also be hosting a Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Chili entries will be accepted from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and judging will take place from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Participants are asked to bring their own power strip.
For more information on the free meal for Veteran’s Day, please contact Lynette White at [email protected].
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Public Works Winter Maintenance and Tips |
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Public Works Continues Progress on 2021 Projects |
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The Town of Bennett Public Works Department entered the year with a long list of priority projects and the overall goal of continuing to keep Bennett a safe and healthy community.
Trail improvements throughout Town have been an important project for staff. In the Bennett Regional Park and Open Space (BRPOS), an additional 4.2 miles of trails is expected to be completed by the end of October. The Kiowa Bennett trail extension is currently in the design phase and significant improvements have been made on the Highway 79 trail, including landscaping and the installation of additional dog stations. Solar light designs and planning for addition benches for the Highway 79 trail continue as well.
The Upper Pond repurposing at BRPOS is currently 90% compete and the Lower Fishing Pond design and drawings are complete. Construction on the Upper Pond Project included filling and grading, connection of water pipes to the pond and refreshing existing trail materials.
The Bennett Community Center has been significantly enhanced with renovations to the interior and exterior, including the installation of lights in the parking lot.
In September, the Board of Trustees approved the purchase of purple pipe for the purple pie beltway that will deliver reclaimed water at key Town parks for irrigation use. Engineering for the beltway is currently in process.
Throughout the work being completed on these projects, Public Works has continued maintenance on Town parks and grounds, streets and buildings and water and wastewater.
Moving toward the end of the year, staff will be working on winterizing the Town’s irrigation systems, removing dead trees, installing holiday lights and banners, hydrant painting and repairs, sewer jetting, meter replacements, backflow testing, crack sealing roads, repairing potholes and more.
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Town of Bennett Permit Reminders |
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Are you thinking about starting a home improvement project? Watch this video to find out if you need a building permit before you start.
Did you know the Town has building handouts on its website that can help guide you through many common homeowner projects? Many projects are also eligible for the Town’s Residential Vibrancy Initiative, a grant to help residents fund exterior home improvement projects.
More information, the grant application and helpful handouts can be found online at townofbennett.colorado.gov. If you have more questions, contact the Building Department by calling 303-644-3249 or emailing [email protected].
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The goal of the Holiday Help program is to provide Bennett families in need with necessities like winter clothing as well as gifts for the holiday season.
This year, the Town will be incorporating “Senior Wishes” into the program and will collect socks, slippers, blankets and other necessities for seniors in the community.
In 2021, Holiday Help is starting with a toy and gift drive. From Monday, August 16 to Wednesday, December 1 residents are asked to bring new and unwrapped toys and gifts to Town Hall. Those who donate will be entered into a raffle to win an iPad. The winner will be announced at Breakfast with Santa on December 4, 2021.
For more information or questions, please contact Steve King at [email protected] or (303)644-3249 ext. 1029.
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COVID-19 Testing at the Bennett Community Center |
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Affinity Care Colorado will be hosting free COVID-19 testing at the Bennett Community Center on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
1100 E. Colfax Avenue
Bennett CO 80102
Residents can pre-register for an appointment or register on-site. Scheduling an appointment will help reduce wait time.
Pre-Register
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Visit AffinityeCareColorado.com
- Complete the registration form.
- Upon completing the form you, will receive an email with the booking ID number.
Register On-Site
- Provide your name, date of birth and address to the site attendant. Additional information including phone number and email will be required.
- The site attendant will help, you complete the registration site form on-site.
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Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - November 9, 2021
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Veterans Day - November 11, 2021
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Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - November 23, 2021
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Breakfast with Santa - December 4, 2021
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Questions? Comments? Suggestions?
Contact Alison Belcher, Assistant Communications Director
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