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Bennett Public Safety Survey
The Town of Bennett is conducting a research project surrounding the topic of public safety.

The purpose of this research project is to better understand residences' thoughts and feelings surrounding the topic of public safety in the Town of Bennett. This research project is being conducted by Steve King, a graduate student at the University of Colorado-Denver and fellow with the Town of Bennett.

The procedure for this research project involves collecting responses to a survey that will take approximately 20 minutes and a series of community focus groups. Your responses will be confidential and there will not be any involuntary collection of personal identifying information such as your name, email address or IP address. The result of this study will be used for scholarly purposes only. A report will be presented to the Town Administrator's Office upon the completion of this research project.
You can participate by filling out the survey online here or signing up to participate in a focus group. The Focus group should last no longer than an hour and fifteen minutes. Food, beverages and childcare will be provided. 

The deadline for survey and focus group response is March 14, 2022. 
Bennett Arts Council Movie Day
The Bennett Arts Council is hosting a free movie day! Join us to watch Encanto!

Saturday, February 26, 2022
2:00 p.m.
Bennett Community Center

The Arts Council is asking those who attend to bring a canned food item for admission. All food will be donated to the Bennett Community Foodbank.

More information on the Bennett Arts Council and upcoming events is available here. 
2022 Municipal Election Canceled, New Trustees to be Elected in April
In 2022, there were three Trustee seats available to serve on the Town of Bennett Board of Trustees. The Municipal Election for these seats has been canceled because the number of candidate affidavits received was not more than the seats to be filled. 

Darvin Harrell and Kevin Barden will be re-elected and the board will welcome Steve Dambroski for his first term. The trustees will serve a four-year term ending in 2026. They will be sworn in during the board meeting on April 12, 2022. 

Harrell, Barden and Dambroski join fellow board members Mayor Royce Pindell, Whitney Oakley, Denice Smith and Donna Sus. 

Board meetings take place on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Meetings consist of a study session at 5:45 p.m. and the regular meeting at 7:00 p.m.

More information on the Town Board of Trustees including meeting agendas and minutes can be found here. 
Bus Service in the Eastern I-70 Corridor Survey
I-70 Corridor REAP is looking for public input. Colorado has $1.08 million for new bus service from Limon to Denver. Would you use it? Where, when and why? Take this survey and your answers and comments could help determine how best to start and run the service
Master Transportation Plan
The Town of Bennett has initiated the first ever Master Transportation Plan (MTP) to establish a long-range vision for the Town of Bennett’s transportation system for the next 20+ years. The MTP seeks to better understand and address current and future transportation needs for the Bennett community. It establishes an overall framework, sets community goals, and identifies a range of investment opportunities to move people in the most efficient and safest manner possible today and for years to come.

There are currently multiple opportunities for residents to provide input and feedback on transportation needs and concerns in the Bennett community.

Residents are asked to provide feedback on a short questionnaire here or can place their concerns on an interactive map here.
New Building Department Software
In 2022 the Town of Bennett Building Department implemented new software in order to streamline processes for contractors and builders in Town. All contractors (including those with existing Town of Bennett Contractor Licenses) will need to set up an online portal to apply for permits, request inspections and see permit/inspection statuses and results.

Follow these quick and easy steps to set up your new account.

You can also download the instructions here
  1. Visit the SmartGov portal at https://twn-bennett-co.smartgovcommunity.com/Public/Home
  2. In the upper right hand corner, click on "Sign Up" and create an account. 
  3. If you are an existing contractor please email [email protected] to obtain an access code, this will allow you to link your existing license and permits to your portal.
  4. You will receive an email from the portal prompting you to verify your account.
  5. After verifying your account, click on 'My Portal.' This is where you can apply for permits and licenses, view the statuses of those applications, make any payments, and request inspections.
  6. Click on 'Apply Online', select the contractor licensing category, and complete the application.
  7. At the end of the application, add any required submittals and make any payments if initially required.
  8. In order to manage notifications from the system, click on your name in the top right corner and click on 'My Account', then click on 'Manage Email Notifications.' From here, you can indicate what you want to receive emails on from the system.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the Bennett Building Department at [email protected]
Life Line Screening at the Bennett Community Center
Life Line Screening will be holding screenings at the Bennett Community Center on Monday April 11, 2022. 

Life Line Screening goes beyond regular checkups to look inside your arteries for signs of plaque build-up. There are five screenings:

  • Carotid Artery Disease: An ultrasound in performed to screen the carotid arteries for buildup of fatty plaque. 
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease: An Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) test is performed using blood pressure cuffs on the arms and legs. 
  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: An ultrasound is performed to screen the abdominal aorta for the presence of an enlargement or aneurysm. 
  • Atrial Fibrillation:  A 6-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) is performed by placing sensors on the arms and legs to screen for irregular heartbeat. 
  • Osteoporosis Risk: An ultrasound is performed to measure the shin bone for abnormal bone mass density. 

All five screenings are available for $139. 
There are three ways to register:

  1. Call 1-866-229-0469
  2. Online https://lsa.social/HSC
  3. Text the word circle to 797979
New Location - COVID-19 Testing at Town Hall
Affinity Care Colorado will be hosting free COVID-19 testing at Town of Bennett Town Hall Fridays from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

207 Muegge Way
Bennett, CO 80102

Residents can pre-register for an appointment or register on-site. Scheduling an appointment will help reduce wait time. 

Pre-Register

  1. Visit AffinityeCareColorado.com.
  2. Complete the registration form.
  3. After completing the form you will receive an email with the booking ID number. 

Register On-Site

  1. Provide your name, date of birth address to the site attendant. Additional information including phone number, email, ect. will be required. 
  2. The site attendant will help you complete the registration site form on-site. 
Upcoming Bennett Events
  • Bennett Arts Council Movie Day - February 26, 2022
  • Town of Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission - February 28, 2022
  • Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - March 8, 2022
  • Town of Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission - March 21, 2022
  • Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - March 22, 2022
  • Bennett Arts Council Virtual Creative Writing Workshop - March 12 & 26, 2022
Questions? Comments? Suggestions?

Contact Alison Belcher, Communications and IT Director