Board of Trustees Celebrates Students for Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards

The Town Board of Trustees recognized the nominees for the 2023 Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards. This year, the Town honored three nominees from Bennett Middle School and Bennett High School. The Town of Bennett and Board of Trustees would like to congratulate Kameron Gow, Zaibel Hernandez, Angel Valencia Martinez, Sissy Milholland, Isabella Boggs and Jovonni Hilbert. 

The Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards is a program that recognizes youth in sixth grade to senior year, up to 20 years old, who have overcome personal adversity to create positive change in their lives.

Project Update - Highway 79 and I-70 Interchange and Ramp Improvements

The Town of Bennett is currently working with CDOT on the I-70 and State-Highway 79 Off-Ramp project. The Board of Trustees authorized a contract with Morton Electric, Inc. for the construction improvements on March 23, 2023. This project includes the repair and realignment of the I-70 Eastbound off-ramp, ramp improvements and installation of traffic signals.

Now that the contract has been authorized, work on this project will be eligible to begin once the Town receives final approvals from CDOT. 

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

Bennett will be conducting an audible test for the emergency outdoor waring siren on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at noon.

Residents are advised not to call 911 during this testing time.

As a reminder, the Town of Bennett also uses CodeRED to keep the community informed when there are local emergency situations like weather advisories, road closures or emergency water shut offs, but it can also be used for general event reminders. 

CodeRED notifies residents through phone calls, emails and text messages. All residents living within the Town of Bennett limits are encouraged to enroll here using their phone numbers, emails and addresses. No one should assume they are automatically registered in the contact database and residents are encouraged to create an account so they can personalize their notification settings.

Residents can also sign up for alerts by texting ‘BENNETTALERTS” to 99411.

Bennett Days 2023 Sponsorship

Planning is underway for Bennett Days 2023! Our theme this year is 'Play on the Plains!'

Bennett Days 2023 is September 9, 2023. This has always been a free event to the community and in order to keep it free we need your help! We highly encourage all businesses, non-profits and stakeholders in the I-70 Corridor region to be involved in order to increase recognition and promote our community as a whole. 

We are looking for sponsors to be a part of this great event.

If you want to sponsor, provide swag for our giveaway bags or would prefer to give back to our community in another way, we would love to hear what you have in mind. Donations big and small are welcome.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact Danette Ruvalcaba at (303)644-3249 ext. 1021 or [email protected].

The Town of Bennett is looking for residents to be a part of its ADA Advisory Committee. 

This committee provides feedback and recommendations on ADA compliance in pedestrian facilities, public right-of-way, parks and more. 

Those who are interested are asked to send a letter of interest to Town Safety Officer, Gerilynn Scheidt, at [email protected]. Letters should include name, address, contact information as well as a brief summary of qualifications and an explanation of what experience they would bring to the committee. 

Applicants must live within the Town of Bennett limits and should have an understanding of the history and requirements of ADA. 

Applications should be turned in by April 14, 2023. Selected applicants will be informed no later than April 21, 2023. 

Are you thinking about doing some home improvements? There are some projects that require homeowners to obtain a permit.

Watch the video here for examples of projects you may or may not need a permit for.

Obtaining a building permit is important because safety is the number one priority. Our building inspectors are trained to ensure your home project is done safely and meets code minimums. Not obtaining a permit could also impact a home sale at a later date and could even affect the value of your home.

If you own the home and do not have intention of renting or selling the property, you can do the work yourself. If you prefer to hire a contractor, the Town of Bennett does require Contractor Licensing. We do make sure that contractors holding licenses are insured and have the knowledge/experience to complete the job correctly.

The Town has building handouts on our 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 and a full list of projects that require a permit can be found here. If you have more questions, contact the building department by calling 303-644-3249 or emailing [email protected].

The Town of Bennett offers a Utility Rate Relief Program to low-income, Bennett residents who are over the age of 65 and pay the Town for water/sewer services. 

If you qualify, the program will provide a 25% rate reduction for current year water/sewer charges incurred after your application is approved. 

The Town will grant the rate reduction on a first come first serve basis until the yearly budget is exhausted.

For a list of specific qualifications and to apply, visit:

https://townofbennett.colorado.gov/utility-billing-division

The Town of Bennett is now accepting applications for the 2023 Bennett Gives Back Grant (BGB). 

The BGB Grant may provide up to 90% of the costs of a qualifying event, project, program or activity in an amount up to $10,000 per organization. The purpose of the program is for eligible organizations and special districts to obtain additional resources to help supplement services or resources provided to the residents of Bennett. 

Applications for the grant are due May 13, 2023. 

Those interested in applying for the grant must have principle office address located in the Town of Bennett, a bank account registered to the organization, a certificate of good standing with the Secretary of state and must be a non-profit, youth association or special district. 

Awarded funds will be disbursed to applicants based on Board discretion and project limits. The total funding for the 2023 grant cycle is $40,000. 

More information and application are available here. 

Denny’s Barbershop Opens in Bennett

The Town of Bennett recently celebrated the ribbon cutting and opening of Denny’s Barbershop.

Owner Tracy Smith has been a Strasburg resident for 18 years and has been cutting hair for 33 years.

Tracy is proud to open her own shop in Town and named it after longtime Bennett resident, Dennis Church. She is excited to be a part of the Bennett community.

Denny’s Barbershop is located in the Palmer House at 475 Palmer Ave.

Hours:

Tuesday & Thursday – 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Wednesday & Friday – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday – 8 a.m. – Noon



303-437-5803

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a watch and a warning? Or perhaps you’re not quite sure where to tune in for emergency alerts or to get accurate information? Join us for our free Understanding Emergency Communications & Messaging course where you’ll learn about the different systems public safety officials use to communicate with the public. You’ll learn about different terms, how they are used and what they mean for you and your household.

Thursday, April 27

6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Seating for this course is on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to 40 people. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Courses are delivered in English. If you require interpretation/translation services or other accommodations, please email your request to [email protected] no later than five business days prior to the course.

More information on Adams County OEM classes can be found here.

Learn a little history about the Muegge House, the Titanic and the unsinkable Molly Brown! Then, create your own acrylic painting of the "Titanic at Night." 

No experience necessary. All skill levels welcome! You'll be guided every step of the way. Supplies, snacks, and beverages included with registration.

May 6, 2023

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Muegge House

401 S 1st St

Bennett, CO 80102

Cost is $20 before April 20, then $25 if space is available after April 20.

Arapahoe County Water Supply Study

The Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department are conducting a Water Supply Study. This study will help the County plan for its current and future water needs for everyone who lives and works here.

Arapahoe County will assess water supplies and the water demands of the county’s population up to the year 2050 and how it can use water more efficiently in the years ahead. The Study will also examine changing conditions, such as climate and population growth, and how they affect water demand and supply.

The County will capture the needs and concerns of its residents. In the coming months, County project staff and its consultant team will hold public meetings and conduct online surveys to gather input from community members. They are encouraging Arapahoe County residents to participate and share feedback.

This will help Arapahoe County identify ways to promote reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective water supplies.

For more information about the study and how you can be involved, visit the project website: Arapahoegov.com/waterstudy.

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