Town of Bennett and CDPHE to Host Second COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
The Town of Bennett will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, April 8, 2021, in partnership with Governor Polis’ Vaccines for All plan. 

The vaccination clinic will be held at the Bennett Community Center, 1100 W. Colfax Avenue, Bennett CO, 80102 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Governor Polis announced on Monday that starting Friday, April 2, the general public will be eligible to receive their vaccines. All residents who are 18 and up will be able to register for this vaccination clinic. CDPHE will be administering the Moderna Vaccine.

Those who receive the first dose of the vaccine on Thursday, April 8, 2021, will receive the second dose on Thursday, May 6, 2021. 

All those interested must register using the link above. Those who are unable to register online should call Town Hall at (303)-644-3249 for assistance. There will be no walk-in appointments available.  
Bennett Stronger Together Week
The Town of Bennett is celebrating our local businesses by declaring March 29 – April 2, 2021, “Bennett Stronger Together” week. 

The goal of this week is to express appreciation for the commitment Bennett businesses provided to the community throughout 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Town is calling on residents to show their support for local businesses by making a special effort to shop or eat in Bennett next week. Residents are also encouraged to share stories or photos of local Bennett businesses on social media using #BennettStrongerTogether.

Businesses in Bennett will be mailed a copy of the business appreciation proclamation as well as a “Bennett Stronger Together” window cling to display on their storefront. 

The past year has been challenging for the entire community but the Town is excited to continue to work together to create and support a strong Bennett business community. 

More information on Bennett’s business support and services can be found online at whybennett.colorado.gov.
Staff Spotlight: Lynette White, Economic Development Coordinator
The Town of Bennett is growing but that doesn’t change the fact that our existing businesses are the foundation of our local economy. One integral piece of the Town’s business retention endeavors has been Lynette White stepping into a new role as Economic Development Coordinator.

White has lived and worked in Bennett for over 15 years. Her experience and connection to the Town brings a unique touch that is important for supporting the business community. 

“Lynette is on a first name basis with most, if not all the businesses in Town,” said Planning and Economic Development Manager, Steve Hebert, “she has played a critical role in supporting our businesses during the uncertain times of the pandemic, always checking in with businesses and making sure they had all the information they needed through many changes in the past year.”

Throughout 2020, White worked closely with Tri-County Health Department and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, serving as a liaison to the businesses to ensure their needs were met and they had the information and tools to adapt to the COVID-19 protocols and restrictions. 

“It was a goal and focus for the Town to ensure businesses felt heard and understood this past year, and no one was a better advocate and voice than Lynette,” said Town Administrator, Trish Stiles. 

White also was a key piece of putting together the Bennett Stronger Together program, where the Town was able to provide additional support to local businesses to overcome economic hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

While the process of recovery will take time, the Town of Bennett is grateful for Economic Development Coordinator, Lynette White, and her hard work and dedication to the Bennett Business Community. 
Bennett Gives Back Grant
The Town of Bennett has opened the 2021 Grant Cycle for the Bennett Gives Back Grant.  

Applications for the Bennett Gives Back Grant will be due May 3, 2021. Applicants must be a non-profit, youth association or special district. A full list of eligibility requirements and application is available online here

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. Awarded funds will be disbursed to applicant based on Board discretion and project limits.
Watercolor Class
Saturday, April 17, 2021 - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

The Bennett Arts Council and Anythink Bennett present a watercolor class with local artist, Laurie Leftwich. Participants will explore the medium and learn basic watercolor techniques, while creating their own masterpiece. Watercolor kits will be available for pickup at Anythink Bennett starting on 4/13.

Please register online here.

This program will be held online. A link will be emailed to registered attendees in advance.
Call for Community Gardeners 
The Town of Bennett is expanding the Bennett Community Garden and is looking for volunteers to grow their own plot and help make the garden flourish

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Taeler Houlberg at thoulberg@bennett.co.us or 303-644-3249 Ext. 1031.
Upcoming Bennett Events
  • CDPHE Vaccination Clinic - April 8, 2021
  • Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - April 13, 2021
  • Watercolor Class - April 17, 2021
  • Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - April 27, 2021
Questions? Comments? Suggestions?

Contact Alison Belcher, Assistant Communications Director