Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office to Provide Law Enforcement Services for Town of Bennett

The Board of Trustees and the Arapahoe County Commissioners approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County to provide Law Enforcement Services to all of incorporated Bennett on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.

The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office will assume law enforcement duties for the entire Town of Bennett on May 1, 2024. The agreement provides patrol duties and corresponding investigative and supervisory support for the Town. The agreement calls for two full-time deputies and a part-time detective assigned to the Town of Bennett and allows for the addition of staff and resources as determined by review of the Town’s calls for service and future needs.

“The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is deeply honored to provide law enforcement and safety services for the people of Bennett,” said Sheriff Tyler Brown. “Residents can be assured that we bring a tradition of professionalism, excellence and innovation to our work and that we are looking forward to building strong relationships with the entire community.”

“The Town of Bennett is greatly encouraged to have Arapahoe County expand their services to all of incorporated Bennett,” said Mayor Royce Pindell. “This partnership underscores our unwavering dedication to Town safety. Together, we are committed to ensuring a safe and thriving community for all Bennett residents.”

The agreement expressly delegates to the Sheriff’s Office the authority to enforce any and all laws applicable to and within the Town; however, the Town may enforce and issue summons for violations of the Bennett Municipal Code through its Community Services Officers.

This agreement encompasses startup costs with Arapahoe County. Additionally, the contract will be adjusted and prorated to reflect the precise duration of Arapahoe County’s service to Bennett.

Town Board of Trustees 2024 Strategic Plan

In 2024, the Bennett Board of Trustees has identified several key priorities aimed at upholding their vision to will proactively manage community needs to develop the Town of Bennett into one of the premier "rural town centers" of Colorado providing optimum levels of service to our citizens.

The Board’s strategic plan for 2024 includes strategic and financial planning, policing services transition and review as well as continued communication efforts and engagement.

More information on the Board of Trustees and meeting agendas can be found here.

Passport Services Now Available at Town Hall

The Town of Bennett is thrilled to announce that it will now it will now be offering passport services at Town Hall starting April 1, 2024.

This provides a convenient location to obtain or renew passports for not only Bennett residents, but all those in surrounding areas and the I-70 corridor.

The Town’s passport services include assistance with applications, processing and/or taking passport photos and guidance throughout the application process.

Passport services will be available by appointment only at Town Hall on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Appointments can be scheduled online here.

More information about the Town of Bennett passport services, including appointment scheduling, required documentation and other frequently asked questions is available online here.

Permit Reminders for Spring Projects

It's spring! Are you planning to begin some home improvements projects?

Please keep in mind that some projects will require a permit, including:

Water heater replacement
Furnace/AC Replacement
Reroof
Fences
New Landscaping
Window replacement
Siding
Decks
Pergolas
Covered Patios

For a full list of home improvements that require a permit, and for more information, visit our website.

Mount View Cemetery Improvements

The Public Works Department is continuing upgrades to the cemetery. Some recent improvements include installing a sitting area, a new flag pole and electrical upgrades. New trees will also be planted this spring.

Final construction documents are being completed for the expansion of the cemetery. This expansion includes the Kiowa Creek Open Space trailhead to the east of the cemetery.

Town of Bennett Safety Building

The Town of Bennett is excited to have started construction on the remodel of the old Public Works Facility, which will now serve as the Town’s Safety Building.

This project is possible in part thanks to a generous $600,000 grant from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA). This remodel will convert the facility to accommodate various essential departments and services. It was strategically designed to improve the building’s energy efficiency and aims to achieve a LEED Silver efficiency rating.

The new building will have offices for the Building Department, the Community Service Officers (CSOs) and in support of the expanding contract and the Town of Bennett, the Arapahoe County Sheriff will also have an office in the building.

The remodel is expected to be completed by Summer 2024.

Emergency Siren Testing

Bennett will be conducting an audible test for the emergency outdoor waring siren on Thursday, April 23, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.

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.

Storm Spotter Training

SKYWARN training will be held in Bennett in April. This training will be hosted by the National Weather Service and is open to anyone who wants to the public.

Monday, April 22, 2024

6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Bennett Community Center

1100 W. Colfax Ave., Bennett, CO 80102

This training aims to educate attendees about the dynamic nature of weather, with a focus on thunderstorms and severe weather preparedness. It covers various aspects, including thunderstorm development, storm structure, identifying severe weather features, reporting procedures and basic severe weather safety.

Participation is open to anyone interested in public service, and individuals dedicated to protecting lives through proactive weather monitoring.

Health Services In Bennett

The Adams County Public Health Department will be on-site in Bennett on the third Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Bennett Community Center. The Community Center is located at 1100 W. Colfax Avenue, Bennett, Colorado.

Services include:

Harm Reduction Services - Rapid HIV, Hepatitis C; and Syphilis testing; Naloxone distribution; safe use supplies/disposal; gun locks; and more.

WIC - Food, Education, Support - WIC is The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. It provides resources, knowledge and tools to help you and support your family. It’s free for moms, dads, grandparents, foster parents and all Colorado families who qualify.

Coming in April -The Sexual Health program will be in Bennett to offer even more services.

More information is available here.

Town Of Bennett Awarded FEMA Grant

The Town of Bennett was recently awarded a Hazard Mitigation Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for a backup generator system at the North Municipal Complex (NOMCOM).

The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) provides funds to local governments for projects that reduce or eliminate the long-term risk to human life and property from the effects of natural hazards.

The Town is grateful for the funding from FEMA for the backup generator system as NOMCOM is a critical government facility as it houses the water, wastewater, roads and buildings operations of the Town of Bennett.

Multiple hazards may disrupt a power supply to this facility and a back-up generator will assist with providing a secondary source of power during an emergency in order to provide essential services to the community during these emergencies and aids in disaster recovery efforts.

Colorado Ballet in Bennett

FREE performance of From the Page to the Stage!

Colorado Ballet Studio Company professional dancers will perform excerpts from ballets based on folk tales and literary classics while moving through the history of ballet.

The program will feature a brief excerpt from one of Colorado Ballet’s season productions. Between dances there will be quick discussions of how stories are translated into dance, a brief history of ballet, pointe shoe FAQ, male roles in dance and much more. The program will conclude with a Q & A in which the audience can interview the dancers!

This program is available with sensory friendly adaptations.

Bleacher seating is available for the first 100 attendees. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Beware Of Counterfeit Bills

Reminder for businesses!

Any business receiving cash as payment should be on the lookout for counterfeit bills. Owners should remind employees that people may be attempting to use counterfeit bills and help them understand what to look for when they receive cash.

How To Identify Counterfeit Bills

Know Your Money

Cashier Toolkit

To report counterfeit money, contact the Secret Service Denver Office at 303-850-2700, or follow the reporting instructions here.

No-Cost Business Consulting

The East Colorado SBDC provides services in 20 counties, including Adams County. If you need help starting a business, growing a business or sustaining a business, the Small Business Development Center is available to help you maximize your business potential. Support includes:

Business planning
Demographic and industry data
Licensing and registration
Financial analysis
Marketing, advertising and sales
Social media and websites
Pricing products and services
Disaster preparedness
Strategic planning
Lean manufacturing
Capital formation
Expanding locations and products
Business valuations
Rebranding and retooling
Exit strategies

Visit the SBDC website to learn more!

Get To Know Our Team

Say hello to Management Analyst, Brenda!

Where are you from?

I am from Deer Trail, Colorado.

How long have you worked for the Town?

I have been with the Town for four short months!

What do you do for the Town?

I work with the Business Community in my position. I am focused on retention of the established businesses here in Bennett. I am working on ways to build and bring together our business community for support and networking. I am easing into my new role and embracing learning all the new things. What I like most are the people I work with and getting to know people in the community.

What would you like to share with the community?

I am a Fifth Generation Eastern Colorado Girl. I have traveled all over the world and have lived and worked in many places, but this is HOME. I love being here at the Town of Bennett. It is an amazing place with amazing people and I feel blessed to be 'Home' here as well. I look forward to meeting a whole bunch of new people and being a resource for businesses.