I-70 Ramp Improvements Expected to Begin in June | |
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The Town of Bennett is currently working with CDOT on the I-70 and State-Highway 79 Off-Ramp project. This project includes the repair and realignment of the I-70 Eastbound off-ramp, ramp improvements and installation of traffic signals.
Work on this project is set to begin on June 12, 2023. Funding for this project comes partially from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and subregional funding.
Project updates, timeline and more information can be found online here.
For additional questions regarding the project, contact Capital Projects Director, Daymon Johnson, at 303-644-3249 ext. 1005 or [email protected].
| June is Reduced Building Fee Permit Month | |
In June, the Town of Bennett will be offering reduced permit fees on some home projects. Permit fees on projects including siding, windows, fences, reroofing, decks, AC improvements, furnace replacements, water/sewer repairs and water heaters will be reduced by 50% during June.
The goal is to help residents with the cost of permit fees and still encourage home improvement projects. This program is only eligible for homeowners. Discounted permit fees include building permit fee, plan review fee and fence permit fee. Use and county taxes are not adjusted for reduced permit fee month.
Eligible permits must be paid for and issued during June 2023.
If you have questions regarding eligible projects, please contact the Building Department at [email protected].
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Every year the Town of Bennett hosts a clean up event for residents to get rid of their green waste, electronic waste and other household goods. Clean Up Day is held at Green for Life East Regional Landfill.
Saturday, June 10, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
8201 Schumaker Rd, Bennett, CO 80102
More information can be found online here.
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Town of Bennett Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Public Works Facility | |
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The Town of Bennett celebrated the opening of a new public works facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
The Northern Municipal Complex (NOMCOM) serves as the home of the Town’s Public Works Department and will be an integral part of the Town’s ability to continue to provide services to the Bennett Community.
A portion of the funding for the project came from the Department of Local Affairs. The Town first broke ground on this project in August 2021.
“While this project wasn’t immune from construction delays and other challenges, we are so glad to finally cut the ribbon on this building and are able to move forward in this new home for our Public Works Department,” said Mayor Royce Pindell.
| Bennett Days - 2023 Sponsorship | |
Planning is underway for Bennett Days 2023! Our theme this year is 'Play on the Plains!'
Bennett Days 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 to help 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].
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Eastern Plains Summer Concert Series Kicks Off On June 9th | |
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The Bennett Arts Council and Unincorporated Arapahoe County Economic Development (UACED) have partnered to support the arts and economic development by providing 6 FREE Summer Concerts in 2023.
Party in the Park and Music on the Farm are free, musical events held in June, July and August. Bring your lawn chair, snacks and beverages (no glass bottles) for a fun night of music. Food trucks will be present at events at Trupp Park.
A list of the musical talent and food truck vendors can be found here.
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Display your art and sell your homemade goods at this year’s pARTy in the Park, July 14, 2023.
Join the Bennett Arts Council for the fourth annual I-70 Corridor Art Show & Artisan Market. This dynamic community event is a great opportunity for artist, crafters, and merchants to showcase and sell their amazing works in many categories including mixed media, ceramics, fiber, furniture and leather, glass, jewelry, metal, photography, sculpting, wood, and more. In addition, there will be a mural wall auction to fundraise for a local non-profit, Teens for Change. The event will also include live music and food.
NEW THIS YEAR! YOUTH ARTISTS & ARTISANS WANTED! Bring your own items and tent. Must be under 18.
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New Community and Economic Development Director Named | |
The Town of Bennett is excited to introduce our new Community and Economic Development Director, Greg Thompson.
Greg has worked as a land use planner for more than 25 years throughout Colorado, including Greeley, Thornton, Lafayette, and most recently Elbert County. During work, he enjoys problem solving and helping people work through the planning process.
"I appreciate what Bennett has to offer, from development opportunities related to I-70, Colfax, and State Highway 79, to developing commercial and residential areas, to a fantastic sense of community," Thompson said.
In his free time, he enjoys playing sand volleyball, hiking, bicycling and spending time with friends and family.
Greg Thompson can be reached at 303-644-3249 ext. 1003 or [email protected].
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Maintaining Your Property | |
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Reminders for maintaining your property this summer:
- Weeds should not be allowed to grow more than 6’’ tall. This includes areas such as alleyways, culverts, adjoining sidewalks and vacant lots.
- Keep your trees and other vegetation clear of public streets. This allows our street sweeper to clean your street gutters more effectively.
- Properties should be kept free of unsightly accumulation of litter, garbage and/or junk which is likely to become unsanitary, offensive or likely to create disease. Trash cans should only be left out on the day of pickup.
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Life Line Screening Event | |
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Mark your calendars for another Lifeline Screening Event.
Thursday, June 29th
Bennett Community Center
8 am - 5:30 pm
Engage with us on social media, and you'll be entered to win a free screening! Drawing will be held on June 19th.
Screenings available:
- Carotid Artery Screening
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening
- Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening
- Atrial Fibrillation Screening
*You must schedule your screening by calling 800-640-6307, or click here for more information.
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Say hello to our Utilities Director, Ricky!
Ricky works hard every day maintaining the operation of the Water and Wastewater facilities for the Town. We can count on him to get even the dirty jobs done!
Ricky is a dedicated team member and we appreciate the important work he does for our community.
Where are you from?
I'm from Bosque Farms, New Mexico. I have lived in Bennett for 12 years.
How long have you worked for the Town?
I have been with the Town for about 10 years.
What do you do for the Town?
I am the Utilities Director for the Town of Bennett. I handle Water and Wastewater Operations.
What would you like to share with the community?
I am proud of the work we do and I enjoy being a part of this community.
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Overview of Changes to County Health Department Services | |
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Tri-County Health Department formally dissolved December 31, 2022, which resulted in Adams County, Arapahoe County and Douglas County to operate individual public health departments beginning January 1, 2023. To serve the Town of Bennett, Adams and Arapahoe County Health Departments are now in place for health department services and guidelines. Below is an overview of each County’s information, areas of priorities and how they will serve the Town of Bennett. Adams and Arapahoe County have kept the same locations and most of the same staff that Tri-County Health had.
What is the difference between public health services and individual healthcare service? Public Health services focus on protection and promoting the health of entire populations, while healthcare services focus on diagnosing and treating individual patients. Public Health Departments seek to improve lives and the health of communities through the prevention and treatment of disease and the promotion of
healthy behaviors.
Uses of public health departments include:
- Treating disease before it can spread into the community
- Coordinating & conducting inspections
- Track communicable diseases
- Access to adequate nutrition
- Immunizations availability
More information on county health department services and contacts can be found here.
| Plastic Bottle Caps Needed | |
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The Bennett Arts Council needs your help! Please bring us your plastic bottle caps.
We will be collecting bottle caps all summer at Town Hall and at special events. Participate and picture your donation as part of a Bennett art project!
We need to collect over 1000 bottle caps, so your help is appreciated.
More information on the Bennett Arts Council, including upcoming events, can be found online here.
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Party In The Park - June 9, 2023
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Community Clean Up Day - June 10, 2023
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Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - June 13, 2023
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Town of Bennett Closed for services for Juneteenth - June 19, 2023
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Town of Bennett Planning and Zoning Meeting - June 20, 2023
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Music on the Farm - June 23, 2023
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Town of Bennett Board of Trustees Meeting - June 27, 2023
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