Bennett, CO

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Bennett Municipal Code. The body is considering Resolution No. PZ2026-19 to allow office space as a temporary use in the Public (P) Zone District.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code
• Resolution No. PZ2026-19 to add office space as a temporary use in the Public (P) Zone District
• Ordinance No. 823-26

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review the first draft of the 2027 Town of Bennett Budget. The board will also consider a resolution regarding a school district ballot issue.

• First draft of the 2027 Town of Bennett Budget
• Resolution No. 1116-26 regarding Bennett School District No. 29J Ballot Issue #5A

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees will meet to discuss regular business and review a resolution regarding a local school district ballot measure. The meeting includes a town manager report and a period for public comment.

• Resolution No. 1116-26: Position of advocacy regarding Bennett School District No. 29J Ballot Issue #5A

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees unanimously approved its consent agenda at the October 13, 2026 meeting. Through the consent vote, the board adopted Resolution No. 1116-26, establishing a position of advocacy regarding Bennett School District No. 29J Ballot Issue #5A. The trustees also approved minutes from the previous meeting and heard administrative updates.

• Approved Resolution No. 1116-26 advocating on Bennett School District Ballot Issue #5A via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 22, 2026 regular meeting (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will consider a rent adjustment exception request from Bennett Tae Kwon Do, review the 2026 financial report and 2027 revenue projections, and vote on a proposed 2027-2029 intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement services with the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes consent items like approving the September 8, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Rent adjustment exception request from Bennett Tae Kwon Do (owner Mike Goodwin) for a contract running September 22, 2026 to August 31, 2027
• 2026 financial report and 2027 revenue projections presented by Finance Director Danette Ruvalcaba
• 2027-2029 Intergovernmental Agreement for Law Enforcement Services with Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office
• Approval of September 8, 2026 regular meeting minutes

The Board of Trustees approved a rent adjustment exception for Bennett Tae Kwon Do to continue using the Community Center. The board also reviewed financial reports and revenue projections, though no action was taken on those items.

• Approved maintaining Bennett Tae Kwon Do rent at $100.00 per month for 12-month lease (7-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including September 8, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a presentation on the Kiowa Creek Open Space Park, a progress report from the Capital Projects and Utilities Department, a status update on Future Park Phase III, and a legislative update from the town attorney. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.

• Kiowa Creek Open Space Park presentation by Arapahoe County Open Spaces
• Capital Projects and Utilities Department progress report via dashboard
• Future Park Phase III status update with staff report and CD submittal
• Legislative update by Town Attorney Scotty P. Krob

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to the municipal code regarding oil and gas regulations. The board will also consider approving a fitness court purchase funded by a National Fitness Campaign grant, extending a rebate program for pressure reducing valves, and amending the municipal code to add driver licensing rules.

• Amendments to Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code concerning oil and gas regulations (public hearing)
• Extension request for Tractor Supply Co's Final Development Plan Amendment (PZ2025-0022) approval
• Amendment to Chapter 8 of the Bennett Municipal Code to add Article VII governing driver licensing within the town
• National Fitness Campaign grant award and sole-source approval for an outdoor fitness court purchase ($10,000+)
• Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) rebate program extension (Resolution No. 1114-26)

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees continued the public hearing on oil and gas regulations to October 27, 2026, to allow staff more time for permit processing and regulation development. The board also unanimously approved a 90-day extension for Tractor Supply's FDP amendment, an ordinance amending Chapter 8 regarding driver's licenses, a resolution for an outdoor fitness court, and a resolution extending the pressure-reducing valve rebate program. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Pro Tem Pindell excused.

• Continued oil and gas regulations hearing to October 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension for Tractor Supply FDP amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 821-26 amending Chapter 8 on driver's licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1115-26 for outdoor fitness court (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1114-26 extending PRV rebate program (unanimous)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss a proposed investment strategy involving COLOTRUST Term Series II, presented by Finance Director Danette Ruvalcaba. The agenda includes a staff report, indicative rate sheet, proposed investment plan, and purchasing policy for review. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Review of COLOTRUST Term Series II investment strategy
• Discussion of Town of Bennett Proposed Investment Plan dated August 31, 2026
• Review of Town of Bennett Purchasing Policy

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will consider two resolutions: adopting the 2026 Adams County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approving a second amendment to the Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5 subdivision agreement. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss a possible sale or transfer of a town-owned parcel, with follow-up regarding the proposed transfer of 38th Avenue property to Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue.

• Resolution No. 1112-26: Adopting the 2026 Adams County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution No. 1113-26: Approving the Second Amendment to the Subdivision Agreement for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5
• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e) and (4)(a) regarding possible sale or transfer of a town-owned parcel
• Follow-up regarding proposed transfer of 38th Avenue property to Bennett-Watkins Fire Rescue

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees approved two resolutions: adopting the 2026 Adams County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution No. 1112-26) and approving the Second Amendment to the Subdivision Agreement for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5 (Resolution No. 1113-26). Both passed unanimously with five ayes and no nays; Trustees Pindell and Smith were excused. The board also held an executive session regarding a possible sale or transfer of a Town-owned parcel, but took no action afterward.

• Adopted 2026 Adams County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan via Resolution No. 1112-26 (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Subdivision Agreement for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5 via Resolution No. 1113-26 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Held executive session on possible sale or transfer of Town-owned property; no action taken afterward

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss data center considerations, with a staff report and presentations from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and CORE Electric Cooperative. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Discussion of data center considerations led by Community and Economic Development Director Savannah Chapa
• Staff report and PowerPoint presentation on data centers
• Colorado OEDIT data center FAQ for local leaders
• CORE Electric Cooperative presentation on data centers

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 2026-16, which recommends approval of amendments to the Bennett Municipal Code to adopt 1041 regulations for oil and gas exploration and production, designate it as an area of state interest, and adopt Weld County's procedural requirements by reference. The commission will also consider a draft intergovernmental agreement with Weld County for oil and gas services. Other agenda items include approval of the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes and town development updates.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2026-16: 1041 oil and gas regulations, designating oil and gas as an area of state interest, adopting Weld County standards by reference, and designating zoning districts where oil and gas can occur
• Draft intergovernmental agreement with Weld County for oil and gas exploration and development services
• Approval of June 15, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Town development updates presented by Planner I Paul Venable

The Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission approved the agenda, consent agenda, and meeting minutes. The commission also held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of Resolution No. 2026-16, adopting 1041 oil and gas regulations and an intergovernmental agreement with Weld County. Additionally, the commission received town development updates and heard commissioner comments before adjourning.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 15, 2026 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-16 recommending amendments to Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code for 1041 oil and gas regulations (7-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss proposed 1041 oil and gas regulations and a draft intergovernmental agreement with Weld County for oil and gas energy development services. An elected officials presentation from CIRSA is also scheduled. No formal votes are expected at this study session.

• Elected officials presentation by CIRSA Deputy Executive Director Sam Light
• Discussion of draft Article VIII (1041 Oil and Gas Regulations) for areas and activities of state interest
• Draft intergovernmental agreement with Weld County for OGED services
• Draft amendment to Division 4 Land Use Table regarding oil and gas

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board will hold public hearings and consider resolutions approving service plans for several new metropolitan districts in the Prairie Grass development, as well as an amended plan for Muegge Farms. The board will also discuss clarifying a motion on model service plans, and consider ordinances to prohibit parking in bike lanes and regulate pet shops. Consent agenda items include approving minutes and an Adams County open space grant agreement for Civic Center Park ball field equipment.

• Resolution 1110-26: Approve service plan for Prairie Grass Commercial Metropolitan District
• Resolutions 1104-26 & 1105-26: Approve service plans for Prairie Grass West Metropolitan Districts No. 1 and 2
• Resolutions 1106-26 through 1109-26: Approve service plans for Prairie Grass East Metropolitan Districts No. 1-4
• Resolution 1101-26: Approve amended and restated service plan for Muegge Farms Metropolitan District No. 7
• Ordinance 818-26: Prohibit parking in designated bike lanes; Ordinance 819-26: License and regulate pet shops

The Board unanimously approved service plans for the Prairie Grass Commercial, West (Nos. 1-2), and East (Nos. 1-4) Metropolitan Districts, as well as the amended Muegge Farms District No. 7 plan. These approvals authorize new special districts to finance public improvements through property tax mill levies. The Board also approved a model service plan amendment raising the maximum BRI mill levy from 10 to 20 mills (4-3) and a pet shop licensing ordinance (5-2).

• Approved Prairie Grass Commercial Metro District service plan (7-0)
• Approved Prairie Grass West Metro Districts Nos. 1 and 2 service plans (7-0 each)
• Approved Prairie Grass East Metro Districts Nos. 1-4 service plans (7-0 each)
• Approved Muegge Farms Metro District No. 7 amended service plan (7-0)
• Approved model service plan with BRI mill levy increase to 20 mills (4-3)
• Approved pet shop licensing ordinance (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Adams County Open Space grant agreement (7-0)
• No action taken on oil and gas regulations or bike lane parking prohibition

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board will consider Ordinance No. 820-26, which would amend the municipal code to increase compensation for future mayors and trustees. The board will also discuss a request from Muegge Farms Metropolitan District No. 3 for an extended cure period regarding Penrith Road. Consent agenda items include approval of the July 14 meeting minutes, and the board will recognize 2026 Bennett Gives Back Award recipients.

• Ordinance No. 820-26 to increase compensation for future mayors and trustees (public hearing and vote)
• Muegge Farms Metropolitan District No. 3 request for extended cure period on Penrith Road development agreement
• 2026 Bennett Gives Back Award recipients to be announced
• Approval of July 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes on consent agenda

The board approved a 3-2 motion to extend the cure period for Muegge Farms Metropolitan District No. 3 to complete Penrith Road improvements by June 30, 2027, after a breach notice was issued. An ordinance to increase future mayor and trustee compensation failed in one vote (1-4) and passed in another (3-2) with different amounts. The board also approved the consent agenda and recognized Bennett Gives Back Award recipients.

• Approved extended cure period for Penrith Road improvements to June 30, 2027 (3-2)
• Ordinance No. 820-26 for future mayor/trustee compensation increase to $500/$1,000 failed (1-4)
• Ordinance No. 820-26 for future mayor/trustee compensation increase to $500/$1,000 per month passed (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including July 14, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session with two agenda items: the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Second Quarter Report for 2026 (though the report was not available at the time of agenda publication) and a Community & Economic Development Department progress report presented via an online dashboard.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Second Quarter Report 2026 (report not available at publication)
• Community & Economic Development Department progress report via Smartsheet dashboard

Planning and Zoning Commission - Study Session

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a study session to review alternative housing types and receive town development updates.

• Discussion on alternative housing types with Planning Manager Steven Hoese
• Town development updates from Planner I Paul Venable

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees will consider approving service plans for several new and amended metropolitan districts, including Sunset Ridge, Kiowa Creek Preserve, and the Prairie Grass developments. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed change order for Civic Center Park improvements.

• Approving service plans for Sunset Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-7
• Approving service plans for Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3
• Approving service plans for Prairie Grass Commercial and West Metropolitan Districts
• Approving service plans for Prairie Grass East Metropolitan District Nos. 1-4
• Approving change orders for Civic Center Park – Western Trail Part 2

The Board of Trustees approved service plans for the Sunset Ridge and Kiowa Creek Preserve metropolitan districts. They also adopted amended model service plans for Title 32 districts and approved funding for the 2026 Bennett Gives Back grants. Four other metropolitan district hearings were continued to August 11, 2026.

• Approved 2026 Bennett Gives Back Grant funding (5-0)
• Approved Civic Center Park change orders for western trail, entrance, and batting cages not to exceed $295,845.57 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1100-26 adopting Amended and Restated Model Service Plans (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1102-26 approving Sunset Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-7 service plan (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1103-26 approving Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3 service plan amendment (6-0)
• Continued Muegge Farms Metropolitan District No. 7 hearing to August 11, 2026 (6-0)
• Continued Prairie Grass Commercial Metropolitan District hearing to August 11, 2026 (6-0)
• Continued Prairie Grass West and East Metropolitan District hearings to August 11, 2026 (6-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will review amended and restated Model Service Plans for single and multiple districts. The session also includes a discussion on developer input regarding the Bennett Regional Improvements (BRI) assessment option.

• Amended and Restated Town of Bennett Model Service Plans
• Developer input on Bennett Regional Improvements (BRI) assessment option

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to receive an update from the Communications and IT Department. This is a discussion-based session rather than a voting meeting.

• Communications and IT Department update presented by Alison Belcher and Adam Meis

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hear a public hearing on Ordinance No. 816‑26 to rezone the Town Center from Planned Development to Mixed‑Use with a Mainstreet overlay. The board will also consider Resolution No. 1098‑26 confirming bond insurance and final details for the 2026 Sales Tax Refunding and Improvement Revenue Bonds, and Resolution No. 1099‑26 approving an intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for animal shelter services. Additional agenda items include a contractor selection for stormwater and water improvements and an amendment to the Civic Center rental fee schedule.

• Public hearing on Town Center Rezone (Ordinance No. 816‑26) for mixed‑use development
• Resolution No. 1098‑26 confirming bond insurance and final details for Series 2026 sales‑tax revenue bonds
• Contractor selection for Adams and Colfax Stormwater and Water improvements (RFP 26‑005)
• Resolution No. 1099‑26 approving intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for animal shelter services
• Amendment to Civic Center rental fee schedule (Resolution No. 1096‑26)

The Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 816‑26, rezoning four town‑owned parcels (about 10.6 acres) from Planned Development to Public with a Main Street overlay. It also approved a $205,200 contract with HCG Construction for stormwater and water line improvements, a 5‑1 vote to confirm bond insurance and issuance details for the 2026 sales‑tax refunding bonds, and a unanimous resolution establishing an intergovernmental animal‑shelter agreement with Adams County.

• Approved Ordinance No. 816‑26 rezoning four town parcels (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1098‑26 confirming bond insurance and issuance details (5‑1)
• Awarded HCG Construction contract for stormwater/water improvements up to $205,200 (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1099‑26 intergovernmental animal‑shelter agreement with Adams County (unanimous 6‑0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a recommendation for the Town Center Parcel Rezone. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a project update.

• Approval of March 16, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Town Center Rezone Case No. PZ2026-0008 (Resolution No. 2026-15)
• June 2026 Project Update
• Town Development Updates
• Public Comments on non-agenda items

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of Resolution No. 2026-15, the Town Center Parcel Rezone (Case No. PZ2026-0008). The commission also approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which included the March 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes. Staff provided a 2026 project update and town development updates. No public was present and no public comment was offered.

• Approved agenda as presented (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda including March 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 2026-15, Town Center Parcel Rezone, Case No. PZ2026-0008 (ayes: Clark, Connor, Delaney, Gaul, Metsker, Rusciolelli; nays: none; excused: Metsker, Watts)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m. (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board will vote on Resolution No. 1097-26 to let the Town Manager impose mandatory water restrictions. Trustees will also take the first reading of Ordinance No. 817-26, which authorizes sales‑tax revenue bonds to fund street improvements and refinance existing bonds. A contractor will be selected for the 8th Street paving project (RFP 26-006) and a recommendation will be made to purchase Phase 2 electric grounds‑maintenance equipment with an RFP waiver. The agenda includes a financial report update and a discussion of the upcoming Bennett Days 2026 community event.

• Resolution No. 1097-26 – Authorizing mandatory water restrictions
• Ordinance No. 817-26 – Authorizing sales‑tax revenue bonds for street improvements
• Contractor selection for 8th Street paving (RFP 26-006)
• Recommendation for Phase 2 electric grounds‑maintenance equipment purchase and RFP waiver
• Bennett Days 2026 community event

The Board unanimously authorized the Town Manager to impose mandatory water restrictions. It waived competitive procurement to secure a new auditor for the 2025 financial audit. The Board approved the issuance of sales‑tax revenue bonds series 2026 to fund transportation improvements. Additional contracts and funding for street paving, electric grounds equipment, and the 2026 Bennett Days events were also approved.

• Authorized mandatory water restrictions (unanimous)
• Waived procurement requirements to hire a new auditor for the 2025 audit (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 817-26 authorizing sales‑tax revenue bonds series 2026 (unanimous)
• Awarded 8th Street paving contract to Tristone Construction, up to $256,649.40 (unanimous)
• Approved RFP waiver to purchase Phase 2 electric grounds equipment, up to $139,875.78 (unanimous)
• Approved $36,600 General Fund commitment for 2026 Bennett Days events and sole‑source agreement with No Credit Productions (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will receive a presentation from Special Counsel Dalton Kelly regarding Metro Districts. The session includes a review of the Town's adopted Model Service Plan.

• Metro District training and Model Service Plan review by Special Counsel Dalton Kelly

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will discuss a proposal to improve the efficiency of the Bennett Municipal Court, presented by Town Safety Officer Gerilynn Scheidt. They will also review a staff report comparing compensation for town councils and mayors in Colorado, presented by Assistant to the Town Manager Denise Taylor. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Bennett Municipal Court Optimization Proposal
• Board of Trustees Compensation review

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board will hold public comment, approve the consent agenda, receive the Town Manager’s report, and discuss possible action on pending litigation with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office in an executive session. No final decisions are noted in the agenda. The meeting also includes trustee comments and committee reports before the executive session.

• Public comments on items not scheduled for public hearing
• Approval of consent agenda
• Town Manager report
• Executive session to discuss possible action on pending litigation with Adams County Sheriff’s Office

The Board of Trustees approved the settlement agreement with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, ending pending litigation and recovering funds and attorney fees for Bennett. Trustee Sus moved the approval, Trustee Smith seconded, and the motion passed unanimously with six ayes and no nays. The meeting also approved the agenda and consent agenda and entered an executive session to discuss the litigation strategy. The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

• Approved agenda (voice vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved settlement agreement with Adams County Sheriff (ayes: Clemens, Oakley, Pindell, Smith, Sus, Brown; nays: none)
• Moved into executive session to discuss litigation strategy (ayes: Pindell, Smith, Sus, Brown, Clemens, Oakley; nays: none)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote: 6 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review departmental progress. The meeting includes a first quarter report from the Arapahoe County Sheriff and a progress report from the Capital Projects and Utilities Department.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's First Quarter Report 2026
• Capital Projects and Utilities Department Progress Report

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board will consider Resolution No. 1096-26, which approves the Phase I pro forma for the Bennett Sports Facilities project and amends the town fee schedule to adopt the proposed fees. The board will also review an amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the fire district lease of the former town hall and safety building. Additional items include public proclamations, the oath of office for a new trustee, and an executive‑session discussion of pending litigation with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office.

• Resolution No. 1096-26 – approval of Phase I pro forma for Bennett Sports Facilities and amendment to the town fee schedule
• Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the fire district lease of the former Bennett Town Hall and safety building
• Oath of Office for Trustee‑Elect Joshua Arbogast
• Adoption of the Building Safety Month proclamation
• Adoption of the Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County proclamation

The Town Board approved Resolution No. 1096-26, adopting the Phase I pro forma for Bennett Sports Facilities and updating the town fee schedule. The board also approved an amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Fire District lease of the former town hall and Safety Building. A motion to enter executive session for pending litigation was adopted, and the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Resolution No. 1096-26 for Bennett Sports Facilities Phase I and fee schedule amendment (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement for Fire District lease of former Town Hall and Safety Building (6‑0, 1 recused)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Moved into executive session to discuss pending litigation (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, 7 ayes, 0 nays)

Town Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will administer oaths of office to three new trustees and appoint town officials for 2026. The body will also consider a resolution regarding a grant for the Bennett Civic Center Park and a service plan amendment for a metropolitan district.

• Resolution No. 1094-26: Open Space Grant Agreement with Adams County for Bennett Civic Center Park Phase III
• Resolution No. 1095-26: Denial of the First Amendment to the Service Plan for Kiowa Creek Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3
• Oath of Office for Trustees Joshua Arbogast, Christopher Clemens, and Bonnie Teachout
• 2026 Appointment of Town Officials, including Town Attorney and Town Clerk
• Selection of Mayor Pro Tem

The Board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda by unanimous voice votes. It denied the First Amendment to the Service Plan for Kiowa Creek Metropolitan District Nos. 1‑3. Trustees also nominated a new Mayor Pro Tem, appointed several town officials, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Denied First Amendment to Kiowa Creek Metropolitan District Service Plan (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Nominated Royce Pindell as Mayor Pro Tem (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed Town Clerk, Town Clerk Pro Tem, Second Town Clerk Pro Tem, and Town Attorney (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review housing education and values. A presentation by Mary Coddington of Twelve Inc. will cover the town’s housing needs assessment (Nov 2024) and the “Welcoming Neighbors Through Housing Variety” report (Aug 2025). The session is informational and does not include any formal votes or actions.

• Housing Education & Values Exploration presentation by Mary Coddington (Twelve Inc.)
• Review of Housing Needs Assessment – Final Report (Nov 2024)
• Review of Welcoming Neighbors Through Housing Variety – Final Report (Aug 2025)

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 1092-26 to approve the first amendment to the Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Service Plan (Nos. 1‑3). The meeting also includes an ordinance (No. 815-26) amending the intergovernmental agreement for leasing Civic Center Park sports facilities, a land request from Bennett‑Watkins Fire Rescue, an ordinance (No. 811-26) updating Municipal Code Chapter 11 on streets and sidewalks, and a resolution (No. 1093-26) establishing expedited review policies for affordable housing projects.

• Resolution No. 1092-26 – First amendment to Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Service Plan (Nos. 1‑3)
• Ordinance No. 815-26 – Amendment Two to the intergovernmental agreement for the lease of Civic Center Park sports facilities
• Land request from Bennett‑Watkins Fire Rescue
• Ordinance No. 811-26 – Updates to Municipal Code Chapter 11 regarding streets, sidewalks and public property
• Resolution No. 1093-26 – Establishing expedited review policies for affordable housing projects

The board voted down the Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District service‑plan amendment, keeping debt limits unchanged. It approved several items: the IGA amendment for Civic Center Park sports facilities, updates to Chapter 11 of the municipal code, an expedited‑review resolution for affordable housing, a cleaning‑services contract, and a revised loader purchase. No action was taken on the fire‑station land donation request.

• Kiowa Creek Preserve Metro District Service Plan Amendment – motion failed 2‑4 (Ayes: Dambroski, Pindell; Nays: Oakley, Sus, Vittum, Barden; Smith excused)
• Ordinance No. 815‑26 (IGA amendment for Civic Center Park sports facilities) – approved unanimously (Ayes: Oakley, Pindell, Sus, Vittum, Barden, Dambroski; Smith excused)
• Ordinance No. 811‑26 (Chapter 11 municipal code updates) – approved unanimously (Ayes: Pindell, Sus, Vittum, Barden, Dambroski, Oakley; Smith excused)
• Resolution No. 1093‑26 (expedited review policies for affordable housing) – approved 5‑1 (Ayes: Sus, Barden, Dambroski, Oakley, Pindell; Nays: Vittum; Smith excused)
• Cleaning Services Agreement with Guillermina Montoya (July‑Dec 2026) – approved unanimously (Ayes: Vittum, Barden, Dambroski, Oakley, Pindell, Sus; Smith excused)
• Revised Loader Purchase (CAT 914) – approved unanimously (Ayes: Vittum, Barden, Dambroski, Oakley, Pindell, Sus; Smith excused)
• Land donation request from Bennett‑Watkins Fire Rescue – no action taken

Town Board of Trustees

The Board will consider several items, including authorizing acceptance of a Community Development Block Grant for the Centennial Neighborhood sidewalk restoration project, approving a service‑plan amendment for the Bennett Crossing Metropolitan District, and amending the zoning code to change the minimum size for accessory dwelling units. Additional agenda items cover reduced permit fees for a Spring Clean and Green event, selection of a design consultant for Kiowa‑Bennett Road reconstruction, award of an on‑call contractor services roster, a memorandum of understanding for affordable housing at the Town Center parcel, and a proposed settlement for 47600 E 38th Ave.

• Authorize acceptance of CDBG funding for Centennial Neighborhood Sidewalk Restoration Project
• Approve First Amendment to Service Plan for Bennett Crossing Metropolitan District Nos. 1‑3
• Amend zoning code to modify minimum right‑to‑accessory dwelling unit size
• Reduce permit fees for Spring Clean and Green event
• Select design consultant for Kiowa‑Bennett Road reconstruction (RFP 26‑004)

The Board unanimously approved the first amendment to the Bennett Crossing Metropolitan District Service Plan, allowing the district to proceed with future debt issuance. It also passed an ordinance amending the minimum accessory dwelling unit size (6‑1) and approved a 50% reduction in permit fees for a Spring Clean and Green event. Additional actions included awarding the Kiowa‑Bennett Road design contract to AtkinsRéalis USA Inc. (4‑3), establishing an on‑call contractor roster, and approving a memorandum of understanding with Mile High Development for affordable housing.

• Approved Resolution No. 1091-26 (Service Plan amendment) – unanimous vote
• Approved Ordinance No. 814-26 (ADU minimum size) – 6 to 1 vote
• Approved 50% permit fee reduction for Spring Clean and Green event – unanimous vote
• Awarded Kiowa‑Bennett Road design contract to AtkinsRéalis USA Inc. – 4 to 3 vote
• Authorized on‑call contractor services agreements per RFQ 26-003 – unanimous vote
• Approved MOU with Mile High Development for affordable housing – 6 to 1 vote