Bennett public meetings in 2022

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2023 budget, including resolutions to appropriate funds, levy property taxes, and amend the Road and Bridge and Conservation Trust funds. The board will also consider waiving the RFP process for Town Hall security upgrades and vote on an ordinance amending development impact fees. The meeting includes consent agenda approval of the November 22 minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on 2023 budget (Resolutions 947-22 through 950-22) including property tax levy and fee schedule
• Request to waive RFP for Town Hall security upgrades (access control and surveillance)
• Ordinance 764-22 amending development impact fees
• Approve November 22, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• DRCOG representative discussion

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2023 budget and associated tax and appropriation resolutions. The Board also updated development impact fees and authorized security upgrades for Town Hall.

• Approved 2023 Budget and Schedule of Fees via Resolution No. 947-22 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 948-22 appropriating funds for the 2023 Budget Year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 949-22 levying general property taxes for tax year 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 950-22 appropriating additional funds for Road and Bridge and Conservation Trust Funds (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 764-22 amending Development Impact Fees (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Paladine Technologies - VTI Security for Town Hall upgrades not to exceed $56,025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Trustee Larry Vittum as the Town representative for DRCOG (6-0-1)

Antelope Hills General Improvement District

The Antelope Hills General Improvement District Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 budget and consider Resolution No. 2022-01, which adopts the budget, makes appropriations, and approves a mill levy. The board will also approve the November 22, 2022 meeting minutes and take public comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on 2023 GID budget and Resolution No. 2022-01
• Adoption of 2023 budget and mill levy
• Approval of November 22, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Board of Trustees - Special Meeting

The Board of Trustees met to fill a vacancy on the board. Larry Vittum was appointed to the position and took the oath of office.

• Appointed Larry Vittum to fill Trustee vacancy until April 2024 (unanimous vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous vote)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to interview three applicants for a vacant trustee position. The board will hear from Kat Crow, Larry Vittum, and Gerald Weller in separate 15-minute slots. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Interview with Kat Crow at 5:00 p.m.
• Interview with Larry Vittum at 5:30 p.m.
• Interview with Gerald Weller at 6:00 p.m.

Antelope Hills General Improvement District

The Antelope Hills General Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to consider the draft 2023 budget presented by the Town Treasurer. The agenda also includes approval of the agenda, public comments, board reports, and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review of Antelope Hills GID Budget 2023 Draft One

The Board of Directors approved the meeting agenda and reviewed the first draft of the 2023 Antelope Hills General Improvement District budget. No formal action was taken on the budget draft.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees will review the 2022 third quarter finance report and the third draft of the 2023 town budget, including a second draft of the schedule of fees. This is a study session, so no final decisions are expected; the board is discussing these items before formal action.

• 2022 Third Quarter Finance Report
• 2023 Town of Bennett Budget Third Draft
• 2023 Schedule of Fees Second Draft

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on zoning for the Mundell Farms development (Bennett North Annexation) and consider several action items, including a law enforcement services agreement with Arapahoe County, a change order for the LA-14 water well, a lease with a daycare center, and trustee appointments. The meeting also includes consent agenda approval of minutes and the IGA resolution.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 762-22 zoning Bennett North Annexation and approving Mundell Farms Outline Development Plan
• Resolution 946-22 approving Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County for law enforcement services
• Change Order No. 4 for construction of Bennett Lower Arapahoe Aquifer Well LA-14
• Ordinance 763-22 approving long-term land lease with Discovery Time Kids Early Learning Center
• Trustee appointment applications from Kat Crow, Larry Vittum, and Gerald Weller

The Board of Trustees approved a zoning ordinance and development plan for Mundell Farms and authorized a lease agreement with Discovery Time Kids Early Learning Center. The Board also approved a change order for the construction of a new aquifer well and an agreement for law enforcement services with Arapahoe County.

• Approved Ordinance No. 762-22 for Mundell Farms PD Zoning and Outline Development Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 with Hydro Resources - Rocky Mountain, Inc. not to exceed $557,716 for Lower Arapahoe Well LA-14 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 763-22 for a lease agreement with Discovery Time Kids Early Learning Center (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 946-22 for an Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County for law enforcement services (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case No. 22.02, a request to recommend approval of PD zoning for the Bennett North Annexation and an Outline Development Plan for Mundell Farms. The commission will also consider approving the September 19, 2022 meeting minutes and take public comments on items not on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Case No. 22.02 – Mundell Farms Planned Development (PD) zoning
• Resolution No. 2022-18 recommending approval of zoning for Bennett North Annexation
• Review of Mundell Farms Outline Development Plan (ODP)
• Mundell Farms Traffic Impact Study included in materials
• Approval of September 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zoning and Outline Development Plan for the Mundell Farms Planned Development. This pertains to property annexed to the Town of Bennett known as the Bennett North annexation.

• Approved September 19, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 2022-18 for Mundell Farms zoning and Outline Development Plan (6-0)

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including an ordinance to change the town administrator title to town manager, the 2023 budget second draft, a lease agreement for the Young at Heart Seniors group, and an intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for law enforcement services. The meeting also includes consent agenda approval of the October 25 minutes and public comment.

• Ordinance No. 761-22 to update town administrator title to town manager
• 2023 Town of Bennett Budget second draft and 2023 schedule of fees first draft
• Young at Heart Seniors lease agreement for Bennett Community Center
• Resolution No. 945-22 approving IGA with Adams County for law enforcement services

The Board of Trustees approved a law enforcement services agreement with Adams County for 2023 and updated the Town Administrator's title to Town Manager. They also authorized the continued fee-free use of the Community Center for Young at Heart Seniors.

• Approved Resolution No. 945-22 for law enforcement services agreement with Adams County (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 761-22 updating Town Administrator title to Town Manager (6-0)
• Approved continued fee-free Community Center use for Young at Heart Seniors with closet space sharing stipulation (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to receive reports from the Arapahoe and Adams County Sheriff's offices on third-quarter 2022 activity in Bennett, along with updates from the Community Services, Municipal Court, and Capital Improvement Projects departments. The agenda is informational, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Third Quarter Report 2022
• Adams County Sheriff's Third Quarter Report 2022
• Community Services Department Update and Third Quarter Report 2022
• Municipal Court Department Update, including Senate Bill 22-099 and House Bill 22-1373
• Capital Improvement Projects Department Update

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on proposed service plans for the Kiowa Creek Preserve and Bennett Farms metropolitan districts, and consider resolutions to approve them. The board will also discuss and potentially act on several other items, including a lease and rebate agreement with Open and Affordable Dental, an amendment to the recreation district IGA, and a construction contract for a recycled water reservoir. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a resolution for the Colorado Region 8 Opioid Intergovernmental Agreement.

• Public hearing and Resolution 942-22 for Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 2 and 3 service plan
• Public hearing and Resolution 943-22 for Bennett Farms Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 service plan
• Ordinance 760-22 and Resolution 944-22 for long-term lease and economic development assistance with Open and Affordable Dental
• Ordinance 757-22 amending the IGA between the Town and Bennett Park and Recreation District
• RFP 22-015 for Phase 2 Recycled Water East Reservoir construction

The Board of Trustees approved service plans for the Kiowa Creek Preserve and Bennett Farms metropolitan districts. The board also authorized a $455,000 reservoir contract and a dental clinic incentive agreement.

• Approved Service Plan for Kiowa Creek Preserve Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 2 and 3 (6-0)
• Approved Service Plan for Bennett Farms Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (6-0)
• Authorized 36-month AED unit service agreement with Cintas not to exceed $18,312 annually (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 760-22 for lease agreement with OA Properties, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 944-22 for Economic Development Assistance Agreement with Open and Affordable Dental (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 757-22 amending IGA with Bennett Park and Recreation District (6-0)
• Authorized $455,000 contract with Dan's Custom Construction, Inc. for Phase 2 Recycled Water East Reservoir (6-0)
• Nominated Whitney Oakley as Mayor Pro Tem (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Bennett Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for the property at 270 Cleveland Court. The board will vote on Resolution No. BOA 2022-02, which would approve the variance. The agenda also includes approval of the March 21, 2022 minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on Case No. 22.29 - 270 Cleveland Court variance
• Resolution No. BOA 2022-02 to approve variance
• Approval of March 21, 2022 Board of Adjustment minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance (Resolution BOA 2022-02) for 270 Cleveland Court, allowing a rear yard setback of 15 feet instead of the required 20 feet in the R-1 zone district, to build a master bathroom extension. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The meeting also approved the agenda and consent agenda (including March 21, 2022 minutes) without opposition.

• Approved variance for 270 Cleveland Court to reduce rear setback from 20 ft to 15 ft for bathroom addition (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 21, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to review the first draft of the 2023 Town of Bennett Budget, presented by the Town Treasurer and Director of Finance. This is a discussion item, not a final approval.

• 2023 Town of Bennett Budget First Draft review
• Budget letters for 2023

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the final plat for The Shops at Bennett Subdivision, Amendment No. 1, and consider several action items including animal shelter agreements, park shelter amenities, and a change order. The board will also vote on consent agenda items, including a grant agreement for Bennett Regional Park and a resolution supporting a school bond initiative. An executive session is scheduled for negotiations regarding an amendment to the IGA with the Bennett Park and Recreation District.

• Public hearing on final plat for The Shops at Bennett Subdivision, Amendment No. 1 (Resolution No. 937-22)
• Ordinance No. 759-22: Lease agreement with Broken and Beautiful Bennett for animal shelter services
• Resolution No. 940-22: Intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for animal shelter/adoption center services
• Bennett Regional Park and Open Space fishing pond shelter amenities (proposals from Kuhn Construction, Anson Excavating, Altitude Recreation)
• Change Order MP-79-001 with Morton Electric for asphalt increase due to CDOT delays

The Board approved a final plat amendment for The Shops at Bennett Subdivision, further subdividing Tract A. They also approved a lease agreement with Broken and Beautiful Bennett for animal shelter services and an intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for shelter services. A contract with Altitude Recreation for fishing pond shelter amenities was authorized, and a change order with Morton Electric for intersection improvements was approved.

• Approved Resolution 937-22 for Shops at Bennett Subdivision final plat amendment (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 759-22 for animal shelter lease with Broken and Beautiful Bennett (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 940-22 for Adams County animal shelter IGA (4-0)
• Authorized contract with Altitude Recreation for fishing pond shelter amenities up to $66,160 (4-0)
• Authorized change order with Morton Electric for intersection improvements up to $74,466.70 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 27 meeting minutes and Resolutions 938-22 and 939-22 (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Mayor Pro Tem Darvin Harrell
• Entered executive session to discuss IGA amendment with Bennett Park and Recreation District

Bennett Business Advisory Committee

The Bennett Business Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss proposed updates to the town's sign code and a retention plan for the Bennett Business Collective. The committee will also receive updates on town business matters and gather input from members.

• Proposed Sign Code Updates presented by Planning Manager Steve Hebert
• Bennett Business Collective Retention Plan presented by Chad Bunger
• Town of Bennett business updates from Economic Development Coordinator Lynette White
• Partnership, input, and feedback session led by Chad Bunger and Savannah Vickery

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 933-22 to opt out of the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. The board will also consider several consent agenda items, including accepting the 2021 audit, supporting grant applications for a sewer bypass and a trail, and discuss a kinetic wind sculpture solicitation, a childhood cancer proclamation, and an amendment to a tax rebate agreement. An executive session is scheduled to discuss animal shelter partnership negotiations.

• Resolution 933-22: Opt out of Colorado FAMLI program
• Resolution 935-22: Accept 2021 Town of Bennett audit
• Resolution 934-22: Support DOLA grant for Custer Street Sanitary Sewer Bypass
• Resolution 936-22: Support CPW grant for multi-use trail along Highway 79
• Comfort Inn & Suites PIRA amendment request

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees study session will hear presentations on the Bennett School District 29J Bond Initiative 5A, consider Resolution No. 935-22 accepting the town's 2021 audit, and receive a department update from the town attorney. No formal votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion and information.

• Bennett School District 29J Bond Initiative 5A presentation by Superintendent Robin Purdy and CFO Keith Yaich
• Resolution No. 935-22 accepting the 2021 Town of Bennett audit
• 2021 audit materials: financial statements, internal control letter, governance communication
• Town Attorney Department Update by Melinda Culley

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case No. 22.11, a request to approve an amended final plat for The Shops at Bennett subdivision. The commission will also consider approving the July 18, 2022 meeting minutes and take public comments on items not on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Case No. 22.11: The Shops at Bennett Subdivision, Amendment No. 1 Final Plat
• Resolution No. 2022-17 recommending approval of the final plat
• Approval of July 18, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a final plat for The Shops at Bennett Subdivision, Amendment No. 1, subdividing 4.17 acres zoned C-General Commercial. The vote was unanimous (6-0) with Commissioner Clark recused. The consent agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2022-17 for The Shops at Bennett Subdivision final plat (6-0, Clark recused)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to review the 2022 second quarter finance report, discuss priority projects for 2023, and consider revenue projections for 2023. These are informational items presented by the Town Treasurer, with no formal votes expected at this study session.

• 2022 Second Quarter Finance Report
• 2023 Priority Projects dashboard
• 2023 Revenue Projections dashboard

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a proposed service plan for the Prospect Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-5, and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including changes to municipal codes for permit fees, health/sanitation, and animal control, as well as a development agreement for Muegge Farms roadway improvements and a fencing contract for the North Municipal Complex. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 931-22 approving the service plan for Prospect Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-5
• Ordinance No. 758-22 amending Chapter 11 of the Bennett Municipal Code regarding permit fees for sewer/water taps and utility conduit extensions
• Ordinance No. 755-22 amending Chapter 7 (Health and Sanitation) and Ordinance No. 756-22 adopting new Chapter 9 (Animal Control)
• RFP 22-012 for North Municipal Complex (NOMCOM) Public Works site fencing, with proposal from SSL Choice, LLC
• Resolution No. 932-22 approving a development agreement for Muegge Farms major roadway improvements

The board unanimously approved the service plan and formation of five metropolitan districts for the 372-acre Prospect Ridge development, enabling financing for public improvements. It also approved fee changes for sewer/water taps, animal control code updates, a $181,645 fencing contract for the North Municipal Complex, and a roadway development agreement for Muegge Farms.

• Approved Resolution 931-22 for Prospect Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-5 service plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 758-22 amending sewer/water tap permit fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 755-22 amending Chapter 7 (Health and Sanitation) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 756-22 amending Chapter 9 (Animal Control) (5-0)
• Authorized $181,645.30 contract with SSL Choice, LLC for NOMCOM site fencing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 932-22 for Muegge Farms Major Roadway Improvements Development Agreement (5-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees will hear quarterly reports from the Arapahoe and Adams County Sheriff's offices, an update from the Municipal Court, and a Community Services Department update. They will also discuss recommended changes to the Bennett Municipal Code, including amendments to Chapter 7 (Health and Sanitation) and a new Chapter 9 (Animal Control), with draft ordinances presented.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Second Quarter Report 2022
• Adams County Sheriff's Second Quarter Report 2022
• Municipal Court Department Update
• Ordinance No. 755-22 amending Chapter 7 (Health and Sanitation)
• Ordinance No. 756-22 adopting new Chapter 9 (Animal Control)

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings and votes on several items, including a special events liquor license for the VFW, a final plat for Love's Filing No. 1, a conditional use permit for expanded truck parking at Love's, a final development plan amendment for the truck stop, and an ordinance amending wireless communication facility rules. The board will also consider awarding a contract for a stormwater drainage master plan and discuss a personnel matter in executive session.

• Public hearing on Tri-Valley VFW Post 8449 special events liquor license
• Resolution 927-22: Approve Love's Filing No. 1 subdivision final plat (10.96 acres)
• Resolution 928-22: Approve Love's conditional use permit for expanded truck parking
• Resolution 929-22: Approve Love's final development plan amendment for expanded truck parking, fuel station additions, landscape changes
• Ordinance 754-22: Amend Chapter 16 on wireless communication facilities; RFP 22-010 for stormwater drainage master plan

The Board approved a final plat, conditional use permit, and development plan amendment for Love's Filing No. 1, adding 114 off-street truck parking spaces and three fueling stations near I-70 and CO Highway 79. A special events liquor permit was granted to Tri-Valley VFW Post 8449 for five dates in 2022. The Board also amended the municipal code on wireless communication facilities and authorized a $125,796 stormwater drainage master plan contract with Ayres Associates.

• Approved Love's Filing No. 1 final plat (Resolution 927-22) (5-0)
• Approved Love's conditional use permit for expanded truck parking (Resolution 928-22) (5-0)
• Approved Love's final development plan amendment for parking, fuel, and landscaping (Resolution 929-22) (5-0)
• Approved special events liquor permit for Tri-Valley VFW Post 8449 for Aug 13, Sep 9-10, Nov 11, Dec 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 754-22 amending Chapter 16 on wireless communication facilities (5-0)
• Authorized $125,796 contract with Ayres Associates for stormwater drainage master plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 26, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Held executive session on personnel SWOT analysis; no further direction given

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on the Les Schwab Tire Center final development plan and the Walls Subdivision final plat with an industrial rezoning, then consider awarding contracts for Highway 79/I-70 interchange improvements and a recycled water pipeline, plus an intergovernmental lease with Adams County.

• Public hearing: Les Schwab Tire Center final development plan (Case 21.47), Resolution 925-22
• Public hearing: Walls Subdivision final plat (Case 22.12) and industrial rezoning (Case 22.13), Resolution 926-22 and Ordinance 752-22
• RFP 22-009: Highway 79 and I-70 interchange and ramp improvements - proposals from Morton Electric, Summers Construction, Duran Excavating
• RFP 22-011: Phase 1 Recycled Water Pipeline - Segment 2 - proposals from JBS Pipeline, Dan's Custom Construction, American West Construction, Alpine Civil, Fiore and Sons
• Ordinance 753-22: Intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for office lease at Bennett Shared County Service Center

The Board approved a $2,257,565 contract with Duran Excavating for Highway 79/I-70 interchange and ramp improvements, and a $597,724 contract with Dan's Custom Construction for Phase 1 Recycled Water Pipeline Segment 2. They also approved the Les Schwab Tire Center final development plan, the Walls Subdivision final plat (5-1), and the Walls Industrial rezoning (5-1). An intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for an office lease was approved.

• Approved $2,257,565 contract with Duran Excavating for Highway 79/I-70 improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $597,724 contract with Dan's Custom Construction for recycled water pipeline (unanimous)
• Approved Les Schwab Tire Center final development plan (unanimous)
• Approved Walls Subdivision final plat (5-1, Harrell nay)
• Approved Walls Industrial rezoning (5-1, Harrell nay)
• Approved Adams County shared services office lease IGA (unanimous)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss three items: a public safety capstone project on fear of crime, a conceptual plan for Bennett Civic Center Park, and a Town Clerk department update. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and review.

• Public Safety Capstone Project presentation on fear of crime, including community survey data
• Bennett Civic Center Park Conceptual Plan and Master Plan review
• Town Clerk Department Update report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: the final plat for Love's Filing 1, a conditional use permit for expanded truck parking at Love's, the final plat for Walls Subdivision, and a rezoning for Lot 1 of Walls Subdivision. They will also discuss recommended updates to the municipal code on wireless communication facilities and review a sketch plan for Muegge Farms Filings 5 & 6. The commission will vote on resolutions recommending approval for these items.

• Public hearing on Love's Filing 1 Subdivision Final Plat (Resolution 2022-12)
• Public hearing on Love's Conditional Use Permit for Expanded Truck Parking (Resolution 2022-13)
• Public hearing on Walls Subdivision Final Plat (Resolution 2022-14)
• Public hearing on Walls Industrial Rezoning for Lot 1 (Resolution 2022-15)
• Discussion of updates to Chapter 16 (wireless communication facilities) and Muegge Farms Filings 5 & 6 sketch plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of Love's Filing 1 final plat and a conditional use permit for expanded truck parking, both by 3-2 votes. It also unanimously recommended approval of the Walls Subdivision final plat, a rezoning for Lot 1, and updates to the municipal code on wireless communication facilities. No public comments were made on any item. The Muegge Farms sketch plan was presented with no action taken.

• Recommended approval of Love's Filing 1 final plat (Resolution 2022-12) 3-2
• Recommended approval of Love's conditional use permit for expanded truck parking (Resolution 2022-13) 3-2
• Recommended approval of Walls Subdivision final plat (Resolution 2022-14) unanimously
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Lot 1 of Walls Subdivision (Resolution 2022-15) unanimously
• Recommended approval of wireless communication facility code updates (Resolution 2022-16) unanimously
• Approved agenda and consent agenda (including June 27 minutes) unanimously

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss community preparedness with Adams County Office of Emergency Management, recognize a community member, and introduce new town staff. The meeting is informational and does not include formal votes or ordinances.

• Presentation by Adams County OEM on community preparedness program
• Recognition of Keith Buono with Outstanding Community Support Certificate
• Introduction of Chad Bunger as Community and Economic Development Director
• Introduction of Sonya Zimmerman as Community Service Officer

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on four annexation and zoning proposals for the Kiowa Creek and Bennett Farms developments, along with a related vested rights agreement. The board will also consider contracts for third-party inspection services for the Highway 79 and I-70 interchange project and for park video surveillance systems.

• Public hearings on Kiowa Creek Annexations No. 1, 2, and 3 (Resolutions 922-22, 923-22, 924-22; Ordinances 747-22, 748-22, 749-22)
• Public hearing on Kiowa Creek Planned Development zoning (Ordinance 750-22)
• Public hearings on Bennett Farms Annexations No. 1 and 2 (Resolutions 920-22, 921-22; Ordinances 744-22, 745-22)
• Public hearing on Bennett Farms Planned Development zoning (Ordinance 746-22)
• Public hearing on Annexation, Development and Vested Rights Agreement for Bennett Farms and Kiowa Creek (Ordinance 751-22)

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the annexation, zoning, and development agreements for the Kiowa Creek and Bennett Farms properties, allowing up to 915 and 2,753 residential units respectively. All votes were unanimous with Trustee Harrell excused. The board also authorized contracts for highway inspection services and park video surveillance.

• Approved Kiowa Creek Annexation No. 1 (Resolution 922-22) - unanimous
• Approved Kiowa Creek Annexation No. 2 (Resolution 923-22) - unanimous
• Approved Kiowa Creek Annexation No. 3 (Resolution 924-22) - unanimous
• Approved Kiowa Creek Annexation ordinances (747-22, 748-22, 749-22) - unanimous
• Approved Kiowa Creek PD zoning (Ordinance 750-22) - unanimous
• Approved Bennett Farms Annexations No. 1 and 2 (Resolutions 920-22, 921-22; Ordinances 744-20, 745-22) - unanimous
• Approved Bennett Farms PD zoning (Ordinance 746-22) - unanimous
• Approved Annexation, Development and Vested Rights Agreement (Ordinance 751-22) - unanimous

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees is holding public hearings and considering resolutions and ordinances to annex the Kiowa Creek and Bennett Farms properties and zone them as planned developments. The board will also discuss an annexation, development, and vested rights agreement for both areas, and hold an executive session on animal shelter negotiations.

• Public hearing on Kiowa Creek Annexation No. 1, 2, 3 (Resolutions 922-22, 923-22, 924-22; Ordinances 747-22, 748-22, 749-22)
• Public hearing on Kiowa Creek Planned Development zoning (Ordinance 750-22)
• Public hearing on Bennett Farms Annexation No. 1 and 2 (Resolutions 920-22, 921-22; Ordinances 744-22, 745-22)
• Public hearing on Bennett Farms Planned Development zoning (Ordinance 746-22)
• Executive session on animal shelter partnership/independent negotiations

The Bennett Town Board held public hearings on two major annexation proposals (Kiowa Creek and Bennett Farms) but did not make final decisions. Instead, the board voted unanimously to continue both hearings, along with the related planned development zoning and the Annexation, Development, and Vested Rights Agreement, to the July 12, 2022 meeting. The board also entered executive session to discuss animal shelter negotiations and directed staff to continue negotiations.

• Continued Kiowa Creek Annexation No. 1, 2, 3 public hearing to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Bennett Farms Annexation No. 1, 2 public hearing to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued Annexation, Development, and Vested Rights Agreement for Bennett Farms and Kiowa Creek to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for animal shelter partnership negotiations (unanimous)
• Directed staff to continue negotiations after executive session

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed planned developments, Kiowa Creek Preserve and Bennett Farms, both involving annexation and zoning recommendations. The commission will consider resolutions recommending approval of zoning and outline development plans for each property. The agenda also includes approval of the May 23, 2022 meeting minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on Case No. 22.16 - Kiowa Creek Preserve PD Zoning, Resolution No. 2022-11
• Public hearing on Case No. 22.18 - Bennett Farms PD Zoning, Resolution No. 2022-10
• Approval of May 23, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of zoning for the Kiowa Creek Preserve and Bennett Farms planned developments, including outline development plans. Both resolutions were approved with no opposition. The recommendations will go to the Town Board for final action.

• Recommended approval of Kiowa Creek Preserve PD zoning (Resolution 2022-11) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Bennett Farms PD zoning (Resolution 2022-10) (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 23, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Town Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on zoning code updates and a self-storage development plan. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic code adoption, municipal code amendments, and grant recommendations.

• Public hearing for Bennett Self Storage Final Development Plan in Bennett Crossing
• Public hearing for updates to Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code regarding zoning
• Second reading of the 2020 Model Traffic Code adoption
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 8 of the Bennett Municipal Code regarding parking and vehicles
• Review of RFP 22-007 for Trupp Park Phase 2 landscape and storm sewer improvements

The Board approved the Bennett Self Storage final development plan, updates to zoning and traffic codes, and grant allocations. It also authorized contracts for Trupp Park improvements and entered executive session on the Copeland Acquisition.

• Approved Bennett Self Storage FDP at 1082 Cedar St (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 742-22 amending zoning code (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 740-22 adopting 2020 Model Traffic Code (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 743-22 amending parking/vehicle code (5-0)
• Approved Bennett Gives Back grant allocations (5-0)
• Authorized Aardvark Excavating contract up to $105,457 for Trupp Park storm sewer (5-0)
• Approved BrightView Landscaping bid up to $101,000 for Trupp Park (5-0)
• Entered executive session on Copeland Acquisition (5-0)

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees will hear an update from the Capital Projects Department and consider approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) for the Bennett-State Highway 79 Access Control Plan. The board is also scheduled to vote on Resolution No. 919-22, which would authorize the agreement.

• Capital Projects Department update from Director Daymon Johnson
• Resolution No. 919-22 approving IGA with CDOT for Bennett-State Highway 79 Access Control Plan

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review proposed updates to telecommunications regulations in Chapter 16 of the Municipal Code. The session also includes discussions on amendments to Chapter 8 and best practices for board meeting minutes.

• Update of Telecommunications Regulations in Chapter 16
• Proposed Amendments to Chapter 8 of the Bennett Municipal Code
• Review of Board Meeting Summary Minutes vs Action Minutes best practices

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on QuikTrip Corporation's application for a new fermented malt beverage license. The board will also review the 2022 first quarter finance report, consider an ordinance amending building permit exemptions, and discuss a contract for the Kiowa Bennett Concrete Trail Extension. An intergovernmental agreement with Arapahoe County regarding opioid abatement is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on QuikTrip Corporation's new fermented malt beverage license application
• 2022 First Quarter Finance Report
• Ordinance No. 741-22 amending Chapter 18 of the Bennett Municipal Code regarding exemptions from building permits
• RFP 22-005 for Kiowa Bennett Concrete Trail Extension
• Arapahoe County Intergovernmental Agreement on Opioid Abatement

The Board unanimously approved a fermented malt beverage license for QuikTrip #4216 at 1190 South First Street, a $231,435.81 contract with Kuhn Construction Inc. for the Kiowa Bennett Concrete Trail Extension, and Ordinance No. 741-22 amending building permit exemptions. The Board also approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County for opioid abatement (6-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Harrell dissenting). No action was taken on the 2022 First Quarter Finance Report, which was presented for information only.

• Approved fermented malt beverage license for QuikTrip #4216 (unanimous)
• Approved $231,435.81 contract with Kuhn Construction Inc. for Kiowa Bennett Concrete Trail Extension (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 741-22 amending building permit exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved Arapahoe County IGA for opioid abatement (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including May 10 minutes and switch to action minutes (unanimous)
• Held executive session on Copeland Acquisition and fire department agreement (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding recommended amendments to Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code. The meeting also includes a discussion on a sketch plan for Muegge Farms Planning Area 1 and an update to telecommunications regulations.

• Public Hearing: Recommended updates to Chapter 16, Articles 1 and 2 of the Bennett Municipal Code
• Case No. 22.14: Muegge Farms Planning Area 1 (PA-1) Sketch Plan review
• Update of telecommunications regulations in Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code
• Approval of March 21, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes

The Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 16 of the Municipal Code, which updates general provisions and zoning, including adding a new R-1A Alternate Low Density Residential District. The public hearing was held with no public comments. No action was taken on the Muegge Farms sketch plan or telecommunications regulation updates, which were presented for discussion only.

• Recommended approval of zoning code update (Resolution 2022-09) (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the service plan for Bennett North Metropolitan Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4. The meeting also includes discussions regarding substantial compliance resolutions for Kiowa Creek and Bennett Farms annexations.

• Public hearing for Bennett North Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4 service plan
• Substantial compliance resolution and public hearing setting for Kiowa Creek Annexation Nos. 1-3
• Substantial compliance resolution and public hearing setting for Bennett Farms Annexation
• First reading of Ordinance No. 740-22 to adopt the 202 .Model Traffic Code
• Discussion regarding CDOT guests and traffic operations

Board of Trustees - Study Session

This study session includes reviews of first quarter reports from the Arapahoe and Adams County Sheriffs' offices. The Board will also discuss recommended updates to Chapter 16, Articles 1 and 2 of the Bennett Municipal Code.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's First Quarter Report 2022
• Adams County Sheriff's First Quarter Report 2022
• Municipal Court Department Update
• Community Services Department Update
• Recommended updates to Chapter 16, Articles 1 and 2 of the Bennett Municipal Code

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees is reviewing a Memorandum of Understanding with CDOT for a truck parking project. The board will also consider a Request for Proposal regarding the Recycled Water Pump and Treatment Station Project.

• CDOT Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Truck Parking 3P Project
• Request for Proposal (RFP) 22-04 for Recycled Water Pump and Treatment Station Project
• Resolution No. 914-22 regarding Arapahoe County Open Space tax shareback funds
• Adams County Mayor and Commissioners Youth Award nominees

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to receive updates from the Communications/IT, Community Development, and Public Works departments. The board will also consider Resolution No. 914-22, which would approve the 2022 Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County for Open Space Sales and Use Tax Shareback Funds.

• Resolution No. 914-22: Approving 2022 IGA for Arapahoe County Open Space Sales and Use Tax Shareback Funds
• Communications and IT Department update presented by Alison Belcher and Adam Meis
• Community Development Department update presented by Sara Aragon
• Public Works Department update presented by Robin Price

Bennett Business Advisory Committee

The Bennett Business Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a presentation from the Economic Development Council of Colorado, review the town's economic development progress report, and discuss results from the 2021 town survey. The meeting also includes time for partnership input and feedback from committee members.

• Presentation by Kim Woodworth, Executive Director of the Economic Development Council of Colorado
• Town of Bennett Economic Development Progress Report presented by Steve Hebert and Lynette White
• Town of Bennett 2021 Survey Results presented by Lynette White
• Partnership, Input & Feedback discussion led by Lynette White

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding a budget amendment for various funds and the final plat for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths for new trustees, town officials, and planning commissioners.

• Public hearing for 2022 Town of Bennett Budget Amendment (Resolution No. 913-22)
• Amendment to the Town's Dynamic Braking Device Ordinance (Ordinance No. 737-22)
• Oath of Office for new Trustees Kevin A. Barden, Steve Dambroski, and Darvin M. Harrell
• Public hearing for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5 Final Plat (Resolution No. 912-22)
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement for Bennett Ranch Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Upgrades (Resolution No. 911-22)

Town Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation and zoning of the Mundell Property, known as Bennett North. The meeting also includes discussions on subdivision agreements and building department service contracts.

• Public hearing for Bennett North (Mundell Property) annexation and agreement
• Public hearing for Bennett North (Mundell Property) rezoning via Ordinance No. 740-22
• Approval of Brunner Subdivision Agreement (Resolution No. 909-22)
• Approval of Building Department Services contract with Charles Abbott Associates, Inc.
• Adams County Homelessness Services Memorandum of Understanding

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with Adams County regarding homelessness services. The agenda includes a staff report and the MOU text for review. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion of Adams County Homelessness Services Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Staff report by Town Safety Officer Gerilynn Scheidt
• Attachments include MOU, Mapping Homelessness to Housing flier, and Community Safety & Well-Being flier

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding Case No. 22.10 to consider Resolution No. BOA 2022-01. This item involves a variance request for the property located at 1160 Antelope Drive West.

• Public Hearing for Case No. 22.10 (1160 Antelope Drive West Variance)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the final plat for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5, a subdivision, and consider a resolution recommending approval. The agenda also includes approval of the February 28, 2022 meeting minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on Case No. 21.24 - Bennett Crossing Filing No. 5 Final Plat
• Resolution No. 2022-08 recommending approval of the final plat
• Approval of February 28, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review updates from the Communications and IT Department. The session also includes a presentation of the 2021 Fourth Quarter Finance Report.

• Communications and IT Department Update
• Review of Town of Bennett Communications Plan
• 2021 Fourth Quarter Finance Report

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on two amendments to the Bennett Crossing development: a final plat amendment (Case 21.42) and an outline development plan amendment (Case 22.03). They will also consider amending the town's dynamic braking device (jake brake) ordinance and a staff appreciation proclamation. The consent agenda includes approval of the February 22, 2022 meeting minutes and a utility easement for CORE Electric Cooperative.

• Public hearing on Bennett Crossing Filing No. 3, Amendment No. 1 final plat (Resolution 906-22)
• Public hearing on Bennett Crossing Outline Development Plan, Amendment No. 1 (Ordinance 738-22)
• Ordinance 737-22 amending Chapter 10 on dynamic braking devices
• Consent agenda: February 22, 2022 minutes and CORE Electric Cooperative utility easement
• Staff Appreciation Proclamation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three land use cases. These include amendments to the Bennett Crossing final plat and outline development plan, as well as initial zoning for the Bennett North Mundell Property.

• Public hearing for Bennett Crossing Filing No. 3, Amendment No. 1 Final Plat (Resolution No. 2022-05)
• Public hearing for Bennett Crossing Outline Development Plan (ODP), Amendment No. 1 (Resolution No. 2022-07)
• Public hearing for Bennett North (Mundell Property) initial zoning (Resolution No. 2022-06)

Board of Trustees - Town Board Retreat

The Board of Trustees met for a retreat to review the 2021 year and discuss 2022 priorities. The agenda included discussions on economic development recruitment, facilities rental/sales, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Bennett Recreation District.

• Review of 2021 recap
• Discussion of 2022 priorities
• Economic Development Recruitment discussion
• Facilities Rental/Sales discussion
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Bennett Recreation District

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Board of Trustees is holding a study session to receive updates from the Planning and Economic Development Department, including a survey matrix report and a presentation from The Retail Coach on 2021 retail recruitment efforts. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.

• Planning and Economic Development Department update
• Survey Matrix Report
• PowerPoint presentation on economic development progress
• The Retail Coach 2021 report

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution approving the final plat for Bennett Ranch Filing No. 2, a residential development. The board will also discuss awarding a contract for fishing improvements at Bennett Regional Park and Open Space Lower Pond, and consider a change order for the Lafever Building Systems project. The meeting includes consent agenda approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 905-22 for Bennett Ranch Filing No. 2 Final Plat
• RFP 22-002 for Bennett Regional Park and Open Space Lower Pond Fishing Improvements
• Change Order PW-007 for Lafever Building Systems
• Approval of February 8, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on items not scheduled for public hearing

Town Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings to approve final plats for the Brunner Subdivision and Bennett Avenue Townhomes. The board will also vote to cancel the April 5, 2022 election and declare the three nominated candidates elected. Additionally, the board will consider a second amendment to the Bennett Community Food Bank lease and review bids for the construction of Laramie-Fox Hills Aquifer Well LFH-14.

• Public Hearing: Approval of Final Plat for Brunner Subdivision (Case 21.15)
• Public Hearing: Approval of Final Plat for Bennett Avenue Townhomes (Case 21.21)
• Ordinance 736-22: Second Amendment to Bennett Community Food Bank Lease Agreement
• Resolution 904-22: Cancel April 5, 2022 Election and declare candidates Kevin Barden, Steve Dambroski, and Darvin Harrell elected
• RFP 22-001: Review of bids for construction of Bennett Laramie-Fox Hills Aquifer Well LFH-14

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss two items: an update from the Town Attorney and a proposal for a Building Fee Reduction Month. The board is not voting on these items at this session, but rather gathering information for future decisions.

• Town Attorney Department Update from Melinda Culley
• Building Fee Reduction Month proposal by Steve King
• Staff report on reduced permitting fees
• Reference to Dacono's 'Almost Free Building Permit' Month marketing material

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on the Ziggi's Coffee final development plan and an ordinance amending Chapter 16 of the municipal code regarding fair contributions for public school sites. They will also consider action items including a third amendment to a tax rebate agreement with Bennett Lodging, Ltd., adoption of an updated Three-Mile Plan, a substantial compliance resolution for the Bennett North annexation, a request for proposals for the Waste Reclamation & Resource Recovery Facility expansion, and fees for legal services.

• Public hearing on Ziggi's Coffee Final Development Plan (Resolution No. 899-22)
• Ordinance No. 735-22 amending Chapter 16 for fair contributions for public school sites
• Ordinance No. 734-22 approving third amendment to Public Improvements Reimbursement and Tax Rebate Agreement with Bennett Lodging, Ltd.
• Resolution No. 901-22 adopting updated Three-Mile Plan
• Resolution No. 900-22 finding substantial compliance for Bennett North annexation and setting public hearing

Board of Trustees - Study Session

The Bennett Board of Trustees study session will receive fourth-quarter 2021 reports from the Arapahoe and Adams County Sheriff's offices, along with updates on the Community Services Officer program and the Municipal Court. The meeting is informational, with no action items listed.

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Fourth Quarter Report 2021
• Adams County Sheriff's Fourth Quarter Report 2021 and 2021 Annual Report
• Community Services Officer Progress Report
• Municipal Court Department Update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Bennett Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three subdivision final plats (Brunner Subdivision, 300 Bennett Avenue Townhome Subdivision, and Bennett Ranch Filing No. 2) and consider a resolution recommending approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 16 of the municipal code regarding fair contributions for public school sites. The commission will also take public comments on items not on the agenda and hear commissioner reports.

• Public hearing on Brunner Subdivision Final Plat (Case No. 21.15) with Resolution No. 2022-01 recommending approval
• Public hearing on 300 Bennett Avenue Townhome Subdivision Final Plat (Case No. 21.21) with Resolution No. 2022-02 recommending approval
• Public hearing on Bennett Ranch Filing No. 2 Final Plat (Case No. 21.26) with Resolution No. 2022-03 recommending approval
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 735-22 amending Chapter 16 of the Bennett Municipal Code concerning fair contributions for public school sites, with Resolution No. 2022-04 recommending approval

Town Board of Trustees

The Bennett Town Board of Trustees will consider approving an intergovernmental agreement with the school district regarding land dedications or payments in lieu for school purposes, and will also consider appointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The board will hold an executive session to discuss negotiations for a third amendment to a tax rebate agreement with Bennett Lodging, Ltd. (Comfort Inn), followed by a vote on that amendment. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and a town administrator report.

• Resolution No. 898-22: Approving IGA for land dedications or payments in lieu for school purposes
• Planning and Zoning Commission appointments: James Grider Lee, Wayne Clark, Scott Smith
• Ordinance No. 734-22: Third amendment to Public Improvements Reimbursement and Tax Rebate Agreement with Bennett Lodging, Ltd.
• Executive session on negotiations for the Bennett Lodging agreement
• Consent agenda: approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes