Thornton public meetings in 2024

12/18/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will consider a joint stipulation and recommendations to suspend the liquor license for Anoob, Inc. and 7‑Eleven Store 39296D located at 8820 Colorado Boulevard. It will also review findings and decide whether to approve or deny a transfer of ownership application for a retail liquor store license submitted by Total Investors LLC DBA Denver Liquor Outlet at 900 E. 104th Avenue. Additional agenda items include approval of the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes, a presentation to City Council, and training on change‑of‑location applications.

• Consideration of joint stipulation and recommendations regarding suspension of license for Anoob, Inc. and 7‑Eleven Store 39296D, 8820 Colorado Blvd
• Consideration of findings, conclusion and order to approve or deny transfer of ownership for retail liquor store license for Total Investors LLC DBA Denver Liquor Outlet, 900 E. 104th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 regular meeting
• Local Licensing Authority presentation to City Council
• Training on change of location applications

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority approved a joint stipulation suspending the fermented malt beverage and wine license of Anoob, Inc. and 7-Eleven Inc. DBA 7-Eleven Store 39296D at 8820 Colorado Boulevard for 14 days, with 12 days held in abeyance for one year, requiring liquor training and no further violations. The Authority also approved the transfer of a retail liquor store license to Total Investors LLC DBA Denver Liquor Outlet at 900 E. 104th Avenue. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 14-day suspension of 7-Eleven Store 39296D liquor license, 12 days held in abeyance for one year (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of retail liquor store license to Total Investors LLC DBA Denver Liquor Outlet (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including November 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

12/16/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission will discuss the Parks, Recreation & Community Programs Comprehensive Plan. The body will review 2025 Capital Improvement Plan projects and nominate a representative for the Thornton Advisory Group.

• 2025 CIP reviews for Cherrywood Park, Margaret Carpenter Park, Aylor Open Space, and Sky Lake Ranch Open Lands
• Interview of Ward 2 Candidate Dwayne E. Kajifosz
• ADCO Fall grant awards totaling $2,852,737
• Grange Hall Trail underpass grant of $2,498,330
• Pickleball and In-Line Hockey grant of $329,407

12/9/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board will hear a new Arts and Culture Coordinator introduction, updates on the Fire Museum and public art, and then discuss 2026 project proposals. The meeting also includes audience comments, subcommittee updates, and staff announcements about upcoming departmental meetings and planning timelines.

• New Arts and Culture Coordinator introduction – Kassandra Mestemaker
• Fire Museum update – Stephanie Harpring, Thornton Deputy Chief/Fire Marshal
• Public Art update – Erica Schmitt, Public Art Coordinator
• Discussion of 2026 Project Proposals by TASHCO board members
• Subcommittee updates (Dia de Los Muertos, Carousel Day, Dino Day, Juneteenth, Pride)

11/20/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will review a transfer of ownership application for a liquor store at 900 E. 104th Avenue. The meeting includes a public hearing on the application and a consent agenda item to approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Consideration of a Transfer of Ownership Application for a Retail Liquor Store License
• Public Hearing: Denver Liquor Outlet at 900 E. 104th Avenue
• Approval of Minutes – October 16, 2024 Regular Meeting
• Training on Modification of Premises Applications

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority held a public hearing on the transfer of a retail liquor store license to Total Investors LLC DBA Denver Liquor Outlet at 900 E. 104th Avenue. The Authority voted 6-1 to direct the City Attorney's Office to prepare written findings of fact and conclusions of law based on the evidence, to be presented at a subsequent meeting. No other substantive business was conducted; the agenda, consent agenda, and meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 16, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare written findings for Denver Liquor Outlet license transfer (6-1, Lopez opposed)
• Admitted City Exhibits 1-4 and Parties in Interest Exhibits P1-1 through P1-3 into evidence

11/18/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board will hold a regular meeting to review several agenda items. Presentations will include a board interview for a Ward 3 applicant, a carousel horse removal and land acknowledgement, and an update on public art. Discussion items cover meeting norms, the TASHCO 2025 budget, and an update on SCFD grants and project proposals. Subcommittee updates will review the Dia de Los Muertos 2024 debrief, Pride 2025 planning, and communications and development activities.

• Board Interview Ward 3 Applicant – Sonary Terry Im
• Carousel Horse Removal and Land Acknowledgement – Doug Romig
• Public Art Update – Erica Schmitt
• TASHCO 2025 Budget – Alisa Zimmerman
• SCFD Grants Update and Project Proposals – Alisa Zimmerman

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council board approved implementing meeting norms (6-1) and created a new subcommittee to organize a science event (6-1). The board also discussed the city's plan to auction a carousel horse with a controversial Indian head design, with no formal action taken. A motion to nominate a science subcommittee chair was withdrawn, and the board tabled discussion on specific norms.

• Approved implementing meeting norms for TASHCO meetings (6-1)
• Created a new subcommittee to organize a science event (6-1)
• Withdrew motion to nominate Sheena Skinner as science subcommittee chair
• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved October minutes unanimously
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

11/13/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission will review changes to its bylaws and discuss the BIG grant, including a reconsideration and document review. The meeting also includes an update on ADCO Earth Day.

• Changes to Bylaws
• BIG Grant Reconsideration
• BIG Documents Review & Discussion
• ADCO Earth Day

10/21/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission will vote to approve Chapter 46 code updates and approve the 2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. The meeting also includes a discussion on the new City Manager and updates on various park construction and grant projects.

• Vote to approve Chapter 46 Code updates
• Approval of 2025 CIP Budget
• City Manager recruitment update
• Grange Creek Trail Pedestrian Underpass grant: $2,498,686
• Big Dry Creek Open Space Trailhead grant: $2,312,800

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes or final decisions. Members discussed proposed revisions to Code 46 (park rules), including adding definitions, clarifying permit requirements for commercial activities, and debating E-bike use on soft trails. The commission also received updates on the Aylor project (asbestos found, budget concerns), the 2025 CIP budget (scaled back due to staff workload and debt service), and a new city manager. No action items were approved; a virtual vote on trail language was deferred.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved 8/19/24 minutes as amended
• Discussed Code 46 revisions (no vote taken)
• Discussed E-bike policy on soft trails (no decision)
• Deferred virtual vote on trail language
• Noted 2025 CIP budget scaled back

10/16/24 Thornton Active Adult Board

The Thornton Active Adult Board discussed several program updates, including keeping lunch prices unchanged while increasing service capacity to 120 lunches per day. They noted the successful ribbon‑cutting of the new Sensory Nature space with about 50 attendees. The board plans to be added to the city council look‑ahead meeting in February and is seeking participants for the Senior Law Day planning committee. A review of the 2026 Master Plan was also mentioned.

• Lunch program fees for 2025 will stay the same; service to expand to 120 lunches per day
• Ribbon‑cutting of the new Sensory Nature space attended by approximately 50 people
• Board to be added to the council look‑ahead meeting in February
• Senior Law Day in Adams and Broomfield counties seeking new planning‑committee members
• 2026 Master Plan will be reviewed with board participation

10/16/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider an entertainment liquor license application submitted by Snobahn Thornton, LLC (DBA Snobahn) for the premises at 14200 Lincoln Street. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes and admitting license applications and related documents into evidence.

• Public hearing on entertainment liquor license application (EN-0001 30680) for Snobahn Thornton, LLC at 14200 Lincoln Street
• Approval of minutes from the September 18, 2024 regular meeting (140-BC)
• Motion to admit license applications and the City Clerk's communication documents into evidence

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority unanimously approved a new entertainment liquor license for Snobahn Thornton, LLC, doing business as Snobahn, at 14200 Lincoln Street. The decision followed a public hearing where the applicant presented petitions from 60 of 65 residents and 56 of 57 businesses in the area. The authority found the neighborhood's needs were not currently satisfied and that residents desired the license.

• Approved new entertainment liquor license for Snobahn Thornton, LLC DBA Snobahn, 14200 Lincoln Street (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Admitted license applications and City Clerk's communication documents into evidence (unanimous)
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes of September 18, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

10/14/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The board will interview Andrea Lucero for a Ward 2 position and receive updates on public art projects. Members will discuss the 2025 SCFD Grant Award Letter and a photo release for city events. The council will also review updates for Dia de Los Muertos 2024 and Pride 2025.

• Board interview for Ward 2 applicant Andrea Lucero
• Public Art Project Council recommendations and updates
• SCFD 2025 Grant Award Letter discussion
• Dia de Los Muertos 2024 and Pride 2025 subcommittee updates
• Proposed rescheduling of November 11 meeting to November 18

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council (TASHCO) unanimously recommended Andrea Lucero for appointment to the Ward 2 vacancy and approved recommending the 'Resilience in Bloom' sculpture for Pecos Park. The board also set the next Pride event for June 21, 2025, and moved the November meeting to November 18. All motions passed unanimously.

• Recommended Andrea Lucero for Ward 2 vacancy (unanimous)
• Recommended 'Resilience in Bloom' sculpture for Pecos Park (unanimous)
• Recommended June 21, 2025 for Pride event at TACC and Lu Murray Park (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2024 as next monthly meeting date (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes (unanimous)

10/9/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The Thornton Advisory Commission will meet to review the membership requirements for its appointees, including residency and business type qualifications. The agenda also includes a review of the 2025 events schedule and an outreach overview.

• Review of membership requirements for appointees
• Review of 2025 events and schedule
• Outreach overview presentation
• Member updates
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 13

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission reviewed and revised its membership qualifications, deciding to retain the majority residency requirement (defined as over 50%), business ownership/management requirement, ward representation, large business representation, and local business ownership. The commission struck the redundant geographic clause, the public/national business ownership requirement, and NAICS code specifications, adding a maximum of three representatives per industry. The meeting also included updates on the Shop Thornton for the Holidays outreach and city developments.

• Retained majority residency requirement, defined as over 50%
• Retained business ownership or management requirement
• Struck redundant ward representation clause
• Removed NAICS code specifications for business types
• Added maximum of three representatives per industry
• Retained large business representation (100+ employees)
• Retained local business ownership requirement
• Struck public/national business ownership requirement

10/1/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of a Conceptual Site Plan (CSP) for a new church on approximately 9 acres at the southwest corner of East 144th Avenue and Detroit Street. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Recommended approval of Conceptual Site Plan PLCSP202302119 for a church at 144th & Detroit to City Council
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously

9/18/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will consider a request from Kum & Go LC DBA Maverik to change, alter, or modify the premises of its fermented malt beverage and wine license at 237 E. 120th Avenue. The board will also review a verified complaint and possible public hearing setting for ANOOB Inc and 7‑Eleven at 8820 Colorado Boulevard. Minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Consideration of Kum & Go LC DBA Maverik license premises modification request (BE-0065 30326)
• Review of verified complaint and possible public hearing for ANOOB Inc/7‑Eleven at 8820 Colorado Blvd (BE-0048-1 27459)
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024 regular meeting (140-BC)

The Local Licensing Authority approved its consent agenda, including the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes, and amended the agenda to add an executive session on liquor license transfers. All votes were unanimous. No substantive licensing decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended, adding executive session on liquor license transfers (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 21, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Admitted license applications and city clerk communication documents into evidence (unanimous)

9/17/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission unanimously approved a zoning amendment and a conceptual site plan for a commercial development at 16059 Grant Street, known as Larkridge F2 A10 L1 (K1 Speed). Both resolutions passed 8-0 after a public hearing that included support from a resident. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also covered routine agenda and minutes approval.

• Approved zoning amendment PLZ202400372 for ~5 acres at 16059 Grant Street (8-0)
• Approved conceptual site plan PLCSP202400371 for ~3.7 acres at 16059 Grant Street (8-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

9/11/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission approved the August 2024 minutes and agenda. The commission approved a $20,000 grant to The Paleteria. New commission members were introduced during the meeting.

• Approval of $20,000 grant to The Paleteria
• Approval of August 2024 minutes
• Approval of August 2024 agenda
• New member introductions

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission met on September 11, 2024, and unanimously approved the September agenda and August minutes. The meeting included a presentation on food truck code changes, updates on marketing and events, and member business updates. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the routine approvals.

• Approved September 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 minutes (unanimous)

9/9/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to interview Dariush Namazi for a Ward 2 position. The council will also discuss a draft resolution for National Arts and Humanities Month and receive a public art project update.

• Board interview for Ward 2 applicant Dariush Namazi
• Draft resolution for National Arts and Humanities Month
• Public Art Project update
• Quarterly budget report
• Updates on Day of the Dead/Dia de Los Muertos

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council (TASHCO) board voted not to recommend Dariush Namazi for the Ward 2 vacancy, with one abstention. The board also approved the agenda and August minutes, nominated new subcommittee chairs, and discussed upcoming events and projects.

• Approved agenda with amendment to add unfinished business item (unanimous)
• Approved August minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to not recommend Dariush Namazi for Ward 2 vacancy passed with one abstention
• Nominated Stacey Flint as Communications and Development chair (unanimous)
• Nominated Sheena Skinner as Communications and Development vice chair (unanimous)

8/21/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will review applications for new and modified liquor licenses. The body will also discuss attendance procedures and undue concentration.

• Premises modification for Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License at 237 E. 120th Avenue (Kum & Go LC DBA Maverik 5327)
• New Beer and Wine Liquor License application for 12061 Pennsylvania Street, Suite A101 & A102 (Optimum Golf, LLC DBA Optimum Golf)
• New Retail Liquor Store License application for 160 W. 84th Avenue (Liquor Mart Corp. DBA Liquor Mart)

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority unanimously approved two new liquor license applications: a beer and wine license for Optimum Golf, LLC at 12061 Pennsylvania Street, and a retail liquor store license for Liquor Mart Corp. at 160 W. 84th Avenue. Both applications were supported by resident and business petitions. The authority also discussed undue concentration and attendance procedures, agreeing to excuse absences with prior notice.

• Approved beer and wine license for Optimum Golf, LLC DBA Optimum Golf, 12061 Pennsylvania Street, Suite 4101 & A102 (unanimous)
• Approved retail liquor store license for Liquor Mart Corp. DBA Liquor Mart, 160 W. 84th Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to excuse absences if notice is given before the meeting, without requiring a reason

8/20/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission approved three items unanimously (7-0): a conceptual site plan for a commercial development at 13520 Grant Street, a specific use permit for Fire Station 8 near East 152nd Avenue and Monaco Street, and annexation/zoning for land along East 88th Avenue between York Street and Welby Road/Steele Street. All motions passed without opposition. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved conceptual site plan for commercial development at 13520 Grant Street (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit for Fire Station 8 north of East 152nd Avenue and west of Monaco Street (7-0)
• Approved annexation of 2.162 acres along East 88th Avenue ROW between York Street and Welby Road/Steele Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning amendment associated with the 88th Avenue and York Street annexation (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

8/19/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission Meeting

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission will discuss a new member appointment, an overview of the Thornton Historic Preservation Plan, updates on the 2024 budget and 2025 Capital Improvement Program project reviews, and the city manager recruitment. Staff will present updates on major park projects and report recent grant awards, including a $1,744,521 community‑center design grant and a $2,000,005 inclusive playground design and installation grant. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Welcome new commission member Bryan Ruiz.
• Presentation of Thornton Historic Preservation Plan by Senior Planner Kyle Kearns.
• Update on 2024 budget and 2025 Capital Improvement Program project reviews.
• Grant awards: Community Center Design $1,744,521; Inclusive Playground Design/Install $2,000,005; Mini Grant for Electrified Handheld Power Equipment $25,000.
• Staff updates on major park projects: Ice Arena, Action Sports Complex, Tournament Baseball Complex, Lambertson Farms.

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission reviewed the draft Historic Preservation Plan (HPP) on August 19, 2024. The plan outlines goals and recommendations for establishing a historic preservation program, including surveying historic resources, expanding the preservation ordinance, and potentially creating a Historic Preservation Commission. No formal decisions were made; the item was presented for discussion and input.

• Reviewed draft Historic Preservation Plan (no vote)
• Discussed potential creation of Historic Preservation Commission (no action)
• Noted recommendation to seek Certified Local Government status (no action)

8/14/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission will review a grant application for The Paleteria. The commission will also discuss and recommend edits to its membership requirements, including residency, business type, and size criteria. The meeting includes routine approvals of the August agenda and June minutes, and a new‑member welcome reception.

• Grant review for The Paleteria
• Discussion of BTAC membership requirements and proposed edits
• Approval of August 2024 agenda
• Approval of June 2024 minutes
• New member welcome reception

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission met on August 14, 2024, and approved a $20,000 grant to The Paleteria. The commission also unanimously approved the August 2024 agenda and the June 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $20,000 grant to The Paleteria (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2024 minutes (unanimous)

8/12/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will receive presentations on the Thornton Historic Preservation Plan and public art projects. The body will also discuss meeting norms and upcoming council recognition for Mary Payne.

• Presentation on Thornton Historic Preservation Plan by Senior Planner Kyle Kearns
• Public Art Project update from Erica Schmitt
• Discussion of 8/30 Mary Payne Council Recognition
• Update on Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos from President Beckie Bean and staff
• Arts Thornton Social Media Campaign staff comments

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council (TASHCO) board approved the agenda as amended, approved June and July minutes with an amendment, and unanimously appointed Gabriel Cervantes as chair and Lauren Turner as vice chair of the Day of the Dead/Dia de Los Muertos subcommittee. The board also heard presentations on event support, onboarding processes, the Historic Preservation Plan, and public art projects, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved June and July minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Gabriel Cervantes as Day of the Dead subcommittee chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Lauren Turner as Day of the Dead subcommittee vice chair (unanimous)

7/17/24 Thornton Active Adult Board Meeting

The Thornton Active Adult Board will vote to select a new Vice Chair and discuss updates on the lunch program fees. The meeting also includes presentations from local volunteers and a housing needs assessment.

• Vote to select new Vice Chair
• Presentation on Housing Needs Assessment
• Update on Lunch Program Fees
• Presentation by Wish Of A Lifetime Field Volunteer
• Presentation by Adams and Broomfield Counties Senior Law Day

The board unanimously elected a new Vice Chair and approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The board also received presentations on senior services and a housing needs assessment.

• Elected Ann Brothers as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

7/17/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will discuss requests to change fermented malt beverage and wine licenses for three existing stores. It will also consider a transfer of ownership for a hotel and restaurant license. Additionally, the board will review new liquor license applications for a restaurant and a retail liquor store.

• Change to fermented malt beverage and wine license for Kum & Go LC DBA Maverik, 5327, 237 E. 120th Avenue (BE-0065 30326)
• Change to fermented malt beverage and wine license for Circle K Stores, Inc. DBA Circle K Store #2709850, 12801 Washington Street (BE-0045 26292)
• Change to fermented malt beverage and wine license for CST Metro, LLC DBA Circle K #2744144, 8801 Washington Street (BE-0024 25146)
• Transfer of ownership for Hotel and Restaurant License for 2252 Res Inc. DBA Tikka & Wings, 2252 Lake Avenue (HR-0031-1 30674)
• New retail liquor store license for 12720 Liquor Inc. DBA Booze Barn Wine & Spirits, 12720 Colorado Boulevard, Unit B (RE-0037 30676)

The Local Licensing Authority approved two new liquor licenses for a restaurant and a retail store. The board also approved a transfer of ownership and two modifications to existing licenses.

• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Tlahuicas Mexican Restaurant (6-1)
• Approved new Retail Liquor Store License for Booze Barn Wine & Spirits (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Hotel and Restaurant License to 2252 Res Inc. DBA Tikka & Wings (Unanimous)
• Approved license modification for Circle K Store #27 09850 (Unanimous)
• Approved license modification for CST Metro, LLC DBA Circle K #2744144 (Unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

7/16/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission approved three resolutions at its July 16, 2024 meeting: a Conceptual Site Plan for a commercial development at 13520 Grant Street, a Specific Use Permit for Fire Station 8 north of East 152nd Avenue, and an annexation and zoning amendment for property along the East 88th Avenue right-of-way. All three motions passed 7-0. Public hearings drew resident comments on traffic, drainage, safety, and notification concerns, but no substantive changes to the proposals were recorded.

• Approved Conceptual Site Plan for commercial development on ~5.5 acres at 13520 Grant Street (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Fire Station 8 north of East 152nd Avenue and west of Monaco Street (7-0)
• Approved annexation of ~2.162 acres in the East 88th Avenue right-of-way between York Street and Welby Road/Steele Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning amendment associated with the 88th Avenue and York Street annexation (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously

7/8/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to hear presentations regarding public art tours, project updates, and staff recruitment. The meeting also includes subcommittee updates on Juneteenth and PRIDE events.

• Public Art Tour presentation by Alisa Zimmerman
• Public Art Project Update by Erica Schmitt
• Arts & Culture Supervisor Recruitment discussion
• Juneteenth subcommittee update
• PRIDE subcommittee update

The board approved the nomination of Brenda Wiegert for City of Thornton Employee of the Quarter. Members received updates on the Fire Museum renovation, the upcoming Public Art Tour, and after-action reports for Juneteenth and PRIDE events.

• Approved nomination of Brenda Wiegert as Employee of the Quarter (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on meeting norms to August meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 8:44 p.m. (Unanimous)

6/24/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss updates to the Parks & Open Space Master Plan and review 2024 budget projects. The agenda includes updates on large-scale developments including the Ice Arena, Action Sports Complex, and Lambertson Farms. Staff will also provide information regarding city manager recruitment and commissioner appointments.

• Adoption of scope for Parks & Open Space Master Plan
• 2024 budget and project updates
• Review of 2025 CIP project priorities
• Updates on the Ice Arena, Action Sports Complex, and Lambertson Farms projects

The Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission approved its agenda and the 4/15/24 minutes, then spent most of the meeting discussing a Parks & Open Space Master Plan update and a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update. Staff described the master plan as a 6-9 month process with a 20-year vision and a 2-5 year road map, and asked commissioners to send comments on the RFP by the end of the week. The commission also heard updates on city projects, including that the Grange Hall Creek Park trail underpass will be open for July 4th festivities and that the 2025 CIP will focus on existing projects rather than adding many new ones. No substantive motions beyond approving the agenda and prior minutes were recorded.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the 4/15/24 minutes
• No vote recorded on the Parks & Open Space Master Plan update; staff requested commissioner comments on the RFP by the end of the week
• No vote recorded on the CIP update; staff said the 2025 CIP will focus on existing projects

6/18/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission voted 8-0 to approve a resolution recommending acceptance of major changes to the city's zoning and land use standards, set out in two new proposed Chapter 18 articles: Article 3, Zoning Districts, and Article 4, Use Standards. The vote followed a public hearing that opened at 6:03 p.m. and closed to further testimony at 7:10 p.m., with commissioners asking staff about topics including special use permits for gas stations, liquor stores and car washes, drive-throughs, mixed-use districts, and the Thornton Shopping Center. The commission also approved the agenda and the previous meeting minutes unanimously. The resolution is a recommendation; the minutes do not record final adoption of the code changes.

• Approved resolution recommending acceptance of major changes to zoning and land use standards (Article 3, Zoning Districts; Article 4, Use Standards) (8-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously; Commissioners Tompkins, Thomas and Chair Sparks abstained as they were not in attendance

6/12/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission is interviewing several candidates for potential appointment to the commission. The meeting also includes grant reviews for Salt Wave, Mom’s House Preschool, and Scudder Press. All BIG funds have been officially allocated, and new applicants are being placed on a waitlist.

• Grant reviews for Salt Wave, Mom’s House Preschool, and Scudder Press
• Interviews for potential new commission members
• Discussion to recommend interviewees for appointment by Council
• Notice that all BIG funds are officially allocated

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission approved three separate $20,000 grants. The commission also selected six individuals to recommend to the Council for appointment as new members.

• Approved $20,000 grant for Salt Wave (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant for Mom’s House Preschool (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant for Scudder Press (Unanimous)
• Recommended Aaron Wall, David Marshall, Ulisses Andrade, Aryell Mattern, Pamela Cosgrove, and Silvia Cervantes for Council appointment

6/10/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board will review a recommendation for a pollinator project and discuss the Code of Conduct summary. Subcommittee updates for Juneteenth and PRIDE are also on the agenda. Staff will provide updates regarding the budget and a new website launch.

• Pollinator project recommendation
• Summary of Code of Conduct
• Juneteenth and PRIDE subcommittee updates
• Public art process and art tour update
• Budget and new website launch updates

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors voted unanimously to recommend that City Council approve two proposed Pollinator Phase 2 sculptures. The board also approved its agenda and the May minutes, and heard discussion items on board conduct rules, meeting protocol, and TASHCO membership packages. No other substantive decisions were recorded; remaining items were subcommittee, board, and staff updates.

• Recommended approval of two Pollinator Phase 2 sculptures to Council (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the May minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:27 p.m. (unanimous)

5/22/24 Special Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission held a presentation on New Development Code Articles 3 and 4 regarding zone districts and land use standards. Commissioners and staff discussed setbacks, high-density housing, walkability, and specific use permits. No substantive votes were taken on the code proposals.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

5/21/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission unanimously approved two resolutions regarding the 'Fire Station 8 Annexation.' The first resolution annexes approximately 26.6 acres of property into Ward 3. The second resolution amends the zoning for that same land to support the proposed fire station, parks maintenance facility, and school athletic fields.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PLAX202400315 Annexation resolution (5-0)
• Approved PLZ202400317 Zoning Amendment resolution (5-0)

5/15/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of April 17, 2024, minutes. No business items or public hearings are scheduled for this session. The agenda also includes a training session for the Local Licensing Authority.

• Approval of April 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Local Licensing Authority Training

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority held a regular meeting on May 15, 2024, and approved its agenda, admitted license applications and City Clerk communication documents into evidence, and approved the consent agenda including the April 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote. The minutes record no business items and no public hearings; the only other matter was training for the authority provided by staff. The meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as submitted (unanimous voice vote)
• Admitted license applications and City Clerk communication documents into evidence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved the consent agenda as submitted, including the April 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

5/13/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The TASHCO Board of Directors will conduct interviews for a Ward 1 board appointment. The meeting includes a review of the 2025 project proposals and a budget Q&A. Additionally, the board will hear subcommittee updates regarding Juneteenth and PRIDE.

• Interviews for Ward 1 board appointments
• Review of TASHCO budget and 2025 project proposals
• Summary of open meetings law and proposed bylaws changes
• Subcommittee updates for Juneteenth and PRIDE
• Discussion on Eventbrite procurement for events

The board approved the 2025 proposed draft budget to be forwarded to the budget office. The board also recommended the appointment of two new members to the council. Additionally, the board reviewed updates on several public art installations and upcoming community events.

• Approved 2025 proposed draft budget (passed with 2 abstentions)
• Recommended appointment of Sheena Skinner to TASHCO (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Gabriel Cervantes to TASHCO (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)

5/9/24 Election Commission Meeting

The commission will conduct interviews for applicants Scott Miller and Robert Moody. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Election Commission Bylaws and the approval of minutes from September 6, 2023.

• Interviews of applicants Scott Miller and Robert Moody
• Discussion regarding Election Commission Bylaws
• Approval of September 6, 2023 minutes

The Thornton Election Commission approved the minutes from its September 6, 2023 meeting. Following interviews, the Commission unanimously recommended that City Council reappoint Robert Moody and appoint Scott Miller to the Commission. The group also discussed potential Charter amendments and the Commission's bylaws, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved September 6, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended Robert Moody for reappointment to City Council (unanimous voice vote, Moody abstained)
• Recommended Scott Miller for appointment to City Council (unanimous voice vote)

5/8/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission will review grant applications for La Botana, Yonsei Sushi, and Holiday Inn. The meeting also includes discussions on the shopping cart code update and member composition.

• COT Shopping Cart Code Update
• Grant Review: La Botana
• Grant Review: Yonsei Sushi
• Grant Review: Holiday Inn
• BTAC new member update

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission approved three grants: $20,000 to La Botana, $19,103 to Yonsei Sushi, and $20,000 to Holiday Inn. All votes were unanimous. The commission also approved its May agenda with an amendment and approved the April 2024 summary notes. A review of BTAC composition requirements was moved to the June meeting.

• Approved May 2024 agenda with change: Item VII replaced by discussion on interview process; original Item VII moved to June (unanimous)
• Approved April 2024 summary notes (unanimous)
• Approved grant of $20,000 to La Botana (unanimous)
• Approved grant of $19,103 to Yonsei Sushi (unanimous)
• Approved grant of $20,000 to Holiday Inn (unanimous)
• Moved BTAC Composition Requirements Review to June meeting

4/30/24 Building Code Advisory Board Meeting

The Building Code Advisory Board will review the April 10, 2024, meeting minutes and approve the current agenda. The board will also conduct interviews regarding appointment and reappointment recommendations.

• BCAB Interviews and Appointment/Reappointment Recommendation

4/17/24 Thornton Active Adult Board

The board will review updates on the lunch program fees and various subcommittee presentations. Members will also receive updates regarding 55+ organizations and a bike and pedestrian planning study.

• Motion to transition Transportation and Affordable Housing subcommittees to working groups
• Presentation on Bike and Pedestrian planning Study
• Presentation on Drafted Amendments to TAAB Bylaws
• Update on Lunch Program Fees

The Thornton Active Adult Board unanimously approved transitioning its Transportation and Housing subcommittees into working groups. The board also unanimously approved the agenda and previous minutes. Staff reported that Council has a majority consensus on a lunch program fee increase for 2025, with a return to Council scheduled for May 14.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved transitioning Transportation and Housing subcommittees to working groups (unanimous)
• Noted resignation of board members Martin Wisniewski and Carol Norberg
• Discussed draft bylaw amendments; board requested keeping historical age requirements

4/17/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The authority will consider a tavern license ownership transfer and a new retail liquor store license application. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Local Licensing Authority Rules of Procedure.

• Transfer of ownership for Outlaw Wings at 5883 E. 128th Avenue
• New retail liquor store license application for King Sooper #116 at 13525 Quebec Street
• Discussion regarding Local Licensing Authority Rules of Procedure

The Local Licensing Authority approved a new liquor licensed drug store license for King Soopers #116. The board also approved a transfer of ownership for a tavern license at 5883 E. 128th Avenue.

• Approved liquor licensed drug store license for Dillon Companies, LLC DBA King Soopers #116 (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of ownership for tavern license to Outlaw Wings Inc. DBA Outlaw Wings (Unanimous)
• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

4/16/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission unanimously approved a Development Permit and Specific Use Permit for a drive-through restaurant near East 128th Avenue and Quebec Street. A proposed amendment to require outdoor seating was withdrawn after discussion. The Commission also discussed proposed amendments to its own Bylaws and recommended procedural changes for handling applicant qualifications.

• Approved Specific Use Permit resolution (7-0)
• Approved Development Permit resolution (7-0)
• Withdrawn motion to require outdoor seating as a condition
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended previous meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Recommended Bylaw amendments regarding applicant qualifications and ward representation

4/15/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss updates to City Boards & Commissions Bylaws and review upcoming capital improvement project plans. The meeting also includes updates on city rebranding, staff recruitment, and several large-scale park developments.

• Update on City Boards & Commissions Bylaws
• 2024 budget/projects and 2025 CIP project reviews
• Updates on Ice Arena, Action Sports Complex, Tournament Baseball Complex, and Lambertson Farms
• Scheduling a special meeting to interview applicants
• Niver Creek/Open Space Cleanup volunteer opportunity

The Commission reviewed proposed bylaws revisions regarding ward representation and appointment processes. Staff provided updates on several Capital Improvement Projects and large-scale city developments. No formal votes were taken on the proposed bylaws or project updates.

• Approved agenda
• Approved 2/12/24 minutes

4/10/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission will review grant applications for several local businesses and discuss a temporary signage code update. Members will also elect officers and determine the review process for applications recommended to Council.

• Review of grant applications for Air Squared, Pete’s Café, Gold Society, and El Fogon
• Discussion regarding Temporary Signage Code Update
• Election of Commission Officers
• Determination of applicant review process for Council recommendations

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission approved four grant applications for local businesses. The commission also elected new officers and forwarded 13 BTAC applications to the City Council for review.

• Approved $20,000 grant for Air Squared (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant for Pete’s Cafe (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,500 grant for Gold Society (Unanimous)
• Approved $14,085 grant for El Fogon (Unanimous)
• Elected Todd Waufle as Chairperson
• Elected Jessica Jessen as Vice-Chair
• Agreed to submit 13 BTAC applications to Council for review

4/10/24 Building Code Advisory Board Meeting

The Board will elect officers and review a resolution recognizing April O’Connell for 20 years of service. Members will also receive a presentation regarding proposed changes to the Board's bylaws.

• Election of Officers
• Resolution recognizing April O’Connell for 20 years of service
• Presentation on proposed changes to Board's bylaws

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 19, 2023. Members voted to reelect the current Chair and Vice Chair to additional terms. Deputy City Manager Joyce Hunt presented proposed amendments to the board bylaws.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 19, 2023 minutes
• Reelected Chair Kerry Babin
• Reelected Vice Chair John Bales

4/8/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council will review bylaw changes including a new Code of Conduct for city boards. The meeting also includes interviews for potential board members and updates on the 2025 budget draft.

• Review of Bylaw changes and Code of Conduct
• Board interviews for Lori Boxer, Stacey Gessert, and Christyle Russell
• Subcommittee updates for Easter Baskets, Juneteenth, and PRIDE
• Presentation of the 2025 TASHCO Budget Draft
• TPAC Community Survey update

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board unanimously recommended Stacey Gessert for appointment to the board and unanimously recommended the reappointment of Board Member Christyle Russell for a new four-year term. The Board also unanimously approved an amended agenda that included a discussion on proposed city bylaw changes regarding codes of conduct for city boards.

• Agenda amended to add Juneteenth discussion and Russell reappointment (Passed unanimously)
• March minutes approved (Passed unanimously)
• Stacey Gessert recommended for appointment to TASHCO (Passed unanimously)
• Christyle Russell recommended for reappointment for a new 4-year term (Passed unanimously)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. (Passed unanimously)

4/2/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved the agenda and the amended minutes from the previous meeting. The record ends before any decisions were made regarding the Snydal Subdivision public hearing.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved amended previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)

3/20/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will consider a tavern license ownership transfer and a new hotel and restaurant liquor license. The meeting includes a review of the February 21, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Transfer of Ownership Application for a Tavern License: Outlaw Wings Inc. DBA Outlaw Wings at 5883 E. 128th Avenue
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License Application: KHP Thornton LLC DBA KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot at 1251 E. 120th Avenue

The Local Licensing Authority granted a Hotel and Restaurant liquor license to KHP Thornton LLC for its business at 1251 E. 120th Avenue. The decision followed a public hearing where the authority found the application supported by neighborhood petitions.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant liquor license for KHP Thornton LLC DBA KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda removing Item 64 (Unanimous)

3/19/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission met to receive a presentation on the Transit Plan, including discussions on microtransit and flex rides. No substantive votes were taken on the plan as it was presented as an information item. The commission approved the meeting agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous; 2 abstentions)

3/13/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission will review several grant applications and receive staff updates regarding the City Manager position and 2023 graffiti budget. The meeting also includes nominations for upcoming April elections.

• Grant reviews for businesses including Mystic Mtn Distillery, A Cake Occasion, and Denver Premium Outlets
• Review of 2023 graffiti budget breakdown
• Nominations for April elections
• Member reappointment updates

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission approved grant funding for nine local businesses. The commission also established a new requirement that all future BIG grant applications must include a complete summary from the business to be reviewed.

• Approved $20,000 grant for Amplify Aesthetics (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,491 grant for Mystic Mountain Distillery (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,900 grant for Davi Nails (10-1)
• Approved $19,250 grant for Ping Guo (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant for Dance Space Performing Arts (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 grant for A Cake Occasion (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,994 grant for Thai Dentistry (Unanimous)
• Denied grant for Denver Premium Outlet (9-No, 2-Yes, 1-Recused)

3/11/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will conduct a regular meeting including the election of a President and Vice President. Discussion items include capacity survey results, Juneteenth, and volunteer information. Staff will provide updates on the 2023 Annual Report to Council, budget status, and an SCFD application.

• Election of President and Vice President
• 2023 Annual Report to Council
• CDOT funded city-wide bike and pedestrian trail study
• SCFD application
• Budget update

The board elected a new President and Vice President and approved the February meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming events including Pride, Juneteenth, and the Spring Basket Auction.

• Elected Beckie Bean as President (Unanimous)
• Elected Jessie Myers as Vice President (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved February minutes (Unanimous)

3/5/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Thornton Planning Commission met on March 5, 2025, and approved its agenda and previous meeting minutes unanimously. The main item was a presentation on the Historic Preservation Plan by Senior Planner Kyle Kearns; commissioners asked questions about funding, community support, and effects on areas like original Thornton, but no decision or recommendation was made. Staff also noted upcoming items, including a Transit Study information item on March 19, 2024, and two public hearings plus a Development Code educational session on April 2, 2024. The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No vote taken on the Historic Preservation Plan; presentation and discussion only

2/21/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will consider a transfer of ownership for a hotel and restaurant license. The meeting also includes an organizational session to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson.

• Transfer of ownership application for Panda Garden, Inc. at 9682 Washington Street
• Approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Local Licensing Authority approved a transfer of ownership for a hotel and restaurant license for Panda Garden. During a subsequent organizational meeting, the board elected a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.

• Approved hotel and restaurant license transfer for Panda Garden, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Elected Member Baumgartner as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Member Woog as Vice-Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

2/20/24 Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission approved a development and specific use permit for a 2,080 square-foot auto service center. The commission also elected its leadership and approved the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for auto service center (8-0)
• Approved Development Permit for auto service center (8-0)
• Elected Anna Sparks as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Rahem Mulatu as Vice Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Decided not to hold elections in April 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Draft Schedule (Unanimous)

2/20/24 Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment held elections for its leadership positions and decided on the timing of future elections. No new business was presented during the meeting.

• Elected Anna Sparks as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Rahem Mulatu as Vice Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Decided not to hold elections in April 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)

2/12/24 Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss updates to the Parks & Open Space Master Plan and review 2025 capital improvement project priorities. The meeting also includes an announcement regarding City Manager Kevin Woods' retirement effective February 29, 2024. Staff will provide progress reports on several large-scale projects.

• Parks & Open Space Master Plan update and consultant review committee formation
• Review of 2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project priorities
• Announcement of City Manager Kevin Woods' retirement on February 29, 2024
• Updates on the Ice Arena, Action Sports Complex, and Lambertson Farms projects
• Farmers High Line Canal Cleanup volunteer opportunity on March 23, 2024

The commission appointed a new Vice Chair and discussed the upcoming Park & Open Space Master Plan process. Staff provided updates on capital improvement projects and upcoming volunteer opportunities.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 11/27/23 minutes
• Voted Merylee Appel as Vice Chair (unanimous)

2/12/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board will welcome new members and conduct an applicant interview. Discussion topics include Juneteenth, a Fire Museum, and social media compliance.

• Welcome new Board members Jay Smith, Amanda Pedrianes and Danielle Dawes
• Applicant Interview: Jennifer Simons
• Discussion on Juneteenth and Fire Museum
• Discussion on Facebook and CORA compliance
• Staff report on Public Art Plan

The board approved the agenda and the January meeting minutes. The session consisted primarily of updates regarding Juneteenth, the Firehouse Museum, and various community events.

• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved January minutes (Unanimous)

1/30/24 Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a study session covering general housekeeping, legal considerations, and insurance. The meeting also includes overviews of the Planning Commission scope and the Board of Adjustment.

• Planning Commission overview
• Planning Commission scope
• Board of Adjustment overview
• CIRSA insurance video

1/17/24 Thornton Active Adult Board

The board will review upcoming programs, events, and 2024 goals. Discussion items include updates on the lunch program fees and technology presentations.

• Update on Lunch Program Fees
• Presentation by Dalton Romero of OATS regarding technology
• Discussion of 2023 successes and upcoming programs
• Discussion regarding reappointment of positions ending March 2024

The Thornton Active Adult Board held a special meeting on January 17, 2024. The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting. No action items were voted on; the meeting focused on discussions regarding board reappointments, 55+ organization updates, and presentations on senior technology and housing.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• October 18, 2023 minutes approved unanimously
• No action items voted on

1/17/24 Local Licensing Authority Meeting

The Local Licensing Authority will consider a hotel and restaurant license ownership transfer for Spice Kitchen at 2100 E. 104th Avenue. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a new retail liquor store license application for Deno's Country Store at 4000 E. 100th Avenue.

• Transfer of ownership for Spice Kitchen (formerly Brewski's Pub and Grill) at 2100 E. 104th Avenue
• New retail liquor store license application for Deno's Country Store at 4000 E. 100th Avenue
• Presentation to City Council

The Thornton Local Licensing Authority approved a transfer of ownership for a restaurant license and granted a new retail liquor store license. The board also reviewed a draft presentation regarding its accomplishments and challenges for an upcoming City Council meeting.

• Approved transfer of ownership for Spice Kitchen (unanimous)
• Approved new retail liquor store license for Deno's Country Store (unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

1/10/24 Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission will receive staff updates regarding the 2024 budget and 2023 grants. Discussion includes potential merger discussions and a cancellation of the February meeting.

• 2024 budget overview
• 2023 grants & ABAC stats
• Potential BTAC/Alianza merger discussion
• Cancellation of February meeting due to Valentine's Day

The Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission (BTAC) voted to merge with Alianza through an application and interview process. The commission requested that BTAC members be considered first for vacancies. The February meeting was cancelled.

• Approved merging BTAC and Alianza via application and interview process (Unanimous)
• Approved January 2024 agenda with COT Volunteer Presentation removed (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2023 summary notes (Unanimous)

1/8/24 Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council Board of Directors

The Board will conduct interviews for three applicants and consider a funds request for Pride. Members will also discuss potential event participation and updates on public art projects.

• Interviews of Jay Smith, Amanda Pedrianes, and Danielle Dawes
• Additional funds request for Pride
• Discussion of possible events including Spring Basket Fundraiser, Carousel Day, and Juneteenth
• Updates on Fire station Museum and Public Art Projects

The Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council recommended the appointment of three new board members following interviews. The board also approved the December meeting minutes as amended.

• Recommended appointing Jay Smith to the board (unanimous)
• Recommended appointing Amanda Pedrianes to the board (unanimous)
• Recommended appointing Danielle Dawes to the board (unanimous)
• Approved December minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)