Thornton public meetings in 2024
45 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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)
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.
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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