Annual Spring Bulk Pickup is Underway
Thornton's annual Spring Bulk Item Collection Program began April 7. Thornton's trash collection customers are eligible to participate in this program.
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Thornton Marks National Day of Prayer
On May 1st at noon, the City of Thornton will observe the National Day of Prayer with a multi-faith gathering at the City Park Pavilion. Mayor Erik Hansen will read a proclamation declaring the day the City of Thornton Day of Prayer. Everyone is welcome.
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Child Car Seat Safety Checks
Research shows that the majority of child car seats are installed improperly, risking injury or even death. The Thornton Fire Department is holding car seat safety checks at a number of locations from March through October. Drop by!
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Thornton Business Advisory Task Force
Recognizing the challenges facing business in today's market, the City Council at a recent meeting approved the formation and "charge" for a Thornton Business Advisory Task Force.
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artEXPOsed Program Showcases Youth Talent in Thornton
artEXPOsed is a program that introduces Thornton teens of diverse backgrounds, cultures and socioeconomic situations to the world of art.
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Arbor Day Planting for Thornton
This year, the City of Thornton will celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, April 19, with a tree planting at Grange Creek Park. Twenty-eight trees will be planted in the park and along East 110th Avenue. Refreshments will be provided.
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Meeting to Discuss Eastlake FasTracks Station
A government study recommends Eastlake as one of the stops on the FasTracks North Metro Corridor. Thornton will host a neighborhood meeting to inform residents about a master plan for the Eastlake Station area.
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Interested in Keeping Our Streams and Ponds Clean?
Clean streams, ponds and groundwater are critical to any healthy community. Help us do a better job by filling out our Runoff Awareness Survey.
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March "Punch" Promotion at Carpenter Rec Center
Anyone who buys a 20-visit punch card during March will get an extra 3 punches added for free. So keep that New Year's resolution going, or start fresh now!
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'Egg-streme' Fun at Thornton's Easter Egg Scramble
Thornton’s Easter Egg Scramble is a crazy, colorful kid scramble like no other in the metro area. The fun happens Saturday, March 22 at Thornton Community Park.
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Background on the FasTracks North Metro Line
A FasTracks meeting will be held March 19 at Adams 12 Five Star Schools from 6 - 8 p.m. The meeting will provide initial results coming from various environmental studies. View the background information prepared for a recent City Council briefing.
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March "Punch" Promotion at Carpenter Rec Center
Anyone who buys a 20-visit punch card during March will get an extra 3 punches added for free. So keep that New year's resolution going, or start fresh now!
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New: A Thornton Business Advisory Task Force
Recognizing the challenges facing business in today's market, the City Council at a recent meeting approved the formation and "charge" for a Thornton Business Advisory Task Force.
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Cone Zone Alert for I-25 March 16 and 17
CDOT will be shutting down I-25 northbound at 120th Ave. and southbound at 136th Ave. from 10 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. on March 16 and 17, so that CDOT can use a crane to install new girders for the 128th Ave bridge. Alternate routes are advised.
City Water Storage Project Wins Award
It's not often a public project wins an award for what you can't see. But the City's newest water storage tank was recently recognized as the best in Colorado for precisely that reason.
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Needs Volunteers
One hundred volunteers are needed to participate in the 2nd annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors community event Saturday April 26.
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Want Background on the FasTracks North Metro Line?
A FasTracks meeting will be held March 19 at Adams 12 Five Star Schools from 6 - 8 p.m. The meeting will provide initial results coming from various environmental studies. View the background information prepared for a recent City Council briefing.
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Thornton Community Concert Band
For generations, community bands have been an American tradition. Now our local arts council is bringing that tradition to Thornton, with the formation of a community concert band. Interested in joining?
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Get Involved! Apply for a Board or Commission
Fill out the online application by March 14 for either the Election Commission, Building Code Advisory Board or TASHCO Board.
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