City Government

Incorporated in 1956, Thornton is a "home-rule" city, meaning that it has its own constitution. Our nine City Council members, with the assistance of the City Manager, are responsible for setting policy, making laws, and developing goals for the city.

The Thornton Comprehensive Plan and Thornton's Future

We have an overall vision of how the city will grow, and how it will continue to address the needs of its citizens. it's called the Thornton Comprehensive Plan, and it has many moving parts...

Visit Our Thornton Comprehensive Plan page

Most Visited Government Links

City Council

Meeting agendas and minutes, on-demand video of meetings, bios, and more.

City Sales & Use Tax

Tax return forms, online return, taxes explained, tax brochures, and more.

Contracts and Purchasing

Information on Contracts and Purchasing process, how to obtain solicitation documents, and more.

Licensing Information

Alcohol permits, sound permits, liquor licensing, entertainment club licensing, and more.

Long Range Planning

A key part of City Government is mapping out a future for our community. Our Policy Planning Division does just that, overseeing the development of city-wide and sub-area plans like the Housing Master Plan, the South Thornton Revitalization Plan, and more.

Agendas, Meetings & Public Notices

Meetings on Thornton arts, development, permits, environment, parks, and more.

City Departments

Familiar with our city organization?... This page provides links to all city departments and divisions on a single page.

Green Thornton Zone

The City of Thornton has been pursuing an array of green initiatives ranging from energy efficient streetlights to biodeisel trucks; from community gardens to recycling used cooking oil. Check out our efforts!