The Current Thornton 360 is Now Available

Watch now the latest Thornton 360 News Program online. This episode includes: the Mayor's Food and Sock Drive, Thornton's Dia de los Muertos Celebration is coming, City Offices Closed for Veterans Day, Thornton Police and Fire Special Needs Awareness Program, The Latest Thornton City Voice Newspaper Now in Mailboxes, Thornton's CodeCAP Program is Hiring, Fall Leaf Curbside Collection, and a Look Back at Thornton's Trunk or Treat Event.

Thornton 360 is produced after each regularly scheduled City Council meeting to provide residents with the latest news and information. To watch previous episodes, visit ThorntonCO.tv.

We Want Your Input!

The Thornton Public Transit Study project team has developed a set of potential improvements to public transit in Thornton and your input on the improvement options. There is still time to take the transit survey. Visit tinyurl.com/ThorntonAlternativesSurvey by October 31.

For details about the project, visit goCOT.net/transitstudy or email Kent.Moorman@ThorntonCO.gov.

The Latest City Council Meeting is Online

Watch now the October 24 Thornton City Council meeting online. To watch previous meetings, visit ThorntonCO.tv.

Mayor's Food and Sock Drive

November 1-30

Help community members in need and those experiencing homelessness by donating new socks and non-perishable food items throughout the month of November at various Thornton locations. There is especially a need for holiday meal food items such as green beans, corn, instant mashed potatoes, stuffing mix, cranberries, etc.

Drop off items at the following locations during business hours:

• Community Connections, 9471 Dorothy Blvd.
• Carpenter Recreation Center, 11151 Colorado Blvd.
• Active Adult Center, 11181 Colorado Blvd.
• Trail Winds Recreation Center, 13495 Holly St.
• Thornton Fire Stations, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: 1 - 2300 Thornton Pkwy.; 2 - 9667 Huron St.; 3 - 11257 Birch Dr.; 4 - 1400 E. 128th Ave.; 5 - 14051 Colorado Blvd.; 6 - 13150 Quebec St.; 7 - 15705 York St.

For more information, visit goCOT.net/Connections, call 720-977-5800 or email Connections@ThorntonCO.gov.

Community Fall Leaf Drop-off Event

November 4, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Infrastructure Maintenance Center, 12450 Washington St.

Thornton residents can drop off their leaves and compost materials for free recycling. Please use lawn and leaf paper sacks or be prepared to open and empty all other bags onsite. No commercial or landscaping companies.

For more information, visit goCOT.net/trashrecycling.

Election Day is November 7

The deadline to submit your ballot for the 2023 coordinated election is 7 p.m., November 7. You may mail in your ballot, drop it off at any local 24-hour ballot drop box or go to a voter service and polling center.

For more information, visit the Adams County Election website at adamscountycoelections.gov.

Help Colorado's Migrant Community

Join us in making a positive impact and help create a more welcoming and diverse community. Colorado’s migrant community, like many others, faces unique challenges and uncertainties. By volunteering your time, donating resources, or offering housing to young immigrants in need, you can make a profound difference in their lives.

Visit goCOT.net/Connections or contact Thornton Community Connections at 720-977-5800 or Connections@ThorntonCO.gov to find out how you can help.

Be a Voice in the Community

Join a Thornton Board or Commission! We have vacancies on the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments, deadline to apply is November 30 and also on the Thornton Assistance Funds Committee, deadline to apply is December 15.

Learn more at goCOT.net/cityclerk and click on “Boards & Commissions", call 303-538-7230 or email clerk@ThorntonCO.gov.

Thornton Water Assistance Program

The Water assistance program can help low-income individuals and families struggling to pay their water bill.

For more information about the program, visit goCOT.net/waterassistance, call 720-977-5800 or email Assistance@ThorntonCO.gov..

The Code Compliance Assistance Program (CodeCAP) is Hiring

CodeCAP is seeking arborists/tree services, junk/haul services, fencing installers and landscapers to assist income-eligible homeowners in mitigating code violations.

The services provided are free to qualified homeowners and are paid for through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. If you need assistance with working with federally-funded programs or more information about applying, contact the CodeCAP Coordinator at 720-977-5818 or at Housing@ThorntonCO.gov.

Veterans Day Holiday Closures, Hours and Delays

Thornton city offices, Arts and Culture Center, Active Adult Center and Community Connections will be closed for the Veterans Day Holiday on Friday, November 10.

Offices will reopen regular hours on Monday, November 13. There will be NO DELAY in city trash/recycling collection.

24/7 Access to the City with the My Thornton App

The free My Thornton App allows residents to report concerns using a smartphone's GPS and camera capabilities, review existing requests, send updates, and receive phone and email notifications of status changes on their issues. Download the app on Google Play or the App Store.

For more information, visit goCOT.net/MyThornton.

Choose a Keyword and Try Thornton's TextMyGov

Text a single keyword such as trash, jobs, permits, etc. any time, day or night to 303-502-TEXT(8398) to get information and answers to common city FAQs.

Visit goCOT.net/TextMyGov to learn more.

Need to send a detailed inquiry, more than a single keyword, or a request for service?

Submit a MyThornton request instead online or download the free app.

Mark Your Calendars

Thornton Community Walk

November 11, 8:30 a.m., Eastlake North Parking Lot, 128th Avenue and Fillmore Court

Get some fresh air, meet new friends, and enjoy the beauty of our community. All ages and fitness levels are welcome to join these walks lead by Thornton Recreation Staff. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with your community and enjoy some exercise outdoors. Follow the link to view the map.

Homebuyer Education Class

November 11 and 18, 9 a.m., Thornton Community Connections, 9471 Dorothy Blvd.

Buying a home can be an intimidating process. Learn about the home-buying process, taxes, maintenance, budgeting, and down-payment assistance programs at one of these free workshops. Attendees can use the course completion certificate to receive financial assistance with their home purchase.

• November 11 - Course instruction provided by Brother's Redevelopment. To register and for more information, visit brothersredevelopment.org/housing-counseling.

• November 18 - Course instruction is provided by Community Resources & Housing Development Corporation (CRHDC). To register and for more information, visit crhdc.org/Events.

Adams County Public Assistance Available at Community Connections

November 14, 8:30 a.m., Thornton Community Connections, 9471 Dorothy Blvd.

Learn about all the assistance programs and get answers to your questions about SNAP, Medicaid, and cash assistance. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome at these events. 

For more information, contact Thornton Community Connections at 720-977-5800 or Connections@ThorntonCO.gov.

Join the Thornton Assistance Funds (TAF) Committee

Be a part of helping non-profit organizations that assist members of the Thornton community with basic needs such as food, housing, health and medical, or human services. The TAF Committee is made up of residents that review submitted grant applications and make recommendations to City Council.

For more information, visit goCOT.net/TAF or call 720-977-5800. The application deadline is 5 p.m., December 15.