Businesses of Thornton Advisory CommissionThe Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission represents Thornton businesses and makes recommendations to City Council on issues impacting the ability of businesses to be successful in Thornton. The general purpose is to discuss and share both the challenges as well as the successes experienced by Thornton businesses. Building Code Advisory BoardThe Building Code Advisory Board hears and renders decisions on written appeals of decisions made by Building and Code Director pertaining to interpretation of City Building Codes. Membership consists of five individuals. Members must be qualified by experience and training pertaining to building construction and represent the following trades: engineering, architecture, building construction and design. Development Permits and Appeals BoardThe Development Permits and Appeals Board holds public hearings to receive testimony on applications for Development Permits and Variances to Chapter 18 of the City Code. Development Permits approve specific site layouts for property based on guidance provided through approvals of a Conceptual Site Plan by City Council. Election CommissionThe Election Commission makes ward reapportionment recommendations and establishes City election precincts along with other duties that may be set by City Council. During their term of office, members cannot be candidates or nominees for elective City office. Meetings will be held during the ward reapportionment process and as needed. Local Licensing AuthorityThe Local Licensing Authority reviews and acts on new business applications, transfer of ownership, renewals, request to modify the premises, etc. for 3.2% Beer and Liquor Licensed establishments. Parks and Open Space Advisory CommissionThe Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission makes recommendations to City Council regarding the updating of the Parks and Open Space Master Plan and projects to be funded from the proceeds of the open space and parks sales and use tax. Thornton Revitalization Advisory BoardThe Thornton Revitalization Advisory Board provides the vision, leadership and continuity necessary to produce the on-going revitalization of Thornton's residential and business neighborhoods. The purpose of the Board is to bring a community-wide perspective to revitalization and provide recommendations, alternatives, and advice to Council and staff on feasible revitalization strategies. |