Knowledge Base

There are currently nine boards and commissions advising the City of Thornton. 

• Building Code Advisory Board (BCAB)
• Businesses of Thornton Advisory Commission (BTAC)
• Development Permits and Appeals Board (DPAB)
• Election Commission
• Firefighters’ Old Hire Pension Board
• Local Licensing Authority (LLA)
• Parks and Open Space Advisory Commission (POSAC)
• Thornton Active Adult Board (TAAB)
• Thornton Arts, Sciences and Humanities Council, Inc. (TASHCO)

The responsibilities, powers, terms of office, membership size, qualifications, and meeting schedule varies for each board and commission.

The City Council advertises for various positions as vacancies arise. For information about the duties and responsibilities, please see our brochure (external link).  If you are interested in finding out about any vacancies and applying for a position on a board or commission visit our Boards and Commissions (external link) page or contact the City Clerk's office at 303-538-7230.