Now the sixth most populous city in Colorado, Thornton was nothing but farmland until 1953, when Sam Hoffman laid out the first planned community in Adams County, naming it for Colorado Governor Dan Thornton. The city is situated ten miles north of downtown Denver.
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Provides e-gov services such as downloadable forms, paying bills online, and registering for activities. Provides information about key city services.
http://www.cityofthornton.net/
Foundation dedicated to honoring veterans living in Thornton, Colorado. Find out the foundation's latest news and how you can support the foundation.
http://www.thorntonveteransmemorial.org/
