Thornton City Council Update Session - August 25, 2026

The Thornton City Council held an update session on August 25, 2026, focusing primarily on two key procurement-related topics. First, the council discussed the upcoming community survey, which is part of the city's strategic plan. Staff presented research findings and sought council feedback on the scope and structure of the next Request for Proposal (RFP) for survey services, emphasizing the importance of statistical significance, broad community outreach, and improved utilization of survey results through public dashboards and communication strategies. Second, the council deliberated on a proposed moratorium on data centers, particularly large hyperscale and regional collocation facilities. The discussion covered legal considerations, potential ordinance development, public engagement, and the timing of regulatory actions in relation to upcoming state legislative sessions. No formal votes were taken during this session, but council members expressed support for moving forward with the survey RFP and further defining parameters for the data center moratorium and related regulations. Additional discussions and decisions on these matters are expected in future meetings.