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Thornton economic development: retail openings, logistics and 650+ jobs highlighted in quarterly update
Summary
Economic development staff reported several near-term retail and employment openings in Thornton's first-quarter update: indoor recreation, restaurants, a cold-storage center and manufacturing/biotech sites. Staff estimated more than 650 new jobs from projects described and noted the loss of one long-term employer exploring relocation.
City economic development staff presented a quarterly update on commercial projects and business activity, citing recent openings, projects under construction and new employers expected to locate in Thornton.
Key openings and near-term launches Adam Krueger, Economic Development Director, listed retail and entertainment openings that have recently opened or are scheduled this year: Pickler (indoor pickleball, opened in January at Thornton Town Center); Malibu Jacks (indoor amusement park, expected by Labor Day 2025); Billy Birch (sit-down restaurant and beer garden, expected May 2025 at 100 & 120th and Holly); Chicken ' Pickle (The Grove, expected June 2025); and a Gordon Foods grocery…
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