Remarks by Chris Russell
21 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 1 of 1
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“Thank you. I'd like to introduce a resolution declaring October 2026 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Thornton, Colorado. Whereas breast cancer is the second most common cancer for women, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month serves as an opportunity to increase awareness of the disease and encourage individuals to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages. And whereas many women are unaware that they are at risk for breast cancer and need to have regular screening mammograms in accordance with the nationally accepted guidelines. And whereas doctors estimate…”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“Thank you. I think just about probably everybody in this room has known, met, had a family member, a friend that has encountered breast cancer in their lifetime. It is ultimately very common. It's within women and in men, but What we are seeing, and this was actually in the news not too long ago, through one of the local congressional representatives here in Northern Colorado, his wife was diagnosed and she was diagnosed at an early age. And it seems to be that these diagnoses are coming at earlier ages for women. So the importance of asking the questions and getting the mammograms and…”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“Thank you. Good evening, residents and members of Council. It's been another great stretch of getting out into the community and connecting with our residents. Coincidentally, everything that I'll be talking about is in the lines of the police activities in the community, which is a running theme for this evening. So I had the opportunity to attend the Thornton Police Department's movie in the park, as well as Harvest Fest. Both were examples of how the city brings people together and creates opportunities for families to connect. And builds that sense of community in which we all thoroughly…”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“Yes, so we received an email that was placed here on the dice for us that came in sometime this afternoon. And in this email, they've provided some sections. Fairly well thought through, but what I'd like to make the request of they specifically point to 1 section section 5, which are some requests. So, the city would wouldn't mind our staff sharing. That with the applicant, uh, largely because I think most of those are reasonable and actually see a lot of those things being incorporated into a presentation. However, um. We don't there's no clarity on the timing and so, you know. There's 8…”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“He had specific questions for staff or the city attorney, so I did answer those and am in contact with the resident Okay, yeah, the questions were in section six the requests for the development were in section five So that's more the area that I'd like to focus on with those conversations sure.”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“Thank you Adam for the presentation. Just recently I was asked this, and it was about the Roadhouse in Larkridge. Do you have any, I know you've updated us on Viewhouse, so I'll ask you again. It's coming, you know, where we're at there, but the Texas Roadhouse, we haven't heard much on timelines around that, and was recently asked if you can share any information on that one.”
City Council · Oct 13, 2026
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“Yes, I'd like to introduce the resolution declaring October 4th through October 10th, 2026 as national fire prevention week. Whereas the president of the United States has designated October 4 through October 10, 2026 as national provide prevention week. And whereas the members of the fire department play an essential role in safeguarding the lives and property of the residents of the city. And whereas it is of major importance that the fire department. increases its efforts to reduce deaths, injuries, and property losses from fire. And whereas it is important that the residents know and…”
City Council · Sep 22, 2026
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“Yes, I just want to start off by thanking Thornton Fire Department for all their dedication in protecting our community, our residents, the time they take to educate young children in schools, inspect properties. You know, there's just a lot that goes into fire prevention. And it is the best and highest way to preserve life and property. It's always great that we have... A quick response team, and we're able to handle any incidents that may occur, but it's even better when we're able to stop them before they happen. And that's what this week really emphasizes. So I really encourage our…”
City Council · Sep 22, 2026
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“Thank you, Mayor. I, too, will take a few moments to share some of the events and activities that recently were able to attend. I was pleased to attend the grand opening for the Colorado 7 I-25 Interim Mobility Hub with Councilmember Morris. This was an important step into improving the mobility and connectivity within our community, especially across the North Metro area from Brighton to Boulder. So I really appreciate everyone that worked very hard on that project. And made a reality, and also in a very short timeframe, it was 16 months to get that project complete, which is pretty quick in…”
City Council · Sep 22, 2026
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“Yes, I'd like to introduce an ordinance adopting the fifth amendment to the twenty twenty six budget of ending section one of ordinance three, seven, five, one, making appropriations for the city of Thornton, Colorado. For the fiscal year, twenty, twenty six for all funds, except that appropriations for certain individual projects. Shall not lapse at year end, but continue until the project is completed or canceled mass for its approval. 2nd.”
City Council · Sep 22, 2026
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“Yes, thank you. Like council member, I'm going to speak to cuts, comments and activities over the last few weeks. And then when we get into the next portion of the meeting, in which we discussed data centers, I'll have some comments on that as well. So it has been a busy and rewarding few weeks connecting with some residents, some community organizations, schools, businesses throughout work for and across Thornton. I've had the opportunity to attend the word for walking awards event at Cherrywood Park with council members, Morris and algae. Um, it's great to spend some time with staff and…”
City Council · Sep 8, 2026
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City Council · Sep 8, 2026
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“Yes, I'd like to introduce an ordinance adopting the Fifth Amendment to the 2026 budget amending section one of the ordinance 3751 making appropriations for the City of Thornton, Colorado for fiscal year 2026 for all funds except that appropriations for certain individual projects should not lapse at year end, but continue until the project is completed or canceled. I ask for its approval. Second.”
City Council · Sep 8, 2026
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City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Yes, Peter, I remember years ago, I was also just getting going into city involvement and that's when you reached out and you were just looking to be a good resident, trying to be involved and you were open to so many opportunities, whether it's a council role or serving on this board or any of the other boards. So it's been a pleasure seeing you just grow in your involvement with the city. And I commend you for doing so at such a young age. There's not. A lot of youth, or at least I don't believe there's enough youth that actually takes time to get involved with their cities. They just get…”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Kent, um, you know, there's. I'll, I'll start with the city council members. We, we serve on many different boards. And I don't know many of the residents realize that, but as you finish your campaigning as a newly elected, you're drinking from a fire hydrant. There's just so much to absorb. And council member Martinez was touching on just that depth of knowledge that you have didn't really know what to expect when I got on the highway 7. Or over 470 or any of these and the reality is, is that. You take a very tender approach to bring us up to speed to catch us up on, you know, the previous…”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Excuse me. Can we get clarification on that? Because there's been many times where a resident speaks and then we're able to just give some clarity on the direction. That's been the process almost the entire time I've been on council. So I'm curious as to why I had my request to speak as well, too. So it was concerning the last speaker. Can we have that clarification? Are we not allowed to do that, considering we've done that for years?”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“to help give direction to staff in addressing the residents' comments.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Okay, I know comes from Martinez want to speak to, but I had my request to speak. So that's the only reason why I'm bringing it up. Um, the ask was going to be is yes, that if staff could help address. The issues that she's brought forward, but I'd like to go a step further and just ask that at the next planning session that maybe we can get a list of these issues brought forth because it has been. Probably close to a year now that she's taking time to come in and through the translation. I don't. Actually know where we are in terms of a progress report on these issues and I want to be…”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Thank you. Good evening, Mayor Pro Tem, Council, residents, and staff. Recently, many of the council members had an opportunity to attend the Thornton Area Chamber Awards at Coors Field, where we celebrate the year's outstanding award recipients while enjoying a Rockies game. It was a great evening recognizing the businesses, organizations, and individuals who make such a positive impact on our community. I also had the privilege of touring the Aurora Regional Navigation Campus. Seeing firsthand the collaborative efforts to address homelessness through coordinated services, housing support,…”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Chief, I just wanted to thank you for charting the information that I made the request in the planning session. It was very helpful, as well as your email response. You looked into it personally and got back to me right away, so I know that we're Being asked to make less asked as of tonight, but you seem to have handled that pretty well. So I really appreciate that. Thank you.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026