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Thornton approves two liquor license actions

ThorntonMar 19, 20261 min read

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The authority unanimously approved two liquor-license actions: a Safeway request to modify its licensed premises and a transfer of ownership for Johnny's Italian Steakhouse & Hilton Garden Inn - Thornton.

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Willco X Development

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What this means

Safeway Store No. 1873 at 771 Thornton Parkway can proceed with its requested changes to alcohol placement and business operations. Black CO, LLC was approved to take ownership of the hotel and restaurant license at 14275 Lincoln Street. The authority also unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes.

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Approved Safeway Stores 45, Inc.'s request to change, alter, or modify the fermented malt beverage and wine license premises at 771 Thornton Parkway.
Accepted the transfer of ownership application for the Hotel and Restaurant license for Johnny's Italian Steakhouse & Hilton Garden Inn - Thornton at 14275 Lincoln Street from Willco X Development, LLLP to Black CO, LLC.
Approved the February 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes through the consent agenda.

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