Goal Statement
With its clean, walkable neighborhoods, alternative transportation options, access to a variety of housing, open spaces and trails, abundant recreational activities and a thriving arts culture, Hillsboro is recognized as one of the most vibrant and livable communities in the Pacific Northwest.
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNERS
- City of Hillsboro
- Hillsboro Farmers’ Market, Inc.
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
- Coming soon
INITIATIVES AND ACTIONS
ACTIONS
A. Adopt standards for urban design with emphasis on creating or preserving neighborhood character and “sense of place”
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
B. Convene property owners and nearby business operators to explore ideas for enhancing or creating destination neighborhoods
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
C. Implement Hillsboro’s Cultural Arts Action Plan including installation of landmark public art and murals in neighborhoods and districts citywide
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
D. Install way-finding signage in neighborhoods and districts citywide
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
E. Revise policies and fee structure for tiny homes to increase affordable housing stock
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
F. Develop a world-class high-speed communications system
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
ACTIONS
A. Extend seasonal access to farmers markets with a focus on exploring year-round and indoor options
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): Hillsboro Farmers’ Market, Inc.
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
B. Encourage development of plazas, streetscapes, green spaces and other new venues for holding community events citywide
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
C. Install small, innovative library spaces to increase accessibility for all
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
D. Develop a pilot program to test smaller-scale neighborhood farmers’ markets
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): Hillsboro Farmers’ Market, Inc.
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
E. Utilize an app to promote farmers’ market hours, activities and goods
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): Hillsboro Farmers’ Market, Inc.
TIMELINE: 2025+
ACTIONS
A. Add performing arts and other cultural arts venues and activities at multiple locations citywide
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
B. Install an outdoor amphitheater to accommodate larger concerts and events
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
C. Support initiatives to expand arts districts, galleries, studios and makerspaces
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
ACTIONS
A. Increase parks accessibility and create at least one destination park for people with disabilities
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
B. Create one or more “regional” destination parks
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
C. Add new dog parks, including small-dog and pop-up parks where feasible
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
D. Develop a “farm park” with educational and interactive features
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
E. Add outdoor fitness components to new and existing parks where feasible
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
F. Construct a bike and skate park in west Hillsboro
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
G. Add covered areas, tables and other amenities to parks as resources allow
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
H. Ensure parks and parks facilities are welcoming and easy to navigate for all regardless of age, ability or language spoken
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
ACTIONS
A. Develop community centers to serve seniors, youth and families citywide
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
B. Build a lap pool that will accommodate swim teams
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
C. Build a community leisure and recreational pool
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
D. Install playgrounds and other creative play area amenities at schools and other locations in partnership with peer organizations
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
E. Install futsal and/or soccer fields in existing parks and schools where feasible and install lights and turf when appropriate
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
F. Build new pickleball facilities
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
G. Add cricket fields where feasible
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
H. Expand recreational class offerings at the Hidden Creek Community Center
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
I. Add splash pads to new and existing parks citywide where feasible
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
J. Coordinate with community partners to increase sports and recreational opportunities (e.g. climbing, skating, volleyball, yoga, dancing, biking, sports, equestrian)
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
ACTIONS
A. Conduct a local transit feasibility study
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
B. Evaluate and adopt policies for managing scooter and other third-party transportation systems
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
C. Complete Crescent Park Greenway and connect city to regional trail network
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2025+
D. Increase trail safety volunteer network
LEAD COMMUNITY PARTNER(S): City of Hillsboro
TIMELINE: 2020-2025
