Katherine A. O'Rourke

The City of Hillsboro's 2045 Comprehensive Plan provides a strategic framework for the city's future development. It focuses on several key areas: preserving agricultural, natural, and cultural resources; ensuring a range of affordable and quality housing options; stimulating economic growth through downtown revitalization and business investment; developing a safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system; maintaining high-quality public utilities and community facilities; fostering intergovernmental cooperation; and promoting sustainable land use and vibrant placemaking. The plan aims to enhance the overall quality of life and environment for the community.

The City of Hillsboro 2045 Comprehensive Plan is a 20-year guide designed to direct decisions and actions for the city's long-term development. It focuses on managing agricultural, natural, and cultural resources, driving economic development, ensuring diverse housing options, improving transportation and mobility, maintaining utilities and community facilities, fostering intergovernmental cooperation, and guiding land use. The plan aims to foster a vibrant, connected community by preserving its heritage, promoting sustainable economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents through thoughtful planning and collaboration.

The City of Hillsboro's budget includes key initiatives such as the restructuring of Tax Increment Districts (TID) #4 and the creation of TID#5. The city was awarded over $974,000 in grant funding. The city's tax levy increased by approximately 0.5%, resulting in an increase in the mill rate to $10.92 per $1,000 for city taxpayers. The budget also details the revenues and expenses for various funds, including the General Fund, Capital Improvement Program, Debt Service, Water Fund, Sewer Fund, TID #4, TID #5, Room Tax Fund, and Refuse/Recycling Fund. It also outlines a five-year capital improvement plan and a permit and fee schedule.