Council Connections: Tree removal update & new camping map

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News & Updates for City Council

Water

Tree Removal for WWSP

About 60 trees are being removed near NE Cherry Drive & Cornelius Pass Road, starting this week, as part of the Willamette Water Supply System’s Cornelius Pass Road Pipeline Project.

Large diameter trees in good condition will then be delivered to Jackson Bottom Wetlands (see photo) for reuse in creating habitat improvements.
Customers in and near the work area have been kept up to date during quarterly meetings and with monthly emails, door knock and talks, doorhangers, and in-person outreach at Orenco Woods Nature Park.

Police

First Responder Appreciation

On September 11, the Springs at Tanasbourne hosted its annual First Responder Appreciation Lunch for public safety personnel from the Hillsboro Police Department, Hillsboro Fire & Rescue Department, and other service providers in our area.

Multiple Departments

Westside Small Biz Open House

Staff representing several City departments – including Finance and Water – participated in the Westside Small Biz Open House event this week.

Hosted by the City and Washington County, the goal of the event was to have all resources under one roof and make meaningful connections to help elevate Black, Indigenous and People of Color, Women, and local small business thrive within the Washington County region.

City Manager's Office

Interactive Public Property Camping Map

A new, interactive public camping map provides address search and zoom capability for additional detail.

Download and print the map in English or in Spanish.

Latino & Hispanic Heritage Month

The City's webpage for Latino & Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the achievements and contributions of Latino & Hispanic Americans who have inspired others to achieve success.

Visitors will find events, activities, and resources, including local art, classes, books, cuisine, performances, and more.

Community Conversations @ Hidden Creek Park West

The September edition of Community Conversations was recorded this week by the TVCTV team at Hidden Creek Park West, with Oro in the background

Joining Mayor Callaway for the discussion about the park and playground were Hillsboro resident and mom Jen Lindemann, who participated in community engagement; Laurie DeVos, project manager; and Robby Hammond. TVCTV will share the final video next week.

Community Conversations at Hidden Creek Park West

Community Conversations at Hidden Creek Park West 2

Library

Hispanic Heritage Art Show

Brookwood Library and Shute Park Library are hosting works from 16 community artists through October 31, with sponsorship from Sequoia Gallery + Studios

Media Inquiries

KGW-TV and the Portland Business Journal inquired about the Hillsboro Hops' efforts to secure more funding for the Hops Ballpark project.
KOIN-TV asked about a recent report from CBRE that ranked Hillsboro as a top site for new data centers.

Community Events & Key Dates

9/16 El Grito @ Shute Park
9/23 OrenKoFest @ Jerry Willey Plaza
9/23 Walters Concert Series Kickoff: Guy Davis
9/26 Career Quest Week begins
9/30 Apple Palooza/Harvest 5K @ Orenco Woods Nature Park
9/30 Career Fair @ Brookwood Library
10/1 Firefighter recruitment begins
10/3 Hillsboro Art Walk
10/4 National Coffee with a Cop Day
10/7 HillsDOer Day

Upcoming Meetings

Council meetings are in-person and virtual

September 19

North Hillsboro Industrial Renewal Area Expansion (6 pm) and an Executive Session (post Council)

September 25 (Monday)

Strategic Plan Workshop (5:30 – 9:30 pm). Dinner by Reedville Catering

October 3

Port of Portland Update (6 pm) and Council Team Building (post Council)

October 17

Industrial Noise Standards and Short-Term Rental Updates (6 pm) and Hops Work Session and/or Executive Session (post Council)

Event Invitations to City Council

Email Amber/Aubrey to RSVP

SEPTEMBER

Saturday, September 16, 2 – 7 pm

El Grito, Shute Park Main Stage, Mayor Callaway attending

Thursday, September 28, 5:30 – 9:30 pm

Bienestar Gala, Hawk's Run Estate, 4200 NW Leisy Rd, Mayor Callaway and Councilor Alcaire attending

Friday, September 29, 5:30 – 9 pm

Virginia Garcia's ¡Prospera!, Sentinel Hotel, Portland, Mayor Callaway, and Councilors Roletto, Martin, and Sinclair attending

OCTOBER

Thursday, October 12, 10:30 am – 12 pm

Metro Strategic Targets Town Hall, Zoom

Wednesday, October 18, 6:45 am

Hillsboro Prayer Breakfast, Wingspan Event Center (The City does not cover this costs)

Thursday, October 26, 10 am – 4 pm

Building Bridges of Understanding in Our Communities Discussion, Muslim Educational Trust, Councilor Alcaire attending

Ribbon Cuttings/Groundbreakings

SEPTEMBER

Saturday, September 16, 11 am

Reed's Crossing Park/Phase 2/BPA Corridor Extension Ribbon Cutting, Mayor Callaway attending

Thursday, September 21, 5 pm

Boldly Fashionable Boutique, 211 E Main Street, Mayor Callaway attending
Blue Ox Axe Throwing, 264 E Main Street, Mayor Callaway attending

Friday, September 29, 8:50 am

Oregon Woodworks, 5405 E Main Street,, Councilor Pace attending

OCTOBER

Thursday, October 7, 5 pm

Shorey Events and Wedding Venue, 905 E Main Street, Mayor Callaway attending

Thursday, October 20, 4 pm

Resolu Wine Cellars, 262 SE 4th Ave, Mayor Callaway attending

Trainings/Conferences/Tours

League of Oregon Cities Annual Conference, October 12–14, Eugene, OR, Mayor Callaway and Councilors Pace, Alcaire, and Martin attending

National League of Cities City Summit, November 16–18, Atlanta, GA, Mayor Callaway and Councilor Martin attending

Visit Hillsboro-Oregon.gov to get helpful answers to your questions!