Listed below are the strategies within the Enhancing Neighborhoods and Districts focus area.  A strategy sets the direction and offers guidance for implementation of the Vision Statement.  Each strategy has a recommended set of projects and programs (actions) to bring the Vision to life.  To review the actions, click on the projects and programs link at the bottom of the chart .  To switch focus areas, click on the icons below the focus area title.

                                                                                                
 
                                                     Enhancing Neighborhoods & Districts Stratagies

Complete an integrated system of sidewalks and bike paths to serve the entire city, improving neighborhood connections, recreation options and safety.
 
 
Establish a coordinated system of public and private buses, shuttles and trams connecting large neighborhoods and major retail and employment areas.
 
 
Protect and enhance historical and cultural sites and other resources.
 
 
 
Revitalize Hillsboro’s historic downtown as a regional attraction.
 
 
 
Develop a new public square in downtown Hillsboro that serves as the heart of the community.
 
 
Provide and encourage “third places” at commercial facilities that are attractive and accessible (such as small scale neighborhood locations, coffee shops, mini-retail, kiosk, sidewalk vending areas) where citizens can meet and talk informally, including them in existing and new neighborhood plans in appropriate transition zones.
 
Promote a diversity of housing by type and cost.
 
 
 
Acquire additional property for future parks and open space.
 
 

Identify and develop a system of neighborhood parks, located within walking or biking distance of every community resident.
 
 
Promote development of landscaped areas throughout the community.
 
 
Projects and Programs