Hillsboro City Council Meeting: June 2, 2026

The Hillsboro City Council held a meeting on June 2, 2026, primarily focused on data center development, enterprise zone policies, and related community impacts. The session included a detailed presentation by city staff on the types, locations, and infrastructure of data centers in Hillsboro, highlighting their land use, water consumption, and energy demands. Council members and the public raised numerous concerns about environmental impacts, water and energy usage, tax abatements, job creation, and community transparency. Public comments were extensive, with many residents expressing opposition to the rapid expansion of data centers and urging the council to take stronger regulatory and fiscal actions. The council approved two ordinances related to land use and zoning changes. Due to the complexity and volume of information, the council decided to postpone further discussion and scheduled a special work session for June 9, 2026, to continue deliberations and policy considerations. The meeting also included proclamations for Pride Month and Pollinator and Monarch Awareness Week, as well as presentations from the Youth Advisory Council.