Hillsboro City Council Meeting: August 18, 2026

The Hillsboro City Council meeting on August 18, 2026, primarily focused on the equitable development strategy for the Avenue Diaz area and a contentious public hearing regarding the Sky Harbor private jet hangar development at Hillsboro Airport. The council received detailed presentations on the equitable development strategy, including proposed tax abatement incentives tied to community-responsive development criteria, housing, commercial improvements, and public realm capital projects. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to the Sky Harbor hangar project appeals, with extensive public testimony expressing environmental, noise, and health concerns, as well as legal arguments about the adequacy of the applicant's evidence and compliance with development codes. The council discussed procedural matters, including extending the record to allow additional evidence and scheduling final deliberations for October 6, 2026. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to acquire property interests for the Northwest Huffman Street construction and adopted a plan unit development order for Central Risewell Homes. The meeting concluded with council comments and announcements about upcoming elections and community engagement.