Residents of Hillsboro's Council Ward 1, an important opportunity awaits your engagement in civic life. With Mayor-elect Beach Pace preparing to vacate her current City Council seat to assume the mayoral role, a vacancy will arise in Ward 1, Position A, effective January 7, 2025. This development presents a unique chance for community members to contribute directly to local governance, according to the City of Hillsboro.
This is more than just a procedural replacement. It is an opportunity to influence the future of neighborhoods such as Jones Farm, Tanasbourne, AmberGlen, and the dynamic Orenco Station. In accordance with the city charter, the responsibility for appointing a replacement rests with the remaining members of the City Council. However, the process begins with a call for applications, with a firm deadline of January 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
To promote transparency and encourage community involvement, the application requirements have been made straightforward and accessible. Prospective candidates are invited to submit a letter that includes their contact information, the length of their residency in Hillsboro, details of their community service experience, and their motivation for seeking the position of City Councilor.
For those ready to embrace this vital civic role, the City Council is expected to make its appointment in January or February, offering a chance to actively shape the future of Hillsboro.
