Hillsboro to take AMPI site off tax roll
Staff writer
To take it off the tax roles, Hillsboro City Council voted Tuesday transferring most of former AMPI property from the city’s land bank back to city ownership. One commercially used parcel will remain in the land bank, city administrator Matt Stiles said.
The council also approved pay incentives for city employees who complete job-related training and certifications. Most increases are 50 cents per hour, while more advanced programs offer $1 increases. Employees are limited to two raises a year.
Discussion during the meeting focused on possible infrastructure projects. Stiles presented cost estimates, but no action was taken. Mayor Lou Thurston was hesitant to prioritize one project over others when needs exist across the city.
Council members also continued discussion of a proposed fire station. Parks and recreation director David Ediger said updated golf-course rates would have generated about $14,000 more last year. More than $57,000 has been raised for a pickleball project, he said.
Hillsboro is expected to host three Cal Ripken state baseball tournaments during the same weekend later this year.
Stiles also updated council members on the search for his replacement. Five applications had been received.
Council members also approved a special meeting at 9 a.m. March 21 in connection with a town hall featuring State Senator Michael Fagg and Representative Mike King.