Emergency Management: Amateur Radio

The City of Hillsboro depends upon FCC-licensed amateur radio operators to provide backup emergency communications capability during exercises, disasters, and special events. We have a dedicated group of volunteers that regularly meet, plan, train and exercise their skills and equipment in order to be prepared to respond during disasters. 

The City of Hillsboro's amateur radio volunteers operate the radio equipment at our Emergency Management office under the station call sign K7HIO. Our volunteers provide a wealth of skills, knowledge and talents.