Reslience is about the about ability to weather shocks and stresses. A resilient Beaverton is one where community members are empowered to thrive even as the climate changes.
It is rooted in care for all community members, particularly those most affected by changing conditions (like extreme heat, wildfire smoke, flooding, and winter storms). This means making sure resources, information, and alerts are accessible to everyone, regardless of language, culture, or background.
It also means addressing social vulnerabilities - like income, age, health, and housing stability - in City resilience planning. Integrating these considerations into decisions makes sure that those most affected by impacts receive support to stay safe, healthy, and connected.