Riverside
Upcoming
Human Resources Board
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding a meeting cancellation. The Riverside Human Resources Board meeting for July 6, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be discussed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2026, at 5 p.m.
- July 6, 2026 meeting cancelled
- Next regular meeting: August 3, 2026 at 5 p.m.
City Council
The Council will certify the June 2026 General Municipal Election results and schedule a special runoff election for the Second and Fourth Wards on November 3, 2026. Additionally, the Council will swear in Luis Hernandez for Ward 6 and meet in closed session to appoint an Interim City Manager.
- Resolution declaring June 2, 2026, election results
- Order for Special Municipal Runoff Election on November 3, 2026 (Second and Fourth Wards)
- Oath of Office for Councilmember-elect Luis Hernandez (Ward 6)
- Closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager
City Council
The Council will certify the June municipal election results and schedule a special runoff election for the Second and Fourth Wards on November 3, 2026. Additionally, the Council will swear in Luis Hernandez as the Ward 6 Councilmember and may meet in closed session to appoint an Interim City Manager.
- Resolution declaring June 2, 2026, election results
- Ordering a Special Municipal Runoff Election for November 3, 2026 (Second and Fourth Wards)
- Oath of Office for Councilmember-elect Luis Hernandez, Ward 6
- Closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager
Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing the city's investment portfolio performance and market updates. Members will also assess indicators regarding the city's overall financial health and fiscal responsibility.
- Investment Policy (redline) resolution
- Chandler Asset Management presentation
- Financial Health Indicators report
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review updates on the city's investment portfolio performance and market conditions. Members will discuss strategies to maintain fiscal responsibility and assess the city's overall financial health. The agenda also covers a legislative update and time for future item requests.
- Investment portfolio performance and market policy review updates
- Discussion on assessing city financial health and fiscal responsibility
- Legislative update on municipal finance matters
- Public comment period for committee jurisdiction
Airport Commission
The scheduled meeting for the Riverside Airport Commission on July 9, 2026, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 13, 2026.
Board of Public Utilities
The Board will consider closing the WA-12 Agricultural Service water rate schedule to new customers. They are also reviewing several large infrastructure projects, including emissions testing services and electrical circuit reliability upgrades.
- Closure of WA-12 Agricultural Service Water Rate Schedule
- $484,615 for Hunter Substation Circuit Tie Addition and Pole Replacement
- $1,723,815 contract with Onterris USA, Inc. for emissions testing through 2032
- $327,765.99 change order for Outsource Utility Contractor, LLC (Springs Circuit Reliability Project)
- $97,000 for Gage Water Transfer and Olivewood Conveyance Agreement
Board of Library Trustees
City Council
The council will review several routine consent calendar items including property transfers and municipal code amendments. Key discussions involve a mixed-use student housing project at 3911 University Avenue and updates to the city's master fee schedule.
- Mixed-use student housing development at 3911 University Avenue and 3775 Fairmount Boulevard
- Amendment to Riverside Municipal Code for adaptive reuse building standards
- Adoption of FY 2026-27 Master Fees and Charges Schedule
- Levying of special taxes across multiple Community Facilities Districts
- Insurance broker contract with Keenan & Associates for $177,500 over three years
City Council
The council will review several property developments, including student housing at the Downtown Terminal Property. They are also considering multiple ordinances regarding building standards, fee schedules, and special tax levies for community facilities districts.
- Mixed-use student housing development at 3911 University Avenue and 3775 Fairmount Boulevard
- Hazardous materials removal contract with Clean Harbors Environmental for $3.3 million
- Insurance broker services agreement with Keenan & Associates for up to $177,500
- Emergency vehicle equipment bid with Dana Safety Supply for $225,592.31
- Annual assessment for the Auto Center Business Improvement District
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposals for two residential developments: a 10-unit project on Mary Street and a 56-unit project near Alhambra Avenue. Both projects involve subdivision tract maps, design reviews, and planned residential development permits.
- 10-unit single-family development at 2443 Mary Street
- 56-unit single-family development at 6251 and 11130 Alhambra Avenue
- Tentative Tract Map TM-39385 (Mary Street)
- Tentative Tract Map TM-39008 (Alhambra/La Sierra Avenue)
Last 30 days
Board of Ethics
The Board will review a presentation on rules prohibiting the advocacy of private interests for third parties. Members will also discuss proposed Charter amendments and updates from various ad hoc committees.
- Presentation on Riverside Municipal Code 2.78.060.D regarding prohibited advocacy
- Proposed Charter amendment recommendations for future commission consideration
- Ad hoc committee update on public education and outreach methods
- Review of Board standing rules and annual Code of Ethics review
Planning Commission
The scheduled Planning Commission meeting for July 2, 2026, is cancelled. The next meeting is set for July 16, 2026.
Transportation Board
This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and procedural boilerplate. The board will not discuss any items or make decisions on July 1, 2026. Regular business resumes at the August 5 meeting.
Human Relations Commission
The Commission will conduct a Brown Act training presentation and review the city's Code of Ethics and Conduct (RMC 2.78). The meeting also includes updates on community event attendance and staff reports.
- Brown Act Training presentation
- Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct (RMC 2.78)
- Determination of Commissioner Raya's absence status
Community Police Review Commission
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate for a cancelled meeting. No substantive decisions, policy changes, or public hearings will occur. Routine items like minutes approval and staff updates are listed but will not be acted upon.
- Approval of May 27 minutes and June communications report
- Review of the Police Code of Ethics and Conduct
- Brown Act training presentation
- Updates from the Riverside Police Department and City Manager
Museum of Riverside Board
The Museum of Riverside Board is reviewing several items related to the permanent collection, including adding new archival and biological specimens. The board will also consider removing forty-four objects from the collection and updating management policies.
- Accession of five lots of archival and historic items
- Accession of 26 avian study skins and one mammalian skin
- Deaccession of 44 objects including 33 potsherds and 11 baskets
- Revisions to Collections and Exhibitions Management Policies
- Director's update on main museum renovation and budget
City Council
The Riverside City Council will hold public hearings on a new adaptive reuse zoning ordinance to convert vacant commercial buildings to housing, and on allocating $9.05 million in federal housing and emergency grant funds. The council will also update the city’s master fee schedule for city clerk services and review several routine contracts, land sales, and budget approvals on the consent calendar. Closed sessions will cover ongoing litigation, labor negotiations, and a potential threat to public facilities.
- Adaptive reuse zoning text amendment (Case PC-2025-00427) to convert non-residential buildings to residential use
- Approval of $9,050,905.55 in federal housing, emergency solutions, and HOME grant funds for FY 2026-27
- Update to the Master Fees and Charges Schedule for city clerk services, including public records and notary fees
- $77,030.16 contract with Front Signs for a new digital marquee at Riverside Municipal Airport (6951 Flight Road)
- $12,330,333.65 annual renewal for city insurance policies and $2.25M contract with ATI Restoration for mitigation services
City Council
The Council will consider an Adaptive Reuse Ordinance to facilitate converting non-residential buildings into housing. They are also reviewing a $9 million community development grant plan and updated city fee schedules.
- Adopt 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for $9,050,905.55 in federal grants
- Adaptive Reuse Ordinance to convert non-residential buildings to residential uses
- Fiscal Year 2026-27 Master Fees and Charges Schedule update
- Appointment of an Interim City Manager in closed session
- Design-build agreement for new airport marquee sign for $77,030.16
Housing and Homelessness Committee
The Housing and Homelessness Committee will receive updates on the Housing Authority's projects, Successor Agency-owned properties, and the Homelessness Action Plan. There will also be a legislative update and discussion of future agenda items.
- Receive Housing Authority's projects update
- Successor Agency-Owned Properties update
- Receive Homelessness Action Plan updates
- Legislative update
- Items for future committee consideration
Housing and Homelessness Committee
The Housing and Homelessness Committee will receive updates on Housing Authority projects, Successor Agency-owned properties, and the Homelessness Action Plan. They will also discuss legislative updates and future agenda items. Public comment is invited.
- Receive Housing Authority projects update
- Receive Successor Agency-owned properties update
- Receive Homelessness Action Plan update
- Legislative update discussion
- Items for future consideration
Board of Public Utilities
The Board will consider several utility infrastructure contracts and a major five-year software agreement. Discussion includes updates on sustainability efforts, water supply status, and a review of the municipal code of ethics.
- Work Order 2619755: $132,551 to re-route fiber optic cables at Orange Street Police Station
- Bid 2605723: $296,600.66 for Woodcrest Christian School Electric Service Project
- Agreement with AVEVA Software, LLC: $1,662,803 for five-year PI System software licensing
- Review of Riverside Municipal Code Chapter 2.78 regarding Ethics and Conduct
- Water Supply Report as of April 30, 2026
Planning Commission
The Riverside Planning Commission has cancelled its scheduled June 18 session. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation and lists no substantive discussions or votes. The commission will reconvene on July 2, 2026.
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss the Cannabis Grant Program's retail implementation, consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with iVETS and StemWorx for technology workforce development, and vote on a Fiscal Partnership Operating Agreement with First Community Capital, Inc. to administer a Green Technology Revolving Loan Fund. Presentations on the USC Sunstone Challenge workforce win and Voltu Motor business excellence will also be given.
- Memorandum of Understanding with iVETS and StemWorx for Technology and Workforce Development
- Cannabis Grant Program: Retail Program Implementation Discussion
- Approve Fiscal Partnership Operating Agreement with First Community Capital, Inc., for Green Technology Revolving Loan Fund
- Strategic Workforce Development Win: USC Sunstone Challenge Outcomes
- Business Excellence Series: Voltu Motor
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially approve a Fiscal Partnership Operating Agreement with First Community Capital to administer a Green Technology Revolving Loan Fund. They will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding for a workforce initiative with iVETS and StemWorx, and discuss implementation of a Cannabis Grant Program for retail. Presentations include outcomes from the USC Sunstone Challenge and a spotlight on Voltu Motor.
- Approve Fiscal Partnership Operating Agreement with First Community Capital for Green Technology Revolving Loan Fund
- Memorandum of Understanding with Institute for Veterans and Emerging Technology Skills (iVETS) and StemWorx for technology workforce development
- Cannabis Grant Program: Retail program implementation discussion
- Presentation: USC Sunstone Challenge strategic workforce development outcomes
- Presentation: Voltu Motor business excellence series
Commission on Disabilities
The Commission will hear presentations from the City Attorney's Office, the Muslim Family Foundation, and Elevate Behavioral Health. Members will also review updates from various ad hoc committees regarding city facility tours and upcoming events.
- Presentation on Brown Act by City Attorney's Office
- Presentation from Muslim Family Foundation
- Presentation from Elevate Behavioral Health
- Board of Ethics Code of Ethics Annual Review
- Ad Hoc Committee report on touring city facilities
Safety, Wellness, and Youth Committee
The Safety, Wellness, and Youth Committee will receive an update on the $70 police-related tow fee for contracted tow companies. A planned update on the Riverside Fire Department Master Plan has been removed from the agenda. The committee will also hear a legislative update.
- Receive update on police-related tow fee of $70 to contracted tow companies
- Fire Department Master Plan Phase 1 update item removed from agenda
- Legislative update
Cultural Heritage Board
The Cultural Heritage Board is reviewing requests to designate Lionhead, the Havens Residence, and Edie as city landmarks. Additionally, members will discuss a potential ordinance to prohibit chain link fencing on historic properties.
- Historic designation request for Lionhead at 2881 Rumsey Drive
- Historic designation request for the Havens Residence at 2139 Archdale Street
- Historic designation request for Edie at 5958 Edith Avenue
- Workshop regarding an ordinance to prohibit chain link fencing on historic properties
Safety, Wellness, and Youth Committee
The Safety, Wellness, and Youth Committee will receive an update on the police-related tow fee of $70 paid to contracted tow companies. A previously scheduled update on the Riverside Fire Department Master Plan has been removed from the agenda. The committee will also hear a legislative update and consider items for future meetings.
- Receive update on police related tow fee of $70 to contracted tow companies
- Item 3 (Riverside Fire Department Master Plan update) has been removed from the agenda
City Council
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance to extend the ban on new or expanded wooden pallet storage yards for another 10 months and 15 days while updated zoning rules are developed. Other major items include adopting pre-approved plans for missing middle housing (duplex and bungalow units) and approving several contracts and grants, such as a $1.96M purchase of 45 electric vehicle chargers and an $8.42M state application for encampment resolution along the Magnolia Corridor.
- Urgency Ordinance No. 7769 extension: moratorium on wooden pallet storage yards until May 18, 2027
- Resolution adopting Pre-Approved Housing Plans for Missing Middle Housing (duplex and bungalow units) with REAP 2.0 grant
- Application for $8,423,448 from Encampment Resolution Funding for Magnolia Corridor Encampment Resolution Project
- Purchase of 45 electric vehicle chargers from Chaevi Co. for $1,957,500, funded by General Fund infrastructure reserve
- Award of janitorial services contract for $3,284,958.60 to Guaranteed Janitorial Service, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will vote on an employment agreement for James Johnson as City Attorney with a $372,624 annual salary. They will also consider extending a moratorium on wooden pallet storage yards for an additional 10 months and 15 days. Other items include adopting pre-approved housing plans for missing middle housing, applying for $8.4 million in encampment resolution funding, and various contracts and grants.
- Employment agreement for City Attorney James Johnson at $372,624/year
- Extend moratorium on wooden pallet storage yards until May 18, 2027
- Resolution to adopt pre-approved duplex and bungalow plans for missing middle housing
- Application for $8,423,448 from state Encampment Resolution Funding for Magnolia Corridor
- Bid award of $139,417 for Riverwalk Park playground equipment
Park and Recreation Commission
The Park and Recreation Commission will hold a routine meeting including a Brown Act training presentation and an update on Arts and Cultural Affairs. The main discussion item is the annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes and excused absences.
- Brown Act training presentation
- Arts and Cultural Affairs update
- Annual review of Code of Ethics and Conduct
- Approval of May 18, 2026 meeting minutes
- Excused absences for Vice Chair Schaefer and Commissioner Johnson
Commission on Aging
The Commission will conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct. Members will also receive progress reports from various ad hoc committees regarding housing, health, events, environment, and mobility.
- Annual Review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct
- Ad Hoc Committee updates on Housing, Senior Health, Events, Environment, and Mobility
- Brown Act Training presentation
Mobility and Infrastructure Committee
The Mobility and Infrastructure Committee will discuss and possibly decide on signage for the Clean California Community designation. Routine updates on legislation and projects will also be presented.
- Discussion of signage for Clean California Community designation
- Legislative update
- Project updates
- Future agenda items
Budget Engagement Commission
The Budget Engagement Commission will receive a Brown Act training presentation and conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct. Agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a finance director update.
- Brown Act Training presentation
- Annual review of Code of Ethics and Conduct
- Approval of May 14, 2026 meeting minutes
- Deputy Finance Director Update
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will discuss and review the Code of Ethics and receive Brown Act training. They will also consider cancelling the July meeting and receive the Airport Manager's operations and activity report.
- Brown Act training presentation
- Code of Ethics annual review
- Cancel July Airport Commission meeting
- Approve minutes of April 9, 2026
- Airport Manager's operations and activity report
Mobility and Infrastructure Committee
The Mobility and Infrastructure Committee will discuss Clean California Community designation signage, receive a legislative update, and review ongoing mobility and infrastructure project updates. The agenda focuses on informational reports and does not include binding votes or major policy changes.
- Clean California Community designation signage review
- Legislative update on regional mobility and infrastructure policies
- Status reports on ongoing city mobility and infrastructure projects
- Public comment period for committee jurisdiction matters
Finance Committee
The June 10, 2026 Finance Committee meeting of the City of Riverside has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.
Finance Committee
This Riverside Finance Committee meeting is cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and accessibility notices. No substantive decisions or concrete items will be addressed.
- Investment portfolio performance and policy review report
- City financial health indicators and fiscal responsibility presentation
- Legislative update for committee members
Commission of the Deaf
The Commission will meet to develop and approve its annual workplan for 2026. Members will also review the Code of Ethics and Conduct and receive a presentation on Brown Act training.
- Approval of May 13, 2026 minutes
- Cancellation of the July 8, 2026 meeting
- Development of the 2026 Workplan
- Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct (RMC Chapter 2.78)
- Brown Act Training presentation
City Council
The City Council will act on a packed consent calendar including zoning changes, police body camera upgrades, and multiple utility and public works contracts. The main discussion item is a three-year crossing guard management contract with All-City Management Services totaling up to $9.1M, with reimbursement agreements with three school districts. The council will also hold closed sessions on several pending lawsuits and a workers' compensation claim.
- Rezoning 0.44 acres at 3524 Central Avenue from single-family residential to commercial retail (Ward 3)
- Crossing guard contract with All-City Management Services up to $9,124,546 through 2031, with school district reimbursement MOUs
- Motorola body camera and in-car camera upgrade contract for $1,655,884.10 over five years
- 14th Street and Vine Street storm drain project bid awarded to Voltaire Engineering for $114,304
- Ordinance adding reporting requirements for transport of homeless persons (Chapter 9.56)
City Council
The council will review several major service agreements, including a multi-million dollar contract for police body camera software and a large-scale crossing guard program. Other items include rezoning 3524 Central Avenue, utility security plans, and various municipal salary adjustments.
- Rezoning of 0.44 acres at 3524 Central Avenue to Commercial Retail
- Police body camera and software upgrade contract for $1,655,884.10
- Crossing guard management services agreement up to $9,124,546
- Debt software maintenance agreement with DebtBook for $73,500 annually
- Southern California Gas Company energy efficiency agreement for $1,600,000
Board of Library Trustees
The Board of Library Trustees will handle routine consent items including meeting minutes, a trust fund expenditure report, gift fund donations, and incident reports. The board will also conduct its annual review of the Code of Ethics and Conduct and receive Brown Act training. No major policy decisions or contracts are on this agenda.
- Trust fund expenditures of $3,952.23 for library books and materials (April 1–May 1, 2026)
- Gift fund donations of $1,000 or more reported (April 7–May 27, 2026)
- Annual review of Code of Ethics and Conduct with recommendations to Board of Ethics
- Brown Act training presentation for board members
- Summary of incident reports from April 2026 under RMC Chapter 9.75
Land Use Committee
This Land Use Committee meeting was cancelled. Had it proceeded, the committee was scheduled to discuss the Planning Commission 2026 Workplan, receive a legislative update, and consider items for future meetings. The next meeting is set for July 13, 2026.
- Planning Commission 2026 Workplan (discussion item, not held due to cancellation)
- Legislative update (not held due to cancellation)
- Next meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Board of Public Utilities
The Riverside Board of Public Utilities will hold public hearings on water shortage and management plans. The board will vote on several infrastructure contracts and recommend updated electric and water utility rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Staff will also present updates on the city's 2050 general plan and climate adaptation efforts.
- Recommend revised FY 2026-27 electric and water utility fee schedules
- Award $6.36M contract to Big Ben, Inc. for California Ave and Sherman Dr water pipeline replacement
- Approve $1.78M work order for Cellini Dr water pipeline replacement
- Adopt 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Urban Water Management Plan
- Approve $3.32M consultant contract with Babcock Laboratories for lab testing services
Land Use Committee
This meeting has been cancelled, so no decisions or discussions will take place.