Council Extends Path of Life Shelter Contract Through 2027
Rising costs prompted the funding increase, which will push the total contract value to about $2.32 million.
Skatepark, Pool and Park Projects to Get $1.265 Million in Unspent Federal Grant Funds
The unanimous vote moves $1.265 million in unspent federal grant funds to skatepark, senior center, pool and park improvements before the grant money could be forfeited.
Planning Commission Approves 10-Home Development on Mary Street
Neighbors in Hawarden Hills raised traffic and density concerns, but commissioners cited the city's need for housing.
Planning Commission Approves 56-Home Subdivision Near La Sierra Hills
Commissioners added a median-opening requirement over staff's objection before unanimously approving the Meritage Homes project.
Council Weighs Inspector General Candidates in Closed Session, Deliberations Continue Tuesday
No decision was made Monday as council members continue vetting candidates for the independent oversight role; deliberations resume Tuesday morning.
Riverside OKs $4.3M Contract for Gage Canal Trail's First Phase
After years of delays, the city has secured funding and a contractor for the historic canal corridor's transformation into a trail.
This Week in City Hall: July 20, 2026
City Council meets twice on Inspector General recruitment, museum board reviews collection additions, police review panel considers extending stop-data probe.
City Council Clears Path for Office-to-Housing Conversions
New ordinance eases zoning and building rules for converting vacant offices and commercial buildings into housing.
City Council Approves New Distance Rules for Smoke Shops
Existing stores get two years to relocate or close under ordinance rejecting a longer compliance window.
Council Extends Timeline for Downtown Student Housing Project
Overland Pelican Riverside LLC takes over the project as the city extends deadlines for entitlement, escrow and construction.
Board of Public Utilities Votes to Close Agricultural Water Rate to New Applicants
The 6-1 vote follows a 2025 staff decision to freeze new enrollment as the program nears its $684,000 subsidy cap.
Sears Demolition, New Developer Mark Next Steps for Arlington Mixed-Use Project
Bridge Housing takes over residential portion of the long-stalled Arlington Village redevelopment as the city finalizes the project's parcel map.