Utility Board Approves $5 Million Battery Storage Rebate Plan
Rebate would offer up to $10,000 per household, with a higher tier for low-income customers, pending City Council approval.
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Third-Quarter Budget Update Reports Stable Finances Despite Cannabis Tax, Development Fee Shortfalls
Officials say the city remains financially stable, though cannabis tax revenue and development-related income continue to lag.
Midweek Update: City Hall Moves on Housing, Roads, and Leadership
The city tapped an interim city manager, cleared the way for new housing and road work, and rolled out a rebate program for home energy storage.
City Council Taps Tom Hatch as Interim City Manager
Hatch, who has led interim transitions in four Southern California cities, begins the role July 31.
Inspector General Search Narrows to Two Candidates
The watchdog position, created by voters in 2024, has drawn both support and criticism as the search continues.
This Week in City Hall: July 27, 2026
Council considers an agreement to appoint an interim city manager, weighs Bridle Ridge bonds, historic property protections. Housing panel reviews state density laws, prohousing funding. Utilities board weighs battery rebates, turf rules.
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.
Inspector General Search Continues as Council Holds Second Closed Session
Two residents weighed in on the closed-door process as the council's search for an inspector general continues.
City Council Approves Overnight Parking Zone for Larkin Court, Pilot for Monroe Street
Yearlong pilot will test one-way traffic and diagonal parking on the Monroe Street frontage road.
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.
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Riverside Approves Casa Blanca Land Sale for Storage, Affordable Homes Project
The deal replaces an earlier, larger residential proposal with four affordable homes and a self-storage complex along Railroad Avenue.