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.
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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.
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 Approves New Distance Rules for Smoke Shops
Existing stores get two years to relocate or close under ordinance rejecting a longer compliance window.
Downtown Valet Pilot Trims Stations, Days After Six Months
An 11-response business survey shows positive feedback, but the pilot's losses have grown since launch.
City Marks Park and Recreation Month With Funding Boost, Employee Honors
Council approves HUD funding for four park projects as department celebrates July observance.
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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.