Monday Gazette: June 30, 2025
Hello Riverside, and Happy Monday! The day is here, and I'm so thrilled to celebrate our 10,000-subscriber milestone tonight. This is a milestone worth celebrating because this publication would not—could not—exist without each of you sharing your time and attention with our work.
The celebration is open-house, drop-in style at Bar Ni Modo inside the new Farmhouse Collective, beginning at 5 p.m. We will be toasting together precisely at 6 p.m. Our 100 free drink tickets have all been claimed, but even if you didn't snag one, we would still love for you to join us. I look forward to meeting you!
GOVERNMENT
This Week in City Hall: June 30, 2025
RPD's new illegal fireworks drone detection program, a 3rd Street eminent domain consideration, and a $3.3 million contract to advance the design of a new downtown police headquarters are on Council’s agenda.
Welcome to our weekly digest on public meetings and agenda items worth your attention in the coming week. This guide is part of our mission to provide everyday Riversiders like you with the information to speak up on the issues you care about.
City Council
City Council will meet in closed and open sessions on Tuesday, July 1, at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. (agenda). The agenda includes:
- A presentation from the Police Department on the new enhanced illegal fireworks enforcement program, which uses drone technology and host liability to detect and cite violations.
- An update on the Streamline Riverside Refresh effort to improve development services through technology upgrades and more predictable permitting and inspection processes.
- Consideration of authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire property for the Third Street railroad underpass project if the current purchase agreement fails to close on schedule.
- Considering a $3.3 million contract amendment with Holt Architects to advance the design of a new downtown police headquarters that would replace the current 1963 facility for an estimated $62 million.
No other boards or commissions are meeting this week.
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SPORTS
Riverside Soccer Team Goes Undefeated at National Tournament
A group of 16- and 17-year-old soccer players from Riverside won four straight games at a major youth tournament last week, beating teams from across the country.
Albion SC Riverside's Under-17 boys team swept the Elite Academy National tournament in Missouri, going 4-0 and claiming the championship title. The team's success highlights the strength of Riverside's youth soccer program on the national stage.
Driving the news: The team scored 10 goals while conceding only three, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength throughout the tournament.
- Four players were named to the tournament's "Best 11" all-star team: Lucas Hernandez, Hugo Gomez, Richard Milam, and goalkeeper Johan Aldana.
Why it matters: This victory marks the team's second consecutive EA National tournament win, solidifying their position as a top-performing youth soccer club in the United States.
- The team competed against clubs from major metro areas with larger player pools, demonstrating Riverside's ability to develop high-caliber talent.
What's next: The team will compete in the new MLS II format for their final year of club soccer before aging out of youth competition.
- This transition provides a pathway for players seeking college soccer opportunities or professional careers.
The bottom line: Coach Bryan Magana, who has led the team for over five years, attributes their success to the players' passion and commitment.
- "This group is special—they have shown pure passion and commitment," Magana said.
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Noteworthy
Unofficial results from the June 24 Assembly District 63 special primary election show Republican Natasha Johnson and Democrat Chris Shoults advancing to a runoff, with vote counting still underway in the race for the open seat.
Riverside Arts Academy's Mariachi Campana needs $5,000 by June 30 (today) to compete at the Mariachi Nationals in Anaheim, rallying community support to "show the nation what Riverside can do" on this prestigious stage.
UC Riverside climate scientist Robert Allen co-authored groundbreaking research showing how microorganisms create cloud-forming particles, with findings suggesting tree restoration's climate benefits may be significantly underestimated in current models.
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What's Happening in Riverside
Today
- Volunteer Interest Hour at Riverside Meals on Wheels, Inc
- Adult Ballet Classes all levels at Riverside Ballet Arts L.L.C. ($25- $144)
- Beginners Round Dance Class Two Step at Cowtown Square Dance Center (Free- $10)
- Neon in the Gutters: Cyberpunk Visions of the Future at UCR
- Surf Wagon- Paint and Sip at The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Raise a Glass with The Raincross Gazette: Celebrating 10,000 Subscribers at Bar Ni Modo at The Farmhouse Collective
Tomorrow
- Riverside Magnolia Farmers Market at Riverside Magnolia Farmers Market
- Riverside County Board of Supervisors Meeting at County Administrative Center
- Reading Assistance Program at My Learning Studio ($79- $85)
- Aaron Norris Creative Fund Annual Grants & Scholarships Awards at Riverside County Office of Education
- City Council at Riverside City Hall
- Inland Empire Chorus Rehearsal at Temple Beth El Synagogue
- Tuesday Karaoke at The Hideaway
Save The Date
- October 18: The Riverside Citrus Classic Bike Ride at Riverside Plaza ($15- $80)
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