Government
Perry Won't Seek Reelection After Three Terms on Council
Longtime Ward 6 representative reflects on career, hopes for successor as he prepares to step away from public office.
This Week in City Hall: May 26, 2025
City Council does not meet this week; the schedule of other public meetings is light this Memorial Day week.
Battle Over Transparency Erupts at Gage Canal Company
Watchdog files Brown Act petition while company seeks restraining order against him.
This Week in City Hall: May 19, 2025
Council will consider the potential conversion of a hotel into permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals, an $8.1 million contract for a Patterson Park renovation, and updates to industrial development standards that address community concerns about warehouse proliferation.
City Council Sets Hearing for Budget Amendments Amid Economic Concerns
City faces $2.5 million drop in sales tax revenue, pulls $7.65 million from reserves.
This Week in City Hall: May 12, 2025
City Council will review a $31.3M budget amendment amid revenue shortfalls. Discussion of Riverside Transmission and Reliability Project alternatives has been removed from the agenda.
City Council Approves Historic District Sign Program Update
Council votes to spend $135,000 on new signs, landmark plaques and future district survey.
This Week in City Hall: May 5, 2025
A $6.6 million street maintenance contract, potential updates to the City's historic district signage program, and revising crossing guard cost-sharing arrangements with school districts are on this week's agendas.
Riverside Weighs $35 Million Conversion of Hotel into Permanent Supportive Housing
City could secure state HomeKey Plus funding to transform struggling hotel, though newly opened businesses express concerns about timing.
This Week in City Hall: April 28, 2025
City Council will weigh interim city attorney picks. The Housing Committee will review Safe Parking pilot details and a proposal to turn a University Ave hotel into affordable studios for people experiencing homelessness.
Council Amends Sunshine Ordinance to Streamline Advisory Body Meetings
Change from 12 days to three business days aims to boost efficiency while preserving public access.
Orange Grove Housing Plan Pulled from Council Agenda
State warns Riverside officials that rejecting Victoria Avenue development could violate housing laws.