From the Mayor's Desk
On the first Monday of each month the Mayor shares an editorial view on the happenings of Riverside.
Opinion: Effective Advocacy Transforms Riverside's Future
Mayor's leadership in Big City Mayors coalition helps deliver $300 million in funding while championing mental health reform and homelessness solutions.
Opinion: Riverside Fire Department Ramps Up Staffing Amid Heightened Wildfire Threat
Chief McKinster leads proactive measures, including strategic resource deployment and increased patrols to identify potential hazards
Opinion: Green Tech Revolution Takes Root in Riverside
Riverside is driving sustainable innovation with cutting-edge companies and transformative collaborations.
Opinion: Local Leaders Take on Riverside’s Rising Expectations
Riversiders are turning to local leaders for answers. Here’s how the City Council and Mayor are stepping up and what residents can do to help.
Improving Riverside's Waste Collection: Addressing Delays and Planning for the Future
Addressing resident concerns, the city takes swift action on waste collection delays while planning for long-term improvements.
Riverside’s Craft Brewers Take Center Stage in New Community Outreach Series
A series was launched celebrating local craft brewers and businesses, fostering community and collaboration.
Riverside’s Renewed Fight Against Homelessness: Enforcement and Compassion
"The recent decision in the Supreme Court Grants Pass case will enhance our city’s efforts as an additional tool in our arsenal to navigate and mitigate the complex issue of homelessness."
Riverside Rolls Out Summer Fun with Park Upgrades and Fresh Activities
"In a dedicated effort to enhance our city’s outdoor spaces, the City Council has green-lit several park improvements over the last few weeks."
Casting ‘Riverside Magic’: exceptional service shapes our city’s future
Emphasizing the role of exceptional customer service in economic development, Riverside recently hosted a training academy teaching our employees to infuse everyday interactions with ‘Riverside Magic’.
Fighting for Home: Riverside’s push for continued funding to combat homelessness
“On April 23, I stood with the Big City Mayor’s Coalition to urge state legislators not to cut vital funding that has significantly reduced homelessness in Riverside.”
One Year On: Riverside's Youth Job Corps Celebrates Milestone Success
Celebrating its first anniversary, Riverside's Youth Job Corps has transformed $4.4 million of state funding into life-changing job opportunities for the city's youth.
From Potholes to Progress: The Impact of 20 Years of 311 in Riverside
"As we celebrate 20 years of Riverside's 311 call center, I'm proud to highlight how this vital service has become a cornerstone of our city's responsiveness and community engagement."