Opinion
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.
Landmark Water Legislation Awaiting Governor’s Signature
SB 366, which addresses California's urgent water infrastructure needs, awaits the Governor's decision; stakeholders are urged to share their positions.
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.
The Inland Empire Brine Line: A Vital Water Management Solution
The Inland Empire Brine Line manages salty water disposal, processing half a million pounds of salt daily to protect the Santa Ana River and support local industries.
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."
Current Affairs: Moving forward with the Riverside Transmission Reliability Project
The Riverside Transmission Reliability Project, or RTRP, is a 230,000 Volt (230 kV) electric transmission line that will provide
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."
Water policy on the horizon: Key bills and regulations aim to reshape California’s water landscape
"Two critical actions are being contemplated by the State that will significantly impact future water supplies and impose significant restrictions on how we use water in urban settings."
Letter to the Editor: Former Mayor commends Council’s support for RTRP
“RTRP is the most important infrastructure investment Riverside will make in this generation and for many generations to come.”
Letter to the Editor: A glut of warehouses: Why we don’t need the West Campus Upper Plateau project
"Building warehouses in Riverside neighborhoods makes no sense. Even teenagers playing SimCity know that you don’t build warehouses next to homes. It decreases the health and quality of life of residents. We already have the worst air pollution of any region in the country."
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’.
Clear Waters Ahead: How Riverside's desalters transform local and downstream water quality
"Metropolitan is in the undesirable position of having high fixed costs for maintenance of its extensive water system and construction of needed new facilities but low fixed revenue."