Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rialto public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in taxes budget with high priority
Billboard Easement Sale
The city sold easements under four digital billboards on city-owned parcels for about $3.8 million, keeping its free ad benefits but giving up a long-term income stream from the leases.
Replacing Contract Workers with City Employees
Mayor Pro Tem Scott has pushed for years to bring plan checking and inspections in-house, arguing contractors deliver slower, lower-quality work. The council capped contract services at half their budget and required a December report on hiring progress.
City Workforce Vacancies (AB 2561)
The city has 46 open jobs out of 502 positions — a 9.16% vacancy rate. Council members criticized slow hiring timelines and pushed HR to recruit locally and fill vacancies faster, since open positions affect the budget and workload.