Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Riverside public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in development with low priority
Executive board transitions
The board declined to excuse Joshua Fleming's unexcused absence after a pattern of late or no notice, and will consider extending the required advance-notice window beyond 24 hours. Three unexcused absences can cost a board member their seat.
Developer Day and Property Disposition
The city is hosting a Developer Day on October 21 and rolling out a new qualification-based process for selling city-owned land — aimed at picking the best developer, not just the highest bidder.
Sale of Riverside Canal Land to Greens Gibson, LLC.
The city was set to sell about 12,693 square feet of vacant canal land between Van Buren Boulevard and Gibson Street to a private developer under a purchase, sale and development agreement.
Work Uniforms and City Branded Apparel (V-17)
A new policy on work uniforms and city-branded apparel for employees was up for public comment. It affects which staff must wear uniforms and how apparel is provided.
Duplicate 'Victoria Grove' Neighborhood Name
A resident of the 20-year-old Victoria Grove community near La Sierra Avenue says a new approved development less than two miles away is using the same name, causing confusion — and asked Councilmember Mill to get the developer to change it.