Upcoming official agenda · automatically imported
City council · Riverside, CA · 2026-10-20
Riverside City Council
UPCOMING: Riverside City Council is scheduled to meet on 2026-10-20 with 60 items on the posted agenda. About $71,923,736 in public funds is named in the agenda text. Items are listed for individual consideration. Votes have not happened yet — this is your window to comment. Pulled automatically from the agency's official calendar.
Packet
60 pp
90 minute read here
Agenda items
60
Scheduled for consideration · no vote yet
Amounts referenced
$71,923,736
From agenda text; not an approved total
Transparency
87/100
Public access to material terms
Agenda items
Scheduled for consideration
Item 1 — The City of Riverside is committed to providing high quality municipal services to ensure a safe, inclusive, and livable community. Spanish interpreters will be available in person and via phone. To participate virtually, two options are available: VIA TELEPHONE: Call (951) 826-8686 and follow the p
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 2 — MAYOR CALLS MEETING TO ORDER
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 3 — MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3233 — City Manager Updates
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3377 — Retirement recognition for Deputy Police Chief Charles Payne
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3190 — Public Utilities Department overview and employee recognition (All Wards) (10-minute presentation)
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3216 — Authorize Option A to continue implementing minor signing/striping and signal timing modifications as needed at Madison Street and Emerald Street - Alternatively, authorize Option B to issue repayment of $217,991 to proceed with reversion of HAWK signal operation at Madison Street and Emerald Street
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $264,961 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3217 — Award Request for Bids 8271 Agreement to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., Yorba Linda, for $3,369,000 from CDBG Project Funds, Measure A, and Gas Tax Accounts for 2025-2026 CDBG Street Improvements and Randolph Street Improvements, for term of 80 working days following commencement date specified in Notic
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $3,369,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
Item 9 — PUBLIC HEARING - Item # 39-43
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3139 — Case PC-2026-00408 - City of Riverside - Zoning Text Amendments - Determine Case PC-2026-00408 is exempt from further California Environmental Quality Review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) (General Rule), as it can be seen with certainty that approval of the project will not have effect on the envi
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3154 — Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) - Adopt a Resolution approving the Issuance of Tax-Exempt and/or Taxable Revenue Bonds pursuant to a plan of financing in a maximum aggregate principal amount not-to-exceed $45,000,000 by the California Municipal Finance Authority for the purpose of f
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $45,000,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3189 — Adopt a Resolution confirming the annual report of the Arlington Business Partnership acting in its capacity as the Advisory Board to the Arlington Business Improvement District and approving the levy and collection of the 2026-2027 annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27 - Waive further reading (
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3228 — Case PC-2025-00439 - Matt Reid for TDA Investment Group - Determine that project information provided in Environmental Impact Report Addendum will not result in significant effects on the environment, and therefore find project is consistent with adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program p
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3268 — Adopt a Resolution establishing Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 (Victoria Grove/Pinnacle Pointe/The Ranch) of the City of Riverside, authorizing the levy of special taxes and calling an election therein - Adopt a Resolution of the City of Riverside acting as the legislative body of Communit
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $10,000,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
Item 15 — CLOSED SESSIONS - Item # 44-49
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3221 — Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) to confer with and/or receive advice from legal counsel concerning anticipated litigation - one case
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3222 — Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(4) to confer with and/or receive advice from legal counsel concerning the City Council deciding whether to initiate litigation - two cases
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3223 — Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6 to review the City Council's position and instruct designated representatives regarding salaries, salary schedules, or compensation paid in the form of fringe benefits of all Management and Confidential employees as defined by PERS, Fire Management Unit, Riversid
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3224 — Pursuant to Government Code §54957(a), for consultation with Larry Gonzalez, Riverside Chief of Police, or his respective deputy, and George Khalil, Chief Innovation Officer, regarding threat to public services or facilities
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3267 — THIS ITEM HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA - Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1) to confer with and/or receive advice from legal counsel concerning Braulio Calderon, et al. v. City of Riverside, Riverside Superior Court, Case No. CVRI2506558
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3308 — Pursuant to Government Code §54957 for recruitment/appointment of City Manager by City Council
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 22 — CONSENT CALENDAR - Item # 7-35
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3378 — Approve legal budget with law firm of Jarvis Fay for not-to-exceed $130,000 from Sewer Fund, Outside Legal Services Account to defend the City in the California Supreme Court case entitled Regents of the University of California v. City of Riverside, an appeal to a writ of mandate action challenging
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $130,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3324 — File resignation of Carlos Trigueros from Airport Commission Ward 5 seat (All Wards)
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3240 — Approve minutes of October 6, 2026
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 26 — Community and Economic Development
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3162 — Approve Mills Act Historic Property Preservation Agreements for property tax reduction and corresponding property improvements with: Brian and Gina Walden, 3673 Linwood Place; Malissa McKeith, 2881 Rumsey Drive; Mary Lugo, 3601 Linwood Place; Jennifer Allen, 3869 Linwood Place; Benjamin and Hilary G
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3226 — Approve Commercial Lease Agreement with SPT Energy Base Hub (“SPT”) for initial monthly amount of $11,361.60, subject to annual CPI adjustments, for lease of City-owned surplus land for development and operation of hydrogen production, storage, dispensing, and fueling infrastructure, EV charging and
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $11,362 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3225 — Adopt a Resolution authorizing staff to establish a Capital Investment Program enabling the City to offer capital investment incentive amounts for qualifying manufacturing companies consistent with state law - Waive further reading - Submit required notifications to Governor’s Office of Business and
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3299 — Approve Third Amendment to Standard Industrial/Commercial Single-Tenant Lease Agreement with Stephen Campbell and Lisa Campbell, trustees of Stephen and Lisa Campbell Family Trust as Lessor, for $133,197.12 Plus $1,743.26 for alignment period, from Museum Facilities & Operations, Professional Servic
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $133,197 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-2945 — Approve Riverside New Car Dealers Association Annual Report - Adopt a Resolution declaring its intention to levy an annual assessment in the Auto Center Business Improvement District for the fiscal year beginning September 1, 2026, pursuant to Section 36534 of the California Streets and Highways cod
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3186 — Approve Riverside Downtown Partnership Annual Report - Adopt a Resolution declaring its intention to levy an annual assessment in the Downtown Parking and Business Improvement area for Calendar Year 2027 pursuant to section 36534 of the California Streets and Highways Code, generally describing the
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-2949 — Adopt a Resolution authorizing the submission of application and acceptance of grant award of $31,914 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program and authoriz
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $31,914 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3193 — Approve Agreement with All Star Fire Equipment Co., Arcadia, for not-to-exceed $447,658.17 from Fire Department Operations-Clothing/Linen/Safety Supplies Account for structure fire turnout gear for one-year term (All Wards)
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $447,658 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3241 — Accept Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation charitable grant award of $100,000 through San Manuel Cares program for Riverside Fire Department All-Hazards Situational Awareness and Community Fire Safety Initiative - Supplemental appropriation - Five affirmative votes required (All Wards)
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $100,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3192 — Approve Addendum to Agreement with American Medical Response Ambulance Service, Inc., Riverside, for ALS First Responder and Ambulance Services to clarify response-time penalty exemptions, timestamp corrections, and response-time calculations (All Wards)
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 37 — General Services
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3141 — THIS ITEM HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA - Authorize appropriation of $79,750 plus 15 percent contingency of $11,963 for total of $91,713 from Convention Center available funds to Convention Center Fund, General Services Professional Services Account for Convention Center operator procurement cons
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $91,713 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3152 — Approve Agreement with Ron Turley Associates, LLC, Glendale, Arizona, through Sourcewell Contract 102924-RTA for $190,992 from Central Garage Fund-General Services, Central Garage, Professional Services Account for Fleet360 Fleet Management Software Implementation Services for total of $368,338.10 f
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $368,338 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3161 — Approve purchase of four 2026 Honda Civic Sedan Hybrid Sport CVT Vehicles from 72 Hour LLC, DBA National Auto Fleet Group, Watsonville, through Sourcewell Contract No. 081325-NAF for $135,119.65 from Measure Z General Services-Fleet Services, Automotive Equipment Account for Fleet Services Motor Poo
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $135,120 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3187 — Approve purchase of 14 current model year Ford F-150 trucks from Fritts Ford, Riverside, for $656,290.98 from Central Garage Fund, Motor Pool, Automotive Equipment Account for Public Works and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Departments (All Wards)
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $656,291 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3214 — Approve purchase of one 2027 Ford F-350 SRW 2WD Crew Cab, two 2027 Ford Bronco 4WD w/Lighting SUVs, four 2027 Ford Bronco 4WD Big Bends, and four 2027 Ford F-150 XL Hybrid 4WD trucks from Raceway Ford, Riverside, for total of $503,912.81 from Central Garage-Motor Pool, Automotive Equipment Account f
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $503,913 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
Item 43 — Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3180 — Approve Second Amendment to Master Agreement with Ecolane USA, Inc., Wayne, Pennsylvania, for one-time amount of $8,500 and additional $77,640 per year from Ecolane Add-On and Safety Camera Enhancement-STA Accounts to amend scope of work and increase compensation for term of agreement by adding addi
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $8,500 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3311 — Terminate Landscape Maintenance Services Agreement with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc., Santa Ana, from Request for Proposal 2448 for Landscape Maintenance Services for Sports Parks effective October 31, 2026 - Award Landscape Maintenance Services Agreement from Request for Proposal 2448 to Brig
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $3,127,514 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3245 — Approve Second Amendment to Agreement with Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc., doing business as MIG, Inc., Berkeley, for $76,910 for total contract amount of $384,541.55 and increase change order authority to 37 percent for Fairmount Park Master Plan, to add additional Scope of Services, extend term for
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $384,542 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3218 — Approve Fifth Amendment to Toxicology Testing Agreement with Bio-Tox Laboratories, Inc., to increase compensation by $255,000 for total agreement of $755,000 from General Fund Police Department Administrative Services Professional Services Account extending term through June 30, 2027 - Fourth Amendm
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $755,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3270 — Approve Services Agreement with Hangar One Avionics, Inc., Carlsbad, for $300,248 from General Fund Police Department Aviation Unit Non-Stock Inventory account for Helicopter maintenance services including parts and labor through June 30, 2027 (All Wards)
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $300,248 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
Item 49 — Public Utilities
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3205 — Approve Cost Sharing Agreement with San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District for not-to-exceed $29,405 from Water Fund Public Utilities Water Engineering Professional Services Account for participation in The Salt and Nutrient Management Plan Phase 3A Study for Upper Santa Ana River Watershed
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $29,405 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3195 — Approve Assignment and Assumption Agreements for Request for Proposals 2137 and 2139 with Resource Innovations, Inc., formerly Richard Heath & Associates, Inc., for $5,000,000 for Outdoor Lighting Program respectively, and $5,000,000 for Small Business Direct Installation Program for terms as establ
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $5,000,000 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3212 — Approve purchase with Quinn Company, dba Caterpillar, Inc., Riverside, for $719,637.05 through Sourcewell Contract No. 011723-CAT from Measure A Fund, Public Works Asphalt Paver Account for Caterpillar AP655 Asphalt Paver - Supplemental appropriation - Five affirmative votes required (All Wards)
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $719,637 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
26-3319 — Approve rental agreement with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Mira Loma, for rental of temporary pumps, piping, and associated appurtenances for $323,112 with ten percent contingency of $32,311 for total amount of $355,423 from Public Works-Sewer System-Plant Maintenance-Sewer Equipment Replacement/Cons
In plain English
The board is being asked to authorize about $355,423 tied to this item.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Taxpayer dollars at stake. Request the staff report and bids before the vote, or submit public comment.
Item 54 — Successor Agency to Redevelopment Agency
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3332 — Adopt a Resolution as the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Riverside, approving the disposition of Successor Agency-owned Main Street Pedestrian Mall table-and-chair sets and shade structures and authorizing related actions - Waive further reading - Recommend County
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
Item 56 — DISCUSSION CALENDAR - Item 36-38
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3232 — Brief reports on conferences, seminars, and regional meetings attended by Mayor and City Council, Ward updates, and announcements of upcoming events Announcement of Committee meetings: Safety, Wellness and Youth Committee at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Art Pick Council Chamber Economic De
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3234 — Declaration of conflicts of interest and ex parte communications (City Council)
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3237 — City Attorney report on Closed Session discussions
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.
26-3239 — Items for future City Council consideration as requested by Mayor or Members of the City Council
In plain English
A proposed board action with no dollar figure stated in the agenda text.
How it was buried
Listed as a regular agenda item.
Impact: Review the staff report for costs not stated on the agenda before the vote.