RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies recognized Riverside Public Utilities-Water Division yesterday with a national award for "significant contribution to the drinking water industry." Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The City of Riverside is one of the prestigious bronze level Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC), according to the League of American Bicyclists. Riverside is being recognized for its commitment to improving conditions for bicycling and its practice of making focused investment in bicycling programs and facilities. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies recognized Riverside Public Utilities-Water Division yesterday with a national award for "significant contribution to the drinking water industry." Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) received a prominent award at the Inland Empire’s 2009 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Polaris Awards in San Bernardino last night. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Justin Scott-Coe, a member of the City of Riverside Board of Public Utilities, will receive the Iron Eyes Cody Award for his environmental stewardship from Keep Riverside Clean and Beautiful Oct. 28. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The City of Riverside has been chosen as one of 21 cities worldwide to receive the distinctive Smart21 Communities award. Garnered from 13 nations, Riverside was one of only six U.S. Cities to receive the recognition. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - For the 12th consecutive year, Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) has given two budding local artists a chance to be seen on 60,000 individual canvases throughout the city. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Riverside residents can drop off their e-waste and bulky items for free. Proof of residency is required. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Take a walk with the Mayor along one of Riverside’s most scenic and treasured streets, Victoria Avenue. On Saturday, October 10, join Mayor Ron Loveridge and special guest Craig Fiegener of InstantRiverside.com in a two and half mile walk along Victoria Avenue. Walkers will meet at the corner of Victoria Avenue and Lincoln Avenues at 7:30 a.m. Festivities commence with a ribbon cutting ceremony in recognition of recent upgrades to the Avenue. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - With Autumn upon us, and with Halloween around the corner, what better way to spend a weekend morning than by taking the family to see a free Halloween themed movie? Read More...

New sewer main line to be installed at Van Buren Boulevard and Arlington Avenue

Riverside, Calif. - On Friday, October 9 at 9:00 p.m., the City of Riverside will begin work to replace an old and undersized section of sewer main line which serves as a direct feed to the water quality control plant. Read More...

Riverside, CA - Mayor Ron Loveridge announces the launch of Riverside's first Senior Corps Office during a week long series of activities, October 6-9, 2009. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Riverside residents may never celebrate Public Power Week as zealously as...well, Groundhog Day.

But to customer-owned Riverside Public Utilities, the Oct. 6-10 occasion is an ideal chance to let residents know about their own utility company.

"No one marks it on their calendar, but those in the power business know when it's coming," said Christine Spahr, customer service manager. "It's also an ideal way to celebrate National Customer Service Week, the same week. Our customers are the owners of the utility, so excellence in customer service is extremely important at RPU." Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Come to Fairmount Park/Isaac Walton Building on Saturday, October 10 and watch your Councilmember race for the win in an eight-foot sabot on Lake Evans!

The event will be held from 3 - 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from your Councilmember, the Riverside Community Sailing Program, or the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.

Proceeds will go the Riverside Community Sailing Program and the charity of the winning Councilmember's choice. For information, please contact the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (951) 826-2000. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The City of Arts and Innovation has ventured once more into the green zone, passing several initiatives last night that drew the praise of the California Department of Conservation. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Everyone is invited to the first environmental conference hosted by 200 Mount Rubidoux Manor Retirement Community seniors from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, at the city's White Park, 3901 Market Street. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The lineup for the Inaugural Concert Season at the newly restored, historic Fox Performing Arts Center was unveiled on Thursday, September 24.

Local radio personality Brian Casey along with the City of Riverside Mayor and City Council announced the highly anticipated schedule of internationally renowned, award-winning recording artists, television and film personalities, comedians and authors.

The grand opening performance for the newly restored Fox will be Grammy Award-winning artist Sheryl Crow on January 22 & 23, 2010, and tickets range from $65 to $275.

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - On Thursday, September 24, 2009, at 4 p.m. on the Grier Pavilion in City Hall (3900 Main Street, 7th Floor), the City of Riverside Mayor and City Council along with Operator Bill Malone will announce the initial programming for the Inaugural Concert Season of the newly restored historic Fox Performing Arts Center in Riverside. Joining city officials will be KOLA FM's host Brian Casey. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The Jackson Building, once the site of a thriving Japanese-American business in the early 20th century, has been listed on the California Register of Historical Resources. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - The weekly "Green Power Report," a weekly radio discussion of Riverside's clean and green programs sponsored by Riverside Public Utilities (RPU), spotlights an upcoming senior green event in the city. Read More...

The Mayor's Model Deaf Community Committee presents the 10th Annual Deaf Awareness Week - September 20-27, 2009. The Week's events focus on increasing communication, interaction, and understanding between Riverside's deaf and hearing communities. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Five railroad crossings in the city will be closed for track maintenance from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. at various dates in September and October, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad officials announced today. Read More...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. - One of the reasons Donna Dacier choose to live in Riverside more than a decade ago was what has drawn people to Southern California for generations.

"I love the sun," she said.

So installing a photovoltaic system for her home seemed like a natural fit, she said. When she found out about Riverside Public Utilities' (RPU) rebate and federal tax incentives, that move made economic sense as well. Read More...

The City of Riverside was recently recognized by both the State of California Assembly and Senate for its model program in rail safety developed through its partnership with Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Read More...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., - Sept. 1, 2009 - e.Republic's Center for Digital Government has announced the winners of its 2009 Best of the Web and Digital Government Achievement Awards.

Best of the Web ranks the top U.S. state and local Web portals, recognizing advances in digital solutions and communication with citizens, government communities and business. The Digital Government Achievement Awards showcase progressive and innovative Web sites and digital applications by government entities worldwide. Read more...

Round up the kids and go to the UltraStar Cinemas in Riverside to see a free movie as part of a recently announced G-rated Family Film Program. Riverside Mayor Ron Loveridge has partnered with UltraStar Cinemas to provide free tickets to family friendly G-rated films which run every Saturday and Sunday throughout the Fall. Read more...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The California Riverside Ballet is raising the barre at the Cesar Chavez Center, 2060 University Ave., with a free ballet demonstration and performance at 3 p.m., Tuesday.

This is an encore to last year’s performance at the Eastside community center. Read more...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Sister Cities International has awarded Riverside with the “Innovation: Arts & Culture Award” during their 2009 Annual Awards Program held in Belfast, Ireland. Read more...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Riverside residents can drop off their e-waste and bulky items for free. Proof of residency is required. Read more...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – Riverside residents joined Mayor Ron Loveridge as he hosted California State Assemblymember Ted Lieu for a discussion regarding the Foreclosure Prevention Act and ways to assist residents facing foreclosure. Read more...

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – City of Riverside officials are touting recently installed high-efficiency toilets as modern day misers of water. They are saving millions of precious gallons in a program aimed at multi-family dwellings and hotels. Read more...

The City of Riverside is now accepting applications for the new 75-unit TELACU El Paseo Senior Apartments. This new, affordable senior complex is located at 4030 Harrison Street. View the rendering here.

The city of Riverside is now a member of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The city invites everyone to a free concert celebrating opera, 2 p.m., Saturday, at the César Chávez Community Center, 2060 University Ave.

The concert is the culmination of a city-sponsored weeklong youth opera camp and an adult master class ending Friday.

All city and county late fees and past-due dog license amounts will be waived during July and August.  Owners will be able to license their dogs at 2008-09 rates during the two-month amnesty program.

The City of Riverside Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is proud to present the 4th of July Spectacular at the Riverside Sports Complex. Enjoy live music as we celebrate our country's independence. Gates open at 7pm and the fireworks show begins promptly at 9pm. Children under 5 are free, $4 per person. Tickets are on sale at the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department (3936 Chestnut St.).

Construction for the Van Buren Boulevard Widening project begins July 6. As part of the City’s ongoing Riverside Renaissance, this $22 million project will widen Van Buren Boulevard from two to three lanes in each direction between Jackson Street and Jurupa Avenue.

La sierra/arlanza project area committee City of riverside Adjourned regular meeting Agenda La Sierra Branch Library July 8, 2009 4600 La Sierra Ave.

Riverside residents can now see what federal stimulus dollars are coming to their neighborhoods at a new city Web site -- www.riversideca.gov/Recovery

Unanimous City Council action on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, established the City of Riverside as the "City of Arts & Innovation."

The concept to brand Riverside as the "City of Arts & Innovation" arose from the process of developing the Riverside Arts Plan and was approved on June 3, 2009, at Mayor Loveridge’s Cultural Accountability Performance (CAP) meeting. Read More...

What is more important than the well being of children and families? Mayor Ron Loveridge answers this question by taking on the National League of Cities’ (NLC) Action Challenge for Children and Families.

As a kickoff to this Challenge, in recognition of the worst economic crisis of our time, Mayor Loveridge and the City of Riverside have partnered with United Way of the Inland Valleys to host free financial workshops, titled Money Works, at various Park, Recreation, and Community Services centers in Riverside. For more information, call (951) 826-2436 or download the flyer here.