City of Riverside, California http://www.riversideca.gov Current announcements from the City of Riverside. Fri, 5 Apr 2013 17:46 PST en-us On May 16, 2013 the City of Riverside received its long-awaited Asset Transfer Review from the State Controller's Office (SCO) allowing the City to complete the transfer of approximately 70 former Redevelopment Agency assets. The City attempted to transfer these properties to the Successor Agency, but was unable to obtain title insurance to complete the transactions. The Controller's report provides the documentation that the City has requested to properly transfer these assets pursuant to State Law. Read More...

]]> City Works with California State Controller to Complete Property Transfers, Only $64,000 Remains at Question http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0517-city-works-with-california-state-controller-to-complete-property-transfers.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0517-city-works-with-california-state-controller-to-complete-property-transfers.pdf Fri, 17 May 2013 14:56:49 GMT On May 16, 2013 the City of Riverside received its long-awaited Asset Transfer Review from the State Controller's Office (SCO) allowing the City to complete the transfer of approximately 70 former Redevelopment Agency assets. The City attempted to transfer these properties to the Successor Agency, but was unable to obtain title insurance to complete the transactions. The Controller's report provides the documentation that the City has requested to properly transfer these assets pursuant to State Law. Read More...

]]> Teens that have demonstrated leadership in the classroom and beyond will be recognized in an afternoon of inspiring stories as Riverside’s Mayor Rusty Bailey and the City Council honor Riverside’s 25 Most Remarkable Teens on Tues, May 21 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Riverside City Council Chambers, 3900 Main Street. Read More...

]]> News Release: Riverside teens to be recognized for leadership http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0517-riverside-teens-recognized-for-leadership.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0517-riverside-teens-recognized-for-leadership.pdf Fri, 17 May 2013 00:54:19 GMT Teens that have demonstrated leadership in the classroom and beyond will be recognized in an afternoon of inspiring stories as Riverside’s Mayor Rusty Bailey and the City Council honor Riverside’s 25 Most Remarkable Teens on Tues, May 21 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Riverside City Council Chambers, 3900 Main Street. Read More...

]]> Thanks to a grant provided by the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC), getting to a destination in Riverside just got easier due to recent signal timing improvements along Alessandro Boulevard/Central Avenue, Van Buren Boulevard, Trautwein Road, and Magnolia Avenue/Market Street. Read More...

]]> Four major traffic corridors modified – cuts drive time by up to 10 minutes http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0515-traffic-signal-improvements---cuts-drive-time.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0515-traffic-signal-improvements---cuts-drive-time.pdf Wed, 15 May 2013 21:41:53 GMT Thanks to a grant provided by the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC), getting to a destination in Riverside just got easier due to recent signal timing improvements along Alessandro Boulevard/Central Avenue, Van Buren Boulevard, Trautwein Road, and Magnolia Avenue/Market Street. Read More...

]]> With residents poised to vote on Measure A, the ballot initiative that will determine whether the City of Riverside should continue transferring water revenues to its General Fund, City Manager Scott Barber outlined some of the potential cuts the City could face if the measure is not approved by voters. Read More...

]]> Voters’ decision on Measure A to affect essential City services http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0508-voters'-decision-on-measure-a-to-affect-essential-city-services.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0508-voters'-decision-on-measure-a-to-affect-essential-city-services.pdf Wed, 08 May 2013 14:59:23 GMT With residents poised to vote on Measure A, the ballot initiative that will determine whether the City of Riverside should continue transferring water revenues to its General Fund, City Manager Scott Barber outlined some of the potential cuts the City could face if the measure is not approved by voters. Read More...

]]> Riverside Among 217 “Playful City USA” Communities http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0507-riverside-named-2013-playful-city.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0507-riverside-named-2013-playful-city.pdf Tue, 07 May 2013 18:56:43 GMT With research proving play is critical to the overall well-being of children, Riverside earned recognition from national non-profit KaBOOM! as a 2013 Playful City USA community for our efforts to give children the childhood they deserve by providing ample opportunities for play. This year, 217 cities and towns were recognized. Read More...

]]> Supreme Court rules in favor of City of Riverside http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0506-supreme-court-decides-in-favor-of-city-of-riverside.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0506-supreme-court-decides-in-favor-of-city-of-riverside.pdf Mon, 06 May 2013 19:28:54 GMT Monday morning, California’s Supreme Court released a 7-0 decision in favor of the City of Riverside supporting the local ban on facilities that distribute medical marijuana. The ruling upholds the lower court’s finding that Riverside’s ban on medical marijuana dispensaries and collectives is valid. Read More...

]]> Riverside leaders to discuss program impacts if Measure A fails http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0503-riverside-leaders-to-discuss-budget-if-measure-a-fails.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0503-riverside-leaders-to-discuss-budget-if-measure-a-fails.pdf Fri, 03 May 2013 17:29:33 GMT Next Tuesday night at 6:30 pm, the Riverside City Council will hear an oral report from City Manager Scott Barber outlining proposed impacts to the budget and City services if Measure A is not approved by voters in June.

Riverside’s fiscal year begins July 1. Because the result of the election will not be known until June 4, Riverside must plan for two very different budget scenarios for next fiscal year -- depending on the outcome of Measure A. Read More...

]]> Mayor expresses condolences for family of former Council Member Ameal Moore -- Moore passed away this morning http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0429-ameal-moore-statement.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0429-ameal-moore-statement.pdf Thu, 02 May 2013 17:53:13 GMT We are deeply saddened by the loss of former Council Member Ameal Moore (Ward 2) who passed away this morning. Read More...

]]> Riverside settles water transfer lawsuit http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0430-riverside-settles-water-transfer-lawsuit.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0430-riverside-settles-water-transfer-lawsuit.pdf Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:44:25 GMT The City of Riverside settled a lawsuit challenging its century-old practice of transferring Water Fund monies to the General Fund because an unexpected loss in court could have wiped out the City’s reserves and robbed voters of an opportunity to once again decide the fate of the transfer that pays for essential services. Read More...

]]> Mayor honored by UCLA http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0425-riverside-mayor-honored-by-ucla.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0425-riverside-mayor-honored-by-ucla.pdf Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:38:32 GMT Last week, Riverside Mayor was recognized as 2013 Alumnus of the Year by UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs. Read More...

]]> Riverside welcomes new Marketing Manager http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0423-riverside-welcomes-new-marketing-manager.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0423-riverside-welcomes-new-marketing-manager.pdf Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:59:13 GMT This week, the City of Riverside Office of Economic Development welcomed Collette Hanna. Ms. Hanna was hired as the City’s Marketing Manager, a key position on the economic development team. Ms. Hanna has worked in marketing for over 15 years – eight of those in economic development marketing. Read More...

]]> Riverside City Hall named "Bicycle Friendly Business" by League of American Bicyclists http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0422-riverside-city-hall-named-bike-friendly-business.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0422-riverside-city-hall-named-bike-friendly-business.pdf Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:55:25 GMT On this Earth Day, the League of American Bicyclists recognized City of Riverside City Hall with a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award for leading America toward a greener future.

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]]> City Earns Finding of Completion from Department of Finance. Construction Projects Can Proceed http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0418-foc-press-release-4-18-13.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0418-foc-press-release-4-18-13.pdf Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:35:49 GMT On April 17, 2013, Riverside received a Finding of Completion from the State Department of Finance. The Finding of Completion was awarded to Riverside after the Department of Finance confirmed that the City as Successor Agency had fulfilled requirements of redevelopment dissolution legislation, which included paying $18,640,600 to the State.

"This is great news for Riverside" said Mayor Rusty Bailey. "City leaders and staff demonstrated strategic thinking, cooperation and determination to achieve this critical finding. Their efforts will result in making Riverside an even more attractive and desirable place to live."

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]]> Mayor commends Riverside staff -- praised by 2013 State Mock Trial hosts http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0416-riverside-mayor-commends-city-staff.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0416-riverside-mayor-commends-city-staff.pdf Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:45:51 GMT In a recent letter, organizers of the 2013 State Mock Trial Competition thanked the City of Riverside for assistance in making this year’s competition a success.

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]]> Riverside and local artist collaborate to feature art on city underpass http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0416-riverside-and-local-artist-collaborate---art-on-major-underpass.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0416-riverside-and-local-artist-collaborate---art-on-major-underpass.pdf Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:34:54 GMT The Riverside Metropolitan Museum recently installed new art pieces on the Magnolia Avenue Underpass. The medallions were designed by a local artist Cosme Cordova and depict the Magnolia flower which is abundant throughout the City.

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]]> Riverside Mayor extends condolences to Boston Marathon bombing victims http://www.riversideca.gov http://www.riversideca.gov Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:22:50 GMT It is with great sorrow that we extend our condolences to our friends and their loved ones across the country who are suffering in the wake of the tragic bombings at or near the Boston Marathon site.

Our very own Brian Guzetta, an 18 year veteran of the Riverside Fire Department, ran the Boston Marathon today. He was in Boston with his wife and his family. We are happy to report that while they were in the vicinity when the bombings occurred, they are unharmed and with loved ones.

May peace be with you all.

Rusty Bailey

Mayor

City of Riverside

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]]> 'Fireball Run' names Riverside, CA Finish for 2013 Adventurally http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0411-fireball-run.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0411-fireball-run.pdf Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:15:05 GMT FIREBALL RUN is a life-sized, action packed 2500 mile trivia game with the sole purpose of aiding in a massive effort to recover America’s missing children.

Producers of the “the most epic Adventurally in America” were charmed by Riverside’s scenic downtown, an energetic Mayor, positive economic climate and welcoming nature and selected Riverside to serve as the finish line for the FIREBALL RUN 2013. Read More...

]]> City creates “news ticker” display for GTV http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0408-riverside-ticker-news-release.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0408-riverside-ticker-news-release.pdf Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:56:56 GMT Today, Riverside’s Government TV added a “news ticker” feature to scroll across the bottom of the screen every 30 minutes.

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]]> Proposed Brockton Avenue Bike Lane Project http://riversideca.gov/publicworks/pdf/2013/brockton-avenue-final-presentation.pdf http://riversideca.gov/publicworks/pdf/2013/brockton-avenue-final-presentation.pdf Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:36:12 GMT The City is proposing to restripe Brockton Avenue between Mission Inn Avenue and Central Avenue in an effort to encourage the use of alternate modes of transportation such as bicycling and walking and reduce vehicle use.

By restriping Brockton Avenue as proposed, the project will not only provide bike lanes, but will also facilitate entry and exit from side streets and driveways and move left turning vehicles out of the path of thru traffic by reducing the number of travel lanes and adding a continuous left turn lane. Read More...

]]> Office of Economic Development Wins Regional Marketing Awards http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0321-press-release-riverside-addy-awards-2013.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0321-press-release-riverside-addy-awards-2013.pdf Thu, 21 Mar 2013 23:40:49 GMT Last week, the City of Riverside Office of Economic Development took home several awards from the 2013 American Advertising Federation-Inland Empire ADDY Gala for several of its marketing efforts. Read More...

]]> Riverside Selects Chief Innovation Officer http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0318-l-deesing-press-release.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0318-l-deesing-press-release.pdf Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:24:09 GMT Riverside City Manager Scott Barber today announced the appointment of Lea Deesing as the City’s Chief Innovation Officer. www.riversideca.gov Read More...

]]> Riverside Parks & Recreation Receives Two Awards of Excellence http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0308-news-release-parks-awards.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0308-news-release-parks-awards.pdf Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:29:59 GMT The City of Riverside, Parks Recreation & Community Services Department (PRCSD) received two Awards of Excellence from the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) this week at the 2013 California and Pacific Southwest Recreation and Park Training Conference in San Jose, CA. Read More...

]]> Riverside Board of Public Utilities Welcomes New Members, Names New Chairs http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0301-riverside-board-of-public-utilities-welcomes-new-members-names-new-chairs.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0301-riverside-board-of-public-utilities-welcomes-new-members-names-new-chairs.pdf Fri, 01 Mar 2013 18:17:31 GMT Riverside, Calif. – The City of Riverside’s Board of Public Utilities welcomed three new members, and named its new Chair and Vice Chair at its regularly scheduled meeting today. Read More...

]]> Riverside Sings! 6th Annual Vocal Competition http://www.riversideca.gov/park_rec http://www.riversideca.gov/park_rec Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:15:38 GMT May 21 (youth 5 – 17) and May 22 (adults 18+)

$20 per person pre-registration (by May 13 at 5 p.m.)

$30 per person day of event

Do you have what it takes to be the next Riverside Sings Champion? The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is holding open auditions to compete in the 6th Annual Vocal Competition. The top 28 contestants will sing live at one of the Rhythm of Riverside Summer Concerts (held every Wednesday, June 19 - Aug. 14, excluding July 3, from 6 - 9 p.m.) and eligible to win up to $1,000 in cash and prizes. Auditions will be held at the César Chavéz Auditorium (2060 University Ave.) from 5:30 - 9 p.m. on May 21 for youth ages 5 - 17 years and May 22 for adults 18 years and older. Download an application online at http://www.riversideca.gov/park_rec or pick one up at any community center. Cash is not accepted. Pre-registration will be accepted until Monday, May 13 at 5 p.m.; after May 13 registration will be accepted the night of auditions on a first-come, first-serve basis if space is available.

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]]> City Fights to Protect Local Interests - Files Lawsuit Against Calif Dept of Finance http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0228-riverside-news-release_city-files-lawsuit-against-california-dept-of-finance.pdf http://www.riversideca.gov/press_releases/2013-0228-riverside-news-release_city-files-lawsuit-against-california-dept-of-finance.pdf Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:11:46 GMT Yesterday, the Successor Agency for the City of Riverside Redevelopment Agency filed a lawsuit against the California Department of Finance (DOF) to recover funds that the DOF has incorrectly denied the City of Riverside. Read More...

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