{
 "city": "Riverside",
 "state": "IA",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/riverside-ia/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-22",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to interview City Administrator candidates in closed session",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed-session interviews for City Administrator candidates. The body will also set a schedule for finalist interviews. No other business items are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/74/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/74"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "City Council to discuss city administrator candidate in closed session",
   "summary": "This is a special meeting of the Riverside City Council. The main business is a closed session to discuss a city administrator candidate, followed by setting a schedule for initial interviews. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/73/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/73"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider annexation of Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider the annexation of Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort. The agenda includes roll call, approval of the agenda, and the annexation item, followed by a motion to adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/71/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/71"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider annexation, pre-annexation agreement for Blackjack Beach RV resort",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold a public hearing on the Riverside Wellness Center plans and consider approving the final plans, cost estimate, and bid letting. The council will also review a memorandum of understanding and consider resolutions for a pre-annexation agreement, urban renewal area establishment, and a public hearing for the annexation of Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort. Additionally, they will consider a zoning amendment for 1178 Enterprise Dr and utility rate ordinance amendments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/70/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/70"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on rezoning Enterprise Dr, utility rate hikes, and capital plan",
   "summary": "The council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of ordinances to rezone 1178 Enterprise Dr from C-3 to M-1 and to amend utility rates in Chapters 92, 95, and 99. They will also adopt the Capital Improvements Plan, approve an EMS service agreement, and discuss the Wellness Center, CDBG downtown work, speed limit signage, and the Blackjack Beach RV resort agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/65/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/65"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-03",
   "body": "City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to walk through CDBG downtown revitalization project",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a work session to conduct a walkthrough of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Downtown Revitalization Project. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and site review item only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/66/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/66"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to reconsider wage adjustment for Deputy Clerk, set hearing for Capital Improvements Plan",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a resolution to set a public hearing date for the Capital Improvements Plan, an update on the Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort, and a reconsideration of a wage adjustment for the Deputy Clerk. The council will also receive reports from PeopleService and the City Engineer, and review June financials.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/64/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/64"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Rezoning application for 1178 Enterprise Dr to be reviewed",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a rezoning application for 1178 Enterprise Dr and discuss the Capital Improvements Plan. Five members were present; two were absent.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/63/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/63/minutes/get_agenda_document_link",
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/63"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to discuss TIF rebate incentives for Blackjack Beach RV resort",
   "summary": "The city council will discuss a request for TIF (Tax Increment Financing) rebate incentives from the proposed Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort. Attached documents include a city development proposal, a financial pro forma for the RV waterpark, and three versions of TIF proposal projections. No final decision is scheduled; this is a discussion item only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/62/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/62"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to review TIF request for Blackjack Beach RV resort and vote on solid waste contract",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will consider a TIF incentives request for Blackjack Beach RV & Water Resort, approve a solid waste collection contract with Smith Sanitation, and set a public hearing for rezoning at 1178 Enterprise Dr. The council will also vote on wage adjustments for FY2027 and a development agreement for a grant-funded project at 40 W 1st St.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/61/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/61"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on garbage contract termination, budget, and fire stipends",
   "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing and vote on FY2026 budget amendments, consider terminating the solid waste contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems and awarding a new one, and decide on fire/EMS stipends. Other items include a special election petition to fill a council vacancy, insurance renewals, and a closed session for the city administrator's performance evaluation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/60/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/60"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on law enforcement contract, council appointment, and two ordinance amendments",
   "summary": "The council will consider a resolution to approve the FY2027 law enforcement contract with the Washington County Sheriff's Department, and a resolution to appoint a new council member from among five candidates. Two ordinance amendments are proposed for first reading and possible final passage: one updating Chapter 124 on fireworks, and another updating Chapter 126 on liquor licenses and permits. The council will also discuss the Wellness Center, CDBG Downtown Revitalization (including a change order and contract amendment), and set a public hearing for FY2026 budget amendments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/58/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/58"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council reviews YMCA membership options for Riverside Wellness Center",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss operations and funding for the Riverside Wellness Center, including a review of membership models from nearby YMCA facilities in Kalona, Lone Tree, Mount Vernon, Washington, and Wellman. No decisions are scheduled; this is a work session to gather information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/59/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/59"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider first reading of two ordinance amendments",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold first readings of two ordinance amendments: one affecting public health, safety, and fireworks regulations (Ordinance #2026-01), and another updating rules for peddlers, solicitors, and transient merchants (Ordinance #2026-02). The council may also vote to waive Iowa Code requirements to adopt both ordinances immediately. Other business includes a resolution to renew the PeopleService agreement for water and sewer operations, approval of Pay Application #10 for the CDBG Downtown Revitalization project, and a schedule of fees update.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/57/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/57"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on solar panels for Wellness Center and street repairs",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will consider approving a contract amendment for solar panels at the Wellness Center, a resolution for street repairs, and discuss alcohol vendor permits for TrekFest and economic incentives for the Oasis Resort.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/23/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/23"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to adopt FY2027 budget, vote on sewer project contract",
   "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing and vote on final adoption of the FY2027 budget. They will also decide on a subdivision request for Hickory Haven Subdivision and award a contract for the sanitary sewer rehabilitation project. Other items include approving change orders and a pay application for the CDBG Downtown Revitalization project, and authorizing street repair work.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/21/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/21"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to review Hickory Haven subdivision request",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a subdivision request for Hickory Haven. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/24/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/24/minutes/get_agenda_document_link",
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/24"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on budget, zoning changes, and CDBG project",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold a public hearing on the CDBG Downtown Revitalization Project and consider first reading of Ordinance #2026-01, which amends city code chapters 42 and 124. The council will also vote on a resolution to adopt the FY2027 budget and set a public hearing for April 20, 2026, and consider hiring a part-time parks maintenance employee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/18/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/18"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-06",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Public hearing on FY2027 property tax levy",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed FY2027 property tax levy. The council may also take action on the levy following the hearing. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/19/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/19"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "City Council Work Session",
   "headline": "Council to discuss FY2027 budget at work session",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2027 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/20/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/20"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-16",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on sewer rehab project, hear wellness center plans",
   "summary": "The council will hold a public hearing and consider approving final plans for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project. They will also receive a presentation on the Wellness Center floor plan updates and consider resolutions related to the CDBG Downtown Revitalization project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/15/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/15"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-12",
   "body": "Special City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider support for Wellness Center grant and FY2027 budget",
   "summary": "This is a special meeting of the Riverside City Council to discuss and take action on two main items: a resolution of support for a Washington County Riverboat Foundation Spring 2026 Grant for the Riverside Wellness Center, and the FY2027 budget. The meeting will be recorded and livestreamed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/17/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/17"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on rezoning, library contract, and sewer project",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a parcel known as Auditor's Parcel 'R', consider approving the FY2027 contract with the Kalona Public Library, and set a public hearing for the sanitary sewer rehabilitation project. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with minutes, expenditures, and an alcohol permit for Casey's General Store.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/16/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/16"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to review rezoning and subdivision for Schnoebelen Estate",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning request and a subdivision request for the Schnoebelen Estate. The meeting also includes a review of the Comprehensive Plan with ECICOG.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/14/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/14/minutes/get_agenda_document_link",
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/14"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $1.2M downtown revitalization pay application",
   "summary": "The council will consider a resolution to approve Pay Application #7 to Cornerstone Commercial Contractors for work on the CDBG Downtown Revitalization Project. Other reports include the city engineer on the wellness center and CIP plan, and the administrator on sanitary sewer repairs and January finances.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/13/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/13"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-02",
   "body": "Regular City Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to set public hearing for zoning amendment on Parcel R",
   "summary": "The Riverside City Council will consider a resolution to set a March 2, 2026 public hearing for a zoning amendment on Auditor's Parcel R. The agenda also includes a pay application for the CDBG Downtown Revitalization project, reports from the fire department and city engineer, and updates on property nuisances.",
   "agenda_url": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/10/PDF/get_agenda_document_link",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://towncloud.io/go/riverside-ia/agendas/10"
  }
 ]
}