February 11, 2025 Riverbank City Council Meetings

The City of Riverbank, California held a City Council meeting on February 11, 2025, which included presentations and discussions primarily focused on community development, planning, and infrastructure projects. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a $14,500 purchase for a new cart at Jacob Meers Park and a detailed presentation on development impact fees by the Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District. The council approved updates to fire development impact fees, which will help finance a new fire station estimated at $12 to $13 million, with fees proportionally allocated to new developments. Additionally, the council approved a full waiver of the storm drain system development fee for a Tractor Supply project and a 60% reduction in traffic system development fees, the latter passing with a 3-2 vote. The meeting also addressed the potential surplus and sale of a 10-acre undeveloped city property to fund park development. Public comments raised concerns about the Riverwalk project, traffic impacts, and infrastructure needs. The council emphasized ongoing coordination with Caltrans regarding traffic and infrastructure improvements related to new developments.