2026 State of the City Address- April 30

The City of Riverbank, California, held its 2026 State of the City Address on April 30, where Mayor Rachel Hernandez highlighted the city's progress and future plans. Key procurement-related updates included the submission of five federal funding applications totaling over $6 million for future road projects, investments in water infrastructure such as permanent chlorination and well upgrades, and awarding over $180,000 in downtown facade improvement funds to local businesses. The city also celebrated new commercial developments including Chase Bank, Wendy's, and Trader Joe's, and noted the operational status of Three R Technologies at the Riverbank Industrial Complex. Additionally, nearly $392,000 was invested in renovating Castle Berg Park, and the city completed a comprehensive class and compensation study to ensure competitive staff pay. The mayor emphasized ongoing commitments to public safety, housing, and community engagement, with a focus on equitable growth and infrastructure improvements across all neighborhoods.