July 28, 2026, Riverbank City Council Meetings

The City of Riverbank, California, held a City Council meeting on July 28, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. Notably, the council approved a resolution awarding the Townsen Avenue Overlay project contract to Consolidated Engineering, Inc., authorizing future change orders for the road improvement project. The project involves ADA improvements and an overlay with minimal road closures, scheduled to start in early September. Additionally, the council approved a 3.8% solid waste rate increase pursuant to the franchise agreement with Jolton Solid Waste, Inc., reflecting increased operational costs. The meeting also covered updates on the wastewater treatment project, with the council having previously declined a contract extension with Brown and Caldwell and opting to explore alternatives with Blackwater Consultant. Other procurement-related items included the adoption of a new travel and training policy to modernize city employee travel practices and the appointment of voting delegates for the League of California Cities annual meeting. The council also discussed the formation of a youth council and the selection process for a new city flag, with plans to conduct a public vote on the top three designs. Public safety and health were addressed through a presentation on the San Luis County Inter-Agency Task Force targeting unpermitted food vending operations, emphasizing collaboration and enforcement to protect public health. The meeting concluded with a closed session on anticipated litigation, with direction given to staff.