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RiversideCA.govWORKSHOP – REVIEW OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONSMay 7, 2025City Manager’s Office RiversideCA.gov2
July 2022 – ICGC received and discussed an update to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business related to the number and role of Boards and Commissions. It was requested that the item be continued for further discussion. BACKGROUNDPREVIOUS COMMITTEE/COUNCIL MEETINGS June 2023 – As a preliminary exploration of structural changes, the Airport Commission received a proposal to merge with the Transportation Board. The Airport Commission did not support the merge, citing distinct responsibilities and technical focus.
March 2024 – The Budget Engagement Commission received a proposal to reduce their membership from 18 to 11. Following discussion, the Commission voted to recommend amending the RMC to move forward with the reduction in membership.
Septembers 2022 – ICGC once again discussed the number and role of Boards and Commissions. Staff was directed to review the topic outside of the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business and bring to a later discussion. 1 2 4/24/2025
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Are the number and scope of Boards and Commissions appropriate?Is membership size optimized for functionality?Are quorum and attendance issues affecting performance?Are there opportunities to consolidate or streamline?Is there a need for a standard governance framework?GUIDING QUESTIONS RiversideCA.gov4
Boards and Commissions serve as advisory bodies that provide recommendations to the Mayor and the City Council. DISCUSSIONBoards & CommissionsVolunteer members16 150+3 4 4/24/2025
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GOVERNING DOCUMENT1. Planning Commission2. Human Resources Board3. Board of Library Trustees4. Park and Recreation Commission5. Community Police Review Commission6. Board of Public Utilities9 members eachCity CharterMunicipal Code•All 10 other Boards and CommissionsVarying membership numbers RiversideCA.gov6
MEMBERSHIP ISSUESDifficulty Meeting Quorum•18 Board and Commission meetings canceled in 2024 due to lack of quorumChallenges Filling Vacancies and Maintaining Appointments•31 vacant seats across all Boards and Commissions 5 6 4/24/2025
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•Each Board or Commission is currently governed by their own unique set of Standing Rules or Bylaws•Is there a need for a standard Board and Commission Resolution similar to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business?BOARD AND COMMISSION RESOLUTION RiversideCA.gov8
Strategic Priority 5 – High Performing GovernmentGoal 5.3 –Enhance communication and collaboration with community members to improve transparency, build public trust, and encourage shared decision-making.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Cross-Cutting Threads7
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That the GovernmentalProcesses Committee: Conduct a workshop to provide direction to staff regarding Board and Commission membership structures, consolidation opportunities, and the potential development of a Citywide governance Resolution. RECOMMENDATIONS 9