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May 26, 2026, Riverbank City Council Meetings
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming Events; Bike Rodeo Details Shared
During the public comment period, Francisco, representing the Chamber of Commerce, announced several upcoming events. These include a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Riverbank Tractor Supply on May 30th, a workshop on starting a food truck business on June 3rd and 4th, a Chamber of Commerce meeting on June 3rd, a ribbon-cutting celebration at American Chevrolet on June 8th, a grand ribbon-cutting for the Association of Realtors on June 9th, and the annual bike rodeo and kids health and safety fair on June 10th. He also mentioned various fundraisers for local organizations and the Modesto Radio Museum. Darlene Barbara Martinez provided further details on the annual bike rodeo, emphasizing bike safety and the involvement of superheroes and mascots, and requested bike donations. She also commended the Youth Council members for their leadership skills demonstrated at a previous craft fair.
Riverbank City Council Approves Consent Calendar, Receives Updates on Community Events and Governance
The City Council addressed consent calendar items 9.1 through 9.7 and 9.9 through 9.10, approving them unanimously. Item 9.8 was pulled for separate discussion and was subsequently approved. The council also received updates from staff regarding upcoming Parks and Recreation events, including a food court and movies in the park series, and the Tuesday market. Councilmember Odbe reported on attending various community events and noted resident concerns about preserving Riverbank's history amidst growth. Councilmember Call mentioned that the women's federated group and historical society would not meet over the summer and advised patience with traffic. Councilmember Martinez provided updates on the primary election, life jacket collection, and discussed bike ordinances with the police services, anticipating a workshop for the council. She also proposed initiating an amendment to the city's sphere of influence. Mayor Hernandez closed the meeting by thanking staff for the Memorial Day event and announced the move into closed session to discuss two existing litigation cases.
Riverbank Proclaims May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month; Youth Council Presents Accomplishments
The Riverbank City Council recognized May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, with resident Norma present to receive the proclamation. The proclamation highlighted the contributions of Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders to various fields and acknowledged the city's commitment to inclusivity. Norma shared her family's story of immigration and her career in nursing, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and empowerment. The council also heard a presentation from the Youth Council, detailing their establishment of bylaws, fundraising efforts totaling nearly $2,000, and participation in community events like the Dia de los Muertos event, Cardozo Fall Festival, Applebee's Flapjack fundraiser, and the Christmas parade. They also presented on their learning from department presentations and the essential skills gained, aiming to set a strong foundation for future youth councils.
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