Adopt a Resolution revising the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order of Business related to eligibility for service on City Boards and Commissions for individuals involved in active litigation against the City, for the City Council of the City of Riverside and related functions and activities and rescinding all prior actions taken thereto, and repealing Resolution No. 24318 (All Wards)

Summary

The City Council is considering adopting a resolution to revise its Rules of Procedure and Order of Business, specifically regarding eligibility for service on City Boards and Commissions. This resolution will repeal Resolution No. 24318 and establish a new rule under Section XIV. The key revision states that neither the Mayor nor a Councilmember shall nominate any applicant for a board or commission appointment who has an active lawsuit pending against the City. This new eligibility requirement aims to maintain public confidence in the advisory role of these bodies and prevent the appearance of conflicting interests. An exception exists: if a board or commission position remains vacant for 60 days or more, the Mayor retains the authority to appoint without Council approval, and this restriction would not apply due to City Charter provisions. The proposed resolution has no fiscal impact and leaves all other procedural rules unchanged.

Citizen Impact

This change means residents actively involved in litigation against the City will be ineligible for nomination to advisory boards and commissions, potentially altering the pool of candidates for these important roles. The intent is to ensure impartiality and public trust in these bodies.

Confidence

high