Riverside City Government

Welcome to the City of Riverside. As you visit our site you will find that Riverside's fiercely independent spirit has allowed us to maintain our own identity as Kansas City has grown up around us. And, our pioneering spirit keeps us ever moving forward as we continuously work to better our community.

Riverside has a long and rich history. Our 1951 incorporation belies our distant past. From a large, ancient, Indian village to the settlement of our first German pioneers in 1843, Riverside has had the benefit of a prime location - along the beautiful banks of the deep and luminous Missouri River.

Our citizenry is one of people with strong roots and a commitment to the community. We are tenacious, independent and spirited. From our Pride and Progress Committee to our Planning & Zoning Commission to the Riverside Area Chamber of Commerce, we work tirelessly to protect, grow and shape our community.


Mayor Kathy Rose and the Board of Aldermen


Government
The City of Riverside is a Mayor-Council form of government. Both the Mayor and the six Board of Aldermen are elected at-large. The governing board then appoints a City Administrator who is responsible for the enforcement of City codes and policies.

City Council Responsibilities
Enacting ordinances for the proper governing of the City. Approving changes in the Municipal Code, as required. Adopting the annual budget and related financial documents. Establishing other policies as necessary to promote and secure the City and its residents. Appointing the City Administrator. Representing the City to its public and other governmental bodies.

City Council Meetings
The Board of Aldermen meetings are held at the City Hall in the Board of Aldermen chambers on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00pm. All meetings are open to the public and approved minutes and agendas can be viewed online.

Every day public transit service gives thousands of people in the metro area independence, choice and travel options. It can help ease growing
commute costs and traffic congestion, and provides greater access to jobs.

 Riverside is part of an effort to create a transit proposal for service that would better connect communities in Clay, Platte, and Jackson counties.  The proposal will build on Smart Moves, the region’s transit vision developed by transit agencies, citizen and government input, and the Mid-America Regional Council.

What are our community’s transportation needs? How could improved transit service along major corridors benefit Riverside? Contact the mayor or Board of Aldermen share your story and opinions.

Learn about the Smart Moves proposal effort or find out how to get involved at www.kcsmartmoves.org.