Operating under the oversight of the City Manager, the Intergovernmental Relations Division serves as the City’s liaison to the Mayor, City Council, elected officials, and other local, regional, state and federal governmental entities. The Division is tasked with monitoring federal and state government activities, developing legislative programs, coordinating with other city departments, and managing the City’s federal and state advocacy consultants. The Intergovernmental Relations Division develops and manages strategies aimed at increasing awareness and support of the City’s policy and budgetary priorities.
The City of Riverside’s Legislative Platform provides additional descriptions of the priorities the Intergovernmental Relations Division is directed to devote resources.