Rialto City Council Budget Amendment and Grant Writing Contract
February 24, 2026
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The Frame
This action allocates $320,000 in total city funds toward wastewater infrastructure budgeting and professional grant-seeking services for the 2025-2026 .
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Soto Resources
The firm is receiving a $200,000 contract amendment to continue providing grant writing services.
Rialto Wastewater Utility Customers
The utility's fiscal budget is being amended by $120,000, which impacts the funding available for wastewater operations.
Last recorded activity February 24, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The City Council and Rialto Utility Authority are requested to adopt Resolution No. 8478 and RUA Resolution No. 26-04.
- The resolutions amend the 2025-2026 Wastewater Fiscal Year Budget by $120,000.
- The City Council is requested to authorize Amendment No. 5 to the professional service agreement with Soto Resources.
- The amendment with Soto Resources increases the contract value by $200,000 for as-needed grant writing assistance.
- The City Manager or their designee is authorized to execute all documents related to these actions.
- The item is filed under number 26-0099 and was introduced on February 11, 2026.
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Why It Matters
This action allocates $320,000 in total city funds toward wastewater infrastructure budgeting and professional grant-seeking services for the 2025-2026 .
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Grant Writing Investment
The city is increasing its investment in grant writing services by $200,000, suggesting a strategic focus on securing external funding.
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