Bailey enters what he hopes will be the first of several terms as Riverside’s mayor.
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in January he started Five goals for Riverside a regular “bike with Mayor Rusty Bailey the mayor.” He also • Increase college-going and plans to continue the graduation rates for city residents. “walk with the mayor” • Create jobs locally, especially tradition started for Riverside’s high school and by Loveridge. college graduates. Education will be • Increase ar ts and enter tainanother focus. ment offerings to showcase Riverside as a regional ar ts “I’ll be visiting every and enter tainment center. school in Riverside,” • Improve Riverside’s standing the new mayor said. as a travel destination city. Bailey created an • Boost healthy living habits Education Roundtable and promote a healthy lifestyle for residents through leading in Riverside, and plans by example. to do the same for the business community. He also wants to host quarterly meetings to work on ideas for creating jobs and to discuss other issues of interest to local business owners. It’s part of Bailey’s plan to develop new opportunities for Riverside — and he’s jumping into the role with both feet. “This is my career,” Bailey said. “I am where I belong.”