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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rialto public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Hydrofluoric acid use in automated car washes
A commissioner flagged hydrofluoric acid — a dangerous chemical once common in touchless car washes — and urged the city to consider banning it locally, noting federal agencies are working to restrict it.
Small collection recycling center at 592 West Foothill Boulevard
A new recycling center in the rear lot of the Foothill/Lilac shopping center gives residents a nearby spot to redeem CRV bottles and cans. Commissioners weighed its secluded location against required cameras, lighting, and daylight-only hours, and flagged potential friction with the neighboring Carl's Jr. over parking.