Needles council votes to initiate receivership action against River Valley Inn

The Needles City Council reported that, during a closed session, it authorized the initiation of receivership proceedings against the River Valley Inn in San Bernardino County. The action was described in the council’s closed-session report by the city attorney.

According to the report out, “There was a motion to initiate a receivership action in San Bernardino County Court against the River Valley Inn.” The motion was made by Councilmember Campbell and seconded by Councilmember McCorkle; a roll-call vote recorded all members present voting in favor.

City staff did not provide detailed factual findings in open session but indicated the action stemmed from litigation and property-management concerns discussed in closed session. The city attorney said there were no other reportable actions on the other closed-session items listed on the agenda.

The receivership motion means the city is asking the court to appoint a receiver to manage the property; staff indicated the step was necessary to protect public interests tied to the property’s condition and compliance with applicable regulations. The council did not offer further specifics in open session and said additional details are part of the pending litigation record.

The council’s action was limited to authorizing initiation of the receivership proceeding; any court filings or subsequent judicial decisions will determine the receivership’s implementation and scope.