Riverdale City presently boasts approximately 8250 residents and about 350 businesses and home occupations. The City employs 41 full time employees, 43 part time employees, and 13 seasonal employees to provide services to the residents and businesses. Riverdale City encompasses sections of two Interstate highways and a major thoroughfare Riverdale Road. Riverdale City is a focal point in Weber County, because of its business district and since it is the first city many see as they enter Weber County from the south. Riverdale makes an excellent first impression for all of Weber County

The community of Riverdale is situated on the border of Hill Air Force Base, which is one of the largest bases for Air Materiel Command. Many of the military and civilian personnel who work at Hill reside in Riverdale. Riverdale enjoys a good relationship with Hill Air Force Base. When shifts change at the Base, Riverdale Road experiences a heavy influx of traffic due to the fact that it a major roadway from Hill to Riverdale as well as to neighboring communities

Planning to meet the future needs of the City is a continual challenge. The Mayor and Council met with department heads and staff in January 1995 to formulate a Strategic Plan document which outlines the mission statement and objectives of the City as well as goals for the coming ten years. The General Plan of the City was revised and adopted April 30, 1997. This document outlines the plan for the City in terms of zoning, development, infrastructure and services.

Riverdale City also has an active Youth City Council. Youth and their adult advisors learn about the functioning of local government and participate in many service projects within the community. This group has become an important part of Riverdale City.

Riverdale is a community with a large business district. Thoughtful planning has enabled business to coexist with the residential community in a positive atmosphere. The City still has room to grow and develop, in both residential and commercial areas.