Riviera Beach, Maryland

Riviera Community Improvement Association (RCIA)

Next Meeting is Tuesday - June 19, 2012 (7:30pm) at Jenkins Memorial Church

 

Where Bay, River & Creek Meet

 
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Riviera Beach is a private waterfront community in Anne Arundel County.  The Riviera Community Improvement Association's website provides residents with useful information about community events and initiatives.  Click on the buttons to the left to navigate through the site.  

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What's New! - Click on the links in blue for more information


  • New!!  Surfside Erosion Project - RCIA has contacted the lawyers based on discussions at the May 15th meeting and there is no conflict with using Scott Mielke as the engineer  for the project.  Jeff will be signing the contract on May 16th to start work on the Surfside project
  • New!! Family Fun Day in the Park has been rescheduled for June 2nd.  We'll have hot dogs, hamburgers, moon bounce, activities for the kids, frisbee & lots of other fun things!  If you would like to volunteer or have suggestions for activities please email webmaster@riviera-beach-md.org  Hope to see you there!
  • New!! Special Thanks to Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Department for attending our May meeting.  Thanks for all the information they provided, answering everyone's questions & for everything they do to protect our community.  Please remember the RBVFD when donating this year.  Also, RCIA was able to raise funds to purchase TWO Pet Oxygen Masks that were donated to the RBVFD at the meeting.  Special THANKS to Commercial Contractors of Riviera Beach for purchasing the second mask!!    Thanks to everyone who contributed!  More info on the masks can be found here: www.wagnpetsafety.com/pet_oxygen_masks.html  and HERE.  Photos from the meeting can be found HERE
  • New!! Riviera Beach Volunteer Fire Department Carnival will be held May 14th through 19th.  Please support our local Fire Department for all they do for us!
  • New!! Jenkins Memorial Chruch Strawberry Festival & Flea market will be June 9th - more info HERE
  • New!!  Restore Rock Creek will hold a Community meeting on June 7th - 7pm - 8:45pm at the Riviera Beach Library.  More info HERE
  • New!! Six homes were evacuated due to a Fire on Echo Dr. You can read the story HERE.  Some photos from residents can be found HERE.  RBVFD will be at our May 15th meeting to talk about fire safety.  Thank You RBVFD for all you do to protect our community!
  • New!! This year's Spring Cleanup of the beach, boat ramp and community property will be held on April 22nd.  This coincides with "Earth Day" and provides a great opportunity to get out to see, enjoy and care for the wonderful natural habitat residents of Riviera Beach enjoy.  In order to accomodate the greatest participation, no specific start or stop time will be established and if you can't make it on the 22nd, we hope you will spend a bit of time cleaning up your neck of the woods when you can.  If everybody does a little, a lot can be accomplished.  Not organzied enough?  Take charge! Use the Facebook page to call for volunteers, organize and lead your blocks clean-up team.  Hope to see you!
  • New!! Legal Fund Dinner- Tuesday, May 22nd 5pm-10pm @ Pit Stop Pub. New items have been added to the menu.  Check it out!
  • New!!  On Monday March 26th, the circuit court ruled in favor of RCIA's motion for accounting by Riverbea to the community for the use of community funds and other assets.  the court denied RCIA's motion to remove Riverbea Directors and strike current Riverbea counsel.  Ensuring Riverbea's accountability to Riviera Beach residents for funds derived from community assets is essential in ensuring our money is being put back into our community.  This is another very important decision in favor of the community
  • New!! RCIA "Beach Crew" T-shirts are available for purchase $15.  100% of the profits go to RCIA.  Shirts are donated by local smal business W.J.Hegarty Home Improvements.  Shirts are made by Red Eye Sports Co.  Contact Dawn @ 410-439-0885 if you would like to purchase a T-Shirt.
  • New!!  Reminder, it is illegal to ride off-road vehicleson county roads and community property.  Residents, RCIA & Riverbea are working with local authorities to take action against violators
  • New!! We received a nice email from Sue McCool who lived here in the 40's.  She would love to hear from others who lived here during that time.  You can read her email HERE. She also posted a comment on our Facebook page if you would like to communicate with her there. 
  • New!!  Project Clean Stream to clean up the Rock Creek Stream was a big success.  Thanks to all who participated.  Here is a VIDEO.  You can find out more at www.restorerockcreek.org be sure to like their Facebook page so you can find out more about future initiatives and how you can help! 
  • New!! Special Thanks again to Ruth Ann for organizing a Fantastic Easter Party
  • New!! Want to advertise in the next newsletter?  Info HERE
  • New!! New Events & Activities added to the Calendar
  • New!!  Boat Ramp Key has been changed. Please contact Jerry Jeffers for a new key 410-255-8425. Please complete the 2012 forms.  Note: New keys are now $70, $50 if you return your key from previous year.
  • New!! We have updated the frequently asked questions (FAQ) based on questions at our last meeting. Check back soon for more info...
  • New!!  Interested in becoming an AA Co Election Judge? Find out more HERE

 

Other Info - Click on the links in blue for more information

  • Thanks to Mr. Carroll Dove of the Erosion Committee for handling the removal of trees along the water area. A copy of the report can be found HERE.
  • RCIA Legal Fund Lotto Tickets for sale. Email secretary@riviera-beach-me.orgfor more info or tickets
  • Fall Newsletter is up!  HERE
  • Good News!  Court Rules on Triangle and Riverbea motion to dismiss case Details HERE
  • Updates in the Riviera Beach History Section
  • CONGRATULATIONS to Ruth Ann Thuman for being the Pasadena Voice Volunteer of the Month & for all her work in the community over the years. Story HERE
  • THANKS! Boy Scout Troop 414  for building fishing line recycling tubes at the Boat Ramp, Pat's Pier & the Yacht Club!!  If you know anyone interested in joining the Boy Scouts, please contact them.  They are doing lots of great/fun activities.  You can read the story in the Maryland Gazette  HERE
  • Got Questions?  Find your answers at the NEW Frequently Asked Questions section
  • Safety -  To keep our neighborhood safe everybody needs to be aware and alert and willing to report suspicious activity. Don't Hesitate to Call 911! 
  • Have you paid your dues? - You can do so online now! 
  • Boat Ramp Key - Call Jerry Jeffers - 410-255-8425 (lock is changed in Jan each year)


RCIA Board Members

 

  • Jeff Brewis - President - effective Sept 15, 2009
  • Eric Etzel - Vice President - effective Sept 15, 2009
  • Karin Buddock- Secretary - effective January 2012
  • Bill Squires - Treasurer - effective June 2010

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