Election results for officers 2024:

• TERRY WORK PRESIDENT
• CHRIS HADDAD VICE PRESIDENT
• JENNIFER WINN SECRETARY
• RUTH FRAUSTO DIRECTOR
• CHERYL Turner DIRECTOR
  

Homeowner’s discussions:

• Use of the easement areas: bag toss and other uses
• Handicapped parking is at the Office only
* Additional landscaping to be added to the entrance
* Finish plumbing issues discovered in January
* Lower storage area walls will be built up. (as the hillside is sliding)
* Ongoing dog waste stations and ashtrays
* HOA Monthly Dues Raise: We have increased the HOA payments to 209.00 per month, which you can choose to pay either annually or regularly. RVB has been fortunate for the past 6 years to not have had an HOA raise, but this increase was necessary. We have incurred a lot of expenses over the past years due to the age of the condos, Including, water damage, Building upgrades and property damage. the majority of this is from people flushing nondisposable items down the toilet and garbage disposal, which created flooding in other units.
* Storage Lot
Starting in March, any vehicle or trailer that has not been moved or shown signs of use within 4 months will be charged a $60 fee. This area is for short-term use storage.
* All vehicles on premises, including the storage site, must have current tags and registration displayed.
• Fireplace use: Terry said everyone can use their fireplace and to be sure that the chimney and Dryer vents have been cleaned.
* Discussed the development on Merrill Ave. and Highway 95. this is a city project; there is nothing we can do to stop this other than attend Council meeting to discuss it. Hopefully an addition of a traffic light is in their plans.

2024 President’s Message - Terry Work President Riverview Bluffs HOA

Happy New Year. Thank you all for attending.

I would like to introduce Faith Work, our new office manager. Faith is also an owner here at Riverview and has background in mortgage lending here in Arizona and California. She is in the office Monday through Friday from 8 am to 12pm. I also want to thank Helen Nagjin for all her work over the years, and we all wish her a great and enjoyable retirement.

 I want to thank our office staff, Faith Work and Gary Batson for all that they do keeping everything up and running here at Riverview Bluffs.

2023 We have had a busy year at The Bluffs, which included changes to our landscaping service and the painting of our buildings' trim. And as you know, we did have to increase the HOA dues. we held off on this for many years, but after three major issues, it was time. we worked to keep it low and we are still the lowest of most of the major condos in the area.

As we have had in the past, we have had drain issues, and I want to remind everyone that the only things that should go down a toilet are human waste and toilet paper—no other paper products. this includes wipes and Kleenex! Please do not put grease or items like Rice or Spaghetti down your garbage disposal, as it will cause a clog in our sewer system. If you need more information, please go to the Bullhead City webpage and scroll to the bottom of the page for the TV link. The TV link is also handy for updates in the city.

If you notice a leak or standing water, please report it to the office ASAP! And if you have renters, tell them the same, as we have had tenants not reporting leaks, causing a mold issue.

I hope that you have noticed the orange tubes in the easement areas behind the complex. These are the TWN Fiber Optic install that will allow us to have the option of TWN or Optimum for your internet carrier.

If leaving a vehicle on-site for any length of time, please be sure that the registration is current, that the vehicle is clean, and that the tires are inflated. If you have any concerns about your vehicle, please contact the office.

Remember when leaving your unit unoccupied for more than 2 days to be sure to turn off your water heater and the Water (at the outside valve), and during the summer, that AC be set for 80–90. If you need to empty your refrigerator, make sure to turn off all power to your unit and only your unit.

Old Business Agenda:

• TWN Fiber Optic installation will be completed in early 2024.

• We repair skylights and replace roofing tiles. We now maintain a supply of replacement tiles on-site for immediate use.

• Sewer repairs: this will be a yearly service of having all the building cleanout drains snaked and cleared, in an effort to stop clogged line (we ask your help in this)

• Plumbing and building repairs were done on several buildings due to pipe leakage; all piping in question has been replaced and upgraded.

• We have reorganized the soil in the lower storage lot to better utilize the space. All vehicles and trailers must have a current registration, and if they remain in place for more than 4 to 6 months, there will be a monthly storage charge. We have also checked and cleared this area of insects.

• The project involves widening walkways and adding crushed granite.

• There is yellow safety painting on stairwells and walkways for increased safety and improved lighting.

• Routine landscaping: we have changed landscapers due to service issues; the new Landscaper will be onsite twice a week. The pool service has not changed despite the installation of a new spa head and the repair of the main pool heater.

• Lighting along the entrance driveway the dog run and easements has been improved

• The Clubhouse now has extended hours for HOA use, from 8 am to 6 pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

• Clubhouse events—in 2023, we have had several events and parties ranging from a Halloween costume party to a Christmas party, bingo night, and a wedding! We look forward to more in 2024. Reminder: We now have fire pits located around the complex.
  

President's Message and Annual Members Meeting January 2023

2023 President’s Message - Terry Work President Riverview Bluffs HOA

Happy New Year. Thank you all for attending.

I want to thank our office staff (Helen and Gary) for all that they have done. We are grateful to the 2022 Board of Directors for their unwavering support in all our endeavors at the complex in 2022. As you may have noticed, this has been a very active year here in the complex. We hope you have noticed some of the repairs and improvements around the complex.

But some of our repairs could have been avoided if all of us had taken the following steps:

• Only put Toilet paper down your toilet!
• Do not put any Paper, or cleaning wipes
• Do not flush gauze or bandages into the toilet
• Please do not put grease of any kind or food Items down the drain. (see the Bullhead City webpage for a video.)

It has been found that most of the sewer issues that occurred in the complex were due to the pipes being clogged with foreign material. If a unit is found to be the cause of such an issue, they will be responsible for the costs for repairs (we suggest that everyone get a homeowner's warranty). Please think before disposing of waste.

Remember that when leaving your unit unoccupied for any amount of time beyond 2 days, be sure to turn off your water heater and close your Water Valve (at the outside valve), turn off all power to your unit (and only your unit), and ensure that your refrigerator is clean and empty. Please always verify that your unit and vehicles are locked.

Please do not feed the coyotes; even though they will avoid humans, they still may go after small animals. If they are fed, they will become too relaxed around humans; remember that they are wild animals.

Please use the dog run or walking areas and please clean up after your dogs with the supplied plastic bags.

If you see a stranger in the complex, ASK who they are and if they are a resident here. if they are not an owner or tenant let us or better yet, contact the police. the same goes for if you haven’t seen a neighbor for a while.

If there is a disturbance in the complex, please contact the police, as members of the HOA are not trained or equipped for this.

Here are our accomplishments in 2022:

• Riverview Bluffs Main sign repainted and plants added to the entrance.
• More sewage repairs are done to buildings due to clogged lines.
• Structure repairs to side of building 4
• Rerouting of irrigation lines in the complex.
• Landscaping in complex (Ongoing)
• Upgrading the software and database for the security system.
• New PC and monitor for the office.
• Upgrade gate entry installation of user-friendly touch screens and upgrade entrance/exit cameras; new motion sensors are now at the exit gate.
• Addition of Fire pits throughout the complex. (located at the pool, behind Building 12 and Buildings 3 & 4)
• Addition lighting along walkways and parking areas
• Addition of signage throughout the complex (parking, trash, dogs)
• Structure repairs to the outside of Building 4

Upcoming in 2023:

• Pigeon removal will start again beginning in February.
• Lounge chairs for the pool area.
• More lighting in certain areas.
• We will be taking Bids for the next building painting (if needed) and for touch-up.
• Lower storage area walls will be built up. (As the hillside is sliding).
• Planned cost for extended storage of vehicles in the lower storage area.
• Palm tree removal and replacement
• Ongoing Dog Waste stations & ashtrays – Ideas for improvement?

Finally, even though we have had many expenses this year, we are hoping that there will not be an increase in HOA dues or Garage rentals for 2023 but for this not to happen, we need everyone's help. we will be reevaluating mid-year HOA costs.

As always, we would like to hear your thoughts on how we have been doing and what improvements you would like to see. Please feel free to contact any of the Board with your concerns.

Riverview Bluffs HOA Meeting of the Membership

Saturday January 21, 2023 – 10:00AM

1. Pledge of AllegianceEstablish a Quorum/Call to Order
2.  Approval of past 2023 meeting minutes - APPROVED BY RICHARD VASQUEz
3. Introduction of Board Members (for the year of 2022)

Reports:

   Presidents's Message

   Donna Smith—Bookkeeper

 Old Business:

• Ongoing site repairs (painting, water lines, Pool and Spa and general maintenance).
• Entrance repainted
• HOA repairs to Units in the complex (water damage, etc.)
• Sewer Repairs (Pipe replaced)
• Lower Pool solar heating (Approved but tabled till 2023)
• Removal of Pigeons Status (On-going)
• Building 2—discussion still on if it can be used or converted for complex use.

  New Business:

• Fire Pits—We will be placing Propane Fire Pits in various locations for Owners use (except behind building 6)
• Dog areas—Please keep all dogs on a leash and clean up after your dogs. Be aware that there is a pack of Coyotes living in the ravine North of the complex; remember that although they wander around the complex, they are wild. Do Not try to pet or feed! Please, No leaving plates of food or Feeding of Birds.
• Pool rules: please read and be aware of the pool rules, especially the requirements for occupancy and NO Glass of any kind in the pool area.
• Trash Bins—If you have, a large item to be picked up Contact Republic Waste (928-758-9135), as they need to be notified, as there is an owner's fee for the large pickup. Please do not throw trash bags over the wall; open the gate and place them in the container.

 Election Results—2023 Board Members (positions and the meeting minutes will be posted on the complex’s webpage)

 Homeowners Discussion:

• Information given about feeding the wildlife (no leaving food out for the Coyotes or pigeons (health hazard and city ordinance about feeding Pigeons))
• Dog runs and cleaning of the area, discussion that it is the owner’s responsibility to clean up after pets.
• Unknown people have been seen on the complex grounds; they are advised to report to the Police before the HOA.
• Question about HOA Due to the increase, advised that next year there could be an increase and that owners will be notified.
• Discussion on the building 3 repairs and whether other units had the same issue. Nothing has been found similar to the issue in Building 3.
• Building 12 residents have expressed concerns about the flooring in their outside patio. We advised that we will have Gary check into this and report back to the HOA.
• Richard Vazquez addresses concerns over Water Heater inspection.
• Roger Yell expressed concerns about why we paint the Stucco complex buildings. Also had a question about the Motorcycle parking for him in the complex.
• 12D requested additional lighting for the enclosed Dog Run area, asked about a possible additional Dog Run made by Building 12.
• Roger Yell 3A asked about creating a shuffleboard court or cornhole game at the building 2 location.
  

1. Pledge of Allegiance Establish a Quorum/Call to Order
2.  Approval of past 2021 meeting minutes (Approved by Kitty Young, Seconded by Roger Yell)
3. Introduction of Board Members (for the year of 2021)

Reports:

Presidents's Message—See attached

Donna Smith—Bookkeeper Not present at meeting her report was read to the members (see attached)

    4. Old Business:

• The site is undergoing ongoing repairs (painting, water lines, Pool and Spa, and general maintenance).
• Entrance repainted
• HOA repairs to Units in the complex (water damage, etc.)
• Sewer Repairs (Pipe replaced)
• We will be doing roof repairs as needed, as we have received replacement tiles.
• Lower Pool solar heating (Approved but tabled till 2022)
• Removal of Pigeons Status (On-going): discussion on removal and feeding of animals

• Building 2—discussion still on if it can be used or converted for complex use. Discussion on why we have not moved forward in developing and the reasons why (costs, what it would be used for, and handicapped requirements)

    5. New Business:

• Fire Pits—We will be placing Propane Fire Pits in various locations for Owners use (except behind building 6, as this one was purchased by 2 owners) Locations for the Fire Pits to be determined before purchasing. Everyone seems to like the idea of Firepits.
• Dog areas—Please keep all dogs on a leash and clean up after your dogs. Be aware that there is a pack of Coyotes living in the ravine north of the complex; remember that although they wander around the complex, they are wild. Do Not try to pet or feed! No leaving plates of food or Feeding of Birds. – Discussed, everyone in the meeting agreed.
• Pool rules please read and be aware of the pool rules, especially the requirements for occupancy and NO Glass of any kind in the pool area. Discussed the need to follow pool rules, and everyone agreed that if there was glass or loud noise, it would be reported. Looking into the possibility of Cushions for lounges
• Trash Bins—If you have, a large item to be picked up Contact Republic Waste (928-758-9135), as they need to be notified, as there is an owner's fee for the large pickup. Please do not throw trash bags over the wall; open the gate and place them in the container. Discussed and recommended that a notice be sent to all units in the complex (notice has been sent out); additional notices will be posted at the trash container areas.
• Fire Inspection for 2022 will be for buildings 3-7 on January 24th. Fire Extinguishers will also be checked.
• Vehicles in the complex—reminder that if you have a vehicle in the complex, it is to have a current registration and information of vehicles is to be supplied to the Office Manager.

    6. Election Results—2022 Board Members (positions and the meeting minutes will be posted on the complex’s webpage)

   Terry Work—President

    Steve Quinterio Vice President

    Cheryl Turner Director – Secretary

    Tonya Wade, Director

     7. Homeowners Discussion: 

11. I hear a water pipe noise. The owner is unable to locate it and thinks it may be that there is no longer a water regulator for his water line. ( it has been found that the water faucet for one of the toilets was not turned on correctly, causing the noise.). 

Richard Vasquez commented about noise in units above him.

Mike Quinn 1-F and Henry Crisler asked about pressure regulators

Roger Yell 3-A suggested putting covers over the water valves at the units and asked about why we paint stucco, as he feels it never needs painting. Question status of building 2.

Ed Brandel 14-D suggested using the area behind 4 & 4&5 for horseshoes.

Becky Otis 14-D asked what buildings are next to be painted - this has not been determined if it will be done for 2020. Approved January 21st

Glenn Baxter 11-C how much can Dues go up? No increase in HOA dues at this time

Helen Najdzin, Office Manager commented on the preparation of the 2022 budget.

Dale and Kitty Young 5-A complimented Gary and Helen for all their work.

11-C Glen Baxter water pressure question: Gary will check.

Roger Yell suggests having an active director (volunteer, not on board) to schedule card games and community events. – this has been posted and a volunteer needed post was posted in the information window at the office along with a calendar attached to the bulletin board to be used for signups.

Adjourn Meeting

2022 President’s Message - Terry Work President Riverview Bluffs HOA

Happy New Year, Thank you all for attending. First, I would like to express our thoughts and Prayers to the Friends and families of the Riverview Bluffs owners that we lost in 2021:

Sid Barron, Robert Ramey, and Denise Kolm

I want to thank our office staff (Helen and Gary) for all that they have done. We extend our gratitude to the 2021 BOD for their unwavering support of all our efforts at the complex in 2021. As you may have noticed, this has been a very active year here at the complex. We hope that you have noticed some of the repairs and improvements around it. I hope that we will be able to continue our ongoing improvements planned for 2022.

Just a reminder: Only put Toilet paper down your toilet! Do not put any paper, cleaning wipes, gauges, or bandages in the toilet. In addition, please do not put grease of any kind on items that can be trashed instead of putting them down the drain, as it was found that part of the sewer issue that occurred in the complex was due to the pipes being clogged!

I want to also mention that if leaving your unit unoccupied, be sure to turn off your water heater and the Water (at the outside valve), and during the summer, set the AC for 80–90. If turning off all power to your unit (and only your unit), make sure that your refrigerator is empty.

Here are our accomplishments in 2021:

• Security cameras have been upgraded with several new camera locations.
• Skylight repairs and Roofing tiles are replaced. We now maintain a supply of replacement tiles on-site for immediate use.
• Sewer repairs, Sewer pipes replaced due to a low spot and non-biodegradable items flushed down toilets.
• Plumbing and building repairs were done on several buildings due to pipe leakage; all piping in question has been replaced and upgraded.
• We have repacked the soil in the lower storage lot to make storing trailers and vehicles easier. 
• Pigeon removal—this is ongoing as they return yearly— Please do not feed the Pigeons.
• The stairwells are painted yellow for safety. 
• Routine landscaping/pool service, along with the removal of a fallen Cactus (along the driveway). In addition, the landscaped area between buildings 8 and 9 has been redone due to the sewer work.
• Both the complex's entrance and the entrance kiosk have undergone painting.

Upcoming in 2022:

• Upgrading the software and database for the security system,
• I purchased a new PC for the office.
• More lounge chairs for the pool area.
• Upgrade for the Main gate entry. Installation of User friendly touch screen and upgrade entrance/exit cameras
• We are adding fire pits throughout the complex.
• Additional landscaping is to be added to the entrance.
• Taking Bids for the next building painting (if needed) and for touch-up.
• Lower storage area walls will be built up. (The hillside is sliding.)
• Are there any ideas for improving the ongoing dog waste stations and ashtrays?

Finally, even though we have had many expenses this year, there will not be an increase in HOA dues or Garage rentals for 2022.

As always, we would like to hear your thoughts on how we have been doing and what improvements you would like to see. You are welcome to contact any of the Board with your concerns.