Riverview Improvement Association
Quarterly Meeting
May 11, 2019

Meeting called to order at 7:03pm

In attendance: Kevin E, Kathy E, Steve W., Stephanie V., George S., Tricia A., Sandra C., Michelle M., George W., Paul G., Nancy S, Bill S, Officer Waldman

Feb 2019 meeting minutes approved.

Warwick Police Officers Report:
Reports of speeding on Tidewater (always an issue), domestic disturbance, disturbance of peace, suspicious vehicle, malicious damage and vehicle larcenies (suspect was known to victim), “huffing” at bus stop.  Officer noted that crime lower now than at this point last year.  Reminded people to always keep doors & windows locked and call if you see anything suspicious. It was noted that turning out of both Mill Cove and River Vue onto Tidewater can be difficult because of bushes/hedges blocking views. 

No Councilman’s Report (not in attendance):
Kevin noted that Janine Burke has resigned from Sewer Authority. It was asked when sewer meeting would be -Kevin noted that WSA would have to set up with Riverview, Highland Beach, Rocky Point areas.  It was also noted that WSA is to send letters out, engineering and mapping is done, possible June bid –will be delays now with Janine’s resignation.  Mayor still needs to release the bond.
Discussion on whether new septic systems (done within 20 years) will be “grandfathered in”, or would homeowner still need to pay for the pipe frontage –still need this clarified.  Also discussed deferral – also need clarified.
 
Treasurers Report:
Mailing done was successful –received lots of payments on dues. 
Discussion about RVIA possibly hiring someone to do weeding in Lippitt Park.  No opposition.

Secretary’s Report:
RVIA received 2 thank yous –from EBC House and from neighbor on River Vue.

Old Business:
This year’s Easter Egg Hunt was canceled due to weather.

Still looking for donations for the silent auction for the 6/15 Fundraiser Event (Adult Social)

New Business:
It was noted that St. Mark’s on West Shore is always looking for donations for their food pantry.  

Next events are:

Adult Social on 6/15, Independence Day Parade on 6/30, RVIA Beach Cleanup 7/13.  George S still working on sign for Tidewater at West Shore with the City.  Discussion on large items of trash being left out and not picked up because homeowner is not calling for large item pick up – maybe include this information in a future flyer? Nancy S. will create a flyer that can be sent out to individual homes as noticed.  It was also noted that the clothing bin in gas station parking lot on Tidewater at West Shore is always messy and overflowing, people also leaving items other than clothing –will ask Ed to see if it can possibly be removed.

Next quarterly meeting Aug 19, 2019.

Meeting adjourned 8:02pm.