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Fourth of July Weekend Recap
Overall, the weekend went very smoothly.
Electrical issues were minimal:
One fuse blew on Friday—quickly replaced.
A few isolated low voltage issues were reported and are being investigated.
Some breakers and GFCIs were replaced as ro...
Highlights:
Incident Reports:
Total Reports: 17 written by Security.
Breakdown of Incidents:
1 Personal Property Damage.
1 Loose Dog.
1 Speeding.
2 Reckless Driving.
2 Verbal Abuse against an RBMC Employee.
1...
General Manager Report Summary(reciated.
Member Complaints:
Some members have raised concerns regarding noise and other issues in the park.
It's important that security is called when witnessing inappropriate behavior, as they need to observe incidents firsthand in order to...
River Bend Membership Corporation (RBMC): July Regular Board Meeting Announcement
RBMC is pleased to invite you to the July Regular Board Meeting for the River Bend Membership Corporation (RBMC).
Date & Time:
July 12, 2025
10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
This will be a Zoom meeting, ...
Freebie Alerts ... are posts when RiverBenders give away something, TAP Freebie Alert and if it's something that you need, you just contact that person and pick the freebie up! Make it yours first!
A Crappy Situation – Let’s Clear the Air, River Bend!
Dear Fellow River Bend Members,
Never thought I’d have to say this, but here it is…
Please don’t poop in the bathhouse showers.
Yes, you read that right. Unfortunately, someone (or several someones) has mistaken the women’s shower for a r...
Improving Pool Pass Check Policy
A recent member conversation has raised concerns about the current pass check process at the pool. Over the holiday weekend, families experienced long delays — including a 35-minute wait just to exit — due to missing passes and inefficient tracking. This not only...
FIREWORKS REMINDER – IMPORTANT NOTICE
Reminder to All Members and Guests:
Personal fireworks are not permitted anywhere in the park.
This rule is in place for everyone’s safety and to help prevent fires and injuries in our wooded community.
Instead, we invite you to enjoy the official Riverben...
We invite you to join us this Sunday at 11:00 AM for a powerful worship service with Second Chances — an amazing group that shares God’s word through both song and message. You won't want to miss this uplifting experience!
Let’s Fill the Pews!
This Sunday, help us support the Riverbend Mini Go...
ATTENTION MEMBERS – SUMMER POWER REMINDER from SPRING MILLS ELECTRIC!
As we head into the hottest weekends of the year — especially the July 4th holiday — we're expecting a full campground and maximum power usage.
Our electrical contractor, Dustin from Spring Mills Electric, wants to remind ev...
Maintenance Report Summary:
4th of July Preparations:
River Bend is preparing for a busy weekend with increased waste. Three extra dumpsters have been ordered, but the key focus is to maximize space in the compactor before using the additional dumpsters.
Important Note: Dump househo...
Key Highlights:
Incident Reports (Week Overview):
This week, the security team wrote 10 incident reports, including:
Domestic Disturbance
Personal Property Damage (UTV clipped)
Trespassing (Two separate incidents)
Reckless Driving (Four reports)
Verba...
4th of July Weekend Announcement Summary
Busiest Weekend: The 4th of July weekend is the busiest of the season, so be prepared for longer wait times both at the park entrance and in the office.
Office Priority: The office will prioritize people waiting in line over phone calls. For paym...
SOS: Help Needed This Saturday!
Hey friends! I could really use a helping hand at the Rec Table during the flea market this Saturday. I’ll be flying solo otherwise — womp, womp.
I’m looking for one person from 8:30–10:00 AM and another from 10:00–12:00 PM. Teens or adults welcome — just someon...
Pool Lightning Safety: Why We Close Even When the Sky Looks Clear
We understand that it can be confusing when the pool closes while the weather still looks fine. However, safety is our top priority.
We follow guidelines from the United States Lifesaving Association and the National Weather Serv...
Potomac River Water Quality Update – Sampled July 2, 2025
The Upper Potomac Riverkeeper reports that all testing sites failed Maryland state standards for bacteria levels this week. This marks the second week in a row of widespread failures — something we haven’t seen in the past three years. Bo...
As we gear up for a fantastic 4th of July weekend, we want to remind everyone about the visitor pass policy.
For the weekend starting Friday, July 4th, 2025, Holiday Passes will be the only type of passes available for sale. These passes will be priced at $40 each, regardless of how long you're ...
Let’s Get Some Winners This July 4th Weekend!
Lot Dues Raffle
Tickets: $25 each
We’ll draw a winner for every 100 tickets sold!
Where to get tickets:
Any Rec-sponsored event
Or contact: Ada Freyer, Danielle Crowe, Gloria Feliciano-Barger, or Lavore RV
Wagon Raffle
Tickets: $5 each...
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