Happy New Year !!

We had a wonderful and busy holiday season and I hope that all RB owners have enjoyed the holidays and family connections. I was unable to visit Riverbend until January 4, 2011. It remains a beautiful and unique property with abundant wildlife.

Since my last visit 2 months ago the road has deteriorated further with large and deep potholes. It is passable, but the large logging trucks and equipment have clearly taken a toll. Logging has continued and has now shifted to the river side of the entry road. These may be completely legitimate operations directed or contracted by the individual owners as they plan building sites. However, it is a major departure from past activities at RB and may not have had the type of homeowner association oversight required by the covenants. I am also concerned about the possibility of "timber theft" as has been reported throughout NC. Security of the front entrance should be a priority for 2011 to protect our investment.