The Annual Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30pm. It’s being held via Zoom. The meeting link is on the association management website at https://www.RioCrossing.org. If you have not created your account there, you will be prompted for information to verify your identity.
You must be a lot owner to vote and participate.
The following was sent out to association members via Email last week:
| Dear Rio Crossing Homeowners,
Our annual meeting is fast approaching, and we urgently need your participation to reach quorum and move our community forward. Currently, less than 10 ballots have been received, and we require at least 35 votes to hold a valid election and conduct Association business. Voting can be done electronically at https://RioCrossing.org. Additional information is on the site about the annual meeting Wednesday, November 19 at 6:30pm. As a homeowner, you should take an interest in the health of the Association. Please read on… Board Member Election & Succession – Why It Matters This year, the ballot lists only three incumbents. However:
I feel it’s important to gain understanding by participating with experienced board members before “flying solo,” as there is a lot to learn. I’m willing to spend some time during the coming year to help you be better informed, and to prepare potential board members for assuming a leadership role in the community. Annual Assessment Increase Due to rising costs, the annual assessment will increase by $35 per quarter – up from $225 per quarter to $260 per quarter, starting January 2026. This adjustment keeps our services and reserves healthy, but we need to conduct a thorough budget review/evaluation in an attempt to reduce our overall operating needs, as the costs will only continue to rise over time. Increasing water costs, rising fees from the management company, and frequent repairs due to vandalism of Common Area property all contribute to our financial struggle. But increasing collections costs due to nonpayment of association assessments plays a significant role in our operating account shortfall as well. What’s at Stake: Community Control & Receivership Risk Responsible operations and budget management depends on an effective, engaged Board. Our governing documents specify a minimum of 3 board members, and ideally 5 to 7. Without such a board our HOA could face receivership — a court could decide to appoint a legal or management firm to oversee all Association business and responsibilities, with dramatically higher fees, reduced homeowner control, and legal complications for all of us. Make a Difference Serving on the Board is a team effort, with training and support available from a variety of sources. Even volunteering a few hours per month without committing to being a board member can truly help the board and the community. Board duties require a few hours of time each month, including a couple of hours reviewing the board packets (typically available the week before a board meeting), and about 2 hours at the monthly board meeting via Zoom on a weekday evening. The association officers (president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer) are selected by the board, typically from among board members, but the secretary and treasurer can easily be non-board member volunteers. The management company takes care of much of the work, but having officers to review and assist the president with small administrative tasks is a big help. Please Vote, Please Get Involved If you are interested, have questions, or can recommend someone, please reach out to me via the email address below. Your vote — either via email, or electronically on the web site — counts towards quorum and keeps our community strong. Thank you for your attention and commitment. Let’s work together to secure our future. Sincerely, Ray Harwood |