As promised in my first article, I want to reach back and get some “facts” about how Riverside and the neighborhood came to be. Check out the flyer below and see if you can spot your lot. It is puzzling to me how some lots sold whilst others, that may have been considered superior lots, were not sold – especially at these bargain basement prices. Interesting to note that in 1994 you could purchase a lot for a price similar to what it would cost to have a pool installed today. Have a closer look at the ad and see what you would have paid for a house and a lot – not a lot!
Prices have appreciated in 32 years!
In the ad, you can also see the “private marina.” Fast forward to our current Marina Director’s comments.
A “Hidden Gem” within our community is the Riverside Marina. The Riverside Marina has 36 slips that can accommodate boats up to 50 feet. The Marina is owned by Riverside, however each slip is deeded and privately owned. You do not have to be a resident of Riverside to own a slip. As long as you are a resident of the Landings, you can purchase a slip. The beauty of the Marina is that it is very protected which makes docking a breeze.
Thanks to our Marina Director Bob Mahoney for leading the way in keeping our marina in great shape and allowing us all, including our four-legged family members, to enjoy westerly views overlooking the river.
Another of Riverside’s “niceties” is reflected on the top left corner of the entrance sign shown in the photo below. The red image denotes the availability of a community AED, which is an Automated External Defibrillator. Others can be found throughout The Landings, and they are used to help anyone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It’s a sophisticated, yet easy to use, medical device that can analyze the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. The actual AED is on the back of the sign. Check it out next time you pass by the entrance sign!
In January, Riverside residents enjoyed the annual off-site visit to the Prawnbroker. As always it was a great turn out and, of course, the food was excellent! It was great to see Brian Hudson back in Riverside and attending the event.
The end of season cul-de-sac party will be held on Hatteras on March 30. Moredetails will follow.
In last month’s article, I featured one of our residents by offering clues to the person’s identify without giving up too much information. Your task was to guess who the resident is. Without prolonging the suspense our “mystery” resident is Sherry Winters, a former Riverside Yacht Club Estates (RYCE) reporter and head editor for this publication AND a former Mrs. Minnesota! Congrats to all who guessed the name of our featured resident.
Now to this month’s mystery neighbor!
WHO AM I?
Clue #1 – They have lived in Riverside for less than 20 years and they are in the photo below, one of about “only” 75!
Clue #2 – Due to extenuating circumstances, the resident only had 30 minutes to make up their mind about whether they were going to purchase a home in Riverside or not. They have never regretted the purchase. Obviously, this resident does well under pressure and can recognize value very quickly.
Clue #3 – The water has always attracted this person. This was “handy” because they played water polo in college!
Clue #4 – Their significant other is “picture perfect.”
Clue #5 – Over the course of 13 years (many moons ago), they fundraised for, personally shopped for, and hand delivered a total of 2,418 brand new bikes to the Salvation Army for an underprivileged area across the border from Windsor, Ontario.
Clue #6 – By just talking to the resident you may not believe they were a “bouncer” in college. When you meet them in person you may think otherwise.
That is it for this month’s column. As always please feel free to reach out with information you would like passed along to your fellow residents. RYCE is the place to be!
