From the President Hello Everyone, If we haven’t met, my name is Jeremy Vice. Your RRA Board recently, and graciously, voted me their president for the 2026-2027 term. My wife, Tara, and I, have lived in Riverchase for 23 years and have raised our 3 boys, Wesley, Mason and Graham here. We are so thankful [...]
RRA Board Report | Reserve Study Audit Joseph Weber & Amy Mudano In early 2026 The RRA Board commissioned a reserve study that analyzed the neighborhood’s assets and expected expenditures. The goal of the study was to ensure enough money is set aside in the reserve fund to handle upcoming maintenance items and [...]
RRA Board Report | Maintenance Highlights John Gordy Last year the Monument Committee (part of the Beautification Committee) rank-ordered the monuments and islands for enhancements. The top priorities for 2026 were Baneberry, Dividing Ridge, Riverchase Forest and The Highlands/Riverchase Cove. Accomplished to date: Power-washed all monuments and polished the bronze lettering. Updated/repaired the [...]
RRA Board Report Why Update the Governing Documents Chris Barry Riverchase Residential Association’s governing documents, including the By-laws and the Declarations of Protective Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R), serve as the foundation of our ‘covenant protected community’. These are essential for establishing the rights and responsibilities of both the residents and the HOA [...]
The Slowest Race in Riverchase The bugler plays the traditional First Call The entrants take their places The bugler makes the Call to Post The box is lifted The flag drops… And they’re off! You might think this the beginning of an energized horse race, except for that odd fourth line! And you [...]
Take a Ride with Me Down Memory Lane! by Jessie Goodyear I’m proud to call Riverchase, Alabama’s oldest planned community, my home. Developed by John Harbert III, Riverchase became known for quality homes, natural beauty, and its country club. The first home was built in 1976 on Woodsorrel Drive, where the original owner [...]
Greenway Trail Study to Focus on Riverchase Business Park Hoover City Council on June 8th, approved a plan to study the feasibility of adding new greenway trails in the Riverchase Business Park; more specifically a trail along the Cahaba River between U.S. 31 and Interstate 65 that would also include connectors to the Riverwalk [...]
Acton Mine Disaster: Part of the History of Riverchase By Linda Joseph On November 18, 1913, a large explosion shook the Acton #2 mine. The likely cause was a flame inadvertently set near a pocket of gas as the miners broke through a new chamber. Even though the mine was considered well-ventilated and equipped, [...]
From the President I hope your 2026 is off to a great start! It's been a busy time in Riverchase, and your Board has been hard at work, particularly with financial analysis and planning. I'm pleased to report that we ordered an independent audit of RRA's financial records and passed without issue. In addition, the [...]
