March 19, 2020

Dear Rogers Bay Co-Owners:

The Rogers Bay Board of Directors must regretfully confirm the resignation of our Vice President,
Mr. Billy Miller. Since joining our Board in 2017, Billy Miller served as a valuable member of our team and his contribution was essential to our success. Likewise, we must also announce the resignation of member at large, Mr. Jeff Lucas. Jeff Lucas stepped up to fulfill a vacancy in 2019, and was reelected the same year. He was a vital component to our team that we will miss dearly. The choice of these members to step down did not come without intense interpersonal struggles. With a lack of volunteers to help carry the load, it proves more difficult to fulfill our responsibilities with the current climate of Rogers Bay. Both resignations come as a great loss for our Board and our community, but we must respect each decision. 

As all are aware, co-owners volunteer for a 2-year term to serve in a management capacity to our association; this job comes with deep responsibilities and commitment that is not taken lightly. In many of the past months, a small group of co-owners have taken it upon themselves to publicly critique, criticize, and question each member of the Board, some taking direct hits harder than others. Our ethics, morals, performance as Board members, personal and business lives, and every aspect of our existence is being brought into the spotlight in an attempt to undermine our decisions and authority. Some simply do not understand the management capabilities that are given to the Board, so they call every move we make into question. The constant scrutiny and untruths of this group is an attempt to drive a wedge between the Board and all co-owners of Rogers Bay. 

We challenge each and every member of our association to educate their selves with the truth. Please, take time to read our Covenants, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations. In these documents, you will find facts, not Facebook fiction or rumors. Rogers Bay is governed by these documents, as well as North Carolina General Statutes 47C and 55A, respectfully. We cannot pick and choose which law to follow or when to reference which statute. Additionally, Attorney Beth Faleris which was present at our 2019 Annual Members Meeting does not represent any individual or group of co-owners. Ms. Faleris is in place to legally direct the Board; she will not answer to any co-owner. 

The Board of Directors may have to make disagreeable and unpleasant decisions for the best of our community, now or in the future. We ask that the rumors of wrongdoings stop. Instead of speculating, please reach out. We have attempted to remain silent on social media to avoid further criticism, but that clearly is not working. The proper channels for communication have been set: contact the office in writing to request additional information or to file a complaint. Not every complaint or request will receive what some feel to be an appropriate response; please understand we have an obligation to protect our association. Due to pending litigations, not all information may be made public. It is our objective now and always to set the wellbeing of Rogers Bay as the top priority.

Again, our gratitude and appreciation goes out to Billy Miller and Jeff Lucas for their dedication. If you are interested in serving on a committee or the Board of Directors, please reach out to the office manager to inquire about available positions. We are Rogers Bay Strong. 

Sincerely,
Rogers Bay Board of Directors

March 15, 2020

Greetings Rogers Bay, 

Throughout the winter months, the Board of Directors diligently works through various topics and begin planning for the upcoming summer season. The Special Activities & Fundraising committee always gets an early start because there is simply so much to prepare for. Each year, the Special Activities & Fundraising strives to put together enjoyable family events for our friends and neighbors at Rogers Bay, while also raising $2,500 or more in donations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Over the past couple of years we have been able to provide multiple events primarily with the assistance of volunteers from within the campground. Our three major holiday events (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day) have included expanded meal options, and thanks to our volunteers, we have been able to host additional events because we were able to stretch the Special Activities budget further. 

Most of this savings was derived from volunteers not only donating their time, but also actively shopping for deals on food and supplies. Some volunteers were able to provide necessary items at a greatly reduced rate, while others allowed the cook team to utilize their personal cooking/serving equipment. Dozens of people pitched in to prepare all aspects of these events, from shopping to cooking, setup to clean up. This participation allowed us to put on events at a cost of $2 to $5 per attendee depending on the meals served.

Unfortunately, this year, some of our main volunteers informed the Board they would not be available to participate at the same level as usual for various reasons. Additionally, there has been a significant decrease in volunteers stepping forward for all committees.

In the event that we cannot find volunteers to assist at the same level as we have enjoyed recently, we will use outside vendors to cater our events. The average cost for these vendors will tend to be $10-$12/person or higher depending on the meal, and therefore Special Activities & Fundraising will not be able to produce the same number or style of events that we have grown accustom to, nor be able to meet our fundraising goal for St. Jude’s.

If you would like to volunteer with Special Activities & Fundraising or any other committee, please contact Mrs. Dail, Office Manager, at (910)328-0568 or rogersbayoffice@embarqmail.com. You may also see Jasmine Knowles, Board Liaison for the Special Activities & Fundraising Committee, for more information regarding volunteer needs. Thank you in advance for any and all volunteers; we look forward to providing the best quality events possible.

Rogers Bay Strong,
Rogers Bay Board of Directors