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We would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to all who participated in the 6th General Assembly of the Riffa Views Owners Association, held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Riffa Views International School. Kindly be informed that the General Assembly has issued the following resolutions : Approval of the Agenda Approval of the Minutes of the 5th General Assembly Meeting Held on April 20 and 27, 2024 Approval of the Audited Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2023 Appointment of “KPMG Fakhro” as the External Auditor for the Fiscal Years Ending December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2026 Approval of the Renewal of the Association Manager Contract (RV Real Estate Company WLL) for Two Years Approval of the Association Budget for 2025 Approval to Create the Projects Account and Transfer Surplus Cash Authorize the Board of Directors to review the topics submitted by the Association members and take the necessary actions as needed. Please note that the Board of Directors will review and discuss all topics submitted during the meeting and will inform you of the actions taken in this regard. To watch the meeting recording: Click here
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Please be advised that the 6th RVOA General Assembly, which was held yesterday, Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM, did not meet the legal quorum required to hold the meeting. Accordingly, the General Assembly has been postponed to Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM, at Riffa Views International School (RVIS), and this second meeting will not require a quorum as it will be validly convened by the presence of any number of members. We ask you to personally attend this meeting and actively participate in the discussions and decisions that will be voted on. To view the Agenda and Documents: Click here To watch the meeting recording: Click here
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قرقاعون الرفاع فيوز الجمعة 14 مارس 2025 مدرسة الرفاع فيوز الدولية
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غبقة الرفاع فيوز الرمضانية السبت 15 مارس 2025 النادي الملكي للغولف
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Board Decisions

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The Board of Directors held its meeting no. (10/3/2025) on August 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm at the headquarters of the Riffa Views Company, and issued its decisions according to the items below: 1. Approval of the Minutes of Meeting No. 9/3/2025 held on 24 June 2025 The Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. 2. Monthly Report of the Association Manager for June 2025 The Board reviewed the monthly report and listened to the explanation provided by the Association Manager, who answered the inquiries and questions of the Board members. 3. Updates on the Riffa Views Solar Power Plant Project The Association Manager reported that there are no updates on this project, as the contractor is still awaiting a response from the Electricity and Water Authority. After discussion, the Board assigned the Secretary to follow up with the Authority’s officials to explore the possibility of expediting the commencement of this project. 4. Updates on the Subdivision of Additional Strips of Beneficiary Units The Board reviewed a brief report from the Association Manager regarding the subdivision of additional strips of beneficiary units in Riffa Views. The report indicated that Geo-Data Engineering office has completed the subdivisions in the Riffa Views master plan, and work is currently underway to review the subdivisions to ensure the accuracy of the areas. Following discussion, the Board emphasized the necessity for the updated master plan and subdivisions of the areas covering both common areas, additional strips, and new properties within the lands retained by the Developer to fully comply with all resolutions issued by the Association’s General Assembly in its previous meetings. The Board further recommended that the Association Manager ensure the issuance of ownership deeds for the additional strips before the end of this year. 5. Transfer of Cash Surplus to the Association Projects Account The Board reviewed the opinion of the external auditor regarding the establishment of an Association account. The auditor’s opinion indicated that it is possible to allocate a separate item in the Association’s budget under the name “Association Projects,” with a dedicated financial allocation. After discussion, the Board approved the auditor’s opinion and assigned the Vice Chairman, the Treasurer, and the Association Manager to hold a meeting and submit a proposal to the Board regarding the amount to be transferred to the Projects Account. 6. Settlement Plan for Receivables from RV Real Estate Company as per the 2023 Audited Financial Report The Board reviewed the Association Manager’s proposal for a settlement plan of receivables from RV Real Estate Company. After discussion, the Board assigned the Vice Chairman, the Treasurer, and the Association Manager to hold a meeting to discuss this proposal. 7. Uniform for Licensed Service Workers in Riffa Views The Board reviewed the Association Manager’s proposal to allocate a uniform for service workers licensed to work in residential units in Riffa Views. After discussion, the Board approved adopting the uniform with printed serial numbers, to be borne at the cost of the workers, who must wear it when entering Riffa Views’ estates. 8. Remarks on the Remaining Works of the Lagoon Gate Development Project (Gate 2) The Board decided to postpone the discussion of this item. 9. Preliminary Designs for the Association Headquarters Project and the Oasis Gate Development Project (Gate 1) The Board reviewed the preliminary design for the Oasis Gate (Gate 1) Development Project and requested the Association Manager to modify the design to accommodate the maximum possible number of motorcycle parking spaces allocated for food delivery companies, in order to address the issue of congestion at the entrance gate, particularly during peak hours. As for the Association Headquarters Project, the Board decided to postpone the discussion of this project until the completion of the preliminary designs. 10. Any Other Business The Board discussed the following: 1. Execution Procedures against Owners Defaulting on Service Charge Payments The Board reviewed the Association lawyer’s opinion on the list of owners who have defaulted on paying service charges and against whom payment orders have been filed at the Enforcement Court. The lawyer advised that execution procedures must be implemented on this list in accordance with the procedures and regulations applied by the Enforcement Court. In line with the Board’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and obligations of owners, the Board assigned the Secretary to communicate with the owners to encourage them to settle arrears either by full payment or by installments. In case of non-compliance, the lawyer’s recommendation will be implemented. 2. Social Statistics of Riffa Views Residents within the Association’s Records The Board stressed the necessity of preparing general statistics on Riffa Views residents to gather all relevant data and figures that would support the Board’s efforts to ensure the provision of services and to design development plans aligned with these statistics. After discussion, the Board assigned the Secretary to prepare the required plan to achieve this. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 PM
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The Board of Directors held its meeting no. (9/3/2025) on June 24, 2025 at 1:30 pm at the headquarters of the Riffa Views Company, and issued its decisions according to the items below: 1. Approval of the Minutes of Meeting No. 8/3/2025 held on 28 May 2025 The Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. 2. Monthly Report of the Association Manager for May 2025 The Association Manager presented a summary of the monthly report for May 2025. After discussion, the Board directed its members to send any comments, if any, to the Association Manager. 3. Updates on the Meeting of Real Estate Developers with the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture The Board reviewed the outcomes of the meeting in which Riffa Views Company participated with the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture. The meeting discussed observations submitted by real estate developers and ways to enhance efforts that support the real estate sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Association Manager indicated that during the meeting he emphasized the importance of preserving the identity of major real estate projects by adopting specific building standards for these projects, including the Riffa Views project. 4. Proposal for Direct Supervision of the Operation and Management of the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) The Board reviewed a proposal submitted by the Association Manager regarding the direct supervision of the operation and management of the sewage treatment plant in Riffa Views, which is currently operated and managed by METITO Overseas Water Treatment. After discussion, the Board decided to assign the Vice Chairman to study this proposal and provide the Board with feedback on its feasibility. 5. Bapco Report on Air Quality in Riffa Views (2019 - 2024) The Board reviewed the report received from Bapco regarding the results of the air quality study conducted in Riffa Views during the period from 26 March 2019 to 4 April 2025, in implementation of Ministerial Decision No. (2) of 2021 concerning environmental air quality standards in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The report concluded that the ambient air quality in Riffa Views complies with the current air quality standards set by the Supreme Council for the Environment according to the approved indicators. 6. Results of the Study of Proposals, Topics, and Projects Submitted by Association Members The Board reviewed the results of the study of proposals, topics, and projects submitted by Association members, as per the attached list included in this meeting’s documents. The study was conducted by the Secretary and the Treasurer, with the assistance of the Association Manager. After discussion, the Board decided to assign the Association Manager to follow up on the implementation of the agreed proposals and projects and to provide the Board with the results of their execution. 7. Preliminary Designs for the Gate (1) Development Project The Board decided to postpone the discussion of this item until the completion of the preliminary drawings for the Gate (1) Development Project. 8. Any Other Business The Board discussed requests submitted by a number of Association members and took the necessary actions regarding them. The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 PM
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The Board of Directors held its meeting no. (8/3/2025) on May 28, 2025 at 5:00 pm at the headquarters of the Riffa Views Company, and issued its decisions according to the items below: 1. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meetings held on 6 and 13 May 2025 The Board approved the minutes of the previous meetings. 2. Outcomes of the Board’s Meeting with the President of EWA regarding the Solar Power Plant The Chairman presented the outcomes of the meeting held on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, with H.E. the President of the Electricity and Water Authority to discuss updates on the Riffa Views Solar Power Plant project. The meeting resulted in instructing the Authority’s specialists to facilitate all necessary procedures to finalize the required permits to commence project implementation. After discussion, the Board tasked the Association Manager with following up on developments with the Authority’s officials and updating the Board accordingly. 3. Security Risk Assessment Report in Riffa Views The Association Manager presented the security risk assessment report for Riffa Views, identifying several locations shared with the Royal Golf Club that require additional attention to achieve the highest security standards. He noted that, pursuant to the recent joint meeting between the Association Board and the Club’s Board, it is proposed to send this report to the Club for review and to nominate a responsible contact for coordination on this matter. After discussion, the Board approved this proposal. 4. Resolutions, Minutes, and Reports of the 6th General Assembly - 17 May 2025 The Board reviewed the list of resolutions issued by the 6th General Assembly held on 10 May 2025 (first meeting) and 17 May 2025 (second meeting), and took the necessary actions. The Board also reviewed the list of reports issued, prepared by the Secretary in cooperation with the Association Manager, and resolved to approve these reports. The Secretary and the Association Manager were instructed to correspond with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) to certify the proceedings of the 6th General Assembly. 5. Appointment of RV Real Estate W.L.L. as Association Manager for Two Years Pursuant to the resolution of the 6th General Assembly held on 17 May 2025 approving the renewal of the Association Manager’s contract (RV Real Estate W.L.L.) for two years, the Board approved executing the contract with RV Real Estate W.L.L. as the Association Manager. The Board also reviewed the Vice Chairman’s proposal regarding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Association Manager, aimed at evaluating and guiding performance to ensure effective management across all responsibilities, including financial management, vendor coordination, resident communications, and operational oversight. The Board resolved to include these KPIs in the contract and tasked the Treasurer with preparing a quarterly evaluation. 6. List of Topics and Proposals Submitted by Association Members at the General Assembly The Board reviewed the report presented by the Association Manager covering all topics and proposals submitted by members prior to the General Assembly and those discussed during the meeting, totaling forty (40) items. After discussion, the Board tasked the Treasurer and the Secretary, in collaboration with the Association Manager, to study these items and provide the Board with a report on their feasibility and potential benefit to the Association. 7. Detailed Statement of Service Charge Arrears by Unit At the Treasurer’s request, the Board reviewed the Association Manager’s report on the detailed statement of service charge arrears for units in Riffa Views. In this regard, the Association Manager explained that, in accordance with Resolution No. (1) of 2020 issued by RERA, all unit owners with service charge arrears ranging between 271 and 365 days will receive a first notice, followed by a second notice thirty (30) days later. If they fail to settle, payment orders will be issued. After discussion, the Board instructed the Association Manager to proceed in accordance with the applicable decisions, regulations, and bylaws, while allowing all owners in arrears to settle their outstanding amounts through monthly installments for a period not exceeding twelve (12) months, provided they also remain current on new service charges during the installment period, and that payments are made via post-dated bank cheques. All requests shall be submitted to the Board for final approval. The meeting concluded at 8:00 PM.
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The Board of Directors held its meeting no. (7/3/2025) on May 13, 2025 at 5:00 pm at the headquarters of the Riffa Views Company, and issued its decisions according to the items below: 1. Discussion of the Board Report 2024 - 2025 The Board reviewed the draft presentation of the Board Report 2024 - 2025, which is scheduled to be presented at the second General Assembly meeting on 17 May 2025. All comments were taken, and the necessary amendments to the presentation were made. 2. Any Other Business Under this item, the Board discussed the topics to be addressed during the upcoming meeting with the Executive Committee of the Royal Golf Club, and the proposed topics were reviewed. The Board also discussed a number of requests submitted by Association members and took the necessary actions accordingly. The meeting concluded at 8:00 PM.
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