Rumsey Island is located in Joppa Town, MD.
The Rumsey Island Residents Association is a group of residents and property owners who advocate for and organize activities within Rumsey Island. We have elected leaders and voluntary ($40 annual) dues. We work together for changes and improvements such as neighborhood safety, beautification and social activities. We reinforce rules and regulations through education, peer pressure, volunteering to help each other, and by looking out for each other.
The Rumsey Island Residents Association is not a HOA. We are a completely voluntary "Neighborhood or Community Association" and as such does not need to meet specific requirements as with a stringent HOA. We do not have the legal authority to enforce rules and regulations that focus on restrictions and building and safety issues.
For more information contact us at RIRA@RumseyIsland.com
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Fall Yard Waste Cleanup
Monday December 5, 2022
Rumsey Island Composting Site
Church of the Resurrection Copley Parish
This year we are excited to announce your fall yard waste can be dropped off any day / any time / all season long at the Rumsey Island Composting site located at Copley Parish. You will not be restricted to a scheduled date.
Same rules apply: please use paper bags, no branches larger than 3" diameter, no bags over 40 lbs. No trash, no plastic. Please obey the Composting Rules posted on the side of the station. Any questions, please direct message Rumsey Island Community Compost.
RIRA Members Only - Plan for Pick-Up on the morning of December 5th. If you are a paid RIRA member requiring assistance getting your yard waste over to the composting station for any reason, you will need to RSVP! You can call or text Suzanne at 410-493-3393 to be added to the route. Place your yard waste at the curb so it is readily visible and ready for pick-up by 8:00AM. Happy composting!
Members' Holiday Party
Thursday December 8, 2022
6:00PM - Members Only
Church of the Resurrection Copley Parish
Join your fellow RIRA members for an evening of holiday cheer, socializing and an Italian buffet just steps from your front door. This year's holiday dinner will be held at Copley Parrish right here on the Island. No need to drive, just walk on over. Socializing hour starts 6PM, dinner served at 7PM.
$20 per person (Members Only)
Italian Buffet (Appetizers, Salad, Main Courses, Dessert & Wine)
Note: House wine will be served, but you can BYOB if you want to bring your own preferred beverage.
Cash or check payments only.
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH. RSVP to Sue Tyber at 410-679-8963. If you would like to reserve an entire table for your group of neighbors, please let Sue know your head count.
Holiday Decorating Contest
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Island-Wide
String the Lights and Deck the Halls! Our Judges will be traveling the Island to identify the "Best Dressed" homes for the Holidays.
$25 gift cards will be awarded each to the Single-Family and Townhouse selected for first place; $15 gift cards will be awarded each to the Single-Family and Townhouse selected for second place. And of course - Bragging Rights to the Winners!
Christmas Caroling
Friday, December 16, 2022
6:00 PM
Meet at the entrance to Parker's Point, corner of Shore and Anchor
Join Santa and his elves to help spread some Holiday Cheer around the Island. No singing required!
Dues Now Being Accepted!
Now is the perfect time to Renew or Join the Rumsey Island Residents Association.
Support the drive this year, and encourage your neighbors to join in as we work together in building a safe and healthy community that you will be proud to call home.
PAY NOW!
Please Note: RIRA Membership Dues are to be paid each calendar year. Membership runs from January through December.
Join the Rumsey Island Residents Association
RIRA is a social organization. We meet once a month at a local restaurant for our meetings. Some people arrive early for dinner or a drink. We provide snacks at the meetings.
RIRA supports and is involved in local events and community issues such as the July 4th Parade and the Copley Parish Fall Festival just to name a few. RIRA has also been successful in working with Harford County to test water quality in our surrounding rivers.
Your $40 commitment to our community helps to fund landscaping projects, and community events around the Island. RIRA awards prizes for the Holiday Light Contest. We also host the annual Crab Feast & Holiday Party.
And finally, a big benefit of being a member of RIRA is knowing that for only $40 you can make a difference in the community.
Please Note: RIRA Membership Dues are to be paid each calendar year. Membership runs from January through December.
If you have any questions about our events or your RIRA dues status please don't hesitate to email us at RIRA@rumseyisland.com
Ways to Join RIRA Today:
A $40 check can be made payable to and mailed to:
RIRA, PO Box 196, Joppa, MD 21085)
Download Membership Form (pdf)
Dues can also be paid online for $43
