May 2026

Key Takeaways:

• Rhode Island NEMBA's bank account currently holds $58,170, with anticipated balance of $53,544 after expenses

• Chapter voted to earmark $50,000 from operating funds for Echo Lake project, bringing total available funds to $245,000 (67% of projected cost)

• NEMBA signature grant of $10,000 approved for Echo Lake - first time in Rhode Island history!

• CPR/First Aid training scheduled for May 14th at $30 per person, with 9 ride leaders registered

• Eastern State Cup Enduro successfully completed with 40+ volunteers, though registration and camping numbers were lower than expected

• Big River Fun Ride (August 16th) still lacks a coordinator and may be cancelled if none found by deadline

• Crafted Hope brewery closing permanently, eliminating potential partnership opportunities

• Night ride special license ended for season; rides now limited to 10 people per group during daylight hours

Addtional detail available on request by reaching out to Chapter Secretary Charles Picard, cpicard@nemba.org