Rochdale Village Bulletin Newspaper - February 2023 Edition

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

A Discussion On The State Of Black Politics

Hosted by the Community Relations Committee

By MaryaM HuBBard, CHairperson

OnWednesday, February 8, 2023, the Rochdale Village Community Relations Committee partnered with President Wayne Devonish of 500 Men Making a Difference along with Southeast Queens residents, Robert Alleyne, Founder & CEO of Alleyne Con-

sulting Group, and Former NYC Deputy Comptroller Michael Lambert. The event kicked off Black History Month in Rochdale Village by moderating a Black History Month Community conversation on the current state of black political power. The event featured engaging and insightful perspectives on the past, present and future of black political power from featured

panelist, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and Harold Miller, former Executive Director of the City’s Racial Justice Commission and City Council candidate. The room was filled with residents not only from Rochdale Village, but from the community at large. The NYPD Dance Troop

was invited to perform and they did a lovely tribute to Black History Month. Delicious Food was sponsored and served by Truth Restaurant and Lounge, located in Laurelton, Queens. This was indeed a great opportunity for Residents and Elected officials to come together and converse on such meaningful conversations.

Pictures on page 3.

(l. to r.) Co-Founder of 500 Men Making a Difference Cyriac St. Vil, Founder of Alleyne Consulting Group Robert Alleyne, Former Executive Director of City’s Racial Justice Commission Harold Miller, 500 Men Making a Difference Member Rodney Pride, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Community Relations Committee Chair Maryam Hubbard, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, Founder of 500 Men Making a Difference Wayne Devonish, Young Attendee Amaryllis Greene, 500 Men Making a Difference Member Patrick Toussaint, Former NYC Deputy Comptroller Michael Lambert.

ROCHDALE VILLAGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2021-2022

The Rochdale Village Board of Directors serves 5,860 middle income families and more than 25,000 people in the world’s second largest housing cooperative, located at 169-65 137th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11434; Tel: 718276-5700 extension 3360..

OFFICERS OF THE BOARD

Chairwoman of the Board

Althea Hicks

President

Jean Hall

Vice Presidents

Maryam Hubbard

Kamal Saleem

Keysha Beasley

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Treasurer

Letisha Azizah

Assistant Treasurer

Althea Hicks

Secretary

Stacey Francis

Assistant Secretary

Nadine Browne

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD

Letisha Azizah

Keysha Beasley

Nadine Browne

Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass

Stacey Francis

Jean Hall

Gary Hawkins

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Althea Hicks

Maryam Hubbard

Sheila McKenzie

Jean Randolph-Castro

Kamal Saleem

Derrick Shareef

George Simon (State Representative)

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

Budget & Finance

Althea Hicks

Commercial Services

Letisha Azizah

Community Center

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Community Relations

Maryam Hubbard

Legal & Management

Jean Hall

Maintenance

Keysha Beasley

Orientation

Letisha Azizah

Public Safety

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Senior Citizens

Jean Hall

Youth Planning

Nadine Browne

Environment, Parks, & Recreation

Kamal Saleem

Parking Kamal Saleem

Media & IT

Stacey Francis

MANAGEMENT

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc.

General Manager

Jay Williams

Assistant Managers

Herbert Freedman

Wilfred Rodriguez

Controller

William Young

Director of Maintenance

Kelvin Pantaleon

Public Safety Chief

Adolph Osback

Power Plant Director

Corey Jones

Human Resource Director

Dolores Benner

General Counsel

Robert Bernstein

President’s Message

- by Jean Hall

As we close out February honoring Black History Month there were a number of programs and events held in our community.

The Senior Citizens Committee paid tribute to Carter G. Woodson aka The Father of Black History Month. The Community Relations Committee held a special Black History Month program; the Youth Planning Committee took youth from our community on a trip to the Smithsonian African American Museum of History and Culture and the Community Center in conjunction with Queens DA Melinda Katz & Co-Sponsor NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams hosted a program honoring family, community and culture. It is wonderful having our community come alive and reaching out to touch all age groups throughout our development.

We turn the page to March and will celebrate Women’s History Month. Upcoming events include a March 17th Celebration hosted by Senator James Sanders honoring educators with your Board of Directors, the Senior Center and Senior Citizens Committee with hold a celebration on March 23rd and the Community Relations Committee will Honor Hidden Figures within our Community on March 25th.

While we love celebrations,

your board majority is busy working on your behalf. The convector project is on hold pending needed modifications in order to improve the efficiency of the units. We are carefully reviewing the renovations in the building community rooms and look forward to having a phased re-opening of the building community rooms beginning in April 2023. We are in the process of updating the rules and regulations that govern these rooms and will be reaching out to the existing and potential keyholders for their input.

Based on a shareholder recommendation we are working on making the front door to the management office handicap accessible. We expect to have the Request for Proposal (RFP) ready by 2/24/23. We are also deeply sensitive to the need for parking and we are looking for ways to effectively address the problem with short-term and long-term planning.

We are also looking at our professional representation and making changes that will serve to improve the way we do business. We need professional representation that will stay out of the politics and focus on delivering the highest quality of service to all shareholders.

The previous system of keeping corporate records was lacking and consequently leaves the new majority scrambling to

vital information on contracts, projects, and board policies. We are in the process of creating a file system that will be housed electronically and traditional paper files. This will enable information to be passed on to all directors in an organized and professional manner.

We are addressing the qualityof-life issues that exist in certain buildings. It is vital that shareholders work with public safety. We want everyone to feel safe and secure in their building and not be subject to objectionable behavior. It is a process, and I am committed to making sure all issues are addressed.

It takes an collective group of minds willing to do the work to make our community thrive and succeed. My colleagues and I value diversity of opinion, independent thinking and hard work. As always, I am here to serve on your behalf!

President, Jean Hall

The Rochdale Board will meet on Monday, March 27, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. online or in the ballroom

A Discussion On The State Of Black Politics (cont.)

Senior Center Reflects on Black History

By Mikell riCHards

OnFriday, February 17, 2023, the Rochdale Village Senior Center decided it wasn’t enough to kick off Black History Month at the beginning of February, but that they needed to dedicate more time on it.

They gathered in the Jewel Café to watch performances by the Seniors. The event

started out with words from Recreation Coordinator, Evelyn Wilson, and the Mistress of Ceremony, Mary Smith. Next up was the New Senior Center, Choir, coordinated by Wilhemina Lockridge. Individual seniors then took to the stage, with poetry and musical selections. Then it was time for the African Dance Troop of Rochdale Senior Center to get the party going. They danced from room to room, and even

shared why they throw money. “To show appreciation,” explained resident senior Rachel Iroku.

More poetry and selections from the choir followed, and the program finished with a reading of the poem “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou. It was an afternoon of great performances, as well as moments of reflection.

On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, The Rochdale Village Community Relations Committee welcomed several prominent figures to the Community Center to a hosted lecture for Black History Month to discuss “Black Political Power in 2023”.

Photo Credit : Mikell Richards.

Photo Credit : Speaker Adams’ Office.

Monthly Report

- by Marion Scott

- by Jay Williams

General Manager’s Monthly Report for February 2023

ROCHDALE’S FAÇADE PROGRESS REPORT

The NYC Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), also known as Local Law 11, requires NYC buildings taller than six stories to have their facades inspected and repaired every five years. Each 5-year interval is called a “Cycle”. We are currently on Cycle 9. The law was recently enhanced to protect New Yorkers from falling debris after several deadly accidents occurred. In 2014 an emphasis was put on balcony railings. When I first arrived, this was the first community meeting I hosted as the Assistant General Manager. I recall how upset our shareholders were at first, due to the affect this had on enclosures. In the end, most attendees understood that these measures are in the best interest of safety of everyone. This law becomes increasingly more strict in each iteration. In Cycle 9, the new directive is to check each building “face” (see fig. 3) every 60 feet which adds additional cost to the project but also additional safety.

Rochdale is in a uniquely challenging position when it comes to Local Law 11 (“LL11”). Aside from the sheer size of our property, our buildings suffer from a construction defect whereas they have no wall ties connecting the façade to the sub wall (see fig. 1). This is an unusual feature that creates a potentially dangerous condition. If left unchecked this may cause bulging bricks (see fig. 2) that may eventually lead to failure (bricks falling from the buildings).

This defect led us to push for a meeting with the DOB back in the winter of 2021 concerning an accommodation of our compliance timeframe for LL11. Our proposed action plan is between 5-10 years depending on the condition of the buildings once the “close up” inspections occur.

ize with all these processes, holes still exist and we are always looking for ways to improve.

In 2015, we added the Emergency Alert System and revamped front desk at Management and Group Offices. Recently, we added the Management Facebook page for added Shareholder communication. This is checked daily. The newest measure of customer care and accountability is our Integrity Control Officer position. While this has existed in a public safety capacity in the past, we altered the focus with an emphasis on maintenance. We now do customer service call back checks to see how service calls went and perform additional building inspections. We will continue to adjust the robust building management system MSI created. More improvements are on the horizon soon.

FLUCTUATING HOT WATER

FINE TUNING THE OPERATION

I was very fortunate to have been brought into an existing system of service created by my predecessor, Mr. Scott. Each position, from Group Manager to the handymen and porters, has a set schedule of the day’s tasks. If this schedule is followed, it will ensure the overall cleanliness of the buildings. The Office Coordinators (formerly Group Secretaries) have a list of tasks that include calling ahead to ensure the shareholder is home prior to dispatching workers. These schedules are not set in stone, as different situations can cause deviations, however it is a solid framework for building maintenance. It also provides for accountability if services are not being kept to a high standard. As Management works to provide better customer service to our Cooperators, we real-

Many Shareholders have experienced unstable water temperatures while using their shower or bath. This can create a very uncomfortable bathing experience and can be caused by a few varying factors. We have done a lot of work in our [water] Pump Rooms, including new circulating pumps, to improve the water flow of domestic hot water (Fig. 4). Even with these improvements over time sediment in the water build can still build in the pipes creating blockages. This in turn causes the water to flow inconsistently, creating intermittent hot and cold water conditions. There are also older shower body fixtures that we have removed from apartments over the years that can cause water fluctuations. If you experience fluctuating water temperatures in your apartment, please contact your Group Manager so we can investigate the issue.

(Fig.1) – Wall Tiles.

(Fig. 2) – Bulging Bricks.

(Fig. 3) – Rochdale buildings have 27 faces. Each building will have 54 checks/safety probes in Cycle 9.

(Fig. 4) – Old pump room vs. renovated pump room.

Public Safety Report

- by Chief Adolph Osback

January 2023

The Public Safety department maintains 24 hour / 7 days a week coverage.

The statistical data for the month of January 2023 is outlined below

COMPLAINTS:

99 Loitering complaints of which 33 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiters were present)

130 Noise complaints of which 87 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be heard)

INVESTIGATIVE UNIT:

12 Risk Management Incidents (trips/falls/other injuries)

45 Investigative Incidents (criminal matters, cooperator violations etc.)

8 Violations Issued

2 Related Arrest Incidents

2 C-Summons (issued in lieu of arrest for minor offenses)

1 Fire Incident

70 Total Incidents for month by Investigative Unit

TASK FORCE UNIT:

187 Directed & Routine Verticals

These verticals resulted in 1 arrest, 1 C-Summon issued, 45 violations, and encountered 48 loiterers during the vertical patrols.

Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis of various patrol reports.

4,488 building verticals, ground floor inspections and parking lot checks were conducted in the month.

327 Directed verticals were conducted in the month.

4,815 total post inspections conducted in the month.

Filtering Calls to Dispatch:

1060 calls for assistance by public safety

805 calls referred for maintenance issues

1865 Total Calls Received for Assistance during the month

Cooperator Escort Service

195 Calls for cooperator escorts

100 Calls aided sick / injury and elevator entrapments

Provided by 113th Precinct Sergeant Kevin Watz, Crime Analysis Division to Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, Public Safety Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan

28 DAY ROCHDALE VILLAGE INDEX CRIMES SUMMARY:

Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative

For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022 (FISCAL 2023)

Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2022 and FY 2023 vs. Budget

For tHe nine (9) MontHs ended deCeMBer 31, 2022, conTrollable income BeFore interest, depreCiation, aMortization, and inCoMe taxes deCreased $(2,138,000) to $4,143,000 as CoMpared to $6,281,000 in tHe Budget Below you will Find an explanation oF tHe aCCounts witH signiFiCant CHanges vs tHe Budget:

Controllable Income is defined as income less variable expenses that can be managed by the Company (“A measure of Operation efficiency of the Company). It is commonly known as EBITDA (Earnings before Interest, Taxes and Depreciation and Amortization).

Operating Revenue and Expense variances are explained below:

REVENUE

Total revenue - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Total revenue was relatively inline with the Budget $62,600,000 as compared to $62,224,000 in the Budget. Even though Total revenue was in-line with the Budget, there were variances within the Total Revenue category that are explained below:

Apartment revenue - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Apartment revenue was relatively in-line with the Budget at $54,952,000 as compared to $54,684,000 in the Budget.

Other Rental Revenue - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Other Rental Revenue increased $185,000 to $1,463,000 as compared to $1,278,000 in the budget. This increase is principally due to the increase in monthly parking charges in August 2021 from $39.50 to $45.00 and no such increases were anticipated in the Budget.

EXPENSES

Total expenses - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, total expenses increased $2,515,000 to $58,458,000 as compared to $55,942,000 in the Budget. This increase is explained in the following expense categories:

Administrative - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Administrative expenses increased $433,000 to $4,503,000 as compared to $4,071,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due to

(1) Account 505.30 - the increase of $92,315 related to the calculation & payment to Management of the 6% Commercial Leasing fees for lease renewals and new leases, (2) an increase $181,000 in collection costs related to the courts opening up (3) an increase of $156,000 in administrative office expenses related to inflation impacting purchases of office expense and other related costs which was not Budgeted for.

Maintenance and operating costs - For the Nine (9) Months Ended

December 31, 2022, Maintenance and Operating costs increased $2,724,000 to $11,498,000 as compared to $8,774,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to the following expense categories:

Contracted Services – For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, these accounts increased approximately $2,531,000 to $6,875,000 as compared to $4,344,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due to the increase in Apartment Repairs (account 620.50). This increase is related to: (1) the cost impact of supply shortages (2) an increase in requests for floor tile replacements in FY 2023 which is related to the impact of covid delaying work in the prior year (3) the impact on expenses due to the significant increase in Inflation.

Public Safety - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Public Safety costs decreased $(1,331,000) to $3,722,000 as compared to $5,054,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to the Budget reflecting a full staff.

Power Plant – For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Total Power Plant expenses in-

creased $1,178,000 to $13,928,000 as compared to $12,749,000 in the Budget. There were both positive and (negative) fluctuations in the expense categories which are explained below:

1. FUEL & UTILITIES - (Fuel Oil, Fuel Gas & Heating and Cooking Gas) - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Fuel expenses increased $522,000 to $5,739,000 as compared to $5,217,000 in the Budget. The reason for this increase is due to the following:

Fuel – Oil - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Fuel increased approximately $186,000 to $222,000 as compared to $36,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to the additional fuel-oil costs related to the installation of a new aerator in FY 2023.

Fuel Heating and gas - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Fuel Heating and Gas increased approximately $198,000 to $5,217,000 as compared to $5,019,000 in the Budget. This increase is related to increased usage: offset, in-part, by lower costs related to National Grid and Engie (our Natural Gas supplier) as describe

below:

1. Natural Gas Prices (Engie) – In September 2020, when the Natural Gas market was at a 25-year low, Management executed a 5.5 year forward contract at $0.392 per Therm (a measurement of natural gas purchases). This locked in the price of Gas prices for 5.5 years. This means that Rochdale Village Inc. is protected from Natural gas price fluctuations till March 2026.

(3) Seasonality in the Budget was based on prior % and the actual is trending in a slightly different volume.

2. Water & Sewer - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Water and Sewer expenses increased approximately $1,075,000 to $4,696,000 as compared to $3,621,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to the Budget projecting savings from the water conservation project being delayed due to COVID. Further analysis indicates that the savings is not as beneficial as anticipated in the Budget. In addition, more residents continue working from home which results in an increase in water usage.

Insurance Expense - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31,

2022, Insurance expenses increased $781,000 to $5,954,000 as compared to $5,172,000 in the Budget. The increase is due to the Rochdale insurance policies renewal. In the renewal, the most significant policy increase was the General Liability including umbrella. During discussions with our insurance broker, he explained that there have been significant industrywide increases in insurance costs related to COVID and our claims experience is negatively impacting our costs.

Employee Benefits - For the Nine (9) Months Ended December 31, 2022, Employee Benefits expense decreased $(1,067,000) to $6,252,000 as compared to $7,320,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to (1) a decrease $480,000 in Local 32 BJ benefits due to the contract reducing the 32BJ benefits to offset the one-time $3,000 bonus payment to 32BJ employees (2) A decrease in SSOBA benefits due to the vacancies as compared to the Budget at Full Staff.

Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and HCR) - The reserve and escrow balance were $30,466,000 as of December 31, 2022.

Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2020, 2021 FY 2022 and FY 2023

- by William Young

CROSSWORD

Across

3. Garrett Morgan is responsible for which two inventions? Blood banks, Charles Drew is responsible for which of the following?

4. Who was the first African American Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?

7. She was the first African American to publish her writings Lena Horne, Who was the American singer, actress, and civil rights leader who got her start singing at the Cotton Club in New York City at age 16?

11. Arthur Ashe was a famous _____

18. Which of the following cases and/or legislation was the only one not to occur in the 1960’s?

20. In what year did Harriet Tubman escape slavery?

21. Who is the author who wrote “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”?

22. Who was the first African American poet to win a Pulitzer Prize?

Down

1. Which of the following court cases dealt with interstate commerce?

2. What was the first Black owned company to be traded on the New York Stock Exchange?

5. Who was the first African American car manufacturer in 1916?

6. Jackie Robinson was the first African American to do what?

8. What was the nickname for the allBlack 332nd Fighter Group of the U.S. Army Air Corps which escorted Allied Bombers through European airspace on 1,578 missions during World War II?

9. What service did the first African American female millionaire Madame C.J. Walker, provide?

10. What was the first black newspaper?

12. Which important legislation forbid employers from discriminating against minorities?

13. What was the first American Colony to abolish slavery?

14. He started the “Back to Africa Movement”, and was later deported back to his homeland in Jamaica?

15. Who was first black actress to win the Academy Award’s Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 2006?

16. Who was the Ladies World Figure Skating Championship in 1986?

17. Who was the first black astronaut to walk in space?

19. Who was the pitcher in the Negro Baseball league who developed batbadger, and jump ball and was elected into Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971?

Valentine’s Day Highlights From The Youth Planning Committee’s (YPC) Love Crafts

By nadine Browne, CHairperson

YPC, led by Chair Nadine Brown and cochair Shawn Chandler, held a Pre-Valentine’s Day event, on Friday, February 10, 2023, where all RV youth and parents were welcomed. Our youth checked in with volunteers Michelle Reid and Lashone Brown. From there, they were able to visit different stations. First up, the chocolate station, where they made chocolate lollipops, chocolate covered pretzels with volunteers Tina Young, Donelle Brown,

Dorothy Jackson and Deborah. Then, the jewelry station, where youth created beaded and name bracelets with volunteers Shawna Hubbard-Thomas, and Gloria Young. From there, they could visit the Valentine’s card station, where youth colored and wrote Valentine’s Day cards with volunteers Shavonne Jackson, Terri Wright and Evelyn Hicks.

Beyond the stations, the youth participated in a self-love affirmations workshop where youth were taken through a lesson, wrote their thoughts in their workbooks and learned about affirmations, how to overcome challeng-

es, and were reminded about all the ways they are loved and should love themselves. In the end, the participants were presented with their own self-love mirror to decorate and write their affirmations with volunteers Dr. Joy Harris and Lashone Brown. Throughout the evening, everyone enjoyed pizza and beverages with volunteers Khedda Hayden-Ryan and Monica Humprey.

We received and appreciated the generous donation from Kevin Livingston of 100Suits.

(l. to r.) Photographer Nyree Cryrus, Youth Planning Committee Chair Nadine Browne, Committee Co-Chair Shawn Chandler.

Our Rochdale Village

ROCHDALE VILLAGE BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

The Rochdale Village Community Center, Queens DA Melinda Katz, and Co-Sponsor City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams hosted a celebration to commemorate black history on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in the Community Center Grand Ballroom from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

: Larry

(Photo Credit

‘Love’ Moore).

Queens DA Melinda Katz presents special award to husband of Alexis Celestin.

Program MC Cheryl Wills and Keynote Speaker Breon Peace.

(l. to r.) Community Center Director Julia Shaw, State Senator Leroy Comrie, Board President Jean Hall, Queens DA Melinda Katz, Board Chair Althea Hicks.

(l. to r.) Board President Jean Hall, Honorees: Board Director Derrick Shareef, Karean McKellar-Thurston, Eva Cooper, MC Cheryl Wills, Honorees: Dr. Maria Hubbard, Kevin Livingston, Board Director Jean Randolph-Castro, Board Vice President Khedda Hayden-Ryan.

Village Community

ROCHDALE VILLAGE SENIOR CENTER HOST BRAATA PERFORMANCE

The Rochdale Village Community Center came alive with the sound of music performed by the BRAATA Folk Singers on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Braata is a not-for-profit Caribbean performing arts and education troupe, who has performed in Rochdale in the past. The concert started at 1:30 p.m. and was sponsored by NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams in recognition of Black History Month.

(Photo Credit : Mikell Richards).

(l. to r.) Senior Center Recreation Coordinator Evelyn Wilson, Resident Centenarian Esther Lee Boyd Henegan, Senior Center Director Sheree Shivers, and RVSS Board Member Hettie Powell.

A Black History Month Celebration

Hosted by Rochdale Village Community Center and Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz

By CyntHia Bernadine

Rochdale Village Community Center and Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz hosted a celebratory program in honor of Black History Month on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, in the Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom. The 3-hour long program, which was co-sponsored by NYC City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, included musical and dance performances from local artists, award presentations as well as vendors from local black-owned businesses.

The Mistress of Ceremonies for the event was none other than Cheryl Wills, Anchor of ‘NY1 Live at Ten’ and host of ‘In Focus with Cheryl Wills’. The doors opened promptly at 4:30 p.m. to a packed room, allowing guests inside to spend the first hour mingling, visiting vendors, and enjoying food and desserts provided by The Royal Hub and Craft of All Trades before the program began.

The program opened with an invocation and closed with a benediction, both by Reverend Donna James of “His Temple Fitness” Ministry,

with brief welcoming words from Community Center Director, Julia Shaw. It was a program chock full of content: A Tribute to the Ancestors by Baba Wali Baraka, Shemeka Fennell performed The National Anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”, and entertaining performances from Eluminations II, BlaQue Voices, Destined 2 Dance, and Teen Connects.

The evening’s keynote speaker, Breon Peace, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, spoke passionately about the importance of commemorating Black History throughout the country, as well as his own upbringing.

Remarks were given by Rochdale Board President Jean Hall and Queens DA Katz before awards were presented to honorees. This year’s honorees and award recipients were especially close to Rochdale Village. Dr. Maria Hubbard, whose impact and contributions to RV have been invaluable, serves as The Director of Agape Bethel Community Development Corporation. Derrick Shareef is a long-standing community activist, dating back to his participation in B-MAD

(Black Men Against Drugs), and his leadership in the martial arts arena serves both youth and seniors of our community. He currently serves on the Rochdale Village Board of Directors.

From the Queens DA Office: Eva Cooper, Assistant DA/Section Chief of Intake, and Karean McKellar-Thurston, Supervising Paralegal were honored. Also honored was Kevin Livingston, 100 Suits for 100 Men/Community Activist, who is a current Rochdale resident and has been changing lives as well as shaping new hopes for men in the community at large for some time now.

District Attorney Katz also recognized Alexis Celestin, Deputy Director of the Conviction Integrity Unit, who passed away last year. With the one-year anniversary of her passing approaching, Katz recognized her contributions to the QCDA’s office as well as her work within the community, presenting a special award that her husband accepted in her name.

Before the benediction, Cheryl Wills closed out the evening, which could only be summed up as being one of fellowship.

[More pictures on pages 16].

YPC Black History Month Youth Bus Trip: Learn the Past, Shape the Future!

By nadine Browne, CHairperson

OnSaturday, February 18, 2023, Rochdale YPC Chair

Nadine Brown and co-chair

Shawn Chandler hosted a Black History Month bus trip to the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Washington, DC.

45 YPC youth, parents, and chaperones, boarded a charter bus at 7 a.m., seen off by President Jean Hall, enjoyed breakfast and light lunch on the bus as we traveled to Washington, DC National Mall where we stopped at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, walked along the inspirational wall, took pictures in front of

Dr. King’s statue, and took in the sunny and warm weather and the ducks swimming in the pond.

We then boarded the bus to the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture where we were welcomed by a tour guide that provided the history of the museum and maps. We entered the museum in small groups and toured our rich history from slavery to the present. After touring the museum, we visited the gift shop, took a moment to reflect, took photos and boarded the bus and headed to the Golden Corral, where we ate until our heart was content, a buffet of steak, fried chicken, mac & cheese, pizza, fried shrimp, soups, salads, desserts, ice cream, slushies and so much more. We

ended our early dinner and boarded the bus returning to Rochdale at 10pm. The Rochdale Village Board of Directors sponsored a few youths, giving them the opportunity to have this memorable experience. We also received a donation from a RV YPC Parent.

It was an absolute rewarding, empowering, and fun experience for our youth and community! We learned and soaked up the richness of our history, were empowered by our history and made History! We connected, laughed, supported each other, created memories, and ate good.

A huge shoutout of appreciation to YPC Youth, YPC Parents and Grandparents. YPC’s commitment to engage, empower, advocate for and uplift our youth

through meaningful, educational, social and fun experiences, activities and events.

Credits: RV Board of Directors for personally sponsoring a few of our youth, President Jean Hall for seeing us off the morning of the trip, The BlaQue Resource Network’s Aleeia Abraham for printing our amazing banner, Shine Bright 360 Entertainment for designing our flyer and banner graphics, Creative Ankh Designs for YPC T-shirt graphic, Overflow Vinyl’s Jovanna Miller for printing T-shirts and sweatshirts, BestTravel.USA for our bus drivers Sergi and Wakee for taking us and bringing us back safely. We went, we saw, and we made History! Know the Past, Shape the Future!

Photo Credit : YPC.

I am

a product of BLACK HISTORY

By antHony Blake, roCHdale village Cooperator & poet

Iamthe proud product of black history. My direction, determination, and commitment which places me at the center of my own roots in achieving and being self-reliant comes from my exposure to black excellence.

My Grandfather was instrumental in surrounding me with my Great Uncle Eubie’s spirit. My Great Uncle Eubie Blake was a famous black Jazz Pianist, Composer, Movie and Broadway Star. My Grandfather, Mr. Charles Blake, had me take professional piano lessons at the age of 15 from a professional female opera singer and male concert

pianist. With two blends extending into harmony, the foundation for me was set.

Eubie Blake produced and directed “SHUFFLE ALONG”, a play that appeared on Broadway twice back in 1920s and was very successful for that time period. In 1978, two African-American musicals opened on Broadway and Eubie! A tribute to the songs of Eubie Blake was one of them. A few years later, my Great Uncle Eubie was given recognition and honor called “EUBIE” in 1985 on Broadway.

My Grandfather and Great Uncle weren’t the only ones to contribute to who I am; another was Joe Black. His achievements were professional and sportsmanship. He was

my mentor from Greyhound Bus Lines, Inc. as the Corporate Vice President of Special Markets, but there was another side to Mr. Black. He was also a former pitcher with the Brooklyn Dodgers and played alongside Jackie Robinson. Mr. Black and Mr. Robinson were even roommates during their baseball days.

These exceptional men have made a huge impact in my life. I celebrate them not only in February but daily as their legacy fulfills me throughout my days. Although, they are now deceased, I continue to carry their torch of extraordinaire and step into courage being my own destiny.

abouT rochdale Village commiTTeeS

Cooperative living embraces the principle that we are a community that works together for the common good. This means each resident plays an active role in supporting their community, and ultimately, each other. Cooperators may join any committee by simply calling the board office, 718-275-5700 ext. 3360 and request your name be added to the members list. You are free to join as many committees as you choose!

Senior ciTizen commiTTee

Meeting Minutes February 1, 2023

Chair JH welcomed everyone to February’s meeting. The meeting was called to order at 10:10AM. There were approximately 75 members present.

JH opened the meeting with an update on the celebration for Women’s History month. She advised the committee, that we will not have a formal committee meeting next month (March 2023). Rather, we will participate in a special Women’s History Program with the Senior Center on Thursday, March 23, 2023, from 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Seniors can begin signing up for this event on Monday, February 6, 2023 at the board office and senior center. Maximum capacity will be 200 participants. We look forward to a wonderful event!

Next, JH acknowledged that this month we celebrate Black History. However, we would be remiss if we did not recognize the tragedy in the death of Mr. Tyre Nichols. A moment of silence was held. Mr. Nichols was stopped by police in Memphis, Tennessee he was beaten severely by several officers, and he died several days later.

JH asked the membership to focus on the

humanity of Mr. Nichols he was our brother, an extension of us as members of the African American community. Tyre Nichols was 29 years old. He moved to Memphis, Tennessee shortly before the pandemic from California. He recently began working for Fed Ex where his co-workers only had fond memories of him. He has a 4-year-old son, who will have to grow up without his loving smile and care to guide him. Family members tell us he was an avid skateboarder and loved photography especially pictures of nature. Tyre used to join a small group of friends at Starbucks to take time to fellowship and engage in regular talk of the day especially sports. His favorite football team was the San Francisco 49’ers. He was loved and his life mattered!

Committee members received a handout as they entered, titled “Celebrating Black History Month.” The handout featured Carter G. Woodson – aka – The Father of Black History. In 1915, Carter G. Woodson traveled to Washington, D.C. to take part in a national celebration of the 50th anniversary of the emancipation. It was out of this meeting of thousands of Black Americans that he was inspired to do more in the spirit of celebrating Black history and heritage.

He founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History; later named the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the group sponsored a national Negro History week in 1926 choosing the second week of February to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.

With the rise of the civil rights and Black Power movements in the 1960’s young African Americans on college campuses were becoming increasingly conscious of the historic dimension of their experience. They urged the ASALH to change with the times which included a shift to a monthlong celebration of Black history. In 1976, on the 50th anniversary of the first Negro History Week, the Association officially made the shift to Black History Month.

Since then, every US President has issued a proclamation honoring the spirit of Black History Month.

The Black History Month 2023 theme, “Black Resistance,” explores how “African American have resisted historic and ongoing oppression, in all forms, especially the racial terrorism of lynching, racial pogroms and police killings,” since the nation’s earliest days.

JH remined all that still today there is an active attempt to silence the teachings of history as it pertains to Black and Brown people. We cannot remain silent and above all we have a responsibility to teach our history to our children.

JH introduced our guest speaker, Mr. Jay Williams, Owner – Marion Scott Real Estate. He serves as the General Manager for Rochdale Village Inc. Mr. Williams opened by stating he was pleased to be meeting with the seniors and wanted to provide a presentation focusing on management’s effort to improve the Customer Service expe-

rience for all shareholders.

Mr. Williams shared a PowerPoint which highlighted the following:

• The group secretary’s role will be redefined, and they will become Office Coordinators with an enhanced skillset to deliver quality service.

• Staff training has included leadership and customer service training.

• Enhancements to responding to calls from shareholders has been implemented.

Mr. Williams and members of his staff, Mr. Wilfred Rodriguez, Assistant General Manager and Mr. Lance Williams, Director of Operations participated in a robust question and answer session with the audience.

JH thanked management for their presentation and thanked members of the senior committee who stayed for the entire meeting. JH noted, that in the past the breakfast was held to the end of the meeting, but last month the committee agreed to change the format and serve breakfast as people came in. However, it is rude to leave while the meeting is ongoing particularly when guest speakers are invited.

Also, when you leave early you may miss out on special items such as today’s giveaway in honor of Black History Month. JH then gave out a beautiful “The Power of a Dream” reusable bag to those remaining. Collection: a total of $75.00 was collected. The meeting adjourned at 11:25am.

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Community Relations Committee

Monthly Meeting Minutes

Date: 02/23/2023

Held at Location (Community Center Rm., 11,12 &13)

Chairperson: Maryam Hubbard

Planned Agenda

• Tea Party

• Women History Honoree Event

• First Time Home Buyers Workshop

• Open

Meeting began @ 7:15pm

Announcements

The Light we Carry, Tea Party 2023, 03/11/2023, 1-5pm Community Center (Red Brick area)

Women’s History Month Honoree Event 03/25/2025, 5-11pm (Ballroom)

First Time Home Buyers Workshop

04/01/2025, 10:30am-1pm (Club Lounge)

Discussion:

• Community Relations Committee invited former Rochdale Village, resident Nikki Merkerson to come and speak about the upcoming homebuyers event, where her business PairGap, has partnered with Chase and The Community Relations will offer a workshop open to not only Rochdale shareholders but also to those in the surrounding communities to come and receive info on homebuying with or without partnership.

• Discussion about the Tea Party that will be held on March 11, 2023. 50 tickets have been sold to date, this fee will cover the Moderator speaker, Tea and food. The Rochdale Village Board members will receive individual invites to attend this event. We are encouraging all shareholders to attend this event. The book that will be high-

lighted is “The Light We Carry” by Michelle Obama. The theme for this event will be Purple and Gold. Event will be held in the Red brick area of the Community Center.

• Discussion about Women’s History Month, the committee will be hosting an event that will highlight our “Hidden Figures” throughout the community that often times go unnoticed. We will be honoring 10 women in honor of Women’s History month and will be presenting them with an award on behalf of the Rochdale Village Community Relations Committee. All honorees will be given one ticket and a complimentary for the guest of their choice, additional tickets will be available for $30 pp.

• The Committee welcomes and encourages all shareholders to join one or more of Rochdale Village Committees. We welcome all suggestions and

comments. The Community Relations Committee meet once a month in the community center @ 7pm.

Upcoming Events

“The Light We Carry” Tea Party

“Hidden Figures” Women’s History Month

Attendance Number of people present- 13 Minutes submitted by: Maryam Hubbard

Chairperson, Jean Hall.

Chairperson, Maryam Hubbard.

enVironmenTal conSerVaTion and recreaTion commiTTee

Date: Feb 15, 2023

Time: 7:30pm

Location: CC Rm 12/13

Agenda

January Meeting Minutes

Review of Meeting w/General Mgr.

Electrification in RV

Future Events and Proposals

Announcements

None

Discussions

Committee Chair met with General Mgr. Jay Williams (2/13/23) to discuss topics from January ECR Committee Meeting. Also discussed, were opportunities within the village regarding Electrification.

Approval Of Minutes

⁕ Playgrounds: Redevelopment. Themes and Creativity within future

playground designs.

⁕ Equipment Rentals: Can we establish a program of recreational equipment rental in RV? What would that look like. (Balls, Nets, Chess Pieces, etc.)

⁕ Recycling: Mgmt. expressed an opportunity with cardboard recycling.

⁕ Shareholders want packaging broken down and not to clutter back hallways

⁕ Electrification: Mgmt. expressed interest in installing EV Charging stations. Discussions are in their infancy regarding partnerships and execution.

⁕ Farmers Market: There is a real opportunity to enhance Urban Gardening in RV. Shareholders show interest in Green housing, hydroponics, and collaborative efforts with others to support a seasonal farmers market to RV grounds.

Corporate Citizenship

Public Trash Cans at Bus Stops and Busy Walkways. (Ex.134rd)

Sharing information from neighboring organizations (Ex. Eastern Queens Alliance) Educating shareholders about the proper us of 311.

DELTA CONTINUES TO GROW RELATIONSHIP WITH ROCHDALE

By CyntHia Bernadine

Delta Air Lines sponsored its first free OSHA 30 training for Rochdale Village cooperators and surrounding community members interested in the construction field or looking to expand their credentials. On February 3, 2023, participants completed the one-week training program which was held in the Rochdale Village Community Center.

The Delta Air Lines JFK International Airport Phase 2.5 Expansion Project will greatly expand and modernize the airport as well as help boost

the economy significantly by bringing more airport and construction related jobs. Delta is working closely with the Queens community and organizations to train and hire locals for available positions.

Delta Air Lines, which has provided free security trainings in the past, continues to grow its relationship with Rochdale Village and will hold its second free OSHA 30 training beginning March 13, 2023. Lunch is provided to all participants. To apply send an email to deltaoutreach@dackconsulting.com.

Senior Center Valentine’s Day Surprise

On February 14, 2023, the Rochdale Village Seniors showed their appreciation on Valentine’s Day, surprising Director Sheree Shivers, Recreation Coordinator Evelyn Wilson, and Case Manager Wali Baraka with gifts of teddy bears and balloons.

(seated l. to r.) Lynette Barfield, Speaker Adams Office, Herlema Owens, AWCA, Community Center Director Julia Shaw, OSHA Instructor Edward Gray.

Chairperson, Kamal Saleem.

Chairperson(s): K. Saleem, A. Hicks, PhD

rochadale Village Social SerViceS

Last month I highlighted information regarding the purpose of this non-profit and the impact that would be felt community wide if the members of the RVSS Board did not actively participate.

Regrettably, on Wednes-

day, February 1, 2023, there were not enough RVSS Board members present to meet a quorum. That meant that no formal business of the board could take place such as electing officers.

Therefore, my concerns are highlighted wondering why there is

such a lack of commitment from some of the sitting board members. It is vital that board members are active and engaged on a regular basis. To not do so, is a disservice to our community.

It is my hope that the March 2023 meeting a quorum will be present

to conduct business. If board members need to reevaluate their participation on the board, you are encouraged to do so. Your community is depending on you!

-Jean Hall

SynoPSiS oF cooPeraTor’S SeSSion

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For January 23, 2023 Board Meeting

Chair Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session at 7:05PM.

Question: Regarding the HCR field visit report conducted 8/22: Why was there a 5-month delay in posting the report? Also, the report stated the carrying charge increase is due to late payment by commercial vendors; why are bills not paid on time and what is the board doing about this

Response: Management will look into the timing for the posting of the report. The board nor management has made the formal reply to HCR. While the requirements call for a respond in 30 days, the board did not receive the report until January 2023. It is management’s intention to pay bills timely, however factors such as rising costs and inflation has made it difficult for the corporation to keep up with expenses. When income is not enough to keep pace with expenses a carrying charge is recommended.

Question: Did management provide the leases requested in the field visit report and for those vendors who are behind in their payments ($617,000 in arrears) how much have you collected?

Response: No, all of the leases have not been submitted to the State. However, we are working to ensure compliance. The arrears amount reflects August 2022 numbers. Since that time a number of vendors have paid their arrears. However, management will reference the exact numbers in the next report to be posted in the bulletin.

Question: The HCR field report indicates during the review period of 4/11/21 – 7/31/22 there were instances found of mov-ins prior to HCR approval. Please explain.

Response: The report highlights a handful of incidents that took place during the height of the pandemic. That was an outlier; management is following the procedures.

Question: The issue dates back two years; violations have been issued to my unit because of the doormat in front of my unit and my leaving shoes outside on the mat due to my religious beliefs/practices. I need this matter to be addressed and all violations rescinded.

Response: There was an agreement made several years ago when this was initially brought to management’s attention. At that time before the household turned in for the night, we would move the shoes inside of the unit. Management will have to investigate why there appears to be a breach of that agreement.

Question: The restroom in the management office has been out of service for two years. When will this be addressed?

Response: Management will review and make sure this is addressed.

Question: If you have a neighbor who by all their rights is a user of marijuana, for whatever reason that but the smell of their marijuana, permeates the entire floor and all the apartments are inundated with the smell. Is there something that can be done to prevent the smell. It makes me ill.

Response: Management We can work on creating a public service announcement, you can call public safety and report the odor in which case we case we can go the route of violations and have that conversation with the shareholder that is causing the smell and work on some solutions towards that problem.

Question: I want to know what management is going to do to incorporate people with emotional support dogs. Some of us feel ostracized, you have signs stating no walking your dog on the grass and the violation is $400.00 – these violations are not proper – is it unfair, you cause more emotional distress and we may need to sue Rochdale.

Response: The idea is not to make anyone feel ostracized, however, in the past couple of years, we have noticed an uptick in the amount of fecal matter from dogs, just throughout the complex, especially on the grass. A lot of people with dogs here don’t walk around with the scooper or the bag and they leave the mess wherever. We have events outside and kids are running and stepping in it dog mess and it has been a problem, which is why we would like the shareholders to walk their emotional support pets off property.

Question: If everyone who owed carrying charges paid up would we still need an increase?

Response: No, it would not prevent carrying charge increases. However, for those shareholders who owe us money we are actively seeking to collect carrying charges. This was way more successful pre-pandemic. It is way more difficult now. The courts are behind schedule by at least eight months, so typically when I would do what is called a nonpayment for someone that hasn’t paid, maybe it takes me five months to get through that and either get the money or get them out. That is now taking over a year to get done and when we talk about squatters, illegal shareholders, those are in court too and they are called holdovers which means you are in violation of the occupancy agreement and you don’t belong here. Those are taking much, much longer because you have to prove your case in court, so no matter how much somebody owes or if they don’t live there, I still have to prove that to the judge and while it may be evident that that is the case, it still takes time to get those things done. We are actively working on that. That is something that we just do and unfortunately, in some cases, we are at the mercy of the court with regard to the timing of that.

Question: My concern, is our laundry room. I want to be able to wash my clothes, have they dried and the machine not take my money. I have had that happen to me several times. You call the number. No one calls you back. Some dryers do not dry your clothes and shareholders need a solution.

Response: This is very high on the agenda as far as importance and there is going to be a comprehensive conversation about where we go with the laundry rooms going forward, but the idea is to make sure that the service of the machines and the reliability is increased, so that is going to happen.

No further questions, the Cooperators Session ended at 7:40 p.m.

rochdale Village board oF direcTorS meeTing resolutions -

January 23, 2023

R01-23: SOFTWARE UPDATE

Moved by: Jean Hall

Seconded by: Stacey Francis

WHEREAS, Rochdale Village would like to update its software throughout the community;

WHEREAS, this new technology will provide more functionality and a better user experience for Cooperators, Board Members and employees;

WHEREAS, proposals were solicited and the results are as follows;

R03-23: SHAREHOLDERS RIGHT TO FORM OR PARTICIPATE IN GROUPS

Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Seconded by: Jean Hall

WHEREAS, the Mitchell-Lama Reform Bill of 2021 prevents housing companies from interfering in anyway with the right of shareholders to form or participate in groups for the protection of their rights.

The Mitchell-Lama Reform Bill of 2021 allows shareholder groups to meet in community rooms without paying a fee.

The housing company shall not harass, punish, penalize, diminish or withhold any right, benefit or privilege of a shareholder for exercising the above rights.

BE IT RESOLVED that Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors recognize House Congress as the duly constituted tenant association of Rochdale Village, Inc.

Upon passing of this motion the housing company shall:

WHEREAS, Although Yardi did provide the lowest bid, Yardi has all the functionality Rochdale needs (1) income Affidavits (2) more robust and userfriendly software (3) a high-level Disaster Recovery Plan and (4) a track record of performance with large New York City Cooperatives. (MRI doesn’t have an inventory module therefore they were excluded.) (MDS does not have income Affidavits in their system and inventory would be an add on).

WHEREAS, The New Management Software will be funded out of operations.

WHEREAS the Contract will not proceed until the proper approvals are sent to management from New York State Homes and Community Renewal

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves the purchase of the Yardi New Management Software totaling $261,000 (annual amount of $229,000 and a one-time $32,000 for the cost of conversion).

FOR

Letisha Azizah

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Kamal Saleem

Nadine Brown

Stacey Francis

Sheila McKenzie

Keysha Beasley

Maryam Hubbard

ABSTAIN

*Notify all tenants in writing of the existence of this association and that the housing company recognizes House Congress as the duly constituted association of the housing development.

*Such recognition shall also mean that the housing company will meet regularly with House Congress representatives to discuss matters relating to the housing company.

*In the event more than ten (10) percent of the tenant families of record object to this association, the housing company shall conduct an election to determine representative status.

*Upon certification by the housing company of a duly constituted tenant association, the division shall recognize said association and shall direct the housing company to meet with the association on a regular basis.

FOR

Letisha Azizah Nadine Browne

Stacey Francis Jean Hall

Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks

ABSENT

Jean Hall

Althea Hicks

Derrick Shareef

Edward Douglass

Gary Hawkins

Clifton Stanley Diaz

Jean Randolph-Castro

Six for, five abstentions, four absent: motion passes.

R02-23: ADVANTAGE CARE RENEW LEASE FOR TWO YEARS

Moved by: Kamal Saleem

Seconded by: Stacey Francis

WHEREAS, the Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York, a New York Not-for-profit Corporation (“Advantage Care”) has agreed to renew their lease for twelve thousand five hundred twenty-nine (12,529) square feet for two years;

WHEREAS, Advantage Care will continue to occupy the location as indicated in the current lease as a medical facility; and

WHEREAS, the Advantage Care Lease terms are attached.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the lease renewal for Advantage Care is approved by Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors.

FOR

Letisha Azizah

Edward Douglass

Jean Hall

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Sheila McKenzie

Derrick Shareef

ABSENT

Nadine Browne

Stacey Francis

Gary Hawkins

Althea Hicks

Kamal Saleem

Keysha Beasley Clifton Stanley Diaz

Eleven for, four absent: motion passes.

Kamal Saleem

Sheila McKenzie

ABSTAIN

ABSENT

Keysha Beasley Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass Gary Hawkins

Maryam Hubbard Jean Randolph-Castro

Derrick Shareef

Seven for, one abstention, seven absent; motion passes.

BOARD MEMBERS

Althea Hicks Chairperson & Assistant Treasurer

Jean Hall President

Maryam Hubbard (Not Present)

First Vice-President

Kamal Saleem

Second Vice-President

Keysha Beasley (Not Present)

Third Vice-President

Khedda Hayden-Ryan

Fourth Vice President Stacey Francis Secretary

Nadine Browne

Assistant Secretary

Letisha Azizah Treasurer

Clifton Stanley Diaz (Not Present)

Edward Douglass

Gary Hawkins

Sheila McKenzie

Jean Randolph-Castro (Not Present)

Derrick Shareef

MSI REAL ESTATE

Jay Williams

General Manager

Herbert Freedman (Not Present)

Assistant General Manager

Wilfred Rodriguez

Assistant General Manager

Lance Williams

Assistant General Manager

Robert Bernstein, Esq.

Jason Rivera, Esq.

Corporate Counsel

William Young Controller

Kelvin Pantaleon Director of Maintenance

Adolph Osback

Chief Public Safety

PROJECTS COMPLETED

Project Name: Federal Project

Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels PURCHASE

Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $2,380,480

Money Spent: $1,859,806

Completion Date: Oct. 2022

Project Name: Main Federal Pacific Breaker Panel

Description: Upgrade to im-prove quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,210,325

Money Spent: $1,146,721

Completion Date: Jan. 2022

Project Name: Augers

Description: Machinery to eliminate bulk garbage reducing larger items (such as furniture) to splinters.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,151,914.89

Money Spent: $1,151,914.89

Completion Date: Jan. 2022

Project Name: Interior Compactors

Description: Indoor machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. All are being replaced (60 total).

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,151,914.89

Money Spent: $1,151,914.89

Completion Date: July 2021

Project Name: Exterior Compactors

Description: Next two to arrive on site in 6 weeks. Out-door machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. Replacing all (30 total) compactors site wide and the concrete pads.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,151,914.89

Money Spent: $1,151,914.89

Completion Date: Dec. 2021

Project Name: Isolation Valves

Description: Replace valves which isolate dual temp risers per apart-

ment line plus provide shut off at all convectors.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $3,078,682

Money Spent: $3,078,682

Completion Date: Oct. 2020

Project Name: Site Wide Camera

Installation

Description: New cameras throughout common areas and in all elevators.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $703,332

Money Spent: $703,332

Completion Date: Nov. 2021

Project Name: Test Underground

Electric Feeders Description: Test lines to ensure proper electric distribution from Plant to buildings.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $516,244

Money Spent: $516,244

Completion Date: Nov. 2021

Project Name: Elevator Door

Lock System Description: Monitoring system to help keep elevator doors closed. Elevator cars will only be able to move when doors are properly closed.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,926,758

Money Spent: $1,926,758

Completion Date: Feb. 2020

Project Name: Mall 1 Atrium Roof

Replacement Description: Roof System - Replacement of the shopping center roof (atrium section).

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $278,953

Money Spent: $278,953

Completion Date: Jul. 2020

Project Name: Natural Gas Risers

(Bldg. 15)

Description: Emergency replacement of gas pipes in entire building.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $899,883

Money Spent: $899,883

Completion Date: Nov. 2019

Project Name: Cooling Tower

Motor Description: Replace original mo-

tors with more energy efficient.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $58,335

Money Spent: $0

Completion Date: Jun. 2019

Project Name: Community Center HVAC

Description: Upgrade heating and cooling system in Community Center.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $149,500

Money Spent: $149,500

Project Name: Plumbing within the Pump Rooms Upgrade

Description: Upgrade to domestic water distribution which delivers hot water to apartments from the Power Plant.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $2,975,533

Money Spent: $1,826,473.86

Completion Date: Aug. 2021

Project Name: Pump Rooms Upgrade

Description: Upgrade to domestic water distribution which delivers hot water to apartments from the Power Plant.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $2,975,533.00

Money Spent: $1,826,473.86

Completion Date: Aug. 2021

Project Name: Egress Stairs in Big Mall

Description: Build wall which divides Crunch and Hibachi Grill spaces and supply utility connections for both new tenants.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $222,536

Money Spent: $222,536

Completion Date: Dec. 2021

Project Name: Big Mall Purge System

Description: To be added to the installation of the fire alarm system throughout the Big Mall.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $275,000

Money Spent: $275,000

Completion Date: May 2021

Project Name: Parking Lot Cameras

Description: Added/Upgraded sur-

veillance in parking lots.

Status: Complete

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: N/A

Money Spent: N/A

Completion Date: N/A

Project Name: Group Signs

Description: Directional/informational signs for each group.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $80,000

Money Spent: $80,000

Completion Date: May 2020

Project Name: Pump House Roof (Power Plant)

Description: Replace roof located at Power Plant pump house that is beyond its useful life.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $20,400

Money Spent: $20,400

Completion Date: Mar. 2020

Project Name: Pipe Insulation

Phase 2

Description: Insulation of pipes in crawl spaces.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $186,550

Money Spent: $186,550

Completion Date: May 2021

Project Name: Building 5 Emergency Work

Description: Renovations needed due to violations from DOB.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $131,943

Money Spent: $131,943

Completion Date: Nov. 2019

Project Name: Parking Lot #2

Description: Restriping/Reconfiguration to enlarge parking spaces.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $33,478

Money Spent: $33,478

Completion Date: Nov. 2019

Project Name: Pump Room Ceilings In Each Building

Description: Pump Room Ceiling

Asbestos Abatement and Re-Insulation Insulation.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $320,000

Money Spent: $320,000

Completion Date: May 2021

Project Name: Satellite Dish Area

Rehab

Description: Make the place usable for party and rental.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $296,700

Money Spent: $121,500

Completion Date: Sept. 2022

Project Name: Purchase of (3) John Derre Tractors

Description: Grounds Equipment.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $179,396

Money Spent: $179,396

Completion Date: Nov. 2022

PROJECTS IN PROGRESS

Project Name: Convectors

Description: Replace all (20,000) convectors with mod-ern convectors with washable filters, thermostats, and leak prevention.

Status: Installation is complete in the following Buildings: 20,19,18. Awaiting delivery of additional units to complete building #17. We anticipate re-starting in April 2023.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $32,419,478

Money Spent: $12,688,337

Projected Completion: 4 years

Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels in Apartments

Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment.

Status: In Progress: (3359 installed)

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $2,380,480

Money Spent: $1,859,806

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Building Capacitors

Description: Upgrade to improve quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level.

Status: We are currently waiting on a delivery for the capacitors. Once received, a schedule for replacement will be put together.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,210,325

Money Spent: $1,146,721

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Parking Lot Repair & Sidewalk/Curb Repair Architect

Description: Repave, restripe, and add expansion parking lots 1, 2,4,5,9a/9b and Big Mall.

Status: O&S submitted revised drawings after receiving the Board’s input. Jay to create RFP for Parking Lot repair/expansion. O&S created RFP for Sidewalk/Curb Repair HM-23AE pending approval.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,390,686.09

Money Spent: $519,169.05

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Parking Lot Repave/Repair Contractor

Description: Repave and restripe parking lots 1,2,4,5,9a/9b and Mall

1.

Status: Three lots completed: #2 (11 new spaces), #9A (1 new space), 9B. Stasi- Brothers were the lowest responsible bidder awaiting board approval

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,390,686.09

Money Spent: $519,169.05

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Sidewalk & Curb

Repair Contractor

Description: Concrete repair of worst areas campus wide.

Status: Completed: Groups #1, 2, 3 & 5. Group 4 is paused for Façade work. MSS is lowest bidder at $360,000 and Board approved.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,390,686.09

Money Spent: $519,169.05

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Deaeration Tank

Description: Used to remove oxygen and other gases from the water that feeds into boilers that generate steam and prevent corrosion.

Status: Deaeration Tank: Installed May 10, 2022. Unit now has to be connected to the existing system. We anticipate completion in the spring of 2023 as work needs to be done in the shoulder season (Power Plant switches from heating to cooling).

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $1,169,000

Money Spent: $957,600

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Diesel Generators

Description: Replace or rebuild two emergency backup diesel generators in Power Plant.

Status: In Progress - Diesel #2 Is dismantled and parts are being cleaned and evaluated in preparation for reassembly.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $4,529,672

Money Spent: $201,392

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Various

Description: Engineers and Architects and Construction mgmt. - allowance for architect, engineer, and construction mgmt. fees.

Status: Ongoing

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $400,000

Money Spent: $230,650

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Lobby Enhancement & Door Replacement & ADA Accessible Vestibules

Description: Replace 20 lobby entrances, doors and make ADA compliant.

Status: On Hold. Management is working with Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on reallocating funds from this project in ore-der to fund necessary work on the cooling towers. This project will be revisited at a later date.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $800,000

Money Spent: $323

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Elevators/Utilities/ Demising Walls - Mall 1

Description: The installation of an elevator, demising walls and utilities to 2nd floor of mall.

Status: On Hold. All work complete and funded except the 2nd elevator which is no longer being done. Management is working with Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on reallocating funds from this project in order to fund necessary work on the cooling towers.

Funding Source: Wells Fargo

Contract Amount: $750,000

Money Spent: $83,100

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Central Plant Engi-

neering Work

Description: Remedial Work for Cooling Towers and Tower Dunnage, Screen-Wall, and other necessary control, filtering and piping life-cycle evaluation and energy management work.

Status: Revaluating most effective approach for new condenser lines (plumbing) and steel dunnage (cooling tower structural supports and beams).

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $115,300

Money Spent: $38,840

Projected Completion: 3 months

Project Name: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler in Big Mall

Description: Install sprinkler system as required by FDNY in Mall 1 common area.

Status: Fire Alarm: Sprinkler and Smoke Purge system completed. As of August 11, 2021, we are still awaiting NYC FDNY approval of system. FDNY Application has been re-submitted and awaiting FDNY approval. Sprinkler: Completed as of 2/7/2020 D49:D61

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $815,000

Money Spent: $525,600

Projected Completion: TBD

Project Name: Fire Alarm for 18 Bldgs.

Description: Install fire alarms in building community rooms as required by FDNY.

Status: Eleven (11) rooms completed (#1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20) Bldg. #4 is completed and inspected by FDNY. Bldg. 15 filed at FDNY - Awaiting approval. Eight (8) bldgs. approved by management and sent to contractor for FDNY filing. Awaiting NYCFD approval.HM-23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved 10/23/19

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $438,857

Money Spent: $338,194

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Public AssemblyPA’s

Description: Certificate required for places where people gather for parties, meetings, etc.

Status: This work is on track with

the other renovations of the community rooms. Architect - DOB search for all 20 Bldgs. Architect will file when fire alarms completed for all 16 social rooms and the 4 nurseries.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: TBD

Money Spent: N/A

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Bldg. Community Room Renovation

Description: Renovate all building community rooms including main area, bathrooms, and kitchens. Lathe and plaster ceilings will be removed and re-placed with 24’ x 24’ dropped ceilings.

Status: Nine (9) Bldgs. are completed: #1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 14, 16, 17 & 18. - In progress: #13 (95%) & 20 (95%) Three (3) bldgs. remaining for 2023. #2, 7, 15 HM-23 pending at HCR HM-180 approved.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $1,995,612

Money Spent: $1,095,058.61

Projected Completion: 2 years

Project Name: Sitewide Roofing

Replacement/Repairs Consultant

Description: Long-term contract for roofing repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. Status: Consultant is William Davis.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $100,800

Money Spent: $89,118

Projected Completion: 3 years

Project Name: Sitewide Roofing

Replacement/Repairs Contractor

Description: Long-term contract for roofing repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. Contractor is Bay restoration. Roofing Mfr. Is Siplast. Completed work carries a 20 year no dollar limit guarantee.

Status: Eight (8) Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 5, 12, 17 & 20. Year 1 (#1, 3, 4, 12 & 17); Year 2 (#2, 5, & 20). Year 3 (#6 - 8) / 2023; Year 4 (#18 & 19) /2024

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $8,277,850

Money Spent: $4,572,351

Projected Completion: 3 years

Project Name: Bulkhead Repairs

Description: Repairs include Pointing, Lintels, Caulking, brick replacement, and Coping Stone Replacement.

Status: Start date: 7/2721. Nine (9)

Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 6, 12, 17 & 20. Five (5) year project- Year 1Bldgs. #1, 3, 4, & 17. Year 2- Bldgs. #2, 5, 6, 12, 20. Year 3- Bldgs. #10, 11, 18, 19 (2023). Year 4- (2024) #5, 7 & -8. Year 5-(2025) #13 - 16.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $700,000

Money Spent: $205,533

Projected Completion: 3 years

Project Name: Façade

Description: Long-term plan for brick and terrace repairs including Local law 11 work each 5 years.

Status: Nine (9) Bldgs. are completed: #1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 14, 16, 17 & 18. - In progress: #13 (95%) & 20 (95%) Three (3) bldgs. remaining for 2023. #2, 7, 15 HM-23 pending at HCR HM-180 approved.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $12,764,400

Money Spent: $5,119,204

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Façade

Description: Long term plan for brick and terrace repairs including FISP each 5 years.

Status: RJSA has been selected by Management HM-23AE pending at HCR as of 1/28/2020.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $880,000

Money Spent: $603,176

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Air Monitoring

Description: Service contract

Status: Ongoing

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $200,000

Money Spent: $211,754

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Mold Assessment

Description: Service contract

Status: Ongoing

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $100,000

Money Spent: $26,930

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Brownfield SSDS

Mall 1 & 2

Description: Air clean up underground

Status: Mall 1 - JS Cleaners Remediation is completed. Mall 2 - HIP cleaners Remediation is completed. Fan station installation - Complete.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $411,800

Money Spent: $341,500

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Pylon Signs

Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1.

Status: New design - signs awarded to ASG.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $288,683

Money Spent: $0

Projected Completion: 6 months

Project Name: Pylon Signs

Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1.

Status: Structural work for pylon bases was competitively bid and awarded to Sky, Inc.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $145,400

Money Spent: $57,778

Projected Completion: 6 months

Project Name: Pylon Signs

Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1.

Status: Expected completion date: Mid-April 2023. Fabrication is in progress. Shop drawings phase by Architectural Sign Group (ASG). ASG for the Signs & SKY TECH RESTORATION for the supports are awarded by the board. Walkthrough: 5/25/21 Bids Due 06/17/21 Pylon: Two (2) bids received (SKY: $145+K) and GENESYS: $177 + K)

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $434,083

Money Spent: $57,778

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: General Consultant

Description: Service contract.

Status: Ongoing

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $210,000

Money Spent: $25,808

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Maintenance Department Dump Truck

Description: Purchase of a new Hino truck to handle bulk garbage and large deliveries.

Status: Payment and delivery pending.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: $89,977

Money Spent: $0

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1

Architect Description: Design Work for Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking

Status: On hold.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: N/A

Money Spent: N/A

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1

Contractor

Description: Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking.

Status: On hold. Original budget of $5 million no longer applies due to Covid-19, supply chain issues and inflation total cost ow exceeds $12 million for adding approximately 300 new spaces.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: N/A

Money Spent: N/A

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: Elevator Modernization & Preventative Maintenance

Description: Elevator modernization including new maintenance. Status: On hold.

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: N/A

Money Spent: N/A

Projected Completion: N/A

Project Name: 15 Cardboard Bailers

Description: N/A

Status: On hold

Funding Source: Reserves

Contract Amount: N/A

Money Spent: N/A

Projected Completion: N/A

Rochdale Village Board of Directors Calendar

March 2023

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Rochdale Village NORC Calendar - March 2023