THE COOPERATORS’ NEWSPAPER
Vol. 59 No. 3
March 2022
SERVING OVER 25,000 SHAREHOLDERS IN THE WORLD’S SECOND LARGEST HOUSING COOPERATIVE
NEW PARK HOURS MEANS PEACE OF MIND FOR
ROCHDALE COOPERATORS
Photo Credit : Mikell Richards.
By Olayemi Okeniyi
ROCHDALE PARK GETS NEW CLOSING TIME
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ochdale Residents, rejoice! Rochdale Park, a municipal community park located on Guy R. Brewer Boulevard will now close at 10:00 p.m. every night. For years, cooperators who live in apartments that surround the Park have experienced a constant barrage of activities as the park stayed open until 1:00 a.m. This became a constant source of concern for Rochdale and people in the surrounding communities as President’s Message - Pg. 2
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the activities in the park did more than interrupt sleep schedules. Community Board 12 made the decision to change the closing time on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, during a zoom meeting led by Chairperson, Rev. Carlene Thorbs. The Committee discussed the closing times for Rufus King Park as well as Rochdale Park before concluding on the new closing time. Rochdale Village Board President, Jean Randolph Castro who serves on Community Board
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12 was present on the Zoom call when the decision was made. Speaking on the matter, Castro said the decision which was almost 30 years in the making was long overdue. She praised New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, who initially raised the issue of the park at the behest of her Rochdale Village constituents. She added that she was happy to finally bring good news to residents. Chairman of the Rochdale Village Board, Clifton Stanley
Diaz, explained that for years he fielded calls about the park from cooperators living in the group close by. Adding that the concerns about perpetration of “antisocial behavior” in the park were kicked up to Community Board 12. According to Diaz, while an immediate solution was delayed due to COVID-19, he was able to work with Public Safety and the 113th Precinct to help ease community tensions. He achieved this by having cameras and lights (continued on page 20)
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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
Chairman of the Board Clifton Stanley Diaz President Jean Randolph-Castro Vice Presidents Timothy Mercer Janine Cross Ed Douglass Sheila McKenzie Treasurer Derrick Shareef Assistant Treasurer Lisa Stark Secretary Joyce Williams Assistant Secretary Jean Hall
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Jean Randolph-Castro Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Ed Douglass Jean Hall Gary Hawkins Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Smith Hubbard Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams George Simon (State Representative)
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance Derrick Shareef Commercial Services Timothy Mercer Community Center Ed Douglass Community Relations Jean Randolph-Castro Legal & Management Jean Randolph-Castro Maintenance Janine Cross Orientation Lisa Stark Public Safety Clifton Stanley Diaz Senior Citizens Joyce Williams Youth Planning Gary Hawkins Environmental Conservation Keysha Beasley Parking Sheila McKenzie Information Technology Maryam Smith Hubbard
MANAGEMENT
Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. General Managers
Marion Scott & Herbert Freedman
Assistant Managers Jay Williams, RVI 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
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March 2022
President’s Message Greetings Rochdale Village Cooperators,
- by Jean Randolph-Castro
during the time we did not get a positive response. Thanks to the cooperators for their patience As we welcome the spring during this issue, and with the season, I would like to wish success story, it has finally been everyone a blessed, safe and resolved. happy Easter. Annual Income Survey Mask Wearing Requirement The income survey packet Earlier in the Month of March, has already been sent out to Mayor Eric Adams lifted the cooperators. I would like to mask wearing requirement for reiterate it is very important some institutions. Please be that everyone thoroughly fill out reminded to be respectful and the income survey and submit considerate to each other as they to the Management office on make a choice to wear a mask or time to avoid any late penalty. not. Let us continue to stay safe. Please ensure all occupant in your apartment is also listed to Rochdale Park Hours avoid issues in the future when I am pleased and happy to it comes to succession rights announce that the Rochdale City ownership. park, located next to building 16 and the big park next to groups 1 Convector Project and 5 have new hours that were Our big convector upgrade is implemented by Councilwoman moving forward much better Adrienne Adams. That now that the supply issues have announcement came to us at a been fixed. Installations are Community Board 12 meeting. happening daily. That makes After waiting many years on me confident that we will hit the issues of loud noise from our 2 year goal of upgrading those parks and receiving many every convector in Rochdale. complaints, the nuisance has While looking at the notices been resolved. on the Management page, cooperators have been asking I am thankful of the good work about the convector project, of the Council Speaker Adrienne when will their convector be Adams and Community fully installed. I have reached Board 12 Chairperson Madam out to Management and was Reverend Charlene Thorbs and told each apartment will receive Community Board 12 Board a 30 days’ notice before coming member Mr. Clifton Stanley to the building. Please read the Diaz along with myself have notices that are coming to your been able to partake in resolving doors and check the monthly and this issue. We all have worked bi-weekly papers for updates. hard to ensure this came to We are grateful for appreciation. fruition. Upcoming Events From my understanding this has The Community Relations been going on for a long time Committee Annual Spring Fling with many complaints from will take place on Saturday, Rochdale Village Cooperators April 09, 2022, from 9:00 and the issue was ongoing to A.M. – 7: 00 P.M., in the Grand no avail until now. The quality Ballroom and Redbrick. There of life for every Cooperator is will be vendors selling jewelry, always priority. I am thankful to food, natural care products, the Board members who have clothing, and much more. Come worked towards this in the past, out and enjoy a day of shopping
President, Jean Randolph-Castro
just in time for Easter. The Youth Planning Committee will host the Annual Easter Giveaway on Saturday, April 16, 2022, from 1:00 P.M. 4:00 P.M., at the Community Center Courtyard. This event is for Rochdale residents only. Bring your children out for an afternoon of fun and free giveaways. On Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 12:00 P.m. - 4:00 P.M., the Youth Planning Committee in conjunction with Shonda’s Prom Closet will be hosting the Annual Prom Dress and Tuxedo Giveaway in the Grand Ballroom. This event is open to high school seniors. Registration is required and student must be in good standing. To apply students can visit www. promnationalnetwork.org or contact shondaspromcloset@ gmail.com. Deadline to register is April 18, 2022. The Maintenance Committee will be hosting the Shred Fest event on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at Mall 1 in front of the former cleaner and again on Saturday, April 30, 2022, at the Public Safety near the Community Center. Peace, Love & Blessings. Jean Randolph-Castro
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Community Relations Committee Honors Women in Healthcare In Conjunction With Senator James Sanders, Jr. And Senator Charles Schumer
By Olayemi Okeniyi
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he month of March is a great time to commemorate the vital role women have played in America throughout the years. This March marks a particularly special Women’s History Month after two years of virtual acknowledgements and celebrations for women who have been working relentlessly during the pandemic. That is why the Community Relations Commitee cosponsored with Senator James Sanders Jr. along with Senator Charles “Chuck” Schumer specifically decided to highlight outstanding women in healthcare as the focal point of their Women’s History Month celebration. The event took place on Friday, March 25, 2022, in the
Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom. The entire affair was made possible by the combined efforts of the Rochdale Village Community Relations Committee Chair Jean Randolph-Castro and members, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Congressman Gregory Meeks, Assembly Member Vivian Cook, and City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams. According to Schumer, women are a big part of what make the country and city a great place. He went on to specifically commend those that worked on the frontlines during the pandemic: “Women in healthcare save lives every day, especially as frontline workers during the pandemic, so it is only fitting that we honor them during Women’s History Month,” Senator Sanders
Senator James Sanders Jr. poses with some of the women in healthcare being honored.
said. “Women are an important part of history and of our lives. They are often the backbone of the family unit and globally provide strength in times of peril.” The three top winners were Phara Carolei, Program Director at Rochdale Village NORC, Radica Rampersaud, a Respiratory Therapist at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, and Jennifer A. Henry, Assistant Head Nurse at Health + Hospitals Queens. All received a framed proclamation and the Senate Commendation Award, which is a commemorative coin given in recognition of exceptional people who make lasting contributions to their community. All other nominees received a certificate of recognition. Entries came from hos-
pitals, healthcare facilities, and providers from all over the district including Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, Queens Health + Hospitals, and The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center. The lively social celebration was corralled by Rev. Dr. Brenda Archer who served as the Mistress of Ceremonies. Archer was supported by singer Jaden Gabb, International Dancer Zaman and his fusion dance troupe, and DJ Warren who infused the event with fun and musicality. Also in attendance, Sherry Algredo, a longtime leader on education issues in south Queens and Chair of Community Board 9, who was awarded the Senator Sanders’ 2021 Woman of Distinction.
(l. to r. from NORC) Masters Social Work Intern Activea Armstrong, Case Manager Hurgens Pignard, Social Worker Sade Afolabi, Executive Director Phara Carolei, VNSNY Registered Nurse Irvica Galla, Admin Assistant Latoya Mapp and Case Manager Deevika Persaud.
(Photo credits: Larry ‘Love’ Moore)
Senator James Sanders Jr. and Rochdale Cooperator Karen Corenthal.
(Standing l. to r.) Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, Senator James Sanders Jr., President Jean Randolph-Castro, Joseph Marthon, Board Director Gary Hawkins, Board Vice President Janine Cross. (l. to r. seated) Assembly member Vivian Cook, District Manager Community Board 12 Yvonne Reddick, Rochdale Cooperator Mrs. Nancy.
U.S. Senators Charles “Chuck” Schumer and James Sanders Jr.
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Monthly Report Monthly Report
-- by by Marion Marion Scott Scott
General Manager’s Monthly Report for March 2022 How Contracts Work in Mitchell Lama community rooms. The new fire alarm system in the big mall and community Developments: rooms has been delayed for 3 years beRochdale is required, when bid- cause NYC Fire Department must sign ding, to accept the lowest RESPON- off and they have been working remotely SIBLE bidder. This does not mean the until recently. The convector project was cheapest or poorest quality. This means originally delayed because the new units the best item/service for the best price. are from Canada and trucking is difficult We have, on occasion, not picked the or impossible in some cases. Roofing lowest bidder because we did not deem materials, material for façade and balcotheir bid to be responsible. In that case ny repair all difficult to obtain and when we must justify to both the Board and the obtained prices have doubled or tripled. State. The reasons for this vary but typi- The Board has approved much needed cally it would mean that the item bid was elevator modernization, but NYS Homes not up to our standard or, in the case of & Community Renewal is working rea service to be performed, the price was motely has not approved so we cannot irresponsibly low. The fact is that here start. We could go on, but I am sure you at Rochdale, change orders to contractors get the idea. Rochdale is not immune to are rare and only if there is a provable un- the industry wide problems. foreseen condition or an event beyond the control of the contractor. Management is The delay in implementing the 2020 carmeticulous in its review of project costs rying charge increase because of the Coand the Board is diligent in their review vid impact on residents cost Rochdale of any cost overruns no matter how rare. $1,691,667 in unrealized revenue. Add commercial tenant problems and the closing of the community center and there is The Ripples of COVID-19: another $813,144 lost revenue. Where Because of COVID, inflation and the we usually are 100% occupied and almost supply chain disruptions every project everyone pays on time, not with Covid, has a story and a challenge. New move- another lost revenue of $1,838,962. Well ins and apartment restoration have been over $500,000 in masks, sanitizing and delayed first because we could not get air purifiers, plus of course staff time. floor tiles and then we could not get glue. Putting it all together the PPP loan of Industry wide new doors are difficult $6 million was essential benefit to keep to get and so are doorknobs, delaying Rochdale strong. Joe Biden, like him or needed work sitewide and renovation of not, has a saying that makes a lot of sense
when comparing Rochdale Village with the rest of affordable housing in Queens – “Don’t compare me with the almighty compare me with the alternative.” What does alternative affordable housing in Queens look like when compared to Rochdale Village: Rent Increases: vs.
Just to be clear, we are not against increases when they are necessary. As prices for material go up along with the rate inflation increases in carrying charges, no matter how good a budget is, are an inevitable reality.
The above speaks for itself. Rochdale is a fantastic community with amazing residents. That Management is thankful for being permitted to serve here.
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Controller’s Report - by William Young Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Ten Months, ended January 31, 2022 (FISCAL 2022)
For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Controllable Income before Interest, Depreciation, Amortization, and Income taxes was decreased $(545,318) to $6,254,000 as compared to $6,799,000 in the Budget Below you will find an explanation of the significant changes in each category:
Account 410.60 – Vacancy rent (p. 17) – is the income Rochdale receives from cooperators moving out and the charge for repairs in their unit. For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, vacancy rent increased $32,000 over the Budget. The increase is related to more cooperators moving out than was anticipated in the Budget.
was not anticipated in 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).
Commercial rental revenue – For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Commercial rental revenue decreased $(140,000) to $4,409,000 as compared to $4,550,000 in the Budget. This decrease was principally due to the following
Administrative For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Administrative expenses increased $244,000 to $4,671,000 as compared to $4,427,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due to the following:
Operating Revenue and Expense variances are explained below: REVENUE Total revenue For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022 increased $253,000 or 0.4% to $68,698,000 as compared to $68,445,000 in the Budget. This decrease is explained in the Revenue analysis below: Apartment revenue - For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022 Apartment revenue was in-line with the Budget $60,534,000 as compared to $60,553,000 in the Budget. The following accounts contributed to this slight decrease as compared to the Budget: Account 410.20 Vacancy loss (p. 17) – apartments available for rent – For the ten months increased $(270,000) to $(549,000) as compared to $(279,000) in the Budget. The increase in Vacancy Loss is principally due to the Budget being prepared before impact of COVID-19 was known. Account 410.50 – Surcharge rent (p. 17) (rent related to cooperators being billed an additional charge due to their income being higher than the income limit) – For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Surcharge rent increased $134,000 to $1,514,000 as compared to $1,380,000 in the Budget.
Account 420.20 and 420.40 (p. 17) Vacancy Losses for both malls increased to approximately $(80,000) for both Mall 1 and Mall 2 combined. This increase in vacancy losses is principally due to the Budget being prepared before the full impact of COVID was known. Community Center revenue (accounts 441.10 thru 441.35) (p. 17)For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Community Center revenue decreased $(103,000) to $77,000 as compared to $180,000 principally due to the Budget reflecting the partial return to operations in April 2021 and the Community Center is closed and still being impacted by COVID. In addition, we received approximately $42,000 from the room rental for the November election. Other revenue For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Other income increased approximately $415,000 to $1,797,000 as compared to $1,382,000 in the Budget. The increase is principally due to the following: Account 450.90 – Miscellaneous (p. 18) – For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Miscellaneous revenue increased $365,000 to $615,000 as compared to $250,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally related to a $334,000 National Grid rebate and a $172,000 rebate from our safety program that Rochdale received that
EXPENSES Total expenses - For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, increased $798,000) to $62,444,000 as compared to $61,646,000 in the Budget. This increase is explained in the following expense categories:
crease is principally due to the following: Account 590.11 – COVID Related Expenses (p. 20) – For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, there were approximately $211,000 of Covid Related expenses (Masks and Sanitary etc.) – The Budget did not anticipate these expenses in the Budget.
Account 595.20 – Compactor expense (p. 20) – Compactor expense increased $197,000 to $277,000 as compared to $80,000 in the Budget. This increase Compactor expense is principally due to the delay in the inAccount 545.45 – Projects Sala- stallation of the Auger Project. Once ries (p. 19) increased $137,000 to the Augers are installed the trash 201,000 as compared to $64,000 in will be ground up into small pieces the Budget. We researched GAAP and decrease the # of containers that requirements regarding capitaliza- would need to be emptied. tion of certain employees who devote 100% of their time to projects and we Account 597.50 – Landscape Seadiscussed with our Auditors. We will sonal (p. 20) – There was no expense be finalizing capitalizing certain em- For the Ten Months Ended January ployees’ salaries in either in the Feb- 31, 2022 as compared to $120,000 in ruary or March P & L. the Budget. There was no expense for this account because the MainteAccount 555.30 – Consultants (p. 19) nance Department has been unable to – For the Ten Months ended January hire any seasonal Groundsmen in FY 2022, Consultants costs increased ap- 2022. proximately $96,000 to $346,000 as compared to $250,000 in the Budget. Maintenance and operating costs The increase is principally due to ad- For the Ten Months Ended Januditional expenses for consultants on ary 31, 2022, Maintenance and Opprojects that were not anticipated in erating costs increased $2,522,000 the Budget. to $12,391,000 as compared to $9,869,000 in the Budget. This inAccount 555.70 – Other Professional crease is due to the following: fees (p. 19)- For the Nine Months ended January 2022, Other profes- Account # 615.10 – Carpentry sional fees decreased approximately supplies (p. 21)For the Ten Months (72,000) to 18,000 as compared to Ended January 31, 2022, Carpentry $90,000 in the Budget. The decrease supplies expense increased $194,000 is due to the Budget anticipating the to $364,000 as compared to $170,000 Wells Fargo Costs for the 6-month in the Budget. This increase is prinforbearance would be in FY 2022; cipally due to an increase in prices however, those costs were incurred in for kitchen cabinet supplies, wooden FY 2021. doors, wooden molding and Metal doors and Metal frames. Also, there Janitorial & Grounds costs was an increase in requests for carFor the Ten Months Ended Janu- pentry work to be done in occupied ary 31, 2022, Janitorial and Grounds and vacant units due to work in the expenses decreased $(291,000) prior year being delayed due to COto $6,124,000 as compared to VID. $6,416,000 in the Budget. This de- Account # 615.40 – Floor tiles (p. 21)
March 2022 For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Floor tile expenses increased $250,000 to $490,000 as compared to $240,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due to (1) a shortage of supplies which increased the price from $3.15 per sq. ft to $4.20 per sq.ft. (2) an increase in requests for floor tile replacements which is related to the impact of covid delaying work in the prior year due to COVID. Account 615.60 – Plumbing (p. 21) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, plumbing costs increased approximately $182,000 to $372,000 as compared to $190,000 in the Budget. This increase is related to an increase in the cost of supplies and there were additional supplies purchased in anticipation of implementing the water conservation project which has been delayed due to COVID. Account 620.15 – Electrical (p. 21) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, electrical costs increased approximately $684,000 to $1,064,000 as compared to $380,000 in the Budget. This increase in electrical costs is related to the LED upgrade project for 20 Pump rooms which were not budgeted for. Account 620.50 – Apartment repairs (p. 22)For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Apartment Repairs increased approximately $1,357,000 to $2,857,000 as compared to $1,500,000 in the Budget. This increase is related to repairs being delayed in FY 2021 because of COVID. In FY 2022, there has been a higher demand for these repairs which has resulted in increased costs. It should be noted that in FY 2021, Apartment repairs were significantly lower. Account 620.61– Maintenance – Public Areas (p. 22) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Maintenance – Public areas decreased approximately $(198,000) to $(98,000) as compared to $100,000 in the Budget. This decrease is related to the capitalization of certain expenses and most of our common space work being done by our inhouse staff. Public Safety For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Public Safety costs decreased $(1,151,000) to $4,284,000 as compared to $5,436,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to the Budget reflecting a full staff and Security salaries are not at
The Rochdale Village Bulletin full staff yet. Power Plant 1. Fuel and Utilities For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Fuel and utility expenses increased $284,000 to $10,932,000 as compared to $10,648,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to the following: Account 651.10 - Fuel – Oil (p. 24) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Fuel – increased approximately $730,000 to $1,150,000 as compared to $420,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due to the additional fuel costs incurred to run the rental of backup generators that were not anticipated in the Budget. NOTE: It should be noted that we are in the process of evaluating whether our Boiler & Machinery Insurance Policy covers this expense due to the emergency turbine overhaul. Account 651.20 - Fuel Heating and gas (p. 24) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Fuel Heating and Gas decreased approximately $(1,250,000) to $4,717,000 as compared to $5,968,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to (1) actual invoices trending less that was anticipated in the Budget, (2) the impact of the new rate classification from National Grid that management was able to obtain through a 3rd party Energy broker (3) the % seasonality of spreading the Budget cost over 12 months changing from prior years due to cooperators working from home. Account 651.30 - Water and Sewer (p. 24) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Water and Sewer expense increased approximately $836,000 to $4,916,000 as compared to $4,080,000 in the Budget. This increase is principally due the Budget projecting a savings from the water conservation project that has been delayed due to COVID and residents working from home which results in an increase in water usage. Other Power Plant Expenses For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Other Power Plant expenses increased $136,000 to $4,394,000 as compared to $4,258,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to the following: Account 665.15 - Diesel Generator (p. 24)For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Diesel Generator expense increased approximately $666,000 to $676,000 as compared to $10,000 in the Budget. This in-
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crease is principally due the Budget not projecting the need for rental of backup Generators to keep the Power Plant operational. NOTE: It should be noted that we are in the process of evaluating whether our Boiler & Machinery Insurance Policy covers this expense due to the emergency turbine overhaul.
project is currently being evaluated. We are considering investing in certain software products that will allow Rochdale Village Inc. to work with our vendors to have invoices electronically transmitted to Rochdale and uploaded to our software. This project was delayed due to COVID-19.
Insurance Expense For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Insurance expenses increased $446,000 to $5,922,000 as compared to $5,476,000 in the Budget. The increase is principally related to the Rochdale insurance policies renewal in November 2021 where the renewal costs were higher than anticipated in the Budget. There have been significant industrywide increases related to COVID.
2. Computer Software solution – This project is currently being evaluated. We are also investigating certain software products to replace our current software. This will upgrade our current computer system to a windows-based system. We anticipate looking at this project again once the COVID issue is resolved.
Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Real estate tax (Shelter rent) expenses decreased $(54,000) to $3,695,000 as compared to $3,750,000 in the Budget. This decrease is related to the actual invoices being slightly less than anticipated in the Budget and the impact of previous Article 78 settlement which was related to allocation of corporate expenses at 11.8% which saves Rochdale Village approximately $400,000 to $500,000 per year. In addition, we have finalized the second article 78 legal proceeding related to depreciation which will increase the allocation of corporate expenses from 11.8% to 16.5% and save the Company an additional approximately $200,000 per year. As noted above, the allocation of 16.5% of corporate expenses to the Power Plant will save Rochdale approximately $600,000 to $700,000 in Shelter Rent tax per year!!! Employee Benefits For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022, Employee Benefits expense decreased $(1,006,000) to $6,893,000 as compared to $7,900,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to the payroll expenses accrued at year end for payroll paid in April 2021 that related to the last week of FY 2021. When this was paid in April 2021, the accrual was adjusted, and the individual payroll accounts reflect the payroll expense in April. The net impact between employee benefits and payroll is $0. All Other Expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget. Looking forward 1. Paperless Solution – This
Overall, Rochdale Village Inc.’s Controllable Income results For the Ten Months Ended January 31, 2022 reflect that Rochdale Village Inc.’s results are approximately 8% below the FY 2022 Budget. OTHER SIGNIFICANT INFOMATION 1. PPP (Payroll Protection Program) – In April 2020, we received a $6,029,300 PPP loan that was be used to keep all employees employed. As required by the regulations, the funds were used to pay employees payroll, benefits and utility expenses. This loan was recorded in a separate cash account and set up as a liability until the loan is forgiven. We have completed our submission of all required documents to Citibank for forgiveness and Citibank approved $6,005,000 for loan forgiveness and Citibank has submitted the Loan Forgiveness application to the SBA for approval. The SBA has asked Citibank for additional Financial information which was provided in February 2022. 2. Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and HCR) - The reserve and escrow balance (excluding the restricted escrow of $2,994,910) was $45,332,641 as of JANUARY 2021. 3. Loan Forbearance – Wells Fargo granted Rochdale a loan payment forbearance for 6 months from May 2020 to October 2020. This payment forbearance amounted to approximately $8,655,000 for the 6-month period. However, Wells Fargo required us to pay the $8,655,000 amount back over a 24-month period at $360,631 per month beginning in November of 2020 and ending October 2022.
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Controller’s Report
- by William Young
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY & YTD 2021 and 2022
Rochdale Village, Inc. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AGING FY 2022
Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2020, 2021 and 2022
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Controller’s Report
- by William Young
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Receivable Activity FY 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Receivable Carrying Charges (ONLY) >$100 in Aging FY 2022
Rochdale Village Inc. Community Center Profit & Loss Statement FY 2020, 2021 and 2022 Actual vs. Budget
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Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
Public Safety Monthly Report February 2022
Enclosed is the statistical data relative to the performance of the Rochdale BUILDING VERTICALS, GROUND FLOOR INSPECTIONS AND Village Public Safety Department during the month of February 2022. PARKING LOT CHECKS: 4134 Public Safety maintains 24 hour / 7 days a week coverage. *DIRECTED VERTICALS: 320 TOTAL POST INSPECTIONS: 4454 COMPLAINTS: During the month of February 2022, the Public Safety Department PUBLIC SAFETY RESPONDED TO 911 has continued to focus attention on loitering, trespassing, noise complaints CALLS FOR ASSISTANCE AND REFFERED CALLS TO THE MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT. 576 and all other quality of life violations. As a result, Public Safety Department 1487 officers responded to a total of (115) loitering and (150) noise complaints TOTAL CALLS RECEIVED FOR ASSISTANCE: from Cooperators which were resolved as follows: COOPERATOR ESCORTS: 97 89 a) Founded-Compliant- (50) Loiterers complied with officers’ AIDED SICK/ INJURY & ELEVATOR ENTRAPMENTS: directives to leave and (36) of the noise complaint sources corrected TOTAL INCIDENT REPORTS GENERATED: 173 the volume of the noise. b) Unfounded Calls- (41) unfounded loitering complaints and MAIL VOLUME DELIVERED BY PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS 1241 (97) unfounded noise complaints (officers responded but no loiterers ARREST(S): 3 were present or no noise could be heard). IN HOUSE DETAINED: 0 c) Founded/Non-Compliant Calls- Loitering individuals & GRAND TOTAL OF ARRESTS: 3 noise complaints - Non-compliant of directives – (24) received violations for loitering and (17) received a violation for noise complaints. VIOLATIONS ISSUED: 140 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF/AUTO: 0 For the month of February 2022 there was a grand total of (3) arrest made EVICTION(S): 0 on Rochdale Village Grounds.
VIOLATIONS
The Public Safety Department will continue to organize in order to better serve the Rochdale Village community. DVR UNIT ACTIVITY: RISK MANAGEMENT INCIDENTS 11 INVESTIGATIVE INCIDENTS 61 VIOLATIONS ISSUED 09 RELATED ARREST INCIDENTS 03 FIRE INCIDENTS 00 TOTAL INCIDENTS 84 TASK FORCE UNIT ACTIVITIES: • Conducted (95) Directed & Routine Verticals. • Made (0) arrests, issued (0) Trespass Notifications, issued (0) C-Summonses, issued (56) violations to include (21) for loitering and encountered (43) Loiterers during routine & directed patrols.• Responded to assigned calls from Central Dispatch (34). • Conducted (1) Tenant Verifications TOWING ACTIVITY The Public Safety Department towed (16) vehicles and issued (195) warning stickers for the violation of various parking rules throughout the complex. Routine & *Directed Vertical Patrols by Rochdale Public Safety Officers and Supervisors: Vertical patrols are conducted on a daily basis. Officers and Supervisors patrol the stairwells, hallways, rooftops and parking lots at different hours in an effort to curtail unlawful activities. *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 the analysis of various patrol reports.
Listed are the classifications of Notice of Violations issued:
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Community Relations Committee Maintenance Committee Meeting Minutes, March 09, 2022
• Jean Randolph-Castro Chairperson Co-Chairs Edward Douglass and Lisa Stark Secretary Joan Leibert Introduction of Agenda: Annual Spring Fling Opened • Flyers for events hosted by the Community Relations Committee were distributed to the Committee members. Calendar of event was also distributed. - Women History event in conjunction with Dr. Maria Hubbard on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 11:00am - Women History event
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in conjunction with Senator James Sanders Jr., on Friday, March 25, 2022, at 7:00pm. - Clergy & Resource Breakfast (Date TBD) - Annual Health fair scheduled for June 18, 2022. Members were informed that they could nomination an outstanding Women who works in the Healthcare field for Women History event scheduled on March 25. Deadline for nomination is March 11, 2022. The Annual Spring Fling will be held in the Ballroom and redbrick. Limited space is available. Vendor fee is $50.00 and must be money orders only payable to Rochdale Village Inc.
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113th Precinct Walking Tour
(Photo Credit: 113th Precinct) On February 22, 2022, 113th Precinct Officers kicked off the Walking Tour of Rochdale Village with Julia D. Shaw (Rochdale Community Center Director), Wilfred Rodriquez (Rochdale Assistant General Manager), Brian Adams (Director of Community Ambassador), Hassan King (Community Ambassador of NYPD Queens South) & Inspector Tolentino (NYPD Community Affairs).
Senator Chuck Schumer Recognizes Rochdale Public Safety
(Left) Captain Ernest Gaither, (fourth from left) Public Safety Chair Clifton Stanley Diaz, (center) Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, (third from left) Public Safety Vice Chair Talib Bey.
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n Friday, March 25, 2022, Rochale’s Community Relations Committee co-sponsored with Senator Chuck Schumer and Senator James Sanders Jr. hosted a beautiful event to honor women in healthcare in the Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom (story on page 2). As always, the Rochdale Village Public Safety officers were there on arrival to receive both Senators while providing technical information and physical assistance to their secu-
rity details. Security work, when executed perfectly, is necessary background work that often goes unnoticed, but for Rochdale’s Public Safety Captain, Ernest Gaither that is the job. Ensuring the security and well-being of all who live and visit the Rochdale campus is always first priority. The efforts of Public Safety over countless visits by Schumer to Rochdale did not go unnoticed. Schumer stated that whenever he comes to Rochdale, he always feels comfortable and safe.
He decided to show his appreciation by presenting Public Safety Captain Gaither with a commemorative coin for his and the department’s continuous efforts. Rochdale Board Chairman and Public Safety Chair Clifton Stanley Diaz stated, “I am overly impressed by the job performance of Captain Gaither since joining the Rochdale Village Public Safety Department. The recognition from Senator Schumer to Captain Gaither is well deserved”. Inscribed on the coin, “Dignitary Protection Division,” and that says it all.
Commemorative coin.
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ROCHDALE SCORES TWO BIG WINS BY LOCKING IN A 5.5 YEAR CONTRACT AND CHANGING NATIONAL GRID SERVICE RATE CLASSIFICATION Photo Credit: Rochdale archive The Rochdale Village Powerplant
By Cynthia Bernadine & William Young I. NATURAL GAS PURCHASES FOR THE POWER PLANT New Yorkers and the Country have watched and cringed as gas prices increased dramatically over the past year due to COVID induced inflation and the current Ukraine crisis. As you may or may not know, Rochdale Village Inc. purchases Natural Gas for the Power Plant to produce heat and air conditioning for Rochdale. 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 means that Rochdale Village Inc. is protected from Natural gas price fluctuations until March 2026. The new contract has resulted in a saving from the old contract of approximately $0.037 per therm. Based upon Rochdale’s estimated usage of 11 million Therms per year, we have saved approximately $610,500 in the 18 months since we signed the new contract. In addition, the current average price of a 4-year forward Natural Gas price is now $.5203 per therm. If we did not lock in our Natural Gas price in September of 2020, Rochdale would have incurred an additional
cost per Therm of $0.1283 or $1,411,300 per year or $5,645,200 over the next 4 years of additional costs. A significant cost savings of $6,255,700 to Rochdale Village, Inc. over the 5.5 year contract. II. NATIONAL GRID – SERVICE RATE CHANGE IN CLASSIFICATION Another way that Management has been able to reduce costs considerably is due to obtaining a Service Rate Classification change from National Grid. National Grid provides the transportation of the Natural Gas that Rochdale Village Inc. purchases from Engie charges Rochdale based up the number of Therms we purchase. Prior to March 2020, Rochdale Village Inc. was classified as a SC4A – High Load Factor Service (approximately $0.2640 per Therm). In March 2020, Rochdale was able to obtain a service rate classification change from National Grid. We changed from a classification of SC4A – High Load Factor Service (approximately $0.2640 per Therm) to a classification of SC21 – Baseload Distributed Generation Sales Service (approximately $0.0327 per Therm).
on volume of Therms purchased per month. Under the new SC21 classification, the company now pays approximately $100,000 to $130,000 per month. This is a permanent rate change and there is no expiration date for this change. The impact of this rate classification change has significantly reduced Rochdale’s National Grid’s cost. The annual impact of this change is that we are saving at least $200,000 per month or $2,400,000 per year, another substantial cost savings win for Rochdale Village, Inc. III. SUMMARY OF THE APPROXIMATE SAVINGS OVER THE NEXT 4 YEARS • • •
$6,255,700 PURCHASE OF NATURAL GAS OVER THE CONTRACT. $9,600,000 NATIONAL GRID SAVING OVER THE NEXT 4 YEARS. ($2,400,000 TIME 4 YEARS.)
$15,855,700 Total savings over the next 4 years.
If management did not obtain this classification change, Rochdale would have had to have an approximately 22% carrying charge Prior to this change, the company used increase over the next 4 years to cover the to pay approximately $300,000 to $350,000 additional cost. per month with that amount fluctuating based
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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION
On Saturday, March 19, 2022 AGAPE, Rochdale Village Senior Committee, Rochdale Village Community Relations Committee and the Rochdale Village Senior Center hosted a celebration of our Queens. (Photo credits: Larry ‘Love’ Moore)
The theme of the Women’s History Month Celebration was “ Still I Rise.”
Gospel Music Artist Pastor Monique Williams.
(Back) AGAPE Founder Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard, Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz (Front l. to r.) Award recipients Board Vice President Janine Cross, , Board Secretary Joyce Williams, Senior Center Director Sheree Shivers, Community Center Director Julia Shaw.
(l. to r.) Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, President Jean Randolph-Cas- AGAPE Founder Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard and Queens tro with Tony, Lance and Todd Fertaudo from the King of Kings Foundation. District Attorney Melinda Katz.
(l. to r.) Dorothy Jackson, Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, President Jean RandolphCastro, Margaret Cox, Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard, Mary Ingram, Viola Treasure, Yvette Titus.
(l. to r.) Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Dr. Stacie NC Grant, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, AGAPE Founder Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard.
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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION
Rochdale Village Community Center Committee Hosts Women’s History Month Celebration on Saturday March 26, 2022 with Keynote Speaker Gwendolyn Carr, mother of late Eric Garner. (Photo credits: Larry ‘Love’ Moore)
(Back l. to r.) Board Vice President Janine Cross, Board Director Maryam Hubbard, Board Assistant Secretary Jean Hall, Director Keysha Beasley, Board Vice President Ed Douglass, Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Director khedda Hayden-Ryan, Director Letisha Azizah (Seated l. to r.) Dress for Success Ky Shabazz, NORC Director Phara Carolei,Gwendolyn Carr and Assembly Member Vivian Cook.
Keynote Speaker Gwendolyn Carr.
(l. to r.) Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Board Vice President Ed Douglass and Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard.
Destined 2 Dance performed.
People came out in style to dance, celebrate and also support small businesses.
Purple and green was the color for the day.
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FREE ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES AT ROCHDALE VILLAGE IS BACK!
By Cynthia Bernadine
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It is never too late to earn your diploma.
he free Adult Education Program at Rochdale Village has been meeting the needs of the community for over 20 years. The program, which is offered through the NYC Department of Education District 79 Adult and Continuing Education Department, assist adults over the age of 21 in preparing to take the High School Equivalency Exam (HiSET). The HiSET is the new alternative to the GED test; it helps you achieve the important
state-issued high school equivalency credential. Passing the HiSET exam shows that you have attained the academic knowledge and proficiency equivalent to those of a high school graduate, hence earning your diploma. Instructors, Dr. Ron, Latasha Crawford, Eva Knight, and Natasha McClean, have decades of combined expertise and work closely with students to help them gain confidence in their ability to attain their goals by improving their literacy and
numeracy skills, preparing students for exams and ultimately their future. General support is also provided throughout the process to help students stay on track such as childcare options. The program has already assisted several Rochdale Village residents in earning their HiSET Diploma. Once students complete the program and earn their diploma, family and friends get to celebrate this huge accomplishment with a full graduation ceremony,
complete with caps, gowns, tears and cheers. Once again, the program is FREE and held in the Rochdale Village Community Center in Room 8. Classes are Mondays through Fridays, 8:30AM to 11:30AM and 12:00PM to 3:00PM. Walk-in registration every day from 9am12pm. For more information, please email: eknight4@d-79. com or text 347-292-1433. Remember it is never too late!
Photo Credit: Mikell Richards. GED class in progress.
(l. to r.) Instructors Dr. Ron, Natasha McClean, Eva Knight, and Latasha Crawford.
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ROCHDALE PARK GETS NEW CLOSING TIME (continued from page 1) installed, as well as increasing patrols in the area. According to Rev. Carlene Thorbs, this issue first came to her attention during the COVID-19 pandemic during a meeting at the park near Rochdale. Several shareholders brought to her attention the fact that having a closing time of 1:00 a.m. made some cooperators feel like
the park was a public nuisance. It brought in visitors with loud music, who hung out and played basketball games well into the early morning hours disturbing those in the vicinity. Thorbs said that the new 10:00 p.m. closing time would put more people at ease. She also praised the Rochdale Board for their efforts to
promote safe and comfortable community living. “In the evenings when I walk, I get a closer look at things that I would otherwise miss from a car. Rochdale is a well-lit community, which gives easy access to the library, the mall where several black owned businesses are flourishing. I have had the pleasure of working with Rochdale Village’s
Board Chairman and President and while I do not know the ins and outs of Rochdale as they do, from what I can see from the outside, Rochdale is making great strides and changes that the general Queens community can benefit from,” she said.
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Roberts set up a booth in the Rochdale Village Big Mall. In a build up to an Emergency Preparedness Zoom presentation on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, the team distributed information on the benefits of being prepared for emergencies and how to get started. According to outreach coordinator Christopher Lino, “A lot of people don’t think about things until something bad happens. Where do I go? How do I get there? Do I have medicine? Do I have my important documents and paperwork?” He explained that the height of panic was not the best time to come up with a good plan or solution.
The group, which was made up of Queens residents, distributed copies of ‘My Emergency Plan,’ a book that can be used as a steppingstone for building an emergency plan, finding appropriate supplies including dried foods, goods, medical supplies, anything of that nature. And finally, the plan educates readers about the best sources of accurate information instead of relying on unverified social media. He said in New York signing up for ‘Notify NYC’ provides real time text messages or email updates on events. “If the City knows about anything 311 will also know in real time” he said. Lino said that in his ex-
perience people were 50 percent prepared. He explained that many people had supplies saved but failed to check the expiration date, not only of food but of things like batteries and medication. Some people do not have water storage, or alternate ways to charge their phones, which they rely on. He said that in the event of a fire, flood, power outage, hurricane if families are prepared to flee or shelter in place, they are more likely to react without panic and as a result the emergency will have a smaller impact on them.
DO YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN?
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he pandemic was very eye opening for a lot of people who considered themselves to be prepared for all possibilities, but the moment lockdown was declared, many people realized they were not prepared to stay indoors for a prolonged amount of time. This led to mass purchases and hoarding which caused mass shortages of goods that should have been readily available. This is where New York City Emergency Management comes in. On Tuesday, March 8, 2022, a team from NYC Emergency Management lead by Outreach Coordinator Ashley
(l. tor.) Ashley Roberts, Christorpher Lino and Juthika Roy.
Photo Credit: Mikell Richards.
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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - March 28, 2022
R11-22: Moved by: Timothy Mercer Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro WHEREAS, Rochdale Village, Inc. is in the process of selecting an independent Accounting Firm to perform the Audit of Rochdale Village, Inc. for the Fiscal Years Ending March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2023; and WHEREAS, Mitchell Titus has been Rochdale Village, Inc’s Auditors for many years and over the last few years have become more efficient in their audit process which has resulted in keeping their rates at a competititve level. This was evident when (in prior years) the Audit was sent out to bid and Mitchell Titus’ fees were substantially lower than the other firms’ bids. Also, Rochdale Village’s accounting staff have worked well with the Mitchell Titus audit staff which has helped to keep costs in-line; and WHEREAS, Mitchell Titus has also been more interactive with the Board by having audit meetings (remotely during COVID) in each of the last two years and have rotated their Partners, Managers and Staff which helps maintain their independence; and WHEREAS, Mitchell Titus has submitted bids of $79,000 for Fiscal Year 2022 (a 6.5% increase) and $82,250 (a 4.1% increase) for Fiscal Year 2023; and WHEREAS, it was deemed that the Board is satisfied that Mitchell Titus will perform an efficient cost effective audit for the years Fiscal Year 2022 and Fiscal year 2023; therefore, it would not be necessary to send the audit out to bid. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors has selected Mitchell Titus as the independent accounting firm to perform the audits of Rochdale Village, Inc. for the Fiscal Years ending March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2023. FOR Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Gary Hawkins Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark AGAINST Jean Hall Khedda Hayden-Ryan ABSTAIN Letisha Azizah
Maryam Hubbard
ABSENT Keysha Beasley Joyce Williams Nine for, two against, two abstentions, two absent; mo tion passes. R12-22: Moved by: Clifton Stanley Diaz Seconded by: Janine Cross WHEREAS, proposals were sought to expand parking lots 2, 4, 5, Big Mall Front, Chase and Key Food Lots and resurfacing for Lot 5, Lot 1, Big Mall Front were expanded, Chase & Key Food Lots were expanded and redesigning for Lots 1, 9A & B; WHEREAS, proposals ranged in cost from $2,554,110 to $6,460,395.54 of which Stasi Bros Asphalt Corp. provided the low-
est responsible bid in the amount of $2,554,110 and, WHEREAS, based upon recommendation and bid analysis from our Consultant O & S Associates Engineers & Architects, we would like to recommend the acceptance of proposal from Stasi Bros Asphalt Corp. at their price of $2,554,110. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors accepts proposal from Stasi Bros Asphalt Corp. at a cost of $2,554,110 to undertake the Parking Lot Expansion and Resurfacing project, subject to approval from the New York State Homes & Community Renewal and to be funded from the Wells Fargo Escrow. FOR Janine Cross Edward Douglass Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef
Clifton Stanley Diaz Gary Hawkins Jean Randolph-Castro Lisa Stark
AGAINST Letisha Azizah Jean Hall Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard ABSTAIN Sheila McKenzie ABSENT Keysha Beasley Joyce Williams Eight for, four against, one abstention, two absent; motion passes. R13-22: Moved by: Jean Randolph-Castro Seconded by: Janine Cross WHEREAS, in order for the Maintenance Department plumbers to effectively service our shareholders plumbing repairs, it is necessary to have a reliable and safe functioning van, since the one presently on the premises has outlived its usefulness; WHEREAS, quotes were sought from vendors ranging in cost from $57,316.25 to $60,843.16 of which Ford Lincoln of Queens provided the lowest bid in the amount of $57,316.25. WHEREAS, a copy of each proposal is attached we would like to recommend the acceptance of the proposal from Ford Lincoln of Queens, in the amount of $57,316.25. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors agree to accept proposal from Ford Lincoln of Queens in the total amount of $57,316.25 to be funded from the operations account. FOR Letisha Azizah Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Jean Hall Gary Hawkins Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark
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ABSENT Keysha Beasley Joyce Williams Thirteen for, two absent; motion passes.
Ten for, two against, two abstentions, one pass; motion passes.
TELEPHONE VOTE TELEPHONE VOTE R15-22: R14-22: WHEREAS, Rochdale Village, Inc. (“Rochdale”) prepared WHEREAS, Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors operating budgets for Fiscal Years ending March 31, 2022 and voted to table the resolution Budget for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023 March 31, 2023; and for further discussion and analysis with Management; and WHEREAS, there has been no increase in Cooperator WHEREAS, the Board and Management held an informal monthly parking charge per space for eight years; and Zoom discussion on Tuesday night, March 8, 2022, coming to an WHEREAS, that the Board of Directors approves the inagreement on a path forward for increases for Fiscal Years 2023 and crease in Cooperator Parking Charge Per Space for fiscal Years 2024. pending approval by New York State Homes and Community ReNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of newal; and Directors approves the untabling of the resolution Budget for Fiscal NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board Years 2022 and 2023. The resolution passed with fourteen for and of Directors approves an increse in the Cooperator monthly charge one abstention. per parking space from $39.50 to $45.00. FOR Keysha Beasley Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Jean Hal Gary Hawkins Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams ABSTENTION Letisha Azizah Fourteen four, one abstention; motion passes. TELEPHONE VOTE R09-22: WHEREAS, Rochdale Village, Inc. (“Rochdale”) prepared operating budgets for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023, ending March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2023 which reflected deficits, respectively; and WHEREAS, Rochdale Village, Inc. (“Rochdale”) Board of Directors approves Carrying Charge increases of 1.8% in each of Fiscal Years 2023 and Fiscal Years 2024, respectively. BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors approves the Budgets for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023 and Carrying Charge increases of 1.8% in each of Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024, respectively, pending approval by New York State Homes and Community Renewal. FOR Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Gary Hawkins Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams AGAINST Letisha Azizah Jean Hall ABSTENTIONS Keysha Beasley Maryam Hubbard PASS Khedda Hayden-Ryan
FOR Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Gary Hawkins Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams AGAINST Jean Hall ABSTENTIONS Maryam Hubbard PASS Khedda Hayden-Ryan Twelve for, one against, one abstention, one pass; motion passes. TELEPHONE VOTE R16-22: WHEREAS, the contract for asbestos inspections and air monitoring has expired. We are seeking to renew the contract of A & B Inspection Services, Corp. for an additional two years; WHEREAS, the Consultant A & B Inspection Services Corp. has performed their task exceptionally and have agreed to hold their prices to what was agreed upon for the period 2019-2021, via the attached letter; WHEREAS, this is a vendor familiar with the Rochdale Village Campus and one who works well with staff, we would like to recommend acceptance of their request to continue performing asbestos inspections and air monitoring for another two (2) years; and WHEREAS, this resolution will have a not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the next two (2) years. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors agrees to extend the contract of A & B Inspection Services, Corp for a two (2) year period to
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commence in 2022 and terminate in 2024, to be funded from the HCR Reserves and subject to approval from the New York State Homes and Community Renewal. FOR Letisha Azizah Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Edward Douglass Jean Hall Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard Sheila McKenzie Jean Randolph-Castro Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams AGAINST Timothy Mercer NO VOTE Keysha Beasley Khedda Hayden-Ryan Twelve for, one against, two no votes; motion passes. BOARD MEMBERS Present Clifton Stanley Diaz - Chairperson Jean Randolph-Castro - President
Timothy Mercer - First Vice-President Janine Cross - Second Vice-President Edward Douglass - Third Vice-President Sheila Mckenzie - Fourth Vice President Joyce Williams - Secretary (Not Present) Jean Hall - Assistant Secretary Derrick Shareef - Treasurer Lisa Stark - Assistant Treasurer Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley (Not Present) Gary Hawkins Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard Also Present from MSI Real Estate Jay Williams - Assistant General Manager Wilfred Rodriguez - Assistant General Manager Evan Richards, Esq. - Corporate Counsel William Young - Controller Kelvin Pantaleon - Director Of Maintenance David George - Assistant Director of Maintenance Adolph Osback - Chief Public Safety
~Poetry Corner & Musings...~ WHAT MUST I SAY? By Anthony Blake
THE BENCH By Ed Miller
Two Black women sitting on a bench High above the cold East River On the newly orange painted bridge Between Willis Avenue and Manhattan.
I said I apologize I thought and realized Perhaps I was wrong in how I said it But at the time that was my words that fit Friendship shouldn’t be loss over this Let this be a hit and miss I know words are had to take back They are like a Library fully stacked I can’t make you accept At least my apology was an attempt We have been friends for a long time Please keep that in mine Friendship means everything The extended friendship is the sling
Hight above the cold East River, One with crutches, one without, Between Willis Avenue and Manhatten Resting on their passage, boro to boro. One with crutches, one without, No transportation to carry them, Resting on their passage, boro to boro, Weary. tired, anxious, old. No transportation to carry them, On a newly orange painted bridge, Resting on their passage, boro to boro, Two Black women sitting on a bench. (Series inspired by a Picture Postcard print of a Ben Shahn painting.)
FAMILY LOVE By Aland I. Wassermun Edwards But let brother love continue… We have each other our love helps us grow together together as a family; As we spend precious time together creating memories and celebrating each other’s accomplishments Let us continue our prayer time with one another It’s a blessing to have each other what a gift from God above to first have Our Master’s most precious value gift of love the to love each other from our heart his love to user to share and spread around the world around us this precious gift called love from above.
HEADING TO COURT By T.W. Affirmative action was their cry as they try to explain through their lies. They can’t be that intelligent or smarter than us, you remember they sat in the back of the bus. But oh yes! we are not just smart, we are talent too, and we can do most things, “ just as good as you.” Because our people picked up their pants and brushed off the dust. And now we’re heading to: THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT !! Congratulations to : Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SENIOR CENTER TALENT SHOW
(l. to r.) Senior Center Director Sheree Shivers, Timiothy McFadden, Senior Center Coordinator Evelyn Wilson
(Photo credits:Mikell Richards)
The Tommy Experience Hosts Self Defense For Seniors Workshop
Sensei Jimmy CST oversees workshop.
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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Calendar April 2022
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