Another year comes to an end in Rochdale Village and attendees of the New Year’s Eve party celebrate in style in the Grand Ballroom.
Serving over 25,000 cooperators in the world’s second largest housing cooperative.
ROCHDALE VILLAGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023-2024
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: 718-276-5700 extension 3360.
OFFICERS OF THE BOARD
Chairwoman of the Board
Dr. Althea Hicks
President
Jean Hall
Vice Presidents
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Keysha Beasley
Cody Hamblin
Nadine Browne
Treasurer
Kamal Saleem
Assistant Treasurer
Sheila McKenzie
Secretary
Stacey Francis
Assistant Secretary
Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
Keysha Beasley
Talib Bey
Nadine Browne
Janine Cross
Stacey Francis
Jean Hall
Cody Hamblin
Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Dr. Althea Hicks
Sheila McKenzie
Jean Randolph-Castro
Kamal Saleem
Lisa Stark
Jacqueline Telfer
George Simon (State Representative)
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance
Jean Hall
Commercial Services
Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Community Center
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Community Relations
Jean Randolph-Castro
Environment, Parks, Recreation & Parking
Althea Hicks
Legal & Management
Jean Hall
Maintenance
Keysha Beasley
Media & IT
Stacey Francis
Orientation
Keysha Beasley
Public Safety
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Senior Citizens
Jean Hall
Youth Planning
Nadine Browne
MANAGEMENT
Summit Property Management Services Inc.
General Manager
Jay Williams
Assistant Manager
Wilfred Rodriguez
Director of Operations
Lance Williams
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
Dean Roberts
President’s Message
CHOOSING POSITIVITY
Greetings Shareholders,
As I wonder about all that is taking place in our country, state, city and community I want to challenge all of us to embrace choosing positivity. Allowing thoughts, deeds and actions to improve our community and resist the temptation to wallow in negativity.
To best express my thoughts, I want to talk about Kwanzaa. When we do not teach ourselves and our children about our history we lose it. The history of Kwanzaa was created by Maulana Karenga in 1966 in the aftermath of the Watts riots in California. His goal was to give “black people an opportunity to celebrate themselves and their history”, rather than simply imitate the practice of the dominant society.
- by Jean Hall
The name Kwanzaa derives from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza”, meaning “first fruits.” In his 1997 book Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community, and Culture it provided information that allowed all faiths to participate as it was not meant to be an alternative to anyone’s own personal religious beliefs.
Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 to January 1. Kwanzaa celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa and these principles are all Swahili words.
1. Umoja (Unity): To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race.
2. Kujichagulia (Self-determination): To define and name ourselves, as well as to create and speak for ourselves.
3. Ujima (Collective work and responsibility): To build and maintain our community together and make our brothers’ and sisters’ problems our problems and solve them together.
4. Ujamaa (Cooperative economics): To build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together.
5. Nia (Purpose): To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness.
6. Kuumba (Creativity): To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.
7. Imani (Faith): To believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.
Taking time to embrace these principles year-round will be my goal. Working on behalf of this great community, Rochdale Village promoting positive energy is a must. When we embrace the best of us, we yield impactful results. Too many times we seize on negativity because it’s easy. Our real work is coming together to make profound changes and improvements in our community.
As we celebrate during this holiday season Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa I want to wish every household the best. May your days be filled with grace and strength as you make lasting memories with family and friends.
The next meeting of the Board of Directors will be on Monday, January 27, 2025 via Zoom at 7:00 p.m. There will be no in person meeting until April 2025.
President, Jean Hall
Tree Lighting CEREMONY
The Tree Lighting ceremony, hosted annually by the Community Center Committee, is usually a sign of the start of the holiday season in Rochdale Village. After the ceremony outside on December 8, 2024, attendees made their way inside where there was dancing, food, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, ice skating, train rides, and even a hot cocoa bar sponsored by the Youth Planning Committee (YPC).
(Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography).
by Jay Williams
General Manager’s Monthly Report for December 2024
THE PROCESS TO REPORT MAINTENANCE ISSUES
I’ve noticed an uptick in the volume of calls to 311 recently for standard maintenance work. Please remember that you are shareholders and not tenants. Therefore, when you call 311 you are causing violations to be put onto yourselves. To remove the violation, we must spend your money to inspect and clear them. This can all be avoided by taking the proper steps within the maintenance department to fix the problem. Management wants your problem fixed too. If there are hiccups in the process, which can happen from time to time, there are people here to help you. What is the process to get my apartment repaired if there is a problem?
Step 1:
1. Call your group manager’s office and make an appointment
a. Appointment is scheduled for an inspection
b. Inspection occurs on scheduled date to identify issues
c. Repair date is scheduled
d. Repair occurs on scheduled date, follow ups are scheduled as necessary
Group Office contact information:
Group 1: Nisha Charles (718) 2765610 ex. 4020 - ncharles@rochdalevillage.com
Group 2: Sydney Adams (718) 2765610 ex. 4050 - sadams@rochdalevillage.com
Group 3: Anna George (718) 2765610 ex. 4100 - ageorge@rochdalevillage.com
Group 4: Jerome Prince (718) 2765610 ex. 4130 - jprince@rochdalevillage.com
Group 5: Dwayne Bell (718) 2765610 ex. 4170 - dbell@rochdalevillage.com
If Step 1 does not work; Step 2:
Call Central Maintenance: Ms. Sullivan at central maintenance; (718) 276-5700 ex. 3530 fsullivan@rochdalevillage.com
If things do not get resolved at this level, Step 3:
Ombudsman, Mr. Glen Keller, who
communicates directly with me. His contact information is 718-276-6700 ex. 3150 – gkeller@rochdalevillage. com
With that being said, making sure new shareholders know is process from the beginning is key. Virtual orientation meetings resumed earlier this year and the “meet and greets” with group managers has also resumed.
Calling 311 is more than a suitable in a rental where there is a landlord that does not care or is absent from the property. At Rochdale our staff and supervisory team are present daily. There are no landlords, only shareholders. We have a system of redundant contacts in line to solve maintenance issues. Please use our system. The process described above occurs whether 311 is called or not. Calling 311 only adds unnecessary steps to get the problem fixed. We’d much rather use that time assisting with your needs.
The Facebook group page is also not the best way to get maintenance issues addressed in a timely manner. While we make sure that the page is monitored daily, it is not nearly as efficient as following the steps outlined above.
POLICING OUR STAFF
Is it naive to expect an honest 8 hours of work from all our employees? I don’t think it should be. A good paying union job can allow a person to make a living wage with benefits and job security. Unfortunately, we cannot rely on the honor system alone to achieve optimum performance from our staff. If that were the case, we would not need a supervisory layer to ensure our systems remain on course. From the management office, maintenance, grounds, public safety and on to the power plant our supervisors are there to act as the guiding hand to the staff.
For example, our public safety sergeants make multiple post and booth checks on each tour. The core concept is to make sure our officers have support, are alert, perform stairwell checks, properly document post occurrences, and effectively monitor the condition of each post. The lieuten-
ants are charged with overseeing the sergeants, the captain oversees the lieutenants, and the Chief oversees the captain and the department as a whole. Even with all these checks and balances discrepancies in work performance may still occur. However, with effort and persistence these periodic lapses will be corrected quickly. This hierarchical style, while effective, is not without its shortcomings.
Communication on lackluster performance may not be adequately reported by a supervisor either on purpose or incidentally. To keep everyone honest it may on occasion be necessary for direct communication to jump the chain of command to gain further performance insights. This can be tricky because you do not want to undermine the hierarchal structure while gathering intel. If done properly this will improve communication and strengthen your supervisory structure.
RESIDENTS CAN HELP TOO
While Rochdale Village has hired professionals to oversee the day-to-day operation, managing the budget being a part of that, it has been our experience that when cooperators are a part of the process, it instills pride of ownership and great communities become greater. When you look at your financial statements, you will notice that our largest expenses are related to running the Power Plant, our water usage and Maintenance. This is primarily due to the rising cost of utilities and an aging infrastructure requiring more care and attention. In addition, we must be mindful that unforeseen circumstances such as snowstorms, though budgeted for, can cost us millions of dollars when they occur. While we are not suggesting that residents assist in shoveling snow from the grounds or plumbing repairs there are many ways that you can help.
Though it may seem insignificant, something as simple as turning out lights when not in use can have a major effect on reducing energy usage. We understand that many want to come home to a comfy apartment after a long day’s work, however, leaving convectors running all day (winter or summer) increases energy consumption. Reporting a runny toi-
let timely can minimize the impact on our water bill and alert our maintenance staff to underlying issues like pipe leaks, which has the added ramification of damaging property. Cooperators can assist in or influence our budget in numerous ways. None more important than paying carrying charges on time. Although utility and maintenance costs are incorporated in your monthly charges, this does not make them less real. We will continue to develop strategies to remain fiscally responsible; we only ask that you consider playing a role in this community’s success.
COOPERATOR/STAFF INTERACTION
With proper communication comes a mutual understanding between staff and the community being serviced. We cannot deny there are times that employees have not shown the level of professionalism required in each situation. That is why our staff undergo annual customer service and leadership training. Learning new skills and reinforcing old ones is like working a muscle. Repetition will improve performance and make for a stronger staff member. It also adds a level of accountability because we have documented that these skills have been taught. On the other hand, we have also found that at times some cooperators have shown little restraint to the point of using threatening physically abusive and coarse language toward Rochdale staff. While we are fully aware that residents may be frustrated with a situation, using four letter words and derogatory language will not speed up the resolution process.
There are mechanisms in place for employees that are discovered not offering the top-notch customer service that this community deserves. Please do not hesitate to report any unsatisfactory interaction to the requisite department (e.g. maintenance 718-2765700 ext. 3530/4424, public safety 718-276-5700 ext. 3670) or directly to the management office 718-276-5700 ext. 3150. For cooperators we can only ask that you offer the same respect you would like to receive when encountering our staff. Let’s work together to solve any building related issues that occur.
COMMUNITY CENTER HOSTS SUCCESSFUL SOCK DRIVE
Rochdale Village Community Center Director, Julia Shaw, worked alongside With Actions And In Truth, Inc. to host a Holiday Sock Drive For the Homeless. From December 6 to December 14, 2024, donations were accepted at the Community Center. 461 pairs of socks were donated, an amazing number that improved upon last year’s total of 401. Marc Taylor, Founder of With Actions And In Truth, Inc., is a cooperator in Rochdale Village, and has hosted multiple events in Rochdale to feed the homeless, such as sandwich making with Rochdale Village Academy Summer Camp children as well as for Martin Luther King Day at the start of 2024. He also regularly distributes meals to the homeless every weekend, and since receiving the donations, has handed out the socks along with those weekly meals. He and the Community Center are grateful for all the people who contributed to making this year’s Sock Drive a huge success!
REPARATIONS REMEDIES MEETING HELD IN ROCHDALE
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE OFFICE OF STATE SENATOR JAMES SANDERS, JR.
Senator James Sanders Jr. welcomed community leaders, elected officials, and members of the public to a pre-mixer event preceding the historic inaugural New York State Reparations Remedies Meeting held in New York City. The event fostered an atmosphere of unity, reflection, and purpose as attendees engaged in meaningful dialogue on the path toward reparative justice.
The mixer, held in advance of the commission’s meeting, brought together notable public leaders, including NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Assemblymember Khaleel Anderson, Assemblymember Michaelle Solages, Assemblymember Vivian Cook, and others. The event was complemented by outstanding food catered by Ralph’s Coffee Shop, adding to the evening’s warm and welcoming environment.
Following the mixer, the NYS Reparations Remedies Commission commenced its formal meeting, which proved to be both historic and impactful. During the passionate public forum segment that followed, critical dialogue unfolded, offering valuable insights
and further advancing the conversation on reparative solutions for communities historically impacted by systemic inequities.
“This event was more than just a gathering. It served as a platform to build momentum for the reparations conversation, ensuring that we engage with all voices in this critical work,” said Senator Sanders. “The historic meeting and passionate public forum reflected the urgency and commitment to addressing long-overdue reparative justice. I am encouraged by the dialogue that unfolded and the engagement of our public leaders and community members.”
The NYS Reparations Remedies Commission is tasked with examining and addressing the impact of slavery and its ongoing consequences. Senator Sanders’ leadership continues to bring together key stakeholders to create a framework for tangible reparative solutions.
For more information about the NYS Reparations Remedies Commission and upcoming events, please contact Thalia Clerveau, Clerveau@nysenate.gov
(Held on Monday, December 16, 2024.)
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell / Julia Shaw.)
(Photo Credit : Julia Shaw.)
Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
November 2024
The Public Safety department maintains 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage.
COMPLAINTS:
Loitering complaints of which 43 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiters were present)
Noise complaints of which 112 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be heard)
verticals resulted in 21 violations being issued and 12 loiterers encountered during the vertical patrols. In addition, 6 tenant verifications were performed. Note: Directed verticals are additional
in order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis of various patrol reports.
Provided by 113th Precinct P.O. Smith, 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 Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2025 vs. Budget Summary of Key Performance Indicators For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Total Revenue For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
5. Quest Diagnostics - Signed a lease and is scheduled to start paying rent Sep 24.
6. Utica Security Services signed a lease and has started paying rent May 2024.
7. Elite - The Hair Studio opened in February 2024 and is now paying rent.
Total revenue Total revenue decreased $(10,000) $45,055,000 as compared to $44,670,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. Although the Total Revenue was in-line with the Budget, there were variances which are explained below:
Apartment revenue - Apartment revenue was relatively in-line with the FY 2025 Budget at $45,725,000 as compared to $45,837,000 in the FY 2025 Budget.
Commercial rental revenue – Commercial rental revenue decreased $(119,000) to $3,445,000 as compared to $3,564,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This decrease is due to more vacancies that were anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget. There are recent additions to the commercial revenue that is anticipated in FY2025 that were not anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget which will increase revenues.
1. UJ Pizzeria – Permanently Closed. However, on a positive note, a new Tenant Auntie Ann Pretzels has agreed to terms to rent this space.
2. JS Diner began paying rent in July 2024.
3. Brooks Barber Shop started paying rent in July 2024.
4. New Yummy Chinese Restaurant started paying rent July 2024.
Other Rental Revenue - (Includes Parking) - Other rental revenue decreased $(54,000) to $1,156991,000 as compared to $1,211,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to less Parking lot Rent. NOTE: - Approximately 80% of Other rental revenue is related to Parking revenue.
Community Center Revenue - Community Center Revenue increased $88,000 to $451,000 as compared to $363,000 in the Budget. This increase was related to a Grant received than was not anticipated in the Budget.
Other Income (accounts - Laundry, & Interest income) Other income increased $190,000 to $1,200,000 as compared to $1,010,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. The increase is due to an increase in revenue from administrative fees, late fees for cooperators an insurance check received for coverage of certain legal expenses for claims covered by Insurance.
Controller’s Report -
by William Young
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Administrative, Janitorial & Ground, Maintenance & Operating and Public Safety Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Administrative - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025)Administrative expenses increased $64,000 to $3,650,000 as compared to $3,585,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This increase was related to increases in Telephone, Information Technology; offset, in part, by a decrease in salaries.
Janitorial & Grounds - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025), Janitorial & Grounds expenses decreased $(961,000) to $3,851,000 as compared to $4,813,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This decrease is related to (1) a decrease of (724,000) in Salaries because the FY 2025 Budget was budgeted at Full Staff and we are not at Full Staff and (2) lower than anticipated Ground Maintenance expenses.
Maintenance and Operating costs - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025)Maintenance and Operating costs increased $232,000 to $7,825,000 as compared to $7,592,000 in the the following:
1. Repair Material, Tools & Supplies - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025)Repair Material, Tools & Supplies increased $495,000 to $1,718,000 as compared to $1,223,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. The increase is due to the impact of inflation on the purchase of supplies and approximately $300,000 of costs related to the scaffolding for the façade.
2. Contracted Services - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025)Contracted services expenses were in-line with the FY 2025 Budget.
Public Safety - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025) Public Safety expenses decreased $139,000 to $2,950,000 as compared to $3,089,299 in the FY 2025 Budget.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Power Plant (Fuel & Utilities), Water, Salaries and Other Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Power Plant - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025) Total expenses increased $672,000 to $10,525,000 as compared to $9,853,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This variance is explained below:
a. Fuel & Utilities - increased $380,000 or 10.7% as compared to the Budget The increase is due to increased cooperator usage and during the Budget preparation in 2022 there was a broken meter which was not discovered till after the FY 2024 & 2025 was finalized. The broken meter (CONTINUED NEXT PAGE)
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Power Plant (Fuel & Utilities), Water, Salaries and Other Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
distorted the FY 2024 & FY 2025 Budgets. In addition, the seasonality of the spreading the Fuel & Utilities Budget cost is based upon prior years % of monthly costs impacts the comparison to actual usage by month, plus weather also contributes to monthly variances.
b. Water & Sewer - increased $232,000 due to cooperator usage.
c. Salaries & Other - Salaries & Other expenses increased $59,000 due higher Contracted Services costs for Electrical & Building Maintenance.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Insurance, Shelter Rent, Employee Benefits & Payroll Taxes Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Insurance Expense (Property, General Liability & Workers Compensation) - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024(FY 2025)Insurance expenses increased $441,000 or 8.4% to $5,715,000 as compared to $5,274,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to the significant industry wide increases in General Liability and Works Compensation premiums. This trend continued in our recent renewal where our renewal % increase was 8.7% . That % doesn’t reflect Workers Compensation which renews in March of each year.
Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024, Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) expenses decreased $(402,000) to $2,047,000 as compared to $2,450,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to the Supreme Court ruling allowing Rochdale to allocate 16.5% of corporate expenses to the Power Plant in the Shelter Rent Calculation. In comparing the HCR Calculation to the NYC billing, it was noted that NYC is over-billing Rochdale by approximately $800,000 to $1,000,000 per year since FY 2020. The Company is in the process of working with HCR, DOF and NYC to recover the over-billing.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Bad Debt, Inventory Usage and Community Center Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Bad Debt Expense - Bad Debt Expense of $525,000 is an estimate of the write-off of Residential and Commercial receivables that may be required at March 31, 2025. The increase over the Budget is due to more cooperators not paying rent which has resulted in a significant increase in the write-off of receivables. NOTE: That the estimated write-off is a GAAP entry and we still continue to pursue collection of the receivable.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Bad Debt, Inventory Usage and Community Center Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Inventory Usage - The inventory usage account reflects an estimate of the year-end adjustment for the actual inventory taken at 3/31/25.
Community Center - The community center expense increased $211,000 to $485,000 as compared to $274,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to approximately $59,000 of Grant expenses and $83,000 of summer camp expenses that were not anticipated in the Budget.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Board, Election, Social Services, Bulletin and Committee Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Note: For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2024, (1) Board Expenses were lower than anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget. The Budget was spread out evenly over the year. (2) Election Expenses were incurred in June 2024 in anticipation of the October 2024 Shareholders election. The Budget anticipated these costs to be incurred in in October & November 2024. (3) the Bulletin expenses were relatively inline with the Budget (4) Social services were in-line with the Budget.
Rochdale Village Inc. (NET) Accounts Receivable by Year & Current Month
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Payable by Month (4 Month Trend) FY 2025
Rochdale Village Inc. Balance Sheet FY2022, FY 2023,FY 2024 AND FY 2025
s enior C itizens C ommittee C hristmas P arty
ing of K ings & C ommunity C enter C hristmas P arty & t oy g iveaway
On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, the Senior Citizens Committee celebrated Christmas with their annual Christmas Party. Those who attended came dressed festively to enjoy delicious food and fellowship filled with holiday joy. NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams stopped by, too. Look at them groove on the dance floor!
The King of Kings Foundation and the Community Center hosted their 16th Annual Christmas Party and Toy Giveaway in the Grand Ballroom on December 21, 2024 in collaboration with Congressman Gregory Meeks, Assemblywomen Vivian Cook and Alicia Hyndman, Senators Leroy Comrie and James Sanders Jr., City Council Members Nantasha Williams, Selvena Brooks-Powers and Speaker Adrienne Adams, and Queensborough President Donovan Richards. Sponsors for the event included: AGAPE, Revived, Video Music Box, Toys for Tots, DYCD, The Door Restaurant, Southern Girls Soul Food, Vibes Restaurant, Seamorhen’s Catering, H.E.R., Inc., Angels of the Shield, Praise Tabernacle Community Church, Friends for Life, Krupt Mob Bike Club Q, Chapter & Columbian Mutuel Life Ins. There was fun, food and gifts for the children to be enjoyed.
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
(Photo Credit : Gail Dobbins.)
King of Kings Foundation Founder Lance Feurtado.
King of Kings Foundation Founder Todd Feurtado (right).
F ROM T HE O FFICE O F S PEAKER A DAMS
Dear Rochdale Village Neighbor,
As the holiday season approaches, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to serve Rochdale Village. Our combined efforts have brought about meaningful changes within our community and district. On December 12th, I was proud to co-host our annual Holiday Float & Toy Parade throughout #TheGreat28 in Southeast Queens. Our motorcade made stops at the Rochdale Village Mall, Baisley Park Gardens, Baisley Houses, South Jamaica Houses, and the Blue Bird Inn on 94th Avenue. There was music, games, Christmas gifts, pictures with Santa, and much more! Sounds of laughter, hugs, and unity filled the air, highlighting the blessing of community and love for one another.
The NYC Council has made significant progress toward building a more equitable future for our families, community, and district. Thank you for trusting my commitment to strengthening essential protections, advancing civil rights, and championing a fairer, more inclusive New York City. From expanding access to childcare and launching a first-of-its-kind Guaranteed Income Program to support expectant mothers to safeguarding healthcare rights and promoting housing and economic equity, your contributions, input, and support as a community make a tangible difference every day.
At the last Stated hearing, the City Council passed the City of Yes by a vote of 30-21 and also passed Int. 654 to reinstate the J-51 tax abatement program for co-op/condo residents to mitigate the financial burdens of upgrades to comply with Local Law 97 to provide relief to our co-op and condo communities.
It is also that time of year to renew property tax exemptions, including the Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE) and the Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption (DHE). The Department of Finance sent renewal notices to home-
owners on October 15, 2024. Here are samples of the SCHE and DHE that were mailed. Please contact my office if you have any issues renewing your exemption. The deadline to renew is March 15th, 2025.
While recent events may leave many anxious or discouraged, remember that our work is crucial in such moments. I am confident that, by continuing to collaborate, this City Council will work in the best interests of our constituents, defend our democracy, protect civil rights and safety, and advocate for justice, compassion, and the dignity of every resident.
As we reflect on all we’ve accomplished, let’s support one another, enjoy our families, and continue creating cherished moments that will pave the way for progress for generations to come. Let’s not forget our neighbors. This season can be lonely for some, so take a moment to check on your neighbors. Love will always resonate when sincerely shared. We are a community that walks by faith, trusting and believing in the many blessings from above. From my family to yours, have a wonderful Holiday Season!
Let us stay connected, receive the latest news and updates from City Hall, and learn how it impacts District 28 through Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams’ District E-Mail at www.council.nyc.gov/district-28
Committed to Serve.
Adrienne E. Adams
New York City Council Speaker District 28, Queens
to spread joy this holiday season, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams joined Showing Hearts Foundation, State Senator Leroy Comrie, Councilmember Nantasha Williams, the 103rd and 113th Precincts, FDNY Vulcan Society, and other community partners on Sunday, December 15, 2024 to
families in Southeast Queens, including Rochdale Village. The giveaway was held outside the Big Mall, which was also the kickoff location for the annual holiday float parade.
(Photo Credit : Larry “Love” Moore.)
A Season Of Giving
VILLAGE’S OWN CUB SCOUT PACK
GIVES BACK TO LOCAL SENIOR CITIZENS
By Bridgette Bartlett royall Shareholder/Cub Scout Parent
For more than 100 years, the Cub Scouts have nurtured and positively impacted young boys across the globe. Our very own Cub Scout Pack 627 has proudly continued this rich legacy. The scouts have participated in an array of dynamic activities, from planning a thoughtful Mother’s Day Brunch to learning how to pitch a tent. They have also taken exciting trips such as pumpkin picking excursions and attending a Rutgers University football game. Recently, the boys completed their first group community service project right here in Rochdale Village.
On Saturday, November 23, 2024, members of Cub Scout Pack 627 provided hearty, home-cooked meals to dozens of homebound senior citizens. Many of those who received the meals were not able to be with loved ones on Thanksgiving Day. Thus, the Pack ensured those seniors felt seen and appreciated at the start of the busy holiday season. Each meal consisted of a generous portion of fried fish or barbeque chicken, seasoned rice or macaroni and cheese, a string bean and carrot medley and a dessert. The delicious cuisine was prepared and selflessly donated by Rochdale Village’s own, The Royal Hub Catering Company.
The food, which was personally delivered by the scouts and select parent volunteers and scout leaders, was lovingly packaged along with a personalized handwritten note card wishing each recipient a Happy Thanksgiving.
Through this timely service project, the scouts learned the value of giving back and the power of brotherhood, community and teamwork. Throughout the day, the boys were attentive, helpful and eager to interact with the seniors when arriving to their homes. The scouts were proud to bring smiles and palpable joy to those on the receiving end of the deliveries. Five-year-old scout and “Lion” member Langston Royall was eager to participate. The kindergarten student shared, “I care about other people, so I didn’t want them to have Thanksgiving by themselves.” Pack 627 Cub master Royal Hubbard adds, “Scouting is about community service, by being helpful and kind to others.”
While the pack is busy finalizing plans for their spring community service effort, there is also a desire to make the Thanksgiving meal delivery to homebound senior citizens an annual event. In the meantime, the scouts continue to authentically learn and live the classic proverb: We are blessed to be a blessing.
(Photo Credit: Cub Scouts Pack 627).
Ed Miller
Alanda I. Edwards
Anthony Blake
PRE-KWANZAA & CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, culture and tradition illuminated the Grand Ballroom through the Pre-Kwanzaa & Christmas Celebration Pop-Up Shop. With inspirational entertainment, over two dozen black businesses to shop from and raffle giveaways, the holiday spirit was indeed uplifting to all who attended.
Community Center Director Julia Shaw (left) and I Am Beautiful Instructor Jackie Love (right).
(Photo Credit : Isaiah Coleman.)
CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY
The Annual Children Christmas Party which took place on Sunday, December 15, 2024, was a great success with over 300 children in attendance. The goal of the committee was to ensure that every child received a gift whether they were registered or not. The children who were not pre-registered were asked to come back at 4pm to receive their gift. It’s the season of giving and we made sure that every child left with a gift.
It was such a pleasure to see the joy on the faces of the children. It was indeed a fun day filled with lots of entertainment, games, gifts and snacks.
A lot took place behind the scenes to make the event a success, and I would like to take the opportunity to thank those who supported.
A special thanks to Board members Jean Hall, Keysha Beasley, Janine Cross and Mr. Talib Bey for coming out to give a helping hand with the event
Most importantly, the party would not have been a success without the Community Relations Committee members. Thank you to the members who worked tirelessly and ensured the event ran smoothly. Thanks to Clara Shepperd, Carolyn Jackson, Dorothy Jackson, Marilyn Bell, Gwen Henderson, Kathy Johnson, Viola Treasure, Pearl Bishop and Opeyemi Hamilton.
Thanks to Maryam Hubbard and Chloe Johnson for your help. Also, thanks to the Marilyn Bell, Rochdale staff and cooperators who donated toys.
Many thanks to Board President Ms. Jean Hall, Ms. Rosetta Love, from the Angels of the Shield Foundation and Larry Moore of the Mary G. Moore foundation for donating 31 gift cards totaling $900.
Thanks to Speaker Adrienne Adams and Dr. Maria Hubbard for collaborating with the committee in putting out a spectacular event. Thanks for the gifts and the families sure did enjoy the float.
Also, thanks to GB sneaker store for the donation of 100 plus basketball hats.
Finally, a big thanks to the Maintenance, Grounds and Public Safety team. Thanks Mr. Kelvin Pantaleon, Mr. Conrad Duverney, Mr. Junior Dayes, Chief Adolph Osback, Captain Ernest Gaither and Sergeant Rorie Wilson for the continued support and assistance.
Again, thank you and Happy Holiday
- Jean Randolph-Castro, Chairperson Community Relations Committee
(Photo Credit : Larry “Love” Moore.)
GOODBYE 2024
(Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography).
HELLO 2025
On Tuesday, December
31, 2024, Rochdale residents and friends rang in the New Year in the Grand Ballroom. With the room decorated in a beautiful black and white theme, they ate, drank and danced right into 2025. Happy New Year!
(Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography).
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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!
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Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: 11/19/2024
Held at Location Club Lounge
Chairperson: Jean Randolph-Castro
PLANNED AGENDA:
• Finalizing of the Children Christmas Party
• Open Meeting began @ 7:10pm
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
N/A
DISCUSSION:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Ms. Jean Randolph-Castro. The agenda was introduced.
The annual children’s Christmas party will be held in the big mall. The committee will be collaborating with Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Dr. Maria Hubbard who will be donating toys.
Ms. Castro confirmed that the party is for Rochdale Village residents only. Registration will be done by calling the Board office. There will be no registration on the day of the event.
The child must be 12 years and younger. A parent must accompany the child. ID card showing Rochdale address
must be presented.
Once the children are registered, their names will be placed as they come. Snacks will be provided and there will be a lot of activities for a fun-filled day.
There will be hot chocolate, and coffee stands with cakes where the parents can have some refreshment.
The theme for the children is red or green shirts, and red shirts for the committee members.
Wrist bands will be given, red for gifts and green for the snacks.
Committee members were assigned their duties.
Refreshments will be provided for the committee members.
Ms. Jean Hall will be donating 20 gift cards for $25. Also Ms. Loretta Love from the Angels of the Shield and the Mary G. Moore foundation donated 11 gift cards, one $100, 2 at $50 and 8 at $25.
Set up will be done of Friday, December 13, 2024, at 6pm.
UPCOMING EVENTS: N/A
NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 7:00 P.M.
Meeting ended at: N/A
Attendance: 15
Minutes submitted by: Jean RandolphCastro
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NOVEMBER
Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: 11/15/24 Time: 7:00pm
Location: Club Lounge/Virtual
Chairperson: Stacey Francis
Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: 12/13/24 Time: 7:00pm
Location: Room 16/Virtual
Chairperson: Stacey Francis
PLANNED
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
DISCUSSION:
1. Committee members were informed about the Amazon Locker Pilot program. Each in-
PLANNED AGENDA: 1. Open ANNOUNCEMENTS: N/A
DISCUSSION: 1. The virtual portion of the meeting started at 7:20pm due to IT related issues. In the interim we started the in-person meeting with a wordguessing party game until the virtual room was opened.
2. There was a request to add resolutions to the board meeting notices. The committee reviewed three mock-ups and came to a consensus that the one for the weekly sheet was the better option.
3. We reviewed Co-op City’s laundry etiquette and call center articles from ISSUU.COM. We agreed to produce our own design, and these two items should be posted across all Rochdale media outlets; print and social media.
DECEMBER
stallation will contain 150 lockers of varying sizes. The lockers will allow receipt and return of packages. Each group will have one locker for cooperators to vet before a full rollout takes place.
2. The ‘call center’ sheet was forwarded to management for review and placement in the weekly sheet. This sheet provides shareholders with a visual guide on how to contact Maintenance, Public Safety, and the current laundromat company.
3. The announcement for the board meeting in the weekly sheet will
be brought back to the entire board in January.
4. The committee talked about cyber security training, iPad, and iPhone training for the larger community on Saturdays instead of the evenings.
5. We agreed that January, February, and March’s meeting will be on-line until the weather breaks.
UPCOMING EVENTS: N/A
NEXT MEETING: December 20, 2024
Meeting ended at: 8:00 p.m.
Attendance: N/A
Minutes submitted by: Stacey Francis
UPCOMING EVENTS: N/A
NEXT MEETING: January 24, 2024
Meeting ended at: 8:00 p.m.
Attendance: N/A
Minutes submitted by: Stacey Francis
Chairperson, Jean Randolph-Castro.
Chairperson, Stacey Francis.
SynoPSiS of cooPeraTor’S SeSSion
- for November 18, 2024 board meeting
Chairperson, Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session 7:02PM.
Comment: Thank you to management for taking care of the problem with the building 20 M- door.
Issue: The scooters that are being left all over the exterior and interior of Rochdale Village. The instructions to perform two checks daily and remove the scooters left in the interior of Rochdale Village are not being adhered to.
Management stated they will make sure maintenance picks up scooters on the interior of Rochdale Village as instructed.
Question: New York City has started composting; what are the effects?
Response: Rochdale Village has not started composting and the current City requirements do not affect Rochdale.
FYI
What is composting?
Composting is the practice of separating your food scraps and placing organic, non-animal or dairy products (other than eggs shells or clam shells) into a container in the kitchen, temporarily, and out of the main garbage bin. That leaves out all plastic and glass containers, diapers, metal, and anyone who once walked on four or two legs (and anything that came from an animal who did).
What you can compost:
• Vegetable scraps
• Fruit peels and pits
• Citrus rinds
• Coffee grinds
• Flowers past their prime
• Corn husks and cobs
• Olive and other pits
• Nuts, seeds, and shells
• Anything you could hypothetically grow, or that is part of something that grows
What you cannot compost:
• Meat (including beef, pork, lamb, and chicken)
• Dairy (any and all dairy products)
• Bones (except fish bones)
• Plastic containers or products
• Glass containers or jars
• Metal (including aluminum foil)
• Paper and foam products, and non-paper packaging
• Disposable diapers and personal care items
• Animal waste
Question: What is going to be done about these packages being left by the mailbox?
Response: The Board President read the following memo from Management to the board dated November 6, 2024: I met with the field quality assurance specialist Louis Lashley and other Amazon representatives regarding our delivery issues. These issues included:
1. Packages left in the lobby.
2. Usage of the main entrance for deliveries.
3. Lost/stolen package problem.
4. They agreed that these issues are unacceptable. According to them the drivers are heavily ticketed while delivering packages to our buildings, causing them to drop off quickly and get back to their truck.
The conversation was productive which led to a few proposed solutions to these problems as outlined below:
1. Add additional Amazon lockers. (mgmt. working on having one amazon locker per building)
2. Provide a parking area, possibly Mall 1, so that ticketing will not be an issue while making deliveries.
3. Dedicate drivers from one delivery service partner to service Rochdale.
4. Fix the existing Amazon key for business program.
Note: Tomorrow, 11/19/24 management will meet with Amazon to go a walk-through – to determine where boxes can be placed.
Question: When I moved into Rochdale Village some thirty years ago, pets were not allowed. Now there are so many animals, it is unbelievable. How do you vet the qualifications for someone who has an emotional support or service animal? (I am sure 80% of these animals are not support animals. I am scared to walk in Rochdale now fearing I may step in poop)
Response: Because of the New York State Human Rights regulations and HUD position on service and/or emotional support dogs it is very difficult to enforce denials. These agencies make the co-ops out to be the bad guys. Management is trying to work within the guidelines. People are required to provide medical documentation.
We can only make sure we enforce that all animals are on a leash and that the animal’s waste is picked up.
Whenever people are seen on camera violating these rules they are issued violations. It is up to the owners to follow the rules and regulations.
Question: Parking in the circles makes it difficult for deliveries and emergency vehicles such as fire trucks to get through. I have called 311 and made complaints to the precinct. Can public safety ask for these vehicles to be removed or call the precinct themselves to have these vehicles towed?
Response: We will reach out to the 113th precinct and speak with the Inspector and their traffic division to see what can be done.
Question: How can someone that works from 8AM to 5PM deal with maintenance particularly involving scheduling times for inspections? Why are there no weekend appointments?
Response: We will try to accommodate shareholders on the weekends. It is difficult when there is only one manager to cover five groups during the weekends. Therefore, we do not set up many inspection appointments.
Question: The parking spaces in lot 6 are very narrow, my purse can barely get out of the car, what can be done?
Response: We will continue to look at the lots but at this time there will be no adjustments made to the parking spaces.
Question: Has any plan of action been developed for vent cleaning?
Response: If the request is just to register that the vent is dirty – maintenance can remove it and clean it for you. However, if we go up on the roof and use a big vac to clean out the whole system that would be a capital project that has to be placed on the schedule and budgeted for.
Question: I received notification that I was eligible for a program where my carrying charges would be frozen. Do I take that to the management office?
Response: Yes.
Question: I have an issue with a car that I had in my parking space which was subsequently moved.
Response: When you come into the office, we can further investigate what took place.
Question: When I moved into Rochdale Village some years ago – I received a fine for bringing in a kitchen table. I was told I should have received a warning. Is that correct?
Response: If you move any type of furniture after hours or on the weekends that would be considered an illegal move-in. However, you can also address this when you come into the management office.
No further questions, the cooperator’s session ended at 7:35PM.
rochDale Village boarD of DirecTorS meeTing Resolutions
- November 18 2024
R40-24:
Moved by: Stacey Francis
Seconded by: Talib Bey
WHEREAS, at the September 2024 Board Meeting the Rochdale Village Board of Directors voted on Resolution 36-24 for Proto Construction LLC (“Proto”) to remove and replace the necessary bricks on Building 13;
WHEREAS, during the repair an unforeseen condition was found com-prised of fifteen (15) shelf angles requiring removal, resetting and repair; and
WHEREAS, the additional work will be done by Proto at a cost of $37,800 bringing the grand total of the Building 13 repair to $117,650.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves the Building 13 facade change order at a cost of $37,800 to be funded from the Operating Account.
FOR
Keysha Beasley
Nadine Browne
Stacey Francis
Cody Hamblin
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Sheila McKenzie
Lisa Stark
Talib Bey
Janine Cross
Jean Hall
Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Althea Hicks
Kamal Saleem
Jacqueline Telfer
ABSENT
Jean Randolph-Castro
Fourteen four, one absent; motion passes.
R41-24:
Moved by: Stacey Francis
Seconded by: Kamal Saleem
WHEREAS, E-bike storage is a concern due to lithium battery storage causing fires in other multi-family buildings;
WHEREAS, in an abundance of caution an E-bike policy was created so that there is a framework for the monitoring of E-bikes with lithium batteries throughout the campus; and
WHEREAS, the details of the policy is attached and will be posted once the resolution has been approved on the bulletin board, digital board and social media platforms.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves the E-bike policy.
FOR
Keysha Beasley
Nadine Browne
Jean Hall
Althea Hicks
Jean Randolph-Castro
Lisa Stark
AGAINST Cody Hamblin
Talib Bey
Stacey Francis
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Sheila McKenzie
Kamal Saleem
Jacqueline Telfer
PLEASE
ABSTAIN
Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
ABSENT FOR VOTE
Janine Cross
Twelve four, one against, one abstention, one absent; motion passes.
BOARD MEMBERS
Althea Hicks
Chairperson
Jean Hall
President
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
First Vice President
Keysha Beasley
Second Vice-President
Cody Hamblin
Third Vice-President
Nadine Browne
Fourth Vice-President
Stacey Francis
Secretary
Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Assistant Secretary
Kamal Saleem
Treasurer
Sheila Mckenzie
Assistant Treasurer
Talib Bey
Janine Cross
Jean Randolph-Castro (Arrived 8:02 P.M.)
Lisa Stark
Jacqueline Telfer
SUMMIT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
Jay Williams
General Manager
Wilfred Rodriguez
Assistant General Manager
Lance Williams
Director Of Operations
Dean M. Roberts, Esq. Corporate Counsel
Norris, Mclaughlin
William Young
Controller
Kelvin Pantaleon
Director Of Maintenance
David George
Assistant Director Of Maintenance
Adolph Osback
Chief Public Safety
Corey Jones
Director Of Power Plant
Mario Petrie
It Systems Manager
Puzzles
NATIVITY
Word Search Sudoku
Crossword
Across
1. Represents the kwanzaa principle creativity
4. Fourth principle of Kwanzaa
5. Red nose reindeer
7. These are roasting on an open fire
11. Third Principle of Kwanzaa
12. Santa’s ride
13. Kwanzaa principle that represents
faith
18. Hang on the fireplace
19. These are hang on the tree
20. Kwanzaa color that symbolizes struggle
21. Number of Kwanzaa principles
22. Frosty is one of them
23. Decorations for the banister
24. Inventor of Kwanzaa
DECORATIONS
FAMILY
FRIENDS
Down
1. Feast on the seventh day of Kwanzaa
2. Jingle _____ Jingle all the way
3. Don’t get caught under this
6. Color of candle lit on the first night of Kwanzaa
7. How Santa enters
8. Santa’s Helpers
9. You give and receive them
10. Seven branched candleholder 11. First Kwanzaa principle
14. One of the color of the Kwanzaa flag
15. Thee man showed up to see Baby Jesus
16. Evergreen with red berries
17. A symbol of Kwanzaa
23. He stole Christmas
PROJECTS IN PROGRESS
Project Name: Convectors
Description: Replace all (20,000) convectors with modern 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 received 998 new convectors; we anticipate an additional 1,000 soon. It became necessary to add freeze protection to the fan coil units to prevent freezing up during winter operation. A change order was approved to add additional equipment to the units for a cost of $1.7 million dollars. Genysis has completed the first pass through in Building 20. Genesys is currently in Building 19 bringing the total retrofit installation total to 259.
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.
DECEMBER 2024
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 HM23AE pending approval.
Project Name: Parking Lot Repave/Repair Contractor
Description: Repave and restripe parking lots 1,2,4,5,9a/9b and Mall 1.
Status: On hold. 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: $2,554,110.00
Money Spent: $489,970.80
Projected Completion: TBD
Project Name: Sidewalk & Curb Repair Contractor
Description: Concrete repair of worst areas campus wide.
Status: Completed: Groups #1, 2, 3 & 5. Group 4 is on hold for Façade work. MSS is the lowest bidder at $360,000 and Board approved.
Funding Source: Wells Fargo
Contract Amount: $369,000.00
Money Spent: $297,293.04
Projected Completion: TBD
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. The Unit will be connected to the existing system soon. We anticipate completion in the spring 2024 as work needs to be done in the shoulder season (Power Plant switches from heating to cooling). We will begin upon completion of Deisel #2 to maintain Plant redundancy while we make final connections.
Funding Source: Wells Fargo
Contract Amount: $1,169,000
Money Spent: $1,010,380
Projected Completion: September 2025
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 and quotes for the for necessary work are being reviewed by the project representative.
Funding Source: Wells Fargo
Contract Amount: $4,529,672
Money Spent: $201,392
Projected Completion: July 2024
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: $291,908
Projected Completion: N/A.
Project Name: Central Plant Engineering 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 the 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: $115,300
Projected Completion: April 2023
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 was resubmitted, and we are awaiting FDNY approval. Sprinkler: Completed as of 2/7/2020
Funding Source: Reserves
Original Contract Amount: $815,000 Change Order: $115,000; Total Contract: $930,000
Money Spent: $648,995.48
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
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 are completed for all 16 social rooms and the 4 nurseries.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: TBD
Money Spent: N/A
Projected Completion: TBD
Project Name: Bldg. Community Room Renovation
Description: Renovate all building community rooms including main area, bathrooms, and kitchens. The lathe and plaster ceilings will be removed and re-placed with 24’ x 24’ dropped ceilings.
Status: Bldg. #15 is in progress and twelve (12) Bldgs. are completed: #1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20. Two (2) bldgs. remaining for 2023 (#2 & 7) drawings are still pending at DOB for approval. HM23 pending at HCR & HM-180 approved.
Description: Long-term contract for roof repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. The 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). Management, Architect & Contractor agreed to close out/ place this project on hold until funding is available. Five (5) remaining buildings (#6, 7, 8, 18 & 19) will be rebid and done later.
Description: Repairs include Pointing, Lintels, Caulking, brick replacement, and Coping Stone Replacement.
Status: Start date: 7/27/21. Nine (9) Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 6, 12, 17 & 20. This project will be placed on hold until funding is available to complete the remaining buildings (7-11, 13-16, 18-19).
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $700,000
Money Spent: $205,533
Projected Completion: Re-evaluating
Project Name: Façade
Description: Long-term plan for brick and terrace repairs including Local law 11 work every 5 years.
FAÇADE & BALCONY: Four (4) Bldgs. are completed: #5- 8. In progress: #15 (75%) & 16 (75%). Will recommence with inspection and probes once funding has been approved by the Board. HM23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $12,764,400
DECEMBER 2024
Money Spent: $5,119,204
Projected Completion: November 2026
Project Name: Façade
Description: Long term plan for brick and terrace repairs including FISP each 5 years.
Status: RJSA selected by Management HM-23AE pending at HCR as of 1/28/2020.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $880,000
Money Spent: $812,867
Projected Completion: November 2026
Project Name: Air Monitoring
Description: Service contract
Status: Ongoing
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $200,000
Money Spent: $28,694
Projected Completion: N/A
Project Name: Mold Assessment
Description: Service contract
Status: Ongoing
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $100,000
Money Spent: $39,940
Projected Completion: N/A
Project Name: Brownfield SSDS
Mall 1 & 2
Description: Air clean up underground
Status: Exhaust fan installation
completed. Awaiting the Certificate of Completion (COC) from DEC.
Mall 1 - JS Cleaners Remediation is completed. Mall 2 - HIP cleaners Remediation is completed.
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: In progress. New designsigns awarded to ASG.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $288,683
Money Spent: $250,815
Projected Completion: November 2023
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: $14,580
Projected Completion: September 2023
Project Name: General Consultant
Description: Service contract.
Status: Ongoing
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $210,000
Money Spent: $160,498
Projected Completion: N/A
PROJECTS ON-HOLD
Project Name: Lobby Enhancement & Door Replacement & ADA Accessible Vestibules
Description: Replace 20 lobby entrances, doors and make ADA complaint.
Status: On Hold. Management is working with Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on reallocating funds from this project to fund convector change order. This project will be revisited at a later date.
Description: The installation of an elevator, demising walls, and utilities on the 2nd floor of mall.
Status: On Hold. All work is 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 to fund convector change order.
Project Name: Elevator Modernization & Preventative Maintenance
Description: Elevator modernization including new maintenance.
Status: On hold, however, we are moving forward with the preventative maintenance portion.
Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A
Money Spent: N/A
Anticipated Re-start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available.
Project Name: 15 Cardboard Balers
Description: Machine to compress cardboard waste into small and compact bales.
Status: On hold
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: N/A
Money Spent: N/A
Anticipated Re-start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available.
PROJECTS TO BE REMOVED
Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1
Architect
Description: Design Work for Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking
Status: To be removed. 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. These considerations make this project financially infeasible. Management will continue to look at other alternatives to address the parking issues.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: N/A
Money Spent: N/A
Anticipated Re-start: N/A
Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1
Contractor
Description: Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking.
Status: To be removed. Original budget of $5 million no longer applies due to Covid-19, supply chain issues and inflation total cost now exceeds $12 million for adding approximately 300 new spaces. These considerations make this project financially infeasible. Management will continue to look at other alternatives to address the parking issues.
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: N/A
Money Spent: N/A
Anticipated Re-start: N/A
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Black, Silver & Gold
No one celebrates birthdays like the Senior Center and this quarterly birthday party was no different. Held on Friday, December 27, 2024, the theme was Black, Silver and Gold to celebrate October, November, and December birthdays. Seniors arrived decked out to match the theme and enjoyed food, dancing, and even a raffle!
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell / Sandy Thomas).
SENIOR CENTER CHRISTMAS
Welcome To Santa Land!
The Senior Center took Holiday Spirit to a whole new level, hosting three events throughout the month of December to celebrate the holiday season.
Santa Claus came to town! The Rochdale Village Big Mall was decorated for good old Saint Nick by cooperator Sacha Jarred, owner of KDA Events, from December 9 to December 24, 2024. The MGM (Mary G. Moore) Foundation, in conjuction with The Community Relations Committee, held their Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway where children were given a toy after taking pictures with Santa. Sponsors included Sickle Cell Awareness Foundation, AWCWA, Angels of the Shield, AGAPE, Southern Girls Soul Food, and Epic Pharma.
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell).
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell).
Christmas Celebration With NORC
There’s no such thing as too many holiday celebrations! NORC hosted their own Christmas party on Friday, December 13, 2024 in the Community Center. Those who attended had a great time with food, music, dancing, and overall fun.
