THE COOPERATORS’ NEWSPAPER
Vol. 60 No. 12
December 2023
SERVING OVER 25,000 COOPERATORS IN THE WORLD’S SECOND LARGEST HOUSING COOPERATIVE
Happy Holidays
ROC HDALE VILL AGE
PRE-KWANZAA AND CHRISTMAS POP UP SHOP (Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography). PICTURES ON PAGE 13
TREE LIGHTING PICTURES ON PAGE 3
WINTER WONDERLAND PAJAMA PARTY PICTURES ON PAGE 19
President’s Message - Pg. 2 | General Manager’s Report - Pg. 4 | New Years Eve - Pg. 16 & 17 | Board Calendar - Pg. 20
Page 2 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 Maryam Hubbard Kamal Saleem Keysha Beasley Khedda Hayden-Ryan Treasurer Felicia Perrin Assistant Treasurer Kamal Saleem Secretary Stacey Francis Assistant Secretary Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Talib Bey Nadine Browne Clifton Stanley Diaz Stacey Francis Jean Hall Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Khedda Hayden-Ryan Dr. Althea Hicks Maryam Hubbard Felicia Perrin Jean Randolph-Castro Kamal Saleem Lisa Stark George Simon (State Representative)
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance Felicia Perrin Commercial Services Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Community Center Khedda Hayden-Ryan Community Relations Maryam Hubbard Environment, Parks, Recreation & Parking Kamal Saleem Legal & Management Jean Hall Maintenance Keysha Beasley Media & IT Stacey Francis Orientation Letisha Azizah Public Safety Khedda Hayden-Ryan Senior Citizens Jean Hall Youth Planning Nadine Browne
MANAGEMENT
Summit Property Management Services Inc. General Manager
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President’s Message
- by Jean Hall
Season’s Greetings,
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his is the time of year when families and friends come together to celebrate the holidays. There is a lot of decorating, good cooking, storytelling, gift giving, baskets of cheer and fellowship. In addition, as we close out one year and bring in a new year, we make resolutions, some of which we keep, and others drift into a sea of forgetfulness. As we celebrate, we also remember the loved ones we have lost in our community. Let us be mindful and check on one another. Your demonstration of caring means a lot. Sometimes just a phone call will lift a person’s spirit more than you can know. In assessing our community, I see opportunities and President, Jean Hall challenges before us. What keeps this community going is each of us. Each shareholder plays a vital role in our ongoing sustainability. Your participation speaks volumes as does your non-participation. I encourage us all to make this New Years Resolution, that I will strive to be more than a critical observer but an active participant in my community. Taken from ProsperityPoems.com
New Beginnings Wake up fresh – start new today Each morning a new beginning I push aside my past mistakes For this day I choose winning Disregard my faulty thoughts Today I think the higher way I see my clear priorities And act on them without delay New beginnings give to me Vitality and strength of mind And with my fresh start every day I live my life from my design Peace and Blessings to All!
Jay Williams
Assistant Managers Herbert Freedman Wilfred Rodriguez
Controller
William Young
Director of Maintenance Kelvin Pantaleon
Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback
Power Plant Director Corey Jones
Human Resource Director Dolores Benner
General Counsel Robert Bernstein
The next meeting for the Board of Directors will be on January 22, 2024 via Zoom ONLY. Zoom information to be announced.
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Board Members: Maryam Hubbard, Stacey Francis, Keysha Beasley, Nadine Browne, Khedda Hayden-Ryan, Jean Hall.
Assemblywoman Vivian E. Cook.
Board Members: Althea Hicks, Stacey Francis.
Rochdale Village Christmas Tree Lighting On Sunday, December 10, 2023, Rochdale hosted the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Cooperators were able to enjoy the family festivities including ice skating and a Hot Cocoa Bar (sponsored by YPC)! Despite the Grinch’s efforts, the Christmas tree was lit, and an exceptional merry time was had by all. (Photo Credit : Larry ‘Love’ Moore).
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Cooling Tower #1
Monthly Report
- by Jay Marion Williams Scott
General Manager’s Monthly Report for December 2023 HAPPY NEW YEAR, 2024 As we enter the New Year, it marks my second year as the general manager in an increasingly challenging economic environment. Shareholders may be globally aware of inflation when they go shopping for groceries or get gas. I also want shareholders to be aware that this environment affects the operation of Rochdale. Are we doing well is a good question with a multi-pronged answer. The short of it is that we are doing better than most of our Mitchell Lama contemporaries. However, the fact is we are facing unprecedented increases in supplies and insurance that we are having trouble keeping pace with. There is no specific set of criteria by which to judge the performance of your Managing Agent. A good test is the ability to lead the coop through difficult challenges while keeping the Board and shareholders abreast of the challenges as they are happening. Teamwork is the name of the game. When it comes to property management, the Board and Management must work together through problems towards the best solution for the community. Communication is the cornerstone of this process. There is a lot that goes on here from insurance claims and water main breaks to boiler certifications. The goal is that through our reporting we can minimize surprises to the Board when possible. Having said all of that, there is no quick or simple way to express our gratitude to the Board and the Cooperators for giving us the chance to serve this great community.
MITCHELL LAMA HOUSING CHALLENGES IN A POST PANDEMIC ENVIRONMENT Mitchell Lama housing developments throughout the City and State are struggling to make ends meet in this post Pandemic environment, Rochdale included. Like other Mitchell Lamas, we [Rochdale] are a limited for-profit corporation. That means at the end of our fiscal year we want to make sure we bring in enough income to cover our expenses, and not too much more. Why? Because for now, approximately 95% of our operating expenses come from our shareholders carrying charges. In other words, the more income we make the more you pay. The other 5% comes from our commercial division. I italicized “for now” because there is a possible future where the ratio of income from commercial goes up and the residential goes down. I will get into that a little later.
While the rate of inflation seems to have slowed down, the inherent cost for insurance has doubled post COVID. This has naturally created a financial hardship for Mitchell Lama’s limited for profit structure. I personally know of a City Mitchell Lama that experienced a 300% increase in insurance costs resulting in a 30% carrying charge increase for them. While we are not quite in that position, the fast rise in insurance has caused ends not to meet. We have started looking at short and long-term solutions to keep the housing company viable.
PROJECTION SHORTFALLS Two years ago, Management projected several saving initiatives that we thought would offset the projected rise of inflation. Below is a look back on how those projections panned out:
that had already been paid on backup generators and oil. •
ERTC Tax Credit net $5.8 million: RESULT: GOOD – We did successfully collect $5.8 million, BUT $4.1 million had to be used to cover our increase tax escrow.
LONG TERM AND SHORT-TERM PLANS Our vendor payables have stabilized but we will need more income to catch up. The 2nd stage of our increase of approximately 3.62% is set to begin in February. However, this will be wholly absorbed by our increased insurance premiums. So, what are our plans to mitigate costs and increase income: 1. Limiting Overtime – We budget for a certain amount of overtime per year. Barring emergencies, after-hours tasks must be limited to save money where possible.
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$6 million from PPP forgivable loan: Result: GOOD - 98% was forgiven. We are responsible for a relatively small monthly payment.
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$3.8 million from HPD forgivable loan: Result: GOOD – This was used to complete Local Law 11 façade work in group 2 and partial group 4. BUT, it does not help with operating shortfalls.
2. Temporary Real Estate Tax Escrow Pause – Every month we contribute approximately $300k to our real estate tax escrow. We now have a surplus because in 2021 we were able to settle with NYC on a recalculated amount related to our power plant.
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Saving $1.5 million a year from gas reclassification: RESULT: NOT GOOD – We did successfully reclassify Rochdale at a lower classification but have not realized the anticipated savings. We believe this is due to a change in usage from our previous calculations.
3. EV charging stations – We have secured a lease with Tesla for charging stations at our Big Mall that will bring in $168k in year 1 and escalate each successive year. We are working on more charging stations with another company to increase our revenue.
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Saving $1.5 million a year from gas rate lock in: RESULT: NOT GOOD – We did successfully lock Rochdale at a lower gas rate but have not realized the anticipated savings. We believe this is due to a change in usage from our previous calculations.
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Saving $1 million a year from new augur: RESULT: NOT GOOD – We did successfully install the Auger but have not realized the anticipated savings. We believe this is due to an increase in bulk garbage.
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$2 million insurance payment for turbine issues: RESULT: GOOD – We did recoup the insurance money, BUT that only offset expenses
I had mentioned above that approximately 95% of our income is residential and 5% is from commercial, for now. I recently met with another Coop in the City that had a ratio closer to 45% residential and 55% commercial. That housing company leans more heavily on its commercial income than its residential income. How? Three words: location, location, location. They were able to charge top dollar per square foot for their commercial space because of the demand. As we see Jamaica avenue changing over time so will we. I don’t know if our ratio of income will change as drastically as that other City Cooperative, but I know for sure that the demand for our commercial property is on the rise. In the meantime, increasing our residential income is the only realistic approach to covering our increased expenses. As we continue our analysis, we will communicate future plans to keep Rochdale stable.
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CENTER FOR HEARING AND COMMUNICATION HIGHLIGHTS IMPORTANCE OF HEARING HEALTH By Mikell Richards
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ave you passed by the Security gate near Mall 1 and seen a Mobile Hearing van parked? Well, it’s there for a very specific and important purpose. The Center for Hearing and Communication is a non-profit organization over a century old with a big focus on reaching the needs of many within the community. Started in 1910, CHC (Center for Hearing and Communication) completes its work in more than one location, with a base in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as well as Downtown Manhattan. CHC, originally known as the League for the Hard of Hearing, serves 15,000 members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community annually. While CHC provides those in need with a long list of services, such as emotional health and wellness, education, offering a family resource center and running many outreach programs, their focus is undoubtedly audiology, speech, and language. Their mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive services to empower people affected by hearing loss, deafness and listening challenges. It’s an amazing purpose, especially when hearing isn’t always a health priority until it is too late. Their mobile program
generally reaches out to preschools and older adult centers, and spans throughout New York with an emphasis on the NYC area. The van usually visits a specific location a minimum of three times to try to reach as many people in that location as possible. In connecting with The Rochdale Village Senior Center, CHC arranged to have a mobile van that is used for appointments parked near the Public Safety gate for a few hours. Seniors of the community were then able to sign up with the Center in advance, scheduling their appointments with Audiologist, Shelby Platia, Au.D, CCC-A. Dr. Shelby Platia is serious about the importance of seniors taking steps towards staying on top of their hearing. “Personally speaking, it is rewarding to be able to work with various older adult centers to provide hearing health education, screenings, and evaluations. For many individuals we see, it is their first step towards addressing their hearing concerns. To be able to bridge that gap and help them along the way is part of why this program is so important.” So far, CHC has done multiple screenings at Rochdale Village with possibly a couple more planned for January. When asked about bringing the mobile unit to Rochdale Village, Senior Center Director
Sheree Shivers had this to say: “In speaking with some of our seniors, we came to realize that there was a need. Some of them hadn’t had a hearing test since it was last required of them, in high school.” After the first date that the mobile van visited and took appointments, many of those who made appointments found that they had wax buildup or other conditions that required follow up appointments. This has motivated the Senior Center to plan for more dates where the van could be available, during the summer, and annually after that. For more information about the Center for Hearing and Communication, you can visit their website, https://www.chchearing. org/. They can also be found on Facebook by searching Center for Hearing and Communication, as well as on Instagram and Twitter/X @chchearing. If you have hearing concerns, CHC recommends that you consider following up with an audiologist. You can ask your primary care physician for a referral in your area or contact CHC. They also offer a free online hearing screening: https://www. chchearing.org/free-online-hearing-tests. Take the time out to check in on your hearing soon. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
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Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
November 2023 The Public Safety department maintain 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage. Cooperator Escort Service The statistical data for the month of November 2023 is outlined below: COMPLAINTS:
242 Calls for cooperator escorts 78 Calls for aided sick/injury incidents and elevator entrapments
107 Loitering complaints of which 33 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiterers were present)
Violations Cost per Violation Issued 20
harboring a pet $300
135 Noise complaints of which 83 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be heard)
1
smoking in unauthorized areas
3
criminal activity $750
12
illegal sublet/occupant $400
3
illegal move in/out $400
2
health hazard (bad odor, smoke)
4
disorderly conduct $250
INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: 07
Risk Management Incidents (trips/falls/other injuries)
96 Investigative Incidents (criminal matters, cooperator violations etc.)
$200
$200
05
Violations Issued
6
loitering $200
04
Related Arrest Incidents
1
improper storage $100
01
Fire Incident
13
loud/unreasonable noise $175
113
Total Incidents for month by Investigative Unit
10
failure to comply $100
1
bulk garbage $200
1
vandalism $200
3
fire hazard
TASK FORCE UNIT: 195
Directed & Routine Verticals
These verticals resulted in 0 arrests, 0 C-Summon issued, 32 violations, 3 and encountered 72 loiterers during their vertical & directed patrols.
$200
littering $200
property damage $200 Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in 2 order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot negligence $200 spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis of various 3 (plus damages) patrol reports. 4,677
building verticals, ground floor inspections and parking lot checks were conducted in the month.
440 5117
Directed verticals were conducted in the month. Total post inspections conducted in the month.
1
illegally parked vehicle/motorcycle
1
reckless endangerment $150
$200
1 theft of property $300 (plus damages)
Filtering Calls to Dispatch:
1
riding bike on property (electric scooter)
$50
1232
1
drinking alcohol in public (open container)
$250
94
Total $23,375
calls for assistance by public safety.
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Provided by 113th Precinct Sergeant Kevin Watz, Crime Analysis Division to Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, Public Safety Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan
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28 DAY ROCHDALE VILLAGE INDEX CRIMES SUMMARY:
Be Safe In The New Year.
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Controller’s Report - by William Young Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023 (FISCAL 2024)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2023 and FY 2024 vs. Budget
For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Controllable Income before Interest, Depreciation, Amortization, and Income taxes decreased as compared to in the FY2024 Budget Below you will find an explanation of the accounts with significant variances vs. the FY 2024 Budget: Controllable Income is defined as Revenue less variable expenses which are expenses that can be managed by the Company (“A measure of the Operating efficiency of the Company). It is commonly known as EBITDA (Earnings before Interest, Taxes and Depreciation and Amortization). Operating Revenue and Expense variances are explained below: REVENUE Total revenue - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Total revenue increased $725,000 to as compared to in the FY 2024 Budget. Apartment revenue - For the Seven Months
(DRAFT – PRIOR TO ANNUAL AUDIT & YEAR-END ANALYSIS)
Ended October 31, 2023, Apartment revenue increased $38,000 to $44,236,000 as compared to in the FY 2024 Budget.
Commercial rental revenue - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Commercial rental revenue decreased as compared to in the FY 2024 Budget. The decrease in revenue is due to LOST Revenue for the following stores: (1) $23,798 UJ Pizzeria - Permanently Closed. (2) $24,481 Jays Restaurant (d/b/a) Unique Eats - Permanently Closed. (3) $103,862 Triangle Services - Not paying rent. (4) There were more vacancies in both Mall 1 and Mall 2 than were anticipated Community Center revenue - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Community Center revenue increased $101,000 to $416,000 as compared to $315,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is due to the (1) An increase in revenue in the Community center Programs (2) An increase in Community Center Room Rental (3) an increase in Community Center Committee events that were not anticipated in the Budget.
Other Income - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, other income increased $918,000 to as compared to in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is due to insurance reimbursement of $825,000 for the costs related to the turbine rebuild. This insurance reimbursement was not anticipated in the Budget. EXPENSES Total expenses before Interest, Depreciation and Unusual Items For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, total expenses before Interest, Depreciation and Unusual Items increased $1,661,000 to $46,704,000 as compared to $45,043,000 in the Budget. The significant variances are explained in the following expense categories: Administrative - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Administrative expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget at $3,583,033 as compared to $3,583,643 in the FY 2024 Budget. Although these expenses were in line with the Budget, there were 2 variance explained in (1) & (2) below:
An increase in Office expenses related to (1) the purchase of $87,000 of income affidavit forms, $17,000 for the purchase of medical supplies for the cabinets in the Group Offices and the management office and (2) an increase in purchases of office supplies for other departments and the impact of inflation. Both (1) & (2) above were not anticipated Janitorial & Grounds costs - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Janitorial and Grounds expenses decreased $(124,000) to $4,373,000 as compared to $4,498,000 in the Budget. This decrease is due to (1) a decrease in Porter salaries due to the Budget being at full staff and we are currently not at full staff (2) lower than anticipated Landscaping expenses not anticipated in the Budget (3) Lower than anticipated landscaping labor seasonal expense not anticipated in the Budget. Maintenance and operating costs - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Maintenance and Operating costs increased $1,337,000 to $8,706,000 as compared to $7,368,000 in the
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Controller’s Report
- by William Young
Rochdale Village Inc.
Summary of Accounts Receivable Activity FY 2021, FY 2022, FY 2023 & FY 2024
Rochdale Village, Inc. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AGING FY 2024
Page 10 FY 2024 Budget This increase is related to the following: Repair Material, Tools & Supplies - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Repair Material, Tools & Supplies increased $601,000 to $1,728,000 as compared to $1,127,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The increase is principally due to an increase in purchases in the follow areas: (1) carpentry supplies (2) Floor tiles (3) HVAC supplies and Plumbing supplies (4) the impact of inflation on all of those purchases related to inflation. Contracted Services - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Contracted services category of Maintenance expenses increased approximately $833,000 to $4,490,000 as compared to $3,657,000 in the Budget. This increase is due (1) The increase in vacancies that have required complete renovation (2) Prices for these purchases have continued to be impacted by inflation. Public Safety - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Public Safety expenses continue to be in-line with the FY 2024 Budget at $3,459,000 as compared to $3,509,000. Power Plant - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Total Power Plant expenses increased $387,000 to $10,652„000 as compared to $10,265,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. There were both positive and (negative) variances in the expense categories which are explained below: 1. FUEL & UTILITIES a. Fuel, Heating and gas - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Fuel expenses increased $491,000 to as compared to in the FY 2024 Budget. The reason for this increase is due to (1) increased usage (2) The seasonality of the Budget being spread out based upon the %s from the prior year. If those %s are different in
The Rochdale Village Bulletin FY 2024, that will create a variance. NOTE: The FY 2024 RISK of variances from the Budget will be the usage by cooperators, commercial malls and the Power Plant. If usage remains constant Natural Gas expenses will remain constant. 2. Water & Sewer For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Water and Sewer expenses increased $176,000 to $3,800,000 as compared to $3,624,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is due to (1) increased usage by cooperators and (2) the impact of seasonality in the Budget. The Water usage in the Budget was based upon prior years usage %s. As the actual usage changes as a %s change by month, the variances will change. 3. Salaries & Other Power Plant Expenses For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, — Salaries & other expenses decreased to $2,7555,000 as compared to $3,035,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This decrease is principally related to the (a) The decrease of $280,000 in Salaries is due to (1) 198,000 lower than anticipated salaries due to the Budget being at full staff and as of October they were not a full staff. (b) There was a decrease of $(157,000) in overtime due to anticipated projects not needed. Insurance Expense - For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Insurance expenses increased $776,000 to $5,798,000 as compared to $5,021,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. Insurance costs have continued to trend above the FY 2024 Budget. Insurance costs now represent approximately 10% of Rochdale Village’s revenue. General Liability, Umbrella and Workers Compensation Insurance reflects the largest portion of the insurance expense increase. Management is meeting quarterly with insurance Brokers to review each major claim to evaluate reserves, modification rates and if there are safety policies that need to be improved. The current renewal
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(effective 11/8/23 resulted in an approximately 9% increase in insurance costs which will further increase the unfavorable variance to the FY 2024 Budget. Real Estate
NOT a write-off of receivables. The bad debt
Taxes (Shelter Rent) For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Real estate tax (Shelter rent) expenses decreased $(283,000) to $2,110,000 as compared to $2,394,000 in the Budget. This decrease is related to the impact of the Article 78 settlement related to allocation of 16.5% of corporate expenses which is now included in the Shelter Rent calculation and decreasing our expenses.
All Other Expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget
Employee Benefits For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Employee Benefits expenses decreased $(513,000) to $5,351,000 as compared to $5,865,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to following: (1) An accrual of 1 week of payroll that related to FY 2023 was recorded in March 2023. When the actual payroll was paid, it was recorded in the individual payroll accounts. The accrual in FY 2023 is then reversed and is a (credit) in the GL. The net impact between the individual payroll accounts and the accrual account is $0. (2) A decrease in SSOBA and Local 94 benefits due to employee vacancies as compared to the FY 2024 Budget. Bad Debt Expense (NON-CASH EXPENDITURE) For the Seven Months Ended October 31, 2023, Bad debt expense (a noncash expense) was in-line with the FY 2024 Budget. In 2022, the courts opened and are now having a favorable impact on evictions and collections from delinquent cooperators. NOTE: It should be noted that this increase is
expense is an addition to the allowance for bad
debt and the Company will continue to pursue collection of these receivables.
Looking forward 1. Computer Software and Paperless Solution - We anticipate that this project will begin in January 2024 (FY 2024). OTHER SIGNIFICANT INFORMATION 1. PPP Loan Forgiveness CONCLUSION - In a letter from the SBA to Citibank, the SBA has determined that the FINAL Forgiveness for Rochdale is $5,856,600 of the $6,029,300 PPP loan. That leaves a balance of $172,700 which will remain as a liability on Rochdale’s Balance Sheet to be repaid to Citibank. As discussed with SAX LLP, the amount of forgiveness will be shown on our Financial Statements as a separate line called “PPP Loan Forgiveness”. The Profit & Loss Statement reflects the forgiveness as additional income after depreciation. 2. Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and HCR) - The reserve and escrow balances were $33,479,30 as of October 31, 2023. 3. EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDITS In June 2023, the Company received $7,202,145.61 for the IRS related to the ERC Program. In June 2023, $5,842,394 was added to the HCR 4. INSURANCE DEFICIT - In November 2023, the Board approved a transfer of $4,168,195 to Wells Fargo to offset the insurance deficit created by the significant increase in insurance costs.
Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2021, FY 2022, FY 2023 & FY 2024
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December 2023 (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
P.S. 251Q STUDENTS SING CAROLS IN BIG MALL
The PS 251Q Children’s Choir stopped time in Rochdale’s Big Mall on Friday, December 15, 2023 with their spread of Christmas cheer through song. Students were accompanied by ENL teacher Ms. Greaves, and Music teacher Mr. Belmonte (seen playing guitar). Many shoppers paused to witness and carry with them the joy that was well received.
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On Saturday, December 16, 2023, 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, addresses audience with her assistants for the evening.
PRE-KWANZAA & CHRISTMAS
CELEBR ATION
(Photo Credit : Isaiah Coleman.)
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Crossword
Puzzles
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
Word Search
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. Three man showed up to see Baby Jesus 16. Evergreen with red berries 17. A symbol of Kwanzaa 23. He stole Christmas ANGEL CHRISTMAS CRACKERS DECORATIONS FAMILY FRIENDS
GIFTS GRINCH JINGLE BELLS JOLLY MANGER MERRY
NATIVITY PRESENTS SANTA CLAUS SCROOGE TREE
Sudoku
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Poetry & Art Corner
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PETTYCOAT LANE (TRUE)
CHRISTMAS INPIRED FARM
THANKSGIVING RESOLUTION 60 YEARS
By Ed Miller
By Anthony Blake
By Alanda I. Wasserman Edwards
Summer vacation in London Be sure to see “Pattycoat lane!” The market for souvenirs and toys The place of world renown and fame
Christmas Inspired farm always takes a moment to celebrate The time to decorate Stand back observe and appreciate All the town’s farm people coming together The farm is Welcomeville, Vermont Since the town’s people are all here Let’s have a sing along and the words go like this It’s the Christmas Inspired Farm that brings Christmas alive It’s the snow that falls The echoing winds Jingle Bell rings Anticipation of Christmas Day Sleigh’s dashing through the snow HO HO HO Christmas Trees with all their glister and shine Drink up in cheers genuine Preserver Gift Wrap Event Time certainly went The Christmas Inspired Farm says so long Bring the holiday season to someone who maybe alone Togetherness is the season full blown Enter and rejoice Joy and Peace Feel relaxed at least Happy Holidays
I am thankful For community and the Various form of community Such as church, marketplace Neighborhood professional And first responders as We all strive in common Goals in peace and unity And unity tranquility Toward a success In our community Happy 60 Anniversary Rochdale Village toward Fulfillment of positive dreams For the future and Generation to come may Achievement for this be won Through prayers and Supplications to the Lord Let us be grateful to be a Part of such a great cause In the moment in history In making of the success As we remain mindful of Faith in integrity putting the God at the helm of success of Our community acts of Kindness and respect on for Another strive towards Excellence and nothing less Not dwelling on defeats But letting lesson be learn and Having nurture prayers Reaching for success test For the testimonies of other Faith walk Pray to continue being positive dreamers in this community I would like to take this time to graciously say Happy 60th Anniversary Rochdale Village And God bless you!
“Lady! Christmas toys for grandkids!” “We don’t Christmas celebrate!” “Buy them a toy for Chanukah! I’ll give you a special rate!” SANTA “Were you a good little boy?” “Yes!” “What do you want for Xmas?” “We don’t celebrate Christmas!” “A gezunut off dein shein keppele!” (Jewish) (A blessing on your little head!)
RED CHRISTMAS By Anthony Blake Red setting the holiday scene Coordination of White The thought of Mr. S Season’s Greetings enthused A gift for every Girl and boy What a joy Names on every shopping list Some people you might miss Joy of the holiday Wishes coming everybody’s way Santa with a dazzle of his Red and White Perhaps snowflakes make the holiday a delight A child’s dream Santa and his Reindeer flying high and broad Twinkle little star The Wise Men who travelled far Christmas Eve night Little one’s sleep tight This is a holiday that always shine bright.
NEW YEAR IN THE OLD YEAR OUT
By Anthony Blake A past year of wonder Sometimes doubt Circumstances beyond words Moments between pauses Situations in varying causes Guns still having the voice Bullets of choice Promise having no honest One must say Everyday No peace Total unrest Hoping 2024 will be different No one knows what to expect A wait and see in the aspect 2024 soon to come Let peace and tranquility settle in New beginning Turning hate into love Working together Person in the mirror change Total rearrange from 2023 A world happy and not snappy Happy New Year 2024 to explore Let’s make it galore
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THREE MORE CHRISTMAS STORIES (TRUE)
By Ed Miller
Mommy told me to be patient I was only three years old My sister was a little older, Santa likes kids, we were told Finally got to sit on Santa’s lap Right after sister asked for a dolly “What do you want little boy?” “A Dolly!” I replied, it was my folly. I really wanted a different toy A flustered kid I became The big round lollypop he gave me Took away the shame.
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Scenes from New Year’s Eve as Rochdale Village ushered in the new year.
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Scenes from New Year’s Eve as Rochdale Village ushered in the new year.
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CELEBRATING THE HOLIDA Senior Citizens Committee Christmas Party Senior Citizen Committee Chair Jean Hall, General Manager Jay Williams, Board Member Jean Randolph-Castro.
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
On Thursday, December 14, 2023, the Senior Citizens Committee celebrated Christmas with food, festive clothing and fellowship.
King of K in gs & C o mmu n i t y C en t er C hr i st mas P ar t y
(Photo Credit : Gail Dobbins.)
King of Kings Foundation Founders, Lance Feurtado (left) and Todd Feurtado (right).
Assemblywoman Vivian E.Cook (left).
Video Music Box, Ralph McDaniels.
The King of Kings Foundation returned to Rochdale Village on Saturday, December 23, 2023 for their 15th Annual Christmas Party.
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AYS Winter IN ROCHDALE VILLAGE Wonderland Pajama Holiday Party
Angels of the Shield Founder, Rosetta Love (left), Community Relations Chair Maryam Hubbard (right).
(Photo Credit : Gail Dobbins).
By Maryam Hubbard, Community Relations Committee Chair
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n Friday Dec 22nd, the community Relations committee decided to do the annual Children’s Holiday party a tad bit different this year. Normally, this event is celebrated in our very own Rochdale Village Big Mall, however this year we made it into a Pajama themed winter wonderland celebration that took place right in our community center. The children were able to partake in holiday festive face painting, a hot cocoa station, a sweet treat station, Nick the ballonist, a game room, food, music, gifts and more.
As the Community Relations chair, I took the liberty of reaching out to vendors and businesses within the community to help cover the entire expenses of this children’s Holiday event. A very big thank you to John and Nick Kordistos of Genesys Construction Company who sponsored a large portion of the event, George Renwick Chef G’s Elegant Flames for the food that was cooked and donated. A hefty donation of gift cards from our very own veteran public safety officer Mrs. Love her organization Angels of the Shield. YPC for the hot cocoa station donation, as well as the donations and volunteers from business owner Sean Whale of We Juicing. Bookbag donations from Sonny of GB’s Sneaker store. A donation
of toys from Kamell Ellis of One World Fest. We thank our Shareholders for the Toy donations and remembering it takes a Village. Family of Five for bringing entertainment and fun to the party. The community center staff thank you for always going the extra mile in making events here in the center run as seamless as possible. Last but certainly not least all the Community Relations Committee members that came out to set up, volunteer during the festivities and the break down of the event. All your support is greatly appreciated always. The Community Relations Committee would like to extend a warm heartfelt Happy Holiday’s to the Village and may the New Year be blessed and prosperous for us all!!
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ABOUT ROCHDALE VILLAGE COMMITTEES Cooperative living embraces the principle that we are a community that works together for the common good. This means each resident plays an active role in supporting their community, and ultimately, each other. Cooperators may join any committee by simply calling the board office, 718-275-5700 ext. 3360 and request your name be added to the members list. You are free to join as many committees as you choose!
Synopsis of Cooperator’s Session - for November 27, 2023 board meeting
Secretary, Stacey Francis Chaired the Cooperator’s Session which opened at 7:10PM. Comment: The 60th Anniversary was one of the best events that I have attended, and I have been living here for close to 60 years! Question: Do we have an estimated time of the Key Food renovations? Response: Based on management’s conversation with Key Food it is estimated that the work will be completed March 2024.
Question: Are you thinking about installing more orbital cameras on the apartment floors as well as the stairwells. This would assist with the theft of packages. Response: At this time due to the size of the complex the cost of cameras would be significant to cover what you are suggesting. Question: For people who just leave packages in the lobby, is there a way somebody from Public Safety as well as somebody in the base watching the cameras, could write down the truck, plate number and time.
Recommendation: I suggest that flyers go out and there is something in the bulletin and weekly information sheet reminding shareholders not to use draino when they experience slow drainage. There needs to be regular reminders on an ongoing basis regarding the issue of using draino and other chemicals. This should also be emphasized during orientation sessions.
Response: We can try that with a pilot program.
Response: We can facilitate that. A public service announcement (PSA) can go out every three months.
Response: No, what I stated was we will work on making sure those two certifications are a little closer together. The income survey and the parking certifications.
Question: My grandson was recently placed on my income survey. At the same time, I requested an application for a transfer and was told I have to wait one (1) year to get the application and be placed on the transfer waiting list. Is that correct? Response: For a new move-in you must wait at least one year. However, you have been here four (4) years therefore, you should receive the transfer application. Let me have your information and I will speak with the allocations department for them to contact you directly. Question: We are required to submit the income affidavit yearly. It is possible to do something like that for parking, recertify so that people would have to submit their registration and insurance every year? Response: Yes, management will speak with the parking department about pulling those renewals close together. Question: I live in building 19C, and we have been having repeated problems with the elevators. The odd elevator is the worst, it is always out. When I complained previously a board member told me it was the engine room and that is not true. What is going to be done about these elevators?
Question: Did I hear that you are considering doing a parking recertification for parking spaces that we are already paying for and signed a contract for. Did I hear that correctly?
Question: Why are we doing a parking recertification for a paying parking space? Response: We routinely update parking information because cars change as well as insurance carriers. Debate: Based on statement regarding lot 9A – it was stated that when the lot was modified for expansion and repaving, management failed to tell shareholders they would be reducing the spaces. Management asserts they did not reduce the spaces, and no one lost inches. Both sides indicated they have taken measurements of the spaces. Shareholder requests board take the issue up under new business. There needs to be a formal response to the shareholders in lot 9A because we did lose inches on our parking spaces. Question: Can we switch laundry companies and investigate laundry pay with your phones? Response: The board is looking into that. However, we are under contract with the current vendor. At this time while companies do have laundry pay and other services we may not quite be there for these services at this time.
Response: We have identified eleven elevators which have repeatedly had issues, 19C elevators are one of those identified. We have spoken with the elevator company and have advised them that their performance and repairs will dictate if their contract is renewed. We hope this type of pressure will lead to improvements.
Question: I live in building 1, and the porter needs to do a better job with maintaining the elevators. Sometimes it appears the elevators are not cleaned for weeks. This is building 1, B section, the odd elevator.
Question: Why can’t you just replace them? Response: That would be called a modification which is complex and takes a while to plan.
The issue was raised again regarding lot 9A. Question, if you performed an expansion of the parking lot, getting more spaces into the parking lot, then how did you not take inches away. Management response – I did not expand the parking lot.
Question: Many times, we are told particularly in the case of the elevators that they are waiting for a part. Is it possible that certain parts can be stored on-site?
There was no resolution to lot 9A. Rather a request for the Board to pull the resolution and investigate and make the findings known.
Response: Yes, there are certain parts that can be stored on-site.
No further questions: the cooperator’s session ended at 7:45PM.
Response: We will have that addressed.
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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - November 27, 2023
R42-23: Moved by: Keysha Beasley Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro WHEREAS, the December 2023 Board Meeting at Rochdale Village is scheduled for December 25, 2023, Christmas Day; and WHEREAS, this is a difficult time of the year for Cooperators and Board Members to attend the meeting and the December meeting has been cancelled for many years at Rochdale Village. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors cancels the December 2023 Board Meeting. FOR Keysha Beasley Talib Bey Nadine Browne Stacey Francis Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks Maryam Hubbard Felicia Perrin Jean Randolph-Castro Kamal Saleem Lisa Stark ABSENT Letisha Azizah Clifton Stanley-Diaz Jean Hall Twelve for, three absent; motion passes. R43-23: Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Maryam Hubbard WHEREAS, the contract for Snow Removal Services is up for renewal. A request for Proposal was sent to various companies in hopes of achieving competitive bids. WHERAS, bids were sought producing interest from three (3) companies; WHEREAS, only one (1) bid was received from the incumbent, All Counties Snow Removal, making them the lowest responsible bidder; and WHEREAS, All Counties Snow Removal, is fully familiar with the layout of the Rochdale Village Campus, having performed successfully in the past and are holding their prices to the same fees charged in previous years as outlined below:
Stacey Francis Khedda Hayden-Ryan ABSENT Letisha Azizah Clifton Stanley-Diaz Jean Hall Ten for, two abstentions, three absent; motion passes. R44-23: Moved by: Maryam Hubbard Seconded by: Keysha Beasley WHEREAS, Brook Barber & Spa has agreed to rent One Thousand Two hundred and Fifty (1,250) square feet in Mall 1 for five (5) years; WHEREAS, Brook Barber & Spa the terms of the lease are attached; and WHEREAS, Brook Barber & Spa, shall use and occupy the demised premises focusing on the Hairstyling, fingernails, facials, makeup and microblading including product line hair accessories and hair products for male and female with facial products and for no other purposes. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Brook Barber & Spa is approved by Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors. FOR Keysha Beasley Talib Bey Nadine Browne Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks Jean Randolph-Castro Lisa Stark ABSTAIN Stacey Francis Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Maryam Hubbard Felicia Perrin Kamal Saleem ABSENT Letisha Azizah Clifton Stanley-Diaz Jean Hall Seven for, five abstentions, three absent; motion passes.
R45-23: Moved by: Felicia Perrin Seconded by: Keysha Beasley WHEREAS, Utica Security Services has agreed to rent One Thousand Three Hundred fifty-Six (1,356) square feet in Mall one second floor for (5) years; and WHEREAS, Utica Security Services the terms of the lease are THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc attached Board of Directors accepts the proposal from All Counties Snow RemovWHEREAS, Utica Security Services, shall use and occupy the al Corp. at the hourly charges above, subject to approval from New York demised premises as a Security training school, provide security watch, State Homes & Community Renewal, to be funded from the operating guard and patrol services, audits, security gadgets such as tracking account. devices for homes/apartments, retail business and special event venues. They will also offer recertification programs for security guards and finFOR ger printing services and for no other purpose. Keysha Beasley Talib Bey THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Utica Security Services is Nadine Browne Yvette Joy Harris-Smith approved by the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors. Althea Hicks Maryam Hubbard Felicia Perrin Jean Randolph-Castro FOR Kamal Saleem Lisa Stark Keysha Beasley Nadine Browne Stacey Francis Yvette Joy Harris-Smith ABSTAIN Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks Payloader (8 yard bucket) $285 per hour Payloader (1 yard bucket) $220 per hour Dump truck w/plow & Spreader $120 per hour 40 Yard Dump Truck for Hauling $185 per hour Straight salt $97 per yard
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Felicia Perrin Jean Randolph-Castro Kamal Saleem Lisa Stark ABSTAIN Talib Bey Maryam Hubbard ABSENT Letisha Azizah Clifton Stanley-Diaz Jean Hall Ten for, two abstentions, three absent; motion passes. R46-23: TELEPHONE VOTE WHEREAS, Rochdale Village (“the Corporation”) makes monthly payments to Wells Fargo Bank N.A. on behalf of Freddie Mac (“the Lender”) that is used to fund all insurance coverages for the Corporation; WHEREAS, due to a 50% rise in insurance premiums from 2021 to present, there is now a $4,168,195.09 deficit (“the deficit”) in the insurance escrow that the lender is requiring the Corporation to satisfy; WHEREAS, the corporation will pay the deficit from the HCR reserve account; WHEREAS, future insurance escrow payments made from our operating account will be increased to an amount of $878,000 per month to avoid future insurance deficits from accruing in the future; and WHEREAS, an additional $73,166 will be added to the regular monthly payments of $195,133 to the HCR Reserve Account totaling $268,299, that will begin in February of 2024 for a twenty-four month period to repay the $1,756,197 of missed HCR reserve deposits. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves a payment of $4,168,195.09 to be funded from the HCR Reserve Account to cover the insurance escrow deficit. FOR Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Talib Bey Nadine Browne Clifton Stanley Diaz Stacey Francis Jean Hall Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks Felicia Perrin Jean Randolph-Castro Kamal Saleem ABSTAIN Maryam Hubbard NO VOTE Lisa Stark Thirteen for, one abstention, one no vote; telephone vote passed.
BOARD MEMBERS Althea Hicks Chairperson Jean Hall (Not Present) President Maryam Hubbard First Vice-President Kamal Saleem Second Vice-President & Assistant Treasurer Keysha Beasley Third Vice-President Khedda Hayden-Ryan Fourth Vice President Stacey Francis Secretary Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Assistant Secretary Felicia Perrin Treasurer Letisha Azizah (Not Present) Talib Bey Nadine Browne Clifton Stanley Diaz (Arrived at 8:39 P.M.) Jean Randolph-Castro Lisa Stark SUMMIT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC. Jay Williams General Manager Herbert Freedman (Not Present) Assistant General Manager Wilfred Rodriguez Assistant General Manager Lance Williams Director of Operations Robert Bernstein, Esq. Corporate Counsel William Young Controller Kelvin Pantaleon Director of Maintenance David George Assistant Director of Maintenance Adolph Osback Chief Public Safety Corey Jones (Not Present) Director of Power Plant Dean M. Roberts, Esq. Norris, McLaughlin Mario Petrie IT Systems Manager
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Cel ebrat i ng B irt hday s wit h t he S eni o r Cent er
On Friday, December 1, 2023, the Senior Center hosted their quarterly birthday party to celebrate the birthdays for the months of October, November, and December. The Birthday Boys and Girls came with friends and family, some ready to announce to all their ages proudly. They enjoyed good food, and had fun on the dance floor, too! It was a great way to start off the month. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
Senior Center New Year Party
The Senior Center hosted their 2024 countdown on Thursday, December 28, 2023 toasting to a happy and healthy year before the holiday. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
Holiday Pantry for Older Adults of Rochdale
The Rochdale Village Senior Center and Dr. Maria Hubbard of AGAPE hosted a holiday food pantry on Thursday, December 14, 2023. The event, in part sponsored by the NYC Department of Aging and New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, was set up in the Rochdale Village courtyard. Seniors, who had signed up prior to the day, lined up to have their pick of fruits and vegetables and other healthy items. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
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NOVEMBER 2023 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. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $33,219,155 Money Spent: $14,367,902 Projected Completion: September 2026 Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels in Apartments Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment. Status: In Progress: (3583 installed) Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $1,859,806 Projected Completion: January 2024 Project Name: Building Capacitors Description: Upgrade to improve quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level. Status: All capacitors were installed, and the specialized breakers are back ordered. Once received, we have 36 breakers remaining to install. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,210,325 Money Spent: $1,139,113 Projected Completion: January 2024 Project Name: Parking Lot Repair & Sidewalk/Curb Repair Architect Description: Repave, restripe, and add expansion parking lots 1, 2,4,5,9a/9b and Big Mall. Status: O&S submitted revised drawings after receiving the Board’s input.
Jay to create RFP for Parking Lot repair/ expansion. O&S created RFP for Sidewalk/Curb Repair HM-23AE pending approval. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $246,500.00 Money Spent: $50,132.00 Projected Completion: TBD 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: $957,600 Projected Completion: August 2024 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: $239,758 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 re-submitted, and we are awaiting FDNY approval. Sprinkler: Completed as of 2/7/2020 Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $815,000 Money Spent: $525,600 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Fire Alarm for 18 Bldgs. Description: Install fire alarms in building community rooms as required by FDNY.
Status: Eleven (11) rooms completed (#1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20) Bldg. #4 is completed and inspected by FDNY. Bldg. 15 filed at FDNY - Awaiting approval. Eight (8) bldgs. approved by management and sent to contractor for FDNY filing. Awaiting NYCFD approval.HM-23 pending at HCR. HM180 approved 10/23/19 Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $438,857 Money Spent: $338,194 Projected Completion: October 2023 Project Name: Public Assembly - PA’s Description: Certificate required for places where people gather for parties, meetings, etc. Status: This work is on track with the other renovations of the community rooms. Architect - DOB search for all 20 Bldgs. Architect will file when fire alarms are completed for all 16 social rooms and the 4 nurseries. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: TBD Money Spent: N/A Projected Completion: October 2023 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 replaced with 24’ x 24’ dropped ceilings. Status: Twelve (12) Bldgs. are completed: #1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20. Three (3) bldgs. remaining for 2023 & drawing pending at DOB for approval. #2, 7, 15. HM-23 pending at HCR & HM-180 approved. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $1,995,612 Money Spent: $1,138,460.09 Projected Completion: October 2023 Project Name: Sitewide Roofing Replacement/Repairs Consultant Description: Long-term contract for roof repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. Status: Consultant is William Davis. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $100,800 Money Spent: $95,653.52 Projected Completion: June 2023
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NOVEMBER 2023 Project Name: Sitewide Roofing Replacement/Repairs Contractor 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. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $8,277,850 Money Spent: $5,481,466 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Bulkhead Repairs 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. Status: Probes inspections are in progress in Group 4. 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. HM-23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $12,764,400 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: $730,159 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 design - signs awarded to ASG. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $288,683 Money Spent: $208,246 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. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $800,000 Money Spent: $323 Anticipated Re-start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available. Project Name: Elevators/Utilities/Demising Walls - Mall 1 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. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $750,000 Money Spent: $83,100 Projected Completion: N/A 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
PROJECTS COMPLETED Project Name: Maintenance Department Dump Truck Description: Purchase of a new Hino truck to handle bulk garbage and large deliveries. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $ 97,962.46
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NOVEMBER 2023 Money Spent: $ 97,962.46 Completion Date: Jan. 2023
Money Spent: $3,078,682 Completion Date: Oct. 2020
Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels PURCHASE Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $1,859,806 Completion Date: Oct. 2022
Project Name: Site Wide Camera Installation Description: New cameras throughout common areas and in all elevators. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $703,332 Money Spent: $703,332 Completion Date: Nov. 2021
Project Name: Main Federal Pacific Breaker Panel Description: Upgrade to im-prove quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,210,325 Money Spent: $1,139,133 Completion Date: Jan. 2022
Project Name: Test Underground Electric Feeders Description: Test lines to ensure proper electric distribution from Plant to buildings. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $516,244 Money Spent: $516,244 Completion Date: Nov. 2021
Project Name: Augers Description: Machinery to eliminate bulk garbage reducing larger items (such as furniture) to splinters. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $412,057.51 Money Spent: $412,057.51 Completion Date: Jan. 2022
Project Name: Elevator Door Lock System Description: Monitoring system to help keep elevator doors closed. Elevator cars will only be able to move when doors are properly closed. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,926,758 Money Spent: $1,926,758 Completion Date: Feb. 2020
Project Name: Interior Compactors Description: Indoor machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. All are being replaced (60 total). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $564,000 Money Spent: $564,000 Completion Date: July 2021 Project Name: Exterior Compactors Description: Next two to arrive on site in 6 weeks. Out-door machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. Replacing all (30 total) compactors site wide and the concrete pads. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $397,500 Money Spent: $397,500 Completion Date: Dec. 2021 Project Name: Isolation Valves Description: Replace valves which isolate dual temp risers per apartment line plus provide shut off at all convectors. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $3,078,682
Project Name: Mall 1 Atrium Roof Replacement Description: Roof System - Replacement of the shopping center roof (atrium section). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $278,953 Money Spent: $278,953 Completion Date: Jul. 2020 Project Name: Natural Gas Risers (Bldg. 15) Description: Emergency replacement of gas pipes in entire building. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $899,883 Money Spent: $899,883 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Cooling Tower Motor Description: Replace original motors with more energy efficient. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $58,335 Money Spent: $58,335 Completion Date: Jun. 2019
Project Name: Community Center HVAC Description: Upgrade heating and cooling system in Community Center. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $149,500 Money Spent: $149,500 Project Name: Pump Rooms Upgrade Description: Upgrade to domestic water distribution which delivers hot water to apartments from the Power Plant. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,146,473.86 Money Spent: $2,146,473.86 Completion Date: Aug. 2021 Project Name: Egress Stairs in Big Mall Description: Build wall which divides Crunch and Hibachi Grill spaces and supply utility connections for both new tenants. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $222,536 Money Spent: $222,536 Completion Date: Dec. 2021 Project Name: Big Mall Purge System Description: To be added to the installation of the fire alarm system throughout the Big Mall. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $275,000 Money Spent: $275,000 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Parking Lot Cameras Description: Added/Upgraded surveillance in parking lots. Status: Complete Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $86,400 Money Spent: $86,400 Completion Date: Nov. 2020 Project Name: Group Signs Description: Directional/informational signs for each group. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $80,000 Money Spent: $80,000 Completion Date: May 2020 Project Name: Pump House Roof (Power Plant) Description: Replace roof located at Power Plant pump house that is beyond
its useful life. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $20,400 Money Spent: $20,400 Completion Date: Mar. 2020 Project Name: Pipe Insulation Phase 2 Description: Insulation of pipes in crawl spaces. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $186,550 Money Spent: $186,550 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Building 5 Emergency Work Description: Renovations needed due to violations from DOB. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $131,943 Money Spent: $131,943 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Parking Lot #2 Description: Restriping/Reconfiguration to enlarge parking spaces. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $33,478 Money Spent: $33,478 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Pump Room Ceilings in Each Building Description: Pump Room Ceiling Asbestos Abatement and Re-Insulation Insulation. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $320,000 Money Spent: $320,000 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Satellite Dish Area Rehab Description: Make the place usable for party and rental. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $296,700 Money Spent: $296,700 Completion Date: Sept. 2022 Project Name: Purchase of (3) John Deere Tractors Description: Grounds Equipment. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $179,396 Money Spent: $179,396 Completion Date: Nov. 2022
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EARL ROB ERTS
Cooperator & Member of NYRR Rochdale Striders
SPOTLIGHT
COOPERATOR y name is Earl Roberts and I am one of three males that are involved with Rochdale Striders. It is a walk/run program that promotes health and exercise. We meet on Mondays at 9:00 a.m. at the Community Center. We walk around Rochdale and also at Central Park with the NY Road Runners. I would like to see more men become involved with this exercise program which has twenty plus senior women involved.
If you’re a shareholder of Rochdale Village and you’re making efforts to do something that helps your community, the Bulletin office wants to hear from you! Submit information about your efforts to the Bulletin by emailing mrichards@rochdalevillage.com with a brief write up about yourself and your program or event, and a picture. Please note that submissions will be added at the Bulletin office’s descretion.
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(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell)
N O R C C h r i stm a s Par ty
NORC gets merry and bright on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 for their Christmas Celebration.
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