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
Kamal Saleem
Assistant Treasurer
N/A
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
Cody Hamblin
Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Dr. Althea Hicks
Maryam Hubbard
Jean Randolph-Castro
Kamal Saleem
Lisa Stark
George Simon (State Representative)
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance
Jean Hall
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
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
Robert Bernstein
President’s Message
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by Jean Hall
Greetings Cooperators,
Here’s a summary of updates and highlights:
ELECTION COMMITTEE
The report from the election committee will be submitted this month. The board will vote on the election procedures, administrative schedule, hiring of the election committee and election incentive.
LEGIONNAIRES UPDATE
The board was briefed at the legal and management meeting by the power plant facility manager, Corey Jones. Testing is underway and the results should be received within two weeks before we determine the next steps.
COOLING TOWER
The board is concerned about the leak that took place last week with the cooling tower causing the air conditioning to be lowered. The board will be seeking a greater discussion with management on all capital projects, and I am requesting a copy of the IPNA that has been sent to the state for consideration.
LEASES
Looking forward to welcoming Auntie Anne’s Pretzels in the coming months.
CONVECTORS
It is anticipated the shipment we are waiting for will arrive within the next two weeks. Once received we can proceed with the restart of the convector installation.
SCOOTERS
Ms. Castro advised that this program was rejected by Community Board 12. Our concern is about the ability of these scooters just being left anywhere. A letter will be drafted by the board and sent to the Mayors’ office, Queens Borough President, Speaker’s office and Community Board 12.
FINANCES
The board will be meeting with management in August to discuss our finances and how we move forward. Our primary goal is to maintain affordability.
GENERAL COUNSEL.
The board has completed the interviews for general counsel and will decide on who will represent us as General counsel.
There are many moving parts that the board is working on. We will continue to work together to ensure that the cooperators’ best interests are represented.
Peace and Blessings to All!
The Rochdale Board of Directors will be hybrid on Monday, August 26, 2024 in person and zoom at 7:00 p.m.
President, Jean Hall
DEDICATED SERVICE TO ROCHDALE
It is bittersweet for Group 2 in July. Two of our greatest are bidding us farewell. Mr. James Briggs, Groundsmen, and Rupert Stevens, Building 7 Porter, retired from the Maintenance Department.
James Briggs dedicated 40 years of amazing service to the many positions he held. James is best known by “ the friendly and respectful groundsman in Group 2”. If you didn’t know him in that way you would certainly know him as the “Groundsman with the cart with the teddy bears” aka “Batman”. I have had the pleasure of knowing “James” since I was a young girl. I can remember my days of leaving out to JHS and he was greeting anyone leaving the group with his Southern charm “Good morning, alright have a blessed day”. If you live or even walk through Group 2, many would look for James bright and early, never late, always ahead of schedule. His pride showed in his work daily, whether it was rain, snow, sleet and sunny, unless he was on vacation you knew James was at work.
Rupert Stevens, Building 7 Porter, dedicated 15 amazing years to us. Rupert greeted you with a smile and always a “Good Morning, alrighttttttttt now!” Rupert took pride in his work and did not play about his floors! Rupert was the go to guy for training new employees the right way and made sure his team was on point! He not only was our porter, but he became family to many of us. While he was employed he became a friend, a voice of reason, and a listening ear to many of the shareholders in Bldg 7. Employees who go above and beyond should be celebrated when they decide to embark upon retirement.
Gentlemen, we say see you later for now, not goodbye!
Thank you for your many years of service to the Rochdale Village Community and much love from Group 2.
Sincerely, Ms. Keysha Beasley
Third Vice President, Board of Directors Maintenance Committee Chair
(l. to r.) Assistant General Manager Wilfred Rodriguez, General Manager Jay Williams, President Jean Hall, HR Director Dolores Benner, James Briggs, Rupert Stevens, Board Third Vice President Keysha Beasley, Board Fourth Vice President Khedda Hayden-Ryan, Board Director Jean Randolph-Castro.
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
Retiree: Rupert Stevens
Retiree: Jason Briggs
by Marion Scott Monthly Report - by Jay
Williams
General Manager’s Monthly Report for June 2024
PRELIMINARY BUDGETING REVEALS AN IMPEDING CARRYING CHARGE INCREASE
Carrying charge increase is not something anyone wants to hear. Furthermore, it is not anything that a manager wants to say to residents. While I do not like being the arbiter of bad news, preliminary budgeting analysis points to an increase for Rochdale in the very near future. During our group meetings we discussed shortfalls in collections and increases in expenses causing us to spend more than we collect. This type of imbalance and its causes are not just happening at Rochdale. The majority of Mitchell Lama cooperative communities are experiencing similar issues of varying severity.
The Good: We are current with our mortgage and have continued to provide maintenance, public safety, apartment restoration and other essential services to keep the corporation and the community of Rochdale going.
The Bad: The compounding effects of decreased revenue collection, unusually high insurance increases and material inflation have caused us to fall behind in our vendor payments.
The Solutions: We are working diligently to fill all empty commercial storefronts (6 vacant out of 49). But remember, that only accounts for approx. 7% of our income. We are also pushing our attorneys and limiting access to amenities like parking and community room rentals to collect outstanding monies owed. The outstanding monies (approx. $7 million) would help pay down our vendor balance and offset the impending increase. But keep in mind, it would not eliminate the need for an increase to cover future projected budgetary shortfalls. The other 93% of our income is from our carrying charges.
LEGIONNAIRES
Two residents in building 7 were reported to have contracted Legionnaires disease in the last 6 months. This has triggered the Department of Health (“DOH”) to require testing to be conducted in building 7’s hot water system. This includes the pump rooms on the ground floor where the domestic water is heated and samples of apartment fixtures (e.g. sink faucets, kitchen faucets and showerheads) throughout the building. The sampling is required to be performed by a 3rd party company specializing in pathogen testing. The first round of samples were taken from various apartments in building 7 on July 16th and 17th. We must wait approxi-
mately 2 weeks from the testing dates for the results.
Additional domestic heat valves and piping checklists were created and implemented campus wide after the domestic water legionnaires issue in building 6 in 2022. These measures should be enough to prevent any future legionnaires issues by ensuring that pipe temperatures do not drop below 113 degrees Fahrenheit. We will know for sure once the results of the testing are finalized.
Below are additional legionnaire FAQ and other facts from the DOH:
Is all of Rochdale in danger of Legionnaires’ disease?
- No, the only concern by the NYC Department of Health (“DOH”) is building 7 in Group 2.
2. Why only building 7 and is it confirmed?
- It is only for bldg. 7 because there were 2 cases reported between January and June of this year that were bldg. 7 residents. No, it is not confirmed. As a precaution the DOH needs to test some of our Domestic Water Risers in bldg. 7.
3. What is Legionnaires’ disease?
- Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia caused by bacteria. People who inhale water vapor (mist) that contains the bacteria can get sick. Water vapor can be warm or cool and can come from showers, faucets or cooling towers (units usually located on top of a building that cool the building). For more information, please visit nyc.gov/health/ legionnaires.
4. How dangerous is Legionnaires’ disease?
- The risk of getting sick from a building’s water system is very low, especially for healthy people. The most important thing you can do is to get medical attention right away if you start having symptoms such as fever, chills, muscle aches and cough. This is even more important if you are age 50 or older (especially if you smoke cigarettes), have chronic lung disease, have a weakened immune system or take medicines that weaken your immune system.
5. What does Rochdale Management currently do with domestic water and cooling towers to keep them bacteria free?
- The cooling tower water is treated daily with bio disinfectant and hypo allergenic chemicals by a 3rd party as required by DOH and our domestic water tanks are cleaned and disinfected yearly.
We have increased the amount of chemical treatment due to recent legionnaires “hit” that has already been abated.
6. What happens next?
- Bldg. 7 will undergo a testing regimen by the DOH that will let us know if any Legionnaires’ bacteria were found in bldg. 7 domestic water lines. Per the DOH the testing will take between 14 –20 days.
PROJECTS
The units for the convector project that were anticipated to arrive in June were delayed until July. These shipping issues continue to be a challenge when scheduling this project. Once the units have been accounted for and checked. The additional units will provide enough material to finish group 5 and (2) additional groups. A 30-day notification will be sent to the remaining apartments to complete the Group 5 installation. Group 2 will be next to receive the new units anticipated to start in September. Management will continue to report updates as we get closer to re-starting this project.
The façade project is moving more slowly than we would like. The board approved the contractor to conduct the necessary probe work (every 60ft. per elevation) per the FISP cycle 9 regulations. This process takes time but will help by giving us a clearer understanding of the total cost to complete the work. It will also ensure that every potentially dangerous brick condition is identified and made safe.
COMMERCIAL
Commercial revenue makes up approximately 5% of our overall income. That sounds like a small percentage but that 5% is equivalent to approximately $5.5 million annually. We budget with every dollar in mind and the commercial division is a part of that balance. Out of 49 storefront locations we have 6 vacancies. Below are a few commercial store updates:
WORK IN PROGRESS
• Yummy Garden (Chinese food) has closed the location in mall two in preparation for the reopening in (Mall one) They’re new projected opening has been pushed back due to gas filing issues.
• Brooks Barber & Spa (Barbershop and Spa) (Mall one) has started construction. They are projecting the grand opening for June 1, 2024 (Now open).
• Utica Security Services (Security
Guard Training) (Mall one) is in the buildout process. (Now open).
• Quest Diagnostics (Phlebotomy and Blood work) (Mall two) has selected a contractor to complete the buildout. The construction has been pushed back due to filing issues. Anticipated to be complete in Fall of 2024.
• JS Dining Inc., (Dominical Food and Breakfast) Lease has been approved, and they have started the preliminary construction work with a four-month buildout concession.
• Auntie Anne’s Pretzels (National Pretzel Chain) has been approved by the Board and is scheduled to open in the former pizza place in Mall 1 by January of 2025.
We are still working on bigger commercial vendors such as Starbucks and/ or Chipotle. We will update the community as we continue to rent our commercial spaces.
SHOOTING
INCIDENT AT THE NYC PARK
On Saturday, July 20th, there were shots fired in the NYC park adjacent to groups 1 and 5. Rochdale Village public safety and the 113th precinct responded and thankfully no one was injured. At the July board meeting some concerned shareholders had questions of concern that are justified given the nature of the event. For those that did not get a chance to attend I thought it would be a good idea to review some of their concerns.
Paid detail usage: Paid detail is still utilized at Rochdale Village during selected peak times throughout the week. We have experience similar overall response times from the 113th Precinct when paid detail is present and when they are not.
Public Safety omnipresence: This is an overall sense of presence in Rochdale by public safety dissuading potential wrongdoing by individuals on site. This is exemplified by using guard booths, foot patrols and vehicle patrols. These are done around the clock by our officers.
113th Patrols throughout Rochdale: NYPD base their patrol’s locations on crime statistics. Rochdale is not a “high crime” area statistically, so we are not a high priority on the list of places to patrol (see chart on page 6). We will engage the 113th Precinct to request an increase in patrol frequency over the next few weeks. For all safety issues, please contact public safety at 718-276-5700 ext. 3670 for assistance.
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Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
June 2024
The Public Safety department maintains 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage.
COMPLAINTS:
106 Loitering complaints of which 28 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiters were present)
125 Noise complaints of which 68 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be heard)
(trips/falls/other injuries)
Calls to Dispatch:
Calls Received for Assistance during the
Calls for cooperator escort’s
Calls aided sick / injury and elevator entrapments
FORCE
These verticals resulted in 43 violations being issued and 74 loiterers encountered during the vertical patrols. In addition, 10 tenant verifications were made.
Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis of various patrol reports.
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:
A Message From The Chief
Greetings Cooperators,
On July 24, 2024 at approximately 6:15 am members of the Queens Narcotics Division executed a search warrant in apartment 7C8E. This search warrant culminated a 3-month long investigation into narcotics sales and quality of life complaints associated with this location and several of its illegal occupants. Crack/ cocaine and drug paraphernalia were recovered from inside the apartment and (05) individuals were arrested. In addition to the criminal investigation, the legal department actively pursued a holdover case against this apartment and the NYC Marshal was onsite to perform the eviction at 11:22am. Needless to say the apartment was already vacant.
Thank you to all those who assisted throughout this process.
Adolph Osback Public Safety Chief
Controller’s Report - by
William Young
Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative
For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (Fiscal 2025)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2025 vs. Budget Summary of Key Performance Indicators for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Total Revenue for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 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 - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Total revenue decreased $(287,000) to $14,359,000 as compared to $14,647,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This increase is explained below:
Apartment revenue - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Apartment revenue was relatively inline with the FY 2025 Budget at $12,715,,000 as compared to $12,885,000 in the FY 2025 Budget.
Commercial rental revenue – For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Commercial rental revenue decreased $(29,000) to $946,000 as compared to $975,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. There are recent additions to the commercial revenue that is anticipated in FY2025 thatwere not anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget
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. Jays Restaurant (d/b/a) Unique Eats -Permanently Closed. (2a) JS Diner has signed a new lease and is in construction and it is estimated to begin paying rent in August 2024.
3. Brooks Barber Shop is scheduled to start paying in July 2024.
4. New Yummy Chinese Restaurant is scheduled to start paying rent July 2024.
Other Rental Revenue - Other rental revenue was relatively in-line with the FY 2025 Budget. The actual revenue was $319,000 as compared to $346,000 in the Budget. FYI - Approximately 85% of Other rental revenue is related to Parking revenue. Community Center Revenue - Community Center Revenue decreased $(28,000) to $75,000 as compared to $103,000 in the Budget. This decrease was related to less Revenue from Community Center Room rentals than was anticipated in the Budget.
Other Income (Other Income (accounts - Laundry, & Interest income) - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)other income decreased $(33,000) to $217,000 as compared to $250,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This decrease is due to the FY 2025 Budget being spread out evenly over the year and the actual income related to charges to cooperators for repairs and administrative fees etc. were lower than anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget.
Controller’s Report -
by William Young
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Administrative, Janitorial & Ground, Maintenance & Operating and Public Safety Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Administrative - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Administrative expenses were in-linewith the FY 2025 Budget. The actual expense was $1,125,000 as compared to $1,044,000 in the FY 2025 Budget.
Janitorial & Grounds - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025), Janitorial & Grounds expensesdecreased $(309,000) to $1,102,000 as compared to $1,411,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This decrease is related to (1) a decrease of (192,000) in Salaries because the FY 2025 Budget was at Full Staff and we are not at Full Staff and (2) lower than anticipated Ground Maintenance expenses.
Maintenance and Operating costs - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Maintenance and Operating costs decreased $(120,000) to $2,271,000 as compared to $2,151,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. Although overall Maintenance & operating costs decreased, there were several areas with significant fluctuations:
1. Repair Material, Tools & SuppliesFor the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Repair Material, Tools & Supplies increased $(275,000) to $571,000 as compared to $296,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. The decrease is due to Facade scaffolding that was not anticipated in the Budget.
2. Contracted Services - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)Contracted services expenses decreased $111,000 to $931,000 as compared to $1,043,000 in the Budget.
Public Safety - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025) Public Safety expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Power Plant (Fuel & Utilities), Water, Salaries and Other Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Power Plant - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025) These expenses increased $76,000 to $2,572,000 as compared to $2,495,000 in the FY 2025 Budget. This variance is explained below:
a. Fuel & Utilities - increased $166,000 as compared to the Budget The increase is due to usage and the impact of a broken meter when the Budget was prepared which distorted the projection, as well as, the seasonal(CONTINUED NEXT PAGE)
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Power Plant (Fuel & Utilities), Water, Salaries and Other Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
ity of the spread of the Budget which varies from the FY 2025 Actual.
b. Water & Sewer - Water & Sewer decreased (36,000) or (4.6%) to $759,000 as compared to $796,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to cooperators usage.
c. Salaries & Other - Salaries & Other expenses decreased $(52,000) due lower Equipment repair expenses that was anticipated in the Budget.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Insurance, Shelter Rent, Employee Benefits & Payroll Taxes Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Insurance Expense (Property, General Liability & Workers Compensation) - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025) Insurance expenses were increased $260,000 or 17.3% to $1,766,000 as compared to $1,506,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to the significant industry wide increases in General Liability and Works Compensation premiums.
Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) - For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024, Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) expenses decreased $(42,000) to $657,000 as compared to $700,000 in the Budget. In comparing the HCR Calculation to the NYC billing, it was noted that NYC is overbilling Rochdale by approximately $800,000 to $1,000,000 per year since FY 2020. The Company is in the process of Working with HCR and NYC to recover the over-billing.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Bad Debt, Inventory Usage and Community Center Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Bad Debt Expense - Bad Debt Expense - Bad Debt Expense $150,000 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.
Inventory Usage - The inventory usage account reflects an estimate of the year-end adjustment
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Bad Debt, Inventory Usage and Community Center Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
for the actual inventory taken at 3/31/25.
Community Center - The community center expense increased $25,000 to $108,000 as compared to $82,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to approximately $27,000 of Grant expenses that were not anticipated in the Budget.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Board, Election, Social Services, Bulletin and Committee Expenses for the Two Months Ended Months ended May 31, 2024 (FY 2025)
Note: For the Two Months Ended May 31, 2024, (1) Board and Committee Expenses were lower than anticipated in the FY 2025 Budget. The Budget was spread out evenly over the year. (2) Election Expenses will occur in October 2024 (3) the Bulletin expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget (4) Social services increase is related to the timing of the payment of the payment for June. The June payment was made at the end of May and the current system records the payment in the month the payment is cut. In June, the year-to date expense we be in-line with the Budget.
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
ROCHDALE URBAN GARDENER’S CLUB fish fry
Every year, the Rochdale Urban Gardeners (R.U.G.) host fish fry events to help support the garden’s needs. R.U.G. has held two fish fry events with another scheduled for the month of August. Delicious freshly fried fish and sides are sold to a line of eager customers. Come out to support them on August, 27, 2024 from 11:00am to 4:00pm in the garden.
MGM FOUNDATION & ANGELS OF THE SHIELD
ROCHDALE COOPERATOR AND S/P PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER WORKS TOGETHER TO RECOGNIZE STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
By Cynthia Bernadine
For almost 15 years, the MGM Foundation, a foundation created by community activist and Rochdale’s own Larry “Love” Moore, has been encouraging and rewarding local children who aspire to academic excellence. This incentive program was created by Mr. Moore as a way to acknowledge students’ hard work and to inspire young people to put forth their best effort each year.
Moore once again worked with Angels of the Shield, an organization started by Rochdale Village’s Special Patrol Officer Rosetta Love (CEO) and her son Derrick Love. Sharing in a cause to give back to the community, both organizations along with the help and contributions from various co-sponsors rewarded 6 students (5 with the highest end of year GPA and 1 most improved) from 5 different schools. Awardees from three schools each received bikes while awardees from two schools each received a $100 gift card. Angels of the Shield is made up of several individuals including Rochdale’s Public Safety Officers who Love states “plays a key role in the
donation and gifting of bicycles to well-deserving students in the community. Their hard work and sacrifices for the community as well as their financial and inkind donations are more than appreciated.”
Love and Moore would also like to thank all their members from both organizations: Derrick Love (President), Jacqueline Love (Vice President and Secretary) Lisa-Maria Washington (Chairperson and Treasurer), Rochdale Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, S/P John Finlator, S/P Nathaniel Aycock, S/P Bonnie Mason, Board Members Renee Huntly and Kim Love as well as Sponsors: Sterling Optical, Epic Pharmaceutical, Albright Medical Center, Sistah2Sistah, Nancy Grant and New York State Senator Leroy Comrie. Moore Stated that he had a dream of honoring children in the community for their work in and out of the classroom and he is proud that with the help of Angels of the Shield and his sponsors he can keep this dream alive.
If you would like to be a sponsor for this amazing youth incentive program, please contact Larry “Love” Moore at 917-770-2896.
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell).
S/P Rosetta Love, CEO - Angels of the Shield
Larry “Love” Moore, CEO - MGM Foundation
Poetry & Art Corner
A LEAF’S DREAM
By Byron Plummer
Twilight tracings within the shimmers, Night lights of an aurora glimmers, Pilots of lightning through skies of pivating Rain drops of Angels over the earths misery,
The chemistry of leaves, A remembrance of dreams, The new beginnings of living streams
Pools and parks on clouds in a high place, Where the unborn babys and kids play, Unicorns flying them to houses of care, Praying for there families that they never meared.
The mystery of leaves, An awakening of dreams, The new beginnings of living streams,
Hidden vallies in the sky, Where God shines through as a butterfly, Sudden allies within the dark, He the bearer holding the lantern of sparks,
The chilvary of leaves, The revenger of dreams, The new beginnings of old living streams.
FIREPLACE WORDS
By Anthony Blake
I remember so well
It was my Grandfather doing the tell I would sit in his lap
Listening to stories from the wise old man It was a story of a Woodsmen and an Ax The narration of fireplace wood
The fire and where it stood
The dialog of how wood makes the fireplace flame
Embracing hour by hour and minute by minute
My mind began to understand
It was the warmth from the fireplace, but the true love of my Grandfather’s heart
Yet he used to tell me many other stories
Interesting and intrigue
I remained quite it and let my Grandfather proceed Every given moment
Sooner not later, I would start to fall asleep
My Grandfather would kiss me on my forehead with my soul to keep
It was from lap to nap
My Grandfather would carry me to my bed It was good night and sleep tight
There were dreams of dancing through the night
My Grandfathers delight tale’s Legacy life of living, and remembering an old man.
SHARE YOUR VOICE
Submit your original poetry, spoken word, or artwork to be published in the Rochdale Village Bulletin! Send to mrichards@rochdalevillage.com
GRACE FOR THE JOURNEY
By Alanda I. Wasserman Edwards
One step at a time
As we tread through each path
Of life with uncertainty
The steps we take is not easy
But we must forgive ahead and press on
I hope can rest in a Savior who cares
And provide grace for our path
As we take each step in him
I learn He is a friend
A friend who stick closer than any brother
I learn so much about His grace
From life experience when I lost my mother
He was a comforter to me and Gave me peace and joy within
Carried me through that storm
And I lived to tell and encouraged others I am stronger for it now
And humbly can bow and stay
God give grace for the journey
Be encourage what encouragement
To know we smile again
And be able to help someone else along life’s pathway no matter
How deep the loses may be we can still make it through
Be encourage my friend
The lord will see you through God bless!!!
The Fourth of July is always an amazing time on the grounds. Cooperators come out and set up tents and tables, barbecuing and enjoying each other’s company. There’s plenty of food to go around, music from DJ TNT, games and face painting for the children, and at night, a projector to
(Photo Credit : Larry ‘Love’ Moore)
watch the Macy’s fireworks show and be in awe of the amazing lights. With the weather being bright and sunny, a nice change from the previous year, cooperators were able to enjoy the full day outside with no interruptions and they had a great time!
F ROM T HE O FFICE O F S PEAKER A DAMS
Dear Rochdale Village Neighbor:
On June 30, the Council voted to adopt the City’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget.
Throughout this year’s budget process, the Council and I remained focused on the needs of the communities we represent and what working families require to thrive in our city.
We also recognized our city’s fiscal realities, including the expiration of pandemic-era federal funding and anticipated budget gaps in the outyears.
Following the release in April of the Council’s Preliminary Budget Response, which laid out our own plan and priorities for the forthcoming fiscal year and identified $6.15 billion in available resources through FY 2025 that could be used to help reverse budget cuts, address underbudgeting in the Mayor’s Preliminary Budget, and strengthen the City’s fiscal foundation, we never stopped fighting to protect the essential services that New Yorkers rely on.
As a result, the FY 2025 budget restores and funds over $1 billion of the Council’s priorities following the Mayor’s Executive Budget, including funding for full library service, cultural institutions, schools and student support programs, and a comprehensive plan to fund and improve the City’s early childhood education system.
We also secured an additional $2 billion to create and save more affordable homes for residents and to support NYCHA devel-
opments.
In fact, the Council not only prevailed in restoring most of the harmful cuts originally proposed by the Mayor for FY 2025, but we also achieved historic baseline funding for many essential services, including CityFHEPS and our city’s cultural institutions and libraries. The Council also continues to directly fund the restoration, enhancement, and introduction of critical services and initiatives and capital projects that will better the lives of all New Yorkers.
My deepest thanks to everyone who fought alongside us to deliver a budget that better serves the residents of our great city.
As we move forward, we must shift from a focus on restoring to one of strengthening programs and services that we know New Yorkers need and deserve. As leaders of this city, it is our responsibility to chart that path forward – and we will.
You can read more about the hard-fought wins in the FY 2025 adopted budget by visiting https://council.nyc.gov/ press/2024/06/30/2639/.
Thank you and have a wonderful summer!
In service,
Adrienne E. Adams Speaker New York City Council
ROCHDALE VILLAGE PRESENTS
The Star Graduate Edition 2024
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iara s kyy M illiner
Ciara Milliner, a dedicated student from IS 250 (RFK) will embark on her next journey at Bayside HS for Sports Medicine. She has not only excelled in her studies but also has a passion for the arts, particularly painting and dance. With her diverse interests and commitment to excellence, Ciara is poised to make a significant impact in the field of sports medicine and beyond. Congratulations, Ciara, on your graduation!
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Gabrielle Simone Anderson is 11yrs old and recently graduated from PS 115Q, The James A. Ambrose Elementary School. She has a first degree black belt in Tai Kwon Do Gabrielle is the daughter of Warren & Barbara Anderson.
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MAINTENANCE
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CLASSIFIEDS
Key Responsibilities: Maintain inventory of tolls and equipment in your care, and ensure tools are in working order at all times; Remove and replace complete windows in apartments, as requested via requisition; Cut, assemble, measure or install metal frames and enclosures for glass panels in various areas and structures, including store fronts/lobby vestibules; Cut and remove old and broken glass before installing replacement glass; Drive trucks to work locations and unload tools and equipment and use suction cups to lift out glass panels from truck; Prepare for and complete scope of work, closely following job specifications, code requirements and safety standards; and Service and troubleshoot glazing panels and systems.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, and training through an apprenticeship or job; Certification through the National Glass Association (a plus); Knowledge of glass types and various materials required for glass repair and installation; The ability to use glazier hand tools and equipment to measure, cut, and shape various materials for repair or maintenance; The ability to apply re-glaze adhesives or putty to doors, glass areas and windowsills; Ability to work cooperatively with other trades; Good communication skills; and Current New York State Driver’s license.
Benefits: Local 32BJ, SEIU
Salary: $30.2153 Hourly. Full time position.
dooR Mechanic/ dooR insTalleR
This is a full-time position, 40 hours a week, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities: Experience in installation, maintenance and repair of doors and doorframes; Proficient in using hand and power tools, and taking measurements; Ability to work independently, and as part of a team; Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations; Perform routine preventative maintenance on common space doors; Experience in installation of doorknobs and locks; Ability to install door saddles; Experience in installation of panic bars.
Must have attention to detail and accuracy; Good communication skills; Knowledgeable in safety procedures and regulations; Physical ability to lift heavy objects, and work in different environments; Be receptive to on-the-job training.
Benefits: Union (Service Employees International Union, LOCAL
Salary: $31.0903 Hourly.
PUBLIC SAFETY
PuBlic safeTy officeRs
Key Responsibilities: Frequent patrol of building lobbies, stairwells and other assigned areas; Files accurate reports; and Follows proper protocol and procedures in the event of crime/accident/incident.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; Valid NYS Driver License; Current security license (preferred); current certificates (preferred), FDNY Certificate of Fitness (preferred); Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a security capacity, residential environment (preferred); Outstanding customer service; Proficient report writing; and Great communication skills.
Benefits: Medical and Pension Plan, Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave. Uniform allowance. Union (Special and Superior Officers Benevolent Association -- SSOBA)
Salary: $23 Hourly. Full time position.
VacaTion Relief
WoRkeRs
Key Responsibilities: Stripping, mopping and buffing of all lobby and hallway floors; Cleaning of all glass, metal and painted surfaces; Cleaning and deodorizing of stairwell floors and walls; Collection of garbage from lobbies; Cleaning of all elevator floors, walls and tracks; Cleaning office spaces, kitchens and bathrooms, including windows, removing garbage, dusting, and mopping; All bright work and high dusting; Replacement of blown bulbs; and Miscellaneous duties such as distributing and posting flyers on bulletin boards.
Benefits: (Service Employees International Union, LOCAL 32BJ)
Salary: $16.2062 Hourly. Potential for permanent employment.
seasonal gRounds
WoRkeR
This is a full-time position, temporary with a potential for permanent employment.
Key Responsibilities: Operating lawn mowers, hedges, and trimmers; Operating chemical spray ma- chines; Seasonal planting of flowers and pruning of trees; and Meticulous upkeep of grounds.
Qualifications: Valid New York State Driver’s License; Basic knowledge of hand tools use and some horticulture knowledge desirable; and Candidates must be physically fit to work outdoors in all weather.
Benefits: Union (Service Employees International Union, LOCAL 32BJ). Please submit your resume to monster. resumes.18@gmail.com.
Salary: $16.70 per hour.
PRoJecT cooRdinaToR
Project Coordinator responsibilities include working closely with the Project Manager to prepare comprehensive action plans, including resources, timeframes and budgets for projects. The Project Coordinator will perform various coordinating tasks (i.e., scheduling and risk management, along with administrative duties (i.e., maintaining project documentation and handling financial queries. The Project Coordinator will collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines. Ultimately, the Project Coordinator’s duties are to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget and meet high quality standards.
management; Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise; Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants; Work with the Project Manager to eliminate blockers; Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures; ssue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g., contracts and terms of agreement); Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports; Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests, and, Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role; Effective interpersonal and communication skills; Excellent time management skills; Project management skills and knowledge of project management best practices; Knowledge of project management principles; In-depth information about the project area; Influence and negotiation skills; Organizing for results, and Analytical skills.
Rochdale Village has excellent benefits for all employees, including major medical and hospitalization, dental, and vision, as well as a 401K and Flexible Spending Account. We are proud to offer a pleasant working environment and a friendly atmosphere.
For consideration, please submit your resume to monster.resumes.18@gmail. com, unless otherwise stated.
Qualifications: Valid NYS driver’s license, and have a clean driving record;
Qualifications: Knowledge of floor stripping supplies; Ability to operate floor care equipment: scrubbers, orbital buffers; Great communication skillswritten and verbal; and Must be reliable with availability on weekends and holidays.
Key Responsibilities: Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information; Divide projects into doable actions and set timeframes; Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives; Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management; Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve; Assist with preparation of budgets; Analyze risks and opportunities; Oversee project procurement
Please do not make any phone calls -only candidates that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Note: All employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus**
See what’s going on in and around our community... There’s a little something for everyone!
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!
Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: 7/12/24 7:00 p.m.
coMMuniTy cenTeR coMMiTTee
Location: Community Center Rm 11, 12, 13
Chairperson: Khedda Hayden-Ryan
PLANNED AGENDA:
1. Finalization for the Fall Festival
ANNOUNCEMENTS: N/A
Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: June/July Time: 7:00pm
Location: Community Center Rm 16
Chairperson: Keysha Beasley
PLANNED AGENDA
I. Shredfest Preparation
II. Open
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
» This year the committee decided to offer a different service to the Shareholders. In an effort to help shareholders to declutter spaces in their apartments, we decide to hold the very first electronic shredfest. To assist all shareholders an outside company was hired to visit each group for a 1/2hr to allow shareholders to bring down
DISCUSSION:
1. Confirmation of the date and time for registration is done. The registration will be conducted in room 11,12 and 13 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
2. Volunteers are to report on Saturday morning July 20th at 8:00 AM to prepare for the doors to open at 9:00 am.
3. Volunteers and Board members will be allowed to pick their spaces between the hours of 8:00 and 9:00 AM prior to opening. These spaces are to be used strictly by the Committee or Board mem-
bers and not by friends’ relatives or others.
4. Two color tickets will be used. Those who are registering for food will be given one color of ticket and another color for those who are selling anything else.
5. If a person wants to sell items in both areas (Food & Other Items) will receive two tickets and will have to wait for each individual ticket number to be called.
6. Committee members were reminded that during registration we are providing customer service.
7. All spaces left after registration day will be sold during the music
MainTenance coMMiTTee
items such as Computer monitors, cell phones, old telephones, printers, cd, dvd’s etc.
» The turnout was very well received and shareholders requested that we consider it for next year.
» Part I of the shredfest was successful with a participation rate of 376 shareholders participating.
» Part 2 Shredfest and electronics had a participation rate of 276 participants. We look forward to providing the services to the Rochdale community and we welcome shareholders to join the committee to help us find positive
ways to make our home comfortable for all
DISCUSSION
1. Extermination- the committee discussed the importance of scheduling appointment not only for your personal dwelling, but for your building and common areas. The importance of all shareholders assisting by calling the group office to report areas that require treatment. It is agreed that social media is a nice tool, however it has not taken the place of our employees. For recording purposes, Please continue to call your group office and advise of issues you may encounter.
festival on Sunday .
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• Community Center Music Festival, this event will be held every Sunday evening of August.
NEXT MEETING: August 1, 2024 @7pm Rm TBD
The committee meets every first Thursday of the month.
• OMNI pay will replace all MetroCard. OMNY takes Apple Pay, Google Pay and major debit/ credit cards.
• Deadline for Real ID which allows you to fly domestically, and access certain federal buildings is March 2025.
DISCUSSION:
• It was asked if the lobby camera could be reconnected to the Keri System intercom.
○ Will bring it to management for further consideration
• Committee members asked about the status of cameras in the stairwells.
○ Will bring to management for status or cost, etc. for cameras.
• Another member asked if there was a way to reduce the number of texts and emails from the alert system.
○ Members were given the bulletin’s number for assistance and to use Alert Preferences on the shareholder portal (Rochdalevillage.com).
UPCOMING EVENTS: N/A
NEXT MEETING: TBD
Meeting ended at: 8:00 p.m.
Attendance: N/A
Minutes submitted by: Stacey Francis
Chairperson, Khedda Hayden-Ryan.
Minutes submitted by: Keysha Beasley
Chairperson, Keysha Beasley.
Chairperson, Stacey Francis.
PuBlic safeTy coMMiTTee
OnJuly 11 2024, the Public Safety Committee held a special training class for information pertaining to preparing yourself for emergencies. This is one of many classes that was requested and as we move forward, we will also include other training classes. The training was done by NY Citizen Preparedness. They informed shareholders how to prepare for any kind of emergency fires, active shooter, and many more. They explained what to do and what not to do in case of an emergency. The audience interaction was wonderful. The trainers were so engaged they stayed after to answer any questions to make sure that our people were well informed and had answers to all their questions.
The training session was very well attended with over 150 people. Other important things to know include having an emergency kit for when you must shelter in place and an evacuation kit. At the end of the training class everyone who attended received a certificate of completion and a backpack full of items needed in case of emergency. But most importantly they stressed the need not to panic, think wisely and act smart. An educated shareholder will always be prepared for an emergency.
Monthly Meeting Minutes
Date: June 2024 Time: 7:00pm
Location: Virtual
Chairperson: Nadine Browne
PLANNED
youTh Planning coMMiTTee
ning with our Girls Scouts where the girls decorated Mother’s Day cards and crafts and enjoyed pizza.
● YPC Coed Basketball Clinic for ages 6 - 17 in partnership with RV Community Center’s Teen Connects program and through DYCD funding.
DISCUSSION
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A recap of the first quarter included:
● YPC Annual Easter Egg Hunt that distributed over 250 easter baskets, and hosted over 300 children who enjoyed the Easter bunny, field games, pony rides, petting zoo, photo booth, face painting, cotton candy , and the crowd favorite, the annual easter egg hunt.
● YPC Girls Mentoring program, mentees and mentors met most weeks and cover various youth development topics and attended trips
● Islanders Street Hockey Clinic
● A group trip to a Nets Game at Barclays
● YPC sponsored and spent an eve
Summer 2024: Africa Park Basketball Tournament
○ Tournament will run from Opening Day on June 15th - Championships on Aug. 18, 2024. It is anticipated that the number of participating teams will double this year. It will host 8 and under, 10 and under, 12 and under , 14 and under and expand to include 16 and under, and 12 and under and 14 girls divisions. Recruitment will take place for YPC All-Star teams.
Girls Basketball Clinic
○ Girls Basketball Clinic, a partnership between YPC, MiracleMindsett and BSE to host basketball clinics for girls ages 7 - 17 on June
12th, August 4th, August 18th. Clinic is open to all and will include training drills led by BSE staff and interns and present guest speakers.
Mentoring
○ YPC Girls Mentoring program that was held Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 will be on hiatus and a relaunch is pending capacity.
○ Meeting attendees, provided suggestions to partner with community organizations to bring structured and consistent high-quality mentoring for Rochdale youth.
Fall 2024 Planning
○ Back 2 School Giveaway (August)
○ Halloween Event (October)
○ Meeting attendees suggested fun zones, and a friendly reminder to parents to keep watch of their children as they have fun.
○ Holiday Event (December) Open
○ Partnerships with community organizations
○ Create connections with surround-
ing community
○ Possible future programming; financial literacy piggy banks
UPCOMING EVENTS
● Africa Park Tournament
o All-Star Games Sun. August 4, 2024
o Championships - Sun. August 18
● Girls Basketball Clinic, Sun. August 4, and 18, 2024
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, August 22, 2024
Meeting ended: Approx. 8:30pm Attendance: n/a
Minutes submitted by: Nadine T Browne, Chair
Chairperson, Khedda Hayden-Ryan.
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell / Public Safety Committee).
Chairperson, Nadine Browne.
synoPsis of cooPeRaToR’s session
- for June 24, 2024 board meeting
Chairperson, Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session at 7:05 PM.
Question: Is there any data regarding the diversity in Rochdale Village? Has anyone done any research about diversity in Rochdale Village?
Response: There has not been a formal study or research done regarding diversity in Rochdale Village.
Question: What types of research does the board do in carrying out their duties?
Response: It depends on what the subject matter may be. Individual board members may conduct research using data from online sources such as the NY Attorney General’s Office, Department of State Corporation & Business Entity Search database, NY State Business Corporation Law, and Management memos from HCR. The board may also direct its professionals to gather information from city, state or federal agencies.
Question: What type of energy is the primary energy used in Rochdale’s power plant and does this energy become other types? If so, what types?
Response: The primary source of energy is natural gas. Our service provider is National Grid. Natural gas comes from the earth. It is piped to Rochdale Village as well as the rest of the city. It will produce electrical energy.
Question: Do you have anything that deals with water, water energy?
Response: No
Question: Is there nuclear or anything in the power plant.
Response: No there is not.
Question: What type of leadership skills do board members have or are supposed to have in order to do their jobs?
Response: The requirements to be a board member as set by the by-laws are that you are the shareholder and current in your carrying charges. HCR provides mandatory on-line training for all board members. Any additional training may be identified by the board and will require fees to be paid for such training.
Question: Does the board follow cooperative principles as outlined in the original Rochdale Cooperative in Rochdale, England?
Response: No response provided.
Statement: The laundry room card machine in building 14 is out of cards so I am unable to wash my clothes. In addition, there were no cards available for purchase in building 13, 15 and 16. I now wash my clothes outside of Rochdale Village and would encourage others to do the same.
Allegation: The maintenance worker was making unnecessary raucous with his leaf blower while the person was in the Hip cleaners This was raised as noise pollution.
Allegation: Allegation of electioneering and assault.
Response: Reports of electioneering should be reported to the entity that handles elections. Any report of assault should be reported to the police.
Question from House Congress President Eugene Evans: Questions regarding the containers in the big mall, who owns them, what is in them and is it harmful? How long will the containers be there?
Response: The containers house the new convectors; these are Rochdale Village containers housing our supplies. The contractor is paying for the containers.
Question: Why isn’t the contractor storing these containers in his own space instead of using our property?
Response: The number of convectors, i.e. 20, 000 – trying to find another area to store them would create an extra expense that would eventually roll over to cooperators.
Question: Can we move them to 137th avenue and improve the appearance of the big mall?
Response: At this time 137th avenue is not a viable option.
Question: How are maintenance tickets handled when work is required in a cooperator’s unit?
Response: For example, if there is a report of a leak, a damage report is written, assessment is made, a work order issued – depending on what needs to be done an appointment is made. The contractor we are currently using is Genysis. Work continues in phases until all steps are completed.
Question: When the work is completed how is it paid?
Response: The contractor bills us, and the monies are paid from the operations account.
Question: What is the pricing?
Response: It depends on the size and amount of damage. We review the billing to make sure it is in accordance with the work performed. We have a contract with the vendor and the prices have been determined and are billed in accordance with that contract.
Question: The ADA door by Rite Aid side of Mall 1 is not working when will it be fixed?
Response: We will take the necessary action to make sure the door is operational.
Question: My elevator was not working; I called public safety for assistance and was told it is not their responsibility to assist me in getting down the stairs and they directed me to call EMS – is that the correct protocol?
Response: There are restrictions such as a person in a motorized wheelchair, or someone who exceeds the weight capacity, if you do not fall in either of those categories’ assistance should have been provided. The Chief indicated he would investigate this case further.
No further questions, the cooperators session ended at 7:40PM.
Rochdale Village BoaRd of diRecToRs MeeTing
Resolutions - June 24, 2024
R21-24: TELEPHONE VOTE
WHEREAS, Rochdale Village is in the midst of performing probes and other work related to Local Law 11 Cycle 9 (“LL11”) compliance;
WHEREAS, additional fencing and sidewalk bridging are now necessary around the perimeter of Building 3 per order from the Department of Buildings; and
WHEREAS, the scope of work shall include obtaining permits and plans required by the Department of Buildings, installation and removal of 1157 linear feet (“lft”) of code compliant sidewalk bridging and installation and removal of 614 linear feet of fencing along Building 3 to create a controlled size zone (50% of the building height) totaling $92,883.50.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves a payment of $92,883.50 to be funded from the Operating Account for installation and removal of sidewalk bridging and fencing.
FOR
Letisha Azizah
Talib Bey
Clifton Stanley Diaz
Jean Hall
Maryam Hubbard
Kamal Saleem
ABSTAIN
Cody Hamblin
Keysha Beasley
Nadine Browne
Stacey Francis
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Jean Randolph-Castro
Lisa Stark
Althea Hicks
UNABLE TO BE REACHED
Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Twelve for, two abstentions and on unable to be reached; Telephone vote passed.
BOARD MEMBERS
Althea Hicks
Chairperson
Jean Hall
President
Maryam Hubbard
First Vice-President
Kamal Saleem
Second Vice-President & Treasurer
Keysha Beasley
Third Vice-President
Khedda Hayden-Ryan
Fourth Vice President
Stacey Francis
Secretary
Yvette Joy Harris-Smith (Not Present)
Assistant Secretary
Letisha Azizah
Talib Bey
Nadine Browne
Clifton Stanley Diaz
Cody Hamblin
Jean Randolph-Castro
Lisa Stark
SUMMIT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC.
Jay Williams
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
Adolph Osback
Chief Public Safety
Corey Jones (Not Present)
Director Of Power Plant
George Simon (Not Present)
Housing And Community Renewal Specialist
David George
Assistant Director Of Maintenance
Dean M. Roberts, Esq.
Norris, Mclaughlin
Junior Medina
It Systems
Leacroft Gordon (Not Present)
Director - Commercial Services
Eugene Evans (Not Present)
President - House Congress
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6. National Bird of the United States
8. City in which the Declaration of Independence was signed.
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11. American President who was born
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12. Nickname for the American flag, stars and ____
13. Fight for American independence : The ____ War.
15. Famous signer of the Declaration of Independence: John _____.
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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: $20,136,652
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 2025
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,
JULY 2024
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 resubmitted, 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. HM-180 approved 10/23/19
Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $438,857
Money Spent: $338,194
Projected Completion: TBD
Project Name: Public AssemblyPA’s
Description: Certificate required for places where people gather for parties, meetings, etc.
Status: This work is on track with the other renovations of the community rooms. Architect - DOB search for all 20 Bldgs. Architect will file when fire alarms 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. HM-23 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 re-bid and done later.
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 bldgs. #11, 13-16 / Four (4) Bldgs. are completed: #58. 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
JULY 2024
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.
Funding Source: Wells Fargo
Contract Amount: $800,000
Money Spent: $323
Anticipated Re-start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available.
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
RIBBON CUTTING FOR BRAND NEW JEWEL CAFE
On Monday, July 22, 2024 at 11:30 a.m it was finally time to unveil the brand new Senior Center lunch room renovation project, which was initiated and spearheaded by Board President Jean Hall. The lunch room, affectionally known as the Jewel Cafe, received a makeover which included a more inclusive open space for seniors to gather and eat. Hall, also the Senior Citizens Committee chair, along with RVSS President/Board Director Talib Bey and Board Director Jean Randolph-Castro came by to help Senior Center Director Sheree
and
Shivers
Recreation Coordinator Evelyn Wilson cut the ribbon. The Seniors then celebrated with an apple cider toast.
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell).
Youth Connects
Sports Programs
HOSTS END OF PROGRAM AWARDS CEREMONY
The Youth Connects Sports Programs are free youth programs that children from ages 6 to 17 can sign up for. This year, the program featured flag football, cheerleading, basketball, and soccer and was coordinated by the Rochdale Village Community Center & Youth Planning Committee, Black Spectrum Theatre Co., Inc. & Rosedale Jets and funded by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development. At the end of the program, the children were recognized for their accomplishments with an awards ceremony held in the Grand Ballroom on June 26, 2024, receiving certificates, trophies, and a bag. It was the perfect way to end this session of Youth Connects.
