THE COOPERATORS’ NEWSPAPER
Vol. 60 No. 11
November 2023
SERVING OVER 25,000 COOPERATORS IN THE WORLD’S SECOND LARGEST HOUSING COOPERATIVE
(Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography).
CHEERS TO
60
YEARS!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROCHDALE VILLAGE!
STORY ON PAGE 15 | PICTURES ON PAGES 16 TO 19
President’s Message - Pg. 2 | Veteran’s Day Dinner - Pg. 3 | General Manager’s Report - Pg. 4 | 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 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
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President’s Message
- by Jean Hall
GIVING THANKS! As I pen this message on the day before Thanksgiving I am filled with a spirit of gladness and thanksgiving. As you celebrate the holiday season remember to make memories filled with laughter and love. On November 11, 2023, we celebrated 60 years of affordable housing. Rochdale Village truly shined bright like a diamond! Our Diamond and Ice Gala not only celebrated community but gave all those in attendance a transformed ballroom that even the pictures have a hard time capturing the moment. The Board of Directors in conjunction with Elmhurst Electric sponsored a Turkey Giveaway which was spearheaded by First Vice President Maryam Hubbard. A warm thanks of appreciation goes out to
Andre Cole and his team for blessing this community with the turkeys! Our Senior Center also sponsored a turkey giveaway (courtesy of Ideal and Key Food supermarkets) and had a mobile unit which provided testing and screening for hearing. The staff of the senior center works tirelessly each and every day to address your needs. I encourage everyone to say thank you with a smile to them as you see them during this holiday season. Each shareholder can make a positive impact on our community. Therefore, I support your involvement and participation in events and meetings and encourage you to join a board committee. Your active role only serves to improve our community. Let’s begin to focus on what is right and recommendations for improvements rather than divisive tactics that are meant to separate and divide. We should embrace
President, Jean Hall
our differences and diversity, finding lanes of commonality as we move our community forward. Be thankful!
COMMUNICATING WITH SHAREHOLDERS To strengthen our communication with shareholders the board will begin to host group meetings in 2024. We are also considering conducting workshops for shareholders on various topics of interest. We welcome your input as we plan. Feel free to send your thoughts and ideas to jhall@ rochdalevillage.com.
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SALUTING OU R
VETERANS
Community Center Committee Chair, Khedda Hayden-Ryan addresses attendees.
On Friday, November 17, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the Community Center Committee, spear-headed by Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan, held a dinner to celebrate our Veterans. Attendees gathered in the Community Center room 11, 12, 13 to take the time to honor the sacrifices made by those who served. Veterans of Rochdale Village, we appreciate your service! Happy Veterans Day!
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Cooling Tower #1
Monthly Report
- by Jay Marion Williams Scott
General Manager’s Monthly Report for November 2023 BOARD, MANAGEMENT COMMUNITY COMPLEX INTERLOCK
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Senior Citizen Committee – Dedicated to senior focused programming and information in Rochdale Village. Youth Planning Committee – Dedicated to youth focused programming and information in Rochdale Village.
of maintenance and repair items that can only be addressed during the shoulder season which take place twice a year.
Rochdale has the opportunity to forge a more synergetic and fruitful relationship and create a mindset that unites the goals of the aforementioned groups. This could also help repair any real or imagined negativity and create a more harmonious outcome. We must continue to foster community and the cooperative spirit that makes cooperatives unique. Our objective must be to communicate effectively, beyond merely enumerating problems but working together to find solutions. For those who have thus far not been involved, we encourage you to get involved or to login and observe the cooperative process via Zoom. Rochdale has a vibrant population comprised of people with an abundance of Committees to join: ◊ Public Safety Committee – Dedicated to discuss- skills, talents, resources and ideas which can be, ing issues and solutions regarding public safety in and should be, used to enhance the quality of life for us all. Rochdale Village. ◊ Budget and Finance Committee – Dedicated to discussing Rochdale’s budget and the budgeting HOW THE POWER PLANT process. ◊ Commercial Services Committee – Dedicated to SEASONAL CHANGE WORKS discussing commercial services and issues in RoThe Rochdale Village Power Plant is a 365 Day 7 chdale Village. ◊ Community Center Committee – Dedicated to Day a week islanded facility requiring a multitude planning and executing community events in Rochdale Village. ◊ Community Relations Committee – Dedicated to outreach/events with organizations locally and within the greater NY area. ◊ Environmental, Parks, Recreation and Parking Committee – Dedicated to discussing issues and solutions regarding environmental sustainability, parks and parking issues in Rochdale Village. ◊ Media and Information Technology Committee – Dedicated to discussing and implementing new technology solutions within Rochdale Village. ◊ Maintenance Committee – Dedicated to discussing issues and solutions regarding maintenance in Rochdale Village. ◊ Orientation Committee – Dedicated to orientating new shareholders on the rules and policies in Rochdale Village.
(Depending on weather conditions.) The fall shoulder is in preparation for heating the facility during the winter months.
Rochdale Village is made up of various entities which all play a crucial part in maintaining and upgrading the standard of living throughout the community. Our cooperators pay their monthly carrying charges which fund the operation of the development and cast their votes annually to elect members of our Board of Directors. There are various committees that meet and discuss problems and solutions pertaining to their area of concentration. The Board of Directors provide oversight and direction for Rochdale in its entirety. The management team, which is responsible for the day-to-day operations, carry out the directives of the Board while giving guidance as the onsite professional when necessary.
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Fall Shoulder Season Process: Takes place from Mid-September to Early- October.
The process normally takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks depending on the severity of the required maintenance, parts delivery, or unforeseen problems that are discovered during the maintenance intervals. Summer Shoulder Season Process: Takes Place Late-May to Late- June. (Depending on weather conditions.) The Summer shoulder is in preparation for Air Conditioning for the facility during the summer months. The process normally takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks depending on the severity of the required maintenance, parts delivery, or unforeseen problems that are discovered during the maintenance intervals.
There will be no meeting for the Board of Directors in December. Be safe and enjoy the holiday season!
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FOOD RESOURCES PANTRIES
Tuesdays from 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Christ Church International Joseph’s House Contact: Constance Weeks Phone: (516) 860-4432 122-20 Merrill Street Jamaica, NY 11434 (2nd and 4th) Saturdays from 10:00AM - 12:00PM
WOSSEM Charities Contact: Toyin Gbemi Phone: (718) 689-4784 108-02 Sutphin Blvd Jamaica, NY 11435 Saturdays from 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Greater Springfield Community Church Contact: Leah Gibson Phone: (718) 791-1790 177-06 129th Avenue Jamaica, NY 11434 Saturdays from 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Our Lady of Light Food Pantry Contact: Junie Hopkinson Phone: (718) 528-1220 118-22 Riverton Street St. Albans, NY 11412 Wednesdays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM
One Way Church of Christ Contact: Virginia Tucker Phone: (516) 841-8283 216-11 Merrick Blvd Springfield Gardens, NY 11413 Saturdays from 10:00AM - 1:00PM
First Church of God in Christ Contact: Rev. Armstead Phone: (347) 569-1458 | (718) 925-5198 | (718) 712-4831 187-10 Baisley Blvd St. Albans, NY 11412 Wednesdays from 12:00PM - 3:00PM Thursdays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Queens Faith Temple Outreach Center Contact: Joan Thomas Phone: (917) 603-9295 217-03 Merrick Blvd Springfield Gardens, NY 11413 Sundays 2:00PM - 4:00PM Project Hope Charities Contact: Joel Edward Phone: (718) 529-0005 170-20 140th Avenue Jamaica, NY 11434 Fridays from 4PM - 6PM Winner’s Chapel Inc. Contact: Judy | Bishop Peter Kpopharo Phone: (347) 998-1531 | (718) 344-0156 153-56 Rockaway Blvd Jamaica, NY 11434 Saturdays from 12:00PM - 02:00PM St. Clement Pope RC Church Contact: Joanne Rochon Phone: (718) 529-0273 141-11 123rd Avenue Jamaica, NY 11436 (1st and 3rd) Thursdays from 4:00PM - 5:00PM Brooks Memorial UMC Contact: Sharon Goodwin Phone: (718) 658-8822 143-22 109th Avenue Jamaica, NY 11435 Thursdays from 11:00AM - 2:00PM Blanche Memorial Church Contact: Stella Hill Phone: (718) 658-2458 109-74 Sutphin Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11435
St. Alban’s Baptist Church Contact: Brother Hall Phone: (917) 414-3953 196-20 119th Avenue St. Albans, NY 11412 (1st and 3rd) Saturdays from 10:00AM - 12:00PM Moriah City Community Food Pantry Contact: Robbin Kelly Phone: (516) 707-3693 206-14 Linden Blvd Cambria Heights, NY 11411 Friday from 3:00PM - 5:00PM The Harding Ford Vision, Inc. Contact: Laneda Mondesir Phone: (347) 661-7382 157-22 Tuskegee Airmen Way Jamaica, NY 11433 Wednesdays from 10:00AM - 12:00PM Saturdays from 2:00PM - 4:00PM In The Beginning Outreach, Inc. Contact: Darlene Joiner Phone: (516) 303-5202 189-13 Liberty Ave St. Albans, NY 11412 Wednesdays from 12:30PM - 2:30 PM St. Theresa of Avila Community Service Contact: Lola Williams | Douglas Phone: (718) 529-3587 109-24 130th Street South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Mondays from 9:00AM - 11:00AM Thursdays from 9:00AM - 11:00AM Leviticus Church Contact: Amanda Gaston
Phone: (718) 322-1095 114-12 Van Wyck Expressway South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Wednesdays from 1:00PM - 2:00PM Saturdays from 12:00PM - 1:00PM Deliverance Temple Church Contact: Rev. Rita Speller Phone: (718) 529-1108 134-10 Rockaway Boulevard South Ozone Park, NY 11420 Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00AM 12:00PM ICNA Relief USA Contact: Isaac Alpar Phone: (718) 658-7028 87-91 144th Street Jamaica, NY 11435 Thursdays from 11:00AM - 1:00PM Morris Brown AME Church Phone: (646) 725-3106 | (718) 322-7596 | (347) 224-3988 145-03 Rockaway Blvd Jamaica, NY 11436 Tuesdays 10:00AM - 11:00AM (A - L last names) Wednesdays 10:00AM - 11:00AM (M -Z names) ID Required. Bethel Gospel Tabernacle Church Contact: Currin Wilson 110-25 Guy R Brewer Blvd Jamaica, NY 11433 Wednedasy 930 1130 Allen Outreach Ministry Feeding Program Contact: Marjorie Sanders | Alice McCoy Phone: (718) 526-3510 111-54 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11433 Mondays from 3:00PM - 5:00PM Thursdays from 10:00AM - 12:00PM (Seniors) Thursdays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM (Gen. Public)
SOUP KITCHENS Bethel Gospel Tabernacle Church Contact: Currin Wilson 110-25 Guy R Brewer Blvd Jamaica, NY 11433 Tuesdays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM Fridays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM
The Rose Kitchen Contact: Andrea Green Phone: (347) 472-0186 104-19 165th Street Jamaica, NY 11433 Thursdays from 12:00PM - 2:00PM (every other week)
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Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
October 2023 The Public Safety department maintain 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage. Filtering Calls to Dispatch: The statistical data for the month of October 2023 is outlined below:
1229
COMPLAINTS:
Cooperator Escort Service
107
Loitering complaints of which 42 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiters were present)
232 96
05
Violations Issued
2
illegal move in/out
$400
04
Related Arrest Incidents
6
disorderly conduct
$250
00
C-Summons (issued in lieu of arrest for minor offenses) 6
loitering
$200
00
Fire Incident
4
improper storage $100
100
Total Incidents for month by Investigative Unit
4
negligence
$200
9
noise complaint
$175
4
harboring a pet $300
7
failure to comply
$100
defecating in public
$350
hanging objects from terrace
$300
health hazard (Foul odor)
$200
Total Calls Received for Assistance during the month.
Calls for cooperator escort’s Calls aided sick / injury and elevator entrapments
Violations Cost per Violation Issued Noise complaints of which 94 were marked as unfounded 1 walking dog in premises/not (officers responded but no noise could be heard) curbing dog $300 INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: 4 smoking in unauthorized areas $200 08 Risk Management Incidents (trips/falls/other injuries) 1 criminal activity $750 83 Investigative Incidents (criminal matters, cooperator 9 illegal sublet/occupant $400 violations etc.) 147
TASK FORCE UNIT: 228
Directed & Routine Verticals
These verticals resulted in (0) arrests (0) C-Summonses issued (24) violations, and encountered (77) loiterers during routine & directed 2 patrols. 1 Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot 1 spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis of various 1 patrol reports. 4,643
building verticals, ground floor inspections and parking lot checks were conducted in the month.
381 5,024
directed verticals were conducted in the month. total post inspections conducted in the month.
Littering $200
1
riding bike on property
2
theft of property $300
65
Total
$50
$15,675
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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:
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Controller’s Report - by William Young Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023 (FISCAL 2024)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2023 and FY 2024 vs. Budget
For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Controllable Income before Interest, Depreciation, Amortization, and Income taxes decreased $(392,000) to $4,439,000 as compared to $4,832,000 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 Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Total revenue increased $478,000 to $44,090,000 as compared to $43,611,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. Apartment revenue - For the Six Months
(DRAFT – PRIOR TO ANNUAL AUDIT & YEAR-END ANALYSIS)
Ended September 30, 2023, Apartment revenue was relatively in-line with the FY 2024 Budget at $37,812,000 as compared to $38,077,000 in the FY 2024 Budget.
Commercial rental revenue - For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Commercial rental revenue decreased $(171,000) to $2,732,000 as compared to $2,904,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The decrease in revenue is due to vacancies higher than the Budget, less commercial locations leased, and the seasonality of actual revenue as compared to the FY 2024 Budget which was spread out evenly over 12 months. Other Income For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, other income increased $985,000 to $2,056,000 as compared to $1,070,000 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 Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, total expenses before Interest, Depreciation and Unusual Items increased $871,000 to $39,650,000 as compared to $38,779,000 in the Budget. The significant variances are explained in the following expense categories: Administrative - For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Administrative expenses increased $73,000 to $3,158,000 as compared to $3,084,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is principally due to: An increase in Office expenses related to the purchase of $81,000 of income affidavit forms, $17,000 for the purchase of medical supplies for the cabinets in the Groups and the management office and an increase in purchases of office supplies for other departments. Janitorial & Grounds costs For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Janitorial and Grounds expenses decreased $(260,000) to $3,630,000 as compared to
$3,891,000 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 and less landscaping labor seasonal expense. Maintenance and operating costs For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Maintenance and Operating costs increased $987,000 to $7,328,000 as compared to $6,340,000 in the FY 2024 Budget This increase is related to the following: Repair Material, Tools & Supplies For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Repair Material, Tools & Supplies increased $817,000 to $1,783,000 as compared to $966,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The increase is principally due to an increase in the purchase of carpentry supplies and the continued increase in prices related to inflation. It should be noted that this account has a number of mis-postings and is currently being analyzed and will be adjusted in October. The initial analysis resulted in a # of expenses that can be capitalized in ac-
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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 cordance with GAAP. This will be quantified are recorded in October. Contracted Services – For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Contracted services category of Maintenance expenses increased approximately $249,000 to $3,384,000 as compared to $3,135,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to the increase in vacancies that required complete renovation and even though we reflected increases in pricing for supplies in our Budget, these prices continue to increase. Public Safety For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Public Safety expenses were in-line with the FY 2024 Budget at $3,033,000 as compared to $3,040,000 in the Budget. Power Plant For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Total Power Plant expenses were relatively inline with the Budget at $9,039,000 as compared to $8,918,000 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 Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Fuel expenses increased $362,000 to $3,450,000 as compared to $3,088,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The reason for this increase is due to increased usage: offset, in part, by lower costs related to National Grid and Engie (our Natural Gas supplier). Another factor that impacts the variance is the seasonality of the Budget being spread out based upon the %s from the prior year. If those %s are different in FY 2024, that will create a variance. NOTE: The FY 2024 RISK of variances from the Budget will be the usage by cooperators,
The Rochdale Village Bulletin commercial malls and the Power Plant. If usage remains constant Natural Gas expenses will remain constant. b. Water & Sewer - For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Water and Sewer expenses increased $94,000 to $3,298,000 as compared to $3,204,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is due to the usage by cooperators and 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. c. Salaries & Other Power Plant Expenses - For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, – Salaries & other expenses decreased $(337,000) to $2,289,000 as compared to $2,626,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This decrease is principally related to the Budget reflecting a full staff and there was approximately $(167,000) less overtime than anticipated in the FY 2024 Budget. Insurance Expense For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Insurance expenses increased $526,000 to $4,829,000 as compared to $4,303,000 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 (effective 11/8/23 reflects an approximately 9% increase which will further increase the unfavorable variance to the FY 2024 Budget. This increase in the Insurance expense has created an insurance escrow deficit which will be covered
As described under Insurance Deficit under OTHER SIGNIFICANT INFORMATION. Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Real estate tax (Shelter rent) expenses decreased $(243,000) to $1,808,000 as compared to $2,052,000 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. Employee Benefits For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Employee Benefits expenses decreased $(551,000) to $4,476,000 as compared to $5,028,000 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.
November 2023 debt expense is an addition to the allowance
for bad debt and the Company will continue to pursue collection of these receivables.
All Other Expenses were relatively in-line with the Budget. Looking forward 1. Computer Software and Paperless Solution – We anticipate that this project will begin in January 2024 (FY 2024). OTHER SIGNIFICANT INFORMATION 1. PP 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) A decrease in SSOBA and Local 94 benefits due to employee vacancies as compared to the FY 2024 Budget.
2. Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and HCR) - The reserve and escrow balances were $32,372,297 as of September 30, 2023.
Bad Debt Expense (NON-CASH EXPENDITURE) For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2023, Bad debt expense (a non-cash 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.
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 Reserves.
NOTE: It should be noted that this increase is NOT a write-off of receivables. The bad
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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BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM UPDATES – NOVEMBER 22, 2023 Building Community Rooms that are open: Building 3 Building 4 Building 5 Building 8 Building 14 Building 18 Building Community Rooms waiting for keyholders to advise when room can be reopened: Building 1 Building 10 Building 13 Building Community Rooms that are under construction: Building 2 Building 7 Building 15 Building Community Rooms waiting for keyholders to confirm date of reopening: Building 16 (waiting for tables and chairs to be placed back into the room) Building 17 Building 20
If any cooperator has questions, kindly contact the Board office at 718-276-5700 extension 3360.
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Poetry & Art Corner
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ROCHDALE VILLAGE 60TH JUBILLEE
THANKS SONG
WALL
By Anthony Charles Blake
By Ed Miller
By Anthony Charles Blake
Giving thanks Knowing you are blessed Given time The Lord that has smiled and kind Together among Tell the Almighty one Living to see Embracing Thanksgiving in making it what I what it should be Sorry for the Turkey Blessed by the food Given praise Praying to say Giving of one’s self Sharing individually like nobody else Truly thankful being soulful It makes Thanksgiving wonderful Thanks Daily not just the holiday Never take life for granted One life to live Thanks to all of you Continue to pursue Mind, Heart and Spirit Thanksgiving merit Cherish Now sit and eat
A wall of stone, steel Cannot keep out Idealogues Cannot retrain Haters Cannot deter Zealots.
Fantastic Campus A reason to celebrate The Cooperators appreciate Rochdale Village, a Coop with a past heading for continuous future Mobile cell phone picture Years upon years Progression in preserver Rochdale Village with some heartfelt fond memories that I had dear, such as Niagara Falls Colorful Water Fountain, King Karol Steakhouse and variety Restaurant, Kress Department Store, Peter Pan Bakery Shop, Candy shops, Mall One and Mall Two, just to name a few Rochdale Village name should be called Pursue Village Cooperators who carried the striving torch for years It became Rochdale’s preserver Challenges that almost made Rochdale in nonexistence to impossible, but through numerous efforts, Rochdale Village is still victorious Beauty within the grounds obvious Rochdale Village has its good and bad My 60th Anniversary memories came about on May 1, 1964 moving into Group 2 Building 6 from a Brownstone in Brooklyn, New York My fondest heartfelt memories is when Rochdale fully opened and it is was the Niagara Falls Water Fountain where neighbors from all the buildings to observe a particular sight of delight of colorful spotlights at the water fountain under the crisp cool air and shining moon with water mist spanning down the walkways at 7:00 pm sharp. Togetherness of cooperators of Hi Neighbor. The vocal note of the greeting Maintenance was precise You would call Maintenance on the phone about a problem, and by the time you hang up, a maintenance man was at your door Public Safety was on point and observation and safety as they were on alert and prepared for any conditions that would apply Those were the days of Rochdale Village history Rochdale is still standing for all to see and admire The wonder being how did you master those years? The quick response being the cooperators You still look good, but there’s always room for improvement Rochdale Riches, Hope and Prosperity Happy Anniversary Rochdale Village with many more anniversaries to follow Cooperators, let us all embrace and uplift this moment in our lives here at Rochdale Village Let the celebration begin Our moment in time that will never end.
Ideas born Like a virus On the wind Fly over barriers. Through fences. Hatred Festers Violence Spreads With each reaction. The zeal Of suicides Grows with every Mullah’s Daily Exhortation Each Palestinian Terrorist leader’s Funeral Leads to Vengeance Retaliation. What alternative?
UNTITLED By Anthony Charles Blake T H A N K S G I V I N G
THANKFUL HAPPY ALIVE NUTMEG KINDNESS SOULFUL GIVING INSPIRATION VISITING INSIGHT NOVEMBER GREAT
D A Y
DIRECT AMONG YEARLY
I LEFT MY HEART IN ROCHDALE VILLAGE
By Ivan Mossop (As sung to “I Left My Heart in San Francisco”) I left my heart In San Francisco Down on Bedell, it calls to me To be where elevator cars ride halfway to the stars The morning fog may chill the air, I don’t care My love waits there in Rochdale Village Above the grounds and leafy trees When I come to you, Rochdale Village Guy Brewer’s Jewel will shine for me
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Andre Cole of Elmhurst Electric Co. graciously donated turkeys for Rochdale residents.
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Thanksgiving
R O C H DA L E V I L L A G E B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S H O S T
TURKEY
By Mikell Richards
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all is a season that is signaled by many things: the leaves on trees changing to a beautiful medley of colors before falling to the ground, the smell of pumpkin spice, and all the talk of the holiday season. The biggest sign that we’re in autumn is the holiday Thanksgiving, the meaning of it obvious. People all across the country use it as a time to take a moment, slow down, and consider all of the things that they’re grateful for. Families and friends gather, sharing and enjoying in each other’s company -- and most importantly, we feast! The turkey is considered the mascot of the Thanksgiving holiday, and for good reason. You’re more likely to see a turkey on the dinner table than not, whether it’s nicely fried or slowly roasted for hours in the oven. Each year it becomes more difficult for families to provide the necessary ingredients for a hearty Thanksgiving dinner with the increasing costs of food and other items.
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell / Mikell Richards)
GIVEAWAY
With that in mind, it only made sense that the Rochdale Village Board of Directors would continue the tradition of hosting a turkey giveaway, especially. The giveaway was for cooperators only, and those interested had to register with the Board on Tuesday, October 26, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The actual giveaway was held on November 16, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In conjunction with the Board, Andre Cole of Elmhurst Electric Co., made the generous donation of over 350 turkeys that were ready to be given to the cooperators of Rochdale Village. The event was spearheaded by Board Vice President Maryam Hubbard, with the assistance of other members of the board. Even General Manager Jay Williams and others from management got in on the action. Along with other volunteers, the turkey giveaway was executed without a hitch. All those who signed up received a turkey without incident, ready to get to preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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P re -T hanksgiving S enior F ood P antry
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The Senior Center hosted a Seniors Thanksgiving Food Pantry on November 16, 2023 in the Community Center Courtyard, starting at 1:30 p.m. Those who received had to pre-register for the event sponsored by NYC Speaker Adrienne Adams, NYC Department for the Aging, and AGAPE. Fresh fruit and vegetables were available to the many who lined up, perfect to go with everyone’s turkeys!
(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
CHEERS TO 60 YEARS OF COOPERATIVE LIVING
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By Cynthia Bernadine
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ver 300 guests dazzled in fashion’s finest into the Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom on Saturday, November 11, 2023, to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of cooperative living in Rochdale Village with an exquisite Diamond and Ice themed gala. With wall-to-wall white carpet and floor-to-ceiling white drapes, sparkly diamond accents and lavish table settings and centerpieces, the Rochdale Grand Ballroom was transformed into a picturesque sight of glitz and glam. Rochdale families, friends, local dignitaries, and guests all followed suit looking astonishing with men donning well-tailored suits and tuxedos while the women stunned in elegant dresses and gowns. Rochdale Village officially opened on December 10, 1963, to the first eighteen families ready to move into the newly constructed buildings on land which once served as the Jamaica Racetrack. At that time, Rochdale Village was the largest cooperative in the world until around 1973
when COOP City was built. Though Rochdale’s official birthday will be next month, with the busy holiday season underway, it made perfect sense to celebrate early so all can attend. The evening began with a cocktail hour in the altered red brick area which featured beautiful seating areas and live music from Acute Infections while guests mingled and waited. At 7:00 p.m., the doors to the Grand Ballroom opened to welcome guests who gasped in awe when they saw what can only be described as breathtaking. Guest Host for the night, Fred “Bugsy” Buggs, Radio Host for WBLS kicked off the evening’s program by speaking on his experience living in Queens and hanging out in Rochdale Village before passing the microphone to the Rochdale Village Board President Jean Hall who thanked everyone who had helped make the celebration happen as well as those who attended. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards who has been a longtime friend and
supporter of Rochdale Village since his City Council days presented the Board President with a Proclamation. Other guests who came to celebrate the history of Rochdale Village included New York Public Advocate Jumaane Williams (who presented a certificate in recognition of the occasion), Assemblywoman Vivian E. Cooke, Dr. Bob Lee Radio Host from WBLS, Assistant Chief of Patrol Borough Queens South Kevin Williams, and Inspector Ray Jenkins from the 113th Precinct which serves the Rochdale community. Many of the commercial tenants from Rochdale’s Small and Big malls and contractors who have a longstanding relationship with the community came to show their support for the occasion as well. After the welcoming remarks, guests enjoyed a three-course dining experience before taking to the dance floor where the Mighty Kamm Band and Dj Goldfingas kept them on their feet enjoying the rest of the evening. Guests were given a journal chronicling the 60 years of Rochdale as well as a diamond keepsake which was
placed at each table setting. The 60th Anniversary Ad Hoc Committee: Chair, Board President Jean Hall, Co-Chairs, Board Vice President Maryam Hubbard and Board Director Jean Randolph-Castro, and committee members would like to give a special thanks to Sacha Jarred of KDA Event Planners and Rochdale Shareholder, whose creativity and mind-blowing designs turned the Grand Ballroom into an elegant Winter Wonderland; the photographers who captured every moment: Larry ‘Love’ Moore, Gail Dobbins, and Nyree Cyrus-Williams; Kevin Dilworth Rochdale Social Services Vice President for providing the historical information for the journals; as well as all Rochdale staff and other vendors who helped to make the celebration a dream come true, from the caterers, to the printing service for the journals and large seating and picture banners, and more. It was truly a night to remember!
ENJOY PICTURES ON PAGES 16 TO 19!
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Scenes from the Diamond and Ice Gala held to celebrate 60 years for Rochdale Village.
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Scenes from the Diamond and Ice Gala held to celebrate 60 years for Rochdale Village.
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(Photo Credit : NyreeCPhotography / Larry ‘Love’ Moore / Gail Dobbins).
Gala designed and curated by Sacha Jarred
Instagram: @kda_event_planners
Thank you to Sacha Jarred of KDA Event Planners for bringing such a beautiful vision to life!
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(Photo Credit : Larry ‘Love’ Moore / Gail Dobbins).
Contractor, Genesys
Big Mall, Joseph and Sons Jewelers
Big Mall, Key Food Management Team
Contractor, Proto Restoration Construction, LLC
Big Mall, Baisley Pharmacy
Contractor, Elmhurst Electrical
Rochdale Village Commercial Tenants And Contractors Attend Gala Thank you to Randon Humphrey for serving as accoustic engineer for the event!
Big Mall, Bed & Bath / RVO
Big Mall, Jackson Tax Service Staff
Thank you to photographers Larry ‘Love’ Moore (below, left), NyreeCPhotography (below, middle), and Gail Dobbins (below, right) for their hard work capturing this event!
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See what’s going on in and around our community... There’s a little something for everyone!
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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!
Senior Citizen Committee
Monthly Meeting Minutes Date: 11/1/23 Time: 10:00AM Location: RV Grand Ballroom Chairperson: Jean Hall (JH) Co-Chairs: Jean Randolph-Castro, Mary Ingram, Clara Sheppeard PLANNED AGENDA 1. Presentation – Chief Pharmacist, Saud Ansari – Baisley Pharmacy 2. Presentation – PO Mitchell – 113th precinct 3. Plans for Christmas Party 4. Open ANNOUNCEMENTS: ◊ N/A DISCUSSION Chair Jean Hall (JH) opened the meeting at 10:10AM. She welcomed, Jean Randolph-Castro (JC) who will serve as a co-chair during the 2023-2024 year. JC introduced our first speaker, Mr. Saud Ansari, the Chief Pharmacist from Baisley Pharmacy located in Mall 1. Mr. Ansari advised the committee that he has been her since 1991 (30 years). However, this was the first time he has been invited to the senior citizens committee meeting. He would like to come back and focus on issues involving medications and supplements and how they interact and impact your ongoing health.
Mr. Ansari stated today he would speak about vaccinations. He advised that the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has recommendations regarding the COVID-19 new vaccination and encouraged the membership to read and discuss with your primary physician. He also stated that beginning in September of each year, it is recommended that people obtain their flu shots. He indicated that vaccines are made every year and that his pharmacy is currently providing all the vaccinations. He indicated there would be a computer check to review your vaccine history from the department of health. Evelyn Wilson from the Senior Center also stopped in to make an announcement regarding the upcoming hearing mobile unit which we be available from 9AM – 3PM. She also cautioned seniors to make sure your insurance coverage is available before obtaining vaccines at pharmacies.
your personal safety, ATM Skimming, Identity Theft, Winter Driving – being prepared to weather the cold season, and Vehicle Theft – how to safeguard your vehicle. Office Mitchell spoke on each topic to make sure committee members understood the content. She also responded to their questions during the Q&A segment. Officer Mitchell expressed it is a pleasure serving the community and noted she is always available to offer her assistance as needed. Christmas Party – the committee selected Thursday, December 14, 2023, to have their annual Christmas Party. The time will be from 2PM to 6PM. Chair JH advised that this year based on our budget, we would collect $5.00 for the party. The following members volunteered to be on the decorating committee: Catherine Wyatt, Gloria Young, Judith Pierre-Charles, Pearl Bishop, and Chrisine Williamson.
JH thanked Ms. Wilson and Mr. Ansari for providing such informative information and looks forward to working with them in the future!
Members were advised to sign up beginning Monday, November 6, 2023, at the board office for the Christmas party.
Chair JH welcomed PO Mitchell to the meeting. Officer Mitchell provided several handouts: Safeguard Your Apartment, Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act, ATM – tips for
Note: Since the time of the sign-up – which is now closed (11/17/23) there are a number of persons signing up who do not belong to the senior citizens committee – therefore next year
consideration will be given to having a different fee for non-members because committee members contribute every month. Also, since we have closed sign-up not all members were able to participate. Open – questions raised regarding maintenance and public safety concerns were addressed. No open items. UPCOMING EVENTS » 60th Anniversary will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 6PM to 1AM. Rochdale Village celebrating 60 years of affordable housing.
Chairperson, Jean Hall.
NEXT MEETING: The meeting for December will not be held. The Senior Center Committee will have their annual Christmas Party on Thursday, December 14, 2023, from 2PM to 6PM. Meeting ended at: 11:30AM Attendance: 86 A total of $82.00 was collected Minutes submitted by: Jean Hall, Chair
Community Center Unflitered Youth Talk Show Success Unfiltered Youth Talk Show was launched on YouTube this Fall. Participants Racheal O’Neal, Winter Coleman and Donovan Ramkissoon (Teens with certificates in hand) were among the youth who participated in the 12 session media arts workshop held in the Community Center, lead by teaching artist Lonai Mosley. RVCC staff, family and friends joined attended the Red Carpet Screening. This youth program was partially funded by the Flushing Town Hall Queens Community Arts Grant Project.
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Synopsis of Cooperator’s Session - for October 23, 2023 board meeting
Response: No, there is a part that must be ordered, it is called the drive. Once we receive the drive, the elevator will be repaired. It is noted that the Question: I am tired of not getting service when I contact the office. I get elevator is still operational. the answering machine and despite leaving a message, I never receive a response from the maintenance department. I am specifically referring to Question: What is the status on the façade work because I know that Speaker Adrienne Adams allocated approximately 3 million dollars tothe Group 1 maintenance office. wards this project earlier this year. Response: We do have a clerk available to receive calls. However, I will investigate your concerns. Note that when our lines are busy in Response: We are working with HPD to address the façade work as it perthe group offices the calls should be forwarded to central maintenance. tains to Local Law requirements. The monies are being funneled from the City Council through HPD to Rochdale as has been in the past. Presently, Question/Statement: Today I called group 1 maintenance and the young we are working on a modification to that forgivable loan with HPD and woman answered. She promised that someone would come to my apart- going through the scope of work because there was a change based on the ment between 9AM and 11:30AM. However, no one arrived, and I did not new requirements for cycle 9. I am working with them so that the work can be completed in group 4. receive a call. Chair, Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session at 7:02PM.
I noted later that a call from Rochdale came through at 11:47AM, how- Question: Will the Board and Management be working on a plan to deal ever, I was in the midst of leaving my apartment, I tried to answer the call, with our pipes? They are aged and leaking. Does Rochdale Village use leak detection equipment? but it rang only once. At 1:10PM maintenance came to my door; my question is how does this guy still have a morning ticket when he is coming to my door in the afternoon? So, if tickets are not completed in the morning, they do not turn them in?
Response: There have been limited discussions regarding piping. Rochdale Village has several kinds of piping: dual temp piping – creates cooling from the power plant, waste line piping, and domestic water piping. They all kind of work on their own system and have aged in different ways.
Response: After some back and forth it was determined that despite maintenance coming at 1:10PM the shareholder preferred to reschedule the appointment to Thursday morning between 8:30PM and 9AM. The maintenance director assured the shareholder he would see that the service she needs to change some bulbs in the kitchen is addressed.
After management analysis the board was advised that our worst pipes are the waste line pipes and we will get an analysis from our contractor, our plumbing contractor, because they have changed risers in the past. It will give us an idea of what it will cost us to do the work and once with have made the assessment, it will be up to us together to figure out how to fund it.
Question: Did the repairmen come for the even elevator in 4B section?
No further questions: the cooperators session ended at 7:45pm.
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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - October 23, 2023
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD ALTHEA HICKS
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Maryam Hubbard One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis.
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
PRESIDENT JEAN HALL
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT MARYAM HUBBARD
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Keysha Beasley. SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT KAMAL SALEEM
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. THIRD VICE-PRESIDENT KEYSHA BEASLEY
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Stacey Francis One vote cast by Jean Hall. FOURTH VICE-PRESIDENT KHEDDA HAYDEN-RYAN
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Seconded by: Nadine Browne One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. SECRETARY STACEY FRANCIS
Moved by: Jean Hall Seconded by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. TREASURER FELICIA PERRIN
BUDGET AND FINANCE CHAIRPERSON: FELICIA PERRIN
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Seconded by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Maryam Hubbard. ASSISTANT TREASURER KAMAL SALEEM
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan One vote cast by Jean Hall. COMMERCIAL SERVICES CHAIRPERSON: YVETTE HARRIS-SMITH
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. COMMUNITY CENTER CHAIRPERSON: KHEDDA HAYDEN-RYAN
Moved by: Jean Hall Second by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. COMMUNITY RELATIONS CHAIRPERSON: MARYAM HUBBARD
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Jean Hall.
ENVIRONMENTAL, PARKS, RECREATION & PARKING CHAIRPERSON: KAMAL SALEEM
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis. LEGAL AND MANAGEMENT CHAIRPERSON: PRESIDENT JEAN HALL
Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Ms. Hubbard. ASSISTANT SECRETARY YVETTE HARRIS-SMITH
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Seconded by: Jean Hall One vote cast by Maryam Hubbard.
MEDIA and INFORMATIONAL TECHNOLOGY CHAIRPERSON: STACEY FRANCIS
Moved by: Nadine Browne Second by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Jean Hall. MAINTENANCE CHAIRPERSON: KEYSHA BEASLEY
Moved by: Jean Hall Second by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan One vote cast by Maryam Hubbard.
ORIENTATION CHAIRPERSON: LETISHA AZIZAH Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan One vote cast by Kamal Saleem.
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PUBLIC SAFETY CHAIRPERSON: KHEDDA HAYDEN-RYAN
Moved by: Jean Hall Second by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Kamal Saleem. SENIOR CITIZENS CHAIRPERSON: JEAN HALL
Moved by: Stacey Francis Second by: Keysha Beasley One vote cast by Maryam Hubbard. YOUTH PLANNING CHAIRPERSON: NADINE BROWNE
Moved by: Keysha Beasley Second by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan One vote cast by Secretary, Stacey Francis.
R39-23: Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Jean Hall WHEREAS, numerous shareholders have expressed both frustration and concern regarding the lack of turnover in membership of the Board of Directors and the difficulty experienced by new candidates, especially younger shareholders, in securing election to the Board of Directors; and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors wishes to ensure that all shareholders are provided the opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors and that the Board is able to benefit from the insights and inputs of new Directors; and WHEREAS, the Board wishes to enhance the democratic process at the Cooperative and increase both interest in and diversity on the Board of Directors. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THAT: The by-Laws of the Cooperative are emended to include this: Article III, Section 1(g), Term Limits for Directors: a. Term Limits. No person may be elected to more than three consecutive full three-year terms and no person may serve for more than nine consecutive years, as a member of the Board of Directors; provided, however, that, (1) if a Director serves three terms (including one or more partial vacancy terms) totaling less than nine years, such Director may be elected to and serve a fourth full or vacancy term, even though the term may be extended after nine consecutive years, and (2) a Director who has been appointed by the Board (based on current election policy procedures) to fill an unexpired term of a Director caused by a vacancy may complete that term as well as no more than three consecutive additional full three year terms. b. For the purposes of computing the nine-year consecutive period of Board service, if a Board Member resigns after serving a period of nineteen (19) months or more, this service shall count as a full term. c. A person who becomes ineligible to be elected to the Board of Directors by reason of the term limit set forth in this section, shall be eligible to again be elected to the Board of Directors after the passage of a three-year period that commences on the date of the annual meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation at which such person’s last term to which he or she was elected as a Director would have ended whether or not such person actually served to the end of his or her term, and ends at the next following annual meeting of shareholders, at which meeting such person shall again be eligible to be elected to the Board of Directors. d. In the event that a Director resigns or otherwise ceases to serve as a Director before the date on which the Director’s term of office is scheduled to end,
then for the purposes of this section, even though the Director has not served his or her full term of office, the calculation of such Director’s consecutive terms and years served shall include the full term of the office from which the Director resigned or ceased to serve if the Director served for a period of nineteen (19) months or more. e. Computation of the foregoing term limits shall apply and begin from the beginning of a person’s first consecutive term as a Director, provided that the provisions in this Section, as enacted, shall not reduce the then current term of office of any Director who shall be serving when the amendment adopting the term limits set forth in paragraph (a) of the Section.
FOR Letisha Azizah Nadine Browne Jean Hall Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard
AGAINST Talib Bey Lisa Stark
ABSTAIN Jean Randolph-Castro
Keysha Beasley Stacey Francis Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Althea Hicks Felicia Perrin Clifton Stanley-Diaz
Kamal Saleem
Ten for, three against, two abstentions; motion passes. R40-23: Moved by: Kamal Saleem Seconded by: Stacey Francis WHEREAS, the Power Plant Worthington Diesel #2 is in dire need of an overhaul to extend its useful life and provide emergency back-up power for Rochdale Village; WHEREAS, disassembling and evaluations were conducted by the Steam Expert to fully determine what conditions prevail and what is necessary prior to the overhaul; WHEREAS, the Engineer of record, Goldman Copeland, upon review of reports from the Steam Expert, is in total agreement that the overhaul is necessary, and they will oversee the project through completion; and WHEREAS, we have sought bids to conduct the overhaul and received proposals ranging from $2,368,000 to $3,126,488 of which the Steam Expert provided the lowest responsible bid. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village Board of Directors accepts the proposal from the Steam Expert to perform the overhaul and upgrades in association with the Worthington Diesel Overhaul for a price of $2,368,000 to be funded by Wells Fargo, and subject to approval from the New York State Homes and Community Renewal. FOR Letisha Azizah Talib Bey Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard Jean Randolph-Castro Lisa Stark Fifteen for; motion passes. R41-23: Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro
Keysha Beasley Nadine Browne Stacey Francis Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Althea Hicks Felicia Perrin Kamal Saleem
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WHEREAS, Yummy Garden lease renewal Resolution was approved by the Board on August 28, 2023, under the name Yummy Garden. The owner has requested a corporate name change from Yummy Garden to the new entity New Yummy, Inc; and WHEREAS, this is only a name change. The terms of the lease remain the same; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, New Yummy, Inc. new entity name is approved by the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors.
FOR Letisha Azizah Talib Bey Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall Althea Hicks Felicia Perrin Kamal Saleem
ABSENT FOR VOTE Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Keysha Beasley Nadine Browne Stacey Francis Khedda Hayden-Ryan Maryam Hubbard Jean Randolph-Castro Lisa Stark
Fourteen for, one absent. Motion passes. BOARD MEMBERS Althea Hicks Chairperson Jean Hall 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 Talib Bey Nadine Browne Clifton Stanley Diaz 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 (Not Present) 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 Director of Power Plant Dean M. Roberts, Esq. Norris, McLaughlin Mario Petrie IT Systems Manager
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OCTOBER 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 anticipate resuming work in October 2023. 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. 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: Spring 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: March 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. HM-180 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 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 SI-
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OCTOBER 2023 PLAST. 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. 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: 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: $154,066 Projected Completion: November 2023
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: 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: 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: General Consultant Description: Service contract. Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $210,000 Money Spent: $160,498 Projected Completion: N/A
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 Money Spent: $ 97,962.46 Completion Date: Jan. 2023 Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels PURCHASE
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OCTOBER 2023 Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $1,859,806 Completion Date: Oct. 2022 Project Name: Main Federal Pacific Breaker Panel Description: Upgrade to im-prove quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,210,325 Money Spent: $1,139,133 Completion Date: Jan. 2022 Project Name: Augers Description: Machinery to eliminate bulk garbage reducing larger items (such as furniture) to splinters. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $412,057.51 Money Spent: $412,057.51 Completion Date: Jan. 2022 Project Name: Interior Compactors Description: Indoor machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. All are being replaced (60 total). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $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 Money Spent: $3,078,682 Completion Date: Oct. 2020 Project Name: Site Wide Camera In-
stallation Description: New cameras throughout common areas and in all elevators. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $703,332 Money Spent: $703,332 Completion Date: Nov. 2021 Project Name: Test Underground Electric Feeders Description: Test lines to ensure proper electric distribution from Plant to buildings. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $516,244 Money Spent: $516,244 Completion Date: Nov. 2021 Project Name: Elevator Door Lock System Description: Monitoring system to help keep elevator doors closed. Elevator cars will only be able to move when doors are properly closed. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,926,758 Money Spent: $1,926,758 Completion Date: Feb. 2020 Project Name: Mall 1 Atrium Roof Replacement Description: Roof System - Replacement of the shopping center roof (atrium section). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $278,953 Money Spent: $278,953 Completion Date: Jul. 2020 Project Name: Natural Gas Risers (Bldg. 15) Description: Emergency replacement of gas pipes in entire building. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $899,883 Money Spent: $899,883 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Cooling Tower Motor Description: Replace original 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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(Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell)
senior center gives thank s
On Monday, November 20, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Senior Center held a Thanksgiving Celebration in the Community Center, room 11, 12, 13 where those who registered to attend were able to eat a good meal, tear up the dance floor, and enjoy in each others company. A great time was had by all.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Summit
With Domestic Violence Awareness Month having just passed in October, the Community Relations Committee in conjunction with The Keys to Unlock Your Silence, brought a Domestic Violence Awareness Summit: Reclaim Your Voice! to Rochdale Village on November 25, 2023. The Summit was held in the Community Center from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., where attendees were able to talk candidly about domestic violence, hear testimonies, and receive useful information to take home.
Community Relations Committee Chair, Maryam Hubbard speaks.
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The Naturally Occuring Retiring Community Office, known as N.O.R.C. for short, held a Thanksgiving Celebration on Tuesday November 21, 2023, in the Community Center Room 11, 12, 13 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.. People were encouraged to come out to enjoy the meal that was provided as well as the company, and discuss what they were thankful for. Everyone who attended had a wonderful time! (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell)
celebrating thanksgiving with norc
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