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Serving over 25,000 cooperators in the world’s second largest housing cooperative. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
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Rochdale Village Management held a Career Fair, along with Spectrum and soon-arriving restaurant in the Community Center. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
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CELEBRATING DR. KING: COOPERATORS PARTICIPATE IN A WEEKEND OF SERVICE ACTIVITY TO CELEBRATE MLK. President’s Message - Pg. 2
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FAITH LEADERS BREAKFAST: SPEAKER ADAMS ADDRESSES RECENT HOUSING PLANS & LAWS WITH FAITH-BASED LEADERS.
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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
President’s Message
- by Jean Hall
Greetings, As we begin our journey into 2024, let’s remember that we are a community built on family. A family that comes together even when we disagree to move our community forward. It is my hope that this year each shareholder gains greater knowledge and makes a decision to stay informed. Let’s not just complain but also offer solutions. Working together will build a stronger community fabric. I want to take time to provide the information shared at this month’s board meeting regarding board committee spending, 60th Anniversary, and our new proposed budget. It seems that there is a bit of hypocrisy floating around. I never recall reports about committee spending over the last twenty years being freely shared. However, to offer full transparency the board began that process last year. We instituted budgets for each committee and the first chart reflects how we spent the 2023 allocations:
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
President, Jean Hall
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)
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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
Board: 60th Anniversary – Diamond & Ice Gala Annual August Music Festival Board -Convector Meeting Board- Group 5 meeting (convectors) Board – Selection New Accounting Firm Board – July 4th Celebration and Lunch Board – Family Day Luncheon Keyholder Meeting – building community rooms. Monthly Committee Meetings – dinner and/or refreshments served. Directors’ meetings – legal and management – dinner and/or refreshments served. Special meetings for directors – dinner and/or refreshments served. Monthly Open Board Meetings – refreshments served.
Some may say, “Wow, that is a whole lot of money; but let me give you an actual sample of how our spending reflects compared to the annual operating budget.
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
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2023 – Highlights of how we spent our budget allocations Veterans Appreciation Dinner Father Day – Cigar Night Fit n Fab Fitness event Pickleball Mother’s Day Food Truck Event Fall Festival New Year’s Eve Party Tea Party Women’s History Month Program Spring Fling Pop Up Karaoke Dance Party Relaxation & Pampering Health Fair Father’s Day Juneteenth Celebration Collaboration with Family of Five – Movie Night (2 held) Family Fun Day Tailgate Football Event Domestic Violence Event Shred Fests 113th Precinct Build the Block Meeting National Night Out- Carnival Senior Center & Senior Committee – Hosted Women’s History Program Senior Citizens Committee Christmas Party YPC – Chicken & Waffles Lounge YPC – Love Craft Valentines Event YPC -African American Museum Trip – Washington DC YPC- Teenager Restaurant & Lounge Event YPC- Easter Egg Hunt & Giveaway YPC – Physics Club YPC - Knitting Class YPC – Mommie & Me Mother’s Day YPC-Africa Park Basketball Tournament YPC – Back to School Event YPC -G.I.R.L. Mentoring Program YPC - Circus Event – YPC – Halloween YPC – Season of Thanks YPC – Volunteer Appreciation YPC – Hot chocolate station at Christmas Tree Lighting YPC Skating Event
Maintenance = Security = Fuel & Utilities = Power Plan = EE Payroll Taxes & Fringe Benefits = Real Estate & Other Taxes = Interest & Fees = Insurance = Other = Management Fees = Administrative = Board Committees = Admin & Clerical = Professional Fees =
$20,972,549.00 $4,285,005.00 $14, 359,868.00 $6,750,182.00 $7,628,531.00 $4,237,611.00 $8,974,415.00 $7,783,868.00 $2,762,677.00 $796,631.00 $1,038,209.00 $390,000.00 $2,476,642.00 $2,201,742.00
That $390,000.00 represents less than 1% of our annual operating budget. I do not feel that providing our community with valuable workshops such as domestic violence or participating in citywide community events such as National Night Out or celebrating 60 years of affordable housing with a Diamond and Ice Gala, or simply fellowshipping on July 4th, hosting our first ever Mother’s Day Food Truck Event, or our first Father’s Day Juneteenth Celebration is wasting shareholders money. I feel it
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January 2024 signifies that we are a community built on family. The following resolution was passed by the board for 2024 spending. Resolution Approval of Board Committee Budgets for January 2024 – December 2024 January 22,2024 Whereas, the Board of Directors hosts committee meetings to foster civic engagement through informational meetings, cultural programs and activities, and community events. Whereas, funds are needed to cover expenses for the myriad of events and programs throughout the year. Therefore, be it resolved that the committee budgets submitted for the following are approved and the monies will be taken from the operating expense account: Board Expense General Budget & Finance Commercial Services Community Center
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$113,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 68,785.00
can use.
Community Relations $ 23,215.00 Media & IT $ 5,500.00 Environmental $ 15,000.00 Legal & Management $ 4,200.00 Maintenance $ 14,000.00 Orientation $ 3,000.00 Public Safety $ 25,000.00 Senior Citizens $ 35,000.00 Youth Planning $ 55,000.00 Total $370,700.00
We are committed to working with management to make sure our spending in all other areas is kept within the budget and we take proactive measures to increase our revenues. However, one of the factors that must be addressed is the shareholder arrears. The December 2023 arrears report revealed that our total amount of carrying charge arrears was $7,090,082.91 which represents 1,034 shareholders. (This amount if we must cover it – is at least a 7% carrying charge increase.) That same report also highlights that 171 of the 1,034 shareholders owe $5,524,015.26!! No matter how you look at it, that is a lot of money that we certainly
So, why I am telling you this, because as a cooperative we are all in this together. The board has directed management to provide us with a viable action plan to address shareholder arrears. We understand the past impact of COVID-19, that some of these arrears go back years, the court system is slow, there are not enough judges, and by all means people do fall on hard times. But let me be clear, we have some professional non-payers in the mix. Despite that we will work with management to ensure this is addressed and as we host our group meetings beginning next month, we will provide more information and discuss action plans. Your board is committed to continuing affordability and transparency in our discussions and decision-making processes. We did not get to this crossroad overnight and it will take hard work, determination, viable action plans, and a little thinking outside of the box to steady us. But I do not want those intent on undermining progress and change to spread negativity and doubt. We stand forever committed to you, our shareholders. Now, the best is yet to come! (REPORT ON PAGE 5)
MLK WEEKEND OF SERVICE
HELPS FEEDS QUEENS HOMELESS
By Cynthia Bernadine
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t takes a Village and Rochdale Village came together to be agents of change. Leading the charge is longtime Rochdale Shareholder and Founder of With Actions and In Truth, Inc. Marc Taylor who teamed up with the Rochdale Village Community Center for a day of service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend. To keep up with the growing homeless population, the organization ran a Feeding the Homeless Lunch Bag Prep Event at Rochdale Village on Friday, January 12, 2024. Volunteers helped to prepare and package over 200 bag lunches which contained sandwiches, fruits and bottled waters. Marc Taylor, who has lived in Rochdale Village since 1973, is the President and Founder of the organization which has been in operation since 2015. The With Actions and In Truth, Inc.’s team makes weekly lunch packages which are then distributed to various shelters and individuals. They also distribute hygiene products as well as socks to those in need living on the streets; having personal one-on-one contact with each and every individual they hand out to. “We may not be able to solve the hunger crisis today, but we can at least help another human being make it to their next meal and let someone know that someone cares about them.” Says Taylor. The number of homeless New Yorkers sleeping each night in shelters is reported to be 76 percent higher than it was 10 years ago and continues to rise with stats showing that in November 2023, there were 92,824 homeless people, including 33,365 homeless children, sleeping each night in
New York City’s shelter systems (Coalition for the Homeless). These stats highlight the importance of organizations such as Taylor’s. This is not Marc Taylor’s first time teaming up with the Community Center to produce these much needed services for the homeless of our city. In May of 2023, he worked with the Girl Scout troops located in Rochdale Village, and in August of 2023, with the older kids who attended the Rochdale Village Academy Summer camp. Both sandwhich making/packing sessions were a success! The overwhelming response of volunteers at this most recent event left Mr. Taylor speechless with him stating, “It is with heartfelt gratitude that I express my thanks to all for coming out to the Rochdale Village Community Center to prepare sandwich packages to be distributed to the homeless and hungry. The response to our request for volunteers was more than we anticipated, and that was a good thing. It was a good thing because you stepped up, took hold of a potentially chaotic situation, put your heart into it, and made it run like a well-oiled machine. You were part of a team that prepped 224 sandwich packages in under an hour, and they were distributed throughout Queens the following morning. The homeless community is one that, unfortunately, is growing. As I often say, ‘It’s bad out here.’ Your generosity helped provide a ray of hope to some of God’s forgotten children.” To donate to the organization or to learn more about how you can volunteer to be an “agent of change” go to https://www. withactionsandintruth.com/.
(Photo Credit: Shannon Vassell).
Marc Taylor, Founder of With Actions and In Truth, Inc. with Community Center Director Julia Shaw.
Supreme Striders, a local youth athletic club, volunteers their time for the event.
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Monthly Report
- by Jay Marion Williams Scott
General Manager’s Monthly Report for January 2024 EMPLOYEE REVIEWS AND PERFORMANCE
CARRYING CHARGE (RENT) COLLECTION
We have approximately 400 employees on staff broken up into union staff and non-union staff. Our union staff is as follows; maintenance and grounds workers are 32BJ SEIU members, our public safety officers are SSOBA members (“Special and Superior Officers Benevolent Association”) and our power plant workers are Local 94 members (“International Union of Operating Engineers”). Our non-union staff members are in supervisory roles and management office positions. It is typical that in the first quarter of each year the process of employee evaluations takes place. Performance reviews and planning sessions are designed for the supervisor and the employee to discuss his/her current job tasks, encourage and recognize attributes, and discuss positive, purposeful approaches for meeting work related goals. Worksheets are given to each employee so that they can evaluate themselves from U – Unsatisfactory to V – Very Good on performance elements. These elements include Job Knowledge, Productivity, Dependability, Judgement Skills, Attendance, etc. Written comments are encouraged on each section respectively to add context to the evaluation. The supervisor does the same enabling there to be a conversation on any divergent viewpoints between the employee and the supervisor. Ultimately, the evaluation helps determine the employee’s pathway in their job position. Unfavorable evaluations typically line up with disciplinary write ups that may lead to termination. While favorable evaluations may lead to promotions within the organization.
The convector project and other improvements would not be possible without funding which ultimately comes from cooperators. High Expectations has become the articulated model for Management’s performance. Such is the level of performance we expect to meet each month when we collect the shareholders’ carrying charges. Cash flow is the vitality of a property. Buildings need money to operate, and the main source of funds is the money paid by the shareholders. Carrying charges (rent) are the connecting link between the flow of resources and providing services for Cooperators. There is no fat in the budget. That means that we need every dollar to make sure that Rochdale can operate. We are currently at a 97% collection rate. If this were a school test that would be an “A” grade, but in property management that means that we are running a loss of $2.6 Million a year. That is money that we need to provide the staffing and services necessary to run Rochdale. The rental schedule is developed to meet operating expenses, debt service, and reserves for replacements. The shareholders that don’t pay their fair share are a contributing factor to carrying charge increases when there are shortfalls in the budget. We are working diligently to collect outstanding carrying charges through the housing court system. The Board and Management are reviewing further measures to assist in these collection efforts.
CARRYING CHARGE (RENT) COLLECTION POLICY/ FIRM, FAIR, CONSISTENT The Carrying Charge (Rent) Collection Policy should be applied evenly and across the board to all residents. It is a message of fairness to everyone which puts legitimate pressure on our ability to ascertain when real problems exist for which help may be available. If our rent collection works, it will communicate concern, understanding, along with fairness. We recognize that payment difficulties will happen and should be anticipated. In these situations, special problems of the residents will be considered, and arrangements will be made to handle them in a manner consistent with a prompt payment policy. A monthly goal of 100% rent collection should be the aspiration of every manager. Rent is due on the 1st of the month with a grace period of 7 days before a late fee is assessed. When rent delinquency becomes chronic, management must work to correct the situation. This process begins with a late notice followed by a rent demand. Importantly enough, the majority of over 5,400 residents meet their obligations timely. The problem of delinquent rent has been and continues to be an amorphous group of about 400 residents who have gradually become chronic late payers of rent. This problem has been exacerbated by the 2020 – 2021 court delays related to COVID.The problem lies with the residents without parking spaces who are not concerned with losing their parking privilege and act accordingly. As stated above, additional levers of pressure must be investigated to keep Rochdale financially solvent. We are forever grateful to the majority of shareholders that uphold their end of the bargain.
The next meeting for the Board of Directors will be on February 26, 2024 via Zoom ONLY. Zoom information to be announced.
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President’s Report – January 2024
CARRYING CHARGE INCREASE:
Background Information: On July 26, 2021, the Board passed R29-21 for FY 2022 and FY 2023 budgets in a vote of 10 For: 1 Against, and 4 Absent. I was not in favor of this and voted against it because while both years showed a deficit there was no plan on how that deficit would be accounted for. Management stated they were waiting for some incentives to come through before they would know what type of carrying charge would be recommended. Note: Our budget years begin April 1st and end March 31st. For example, Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 begins 4/1/23 and ends 3/31/24.
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The rent conference was held on 1/11/23 with less than 1% of cooperators in attendance. At that conference it was made clear that should the Commissioner issue an increase the order would take effect 2/1/23 which was part of FY-23. Also note, a management newsletter dated December 2022 was sent door-todoor to each cooperator. This newsletter discussed topics such as why we have increases, finding ways to offset increases, the impact of COVID-19 on the financial picture, and information for those on a fixed income. The year 2 increase of 3.6% will take place on 2/1/24 which is part of FY-24.
BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOMS:
On February 28, 2022, management submitted a budget for FY 2022 and FY 2023 – however there was a unanimous vote to table the motion by the board pending additional information from management. (In that motion the proposed carrying charge increases were 1.7% in year one and 1.7% in year two) On March 10, 2022, via a telephone vote the board voted to un-table the resolution for budgets FY-22 and FY 23 via R14-22. The vote was 14 for and 1 abstain. On March 10, 2022, R9-22, a second telephone vote was taken to pass the resolution for FY 22 and FY 23 budgets with proposed carrying charges increases of 1.8% for FY 22 and 1.8% for FY 23. The vote: FOR: Janine Cross, Clifton Stanley Diaz, Edward Douglas, Gary Hawkins, Sheila McKenzie, Timothy Mercer, Jean Randolph Castro, Derrick Shareef, Lisa Stark, and Joyce Williams (10); Against: Letisha Azizah and Jean Hall (2); Abstain: Keysha Beasley and Maryam Hubbard (2); Pass: Khedda Hayden-Ryan. I voted against the motion because I knew the numbers were not solid and the increase proposed was not sufficient. What Happened when the Board Voted for the Carrying Charge Increase: Once the board passed R9-22 for a carrying charge increase the process was initiated for the carrying charge increase process or budget rent determination (BRD) to begin which includes: • Management submits the budget to HCR with a recommendation for a carrying charge increase to cover the deficits. • On April 29, 2022, then Board President, Ms. Castro submitted the required application to HCR. In addition, then Secretary Joyce Williams certified that the resolution of the board on 3/10/22 was correct. Upon receipt of that information from the housing company (Rochdale Village) HCR reviews the budget and makes a determination if the proposed carrying charge increase will sufficiently cover the corporation’s deficits. There may be some back and forth between HCR and the housing company regarding the numbers. Upon completion of those exchanges HCR notifies cooperators of a rent conference and a comment period on the proposed increases as determined by HCR, in this instance, HCR recommended a higher carrying charge increase for FY 22 and FY 23. For year 1 - 3.7% and year 2 – 3.6%. (Hence the reason why most often – it is stated that HCR imposed the increase) As you may recall management sent out to all shareholders, door-to-door the package addressed to me as board president, dated 12/1/22 – (a number of shareholders were confused and thought they received the information incorrectly and mailed the package back to me) Nevertheless, the package included the budget numbers, the budget application from RV, the verification letter by the board secretary, and the notice that comment period deadline was 1/11/23. The rent conference was held via zoom on 1/11/23 at 6PM. In that same document cooperators were notified that the Commissioner may allow all or part of the proposed increase as determined by HCR. After the Commissioner had reached a decision, each cooperator received a copy of the Commissioner’s determination in the form of a carrying charge order.
Recently, a few issues have come to light with some keyholders. Therefore, a mandatory meeting will be held for all keyholders, aiming for February 2024. Kindly come with your recommendations for improvements, any ongoing issues your room may be having, and report on maintenance (are they cleaning as scheduled and delivering supplies as needed)
UPCOMING GROUP/CIRCLE MEETINGS: The schedule for the upcoming circle meetings with the Board and Management are as follows: February 2024 Group 3 March 2024 Groups 1 & 2 April 2024 Groups 4 & 5 The purpose of the circle meetings is to share information with cooperators in a small group. To address issues that may specifically relate to that group. Topics for discussion will include budget, spending and finances, convector project, community rooms, maintenance, and public safety topics.
CONVECTOR RETROFIT PROJECT: As of week, ending 1/12/24 a total of 889 appointments have been scheduled, 475 appointments have been completed, 207 appointments not kept. Therefore, we are at a 70% access rate. It is anticipated that this phase will be completed March 2024. We are discussing with legal the liability issue involved regarding shareholders who may refuse to have the retrofit completed.
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January 2024
Public Safety Report
- by Chief Adolph Osback
December 2023
The Public Safety department maintain 24 hour / 7 day a week 1272 Total Calls Received for Assistance during the month coverage. Cooperator Escort Service COMPLAINTS: 257 Calls for cooperator escort’s 99 Loitering complaints of which 28 were marked as 76 Calls aided sick / injury and elevator entrapments unfounded (officers responded but no loiters were present) Violations Cost per Violation Issued 118 Noise complaints of which 74 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be 4 harboring a pet $300 heard) 5 smoking in unauthorized areas $200 INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: 4 criminal activity $750 7 Risk Management Incidents (trips/falls/other injuries) 10 illegal sublet/occupant $400 82 Investigative Incidents (criminal matters, cooperator violations etc.) 2 illegal move in/out $400 2
Violations Issued
1
health hazard (bad odor, smoke)
$200
2
Related Arrest Incidents
4
disorderly conduct
$250
1
Fire Incident
7
loitering $200
94
Total Incidents for month by Investigative Unit
4
improper storage $100
TASK FORCE UNIT:
2
negligence $200
206
8
noise complaint
Directed & Routine Verticals
$175
These verticals resulted in 16 violations being issued and 68 loiterers 5 encountered during the vertical patrols. 1 Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in order to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated 1 “hot spots” as determined by community complaints and analysis 1 of various patrol reports.
failure to comply $100
4
improper storage $100
1
possession of controlled substance
$750
1
theft of property
$300
1
littering $200
4,805
building verticals, ground floor inspections and parking lot checks were conducted in the month.
538 5343
Directed verticals were conducted in the month. total post inspections were conducted in the month.
Filtering Calls to Dispatch: 1267 5
calls for assistance by public safety calls referred for maintenance issues
Drinking alcohol in public
$250
bulk garbage $200 health hazard (Foul odor)
$200
1 property damage $300 (plus damages) 77
Total $17,900
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Provided by 113th Precinct P.O. Smith, Crime Analysis Division to Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, Public Safety Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan
INDEX CRIME TRACKING ROCHDALE VILLAGE
REPORT COVERING THE 28 DAY PERIOD OF 12/18/23 THRU 1/14/24
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Controller’s Report - by William Young Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Eight (8) Months Ended November 30, 2023 (FY 2024)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2023 and FY 2024 vs. Budget
For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Controllable Income before Interest, Depreciation, Amortization, and Income taxes decreased $(1,610,000) to $5,339,000 as compared to $6,950,000 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 Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Total revenue increased $558,000 to $58,650,000 as compared to $58,092,000 in the FY 2024 Budget.
(DRAFT – PRIOR TO ANNUAL AUDIT & YEAR-END ANALYSIS)
Apartment revenue For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Apartment revenue increased $67,000 to $50,688,000 as compared to $50,621,000 in the FY 2024 Budget.
Commercial rental revenue – For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Commercial rental revenue decreased $(316,000) to $3,595,000 as compared to $3,912,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The decrease in revenue is due to LOST Revenue for the following stores: (1) $23,798 - UJ Pizzeria - Permanently Closed. (2) $24,481- Jays Restaurant (d/b/a) Unique Eats - Permanently Closed. (3) $103,862 - Triangle Services - Not paying rent. (4) There were more vacancies in both Mall 1 and Mall 2 than were anticipated in the Budget. Other Income - Laundry, Rebates & Insurance proceeds & Interest income & other fees)
For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, other income increased $860,000 to $2,340,000 as compared to $1,479,000 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 Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, total expenses before Interest, Depreciation and Unusual Items increased $2,168,000 to $53,311,000 as compared to $51,142,000 in the Budget. The significant variances are explained in the following expense categories: Administrative For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Administrative expenses decreased slightly to $4,040,000 as compared to $4,082,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. Although these expenses were in-ling with the Budget, there were several variances explained below:
An increase in Office expenses related to: (1) the purchase of $87,000 of income affidavit forms, $17,000 for the purchase of medical supplies for the cabinets in the Group Offices and the management office and, (2) an increase in purchases of office supplies for other departments (3) the impact of inflation. (4) Information Technology – The Budget reflected the start of the conversion to Yardi which hasn’t started yet. Janitorial & Grounds costs For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Janitorial and Grounds expenses decreased $(183,000) to $4,921,000 as compared to $5,105,000 in the Budget. This decrease is due to: (1) Porter’s salaries - a decrease in Porter salaries due to the Budget being at full staff and we are currently not at full staff (2) Landscaping expenses – Ther is lower than anticipated Landscaping expenses as compared to the Budget. The Budget was based on prior years expenses.
January 2024
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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 (3) Landscaping Labor - landscaping labor seasonal expense has decreased because we are doing more of these types of expenses internally. Maintenance and operating costs For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Maintenance and Operating costs increased $1,715,000 to $10,111,000 as compared to $8,395,000 in the FY 2024 Budget This increase is related to the following: (1) Repair Material, Tools & Supplies For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Repair Material, Tools & Supplies increased $605,000 to $1,891,000 as compared to $1,286,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The increase is principally due to: a. Floor tiles – Floor tile expense increased $143,000 due to increase in demand for services for leaks and the impact of inflation on the purchase of parquet floor tiles. b. HVAC – The increase of $173,000 in HVAC costs is due to huge increase in requests for repairs due to the issue of obtaining convector motors and the impact of inflation on the products. c. Other Maintenance – The $175,000 increase in other Maintenance is due to Category 1 testing etc. This testing is performed when needed and was not budgeted for. Contracted Services – For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Contracted services category of Maintenance expenses increased approximately $1,221,000 to $5,402,000 as compared to $4,180,000 in the Budget. This increase is due to is due to: (1) Elevator Expense – There were more Category 1, Category 5 Testing than was anticipated in the Budget (2) Apartment Repairs - The increase of $443,000 in apartment repairs is due to an in-
The Rochdale Village Bulletin crease in demand for services by cooperators and the impact of inflation on the products used to make those repairs. Public Safety For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Public Safety expenses continue to be inline with the FY 2024 Budget at $3,916,000 as compared to $3,979,000 in the Budget. Power Plant – For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Total Power Plant expenses increased $565,000 to $12,092,000 as compared to $11,526,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. There were both positive and (negative) variances in the expense categories which are explained below: 1. FUEL & UTILITIES For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Fuel expenses increased $632,000 to $4.767000 as compared to $4,135,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. The reason for this increase is due to (1) increased usage (2) The seasonality of the Budget being spread out based upon the %s from the prior year. If those %s are different in FY 2024, that will create a variance. NOTE: The FY 2024 RISK of variances from the Budget will be the usage by cooperators, commercial malls and the Power Plant. If usage remains constant Natural Gas expenses will remain constant. 2. Water & Sewer For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Water and Sewer expenses increased $236,000 to $4,184,000 as compared to $3,948,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This increase is due to (1) increased usage by cooperators and (2) the impact of seasonality on the Budget. The Water usage in the Budget was based upon prior years usage %s. As the actual usage changes as a %s change by month, the variances will change.
3. Salaries & Other Power Plant Expenses For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, – Salaries & other expenses decreased $(303,000) to $3,140,000 as compared to $3,443,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. This decrease is principally related to the (a) Salaries – there was decrease of $(220,000) in Salaries is due to (1) The Budget being at full staff and as of November the actual was not at full staff. (b) There was a decrease of $(194,000) in overtime due to anticipated projects in the Budget not needed. Insurance Expense For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Insurance expenses increased $949,000 to $6,688,000 as compared to $5,738,000 in the FY 2024 Budget. Insurance costs have continued to trend above the FY 2024 Budget because the Budget reflected a 5% increase and the actual insurance expense was increased approximately 10% and Worker compensation increase 60%. This trend is anticipated to continue in the near future. Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) For the Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Real estate tax (Shelter rent) expenses decreased $(359,000) to $2,376,000 as compared to $2,736,000 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 Eight Months Ended November 30, 2023, Employee Benefits expenses decreased $(588,000) to $6,114,000 as compared to $6,702,000 in the Budget. The decrease is related to following: (1) An accrual of 1 week of payroll that re-
January 2024 lated to FY 2023 was recorded in March 2023. When the actual payroll was paid, it was recorded in the individual payroll accounts. The accrual in FY 2023 is then reversed and is a (credit) in the GL. The net impact between the individual payroll accounts and the accrual account is $0. (2) A decrease in SSOBA and Local 94 benefits due to employee vacancies as compared to the FY 2024 Budget. Bad Debt Expense (NON-CASH EXPENDITURE) For the Eight Months Ended November 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. NOTE: It should be noted that this increase is NOT a write-off of receivables. The bad 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 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. 1. Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and HCR)- The reserve and escrow balances were $33,062,674 as of November 2023.
Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2021, FY 2022, FY 2023 & FY 2024
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Public Safety Committee Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan with Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella.
Queens Borough Patrol South Assistant Chief Kevin A. Williams Sr.
113TH PRECINCT HOSTS COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING
On Monday, January 15, 2024, the 113th Precinct Community Council hosted a meeting in the Rochdale Village Community Center at 6:00 p.m. Special guest speaker, Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella was in attendance as well as Queens Borough Patrol South Assistant Chief Kevin A. Williams Sr. (pictured top right), who is seen addressing the crowd.
113th Precinct Inspector Ray Jenkins (second from left) sits on panel.
Public Safety Committee Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan with 115th Precinct Inspector Victoria Perry.
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January 2024
CALL ME HERO
MLK THEORY
NEW YEAR BLESSING AND PRAYER
By Ed Miller
By Anthony Blake
By Alanda I. Wasserman Edwards
What made me a hero? If you need to know the truth A different enemy fighter Learned warfare in his youth. The white haired gentlemen Do also serve the cause Supply the plasma, medics With body-bags and gauze. They airlift us to hospitals The crippled and the blind And those by a miracle, survivors Leaving body parts behind. What is it about being heroic A stone in Arlington A grieving widow, and children For a battle never won. Thanks for the Stars and Stripes I’ll never see it fly A certificate of honor, For this I had to die. A helmet on my rifle Solemn Taps, the bugle call Black or white or brown no matter Hero brothers, sisters all.
D - DETERMINED R - RIGHTS
ARTWORK By Ed Miller Artwork made to accompany the poem.
M - MISSION A - ACCESS R - RESPONSE T - TEACHINGS I - INFORM N - NATIONAL L - LEADER U - UNITY T - TRANSCEND H - HERO E - EXCEL R - REBEL K - KINGDOM I - INSPIRE N - NETWORK G - GREATNESS J. - JUSTIFY R - REACTION
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING’S LEGEND WAY By Anthony Blake Understand, Reflect and Respond Stand up on principles Respond on action Movement Turn injustice to equal justice Dr. King fought hard and travelled far Journey’s beyond His dream to look upon We must believe we can Our hearts must transcend Turn the pave of Racism into togetherness as one Remember Dr. Kings struggles Never tire We must gain access Prosecution unseen Dr. King’s voice shouted anguished The movement that was determined His vision of Civil Rights Dr. King is our inspiration Our former President Obama words, “Yes we can and shall” We must maintain our fight in always exercising our rights The powers that be want all races to go back into time of then The world needs to understand, we went forward, and can’t go back Dr. King wasn’t about separation, but bringing all races together in harmony The light seems to keep dimming, and we can’t let it diminish Once in darkness, always in darkness Washington seems to have closed its eyes We the American people must realize Stand up for the cause We still have work to do that Dr. King couldn’t finish He sits high and is looking down What happened to the people I fought for We must rule Racism out It wasn’t easy for Dr. King and it won’t be easy again It’s a purpose and demand We are all one on America’s land Like I said earlier, Dr. King’s message for us is UNDERSTAND, REFLECT and RESPOND Don’t let Dr. King’s dream die out We are his dream, and we must fulfill Continue to prevail without fail Follow Dr. King’s trail It is more important than ever before We can’t go backwards Together, we need to overcome and shall be determined Dr. King saw the dream We must embrace his efforts We need to see a better tomorrow Reflect back, but only for the moment We shall overcome, one day Through God’s help, we will fulfill
SHARE YOUR VOICE
May the Lord bless you and Envelop His peace and joy As well as comfort to all this year My earnest prayer is that As you embark on each project Or task you achieve great Success and it takes Flight and soar like Eagle wings in the air May you always know about The value of take each Trial and tribulation to God first and trust To His care. Be positive and never give up Let a posture of expecting Great things to happens And your faith cause it to be Just believe and watch How miracles unfold For you as you each Of God’s promise you hold So Happy New Year to you To you you and a many move Welcome to 2024 As we look with great Expectancy for more in 2024 Great Blessings
UNTITLED ARTWORK By Alanda I. Wasserman Edwards
Submit your original poetry, spoken word, or artwork to be published in the Rochdale Village Bulletin! Send to mrichards@rochdalevillage.com.
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Crossword Across: 2. MLK oversaw the 1955 ______ bus boycott. 5. King was one of the most influential ______. 6. At 6:05 P.M. on Thursday, April 4, 1968, Martin Luther King was ________ while standing on a balcony outside his second-floor room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. 10. Martin Luther King Jr., went to college at the age of ________. 12. King was awarded the ______Medal in 1957. 14. “I closed by saying there is nothing greater in all the world than _____.” 16. MLK’s birth name was? 18. MLK went to jail ______ times for civil disobedience. 19. How many books did MLK right? 20. In what US state was MLK born?
Down: 1.He translated the entire New Testament from Greek to _____ in just 11 weeks. 3. MLK went to college to become a _______. 4. At the age of thirty-five, Martin Luther King, Jr., was the youngest man to have received the ______ Peace Prize. 7. My famous ____, “I Have a Dream,” promoted freedom and equality for all. 8. King fought inequality through ______ protests. 9. During which month do Americans celebrate MLK day? 11. Who is known to be the main influence of MLK? 13. MLK was assassinated in what city? 15. Martin Luther King Jr. was a ______. 17. __________ was Martin Luther King, Jr’s wife.
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On Thursday, January 18, 2024, The Rochdale Village Management office held a Career Fair in the Community Center room 11, 12, 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Career Fair invited people in the midst of the job search to speak with various departments -- Management, Public Safety, Maintenance, and the Power Plant, as well as Spectrum and the restaurant
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coming soon to the Small Mall, Hip Hop Burger, to learn about the positions currently open and apply. Those not able to make it in person were encouraged to email their resumes and cover letters to Management. It was a great turn out. Good luck to all who applied! See more of the current job openings available at Rochdale Village on pages 18 and 19. (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
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CLASSIFIEDS MAINTENANCE Office Coordinator
Key Responsibilities: Answer and direct phone calls; Organize and schedule meetings and appointments; Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms; Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports; Develop and maintain a filing system; Order office supplies; and Provide general support to visitors.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED); Type minimum 45 wpm accurately (preferred); Proven administrative experience; Strong organizational and planning skills; Minimum three (3) years’ experience in an office environment; Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced skills (preferred); Excellent grammatical and spelling skills; Self-starter able to work independently; Excellent customer service; Ability to trouble-shoot Benefits: Local 32BJ, SEIU and problem solve; and Excellent interpersonal and communication Salary: $30.2153 Hourly. Full time position. skills. Benefits: Medical/Hospitalization, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, 401K
Door Mechanic/ Door Installer
This is a full-time position, 40 hours Salary: $23 Hourly. Full time po- a week, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. sition.
Glazier
license, and have a clean driving record; 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.
well 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 Benefits: Union (Service Employ- duties such as distributing and Qualifications: High School Di- ees International Union, LOCAL posting flyers on bulletin boards. ploma or equivalent, and training through an apprenticeship or job; Salary: $31.0903 Hourly. Qualifications: Knowledge of Certification through the National floor stripping supplies; Ability Glass Association (a plus); Knowlto operate floor care equipment: PUBLIC SAFETY edge of glass types and various scrubbers, orbital buffers; Great materials required for glass repair Public Safety Officers communication skills - written and installation; The ability to use Key Responsibilities: Frequent pa- and verbal; and Must be reliable glazier hand tools and equipment trol of building lobbies, stairwells with availability on weekends and to measure, cut, and shape vari- and other assigned areas; Files ac- holidays. ous materials for repair or mainte- curate reports; and Follows proper nance; The ability to apply re-glaze protocol and procedures in the Benefits: (Service Employees Inadhesives or putty to doors, glass event of crime/accident/incident. ternational Union, LOCAL 32BJ) areas and windowsills; Ability to work cooperatively with other Qualifications: High School Di- Salary: $16.2062 Hourly. Potential trades; Good communication ploma or equivalent; Valid NYS for permanent employment. skills; and Current New York State Driver License; Current security Driver’s license. license (preferred); current certifiDrive 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.
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.
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; Qualifications: Valid NYS driver’s
cates (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.
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 Benefits: Medical and Pension ma- chines; Seasonal planting of Plan, Paid Vacation, Holiday and flowers and pruning of trees; and Sick Leave. Uniform allowance. Meticulous upkeep of grounds. Union (Special and Superior Officers Benevolent Association -- Qualifications: Valid New York SSOBA) State Driver’s License; Basic knowledge of hand tools use and Salary: $23 Hourly. Full time po- some horticulture knowledge desition. sirable; and Candidates must be physically fit to work outdoors in SEASONAL all weather.
Vacation Relief Workers
Benefits: Union (Service Employees International Union, LOCAL Key Responsibilities: Stripping, 32BJ). Please submit your resume monster.resumes.18@gmail. mopping and buffing of all lobby to and hallway floors; Cleaning of all com. glass, metal and painted surfaces; Cleaning and deodorizing of stair- Salary: $16.70 per hour.
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CLASSIFIEDS MANAGEMENT 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. 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 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 as-
signed. 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. Benefits: Medical/Hospitalization, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Salary: $40 - $60,000 Per Annum
WHY ROCHDALE? 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. Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action / Disabled / Veterans We Are Committed To A Drug Free Workplace.
SUBMIT For consideration, please submit your resume to monster.resumes.18@gmail.com, unless otherwise stated. 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**
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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!
Budget And Finance Committee
Monthly Meeting Minutes Date: 10/19/23 Time: 6:00pm Location: Community Room 11/12/13 Chairperson: Dr. Althea Hicks & Jean Hall
Chairperson, Dr. Althea Hicks.
PLANNED AGENDA I. Impact of the FY23 Audit II. Status of FY24 Budget III. Discussion on FY25 Budget ANNOUNCEMENTS: » None. DISCUSSION 1. This year the FY23 audit was completed and distributed to the shareholders one week before the Annual Shareholders meeting. This allowed more time for shareholders to review the report and submit questions and comments. Early submission of questions and com-
ments allowed for a more efficient Annual Shareholders meeting.
In June, we received an Employee Retention Credit in the amount of $5.8M. We also received forgiveness of our PPP loan in the amount of $6M. There were questions asked that needed follow-up information for Response: a. What items are included in the category for “Other Liabilities”? b. What is the amount of deferred interest on the loan? Response: Refer to p. 14 in the Audited Statement c. What items are included in “Other Income”? Response: Refer to p. 24 in the Audited Statement and p. 2 on the FY24 budget. d. In reference to the FY24 Budget, line 200, it was noted that more apartments have been renovated. How many apartments have been restored in FY24? e. Have we had a review of our new power plant pipes and their relationship to pipes in the resident buildings? f. What is our assessed property value?
g. Can we conduct a physical condition survey of the property? The last one was done in 2003.
2. Review and discussion of the FY24 Budget ending April 30, 2024. Highlights include: We received $825K in Other Income due to the turbine rebuild in the Power Plant. Items reflected as carpentry were misclassified. There was an increase in inflation in the cost of supplies. We’ve had a shortage of security guards leading to increased overtime expenses. Fuel, water, and sewer usage has increased which is driving an increase in price. Over 12% of our revenue goes to pay insurance. Our PPP Loan was forgiven in August so we were advised by our auditor to list it in the FY24 Budget. According to the GAAP reporting system “extraordinary items” are now listed as “unusual and nonrecurring” items. 3. Discussion on FY25 Budget- Positives and Negatives: Apartment revenue is expected to increase in FY25 which is expected to
add approximately $3.6M to our budget. Community Center revenue has already increased and is expected to continue. For our shelter rent, the corporate expense allocation reduces our taxes by $1M. We plan to start renegotiating our natural gas fixed rate in FY25 because our current rate ends in FY26. We need the current rates so that it justifies whether we need a carrying charge increase in FY26 and FY27. National grid bills us to use their pipes. We’ve had the agreement reviewed by a gas broker and reduced the bill from $300,000/month to $100,000/month. For our insurance, our escrow deficit is under negotiation with Wells Fargo to adjust our real estate insurance tax and shelter rent. UPCOMING EVENTS None. NEXT MEETING: Spring 2024 (Date TBD) Meeting ended at: 7:30PM Attendance: 7 Minutes submitted by: Dr. Althea Hicks, Chair
Senior Citizen Committee Monthly Meeting Minutes Date: 1/3/24 Time: 10:00AM Location: RV Grand Ballroom Chairperson: Jean Hall (JH)
PLANNED AGENDA 1. Open ANNOUNCEMENTS: ◊ N/A DISCUSSION Chair, JH welcomed everyone back and expressed wishes that all had a very blessed holiday season. A moment of silence was held for our beloved member, Mary Ingram. She was our gate keeper and greeted everyone at the door faithfully for years. Her kind and loving spirit will be missed! Chair JH stated there were concerns raised regarding the Christmas Party. Specifically, since the affair was opened to non-mem-
bers there were a number of members who came to register and were told registration was closed. The chair asked the membership to decide if events will be open to non-committee members. The membership decided that events will be open to members of the senior citizens committee first. After the membership initial registration period if there is room left it will then be open to non-members. As we enter into a new year, we are going to update our committee members listing. There is a list going around for you to resign up. Kindly provide your name, building and apartment number, your telephone number, and email. The chair noted while monthly notifications will go out the normal door to door delivery. If there are matters that take place during the month, then an email will be sent. If you did not provide an email, you will not receive the notification.
Note: If you wish to join or re-join the senior citizens committee you can sign up at our next meeting or you can contact the board office via email: keloi@rochdalevillage.com and provide your name, building/apt, phone number and email. By telephone, Ms. Keziah George-Eloi, Executive Assistant to the Board of Directors, 719276-5700 ext. 3360.
and we collected $74.00. The 2023 Committee Budget will be distributed at next month’s meeting.
UPCOMING EVENTS » N/A
We also organized here sub-groups to assist the committee: Hospitality and Set-Up Event Planning and Decoration Monthly Sign and Collection There was a Q&A session held covering items such as Long Island Railroad, public safety and maintenance issues. Next month – we will invite the project manager and contractor on the convector project to provide updates and answer your questions. There was a total of 80 members present
Chairperson, Jean Hall. NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at 10:00AM. Meeting ended at: 11:45AM Attendance: 80 A total of $82.00 was collected Minutes submitted by: Jean Hall, Chair
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Synopsis of Cooperator’s Session - for January 22, 2024 board meeting
Chair Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session at 7:05PM. Question: Are there specifics about the land Rochdale owns or used to own? Response: Rochdale currently owns the lot on 137th Avenue and Guy R. Brewer, which has not been developed. Question: What will be done about the roaches and mice, after 10 years of living here it is very disappointing?
Response: NORC does have an active Van, and we have a driver. However, they do not service individual medical appointments. They service small trips with approximately 5 to 7 people. Question: Is there any update on how we can best work with Woodside Laundry? The numbers for the company posted on the bulletin board are not necessarily the numbers that we should be calling to document our complaints. Can we get the 800 number posted? Can the maintenance personnel for Woodside be more visible on our campus so that repairs can be made in a timely fashion?
Question: What is being done with migrants panhandling by the big and small malls?
Response: The numbers which are posted in the laundry rooms should be the current contact numbers. The mechanics are on-site every day to handle service calls. You can also contact your group office and they can get in contact with Woodside if needed. Note: Rochdale Village’s maintenance staff goes into the laundry rooms several times a day, so that is another way to get a message to someone.
Response: Public Safety will increase our enforcement in those areas to address the problem cited.
Question: How can I have a tree trimmed that’s practically coming into my fifth-floor window? How can I get a replacement window screen?
Question: Does the carrying charge increase apply to the elderly?
Response: The person asking the question did not provide specifics so I will reply in general. You can contact your group office, let them know where the tree is so they can have the grounds supervisor check it and have that branch removed. The same thing applies for window screens.
Response: Kindly provide us (management) with your building, section, and apartment to allow us to address your specific needs. In addition, we will investigate areas which need door sweeps and holes filled.
Response: Yes, it does. However, there are people of a certain age who may qualify for SCRIE which is like a rent abatement, so the rent will stay at the same level it is right now. If anyone needs information on this program, you can come to the management office, and we can assist you regarding the proper application and how to fill it out. Note, our senior center also helps regarding those applications. FYI: SCRIE stands for Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption. It is a program that helps eligible senior citizens 62 and older stay in affordable housing by freezing their rent. Tenants can keep paying what they were paying even if their landlord increases the rent. The landlord gets a property tax credit that covers the difference between the new and original rent amount . Question: How does the carrying charge increase apply even if your income decreases? Response: When a carrying charge increase is implemented, it is across the board. The carrying charge increase does not consider individuals decrease in income unless that person was paying a surcharge due to income. Question: The land behind the Long Island Railroad was it sold? Is there any portion of that land that comes back to Rochdale Village for full ownership? Response: Originally there were three parcels of land sold, and I believe two parcels were to come back to Rochdale Village. We will have to go back and gather the information to provide a response. (ACTION ITEM) Question: I read in the bulletin that board committees are looking for new members. What are the eligibility requirements and are only the shareholders allowed to participate or can family members living with shareholders also join? Response: Shareholders and members of their family residing in Rochdale are free to join the committees.
Question: Did the deal with the land on 137th avenue fall through? Response: Yes, it did. Question: Regarding indoor smoking, particularly in common areas, is there anything that is being put in place to protect non-smokers from being exposed to the secondhand smoke and smells that permeate inside of our units? Response: Document when you have smoke coming into your unit. We (management) will then try to verify where the smoke is coming from with public safety assistance. We can speak with the cooperator where the smoke smell is coming from and see if there is something we can do to help alleviate the smells. Note we do have a smoking policy and it addresses this but there is not smoking allowed in common areas and within a certain feet of the building itself. When it comes to individuals who are inside of their apartments, we cannot really ignore their rights. If it is excessive, we can try to mediate a solution. Statement: It would be nice if we could update the glass on the balconies as well and possibly have them all match. Statement: I would like to thank public safety for capturing those who are not picking up behind their emotional support animals and those who are stealing packages by tracking folks down and issuing violations. Also, thank maintenance for picking up the garbage left by the clothes bin in the small mall. Question: I am curious to know about the Human Resource situation, specifically as it relates to performance evaluations. I would like to request a copy of how the performance review is used. What is on the sheets?
Response: Yes, part of the work being done with Local Law 11 will address repairing balcony posts as well as painting around the facia of the balcony.
Response: The General Manager stated he will make sure that is part of his next management report. Note: performance evaluations fall under the scope of management responsibilities, and they are not required to share specifics, however general evaluation criteria such as communication skills (written and oral), organizational skills, and time management are general evaluation criteria.
Question: The clothing bins by Rite-Aid are across from parking lot 1. This area is unkept and people throw unwanted stuff in the area and sometimes throw things over the fence causing damage to our cars. What can be done?
Question: Can a ramp be built for those who are in a wheelchair to be able to get their mail without having to go through the side ramp door in cold weather to re-enter the building?
Response: The bins are under the jurisdiction of Rochdale Village Social Services (RVSS), our non-profit entity. The President of RVSS advised that a letter has been sent out to the contractor, to have a discussion as to how we can rectify that situation and if moving the bins would be a solution. Management also stated they will make sure the groundmen covering the big mall will conduct periodic checks to make sure nothing is happening in that area.
Response: There has been an accommodation made where there are a set of mailboxes that are on the same level as the elevator banks. If we can have specific information about where you are located, we can determine what can be done to accommodate you.
Question: Is it possible to have the NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) van transport seniors to doctor’s appointments, shopping, going places to eat et cetera? NORC used to have a van before the pandemic.
Response: We participate in the youth employment program, and we let shareholders know that it exists. However, we are not familiar with Ladders for Leaders. I will have the community center to reach out to you to gain more information.
Question: The balconies need updates and/or repairs. Are there any plans for the balconies to be updated?
Question: To management, are you participating in the summer youth employments program specifically Ladders for Leaders?
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Synopsis of Cooperator’s Session - for January 22, 2024 board meeting
Question: Why can’t we abandon Woodside Laundry altogether? Response: We are under contract with Woodside Laundry. You must make sure you have legal standing to break a contract. In addition, there is a construction defect issue with the dryers that must be resolved to make sure the desired efficiency with the dryers is achieved regardless of the vendor for the laundry contract. Question: Regarding parking, why haven’t we considered instead of expanding the parking lot, making a tiered garage like Co-op city? Response: A feasibility study was conducted for lots 3A and 3B in 2017. At that time the cost was 6 million dollars, and we would only gain about 300 spaces. When we looked at it post COVID-19 the price was approximately 12 million dollars. Currently, we do not have the money to move forward with that kind of project.
Question: There is no light coming down the ramp from the back of mall by building 2. Can we make sure we have lighting in that area? Response: Management will address. (ACTION ITEM) Question: I just entered my bedroom, and it is very cold every winter. Will we be getting new windows anytime soon? Response: Kindly provide us with your specifics so that we may investigate your specific issue. No further questions: the cooperator’s session ended at 7:50PM.
Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - January 22, 2024
R01-24: Moved by: Khedda Hayden-Ryan Seconded by: Keysha Beasley WHEREAS, the Board of Directors hosts committee meetings to foster civic engagement through informational meetings, cultural programs and activities and community events. WHEREAS, funds are needed to cover expenses for the myriad of events and programs throughout the year. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the committee budgets submitted for the following are approved and the monies will be taken from the operating expense account: Board Expense General $113,000.00 Budget and Finance $3,000.00 Commercial Services $6,000.00 Community Center $68,785,00 Community Relations $23,215.00 Media and IT $5,500.00 Environmental $15,000.00 Legal and Management $4,200.00 Maintenance $14,000.00 Orientation $3,000.00 Public Safety $25,000.00 Senior Citizens $35,000.00 Youth Planning $55,000.00 For a total of $370,700.00 FOR Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Nadine Browne Stacey Francis Jean Hall Khedda Hayden-Ryan Althea Hicks Maryam Hubbard Kamal Saleem Lisa Stark
AGAINST
ABSTENTIONS Talib Bey Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Randolph-Castro
ABSENT Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
Felicia Perrin
Nine for, one against, three abstentions, two absent; motion passes.
BOARD MEMBERS Althea Hicks Chairperson Jean Hall (Not Present) President Maryam Hubbard First Vice-President Kamal Saleem Second Vice-President & Assistant Treasurer Keysha Beasley Third Vice-President Khedda Hayden-Ryan Fourth Vice President Stacey Francis Secretary Yvette Joy Harris-Smith (Not Present) Assistant Secretary Felicia Perrin (Not Present) 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 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
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JANUARY 2024 PROJECTS IN PROGRESS Project Name: Convectors Description: Replace all (20,000) convectors with modern convectors with washable filters, thermostats, and leak prevention. Status: Installation is complete in the following Buildings: 20,19,18. Awaiting delivery of additional units to complete building #17. We received 998 new convectors; we anticipate an additional 1,000 soon. It became necessary to add freeze protection to the fan coil units to prevent freezing up during winter operation. A change order was approved to add additional equipment to the units for a cost of $1.7 million dollars. Genysis has completed the first pass through in Building 20. Genesys is currently in Building 19 bringing the total retrofit installation total to 259. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $33,219,155 Money Spent: $14,367,902 Projected Completion: September 2026 Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels in Apartments Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment. Status: In Progress: (3583 installed) Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $1,859,806 Projected Completion: January 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, 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, ScreenWall, and other necessary control, filtering and piping life-cycle evaluation and energy management work. Status: Revaluating the most effective approach for new condenser lines (plumbing) and steel dunnage (cooling tower structural supports and beams). Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $115,300 Money Spent: $115,300 Projected Completion: April 2023 Project Name: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler in Big Mall Description: Install sprinkler system as required by FDNY in Mall 1 common area. Status: Fire Alarm: Sprinkler and Smoke Purge system completed. As of August 11, 2021, we are still awaiting NYC FDNY approval of system. FDNY Application was re-submitted, and we are awaiting FDNY approval. Sprinkler: Completed as of 2/7/2020 Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $815,000 Money Spent: $525,600 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Fire Alarm for 18 Bldgs. Description: Install fire alarms in building community rooms as required by FDNY. Status: Eleven (11) rooms completed
(#1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20) Bldg. #4 is completed and inspected by FDNY. Bldg. 15 filed at FDNY - Awaiting approval. Eight (8) bldgs. approved by management and sent to contractor for FDNY filing. Awaiting NYCFD approval.HM-23 pending at HCR. HM180 approved 10/23/19 Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $438,857 Money Spent: $338,194 Projected Completion: TBD 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: 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 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 2024 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: $100,800 Projected Completion: June 2023 Project Name: Sitewide Roofing Replacement/Repairs Contractor
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JANUARY 2024 Description: Long-term contract for roof repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. The contractor is Bay restoration. Roofing Mfr. is SIPLAST. Completed work carries a 20 year no dollar limit guarantee. Status: Eight (8) Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 5, 12, 17 & 20. Year 1 (#1, 3, 4, 12 & 17); Year 2 (#2, 5, & 20). Management, Architect & Contractor agreed to close out/ place this project on hold until funding is available. Five (5) remaining buildings (#6, 7, 8, 18 & 19) will be rebid and done later. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $8,277,850 Money Spent: $5,481,466 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Bulkhead Repairs Description: Repairs include Pointing, Lintels, Caulking, brick replacement, and Coping Stone Replacement. Status: Start date: 7/27/21. Nine (9) Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 6, 12, 17 & 20. This project will be placed on hold until funding is available to complete the remaining buildings (7-11, 13-16, 18-19). Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $700,000 Money Spent: $205,533 Projected Completion: Re-evaluating Project Name: Façade Description: Long-term plan for brick and terrace repairs including Local law 11 work every 5 years. Status: Probes inspections are in progress in Group 4. Four (4) Bldgs. are completed: #5- 8. In progress: #15 (75%) & 16 (75%). Will recommence with inspection and probes once funding has been approved by the Board. HM-23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $12,764,400 Money Spent: $5,119,204 Projected Completion: November 2026 Project Name: Façade Description: Long term plan for brick and terrace repairs including FISP each 5 years. Status: RJSA selected by Management HM-23AE pending at HCR as of 1/28/2020. Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $880,000 Money Spent: $730,159 Projected Completion: November 2026 Project Name: Air Monitoring Description: Service contract Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $200,000 Money Spent: $28,694 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Mold Assessment Description: Service contract Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $100,000 Money Spent: $39,940 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Brownfield SSDS Mall 1&2 Description: Air clean up underground Status: Exhaust fan installation completed. Awaiting the Certificate of Completion (COC) from DEC. Mall 1 - JS Cleaners Remediation is completed. Mall 2 - HIP cleaners Remediation is completed. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $411,800 Money Spent: $341,500 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Pylon Signs Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1. Status: In progress. New design - signs awarded to ASG. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $288,683 Money Spent: $208,246 Projected Completion: November 2023 Project Name: Pylon Signs Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1. Status: Structural work for pylon bases was competitively bid and awarded to Sky, Inc. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $145,400 Money Spent: $14,580 Projected Completion: September 2023 Project Name: General Consultant
Description: Service contract. Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $210,000 Money Spent: $160,498 Projected Completion: N/A
PROJECTS ON-HOLD Project Name: Lobby Enhancement & Door Replacement & ADA Accessible Vestibules Description: Replace 20 lobby entrances, doors and make ADA complaint. Status: On Hold. Management is working with Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on reallocating funds from this project to fund convector change order. This project will be revisited at a later date. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $800,000 Money Spent: $323 Anticipated Re-Start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available. Project Name: Elevators/Utilities/Demising Walls - Mall 1 Description: The installation of an elevator, demising walls, and utilities on the 2nd floor of mall. Status: On Hold. All work is complete and funded except the 2nd elevator which is no longer being done. Management is working with Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on reallocating funds from this project to fund convector change order. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $750,000 Money Spent: $83,100 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Elevator Modernization & Preventative Maintenance Description: Elevator modernization including new maintenance. Status: On hold, however, we are moving forward with the preventative maintenance portion. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-Start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available. Project Name: 15 Cardboard Balers Description: Machine to compress
cardboard waste into small and compact bales. Status: On hold Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-Start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available.
PROJECTS TO BE REMOVED Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1 Architect Description: Design Work for Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking Status: To be removed. Original budget of $5 million no longer applies due to Covid-19, supply chain issues and inflation total cost ow exceeds $12 million for adding approximately 300 new spaces. These considerations make this project financially infeasible. Management will continue to look at other alternatives to address the parking issues. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-Start: N/A Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1 Contractor Description: Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to create additional parking. Status: To be removed. Original budget of $5 million no longer applies due to Covid-19, supply chain issues and inflation total cost now exceeds $12 million for adding approximately 300 new spaces. These considerations make this project financially infeasible. Management will continue to look at other alternatives to address the parking issues. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-Start: N/A
PROJECTS COMPLETED Project Name: Maintenance Department Dump Truck Description: Purchase of a new Hino truck to handle bulk garbage and large deliveries. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $ 97,962.46 Money Spent: $ 97,962.46
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JANUARY 2024 Completion Date: Jan. 2023
Completion Date: Oct. 2020
Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels PURCHASE Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $1,859,806 Completion Date: Oct. 2022
Project Name: Site Wide Camera Installation Description: New cameras throughout common areas and in all elevators. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $703,332 Money Spent: $703,332 Completion Date: Nov. 2021
Project Name: Main Federal Pacific Breaker Panel Description: Upgrade to im-prove quality of electrical distribution and replace electric panels at ground level. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,210,325 Money Spent: $1,139,133 Completion Date: Jan. 2022
Project Name: Test Underground Electric Feeders Description: Test lines to ensure proper electric distribution from Plant to buildings. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $516,244 Money Spent: $516,244 Completion Date: Nov. 2021
Project Name: Augers Description: Machinery to eliminate bulk garbage reducing larger items (such as furniture) to splinters. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $412,057.51 Money Spent: $412,057.51 Completion Date: Jan. 2022
Project Name: Elevator Door Lock System Description: Monitoring system to help keep elevator doors closed. Elevator cars will only be able to move when doors are properly closed. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,926,758 Money Spent: $1,926,758 Completion Date: Feb. 2020
Project Name: Interior Compactors Description: Indoor machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. All are being replaced (60 total). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $564,000 Money Spent: $564,000 Completion Date: July 2021 Project Name: Exterior Compactors Description: Next two to arrive on site in 6 weeks. Out-door machine used to reduce household garbage by crushing into small and manageable pieces. Replacing all (30 total) compactors site wide and the concrete pads. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $397,500 Money Spent: $397,500 Completion Date: Dec. 2021 Project Name: Isolation Valves Description: Replace valves which isolate dual temp risers per apartment line plus provide shut off at all convectors. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $3,078,682 Money Spent: $3,078,682
Project Name: Mall 1 Atrium Roof Replacement Description: Roof System - Replacement of the shopping center roof (atrium section). Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $278,953 Money Spent: $278,953 Completion Date: Jul. 2020 Project Name: Natural Gas Risers (Bldg. 15) Description: Emergency replacement of gas pipes in entire building. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $899,883 Money Spent: $899,883 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Cooling Tower Motor Description: Replace original motors with more energy efficient. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $58,335 Money Spent: $58,335 Completion Date: Jun. 2019
Project Name: Community Center HVAC Description: Upgrade heating and cooling system in Community Center. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $149,500 Money Spent: $149,500 Project Name: Pump Rooms Upgrade Description: Upgrade to domestic water distribution which delivers hot water to apartments from the Power Plant. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,146,473.86 Money Spent: $2,146,473.86 Completion Date: Aug. 2021 Project Name: Egress Stairs in Big Mall Description: Build wall which divides Crunch and Hibachi Grill spaces and supply utility connections for both new tenants. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $222,536 Money Spent: $222,536 Completion Date: Dec. 2021 Project Name: Big Mall Purge System Description: To be added to the installation of the fire alarm system throughout the Big Mall. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $275,000 Money Spent: $275,000 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Parking Lot Cameras Description: Added/Upgraded surveillance in parking lots. Status: Complete Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $86,400 Money Spent: $86,400 Completion Date: Nov. 2020 Project Name: Group Signs Description: Directional/informational signs for each group. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $80,000 Money Spent: $80,000 Completion Date: May 2020 Project Name: Pump House Roof (Power Plant) Description: Replace roof located at Power Plant pump house that is beyond its useful life.
Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $20,400 Money Spent: $20,400 Completion Date: Mar. 2020 Project Name: Pipe Insulation Phase 2 Description: Insulation of pipes in crawl spaces. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $186,550 Money Spent: $186,550 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Building 5 Emergency Work Description: Renovations needed due to violations from DOB. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $131,943 Money Spent: $131,943 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Parking Lot #2 Description: Restriping/Reconfiguration to enlarge parking spaces. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $33,478 Money Spent: $33,478 Completion Date: Nov. 2019 Project Name: Pump Room Ceilings in Each Building Description: Pump Room Ceiling Asbestos Abatement and Re-Insulation Insulation. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $320,000 Money Spent: $320,000 Completion Date: May 2021 Project Name: Satellite Dish Area Rehab Description: Make the place usable for party and rental. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $296,700 Money Spent: $296,700 Completion Date: Sept. 2022 Project Name: Purchase of (3) John Deere Tractors Description: Grounds Equipment. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $179,396 Money Spent: $179,396 Completion Date: Nov. 2022
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COMMERCIAL VACANCIES Mall One
Located: 165-98 Baisley Blvd., Jamaica, NY 1143
Space 910 34A Approx 3,160 sq. ft , dimension 40 x 79 White Box condition some upgrades.
Space # Approx 2090sq. Ft, dimension 40 x 52 Was previously used as a sit-down restaurant. All the equipment are currently in good working condition.
Space # Space 910 04A Approx. 685 sq. ft. Approx 1,250 sp. Ft, dimension 20 x 62 Was used as a barber shop. White box condition.. Was previously used as a salon & barber shop.
Space # Approx. 13,000 sq. ft. Raw Space will need complete buildout.
RENTED
RENTED
Mall Two
Located: 169-65 137th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11434
Space 910-02A Approx 1,250 sq. Ft, dimension 12.4 x 100 White Box was upgraded.
Space 910-02A Approx 1,250 sq. Ft, dimension 12.4 x 100 White Box was upgraded.
To inquire about commercial space vacancies please email Commercialservices@rochdalevillage.com
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FLU AND COVID CASES ON THE RISE
By Cynthia Bernadine
R
ight after Christmas, New York City instituted a mask mandate for the city’s 11 public hospitals. Two weeks later, all FDNY fire truck and ambulance personnel were told to wear masks as well while caring for and treating patients before they arrive to hospitals. This is due to increased number of COVID, flu and other respiratory viruses such as RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) cases, which only continue to rise throughout the city. While this year’s spike in numbers is not likely to prove as deadly as some recent winters, flu and COVID infections have been increasing since the holiday season, where many families gathered in close quarters, which means more hospitalizations and deaths across the country. The risk of long-term chronic illness, especially in the case of COVID, also shouldn’t be ignored. Dr. Mandy Cohen, Director of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said, “What we’re seeing right now, in the first week of January, is really
(Photo Source : Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health) an acceleration — of flu cases, in particular.” While the majority of cases seem to be flu-related currently, they expect to see both flu and COVID-19 cases peak by the end of the month. The CDC reported that vaccinations are down this year with only about 44% of adults receiving flu shots by December 23, 2023. Health officials are also keeping an eye out for a new version of the coronavirus called JN.1. The new variant may spread easier and faster but there is no evidence that it will be as deadly as previWith the recent uptick in shelf life and updated expiration ous variants. CDC suggests that vaccinations are still the best re- Covid cases, The U.S. Postal Ser- dates). If an order has not been course to fighting serious infection vice has reopened their service to placed for your address since the and urge people to get vaccinated deliver more free COVID-19 tests. program reopened on September and to seek treatment for flu and You can place your order at https:// 25, 2023, you can place 2 orders Tak- now. Orders will ship free. COVID-19 as soon as symptoms special.usps.com/testkits. To find a vaccination cenpresent themselves or if exposed. ing the test is one of the best ways Rochdale’s own NORC (Naturally you can do your part to help keep ter near you, go to https://vacOccurring Retirement Commu- infection rates low. Residential cinefinder.nyc.gov/. For New nity) office gave residents the op- households in the U.S. are eligible York City emergency information to receive both vaccines twice for an order of four free at-home tion and important city services in January – on January 16th and tests from USPS.com. Each order go to https://a858-nycnotify.nyc. January 23rd, 2024 (see pictures includes 4 individual rapid antigen gov/notifynyc/. You can sign up on page 31), highlighting the im- COVID-19 tests (COVIDTests. for telephone text alerts or follow portance of taking these increases gov) has more details about at- them on social media. You can also home tests, including extended check more resources below. in cases seriously.
COVID-19 TESTING
COVID-19 & Flu Resources
Pharmacy 134-40 Springfield Boulevard, Queens COVID Express Clinic 90-37 Parsons Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11432 Phone Number: (718) 525-0600
COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
Walgreens/Duane Reade Pharmacy 127-04 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (800) 925-4733 Rite Aid Pharmacy Pharmacy 165-02 Baisley Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (718) 525-7642 Baisley Pharmacy Pharmacy 165-70 Baisley Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (718) 528-2246
Pharmacy 127-04 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (800) 925-4733
Walgreens/Duane Reade Pharmacy 219-14 Merrick Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (800) 925-4733
Rite Aid Pharmacy Pharmacy 165-02 Baisley Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (718) 525-7642
PharmEx Pharmacy Pharmacy 142-08 Rockaway Blvd, Queens Phone Number: (917) 444-1985
Stop & Shop Pharmacy Pharmacy 134-40 Springfield Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (718) 525-0600
To find a vaccination site near you, use the Walgreens/Duane Reade City’s Vaccine Finder at https://vaccinefinder. Pharmacy 219-14 Merrick Boulevard, Queens nyc.gov/. Phone Number: (800) 925-4733
FLU SHOTS
MVP Pediatrics - MVP Multi Medical Primary Care 131-30 Merrick Boulevard, Queens Phone Number: (718) 233-2556
Advantage Care Physicians Rochdale Village Medical Office 169-59 137th Avenue, Queens (646) 680-4227
Stop & Shop Pharmacy
Walgreens/Duane Reade
To find a vaccination site near you, use the City’s Vaccine Finder at https://vaccinefinder. nyc.gov/.
EMERGENCIES
Call 911 for any life-threatening emergencies.
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(Photo Credit : Senior Center)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
TO A LONG-TIME
ROCHDALE SHAREHOLDER
& SENIOR CENTER
ACTIVITIES
PARTICIPANT! The Senior Center would like to celebrate the birthday of the oldest participant of Senior Center activities, Shirley Sillekens. Shirley turned 97 on January 12, 2024. Happy birthday, Shirley!
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NYC COUNCIL SPEAKER HOSTS FAITH LEADERS BREAKFAST
On Thursday, January 25, 2024, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams hosted a Faith Leaders Breakfast in the Commuity Center Club Lounge at 9:00 a.m. The purpose of the breakfast was to discuss and gather feedback on a long list of housing plans that affect people who live in this area.
Community Center Director Julia Shaw and NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.
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NORC OFFERS COVID-19 & FLU VACCINES IN COMMUNIT Y CENTER (Photo Credit : Shannon Vassell.)
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Rochdale Village NORC office held a day for residents -- of all ages -- to have an opportunity to receive COVID and/or flu vaccines. Those who gave it a shot received a $20 Amazon gift card.
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