Rochdale Village Bulletin Newspaper - August 2021 Edition

THE COOPERATORS’ NEWSPAPER

Vol. 57 No. 9

August 2021

SERVING OVER 25,000 SHAREHOLDERS IN THE WORLD’S SECOND LARGEST HOUSING COOPERATIVE

National Night Out at Rochdale Village

(l. to r.) Special Patrolman Roland ‘Robie’ Lee, Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, Chief of Public Safety Adolph Osback, Board Vice President and Public Safety Committee Chairman Talib Bey. (Story on page 29)

A night to recognize community heros and join in the stand against crime.

Rochdale Enjoys Several Outside Activities In The Month Of August

Chairman of the Board gets national honor.

President’s Report - Pg. 2

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General Manager’s Report - Pg. 4

Outdoor watch party for Dalilah Muhammad’s olympic race.

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Board Chairman Honored- Pg. 13

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Watch Party- Pg. 15

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ROCHDALE VILLAGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2020-2021

President’s Message

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: 718276-5700 extension 3360..

OFFICERS OF THE BOARD

Chairman of the Board Clifton Stanley Diaz President Jean Randolph-Castro Vice Presidents Talib Bey Timothy Mercer Janine Cross Ed Douglass Treasurer Barbara Staples Assistant Treasurer Glynis Urquhart Secretary Joyce Williams Assistant Secretary Lisa Stark

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD

Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Ed Douglass Jean Hall Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard Sheila McKenzie Tim Mercer Derrick Shareef Barbara Staples Lisa Stark Glynis Urquhart Joyce Williams Name Pending (State Representative)

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

Budget & Finance Barbara Staples Commercial Services Timothy Mercer Community Center Jean Randolph-Castro/Ed Douglass Community Relations Lisa Stark Legal & Management Jean Randolph-Castro Maintenance Janine Cross Orientation Clifton Stanley Diaz Public Safety Talib Bey Senior Citizens Joyce Williams Youth Planning Gary Hawkins Environmental Conservation Glynis Urquhart Parking Jean Randolph-Castro Information Technology Derrick Shareef & Sheila McKenzie

MANAGEMENT

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. General Managers Marion Scott & Herbert Freedman Assistant Managers Lance Williams, MSI and Jay Williams, RVI 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

- by Jean Randolph-Castro

Greeting Cooperators Now that we are approaching the end of the summer and approaching the fall weather, all vacation and fun is over. We had a great time on Family day, and I would like to thank you all for your cooperation. The music festival was a huge success, we all had a great time. Our first ever movie night was also a success. It was indeed a pleasure to see so many families and friends come out and enjoy the evening together, it was a beautiful event. I am big on family. I am proud, honored and grateful to be the President of the Board and organize my committee to bring all these great events and activities for the quality of life for all Rochdale Village cooperators.

It brings me great joy to see the smiles, happiness and appreciation from everyone. And behind all of this, I work as hard as I play and I love to see things come into fruition.

Projects Progress is important on the 20 plus projects we are working on, the biggest of them being our new convector upgrade. They are currently being installed in the community rooms and group offices. Now that Rochdale Village has the first shipment of convectors, I am very happy Management is making sure to have a group of professional teams on the premises working together during the install. When the contractor removes the old convectors from the wall the exterminator will be right there to treat the area. This will keep the rodents away and contribute to the exterminating done on the grounds, compactors and everywhere to cut back on any vermin.

Events & Appreciation I am always grateful for our Public Safety Department, and I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Captain Ernest Gaither who has been under the supervision of one of our best Chiefs, Mr. Adolph Osback. I am also grateful for the Public Safety Committee Chairperson Mr. Talib

Bey and Co-chairperson, Chairman of the Board Clifton Stanley Diaz for their fine preparation for a successful National Night Out event. The presenting of accomplishment awards to those who have done such good work in the Rochdale Village community was well deserved. 113th Precinct officers were also recognized for their phenomenal leadership.

I also do not want to leave out another group during the pandemic and during the summer that kept Rochdale Village buildings and common area sanitized. They kept the grounds clean, everything in order and have been very helpful organizing some of the events I mentioned earlier. A heartfelt thank you to Maintenance Director Mr. Kelvin Pantaleon, Assistant Director Mr. David George, Assistant Director Mr. Conrad Duverney, Grounds Supervisor Mr. Junior Dayes and his entire staff.

We are so blessed for the hard working and caring Rochdale Village Senior Center Director Ms. Sheree Shivers. She and her staff give out fresh fruits and vegetable to our seniors every Wednesday.

I am so grateful for Dr. Maria Hubbard for the grab and go of grocery boxes and fresh fruits and vegetables that were donated to the Rochdale cooperators with the help of our Councilwoman Adrienne Adams.

The Senior Center and the Board of Directors has done a phenomenal job in getting the Covid vaccine and testing done in the community. Please be mindful and continue to wear a mask, this is still a high priority with the Covid disease passing around rapidly.

I am thankful this year that we were able to host a few events for our relaxation and enjoyment.

The Fall festival will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2021, from 7:00 A.M. -6:00 P.M. Masks and social distancing are still in effect during the festival. We were fortunate that we were able to have the annual summer camp that enabled parents to let the kids come out and enjoy some of the summer under the supervision of

President, Jean Randolph-Castro

the Community Center Director Ms. Julia Shaw.

Thank you, Cooperators, we are family and as you know the quality of life is most important including the projects that being implemented. All of this is being done professionally and on time.

And that is our goal. Keep in mind we all live here. As a member of the Board of directors, I have been living here over 35 years with my family. The Board wants to make sure that everything stays in perspective so that you can have a great life here. As you know, this is a retiring community including all our young adults and youth that live here. We want to keep Rochdale affordable and living on a higher standard and the best quality of life that we can.

Rochdale Board Election 2021 Keep in mind as an ELECTION is coming up, make sure to read your literatures. Make sure you choose wisely who you put on the Board to continue the great things that we are doing here in Rochdale Village. Your vote is your voice.

I will continue to lead, that is my goal and I will continue to serve you, to the best of my knowledge to keep you happy along with my colleagues. This will maintain the best quality living n Rochdale Village ever.

Continue to stay safe.

Peace, Love & Blessings.

Jean Randolph-Castro

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Monthly Report Monthly Report

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by Marion Marion Scott Scott

General Manager’s Monthly Report for July 2021 IMPORTANCE OF KEEPING MONEY IN THE COMMUNITY

The concept of keeping money circulating within a community has long been heralded and when put into practice has had great success for the respective groups’ or locale’s economic growth. One of the most notable success stories unfortunately was aborted and overshadowed by the Tulsa Race Massacre that devasted the Greenwood District of Oklahoma. Prior to the atrocities committed, Greenwood became a self-contained and reliant community with a population of 10,000 at the time and thrived as the epicenter of African American business and culture, particularly on bustling Greenwood Avenue, commonly known as “Black Wall Street”. Recently in Stonecrest, Georgia the New Black Wall Street Market was established with these same ideologies in mind; with a community of approximately 25,000 people, Rochdale Village can take community economics to new heights.

Rochdale has 20 residential buildings, produces its own electricity, heat and A/C, has over 350 employees (making it one of the largest employers in the area), community spaces and over 60 commercial spaces signifying that everything needed for a thriving community is already intact. The property does not receive outside funding and is supported chiefly by cooperator’s carrying charges. One thing that can be improved on, is where residents choose to shop for their various needs.

Prior to and amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, many cooperators prefer to go shopping off-site for various reasons. Admittedly not all needs can be found within our commercial

portfolio however most necessities are certainly found in the Village. The timing for local support could not be more crucial. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy, “In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the United States. Along with illness and death, the pandemic brought widespread economic disruption. Businesses closed and unemployment surged to levels not seen since the Great Depression.”

There are a plethora of benefits of doing business locally. By keeping the circulation of money within our local community, our energy or wealth is kept intact, and our community can meet its needs and prosper.

It supports and stimulates economic relations within a strong community with greater accountability and responsibility as wells as increasing effectiveness and sustainability. We encourage all residents to consider the impact of how doing business within Rochdale effects its economic growth.

Understanding that some may have had unpleasant experiences with local businesses in the past and it is easier to just walkway and do business elsewhere.

The alternative is becoming more involved within the community by attending Board and committee meetings where suggestions or concerns can be heard, holding those businesses accountable and fighting to build the wealth in the community we love. Management will do its part by suggesting and implementing ideas brought forth and ensuring our commercial leases abide by their lease agreements. The power of economic sustainability within this community, however, is ultimately in the cooperator’s hands.

CONVECTOR PROJECT UPDATE

We are fast approaching the mobilization and commencement of the much-anticipated convector replacements.

To jumpstart the project and avoid any unnecessary delays, our Group Managers are currently inspecting apartments for obstructions and potential preextermination requirements for bedbugs. Based on feedback from these inspections and prior to the commencement of any installation work, our exterminator will pre-treat for bed bugs. In addition, independent notices to known hoarders will be given in person by the Group Managers to clean up apartments for necessary access to convectors. Compliance is crucial in order to have clear access and keep the project running smoothly. We will assist in the cleanup process when feasible.

We expect our first delivery of convectors for all common areas to arrive on-site during the week of August 16th and the first major delivery of 2,000 convectors for the apartments will arrive on site in early September. We had hoped for an earlier delivery date, but the delay was due to thermostat availability and a tieup in Customs at the Canadian Border, both due to COVID-19.

We will commence installations in Group 5, Building 20, C-Section, A-Line around mid-September dependent upon actual delivery of convectors. Shareholders in Building 20 can expect to receive the first notices to be hand delivered to each apartment the week of August 16th. Additional notices will be sent as we get closer to the date and a phone call to all shareholders the day prior to entering the apartment. Access will be needed for two days and all work will be done weekdays,

Monday through Friday (there are no weekend appointments).

Day 1 will consist of demolition, removal of old convectors, extermination, patching up openings and installation of new convectors. Day 2 will be for finishing work and painting.

NEW ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Lance Williams is resigning from Marion Scott Real Estate (“MSI”) and from his position as Assistant General Manager of Rochdale Village.

Lance was a valuable asset to our Rochdale Village team; he will be missed, and we wish him the very best in all his future endeavors. As a result of his departure, we have made some changes to the upper management structure.

Wilfred Rodriguez will be returning to Rochdale in the Assistant General Manager Position. Wilfred’s success at Rochdale Village began when he was just 19 years old as a porter. He rose through the ranks taking a myriad of courses through 32BJ was promoted to handyman.

Later he was promoted again to group manager and onward to run his own site in Brooklyn.

He has had continues success in Brooklyn preparing monthly board reports, preparing annual reports, managing a $10 million operating budget, overseeing legal, managing building maintenances and handling move-ins/ move-outs. He has undoubtedly sought out new challenges and persevered throughout his entire work career. Wilfred appears to be the natural option to pick up where Lance leaves off.

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THE HAZARDS OF HOARDING

BY Cynthia Bernadine

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ith many projects happening within Rochdale Village such as the replacement of convectors, it is important that shareholders remember that maintenance and technicians will have to periodically enter the home to perform services/ repairs. Having excessive clutter will make it impossible for contractors to perform these necessary services.

Overtime, accumulating excessive amounts of things (hoarding) will begin to consume the majority of space in the home, and lead to blocking access to areas and exits, which becomes a safety hazard for the shareholder and anyone living in the home.

Massive amounts of belongings creates dangerous situations and puts the cooperator at risk. Some of the risks includes water damage of personal property from leaks that cannot be seen immediately due to kitchen/ bathroom clutter, rodent infestation, increased trip and fall hazards and more serious situations such as fires.

Fires could cause loss to the property as well as loss of life.

When a home becomes so filled with

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items that there is no easy access to exits, there is a risk of death should a fire start and the occupants are unable to escape or fire fighters are not able to quickly gain entry.

In 2018, ABC News reported that an 82-year old woman died in her Queens, NY home when a fire broke out and “heavy clutter” prevented rescue teams from reaching her in time.

Rochdale Village management and board wants to ensure that cooperators are safe at all times. It is extremely important that all cooperators, especially those with a large collection of personal items, have things properly stored away, not blocking doors, convectors, electrical panel boxes, halls or exits. This will ensure that cooperators are able to receive necessary home improvements/ repairs and/or emergency services when needed without any delays.

If you are 65 years or older and would like assistance with resources to help you, contact the Rochdale Village Social Service office at (718) 525-2800

Photo credit: ABC News.

THE FIRST DELIVERY OF 142 CONVECTORS HAS ARRIVED

ejoice, the first set of convectors have been safely delivered to Rochdale Village and so installation will begin shortly. Convector units similar to the one below will replace the ones currently in apartments across the Rochdale campus. Look out for a display model coming soon, location to be determined. Shareholders are asked to avail themselves to Group Managers who are currently inspecting apartments for obstructions to the convector install.

John from Genesys Construction Corp. oversees work.

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Month ended June 30, 2021 (FISCAL 2022)

FOR THE THREE MONTHS, ENDED JUNE 30, 2021, CONTROLLABLE INCOME BEFORE INTEREST, DEPRECIATION, AMORTIZATION, AND INCOME TAXES INCREASED $1,179,000 TO $3,293,000 AS COMPARED TO $2,114,000 IN THE BUDGET. BELOW YOU WILL FIND AN EXPLANATION OF THE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN EACH CATEGORY:

Total expenses - For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021decreased $(1,356,000) to $17,118,000 as compared to $18,475,000 in the Budget. The decrease is explained in the following expense categories:

Commercial rental revenue - For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Commercial rental revenue decreased $(73,000) to $1,291,000 as compared to $1,365,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to the continuing impact of COVID-19.

Power Plant: 1.

Fuel and Utilities For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Fuel and utility expenses decreased $(214,000) to $3,188,000 as compared to $3,403,000 in the Budget.

Administrative: For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Management and administrative expenses increased $120,000 to $1,433,000 as compared to $1,313,000 in the Budget. The Controllable Income is defined increase is principally due to Conas income less variable expenses sulting fees that were higher than that can be managed by the Com- anticipated in the Budget. pany (“A measure of Operation efficiency of the Company). It Janitorial & Grounds costs: is commonly known as EBITDA For the Three Months, ended June (Earnings before Interest, Taxes 30, 2021, Janitorial and Grounds and Depreciation and Amortiza- expenses decreased $(153,000) to $1,629,000 as compared to tion). $1,783,000 in the Budget.

Operating Revenue and Expense Maintenance and operating variances are explained below: costs For the Three Months, ended June REVENUE Total revenue For the Three 30, 2021, Maintenance and OperMonths, ended June 30, 2021 de- ating costs were in-line with the creased $(177,000) to $20,412,000 Budget. as compared to $20,589,000 in the Budget. This decrease is ex- Public Safety: For the Three plained in the Revenue analysis Months, ended June 30, 2021, Public Safety costs decreased below: $(352,000) to $1,256,000 as comApartment revenue - For the pared to $1,609,000 in the BudThree Months, ended June 30, get. This decrease is principally 2021 was relatively unchanged due to the Budget reflecting a full at $18,185,000 as compared to staff and Security salaries are not $18,224,000 in the Budget. at full staff yet.

Community Center revenue For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Community Center revenue decreased principally due to the Budget reflecting the partial return to operations in April 2021 and the Community Center is still being impacted by COVID-19.

EXPENSES

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Other Power Plant Expenses For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Other Power Plant expenses decreased slightly as compared to the Budget.

Insurance Expense For the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021, Insurance expenses

were relatively in-line with the have a tentative settlement of this Budget. litigation that is as follows: We are still negotiating with NYC to Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) increase the allocation of corpoFor the Three Months, ended June rate expenses from 11.8% to 18% 30, 2021, Real estate tax (Shel- which would be retroactive to ter rent) expenses decreased 2020. This settlement will result $(77,000) to $1,047,000 as com- in a greater reduction in Shelter pared to $1,125,000 in the Bud- rent than if we switched to GAAP. get. The decrease is related to the actual invoices being slightly less Overall, Rochdale Village Inc.’s Controllable Income results For than anticipated in the Budget. the Three Months, ended June 30, 2021 show that Rochdale Village Employee Benefits For the Three Months, ended Inc.’s results were above the BudJune 30, 2021, Employee Benefits get. expense decreased $(681,000) to $1,688,000 as compared to BALANCE SHEET $2,370,000 in the Budget. The Due to the COVID-19 impact, our decrease is related to the payroll Balance Sheet is impacted in June expenses accrued at year end for as follows: payroll paid in April 2021 that re- 1. Accounts Receivable – lated to the last week of FY 2021. The Accounts Receivable balance When this was paid in April 2021, increased $2,949,000 since the bethe accrual was adjusted and the ginning of COVID-19. Of which, individual payroll accounts re- $2,340,000 relates to cooperators flect the payroll expense in April. and $620,000 relates to commerThe net impact between employee cial tenants. This increase is rebenefits and payroll $0. lated to the impact of COVID-19 and residents and commercial tenAll Other Expenses were rela- ants not paying rent or the rents are being paid late. It should be tively in-line with the Budget. noted that courts are now opening and will allow us to move forward Looking forward 1.

Paperless Solution – This legally to collect past due rents. project is currently being evaluatPPP (Payroll Protection ed. We are considering investing 2. in certain software products that Program) – In April 2020, we rewill allow Rochdale Village Inc. ceived a $6,029,300 PPP loan that to work with our vendors to have will be used to keep all employees invoices electronically transmit- employed. This loan was recordted to Rochdale and uploaded to ed in a separate cash account and our software. We an set up as a liability until the loan is forgiven. We have completed 2.

Computer Software solu- our submission of documents to tion – This project is currently be- Citibank for forgiveness and Ciing evaluated. We are also inves- tibank approved $6,005,000 for tigating certain software products loan forgiveness and has submitto replace our current software. ted the Loan Forgiveness appliThis will upgrade our current DOS cation to the SBA for approval. based system to a windows-based There was approximately $25,000 system. We anticipate selecting a that wasn’t approved by Citibank new system by end of 2021. and we are in the process of contesting that amount.

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Article 78 – During the Shelter Rent litigation, NYC did 3. Reserve Funds (Wells not agree to change the method Fargo and HCR)- The reserve they are using for Depreciation. balance was $59,128,000 as of As a result, we have initiated liti- June 2021. gation (called an Article 78). We

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY & YTD 2021 and 2022

Rochdale Village, Inc. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AGING FY 2022

Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2020, 2021 and 2022

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Receivable Activity FY 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022

Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Receivable Carrying Charges (ONLY) >$100 in Aging FY 2022

Rochdale Village Inc. Community Center Profit & Loss Statement FY 2020, 2021 and 2022 Actual vs. Budget

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Public Safety Report

- by Chief Adolph Osback

Public Safety Monthly Report July 2021

Enclosed is the statistical data relative to the performance of the Rochdale Village Public Safety Department during the month of July 2021. Public Safety maintains 24 hour /7 days a week coverage.

COMPLAINTS:

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During the month of July 2021, the Public Safety Department has continued to focus attention on loitering, trespassing, noise complaints and all other quality of life violations. As a result, Public Safety Department officers responded to a total of (103) loitering and (132) noise complaints from Cooperators which were resolved as follows:

a) Founded-Compliant- (68) Loiterers complied with officers’ directives to leave and (51) of the noise complaint sources corrected the volume of the noise. b) Unfounded Calls-(31) unfounded loitering complaints and (74) unfounded noise complaints (officers responded but no loiterers were present or no noise could be heard). c) Founded/Non-Compliant Calls- Loitering individuals and noise complaints - Non-compliant of directives – (4) received violations for loitering and (7) received a violation for noise complaints.

For the month of July 2021 there was a grand total of (3) arrests made on Rochdale Village Grounds. The Public Safety Department will continue to organize in order to better serve the Rochdale Village community.

DVR UNIT ACTIVITY:

RISK MANAGEMENT INCIDENTS 25 INVESTIGATIVE INCIDENTS 24 VIOLATIONS ISSUED 02 RELATED ARREST INCIDENTS

03 FIRE INCIDENTS 02 TOTAL INCIDENTS 56

TASK FORCE UNIT ACTIVITIES:

• Conducted (19) Directed & Routine Verticals.

• Made (0) arrests, issued (0) Trespass Notifications, issued (0)

C-Summonses, issued (12) violations to include (2) for loitering and encountered (110) Loiterers during routine and directed patrols.

• Responded to assigned calls from Central Dispatch (38).

• Conducted (0) Tenant Verifications

TOWING ACTIVITY

The Public Safety Department towed (18) vehicles and issued (158) warning stickers for the violation of various parking rules throughout the complex.

ROUTINE AND *DIRECTED VERTICAL PATROLS BY ROCHDALE PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS AND SUPERVISORS:

Vertical patrols are conducted on a daily basis. Officers and Supervisors patrol the stairwells, hallways, rooftops and parking lots at different hours in an effort to curtail unlawful activities. *Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed in order to proactively reduce Quality of Life conditions in designated “Hot Spots” as determined by community complaints and the analysis of various patrol reports.

BUILDING VERTICALS, GROUND FLOOR INSPECTIONS AND PARKING LOT CHECKS: 4483 *DIRECTED VERTICALS: TOTAL POST INSPECTIONS:

683 5166

PUBLIC SAFETY RESPONDED TO CALLS FOR ASSISTANCE CALLS FOR ASSISTANCE AND REFFERED CALLS TO THE MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT TOTAL CALLS RECEIVED FOR ASSISTANCE:

1147 759

COOPERATOR ESCORTS AIDED SICK/ INJURY AND ELEVATOR ENTRAPMENTS:

127 83

TOTAL INCIDENT REPORTS GENERATED: MAIL VOLUME DELIVERED BY PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER:

154 1342

ARREST(S): IN HOUSE DETAINED: GRAND TOTAL OF ARRESTS:

3 0 3

VIOLATIONS ISSUED: CRIMINAL MISCHIEF/AUTO: EVICTION(S):

68 7 00

VIOLATIONS Listed are the classifications of Notice of Violations issued:

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Provided by 113th Precinct Sergeant Kevin Watz, Crime Analysis Division to Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, Public Safety Chair Talib Bey and Co-Chair Clifton Stanley Diaz

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ENDING GUN VIOLENCE IN QUEENS ROUNDTABLE

By Cynthia Bernadine

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n July 21, 2021, Former NY Governor, Andrew Cuomo, announced the first-in-the-nation Gun Violence Disaster Emergency as part of a new tactic to build a safer New York. This new initiative brings New York State’s total commitment to reduce gun violence to $154.7 million.

On Wednesday, August 4, 2021 in the Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom, the Governor’s office hosted its first Queens Community Roundtable led by Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz.

The room was filled with community leaders, pastors and activists from the King of Kings to Erica Ford, FAITH (“Fathers Alive in the Hood”) and many more covering the gamut of Queens to include the

Rockaways and South Jamaica. All in attendance to participate in an effort to find answers to hard questions about youth and guns. The plan is to use the information and feedback given during the roundtable talks as a tool towards improving community resources; by using the funding to increase the number of gun violence intervention programs for at-risk youth of Queens. We can only hope that continued dialogue between the Local and State governments in conjunction with community leaders is a part of an ongoing plan to successfully meet the needs of the community.

Call 1-866-486-7867 or 1-866-GUNSTOP to anonymously report any illegal gun use or sale.

Queens District Attorney Melinda R. Katz gives an address.

#SafeSummer2021

Photo Credits : Olayemi Okeniyi.

Marion Phillips gives presentation.

Community leaders break into groups to brainstorm.

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LOBBY LEAKS: WHY IS IT HAPPENING?

By Cynthia Bernadine

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eaks in building lobbies, believe it or not, are usually not caused by pipe failure. These leaks pop up due to condensation on the outside of dual temp riser pipes. What are dual temp risers? Dual temp risers bring hot water for heat in the winter and chilled water for A/C in the summer. The mixture of cold and hot air outside the pipes causes a buildup of water particles. Since we are now in the summer months with temperatures consistently

rising, the pipes are sweating just as we are which is causing these annoying leaks.

In the picture to the right, provided by a cooperator it appears that the section of pipe insulation in that building was removed, probably for a repair, and was not reinsulated.

Which can also be the case in other building lobby leaks.

Although it seems like a simple fix, it is not. It is actually somewhat tricky to do in the summer as the pipes need to be dry and the condensation prevents that from being the case. A permanent fix to this

problem is a very expensive and complicated fix. Currently the maintenance department is assessing the current lobby leaks site wide for proper insulation, temporarily shut down risers as needed so that they can be dry and re-wrap the affected area. That should take care of 90% of our lobby issues. The remaining 10% will be addressed on a case-bycase basis. If you would like to report a leak in your building, please contact the maintenance department.

Photo credit: Maintenance facebook page

In order for our bodies to work properly it is important to KEEP HYDRATED, especially during heatwaves.

Please check on your elderly neighbors.

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BOARD CHAIRMAN RECIEVES NATIONAL HONORS FOR ROCHDALE WORK

By Olayemi Okeniyi

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ochdale’s Board Chairman, Clifton Stanley Diaz was recently approved as a subject of biographical record in Marquis Who’s Who in America. He was nominated for this honor because of his efforts during the lockdown part of the COVID-19 pandemic.

First published in 1899, Marquis Who’s Who in America is a comprehensive biographical dictionary of notable men and women, which aims to shed additional light on what makes these inspiring individuals who they are.

According to Rochdale Cooperator Carl Harrison who has known Diaz for almost 30 years, “He is not just good, He is exemplary.” Harrison described the Board chairman as a hardworking, neighbor who can be reached and always follows up on each issue.

As an original Rochdale cooperator, Diaz knows the campus back to front and is committed to his duties. In the past he served as Board Chairman as well as Ombudsman.

Rochdale’s Ombudsman recieves complaints, investigates them and works to settle them for

shareholders. Even after vacating the role, Diaz continues to act as a problem solver. He was instrumental in improving relationships with the police force and when packages were being stolen, he worked with Congressman Meeks to get new USPS parcel boxes installed.

Civic leader, Garth Merchant described Diaz as “a crack negotiator for his community and the surrounding South Queens area. He gets things done. We need leaders like that,” he said.

When things shutdown in

New York due to the Pandemic in 2020, there were many essential operations under Rochdale’s board of directors along with management that remained open to ensure the continued function and safety of all cooperators. Specifically, the most vulnerable, homebound residents.

According to Diaz, being a member of the Rochdale Village Community was reason enough for him to go over and above for the society and he intends to continue to work for Rochdale if the Delta variant becomes an issue here.

THE TWIN PINES SIGN RESTORED TO COMMUNITY CENTER

By Olayemi Okeniyi

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he Twin Pine logo that graces every Rochdale Village document and was made into a sign and place prominently in front of the Community Center was taken down and put into storage when the entrance to the center was being renovated. However, when the work was completed, it was not replaced. After a while, several Rochdale Village cooperators noticed its absence and took every opportunity to ask Rochdale Village Board Chairman, Clifton Stanley Diaz where it was. Diaz took it upon himself to track it down and it was eventually found in storage.

However, its time in storage had not been kind to this symbol of Rochdale Village. Diaz realizing it was in poor condition enlisted John from Genesys Construction Corp to help restore it.

According to John the Contractor who oversaw the work on the front of the Community Center, the biggest issue was rehashing the aluminum, which had

become corroded.

The sign was in such bad condition that the possibility of throwing it away was considered but the cost of repair compared to the cost of making a replacement sign took that idea off the table.

The sign was sent to a shop where the aluminum was sandblasted, then painted with powder coating to fill in the green and yellow. Previously, the sign was shaped like the twin pines but was not colored in. The restored sign sits in front of the Community Center today, in its true colors looking better than ever.

(l. to r.) John from Genesys Construction Corp., Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, Assistant General Manager Jay Williams.

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Campers celebrate the end of Outdoor Summer Camp.

Group C performs what they learnt from the Elite Marching Band

Campers and counselors show off tie and dye crafts

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Photo Credits : Olayemi Okeniyi.

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ROCHDALE’S OLYMPIAN TAKES SILVER AND GOLD IN TOKYO!

By Cynthia Bernadine

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ormally when you have a family member participating in any Olympic sport you look forward to being in the stands cheering them on from only a few feet away.

Olympians look forward to looking up into those stands and seeing the smiling faces of their loved ones inspiring them to the finish line.

However, this year was different.

The 2020 Summer Olympics was postponed to 2021 due to the pandemic, and even then, there was to be no spectators in the arena or sports venues making for no cheering section a few feet away.

Instead, the cheering sections were thousands of miles away watching our hometown favorite, Dalilah Muhammad remotely. The distance did not stop Dalilah’s family, friends and community from gathering around a large screen in the Rochdale Village Community Center Courtyard anxiously awaiting to see her win. A watch party event hosted by the Rochdale Village Community Center Committee, the Rochdale Village Community Center along with the Muhammad family was the stage on Tuesday, August 3, 2021.

And when Dalilah ran through the ribbon, securing her Silver medal for the Women’s 400m hurdles, the crowd erupted, jumping and clapping and feeling a proudness that cannot be explained.

Muhammad told reporters on Wednesday. “Sure, there are al-

ways things you want to do better.

But you use this as a springboard to the next. This is not my last race.” (refinery29.com)

It definitely was not her last race or last medal. Dalilah went on to win Gold on the U.S. women’s 4x400m relay team a few days later on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

In all the excitement, Rochdale Board President, Jean Randolph-Castro expressed pride in Dalilah stating that a parade would be held in her honor on her return.

Council Member Adrienne E. Adams echoed the same sentiment.

Dalilah’s parents stated “words can not began to express the joy we have watching our daughter Dalilah accomplish her goals. She ran a phenomenal race 51:58 obliterating her own first two world records. There are just no words for this beautiful spiritual young lady. She represented Rochdale and the Queens area as well as the USA outstanding”. And represented she did. We congratulate Dalilah Muhammad on all her successes thus far and all the ones yet to come.

Summer campers made posters to cheer on Dalilah Muhammad.

(l. to r.) Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Dalilah’s mother Nadirah Muhammad, sister Jamillah and Father, Askia Muhammad, Board Secretary Joyce Williams with Dalilah’s nieces in front.

Dalilah’s mother and cooperators cheer her on.

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Our Rochdale Villa Music Festival 2021 (Photo credits: Larry Love Moore)

The Community Center Committee lead by Board President, Jean Randolph-Castro (center) worked hard to make the Music Festival a success.

The music festival opened with gosepel music.

Board Director Gary Hawkins (right) enjoying the music festival jazz selection.

(l. to r.) Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, Board Vice President Janine Cross, Board Assistant Treasurer Glynis Urquhart.

Cooperators enjoying the Music Festival.

Members of Committed 2 Christ Gospel gets into the music.

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Community Center Committee hosts Movie Night 2021 (Photo credits: Cynthia Bernadine)

Rochdale families brought out their picnic blankets, mats and foldable chairs to comfortably enjoy movie night.

(l.to r.) Board Director Jean Hall and Board President Jean Randolph-Castro.

Rochdale’s maintenance staff get treated at the annual thank you luncheon.

Soul (2020) Pixar’s first film to feature an African-American protagonist is a crowd favorite.

Inflatable chairs were provided for early birds.

MAINTENANCE THANK YOU LUNCHEON

(Photo credits: Olayemi Okeniyi)

Maintenace Committe serves up a delicious feast.

(l. to r.) Assistant General Manager Lance Williams, Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Assistant General Manager Jay Williams and Maintenance Director, Kelvin Pantaleon.

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Board Secretary Joyce Williams

ROCHDALE VILLAGE 2021 FAMILY FUN DAY CELEBRATION

(l. to r. back) Rabbi Garth, Community Board 12 President Rev. Carlene Thorn, Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, (l. to r. front) Cooperator Rose Mary, Assembly Member Vivian Cook, Board President Jean Randolph-Castro, Civil Court Judge Cassandra Johnson, Board Assistant Treasurer Glynis Urquhart.

Borough President Donovan Richards and Board Director Maryam Hubbard.

Photo credit: Larry Love Moore.

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SHRED FEST 2021: KEEPING YOUR IDENTITIES SAFE AND YOUR COMMUNITY GREEN

By Cynthia Bernadine

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he Rochdale Village Maintenance Committee hosted their annual two-day shred fest to help cooperators dispose of their sensitive documents in a secure and safe way. The event took place on August 20th and August 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on both days. Cooperators were able to bring two bags per person and watch as their documents are shredded.

Identity theft is the unlawful use of an individual’s personal identification information and has been on the rise in NYC. Identity thefts in New York surged during the pandemic with more than 67,000 complaints filed statewide in 2020, which was 85 percent more than the previous year and more than four times the annual total from a decade earlier, according to a report released by New York State

Maintenance staff work hand in hand with Maintence Committee members.

Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli in May of 2021.

These brazen thieves steal information such as your name, social security number, driver’s license information, or bank and credit card accounts and use the information to establish credit, make purchases, apply for loans or even seek unemployment benefits.

Having annual shred fests

The shreding truck only accepts paper so everything must be sorted.

like this provides the community with the opportunity to protect themselves from becoming a victim of identity theft. Apart from the benefits of identity protection, shred fest is a quick and effective way for Rochdale residents to dispose of a lot of paper which can constitute a fire hazard.

The event also protects the environment as all shredded paper collected are recycled. A win win!

Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz lends a hand.

Photo credit: Olayemi Okeniyi.

Several people waited and watched until their documents were shredded.

Board Vice President and Maintenace Committee Chair Janine Cross and Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz pose with Shred Fest helpers.

A COVID van visited Rochdale from Monday, August 16 to Friday, August 20, 2021. Visit www.nyc.gov/covid to find the nearest vaccination clinic.

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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - July 26, 2021

R29-21: FY 2022 AND FY2023 BUDGET Moved by: Jean Randolph-Castro Seconded by: Talib Bey

struction, to undertake the Bulkhead Masonry Repairs project, subject to approval from the New York State Homes & Community Renewal and to be funded from the HCR Reserves account.

WHEREAS, in accordance with the Division of Housing and Community Renewal Code and Regulations, the Company prepared operating Budgets for Fiscal Year 2022 and Fiscal Year 2023;

WHEREAS, the operating Budgets for Fiscal 2022 and 2023 reflect a deficit of ($1,445,802) and a deficit of ($681,567), respectively; and

WHEREAS, determination of whether a carrying charge increase may or may not be needed to cover the Fiscal 2022 and 2023 deficits will be determined by the end of 2021, depending on the factors mentioned in the cover letter; and

WHEREAS, the Company reviewed the operating Budgets for fiscal 2022 and 2023 with the Budget & Finance Committee; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors approves the Budgets for Fiscal years 2022 and 2023, pending approval by the New York State Homes and Community Renewal.

FOR

FOR Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro

Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass Sheila McKenzie

Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams AGAINST

Jean Hall ABSENT Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard

Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart Ten for, one against, four absent; motion passes.

R30-21: BULKHEAD MASONRY REPAIRS (59) Moved by: Talib Bey Seconded by: Joyce Williams

WHEREAS, the Board approved via resolution dated February 1, 2021 the hire of O & C General Construction (O & C) to undertake the Bulkhead Masonry project estimated at $700,000 to repair the fifty-nine (59) bulkheads requiring restoration,

WHEREAS, protocols pertaining to limits of insurance have been established requiring all vendors doing work at the campus and for new incoming vendors to meet certain limits of which O & C earnestly tried to satisfy but were unable to do so,

WHEREAS, Management sought to utilize the services of the second lowest bidder, A & A Restoration, Inc. but they too were unable to meet the requirements,

WHEREAS, in an effort to keep cost at a bare minimum, Bay Restoration Corp., the Contractor working on the thirteen (13) Roof Recoveries project agreed to undertake the job at the same prices provided by the low bidder, O & C,

WHEREAS, this is advantageous for Rochdale Village considering the cost savings of utilizing the Contractor already working on the roofs as well as the fact it saves the time of having to go back out to bid.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors agrees to accept proposal from Bay Restoration Corp. at the same unit prices provided by the low bidder, O & C General Con-

Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro

Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass Sheila McKenzie

Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams ABSTAIN

Jean Hall

ABSENT Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard

Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart Ten for, one abstention, four absent; motion passes.

R31-21:SATELLITE AREA RENOVATION FENCING Moved by: Janine Cross Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro WHEREAS, the area presently being used to house old satellite dishes is not only outdated and useless but an eyesore; WHEREAS, renovating and beautifying the area would include, but not be limited to the installation of a gazebo, sitting area, lighting, tiling, new shrubbery, perimeter walls, wrought iron fencing, handicap ramp and a waterfall; WHEREAS, the Satellite Area will be done in phases due to budgetary constraints with the first phase including labor and materials that will not exceed $95,000; WHEREAS, the next phase will be brought to the Board for review before commencement with a not to exceed amount to be determined at that time;

WHEREAS, proposals were sought from nineteen (19) qualified contractors to provide the labor for renovating the area of which two (2) companies provided proposals as follows:

COMPANY BASE BID

Genesys Construction Corp.

$296,700

Pioneer General Construction

$323,000

WHEREAS, Genesys Construction Corp. provided the lowest responsible bid in the amount of $296,700 for the total overall cost to renovate the satellite area of which only $95,000 will be approved for the first phase; and

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors accepts the proposal from Genesys Construction Corp. for the first phase in the amount of $95,000 to be funded from the HCR Reserves and subject to approval from the New York State Homes & Community Renewal.

FOR Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro

anine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass Sheila McKenzie

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Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Joyce Williams AGAINST

Timothy Mercer Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark Glynis Urquhart

Joyce Williams ABSTAIN

Jean Hall

Jean Hall

ABSENT

UNABLE TO BE REACHED

Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard

Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart

Ten for, one against, four absent; motion passes.

Eleven for, one abstention and three unable to be reached; Telephone vote passed.

R32-21: CANCELLATION OF AUGUST BOARD MEETING Moved by: Talib Bey Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro WHEREAS, the August 2021 Board Meeting at Rochdale Village is scheduled for August 23, 2021, when many of the cooperators and their families are away for a summer vacation or busy getting ready before the school year starts; and

WHEREAS, this is a difficult time of the year for cooperators and Board Members to attend the meeting and the August meeting has been cancelled for many years at Rochdale Village.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors cancels the August 2021 Board Meeting.

FOR Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro

Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz

Edward Douglass Jean Hall

Sheila McKenzie Timothy Mercer

Derrick Shareef Lisa Stark

Joyce Williams ABSENT Gary Hawkins Maryam Hubbard Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart Eleven for, four absent; motion passes.

R33-21: TELEPHONE VOTE FOR STARZ PROMOTIONAL VAN

WHEREAS, the Councilwoman’s office contacted the Board Office to ask permission to allow a Starz promotional van to advertise for an upcoming show called Power Book 3: Raising Kanan;

WHEREAS, the van would be on premises at Mall 1 on Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., playing music and giving out free merchandise to the community; and

WHEREAS, no special guests or celebrities will be in attendance and Starz would be providing their own security detail.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors approves the allowance fo the Starz Promotional Van at Mall 1 on Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. FOR

Jean Randolph-Castro Edward Douglass Maryam Hubbard

Janine Cross Gary Hawkins Sheila McKenzie

Talib Bey Barbara Staples

Clifton Stanley Diaz

R34-21: TELEPHONE VOTE FOR HPD LOAN

WHEREAS, New York City Council Member Adrienne Adams has allocated to Rochdale Village, Inc., through the New York City HPD, $2.88 million; Borough President Donovan Richards has allocated Rochdale Village, Inc. $500,000 through New York City HPD; and Queens County District Attorney, Melinda Katz has allocated $400,000 for a total of $3.78 million and WHEREAS, New York City HPD has indicated that the aforesaid allocation of funds must be paid using a thirty-year mortgage not a grant; and

WHEREAS, the Rochdale Village Board of Directors has had extensive conversations and virtual meetings with HPD and legal counsel; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village Board of Directors wants to express their gratitude to Council Member Adrienne Adams, Borough President Donovan Richards and Queens County District Attorney, Melinda Katz for their allocation; and

NOW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village Board of Directors approves a mortgage with the City of New York for $3,780,000 - NO INTEREST - NO PAYMENT - NO COST to Rochdale Village of any kind which ends and disappears after thirty years.

FOR Talib Bey Jean Randolph-Castro

Janine Cross Clifton Stanley Diaz Gary Hawkins Barbara Staples Lisa Stark Glynis Urquhart

Joyce Williams AGAINST Jean Hall Maryam Hubbard

Timothy Mercer Sheila McKenzie

Derrick Shareef UNABLE TO BE REACHED

Edward Douglass

Nine for, five against and one unable to be reached; Telephone vote passed.

Board Members: Present Clifton Stanley Diaz - Chairperson Jean Randolph-Castro - President

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~Poetry Corner & Musings...~ WALK ON

By Anthony Blake

GRACE TO CLIMB LIFE HILLS AND VALLEYS

By Alanda Edwards

The path is clear I am not alone My horizon is in front of me I cry not for suffering My tears are assurance in victory It’s my Grandmother’s legacy history My Grandmother would often encourage with, “Walk On” My life full of daily sunrises and sunsets Tomorrow on continuous mode Every walk is harmony Blessings come in multitudes I will never be alone I am connected to Heaven So I am walking on and on Confident and assured Walking and continued walking Head up and held high Living is a chance to journey Learning as you go God’s flow Walking into the sunshine Feel that warmth Walk On

As we find grace to climb life’s hills and valleys Let us look ahead for new ways to contribute to our community By encouraging one another through a song, poem or smile All it takes is a minute to brighten another fellowman’s day With a ray of sunshine The Master may place in your heart that day So it could be a thought On that day you may say or laughter or a smiles Share your smile or laughter with others A sister or brother!

Just do not forget that we all could use a gift A gift of God ‘s grace to climb life’s hills and valleys From God’s spirit to your heart Life’s hills and valleys For as you allow the Master’s touch to share Know we have God’s strength that abides within Be encourage to share with someone kindness Be encouraged

JUST A QUARTER

By ED MILLER

Part 1 Completely submerged in water, How did I get into this mess?

Can’t get away from the sharks.

Could it be the IRS? The dream I dream each night The sharks are chasing me Escape is within reach,then I awake to reality Running through the water The sharks are closing in I reach the open door Then it all begins again.

It’s only a terrible dream Repeated every night Chased by a school of sharks Me, in pajamas, taking flight.

I told my shrink about it It’s symbols for to kno Escape from hungry sharks The reason he would show.

Want to know How I stopped it?

At bedtime, I made a wish I wished for no one nightmares And stopped eating any fish.

(Resolutions continued from page 22) Talib Bey - First Vice-President Timothy Mercer - Second Vice-President Janine Cross - Third Vice-President Edward Douglass - Fourth Vice President Joyce Williams - Secretary Lisa Stark - Assistant Secretary Barbara Staples - Treasurer (Not Present) Glynis Urquhart - Assistant Treasurer (Not Present) Jean Hall Gary Hawkins (Not Present) Maryam Hubbard (Not Present) Sheila Mckenzie Derrick Shareef Also present: MSI Real Estate Herbert Freedman - General Manager

Jay Williams - Assistant General Manager Lance Williams - Assistant General Manager Robert Bernstein, Esq. - Corporate Counsel William Young - Controller Kelvin Pantaleon - Director of Maintenance Adolph Osbach - Chief of Public Safety The agenda for the evening: 1. Motions 2. Adjournment 3. Cooperator’s Session The roll call was taken upon opening the meeting.

Based on the attendance, a quorum was reached.

There was 1 motion requiring board action.

Motion to adjourn came at 8:40 p.m.

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Rochdale Village NORC Calendar - September 2021

PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING TO REDUCE THE SPREAD OF COVID-19.

6 Feet

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Photo credit: Olayemi Okeniyi

Public Safety Officers from Rochdale Village.

Board Vice President and Public Safety Committee Chairman Talib Bey and Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz.

ROCHDALE HITS THE STREET FOR NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Public Safety Committee Chairman Talib Bey prepares for traditional balloon release.

Detective Tanya Duhaney.

Officers from the 113 precinct.

By Olayemi Okeniyi

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afety of the public is an essential part of daily life that most people overlook until their personal safety is compromised. Rochdale Village considers the protection and well-being of cooperators to be of the upmost importance. This can be seen in the constant patrols

by Public Safety Officers, the continued training of all recruits and the close relationship Rochdale

Village maintains with the NYPD’s 113th precinct to enable easy communication and efficient policing.

The tradition of National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that promotes police and community partnerships that was quickly adopted in neighborhoods across America including Rochdale Village. The event is a way to enhance the relationship between neighbors and

Chief of Public Safety Adolph Osback.

Walk of solidarity.

law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community and raise awareness about community policing and anti-crime efforts.

Public Safety Committee Chair and Board Vice President, Talib Bey hosted this year’s event along with Co-chairperson Board Chairman, Clifton Stanley Diaz and Rochdale’s Chief of Public Safety Adolph Osback.

The ceremony began with an opening prayer from Pastor Terry Calhoun

before handing out various awards.

The award ceremony recognized outstanding individuals for their service within the community. As always one of the highlights of the event was the traditional balloon release in honor of loved ones loss due to violence and this year those we lost due to COVID-19. Finally, there was a march of solidarity before refreshments were served.

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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Calendar September 2021 SUNDAY

SATURDAY

See what’s going on in and around our community... There’s a little something for everyone!

Share What’s Happening in Our Community If you are a part of a community organization or have a special event that you would like to be posted, email Rochdalebulletin@gmail.com with the date, time and the subject heading “Community Calendar.” Postings will be at the Editor’s discretion.

KEY CL = Club Lounge RM = Room Within the RV Community Center NOTE: This schedule is tentative. Committee Chairpersons, PLEASE CONTACT THE BOARD OFFICE TO CONFIRM OR ADVISE OF ANY CHANGES TO YOUR SCHEDULED MEETING DATES.

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING MATERIAL TO THE ROCHDALE VILLAGE BULLETIN IS THE 2nd WEEK OF THE MONTH.

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CONGRATULATIONS! NY-05 AND ROCHDALE VILLAGE'S OWN

OLYMPIC SILVER MEDALIST

400-meter hurdles

OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST

4x400-meter relay

DALILAH MUHAMMAD We are so proud of you, Dalilah!

For a second consecutive Olympics, the entire world has witnessed the greatness and talent of Rochdale Village!

CONGRESSMAN

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