Rochdale Village Bulletin Newspaper - March 2021 Edition

Vol. 57 No. 4

THE COOPERATORS’ NEWSPAPER

March 2021

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

NORC, Rochdale Village Senior Center & Board of Directors team up to offer

JOHNSON & JOHNSON VACCINE Don’t Miss Your Shot!

REMEMBERING COVID-19: One Year Later Page 5

The Wait is Over!

1-Shot Vaccine Arrives for ages 4 and Up - Page 3

(l. to r.) Rochdale’s Public Safety Captain Ernest Gaither, Jamal Wilkerson, Chief of Staff for Councilmember Adrienne Adams, Rochdale Village President of the Board of Directors Jean Castro, Dwayne Bell, Group Manager-Circle 5, Adolph Osback Chief,Public Safety, Rev. Dr. Maria Hubbard, guest honoree, Rochdale’s Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz and Community Center Director Julia Shaw.

President’s Report - Message Pg. 2 | - Pg.General Report - Pg. 4 Artknow?

Gallery - Pgs. President’s 2 | Manager’s General Manager’s Report -| Pg.Youth 4 |Planning’s Did you - Pg. 15 14 & 17|

| Projects In Remembrance28 Report - Pgs. Pg. 26-29

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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 Manager Marion Scott 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

Greetings Cooperators, I would like to take the opportunity to wish every cooperator a happy and blessed Easter. As we approach spring, we have been getting some nice, warm days and we are all anxious to be outside enjoying the warm weather, seeing that we have been inside most of the time for the past year due to the pandemic.

I would like to encourage every cooperator to please continue to stay safe, wear a mask and avoid large crowds. Please look out for your neighbors, family and friends.

Past events

On March 20, 2021, Sassie Sa Entertainment collaborated with the Rochdale Village Senior Center and the Senior Citizens Committee gave out soup, sandwiches, water, sodas and other treats to the seniors of Rochdale Village. This event was well attended and a huge success.

Thank you to Sassie Sa Entertainment and the team who worked very hard to put this together. On behalf of the Rochdale Village seniors, I say thank you very much. Your love and support is very much appreciated

Future Events

diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.

Vaccination will be done on Tuesday, April 06, 2021 and Wednesday, April 07, 2021, from the hours of 9:00A.M to 5:00 P.M., in Rochdale Village Grand Ballroom. Registration is required, and can be done by calling the Board of Directors office at (718) 276-5700 ext.3360. Cooperators must provide name, address, DOB, tel.#, email address. There is a deadline for registration. All calls to register must be in by Friday, 02, 2021, at 4:00 P.M., in order to have your name in the system as there will also be online registration for outsiders. It is very important that we do so with this method in order to give Rochdale residents priority registration. You are required to bring your ID on the day of vaccination as residency will be verified. I am urging all of you of the age requirement to please take advantage of the opportunity that is so convenient right here in your community to take the vaccine. I myself have taken it, this will help all of us to keep the spread down, save lives including your own. Most importantly we will be able to enjoy each other’s presence again. Thank you for understanding.

NORC Vaccination for seniors

I am excited that we will be able to vaccinate much more of our seniors next week. Due to high demand of request for the NORC office for the Covid-19 vaccination, I am happy to inform you that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be administered from Thursday, April 8, 2021 to Sunday, April 11, 2021.

That vaccination will be done at the Community Center Room#12&13.

Please note that this vaccine is for Rochdale Village Senior age 60 and over. To register call the NORC Vaccination State Assemblywoman and office at tel.#(718) 525-2800.

Governor Andrew Cuomo office collaborated with the Board to have Covid Testing a two days pop-up vaccination at On Monday, April 12, 2021 Rochdale Village of doses of the to Sunday, April 18, 2021, Covid-19 Johnson & Johnson vaccine will testing will be done at the back gate. be administered each day. The No registration is required, just come requirement is 30 years and older, in line at the back gate. For more an essential worker or if you have information call the NORC office at underlying conditions such as asthma, tel.# (718) 525-2800.

The Rochdale Village Youth Planning Committee will be holding their annual Easter Basket giveaway event on Saturday, April 03, 2021, from the hours of 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. This event is for Rochdale village children only. The children will receive an Easter Basket and a light snack. They will also have the opportunity to have pictures taken with the Easter Bunny character.

President, Jean Randolph-Castro

Projects

The time is fast approaching for the new convectors to be installed in all our apartments. The first batch of convectors are being manufactured and we expect to begin installation this summer. This is a huge project and one that we want to make sure is done right because it is something we will have to live with for many, many years.

Management is in the process of finalizing plans on how the project will go. Notices will go out way in advance so that cooperators can make arrangements for access. As you know we need to get into every apartment so we will need the full cooperation of the shareholders.

Proper Covid-19 protocols will be put in place to ensure the safety of or shareholders and the workers which is most important. The Board and Management is looking to have a community wide meeting through ZOOM to go over all the details and answer any questions or concerns you may have. Notices for the meeting will posted as soon as the date and time is confirmed so please look out for it as we want the community to be involved. Thanking you in advance.

This will enable us to help the operation to run smoothly. Looking forward to your full support.

Continue to stay safe.

Peace, Love & Blessings Jean Randolph-Castro

The next virtual meeting of the Rochdale Village Board of Directors is 7:45 p.m. on Monday, April 26, 2021

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Rochdale Village Inc. & Rochdale Village Social Services Inc.

Rochdale NORC and Senior Center

Covid-19 Vaccinations

What: Johnson & Johnson one-shot Covid-19 vaccine will be given out by appointment only.

When: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, 4/8/2021 through Monday, 4/12/2021 Where: Rochdale Village Community Center Room 11, 12 & 13. Enter through the Community Center's rear courtyard.

How to book an appointment: Call (718) 525-2800.

Press 1 or 2. Listen for the voice prompt for the Senior Center or NORC director. We are prioritizing the registration of seniors (age 60 and over) on a first come, first served basis.

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Monthly Report Monthly Report

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by Marion Marion Scott Scott

General Manager’s Monthly Report for February 2021 The Pandemic: One Year us to continue to pay the bills understanding of the needs tions continue to flow through as there is no other subsidies or of the community by delay- weekly sheets, the monthly Later March 11, 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. At the time it was unclear how this disease would impact our daily lives. A year later we have seen the devastating effects it had and still has as we continue to wear face coverings, practice social distancing, sanitize buildings and conduct meetings via Zoom or other forms of telecommunication. Our collective intestinal fortitude has been tested in ways unimaginable but as it pertains to the affairs of Rochdale Village our valor has been proven.

Teamwork Personified

Very rarely do we invoke our competitive nature, but it is worth mentioning how the Rochdale Village collective “stepped up to the plate” this past year. Let’s take a look how each group contributed to what we view as success in the face of adversity.

Cooperators

Recent reports claim that there is over $1 billion in unpaid rent citywide due to COVID-19 and as of December 2020, rent collection in NYC dropped to 79%. Conversely, we have consistently collected 97% of carrying charges throughout the year. It goes without saying that this enables

funding sources. Rochdale Village shareholders continue to do their part even though facing the same challenges as their fellow New Yorkers, a feat that they should all be proud of.

Board of Directors and Management

One of the greatest accomplishments over the course of the year has been the improved Board/ Management relations and the resulting benefits it has yielded for the community.

Other housing companies have called upon their residents to volunteer with general maintenance upkeep such as garbage removal, have entire buildings with no gas, have experienced power outages for days or simply have no management presence on-site. Meanwhile the Board/Management continues to oversee the business affairs of Rochdale, ensuring shareholder safety by being proactive with buildings sanitizing, working with elected officials and vendors to supply face masks, meals to seniors and most recently providing a way for the village to get vaccinations. Just as important, the company is in good financial shape and we take pride in the fact that we achieved this while remaining compassionate and

ing carrying charges and bulletin, the digital boards suspending late fees. and through the alert system.

Lastly, the power plant crew remains consistent with opRochdale Staff

A sign indicative of erating the equipment that good management is that keeps the power on. This was they are virtually invisible done while we dealt with the to the communities they same challenges as the rest of serve day to day. This sen- the world all the while trying timent echoes from restau- to keep our families and ourrant management to prop- selves safe. All of this should erty management all the be celebrated as it continues way up to the White House. to be proven to this day highIn our case, as long as the lighted in this recent event.

In the case the emerresidents are safe and protected, the buildings are gency Turbine repair which clean, the lights come on took place on March 4th, when the switch is hit and those responsible were the the water runs when the Rochdale Village Managefaucet is turned, no one no- ment team. With that being tices the people that make it said, we want to extend a possible. And that is a good thank you from upper manthing. This concept has agement to the Maintenance, been furthered when amid Power Plant, and Public this health crisis and when Safety staff in their handling emergencies arise that need of this emergency. The level to be handled swiftly and of coordination and leaderwith care by those respon- ship among the department heads from the aforemensible.

Throughout the pan- tioned departments was undemic year, the administra- precedented. The dedicative staff, our maintenance tion of our group managers and ground workers, the and public safety staff to group managers and main- the proposition of this comtenance directors have been munity’s safety was on full faithful in ensuring the display for all to see. That needs of the cooperators level of care is what sepawere met in their respec- rates someone that comes tive roles. Public Safety pa- for a paycheck from sometrols the site, doing all they one that comes to do the job. can to provide safety to our Thank you all for a job very shareholders. Communica- well done.

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COVID-19 Remembrance Ceremony: Rochdale Village Remembers One Year Later

By Susan Van Brackle

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year ago this month, the cover of the Rochdale Village Bulletin was very somber. The storyline sounded the alarm for what was to be an ‘All hands on deck’ moment as members of the board, staff and community struggled to combat the coronavirus; an unseen villain of unknown origin.

The coronavirus pandemic forced cooperators to isolate by sheltering in place, forgoing parties, programs and other interactions that so defined the social brand of our community. We scrambled and lined up for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like masks and gloves. Food giveaways and meal deliveries to the sick and shut in became the norm. We learned to pray by Zoom, work by Zoom and learn by Zoom. With each level of challenge experienced from the throes of the pandemic we learned something new about our existence.

We learned life is fleeting. That loved ones here today may be gone tomorrow. We learned that community outreach, from all its sources, is vital, necessary and purposeful and that outreach without the help of essential workers is virtually impossible to do.

In remembrance of lives lost due to COVID-19 and in recognition of the phenomenal work that essential workers contributed that allows Rochdale Village to thrive, Dr. Maria Hubbard of the Agape Bethel Community Development Corporation, members of the Rochdale Village Senior Center and the Board of Directors’ Senior Citizens Committee joined together in front of the Community Center for a balloon release and gift giving moment. Cosponsors included Councilmember Adrienne Adams, Metroplus Health, The Department for the Aging (DFTA) and the Division for Youth and Community Development. Also in attendance were representatives from District Attorney Melinda Katz’s office. The overarching theme of the pop-up event was gratefulness, taking the time to reflect on all that the community has faced and to recognize essential workers for their part in making our way lighter.

As the role of essential workers grew in importance, the need for their presence became more paramount. These front line workers are called upon to stay in place, safeguard and maintain the co-op’s facilities and to deliver, lift and serve in areas that most of us had been asked to avoid. Departments that were

recognized at the outdoor ceremony were Public Safety, Maintenance, the Rochdale Village Senior Center and the Community Center along with members of the Board of Directors.

Essential workers and representatives of the departments that received individual awards were Public Safety Captain Ernest Gaither, Rochdale Village President of the Board of Directors Jean Castro, Dwayne Bell, Group Manager-Circle 5, Adolph Osback Chief of Public Safety, Rochdale’s Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz, freelance photographer Larry Love Moore, Community Center Director Julia Shaw, Senior Center Director Sheree Shivers coordinator Evelyn Wilson, case worker Wali Baraka and others in the Senior Center support team.

Dr. Hubbard expanded on the value of essential workers by sharing her thoughts on all that has happened one year later, “The first thing comes to mind is to be thankful to God that we’re still here and when I look back a year later, I look at the fact that we were all out here scrambling but it made us unite as one regardless of our religion, our race, our sex. “We came together and we built up one another in order to survive in this community to bring in the essentials food, whatever was needed in order for us to survive.

And even those we lost along the way, their lives encouraged us to be even stronger and to go at life even harder to accomplish and do the things that we’re called to do and make sure that we love the brother that are on this side. So, I’m thankful for God that it [COVID-19] taught me love on a whole other level. That the things we hold that separate are not even important.”

Board President Jean Castro, added, “Covid hit us unexpectedly. It was something that I had no inkling that it would last this long because I do remember when I heard about it last March. I was so afraid and nervous because of the people who are vulnerable, knowing how this is a monster disease that is something that I have never experienced before.

I panicked. I stayed in my home for about three months. And during the time I stayed in I still worked. I organized feeding the seniors. I organized getting PPE. Everything I got working through the telephone.

And looking forward today, thank God that most of have survived. So many of us had family members that died and just didn’t even know whether we were going to live or not so with that being said, I’m so grateful for Rochdale Village. (Event photos featured in centerfold).

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Public Safety Report

- by Chief Adolph Osback

Public Safety Monthly Report February 2021

Enclosed is the statistical data relative to the performance of the Rochdale Village Public Safety Department during the month of February 2021.

Public Safety maintains 24 hour /7 days a week coverage.

COMPLAINTS:

1. During the month of February 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 (43) loitering and (110) noise complaints from Cooperators which were resolved as follows::

a) Founded-Compliant- (19) Loiterers complied with officers’ directives to leave and (44) of the noise complaint sources corrected the volume of the noise. b) Unfounded Calls-(18) unfounded loitering complaints and (64) 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 – (6) received violations for loitering and (2) received a violation for noise complaints.

For the month of February 2021 there was a grand total of (1) 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 13 INVESTIGATIVE INCIDENTS 41 VIOLATIONS ISSUED 07 RELATED ARREST INCIDENTS

01 FIRE INCIDENTS 01 TOTAL INCIDENTS 63

TASK FORCE UNIT ACTIVITIES: • •

• •

Conducted (34) Directed & Routine Verticals.

Made (0) arrests, issued (0) Trespass Notifications, issued (0) C-Summonses, issued (3) violations to include (1) for loitering and encountered (20) Loiterers during routine and directed patrols.

Responded to assigned calls from Central Dispatch (28).

Conducted (1) Tenant Verifications

*There was significant reduction in activity due to the Task Force being re-deployed to assist with COVID-19 related activities. These included the following: meal deliveries to home bound seniors, COVID-19 testing site crowd control and back-filling post vacancies due to staff call-outs.

TOWING ACTIVITY

The Public Safety Department towed (12) vehicles and issued (164) 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: 3795 *DIRECTED VERTICALS: 330 TOTAL POST INSPECTIONS: 4125

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

865 535 1400

COOPERATOR ESCORTS AIDED SICK/ INJURY AND ELEVATOR ENTRAPMENTS: TOTAL INCIDENT REPORTS GENERATED:

90 . 98 142

MAIL VOLUME DELIVERED BY PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER:

629

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

1 3 1

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

35 01 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

RV board members vote to delay carrying charge increase until June 2021

By Susan Van Brackle

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n a unanimous telephone vote all 15 members of Rochdale’s Board of Directors passed resolution R04-21, which delays a second carry-

ing charge increase until June 2021.

This latest delay of carrying charge increase is an extension of the delay that was implemented by the board last August 2020. During that

time the community was at the height of battling the ravages of the coronavirus pandemic. It was the corporation’s position that a delay could be sustained until February 2021.

As grace would have it, the 2.9% carrying charge delay was further extended as per the February 2021 board meeting and will be implemented

by June 1, 2021.

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the ten months ended January 31, 2021

For ary

Ten Months ended Janu31, 2021, Controllable In-

the

come before

Interest, Depreciation, Amortization , and I ncome taxes decreased slightly to $9,340,000 as com pared to $9,706,000 in the B udget .

Below you will find an explanation

of

the

significant

changes in each category :

Controllable Income is defined as income less variable expenses that can be managed by the Company (“A measure of Operation efficiency of the Company). It is commonly known as EBITDA (Earnings before Interest, Taxes and Depreciation and Amortization).

Operating income and expense REVENUE Total Revenue decreased $(1,621,000) to $66,607,000 as compared to $68,228,000 in the Budget. This decrease is explained in the Revenue analysis below: Apartment revenue decreased $(969,000) to $58,890,000 as compared to $59,860,000 in the Budget This decrease is principally due to the Budget reflecting a 2.9% carrying charge in August 2020 and the actual carrying charge increase was delayed till February 2021 along with the timing of Tenant subsidies.

Commercial rental revenue decreased $(176,000) to $4,283,000 as compared to $4,460,000 in the Budget. The decrease is due to increase in store vacancies due to impact of COVID-19.

Community Center revenue decreased $(405,000) to $84,000 as compared to $490,000 in the Budget. The decrease was principally due to the impact of the Community Center being closed during the COVID-19.

EXPENSES Total expenses decreased $(1,255,000) to $57,266,000 as compared to $58,522,000 in the Budget.

The decrease is explained in the fol-

lowing expense categories, as well ter costs and (3) an increase of as, the impact of the COVID-19 lim- $332,000 in fuel oil costs. iting the amount of contract work be2. Other Power Plant Expenses ing done during the quarantine: Other Power Plant expenses Administrative: Management and were relatively in-line with the administrative expenses decreased Budget. $(263,000) or 5.6% to $4,460,000 as compared to $4,724,000 in the Insurance Expense : Insurance Budget. The decrease is due to col- expenses increased $1,120,000 lection expenses being stopped be- to $4,270,000 as compared to cause the courts are closed during $3,150,000 in the Budget. This inthe COVID-19 crisis and more re- crease is principally due to a 39% cently collection efforts began but increase in General Liability insurare limited to cases prior to COV- ance ID-19. due to the FY 2021 market renewal rates increasing dramatically.

Janitorial & Grounds costs: For the Ten Months ended January Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) 31, 2021, Janitorial and Grounds Real estate tax (Shelter rent) exexpenses were in-line with the bud- penses decreased $(54,000) get. to $3,025,000 as compared to $3,080,000 in the Budget. The deMaintenance and operating costs crease is principally due to impact Maintenance and Operating costs of change in the calculation of decreased $(1,621,000) or 15.9% Shelter Rent to include allocable to $8,561,000 as compared to expenses to the calculation. $10,183,000 in the Budget. This decrease is principally due to (1) Depreciation - See Article 78 in the the Budget reflecting a full staff looking forward section of this reand Maintenance & Operating ac- port. We anticipate that this litigatual salaries are not at full staff tion will result in a favorable ruling yet (2) less Repair Material, Tools in FY 2021 or FY 2022. and Supplies and less Contracted Service expenses due to most Bad Debt Expense – Bad debt work halted during the COVID-19 expense increased $495,000 to quarantine and a settlement with a $915,000 as compared to $420,000 vendor which reduced expenses by in the Budget. The increase is due $300,000. to an increase in the accrual to $100,000 per month for anticipated Security: Security costs decreased COVID-19 related expenses related $(457,000) or 9.6% to $4,318,000 to rent collections. as compared to $4,776,000 in the Budget. This decrease is princi- Looking forward pally due to the Budget reflecting 1. Paperless Solution – Due to COa full staff and Security salaries VID-19, this project is on hold. We are not at full staff yet. are considering investing in certain software products that will allow Power Plant Rochdale Village Inc. to work with 1. Fuel and Utilities our vendors to have invoices elecFuel and utility expenses decreased tronically transmitted to Rochdale $(268,000) to $11,439,000 as com- and uploaded to our software. pared to $11,708,000 in the Budget.

The decrease is related to the fol- 2. Computer Software solution – lowing: (1) a decrease of approxi- Due to COVID-19, this project is mately $(1,800,000) in National on hold. We are also investigating Grid costs related to the change in certain software products to replace Rochdale’s billing classification; our current software. This will up(2) offset, in part, by the increase of grade our current DOS based sysapproximately $1,200,000 in wa- tem to a windows-based system.

We anticipate this project to resume in 2021.

3. Article 78 – During the Shelter Rent litigation, NYC did not agree to change the method they are using for Depreciation to GAAP. As a result, we have initiated litigation (called an Article 78) which should be filed in July. Recently, we received a phone call from NYC where they are looking to settle this case. Once we negotiate a settlement, we will advise on the outcome.

Overall, Rochdale Village Inc.’s Controllable Income results For the Nine months ended January 31, 2021 show that Rochdale Village Inc.’s results have exceeded our Budget and is on track to exceed the Controllable Income Budget of $10,642,000 for the year.

Balance Sheet Due to the COVID-19 impact, our Balance Sheet is impacted in June as follows: 1. Accounts Receivable – The Accounts Receivable balance increased $2,507,000 since the beginning of COVID-19. Of which, $1,868,000 relates to cooperators and $639,000 relates to commercial tenants. This or the rents are being paid late.

2. PPP (Payroll Protection Program) In April 2020, we received a $6,029,300 PPP loan that will be used to keep all employees employed.

This loan was recorded in a separate cash account and set up as a liability until the loan is forgiven. We have completed our submission of documents to Citibank for Loan forgiveness. Citibank has informed us that we are and waiting for confirmation from Citibank that they are submitting to the Government for forgiveness.

3. Reserve Funds (Wells Fargo and

HCR- The reserve balance was $72,709,000 in January as compared to $72,079,000 in December. The increase from $68,648,000 in November is due to recording the escrow related to the 6 months mortgage deferment and the related liability.

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY & YTD 2020 and 2021

Rochdale Village, Inc. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AGING FY 2020 DESCRIPTION Approved Invoices

CURRENT 1,246,103

JANUARY(FY 2021) ONE MONTH TWO MONTHS 3+ MONTHS 1,077,451

870,578

677,942

Retainage for Contractors TOTALS

DESCRIPTION Approved Invoices

DESCRIPTION Approved Invoices

1,246,103

CURRENT 1,320,487

1,077,451

870,578

677,942

DECEMBER(FY 2021) ONE MONTH TWO MONTHS 3+ MONTHS 341,649

263,803

414,232

3,872,074

4,149,679

TOTAL 2,340,171 277,605

1,320,487

CURRENT 676,012

341,649

263,803

414,232

NOVEMBER(FY 2021) ONE MONTH TWO MONTHS 3+ MONTHS 1,163,369

1,183,600

881,236

Retainage for Contractors TOTALS

TOTAL

277,605

Retainage for Contractors TOTALS

Rochdale Village, Inc. BALANCE SHEET FY 2019, 2020 and 2021

2,617,776

TOTAL 3,904,217 262,720

676,012

1,163,369

1,183,600

881,236

4,166,937

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Controller’s Report

- by William Young

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

Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Accounts Receivable Carrying Charges (ONLY) >$100 in Aging FY 2020 and 2021

Rochdale Village Inc. Community Center Profit & Loss Statement FY 2019, 2020 and 2021 Actual vs. Budget

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Board secures funding to offset needed Facade Inspection/Local Law 11 work

By Susan Van Brackle

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very five years buildings in the city of New York with six stories or more must engage in the Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP) or what was previously known as Local Law 11.

The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure that the exterior condition of all group buildings and the terraces extending from them, are in safe condition and that any buildings in need of exterior repair be worked on during this time.

It is hard to believe that

it is almost five years since 2017, which was the last time the community underwent the required exterior wall and appurtenances inspections.

In preparation for the work that is due to start in stages by 2022, Rochdale’s Board of Directors passed resolution R08-21 during the February 22 meeting wherein lowest bidder Proto Restoration Construction LLC was selected out of 10 applicants to lead the exterior inspection project on behalf of the corporation for a contract award of $13,828,028.60.

Residents may recall the

mass installation of scaffolding at building entrance points across the complex. These ‘bridges’ will be installed during the facade inspection project for the safety of passersby in the event of crumbling bricks or other debris that could fall during the examination.

With 20 apartment buildings, expect this project to be very detailed and long-term. It involves everything from management oversight, hiring architects, vendor contracts and capital outlay. To offset the financial infusion required of the project, board members secured

an allocation of $3,200,000 in financial assistance from the New York City Council via Councilwoman Adrienne Adams and another $400,000 in assistance from Queens Borough President Donovan Richards towards the Local Law 11 work. Stage 1 work begins with $5,000,000 in extensive balcony repairs, fascia painting and advance reports required by New York City Department of Buildings setting the stage for the work to come. (See page 23 for more on the resolution to proceed with the facade safety/ Local Law ll project).

The Honorable Supreme Court Justice Ronald D. Hollie retires from the bench

By Susan Van Brackle

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fter a combined 22 years on the bench as both a Civil Court Judge of the City of New York and Supreme Court Justice of the State of New York, the Honorable Justice Ronald D. Hollie retired on December 31, 2020.

As a former three-term President of the Rochdale Village Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board and favorite son of this community, Judge Hollie has approached his role on the bench with distinction.

Having had an illustrious legal career stemming back to his landslide victory in the November 1998 General Election, he assumed the position of Civil Court Judge presiding over cases in Queens and ultimately parlayed his competencies as a trial lawyer, law secretary, administrative law judge and prosecutor to the position of Honorable Supreme Court Justice.

All told, Judge Hollie served as Justice for the Queens County Supreme Court Criminal Term in the 11th Judicial District being elected first in 2001 then re-elected November 4, 2014 until his recent retirement. As a jurist, his decisions

have been published in the Law Journal and have even appeared in the prestigious peer reviewed State Reporter.

Over the years, Judge Hollie received countless awards from Congressional leaders, city and state elected officials like Assembly Member Vivian E. Cook, the late Councilmember Thomas White, Jr., other political figures as well as colleagues from the Asian Bar Association. Additionally, Judge Hollie earned a Congressional Recognition Proclamation from New York’s former 7th Congressional District Member of Congress Joseph Crowley.

Jurors who’ve appeared before Judge Hollie during trials he’s presided over often circled back with numerous letters and notes of gratitude after they’d spent time in his courtroom.

In an interview with the Rochdale Village Bulletin, the Judge shared, “I even had jurors that wrote about their experience in my court to the Chief Judge of New York State. That really blew me away.”

So what’s next in store for the Honorable Judge Ronald Hollie? He’s considering a career as a Mediator. Mediators do not make decisions or judgments on behalf of conflicting

Official portrait of Supreme Court Justice Ronald D. Hollie

parties but instead helps parties come together through resolution by allowing individuals to talk to each other through an intermediary. The role of Mediator is a natural extension of Judge Hollie’s professional time and competencies on the Civil Court bench, which according to Judge Hollie, “I was put in the position to help jurors make the best decisions on judicial outcomes. That was the part I most enjoyed.”

As he looks back, Judge

Hollie’s reflections on his judicial career are, “In my 22 years on the bench, I won three countywide elections (1998, 2000 and 2014). That success would not have happened without the tremendous support I received from Assembly Member Vivian Cook, Councilman Thomas White, Jr., District Leader Anthony ‘Tony’ Andrews, mentor and friend Marion Scott and my great friend, the late William R. Greenspan, Esq., to name a few.”

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~Poetry Corner & Musings...~ WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH HONOR

By Anthony Blake What an honor to celebrate Women all over the world to appreciate Yet we honor that is each yearly round Hooray is the sound Women have a achieved in their own right But throughout history, the world took it light There progress through determination The results being their Representation The proven fact in the women’s illustration The women proved to the world that they are thinking machines The strides through many entities The struggles through many hurdles It doesn’t matter if it is Scientific, Managerial, Preaching the Gospel or even Performing Arts using Creativity and Dramatics Capable in any form showing action in prosperity It was the inspiration of advance Women simply stepped out to opportunity being their chance They cut through the Discrimination

FOOT PRINTS IN THE SAND

By Ed Miller The women said no to Condemnation Their thoughts and spirits was going to be their turn out This is what achievements is all about Women are destined in their own Representation It’s all about inspiration But perfection being preparation Women of the world possessing courage through motivation The Spotlights are all on them Being an Achiever and Believer The women are their comforter in establishing as a reliever Finding truth within false The Women are the charm being treasures of a good find Beauty within and soul throughout Congratulations in being Women’s History Month, now this is their own accomplishment with a purpose to achieve I leave you with a quote from Serena Williams, “I REALLY THINK A CHAMPION IS DEFINED NOT BY THEIR WINS, BUT BY HOW THEY CAN RECOVER WHEN THEY FAIL”

In the moment that we exist Playing a role on this earthly land Have we made any impression Like footprints in the sand?

Have we left some record An achievement of some kind To show our existence had Improved the lot of all mankind?

Pray the contributions made Are maintained, increased Despite the wickedness of time Long after we’re deceased ..

For are we not all temporary Like footprints in the sand Washed away by ebbing tides Arid winds across the land.

For many are the footprints Of those I’ve loved and knew Inscribed in this book of memories For the love of them and you.

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IRS tax date pushed to May 17 for consumer convenience but don’t delay

By Olayemi Okeniyi

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ood news for anyone who has been dragging their feet on preparing their taxes. The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) just confirmed that the due date for the 2020 tax year has been pushed from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021.

Last year, due to the

pandemic, the deadline for filing tax returns was moved back and with many people still struggling the IRS is working to not add to their burdens.

While an added month might seem like a lot of time, Rochdale cooperators are advised to file for their tax return as soon as possible and avoid the inevitable last-minute rush.

To that end residents should

note that Rochdale Management has already delivered the Income Tax Deduction forms to Rochdale apartments to help with tax filings.

Residents who are subscribed to rochdalevillage.com can access the 2020 form in the documents section of the website.

Due to the limitations of social distancing many organizations that help people file their taxes have been shut down or

adopted e-filing options.

The benefit of e-filing your 2020 tax return is that it can speed up the refund process, when a direct deposit payment method is selected.

According to the IRS, anyone who has not received their stimulus check can claim it in their taxes and receive it as part of their tax return.

Deadline to secure Real ID or Enhanced Drivers License ID looming large

By Olayemi Okeniyi

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he Department of Homeland Security pushed back the deadline for enhanced and real ID enforcement by 12 months due to the coronavirus pandemic.

After the new deadline, which is October 1, 2021, Americans who cannot present an Enhanced or Real ID will be blocked from boarding domestic flights, entering federal buildings and military bases.

Now that COVID-19 cases are dropping and businesses are

beginning to reopen, Rochdale residents who do not have Enhanced or Real IDs are encouraged to get one before the October rush.

Take a look at your current license. If it was issued before October 30, 2017 and has “Not for Federal Purposes” printed on the top right corner, you are not compliant.

Enhanced IDs are only for U.S. citizens and have the word “Enhanced” printed on them. This license can be used instead of a passport to travel within the US or to return to the

US by land or sea from Canada, Mexico and some countries in the Caribbean. However, people will still need a passport to travel to those countries and other countries outside of the United States by plane.

In contrast Real IDs are for all residents and have a star in the top right corner instead of an American flag.

Either form of identification can be acquired from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) using proof of identity.

The DMV is very stringent about the proofs of identification that are presented so be sure to bring a valid license, birth certificate, passport (if you have one), social security card and for women that have experienced a name change, bring a marriage certificate.

Enhanced or Real ID’s at the DMV are by appointment only. Secure an appointment today by accessing dmv.ny.gov and learn more about the full list of required documents.

Public Safety Chief Osback shares tips to protect against Identity Theft

By Susan Van Brackle

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here’s a lot of personal information swirling around due to the coronavirus pandemic, there’s been an uptick in grand larceny occurrences.

Rochdale’s Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback is working in conjunction with the 113th Precinct to have several “ID Theft prevention” kiosks set up in lobbies and other areas of the complex to help educate Cooperators on ways to combat ID theft.

At these kiosks we will be handing out informational packets, said Chief Osback. He goes on to say, “I would like the community to know that the Public Safety Department is taking notice of this recent uptick in Grand Larcenies involving identity theft and we are proactively seeking ways to put a stop to this trend.”

Chief Osback gathered the following information for cooperators’ use from the website of the 113th Precinct about Identify Theft until such time that the kiosks are installed.

Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America today. Identity theft requires only a few pieces of valid personal information. With them,

thieves can apply for and receive credit cards or debit cards in your name. Your credit can be quickly damaged and your efforts to correct these problems can become a nightmare.

The acquisition of key pieces of identity, such as name, address, date of birth, social security number and mother's maiden name, enable the impersonation to occur. This information allows the identity thief to commit numerous forms of fraud which include, taking over the victim's financial accounts, opening new bank accounts, applying for credit cards, loans and social security benefits, renting apartments, and establishing accounts with utility and telephone service providers.

The identity thief has many ways to gain access to your information. It can be obtained from uncollected mail sitting in your mailbox, personal information carelessly thrown in the garbage, dishonest retail or restaurant employees or by the theft of your wallet or pocketbook.

How do the thieves assume your identity? They may rent a mailbox, usually at a package-shipping center.

Then, they fill out a change of address card on your account using the address

make arrangements for someone from the center and the mailbox number. They begin running up charges on to take the mail for you or call the your accounts. The bills then go to the U.S. Postal Service at 1-800-275new address and you may not find out 8777 and request a "vacation hold" about it for a few billing cycles, if at all. for your mail.

The thieves are not going to • Place outgoing mail in post-office pay the bills or they may just pay the collection boxes or at your local minimum to keep the credit card compost office. pany "happy", prolonging the time it • Never give personal information takes for you to find out about the probover the telephone, such as your lem. When they stop paying the bill all social security number, date of together or write bad checks, the delinbirth, mother's maiden name, credit quent accounts appear on your credit card number or bank PIN number, report. unless you initiated the call. Make sure you release this information How to prevent becoming a victim: only when necessary.

• Shred all bills, credit card charge • Don't carry extra credit cards in receipts, credit applications, inyour wallet or pocketbook. Cancel surance forms, bank statements, the ones you no longer use. expired charge cards, and pre-ap- • Order credit bureau credit reproved credit offers before throwports once a year to check for ing them into the garbage. fraudulent activity or other discrepancies.

• Do not provide personal information simply because someone asks • Sign all new credit cards upon for it or because it is asked for on a receiving them in the mail. form, questionnaire or product reg- • Save all credit card receipts and istration card. match them against your month• Do not give out your social seculy bill. rity number freely.

• Never leave receipts at an ATM, • Promptly remove mail from your store counter, self-serve gas mailbox. If going on vacation, pump or in trash cans.

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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Women History Month Kamala Harris United States Vice President

Wishing all the phenomenal women of Rochdale Village a blessed and wonderful Women History Month.

Let us take a moment and salute the great women in our community who have had a significant impact in contributing to culture, society, history, sports, politics, and the list goes on.

There are some amongst us right here at Rochdale Village, let us acknowledge their hard work and dedication as we celebrate Women History Month.

Melinda Katz Vivian Cook Letitia James Adrienne Adams Dalilah Muhammad Track & Field Athlete NYS Assembly Member NYS Councilmember NYS Attorney General Queens District Attorney

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Did you Know?...

D.A. Melinda Katz celebrates Dr. Maria Hubbard, RV’s Sandi Pope and other phenomenal women for Womens’ ‘Herstory’ Month

Heavy hitters that joined the Honorable District Attorney Melinda Katz for a Women’s History Month Zoom recognition event included Lieutenant NYS Governor Kathy Hochul, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark, Assemblyman David I. Weprin (D.24) and a bevy of women of distinction like honorees Congresswoman and keynote speaker Stacey Plaskett, Rev. Dr. Maria Hubbard and Rochdale’s own Sandi Pope, Founder of CISTA Girls Environmental Club.

By Susan Van Brackle

n celebration of Women’s History Month, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz spearheaded a zoom event on Thursday, March 25 that recognized the accomplishments of many extraordinary females.

The afternoon presentation was live streamed and included esteemed honorees like New York State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark, Congresswoman and keynote speaker Stacey E. Plaskett, House delegate for the U.S.

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Virgin Islands, Reverend Dr. Maria L. Hubbard of the Agape Bethel Community Development Corporation and Rochdale’s own Sandi Pope, Founder of CISTA Girls Environmental Club.

Dr. Hubbard has been a mainstay in the Rochdale Village community well before the pandemic. She has worked side by side with Rochdale’s Senior Citizen Committee, the Rochdale Village Senior Center and other able partners in the midst of the crisis helping to organize food pantry outreach, which has been crucial for the community’s most

vulnerable, shut in residents.

Dr. Hubbard has received countless recognitions and awards including that from New York State Senator Leroy Comrie who recognized Ms. Hubbard at the 2019 Women of Distinction Honoring Women in New York awards ceremony.

Rochdale resident Sandi Pope was also amongst the awardees that D.A. Melinda Katz recognized. Ms. Pope has worked tirelessly spreading the word about the need for environmentalism through her non-profit youth program called CISTA Girls.

The program’s global mission is “CISTAGIRLS leading the way to save our planet”, invite girls, 9-15 years old, to volunteer for environmental projects, and programs such as beach cleanups, science fairs, host TV shows, environmental spelling bees, library presentations, and more, to educate the community on how to build a stronger relationship between people and its’ environment...” Global warming is also a central focus of the group.

Congratulations to all honorees at this auspicious occasion.

Virtual job fairs hosted monthly by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards’s office

By Susan Van Brackle

id you know that Queens Borough President Donovan Richards’ office hosts virtual job fairs online until the month of June?

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The events are presented monthly via Zoom and on Queens Public Television.

Recruiters offer available positions to potential candidates on their laptop, tablet, phone or

desktop computer. Dates may vary but presentations are generally scheduled on the third Thursday at 2 p.m. unless there is a special presentation Stay informed about job fairs, COVID-19

testing and outreach, food giveaways, special events and other happenings at Queens Borough President Donovan Richards’s office by accessing queensbp.org or calling 718286-3000.

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RV COVID-19 Day of Remembrance: Honoring those we lost and unsung heroes

A beautiful lineup of flowers and gifts was prepared by Rev. Dr. Maria Hubbard for distribution to Rochdale Village board members and essential workers in recognition of their service during the coronavirus pandemic.

(l. to r.) Jamal Wilkerson, Chief of Staff for Councilmember Adrienne Adam, President of Rochdale Village Board of Directors Jean Castro, representative from AGAPE Community Development Corporation.

(l. to r.) Honorees at podium who received gifts at recognition ceremony hosted by Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard, Rochdale’s Senior Citizens Committee and Rochdale Village Senior Center: Senior Center Director Sheree Shivers, volunteers Betty Williams and Carolyn Jackson; Senior Center coordinator Evelyn Wilson and Community Center Director Julia Shaw.

Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz (left) looks on as Reverend Dr. Maria Hubbard (center) awards Larry Love Moore, freelance photographer for Rochdale’s Board of Directors (right),with recognition gift for outstanding service during coronavirus pandemic.

Rochdale Village Community Center Director Julia Shaw is one of the recipients of Dr. Hubbard’s essential worker awards.

Honoree and Group Manager of Circle 5, Dwayne Bell accepts essential worker award.

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COVID-19 Day of Remembrance, 1 year later

(l. to r.) Rochdale’s Public Safety Captain Ernest Gaither, Jamal Wilkerson, Chief of Staff for Councilmember Adrienne Adams’s, Rochdale Village President of the Board of Directors Jean Castro, Dwayne Bell, Group Manager-Circle 5, Adolph Osback Chief,Public Safety, Rev. Dr. Maria Hubbard, Honoree, Rochdale’s Board Chairman Clifton Stanley Diaz and Community Center Director Julia Shaw.

The day’s activities included a release of purple balloons signifying those people lost during the pandemic

Representatives from Metroplus Health were amongst the sponsors that attended Rochdale’s COVID-19 Day of Remembrance in front of the community center.

(l. to r.) Captain Ernest Gaither and Chief Adolph Osback of Rochdale’s Public Safety Department both on tap to receive awards for leadership during the coronavirus pandemic.

Representative from Queens’s District Attorney Melinda Katz’s office graces the microphone.

Essential team members of Rochdale Senior Center (l. to r.) Calvin Davis, Wali Baraka, Dr. Maria Hubbard AGAPE Bethel Community Development Corporation, Norman Brewer, Timothy McFadden and driver Mr. Desmond reached vulnerable seniors during the pandemic.

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

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ROCHDALE SENIOR CENTER OUR NEW WAY OF COMMUNICATING

169-65

137th

Street, Jamaica, NY 11434 – 718 525-2800

1ST Recording Hit #1 for Senior Center

2nd Recording Ext. 1

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Monday, APRIL 5, 2021

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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - February 22, 2021

R08-21:

WHEREAS, Rochdale Village cares about the safety and well being of its residents:

WHEREAS, New York City Local Law 11 requires detailed inspections of all Rochdale Village facades to ensure safety;

WHEREAS, after public bid ten (10) companies provided comprehensive bids for the work with the low bidder being Proto Restoration Construction LLC;

WHEREAS, the Rochdale Village Board of Directors wishes to acknowledge the assistance with gratitude of Councilwoman Adrienne Adams, in allocating $3,200,000 from the New York City Council for Local Law 11 work;

WHEREAS, the Rochdale Village Board of Directors wishes to acknowledge with gratitude the assistance of the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for allocationg $400,000 to assist in the Local Law 11 work;

BE IT RESOLVED that Proto Restoration Construction LLC is contracted for local Law 11 (FISP) repairs for the total contract amount of $13,828,028.60 work to be undertaken in stages and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village Board of Directors approves and authorizes the expenditures of $5,000,000 for Stage 1 to include extensive balcony repairs and fascia painting plus all required New York City Department of Building inspections with boring and repairs as needed on inspection drops. Management to report findings and plans after inspections for Phase 2 and 3 as needed with future allocation of funds to be voted by the Board of Directors, subject to approval of the New York State Homes & Community Renewal, to be funded by HCR Reserves.

Moved by: Talib Bey Seconded by: Jean Randolph-Castro FOR Talib Bey

Janine Cross

Edward Douglass

Sheila McKenzie

Derrick Shareef

Joyce Williams

Jean Hall

Gary Hawkins Glynis Urquhart

Jean Randolph-Castro Clifton Stanley Diaz Maryam Hubbard Timothy Mercer Lisa Stark

ABSTAIN ABSENT

Barbara Staples

Eleven for, one abstention, three absent; motion passes.

Truck Sales LTD and purchase a 2022 Isuzu Dump Truck.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors agrees to accept the proposal from Gabrielli Truck Sales LTD in the amount of $74,977 plus any applicable tax, to be funded by HCR Reserves.

Moved by: Jean Randolph-Castro Seconded by: Clifton Stanley Diaz FOR Talib Bey

Janine Cross

Edward Douglass

Maryam Hubbard

Timothy Mercer

Lisa Stark

Jean Randolph-Castro Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall Sheila McKenzie Derrick Shareef Joyce Williams

ABSENT Gary Hawkins

Glynis Urquhart

Barbara Staples

Twelve for, three absent; motion passes.

R10-21:

WHEREAS, Ming (“Diane”) Y. Cheung d/b/a Village Plates is a current commercial tenant in Rochdale Village that currently serves a mixture of soul, fast and sea foods in Mall 1;

WHEREAS, residents have expressed a want for a lower cost food choice in Mall 1 with a breakfast menu;

WHEREAS, Diane would like to meet that need by renting two thousand two hundred and sixty-three (2,263) square feet in Mall 1 for five years to serve as a low cost option to include breakfast and lunch; and

WHEREAS, the terms of the lease are attached.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Ming Y. Cheung d/b/a Village Plates’ lease is approved by Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors.

Moved by: Janine Cross Seconded by: Joyce Williams

FOR Talib Bey

Jean Randolph-Castro Janine Cross

Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall

Sheila McKenzie Derrick Shareef

Lisa Stark Joyce Williams

AGAINST Maryam Hubbard Timothy Mercer

ABSTAIN Edward Douglass

ABSENT Gary Hawkins

Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart

R09-21:

WHEREAS, in order for the Maintenance Department to continue routine rubbish removal, it is necessary to have a reliable functioning dump truck since this one presently on premises has outlived its usefulness;

WHEREAS, quotes were sought from vendors ranging in costs from $74,977 to $78,170 of which Gabrielli Truck Sales LTD provided the lowest bid in the amount of $74,977.

WHEREAS, a copy of each proposal is attached. We would like to recommend the acceptance of proposal from Gabrielli Nine for, two against, one abstention, three absent; motion passes.

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Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - February 22, 2021

R11-21:

WHEREAS, Min Jeong Ra d/b/a Sense Beauty Supply is an existing commercial tenant in Mall 1 that is a beauty supply business that sells a variety of hair and hair products;

WHEREAS, Min Jeong Ra would like to rent one thousand two hundred and fifty ($1,250) square feet in Mall 2 providing the same service currently provided for in Mall 1 for five years; and

WHEREAS, the terms of the lease are attached.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Min Jeong Ra d/b/a Sense Beauty Supply lease is approved by Rochdale Village, Inc. Board of Directors.

Moved by: Janine Cross Seconded by: Joyce Williams

ABSENT Gary Hawkins

Glynis Urquhart

LINCOLN/FORD OF QUEENS Year of Vehicle:

2020 Price per vehicle: $52,715.00 Total:

$105,430.00

FOR Talib Bey

Janine Cross

Edward Douglass

Maryam Hubbard

Timothy Mercer

Lisa Stark

Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD vehicles to help relieve the strain of the constant use of the current vehicles in service;

WHEREAS, at that time Enterprise Fleet Management submitted a bid that was less expensive than what was submitted by Lincoln/Ford of Queens, which is usually the source for this item;

WHEREAS, Enterprise Fleet Management sought to alter the terms of the purchase after the approval by the Board, disqualifying them as the low bidder;

WHEREAS, Management reengaged in negotiations with Lincoln/Ford of Queens and was able to negotiate 2021 Ford Police Interception Utility AWD vehicles at a lower price.

Jean Randolph-Castro Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall Sheila McKenzie Derrick Shareef Joyce Williams Barbara Staples

Twelve for, three absent; motion passes.

R12-21: TELEPHONE VOTE

WHEREAS, on February 24, 2020 the Rochdale Village Board of Directors voted to purchase two (2) additional 2020

2021 $49,998.97 $99,996.13

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Rochdale Village Inc Board of Directors approves the purchase of two (2) sole source 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD vehicles from Lincoln/Ford of Queens for a total of $99,996.13 to be funded out of the Operating Account.

FOR BY TELEPHONE Talib Bey

Janine Cross

Edward Douglass Gary Hawkins

Sheila McKenzie

Derrick Shareef

Lisa Stark

Joyce Williams

Jean Randolph-Castro Clifton Stanley Diaz Jean Hall Maryam Hubbard Timothy Mercer Barbara Staples Glynis Urquhart

Fifteen for: Telephone vote passed.

Rochdale Village Board of Directors Meeting Resolutions - February 22, 2021

Zoom Meeting began: 7:35 p.m.

Board Members: Present Clifton Stanley Diaz - Chairperson Jean Randolph Castro - President Talib Bey - 1st Vice President Tim Mercer - 2nd Vice President Janine Cross - 3rd Vice President Edward Douglass - 4th Vice President Joyce Williams - Secretary Lisa Stark - Assistant Secretary Barbara Staples - Treasurer (Absent) Glynis Urquhart - Assistant Treasurer Jean Hall - Director Gary Hawkins - Director Maryam Hubbard - Director Sheila McKenzie - Director Derrick Shareef - Director

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 Osback - Chief of Public Safety Corey Jones - Director, Power Plant George Simon - Housing & Community Renewal Specialist 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 were (5) motions requiring board action (see the Board Resolutions). Motion to adjourn came at 9:10 p.m.

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Rochdale Senior Center 169-65 137th avenue, Jamaica, New York 11434

ROCHDALE SENIOR CENTER Sheree Shivers, Director

718 525-2800 – 1st Recording Hit #1 for Senior Center 2nd Recording Ext. 1

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Learn an ancient traditional craft and skill called “Beading” to create and personalize your own authentic GOURD RATTLE instrument called Shekere (Shay-ka-ray).

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April 6, 2021 – May 25, 2021 Limited Space. . . .

Please call the Senior Center by Wednesday, March 31th to register for the workshop. *Make & Play Shekere Workshop- This is Su CASA program, produced by the Center for Traditional Music and Dance and supported in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, NYC Councilmember Adrienne Adams and The New York City Department for the Aging.

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