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FATHER’S DAY: THE COMMUNITY CENTER COMMITTEE HOSTS ITS ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY CIGAR AND GAME NIGHT IN THE COURTYARD. President’s Message - Pg. 2
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Page 2 ROCHDALE VILLAGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025-2026 The Rochdale Village Board of Directors serves 5,860 middle income families and more than 25,000 people in the world’s second largest housing cooperative, located at 169-65 137th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11434; Tel: 718-276-5700 extension 3360. OFFICERS OF THE BOARD
Chairwoman of the Board Dr. Althea Hicks President Jean Hall Vice Presidents Khedda Hayden-Ryan Keysha Beasley Cody Hamblin Anthony Diggs Treasurer Vanessa Duah Assistant Treasurer Sheila McKenzie Secretary Allison Saunders Assistant Secretary Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith
MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
Letisha Azizah Keysha Beasley Talib Bey Janine Cross Anthony Diggs Vanessa Duah Jean Hall Cody Hamblin Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-Smith Khedda Hayden-Ryan Dr. Althea Hicks Sheila McKenzie Allison Saunders Lisa Stark Jacqueline Telfer George Simon (State Representative) COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance Jean Hall & Vanessa Duah Commercial Services Dr. Althea Hicks Community Center Khedda Hayden-Ryan Community Relations Board of Directors Legal & Management Jean Hall Maintenance/Environmental Conservation Keysha Beasley Media & IT Jean Hall Orientation Letisha Azizah Public Safety/Parking Khedda Hayden-Ryan Senior Citizens Jean Hall Youth Planning Keysha Beasley
MANAGEMENT
Douglas Elliman Property Management General Manager Cary Smith III
Assistant Manager Leacroft Gordon
Assistant Manager Wilfred Rodriguez
Controller
William Young
Director of Maintenance Kelvin Pantaleon
Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback
Power Plant Director Corey Jones
Human Resource Director Dolores Benner
General Counsel Dean Roberts
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President’s Message - BY JEAN HALL
Greetings Shareholders, There are months when I sit down to write this message and the words come easily. And then there are times when I pause and ask myself, What should I say? What does our community need to hear right now? This month, the answer came to me from a spiritual place. One of my favorite gospel songs, “Stand” by Donnie McClurkin, filled my spirit. There is a line that always stops me in my tracks: “What do you do when you’ve done all you can, and it seems like it’s never enough?” “What do you say when your friends turn away and you’re all alone?” “Tell me, what do you give when you’ve given your all and it seems like you can’t make it through?”
President, Jean Hall
And then the answer: You just stand. As President, I face criticism — fair and unfair. I face resistance, misinformation, and attempts to distract or derail the work. Leadership is not for the faint of heart or weak of spirit. It demands clarity, courage, and consistency. And when the noise gets loud, when the attacks get personal, when the work feels heavy, I remind myself: Stand anyway. What do you do when a community in crisis grows impatient with the pace of change? When some doubt your commitment? When mistruths and rumors spread? When fear and distrust are stirred up by those who benefit from division? You stand. On the hardest days, I call on my closest companions’ mercy and grace to steady me, to keep me positive, and to remind me why I serve. And even then, I stand. Our community has taken its share of bumps and bruises. But we are resilient when we stand together. If we truly want progress, we must stop trying to outmaneuver or undermine one another. Your board members are volunteers dedicated, committed, and working tirelessly to protect and strengthen every shareholder’s investment. The hand we were dealt did not appear overnight, and it will not be fixed overnight. Real change takes time more than one, two, or even three years. But we are moving, working, and rebuilding with purpose. My personal journey requires me to lean on my faith to stay grounded, focused, and productive. I remind myself daily to stand. Stand on the belief that we are strongest when we work together. Stand on the truth that our differences do not divide us rather our shared love for this community unites us. Stand on the power of collaboration, respect, and meaningful service. So, I ask you, as neighbors, as shareholders, as partners in this work: What do you do when you’ve done all you can, and it seems like it’s never enough? You just stand. And we will stand together. “Standing strong. Standing steady. Standing for Rochdale.”
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S E M A G & C I GAFORRSFATHER'S DAY
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This one’s for the all the fathers! On Saturday, June 13, 2026, Cooperators came out to the Courtyard near the Community Center for an evening of cigars and games. The event, hosted by the Community Center Committee started at 7:00 p.m. and continued into the night. Many women came out to support the event and the men of the community, and it also turned into an evening to celebrate the Knicks! Fun was had by all who attended.
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General Manager’s Report - BY CARY SMITH III
June 2026 Dear Shareholders and Residents,
an outside contractor. Work remains ongoing and is progressing as scheduled.
As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining and enhancing the appearance, safety, and overall quality of life throughout Roch- REMOVAL OF GUM FROM CONCRETE WALKWAYS dale Village, Management is pleased to provide an update on the 2026 Spring Improvement Projects currently underway across the To improve the appearance of our commercial areas and pedestrian community. walkways, the removal of gum from the concrete pathways outside the entrances of Mall #1 and Mall #2 began on June 13, 2026. This PARKING LOT STRIPING effort will help restore and maintain cleaner walking surfaces for residents and visitors. The parking lot striping program commenced on June 6, 2026. Work has already been completed in the area outside Chase Bank. CLEANING OF APARTMENT ENTRANCE This project will continue throughout the summer utilizing our in- DOOR SADDLES house staff until all parking lots have been restriped and refreshed. Beginning June 29, 2026, staff will commence cleaning apartment POWER WASHING OF EXTERIOR SURFACES entrance door saddles throughout the development. Shareholders will receive advance notification detailing the project schedule and A comprehensive power washing initiative is scheduled to begin any necessary instructions to ensure smooth access for staff pershortly upon delivery of the required cleaning materials. This proj- forming this work. ect will include the cleaning of lobby exterior glazed brick surfaces, canopies, awnings, storefronts at Mall #1 and Mall #2, building HALLWAY FLOOR RESTORATION PROGRAM vestibule entrances, and M-door ramps. All equipment has been secured and is ready for deployment. Completion is anticipated by the The stripping, sealing, and waxing of hallway floors is currently end of July 2026. underway throughout the community. This ongoing project is designed to preserve flooring surfaces, improve cleanliness, and mainVESTIBULE AND LOBBY DOOR SADDLE REPAIRS tain the appearance of our residential buildings. Repairs and caulking of all building vestibule and lobby door saddles MOVING FORWARD began in March 2026 and have now been successfully completed in all 20 residential buildings. These improvements help prevent water These projects represent just a portion of Management’s continued infiltration and extend the life of these heavily utilized entryways. efforts to improve the appearance, functionality, and long-term preservation of Rochdale Village. We appreciate the cooperation and paCIRCLE CURB APPEAL ENHANCEMENT tience of our shareholders and residents as this work progresses and look forward to providing additional updates in the months ahead. The Circle Curb Appeal Enhancement Project, which included Thank you for your continued support as we work together to keep painting curbs throughout the circle area, began in April 2026 and Rochdale Village a community we can all be proud of. has been completed. The improvements have enhanced both the appearance and visibility of traffic areas throughout the community.
MALL #1 EXTERIOR WALL PAINTING
Respectfully Submitted,
Painting of the exterior walls at Mall #1 commenced on June 6, Cary Smith III 2026. Lower wall sections are being completed by Rochdale Vil- General Manager lage’s in-house staff, while upper wall sections will be painted by Rochdale Village
The next meeting of the Board of Directors will be on Monday, July 27, 2026 in the Community Center and on Zoom at 7:00 p.m.
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P ublic S afety R eport
- BY CHIEF ADOLPH OSBACK
May 2026 The Public Safety department maintains 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage. Filtering Calls to Dispatch: COMPLAINTS: 124 Loitering complaints of which 44 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no loiterers were present) 110 Noise complaints of which 108 were marked as unfounded (officers responded but no noise could be heard) INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: 9 Risk Management Incidents (trips/falls/other injuries) 90
Investigative Incidents (criminal matters, cooperator violations etc.)
2 Violations Issued 8 Related Arrest Incidents 0 Criminal Summons 1
Fire Incident
110
Total Incidents for the month by Investigative Unit
TASK FORCE UNIT:
1,166 Total Calls Received for Assistance during the month Cooperator Escort Service 166
Calls for cooperator escort
75
Calls aided sick / injury and elevator entrapments
Violations Cost per Violation Issued 4
illegal sublet/occupant $400
2
disorderly conduct $250
3
noise complaint $175
5
failure to comply $150
12
loitering $200
1
smoking in unauthorized area
3
harboring a pet $300
2
illegal move-out/in $400
$200
1 theft of property $300 (damages) 2
assault $1000
2 These verticals resulted in 16 violations. In addition, 102 loiterers were encountered and the Team responded to (11) calls assigned from Central 1 Dispatch and performed 2 tenant verifications. 2 Note: Directed verticals are additional post inspections performed to proactively reduce quality of life conditions in designated “hot spots” 5 as determined by community complaints and analysis of various patrol 1 reports.
criminal activity $750
2
littering $200
3
negligence $200
1
property damage $300
1
reckless endangerment $150
1
walking dog on premises
54
Total $15,075
111
Directed & Routine Verticals
PATROL OFFICERS: 4,183
building verticals, ground floor inspections and parking lot checks were conducted in the month.
375
Directed verticals were conducted in the month.
4,558 Total post inspections were conducted in the month.
urinating in public $350 fire hazard
$200
health hazard $200 improper storage $100
$300
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Provided by 113th Precinct P.O. Smith, Crime Analysis Division to Public Safety Chief Adolph Osback, Public Safety Chair Khedda Hayden-Ryan
28 DAY ROCHDALE VILLAGE INDEX CRIMES SUMMARY:
A Message From The Chief Greetings cooperators: On May 28th at around 3pm while working the back-gate post Officer Johnson observed an individual walking through Lot 9B and pulling on several car door handles. After continued observation, this person was observed entering a black Range Rover parked in the lot. Responding Public Safety Officers found the individual laying inside the back seat of the Range Rover. Also observed were several Amazon boxes with various addresses throughout Rochdale Village. The individual was detained for trespassing and later identified as Maurice Miller (non-resident). NYPD was requested and Mr. Miller was subsequently placed under arrest and charged with criminal trespassing. Mr. Miller currently has 5 open court cases for charges related to petit larceny and he does not work for Amazon. Unfortunately, despite several attempts to contact the intended recipients of the packages, no contact was ever made. Therefore, he could not be charged with the theft of these items. I want to thank Officer Johnson for being vigilant and going the extra mile. Kudos! Adolph Osback, Chief of Public Safety
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C ontroller ’ s R eport
- BY WILLIAM YOUNG
Profit and Loss Financial Statement Narrative For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027)
Rochdale Village Inc. PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FY 2025 vs. Budget Summary of Key Performance Indicators For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027)
DRAFT PRIOR TO THE AUDIT & AUDIT ADJUSTMENTS
For the Month Ended April 30, 2026, (1) Total Revenue increased $1,982,000 as compared to the Budget. The increase in Revenue is due to the 31.2% Carrying Charge (2) Total Expenses before Depreciation decreased $(147,000) as compared to the Budget. Operating Income Before Depreciation increased to a positive $1,323,000. The increase as compared to the Budget is due to the 31.2% Carrying charge increase that was not Budgeted for. Contributing to the increase was a reduction in Public Safety expense, the reduction in insurance costs and the decrease in Shelter Rent due to the budget reflecting a carry charge increase in the Shelter Rent Calculation.
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Total Revenue For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Total revenue - For the Year Ended March 31, 2026 (FY 2026), Total revenue increased $11,090,000 to $100,986,000 as compared to $89,895,000 in the FY 2026 Budget. The increase is due to the 31.2% Carrying Charge and the $1.5 million received for the restoration of the Community Center. Apartment revenue - Apartment revenue - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), Apartment revenue increased $1,994,000 to $8,616.,000 as compared to the FY 2027 Budget which was $6,622,000. The increase is related to the Carrying charge increase of 31.2% in in November 2025 that was not anticipated in the FY 2027 Budget. Commercial rental revenue –For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), Commercial rental revenue was in-line with the FY 2027 Budget. Other Rental Revenue-(Includes Parking) - Other rental revenue was in-line with the Budget. NOTE: Approximately 80% of Other rental revenue is related to Parking revenue. Community Center Revenue - Community Center Revenue decreased $(21,100) as compared to the Budget. This decrease is due to less room rental income. Other Income (accounts - Laundry, & Interest income) For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), other income decreased $(32,000) due to less revenue from the new Laundry Vendor as compared to the prior Laundry vendor. The New Laundry company pays $42,000 per month and the old Laundry company paid approximately $75,000 per month.
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C ontroller ’ s R eport
- BY WILLIAM YOUNG
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Administrative, Janitorial & Ground, Maintenance & Operating and Public Safety Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Administrative - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027) Administrative expenses were Relatively in-line with the Budget. Management expenses includes (1) Management fees, Administrative salaries (Executive, Administrative, Accounting, Projects, Purchasing & Board employee salaries (2) Office related expenses and (3) legal, Auditing, Collection and Eviction expenses. Janitorial & Grounds - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), Janitorial & Grounds expenses increased $89,000 to $642,000 as compared to $554,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to an increase in Porter salaries and the purchase of garbage bags. Maintenance and Operating Costs - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027)Maintenance and Operating costs increased $229,000 to $1,555,000 as compared to $1,326,000 in the Budget. The increase is related to an increase in apartment repairs & apartment renovations as compared to the Budget. Public Safety - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027) Public Safety expenses decreased $(113,000) to $395,000 as compared to $509,000 in the FY 2027 Budget. The decrease is due to the Budget anticipating we would be at Full Staff and we are not at Full Staff .
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Power Plant (Fuel & Utilities), Water, Salaries and Other Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Power Plant - Power Plant - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), total expenses increased $347,000 to $1,994,000 as compared to $1,647,000 in the FY 2027 Budget. This variance is explained below: a. Fuel & Utilities- -increased $129,000 as compared to the Budget. This increase is due to an increase in National Grid prices and an increase in Natural Gas costs from $.392 per therm to $.536 per therm and increase of 36.7%. b. Water & Sewer - Water & Sewer increased $225,000 due to Power Plant usage. The Power Plant cooling towers are continually requiring repairs. In discussions with the Plant Manager, he explained that Tower #2 is in worse condition than Tower #1. To properly illustrate the magnitude of the Tower situation, each tower circulates 20,000 gallons per minute. As we get leaks, we try our best to fix them quickly Please be aware that we are not just losing water but chemical treatment as well. We have been fortunate not to lose an entire basin, but most of our water loss can be attributed to the Cooling Towers exceeding mechanical limitations. c. Salaries & Other expenses were in-line with the FY 2027 Budget.
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Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Insurance, Shelter Rent, Employee Benefits & Payroll Taxes Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Insurance Expense (Property, General Liability, Umbrella & Workers Compensation) - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027) Insurance expenses decreased $(131,000) to $939,000 as compared to $1,071,000 in the FY 2027 Budget. The decrease is related to the Budget anticipating a 10% increase in insurance costs and the actual increase was relatively flat to prior year. Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) - For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027), Real Estate Taxes (Shelter Rent) expenses decreased $(433,000) to $125,000 as compared to $558,000 in the Budget. This decrease is due to NYC billing Rochdale at a rate that reflects recent reductions for allocation of Corporate expenses. It should be noted that NYC billed Rochdale $0 dollars for the First Quarter of 2027 for the residential!!!! The $125,000 represents the. The amount of tax for the Power Plant property. In addition, The FY2027 Budget reflected and increase due to an anticipated a 30% carrying charge increase. ADDITION REAL ESTATE POSITIVE TREND PREPARATION OF AN ARTICLE 78 (1) In comparing the HCR Calculation to the NYC billing, it was noted that NYC is over-billing Rochdale by approximately $800,000 to $1,000,000 per year since FY 2020. The Company is in the process of evaluating if an Article 78 is appropriate to proceed against the agencies to collect our approximately $5,000,000 in over-billing by NYC. (2) In the Shelter Rent Calculation only, the Budget reflected a Carrying Charge increase which increases the Shelter Rent Calculation. (3) The State has initiated legislation that will decrease to 5% the tax rate Power Plant Income from the current 10%. This will positively impact the calculation.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Bad Debt, Inventory Usage and Community Center Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Bad Debt Expense - Bad Debt Expense was relatively in-line with the Budget. Inventory Usage - The inventory usage account is the true up of the Inventory observation Community Center - Community Center - The community center expense decreased $(48,000) as compared to the Budget. This decrease in expense is related Porters & Maintenance personnel not being charged to the Community Center but they were budgeted for in the Community Center.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Board, Election, Social Services, Bulletin and Committee Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) Note: For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (Fiscal 2027, these expenses were all in-line or lower than the Budget
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Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Board, Election, Social Services, Bulletin and Committee Expenses For the Month Ended April 30, 2026 (FY 2027) (NOTE: We are still in the process of a software conversion. There are reclassifications and account mapping issues that will be resolved once the conversion is complete.)
Rochdale Village Inc. Summary of Aged Accounts Payable
Rochdale Village Inc. (NET) Accounts Receivable by Year & Current Month
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Rochdale Village Inc. Balance Sheet FY 2026 & FY 2027
(NOTE: We are still in the process of a software conversion. There are reclassifications and account mapping issues that will be resolved once the conversion is complete.)
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of HCR Reserve Balance Through April 2026
Note: The Balance of the HCR Reserves as of April 2026 is: $ 1,505,821.63.
Rochdale Village, Inc. Summary of Water Arrears & Payments
Note: 1 The chart shows (1) Line 1- the original water payable amount (2) Column A - Line 2 through 11 - the payments made to reduce the original payable and (3) Column C - the payments made for the current bills. We are current on ALL required payments.
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Water and Sewer Payment Agreement Update
As summarized in the May 2026 newspaper, Rochdale Village entered into an agreement with New York City Environmental Protection (DEP) to reduce the amount of interest being charged on our outstanding water and sewer debt. This will help create a manageable repayment plan. It was agreed that Rochdale Village would pay the Power Plant balance of approximately $1.88 million in two installments. The first payment of $938,041 was paid on May 12, 2026 and the second payment of $1,030,398.37 was paid on June 26, 2026. On Monday June 29, DEP will waive $352,441 of interest. DEP will send over confirmation in writing that the interest is waived. As part of the agreement, payments on the other water accounts were paused while the company paid the outstanding Power Plant balance. Beginning in July 2026, Rochdale Village will resume payments on all accounts. In addition, for the accounts that were paused, those paused amounts will be paid over 4 months from July 2026 to October 2026. Once those payments are made, DEP will forgive another $352,411 of interest.
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UNDERSTANDING THE SEASONAL CHANGES New York City Law
FOR OUR POWER PLANT
The heating season in New York City is 10/1 through May 31st. This is the legally defined period when all residential building owners, including large developments like Rochdale Village, must provide heat. The new cooling-season bill in New York City is the law passed by the City Council in late 2025. Formally, Int.0994-2024, now enacted which creates a mandatory cooling requirement for most dwellings. The cooling season will be June 15 through September 15 and full enforcement will begin June 1, 2030. The law does apply to Mitchell-Lama buildings. Note: Rochdale Village is not a typical NYC building with window AC’s and a boiler in the basement. We have a power plant that: • Provides all heating and cooling for 5,860 units, community center and management offices. • We use the same distribution system (fan-coil units/convectors) for both. • We require a 30-day transition period between heating and cooling. • We must shut down heating before the cooling changeover can begin. This is a mechanical fact, not a policy choice. Look at this year’s timeline: • Heating shut down: May 15th • Cooling operational: June 9th • Total changeover time: 25 days (within the normal 20–30-day window) If heating had run until May 31 (as the law requires), cooling would not have been available until late June. And the reverse is also true: If cooling must run until September 15, we cannot possibly meet a October 1 heating deadline. The power plant physically cannot switch over in 15 days. Therefore, a letter will be sent to Councilmember Hankerson to advise him of the impact of the New York City heating and cooling laws. Specifically, we will be requesting that the law includes a central-plant exception or alternative schedule. This is extremely important as we do not want Rochdale to face automatic violations and penalties. Specifically, how our power plant switched from heating to cooling each year As the weather warms up, Rochdale Village’s power plant begins its annual transition from providing heat to delivering air-conditioning for the entire complex. This is a normal, planned process that happens every year, and it ensures that the entire community stays comfortable throughout the summer. How it works: 1. The Plant Redirects Its Energy: During the winter, the plant’s boilers produce steam that warms our buildings. In the summer, that same steam is redirected to run large cooling machines called chillers. These chillers create cold water that is used to cool apartments. 2. Chilled Water Replaces Hot Water in the Pipes: Once the chillers are running, the plant begins circulating chilled water through the system instead of hot water. This chilled water travels to each building and feeds the fan-coil/convectors units inside apart-
ments, the same units that provide heat in winter now deliver cool air in summer.
3. Cooling Towers Help Remove Heat: Outside the plant, cooling towers release the excess heat that’s pulled out of the buildings. You may notice these towers running more often during hot days. That is a sign the system is working hard to keep everyone comfortable. 4. Why the Changeover Takes Time: Before the cooling can begin, the plant and building systems must be cleaned, tested, and switched over safely. This includes: 9 Checking pumps and valves 9 Flushing building lines 9 Starting up the chillers and cooling towers 9 Ensuring proper water treatment 9 9 This careful process prevents breakdowns during the hottest days of the year. 5. What Shareholders Can Expect: Once the system is fully switched to cooling mode, chilled water flows continuously throughout the summer. If temperatures rise early Rochdale has begun the transition period sooner, as was the case this year. A Realistic Timeline for Heating-to-Cooling Changeover 1. Pre-Season Prep (5-7 days) Before the actual switch begins, the plant team: • Inspects boilers, pumps, and valves • Cleans cooling towers • Test chillers • Prepares chemical treatment for chilled-water loops 2. System Changeover (7-10days) This is the heart of the process: • Heating pumps are shut down • Chilled-water pumps are activated • Chillers are brought online gradually • Building risers are flushed • Valves are switched from heating to cooling. This step must be done carefully to avoid leaks, air pockets, or equipment strain. 3. Stabilization & Balancing (7-14 days) Once cooling begins, the system needs time to: • Balance water flow across 20 buildings • Adjust temperatures • Confirm all fan-coil/convectors units are receiving chilled water • Address any isolated apartment or building issues This is why shareholders may feel “partial cooling” before the system reaches full performance. Total Expected Timeframes: 20-30 days are typical and healthy. The shareholders were notified that on Sunday, May 17, 2026, the heating system would be shut down. June 9th shareholders notified the AC is now on. Based on our time we turned the AC on within a 30-day period. 45 days is still normal for a complex the size of Rochdale Village. 60-90 days would only occur if major repairs or unexpected failures happened.
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KNICK N BA F INA WATCH PA
After having an amazing win record throughout the playoffs, the New York Knicks made it to the NBA Finals to face off against the San Antonio Spurs! For the first time since 1999, the Knicks had a chance to become NBA Champions. The games were held on June 3rd, 5th, 8th, 10th and 13th of 2026. To celebrate (or commiserate) together, the Board of Directors held a Watch Party for each game. Games 1 through 4 were watched in the Ballroom, and the 5th was watched out on the lawn. Cooperators showed up decked out in their orange and blue, ready to support their home team. Ballroom concessions were available for the first four games, the fifth was free and BYOBB. The Knicks won Games 1 and 2 held in San Antonio, and returned home where they lost Game 3, but won Game 4, making comeback history. For Game 5, they traveled back to San Antonio where they made history, breaking a 53-year dry spell for the Knicks! Congrats to players and fans!
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ROCHDALE VILLAGE PRESENTS
June 2026
The Star Graduate Edition 2026
Layla Alston
Charles E. Dalencour
Hi my name is Layla Alston and I am a resident of Rochdale village. I am a senior at P.S.80. I am apart of the MSK program, L2L dance troupe, color guard and a cheerleader for the rosedale jets. I will be attending MS 72 in the fall.
Charles Evans Dalencour graduated from City College with his Bachelor of Arts in music production, having been accepted into the Sonic Arts program, where he created original music compositions and scores. Charles will pursue freelance work and teaching students how to create their own beats.
Jayden Fowler
Ayden Osbourne
Congratulations to Jayden Fowler on graduating from York Early College Academy, Class of 2026! Today marks the beginning of an exciting new journey filled with endless possibilities. Your family celebrates your strength, perseverance, and bright future, and wishes you continued success, happiness, and God’s abundant blessings in all that lies ahead.
Ayden Osbourne has proudly graduated from junior high school. His dedication, kindness, and love of learning have shaped him into a respectful and determined young man. As he begins high school at Cambria Heights Academy, I pray God continues to guide and bless him. With love, a proud mother.
Kalea Puckett
Amber Rodgers
Kalea Puckett graduated with honors from Virginia State University on May 16, 2026. She was nominated for Teacher of Promise and was inducted into the National Society of Leadership and Success in her senior year. Kalea plans to begin her professional career by becoming a New York City school teacher.
Proud parents celebrate Amber Rodgers’ graduation from the Academy of Excellence Through the Arts as she prepares to attend Stephen A. Halsey Middle School this fall. Her hard work paid off this year, and we’re excited to see her continue to shine in dance and acting while enjoying swimming and gymnastics this summer.
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JUNE 2026
PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS Tuesday, June 23, 2026, was Primary Election Day. Here are the results of the elections that affect Rochdale Village.
STATE COMPTROLLER
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PRIMARY ELECTION NY S TATE ASSEMBLY SEAT (DISTRICT 32)
By Cynthia Bernadine
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hen Assemblymember Vivian E. Cook declared in Incumbent Thomas DiNapoli was challenged by Raj Goyle and February that she would not seek re-election, it beDrew Warshaw for the Demoratic primary. The winner Thomas DiNapoli will go on the face Republican Joseph Hernandez and came clear that the competition for her distinguished State Working Families Party Nominee Sienna Fontaine in Novem- Assembly seat in District 32 would attract significant interest. ber. Cook has etched her name in history as one of the longest-serving members of the New York State Assembly, STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 32 representing District 32 in Queens since 1991. Throughout With the retirement of Vivian E. Cook, this seat was up for grabs: her tenure, she has emerged as a powerful advocate for the Running for election were Nathaniel Hezekiah III, Queen Johnresidents of the borough, consistently voicing their concerns son, Latoya LeGrand, Mohammed Molla, and Tunisia Morrison. in Albany. Nathaniel Hezekiah III will face Paul Nichols (The Answer ParCook, who has represented her district for more than ty) and Latoya LeGrand (Working Fammilies Party) in November. thirty years, had publicly thrown her support behind Nathaniel Hezekiah, currently serving as Deputy Chief of Staff for CITY CIVIL COURT - QUEENS COUNTY Congressman Gregory Meeks. Alongside Hezekiah in the This special election was on the ballot with two seats open were: race was Latoya LeGrand, a former aide of Cook’s and now John Ciafone, Edward Irizarry, Julie Milner, and Edmond Wong. working for State Senator James Sanders Jr. LeGrand’s candidacy introduced an extra dimension of competition, given ties to Cook. ALSO ON THE BALLOT IN NOVEMBER: their close On June 23, 2026, the New York Primary election Congressman Gregory Meeks (Incumbent) faces a challenge took place, and Nathaniel Hezekiah triumphed in the Disfrom Republican George Marsh. trict 32 Assembly race, securing a decisive victory against Governor Kathy Hochul (and running mate, former City his competitors: Mohammed J. Molla, Latoya LeGrand, TuCouncil Speaker Adrienne Adams) has a few opponents: Bruce nisia Morrison, and Queen Johnson. The primaries serve as a way for political parties to Blakeman/Todd Hood (Republican), Amy Taylor/Joshua Goldchoose their candidates for the general election. After that, fein (Working Families), Jonathan Makeley (Prohibition). the selected candidates from each party compete against one Attorney General Letisha James faces a challenge from Repub- another in the general election, which takes place in November. Based on https://ballotpedia.org, Hezekiah will then go lican Saritha Komatireddy. up against Paul Nichols from The Answer Party and Latoya LeGrand from the Working Families Party. State Senator James Sanders Jr. is running unopposed. The upcoming election in November is significant, as New York City Civil Court has another Special Election: Dem- the winner will inherit a substantial legacy. Vivian E. Cook ocrats Jasmine Valle-Bueno, Julie Milner, and Edmond Wong dedicated her life to enhancing education, housing, senior face off against Republicans Thomas Barra, Stephen Dachtera, services, and the growth of South East Queens, leaving a remarkable mark on the community. and Michael Mossa. All information taken from https://ballotpedia.org/.
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ABOUT ROCHDALE VILLAGE COMMITTEES Cooperative living embraces the principle that we are a community that works together for the common good. This means each resident plays an active role in supporting their community, and ultimately, each other. Cooperators may join any committee by simply calling the board office, 718-275-5700 ext. 3360 and request your name be added to the members list. You are free to join as many committees as you choose!
Media & Info Technology Committee Monthly Meeting Minutes Date: 6/18/26 Time: 7:00pm Location: Community Center Room 16 Chairperson: Jean Hall
DISCUSSION: The committee welcomed Mr. Leacroft Gordon as our special guest to present the design for the new RV website and take questions/recommendations.
the logos that were created and selected their top two. The board will also be asked to weigh in.
We will continue to explore the idea of having a content creator or will that The feedback was positive; the website task be placed with the communicaprovides a fresh new and user-friendly tions department – discussions ongoapplication that onsite staff will be able ing. to update. The site will have both a public face and a stie access for shareholders only. UPCOMING EVENTS: Chairperson, Jean Hall. N/A The committee approved the design and their input for changes and up- NEXT MEETING: TBD – July or PLANNED AGENDA: 1. Design & Acceptance of Newly dates will be incorporated. Next step – August – once the go ahead is given to present to board the demonstration, Proposed RV website where we are and obtain their input be- Meeting ended at: 8:00p.m. 2. Discussion on Content Creator fore the final authorization to proceed Attendance: 3 3. Open is given. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Minutes submitted by:Jean Hall - Chair In addition, the committee discussed ♦ N/A
Senior Citizen Committee Monthly Meeting Minutes Date: 6/3/26 Time: 10:00am Location: Grand Ballroom Chairperson: Jean Hall Co-Chair Clara Sheppeard
DISCUSSION: Reminder early voting starts June 13th thru June 21, 2026. Election Day is Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Your Vote is Your Voice!
NEXT MEETING: NO MEETING IN JULY – Due to our July 4th Celebration! Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Happy Father’s Day to all our Father’s Meeting ended at: 12 p.m. – accept this gift as a token of our ap- Attendance:133 preciation! We collected a total of $355,00 UPCOMING EVENTS: Minutes submitted by:Jean Hall - Chair Chairperson, Jean Hall. The New York Knicks are in the championship round, which begins tonight. The Board of Directors will host watch parPLANNED AGENDA: 1. Open – annual breakfast in the ties for every game in the championship round. Courtyard ANNOUNCEMENTS: Winery Trip will take place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Looking forward to a day of fun, wine tasting and fellowship. Bus will depart at 9AM in front of library on 137th Avenue.
We are asking for $10.00 which will help to cover our costs. Franks, hamburgers, turkey burgers, snacks, sodas and waters will be provided. BYOBB! GO NY GO!
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Synopsis of Cooperator’s Session - for May 18, 2026 board meeting
Chair Dr. Althea Hicks opened the cooperator’s session at 7:06PM.
Response: The windows close for lunch from 12PM to 1PM. Daily the windows close at 3:30PM.
Question: What is the timeline for making the laundry rooms doors Question: So why is no one answering the phones? And the buildADA compliant? ings are disgusting. The laundry room floors look like ten little pigs Response: We do not have an official timeline yet. However, man- been bouncing around. The corridors in the back are filthy from the agement will reach out to the contractor and determine how soon this main door all the way down. Maintenance men complain they do not have supplies, why don’t the men have supplies? project will begin. Question: Has the income level requirement been increased after we had the carrying charge increase in November 2025? How are surcharges calculated and who determines it? Why isn’t the maximum income limit for our apartments sent to us in writing? Response: Controller for the corporation stated he does not have that information and will contact the shareholder tomorrow based on the apartment information that was provided. He further stated he would put information regarding the maximum income limit for our apartments online.
Response: The calls should be answered; if the group phones are busy the calls should be transferred to central maintenance. Regarding the cleanliness of the building, I will visit the building after this meeting and inspect the laundry room and hallway. Corrective measures will be taken if required.
Question: When I held a meeting in my building 13, a security officer came over, and he asked what we were doing and why we were assembling. Seems like they have selective vision they cannot address those on the ramp over the stated time period, they cannot address the nonsense with people sitting under the scaffolds, they do Question: I am questioning what I believe are erroneous charges on not address noise, but you want to address women having a meeting? my account and a lack of follow-through from management. Specifically, for the past six months I have questioned violations that have Response: Public Safety receives a list of the activities in all the been placed on my carrying charge statement. Despite being told by building community rooms. If your meeting was not on the list the the General Manager that a response would be provided two months security officer was inquiring as to what was taking place. ago, I have not received any status. I feel that is not acceptable governance. Shareholder requested written confirmation on the status Note: Attendees questioned why water was not available at tonight’s of the disputed charges, documentation to support violations issued, meeting. removal of charges if documentation does not exist, and a review of management practices to make sure shareholders are billed and sup- Question: I want to know why I have not been given my parking space back. I have met with the Assistant General Manager Mr. Gorporting documentation supplied. don, and I want to meet with the General Manager. I still want to meet with the General Manager regarding the amounts that have Response: Management will address your concerns in writing. been charged to my account. Question: Is there specific information regarding succession rights? Response: A meeting will be scheduled with the General Manager to Response: Generally, a person should be on the income survey for at address your concerns. least two years, and that is their primary residence. However, there may be considerations that require review. Management will either Question: The woman who was recently evicted from an elderly approve or deny the succession request. All succession applications woman’s apartment is still walking around Rochdale. The evacuamust be approved by HCR. In denials, the person(s) may request a tion plan for Rochdale should be delivered to everyone’s door. And review by HCR. This may take time before a final determination is where are the bunkers located? made by HCR. Response: We do not have bunkers, if anyone sees the woman you We are looking into having all those approved through succession to should all public safety. go through orientation. Comment: When I moved into Rochdale Village last September Question: Regarding the star credit has everyone entitled to this 2025, no one advised that Rochdale Village had financial problems and this large increase was on the way. I am a single parent. I was credit received it? advised that I must do the bedroom floor myself since I am allergic Response: Management indicated that the application of star credits to carpet. I had to get the carpet out and then do my bedroom. Next is still ongoing. Management receives star credit listings, and we can month, I will get hit with this huge increase. There are several issues check to determine if we have received a star credit for you and get with my apartment. back to you with an answer. No further questions, the Cooperators Session ended at 7:55PM. Question: What is the time that the maintenance windows in the group offices closed daily, also what time is the window closed for There were no motions for the month of May. lunch? Why are the phones not being answered?
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CLASSIFIEDS MAINTENANCE
Group Manager
Floater
7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. 40 Hours Per Week Key Responsibilities: Ensures building maintenance services are carried out by establishing standards and procedures; Completes building maintenance operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; follows up on work results; Identifies management concerns by surveying environmental and operational conditions; Determines service, equipment and personnel requirements by conducting inspections; Maintains job results by coaching, counseling and disciplining employees accordingly; plans, monitors and appraises job results; Prepares work schedules, assigns work and oversees work results; Anticipates needed supplies and maintains supplies inventory; and Prepares maintenance reports accordingly. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s or equivalent degree/ experience combination preferred; Previous janitorial supervisory experience; Knowledge of equipment maintenance, supply management, facilities management systems and facilities coordination; Two (2) to Five (5) years’ experience in maintenance practices, procedures and techniques; Flexible work schedule, mandatory rotating weekends; Excellent time management and general or-
ganizational skills; Proficient with MS Outlook, MS Excel and MS Word; Demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; and Minimum ten (10) hour OSHA training, preferred. Salary: $65,000
fect complete Building Walkthrough Inspections, general work order service, and notify the respective Group Manager of conditions that require attention; Peripherally contribute in a support capacity to the Restoration Inspector doing Finals and Restoration Inspections; Other related duties as related.
Shovel and remove snow and ice from designated areas; Operate chemical spray machine; Seasonal planting of flowers and pruning of trees; Meticulous upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors and leasing office, parking lots, building service ramps; and Asphalt repairs and minor masonry or plastering on surfaces
equivalent; Two (2) years’ residential property management or maintenance experience, or in performing building inspections; or three (3) years’ Administrative Clerk/Housing Authority experience; Knowledge of practices and procedures in housing inspections, and basic housing code requirements; Basic Construction terminology, techniques and materials; Principles and procedures of record keeping; Strong written and verbal skills; Outstanding customer service; Demonstrates high level of integrity and professionalism; Other related duties as assigned.
quired); Basic knowledge of hand tools use, and some horticulture knowledge (desirable); Candidates must be physically fit to work outdoors in all weather.
Occupied Apartment Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: High school Inspector of High School Diploma or diploma or equivalent (re11:00 A.M - 7:00 A.M. & 8:00 A.M.– 4:00 P.M. 40 Hours Per Week
Key Responsibilities: Responsible for engaging in all aspects of the New York State mandated Mitchell-Lama Occupied Apartment Inspections Program; Responsible for follow-up calls to secure appointments with shareholders, to checking voicemail messages from shareholders interested in securing appointments as well; Maintain a consistent professional manner when interacting with the community; Must be diligent in observing details within the shareholders’ apartments that include established parameters for violations, determined by the State of New York / Housing Preservation and Development; Remain steadfast in integrity, and accurately document all violations and conditions; Compile all Occupied Apartment Inspection violations, organize, document, enter data and produce a comprehensive report on a quarterly basis, or as required by Management; When needed, update the Keri System Software to actively address changes in our Parking Lot systems; Periodically ef-
Salary: $20.00 Per Hour
SEASONAL
MAINTENANCE
Seasonal
Grounds Worker 40 Hours Per Week, Seasonal Shifts to be Scheduled
Testing is required for this position. Key Responsibilities: Operate lawnmowers, hedger, trimmers, snow removal equipment (snow blowers, tractors);
Benefits: Union (Service Employees International Union, LOCAL 32BJ Salary: $17.1962 Per Hour
Vacation Relief
Workers
Key Responsibilities: Stripping, mopping and buffing of all lobby and hallway floors; Cleaning of all glass, metal and painted surfaces; Cleaning and deodorizing of stairwell floors and walls; Collection of garbage from lobbies; Cleaning of all elevator floors, walls and tracks; Cleaning office spaces, kitchens and bathrooms, including windows, removing garbage, dusting, and mopping; All bright work and high dusting; Replacement of blown bulbs; and Miscellaneous duties such as distributing and posting flyers on bulletin boards. Qualifications: Knowledge of floor stripping supplies; Ability to operate floor care equipment:
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CLASSIFIEDS Qualifications: High School Diploma/ Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred; Minimum 3 years law enforcement experience; Minimum 2 years Supervisory experience; ExcelBenefits: (Service Employees lent interpersonal and commuInternational Union, LOCAL nication skills; Time management - the ability to organize 32BJ) and manage multiple priorities. Salary: $17.1962 Hourly. Potential for permanent employ- Salary: $65,000 ment. scrubbers, orbital buffers; Great communication skills - written and verbal; and Must be reliable with availability on weekends and holidays.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Sergeant
Shifts to Be Scheduled Full Time, 40 Hours Per Week Key Responsibilities: Supervise over the Public Safety Officers in the daily operations of the department; Assumes responsibility of all operations and services in the absence of the Lieutenant or the Deputy Chief; Supervises and evaluates the performance of the Public Safety Officers; Reviews reports in a timely manner and assures accuracy and completeness; Monitors scheduling to assure efficient and effective use of Personnel; Investigates complaints concerning the conduct and performance of Public Safety Officers; Investigates incidents that occur and process reports, obtain information, statements and/ or evidence; Assures continuous and accurate communication between public safety Administration and the Public safety officers; Assigns Public Safety Officers to designated posts; Tours the residences and grounds on foot or by patrol vehicle to make security inspections; Other duties as assigned.
MANAGEMENT
IT Coordinator
40 Hours Per Week, Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Maintain essential IT infrastructure, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software and hardware. Take responsibility for projects and solutions within the larger business initiative. The goal will be to ensure that our technological infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.
ware, hardware and networks, Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. Ability to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. Exhibit patience when communicating with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users. Collect, sort and distribute incoming/outgoing mail, and Other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: BS/BA in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)) – a plus, Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in information technology or computer science, Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role, Experience with databases, networks, (LAN, WAN) and patch management, Knowledge of system security (e.g., intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery, Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms, Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude, and, Excellent communication skills
Key Responsibilities: Project Leader in a conversion from an in-house system to a more robust software system, Install and configure software Salary: $35.7143 Per Hour and hardware, Management network servers and technolWHY ROCHDALE? ogy tools, Set up accounts and workstations, Monitor performance and maintain systems Rochdale Village is a self-conaccording to requirements, completely Troubleshoot issues and out- tained community. Our ages, Ensure security through 120 landscaped acres access controls, backups and feature tall shade trees, firewalls, Upgrade systems with new releases and models, lawns, flowerbeds, sitting Develop expertise to train staff areas, basketball and tenin new technologies, Maintain, nis courts, playgrounds upgrade and manage our soft-
and a community garden.
Other amenities include two onsite shopping malls, a community center and senior center, as well as reserved parking. Rochdale Village has excellent benefits for all employees, including major medical and hospitalization, dental, and vision, as well as a 401K and Flexible Spending Account. We are proud to offer a pleasant working environment and a friendly atmosphere. Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action / Disabled / Veterans We Are Committed To A Drug Free Workplace.
SUBMIT For consideration, please submit your resume to rvemployment@ rochdalevillage.com, unless otherwise stated. Please do not make any phone calls -- only candidated that have been selected for an interview will be contacted. **Note: All employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus**
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P rojects R eport May 2026 PROJECTS IN PROGRESS board approval Project Name: Convectors Description: Replace all (19,700) convectors with modern convectors with washable filters, thermostats, and leak prevention. Status: Nine (9) completed. Installation is complete in the following Buildings: 17-20, 5-8, 9 It became necessary to add freeze protection to the fan coil units to prevent freezing up during winter operation. A change order was approved to add additional equipment to the units for a cost of $1.7 million dollars. Installation total to date is 8,932. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $33,219,155 Money Spent: $23,224,542.16 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Federal Pacific Breaker Panels in Apartments Description: Replace electric panel located in hallway in every apartment. Status: In Progress: (3583 installed) Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,380,480 Money Spent: $2,039,824.92 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Parking Lot Repair & Sidewalk/Curb Repair Architect Description: Repave, restripe, and add expansion parking lots 1, 2,4,5,9a/9b and Big Mall. Status: O&S submitted revised drawings after receiving the Board’s input. Jay to create RFP for Parking Lot repair/expansion. O&S created RFP for Sidewalk/Curb Repair HM23AE pending approval. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $246,500.00 Money Spent: $50,132.00 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Parking Lot Repave/ Repair Contractor Description: Repave and restripe parking lots 1,2,4,5,9a/9b and Mall 1. Status: On hold. Three Lots completed: 2 (11 new spaces), 9A (1 new space), 9B. Stasi- Brothers were the lowest responsible bidder awaiting
Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $2,554,110.00 Money Spent: $489,970.80 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Sidewalk & Curb Repair Contractor Description: Concrete repair of worst areas campus wide. Status: Completed: Groups #1, 2, 3 & 5. Group 4 is on hold for Façade work. MSS is the lowest bidder at $360,000 and Board approved. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $369,000.00 Money Spent: $297,293.04 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Deaeration Tank Description: Used to remove oxygen and other gases from the water that feeds into boilers that generate steam and prevent corrosion. Status: Deaeration Tank: Installed May 10, 2022. The Unit will be connected to the existing system soon. We anticipate completion in the spring 2024 as work needs to be done in the shoulder season (Power Plant switches from heating to cooling). We will begin upon completion of Deisel #2 to maintain Plant redundancy while we make final connections. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $1,169,000 Money Spent: $1,169,000 Projected Completion: TBD commissioning is necessary at a separate approximate cost.-30k Project Name: Diesel Generators Description: Replace or rebuild two emergency backup diesel generators in Power Plant. Status: In Progress - Diesel #2 Is dismantled and parts and quotes for the necessary work are being reviewed by the project representative. Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $4,529,672 Money Spent: $710,744.10 Projected Completion: August 2026 Project Name: Various Description: Engineers and Architects and Construction mgmt. - allowance for architect, engineer, and
construction mgmt. fees. Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Wells Fargo Contract Amount: $400,000 Money Spent: $29,758.43 Projected Completion: N/A. Project Name: Central Plant Engineering Work Description: Remedial Work for Cooling Towers and Tower Dunnage, Screen-Wall, and other necessary control, filtering and piping life-cycle evaluation and energy management work. Status: Revaluating the most effective approach for new condenser lines (plumbing) and steel dunnage (cooling tower structural supports and beams). Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $115,300 Money Spent: $115,300 Projected Completion: April 2023 Project Name: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler in Big Mall Description: Install sprinkler system as required by FDNY in Mall 1 common area. Status: Fire Alarm: Sprinkler and Smoke Purge system completed. As of August 11, 2021, we are still awaiting NYC FDNY approval of system. FDNY Application was re-submitted, and we are awaiting FDNY approval. Sprinkler: Completed as of 2/7/2020 Funding Source: Reserves Original Contract Amount: $815,000 Change Order: $115,000; Total Contract: $930,000 Money Spent: $648,995.48 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Fire Alarm for 18 Bldgs. Description: Install fire alarms in building community rooms as required by FDNY. Status: Eleven (11) rooms completed (1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 14, 16,17, 18, & 20) Bldg. 4 is completed and inspected by FDNY. Bldg. 15 filed at FDNY - Awaiting approval. Eight (8) bldgs. approved by management and sent to contractor for FDNY filing. Awaiting NYCFD approval. HM-23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved 10/23/19
Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $438,857 Money Spent: $417,771 Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Public Assembly PA’s Description: Certificate required for places where people gather for parties, meetings, etc. Status: This work is on track with the other renovations of the community rooms. Architect - DOB search for all 20 Bldgs. Architect will file when fire alarms are completed for all 16 social rooms and the 4 nurseries. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: TBD Money Spent: N/A Projected Completion: TBD Project Name: Bldg. Community Room Renovation Description: Renovate all community building rooms including main area, bathrooms, and kitchens. The lathe and plaster ceilings will be removed and re-placed with 24’ x 24’ dropped ceilings. Status: Bldg. 15 re-started on 8/18/25 and still in progress. Twelve (12) Bldgs. are completed: 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, & 20. Two (2) bldgs. remaining for 2023 (2 & 7) drawings are still pending at DOB for approval. HM-23 pending at HCR & HM-180 approved. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $1,995,612 Money Spent: $1,321,164 Projected Completion: October 2024 Project Name: Sitewide Roofing Replacement/Repairs Consultant Description: Long-term contract for roof repairs and replacement throughout Rochdale Village. Status: Consultant is William Davis. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $100,800 Money Spent: $100,800 Projected Completion: June 2023 Project Name: Sitewide Roofing Replacement/Repairs Contractor Description: Long-term contract for roof repairs and replacement
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P rojects R eport May 2026 throughout Rochdale Village. The contractor is Bay restoration. Roofing Mfr. is SIPLAST. Completed work carries a 20 year no dollar limit guarantee. Status: Eight (8) Bldgs. Completed: #1 - 5, 12, 17 & 20. Year 1 (1, 3, 4, 12 & 17); Year 2 (2, 5, & 20). Management, Architect & Contractor agreed to close out/ place this project on hold until funding is available. Five (5) remaining buildings (#6, 7, 8, 18 & 19) will be re-bid and done later. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $8,277,850 Money Spent: $5,481,466 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Bulkhead Repairs Description: Repairs include Pointing, Lintels, Caulking, brick replacement, and Coping Stone Replacement. Status: Start date: 7/27/21. Nine (9) Bldgs. Completed: 1 - 6, 12, 17 & 20. This project will be placed on hold until funding is available to complete the remaining buildings (7-11, 13-16, 18-19). Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $700,000 Money Spent: $205,533 Projected Completion: Re-evaluation Project Name: Façade Description: Long-term plan for brick and terrace repairs including Local law 11 work every 5 years. Status: Emergency work on Building #12 starting on 6/8/26 and in progress. Probes inspections: Completed (#11, 13, 14 &16). In progress (3, 4, 15) FAÇADE & BALCONY: Four (4) Bldgs. are completed: #5- 8. In progress: 15 (75%) & 16 (75%). Will recommence with inspection and probes once funding has been approved by the Board. HM-23 pending at HCR. HM-180 approved. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $12,764,400 Money Spent: $5,119,204 Projected Completion: November 2026 Project Name: Façade Description: Long term plan for
brick and terrace repairs including FISP every 5 years. Status: RJSA selected by Management HM-23AE pending at HCR as of 1/28/2020. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $880,000 Money Spent: $812,867 Projected Completion: November 2026 Project Name: Air Monitoring Description: Service contract Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $200,000 Money Spent: $42,220 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Mold Assessment Description: Service contract Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $100,000 Money Spent: $39,940 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Brownfield SSDS Mall 1 & 2 Description: Air clean up underground Status: Exhaust fan installation completed. Awaiting the Certificate of Completion (COC) from DEC. Mall 1 - JS Cleaners Remediation is completed. Mall 2 - HIP cleaners Remediation is completed. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $411,800 Money Spent: $341,500 Projected Completion: N/A Project Name: Pylon Signs Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1. Status: In progress. New design signs awarded to ASG. Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $288,683 Money Spent: $288,683 Projected Completion: November 2023 Project Name: Pylon Signs Description: Merchant list signs for Mall #1. Status: Structural work for pylon bases was competitively bid and awarded to Sky, Inc. Funding Source: Reserves
Contract Amount: $145,400 Money Spent: $66,480 Projected Completion: September 2023 Project Name: General Consultant Description: Service contract. Status: Ongoing Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: $210,000 Money Spent: $210,000+ Projected Completion: N/A
Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-start: This project will be reevaluated once funding is available.
Project Name: 15 Cardboard Balers Description: Machine compresses cardboard waste into small and compact bales. Status: On hold Funding Source: Reserves Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A PROJECTS ON-HOLD Anticipated Re-start: This project Project Name: Lobby Enhance- will be reevaluated once funding is ment & Door Replacement & ADA available. Accessible Vestibules Description: Replace 20 lobby en- PROJECTS TO BE REMOVED trances and doors and make ADA Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1 complaints. Status: On Hold. Management Architect is working with Wells Fargo and Description: Design Work for Freddie Mac on reallocating funds Building a tier above Lot 3A/3B to from this project to fund convector create additional parking change order. This project will be re- Status: To be removed. Original budget of $5 million no longer apvisited later. plies due to Covid-19, supply chain Funding Source: Wells Fargo issues and inflation total cost ow Contract Amount: $800,000 exceeds $12 million for adding apMoney Spent: $323 Anticipated Re-start: This project proximately 300 new spaces. These will be reevaluated once funding is considerations make this project financially infeasible. Management available. will continue to look at other alterProject Name: Elevators/Utilities/ natives to address the parking issues. Funding Source: Reserves Demising Walls - Mall 1 Description: The installation of an Contract Amount: N/A elevator, demising walls, and utili- Money Spent: N/A Anticipated Re-start: N/A ties on the 2nd floor of mall. Status: On Hold. All work is complete and funded except for the 2nd Project Name: Lot 3A/3B Tier 1 elevator which is no longer being Contractor done. Management is working with Description: Building a tier above Wells Fargo and Freddie Mac on re- Lot 3A/3B to create additional parkallocating funds from this project to ing. Status: To be removed. Original fund convector change order. budget of $5 million no longer apFunding Source: Wells Fargo plies due to Covid-19, supply chain Contract Amount: $750,000 issues and inflation total cost now Money Spent: $213,100.00 exceeds $12 million for adding apProjected Completion: N/A proximately 300 new spaces. These Project Name: Elevator Modern- considerations make this project fiization & Preventative Maintenance nancially infeasible. Management Description: Elevator moderniza- will continue to look at other alternatives to address the parking issues. tion including new maintenance. Status: On hold, however, we are Funding Source: Reserves moving forward with the preventa- Contract Amount: N/A Money Spent: N/A tive maintenance portion. Anticipated Re-start: N/A Funding Source: Reserves
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Day 11. Tangy side dish of shredded cabbage 13. What do you call cheese that isn’t yours? 14. Another word for Dad 16. Dad’s cold drink 17. Water source often besides
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EQUALITY FREEDOM HERITAGE HISTORY HOPE JOURNEY JUNETEENTH
JUSTICE LIBERATION PRIDE PROGRESS STRENGTH UNITY
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Senior Center
JUNE HIGHLIGHTS & SUMMER ACTIVITIES 2026 A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Summer is here! As temperatures rise, please remember to stay hydrated, wear comfortable shoes, take your time while walking, and take frequent breaks when outdoors. The Rochdale Village Senior Center remains committed to helping older adults remain independent, active, and engaged. Our office continues to provide assistance with supportive services, benefits applications, referrals, and resources to help you thrive in our community. We look forward to seeing you at our summer programs and activities!
S heree S hivers E xecutive D irector
JUNE HIGHLIGHTS
Father’s Day Celebration – June 10 A wonderful afternoon honoring our fathers and father figures with live entertainment featuring classic hits, Caribbean music, R&B favorites, dancing, and fellowship. Courtyard BBQ Lunch – June 5
Participants enjoyed sunshine, music, dancing, delicious BBQ favorites, smoothies, and great company. Ice Cream Social – June 9 Ice cream sundaes, brownies, toppings, and sweet treats made for a funfilled afternoon. Black Music Month & Juneteenth – June 16 “Shades of Truth: The Blues, Black & White” celebrated the stories and music of legendary blues artists and honored the rich history of African American culture. Art Exhibit – June 17 Participants proudly displayed original handcrafted items from our Quilting and Sewing Classes, including quilts, kimonos, handbags, dolls, and potholders. Knicks Championship Ticker Tape Brunch – June 18 A surprise celebration filled with team spirit, laughter, and championship excitement. Man Cave Gathering – June 18 An afternoon of conversation, and
social engagement for the men of the center. Drama Class Finale – June 30 Join us as participants showcase their talents and celebrate the completion of another successful drama season. Cultural Trip – June 24 Participants will attend the acclaimed production of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone.
EDUCATION & WELLNESS New SNAP Classes June 23
Nutrition
Education
Men’s Health Seminar June 4
STAY ACTIVE THIS SUMMER! MONDAY
NYRR Striders Walking Club – 8:45 AM
Yoga – 10:00 AM
TUESDAY Chair & Floor Exercise – 9:00 AM Tai Chi for Arthritis – 11:00 AM WEDNESDAY Stay Well Fitness – 9:00 AM THURSDAY Aerobics – 9:00 AM Line Dancing – 1:00 PM FRIDAY Standing Tai Chi – 9:30 AM NYRR Fitness – 11:00 AM
Nutrition Workshop June 23
CONNECT • LEARN • STAY ACTIVE • HAVE FUN
Motivational Reading Program June 23
Healthy Lunch Served Daily • Educational Seminars • Fitness Classes • Arts & Crafts • Technology Training • Benefits Assistance
June Birthday Celebration All White Celebration June 26
ROCHDALE VILLAGE SENIOR CENTER
Where Older Adults Thrive!
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Poetry & Art Corner
FATHER’S FRONTIER
A “FWOWER”
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY PRAYER
By Anthony Blake
By Ed Miller
By Alanda Wasserman I. Edwards
Being a dad Becoming a father Cherishing their children’s events and accomplishments Providing discipline A voice with advice Happy and sad moments of time Responsibility most high Sometimes a father is like a feather Cushing from the falls and disappointments Center of attention Proud, Admiring and establishing dad Seeing their offspring growing from kid to adult Children taking on the legacy of the father’s name Always heartfelt A father’s job carried out Happy to say Happy Father’s Day
Walking with her baby An adorable one year old The spring day ablaze With dandelions, yellow gold. “Fwowers!” cried the baby girl “Not!” said the mommy “Fwowers!” cried the baby girl “No!” said the mommy. I stood nearby in wonderment. Should I intercede? For me and the child, a flower, Where her mother saw a weed. (True Story!)
A Father Prayer & Appreciation To all for strength Courage as well as Bringing a positive posture To our next generation for a “great Legacy” planting the seed Of hope “we thank you Fathers” on this Father’s Day For all you do and say We appreciate you And what you Contribute! Whether demonstrated through acts of A phone call through a family member; Or taken a love one to The store or through Acts of kindness Or cheering us on at Graduation or a game Event you finish well Son congratulations of let’s Go knicks! Either way Your encouragement is Given to strengthen and exalt Us and lift our spirits With good intent We honor that and pray for Your strength. Thank you dads one and All stand tall today And every day
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HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! Great peace be unto you and your family amen Shalom!
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