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BX. PRIMARY ROUNDUP INQUIRING PHOTOGRapher: POLITICAL WINNERS AND LOSERS | pgs 2-3 take on nypd cams | pg 4 WEBSTER HOUSING Help Coming for Norwood Fire RENTS REVEALED Victims | pg 5 Supportive Housing Worries Quelled

JGH-BID Gears Up for Sept. 20 Fall Fest | pg 9

Be Healthy: Med Take-Back Day | pg 12 Photo by Adi Talwar THE STAGG GROUP buildings continue to go up amid assurances the site will not become supportive housing.

By DAVID CRUZ Ave., the first type of hous- dicate that developers, The For close to a year, commu- Fears of new support- ing built following exten- Stagg Group, a family owned nity leaders suspected Stagg ive housing along Webster sive rezoning in 2009. Cop- development firm, will in- would sneak in support- Avenue have been quelled ies of the list have yet been deed build mixed-use apart- ive housing units, a type of following the preliminary presented for approval to ments that cater to would-be housing that offers social release of rent listings, sig- Housing Preservation and working class tenants and services for formerly men- nifying concrete progress Development, the oversight those just above the mark. tally ill, homeless, or drug Living in Squalor: for a burgeoning corridor. agency for affordable hous- By revealing the list to abusers. Life at Decatur Ave. The Norwood News ob- ing, according to a spokes- stakeholders, Mr. Stagg puts The project serves as a Buildings | pgs 16-17 tained copies of a rent list for woman. himself in a position to de- benchmark for the neighbor- 2979, 2985, and 2999 Webster In this case, the lists in- liver on these apartments. (continued on page 14) 2 • Sept. 18-Oct.Vol. 27, 1,No. 2014 10 • Norwood News

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District, a gerrymandered seat that occupied by former Assemblyman and 36th Senate District, where the covers Morris Park, , Eric Stevenson, forced to give up the victor seized the spoils. The 77th AD Hunts Point, Pelham Parkway, a post after being convicted of brib- was a seat vacated for nearly a year sliver of Bedford Park, and Riverdale. ery. Money heavily influenced the after former Assemblywoman Van- The middle-class neighborhood in the contest, uncommon for a race in a essa Gibson relinquished her seat northwest Bronx was the epicenter relatively poor district, with Blake’s after winning the election for New and perhaps harbinger in the battle coffers filled from all over the coun- York City Council District 16. between Klein and Koppell. But Klein try. Party favorite Latoya Joyner, went full force in Riverdale, using Blake, a former White House op- a Bronx Democratic Party-backed millions of dollars in allocated mem- erative for President Obama, hails candidate, snagged 65.21 percent of ber items to fund causes and nonprof- from the Bronx. Blake’s ascension the vote over runner-up Sherrise its, no match to Koppell who had re- to Albany serves as a black eye for Palomino. Joyner, a practicing attor- tired from 40 years in politics before Bronx County Democratic Party ney, wrote on her campaign website launching a bid against Klein. leader Carl Heastie, who backed Mi- that “Now, the real work begins” fol- “Tonight, your vote in this pri- chaels. Heastie was also in a tough lowing her win. mary election has guaranteed a func- spot when he backed Senator Adri- Meantime, Senator Ruth Has- tioning government that delivers ano Espaillat in his race against sell-Thompson secured a fifth win results,” Klein told supporters at Mae- Congressman Charles Rangel. as legislator for the 36th Senate Photo by Kasia Romanowska stro’s, a catering hall in Morris Park. STATE SEN. GUSTAVO Rivera celebrates District, winning overwhelmingly “For the past 20 years I have had the his victory at Escape Lounge, winning 77th AD and 36th sD over Crystal Collins by 80 percent. honor of serving you and your fami- against challenger Fernando Cabrera. As all eyes focused on other high Her win was critical, as the Bronx/ lies and today you made it possible for profile races, there were indeed con- Westchester pol eyes a run for mayor me to continue to work for you doing Ramirez, according to state election tests for the 77th Assembly District of Mount Vernon. the job I love.” results. Ramirez, a Democrat and Koppell did not respond to re- veteran district leader lost the pri- quests for comment. mary a year back against Pichardo. Ramirez later charged that vot- 78th Assembly District ing machines were tampered with, In the race for the 78th Assembly which he believes led to him losing District seat, challenger Fernando the election to Pichardo. In a state- Tirado was routed by longtime legis- ment, Pichardo affirmed he will pre- lator, Assemblyman Jose Rivera. The vail over Ramirez. race went overwhelmingly in favor of “I am confident that my neigh- Rivera, who garnered 69.02 percent of bors have again chosen me as their the vote over Tirado’s 20.37 percent representative to the Assembly,” despite Rivera’s absence at a debate said Pichardo. “And I am energized and public forum towards the latter by the support I have received from part of the race. our community, elected officials, Tirado remained graceful post- unions and my family.” primary, posting a humbling note on It’s unclear whether Pichardo Facebook thanking supporters for will ask for a federal inquiry on the their commitment. He also addressed matter. As of press time, the city Rivera, writing the political duel was Board of Elections is recounting all “not a personal thing.” “There are the votes, including paper ballots real problems that are not being ad- and absentee ballots. There have dressed in our community,” wrote been charges that Ramirez caused Tirado, “and they need the attention trouble at one polling precinct, with of all those in elected office sooner paid Ramirez volunteers intimidat- rather than later.” ing voters at P.S. 33 90 minutes be- fore the polls closed. 86th Assembly District But perhaps one of the more sur- 79th Assembly District prising contests happened in the 86th In the , the borough’s Assembly District, where the race re- political newcomer, Michael Blake, mains too close to all. But incumbent edged out party favorite Marsha Mi- Victor Pichardo still trails by a mere chaels to fill the seat of the 79th As- 11 votes behind challenger Hector sembly District. The seat was once 4 • Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News INQUIRING PHOTOGRAPHER By DAVID GReeNe This week we asked readers their thoughts on the new NYPD pilot program that would have some offi cers wearing a small camera that’s able to record interactions with the public.

I think it’s a good thing because I think it’s a good idea because After reviewing and listening to No, I don’t like the idea because My feeling is that if they are the people who claim they have been their interaction with the people the situation that has happened the police and the public are police and they are upholding the brutally attacked by policemen will be recorded. It’s better for between the community and the entitled to some privacy. A lot law, then there should be nothing would actually have evidence that them and it’s better for the public, police, I think it’s good in a sense of people have no money and to hide when it comes to having a they did or they didn’t. I guess for everybody. Even the that there will be an eye between they want to spend millions on camera. If you’re doing the right Tyzannah Sands police chief thinks it will be better. the police and the community. something stupid. thing, there’s nothing to hide. It’s That way, the abuses and false defi nitely worth the money. Kingsbridge Antonio Romero Joel Alcenia allegations will stop. Castle Hill Phyliss Rodriguez Juan L. Jimenez Bedford Park Riverdale

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daughter of Kim Davies, said she was at school when she heard what had happened. Accord- ing to Lexus, around a Public & dozen people were in the house at the time of the Community blaze, including three toddlers. Despite its scruffy Meetings appearance, Lexus said, the neighboring build- COMMUNITY BOARD 7 ing was not completely committees are abandoned. “I a man held on the following dates at the board walking in and out of office, 229A E. 204th St., at 6:30 p.m. unless Photo by Anton K. Nilsson that house, taking out otherwise noted: Parks & Recreation and two homes on Decatur Avenue near Gun Hill Road following a THE AFTERMATH OF the trash every day. My Senior Services committees meet Tuesday, three-alarm fire. mom said she saw some- Sept. 23. Budget/Personnel & Ethics one get him out of there committee will meet at a to be determined Ortero said bystanders By ANTON K. NILSSON at 3311 Decatur Ave., a after the fire.” date. For more information, call (718) 933- tried to break open the and DAVID CRUZ three-story home. The One investigator no- 5650. gate using a rock to reach A local councilman fire later extended to a ticed the home had been the injured woman. and community board private three-story home receiving mail. Ortero was also con- BEDFORD MOSHOLU COMMUNITY are stepping to help fam- next door. In all, 12 peo- The Red Cross worked cerned over the FDNY’s ASSOCIATION ilies affected by a fire ple were hurt, including to find shelter for the meets Wednesday, Oct. 1 at response time, arriv- on Decatur Avenue near three firefighters, ac- 14 people who lost their 8 p.m. at 400 E. Mosholu Pkwy. So., apt. B1 ing to the scene 20 min- Gun Hill Road. cording to the Fire De- homes in the flames. (lobby floor). utes late after the 911 A food and cloth- partment. Both homes It remains unclear dispatcher was unable ing drive organized by were gutted and issued what started the fire. Councilman Andy Co- vacate orders by the city to locate the building hen, along with Com- Buildings Department. that rests between 209th munity Board 7, has now Kim Davies, a woman Street and East Gun Hill been set up for families who lived on the third Road. affected by the Sept. 10 floor of 3311, told the Nor- By the time emer- three-alarm fire at 3311 wood News that she gency services arrived, Decatur Ave. in Nor- struggled to rescue her- the gate had been un- Shop Fordham Road wood. self and her grandson, a locked and the heavy “THE OUTDOOR MALL EXPERIENCE” Food and clothing for toddler, from the flames. chain removed. “Prob- adult victims and those “It was the most fright- ably someone from the as young as one year old ening feeling I ever had,” landlord’s family re- are in order, according Davies said, as she stood moved the chain, so that to Cohen’s spokesman on the sidewalk along- they wouldn’t get in trou- Daniel Johnson. “We’re side her family staring at ble,” Ortero said. Accord- looking to collect winter the home while waiting ing to one resident, the clothes, shoes, umbrel- to regain access. “I was landlord of 3311, listed on las, baby food and other ready to jump, but then city building records as items that could help two Good Samaritans Uddin Mohammod, had families to recover from helped rescue me.” gone on vacation and left the tragedy,” said John- “We were trying to his son in charge of the OVER 300 son. help the lady on the top house. SPECIALTY SHOPS Those interested in floor, who had her baby The total injury count donating can drop things with her,” said Ryan Or- was seven minor injuries AND CHAINS off at Engine Company tero, one of the Good Sa- (four requiring medical 79, 2928 Briggs Ave. maritans. “Finally she attention), and two seri- Furniture • Home Improvement Those closer to Com- managed to get out the ous injuries, who were Clothing • Jewelery • Shoes munity Board 7, 229A front door.” later transported to Ja- Electronics • Discount Outlets E. 207th St., can donate Meanwhile, another cobi Medical Hospital. Cell Phones • Games, items there from 10 a.m. woman was forced to Three firefighters were F Accessories • Offi ce Supplies to 4 p.m. jump from the second injured, though their in- FORDHAM ROAD And Many Fast Food Restaurants The news comes as floor of 3311 into a locked juries were not consid- BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Acccessible By All some relief to tenants, alleyway wedged be- ered life threatening. It For more information contact (718) 562-2104 NYC Mass Transportation who literally jumped out tween the two homes, took two hours to put out Parking Facilities Available of their windows when a breaking both her ankles the fire. three-alarm fire raged as she landed on rubble. Lexus Chabert, the 6 • Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News

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Who Individuals or households who meet the income and household Should size requirements listed in the table below may apply. Only TXDOL¿HG applicants will be eligible for apartments. Applicants who live in New Apply? York City receive a general preference for apartments Preference for a percentage of units goes to: Photo courtesy Councilman Andy King’s Office • Applicants with mobility impairments (5%) COUNCILMAN ANDY KING (2nd from right) speak to the crowd of students • Applicants with visual or hearing impairments (2%) and faculty at the Evander Childs Campus Football Field. • Residents of Manhattan Community Board 11 (50%) • Municipal employees (5%) By JANAKI CHADHA schools within School dents it’s okay to sell Kamrin Pressley District 11, which over- yourself. “Don’t be 1. View the Available Units... 2. See the Requirements... is, from all angles, a laps with King’s 12th confused, you can be Unit Size Monthly Rent* UnitsAvailable Household Size** Annual Household Earning*** model student. She Council District. The an ‘A’ student,” said 1 person $18,274 - $23,520 has an energetic and event served as a call King. “But if nobody 1 bedroom $533 2 2 people $18,274 - $26,880 confident exterior, and to academic respon- knows that you are on 1 person $28,971 - $35,280 speaks with a level of sibility within a bor- the planet, it means ab- 1 bedroom $845 6 2 people $28,971 - $40,320 purpose that is almost ough where gradua- solutely nothing.”

2 people $22,320 - $26,880 rare for a 14-year-old tion rates remain low Kamrin also gave 2 bedroom $651 2 3 people $22,320 - $30,240 girl. She is a freshman when compared to the a speech in which she 4 people $22,320 - $33,560 at Harry S. Truman rest of the city. presented “tips of ad- High School, where The event began vice to help you all 2 people $35,109 - $40,320 2 bedroom $1024 10 3 people $35,109 - $45,360 she is part of the Law with attendees given through the school 4 people $35,109 - $50,340 and Legal Studies Pro- T-shirts to wear show- year,” and incorpo- gram. casing the slogan: rated many common “In that program, “People Pay Attention sense approaches to * Rent includes gas for cooking ** Household size includes you and *** Household earnings includes everyone who will live with you. salary, tips, pension, social I’ll be able to graduate to People Who Partici- tackling school. “With security, child support, public assistance and other income for with a two-year Associ- pate,” a phrase coined these tips,” she con- household members. Income guidelines subject to change. ate’s Degree,” she says. by King as part of tinued, “I believe, feel “To me, that makes it BYEP, of which he is a and know that we will the strongest program founder. do great and fulfill Apply online or through mail. To apply online, please go to: How Do You in the school.” This idea car- our life’s dreams and Apply? www.nyc.gov/housingconnect. To request an application by mail, send a postcard or self-addressed envelope, to: Fordham Kamrin is also ried throughout the goals.” Bedford Housing Corporation, Attn. Tiebout Green LLC, 2751 an active member of event. In his speech To King, the main Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10468. If you choose to submit your completed application by mail, completed applications the Bronx Youth Em- to the crowd, King issue that the schools must be sent by regular mail only (NO PRIORITY, OVERSIZED, powerment Program announced, “Let me in his district are fac- CERTIFIED, REGISTERED, EXPRESS OR OVERNIGHT MAIL (BYEP). Her involve- give you a rule. To- ing is figuring out WILL BE ACCEPTED) to the Post 2I¿FH Box address indicated on the application. Only send one application per development. ment in the organiza- day is about participa- how to be one coher- Don’t submit duplicate applications. Do not apply online and also tion is what brought tion,” punctuating his ent school system. He send in a paper application. Applicants who submit more than one her along with several speech with his famil- said, “I’d like to see us application will be GLVTXDOL¿HG hundreds of students iar motto. He encour- being able to coordi- to the Evander Childs aged students to ask nate, and get a chance Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later When is the Campus Football Field questions in class, stay to figure this out with Deadline? than November 10, 2014. Late applications will not be considered. on Friday, Sept. 12 on top of homework, the educators that as part of the annual join clubs, and did not are on the ground, After the deadline, applications are selected for review through a What Happens “Out of the Pool, Back forget to add, “Why? and get their input After You Submit lottery process. If yours is selected and you appear to qualify, you will be invited to an interview to continue the process of to School” youth rally. Because people pay at- on how we can raise an Application? determining your eligibility. Hosted by city Coun- tention to people who the standards for our cilman Andy King, participate.” kids, recognizing that in conjunction with King, a flamboyant FORDHAM Mayor Bill de Blasio BYEP, the event drew legislator known for some of our kids, but BEDFORD HPD Commissioner Vicki Been Depar tment of HOUSING students of all ages and his lavish blue suits now being here to cor- Housing Pr eser vation www.nyc.gov/housingconnect & D evelopment CORPORATION faculty members from and bow tie, told stu- rect that.” Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News • 7

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By DAVID CRUZ small victories that involved some ten- In the 43 years that Suzanne has ant meetings, support consistently fiz- lived at 95 W. 195th St. in Kingsbridge zles out. “They want to fight, but they Heights, her standard of living has just don’t know how to go about it.” progressively gone from bad to worse. It seems fitting for Suzanne to She’s left with memories of yesteryear serve as a building crusader. Her fa- when things were in better shape. ther worked for the NYPD at one point. “It’s deteriorated to the point In her quest, she’s learned to catalogue where there is no turning back,” said her complaints in a green folder, filing Suzanne, 63, who asked her name be photographs of the building’s shoddy withheld for fear of her landlord. work, and police records detailing And yet despite those fears from murders in the building that stretch the building owner, known to be neg- to the 1990s. The paperwork substan- ligible and at times vindictive, Su- tiates her claims. She’s the building’s zanne has made it her priority to right go-to cop, hoping to build a case to top- wrongs in the six-story, pre-war build- ple the landlord. ing—those include chronically noisy “I started learning as I went along,” tenants above her, an illegal laundry said Suzanne, unemployed and living Photo by David Cruz room with no signs of correction, un- on a fixed income. Despite this, she has A SLEW OF issues plague this apartment building in Kingsbridge Heights, including reliable cooking gas, and an indiffer- found navigating the Housing Court this illegal laundry room (inset), yet only one resident remains vocal over the prob- ence by tenants who prefer to keep system, wrangling with the NYPD, lems. their heads down than take on a face- and obtaining records through Free- less landlord. Many of them refused dom of Information requests to be full- to cook,” recalled Suzanne. “The pilot on several occasions, recording 61 vi- to go on the record. By all accounts, time work. light went out on Feb. 26. Con Edison olations that still remain unresolved. Suzanne is alone, trapped in an apart- In February, Suzanne remembered was not informed of this, which they Those include lead paint chips in a ment building that’s offered her rent “a lot of things started happening” should have been. I notified Con Ed, fifth floor apartment discovered in stabilization. within the property. Among the more they notified the police. This could’ve 1999 to bolted trash chutes at several “The handful of tenants don’t want recent incidents was a faulty gas sys- been a horrible situation. That man- floors. to back me,” said Suzanne, a rent-sta- tem that disabled cooking gas. agement was supposed to notify Con Suzanne has taken her complaints bilized tenant. Though she’s had some “There was no gas in the building Ed.” Had the gas leak remained unde- to Bronx Housing Court, which she’s tected, the building would’ve exploded, compared to a meat market, where a similar situation that played out in folks “take a number” waiting for their Haveyourcivilrightsbeenviolated? Harlem earlier this year. case to process. She’s noticed Edel- Michael Edelstein, a Brooklyn stein’s attorneys at court appearing Wecanhelp businessman, purchased the building quite busy, with tenants at Edelstein- in 1986, according to city records. But owned buildings zipping in and out of Edelstein, owner of several other prop- courtrooms. erties in the Bronx, gradually allowed Many tenants simply have given FalseArrest MaliciousProsecution the building to fall into decline. Mayor up. One of Suzanne’s neighbors, a city ExcessiveForce Bill de Blasio, at the time the city’s EMT, grew fed up. After five years, she PoliceBrutality Public Advocate, placed Edelstein un- decided to move but not before asking PrisonConditions der the now defunct NYC Worst Land- Suzanne how she can put up with it DenialofMedicalCare lord Watch List, a public condemna- all. InmateonInmateAssault tion against unscrupulous landlords. “I guess the only way to answer her PersonalInjury His office did not comment. is that it used to be good many years andothermatters The city Housing Preservation and ago and then I didn’t have the money,” Development agency has intervened said Suzanne. “That was my answer.” Giveusacall Mosholu Montefiore Community Center 3450 Dekalb Avenue Bronx, NY 10467 718-882-4000 The Moses Project 8'!ধ='{ <2 &<$!ধ32!£83+8!1 38<£ধ$<£;<8!£'>-9, !1-£-'9

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scription pain relievers got regular trash because of the them through friends or fam- potential harm to the environ- Prescription Meds “Take-Back ily. Some drug seekers are also ment, humans or animals. known to rifle through trash This initiative is the only to find their fix. acceptable way of disposing Day” Slated for the Bronx Dropping off drugs is also prescription drugs, said Rud- done for environmental rea- nick. “It’s safe from diversion, By CATHARINA THUEMLING The nationwide event, over- launched in September 2010 sons. The public is encouraged safe from accidental harm, and National Prescription seen by the Drug Enforcement after President Obama signed not to dispose of meds down safe from causing harm to the Drug Take-Back Day is slated Administration (DEA), is in- the Secure and Responsible the sink, in the toilet or in the environment.” for Sept. 27, where prescrip- tended to support disposing Drug Disposal Act of 2010. tion meds can be dropped off of expired or unneeded pre- Since then, take-back events at participating police stations scription medications. It also occur in the spring and fall. Jonas Brother at CHAM throughout the Bronx from 10 serves as teaching moment for The need for a program like a.m. to 2 p.m. These precincts the general public to under- this is evident by the steadily include: stand the importance of being increasing number of pills responsible with doctor pre- taken back each time. Since 47th Precinct, scribed medications. the event’s inception, happen- According to Ellen Rud- ing nationally, the DEA hauled 4111 Laconia Ave. nick, MS, RPh, Director of in a total of 4.1 million pounds 45th Precinct, Pharmacy Operations at Mon- of prescription medications. 2877 Barkley Ave. tefiore Medical Center, “Pre- According to the Substance 42nd Precinct, scription medication abuse Abuse and Mental Health Ser- 830 Washington Ave. and misuse is a growing prob- vices Administration’s Na- 50th Precinct lem not just in our local area tional Survey on Drug Use and Photo courtesy Montefiore Medical Center but across the U.S. Medica- Health, 6.8 million Americans 3450 Kingsbridge Ave Pop star Nick Jonas made a surprise visit to The Chil- tions are accumulating in the abused prescription drugs in 48th Precinct, dren’s Hospital at Montefiore the first week of September. The home, cabinets and drawers,” 2012. Most of the misuse is visit was arranged through Musicians on Call (MOC), a group 450 Cross Bronx Expwy. said Rudnick. “They can fall obtained by family or friends of volunteer musicians that regularly entertains the patients 46th Precinct, into the wrong hands either who pass along leftover medi- in CHAM. Jonas went room to room to entertain the patients, purposely or accidentally.” cations. More than 54 per- 2120 Ryer Ave. singing his new hits and playing guitar. The program was first cent of people who abuse pre- Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News • 13 Classifi eds Professional Directory

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(continued from page 1) housing,” said Walker-San- For affordable housing its shortage in the neighbor- it’s out there and we’re go- hood, since it’s the first proj- tiago. renters, prospective tenants hood. The latest news comes ing to do everything we can ect built following rezoning are subject to a lottery, rules amid a long term plan to to put it out there when they in 2009, which requires new Rent Roll imposed by HPD. Qualifi- spruce up the barren corri- have it ready.” buildings along the corri- The list details housing cations are largely based dor, with city agencies work- Walker-Santiago sug- dor to have a commercial for both market rate and af- on income. For instance, ing alongside neighborhood gested the marketing plan component. The building is fordable housing tenants, a family of four earning a institutions such as Ford- should target employees deemed a 421a site, which offering a glimpse into the combined income between ham University, The New of The New York Botani- requires the developer to set number of apartments and $38,400 to $61,440 qualifies York Botanical Garden, The cal Garden and Montefiore aside one-fifth of its apart- type of economic demo- for a 2-bedroom apartment Bronx Zoo and Montefiore Medical Center. They would ments for affordable hous- graphics Stagg wants. A to- at $1,434. This includes air Medical Center to prop up likely respond well to the ing in order to qualify for tal of 122 apartment units conditioning, heat and hot the community. notice, given the relatively city tax breaks. take up the properties--97 water and electric stove. Sal- modest salaries per institu- The lists were initially for market-rate units and 25 ary requirements are not set Marketing Plan tion. While Montefiore lies released during a private for affordable housing units. in stone, as indicated on the To ensure that Stagg fol- roughly a mile from the new meeting in June organized Residents will be required list reading “income guide- lows through in attracting Webster Avenue buildings, by Councilman Ritchie Tor- to apply for housing through lines are subject to change.” market rate and affordable The New York Botanical res. He, along with Coun- a lottery system. rent paying tenants, the Garden is just a block away. cilman Andy Cohen, Com- Among the amenities Commercial Component Board recommended Stagg The marketing plan is munity Board 7 District market-rate renters will re- The question of what create a marketing plan still pending. The strategy is Manager Dustin Engelken, ceive include air condition- type of first floor storefront that draws in new clientele. certainly a harbinger, as far Chairwoman Adaline Walk- ing, hardwood floors and an should be included became Stagg agreed, according to as Walker-Santiago is con- er-Santiago, and CB7 Hous- open kitchen. The maximum a major topic. It’s a require- Walker-Santiago, promis- cerned. “I think marketing ing and Land Use Chair- market rate monthly rent for ment for developers, follow- ing to allocate $10,000 for has to be more extensive to woman Jean Hill met with a 2-bedroom apartment will ing the 2009 rezoning. While a marketing plan. Walker- get all the populations we’re The Stagg Group’s president, run $1,700 for a family of ideas of a Subway sandwich Santiago thinks that’s not looking at,” she said. Mark Stagg. four. Studios and 1-bedroom shop, Carvel and a Cinnabon enough. The city’s Housing Pres- “I think we pretty much apartments run $1,250 and were bounced around, sev- “Definitely the market- ervation and Development let them know that we’re not $1,500 respectively, with the eral stakeholders pushed ag- ing plan is crucial to us,” agency is currently review- going to accept supportive same amenities. gressively for a bank, given said Walker-Santiago. “That ing the plan. Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News • 15

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It’s in those same surged after Charles’ mother’s remains scared to enter the row houses where hundreds of death, a long time resident of bathroom because of the bugs tenants were deprived of heat the building whose rent was squeezing out of the tub. during early winter, until a subsidized by Section 8. Al- On the first floor, Sonia Or- local news outlet intervened. though the deed to the rent- tiz has endured leaks of water It’s there where working poor stabilized unit had been trans- dripping from her wrinkled Bronxites have dealt with con- ferred to Charles to assure ceiling, which soon caved, ditions that are too much to Section 8 continues, inspec- forcing a call to management. bear, with claims the manage- tors with the federal program When the company finally ment company has impeded didn’t return to Charles’ home arrived, she recalled the re- their right to organize. until after her mother’s death, pair job was “a joke.” Another claiming no updating was leaky roof incident caused an Who’s in Charge? made. This raised her rent an old man to slip and fall down Although Charles pays her additional $300.00. the stairs. rent regularly every month, When it comes to personal At the building next door, she’s repaired most of her confrontation with manage- another tenant, whose iden- apartment’s squalid condi- ment, it’s even worse. Charles tity is being withheld for pri- tions with her “own hands and now has a case against Lie- vacy reasons, suffers from resources.” In one instance, blich, alleged to have turned HIV and lives in squalor. On workers were supposed to up one late winter night with top of a bedbug infestation, paint her apartment, though an unidentified man to check the tenant also has dealt with they stopped halfway through. the heat. Charles no longer an archaic dumbwaiter ripped The directive came from the allows Lieblich to enter the from her kitchen, its inner management--Fortress CD apartment. Photo by Kasia Romanowska walls exposed with a portion LLC--who’ve now set their TENANT SHANEQUA CHARLES stands by a neighbor’s exposed Political Intervention covered with expandable foam wall where an old-fashioned dumbwaiter once stood. sights on Charles. The contact to prevent vermin from enter- is limited to a phone and a P.O. Councilman Ritchie Tor- ing. Her bathroom’s no better. covers a part of her rent. people are not getting enough Box, with little knowledge of res, who represents the area Loose plumbing insulation is Charles, recently named a guidance.” All three tenants the building’s owner, given its where the buildings are lo- no match for rats that worm Community Board 7 member, agreed that throughout their limited liability company sta- cated, countered Leiblich’s their way into her apartment. has been living in her two-bed- time of living here, now has tus. The company’s managing take on building conditions, The tenant is a client of the room apartment since 1988. been the most problematic agent is Meir Lieblich, who saying the homes “might have city’s HIV/AIDS Services Ad- According to her, the place “is time so far. maintains tenants are living [had] the highest standard of ministration (HASA), which not given the proper care and As the Norwood News in high quality housing. the quality in the early 20th When interviewed for the century New York City, but story, Lieblich denied the not today.” CNA’S & LPN’S buildings are in bad shape. Torres, a proponent of qual- With LTC experience needed in He also brushed off claims ity housing, met with Leiblich that tenants were deprived of early this year during a one- THE BRONX their right to organize meet- on-one meeting over the build- ings. “We try as much as we ing’s state. He said that after Grand Opening of our can and we do a lot of work the manager refused to coop- Bronx Office over there,” he added. “All the erate, the city sent inspectors tenants have my office num- from Housing Preservation OPEN HOUSE DAILY ber, my cell number and my and Development (HPD). For- 10am-3pm address,” he said responding tress has been charged with to the accusations concern- 489 violations of the housing 337 EAST 149th Street, Bronx NY 10451 ing the communication prob- code so far. The majority of Immediate Orientations lem between residents and that number, 397 in all, are Fortress CD LLC. However, considered B and C violations. GREAT PAY he didn’t want to discuss the They include improper fire ex- For Brooklyn & Queens Positions specifics when it comes to the its, rodents, lead-based paint, or info & direct call 718-534-7400 tenants’ claims about poor lack of heat, hot water, elec- [email protected] customer service on the part tricity, or gas. of the company. Because of the long pend- Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News • 17 Decatur Ave. BUiLDINGS ing violations and at times the wore sweaters and blankets to inability to identify the name get by. of the building owner, Torres Throughout their ordeal, has crafted a package of bills tenants realized that a “real called the Housing Quality investment into these apart- Act. The bill would push for ments” is what’s required to more accountability for build- raise the standard of living, ing owners to make repairs according to Charles. “Espe- following a notice of violation cially for the elder people who by HPD. are having a hard enough time As it stands, getting own- as it is getting up and down ers to make repairs can be a the stairs or either going to repetitive process “until the the doctor’s appointment or tenant is caught in the cycle work,” Charles added. of submitting complaints Charles simply wants to but never actually getting Photo by Kasia Romanowska forget about those moments repairs.” Torres wants to is- THIS BUILDING AT 2543 Decatur Ave. “might look decent from the outside, but inside it’s corroded with when Miracle hurt herself sue the attachment of the re- mice and bugs,” said tenant Shanequa Charles. several times running into inspection fees to the Notice things, when their apartment of Violation, which would be that is driven by tenants who said Charles. and gets rid of the ads” posted was full of lead and she was tacked on to the owner until would rather look the other Although Charles repeat- throughout the buildings. left to make repairs herself. It the action is corrected. way than to jeopardize their edly asked to have an actual “I saw Lieblich ripping was a moment when she said: leases, which are month to meeting with the owner, she down the sign myself,” said enough is enough and has no Problems Organizing month, according to Charles. didn’t succeed. She failed Ortiz, speaking specifically intention of quitting until the Another lingering prob- Some keep quiet since their also to organize the meeting about one winter meeting to situation gets better. lem is the ability to organize, rent is covered by social ser- among the tenants, because, discuss the lack of heat and hot “More people should look an issue that’s slowed any vice agencies, believing their “the manager always finds water. Many had to move else- up to Shanequa as a role progress for tenants. Much of right to be vocal suspended, out when the meetings are where and those who stayed model,” said Torres. 18 • Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News Out About Chess Program: Learn to play, NOTE: Items for consideration may & Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. For teens/young be mailed to our offi ce or sent to eDITOR’s PICk adults: Film: Sept. 18 at 3:30 p.m. [email protected], For adults: Computer Basics Open and should be received by Sept. 29 for Lab at noon: Sept. 18, 23, 25, 30 the next publication date of Oct. 2. Free Fall Fun on Jerome and Oct. 2. For more information, The Jerome-Gun Hill BID presents its free 13th Annual Fall Festival on call (718) 549-5200. Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine, between Gun Hill Road and Mosholu Parkway. Events include live performances, kiddie rides, food, health screenings, raffl es, giveaways, sports tournaments, and more. Join the after-party at Escape Restaurant and Lounge at 3489 NEIGHBORHOOD NOTES Jerome Ave. For more information, call (718) 324-4946 or BID Director Marcia Cameron at (347) 640-0104. Bronx Youth Heard school Registration The Norwood News is accepting The Department of Education has Arts Projects: Spicy Paper, to mix Onstage applications from Bronx high school Registration Centers open at various pulp and spice to make fl avored students ages 14 to 18 for its Bronx sites in the Bronx from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. handmade paper, Sept. 20 and 21; • The Bronx Library Center, 310 E. Youth Heard after school journalism for new and re-entering students. To Kingsbridge Rd., presents Chatham and Nature Becomes a Greek God, program. To obtain a copy of the ap- find the center nearest you, call 311. Chamber Ensemble, Sept. 20; and to transform materials found in plication, call (718) 324-4998 or log Jose Obando Trio, Sept. 27; both at nature into a portrait of a natue deity 2:30 p.m. For more information, call or Greek god, Sept. 27 and 28; both on to www.norwoodnews.org/youth- (718) 579-4244/46/57 or visit www. in WH House from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. journalism/. mmCC services nypl.org. Grounds admission is free Saturdays The Mosholu Montefiore Commu- and Tuesdays until noon all year. For Free Credit score and nity Center offers a number of services more information and a schedule of including food stamps (ext. 304) at 3450 • The Lehman Center for the Analysis Program Performing Arts, 250 Bedford Pk. events including tours and walks, DeKalb Ave. For more information call (718) 549-3200. Blvd. W., presents “Obsesión” Ridgewood Savings Bank will host and details of classes and programs, featuring singer Danny Rivera, a free credit score and analysis pro- call (718) 882-4000. In addition, there is musical director Nelson González, Exhibits gram, to learn to manage finances, at Head Start and Universal Pre-K at the pianist Emilio Morales, and a two of its branches from 10 a.m. to 2 Van Cortlandt Jewish Center at 3880 number of other Latin performers, • The Bronx Museum of the Arts, p.m.: 3824 White Plains Rd. on Sept. Sedgwick Ave. Call (718) 654-0563 for Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $45 to 1040 Grand Concourse, presents 20 (718) 882-0440; and 1626 Bruckner more information. $60. For more information, call (718) Beyond the Supersquare, featuring Blvd. on Sept. 27 (718) 589-1323. Ap- 960-8833. a variety of artwork, through Jan. 11. pointments are required. For more detailed information, call special Needs services Events (718) 681-6000. Parent Advocacy Services offers Free Legal Assistance help for parents of children with • hosts a free Library Events for Citizenship special needs, finding the right high Bronx Native American Festival, school for one’s child and preparing NYCitizenship in Schools is offer- students for college. For more infor- Sept. 21 from noon to 4 p.m. at • The Bronx Library Center, 310 mation email Hazel Adams-Shango its south picnic area (last stop on E. Kingsbridge Rd., presents for ing free and confidential legal and ap- at [email protected]. #6 train; enter park at Bruckner children: School Bus Bookmark: plication assistance for citizenship on Boulevard and Wilkinson Avenue). (ages 7 to 12) hands-on project, Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Bronx High Events include music, storytelling, Sept. 25 at 4 p.m. For more School for Law and Community Ser- Cash for Guns food, and dance. For more information, call (718) 579- vice at 500 E. Fordham Rd. For more Trade in guns for money, no ques- information, call (718) 430-1891. 4244/46/57 or visit www.nypl.org. information and required documents, tions asked, at three Bronx churches call (212) 788-7654 or visit www.nyc. on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to • Bronx Community Board #10 • The Mosholu Library, 285 E. 205th gov/nycitizenship. 4 p.m. For more information and de- presents its free Healthy Lifestyles St., offers for teens/young adults: tails, contact your local precinct. Challenge, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. Film: “Ender’s Game,” Sept. 20 at 2 to 1 p.m. at Pelham Bay Park (fi eld p.m. Adults can attend: Microsoft NyBG Open House Food Bank Assistance behind bleachers at Middletown Word for Beginners: Sept. 25 at Road parking lot). Learn about 12:30 p.m. For more information, call The New York Botanical Garden The Food Bank of New York of- proper nutrition. Join an hour-long (718) 882-8239. seeks hosts/attendants to work at its fers free meals and food for the needy throughout the Bronx. They walk through the park at 11:30 a.m. Holiday Train Show. An Open House and receive a free pedometer (while also assist with other services in- • The Jerome Park Library, 118 will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 24 supplies last). Wear sneakers, long Eames Place (near Kingsbridge cluding food stamps, income tax from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Watson Build- sleeve shirts, and pants. For more Road), offers for kids ages 5 to 12: returns, job training, and legal as- information, call (718) 892-1161. Active Health at 4 p.m.: Yoga and ing room 302. For more information sistance. To find a location near zumba, Sept. 19; Pajama Party: on duties and requirements, call (718) you, call (212) 566-7855 or visit • Wave Hill, a Bronx oasis at 675 W. Arts and crafts, read aloud, and 817-8700 or visit nybg.org/employ- http://www.foodbanknyc.org/ news/find-help. 252nd St. in Riverdale, offers Family snacks, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m.; and ment. Sept. 18-Oct. 1, 2014 • Norwood News • 19 REMEMBERING 9/11

Photo courtesy Bronx Borough President’s Office BRONX BOROUGH PRESIDENT Ruben Diaz Jr. (at podium) speaks to a crowd at his office’s annual 9/11 memorial event, “The Bronx Will Always Remember.” The event was co-hosted by the Bronx County Supreme Court and took place in Lou Gehrig Plaza on East 161st Street and the Grand Con- course on Sept. 12. During the event, the names of all 144 Bronx residents who died in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 were read aloud.

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Photo by David Greene NEIGHBORS SICK OF the gunfire hold a rally to take a stance against gun violence, following a second fatal shooting in as many weeks. More than two dozen residents of Bedford Park and Fordham Manor turned out for the rally held at Decatur Avenue and East 195th Street on Sept. 8. The site was the scene of six shootings in the last five months, the most recent just last week when a 31-year-old man was killed by gunfire. Police suspect the shooting was drug related, with the assailant gunning for drug turf space. Starting Saturday, September 27 And Every Other Saturday

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