RIOC Board Meeting - June 23 @4:30 pm
Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Community Center, 543 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Approval of Minutes 1. May 14, 2026 Board Meeting (Board Action Required) IV. Old Business V. New Business 1. Presentation of Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Year March 31, 2026 2. Approval of Annual Report for Fiscal Year March 31, 2026 (Board Action Required) 3. Approval of the Revised Procurement Guidelines (Board Action Required) 4. Approval of Report on Procurement Contracts for Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 (Board Action Required) 5. Approval of Report on Investments for Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 (Board Action Required) 6. Approval of Property Report for Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 (Board Action Required) 7. Ratification of Insurance Binder for Public Officials/Employment Practices Policy (Board Action Required) 8. Authorization to Enter into Contracts for Legal Services (Board Action Required) 9. Authorization to Renew the New York Energy Manager and Utility Bill Integration (UBI) Services Agreement with the New York Power Authority (NYPA) (Board Action Required) 10. Authorization to Enter into Contract for Eleanor Pier Rehabilitation Project with Dockhand Services LLC (Board Action Required) 11. Authorization to Enter into Contract with Northeastern Bus Rebuilders to perform RIOC’s Buses (10&11) Mid-Life Overhauls (Board Action Required) 12. Authorization to Approve/Ratify Documents in Connection with Refinancing of Mortgage for Southtown – Riverwalk 6 LLC, Riverwalk 7 LLC and Riverwalk 9 LLC (Board Action Required) VI. President’s Report VII. Committee Reports a. Audit Committee b. Governance Committee c. Real Estate Development Advisory Committee d. Operations Advisory Committee VIII. Chair’s Motion for Executive Session to Discuss: a. the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation IX. Adjournment
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
RIOC Board REDAC Meeting - June 18 @5:30pm
Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the Real Estate Development Advisory Committee of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at RIOC Operations Office, 680 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. AGENDA: 1. Overview of Ground Leases 2. Overview of Commercial Rent 3. West Side Infrastructure Improvements 4. Old Tram Cabin Alternate Use Ideas 5. Executive Session to Discuss Ground Lease Negotiations 6. Any Other Committee Business That May be Brought Before the Committee * * * The Open Meetings Law of the State of New York requires that all public bodies conduct meetings, convened for the purpose of officially conducting public business, in a manner open to attendance by the general public to observe and listen. Pursuant to Public Officers Law § 103-A, certain Committee members might attend the meeting via videoconference. The link to a webcast will be posted on RIOC’s website by 12:00 pm on June 18, 2026.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Cooling Center at Good Shepherd Today & Tomorrow
Roosevelt Island Community: Due to the high temperature/humidity, please be advised that the Good Shepherd Community Center (543 Main St.) will serve as a Roosevelt Island Cooling Center today and tomorrow. The Cooling Center will be open from 2PM - 9PM today (6/11) and tomorrow (6/12). Please make sure to stay cool and stay safe! -Team RIOC
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Roosevelt Island Day - Saturday, June 6
Roosevelt Island Community: RIOC is proud to invite the community to celebrate Roosevelt Island Day this Saturday, June 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Firefighters Field. This annual community celebration will feature family-friendly activities, live entertainment, community organizations, giveaways, and refreshments throughout the afternoon. Highlights include: Community Planting Event (11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) – Hosted by iDig2Learn at Firefighters Field, residents are invited to help beautify the Island through a community planting project. Free Electronics Recycling (10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) – The Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center, in partnership with State Senator Liz Krueger's Office, will host an e-waste collection event. Residents may drop off unwanted electronics at the Roosevelt Island Senior Center for responsible recycling. Please enter through the courtyard; the front door for the center will be closed. Free Yoga Class (10:15 a.m.) – A complimentary yoga session hosted by Sportspark will take place on the Sportspark front lawn beginning at 10:15 a.m. No advance registration is required. Bike Repair Station (11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) – Recycle-A-Bicycle will provide free basic bicycle repairs under the Helix. Community Tables and Activities (11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) – Local organizations will host informational tables, activities, and giveaways throughout Firefighters Field. In addition, beginning at 11 a.m. the Roosevelt Island Disabled Association (RIDA) will distribute free Puma shirts at the Roosevelt Island Day flea market near Good Shepherd Chapel while supplies last. Attendees can also enjoy inflatable rides, carnival games, a photobooth, DJ entertainment, arts and crafts, face painting, graffiti hat decorating, balloon art, tie-dye shirts, and more. Free food will be available while supplies last, including hot dogs, bagels, popcorn, cotton candy, and other treats. We hope to see you there! -RIOC Community Affairs
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
TODAY @11am: Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony in front of Blackwell House
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: As we begin Pride Month, the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation will once again host its annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony today at 11AM in front of Blackwell House (500 Main Street). The RIOC team will be joined by members of the Roosevelt Island LGBTQ community to raise the Pride flag in celebration of island inclusivity, tolerance and love. This special event is free and open to all members of the community. We hope to see you there! -RIOC Community Affairs
Monday, June 1, 2026
Sign-up for Community Planting at Roosevelt Island Day
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: As part of this year’s Roosevelt Island Day celebration on Saturday, June 6, RIOC and iDig2Learn are inviting residents to participate in a special community planting at Firefighters Field. Join Christina Delfico and iDig2Learn from 11AM to 1:30PM along the northwest edge of Firefighters Field to help beautify the island through a hands-on planting activity open to community members of all ages. Advance registration is strongly encouraged for participation. Those interested in joining can sign up using the link below: https://calendly.com/iris-chan-rioc/idig2learn-planting-roosevelt-island-day-2026 All volunteers should remember to dress appropriately for the weather and ground work. We hope to see you there! -RIOC
Friday, May 29, 2026
Fourth of July Fireworks NOT Visible from Roosevelt Island This Year
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: RIOC is advising residents and visitors that Roosevelt Island will NOT serve as a viewing location for this year’s Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks celebration. According to Macy’s, this year’s fireworks barges and viewing areas will be concentrated in Lower Manhattan, placing the display outside the visible range of Roosevelt Island. As a result, there will NOT be a ticketed fireworks viewing event at Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms State Park this year. The FDNY has also put out some helpful safety tips for enjoying the holiday, which you can view here: Fireworks Safety Tips - FDNY Smart: https://www.fdnysmart.org/fireworkssafety/ Thank you and have a great summer! -Team RIOC
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Cooling Center at Good Shepherd Today
Roosevelt Island Community: Due to the high temperature/humidity, please be advised that the Good Shepherd Community Center (543 Main St.) will serve as a Roosevelt Island Cooling Center today. The Cooling Center will be open from 2PM - 9PM today (5/20). Please make sure to stay cool and stay safe! -Team RIOC
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Thursday 5/14: RIOC Board Meeting 5:30PM
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: Please be advised that a meeting of the RIOC Board of Directors will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Community Center, 543 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. Meeting agenda can be found here: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://d3olf8azjyqv1e.cloudfront.net/media/2026%2005%2014%20%20Board%20Meeting%20Agenda.pdf -Team RIOC
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Saturday, June 6 - Roosevelt Island Day!
Dear Roosevelt Island Community: RIOC invites the community to come together for a day of celebration, fun, and island pride at Roosevelt Island Day 2026! Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Firefighters Field Rain Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026 This year’s celebration will feature a full day of fun for all ages, including: 🎉 Games & Inflatables 🎨 Kids Activities 🎶 Music 🍔 Food 🎁 Giveaways 🏘️ Community Booths …and much more! Join your neighbors for an afternoon of island fun and celebration. We look forward to seeing you there! -RIOC Communications & Community Affairs
Monday, May 11, 2026