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by Alexis M. RECOGNIZE: We all live in an affordable housing cooperative in a prime location in the most unaffordable city in the nation. Retaining ownership of our property is always under threat. The only way we can retain ownership is to keep it affordable, i.e., (a) in good working condition, and (b) in the Mitchell-Lama program by paying our mortgage on time each month and keeping good... Continue Reading →
by Alexis M. All shareholders of River View Towers recently received by mail an anonymous flyer directing "Let Your Voices Be Heard!" As shareholders we need to pay attention to that direction and ask for response to the flyer's nine (9) numbered paragraphs from our board of directors. In a cooperative, ALL shareholders are responsible... Continue Reading →
by Alexis M. River View Towers recently received an unfavorable Field Report from NYSHCR. HCR is our supervising authority and oversees our Mitchell-Lama status. HCR directed that the Field Report be made available to shareholders because as shareholders it is our responsibility to ensure that our board of directors is making sound decisions. HCR requested... Continue Reading →
A resident writes: "I've been meaning to thank RVT Voices for the Mitchell Lama info posted in the elevator. Co-op owners really need to understand --- we don't pay 'rent' but we have monthly fee obligations that each unit is assessed. We also have responsibilities as owners --- some of which we have to work... Continue Reading →
by Brittny K. River View Towers cooperators were recently “gifted” with a cryptic document in our mailboxes that demanded transparency, accountability and open communication from the Co-op Board. Many shareholders are somewhat oblivious to the inner workings of the Board, yet we experience the effects of their decisions; so the letter could have been a... Continue Reading →
by Brenda T. River View Towers Voices is back to engage with you on all things RVT and our surrounding community. With the newsletter this week we want to address two specific items that concern us right now: the HCR Field Report and the anonymous flyer we all received. We hope you have reviewed both... Continue Reading →
by Ingrid S. Dear Riverview Towers Community, I hope this message finds you well. I’m excited to share some wonderful news about one of our own, Tamiya Jolie, a talented young resident here at Riverview Towers. Tamiya has entered America’s Favorite Photo Contest, a national competition that celebrates creativity and expression. She’s currently in the... Continue Reading →
On September 27, 2025, River View Towers celebrated its birthday with a 60th Anniversary Gala. Young and old, long-time and new, current and past cooperators, all beautiful, came together in our Community Room for food, fun, reminiscing, and even a bit of rowdiness to celebrate each other and River View Towers' long and storied legacy... Continue Reading →
Thanks to the RVT 'Diamonds In The Sky' Committee, on September 14, 2025 River View Towers cooperators were treated to the premiere of a delightful and moving video tribute to members of our cooperative who are gone but never forgotten. Their creative vision, inspirational imaginations, and dedication gifted us a vivid reminder that River View... Continue Reading →
The 60th Anniversary Committee kicked off RVT's 60th year celebrations on June 26, 2025 at 6:00PM with a champagne toast and cake! A great time was had by all! Photos credit: Pat Watler-Johnson
