irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $140KTHE ASSOCIATION CONTRACTS A SECURITY SERVICE TO PATROL COMMUNITY.
- #2 $2KTHE ASSOCIATION PUBLISHES A NEWSLETTER TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY AND MAINTAINS A WEBSITE.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Common Property Maintenance
Responsible for upkeep of shared spaces including pier, playground, lockers, and grounds
Community Newsletter and Website
Publishes a newsletter and maintains a website to inform residents about community matters
Security Patrol
Contracts with a security service to patrol the community for safety and access control
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for historic district designation and preservationSecured and supports the preservation of Douglas Manor as a New York City Historic District, advocating for regulatory and community standards that protect its historic character.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Community events and private use of common areasHosts community events such as the Blessing of the Fleet and seasonal launch commissioning, and allows members to request private use of common properties for gatherings, subject to board approval for groups over ten people.
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Community outreach and member engagement meetingsConducts town halls and informational meetings to engage members and communicate about community operations, safety, and policy matters.
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Community Safety Patrols & Security Support 1 activity
- Contracted security patrols for community safetyContracts a private security service to patrol the Douglas Manor community, enhancing public safety in coordination with the NYPD.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Enforcement of street excavation bond requirementsRequires property owners to post a $100 bond to ensure prompt repair of streets disturbed by construction or utility work.
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Homeowners Association Management 1 activity
- Maintenance of common properties and green spacesProvides year-round and seasonal maintenance and enhancement services for collectively owned properties including the shoreline, Memorial Field, playground, dock, and shared green spaces, employing dedicated staff for groundskeeping and operations.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Management of membership and dues collectionCollects annual dues and a $1 annual deed tax from members, manages membership information updates, and offers resident, non-resident, and junior memberships with access to common facilities, with payments processed via ACH debit.
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Operation and maintenance of dock and mooring facilitiesOperates and maintains dock facilities, a mooring field, and a seasonal launch service for members in good standing, including scheduled availability and rental programs for racks and lockers.
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Union Member Communications 1 activity
- Publication of newsletters and community updatesProduces and distributes a quarterly printed newsletter and supplementary e-newsletters to keep members informed about community matters, events, and operational updates.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Support for shoreline restoration initiativesSupports environmental restoration efforts including the Big Rock Wetland Restoration Project to improve and preserve the local shoreline ecosystem.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer recruitment and committee engagementRecruits members to volunteer on committees, run for board positions, or assist with events, with an average time commitment of four hours per week.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Provision of tidal and swim condition informationProvides monthly tidal data and establishes swim hours based on tidal patterns, water quality, and lifeguard availability, posting Beach Closed signs when conditions are unsafe for swimming.
- Review of property alterations for historic complianceReviews applications for exterior property changes such as additions, fencing, and roof modifications to ensure compliance with deed restrictions and issues determination letters required by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$426K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$421K99%
Investment income$7K2%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$497K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$120K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$451K
Cash$126K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$451K
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -5.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 10
- ANDREA PEREZ — DIRECTOR
- AUDREY ZOUMBERAKIS — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN BURLEE — DIRECTOR
- LAURA MCANDREW — DIRECTOR
- MIKE DIFONZO — DIRECTOR
- PAUL LAURENZANO — DIRECTOR
- PETER GULGUIS — DIRECTOR
- RALPH RUIZ — DIRECTOR
- TESALLE DE SARAM — DIRECTOR
- VINCE VENNETTI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- 111th Precinct Government — Local NYPD precinct providing law enforcement services to the Douglas Manor area.
- Alley Pond Environmental Center Partner — Partner organization the DMA works with on environmental and community matters.
- Community Board 11 Government — Local government body that DMA engages with on community issues and services.
- DMEA Partner — Partner organization involved in the Big Rock Wetland Restoration Project
- Department of Health and Hygiene Government — Partners with DOH to monitor beach water quality and determine swimming safety.
- Douglas Manor Environmental Association Partner — Collaborates with DMA on environmental issues affecting the community.
- Douglaston Civic Association Partner — Works with DMA on civic issues and community representation.
- Douglaston Club Partner — Collaborates with DMA on community initiatives and quality-of-life improvements.
- Douglaston Garden Club Partner — Partner organization involved in community beautification and gardening efforts.
- Douglaston Local Development Corporation Partner — Manages the train station area and collaborates with DMA on local development matters.
- Douglaston and Little Neck Historical Society Partner — Provides free guidance to residents on compliance with landmark regulations and historic district living.
- Intuit/Quickbooks Government — Billing vendor used to process ACH payments for membership dues and fees, with a $3.00 processing fee applied.
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Primary regulatory body overseeing exterior modifications and permitting in the historic district.
- NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Co-approves exterior modifications to homes and properties in the Douglaston Historic District.
- NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Coordinates with the DMA by requiring a determination letter from the DMA before issuing permits for property alterations.
- New York City Police Department Government — Collaborates with DMA on public safety and community policing matters.
- New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division Government — Legally affirmed the Association's right to collect annual dues from members.
- Raw Equipment Corp. Partner — Approved supplier for "Winter Beige" concrete tinting used in sidewalk repairs.
- Save the Sound Partner — Partner organization leading ecological restoration efforts at Big Rock Wetlands
- Woman’s Club of Douglaston Partner — Partner organization collaborating with DMA on community events and initiatives.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Governance for Preservation of Historic Charactermethodology: community-governanceBy engaging residents in governance and enforcing deed restrictions and landmark compliance, the organization sustains quality of life and preserves the historic character of the district because collective stewardship and regulatory adherence ensure long-term consistency with established community standards.
- Ecological Restoration for Shoreline Resiliencemethodology: ecological_restorationBy implementing ecological restoration practices, the organization enhances shoreline resilience and regenerates native habitats because natural systems are leveraged to adaptively protect and improve the waterfront environment.
- Pre-Construction Review and Deed Restriction Enforcementmethodology: deed-restriction-enforcementBy requiring pre-approval of property modifications and enforcing legally binding deed restrictions, the organization ensures compliance with historic preservation standards because proactive oversight prevents unauthorized changes that could compromise neighborhood integrity.