After
being closed for nearly eight months due to renovations, the
Melrose Mott Haven Senior Center is finally ready to welcome back its regulars.
The
center was shut down after being criticized for having
deteriorating conditions, like leaks and rotting ceiling tiles.
Council
member Rafael Salamanca Jr. was a big proponent of these renovations, putting
pressure on NYCHA to make these repairs.
The
center offers programs like Zumba, nutrition workshops and even serves
as a cooling center throughout the summer.