Co-op City Times 01/07/12

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Vol. 47 No. 1

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Con Edison provides Riverbay financial incentive for the study of energy saving measures

BY BILL STUTTIG Last week, final approval was given for Con Edison to provide Riverbay with a $67,000 incentive to have a comprehensive study into improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the community’s heating and cooling system, as well as improving the efficiency of much of the community’s public area lighting.

The $67,000 incentive comes from Con Edison’s Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program and will cover nearly half the cost of the study.

The study is expected to begin later this month and take approximately three months to complete.

Earlier in December, Riverbay contracted with the Manhattan-based energy consulting firm LC Associates to have them review the community’s 40-yearold heating and cooling system with an eye towards increasing the efficiency of the system, specifically the building control system and the primary pumping control system which, according to the consulting firm’s proposal, would significantly reduce the community’s natural gas consumption.

In addition, the agreement calls for the energy consultant to study the community’s lighting in the community centers

and exterior public areas and suggest more efficient and less costly lighting for those areas.

LC Associates has agreed to perform this dual analysis for a fee of $141,400 of which Con Edison has agreed to pay $67,000 which brings Riverbay’s total cost for the study to $74,400.

The fee for the study and the energy consultant’s recommendations does not include the cost of implementing those recommendations, but it is expected that available energy reduction grants would cover the costs of implementation.

According to management, Riverbay will not be required to make any payments until the recommendations made by the consultant are implemented and grants to pay for the implementation have been secured and received.

Riverbay has already received $1.4 million of a $2 million grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) which was awarded to the community over the last year for the installation of new energy efficient equipment in the cogeneration plant. Payment of the remaining $600,000 from the NYSERDA (Continued on page 2)

In-house convector cleaning program to begin January 17

BY ROZAAN BOONE The in-house convector cleaning program announced by management last year to help reduce the number of convector leaks, which lead to costly flooring repairs, is slated to begin on Tuesday, January 17.

Going forward, instead of shareholders having to clean their convectors prior to the air conditioning season, teams of Riverbay porters/staff will clean the convectors and change (Continued on page 4)

The dancers and drummers of the United African Dance Troupe perform for an overflow gathering at the 15th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration hosted by the Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations last Thursday, December 29th in Bartow Community Center. The evening featured numerous celebrations of African culture including music, dance, food, poetry, prose and fashion. See story and more photos on page 3.

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New York State and City to guarantee part of possible HUD loan

BY ROZAAN BOONE Wells Fargo has secured a state and city of New York agreement to guarantee the first $35M of a possible $600M loan to Co-op City from the US Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) through its 223F program, insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).

On Thursday, a meeting was held in Washington between HUD and Wells Fargo to determine a future course of action, and details of the guarantee obtained from both the State of New York and the City of New York.

However, full details of the discussions were not available at press time.

“We do not know the details, but we are told that if we were to obtain a HUD loan insured by FHA, both the City of New York and the State of New York will guaranty the first $35,000,000. This is the latest positive news that we’ve received,” Riverbay management reported to the community this week (see page 5).

The loan guarantee by the city and state of New York is the most recent positive news in what has been a very slow process for Riverbay as the corporation attempts to obtain a refinancing deal through the 223F program guaranteed by the FHA to take advantage of low interest rates. In June of 2009, faced

with Riverbay’s then current mortgage rate increasing from 5.2% to 6.2% in October of 2010 as the community began paying down the principal on the $480M refinancing deal of 2004, a majority of Board Directors voted to approve management’s exploration of the community’s refinancing options.

Up until August of last year, HUD’s 223F program, which offers low interest 35 year loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), was only open to rentals, and not condos and cooperatives, such as Co-op City.

Riverbay’s management, working with Wells Fargo, petitioned HUD to open up the program to condos and co-ops, and after an intensive 18 months of discussions, were able to get HUD to agree.

Riverbay then attempted to file for the program, but were unsuccessful since there appeared to be no interest at HUD, with the size of Co-op City seemingly prohibitive.

“Evidently, HUD did not want their first co-op 223F to be the largest co-op development (Co-op City) and loan.

Also remember, the country was/is in the middle of a real estate crisis,” management wrote in their report.

In the ensuing months, there have (Continued on page 2)

HCR Commissioner Towns promises to discuss Co-op City’s exorbitant asbestos abatement requirements with DEP

BY BILL STUTTIG AND DEREK ALGER Commissioner Darryl C. Towns of the New York State Division of Home and Community Renewal (HCR) said last month that he plans to discuss with representatives of New York City’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) “the appropriateness of the classification of Co-op City as an Asbestos Containing Material site.”

Towns’ statement came in a letter addressed to attorney Stephen B. Kaufman, the former State Assemblyman who represented Co-op City for 18 years, in response to a letter that Kaufman wrote to him and Governor Andrew Cuomo asking the two high-ranking state officials to intervene and free Co-op City from DEP requirements for abatement testing which costs the community and its shareholders $4 million a year.

"Now is the time for Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and Commissioner Darryl C. Towns to do the right thing by immediately rescinding the directive

requiring Co-op City to abate an asbestos problem that doesn't exist," Kaufman stated in his letter sent to the two officials in November. A month later, Kaufman -who has been representing Co-op City as counsel specifically assigned to affecting the rescinding of the asbestos abatement requirements -- received a written response back from Towns.

Aside from saying that he was prepared to discuss the controversial matter with DEP officials, Towns went on to say, “We are well aware of the financial implications to Co-op City and its residents, resulting from the regulatory compliance being required. As we work towards a resolution of this matter, New York State’s focus will continue to be promoting Co-op City as a safe and affordable housing community for its more than 15,000 families.”

After he received the letter from the HCR Commissioner, Kaufman said, “Commissioner Towns' response is very (Continued on page 2)

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grant is expected later this year.

According to the overview of the proposed study, as provided to Riverbay by LC Associates, “The intent of the study is to review and evaluate the existing system and present recommendations that will reduce energy consumption and increase operational efficiency while closely matching thermal loading without adversely impacting occupant comfort. The results of the study

HUD Loan been countless attempts by Wells Fargo to familiarize HUD with Co-op City, and its supervisory and financial structures. Last summer, HUD officials even came to Coop City for a site visit.

“Many of the issues also involved HUD getting familiar and comfortable with the Mitchell-Lama program itself,” management reported. “The New York State Housing and Community Renewal (HCR), which administers the Mitchell-Lama program, has been very helpful because they also know that once the 223F program is open, it will be good for other co-ops in their program.”

Commissioner Towns important in our battle to be relieved from the onerous and costly asbestos abatement procedures required by the City of New York. We have put together an impressive study that clearly shows that we do not violate any rules or regulations, that the asbestos is not friable (not airborne) and therefore no health hazard presents itself. With Townes on board we have, at long last, an impressive champion fighting for Coop City. Let us not weaken, let us not weary in our rightful quest to be free of unfair and improper rent charges relating to a purported asbestos problem that we have clearly proved does not exist.”

On September 16, Towns, the Commissioner of Co-op City’s regulating authority, New York State’s Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), visited Co-op City and met with its management and Board leadership where one of the topics discussed was the exorbitant cost of DEP’s asbestos abatement requirements and its devastating effects on the community’s bottom line.

In his November letter, Kaufman praised Towns for the visit to Co-op City and the meeting he held with President Helen Atkins, former President Othelia Jones, and members of management, where the Commissioner was told of the bureaucratic nightmare resulting in Co-op City being the only housing in New York City forced to perform unnecessary work at exorbitant costs.

"There is no friability, no health hazard and no abatement," Kaufman stated in that letter to Commissioner Towns and Governor Cuomo, asking, "Why is Co-op City forced to spend millions of dollars per year for unnecessary work?"

Specifically, Kaufman questioned why, since Co-op City is within the state Mitchell-Lama development program, the City of New York has been allowed to step in and force the community to perform unnecessary work translating into the equivalent of almost a 4% carrying charge increase.

Previously, Kaufman has succeeded in gaining concessions from the city to reduce the amount of air monitoring tests required, which results in a savings of about $300,000 per year for Co-op City.

An extensive report prepared by Kaufman, utilizing the expertise of two former Commissioners of the City of New York's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), proved conclusively that the floor tiles in Co-op City posed no hazard.

"The state should re-take jurisdiction that prior administrations gave to New York City over Co-op City, a state Mitchell-Lama Housing development," Kaufman continued in his letter to Gov. Cuomo and Commissioner Towns.

"Take it back from the NewYork City bureaucrats who don't care that middle income citizens in the forgotten borough of the city are forced to pay $4,000,000 annually, a 4% increase, in perpetuity, for no reason, whatsoever.

"Commissioner Towns and Governor Cuomo should demonstrate their care for our community by coming to the rescue of Co-op City and clearly showing they are on the side of its residents by declaring that the state will not allow DEP minions to confiscate the people's wages by unfairly forcing them to do a totally unnecessary act -- abatement of non-friable asbestos," Kaufman said in making the community’s case to the two high ranking officials.

Board President Helen Atkins echoed Kaufman's senti-

impact electrical and gas heating and cooling costs.”

As far as the lighting efficiency portion of the study, the LC Associates proposal stated that Riverbay would like to investigate upgrading with induction and LED lighting the current incandescent and florescent lighting in community center areas that require around-theclock lighting and exterior areas that require all-night lighting.

The President and founder of LC Associates, Leonardo Cutone, has more than a quarter century of experience in the energy services field and has been recognized by numerous government officials and agencies, including NYSERDA, for his previous accomplishments in creating advanced and practical energy saving measures and solutions in both the public and private sectors.

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In one of their most recent update memos to Riverbay, Wells Fargo maintains that they continue to believe that Coop City represents a good investment for HUD, especially since the recent New York Community Bank (NYCB) loan allowed Riverbay to pay off all water and sewer arrearages, as well as contractor payables; repair work is progressing with significant additional work having been completed; and a state ordered 3% increase in carrying charges was implemented in October, 2011 with an additional 3% increase to go into effect on October 1 of this year.

“This is in line with the standard protocol for approving budgets on a two-year cycle which is intended to provide

sufficient revenues to the housing company to meet all of its estimated financial obligations,” Wells Fargo noted.

“We believe that the top loss guarantee by the state and city provides remarkable evidence of the support and involvement that both will continue to have in Co-op City throughout the life of the HUD loan,” Wells Fargo stated in their update. “We would anticipate that many of HUD’s concerns about the way in which Mitchell-Lama co-ops works (i.e., need to underwrite to 1:1 coverage; inability to have pre-determined annual increases in carrying charges, and the like) would be allayed by that guarantee.”

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ments, stating she was appalled by the fact that Co-op City had been "selectively" singled out to perform such expensive, unnecessary testing when no similar housing has to absorb such a cost.

"I really don't understand how government on any level can honestly justify forcing Co-op City to do such work when other housing developments with similar floor tiles are not required to do such work," Atkins said. "Not only is it unfair, but it shows an absolute disregard for the hardworking people of Co-op City, as well as our seniors and those on a fixed income, to single us out and burden us with such exorbitant costs that other housing is not required to perform."

Co-op City hopes the state and city will recognize the unfair "selective" punishment of the community by forcing unnecessary abatement work and air monitoring and end such an "outrageous" policy, but the conflict may have to be resolved in court, though Kaufman hopes such action can be avoided.

"It is indeed ironic that unnecessary regulations foisted

by New York City bureaucrats on Co-op City do not penalize large corporations or the wealthy," Kaufman stated, "but the people who can least afford to pay these levies. Unlike large corporations, residents cannot pass these costs onto an

unknowing consumer. Unfair regulations do affect middle income people!"

The Riverbay Board approved attaining Kaufman to challenge the exorbitant costs "selectively" required by the City of New York for asbestos abatement work which no other community with similar floor tiles is being forced to perform.

"It is frustrating to deal with the supposed guardians of the people who refuse to recognize and accept proof that there is no health hazard to the residents of Co-op City," Kaufman stated. "Simply put, there should be no regulation when there is no problem."

Co-op City has been selectively singled out, according to management, since February of 2005 when a DEP Inspector issued Riverbay a violation, along with a $10,000 fine, and since that time, Co-op City has been forced to spend between $3 and $4 million per year for an abatement company and an air monitoring company due to the mastic glue in the floor tiles.

"We have performed over 70,000 air samples and not one of those samples came out positive, showing conclusively that the mastic glue in the floor tiles is not friable and does not pose any danger to Co-op City residents or workers," Kaufman said.

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15th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration

First CB #10 Meeting of 2012 The first Community Board #10 meeting of the new year will be held on Thursday, January 19, 7:30 p.m. at Fort Schuyler House, 3077 Cross Bx. Expressway, Bronx, NY 10465.

Please make every effort to attend.

For further information, please call (718) 892-1161.

Bx. 30 returns to Asch Loop on Sunday

FRONT PA G E

The children listen as Francine Reva Jones recites The Nguzo Saba (The Seven Principles) of Kwanzaa and they all light the mishumaa saba (the seven candles) together.

The Bx. 30, the only local bus line serving all of Co-op City’s five sections on a continuous basis throughout the day, will be readjusted to include stops along Asch Loop beginning this Sunday, January 8th. As a result, the Bx. 30 stops along Bartow Avenue between the Co-op City Blvd. and Asch Loop intersections will be eliminated beginning Sunday.

The change in the Bx. 30 route to include Asch Loop, bringing the bus closer to thousands of Co-op City residents, is considered to be the first major significant victory in Co-op City’s 18-month long fight to have the MTA restore some of the bus service Co-op City lost as part of the citywide cuts of June 2010.

The news that the NYC Transit was considering bringing the Bx. 30 onto Asch Loop was first reported by the Co-op City Times on October 15.

The Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations thanks the Co-op City community, its members and friends, for attending the 15th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Thursday, December 29, 2011. The special guests were Dr. Rosalind R. Jeffries (School of Visual Arts in NYC, Educator, Activist); Queen Nzingaa, and the United African Dance Troupe.

The event, which was sponsored in part by Poets & Writers, Inc, was held in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

Patricia Bonaparte, President of the Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations, said that the turn out was great, the gifts of food, fruit, fruit juices, cakes, cookies, bread pudding and fruit salads were greatly appreciated, and that the volunteers who came forward did a great job.

“I want to thank the community for the great turn out,” said Ms. Bonaparte. “I’d also like to thank Jay McKenzie, Geneva Lindsey, Ione Foot, Janice Brown, Miranda Smalls and Wonder Rodriquez for all their time and help.

Because of you, the community, we had a very enjoyable celebration.”

Dr. Jeffries gave Libration. The children’s quiz & Zawadi (Gifts) were exciting and interesting to the young children. The Kwanzaa Drummers and Dancers from the United African Dance Troupe was also a very exciting part of the evening.

In addition to thanking the special guests, Dr. Jeffries, Queens Nzingaa and the United African Dance Troupe, Ms. Bonaparte, on behalf of the members of the Coalition, thanks everyone for supporting the vendors in attendance.

The member organizations of the Coalition are: African-American Association of Co-op City; Co-op City Baptist Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP (Co-op City Branch); Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St. Josephs Episcopal Church, and the Zodiacs Track Club.

Notice to shareholders – Move out inspections Move Out Inspections will be conducted by Restorations on the same day the cooperator moves out of their apartment between the hours of 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to allow the inspectors a clear view of any and all work required to be done in the apartment. The inspector will walk through with the cooperator and indicate those areas that are beyond normal wear and tear that occurred during their tenure. The inspector will provide the quantities in square footage and/or items that will be charged back. The inspector will not indicate dollar amounts at the time of the inspection; That information will be provided to the cooperator at a later date.

Dancers and drummers of the United African Dance Troupe.

Dr. Leonard Jeffries, standing with his wife, guest speaker and honoree, Dr. Rosalind R. Jeifries, as she accepts an award from Coalition members: Jeffrey Mabry, President Patricia Bonaparte, Reva Jones and Kevin Lambright. Also pictured are the children, Saige and Stoney Ferguson. The award reads: "In recognition of your many years of commitment to people of African ancestry. Your spirituality and wisdom have profoundly contributed to the preservation of our culture and heritage. You have made your mark in this world and we will forever cherish your contribution to our legacy."

Several Coalition members: (L-R) Kevin Lambright, George Crouch, Ted Byrd, Reva Jones, Harman Leacock, Joan Murrell and Dolores Rankin.

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Convectors the filters. All air conditioning units will be serviced once annually. The program will end some time in May, just before air conditioning is turned on for the summer months.

The porters/staff participating in this program will begin training on Monday, January 9.

Each team will consist of 2 porters from each building and their supervisors, so they will be familiar to the residents of each respective building.

Each team will make their own appointments in the building where they work and there will be one checkoff slip for each convector which must be signed by the cooperator and spot checked by the supervisor.

On Tuesday, January 17, porters will begin randomly ringing shareholders’ doorbells and announcing themselves.

They will have Riverbay picture ID and if they are not displayed and/or the porter/staff is not recognized, shareholders should ask to see their Riverbay ID. If the shareholder is not home or does not answer their door, the porter will leave a notice on the door asking the cooperator to call the Buildings Department at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3326 or 3327, to have the porter return on a more convenient day and time.

During the cleaning procedure, the

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porters will open the convector, the coils will be brushed clean, the pan in front of the coil, as well as the second drain pan, will also be cleaned and vacuumed. The motor and fan covers will be cleaned and vacuumed. The interior of the convector and the side mounts will be cleaned and vacuumed. The switches will be checked to make sure both the high and low speeds are working. The filters will be replaced and the old filters will be sent for recycling.

The final steps are to pour water down the drain pan/pipe to ensure that water doesn’t back up and then a concentrate pan chemical will be placed in the pan to keep the line clean. The porters will report any leaks found, electrical problems and/or water not draining properly to the Maintenance Department.

Last June, Management added convector inspections to the maintenance check-list to help curtail the number of convector leaks that were occurring in apartments.

At that time, General Manager Vernon Cooper explained that it had been noted that the increase in convector leaks last summer seemed to have been exacerbated by failure in many instances in the convectors not being properly cleaned and checked prior to the air conditioning season.

Elevator service returns in Einstein Center Elevator service in Community center 3, which is in the Einstein Center, was restored yesterday after being out of service for approximately one week for repairs.

Prior to the complete failure of the pump last weekend, minor breakdowns were being experienced during the week, but could not be identified as relating to the pump deteriorating since in this particular elevator design, the elevator pump is submerged in a 110 gallon hydraulic tank. However, when the pump finally shut down over last holiday weekend, it was then determined that the disintegration of the pump was causing the other minor breakdowns during the week.

The pump was removed by VerTech’s mechnical team on Tuesday morning and sent to an outside machine shop for rebuilding since this particular item is not a standard stock item. Normally, such pumps would take approximately 1 week to rebuild, but VerTech was able to have the machine shop expedite the repair and the pump was received back late on Thursday evening, at which time it was installed. The elevator was tested

throughout Friday morning and put back into service Friday afternoon.

During the week, staff were present to operate the handicap lift in the Einstein Center for those with disabilities who needed to go from the lobby to the 2nd floor, and vice versa. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused, but unfortunately, since the pump in this particular design of elevator is submerged in the hydraulic tank, it is not readily available for inspection.

We thank the shareholders for their understanding and VerTech for being able to expedite its repair.

Cooperators should also be mindful that whenever the temperature is extremely cold (or very hot) temperatures, it is not unusual for our elevators, which are weather sensitive, to be affected, and therefore service to be interrupted. Over the past two weeks, we have been experiencing some colder, much more frigid temperatures, and therefore, have been seeing scattered interruptions.

VerTech continues to work diligently to restore service as expeditiously as possible, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation and understanding.

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 www.ccpd.us.

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In August, Management reported that instead of relying on shareholders to clean their convectors annually before the air conditioning period, Riverbay would enlist in-house porters to clean each convector and change every filter in Co-op City—approximately 79,000 convectors.

“We presently charge for filters which are high quality and can be cleaned and reused. For this program, we will use disposable filters and take the old filters to be cleaned and reused if possible,” Management stated in a memo describing the program to the Board last August. Old metal filters will be collected and recycled.

“Maintenance will follow up on items identified in the ordinary course and not as a special program,” a follow-up memo to the Board in October stated. “The work of the porters, we hope, will help with leaks, the maintenance issues are, for the most part, routine and not causing the floods.”

Management reported that through the years, they have investigated various ways or things to install to help minimize convector leaks. In addition to an extensive program to re-pitch pipes in the wall, they have also looked into a device to sound an alarm when there is a leak and to turn off the

convector with a thermostat. “Any of these may be workable in the future, but expensive and best case projection is we can stem 75% of the leaks,” noted the memo.

The new program enlists the help of the porters which, management notes, is a relatively inexpensive measure, compared to the expenses currently incurred by the housing company to fix convector leaks which result in floor damages, asbestos abatement and monitoring, overtime and insurance claims. Management proposes to pay porters $5 per convector, which amounts to some $350,000; filters costing $2-$3 each, for an approximate total of roughly $200,000; miscellaneous materials such as soft brushes, rags, safety glasses, dust masks, rolls of plastic, Biocide tablets, wet vacs, small bucket, shopping carts, etc., estimated to cost approximately $150,000 for a total expense of approximately $750,000.

“We cannot guarantee it will minimize convector leaks but it should and has to be very helpful,” they said.

Although this work has not been budgeted for, it is anticipated that it could be funded from savings realized on the leak problems or additional laundry income.

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HUD Loan Update Over the next few weeks, we intend, Management Corner administers the Mitchellwith the permission of the Board Lama program, has been President, to inform the community very helpful because they about different programs, initiatives and also know that once the ideas being pursued by Management. It 223F program is open, it MUST be understood that everything will be good for other cobegins and ends with the Board of Directors. It is ops in their program.

Management’s job to take care of day-to-day activiRecently, we made a significant breakthrough ty. At the same time, we believe that Management which we believe will lead to real progress. First, also has a responsibility to suggest and implement HUD recognized that with the NYCB funding we improvements or changes which may be beneficial received last year, we are completing open construcafter discussion with and, where necessary, approval tion items. Second, HUD was wary about the carryfrom the Board of Directors. ing charge issue and effectiveness of HCR superviH UD L OAN sion. However, the HCR order and implementation There has been much discussion about a US of two 3 percent increases in carrying charges effecDepartment of Housing & Urban Development tive October, 2011 and October, 2012, respectively, (HUD) loan, so let us clarify and bring everyone upessentially showed HUD that the system works. to-date.

HUD, for many years, has had a 223F program which involves low interest 35 year loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The problem, however, has been that this program was only available to rentals, not to condominiums or cooperatives, like Co-op City.

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., working with Wells Fargo, petitioned HUD to include co-ops and condos in the 223F program. After over 18 months of back and forth and education, in August, 2011 HUD finally issued new protocols for the 223F program to include co-ops.

At that point, we attempted to file for Co-op City but to no avail with no interest at HUD, which evidently did not want their first co-op 223F to be the largest co-op development (Co-op City) and loan.

Also remember, the country was/is in the middle of a real estate crisis for the country.

Since then, we have been back and forth countless times with Wells Fargo attempting to move forward and make HUD comfortable. HUD’s site inspection last Summer was a huge success, but still they had lingering questions. Many of the issues also involved HUD getting familiar, and comfortable, with the Mitchell- Lama program itself. The New York State Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) which

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc.

In addition, Wells Fargo has been successful in arranging a loan guaranty for us. We do not know the details, but we are told that if we were to obtain a HUD loan insured by FHA, both the City of New York and the State of New York will guaranty the first $35,000,000. This is the latest positive news that we’ve received.

There will be a meeting this month in Washington between HUD and Wells Fargo to attempt to develop a path forward. While we remain hopeful, there will be and are serious issues which must be resolved. If we got a loan, there are various procedures and rules that HUD applies which are impossible for Co-op City because of our size and/or HCR rules. These issues are serious and may be deal breakers, but when we get to that point, we hope for an opportunity to negotiate.

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Letters to the Editor

Taking a stand To th e E dit or : Have you seen the 1989 movie, “ Dead Poets’ Society” ? There is a classroom scene where students are faced with a choice to stand up, in fact on their desks, in support of the teacher or not but in not standing, abstaining becomes the negative.

Mr. Khalil Abdul-Wahhab took a stand last week in support of his and his family’s move to Co-op City. Our family is taking this stand too.

Owning the share value of a large 1.5 bath, 3 bedroom apartment, living where we can walk through parks to shopping, schools, transportation, doctors, and attend special events is where we choose

to live, Co-op City. We belong to and walk to the church of choice, participate in civic organizations, are part of getting things corrected and improved in a microcosm of a democratic political structure built as a result of great social builders who recognized the need for middle income housing that would follow and abide by written democratic structure.

Not only that, we have access to people who, if there is a problem, we can speak to, they act accountable though the problem could be something they have never touched. Sure, I hate the litter, pick up behind others, worry about drugs and gangs, and have been subject to ceiling collapses, floods, toilet backups, mug-

gings and other acts beyond my control.

But before Co-op City we, four of us, lived in my uncle’s basement. Before that, the best apartment we lived in, in Sapporo, Japan was 2.5 rooms, all of us sleeping on the floor traditional style. Before that, a 2 room partially furnished, no shower, apartment in Woodlawn Heights. The apartment of my youth was a 2 bedroom, 4 room roach infested walkup, dumbwaiter in the kitchen, apartment. You see, in reverse, each home was an improvement.

We will continue working for a better community here in Co-op City, our choice, the largest middle-income development in the world.

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NYC Mulch Fest in Co-op City this weekend Residents taking down their natural Christmas tree this weekend can dispose of the tree easily while helping the environment by taking their tree to the Mulch Fest this weekend in Co-op City.

Co-hosted by New York City’s Departments of Parks and Recreation and Sanitation, Mulch Fest in Co-op City will be staged in the empty lot of the east side

of Co-op City Blvd. across the street from Buildings 24 and 25.

Residents can bring their discarded trees there between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. today and tomorrow, Sunday, and staff will take the trees and put them through a mulcher to produce wood chips and mulch to be used as part of soil blankets in gardens throughout the city.

Co-op City is one of 35 chipping and mulching sites to be set up throughout the city this weekend. In addition, 35 sites have been set up to accept discarded trees to be mulched at a later time.

Please remember to remove all lights and ornaments before bringing the tree to the Co-op City Mulch Fest site or any other Mulch Fest site in the city.

Riverbay Phone System Maintenance Riverbay will be performing phone system mangement on Monday, January 9th beginning at 5 p.m. It is not anticipated that there will be any disruption of phone service.

Should you receive a busy signal, please try your call again. If you are calling about a Police emergency and receive a busy signal, please hang up and dial 911.

C lot h in g b in s Shareholders are reminded that the clothing bins placed at the garages are for your convenience to donate unused clothing, linens and shoes ONLY, not to leave unused household items. Trans-America picks up twice a week to avoid overflow at the drop-off sites.

However, it has become noticeable that instead of placing their bags of donated items inside the bins, some residents are leaving the bags on the ground outside of the bins, regardless of whether the bins are full or not.

Please place your donated bags inside the donation bins and DO NOT leave them on the ground. When packing, make sure not to overfill your bag(s) to avoid it not being able to pass through the bins’ openings. If you must, place the donated items in several small bags.

Thank you very much for your cooperation.

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Public Safety Report

CCPD reminds drivers of the expansion of MOVE OVER/SLOW DOWN law

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to remind all drivers of the expansion of the MOVE OVER law which took effect on January 1st of this year. The law expanded to include tow truck operators and other authorized vehicles performing roadside assistance or maintenance of roadways. Last year’s “MOVE OVER ACT” requires drivers to MOVE over and SLOW down when there is an Emergency Vehicle on the side of the road with its emergency lights activated. Violations of this law can be fined up to $275, a mandatory court surcharge of $85 and two points on their driver’s license. Drivers can also be sentenced to up to 15 days in jail for violation of the “MOVE OVER ACT.” The law requires that, when possible, motorists must change lanes when they approach an incident where there is a vehicle with flashing red or amber lights.

The new law adds the amber lights. When it is not possible to move over, or there is only one lane, drivers must slow down.

Tow trucks, “HELP” trucks and road maintenance crews are now a part of this act which serves to save lives on our nation’s roadways. Persons working on roadways provide a service to motorists and it is a priority to insure their safety.

The original law, also known as the “Ambrose-Searles Move Over Act” is named after State Trooper Robert W. Ambrose and Onondaga County Sheriff Deputy Glenn M. Searles. Trooper Ambrose was killed on December 19, 2002 when his patrol car was struck from behind by another car, operated by a 20year-old drunk driver who was also killed, on the New York State Thruway as he was pulled over to investigate an accident. A person from the original accident was also killed. Ambrose was assigned to the State Police barracks at Tarrytown at the time of his death and had been a trooper for 5 years.

Deputy Searles was killed while assisting a stranded motorist on I-481 on November 29, 2003. Searles was attempting to remove flares from the trunk of his police car when he was struck by a minivan that slid across the snow and ice-covered road into his car, pinning him between the two vehicles. In addition, a tow truck operator was almost killed in November of 2011 in New York State.

The new law requires motorists to slow down when they come upon an emergency or service vehicle on the shoulder of a roadway. The law also

requires motorists to “MOVE OVER” a lane if possible on highways and parkways. Since 1999, there have been more than 160 law enforcement officers killed in the United States as a result of being struck by vehicles while performing police duties along highways. When driving and the eyes drift towards activity on the side of the road, the tendency is for the vehicle to veer towards that direction.

In response, most states have adopted some form of the “MOVE OVER” law.

Disabled motorists should also always pull as far off the side of the road for the very same reasons.

It is very important that all drivers are aware of this new law and adhere to its provisions. The original law was the last official act that former New York State Governor David Paterson enacted prior to leaving his post.

Electronic signs along highways remind motorists of this new law. The law will help to greatly reduce the number of Emergency Response personnel killed in car crashes on the sides of highways in New York State, as well as the nation as a whole. The expansion of the law serves to save even more lives.

For more information, please see the following websites www.nysdot.gov, www.nydmv.state.ny.us, and www.nationalsafetycouncil.org and www.nsc.org. These websites are an excellent place to read up on this and other traffic laws. They also contain information geared at improving driving skills to become a safer driver. Be sure all drivers in your household are aware of this new law. Teen drivers are especially at risk of becoming involved in a motor vehicle accident.

School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages.

Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

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Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the Public Safety Department is able to keep the crime rate low and maintain a high quality of life throughout the community.

Public Safety Blotter: Dec. 29 - Dec. 31, 2011 December 31, 2011, 100 Darrow Place A male sleeping in the stairway was arrested, issued a summons for trespassing and released.

December 30, 2011, 140 Benchley Place CCPD officers observed a male inside a stairway rolling a marijuana cigar. The male was arrested for unlawful possession of marijuana, issued a community complaint and released.

December 29, 2011, 140 Alcott Place CCPD units responded to this location to investigate a report of a group loi-

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December 29, 2011, 125 Dreiser Loop A male at this location refused officers’ orders to leave the establishment and was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. He was issued a summons and released.

December 29, 2011, 140 Carver Loop A male involved in a dispute at this location was arrested and charged with assault and disorderly conduct.

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Starting the new year off on better footing Recon cilia t ion Now that we are in a new year, 2012, and I wish everyone a happy New Year, and the divisive issue of privatization has been put to rest for the time being, and hopefully forever, I believe it's time to reflect and ask what we can do to improve living in Co-op City. Despite the ongoing negativity from some quarters of the Riverbay Board, most Directors truly mean well and want to do what's best for our community. The question is how best to continue striving for that? Personal vendettas and being motivated completely by an inflated ego is not the way to go, no one benefits, least of all the cooperators. It only increases negativity and does not accomplish anything. This Board, all 15 Directors, has to keep an open mind and set policy for the good of the people of Co-op City.

C h a n ge n eeded Let's begin with restoration. I don't care whether different Directors get along or not, everyone should be able to clearly agree that the Riverbay Restoration Department needs improvement, major improvement. Riverbay is supposed to provide certain services to cooperators, and this is not being done in a timely or professional manner.

Why? There has to be a reason. True, there have been recent changes made in this department, however, I hope it doesn’t take another year before the cooperators begin to see any appreciable difference in the quality and expediency of the work. Trying to manage Co-op City by placing your head in the sand and pretending there are no problems is

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis not the way to go. We are all struggling through tough economic times, especially seniors and those on fixed incomes, and the people deserve the best for their carrying charge dollars.

No private company would allow unacceptable work to continue on apartments, not if they wanted to stay in business, so it should not be tolerated or condoned here.

My recent experience on behalf of a cooperator left me with no other choice but to say that management has not shown me any immediate change or improvement handling routine repairs.

And when this cooperator called to find out when the work they needed was supposed to be completed, she was advised that it was already completed, according to Restoration records. How is that possible? And the beat goes on.

We pay a hefty price for a management firm, contractors, and even our own personnel to deliver services which I have found often falls short of their mark.

Mistakes can be made, but this was a whopper! And now I gather management is standing on a soap box and beating their chest over things they are doing when in face these are things they ought to be doing in the first place.

Buildings should be cleaner. In the coming year, I want to see cleaner buildings and grounds, better service, more acceptable work by contractors, not slip

shod rush jobs. We need a respectful personnel that responds in a timely manner to cooperators’ requests for services, a curtailment of large funds spent for legal services on frivolous cases, and we need to address antisocial behavior with a much more no nonsense approach. We have to send a strong message that such anti-social behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstances whatsoever. And parents, please remember, you play a very important part, you have to show the youngsters and young adults the proper way to behave and conduct themselves by example.

F loor in g Another problem that needs to be addressed is the astronomically expensive asbestos abatement work we are required by the city to do with flooring, which certainly could have helped to alleviate any 3% increase in carrying charges. I personally believe it should never have reached this point where we have to spend untold millions of dollars for such work, when no other housing with similar tiles within the state or city is required to. As I’ve mentioned before, I am no flag waver of Steve Kaufman, however, at the moment, he has stepped up on our behalf when our other elected officials are nowhere to be found, especially the “Great Houdini” who magically can make prices change with a pencil or a pen. What kind of an example does this man set for our kids, not to mention those who cast votes for him?

Sa fe com m u n it y I have to admit being Chairperson of the Security Committee, I believe that in

our Public Safety Department we have a great security force here. Cooperators are not even aware of what these dedicated men and women do for this community. As I mentioned before, the work of Lt. Keappock, who heads up training of our force, as well as other dedicated officers that I have had the pleasure of working with, including Sgt. Ramirez and Officer Carpenter who assisted with the recent food drive to benefit the Black Forum of Co-op City, and countless others that I meet in various other capacities. We have men and women on our Public Safety force who quietly go above and beyond the scope of their normal duties to help out in this community. I cannot say enough about the professional leadership qualities of Chief Frank Apollo, as I’ve mentioned before. I will strive over the next six months to see a great Public Safety Department become even better, with more visibility.

Well wishes Finally, I want to congratulate two well respected female pastors in our community. First, Rev. Milca Plaud on being nominated by the Security Committee to serve our Public Safety Department in a spiritual capacity; and second, Rev. Ann Palmore on the relocation of the Church of New Vision to larger space in Einstein. I wish them both the very best as they continue to minister to the spiritual needs of the community.

Let me hear from you, give me a shout by calling (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com - no attachments, please.

Building 26 Association We'd like to extend a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year to all of our Co-op City families, neighbors, and especially our new residents. All are invited to our next Building Association meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the rear community room of Building 26B. Refreshments will be served and we'll have a 50/50 raffle. Please come out and bring a neighbor. We need your involvement and support. Together,

we stand, but divided we'll surely fall.

Congratulations to all who are celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and any new births during the month of January. A speedy recovery to all of our hospitalized and home bound sick and shut in. Our deepest condolences to those who've lost a loved one. May they be eternally blessed.

Our sincere thanks to Barbara Skinner, Michele Smith, Pat Cippolaro, Arlene

Schaeffer, Pat Malave, Pearl Turain, Hal Satinoff, Josephine Clark, Audrey Chambers, Ronnie Cumerbach, and Ruth Willougby for assisting with the annual porters' holiday collection.

A special thank you to the concerned 4th floor residents of Building 26C for beautifully decorating your building lobby.

Please do not litter. Deposit your garbage into a garbage can. And please properly dispose of your Christmas trees

and wreaths. Let's work together to keep our community beautiful, clean, and green!

Remember, security starts at home.

Ensure you know who you are allowing to enter through the front/rear lobby doors. If you don't know them, don't hold the door.

It's better to be safe, than to be sorry! If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1. The life you save could be your —P a t r icia C ip olla r o own.

Building 24 Association HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL COOPERATORS OF BUILDING 24. May your wishes, plans and resolutions come true. I feel that in order for them to work you have to work on it. So, start working on day 1 and let the other 365 follow.

First - We can never thank the cooperators who aided our decorators in their fabulous decorations again this a year. They asked for poinsetta to surround the design.

The following known cooperators responded, namely, Carmen Figueora, Margaret Hendricks and Inez Wellington. If others put some there, we were not aware and cannot name you. BUT let’s give a BIG shoutout to those named and others. Thank you for your interest and support.

NOW, what about our Building Association??? We are again starting another year hoping and looking for your support.

We have new cooperators living next to some old-timers. Old-timers meet your new neighbors and bring them to the meeting with you.

Of course, we know you are coming so become a recruiter and COME ON DOWN with your new neighbors. It only takes a “hello” or ‘hi” to get to know your neighbor.

Our first meeting for 2012 will be held on our regular meeting date - the 2nd Tuesday in the month, this being TUES-

DAY, JANUARY 9th. Mark the date and plan to attend. We are planning a BEGINNING CELELBRATION. Come on down and meet, greet and eat with Building 24 cooperators. We challenge you to make this suggestion happen. Remember, we can all be happy living together if we give a hello to our neighbors. Being neighborly is being Godly. (So we think) —C elest in e W ith ey

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, January 19, in the Bartow Center, Room #28 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members attend this first meeting of the year. Some very important issues will be discussed regarding our plans for the upcoming year. Please attend.

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club cordially invites you to attend the 9th Annual St. Valentine's Day Dance on

Saturday, February 11, in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium B. The time of this event is from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Music will be provided by DJ Carol Productions. The cost is $30 per person ($2 for each set-up.) For ticket information, please contact Sylvia Polite at 320-2837, Barbara Irby at 3799294, or Gloria Clarke at 379-5430. Come out and have an enjoyable time while celebrating the annual observance of St. Valentine's Day.

The club extends get well wishes to those members who have experienced medical problems and are recuperating/recovering. This message is also extended to those members who are homebound, and recovering from various medical procedures. Our prayers are with you for a full recovery. Best wishes are also extended to those members who are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or special event during the month of January.

Members are reminded that all instances of personal illness, death in the family, home-bound status, surgery & hospitalizations may be reported to our Good & Welfare Chairperson, Ms. Gertie Brown, at 347-275-2995. She will take care of all acknowledgements from the club regarding these matters.

Happy New Year to everyone and thank you for your continued support.

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Ideas for the New Year Ha p py New Yea r !

Let me start by wishing that 2012 will be a year full of joy, happiness, love, success, and other good blessings for you and your family.

Rea ch in g O ut I am so glad that I am able to reach out and share some positive thoughts with everyone. Now, regardless of what some people might say, this community is good.

Are there many things that we have to work on? Yes. However, I'm 100% confident that we make Co-op City into a better community.

Now, I know that it's going to take a lot of effort and hard work. However, I want to work with everyone so that we can improve this community. That's why I said that I will do my best to reach out more and to listen to what you have to say. And then, I want to do my best to help the Board and Management see your viewpoints.

Now, I know that some of you might have wondered where some of us Board members stand on a few issues. So, I said that I would do my best to list my viewpoint on a few subjects. This way, you'll learn more about me and what I will be trying to do for this community.

L ist enin g As mentioned before, I would like to see if we can improve the communications between the Board, the building associations, and the entire community.

Now, I'm in favor of having open Board meetings. Open Board meetings should be an interchange of ideas.

Will there be a consensus on all matters? Maybe not. However, Board members have to consider that there might be

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson some frustration in the c o m m u n i t y.

Therefore, we don't run away from that frustration. No. Frustration can be positive, if you can learn and grow from it. Therefore, we have to find out what is the source of that frustration.

Are there security or maintenance concerns? Can you let us know about the issues that are affecting you and this community?

If so, then those issues can be addressed. Now, as time goes on, then our meetings and our community can get better. But, look at the progress this community can make just by communicating in an open forum.

Hey, I like that viewpoint.

F in a nces Everyone in this community should be very concerned as to how we're managing money that flows into this community.

Now, look, I am determined to keep this community affordable for everyone here. So, I will do everything possible to make sure that we keep our finances under control. I'm a cooperator just like you. So, I have to make sure that I will represent the best interests of everyone here. Therefore, you'll see me fighting for everyone.

Can we avoid future increases?

Possibly. However, we must dramatically reduce our expenses. And, then, we must show that we can meet our financial obligations.

Our community must understand these principles. And, we must be on the same page when we talk about our finances.

Now, this subject of finances is going to be a very big topic in 2012. And, naturally, some of you might get upset if we're presented with another increase.

Therefore, again, I'm ready to have discussions on reducing the budget as soon as possible. And, then, let's see if we can work together on making our budget work for our community.

Okay, now, we have a lot of intelligent people here with good backgrounds. So, I would like to ask you: What do you have to say about reducing our expenses here? Have you noticed ways that we can save money? How about things that we can do to bring in more money here? I would love to hear your viewpoint on these matters.

Id ea s for F ut ur e P r oj ect s I would like to see Co-op City bring in far more revenue. Therefore, I would like for us to see if we can develop some plans for our malls and for possibly bringing in new business.

Now, one thing that I don't like is if we say that we're stuck. "No! We cannot do anything for this community. Nothing additional will work. Therefore, we should leave everything alone."

No. We should always be open to some good ideas to make this community better. Now, that doesn't mean that we're going to have other companies

come in here and take us over. No, that means that we're going to sit down, think, and make things better here for our future.

Now, here are some ideas that we can think about to enhance our revenue.

Again, please think about our financial future as you consider all of the ideas in this article.

Can we bring in some entertainment, on a periodic basis, into Co-op City? Can we make better use of our rooms in the community centers? Some of our rooms can hold hundreds of people.

What about the outdoor lower space in Bartow and Dreiser? Can we do something with these spaces? How about Section Five?

Recreation centers might be a good selling point for this community. So, can we have a discussion about developing recreational centers for Co-op City?

What about the land near the water?

Can we think about a few ideas for perhaps using this land to work for us?

Now, my goals are to keep Co-op City affordable for everyone here. However, in closing, I do believe that we should consider some ideas so that we can reduce our expenses, create new businesses and services, and dramatically enhance our revenue. Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corp., 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week and a happy new year.

And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

NCNW Happy New Year! Tomorrow, Sunday January 8, General Membership meeting at 3 p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Community Center. Please come out and join us, share your ideas for the New Year.

The NCNW Saturday School classes will resume today, Saturday, January 7, at 9 a.m. New students who register in January for half the year will pay half the fees. Our school has licensed teachers who work with children in grades 2-8 to strengthen their reading and computational skills. In addition, an art teacher spends

their snack break at 11 a.m. helping them to learn to appreciate fine art.

Thank you to all who contributed donated items to our annual Toy and Winter Accessory Drive. Vivian Wescott and Lori Melton delivered the donated items to Phipps Town and Country Residence Home on Friday, December 23rd. Dhalia Bernard, Recreation Coordinator, was ever so grateful for all the donations. Toys were delivered to the children, canned goods and other items went to the residence home pantry, and

hats, scarves, gloves, socks and other necessities will be distributed to those children at the residence home who are desperately in need of these winter accessories. We could not have been successful in collecting these items without your help.

Thank you, once again!

Save t h e d a t es: February 25, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., 11th Annual NCNW Black History Youth Celebration, Dreiser Community Center 1, Auditorium B. This event will be in collaboration with the Riverbay Fund. If any youth or youth groups are interested in

volunteering and showcasing their talent, please call (917) 399 2643.

April 28 – Co-op City Section will be celebrating its 41st anniversary at Marina Del Rey. Information will be coming soon.

To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718671-3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy New Year!! Happy birthday to our January members.

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African-American Association of Co-op City Happy New Year! We hope you will begin the New Year by participating with us.

Gener a l M ember ship Meet ing – The next general membership meeting will be held on Saturday, January 14, 4 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 15. We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

The following are ongoing programs sponsored and/or supported by the AfricanAmerican Association and we encourage

you to participate: Business Oppor tunity Wor kshop – The FREE workshops will continue on Wednesdays, 7 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 15. It will offer information about learning to work from home and will provide an alternative for those who are tired of working paycheck to paycheck. Those 18 years of age and older are welcome to attend.

Call Kevin Lambright, 646-721-8185.

Yoga & Pila tes M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles, gently stretch the spine, improve posture and flexibility while reducing stress with breathing techniques and meditation, to create a sense of well being. Call Meena Sharpe-Hicks, 718-671-8364.

Belly Dan ce C lasses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This is a fun and healthy way to stay in shape. No experience is needed. Call Norma-Jean O’Garro, 646-281-4570.

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The next class: Monday, January 9, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. 718-379-5555.

Ed uca tion – The Per Ankh Study Group at the Communiversity of African-Centered Education meets every 1st and 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to review and discuss books and films on classical African civilizations, which are essential for the survival of people of color. The

“Magical Egypt” film series will continue to be shown and discussed at our next gathering. Children and adults are welcome. This group is led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene. 718-379-5555.

J ob s/E n t r ep r en eu r ia l Wor k sh op s – These workshops will be held on the first Thursday, the next one being February 2nd, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15.

Cub Scout s Pa ck – The Boy Scouts of America is an established organization and the Association continues in its efforts to organize a pack in Co-op City. We need a pack leader for boys ages 6-11. Please contact us if you can assist. Females welcomed.

Call 718-379-5555 Bla ck Histor y Month F ilm Festiva l – Please mark your calendar and plan to attend on Sat., Feb. 4th. —Fr ancine R eva J ones

Broun Place Townhouse Association We wish everyone a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year. Now that the holidays are over, it’s back to work again! Let’s start the New Year off with “reasonable resolutions” if indeed you are one of many like me who “used” to make them and not be able to maintain them throughout the year. My resolution for this year is to try to be a better person and to help anyone I can within reason. I will leave the diet thing alone this year and just try walking more (smile). Reaching out to a neighbor who may be ill or unable

to get out of the house is something we can all do. That is why it’s important to know who your neighbor is; you never know whom you may have to call on in an emergency. These are attainable and worthwhile goals in my opinion. Try it…you might just like it!

Our next meeting is scheduled on Thursday, January 26th at 7 p.m. in Room 28 at the Bartow Community Center. Let one of your resolutions be to attend the Association meetings. We need everyone to

Building 13 Association HAPPY NEW YEAR. The next general membership meeting of Building 13 Association will be on Thursday, January 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the back of the building.

Welcome to a brand new year with all its challenges and opportunities.

Let us resolve to do more in 2012 to improve the quality of life of ALL of our

cooperators.

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR HELP WITH THE ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES. Report any criminal activities to Co-op Public Safety at (718) 320-3050 and/or the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1.

—O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Association of Building 14 Cooperators (AB14C) Happy New Year to everyone; may 2012 bring each of you the prosperity of good health, adequate wealth, abundant peace, positive people surrounding you and bountiful blessings.

The start of the New Year, like the birth of a child or the loss of a loved one, focuses our attention on “getting our house in order.” To that regard, there are three areas that I would like to focus on for the AB14C throughout 2012: The first goal is to have our January and February meetings focus on topics that will allow one to truly get his or her house in order. Through various presenters, meeting topics will range from financial planning (particularly, debt reduction strategies), legal planning (Wills, Living Trusts, Life Insurance options, and Health Proxies) to planning for college (529 Savings Plan, scholarships) and wellness (healthy eating/cooking, exercise).

A second focus for 2012 is to increase youth involvement in the Association, specifically in order to establish a Scholarship Fund and promote service to one’s community.

The third and final goal focuses on strengthening and broadening the ways that the Association engages cooperators and addresses interests and matters of concern to Building 14 cooperators, Section Two and

the larger Co-op City community.

As mentioned in previous articles, the Association is in the process of changing its structure by operating through Standing Committees and fewer officer positions. It became clear that only a few cooperators were willing to make the full-time commitment of holding an officer position. Thus, the intent of the committee structure is to reduce the burden that the few would bear by distributing or sharing responsibilities in key areas of operations across a group of people (committees). As committee members, cooperators then have the option to help with projects or activities that interest them with a time-limited commitment. A full description of committees (purpose and functions) will be explained in upcoming articles, so please consider how you can become more involved as we seek to raise the standard of living in our building and community.

Three Kings Day on January 6th marks the end of the Christmas season (the last of the 12 days of Christmas). We will begin taking down the holiday decorations Saturday morning; all help is welcome.

The first Association meeting will be on Thursday, January 26th; more details to come! Please direct any comments, concerns or suggestions to me at jdfergie31@ gmail.com or call 917.612.1951.

—J .D. Fer guson

participate. There truly is power in numbers.

I neglected to mention in my last article that at our December meeting, everyone present received a small gift. We raffled off five “free” additional gifts. We are planning to raffle off a surprise gift at our January meeting. More details to follow regarding the raffle. Our scheduled guests are Ms. Vanessa Aldea, our new CSO Manager. Ellen Lehman from TimeKeeping NYC, which is a new volunteer program under the Dept. of Aging. She will explain the program and distribute applications for those who are interested in participating.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the donation for our wonderful

Groundskeeper, Dennis. We really appreciate your generosity. Thank you, Dennis, for all the hard work you do for us in Broun Place.

Thanks to Ann Ventrella and Jesse Seisse for orchestrating the collection. We don’t know what we would do without their help.

If you observe any suspicious activity, please call 9-1-1 first, then contact Public Safety at 718-671-3050.

We pray for a speedy recovery for all our neighbors experiencing health challenges and to the homebound. Congratulations to those celebrating a special event. You can also email us at brounplaceassoc@hotmail .com. Be good to yourself and everyone else.

—Ma r j or ie Helms

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Black Forum W ith m a ny th a nks to Pu blic Sa fety a nd R iver b a y C or por a tion The Black Forum of Co-op City would like to thank Chief Frank Apollo of the Public Safety Department, Michelle Sajous of the Riverbay Fund, for sponsoring the recent food drive that resulted in a significant contribution of food to the Black Forum food pantry. Special thanks go out to Sergeant Rosaly Ramirez and Officer Shante Carpenter for their efforts in coordinating and delivering the food, as well as the many residents and Riverbay employees who gave so generously and without whom

this drive would not have been so successful.

Next Defensive Dr iving Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, January 14, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Call today to register, 718-320-8035.

Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1_ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have

A Un ified Post ur e We have heard the slogan “an educated consumer is our best customer.” Makes a lot of sense when it comes to us as shareholders. Our Building Association is stronger when we become wiser participants. The only way for that to happen is for us to attend the meeting every month so we can see first hand. Once we see, then we can make educated suggestions and take part in the development and positive construction

of our quality of life.

The process of putting this all together is tedious when only 2-4 people are trying to satisfy the needs and desires of 500 or more people. This is why it is important to have committees to make this machine run. It is not too late to join a committee. It is not too late to form a committee. Bring your ideas to our next meeting. Join one of our existing committees. There is so much room for improvement. So much room to explore new

$35 in cash to pay for the course.

E mer gency Food Pr ogr a m New Hour s & Da ys We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags.

In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s

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ideas, but you must be there. So again, we invite you and your ideas to be heard at our next meeting.

If you know of someone in your building who practices positive apportion, let us know so that we may recognize them at our next meeting. You must contact us at least 2 weeks before each meeting. (Our contact information is below).

Our next Building Association meeting will be Tuesday, January 17. Our focus will

license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - J oin Us Toda y Now is the time for us to get involved.

Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony I llis be on future possible endeavors for our association. There will also be an opportunity for anyone to express ideas or thoughts moving forward. We will also have a reflection on 2011. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting.

You may contact us at our new number: 347-504-1821 or email us at: 21association@gmail.com.

May God bless and continue to keep you —Kevin La m br ight and yours safe.

Building 33 Association NEW YEAR! The children's visit with Santa was well received. The children enjoyed sitting on Santa's lap and talking to him, taking a picture and receiving Christmas candy. Our Santa this year was played by Curtis, Ms. Maude Mason's son. He came through at the last minute for us because we could not get not one volunteer from this building to play Santa. We have so many children in this building and it's sad that not one father will come forward to help us. From the look and the excitement on their little faces, it was worth the time and effort we put into looking for a person to play Santa. Thank you, Curtis.

I want to thank Brenda Castro for the

cute boxes and bags of candy she gave us to give to the children; they were very nice. Thanks to Darryl Humphrey for coming thru with his camera, taking pictures of the kids with Santa. The New Year's Eve Party was a great success, thanks to our own Kevin DJ Smooth. He did a great job with the music. There was plenty of horns, noise makers, hats, some with lights, leis, we gave out to the people who came. We could have had more building participation. Those who did come really enjoyed the evening. I keep reminding you, we have many cultures in this building, why can't we come together as one. When we have an event, it is for the whole building. Stop segregating

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have.

Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-7344058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunda y M or ning Schedule: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed; we want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

Children's Sunday School will teach and nurture your children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service.

This week's Reading from Holy Scripture I Corinthians 13:1-13.

A special thank you to all the building

associations, churches, schools and individuals who donated to our food pantry. We were able to feed more than fifty families during the Holidays. To God be the Glory! We also registered over a dozen families in need in Co-op City. Thank you!

Weekly Activity: Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know.

Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-320-0002.

If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address.

Bereavement Support Group meets Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God Bless You! "I was hungry and you fed me"…Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith, is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

I nvita tions to t he comm unit y: SAVE THE DATE: October 6 - Church 10th Anniversary. Eastwood Manor, Bronx, NY. Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, Senior Pastor Abyssinian Church, Harlem, NY Speaker.

Tickets: $80.

Happy New Year! The Church of the Savior family sends to our friends, neighbors and yet to meet friends a fruitful and empowering 2012.

To get into heaven, it’s who you know that counts. —Rev. Dr. R ober t A. Smith, J r.

yourself. One for all and all for one. As we start a new year, what can I look forward to with this building? I would like to see more interest taken by you, the cooperator. Take some pride in where you live.

Show some unity with your neighbors.

Some of you hardly speak to one another.

No good morning, no have a nice day, have a good night, good night, some thing is wrong. You cannot live in this world alone. One day you will need someone

and there will be no one. Take some time and teach your children to respect their building, stop throwing candy paper, juice boxes, napkins, paper cups on the elevator floor. In the lobby, we have two garbage cans, teach them to use them, and you too.

Also, George is not a doorman, have your keys ready when you come in the building, stop kicking the door for service.

Get well wishes to the sick and the —P a t r icia Bon a p a r t e shut-ins.

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Riverbay’s Succession Rights summarized and updated for clarity

BY ROZAAN BOONE Riverbay Corporation has summarized the Division of Housing and Community Renewal’s (DHCR) rules and regulations on succession rights to avoid confusion or misunderstanding.

The DHCR has specific rules governing the transfer or assumption of ownership of apartments within Mitchell-Lama developments, which are spelled out in 9NYCRR Part 1727-8.1.

“The Succession Rights Policy is intended to help a cooperator be aware of the protection provided to a family member or a ‘life companion’ in the event a cooperator moves or dies,” said Michael Munns, Riverbay’s Senior Attorney. “DHCR regulations provide that eligible persons may continue to live in an apartment after the death or move-out of the cooperator.

Our policy follows DHCR rules and explains succession rights to Co-op City residents.”

It should be pointed out that while new ownership can only be assumed in cases of move-out or death, only persons who meet all of the regulatory requirements may obtain leases and stock certificates in their own names as successors.

“It is our intention to reiterate for shareholders what Riverbay’s policy is when it comes to their succession rights so that there will not be any confusion as to who they can leave their apartments to in the event that they decide to move or in cases where the primary shareholder passes away,” said Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper. “Hopefully, this will go a long way in helping to simplify the process so that we, in turn, can speed up this particular transaction. It’s also important to emphasize that these are DHCR’s rules governing Mitchell-Lama developments and we have to ensure that we are in full compliance.” According to the rules and regulations, succession of an apartment can only take place if the primary owner of the apartment moves out or passes away. As a general rule, whenever there is a change in the number of persons living in the apartment, Riverbay should be notified within ninety (90) calendar days of any such changes through the use of an Interim Affidavit Form, which can be obtained from their respective CSO Office.

“It is critical for all shareholders to inform Riverbay of changes in the household occupants in order for those occupants to potentially have succession rights at

some point in the future,” said Peter Merola, Riverbay’s Director of Finance. “The annual filing of the Income Affidavit accomplishes this, as well as filing an Interim Affidavit in between annual filings.”

If the shareholder moves out permanently, any member of the primary cooperator’s family or life companion may request, in writing, to be named as a tenant on the lease and on the stock certificate. However, this person must meet certain requirements.

“They must have resided with the cooperator in the apartment as their primary residence for a period of not less than two years, or for one year if the succeeding cooperator is a senior citizen or disabled person, immediately prior to permanent vacating of the apartment by the cooperator,” said Merola. “In cases where the occupancy or relationship is less than two years, the succeeding cooperator must have lived in the apartment from the inception of the tenancy or commencement of the relationship. The succeeding cooperator must have been listed on the Income Affidavit and/or Interim Income Affidavit during the relevant period of time.”

Per DHCR rules, the “relevant period of time” must be documented by no less than 3 affidavits and can be supported by either combination of 3 annual affidavits, or 1 interim affidavit plus 2 annual affidavits if the successor moves in between annual filings.

DHCR’s rules define “family member” as a husband, wife, son, daughter, stepson, stepdaughter, father, mother, stepfather, stepmother, brother, sister, nephew, niece, uncle, aunt, grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law or daughter-in-law of the primary cooperator.

Cousins are not defined family members and therefore are not eligible for succession under this rule.

However, cousins can apply for succession under the DHCR rule of “Emotional and Financial Inter-dependence.” In addition to meeting the residency requirements in this case, a successor would have to provide similar evidence as in the case of a life companion.

“Primary residence” is defined as the housing accommodation in which the person actually resides and maintains a permanent and continuous physical presence. Proof of such residency must consist of the Income Affidavit or Interim Income Affidavits together with other evidence, for example, certified copies of tax

returns, voting records, motor vehicle registration and driver’s license, school registration, bank accounts, employment records, insurance policies and other pertinent documentation.

At the same time, ‘life companion’ is defined as any other person residing with the cooperator as a primary resident who can prove emotional and financial commitment and interdependence between such person and the cooperator. Evidence of this can be the Income Affidavit or Interim Income Affidavit filed by the primary cooperator, as well as evidence of longevity of the relationship; sharing of or relying upon each other for payment of household or family expenses; joint ownership of bank accounts, personal and real property, credit cards, loan obligations, sharing a household budget for purposes of receiving governmental benefits; engaging in family type activities by jointly attending family functions; and formalizing of legal obligations by such means as executing wills, naming each other as executor and/or beneficiary, granting each other power of attorney, etc.

The other avenue through which a successor can be named to the apartment is through death of the primary shareholder. If this is the case, the lease and shares of stock for the decedent’s apartment shall be surrendered to the Riverbay Sales Office by the decedent’s estate or survivors for redemption.

If there are no legal disputes, Riverbay will sell or transfer the shares to any member of the decedent’s family or life companion, as long as they meet all of the requirements as stipulated by DHCR’s rules and regulations.

Munns stated that any family member or life companion of a cooperator who would like permission to remain in occupancy after the cooperator moves or dies should submit a written request within ninety (90) days to Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10475, Attn.: Succession Rights.

“It is imperative that shareholders understand that no other types of stock transfers or lease amendments are allowed except those directed by statute or an appropriate tribunal or court of law,” said Munns.

Shareholders may log on to Riverbay’s website at www.riverbaycorp.com to download a copy of these succession right.

Celebrating 31 Years of AWARD WINNING Instruction

Anonymous calls to Public Safety Periodically, cooperators may witness someone violating the housing company’s rules and regulations, however, it has been reported to Management that some people are apprehensive about reporting the situation for fear of their identity being divulged to the violator in question.

Please know that you may request to remain anonymous when you contact the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) regarding said issues and the Public Safety dispatchers, officers and supervisors have been instructed to accept these calls and investigate, accordingly.

If, however, you feel forced to surrender your identification in order to lodge your complaint, immediately request to speak with a supervisor.

Rest assured that you should feel comfortable placing these calls to our Public Safety Department, as oftentimes residents are the first to know when an incident has taking place and in most cases who the individuals involved are, as well.

Thank you very much for your cooperation.

—R iver b a y M a n a gem en t

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Parking Facilities Rules and Regulations The Riverbay Parking Facilities Department would like to remind shareholders and their families who park in the garages to observe and comply with the following G a r a ge Agr eem en t r u les a n d r egu la t ion s: • Dr iver s sh a ll d r ive wit h h ea d ligh t s on wh ile d r ivin g wit h in t h e G a r a ges • Drivers must observe the posted speed limit of 5 mph while inside the garages (do not accelerate your speed in any area of the garage) • Follow directional signs and arrows (in order to avoid collisions, do not drive in the opposite direction of posted arrows and signs) • Drivers must park their vehicles fully within the painted lines (be considerate and leave enough room

MetroCard Bus to visit Co-op City in two weeks The MetroCard Bus will be visiting all three Co-op City locations again this month, enabling customers to sign up for or refill their Reduced-Fare MetroCard, purchase or add money to an existing Metrocard, and purchase E-Z Pass On the Go tags.

On Thursday, January 20, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month.

The MetroCard Bus, which stops in Co-op City, travels around the city, stopping at senior citizen centers, shopping centers and along major bus routes. Customers can handle all of their MetroCard needs, whether it is applying for or refilling a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, buying or refilling a regular MetroCard or asking MetroCard-related questions. Senior citizens and people with disabilities may apply for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard on the Bus. They will need photo ID and seniors must show proof of age (at least 65 years old).

The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful on-board staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available. EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Customers may also want to explore the EasyPay Reduced-Fare payment option. EasyPay lets customers link to their credit or debit card to their Reduced-Fare MetroCard so it refills automatically.

For more MetroCard information, please visit the MTA’s website at www.mta.info and click on Fares and Tolls.

A M essa ge fr om t h e C .S.O . Dep t : Hammering after 6 p.m., vacuuming after 9 p.m., music or TVs played very loudly at any hour, doors slamming constantly at all hours... these are just a few examples of what can disturb the peace of fellow cooperators.

Please, let’s work together to make Co-op City a peaceful community.

for your neighbor to enter and leave their vehicle) • Drivers shall be in compliance with the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York (this means that you must have a current inspection sticker, registration sticker and license plates on your vehicle inside the garage) • Drivers must not park in the designated Fire Zone areas of the garage (the affected Fire Zone spaces are located on the up and down ramps from the 2nd floor to roof ramps) indicated by signs on the adjacent wall.

We would also like to remind you of the following additional rules and regulations which are included in your Garage Agreement that you perhaps did not know: • Shareholders may not loan or reassign their Garage

Access Card to another person or transfer their Garage Sticker to another vehicle • Shareholders may not park their vehicle in another garage other than that which they were assigned to after 6 p.m. without authorization • Shareholders must maintain the cleanliness of their vehicle while parked in the garage • Vehicle repairs/washing are not permitted in the garages • If the shareholder violates any terms, covenants or conditions of the Garage Agreement, including payment of carrying charges, Riverbay Corporation reserves the right to terminate the agreement.

—R iver b a y P a r k in g Fa cilit ies Dep a r t m en t

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Zodiacs Track Club Happy New Year!!! Zodiacs were blessed with a great 2011 season. All would not have been possible without the community, local politicians, local newspapers, Riverbay Corporation, Truman High School, NY Road Runners, family and friends. We thank you and appreciate all of the support.

On Monday, December 26th, Zodiacs were closing out the 2011 season on a good note. We won many medals in the Armory Youth Holiday Classic.

Medals were given to the top 3 athletes in the event. The following athletes were in the top 3: Darius Gordon, 2 place in 1500m race and 2nd in the 800m. Adaria Reaves, 2 place in 55m and 3rd pl. in 200m. Taylor Douglas, 2 place in 200m.

Taje Nelson, 3rd place in 200m. Pearl Webster, 2nd, Shot Put. Kevin Mathis, 2nd in 55m and 2 pl in 200m. Giovanna Tolbert, 3rd in 800m. Julian Coley, 1st in 55m and 1st pl. in 200m.

Sub Bantam Girls 4x200 Meter Relay, 1st place were Adaria, Lisha, Jasmine and Desiree; Shem Spencer, 2nd pl. in 200m.

Midget Boys 4x200 Meter Relay, 1st

pl. were Taje, Darius, Taylor and Alix.

Bantam Boys 4x200 Meter Relay, 1st pl. were Jordan, Joseph, Kendal and Ralph.

Midget Girls 4x200 Meter Relay, 3rd pl. were Kayla, Olivia, Sukanya and Josephine. Intermediate Boys 4x200 Meter Relay, 2nd pl. were Kevin, Bobby, Keelan and Shem.

Zodiacs girls ended the 2011 season participating in the Colgate Women Games on a positive note. Many girls improved in their performance and are excited to compete in 2012. The Women Colgate Games is a 4-week competition, the top 12 girls in each division can choose 1 event to compete in the semi-finals. The top 6 girls from the semi-final will qualify to compete in Madison Square Garden. Points are generated throughout the competition. The following girls earned points in the Colgate Women Games, which will qualify them for the semi-finals. All others have 2 more weeks left to qualify. Adaria Reaves in the 55 meter race. Kendra Todd in the 55 and 200 meter race. Jaelah Eargle, Tori Peters, Shawneese Walker, Lisha S. McKenzie and Jasmyn Phillips in the 55 meter hur-

Zodiacs athletes sporting medals they won at the Armory Holiday Youth Classic.

dles; Pearl Webster in the Shot Put; Aaliyah Wajid in the 1500 meter run and Giovanna Tolbert in the 400 and 800 meter race. Congratulations, girls.

This weekend, the boys will be competing at Widener University Chester, PA. while the girls will be competing in week 3 of the Colgate Women Games.

If you have or know of any children

between the ages of 6 and 16 who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-6792060 or co-President Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196, email WATCLT@AOL. COM or visit our website ZODIACS TRACK.ORG. —W in st on Din k ins

NAACP, Co-op City Branch Sunday, January 1st was a day of celebration at the Co-op City Baptist Church. January 1st, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.

Although the document did not end slavery in the United States, it did make slavery and the keeping of people as slaves, illegal in most parts. For this historic program, joining branch and church members of our host church were honored special guests, including former NAACP branch president, Mrs. Elaine Steele; Riverbay Board President, Helen Atkins; Riverbay Board Director Reverend Dr. Calvin Owens, religious leader of the Co-op City Protestant Church; and Reverend Dr. Robert Smith, religious leader of the Church of the Savior. Reverend Dr. Sheldon Williams, leader of the Co-op City Baptist Church in his sermon, reminded us of the meaning of the Emancipation Proclamation and of the

work remaining. Reverend Dr. Robert Smith, leader of the Church of the Savior; Eva Lazaar, and Jermaine Antonetty read the Emancipation Proclamation. The Praise Dancers and the Church Mass Choir performed beautifully. Brother George Crouch spoke on the importance of joining the NAACP. Mr. James McQueen from the Co-op City Community Protestant Church led attendees in song, by singing, “This Little Light of Mine” and everyone joined in. In the end, all agreed that recognition of this date must continue. The attendance of Riverbay Board members, Mrs. Reva Jones and Mrs. Eleanor Bailey, is appreciated.

Room 28, Bartow Community Center is the location for the NEXT Executive Committee Meeting. Tuesday, January 10th at 2:30 p.m. is the time and date. The NEXT general meeting is on Tuesday, January 24th at 7 p.m. For the New Year,

members join committees NOW. Committees include: education, health, youth, membership, civic engagement and others. Each offers an opportunity to contribute to the NAACP community.

Contact the NAACP by mail, P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or phone 718-671-7856.

Visit the NAACP website: http://action.naacp.org/ or the New York State Branch website for news.

Community leaders, activists and artists will be leading meetings in 2012. They include Co-op City talent Mr. Daren Chambers; Gospel Comedian and Writer, Pat D’Gorge Walker (aka Sister Betty) and others.

The state branch says, “Your support of the NAACP will protect the rights of millions of voters in 2012”. Join the campaign to protect our voting rights

by becoming an NAACP member today: http://action.naacp.org/naacpmembership. The NAACP is instituting a 50 state, non-partisan electoral program. We’re mobilizing tens of thousands of volunteers, hundreds of state and regional conference branches, youth and college organizations to register new, eligible voters. New York laws could make it more difficult for significant portions of minority, young and elderly voters in New York to vote.

Your support is needed; become a member, then learn how YOU can help.

Please write P.O. Box# 75-3111, Einstein Loop Post Office to submit a tiding to be included in our press release.

This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves.

—E va L a z a a r

American Legion Post 1871 Our Post is located in the Section 5 Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office phone number is 718-320-8165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net.

Greetings to all of our comrades who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations. Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in January: Hector R. Rosado, Earl Smith, Hector M. Rosario-Flores, Julio Figueroa, Lowell A. James, Nehemiah Eutsey, Lenard Blasiovich, Jr. Rodney Goulding, Sr. Richard A. Shade, Roben O. McCann, Jr. and Thomas L. Gratison. If I have forgotten to include your name for your birthday, please let me know ASAP and I will include your

name in the next edition in the Co-op City Times.

For all our Post members, here is a list of the up and coming events for our Post members.

The next Executive meeting will take place on January 7 at 11 a.m. sharp on Saturday at Post 1871, Room 41. Upon your arrival, please turn off your cell phone, sign in and take a seat. There will be a Bronx County meeting on January 3rd, Tuesday, at Post 156 at 19:30 hours; Midwinter conference in Albany, NY from January 27, 28, and 29th. For any Post member who would like to attend this meeting, please contact the Post commander ASAP for information.

For all of our Post members who pay

their bills by e-mail, know you can pay your VA Hospital bill by e-mail by logging into www.pay.gov. At this site, you will be guided through the steps to pay your VA hospital bill or call 1-888 8274817.

The United States Army is testing new MRE items. The new additions are Asian pepper steak fry, Mexican-style chicken stew, au gratin potatoes, banana nut ranger bar, Multigrain snack bread, sour fruit-flavored pan-coated candy (skittles), and jalapeno cheddar tortilla-type filled crackers. I’m sure the Army will adopt some of these items to serve our troops.

At the last general meeting, all Post members who attended the meeting were

given application forms to join the American Legion to carry in their wallet so they can recruit a new veteran into our Post to increase our membership.

Raffles are on the way. I will have more information for you before the end of this month, so get ready to sell all that you can sell to family and friends. Post 1871 has baseball-caps, Post shirts, license plates and any other item that you may need as a member of the Post.

Are you ready to “HIRE A VETERAN” for 2012?

Age is a very high price to pay for maturity.

This information was brought to you by the Post 1871 information officer.

—R ich a r d I . L a wson , J r.

Debs Place Townhouse Association The next meeting of the Debs Place Townhouse Association will take place on January 12, Dreiser Community Center, Room 1, at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will

be served.

We hope that all of our members had a great Christmas and a greater New Year; looking forward to seeing at the January

12th meeting.

Association membership dues is $10 per family, per year. We’d like to wish a happy birthday to all our members who

have a birthday in January. Get well wishes are extended to our sick and shut-in Debs Place Townhouse members.

—R ich a r d I . L a wson , J r.

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Pentecostal Tabernacle The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship with them at 120 Bentley Pl., Building 24.

Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m.

Worship service starts at 11:30 a.m.

Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Bible study will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

FOCUS: God’s guidance preserves the soul and points the way to bring deliverance, integrity, and uprightness.

The meek will He guide in judgment and the meek will He teach His way.

All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant

and his testimonies.

What man is he who feareth the Lord?

Him shall he teach in the way what he shall choose. His soul shall dwell at ease, and his seed shall inherit the earth.

Psalm 25:9-10, 12-13.

A r equest for guida nce: To receive guidance we must be willing to follow the instruction of the Lord.

We must look Heaven ward, placing our trust and confidence in the only true God. Although God knows our needs before we ask him, he desires that we petition Him in prayer. By seeking God through prayer, we acknowledge our love and dependence upon a holy God who is able to meet all our needs.

When we are in distress, we often feel deserted by friends and family. David felt desolate and solitary; he had been forced to flee from King Saul leaving behind Jonathan, his dearest and most trusted friend, also his wife and family.

With no one to lean on but God, his sorrows caused him to become melancholy and troubled in mind and spirit. He desperately implored God to turn towards him in mercy. When we dwell on our troubles they seem to grow larger.

David experienced this feeling and poured out his soul unto God, therefore, we all have the same privilege to call on God for help and He will deliver us from all our troubles.

If you feel like all hopes are gone, and your friends have forsaken you, just look to the Lord; He will deliver you.

Let us keep our hearts clean and pure before God each day, and learn to love our enemies as the Lord told us in Matthew 5:44-45. But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.

That ye may be the children of your father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.

For further information, call (718) 3240334, or (718) 320-4218 or (718-213-1727 —Rev. R icha r d Sibblies

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing M AK E A NOT E The next meeting of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing will be on Monday, January 9, in Room 28 at the Bartow Community Center. Everyone is welcome to take part in our examination of issues affecting Co-op City and its cooperators.

A W I N F O R AF F OR DABI L I T Y At year end, the affordability of Co-op City housing scored a big win. The Riverbay Board voted down a resolution that would have advanced a referendum on whether to have a feasibility study on

privatization.

Opponents of privatization — the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing among them — have long maintained that there are numerous well-established reasons why privatization would be highly undesirable in Co-op City. The opponents have cited the significant cost of switching from shelter rent tax abatement to real estate property tax – even before the massive additional transfer tax now being tested in the courts became an issue. They draw attention to the threat privatization poses to Section 8 assis-

tance and to Senior Citizens Rent Exemption. And they point to the limited but valuable Mitchell-Lama protection we get from state oversight of large Riverbay contracts. Opponents of privatization also question the morality of turning a public investment in affordable housing for the many into private enrichment for the few.

F E ASI BL E F OR W HO M ?

Critics of privatization also contend that feasibility studies are prepared by bankers, lawyers, and real estate developers for whom affordability of housing is

not a prime motive, and that the studies these financial professionals come up with have frequently been rejected by the state attorney general.

Waves of privatization of many economic activities have seriously harmed the general economy, reducing employment, reducing wages, and forced many small businesses to go belly-up because of lack of customers. Privatization tempts the greedy. It’s senseless for the rest of us. Congratulations to the Board for not buying privatization!

—Sa b a st ia n Ula n ga

The deadline for submitting club articles is Mondays at 3 p.m.

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172.

C H UR C H SC HE DUL E Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

T HE F O L L OW I NG P RO G R AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L O OP NORT H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” - Every Friday (except 4th Friday) 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

OT H E R SC HE DUL E D E VE NT S: Sunday, January 11, 3:30 p.m. Observance of the 11th Annual Official Boards’ Day. Theme: “Working in the

House that God Built.” Our guest preacher will be Rev. Dr. Jesse T. Williams, Jr., Pastor, Convent Avenue Baptist Church, Harlem, NY. Friday, January 27th, 9:00 p.m. – Saturday, January 28th, 9:00 a.m. – Deacons’ Annual Overnight Prayer Service at Community Protestant. We invite you to join us for this unique worship experience which will enrich your life beyond measure.

Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Join CPC Tours for a visit to the Annual Philadelphia International Flower Show and Shopping Spree at Franklin Mills, PA. This year’s show features Hawaii: Islands of the Aloha. From towering waterfalls and waves of orchids, to glowing volcanoes and serene sunsets, the 2012 Flower Show is an immersion in the dramatic landscapes and tranquil spirit of Hawaii.

Remember to check out the Reading Terminal Market across the street from the Convention Center. Tickets: $60.

For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182 Wednesday, April 18, CPC Tours invites to a Matinee performance of the Crossroads Theater Company presentation of “The Last Five Years” in New Brunswick, NJ. A

2002 Drama Desk Award Winner for Best Music and Best Lyrics, this engaging musical is a cleverly crafted romantic love story. After the performance, enjoy an “All-YouCan-Eat” Buffet Luncheon. Tickets: $79. For reservations and/or additional information, call CPC tours at (718) 671-1182.

T h e Wom en ’s G u ild ’s FANTAST I C 17-DAY AM E R I C A T HE BE AUT I F UL …W E ST T O UR - June 26-July 12. Tour includes: round-trip transportation by Amtrak Rail and deluxe motorcoach; reclining coach seat with leg rest or private roomette sleeping accommodation; first class hotel accommodations; 19 meals; sightseeing at the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and Salt Lake City. For additional information, call (718) 671-5961; (718) 320-1435; (718) 7983337, or (718) 320-2608.

The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing.

—Evan G. Mitchell

Co-op City Seventh Day Adventist Church Inspiration comes through forgiveness. A newness of life overtakes one upon forgiving and being forgiven. Like shackles to the ankles are thoughts of anger and hate. All aspects of life are adversely affected when anger and hate dwells in the heart.

At the start of this New Year, it may be a good idea to let go of anger, distrust, malice and strife that is surely impeding. Formulating any plans for a bright and healthy future must first begin deep inside. Doing so is easier than it seems on the surface. The first act is to recognize that to be forgiven is to forgive. As in, “So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart,” Matt 18:35 English Standard Version ESV. Heartfelt forgiveness carries the benefits of freeing the heart to pursue other interests and is available to everyone in every circumstance, including self. Say to Joseph, “Please forgive the transgression of your brothers and their sin, because they did evil to you.” Genesis 50:17 (ESV) There will always be occasions to retaliate the wrong

done to one, but letting it go can be freeing. Case in point, David’s forgiveness of Saul’s eager attempts to kill him, 1 Samuel 24:10-12. Evidently, it takes great resolve to be angry without sinning but it need not be impossible. We are told in Exodus 34:6 ESV “The LORD, the LORD, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness...” If we would be like Him then we must follow His lead in all matters.

C o-op C it y SDA Bet t er L ivin g H ea lt h & F it ness E d uca t ion C en t er • Children’s Exercise Program, Sundays, 11:00—12:00 p.m.; Free • Adult Exercise Program, Sundays, 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m.; Free NYC Wa lk er s for Welln ess – walk around Co-op City with this group a distance of about 3 miles on. Keep walking and receive your very own pedometer and tee:Sunday mornings, 7:00 a.m.; Free Wednesday afternoons; Free We h ave a n a ct ive Disa bilities M inist r y. Our church

is designed with the disabled in mind. Please ask us about disabilities fact sheets featuring information for children and adults. Please tell us how we may best accommodate your needs.

Br ea d M inist r y…Pick up on Saturdays (2:30—3:30 p.m.) Please take one for a neighbor.

Week ly Wed n esd a y P r a yer meet in g @ 7:30 p.m.

Sa t u r d a y: Sabbath Worship Services, 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Afternoon Bible Studies, 3:00 p.m.

Adventist Youth program, 5:00 p.m.

A pot luck luncheon is usually served after services on Sabbath in our fellowship hall. Please join us.

The Co-op City SDA Church is located at 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518. You can reach us on the web at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org.

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10 New King James Version (NKJV) —C her yl C . Silver a

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@ hotmail.com.

This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other.

C om in g E ven t s: We continue to look forward to Wednesdays when we happily attend our crochet class at 1 p.m. We have a wonderful teacher, Linda Werner, who will teach you with a lot of patience. It’s great exercise for arthritic fingers. It’s a challenge, and gratifying. Surprise someone with a hand-made gift. Try it! I’m sure that it will be greatly appreciated.

Building 30 Association meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 11. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the meeting starts promptly at 7:30 p.m.

Pokeno is scheduled for Friday, January 13 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your nickels. We play in the Bldg. 30 Assn. Room on the “B” side. Have a fun evening.

Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Make a difference!!

G ood & Welfa r e: Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather. If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day.

SEE YOU SOON. —M ir ia m E . Ber lofsk y

Family Owned and Operated • Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

• Casket Showroom on premises

• Cremations

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

All areas are handicapped accessible

Personalized & Professional Care • 46 Years Serving Our Community Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

Fax: 718-231-7665 NOW WEBCASTING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ABROAD

www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

Serving all cultures & faiths

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Faith @ Work Christian Church Meeting at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center, Room 8, 9:30 a.m.

(Sundays).

Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Week ly Wor ship E xper ien ces: 5:30 p.m.—Thursdays Praise Team Rehearsal 6:30 p.m.—Thursday Bible Study Sunday morning worship—9:30 a.m.

Youth Church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays.

C h u r c h M ot t o: “We are ChristCentered, Family-Focused with Power and Authority.”

C h u r ch M ission : To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The family of the late David Robert Palmore extend to the Co-op City community our heartfelt thanks to everyone for the outpouring of love, care and concern during our difficult time of sorrow.

Please visit our website at www.churchofthenewvision.com.

Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian

love and friendly hospitality.

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people.

Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of P r ogr a m s a n d E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Come worship with us—where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it!

6t h Ann u a l M om ’s Da y of P r a yer : January 21, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Our theme this year is “Praying for Our Children in Advance” (Job 1:5). Minister Candace C. Coleman of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Newark, New Jersey. All are welcome. This is a free event and a lite brunch will be served.

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes!

(Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments.

Remember, it’s never about us but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—P a st or Deb or a h

Church of the New Vision

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m.

Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m.

Pack your bags! The Scholarship Ministry invites you to hit the high seas again. They will be sailing on the Carnival Miracle leaving from New York City on Monday, July 9, sailing to San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas and Grand Turk.

A deposit of $150 is due immediately. For additional information, call 718-3790541, 718-671-7507 or the church at 718320-3774.

Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.PrincipleCentered Living.com or www.RevDrSheldonEWilliams.com.

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, bible study and fellowship.

We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

The Co-op City Baptist Church family wishes the Co-op City community a happy, healthy and blessed New Year.

—Ha tt ie L . L u ca s

Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month.

Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month.

Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month.

Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month.

Singles’ Ministry meets every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m.

Kids For Christ Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:00 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from noon to 1:00 p.m.

We invite everyone to join us on

Saturday, January 7th at 3:00 p.m. as we celebrate the opening of our new church home at 115 Einstein Loop, Section 5.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners.

Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NV 10475; Telephone: (718) 6118746 or (718) 320-0409.

—C a r ole H a q ue

Baychester Visual Arts Association BVA would like to wish you a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!

If you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is the time to avail yourself of this opportunity to get expert instruction at a very low cost. Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist, is the instructor for classes given on Tuesdays.

Art classes are held on Tuesdays, with 2 sessions to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10 classes is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who take advantage of this

opportunity. As of Saturday, November 19, we have added a Saturday class from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m.

Ms. Massenburg is the instructor and an accomplished artist who was granted an A.S. Diploma from the Parsons School of Design and honed and expanded her artistic skills in numerous media, namely oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, charcoal, pen and ink, etc.

For more information about our classes, please call Mr. Groves at 201-8620847 or K. Klaus at 718-379-6074.

Science is for the body, but art is for the soul.

—Sylvia L och a nsky

No Co-op City Times? Call 646.479.1041; Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm.

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

C O-O P CI TY BA PTI ST C HUR C H

1659 EAST GUN HILL ROAD BRONX, NY 10469

135 EINSTEIN LOOP (Section 5) • Rooms 50-51 Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams, Pastor

REV., DR. CALVIN E. OWENS, PASTOR CHURCH (718) 862-9172 OFFICE (718) 862-9179

An interdenominational Church of love and understanding, consisting of people of many faiths, races and cultural backgrounds, seeking to live the spirit of Christ with relevance.

CHURCH SCHEDULE WEEKLY: CHURCH SCHOOL - SUNDAY, 9:00 a.m.

WORSHIP SERVICE: SUNDAY, 11:00 a.m.

BIBLE CLASS & PRAYER MEETING - WEDNESDAY, 7:30 p.m.

MONTHLY: COMMUNION - 1 AND 3 ST

ALL ARE WELCOME!

RD

SUNDAYS

(718) 320-3774 • Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.

• Sunday Worship Services – 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

• Midweek Worship – Wednesday @ 12 Noon • Bible Class – Wednesday @ 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

• Prayer Service – Friday @ Noon & 7:30 p.m.

COMMUNION SERVICE EVERY FIRST SUNDAY. YOUTH DAY EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY. ALL ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP WITH US.

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser Crochet and Knitting

Library

10 am-12 pm, Rm. 7

9:30am – 1 pm, Rm. 49

Bingo – 11:00 am,

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 am

Room 31

Dominoes 2:00 pm, Room 25

Word Games 9:30 am – 11:00 am, Rm. 31

Card Games 2:00 pm –

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 am, Rm. 49 Bingo 11:00am, Rm. 31

–10:30 am, Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise 10 am, Rm. 2

Mind Teasers

Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill, 2 – 4 pm,

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

Rm. 45

Afternoon Movie

2 pm – 3 pm, Rm. 2 2 – 4 pm, Rm. 7

Current Events: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive: 10:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1:30-2:30 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominos: 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Wed., January 11

Stay Well Exercise: 10 a.m., Room 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games: 9:30 a.m.

– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Wed., 9–10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

Thurs., January 12

Card Games: 2:30 - 4 p.m., Rm. 25

Library: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session: 9:30 a.m.1 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2:30-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Movie Madness: 9:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing: 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing: 10-11 a.m., Rm. 31 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Matinee Movie w/ George: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., Computer lab Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: 9:30–11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi: 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga: 1st, 2nd and last Wed, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise: 10 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing: 3rd & 4th Thurs. 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Belly Dancing: 12:30-1 p.m., Aud. A Handi-Flex: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Drama:1:30-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Piano Sing Along: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49 Blood Pressure: 2nd and 4th Friday, 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., Jan. 9

Orange/pineapple juice Turkey burger Mashed potato Peas and carrots

Baked chicken thigh Whole grain penne pasta w/garlic Oriental blend

Whole wheat bread Diced pears

Tues., Jan. 10

Apple juice Chicken Cantonese Fried rice French beans

Breaded tilapia Lima beans Carrots

Rye bread Apricot halves

Wed., Jan. 11

Orange juice Swedish meatballs Whole wheat spaghetti Broccoli florets

Meat loaf w/gravy Spinach Mashed potato

Whole wheat bread Banana

Thurs., Jan. 12

Baked turkey wings Fresh yams Italian blend

Chicken legs Baked potato Mixed vegetables

Rye bread Orange

Fri., Jan. 13

Pineapple juice Fish cakes Steak fries Kale

Pork loin Stew beans w/rice Avocado salad

Whole wheat bread Apple

12 pm – 1 pm, Rm. 7

4:00 pm, Room 25

Fri., January 13

Tues., January 10

Mon., January 9

Library 9:30 am -1:00 pm, Rm. 31

Date:

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to change without notice*

We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch.

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

1st Monday: 1st Mondays: Fridays Tuesdays

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart Swimming Bowling

$5 $12 $3 $12.50

Bartow Dreiser 1 p.m. 1:15 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m.

1:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

11 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

Einstein 1:30 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

11:15 a.m.

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

Upcoming Events/Trips E M P I RE CI T Y CASINO: $3 - IF your name is on the list, your payment MUST be made by the Friday prior to the trip. Trip includes round transportation and boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m.; Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m.

Effective JANUARY, 2012, we will be going to the Empire Casino on a monthly basis. The new dates are as follows: Wednesday, January 18th, February 15th and March 15th.

Friday, January 13th and Friday, January 20th -- SWIMMING. WAL -M ART – Monday, January 9 $13 – trip includes boxed lunch and transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser – 8:45 a.m., Einstein – 9:00 a.m.

CE NT R AL AVE NUE – Wednesday, January 11th - XMAS Tree Store, Trader Joe’s & Amazing Savings; $13. Trip includes boxed lunch and transportation.

Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m., Dreiser - 9:15 a.m., Einstein - 9:30 a.m.

AI L E Y I I – Thursday, January 19th - $7 – Come join us to see a wonderful performance of AILEY II at HOSTOS Center for the Arts – Show time is 12:15 p.m. – Boxed lunch and transportation included.

Pick–ups: Bartow – 10:00 a.m., Dreiser – 10:15 a.m. and Einstein – 10.30 a.m. SOLD OUT! WAIT LIST ONLY! PAL I SADE S M AL L – Monday, January 23. $10. Trip includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m., Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. and Einstein - 9:30 a.m.

M E DIE VAL T IM E S – Friday, January 27 - $40. Come and experience a traditional feast and jousting tournament set inside a beautiful 11th century style castle - $40 includes round trip transportation, meal & show. Pick-ups: Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Dreiser - 8:45 a.m. and Einstein - 9:00 a.m. Flyers will be posted in the senior centers. (Only 20 seat available). SOLD OUT WAIT LIST ONLY!!

J E R SE Y G AR DE NS—Monday, January 30. $10. Trip includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m., Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. and Einstein 9:30 a.m.

55+ UNIT E D STAT E S VET ERANS R O U ND TA B L E D I S C U S S I O N G ROUP. Friday, January 20, 10:30 a.m.,

Room 25, Bartow Community Center.

WEIGHT M A N AG E M E N T SUP P O RT G RO UP. Mondays, 10:00 a.m., Bartow Avenue, Room 25.

CARE G IVE R SUP P ORT G RO UP A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31 from 1-2 p.m. The next sessions are Tuesday, January 10, and January 24.

The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP P O RT /SO C I ALIZ AT IO N GROUP – Effective Friday, January 6, the disability support group has resumed. The group will meet every 1st Friday of the month.

DI ABE T I C SUP P O RT G RO UP Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support Group’s goals are too keep you informed and motivated on how to stay healthy. The group meets every last Monday of the month at 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 7, from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, January 30. For more information and to register, please contact Chidinma Ezihe, 718-6712090 (Ext. 3011) or Rosella Stone, 718320-2066 (Ext. 2003).

SE NI O R C E NT E R F I E L D T R I P P ERM I SSIO N SL IP – Effective immediately, all senior center participants are required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. If you are paying for someone to go on the trip, you must make sure that they bring the form with them on the day of the trip. All forms must be filled out prior to going on the trip; No exceptions.

BLO OD P R ESSURE – Locations and schedule – 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10 a.m. – 11-30 a.m. 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Bartow Avenue. 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m., 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSES ASSOCIATIONS Coalition of Affordable Housing: “Meeting” Mon., 1/9; 7:30 pm (Bartow Room #28) Debs Place Association: “Meeting” Thurs., 1/12; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Defoe Place Association: Meeting” Wed., 1/11; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1)

CULTURE & ARTS The Drammeh Institute: “Meeting” Thurs., 1/12; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10)

EDUCATION African American Association: “Business Education Classes” Wed., 1/11; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

Black Forum of Co-op City: “Defensive Drivers Course” Sat., 1/14; 9:00 am (Dreiser Room #1)

FRATERNAL Co-op City NAACP Branch: “Meeting” Tues., 1/10; 2:30 pm (Bartow Room #28)

HOBBIES Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Game” Wed., 1/11; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9) African American Association: “Belly Dance” Mon., 1/9; 7:00 pm “Yoga/Pilates” Tues., 1/10; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church: “Bible Study” Tues., 1/10; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 1/15; 9:30 am (Einstein Room #38) Faith @ Work Christian Church: “Bible Study” Thurs., 1/12; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #8) “Youth Ministry” Fri., 1/13; 3:30 pm (Dreiser Room #10) “Worship Service” Sun., 1/15; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room #8) Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: “Bible Study” Sun., 1/15; 10:00 am (Einstein Rm #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: “Bible Study” Wed., 1/11; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10), “Worship Service” Sun., 1/15; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #9) Circle of Christ: “Children’s Bible Study” Sun., 1/15; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room # 2 Greater Love Cathedral Baptist Church: “Bible Study” Wed., 1/11; 6:30 pm (Dreiser Room #8) “Worship Service” Sun., 1/15; 3:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Mount Calvary Baptist Church: “Bible Study” Thurs., 1/12; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

SCOUTS Greater New York Girl Scouts: “Meeting” Fri., 1/13; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Rooms # 1, 2,

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : HAPPY NEW YEAR! One & All…The first meeting of the New Year is scheduled for MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A”.

RE MI NDE R: Make one of your New Year’s Resolutions to join AARP Peachtree Chapter #4997. This will put you in the know of what’s going on in New York City, Albany, and Washington (DC) in relation to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid and other issues affecting the elderly, retired, or disabled persons. All are welcomed to join us…

MI SSI NG YOU – Rocco Iacovelli… … who has moved w/his daughter to get well!! We will keep in touch.

NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493.

2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S April 23-24 – “JONAH” – experience the mighty storm at sea that breaks apart an enormous ship; peer into the underwater world & see the giant fish swallow up God’s misguided Prophet Jonah — at the Millennium Theater in Lancaster (PA) – trip includes: a stop in Bethlehem (PA) known as the “Christmas City”; visit the Sands Casino ($35 Casino Bonus) — current photo ID or passport required; lodging at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading; wine & cheese reception w/a

sit-down dinner and live Musical Comedy Show; 2nd day hot breakfast buffet; visit an Amish quilt shop, cannery & Kitchen Kettle gift shops; w/reserved seats at the Millennium Theater for “JONAH”; stop for dinner on the way home…$281/person double; $331 – single; Trip insurance - $14/each – double; $29/single; call Jean, 718-379-3742, for registration info. – there’s room available.

May 22 – New York Botanical Gardens, presenting Monet’s Gardens: Impressions of Giverny, France – admission & guided Docent Tour of Monet’s Garden Exhibit; plus 4-hour casino stay at Empire City Casino (including casino package of the day) - $75/person - contact Daisy – 718-671-3241.

June 1–11 (11 days/10 nights) – Mount Rushmore, the Badlands & Black Hills of South Dakota – trip includes 10 nights lodging (w/4 consecutive nights in South Dakota); 10 breakfasts/8 dinners; visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial; tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park; admission to the Unique Journey Museum; guided tour of Deadwood, plus gaming at a Deadwood Casino; visit the Crazy Horse Memorial; & visit the Badlands National Park & much more…$905/double; $1265/single; $885/triple; trip insurance available upon request – contact Jean – 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Einstein Cancer Fund

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SENIORS J.A.S.A. Senior Luncheon: Mon., - Fri., 1/9; - 1/13; 9:00 am (Bartow Room #31, Dreiser Room #4 and Einstein Room #49) A.A.R.P. Peachtree Chapter 4997: “Meeting” Mon., 1/9; 11:00 am (Dreiser Aud. A)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 1/10; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

Williamsbridge Club: “Meeting” Fri., 1/13; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #8)

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Library CLOSED Monday, January 16, 2012 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day UPCOMING EVENTS Adult Book Discussion/BLA Meeting - Thursday, 1/12, 1:30 p.m. “The Painted Drum” KIDS Program - “Spin, Pop, Boom” - Saturday, 1/21, 11:00 a.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Every Monday @ 3:30 p.m.

Tween Time - Every Tuesday @ 3:30 p.m. (Not 1/31) Teens TAG - Every Tuesday @ 4 p.m. (Manga Drawing Workshop w/Ivan Velez) Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 p.m.

Teen Book Café - Every Wednesday @ 4 p.m.

Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m. (1/12 @ 3:30 p.m.)

Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Film - Every Saturday, 2:00 p.m.

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475

Reminder — Tuesday, January 10th, Showboat Casino. Cost per person, $30, with a casino $30 slot play. Time of pickup is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Please bring a valid photo I.D. and your casino card At this time, we have not made arrangements as to which casino we will be going to. We are also looking into two trips aside from the casinos. One will be in May to see “ Jonah” and the second will be on October 27th for a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, “Oh What a Night.”

The show will be a Foxwoods casino; the cost for this show will be $60 which covers

bus transportation, show, tickets and you will be getting a free buffet or $10 food voucher and a $10 Keno play. Please let us know as soon as possible for the Foxwoods show. Tickets must be ordered in advance due to the popularity of the show. More details will follow on all of the above.

For the above, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958, or Lydia at 718-671-3005.

It is with deep sorrow and condolences to Carla Zeaman on the passing of her beloved husband Phillip Zeaman. Carla you are in our prayers and may you know of no more sorrows.

—Lyd ia R u a s

Goose Island Seniors Happy birthday or happy anniversary to all those who celebrate in the month of January.

Wednesday, January 4, Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2.

Refreshments served.

Our next Casino trip will be Tuesday, February 28. Going to SANDS CASINO IN BETHLEHEM, PA. Price is $30. Rebate will follow. Pick-up time is 8:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser LOOP. WE ARE STILL HAVING OUR GARAGE SALE IN ROOM 39 at 10:30

a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Your yearly dues is still $12 for year.

With great sorrow is the passing of our member CARLA ZEMAN’s husband Phil who passed away in December. Our deepest sympathy and condolences is sent to the family!

For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Center, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call 718379-9613. You can also call Mary in the evening at 718-379-4899.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Ma r y Pilla

Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5.

Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue There is an appropriate story about the young boy who once called up the local druggist to ask if he needed a delivery boy. The druggist said that he didn’t because he already had one.

“Well,” continued the boy over the telephone, “are you satisfied with him?”

“Quite satisfied,” answered the druggist. “Would you perhaps want an even better errand boy?” persisted the young voice. “No,” replied the druggist. “I am perfectly satisfied with the boy I have.

Do you want a job?” “No,” replied the boy. “I have a job. I am your delivery boy. I was just checking up on myself.”

Periodically, we must check up on ourselves. Let us do so with honesty, with forthrightness, with courage.

Where we have wronged, let us right ourselves. Where we have done right, let us ennoble ourselves.

We do this as individuals, we do this as a community. For we are an responsible for one another.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m.

Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome.

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services start

at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 6712300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B-120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number) 1-718-3796920.

Not e : Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, we are here from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, January 13, is before 4:32 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, January 7at 5:29 p.m.

We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos.

Mincha services on Saturday, January 7 followed by Musaf around 12 noon.

The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship.

C om in g E ven t s: Saturday, January 7-The Torah lecture/Sermon will take place at 10 a.m.

Also, we will recite Mi-she-baeirachs.

We will start Torah reading about 10:30 a.m. Note**The meaning of Mi-shebaeirachs is to pray to G-d for his help to heal the infirmed and those in distress.

The parsha is “Veyechi.” The Rabbi’s class commences at 4:15 p.m. during Shalosh Seudos and an End of the Year gathering. Shabbat ends at 5:29 p.m.

Thursday, January Tenth is the Fast of Tevet which begins at 6:07 a.m. and ends at 5:11 p.m. This is the shortest the shortest fast of the year.

Sunday, January 15, at 1:00 p.m. Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3/person and includes snacks and refreshments.

Sunday, January 22, 2012 at 1:00 PMThe Synagogue sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. Cost is $3.00/person and imcludes refreshments and admission.

Please come down!

G ood a n d Welfa r e: Come on down to the synagogue to purchase kosher wine.

Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information, you can call Mimi at 1-347-4274526 and we can accommodate you.

We all have Esther in our prayers for a speedy recovery and await your return.

We miss your lovely smile.

Sincere condolences to Carla Zeman on the passing of her beloved husband, Phil, and also to Albert Abel on the passing of his brother, Irving.

May they know no more sorrow.

P lea se! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you.

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsk y —M

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 320-0844. All are welcomed.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m., Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. and the Young Adults meet on Friday at 6:30 p.m.

P.S.: All groups, except the choir, are

presently on break and will resume during the 2nd week of this month.

Looking forward to welcoming you at service on Sunday, January 8, at 9:00 a.m.

F u n d r a isin g E ven t: Raffle tickets for our annual Valentine’s Day Drawing on February 14 are now available for sale. 1st Prize: $300; 2nd Prize: $150 and 3rd Prize: $50. Please call the church at 718-3200844 for more information.

“Happy are they who dwell in your house! *they will always be praising you.”

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Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Inc., HQ Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house!

Reflecting on God’s faithfulness in the past brings hope for the future.

P sa lm s 40: 1-5 sa ys: 1 I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry.

2 He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps.

3 He has put a new song in my mouthpraise to our God; many will see it and fear, and will trust in the Lord.

4 Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust, and does not respect the

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5 Many, O Lord my God, are your wonderful works which you have done; and your thoughts toward us cannot be recounted to You in order; if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.

I nvit a t ions: Every Sunday, I offer a class for Sunday School at 10 a.m. followed by Worship Service at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship,

we serve Holy Communion. Pastor Vernon Little’s album ‘A New Beginning’ is available now on iTunes, Amazon, etc.

We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Merry Christmas to all! Jesus loves you, and so do we.

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P&R APPLIANCE SERVICE

Ser vice C h a r ge on ly $24.95

• Washers • Dryers • Stoves plus 10% off any repair Senior • Refrigerators Citizen Discount • Dishwashers

Licensed & Bonded Cleaning Service — Our staff are expertly trained with the utmost professionalism. We use the highest quality environmental safe green products. We do residential checklist and service agreement to ensure your satisfaction.

Kitchen: Wash, Dry & Store Dishes • Clean Appliances • Cabinets • Tables & Chairs • Sanitize & Scrubs • Sinks & Back Splash

Vacuums FREE Pick-up and Delivery!

1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

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VACUUM

SALES & SERVICE SERVICES

•

SERVICES

718-829-9090 Bags, Belts & Filters 1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

EMERGENCY SERVICE

(except vacuums)

718.792.2655 10/22/12

Refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers. Free service call with repairs.

LET US SERVE YOU!

(718) 379-8782

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DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR • 1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700 3/31

EMERGENCY SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS VACUUM CLEANERS and more NYC License #1233497

718.792.2655 LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person

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A BEE RAG SERVICE, INC.

For prompt service call:

$20 OFF

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION NEW WINDOWS?

Cleaning Service

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR

10/22/12

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Call Anytime • Seven Days/Week • “When You See Me, You’ll Know Me!”

Appliances Repair

NYC License #1233497

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All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

Removal & Re-installation of any types of Blinds Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town!

Repair Closet Doors and much more!

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

Call 718.792.2655

718.496.7286

NEW STYLE BLINDS

Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers • Refrigerators • Vacuum Cleaners and more 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums and lamps)

Ms. Jackson

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

Call:

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE

• ALL MAKES & MODELS

For More Information, Call

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Blinds

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

• Clean • Nightstands • Mirrors • Dressers • Lamps & Under Bed • Dust & Vacuum • Doors • Blinds • Lamps • Furniture • Wash Floors • All Bed Linen Changed Bathrooms: Disinfect Showers • Vanities • Mirrors • Sink & Toilets • Wash & Scrub Floors

Call For FREE Estimates — Seniors Will Receive Discounted Rate!

Free Pick up & Delivery

Appliances Repair

JACKSON CLEANING SERVICE

10/22/12

• Cleaning Service(s): Weekly, Carpet, Wall, Upholstery, Snow Removal.

• Interior Renovation(s): Painting, Floors, Windows, Sheetrock, Carpet Removal & Installation, Wall Paper Removal & Installation.

• Personal Service(s): Party Planner, House Sitter, Cook, Personal Shopper.

We are the R.A.G.S. that wipe away Dust.

718-798-4259 • Sales@abrags.org

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www.abeeragservice.org to see a list of most of our services.

New Pa la ce C lea n in g Ser vices We do all the work and you get all the credit

718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com Hou se C lea n in g $60-$75 for 3-hrs of General/Heavy duty cleaning $15-$20 each additional hour Labor ONLY/ supplies NOT included W in d ow Wa sh in g $5 per window/ WITHOUT Guards $7 per window/ WITH Guards 5 window minimum charge. Screen washing $2/screen.

H ou se P a in t in g Prices start at $150 per room 2 coats - 1 color/ FREE ESTIMATES Scraping, spackling, etc. additional fees 2/25/12 Labor ONLY/ paint NOT included. www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

Cleaning Service

SPOONERS DOMESTIC SERVICE

1/29 • 4 Hour Minimum • General Cleaning — $72 + tax • Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax • Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

www.spoonercleaning.com Call

(718) 320-5112 Cleaning Service - Windows

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

1-203-482-6337

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CLASSIFIEDS

Co-op City Times • cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

Cleaning Service - Windows

Home Improvement

Painting Services

New P a la ce W in d ow Wa sh in g Ser vice

1-800-479-2667

A-1 PAINTING PLUS

We do all the work and you get all the credit 718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com

JASON LASH

W in d ow Wa sh in g $5 per window/ WITHOUT Guards $7 per window/ WITH Guards 5 window minimum charge.

Screen washing $2 extra per screen.

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• VERTICAL BLINDS • MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

CUSTOM COLOR

WE SAVE YOU MONEY!

• RANGE HOODS • LIGHT FIXTURES • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING • COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS 1/28

www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

Bathroom $74.95 • Kitchen $99 & up • Floor Service • Wallpaper, Panel, Carpet Removal • Blinds, Doors & Kitchen Cabinets Repaired

FREE!

Call Bill

ESTIMATE!

718.320.5270 1/28

Laundry Service Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

Access Computer Consultants

Ab e’s P ick u p a n d Deliver y L a u n d r om a t 3374 C or sa Ave. Bx 10469

Service • Repair • Instruction

347-792-4061 We p ick u p , clea n a n d fold for 80¢/lb.

Sa m e Da y t o Next Da y Wa sh a n d Deliver 1/7/12 is O u r Bu sin ess!

New P a la ce H ou se P a in t in g Ser vice We do all the work and you get all the credit 718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com H ou se P a in t in g Prices start at $150 per room 2 coats - 1 color/ FREE ESTIMATES Scraping, spackling, etc. additional fees Labor ONLY/ paint NOT included.

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www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

Slipcovers Locksmith

Call (718) 473-0772 Free Telephone Consultation $25/Hour Field Service Professional, Knowledgeable and Courteous Service

24-Hours a day / 7 days a week

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Dataway Computers, Inc. Networking, Maintenance, Repair

$40 Field Service MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

FREE Phone Consultation

646-326-2676

FAMILY LOCKSMITH Licensed and Bonded

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

Medco • MultiLock • Wilson High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, 3/10/12 You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

Call: Ava ila ble: Au th en t ic Up gr a de Vist a to W in dows 7

Visit Us: www.dattaway.com • F r ee Internet Phone Service • K eep Your Current Phone Number • Why Pay Over $300 An n u a lly?

Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

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Coaching and Counseling

Moving

R O N ’S Trucking Corp.

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Floors

M & M FLOORS

Hardwood floors installed - Sanding & Refinishing. Polyurethane, Fabulon & Moisture Cure Finishes. Staining in all colors. Free estimates.

10% Co-op City resident discount.

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

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914.

423.

1773

MOVING Low Low Rates Residential/Commercial Local & Long Distance NO Extra Charge for Stairs, Weekends or Holidays.

FREE Mattress Covers Flat Rate/Free Estimates NYSDOT #T-35528 USDOT #1060058

RUBBISH REMOVAL Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Appliances ✔ Furniture ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

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(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS LOW, LOW PRICES

ALL STATE DECORATORS 1/28

Telephone Jacks

TELEPHONE JACKS Installation/Repairs • Business & Residential

$75

FIRST JACK

Verizon Trained - 28 years

917-482-5135

• CAT 5-Wiring • No Dial Tone • Static On Line • Hum On Line Repairs, TimeWarner, Cablevision, Verizon 1/28 Upholstery/Blinds

REUPHOLSTERING

Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience. Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up: Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

STYLISH DECORATORS 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

718.881.7691

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Advertise in the Co-op City Times Classifieds! Call 718320-3300, x3380 for our affordable rates!

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AUTO DIAGNOSTIC CENTER

NYS DIESEL INSPECTION STATION

THE ONLY ORIGINAL BEAR IN THE BRONX 2180 WEBSTER AVE. (at 182 St.)

NO EXPIRATION ON SALE PRICES! TOWING AVAILABLE! NEW VEHICLE WARRANTY SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

OIL CHANGE SPECIAL

12

$

95

*Tune Up *PCV Valve *Cooling System *Antifreeze & Service *Tire Rotation *Clean & Adjust Brakes

*New Spark Plugs *Air Filter *Adjust Idle & Timing *Oil Change & Filter *Transmission Service *Repack Wheel Bearing

159

$

UP to 5 quarts of CASTROL Motor Oil •

Premium Oil Filter • Lubrication • FREE Front

99

(718) 365-5300 MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY: 8 AM - 3 PM

CAR CARE PACKAGE • • • • •

Spark Plug Replacement Oil Change & Filter • 4 Tire Rotation Drain & Fill Radiator w/up to 1 gal. anti-freeze Check Thermostat Complete Vehicle Inspection 6 CYL. ADD $10 • 8 CYL. ADD $20

*Parts Included

$

Most American cars (6 cyl. & 8 cyl. slightly higher)

End & Brake Checks • FREE Tire Rotation

MOST AMERICAN CARS • WITH AD

COMPUTERIZED WHEEL ALIGNMENT

29

$

Service on Limos & Oversized Vehicles Now Available

95

Most Cars

BRAKE SPECIAL DISC or DRUM Replace pads and/or shoes (semimetallic pads extra). Cut drums or rotors. Repack wheel bearings, inspect hydraulic system. Add fluid if necessary, road test.

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$

95

Front or Rear Brakes Most Cars

AXLE

9995

$

COMPLETE CV AXLE INSTALLED MOST CARS

SPECIAL

WINTER SPECIAL

TIRE SAVER PACKAGE Includes: Wheel Alignment Balance Tires

FREE 21 point

vehicle inspection

39

$

99

Most U.S. Cars. Alloy & oversized wheels additional. Up to 24” wheels.

State of The Art Hi-Speed ELECTRONIC Wheel-Balance IGNITION TUNE-UP

24

$

95

Most Cars

Custom and oversize wheels slightly higher

RADIATOR $ 95 29 FLUSH Replace with up to 1 gal.

Anti-freeze • Check Belts, Hoses, Clamps, Thermostat MOST CARS

WE ARE AUTHORIZED GE CAPITAL • PHH • ARI DEALERS.

29 $ 3499 $ 99 39 $

95

4 cyl

6 cyl

8 cyl

• New Spark Plugs • Adjust Timing & Carb when needed • Inspect Emission Control • Inspect Cables & Hoses • Most American Cars • Foreign Plugs Extra

WE HONOR ALL EXTENDED WARRANTY PLANS.

NYS INSPECTION STATION

9

599595

Most Cars

COMPUTERIZED ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC “Check Engine Lights”

$

29

95

Most U.S. Cars

TRANSMISSION TUNE-UP Includes: Changing Fluid, New Pan Gasket, Clean Screen, Adjust Band if Necessary

$

3495

Most Cars

FUEL INJECTION CLEANING

DON’T DAMAGE YOUR SENSITIVE INJECTORS, PROTECT THEM FOR:

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$

95

Most Cars

WE DIAGNOSE & REPAIR: • CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS • ELECTRICAL SHORTS. WE NOW SERVICE LARGE VEHICLES: STRETCH LIMOS, TRUCKS, VANS, SPOILERS, FOG LIGHTS, CUSTOM ACCESSORIES, XENON HEADLIGHTS, NEON LIGHTING and CLEAR TAIL LIGHTS.