Co-op City Times 01/17/09 by Co-op City Times

See Page 6 for Riverbay Office Closings next week

Vol. 45 No. 3

Saturday, January 17, 2009

DHCR agrees to 6% carrying charge increase in February; 5% for 2010 BY BILL STUTTIG Perhaps heeding dozens of shareholders and Riverbay representatives who argued last week that carrying charge increases beyond the projected necessary 6% increase for this year would place an unfair burden on residents here already struggling with an economy in recession, the Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) agreed to order a 6% carrying charge increase beginning on February 1, 2009 and another 5% increase for February 1st, 2010. The Riverbay Finance Department prepared budget projections in December and presented them to the Board calling for a

necessary 6% increase for 2009 and a 4.5% increase for 2010 in order to meet projected expenses. The Riverbay Board of Directors approved the projections in December and a request for two carrying charge increases was sent to DHCR for approval. The Division came back with its own estimates, claiming that a 7.04% increase would be needed for both years in order for the corporation to meet projected expenses. Shareholders and Riverbay representatives were provided the chance to argue (Continued on page 2)

Open Board meeting to be held on January 28 in Einstein Community Center BY ROZAAN BOONE Riverbay’s Board President Othelia Jones has called for an Open Board meeting to be held on Wednesday, January 28, at 7 p.m. in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center. “This is a new year and we wanted to start it off by having an Open Board meeting to inform all shareholders about the various projects that are ongoing in our community so that they can hear for themselves and be able to ask questions of Board members, management and department directors,” said Jones. At the beginning of the Open Board meeting, the minutes of the Board’s Business Meeting of January 14 will be voted on, followed by an approval of the agenda. The meeting will then proceed to reports on projects that are ongoing within

the community. Riverbay’s Director of Finance is also expected to give a report. In addition, there will be several first and second readings of resolutions, followed by the gallery session and committee reports. “I’d like to remind everyone that these Board meetings are supposed to be a time for the Board to conduct business and to hear about legitimate complaints and questions from cooperators,” said Jones. “I hope, and have faith, that most cooperators care about our community and are not solely devoted to political grandstanding or launching unwarranted attacks which serve no useful purpose.” Prior to the Open Board meeting beginning at 7 p.m., from 6-7 p.m., the directors of Riverbay’s departments will be available in case shareholders have any questions or concerns they would like to discuss.

Cablevision to return MATV to Riverbay for maintenance; Upgrade work will be completed before February 17 switch over deadline

BY ROZAAN BOONE Riverbay Corporation and Cablevision reached a settlement on Wednesday in the long drawn out negotiations regarding maintenance of the master antenna, and the Riverbay Board has approved the agreement, moving the project closer to completion in time for the February 17th switchover to digital service. Riverbay’s Ombudsman, Joe Boiko, has confirmed that the equipment required

for the upgrade up to the MATV system was ordered as soon as the Board gave its approval for the deal to proceed, and it is anticipated that it will arrive in time for the work to be finished before the February deadline. At this time, Riverbay still advises shareholders on the master antenna not to purchase converter boxes as they will not (Continued on page 4)

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ORDER OF THE COMMISSIONER OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY RENEWAL HCNP-81

RIVERBAY CORPORATION, hereinafter referred to as the "applicant", a housing company duly organized and existing under the provisions of Article II of the Private Housing Finance Law, subject to the supervision of the Commissioner of the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal, owns and operates a housing development known as Co-op City in the City of New York, County of Bronx, State of New York. The said applicant filed an application dated November 20, 2008 in the office of the Commissioner of Housing and Community Renewal requesting that the present carrying charges be increased, because the present carrying charges, together with all the other income of the said applicant, are insufficient to enable it to meet the payments required to be made by the provisions of the Private Housing Finance Law. Notice and application, together with the Division of Housing and Community Renewal financial projections, were given to the cooperators with a notification that written statements in opposition to the proposed carrying charge increase could be sent to the Commissioner not later than January 5, 2009. The purpose of such statements is to afford an opportunity for the cooperators or their representatives to refute, correct, supplement, or otherwise modify the allegations and figures contained in the application, exhibits, and schedules attached thereto. A conference was held on January 9, 2009 at Riverbay Corporation, Auditorium "A", 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475, at which the cooperators, their representatives, and representatives of the housing company had the opportunity to meet with DHCR staff. All comments and submissions were reviewed by DHCR staff prior to this determination. NOW, on considering the entire record, it appears that owing to causes beyond the control of the applicant, there have been and will be substantial increases in the cost of operating the development, including, but not limited to, the increased cost of maintenance and operating expenses; and that the present maximum average carrying charges are insufficient to meet such increases in costs and to make other necessary and authorized expenditures. Therefore, I FIND AND DETERMINE that, owing to causes beyond the control of the applicant, the present carrying charges are insufficient to enable it to meet, within reasonable limits, all necessary payments required to be made by the provisions of the Private Housing Finance Law and that such insufficiency cannot be corrected by reasonable economies in the management and operation of said development. I FURTHER FIND AND DETERMINE that the minimum increase in the maximum average monthly rental room carrying charges necessary to enable the said applicant to make the payments required to be made is six point zero percent (6.0%) per rental room per month, including utilities, effective February 1, 2009, and five point zero percent (5.0%) per rental room per month, including utilities, effective February 1, 2010. The increase authorized herein is not in excess of the minimum amount necessary to enable the housing company to make the payments required to be made by the provisions of the Private Housing Finance Law. I, THEREFORE, ORDER AND DIRECT the said applicant to increase the maximum average monthly rental room carrying charges in two stages by an average of six point zero percent (6.0%) per rental room per month, including utilities, effective February 1, 2009, and by an average of five point zero percent (5.0%) per rental room per month, including utilities, effective February 1, 2010. A copy of this order shall be transmitted to each cooperator to be affected at least five (5) days prior to February 1, 2009. Service shall be made in the manner prescribed by the Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law for the service of a notice of petition in. summary proceedings, or by first-class mail, or in accordance with the applicant’s bylaws.

Assistant Commissioner Housing and Community Renewal

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These historic times are a new beginning

I want to take this opportunity to add my voice about recognizing that this coming Tuesday will truly be an historic day when Barack Obama takes the oath of office to become President of the United States. I hope this special young man can help this country out of the many difficulties and problems that exist at this time, from the terrible shape of the economy to the armed conflict and wars in different parts of the world. I, for one, am viewing the inauguration of Barack Obama as a starting point for better days ahead, though I know, despite all his positive qualities and ability, our new President is not a miracle worker and needs all of our support and prayers. But, like Co-op City, our country has been

through many crises and has also made it successfully through to the other side and better days ahead. I have faith in our next President, Barack Obama, and I have faith in the people of Co-op City, and together, we can make this a better country and a better community. And just like I believe the United States is the best country in the world to live, I definitely believe that there is no better place than Co-op City to call my home. I also want to wish everyone a special holiday Monday on Dr. Martin Luther

against the state’s estimates for the higher carrying charge increases and many sent statements in to the Division or testified at a hearing before state officials held last Friday morning in the Dreiser Community Center. After reviewing all the material sent to the Division by Co-op City residents, Board Directors and management officials, DHCR Assistant Commissioner Richard McCurnin issued the order on Thursday calling for a 6% increase beginning February 1 and a 5% increase beginning February 1, 2010. The 6% increase will raise carrying charges from the present $172.61 per room to $182.97 per room. The 5% carrying charge increase for 2010 will bring the rate up to $192.12 per room next year. In issuing the order on Thursday, Commissioner McCurnin wrote, “Now considering the entire record, it appears that owing to causes beyond the control of the applicant, there have been and will be substantial increases in the cost of operating the development, including, but not limited to, the increased cost of maintenance and operating expenses; and that the present maximum average carrying charges are insufficient to meet such increases in costs and to make other necessary and authorized expenditures. Therefore, I find and determine that owing to causes beyond the control of the applicant, the present carrying charges are insufficient to enable it to meet, within reasonable limits, all necessary payments required to be made by the provisions of the Private Housing Finance law and that such insufficiency cannot be corrected by reasonable economies in the management and operation of said development.” McCurnin went on to write, “The increase authorized herein is not in excess of the minimum amount necessary to

enable the housing company to make the payments required to be made by the provisions of the Private Housing Finance Law.” Riverbay Finance Director Peter Merola said at last week’s hearing that the need for the increases are based on rising operating costs in four key areas: labor, energy costs, increasing water and sewer taxes and increasing debt service particularly as Riverbay’s mortgage rates increase from 5.2% to 6.2% as the corporation begins paying down the principle on the $480 million refinancing in October of this year. Merola added that Riverbay’s energy costs, specifically fuel and electricity, have increased by more than $14 million over the last two years. Merola added later in the meeting that the difference between the Riverbay projected budget calling for a 6% and 4.5% increase, respectively, and the state’s projections which called for a 7.04% increase both years, is largely due to the fact that the state requires that 3% of revenue collected go into the development’s reserve fund. Ron Geffs, an accountant with DHCR who helps oversee Riverbay’s books, concurred with Merola and added that as the state reviews all the material being presented in opposition to the increase, the 3% requirement can be modified. There is no word at this point whether the 3% requirement was modified as the state ordered increases very close to what Riverbay requested last month and not the more burdensome 7.04% increase the state originally projected. “We can only be thankful that DHCR didn’t raise the carrying charges any more than what we originally thought would be necessary to meet our expenses,” said Riverbay Board President Othelia Jones, who made the point last week of thanking

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President’s Message President

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Notice to shareholders—Riverbay office closings next week

The Riverbay administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Because of the holiday shortened work week, the Co-op City Times’ deadline will be strictly enforced. All articles to be published in the January 24th issue of the paper must be received by Monday at 3 p.m. Material may be slipped under the door of Room 21 in the Bartow Community Center, faxed to (718) 320-2595 or emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com.

King Jr.’s birthday. Dr. King was an inspiring leader and it is only fitting that we are celebrating his birthday the day before Barack Obama becomes our next President. Truly, these are special days to bring out hope, and to be grateful for what we have, and what is possible. Finally, I wanted to let everyone know that we will have an Open Board meeting on Wednesday, January 28th at 7:30 p.m. in Einstein Community Center. I’m mentioning it now because I want to give everyone plenty of notice. I also want to remind everyone that such Board meetings are supposed to be a time for the Board to conduct business and to hear about legitimate complaints and ques-

tions from cooperators. I hope, and have faith, that most cooperators care about our community and are not solely devoted to political grandstanding or launching unwarranted attacks which serve no useful purpose. In closing, let me say that we are all cooperators and we all want what is best for Co-op City. Though members on the Board might not agree on every issue, we should respect each other, and for the most part, I think we have a Board comprised of dedicated and committed individuals. Once again, I congratulate Barack Obama on his historical election and I’m sure most of us will always remember where we were on Tuesday when he officially takes office.

the many shareholders and Riverbay representatives who testified at last week’s hearing. Based on the state’s order this week, they apparently argued effectively against the steeper increase. The last mandated carrying charge increase ordered by DHCR was a 5.8% increase that was implemented in September, 2007 after a conference was held in the Dreiser Auditorium where cooperators were given an opportunity to comment. Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper said earlier this month, “It is impor-

tant to point out that even the projected increases are smaller than those recently approved by DHCR at several housing companies under their supervision or jurisdiction.” Housing and Community Renewal Manager Denise A.C. Snyder, who oversaw last week’s DHCR hearing in Co-op City, said that she has officiated at many hearings in recent months where increases were requested and ordered by DHCR that were many times greater than what is being considered for Co-op City.

Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

2nd Combing Co-op City

Assemblyman Benedetto provides seniors with free tax preparation

Assemblyman Benedetto is offering free income tax preparation for seniors 62 years of age or older in his Co-op City district. This service is limited to simple and short form federal and state returns. Seniors are encouraged to bring all their tax documents to Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 12, anytime from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please be sure to include last year’s federal return, names, Social Security numbers, and date of birth of all those claimed on your tax returns as dependents. The tax preparer will collect documentation until March 30th and you will be contacted when the forms are completed. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at (718) 892-2235.

Fastpitch softball practice at Truman

Every Saturday, the Co-op City Cougars, the girls fastpitch softball team, Bronx District 11 runners-up, will be holding practice at Truman field house for young ladies between the ages of 7-14. There will also be registration for the newcomers to the team. You will need athletic apparel and softball gloves. For more information, please contact Coach Ronald Hartridge at 347-298-692 or email him at rhartridge41@hotmail.com.

FRONT PA G E

Co-op City high school scholar invited to attend inauguration festivities BY BILL STUTTIG Co-op City’s Salmen Rangrez, a junior at Fordham Prep, is one of more than 7,000 outstanding high school students from throughout the nation who have been invited to take a front row seat to witness history this Tuesday. Rangrez will be taking part in the Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference, a five-day conference for outstanding students from all 50 states, culminating in a seat to witness the inauguration ceremony and parade and then a special invitation to Salmen Rangrez attend a Black Tie Inaugural Ball that evening. Prior to that, he will be attending four days of activities, conferences and debates designed to expand the students’ understanding of the presidential election, the campaign process and the eventual seating of the new administration. “I am extremely excited by this opportunity,” the 16-year-old resident of Building 5 said. “It is definitely something

I will remember the rest of my life. It is a great experience. It will be a momentous occasion as it is and for me, it is a chance to witness history.” The Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference is a five-day program designed to provide select high school scholars with a deeper understanding of the history behind the electoral process and the rich traditions surrounding the presidential inauguration. “We will provide students with an opportunity to take part in historic events that coincide with the Inauguration of the President of the United States,” said Dr. Marguerite Regan, Dean of Academic Affairs for the Congressional Youth Leadership Council, the organization that hosts the Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference. “Something that is really wonderful about so many youth gathering in Washington, D.C. for this event is that it will provide them a chance to become more familiar with and attuned to the president who will govern our country over the next four years. We certainly

hope this will inspire the next generation of U.S. leaders.” Rangrez will have the opportunity to interact with White House officials, congressional staff members, political experts and distinguished leaders, including former Secretary of State Colin Powell and former Vice President Al Gore. In addition, Rangrez, and the other scholars will explore the numerous historic sites and monuments in our nation’s capital. High school scholars who were alumni of the Congressional Youth Leadership Council and the National Youth Leadership Forum are the exclusive invitees to attend the private Inaugural Conference events and activities which include roundtable discussions with national journalists, meetings with congressional staff, and point/counterpoint debates with leading political experts. The curriculum for the five-day conference was developed by Dr. Regan, a former high school teacher and social science department chairperson with a doctorate in political science from Purdue University. Rangrez said that he is planning a career in finance, but he does have an interest in politics which he feels will be enhanced by his participation in the inauguration festivities this weekend.

Local 32BJ Perfect Attendance Luncheon

Riverbay offices closed next Tues., 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, January 20, Riverbay’s management will shut down all operations between the hours of 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., so that Riverbay’s employees may view the historic inauguration of the country’s first African American President, Barack Obama. However, due to operational needs, the Co-op City Public Safety Department, garage attendants and emergency maintenance staff will remain on duty during this time. Should you have an emergency, please contact the Public Safety Department or emergency maintenance, accordingly. We thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper and Human Resources Director Colette Ragin, during a luncheon Thursday afternoon, personally thanked and honored Local 32BJ Riverbay employees who worked throughout 2008 without once calling in sick. Honorees were: Jose Alvarez, Ramon Baez, Anton Barlovich, Stephen Brugman, Filiberto Coreano, Freddy Cruz, Sintim Edu Baffoe, Marcial Garcia, Paul Grant, Vito V. Martinez Guity, Angel Harry, Wilson Hatfield, Reshat Haxhiu, Sina Kim, Ismael Lozada, Jorge Madera, Hector M. Martinez, James McMillan, James Melendez, Benjamin Mercado, Jose Montalvo, Bonifacio Mulero, Ark Koon Ng, Alfonso Pagan, Benjamin Pinckney, Rrok Pllumbaj, Ricardo Riley, Alvin L. Rivera, Wilfredo Rosario, Felipe Rosario, Felix Rochez Ruiz, Mark Shapiro, Gani Stojku, Luis Suero, Belarminio Tavarez, Marcelino A. Vargas, Carlos M. Ventura, Kleber Vera, Raul Villar, Leroy Williams, Ancell Leslie, Juan Ramon, Francisco Reynoso, Pedro Perez, Ndoc Parubi, Louis Casale, Francius Charles, Modesto R. Ortega Diaz, Tonin Jakaj, Cordice Joseph, Filip Kocovic, Naim Kurtovic, Vin Mullings, Obed Ortiz, Louis Prato, Antonio V. Tirado, Ruben Vargas, Kolja Kocovic, David Brown, Carmelo Acevedo, Vinko Capnojevic, Lek Gjini, Sami Lazellari, Djordje Ljutovic, Marcos A. Marin, Perica Markoc, Steve Pachlin, Toma Paljevic, Peter Popovic, Viktor Prelaj, Joseph H. Purcell, Pedro Ramirez and Gene Wooten. Photo by Bill Stuttig

Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

MATV

work on the MATV system which provides their television reception, and reassures residents that they will continue to have television service after the changeover in February. “We are confident that there will be no further delays with the upgrade work that must be done to maintain and ready the master antenna for the digital switchover on February 17,” said Boiko. “The equipment has been ordered and as soon as it arrives, the work will commence.” Michael Munns, Riverbay’s senior attorney, said that by early next month, Riverbay will begin maintaining the MATV system once again and when that happens, shareholders will be notified. From that point forward, they will then contact their respective Cooperator Service Office (CSO) if they have service requests—not Cablevision as they have been doing since the 2007 sale to the cable provider. “Riverbay will be taking over the maintenance, support and repair of the MATV system,” said Munns. “The change will provide better customer service and higher quality TV service. Riverbay’s engineer assessed the condition of the MATV and determined that the existing system can be adapted to receive digital TV signals. Cablevision’s payment of $35,000 will cover Riverbay’s cost of buying and installing the new digital related equipment. The

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free MATV service will continue to provide cooperators with an economical alternative to receive digital TV service.” “The Board agreed that it was better for us to maintain the master antenna since a number of shareholders had been complaining about poor treatment from Cablevision whenever they called for service,” said Othelia Jones, Riverbay’s Board President. “I’m sure that the work that has to be done to upgrade the master antenna will be completed before the digital switchover deadline on February 17 because we now have Rick Schmidt on staff here and he knows more than anyone else about the master antenna, including the Cablevision service technicians who were sent here to answer calls from shareholders.” In a January 13th memo to the Riverbay Board of Directors, Herb Freedman, principal of Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., Riverbay’s managing agent, said that in discussions with Cablevision, they had indicated a willingness to relieve themselves of the MATV maintenance responsibility and in turn, would make a one time payment of $35,000 to Riverbay if Riverbay would maintain the system. “The MATV system was previously maintained by CHE and after the 2007 sale, Cablevision agreed to ‘maintain and support the MATV system’ through 2014,” stated Freedman in his memo. “At

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the time, Riverbay was not equipped to maintain the MATV system…” However, since then, Riverbay has hired Rick Schmidt as its Technical Coordinator and is now prepared to maintain the MATV system. Schmidt is Community Home Entertainment’s (CHE) former field engineer who knows more about the MATV system than anyone else, according to Freedman. “Management believes that taking over the maintenance of the MATV system and using the $35,000 to purchase the equipment to handle the February 17 switchover is in the best interests of Coop City,” Freedman said. Last week, Schmidt reported that during the upgrade, work will be done at a central location which will result in the signal being automatically converted on the master antenna and shareholders not needing to purchase converter boxes. “This means that on February 18, cooperators on the MATV system will still be able to see their television sets,” said Schmidt. Schmidt said that on the day that the actual work is being done, however, shareholders will experience temporary disruptions as each channel is upgraded individually. “The work will take less than one hour per channel,” said Schmidt. Notices will be placed in each building ahead of time to inform cooperators when

the upgrade work has been scheduled. In addition, to alleviate any fears that shareholders may still have and to answer questions from those who rely on the master antenna for television reception, Riverbay has scheduled informational sessions to be held in each of the three community centers. The conferences, which will be held on Monday, January 26, in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center at 10 a.m. and in Room 2 of the Dreiser Community Center at 2 p.m., as well as on Tuesday, January 27, in Room 38 of the Einstein Community Center at 10 a.m., were planned as calls from concerned cooperators with service from the master antenna continued to flow into Riverbay this week expressing their concerns that they will not receive any television service after the change-over is effected on February 17. Boiko said that for the most part, shareholders seemed to be concerned about whether or not they need to make any changes to their televisions, if they will need a converter box, and if they will have to pay for their MATV service and the answer to all of these questions is no, they will not. “They are also asking if their TV’s and VCR/DVD players will continue to work and, of course, the answer is yes, they will,” said Boiko. “Our goal is to dispel any fears or anxiety that they may have regarding this switch over.”

Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

Important information for consumers of the NYC Croton Water System

Federal law and State regulations require that all New York State surface drinking water supply systems filter the water delivered to consumers, unless the system can meet strict conditions for "filtration avoidance," including protection of the related watershed from where the surface water originates. New York City obtains virtually all of its drinking water from three surface water systems originating in upstate watersheds - the Croton, Catskill and Delaware systems. Since the early 1990s, the City has pursued a comprehensive watershed protection strategy for these water systems to protect the quality of its drinking water at the source. Its program includes, among other things, enforcement of updated watershed rules and regulations, acquisition of sensitive watershed lands, and funding of economic and environmental partnerships with watershed counties, towns and villages to support local efforts aimed at maintaining or enhancing water quality. In July of 2007, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) renewed its previous decision and issued a 10-year Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the City's two largest systems, the Catskill and the Delaware. However, the City, the State and USEPA have determined that the Croton system (supplying about 10% of the City's daily drinking water, and up to 30% in times of drought) should be filtered. The Croton System (Public Water System ID# NY7003666) Croton system water is not currently filtered, which constitutes a treatment technique violation under federal and State drinking water regulations. Due to its unique history and geography (very different from both the Catskill and Delaware

systems), the Croton system also experiences seasonal water quality problems associated with elevated color levels, resulting from naturally occurring minerals and organic matter present in the water. Although this condition is aesthetic and not health-related, it may require the City to periodically discontinue use of Croton system water. After being off-line for a year, the Croton System was reactivated, delivering water to City consumers for several weeks in October through December 2008. For the month of November 2008, the Croton System's average daily entry point turbidity was 1.5 Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTU) which violated the Maximum Contaminant Level of i NTU. As a result, public notification is required. You do not need to boil your water or take other actions, as none of our testing has shown disease-causing organisms in the drinking water. Turbidity has no health effect. However, turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial growth. Turbidity may indicate the presence of diseasecausing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and associated headaches. People with severely compromised immune systems, infants, and some elderly may be at increased risk. Filtration The City's goal is to ensure that Croton system water is at all times protected against microbiological contamination, is aesthetically pleasing, and meets all drinking water quality standards. The City, therefore, is constructing a filtration plant for Croton system water, pursuant to the terms of a November 1998 federal

court Consent Decree, entered into with the United States and the State of New York. The facility is expected to reduce color levels in the Croton system water, reduce the risk of microbiological contamination, reduce disinfection byproduct levels and ensure compliance with stricter water quality standards. The Consent Decree, as modified in May 2002, required the City to evaluate and choose between three potential sites for the construction, operation and maintenance of a Croton filtration plant --two in the Bronx, and one in Westchester County. In July 2003, the Governor approved and signed into law the State Legislature's authorization of the alienation of the Mosholu Golf Course Site in Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx, as sought for by the City. A Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement comparing the three sites was released on June 30, 2004 and it identified the Mosholu Golf Course Site as the preferred site for the facility. On September 28, 2004, the City issued a notice to proceed to with the first phase of construction of the filtration plant On August 23, 2006 and on August 21, 2007 the second and third phases of construction went forward. Construction work at the site continues to make progress: excavation of the two Treated Water Tunnels is expected to be completed in December, 2008; placement of concrete for lining the Raw Water Tunnel has started; and waterproofing, installation of mechanical piping and electrical work are underway. In addition, work off-site at the Treated Water Shafts at Jerome Park Reservoir has also begun. The Law Until the City begins to filter Croton water, the New York City

Department of Environmental Protection is required to send to customers of the Croton Water Supply, the following information quarterly: The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets drinking water standards and has determined that the presence of microbiological contaminants is a health concern at certain levels of exposure. If water is inadequately treated, microbiological contaminants in that water may cause disease. Disease symptoms may include diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and possibly jaundice, and any associated headaches and fatigue. These symptoms, however, are not just associated with disease-causing organisms in water, but also may be caused by a number of factors other than your drinking water. EPA has set enforceable requirements for treating drinking water to reduce the risk of these adverse health effects. Treatment such as filtering and disinfecting the water removes or destroys microbiological contaminants. Drinking water which is treated to meet EPA requirements is associated with little to none of this risk and should be considered safe. For More Information If you have questions about the New York City water supply system or filtration, please write:

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Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

Letters to the Editor Immediate positive action is needed to preserve quality of life

To the Editor: The vast majority of residents who originally moved here and took the meaning of living in a co-op seriously have long left us—moved out or died—replaced by far too many, over these decades, with detached individuals who display evidence of a tenant mentality taking apartment affordability for granted. They don’t read our press, pay little attention to the quality of life it took years of effort to create and care little about responsibility. Boards of Directors, over the years, have failed to address the price this has cost quality of life here. There needs to be

some immediate positive action taken. We can start – must start – with more than mere published resolutions, but monthly published non-partisan reports of issues from Board committees. The curtains that shield our entitled right to freedom of information must be torn down. Further, Boards are not a “secret order;” meetings should be televised. No one should be subjected to walking distances to reach community centers at night. Unless there is reason at the Board to be shielded from shareholders’ view, there is no basis for objections. Lastly, we need “new” visions on the

Board—not recycling and Board term limits is the answer. It should be implemented with this May’s election. The outspoken amongst “old timers” I hope, will pick up the gauntlet to enlist support for these changes or our affordability will not keep responsible residents here nor patched-up garages, etc., redundantly cheered while brand new affordable Bronx housing is being constructed in the South Bronx, for example. Recognize that people place “quality of life” – total quality above all else and why “originals” fled much cheaper housing to come here. —Marilyn Brand

Requirement for EOY 2008 information

To the Editor: The editors of the two Co-op City paper found it a requirement to summarizes all their lead stories for 2008 using about 7 to 8 pages each. The Directors add in their viewpoints about another 1 or 2 pages. While looking down memory lane was nice, it would have been nice if the editors had done some reporting as to the Capital Project Status. They should have: 1. Provided which capital projects

(facade, balcony, windows, roofs) 2. The percent completion on those building current on restoration 3. Their estimate as to what is to be done in 2009 The Directors were mad that one vendor didn’t provide such information. Then why don’t they insist management, who committed to do this on September 24, 2008 provide the data and the paper print it. The shareholders, who used $17 mil-

lion from the reserve fund in 2008 and authorized $10 million for 2009, are entitled to understand what their money purchased. If the shareholders had the total picture of the Capital Project—what is done and what needs to be done—they could understand what’s left and may even be able to figure out how much more we will need to spend to complete the job. —Bruce Gitelson

Notice to shareholders—Riverbay office closings next week

The Riverbay administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Because of the holiday shortened work week, the Co-op City Times’ deadline will be strictly enforced. All articles to be published in the January 24th issue of the paper must be received by Monday, January 19. Material may be slipped under the door of

Room 21 in the Bartow Community Center, faxed to (718) 320-2595 or emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. In addition, on Tuesday, January 20, Riverbay’s management will shut down all operations between the hours of 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., so that Riverbay’s employees may view the historic inauguration of the country’s first African American President, Barack Obama. However, due

to operational needs, the Co-op City Public Safety Department, garage attendants and emergency maintenance staff will remain on duty during this time. Should you have an emergency, please contact the Public Safety Department or emergency maintenance, accordingly. We thank you for your attention and cooperation and wish you all an enjoyable Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

Deal pending to sell control of Co-op City’s supermarkets BY BILL STUTTIG

The three supermarkets in each of Co-op City’s shopping centers may be in the hands of new owners by as early as next week. According to several sources, negotiations are ongoing to sell operation of the three markets to Jiovanny Guzman, a businessman who claims to own several markets already throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. He said he has more than 15 years experience owning and operating supermarkets throughout the New York City area. Residents have already begun to notice changes in the stores, including supermarket flyers going out under a new name and signs being changed at the three markets. Ramon Vargas, who has operated the three markets here for several decades, said that he would not comment on the changeover until the deal is complete. Guzman, when contacted by the Co-op City Times last week, wanted to assure residents here that the only changes they will notice in the coming weeks will be for the better. Guzman promised more variety in the selection of items, and greater emphasis on fresh produce, dairy and meats. He added that the generic brand of food products that will be readily available in the stores will change from Krasdale to Compare Foods, Inc. All staff will be staying on if they choose, he said, except for the top management positions. “In the coming days and weeks,” Guzman said, “I encourage residents here to let us know what changes they would like to see and what new products they would like us to offer the community. We will do our best to accommodate the community and give them what they want in terms of a greater variety of food items.”

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The ultimate racial barrier broken A black man elected as president A new page written In the history of the U.S. Propelled by Americans Tired of being lied to, Of losing their jobs, their homes. Hope and change rallied the masses Voting in numbers not seen before Doors opened wide for our youth Higher aspirations for children It was M. L. King's dream that One day we wouldn't be judged by The color of our skin, but by The content of our character

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Date: January 08 Location: 140 Bellamy Loop Type: Vehicle Accident A resident parking his car reported that his accelerator suddenly stuck causing the car to speed backward and out of control into the building causing a large hole. The man’s car also hit a parked vehicle causing damage. No injuries were reported.

Date: January 08 Location: 100 Donizetti Place Type: Dispute While on patrol, a CCPD officer observed two youth engaged in a physical altercation. The officer separated the individuals and turned them over to the custody of school officials and School Safety.

Date: January 05 Location: 165 Einstein Loop Type: Dispute CCPD officers on patrol observed an altercation inside a barber shop at this location where a man brandished a walking cane and used it to attack a store employee. The individual was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and also issued a community complaint.

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Working together for positive change in 2009

My family and I wish all our neighbors good health, happiness, and pros- Director’s perity for 2009. As I passed through the area during the holidays, I could not help but admire the beautifully decorated lobbies. I commend all of you who took the time to brighten up your lobbies and various floors in the “spirit of this holiday season.” Walking into some of the lobbies made me forget for a moment the financial crisis this community is facing, especially the maintenance increases, and how short my gift giving list would be this year! It is very obvious to me that even though we are facing hard times not only in this community, but around the world, many of us in Co-op City did not let it interfere with the spirit of the holiday. I felt like a child again, taking in all the beautiful lights, wreathes and various holiday themes on display. I wasn’t able to visit all the buildings, but as I passed by some of the buildings, I did take the time to peer through the windows, and

felt such a “lifting of the spirit,” it was difficult to tear myself away. I commend all of you who made your buildings look like a “wonderland.” Let us leave the “doom and gloom” in the past, try a bit of optimism and pray that Co-op City will become all that it can be in 2009 and years to come. This is a new year and although we are starting it off with a maintenance fee increase we all dread, according to the budget presented to us by Management, it “appears” to be the only way to supplement our coffers until we can become financially stable. That is why it is imperative that the cogeneration (cogen) is up and running ASAP. I am not at all happy about the situation we find ourselves in. Management must become more fiscally prudent in the future and it is up to the Board to see that they do. We can accomplish many things by all of us working together. I pray that the cogen will go online as quickly as possible allowing us to save millions of

Marjorie Helms

Building 31 Association

HAPPY NEW YEAR It is January 2009—time for a new beginning and a new you. What better way than to celebrate together on Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday by becoming involved in your community. What did he stand for? Well, he stood for cohesiveness and making life better for all of us. Let’s try to do our part and do this together. We will have our first general meeting of the year on January 19th at 7:30 p.m. in our meeting room located on the B side in the rear of the lobby. This is one of the ways to become involved and informed just by attending a meeting. Our president, Robert Hedgepeth, will reflect on our past year and what we will be looking forward to for the year. Do you have any suggestions? Bring them to the meeting; all ideas are welcomed. Do you want to volunteer on any committee? Please just step forward. Your participation is needed to keep your association thriving and your building safe and clean. For months, the suggestion of having a game night was discussed. It has now become a reality. Starting off 2009, we will be having a Game Night beginning Saturday, January 24th at 7:00 p.m. for all adult cooperators in our building. There will be Bid Whisk, Pokeno and Scrabble games played to start off this night of fun. Are you one of those cooperators that love any one of these games, but need someone to challenge? Do you think you can handle the excitement? Then join the hosts, Mary/Pat Randolph and Alphonso King. They will start it off and depending on their success, maybe it will continue. Look for the notices posted in the lobby as a reminder. Don’t forget, if there is an ill neighbor or someone you know that is in bereavement, please notify the Sunshine Committee to send out a note of compassion. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting and perhaps on game night, too. —Marilyn McDaniel

Building 5 Association

On Thursday, January 29, the Building Association will hold its first General Meeting of the New Year. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m., in the Garden Room, at the rear of the “B” Wing. Refreshments will be served, and there will be a 50/50 raffle. —Gary Geleski

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – January 15th would have been the 80th birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In brief, Dr. King was a Baptist minister, who is best known for his civil rights leadership in the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott, the 1963 March on Washington where he delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech, and, in 1964 for being the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Many Americans will be celebrating his birthday on Monday, which is a national holiday, and where there will be many commemorative programs throughout the city. Please take your children and grandchildren to one of them, or talk to them about Dr. King, a great American hero. FREE African Dance – The next dance workshops will be on Wednesday, January 21st at 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser

Center, Room #2. It is open to women, men, boys and girls, age 7-70. Wear comfortable clothing. Yoga & Pilates – The Yoga & Pilates class continues to meet on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 2. After School Program – The Learning Source is a community service where your child will receive homework assistance, recreation and loving care. Call 718-3795555. Black Film Festival – Save the Date Saturday, February 7, beginning at 12:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 28. The Association will once again sponsor the Black Film Festival with films selected for your edu-tainment, as follows: “Friday Foster,” starring Pam Grier, Eartha Kitt, Scatman Crothers, Carl Weathers; “Meet the Browns,” starring Angela

Bassett, Rick Fox, Lance Gross, Jennifer Lewis; “Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.” – His life and legacy; “Goodbye Uncle Tom” – The tragedy of the American slave trade; and “Barack Obama – Who is This Guy?” His journey to become the USA President. The history of African people in America is extremely important and we should honor and cherish the achievements of our ancestors. Bring your children and grandchildren with you for an enlightening experience. Suggested adult all day donation, $5. Refreshments will be available. Obama Victory Celebration – The Co-op City Coalition for Obama has planned a celebration for Sunday, January 18, from 5:00-10:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center Auditorium. You are invited to come for an evening of dancing,

food and fun. Tickets: $25. Call today: 718-671-5957. Happy New Year to all our members, friends and neighbors. We trust that 2009 will be happy, healthy and prosperous for you. Association Meeting – Thank you to all those who attended the association meeting last Saturday. The next general membership meeting will be held today, Saturday, February 14, at 4:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 15. The new Bylaws have been ratified and all members may receive a copy. If you are unable to attend, you may send your membership dues of $15 for individuals and $25 for families, to our mailing address: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. —Francine Reva Jones

The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People), Co op City Branch, would like to remind all of our members that our first meeting of the year is on Sunday, January 25, at 3 p.m. The meeting will be held at 100 Erskine Place, ground floor rear. We will also have our installation of officers for the next 2 years at this meeting by the Honorable Judge Elizabeth Taylor. We request your attendance and you are asked to bring a dish for this meeting.

Membership is open to all, and only costs $30 a year which includes the Crisis magazine. A Silver Life Membership is $750 which may be paid in annual installments of $75 or more. Youth membership (under 17 years) is $10 a year without the Crisis magazine. Youth Membership (up to age 20) with the Crisis magazine is $15. We encourage parents and grandparents to give a membership to the oldest civil rights organization in our country!

Renewal of memberships are to be sent to our branch at: P.O. Box 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York 10475. Please do not send the renewals or new membership to Baltimore. The NAACP will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. The four branches of the Bronx will have a 100th Anniversary celebration luncheon on May 30, at Marina Del Ray. Members and friends may begin to leave a $25 payment on their ticket. Each branch only has 75 tickets, so please don’t

be left without a ticket. Remember our President-elect, Barack Obama, has requested that we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is also National Day of Service by doing Volunteer Service! Our prayers and condolences reach out to the family of the late Willie E.P. Bowman. She was a true community activist that worked until the end. Her activism for the works that she believed in gives us all something to emulate. —Eleanor Donnley

Is one of your resolutions to improve yourself this year? One of the first ways to improve oneself is to hone your communication skills. Attend one of our meetings and learn how. Co-op City Toastmasters Club is a warm and positive environment where

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We’re located at 4160 Hutchison River Parkway East, Building 32B in the First Floor Community Room. There’s free parking in Garage 7 across the street on Einstein Loop. We look forward to seeing you there. —Judith Slowly

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Twice within a two-year period, the time DHCR has made available for cooperators to comment on carrying charge increase was during daytime hours — exactly when most cooperators were to be at their jobs trying to keep up with the cost of living. One of the cooperators, who was able to attend, Bernard Cylich, challenged the necessity of the proposed increase on the grounds that huge savings in the operation of Co-op City were possible and should be pursued before increases are imposed. CHANGES THAT COULD STOP CARRYING CHARGE INCREASES He presented a number of possible substantial money-saving ideas available to the Riverbay Board, starting with termination of the Marion Scott Real Estate Management Company, which replaced a General Manager whose pay was a tenth of the $1.6 million Riverbay pays to the MSI company. Displaying how badly we need change in management in Co-op City, management’s representative Vernon Cooper chose to shoot down ideas that could save cooperators from impending carrying charge increases. Mr. Cooper’s refutation would be laughable if the management record they were attempting to justify wasn’t so costly to a housing company deep in financial difficulties. Contrary to what Mr. Cooper claimed at the DHCR conference, in all of its history before Marion Scott’s arrival here, the Riverbay Corporation has hired perhaps a dozen General Managers, not twenty-five as stated. DHCR, which approved contracts Riverbay made with all of these managers, has for seven years not given approval of a Riverbay/Marion Scott contract.

BY ROZAAN BOONE The Riverbay Cooperator Services Office (CSO) would like to remind shareholders that if any of their contact information is outdated, they should update the information as soon as possible so that if there is a need to contact them, Riverbay’s files will reflect their most current and accurate information. “I cannot stress how many times we’ve had to contact a cooperator and the information in our files is not accurate because the cooperator may have changed phone numbers or address or their name in the case of a change in marital status, and they did not update Riverbay of the changes,” said Juanita Net, Director of Riverbay’s CSO. According to Edgar Perez, CSO manager for Section 1 & 2 serving Buildings 1-

The DHCR Conference

Mr. Cooper dismissed the suggestion that going in-house with the asbestos removal work can save money, claiming we don’t have the highly skilled workers needed for that work. Yet Riverbay employs 34 highly skilled, certified operating engineers in the power plant. They have not been trained by Riverbay. Any replacements come from their union hiring hall. We can do exactly the same in the asbestos program – hire certified asbestos abatement floor removers from their hiring hall. Total labor costs to the current outside contractor, according to the union, for ten abators (asbestos removers) based on a forty-hour and 52-week year comes to no more than $1.15 million. But Riverbay budgets more than $5 million for this work! SLOPPY SHOOTING ON THE REFUTATION RANGE Mr. Cooper’s dismissal of the idea that money could be saved with inhouse painting/plastering, I believe, is as wide a shot as his other refutations. For many years, the number of unoccupied move-in-move-out apartments has remained stable, and the number of painters and plasterers has remained stable. Without working any overtime, Riverbay’s cost has doubled since that work was outsourced. It was on the MSI watch that a Riverbay President was convicted and jailed for bribery and kickbacks from a painting/plastering contractor! OUTSOURCING, WELFARE PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTORS? Not too long ago, Board member Cleve

Taylor uncovered how Management manipulated Riverbay’s computers to bill charges for a painting/plastering contractor for work that was never done that cost Riverbay (us) some $1 million over a period of four years. This was done without the knowledge of the Board or DHCR and may have violated two executed and approved contracts. It appears that Riverbay’s outsourcing program has been a welfare program for some contractors. Is it any wonder that Management’s refutation of Mr. Cylich’s claim that Riverbay can save at least $2 million annually is full of generalities, and don’t contain a lot of specific numbers? Mr. Cooper’s refutation omits mention of the current authorization to use the remaining $10 million in the reserve fund which had some $60 million in it when MSI was first hired by a compliant Board led by the since convicted and jailed ex-Riverbay Board President. Within the past year, approximately $30 million of new reserve funds have been removed from the reserve fund. Empty reserve funds are no light matter. Just imagine a failed generator and no reserve fund to cope with the outage. Such emergencies could happen! THEY ARE WHAT THEIR RECORD SAY THEY ARE In a 2007 audit report, the Inspector General of New York State criticized DHCR’s oversight of Mitchell-Lama housing developments for reported misconduct and financial mismanagements. According to the IG report, the garage contractor hired for Co-op City by MSI, whose shoddy work on garages 2 and 7 has received hundreds of complaints from shareholders, had been barred from bidding on city work for five years. And then working here, the contractor reportedly submitted over $10 million worth

of bills which MSI passed those bills to the Board, which without objection, approved payment. The latest MSI fiasco was hauling Mayor Bloomberg here for a fake turnon of the cogen plant still producing not a watt of electricity eight months later. Negligence in getting the cogen operational has cost Riverbay, according to MSI’s own calculation, close to $20 million. In February of 2003, an audit by the New York/New Jersey Regional General for HUD, found that Marion Scott Realty was reportedly double and even triple billing housing projects they were managing for HUD. The Inspector General stated, as far as I know, that they collected unauthorized and excessive management fees…used projects’ funds to pay for ineligible, unsupported, and unnecessary expenses…marked-up amounts on subcontractor invoices prior to billing. Without contesting the Inspector General’s allegations, to the best of my knowledge, Marion Scott reimbursed HUD over $1 million. They now have the gall to preach to Riverbay Board members on how to conduct themselves. With such a record, how much credit can be given to their claims about outsourcing painting/plastering, asbestos abatement, floor restoration, etc.? And in whose interest does the Board go on retaining this high-priced management company that is managing the impoverishment of Co-op City? We must know our history, learn from our mistakes and never forget the past or we are bound to repeat our mistakes. Keep your eyes on the prize. You may contact me at the Boardroom, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

14, DeFoe, Debs Place and Cooper Townhouse clusters, it is also important that residents update their emergency contact information so that if CSO or Maintenance needs to get into their apartment and they are unable to locate the shareholder of record, there is a designated alternate who may be contacted. “In addition to letting us know about changes in telephone numbers and address, it is equally important that shareholders inform Riverbay who to contact in the event that they are unreachable, for example, they are out of town or their contact phone numbers have not been updated,” said Perez. “Appointing a designated alternate is very important in case CSO or Maintenance is unable to contact the shareholder of record for the apartment.”

Perez also noted that especially in these times when so many people have cell phones, these phone numbers particularly may be changed more often than a regular phone in cases where the carrier is updated. “We also have to remember that many of our shareholders moved in more than 30 years ago and at that time, a spouse who has since passed away might have been the emergency contact on the key card to the apartment and that information was never updated,” Perez said. “In addition, with the key cards, shareholders can also add or remove persons that they choose as an emergency contact.” To update your contact information, two important steps are involved. First, the shareholder of the unit is required to go in person to the Emergency

Maintenance Office (located in the lower level of the Dreiser Mall) with photo identification and update the “Key Card.” Secondly, shareholders should request an Emergency Contact form from their respective Cooperator Service Office (CSO). This form must be completed and notarized by the shareholder and returned in person to the proper CSO, along with photo identification. Their new contact information will then be updated in the Maintenance system and forwarded to the shareholder’s file. Once the information is updated at the Emergency Maintenance Office and Cooperator Service Office, the new information will then be relayed by CSO to Public Safety to be added to that department’s database as well.

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CSO reminds shareholders to update contact information

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Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

On a summer day in August of 1963, Director’s as a youngster, I boarded a bus with a couple friends and went to Washington, D.C. to listen to the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. give what became his famous “I have a Dream” speech. As he was talking of this dream, all I could envision were the dogs attacking those school kids and fire hoses blowing and pushing people away with the tremendous force of the water, and horrible images of Bull Connor with his megaphone and his pronouncements of racial divide and hatred. I remember Lestor Maddox, and Gov. George Wallace of Alabama, and the attempts to prevent integration in schools in Little Rock, Arkansas, and this all entered my mind and all I could think was how could this man, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., have such a dream while all I was seeing were these negative things in my head, and I thought, this is never going to happen. Even though I respected Dr. King very much, I could not subscribe to his philosophy of turning the other cheek. On the other hand, Malcolm X’s philosophy was more in line with my thinking at the time. I never envisioned that one day, up until recently, we would successfully elect an African American to office on a national level as President of the United States. I did recall when President-elect Obama first ran and defeated Alan Keyes for the Senate in Illinois, and how he also electrified the country when speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Boston for John Kerry. And now here we are. The majority, in the recent November election, voted for Barack Obama for President, coming together as a sea of all colors, a melting pot, a rainbow, all different types of individuals with hopes and dreams. President-elect Barack Obama is a unifier, a healer, and when you listen to him, listen and realize what a gentle, but determined voice, he speaks in. On Tuesday, January 20th, President-elect Obama will be officially sworn in as the 44th President of the United States, and throughout the country, little ones, and the old and young and those in between, will be glued to television watching history in the making. This will be a day of joyous celebration and I hope President Barack Obama and this country can come together and move forward in a positive direction to face challenges we have never faced before, and I’m so happy to be part of this history, this American history. Perhaps our greatest challenge here in our community is that this co-generation plant will, hopefully, ultimately, produce some electricity because we are still in the dark about why this is taking so long. It seems like we’ve been going through this dark tunnel for eons, and may I add that this journey of co-generation in Co-op City has been like a whirlpool where more and more money has been thrown at this so-called modern marvel of engineering not equaled anywhere, a plant constructed on an unprecedented level. However, Herb Scott, our so-called management company, continues to throw good money after bad money after bad money after bad money. Unfortunately, I must confess, everyone seems to have deniable culpability where no one seems to be responsible for any problems or any blame between the plant manager, our engineering consultant, Riverbay management, and the contractor. It seems to be a web of confusion, with one not knowing what the other was doing, and who is ultimately paying the price? We are, and it’s causing quite a financial burden and strain on this community. All too often, I’ve listened to some of my fellow

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Board members, who, in turn, listen to Herb Scott tell us when things don’t go right, and whenever we reach an impasse with the co-generation plant, instead of finding out what went wrong or how we got to this point, we’re told, “Well, we have to move on” or “Forget about the past, we’ve got to move on, we’ve got to work together.” If someone knows something is wrong and doesn’t know or understand why, and then doesn’t learn by past mistakes, then they are doomed to repeat it again, and that is what I see as the major problem with co-generation. I guess, as of the writing of this Viewpoint, we are

Tony Illis

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waiting for the final decision from the DHCR Commissioner concerning the percentage increase in carrying charge payments cooperators will have to endure over the next two years. Let’s hope it’s a number seniors and others can adjust, and remember how low it could be if cogeneration was online like it was supposed to be a year ago. I rest my case. It’s quite fitting that this Monday, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday, and the next day, the inauguration of Barack Obama as President takes place. Youngsters, cooperators, if you’d like to talk, give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or e-mail me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com; no attachments, please.

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Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

Broun Place Townhouse Association

With the snow, pretty as it is, we really have to appreciate the terrific job the Grounds Department is doing these days with cutting our paths through the ice under the snow. Thank you for keeping our way to Bartow Avenue and Dreiser Loop accessible. Neighbors, please be on the alert for groups of bored youth that have nothing else to do but ring doorbells and run away. This last week, it started up again. Several front door bells were rung as a prank. If you see this going on or it has happened to you, call Public Safety. There are several opportunities that call for our voices to be heard regarding increases that affect all of us. Make your voice heard. Our first meeting of the New Year

Building 19 Association

Today, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Andrew Massello Agency for Liberty Mutual Insurance will host a co-op insurance seminar in Building 19’s Meeting Room. You might just be paying too much for your present insurance. Attendance to this seminar allows you to compare your present insurance rates with those provided by Andrew Massello Agency. In these hard economic times, it does not hurt to be an educated consumer and compare prices. Everyone is invited to attend. Token gifts will be given out and refreshments will be served. We began our Building 19 Association Membership drive last weekend. If you have not paid your dues, it is not too late. Our goal is to surpass 2008’s membership of 180 shareholders. We will once again sit in the lobby to collect your $5 annual dues. Look out for the dates. You can also pay your dues at a General Membership Meeting which normally takes place on the third Thursday of the month or Committee Meeting which takes place on the first Tuesday of the month both starting at 7:30 p.m. in the rear meeting room. We are in the planning stage of yet another exciting and fun year. This continued success needs not only your financial support, but also your participation. While we do have great and tireless committee and floor captain members, we are always looking for new ideas and talent to keep “Cooperators Doing Something” alive. If you have any request for the topics you would like to have at a General Membership Meeting or fundraising ideas for our scholarship and building activities, please send them to bldg19assoc@gmail.com or call 347-427-4746. —Charlotte Codrington

Baychester Library Association

The upcoming quilting project start-up date has been rescheduled because of a scheduling conflict. Please note the new date is Tuesday, March 3rd, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. If you haven't already done so, all passionate, interested and just curious quilters, please contact Pat at 718-320-1288. Thank you.

Cooperator Services Offices CSO 1 (Bldgs. 1-14, Carver, Debs and Defoe Pl. Townhouses) Maintenance Service: (718) 320-3453, Dreiser Center, Rm. 6 CSO II (Bldgs. 15-25: Adler, Asch, and Broun Place Townhouses) Maintenance Service: (718) 320-3403, Bartow Center, Rm. B CSO III (Bldgs. 26-35: Earhart Lane Townhouses)

Maintenance Service: (718) 320- 3591, Einstein Center, Rm. 37

2009, is February 19, at 7 p.m. and due to prior scheduling, it will be held in half of Room 31, Bartow Center. Olivia and Yvonne are researching bus trip options. Holiday gifts to members of the association are forthcoming and will be distributed. Sorry to say, it has come to our attention that some cooperators who have gotten “satellite TV” have not installed the dish according to Riverbay rules. If you decide to purchase “satellite TV”, first you should call the CSO, 718-320-3405, 3406. You will be subject to a Community Complaint if you are reported to have installed the satellite dish incorrectly. Other community offenses subject to penalties are motorcycles parked on the sidewalk and garbage not

being recycled correctly. To everyone celebrating an event or anniversary, we extend congratulations. For those that are recovering from illness or accident, we wish you a speedy recovery. Should you have a particular problem, reach out to a Broun Place board member and see if we can’t direct you to getting assistance. As we all recognize, this weekend marks the start of our inaugural week events. The new team in Washington starts out with enormous and complicated situations. Good luck with developing successful policies that will benefit us all and let’s resolve to work together. —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

To reach Post 1871, it is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 41, and if you have a computer, you can get in touch with us by e-mail: post1871@optimum.net. Greetings to all our members of Post 1871, located in Co-op City, who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home. Our minds and hearts are with you each day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy birthday to all our Post members who have a birthday in January— Nehemiah Eutsey, Julio Figueroa, Leonard Blascovich, Jr., Rodney Gaulden Sr., Carl Barr, Arthur H. Gelman, William Martinez, Ruben McCann Jr., Lowell A. James, Hector R. Rosado, Hector M. Rosario-Flores, Richard Shade, Donald L. Young and Lawrence Shaheed.

American Legion Post 1871

To all Post members, if you know any homeless veterans who have been homeless for more than a year or more than two times in the last three years, you can receive help at the Bronx Veterans Hospital. Call and ask to speak to Mr. Danny Balkcom, 718-584-9000, Ext. 3798. New road laws you should know: This is for our Post members, friends and family members. As of November 1, municipalities must promptly notify the state Department of Motor Vehicles when drivers have paid their parking tickets. Until now, some local governments haven’t kept the DMV up-to-date, creating problems for people seeking to renew their registrations. We are still trying to have a recruitment table set up outside of the Sears

Department Store on Fordham Road in the Bronx to recruit members to join the American Legion each week. It would be manned by a different Post to increase the membership at all Posts in the Bronx. I’m sure this problem will be solved real soon. Did you know that the American Legion endorsed the Purple Heart Forever Stamp? I hope our Post members are buying these stamps to support our veterans who fought in all the wars from the past to the present. The Postal Service may stop issuing the stamps if they are not selling in great numbers. All our Post members that attended the meeting in City Island on January 7, at Post 156, thanks for taking the time and effort to attend the meeting. This meeting was great. A lot of information was passed

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among the American Legion members from the Bronx and all upcoming events were discussed for the year 2009. The end of the meeting was the best part. There was the open BAR for the members that attended the meeting. Thanks to you, Post 156, for the great hospitality. No matter how we spend our time, at the end of the day, we should be able to respond affirmatively to: Did I earn today the privilege and the blessing of being alive tomorrow? The next General Meeting will take place on January 17, at 11 a.m. Please arrive on time. Peace and blessings to all our members of Post 1871. This information was provided to you by your public information officer of Post 1871. —Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

The new year calls us to expect great things. We are all looking forward to the historic inauguration of President Barack Obama. Many residents of Co-op City will be going by bus to attend the event. Hopefully, they will be inspired to connect locally in

our associations to build a better world. We recently had a Board meeting in preparation for our next house meeting. The Scholarship Committee has made great progress in offering scholarships to some of our young residents. Those interested in obtaining applica-

tion forms can get them in the meeting room in “C” section. Someone will be there to help on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. beginning January 13th. Two scholarships of $250 each will be awarded.

Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 28th at 7:00.p.m. We hope to have a guest and deal with any mouse problems in your apartments. Meanwhile, keep well and warm. —Don Doherty

We welcome women and men to join this historically distinguished organization. All that is required is your INTEREST, COMMITMENT, FOCUS AND INVOLVEMENT. CO-OP CITY NCNW ON THE MOVE: On Saturday, January 31st, our Book Club will be meeting in Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Bay Plaza Shopping Center at 3:30 p.m. to discuss “My Sister’s Keeper,” by Jodi Picoult. Saturday February 28th, Save the Date: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium A will be our 8th Annual Youth Black History celebration, featuring the Amirikanke Kollective, the Undefeated Prayzers, Co-op City Baptist Church Praise Dancers, the Zodiac Track Team, and the North Bronx Youth Sports Football Association Cowboys &

Cheerleaders. We will have arts & crafts, poetry, essay readings and more. Light refreshments will be served. Youth, come and display your talent singing, youth choirs, dance, step, poetry, etc. Please contact Mrs. Melton at (917) 399-2643. We will have a “Black History Posterboard” contest for students 6-18 years of age. A winner will be chosen from Group 1, ages 6-12 and Group 2, ages 13-18. Winners will receive a $25 gift card from Staples, Modell’s or Barnes & Noble. Posterboards cannot be smaller than 18” x 12”, and must be created by students, not adults; and must be dropped off at Dreiser, Room 14 on Saturdays, January 24th, 31st, February 7th, 14th, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; or February 21st from noon to 2 p.m. Winners will be announced during the Black History Program.

Students, please include your name, age and school on your Posterboard. Parents can fill out the entry form for students when they drop off the Posterboards. April 16th – 21st, we invite you to join us on a trip to Las Vegas, Grand Canyon and Laughlin. We still have a few seats available. The price of this tour is $1,550 per person double occupancy & gratuities included; please send your $250 deposit. The accommodations include: bus transportation to and from the airport; flight and air taxes; land tours with Tour Director; fully air-conditioned motor coach; quality hotel accommodations; dinner in Laughlin and shows in Las Vegas. The balance of the trip is due by January 31. Not included: travel protection insurance at $119 – for those who chose to purchase this plan, you must do so with your initial payment.

Please make checks payable to NCNW/Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. For information, please call 718-671-4804, 718-671-6910 or 718320-2366. Don’t miss out on this special event. September 15 – 28 – start planning to join NCNW on a trip to Spain and Morocco. Come with us to the Casbah. Stan Simmons, our Tour Director, is planning thirteen (13) days and twelve (12) nights of travel visiting in Madrid, Seville, Granada, Tangier, Casablanca and more exciting cities of which you may have heard. This is a great tour for $3,500. For additional information, please call 718-862-9009 or 718-6559034. Yes, we still have seats available. Thank you and join us! —L. Holloway-Mills

On January 10th, we had our holiday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and it was great. If you were not there, you missed a treat. We had plenty of good food, music, games, TV and conversation. To everyone that stopped down with a special dish, thanks. A special thanks to the executive committee that worked very hard setting up and cleaning up after all was done and

ended by taking down the holiday decorations. It was a good year, thank you. Now for the New Year 2009. Let’s start off with the unconditional support to your building association by becoming active, attending meetings and making suggestions. Our building association is what we make of it. We want to make our building association the best in Section I. We need you to help. Can we

do it? We will start our annual building dues collection on January 23rd, 24th and 30th from 5 to 7 p.m. On these dates, someone will be in each lobby. Your dues will help with the cost of the holiday decorations, Halloween and end of the year activities. Dues are only $5 per household. Our first general meeting for 2009

will be on February 12th at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room, 4B rear. We will have a guest speaker from Buildings and Grounds. The discussion will be on plants and flowers for the Spring, plus much more. Special prayers and good wishes for whatever you need. If you see something, say something. This is our home. —Yvonne Smith Burrus

ing. These portable fire extinguishers are an important part of an overall fire safety program. It is important to keep in mind that the successful use of portable fire extinguishers depends on the following: • the portable fire extinguishers are properly located and in working order. • the portable fire extinguishers are of the correct type. • the fire is discovered while still

small enough for use of the portable fire extinguishers to be effective. • the fire is discovered by persons who are ready, willing, and able to use the portable fire extinguishers. Also, you should know that portable fire extinguishers are valuable for immediate use on small fires. They contain a limited amount of extinguishing material and need to be used properly so that this

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FDNY’s Fire Saftey Tips: PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

The proper use of portable fire extinguishers can extinguish many fires while they are still small. You should be aware, however, that the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) should be notified without delay as soon as any fire is discovered. The FDNY regulates the number, type, and placement of the portable fire extinguishers that are required for any build-

material is not wasted. In some cases, OSHA may require that an employer provide education to its employees on how to use the portable fire extinguishers that are located in the workplace. Generally, operation instructions are provided on the side of the fire extinguisher. They clearly describe how to use the extinguisher in case of an emergency.

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Defensive Driving Course The next Black Forum Defensive Driving Course will be held on Saturday, February 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dreiser Community Center, Room 1. Cost is $35 which must be pre-paid. Send check/MO to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. At the completion of the defensive driving course, you will receive up to 4 points removed from your driver’s license and 10% discount off your auto insurance. No walk-ins available. Call 718-3208035 today to reserve your seat. Black Forum Aerobic classes Get in shape. Join us every Monday and Wednesday, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium A, for aerobics classes by Body by Andrea. Classes are $3 per person. Please call to register, (718) 3208035. Black Forum and the Lyons Mane Track & Field Club If your child, 8 - 17 years old, would like to run track,

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join the Black Forum and Lyons Mane Track and Field Club, under the professional guidance of Don Lyons. Call to register, 718-320-8035. Farm fresh vegetables returns next year The fresh organic vegetables program has been suspended until next year. We will announce when the program will resume as the information becomes available. Black Forum Emergency Food Program - New Hours Due to a shortage of food, we are temporarily open on Wednesdays and Fridays only, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. These new hours will stand until we are able to acquire more food for distribution. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, as of July, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. Computer needed If you have a computer that you can donate to the

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Black Forum, kindly contact us at (718) 320-8035. Please help us to help you Food is available, however, we will have to pay the pick-up and transportation costs. We ask all cooperators to donate $1 - $5 payable to the Black Forum of Co-op City. It’s Time To Get Involved Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call us, (718) 320-8035. We Need You - Join Us Today The fee is only $5 a year, per person. Call (718) 3208035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Coop City. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony Illis

The next meeting of the Building Association will be Tuesday, January 20, 7:30 p.m., in the Meeting Room in the rear lobby of Building 26B. Ms. Othelia Jones, President of the Riverbay Board of Directors, will be our guest. This is the first meeting of the New Year, so please

make an effort to attend and find out what the Board plans for this year and how it will affect the cooperators in these difficult economic times. The Annual Membership Drive will be conducted in the building lobbies on the evenings of January 21, 22, & 23. Please

pay your dues of $5 per family for 2009. The Executive Board thanks the volunteers who decorated the lobbies so beautifully for the holidays. Many thanks also to the volunteers who collected for the porters. We are still in need of floor captains in each section. Please see your section

Chairperson to volunteer your services. We are also requesting that you suggest activities that will enhance our quality of life. Please submit any suggestions that you may have to the Board. HELP US TO SERVE YOU! —Virginia Stewart

Happy New Year to all, we hope your holidays were joyous! As we reflect back on 2008, the Association met with many challenges some good and some bad, but through it all, we survived. As we enter into a brand new year comes new visions and new ideas

for the association. We are looking forward to working with all the people of Building 8 as we tackle old and new situations. On Wednesday, January 28, Building 8 Association will hold its first meeting of the New Year, our main topic of discussion will

be, floor captains. We will start the collection for the annual association dues; we hope all will attend this meeting. Safety Tip: Please be mindful of whom you buzz into the building. The buzzer system is a safety system that is put in place to

help keep uninvited persons out of the building, and to help maintain a safe environment within the building. Remember, we must all do our part to ensure that our building remains, and is kept in a safe environment. —Gwendolyn Allen

Building 8 Association

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE

Riverbay Safety Flash Shoveling Snow

Tips for shoveling

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2049 Bartow Avenue, Rm #31 Bronx, NY 10475 See you there! For more information and to attend, contact: Denise Portela 914-420-5893 (Event Chairperson) Fourportela@aol.com Darlyn C. Davis 718-547-5064 *2113 (Coordinator, Special Events, ACS) Darlyn.Davis@cancer.org Michelle Sajous 718-320-3532 (Director of Community Relations, Riverbay) Msajous@riverbaycorp.com

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Bldg. & Apt.

List Date:

List #:

Gar#:

26B-09B 26B-11B 26B-19B

11/23/2004 5/25/2004 1/31/2005

165 149 172

G8 G8 G8

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26C-08C 26C-14E 26C-20A 27A-22F

27B-05F 27B-12C 27B-16E

27C-03B 27C-04E 27C-06E 27C-08E

4/19/2004

1/31/2005 10/27/2004 8/28/2003 9/15/2003

9/25/2003 7/1/2004 2/17/2004

3/8/2004 3/25/2004 2/21/2004 12/20/2004

144

171 162 127

129

130 154 137

141 142 139 167

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27C-17B 27C-18E 27C-23F 27C-26D

9/2/2003 10/28/2003 8/6/2004 11/25/2003

27C-12C

30A-07A 30A-11J 30A-13F 30A-24A

G8 G8 G8 G8

31A-11F 31A-15E 31A-18F

G8 G8 G8

30B-08C 30B-09B 30B-17A 30B-17H

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164 173 146 143

G8 G8 G8 G8

128 131 157 132

1/20/2005 2/28/2004 5/20/2004 10/28/2004

170 140 147 163

1/7/2005 1/23/2004 5/20/2004

169 135 148

G8 G8 G8 G8

G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8

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List Date: 2/17/2004 8/23/2004

List #: 138 158

Gar#: G8 G8

33-03M 33-05D 33-08A 33-11J 33-12H 33-16K 33-17E 33-18B 33-24J 33-27H 33-32L 33-33L 40-14B 40-28A

2/18/2005 12/1/2004 6/15/2004 1/7/2005 7/19/2004 12/29/2003 6/22/2004 10/13/2004 1/20/2004 10/21/2004 8/27/2003 6/3/2004 2/25/2005 1/18/2006

174 166 152 168 155 133 153 160 134 161 126 150 175 151

G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8 G8

31B-11J 31B-12B 31B-23C

9/15/2004 2/17/2004 5/11/2004

159 136 145

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Riverbay’s Succession Rights summarized 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 moving-out of the cooperator. Our policy follows DHCR rules and explains succession rights to Coop 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 at this time 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.” “I am very happy to see Riverbay making effort to comply with the state’s rules especially in the area of succession,” said Leticia Morales, Riverbay’s Board President. “I hope that shareholders familiarize themselves with these rules and make every effort to protect themselves and their family members.” 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, 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.” 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-inlaw of the primary cooperator. “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

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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 or 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.

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Church of the New Vision

Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of New Vision Church extend a warm and friendly welcome 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. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday from 7:00 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. List of Programs and Event: Adult Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the First Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place the Second Sunday of the month.

Seniors Sunday - the Fifth Sunday of the month. Midday Bible Study - every Tuesday from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Come join New Vision’s Partners in Reading Program every Sunday from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in grades 1 to 8 enjoy, explore, and improve reading 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 2009 Women’s Retreat, ‘Be Still and Know I am God’, will be held at Sandy Cove Retreat and Conference Center, North East, Maryland, Thursday,

April 16 thru Saturday, April 18. Price: Double $350/pp, Triple $325/pp & Quad $300/pp. Prices include two night/two day accommodations, six meals, transportation and retreat materials. A deposit of $75 is now due. We look forward to three days of anointing services and workshops and returning home with a renewed spirit. For further information, contact Sis. K. Canty at (718) 220-8512 or L. Scott at 718 671-2623. Church of New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. —Sister Gloria Reece

A delegation from the WFP Co-op City Chapter met with and presented WFP’s proposals to State Senator Ruth HassellThompson. The Party hopes it can convince our Senator, as well as a majority of state legislators, of the merits of its proposals and prevail on our Governor to adopt them. It plans to do so with mass lobbying in Albany, together with unions and community organizations in the coming weeks. To solve a projected state budget deficit of $12.5 billion, our new Governor, David Paterson, is proposing to lay-off thousands of workers, increase taxes, tolls, tuitions, slash services, etc. The major burden of his proposals will fall on working people, the ones least able to afford. Far from solving our state’s fiscal woes it will, in fact, exac-

erbate it. By reducing the tax base, it will further decrease state’s income, and at the same time, drive families onto the welfare rolls, into homeless shelters and hospital emergency rooms. This will place additional strain on state’s resources. In spite of such obvious faults, the Governor inexplicably refuses to consider tapping the one source of revenue that could help the state - the rich. The wealthy millionaires have seen their taxes cut by half in the last thirty years from 15% to the same rate as those earning $25,000, 6 3/4%. At the same time, their income has almost doubled in the last years while ours have barely kept up with inflation. It has been estimated that those cuts have cost the state as much as $17 billion annually.

The Working Families Party is proposing graduated modest tax increases for the wealthy. Those earning above $250,000 would see their state personal income tax increase by as little as 1.4% to as much as 3.45%. The WFP proposed increases would be much less than before they were cut many years ago and would be comparable to rates in other states throughout our country. However, they could generate an additional $5 billion annually. Such additional income would make a big dent in the state’s $12.5 billion shortfall and therefore could allow the Governor to ease many of the onerous portions of his proposals. On Sunday, January 18th, the Co-op City Coalition for Obama - the WFP Co-

op City Chapter is a member - will hold a victory party, Obama Pre-Inauguration Dance, from 5 - 10 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center Auditorium. Everyone is invited to join. Donations of $25 for tickets will be accepted. For tickets, call 718-320-8254 or 718-379-5874. Some seats are still available to Washington DC, on Tuesday, January 20th, to join millions to witness and celebrate Obama’s Inauguration. To reserve a seat on the bus, call 718-320-8254. The WFP Co-op City Chapter’s next meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 27th, in Einstein Center, Rm. 35. at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend and join a new voice of working families, WFP. —Judy Roberson

As we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday this coming Monday, let us pause to reflect on his work and his challenge to us. Congressman Joseph Crowley and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto are hosting a special viewing on January 20th at Dreiser Auditorium of the Inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. Because seating is limited, please call (718) 931-1400 to reserve your ticket. Door opens at 10:30 a.m.

Our next general membership meeting will be on Thursday, January 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the back of the building (in the Voting Room). Building 13 Association is going to see Ain’t Misbehavin’ at Lehman Performance Center on Saturday, May 16, featuring American Idol winner Ruben Studdard and Frenchie Davis. To get your tickets, contact: 1) Leslie Peterson at (718) 320-1370 2) Lorraine Holmes at (917) 207-

8648 3) Robin Frazier at (646) 5795766 for tickets. Please observe the following quality-of-life regulations: a) NO DOG is allowed in the apartment; b) NO LOITERING in the lobby and on the stairways. c) NO SELLING in the lobby. Period. d) NO VANDALIZING the stairs

and the elevators. Unannounced “police sweeps” are conducted day and night to enforce these rules. Report any criminal activities to the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411 and/or Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 3203050. For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1. NEW- For traffic update, call 5-1-1. “If you see something, say something.” —Olubiyi Sehindemi (Mr. B)

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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. CHURCH SCHEDULE Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - every first and third Sunday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study - Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE AT THE CHURCH’S ANNEX: 2053 ASCH LOOP NORTH (CO-OP CITY) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-10:00 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.-8:30 p.m. OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: January 23-24 –Friday, 9:00 p.m. – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. The Deacon Ministry’s All-Night Praise Service. Please join us for this extended service of adoration, confession, thanks and supplication, as we praise God, give Him glory, repent for our sins, express our gratitude and ask in humility for the fulfillment of our needs. The next meeting of the Soul Sisters Reading Network has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at the Annex to read and discuss The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. A very interesting read! RSVP your attendance at cpcsisters@aol.com by January 29th. Saturday, March 7th: Join CPC Tours for a visit to the Annual Philadelphia Flower Show. The theme this year is “Bella Italia.” Displays depict the flower fields of San Remo, the sparkling canals of Venice, the fashionable runways of Milan, the formal gardens of ancient Rome and the inspirational artwork of Florence. Visit the Reading Terminal Market and shop at Franklin Mills. Tickets: $55/adults; $45/children (up to 14 years of age), available by calling CPC Tours, 671-1182. Wednesday, March 25th – Join CPC Tours at the Millennium Theater, Sight and Sound, Lancaster, PA to

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

The Retirees welcomes new members, so come join us. Annual dues of $20 are being accepted now for 2009. We are located at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475 in Co-op City. Monthly meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium A at 1:30 p.m. For information regarding all trips and events, you may call 718-379-0377. SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES FOR 2009: THEATER TRIPS: January 24: Doo Wop Night at Lehman College, $55 The van will leave from the deli on Dreiser Loop at 7:30 p.m. April 25: Dionne Warwick at Queen’s College, $57 For information and reservations, see the Theater Committee in Room 19 on Thursday afternoons. SAVE THE DATE! The Retirees presents an exciting trip to Las Vegas, May 27–June 10. The trip features deluxe motorcoach transportation, 14 nights lodging including 4 consecutive nights in a Las Vegas casino hotel, 18 meals, gaming and sightseeing on the famous Vegas Strip and much more. All for only $1225 per person, double occupancy. There are a few seats left. Reserve now and insure your place for this wonderful experience. The fourth payment is due now. For information and reservations, call Eleanora Jones @ 718-671-5707. The Retirees sends their love and get well wishes to our president, Lennie Murrell. The Retirees extend their sympathy and condolences to the family of Willie Bowman who passed away on New Year’s Day. We also extend our sympathy and prayers to Deacon Joyce Hamilton-Williams on the passing of her sister-in-law. To notify the Retirees of illness or bereavement, contact Elinor Gordon at 718-379-8755. —Virginia Stewart

Community Protestant Church see Behold the Lamb. Dinner at Good N’ Plenty Restaurant. Shopping at Tanger Outlets. Ticket: $115 available by calling (718) 862-9172. COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CELEBRATES ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY Look where the Lord has brought us from! We will celebrate 40 years of steadfast, devoted Christian service on April 19. Many activities and programs are planned in observance of this great milestone in the life of our church and we invite the community to come and celebrate with us on the following dates: Sunday, February 15th at 3:30 p.m. – Pre-Anniversary Service. Our Guest Preacher will be Reverend Peter Wilson, Mount Zion Christian Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, NY.

21 Saturday, March 21st, 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Anniversary Banquet at Villa Barone Manor. Sunday, March 29th at 3:30 p.m. – Pre-Anniversary Service. Friday, April 17th at 7:30 p.m. – Pre-Anniversary Service. Our Guest Preacher will be Rev. Dr. Phillip Joubert, Sr., Community Baptist Church, Bayside, NY. Sunday, April 19th at 11:00 a.m. – 40th Anniversary of Community Protestant Church. Sunday, April 19th at 3:30 p.m. – Gospel Extravaganza. For additional information, contact the church at (718) 862-9172. —Evan G. Mitchell

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Municipal Credit Union is offering local high school students entering college a chance to win a scholarship to help finance their education. MCU is offering an impressive 52 awards – fifty $1,000 grants and two $5,000 Memorial scholarships honoring Charles Faulding and Julian I. Garfield, former MCU Board members. To be eligible, students must be graduating high school seniors attending college for the first time, be a member themselves, or a child or grandchild of an MCU member in good standing. Applicants will be judged based on their academic performance, extracurricular and community activities, references and an essay question regarding their personal goals. Applications must be returned to MCU no later than next Friday, January 23, 2009. If the student applying is a member of MCU themselves, they will also automatically be entered into statewide Credit Union League and Metropolitan District competitions for additional $500 scholarships. Applications are available at all MCU branches, online at www.nymcu.org, or by requesting one by mail. Chartered in 1916 Municipal Credit Union is one of the oldest and largest credit unions in the country with close to $1.4 billion in assets and almost 310,000 members. It offers a full range of financial services. MCU serves New York City employees, State and Federal employees who work in the five boroughs; health care employees in New York State, as well as other industry groups, and certain family members as well.

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Our meeting will be held at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center—Room 8, 9:30 a.m. (Sundays) Church telephone: (718) 6440951; Pastoral counseling: Wednesday evenings by appointment ONLY; email: fatwcc@aol.com. Weekly Worship Experiences: Thursday Bible Study—Resumed JANUARY 8 Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays.

Rehearsals: Acapella Angels Children’s Choir following Worship 2nd and 3rd Sundays. Church Motto: “We are ChristCentered, Family-Focused with, Power and Authority.” Church Mission: 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. Come worship with us—where we honor tradition but are not bound by it!

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s 4th Annual Memorial—January 18: Join Faith @ Work and Pastor Jenkins as we resolve to remember a legitimate Faith and Social Justice Leader, Dr. King. Pastor Jenkins will be preaching one of Dr. King’s Sermons as she has done for the last four years. This year’s sermons is Guidelines for a Constructive Church! You will be surprised how much really hasn’t changed in 43 years. Join us and prepare to serve oth-

ers on the National Commemoration of Dr. King’s birthday, January 19. 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. —Pastor Deborah Jenkins

Church of God’s Children and its Pastors, Archbishop Angelo and Bishop Nancy Rosario, invite you to come and worship with us every Sunday at 1:00 p.m. for a great time with our Lord and Savior. We are at 127 Dreiser Loop – Shopping Center lower level near the Montefiore Health Center. 718-790-9120. Sunday Bible School for all ages – 11:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service – 1 p.m. Sunday – Worship for Spanish speaking congregants, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Bible Studies for adults, youth & Children – Spanish, 9:30 a.m.; English, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday – Bible Studies – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday –Prayer Hour – 7:00-8:00 p.m.; 12-Step fellowship at 159 Dreiser Loop.

Friday – Spiritual Warfare Bible Studies – 7:00 p.m. March 12, 13, 14, we will be at the Southeast Texas Spiritual Warfare Conference in Beaumont, Texas at the MCM Elegante Hotel, presenting workshops on spiritual warfare. For information and registration, go to www.spiritualwarfareteam.com, you can register and make all your reservations online. Someone once wrote and said that “The event in our lives happens in a sequence in time, but in their significance to ourselves, they find their own order…the continuous thread of revelation. Wouldn’t it be boring if our lives were completely linear? How dull to have completely worked through each experience and trauma right when it happened? Yet,

we all become resentful when old skeletons that we believe were long since buried begin to rattle their bones. How inconvenient when the effects of events that happened at age five or so begin to erupt at age thirty-five or so. How disquieting when memories long hidden from consciousness signal us that they are ready to be worked through! Can we believe that our own

inner process and God’s wisdom knows when we are ready to deal with old issues? Can we trust that the very fact that they are coming up is an indication of how much we have grown and how strong we are? There is something within me, the Holy Spirit that knows more than I know. Trusting it can only result in healing. —Bishop Nancy Rosario

The Parkchester Chorus, the oldest ecumenical chorus in the Bronx, has moved to the First Presbyterian Church at Throggs Neck on East Tremont Avenue, accessed from Dudley Avenue. Under the experienced and talented direction of Lorraine C. Nanko, the spring program is planned as a salute to optimism and positive attitudes, including a tribute to songs of the 1930’s and a celebration of Mendelssohn’s 200th anniversary. The concert is meant to identify both the spirit of the season and the spirit of the Parkchester Chorus. Faced with a proposed 300% rent increase at its previous home, the chorus, a not-for-profit organization, had no choice but to seek a new location to rehearse and First Presbyterian Church at Throggs Neck opened its door. The Parkchester Chorus provides the opportunity for learning and performing choral music and giving back to the community through community outreach concerts. The members of the Parkchester

Chorus are not professional musicians, but everyday people--friends and neighbors. In the past, the chorus was invited to perform beautiful and memorable concerts in combination with other noted choruses such as the Riverdale Choral Society and the Columbus High School Alumni Chorus, and the Bronx Concert Orchestra. On the third Sunday in May, the chorus performs its annual spring concert, and on the second Sunday in December, a free concert is offered in celebration of the December holiday season. “Mozart and Friends” was a theme celebrated in the spring of 2006 while another year, selections by Gilbert and Sullivan were highlighted. The choir will be rehearsing on Mondays starting on January 12, at 8:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church at Throggs Neck. Please join us. For further information, please call 718-320-2790 and leave a message or visit the church’s website at http://www.parkchesterchorus.org.

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JASA SENIOR LUNCH MENU

JASA SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAM OF CO-OP CITY

Monday, January 19

Bartow

Gloria Wise

Dreiser

MARTIN LUTHER KING

CLOSED

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., 1/12

CLOSED

Tues., 1/13

Apple Juice, Stuffed Cabbage, Couscous, Collard Greens

Curry Chicken, Baked Potato, Mixed Veggies

Rye Bread, Diced Pears

Pot Roast w/Gravy, Noodles, Green Beans

Whole Wheat Bread, Fruited Jello

Chicken Cutlet, Spanish Rice, Tossed Salad w/dressing

Rye Bread, Bananas

Wednesday, January 21

Tuesday, January 20

Wed., 1/14 Thurs., 1/15

Current Events

Dominoes

10:00 in rm. 31

10:00 in rm. 49

Alert & Alive

Bingo

Tai Chi

10:30 in rm. 7

11:00 in Rm. 31

11:00 in rm. 49

Bingo

Dominos

Bingo

10:00 in rm. 4

10:30 in rm. 31

1:00 in rm. 49

Bingo

Dominoes

11:00 in rm. 31

10:00 in rm. 49

Stay Well Exercise

Spelling Bee

10-11, rm. 31

10:00 in rm. 49

*Schedule subject to change without notice. We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

11:00 in rm. 2

Art

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066 ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 Gloria Wise Center (718) 671-5161

NORC Lecture Series Part II

11-12, rm. 31

1:00 in rm. 7

Word Games

10:30 in rm. 35

Merry Melodies

cancelled until further notice

Financial Management (lecture given by JP Morgan Chase Bank).

Line Dancing

Upcoming Trip

10:30 – 11:30, rm. 31 cancelled until further notice

12:30 in rm. 31

Dominoes

Thursday, January 22

Whole Wheat Bread, Pineapple Tidbits

Spanish Practice Class

Dominos

Dominoes

10:00 in rm. 49

10:30 in rm. 31

Stay Well

Bingo

10:00 in rm.45

11:00 in rm. 31

Bereavement Sup Grp

Line Dancing

Merry Melodies

10:00 in Aud. A (at Dreiser)

1:15pm in Church of the Savior

10:00 in Aud. A

cancelled until further notice

Drama Club Bingo

1:30 in rm. 7

1:00 pm in rm. 49

“Movie Madness” 9:30 a.m. rm. 31

Dominoes

Friday, January 23

Orange Juice, Cream of Mushrooms Chix Noodle Soup, Soup, Tilapia Fish, Breaded Pollack, Peas & Corn, Twisted Pasta, Tossed Salad w/dressing Cauliflower & Broccoli

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Tai Chi

Line Dancing

Fri., 1/16

Beef Noodle Soup, Spanish Omelet, O’Brien Potatoes, Broccoli Florets Cranberry Juice, Cranberry Chicken, Garlic Macaroni, Glazed Carrots

Art

10:00 in rm. 49

10:00 in rm.38 (At Einstein)

Art

9:00 in rm. 7 10:00 in rm.38

Meditative Moments

Bingo

11:00 in rm. 2

Bingo 10:30 in rm. 31

Crochet & Knitting

1:00 pm in rm. 49

Spelling Bee 11:00 in rm. 31

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To register for trips and classes, please call

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Learn How To: • Protect yourself from identify theft • Protect your savings/investments • Safely invest your money • Leave your legacy to your family and

not the government Wednesday, January 21, from 1 p.m. 3 p.m. at Dreiser Auditorium To register for this free lecture, please call the Bartow Office at 718-320-2066.

EMPIRE CITY - YONKERS RACEWAY GAMBLING - THURSDAY, JANUARY 29. Bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Einstein, 10:15 a.m. from Bartow, and 10:30 a.m. from Dreiser. Departure from

Empire City is at 4 p.m. Please board the bus 15 minutes before scheduled departure. Price: $25. Participants will get back a $10 food coupon/$5 free play voucher. Payment due no later than January 23.

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Have your taxes done FREE by Certified Tax Preparers at The Citizen’s Advice Bureau Bronx Works, located at 391 East 149th Street, Suite 520, Bronx, NY 10455 and contact Yadira Gonzalez at 718-993-8880, Ext. 238. Starting January

22--April 13, Mondays & Thursdays, 3 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! For more details, flyers are at the Bartow office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, and at each senior center.

Swimmers, Please Note

Due to the lack of participants, effective Friday, February 6, swimming classes during the winter season will be the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. We will no longer take payments in advance for the month. For further details, please call the Bartow office, (718) 320-2066.

Blood Pressure

Trained volunteers are providing FREE blood pressure screenings to the 60+ community. Conveniently, located at all three of the Co-op City community centers. All you need is to become a member by simply filling out a short application form available at any of the local centers.

Locations & Schedule: 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday @ 10:00 a.m. to noon.; 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room TBA, every 2nd & 4th Wednesday @ 10:00 a.m. to noon; 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday @ 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Co-op City Times / January 17, 2009

WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATIONS Adler Place Association: Tues., 1/20; 6:00 pm. (Bartow Room 28)

CULTURE & ARTS African-American Yoga Practice: Thurs., 1/22; 6:30 pm (Dreiser Room 2)

HOBBIES Co-op City Duplicate Bridge: Wed., 1/21; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room 9)

RELIGIOUS Circle of Christ Church: Fri., 1/23; 6:00 pm (Bartow Room 31) & Sun., 1/25; 9:00 am (Bartow Room 31)

Church of the New Vision Bible Study: Sun., 1/25; 9:00 am (Einstein Rm. 38) Deeper Life Bible Church: Tues., 1/20; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room 1) Faith @ Work Christian Church, Bible Study Church Service: Thurs., 1/22; 5:00 pm and Sun., 1/25; 8:00 am (Dreiser Rm 8)

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 1/25; 10:00 am (Einstein Room 35) Greater Love Baptist Church: Sun., 1/25; 2:30 pm (Dreiser Rm. 1) Harvest Restoration Ministries: Wed., 1/21; 6:00 pm, Fri., 1/23; 6:00 pm & Sun., 1/25; 10:00 am (Dreiser Rm. 10)

SCOUTS Girl Scouts Council of Greater New York: New York, Fri., 1/23; - 3:00 pm (Dreiser Rooms 1, 2, 9 and 10)

SENIORS Seniors Nutrition Program: Mon -Fri., 1/19 - 1/23; 8:00 am (Bartow Rm. 31, Dreiser Rm. 4; Einstein Rm. 49)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 1/20; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Rm. 4)

SPORTS Black Forum Aerobics & Track Practice: Wed., 1/21; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Loop Aud. A, B, C)

New York Lyons Athletic Club: Tues., 1/20; & Thurs., 1/22; 5:30 pm (Einstein Room 45)

Zodiac Track Team: Tues., 1/20; & Thurs., 1/22; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A, B, C)

Baychester Library Events Adult Film • Today, Saturday, January 17, 24 & 31 • 2:00 pm Game On – Monday, January 26 • 3:00 p.m. for all ages Teens Tag — Tuesday, January 20 • 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day — Library Closed Tuesday, January 20 — President Barack Obama’s Inauguration Kids Reading Aloud — Wednesday, January 21 • 3:30 p.m. Chess for Everyone — Thursday, January 22, 29 • 3:30 pm

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FYI: AARP is planning to work with Congress and the new administration to bring needed change. AARP is asking the new Congress to kick off the new session by making progress in their first 100 days to: stimulate the economy to help older Americans & others struggling with the financial crisis; ensure that all Americans have access to affordable, quality health care; protect Americans facing, or on the brink of foreclosure; ensure individuals have the option to receive long-term care services; protect employee pensions; strengthen Social Security; expand and protect the rights of older workers in the workforce; and ensure affordable housing and safe, accessible transportation options to people of all ages. AARP is asking you to take action today, because when AARP activists reach out, Congress listens. To notify the AARP Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, (718) 671-5493. 2009 ACTIVITIES: January 15 (Thursday) – Atlantic City Casino w/an American Bandstand Review; $45/person with $20 in coins and $5 food voucher. Check-in at 7:30 a.m. in front of the Library (Asch Loop). Call Wini, 718671-6386, for details. May 6 – 9 – Washington, DC to visit

the Spy and Media Museum; and a show at the Kennedy Theater w/2 meals; $770/double; $980/single. Contact Daisy, 718-671-3241. June 10 (Wednesday) – Dine on the Rip Van Winkle Flyer thru the Catskill Mountains with shopping at Woodbury Commons - $85/person. Contact Daisy, 718-671-3241. August 30 – September 6 – Navigator of the Seas (Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines) – Ports of Call: Rome, Genoa (Italy), Nice (France), Barcelona, Palma deMallorca (Spain) and Sardinia, Rome (Italy); includes cruise, roundtrip air from JFK Airport, taxes and insurance; PASSPORT REQUIRED; Deposit $250 NOW DUE; Additional information to be given at the January 12, AARP Chapter meeting. Contact Jean, (718) 379-3742. REMEMBER: All trips, 2 or more days, must be completely paid 45 days before departure. You don’t have to be a member of AARP to reserve any of the trips listed. Signing your name for a trip does not insure you a seat on the bus — your “PAYMENT” will hold a seat for you. First come, first seated, so be prompt with your promise to pay or lose your spot. —Delores A. Debnam

The van operates Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call 718-320-2069 to make your reservations. Our next general membership meeting is Sunday, January 25th, at 1:00 p.m., Room #4. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. Important topics will be discussed. We sold the Invacare R/2 motorized wheelchair. We now have a Jazzy motorized wheelchair for sale. Come into the office and check it out. Sunday, February 8th, we will be holding our annual Chinese luncheon. Watch this column for further details. Our flea market is open all year around,

from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We have many items for sale. There are all occasion cards for 25¢ each, soft covered books 5 for $1 and hard covered books for $1 each. For a nominal donation, you can purchase inmemory-of or in-honor-of cards. New merchandise arrives daily so come into the office and look around. As of January 1st, dues for the year 2009 is due. If you wish to join our organization, come into the office and fill out a membership application. Dues for the year is $12. Get well wishes to those who are ill. Pennies, pennies, pennies—please bring them into the office. —Arlene Dermansky

Monday, January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. We honor his memory and his prophetic dream of this nation one day being a nation united, regardless of racial barriers, and the fruition of that dream through President Barack Obama taking office on January 20th. May his dreams continue to flourish through the first black President of the United States.

At this time, we have not chosen a casino for our Atlantic City trip on February 12th. The cost of the trip is still $25. We will give the complete package and casino in our next article. Please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Lydia at 718-6712-3005 or Loretta at 718-671-2958 for memorial, as well as information for Atlantic City. Good health is wished to all. Stay safe.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5, 115 Einstein Loop, welcomes you to pray with them. NOTE: Regular office hours on Wednesday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and on Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, January 23, is no later than 4:44 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, January 17, at 5:46 p.m.

Coming Events: The community is always invited and welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. Saturday, January 10 at 4 p.m.—Rabbi Daniel Kroengold’s class. Sunday, January 18 at 1:30 p.m.— Sisterhood is sponsoring a card and dessert party. Come on down and spend a fun afternoon with your friends at Traditional

Synagogue. The cost is $3.50 per person. Monday, January 19—Happy birthday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Monday, February 2 at 1:00 p.m.— Sisterhood General Membership Meeting. Sunday, February 15 at 1:30 p.m.— Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3 per person. See you there! Good and Welfare: Happy birthday and anniversary greet-

ings to all who are celebrating during January. With the beginning of a new year comes the obligation of paying membership dues to the Traditional Synagogue. Dues for a family is $250/Annum and $125 for a single. Please consider joining and we can help each other. Shalom! —Miriam Evelyn Berlofsky

The next general membership meeting is on Tuesday, February 3, at 7 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. The Coalition continues to plan activities that will enhance the quality of life in our community. Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition. Phone number, 718-320-1861. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining an improving the quality of life of cooperators and

providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association, Church of the Savior, Co-op City Baptist Church, Faith @ Work Christian Church, Gloria Wise Community Center, Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club, NAACP, Co-op City Branch, Retirees of

Dreiser Loop, St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application

which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president. Read Coalition’s weekly column for the information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition motto is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.” The Coalition wishes everyone a healthy, and prosperous new year. —Harman T. Leacock

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its regular scheduled monthly meeting on Thursday, January 15, in the Bartow Center, Room #28 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members attend this very important meeting as discussions will center around our future plans for the upcoming year. Come and help us prepare our ventures for the New Year. Please attend. Monday, January 19, will be the

observance of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. Let us all reflect on this marvelous man and his accomplishments. He was a pioneer for justice and peace. Some of his ideals are being realized today. He was a man for all people. One of a kind. Tuesday, January 20, will be Inauguration Day for President-elect Barack Obama. It will be a day of jubilation for all citizens in this country. We go

on record as supporting his efforts to confront the problems facing him with the economy, the war in Afghanistan, healthcare, and the many other challenges that he will face in his first term. He has certainly selected a fine Cabinet and White House staff to help him coordinate his efforts to succeed. The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club cordially invites you to attend the 6th Annual St. Valentine’s Day Dance on

Saturday, February 14, in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium B. The cost is $30 per person (including set-ups). The time is 4:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Music will be provided by DJ Carol Productions. For ticket information, please contact Gloria Clarke at 379-5430, Sylvia Polite at 3202837, or Barbara Irby at 379-9294. A good time will be had by all on the annual observance of Valentine’s Day. —George T. Clarke

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Pastor Anthony Davis and Pastor Andrée Davis, cofounders of Harvest Restoration Ministries, Inc., extend to you a warm invitation to come and worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us. We are a community oriented non-denominational church that preaches and teaches the Bible in an exegetical style. Our focus is to teach members of the ministry to use biblical doctrines in a practical sense to be a blessing to both the home and the community. We are establishing nursing home ministries in the local area, as well as a Christian fraternity called FBIC (Firm Believers in Christ). The fraternity will be geared towards teaching men to take responsibility in the care and development of their families and community.

Harvest Restoration Ministries We also have the Tahilla Karar Praise Dance Ministry, which seeks young people of the community to come and join that they may learn to praise God and express themselves through the art of praise dance in our yearly Gospel Concerts. We meet at: 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 10. Order of Services: Sunday School – 11:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship – 12:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study – 7:30 p.m. Family Night – 7:30 p.m. (on selected Fridays) Children’s Church – every 2nd Sunday of every month Communion – every 1st Sunday of every month

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Praise the Lord, everyone. God is our source. His Word gives us the instructions we need to make it in this world. The Bible is our road map through the journey of life. We trust and pray that everyone is following through on the positive changes they promised to make in the New Year. There is so much change that takes place in January. I believe that if you can make it for a month, then you can continue for another month, and through the duration of the entire year. There is also going to be a change in government. We pray that God will give the President-elect wisdom to lead. So many people are looking for positive

change and improvement in this country. Well, we are going to look to the Lord first, and then pray for those in authority. Let us now go into the Word of God. We are going to be coming from the book of Mark 10:24-31. 24 And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! 25 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 26 And they were astonished out of measure, saying among themselves, Who then can be saved?

27 And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible. 28 Then Peter began to say unto him, Lo, we have left all, and have followed thee. 29 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel’s, 30 But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life. 31 But many that are first shall be

last; and the last first. Invitations: Our church doors open tomorrow at 10 a.m. for Bible School. The Worship Service starts at 11 a.m. Minister Vernon Little will be bringing forth a word. Holy Communion will be served following the Worship Service. If you would like to come out and pray with us today, please come to the church at 3 p.m. for our Saturday afternoon Prayer Service. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop on the lower level of shopping center #1. Our phone# is (718) 671-3627. Please come out and join us. Everyone is welcome! Jesus loves you, and so do we! —Min. Vernon Little

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Coop City Baptist Church family invite the community to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. worship and at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for adults and children will be held at 9:15 a.m. Bible class and prayer service is held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible study also is held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and at 7:30 p.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 on the lower level. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org to find our about our ministries and programs. For your travel needs, please visit www.ccbctravel.com.

Next Sunday, January 24th, we will have our Installation of Officers service at 3:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Larry Washington, Pastor of Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church, in Huntington, Long Island. Everyone is invited to attend this service. “Feast Delivers,” hosted by the Just For Men Ministry, invites everyone to participate. Make your selection by circling the item(s) on the menu. Add $5 to your total, as a service charge and bring your receipt at pick-up time. The deadline for payment is February 8 and distribution will be at the church on Saturday, February 14th from 11 a.m. to noon. This month, the feast has a chicken cutlet dinner special for $15. Checks are accepted, made out to the Co-op City Baptist Church.

“Save the Date” - Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, for the Ultimate Dining Cruise. We are inviting everyone to join us for dinner on the “Elegant Spirit Cruises” hosted by the Building Fund Ministry of the Co-op City Baptist Church. Adults - $125; Children age 2-12 - $55. We invite you to join us for good food, music and fellowship. A $25 nonrefundable deposit is required. Final payment is due April 1. For information, call 718- 320-3774. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them on a five day French Canadian Tour August 3 -8. Two days will be spent in Montreal and two days in Quebec. Seven meals are included. Enjoy guided tours of Quebec City and the Beaupre Coast, visits to Montreal’s Olympic Park and the Copper

Museum, as well as admission to Notre Dame Academy. The cost of the trip is $995/single, $775/double and $725/triple occupancy. A $100 deposit is required by February 15. For additional information, call the church. The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center’s Saturday Tutoring Program offers small group tutoring for students in the 2nd to 5th. We will be offering preparation for the 3rd, 4th, and 5tth Grade Math State tests which will be held in March. Tutoring is held 3 to 5 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 51 (lower level). Tuition is $50 a month. Registration is held during program hours. For additional information, call 718671- 8449 or 917-620-2859.

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Four years have passed since Israel withdrew from Gaza in an effort to reassure Palestinians of the Jewish state's willingness to exchange land for peace. Since that time, Hamas and Palestinian militants in the strip have launched more than 6,000 rockets and mortars at innocent Israelis. Surely the U. S. would never accept Canadian terrorist attacks on upstate New Yorkers without a prompt response. This is our government's duty; to protect us. Why can't Israel do the same without being labeled the bad guy? Everyone has a right to live in peace and security. The residents of Sderot and

Ashkelon have not known peace in four years. Until the last two weeks, Israel refrained from fighting back with no legitimate response from the international community. The UN Human Rights Council, a farce of an organization, comprised almost entirely of members of the Arab League yet to condemn Hamas’ attacks on innocent Israelis. As Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livnfi told the world, “enough is enough.” We must react to people who fire on us. That is how all other countries would act, and that is what we must do.

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 120 Benchley Place, Building 24 (street level). Sunday School for all ages at 10:30. Mid-Day Service begins at 11:30 a.m. Sunday evening Evangelistic service begins at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday night prayer begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday night Bible Study starts at 7:30 p.m. If you are traveling by bus, take the #26, 28, &QBX#1 to Co-op City Blvd. to Bellamy Loop, turn right at Benchly Place to Building 24. By car, turn right on Bellamy Loop, then right at the stop sign at Benchley Place to Building 24. The Power of Faith. We must never neglect the importance of faith in our Christian life or the importance of prayer and fasting to strengthen it. Mark 9:23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. God’s Power Is Available. Jesus turned this man’s words back to him. It was not a question of whether He could. The question was whether the father would believe that He could do the work. Jesus attached the miracle that was sought to the power of faith. Faith activates the working of the power of God within a person. God deliv-

ers His promises in the package of faith. Moreover, we can only receive the gifts He gives through the power of faith. Hebrews 11 defines the importance of active faith in the life of the believer. When faith is activated, it accomplishes many things. Faith obtains a good report (verse 2). Faith perceives God’s divine design (verse 3) Faith presents a more excellent sacrifice (verse 4). Faith propels us from the temporal to the eternal (verse 5). Faith acts on the promises of God (verses 8-22). Faith overcomes tremendous odds (verses 29-30). “But without faith it is impossible to please Him” (Hebrews 11:6). Many times the only thing that stands between the promise given and the power received is the absence of faith. Without faith, it is impossible to please God. Without faith, it is impossible to receive from God. “For he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6) For further information, call Rev. Richard Sibblies at (718) 324-0334 or 718320-4218.

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Saturday services are continuing, weather permitting. Our thanks to those people who attended services this past Saturday. Please try to attend whenever possible. We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue that all are welcome to our Saturday 9 a.m. service. Try to take a Saturday and come to

services when you can. Donations are always in order. Frieda will be in the office Monday from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Get well wishes to all who are ill. For information regarding the synagogue or questions, please get in touch with Frieda Epstein at 671-3679. Happy & healthy new year to all. —Frieda Epstein

Monday game days will continue as usual for your pleasure. There is always room for new players, canasta, mahjong, rummy-O, etc. For a $3 donation, you can enjoy company and

refreshments. Hoping to meet new players and members. You may call Frieda for any other information at 718-671-3679 —Frieda Epstein

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 320-0844. Weekly Schedule: Sunday: Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Friday: Youth Group 4-6:00 p.m. Young Adults 6:30-9 p.m. The Sunday School leads services every fourth Sunday and the Young Adults lead services every fifth Sunday. Upcoming Events Join the Women’s Guild today, January 17, at 12 p.m. for an afternoon of fun and games. Bring a friend, there is a $5 dona-

tion; soup and sandwiches will be served. The Women’s Guild is selling raffle tickets as a fundraiser. The raffles are a dollar each or a book of 6 for $5. The drawing will take place on Saturday, April 11. Cash prizes will be awarded. Ash Wednesday--We will have two services: one in the morning and one in the evening. Come and get your ashes. January 25: Annual meeting--Service will be shortened and we will have the annual meeting directly after. I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him. (Psalm 89)

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Church of the Savior

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor, Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder, and 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, intercultural, 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. Come worship with us. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please

call us at 718-320-0002 for more information. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building 7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 26, 28, 30 or QBX1 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Place. Church of the Savior family extends happy new year to the entire community. Our love goes out to every person. Feel free to contact us at 718-320-0002, if we can assist you in any way. Rev. Gregory McMillian, Assistant

Pastor, will proclaim God’s anointed word on January 18. Come and be blessed by the man of God. His sermon topic is “Blessings without Limitations.” Thought for the Week – “If you’re far from God in life – you’ll be far from God in death.” Weekly Activity • Thursday – 1:15 p.m. A support group available to persons who grieve the death of a spouse, significant other, child, brother, sister or treasured friend. All sessions are confidential. A caring

environment awaits you. Upcoming Events – • Saturday, January 24, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. – Church of the Savior hosts a blood drive for the New York Blood Center. Dreiser Loop Community Center. You can save a life with the gift of blood. • April 16 and April 17 -- Spring Revival featuring Rev. Dr. Sheldon Williams, Senior Pastor, Co-op City Baptist Church, will be our revivalist. Services begin at 7:00 p.m. Come and be blessed by this man of God.

“Pressing towards the prize” Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the Congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy. Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness. Focus Verse of the Week: Worship the Lord with gladness; come into His presence with singing.— Psalm 100:2 (NRSV) Upcoming Events & Schedule Changes: • Coat & Sweater Drive: We are collect-

ing coats & sweaters. Please bring in your slightly used coats and sweaters, for those in need. They will be distributed on the last Sunday in January after service. We will only be collecting coats & sweaters; no other type of clothing will be accepted due to limited storage. • Saturday, January 17th at 9 a.m. thru noon – Men’s Fellowship & Prayer: The men will be gathering at Full Circle Life – 2429 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, for a time of fasting, prayer, worship & fellowship. Let us prepare our lives to serve our Lord, Jesus Christ, by strengthening our spirit and mind in the New Year. • Sunday, January 18th at 11 a.m. – Martin Luther King Service: Guest Minister, Rev. Alphonse Wyatt of Greater Allen A.M.E. Church. • Saturday, January 31st at 10 a.m. –

Couples Ministry: Elders Derek & Darcel Suite will be hosting our 3rd Couples Meeting. Please join us for a time of fellowship and sharing as we grow spiritually with our mates. All couples are welcomed. Schedule of Service: Sundays: Worship Service 11 a.m. start Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 11 a.m. start. Fridays: Bible Study and Prayer 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Topic: The Call to Follow Christ) Youth Fellowship/Bible Study 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Topic: The Bible from Genesis to Revelations) F Y I: • You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services.

• Circle of Christ Church has opened Children’s Church on Sundays. For ages 4 through 12. Please see Sister Diane Torres or Judy Melendez for more information or if you are interested in volunteering. • The “Little Lambs Ministry” has opened for all parents with small children ages 2 through 4 years of age. The children will be cared for during service after worship. See Sister Esther Colon or Sis. Lynn Afanador for more information. Please pack a snack for your child. Please mail all your inquiries or donations to the following address: Circle of Christ Church, 1304 Beach Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472-1909; or call 718-864-4002. Service Location: 2049 Bartow Avenue – Bartow Mall complex, Room 31, Bronx, NY 10475; Website: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

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2009 can be the year you take the action to deal with your food problem. Do you eat when you're not hungry? Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? If you are interested, Overeaters Anonymous (OA) may be able to help you. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins; we are a fellowship. Meetings: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Newcomers' meetings: first and third Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m., followed by the regular meeting. Co-op City, Young Israel, 147 Dreiser Loop, lower/plaza level of the Dreiser Community Center. Call 866-841-9139, Ext. 2229 for more information.

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We are fortunate to have BVA as the only fine arts organization offering quality art instruction. So shake the winter doldrums and join us in our permanent room, #5, in the Dreiser Loop Center. Let the vibes of creation transport you to joys of accomplishment and pleasure. BVA’s art classes are held on Tuesdays and Saturdays. There are three sessions on Tuesdays to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m. –5:30 p.m. and 5:45 – 7:45 p.m. There are 10 weeks of classes with 20 hours of instruction for $60. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these Tuesday classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at New York University and the Art Students League. He exhibits in the New York and New Jersey area. You can stop by Room 5 in the Dreiser Center any Tuesday to join us and feel the satisfaction of creating your own pictures. Ms. Valli Massenburg is the instructor of the Saturday morning classes. You get 10 weeks of classes, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. with 20 hours of instruction for $60 which is a bargain for what you are receiving. Ms. Massenburg is an accomplished artist who was granted an A.S. Diploma from the Parson School of Design and honed and expanded her artistic skills in numerous media, namely oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, charcoal, pen and ink, etc. BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. Your support – as members, donators, and events’ supporters – is sorely needed and appreciated. So make a donation to Baychester Visual Arts Association, Inc. – it’s tax deductible. Checks can be mailed to BVA, P.O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475. Contact Moses Groves at 201-862-0847 for more information. This program is made possible with public funds from the Bronx Council on the Arts through the New York State Council on the Arts Decentralization Program. . —Sylvia Lochansky

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