Co-op City Times 01/19/13 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 48 No. 3

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Riverbay honors outstanding workers BY BILL STUTTIG For the fifth consecutive year, Riverbay honored its porters and groundskeepers who do the most outstanding job in maintaining the community, according to their supervisors. Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper, who presided over the luncheon ceremonies and personally handed each honored employee their award, explained that in the past, the awards were based on an inspection of each of high rise buildings to determine which buildings were the best maintained and then honor the staff assigned to that building. ‘This year, we changed that up a little bit,” Cooper explained, “to honor individual accomplishments.” The General Manager explained that previously he had received some complaints that those employees not assigned to specific buildings did not have a fair and equal shot at the recognition because they might have been assigned to a roving position assigning them to go where help was needed on a daily basis or instead they worked in areas of the community that were not part of the inspections, such as the garages and the community centers. So this year, the honors included staff

from the garages and the community centers and workers from the Grounds Department who were assigned to different areas of the community on an as-needed basis. A recent reorganization of Riverbay’s operational departments, placing them under an overall operational director which, in turn, created more flexible staffing assignments also made honoring individuals rather than specific assignments a fairer way to judge who deserved the annual merit recognitions. Aside from the award and the luncheon, the recognition also carries with it an extra day off during the year to use whenever the employee chooses. Arthur Taylor, a supervisor for the Buildings and Grounds Department, explained that directors from the various departments got together to judge each porter and groundskeeper on a number of factors, including general performance, but also the willingness to pitch in and help during emergencies such as floods, storms, power outages and other situations where the extra help is needed in keeping the shareholders safe and the buildings and grounds in good condition. Buildings and Grounds Director (Continued on page 20)

Revamped Restoration Department explains improvements to shareholders BY BILL STUTTIG The fifth in a series of monthly management forums held Tuesday evening in Dreiser Center gave shareholders a detailed explanation of the recently revamped Restoration Department procedures and the reported improved services that have resulted from them. Restoration Department Director Edgar Perez joined General Manager Vernon Cooper, Operational Manager Kevin Keenan and a team of Restoration Department supervisors

addressing the approximately 30 shareholders in attendance. Cooper explained that changes were instituted to improve the accountability of the department, to double check the quality of the restoration work on a timely basis, give shareholders a system for expressing their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the work performed, receive prompt follow-up on reported problems and to streamline the procedure for getting apartments ready for (Continued on page 4)

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Capital projects to continue with money from HUD loan BY JIM ROBERTS The historic rebuilding of Co-op City is entering the next phase, thanks to more than $20 million in project work, financed through the low-interest loans achieved through the community’s refinancing with HUD last November. Speaking at a luncheon with more than 1,000 of the community’s seniors on Wednesday at the Dreiser Community Center, management personnel from

Riverbay explained that $23.1 million of the $621.5 million received from Wells Fargo bank and guaranteed by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is now available to continue the work that began more than eight years ago. Herbert Freedman, a principal with Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., the (Continued on page 2)

More than 1,000 shareholders gathered for a luncheon at the Dreiser Community Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16 to hear a presentation about the capital projects being financed by money from the $621.5 million Wells Fargo/HUD loan. Herbert Freedman of Marion Scott Inc. and Vernon Cooper and Gail Badger-Morgan of Riverbay Corp. explained how the projects will proceed in the coming months. Photo by Jim Roberts

Sh oot in g in Sect ion F ive b ein g invest iga t ed b y C C P D a n d NYP D BY ROZAAN BOONE Two young men, one a Co-op City resident, are recuperating after being shot by an unknown suspect on Sunday, January 13 in the rear of Building 28A. The shooting is still being investigated by the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) and the New York City Police Department (NYPD) so details are being withheld so as not to jeopardize the investigation, however, Public Safety Chief Frank Apollo confirmed this week that at approximately 12:09 p.m., 2 males were shot towards the back of Building 28A. One victim was wounded in the leg and the other suffered

a gunshot wound to the heel of his foot. According to the Chief, the shooting is believed to have stemmed from an initial minor altercation that had occurred earlier on the same day in another section of Coop City between the first victim and the perpetrators. CCPD dispatched the call at 12:10 p.m. and an officer arrived on the scene at 12:12 p.m., observing the first victim under the portico of Building 28A. The second victim was located in Mall 3. Both victims were transported to Jacobi Hospital at 12:30 p.m. in stable condition. There were 5 shells from a firearm of (Continued on page 24 )

Riverbay Holiday closing

Cooperators attending Tuesday night’s management forum view pre-fabricated kitchen cabinets now being considered for use in Co-op City.

Riverbay’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 21st in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Shareholders may contact the Emergency Maintenance Desk for services and the Co-op City Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050, and 9-1-1 for emergencies. Because of the holiday shortened work week, the deadline for submission of all community club articles and Directors’ viewpoints will be by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22. Material received after this time will not be considered for publication in the Saturday, January 26th issue of the Co-op City Times. Articles may be submitted by fax to (718) 320-2595; emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com, or slipped under the door of Room 21 in the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. We wish our readers an enjoyable holiday weekend.

Luncheon managing agent for Riverbay, said that in addition to refinancing the previous New York Community Bank mortgage at much lower interest rates to save $150 million in interest payments, the new mortgage money from Wells Fargo, borrowed at a low interest rate of just 2.95%, will put Co-op City on solid financial ground for many decades to come. Freedman detailed how $23.1 million of the funds will be dedicated to ongoing capital improvements. Roof replacement work will be finished with $2.2 million and just over $2 million will be used to complete the façade work. Another $2.6 million is allotted for replacement of entry doors and security systems while $810,000 is scheduled for plumbing and HVAC repairs. Additional work in the Power Plant will receive $6.53 million, in large part to comply with new environmental rules regarding the type of fuel that can be burned that go into effect in 2014. HUD-mandated projects to place smoke detectors in all bedrooms ($1.15 million) and GFI receptors in kitchens and baths ($1.15 million) to meet federal safety regulations along with $1.18 million for miscellaneous capital project is also in the budget. A sum of $5.3 million is also budgeted to upgrade the community’s aging retail center, but funding for that work might come from other sources, Freedman said.

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Having money set aside for this necessary capital work is a key to keeping Co-op City in good condition and financially healthy, Freedman said. “Historically, replacements and capital repairs have been funded out of your operating budget,” Freedman said. “That is one of the reasons they were not made for many years because there was not enough money put in the operating budget. For the next 35 years, we have a program to fund the repairs that are needed by this housing company.” Operating reserve funds are also being built up over the next five years as part of the HUD refinancing, Freedman noted, giving Riverbay a financial cushion to address unexpected situations that may arise. He also emphasized that HUD has no role in mandating potential carrying charge increases to shareholders. That responsibility remains with the state Housing Community Renewal division, he noted. Speaking to the residents at the Dreiser luncheon, Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins said: “It is truly remarkable that we have been able to receive this HUD loan. I must thank Mr. Herb Freedman of MSI for his persistence and for his tenacity because it took nearly three years of him fighting for a change in rules and regulations which allowed us to receive this loan.

“I must also thank my fellow Board members and management staff for all they have done in working together. We are now able to continue the rebuilding of Co-op City keeping it a wonderful place to live and improve our quality of life,” Atkins said. Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper explained to residents how the company will handle the project to install the smoke detectors and the GFI outlets, which will shut off electricity in outlets if they become wet. Beginning in early March, work teams from Riverbay will be scheduled to enter apartments to install the smoke detectors and GFI outlets and paint every door in the apartment, Cooper said. The outlets will also be installed on all terraces. It will take about an hour to complete each apartment and attempts will be made to accommodate the schedules of cooperators by scheduling work for seniors earlier in the day and for working residents in the evening, when possible, Cooper said. “This is a HUD mandate and must be finished in 18 months from closing of the loan which is why it is so important that we have your help and cooperation to have access to your apartment,” Cooper said. “We plan to give shareholders 30 days notice, then a second notice of a week in advance and a third notice 24 hours in advance just as was done with

the windows and doors which should prevent us from having to gain forced entry.” Cooper said that HUD requires that photos be taken of the installations so the Riverbay workers will have cameras and take photos of the smoke detectors and GFI outlets after they are installed. Potential designs for new lobby configurations were also discussed during the luncheon, but Freedman assured shareholders that no plans have been decided on to completely renovate building lobbies. The only work that is committed to now involves making the doors compliant with handicapped access laws and repairing intercoms, Freedman said. Addressing concerns expressed by several shareholders during a Q&A session at the luncheon regarding expensive lobby renovation work, Riverbay Board Director Al Shapiro said, “While Mr. Freedman has diligently had all these renderings done, your Board of Directors is concerned mainly with holding costs down. “What we are mandated to do by law about the lobby doors and about the intercoms will be addressed. The rest of it is a Christmas wish list and I trust that most of the Board of Directors feel the same way that you do that we don’t have the money to do this huge renovation. But it’s nice to be able to plan and to see if some modernizations can be made. But they will not be made at the cost of an increase to any of you,” Shapiro concluded.

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Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive NCNW’s annual Youth Celebration coming in February In commemoration of Black History, the Co-op City NCNW will host their 12th Annual Youth Celebration on Saturday, February 23, 1-4 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium, co-sponsored by the Riverbay Corporation. Youth and youth groups that would like to showcase their talent in song, dance, poetry, music or theatrical presentation at the celebration, should contact the NCNW’s Youth Committee Chairpersons: Lori Melton, (917) 399-2643, or Michelle S. Davey, (917) 292-2397.

Blood drive set for Saturday, January 26 in Dreiser Center To help combat the perennial mid-winter blood shortage throughout the Tri-State area, Church of the Savior, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, will host a blood drive in Room 4 of Dreiser Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 26th. All people 8 and older are eligible to donate a pint which will be used to help offset a current shortage of blood in area hospitals. “There is a critical need for blood in area hospitals this time of year,” said Rev. Dr. Robert Smith, Pastor of the Church of the Savior. I urge everyone to take the time to donate blood on the 26th. Your donation may very well save a life.” For more information about the event, call Rev. Smith at 718-3200002, or 917-734-4058.

JASA offers Caregiver Support A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are welcome to attend JASA’s Caregiver Support Group. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

Free tennis instruction The NYJTL & Co-op City Tennis Club is offering Free tennis instruction for children ages 6 to 18 at Kela Indoor Tennis Center, 525 Homestead Avenue, Mt. Vernon, 67:30 a.m. This program began on Saturday, December 8, and will run until March 15, 2013.

Perfect attendance Awards for 32BJ workers – The annual luncheon to recognize Riverbay employees from Local 32BJ with a perfect attendance record in 2012 was held on Friday, Jan. 11 at the Bartow Community Center. Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins told the workers, “On behalf of the Board and the cooperators, we appreciate all of your hard work and dedication and I want to personally thank each of you for everything you do every day to make Co-op City a wonderful place to live.” The workers honored this year are: Jose Alvarez, Julian Reyes Arauz, Anton Barlovich, David Brown, Stephen Brugman, Placido Saez Camacho, Bovell Campbell, Juan Cardy, Jerome Dexter Christopher, Filberto Coreano, Michael St. Anthony Cowans, Dzevat Dervisevic, Luis A. Duquela, Sintim Edu Baffoe, Ryan Francis, Marcial Garcia, Lek Gjini, Simon Gjondrekaj, Njac Gjoni, Orlando L Gonzalez, Santo Gonzalez, Larcen Gooden, Joseph Grant, Paul S. Grant, Angel Harry, Wilson Hatfield, Albert Haxhari, Reshat Haxhiu, Federman Hernandez, Jose Hernadez, Franc Hota, Paul Augustus Hunter, Calbert James, Nelson Rafael, Jorge Collado, Cordice Elias Joseph, Sina Kim, Filip Kocovic, Kolja Kocovic, Naim Kurtovic, Hipolito Lino, Djordje Ljutovic, Samuel Lugo, Jorge Madera, Marcos A. Marin, Petar Markolovic, Hector O. Melendez, Benjamin Mercado, Ricardo Perez Morales, Tomor Mrizaj, Bonifacio P. Mulero, Vin Mullings, Nike Ndoci, Carlos L. Ortiz, Steve Pachlin, Alfonso Pagan, Pablo Palacios, Benard Palaj, Toma Paljevic, Allan Fitzgerald Parchment, Eloff Norman Parchment, Benjamin J. Pinckney, Pashko Pllumaj, Rrok Pllumbaj, Peter Popovic, Louis E. Prato, Viktor Prelaj, Bautista Quinones, Eduardo Ramirez, Jose V. Reyes Matos, Juan Ramon Francisco Reynoso, Ricardo Ransford Riley, Alvin L. Rivera, Juan Rodriguez, Pedro Rodriguez, Santos Rodriguez, Wilfredo Rosario, Bassarou Sayibou, Mark Shapiro, Jean Joseph Silne, Josip Stepancic, Gani Stojku, Lloyd Barrington Swaby, Belarminio Tavarez, Ricardo Torres-Colon, Justo J. Valdes, Marcelino A. Vargas, Ruben Vargas, Filomena Velasquez, Carlos M. Ventura, Kleber Vera, Joseph Whigg, Gene Wooten, Zef Zefaj and Kenneth M. Zinn. Photo by Jim Roberts

K & 1st Grade registration for new admissions at PS 153 P.S. 153 will be holding registration for new children entering Kindergarten and First Grade for the 2013-2014 school year beginning on Tuesday, January 22, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration will only take place on the days and times listed. You must also have the necessary documentation at the time of registration or your child will not officially be registered. Children born in 2008 will be registered for Kindergarten Children born in 2007 will be registered for First Grade (not necessary for those already in Kindergarten). In order to register your child, you MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING: 1. Your child 2. Your child’s original birth certificate 3. Doctor’s or Health Station’s records of your child’s immunizations - 4 doses of DPT - 3 doses of polio vaccine - 2 doses of MMR. The first must have been given after child’s first birthday - 3 doses of Hepatitis B (children born

after January 1, 1993) - Lead screening - 1 dose of Varicella (Kindergarten children ONLY) given on or after first birthday 4. Proof of Residence - Income affidavit from Riverbay (listing everyone who resides in apartment) 5. Previous school records, if possible. We will no longer accept a notarized letter from someone stating that child resides at that address. The following addresses are zoned for P.S. 153: Co-op City Buildings 15-25; Asch Loop, Adler Place, Aldridge Place, Benchley Place, Bellamy Loop, Broun Place Townhouses; 100 and 120 Co-op City Boulevard and 600-620 Baychester Avenue. In order to give your registration process the time it deserves, only a certain amount of numbers will be assigned each day of registration and registration will stop for that day either when all the allotted numbers have been taken or at 11 a.m. For additional information, you may contact P.S. 153 at (718) 904-5550.

Viewing of Presidential Inauguration in Dreiser on Jan. 21 Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, in conjunction with Congressman Eliot Engel and the Riverbay Corporation, will host a viewing of President Barack Obama’s Inauguration to celebrate the beginning of his second term as President of the United States. The event will be held on Monday, January 21 in the Dreiser Community Center Auditoriums A, B & C. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the event will conclude at 2 p.m. following the completion of the ceremony. The room will be equipped with projectors and speakers to view the inauguration ceremony. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited to the first 1,000 people. To reserve a seat, please call Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at (718) 892-2235.

Restoration resale and occupation which improves the bottom line for the community and its shareholders. As explained by Perez and Keenan, the procedure for restoring vacant apartments went through a restructuring in 2012 involving the use of three teams, each comprised of a supervisor, an inspector, utility men and porters assigned to a different area of the community – Buildings 1 to 14, 15 to 25 and 26 to 35. Each area of responsibility also includes the surrounding townhouses. The process begins when the inspector meets with the outgoing resident to go over and document needed repairs which includes the removal of old furniture, appliances, and rugs, plus damages that need to be repaired. The inspection process is documented through a video recording and then the outgoing resident signs the completed inspection report. After this process is completed, the work orders are issued for the needed repairs which are done and then the process is completed with a thorough cleaning of the apartment and the buffing of the floors. Keenan said that the entire process now takes 20 days from start to finish as opposed to the previous system which took 30 days to complete now takes 20 days from start to finish as opposed to the previous system which took 30 days to complete. According to the Restoration Department, the new process produces a much higher rate of satisfaction with the condition of new homes among the incoming shareholders. If there are problems, either with a new shareholder’s home or the restoration done for an existing shareholder’s home, a supervisor is appointed as the point of contact for the shareholder in case repeat repairs are needed. In the case of both new shareholders and existing shareholders, if a report of unsatisfactory or uncompleted repairs are made, the supervisor visits the home with the worker assigned to complete the repairs, determines if the work was done correctly and if not, goes over the repair procedure with the worker to determine what caused the problem and the best way to correct it. Shareholders who have repairs done in their home now also receive automated calls from the Restorations Department to determine if they were satisfied with the work done and to arrange for follow-up if the work is not done satisfactorily. Some shareholders in attendance complained that the automated calls were not clear about which repairs the calls were referring to, especially in a case where a cooperator had multiple repairs done to his or her apartment, nor was it clear to the shareholder if their response was ever received. Restoration Department supervisors, including department director Perez and Operations Manager Keenan, who oversees and coordinates all Riverbay operational departments, repeatedly pointed out throughout the evening that the increased accountability and community oversight has resulted in increased production and efficiency. Various divisions under the Restoration Department have quantified an increase in production according to numbers presented Tuesday evening. For example, the ceramic tile department, responsible for all the ceramic tile work done in the community, reported 59,937 square feet of tile installed in 2012, nearly 6,000 square feet more than installed in 2011. In 2012, the wood flooring department replaced 710,755 square feet of wood tiles and 38,358 square feet of VCT tiles, and increase of nearly 122,000 square feet of wood tiles and 6,000 square feet of VCT tiles over 2011. In 2012, painting and plastering painted approximately 8400 more walls than the previous year. Much of the replacement of wood tiles was made necessary through the asbestos abatement requirements imposed on Co-op City by the city’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), a process which costs the community up to $4 million a year for tile replacement work and the required air monitoring. Board Director Bernard Cylich, who was one of the approximately 30 shareholders to attend the information session and who asked several questions during the evening, suggested that the department, in the future, provide a more detailed financial breakdown of the cost of the imposed asbestos abatement requirements. Keenan said that a recently filed lawsuit on behalf of Co-

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op City by attorney Stephen Kaufman could hopefully end this costly procedure which falls under the purview of the Restoration Department. Cooper added that the hope is that DEP, prompted by the lawsuit, will conduct an updated needs assessment in Co-op City in the near future and decide to end Co-op City’s costly requirement. If the lawsuit goes through the courts, it will likely take years to reach a verdict or settlement. Keenan, in trying to justify Riverbay’s claims, added that more than 100,000 air samples have been taken so far in Co-op City for airborne asbestos without one test result coming back positive. A new inventory control system was implemented this past year as well to help better monitor the distribution of wood tiles and other supplies. Under the current system, all materials are ordered by one person, and materials delivered are received and distributed by that section’s supervisor and the unused materials are returned back to central stores each day. According to the Restoration Department supervisors, the increased productivity of the department is also a result of increased work hours amongst the painters and plasterers

and other craftspeople which has allowed residents who work during the day to have repairs done in their homes after 5 p.m. when they return home, instead of waiting or taking a day off to be home to have such work done. All work scheduled for any particular day is reviewed by mid-afternoon to verify that all scheduled work will be completed as promised by the end of that extended work day. Keenan added that after listening to some suggestions by shareholders over the recent past, 96-inch mirror closet doors are being ordered on a limited trial basis to see if they can be a safe alternative to the 80inch mirrored closet doors currently available. The two sizes of mirrored doors were on display for shareholders during and after the meeting. In addition, new grill covers are available to be placed over convector grills that have been damaged over time. The new convector grill covers were available at the meeting for shareholders to inspect. New pre-manufactured kitchen cabinets, which are being considered for approved installation in Co-op City, were also on display at the meeting for shareholders to inspect.

Rest in peace, Mr. Roth Martin Roth passed away on January 9, in a hospital in Poughkeepsie, New York. He was 93 years old. A long time resident of Co-op City, he was the past president of the Building 21 Association. He served in WW2 in the Army Corps of Engineers, stationed in Italy and Northern Africa. Mr. Roth was a former Commander of the VFW Post in Co-op City. Prior to living in Co-op, he was a long time resident of the Parkchester area. He worked many years in the printing industry. Martin Roth leaves behind a son, a daughter and a grandson. Donations can be made in his memory to: Jewish War Veterans, Co-op City Post 500, c/o Mr. Martin Warm, 140 Asch Loop Apt 9C, Bronx, NY 10475-4040.

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Laundry Room Upgrades, Machine Use and Etiquette Our laundry room renovation/upgrade program has picked up where it had previously left off when Hurricane Sandy destroyed the warehouse and offices of Coinmach Industries, our vendor responsible for the upgrade of our laundry rooms. To date, twenty-eight buildings have been renovated, some have had new porcelain flooring put in, replacing damaged floors; all rooms have been painted, had fire sprinklers installed by the dryers, televisions added to the rooms with basic cable service thanks to Cablevision providing us with such without cost to the community. Additionally, each room had an additional washing machine placed in the room on the floor next to the sink allowing for individuals who may be disabled or who struggle to reach the higher machines on the platform. In addition to our 22 lb. and 30 lb. washers, we added a 40 lb. washing machine allowing cooperators to wash larger items, such as comforters. The addition of the 40 lb. machine was a suggestion given to us when we were planning our new laundries and had discussions with the presidents of several building associations. The new 22 lb. washers (white machines) are all energy efficient designed to save on both water and electricity. Commercial washing machines in this size category and which are front loaders are mandated under law to be energy efficient machines. In the near future, the same will apply to the larger machines. All energy

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Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. efficient machines require the use of HE DE TE RGE NTS (high energy efficient detergents). H E liq u id d et er gen t is p r efer a b le and will provide the best results to your wash though HE powdered detergents may be used as well. HE detergents are designed specifically to give the same cleaning strength as regular detergents, but are designed to give fewer suds as suds absorb water. Using regular detergent or excess detergents may over suds the machine which will cause the laundry machine to go into a safe mode dispelling the suds for up to 15 to 20 minutes delaying the completion of your wash. Some cooperators have asked us, “What is the purpose of the super wash button found on the white machines?” The super wash button is a feature not connected on our machines. If we were to have it activated, it would provide you an additional rinse cycle at an additional cost of 25 cents given the additional time, water and electricity the machine would use to provide such cycle. Should cooperators be interested in having this feature activated, it is something we would consider doing. We ask that you discuss this idea at your building association meet-

ings. Building presidents may then contact Joe Boiko at Extension 3409 with the consensus of your association. We remind cooperators that upon the re-opening of your building’s laundry room, welcome packets are available to the cooperator of record and may be picked up at your respective Cooperator Services Office (CSO), one per apartment. Identification is required and as part of the welcome package, you will be provided a pre loaded new laundry smart card with a $5 credit on it, given to you by CoinMach Industries and Riverbay as a thank you for being patient and understanding of the laundry room shutdowns during the renovations. Part of this packet includes operating instructions on the use of the machines and a guide as to how you may obtain credit should you lose monies when attempting to do laundry in a non-operating machine by using the new CVA credit adder and your buildings CVA number. When doing laundry, we ask that you please be mindful of your fellow cooperators who share the room and machines with you. Please adhere to the La u ndr y Room E tiquette below: Please refrain from placing items into the machines such as: • Dyes • Excess bleach • Rubberized/Nylon items into dryers These items can damage your clothes, as well as your fellow shareholder’s

clothes who wash their clothes after you. In addition, the article of clothing that has rubber and nylon in it may cause fires in the clothes dryer. Do NOT place items such as bleach and powdered detergent directly in the tumbler. Please load the dispenser with detergent and bleach BEF OR E starting your wash load in order to ensure that all of the detergent and bleach dissipates by the time your wash cycle has ended, leaving no residue that may damage your clothes and/or the clothes of cooperators using the machine after you. • Please refrain from playing loud music or turning the TV volume on high • Keep an eye on young children accompanying you • The laundry room is not a playground • Children do not belong in the laundry carts or on folding tables • Do not leave clothes unattended in washers and dryers for long periods of time • Clothing items left in the laundry rooms in excess of 24 hours will be discarded • Do not remove carts from the laundry rooms • Do not use the laundry carts or laundry tables to sort dirty clothes Fa ilur e to a dher e to th e a bove ma y resu lt in a Commun ity Compla int .As a lwa ys, we tha nk you in a dva n ce for you r cooper a tion in this ma tter.

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Natural geese chasers To t h e E d it or : I was relaxing Tuesday night looking out my window as usual when I notice that a flock of at least 50 geese were on the ballfield, and all of a sudden, all these geese were flying for their lives, away! Gone! And how? By a simple little therapy dog chasing them down. I would recommend that we should have one or two patrol officers assign a K9

patrol dog. These K9 could be used to chase away the geese, as well as serve a purpose to protect the community. It could possibly be cost efficient, instead of spraying the grass and costing money at the same time, the geese come back two days later. On another note: Why are some people knocking the new deal? (The privateers?) This could work to our benefit to have more strict management, and watch

how the money is being used. Hopefully, no change orders on contracts and use skilled labor to finish the work necessary. There will be more accountability and less playing around when it comes to the community on how money will be spent. This is not about a takeover, but answers for how we manage our spending practices and who we hire to do work. —Da vid Sa n q u iche

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2013 Window Guard Forms Due By February 15th The 2013 Window Guard forms you will receive next week are due back to the Window Guard office by Friday, February 15th. It is very important that you fill out the form completely, sign it, date it, enter your phone number and return it to Riverbay as soon as possible. You may return it by putting the form in the mail using the self-addressed

envelope you received with the form, by turning it in Room S in the Bartow Community Center or by returning it to your local Cooperator Service Office (CSO). The New York City Department of Health requires that Riverbay install window guards in any apartment in which a child under the age of 11 lives or visits. To find those apartments that

need window guards, we must send out Window Guard forms every year. Window Guards protect children from falling out of a window. Help Riverbay meet our legal requirement and prevent a child from falling out of a window by filling out your form and returning it by February 15th. Thank you. —R iver b a y W in d ow G u a r d O ffice

Riverbay Holiday closings Riverbay’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 21st in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Shareholders may contact the Emergency Maintenance Desk for services and the Co-op City Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050, and 9-11 for emergencies.

Because of the holiday shortened work week, the deadline for submission of all community club articles and Directors’ viewpoints will be by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22. Material received after this time will not be considered for publication in the Saturday, January 26th issue of the Co-op City

Times. Articles may be submitted by fax to (718) 320-2595; emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com, or slipped under the door of Room 21 in the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. We wish our readers an enjoyable holiday weekend.

First readings - Riverbay Board of Directors’ Meeting F IR ST R EADI NGS: #13-01 - Balcony and Spandrel Repairs & LL 11 Work – C/O 8 - M’ Int’ #13-02 - Building Control System Leonard Powers, Inc. #13-03 - Hartco Wood Floor Tiles #13-04 - Mohawk Wood Floor Tiles

#13-05 - Cell Tower Offer #13-06 - Lease for Dr. Lewis Wolstein @ 100 DeKruif Place, Unit B #13-07 - Robert Stahl bid documents for lobby renovations #13-08 - Lease for Chung Ho Im @ 2049 Bartow Avenue

#13-09 - Asbestos Abatement & Flooring #13-10 – GE Mobile Water #13-11 – Lease for Drs. Bimalendo & Rakhi Ganguly @ 140 Benchley Place #13-12 – Cooperator Awards Program #13-13 – Garage 7 Maintenance Repairs

Amended Second Reading - Resolution #12-98 Su b m it t ed b y: O t h elia J on es Secon d ed b y: Ton y I llis Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g, Da t ed : J a n u a r y 17t h , 2013 W H E R E AS, Riverbay’s Contract’s Department sent out Five (5) bid packages for Bid #P352, GPS Tracking System; and W H E R E AS, Contract’s received three (3) proposals that were sent to the Director of Automotive Services and to the Director of Operations for review; and W H E R E AS , the directors Automotive and Operations have deter-

mined that Vehicle Tracking Solutions is the lowest responsible; and W H E R E AS, The cost of the program is $29.99 per vehicle per month for the 55 vehicles currently equipped with a GPS system, which totals $1,649.45 per month X 12 months = $19,793.40 per year: and W H E R E AS, This contract must have full board approval because the contract will be enforced for three (3) years. NOW T H E R E F O R E , L E T I T B E , R E S O LVE D: that Riverbay enter into Contract #P352 with Vehicle Tracking Solutions for a cost of $59,380.20 + tax for the three (3) full

years be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and as amended by Board of Directors Resolution 95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YE S: At k in s, Ba iley, I llis, J oh n son , F. J on es, O . J on es, L eslie, Sa n t ia go, Sh a p ir o, Tu r n er, Ab d u l-Wa h h a b NO : C ylich ABSTAI N: G r a h a m , Tir a d o ABSE NT: O wen s P a ssed

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Public Safety Report CCPD urges cooperators to call Public Safety for DOG violations By L I E UT E NANT PAM AP O L L O The Co-op City Department of Public Safety reminds residents that under most circumstances, dogs are not permitted within the premises of Co-op City. Service animals, dogs required for medically approved conditions and other special situations, are exceptions to Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules. The Department of Public Safety works aggressively to identify households which are in violation of Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules. Co-op City is a high-rise, multi-family cooperative which houses approximately 65,000 residents. In order to provide residents with the high quality of life synonymous with Co-op City, it is not possible to permit dogs within the complex. Even visiting dogs are not permitted. Dogs present serious health and safety concerns which potentially threaten the well being of all residents. The first line of defense in the enforcement of Co-op City’s “NO DOG” rules is observant cooperators. Concerned residents who see or hear dogs within an apartment are urged to call the Department of Public Safety, (718) 671-3050, immediately or provide the information on our website, www.ccpd.us. It is not necessary for persons to reveal their identity when calling. Callers may remain anonymous when calling. Please be sure to give all required information, including the location of the suspected dog, to the dispatcher prior to hanging up the phone. A caller’s identity is never revealed to offender even when information is provided.

Public Safety officers are dispatched out to the location without delay to investigate the complaint. Various means of detection are utilized as part of the investigation process. High frequency dog whistles are utilized to detect dogs within apartments. They are used as part of routine building sweeps, as well as at specific locations where dogs are reported to be harbored. Cooperators should never confront or question persons observed to be in possession of dogs. Call Public Safety immediately and allow us to determine if the dog is authorized and take proper action. Once it is detected that there is an unauthorized dog within an apartment, a Co-op City Community Complaint is issued. The violation code for harboring a dog within an apartment is Code “Z” which states, “Keeping or harboring dogs or any animals deemed potentially harmful to the health and safety of others.” Violations of Code “Z” carry a fine of $150. Having a dog within a Co-op City apartment is a violation of the Riverbay lease rules and regulations #17 which states, “No dogs or other animals of any kind shall be kept or harbored in the leased premises.” After a Community Complaint is issued, the Cooperator Service Office (CSO) works with the Legal Department to insure that the offending dog is removed from the premises. Violations of Co-op City’s “DOG RULES” present serious hazards to the health and safety of all residents. Dog violations are taken

very seriously by Riverbay Corporation. Even authorized dogs are not permitted to make excessive noise in the apartment or damage Co-op City property. With the exception of Seeing Eye dogs, owners must clean up after their dogs. Be sure to obey traffic and safety rules while operating a motor vehicle. Share the road safely with bicycles, skaters and pedestrians. Bicyclists should give pedestrians the same level of courtesy they expect from motorists. This winter has had very unpredictable weather. It may be warm and clear one day and cold with freezing rain or snow the next day. Die hard cyclists ride in all weather. As an automobile driver, you must use caution regarding cyclists. If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Call Public Safety if you suspect one of your neighbors has an unauthorized dog within their apartment. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Public Safety Blotter: December 12 - December 14 January 11, 100 Casals Place CCPD dispatched numerous units to this area to investigate reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, witnesses stated the shots sounded as if they came from a high location. Officers then checked roof tops and discovered five shell casings on the roof of one building. This matter is currently under investigation. January 11, 500 Baychester Avenue CCPD officers were flagged down and informed about a fight at this location. A female had apparently used a bottle to assault two other females causing laceration injuries to both parties. She was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and two counts of assault among other charges and remanded to Bronx Central Booking Facility. January 10, 140 Dekruif Place CCPD officers were dispatched to this location after a woman called for help after getting into an altercation with her husband. Upon arrival, officers determined that a dispute occurred between both parties and the husband allegedly hit his wife over the head with a bottle. The wife suffered pain and swelling and the husband was arrested under the Domestic Violence assault law. He was remanded to Bronx Central Booking while she was taken to a local hospital for treatment. January 09, 600 Baychester Avenue CCPD officers responded to a report of a domestic dispute and found a woman brandishing steak knives. After some persuasion, the woman eventually dropped the knives and was arrested. It was later learned she had

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an altercation with her boyfriend and he hit her on the head with a frying pan. Both parties had minor injuries and were treated and remanded to the Bronx Central Booking Facility.

January 08, Earhart Lane A cooperator returned to her townhouse and found that it had been burglarized. Currently, this case is under investigation.

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Updates, Corrections, and Comments Upda te: Infor ma tion Technology C om mittee (IT ) The IT committee met on Thursday, 0103. I am the Chair and Director Leah Graham is the co-Chair. The mission of the IT Committee is “To support the data handling operations and processes of Riverbay Corporation … [in order to] achieve maximum benefit to all corporation business processes …” The committee’s current focus is on the Yardi system. Yardi is, in essence, the central software for handling the major business functions of the Riverbay Corporation. The Committee’s interest is to identify end-result quality of system processes as pertains to finance, work orders, inventory, purchasing and accounts payable. Committee objectives on a lower scale are to acquire cordless microphones for use at Open Board meetings, improve phone communication for Boardroom conferences, and initiate the use of college-level interns to assist with various IT upgrades, updates, and modifications. Upda te: C ontr acts C ompliance Comm it tee (ConC om) The committee met on Thursday, 01-10. I am the Chair and Director Leah Graham is the co-Chair. The mission of the ConCom committee is “To [establish and maintain] a contract process that supports the Riverbay Corporation’s requirement to carry out well-organized business procedures that support affordable housing for all cooperators.” The agenda of the meeting included: a welcome to the cooperators who just joined the committee and to provide an introduction of the overall Contract Process. The ConCom Committee performs a monthly review of the “Contracts Summary/Status Report,” which is a report of all contracts

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Khalil Abdul-Wahhab First Vice President currently in progress. That review was accomplished – in brief. Additionally, a presentation of the online bidding system was given by a senior staff member from the Riverbay Contracts Department. The online bidding system is used to solicit bids from vendors for various parts and materiel required for the on-going operation and maintenance of Co-op City. A R espectful Cor r ection Director Evelyn Turner, in her Viewpoint in last week’s Co-op City Times (01-12-13) said that, “[There is] a serious problem in the way Board committees are functioning.” She then went on to list what she termed ‘appointments’ for various Directors. Some clarification is required. If by appointment, Director Turner meant assignment to a committee Chair or coChair position, then her numbers were not correct. She has me listed for four (4) appointments; however, my assigned positions are Chairman of the Contracts Compliance and IT Committees, and coChair of the Construction Committee (three appointments). I attend the Security Committee meetings as a cooperator – with no special responsibility. Director Evelyn Santiago listed as having 4 assignments is co-Chair of the Buildings and Grounds and the

Building 13 Association The next Building 13 Association meeting will be held on January 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room. Take a little time and join us. Let us know who you would like us to invite and how we can help. We strive to keep you informed about what’s going on in the community. You make our team work and we welcome your input. Changes are in the works for our community and your voice needs to be heard. Sistas, The Musical, is an off Broadway play planned for Saturday, March 16. The show starts at 4:30 p.m. at the St. Luke’s Theatre, located at 308 West 46th Street, New York. It follows five women cleaning the attic after Grandma’s death and in the attic find love and old memories packed away. The production traces women’s history, through popular music spanning from Billie Holiday to Beyoncé. The group (10 people) price is $42 and does not include transportation. Checks should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc., Inc. and mailed to Bldg. 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Payment is due by January 31. “ J ewelr y By You ” Wor kshop - Learn how to accessorize your look and intensify your beauty with uniquely designed bold pieces of jewelry taught to you by Muriel Arthur. Your friends won’t believe you made it yourself. Mark your calendar and join us in the Building 13 association room. Adult class will be held on Friday, January 25, from 7-9:00 p.m. and youth, Saturday, January 26th from 12-2:00 p.m. Space is limited so be prompt.

Women Keeping It Real (WKIR) was very interesting and we were pleased to be joined by new attendees. We will be reaching out to some men folk in the community for a man’s perspective on some questions that are often raised. We are seeking men of various ages to explore if things have actually changed over the years. So contact our website, come on men, we will let you know the date, time and agenda and as always, all are invited, bring a friend. WKIR is exhilarating, spirited conversation with women of all ages. You must be 18 and over to participate. Join our fundraiser trip to WARMDADDY’S SOUL FOOD DINNER, JAZZ AND BLUES Club/HARRAH’S CASINO in Chester, Pennsylvania (current bonus $30 slot play by Casino subject to change). The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, leaving from Casals Place at 9:00 a.m. departing from Warmdaddy’s at 9:00 p.m. The trip can be paid in two payments. COST: $100, Due: $50 by March 1, $50 by May 31. Make Checks/MO payable to: Bldg. 13 Assoc. Inc. For additional information, use the contact resources listed at the end of this article. ALL FAMILY AND FRIENDS WELCOME. For information, contact Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, our website: http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Thanks for making our team work. —L eslie Pet er son

Commercial Leasing Committees (2 appointments). Director Santiago attends Security Committee meetings as an interested cooperator. The corrections listed above are offered with all due respect. Director Turner is a diligent worker and a Director who is focused on bringing continuous benefit to the community. These corrections are made with intent to merely clarify actual statuses. Some final points, Board President Helen Atkins has been as fair as she can be with making assignments (appointments) for Chair and co-Chairpersons of committees. A list of all of the committees is provided to Directors to choose which committee(s) they would like to serve on. Not all Directors apply. When two Directors apply for the same committee only one can be Chairperson. The President then selects a Chair and co-Chair. Incidentally, there can be more that one co-Chair, such as on the Buildings and Grounds or the Cooperator Appeals Committees. Finally, any Director can attend any committee meeting (except Audit) at any time. Acts to Restr ict Senseless Mur der The recent horrific incident at the Sandy Hook school in Newtown, Connecticut is beyond the imagination of any sane person. The lives of twenty children were taken by an individual who had access to automatic weapons. Gun violence is a social cancer that has spread across our nation. In her article, “We’re Unhealthier than Everyone Else – And it’s Our Own Fault,” Maggie Fox of NBC News quoted Dr. Steven Woolf, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, who stated that “… Americans are seven times more

likely to be murdered than people in other countries, and 20 times more likely to be killed by a gun.” Governmental legislation must be enacted to curtail the escalating violence and senseless murdering of innocents. Thirty-day background checks, a restriction on high-capacity gun magazines, and the banning of assault weapons are reasonable points to start. We cannot stop the violent nature of all people, but we can perhaps limit the scope of what they can do in a single incident. There are six (6) public schools in our community and a number of day-care centers. Our Public Safety Department (CCPD) is working on operational procedures to improve department response to various types of incidents, including assault weapons. CCPD is also seeking to coordinate with the 45th Precinct command to formulate combined response and to establish effective methods for coordinated and united action between the CCPD and NYPD. In her Viewpoint last week, Director Francine “Reva” Jones wrote, “Be sure to make your voice heard regarding gun control … It is only when the masses of people speak out that our views will be respected and implemented.” That is the simple truth. Effective legislation is needed. Making our voices heard is the only way to get that task accomplished. If you see something, say something. Share your suggestions, complaints, or special concerns with me. Address letters to Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave. Bronx, NY 10475, call 718-3320-3300, Ext. 3351, or email kwa hha b10475@hotma il.com.

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Community Activities Dear cooperators, The 2013 Community Relations Committee (CRC) meeting, headed by Board Director Eleanor Bailey and coChaired by Board Director Evelyn Turner, began with a bang. Michelle Sajous, Riverbay Community Relations Director, was well prepared with the agenda. A teacher from Truman H.S. was present with several of her male students. She is interested in taking ten African-American and Latino seniors on a ten-day senior trip to South Africa to engage them in educational, communitybased activities and give them in-depth exposure to South African culture, diversity and institutions. She believes that this exposure will uplift and empower these young men and help them to develop the inner resources to advance their education and become socially responsible leaders. The cost of the trip is $50,000 and she is requesting donations from the community. Please contact me at (718) 671-5957 for information on how to make a contribution. Since this teacher has previously taken a group on this trip, I intend to contact her to make a donation because I believe that the youth need this type of exposure. Also on the agenda were several events from past years, including Black History Month, Easter Egg Hunt, Health Fair with JASA and VNS, Veteran’s Day with the American Legion, Annual Fair, Fireworks, Farmer’s Market, National Night Out, Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Halloween Costume Party, Haunted House, and Tree Lighting. Other events included the Cancer Study with the American Cancer Society,

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Spelling Bee with the African-American Association, Home Improvement Fair, Tune on Tuesdays, Splash Day and Open Mic. These events were approved by the CRC and must now be approved by the Board of Directors. I voted for all of them, except the Cancer Study with the American Cancer Society. Yo u t h C e n t e r There has been much discussion about a youth center in the area of the Bartow Mall and the Dreiser Mall. When the Bingo Hall was vacated, several Board Directors wanted to obtain that site for our youth. Thereafter, Management suddenly came up with available space in the Bartow Center. Knowing that the Board Directors and the community wanted and needed a youth center, why was it that only after a decent space became available did Management offer the space in the Bartow Center that was there and available all along? It is a mystery to me. Designated a “dungeon,” many Board Directors objected to this site. However, Management, through the CRC Chair, Eleanor Bailey, provided a display at the CRC meeting of how the finished center would look. The presentation might have persuaded some of

the Board Directors. D is cu s s ion s w ith N Y C C ou ncil man Recently, newly elected NYC Councilman, Andy King, was the guest speaker at the African-American Association’s general membership meeting and the following are some highlights: Councilman King advised that he was sworn in 46 days after his election and is on the following committees: Higher Education, Youth Committee, Small Business Committee, Civil Rights Committee, Culture and Arts Committee. His office on Bronxwood Avenue will officially open on 1/15 and he awaits office space in Co-op City. He explained that he is completing the last year of Larry Seabrook’s term and there is no more money in the budget for District 12 for this period. Requests for funds can be submitted in March for 2014. Councilman King continued by stating that he was instrumental in negotiating an agreement between Riverbay and Local 78 and that the CAC picketing in Co-op City has ended. He is also working on changing the asbestos law. *We discussed the prospect of the Youth Center site being the Bingo Hall or the space that Management proposed in the Bartow Center. *Beacon Program at Truman H.S. Response: Schools should be open and not subject to the discretion of principals. *Restoring bus service. Councilman King has asked his staff to make a plan for bus routes and he will discuss them with the MTA. *Baychester Library owes thousands of dollars and might close. Response: The documentation regarding funding should

be reviewed. *Seniors’ carrying charges increases. Response: Apply for Section 8. *What can be done about HCR regulations of charging transferees the same equity as newcomers? Also, seniors wanting to transfer to smaller apartments cannot afford $4500 per room and some are stuck with three bedrooms? Response: Put something in writing and submit it to Councilman King. The Association members and friends were enlightened by the exchange. Thereafter, Councilman King, his wife and staff enjoyed music and refreshments. P r om o t e Sa fe Co m m u ni t i e s Be sure to make your voice heard regarding gun control. You can go online to find the contact information of your congressperson and senators. It is only when the masses of people speak out that our views will be respected and implemented. There is no guarantee that gun violence will end, but if GOOD people sit back and do nothing, the evil will certainly continue. Therefore, I urge you to order your elected officials to push the issue and vote to ban the sale of automatic and assault weapons to ordinary citizens. Your efforts will contribute to safer communities, for our community and our country. You may contact me if you have an issue that has not or cannot be resolved through your building association or your CSO. Francine Jones, Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or call me at 718-671-5957. I look forward to seeing you at the next Open Board Meeting. Please enjoy the remainder of this weekend.

Building 27 Association Happy New Year and wishing all the best in this new year. Thanks to our fellow cooperators who attend our building association meetings and we are anticipating better things to come. The

Building 27 Association meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 23, at 7:00 p.m. in our association room located in Building C, lobby in the rear. We will have a guest speaker, come one and all;

the association will continue to strive to keep you informed about what is going on in our community. We welcome your input, comments and solutions. To the sick and shut-in, our prayer is

that you will get well soon. Our heartfelt condolences to those in bereavement in this new year. Enjoy life, be happy and stay safe. — H. O ve r m a n

In Memoriam - Anne Fedderman - Two Years Later Two years ago this week, my mother and best friend, Anne Fedderman, passed away into eternal life. It is hard to believe that two years have already gone by and that it is going into three years since her passing. Sometimes, it still feels like yesterday, but time does indeed move forward. Two years later, I offer some continuing thoughts. Life does go on. The bills have been paid and the estate has been settled. What remains are memories of life-events good and bad—her life and our life together as mother and child. Two months ago, I accepted an award from a caregivers organization for the work I did for my mother during the last five years of her life. It was an extremely difficult award to accept. My first response was, why am I accepting an award for something that I am supposed to do. Someone told me that not every child does the right thing and that I was a wonderful example of what a child should do in situations like this. Still, I was uncomfortable. In giving her all for my benefit—my mother always said to me, “Richard, I just tried to do my best.” In my speech, I stated, “Mom, with all my mistakes, I just tried to do my best as well.” It’s a thought I try to live by every day. Just do your best—that’s

all people can expect from you. I hope that I can carry on that in that belief every day for the rest of my life, for me and for my mother and father. One wonderful thing has happened to me since I wrote this annual note to my mother last year. I started dating a wonderful woman who entered my life unexpectedly. Our families knew each other while we were growing up. We had not seen each other for many years. She ironically came into my office for assistance. I was able to resolve her dilemma and the rest is history. Like any parent, my mother was always concerned with who was going to take care of her baby son after she was gone. My older brother has been married for 47 years and has three children of his own. While I miss my mother every single day, I know that she would always want me to be happy and to enjoy life to its fullest. This woman has brought a new perspective into my life—that I could be happy—even after tragedy. She has been a Godsend to me and has brought emotions back to me that I thought I did not have anymore. I had the most won-

derful holiday season, something I had not enjoyed in years. I trust and hope that my mom is looking down and smiling. If she had something to do with my good fortune, I say thanks!! But as always, I thank her for everything that she did for me during her 93 years of life. This is the week that she

passed away (January 18) two years ago. My thoughts are with her at this moment. I hope now that she can rest knowing her son is on his way to a new life. Thank you for everything, Mom. Love you, buddy!! — Ri ch a rd F ed d er ma n

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Building 10 Association Happy New Year to all. I trust all are well. As we enter this 2013, we remain thankful for all that we have. A new year ahead to expect good things and plan for great days ahead. The next building meeting will take place in Feburary, watch for the postings in the lobbies bulletin board.

We would like to thank our guest at our last building meeting, Mr. Ellison, for his time spent with us and the information he shared. Also, we would like to thank all who helped to decorate during the holidays and those who helped to put away decorations. Next year, we could use your help again. Last Friday, the ladies had a great

time at their first game and social night. The next one will take place on January 23 at 7:00 p.m. down at the meeting room rear lobby. Bldg 10B, come join the fun and meet your neighbors. The best to all. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;E velyn Sa n t ia go

Building 11 Association The Building 11 Association would like to extend to everyone a healthy and happy New Year. Our first meeting of the year was on January 7th. The opening inspirational message was given by Ms. Joan Mickens. She wished us all a healthy and prosperous 2013. President Henry informed us about cooperator Lillian Berstein from Building 11C who is presently very ill. Our prayers are with her at this time. Ms. Henry informed us that Building 11C is now a condition building and will have Vertical Patrol sweeps at different times for suspicious activity. She informed us about Fun Day with Buildings 12, 13 and 14th on June 22. Ms. Henry encouraged cooperators to report any illegal dog issues or barking to Public Safety. Annual dues collection will commence March 5-14th.

Building 22A Association Monthly Meeting, January 28, 7 p.m.-8 p.m., Association Room, 120 Co-op City Blvd., first floor. Secretary position available. All are welcome. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Joan Y. June

Building 19 Association Happy New Year to all. W h a t â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s h a p p en in g? Today from 2-4 p.m., we will be continuing our membership drive. Please come down and become a part of Cooperators Doing Something for 2013! Sa ve t h e d a t es Friday, February 22nd â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30 p.m. - Black History Program Saturday, March 9th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. - International Food Festival. If anyone is interested in participating in these events, please contact the building association. C on gr a t u la t ion sâ&#x20AC;Ś To 10 year old Tiffany Challenger for receiving a New York Police Department Community Affairs Service Award at a reception held on December 29th at the Boys and Girls Club at Kips Bay. T h in k in g of you Sending well wishes to all cooperators celebrating a special occasion this month. Get well wishes to cooperators who are ill or recuperating. Bu ild in g 19 n eed s you ! We are in need of Committee members, Floor Captains and volunteers for all of our building events!! As always, we can be reached at bldg19 assoc@gmail.com or 718-320-6236. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Va len cia P in ck n ey

Broun Place Townhouse Association The Broun Place Townhouse Association will meet this January 25 at the Bartow Administration building, Room 31 at 6:30 p.m. We will be the discussing pertinent present and future issues concerning our townhouses including water temperature fluctuations and also enjoying a post holiday party. Please attend and take part in the festivities. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;R a ym on d T ir a d o

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Please watch out for your building postings. Our next fun for all ages is bingo night on January 18, at 7:30 p.m. and movie night is January 25th at 7 p.m. Our guest speaker was Ms. Juanita Net, Director of CSO. She spoke about the extermination and bed bug issues at Co-op City. She emphasized that mattresses must be placed in a mattress cover with a zipper and placed in the basement area. She informed us that Riverbay will exterminate free of charge. She encouraged cooperators to call for the exterminator once a year. Ms.

Net spoke about the upcoming process for the installation of smoke detectors and GFI outlets in every apartment. Ms. Net was very informative and gave us important information. We again thank all of our Building Association volunteers. Congratulations to our 50/50 raffle winner. Our next Building 11 Association will be held on Monday, February 4th at 7:30 p.m. Hope to see you there. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sheila Richburg

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Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Looking out for our Safety I hear you, cooperators, who were inspired to reach out to me via phone during the past week and share the following concerns: There was “gun fire” causing injury in Section 5 on Sunday morning, January 13, and we are not sure where our Public Safety Officers were when the argument pursued prior to the actual gun fire. Ironically, the incident occurred in front of our Youth Center and two churches. These young people had a choice to go to either of the churches where I am absolutely certain they would have been embraced. The conversation about what to do about this young generation resolving conflict without the use of guns continues. The world that our youth have inherited is more complex than ever before. As adults, we must continue to be the light and show the way. In Co-op City, we must continue to advocate for additional facilities for our youth. What to do with adults stockpiling guns legally continues. What to do with parents who have legal assault weapons in their home when they know their child is mentally challenged continues. A cooperator was extremely upset about the “noise” that is allegedly interfering with her quality of life. Please be advised that when the proper procedure is followed, our Public Safety Officer will issue a ticket when they can verify where the noise is coming from. According to the last monthly report received, there were 13 noise complaints and summonses issued. Also, you may be interested in knowing that 8 summons were issued for Abuse of Premises, 8 for Anti-Social Behavior and 318 for failure of cooperators

Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner Assistant Secretary

to submit proof of insurance. Our Public Safety Department continues to be very busy in ensuring that we maintain high quality of life standards. A cooperator suggested that I vote YES to upgrading our entire lobby as opposed to just the doors and intercom system. It was suggested that it would add to décor of our respective building as we are a “middleincome” housing development and as such need to look like one. Another suggestion is that we bring in a supermarket like “Trader Joe” or a “Health Food Store” as the quality of what we have in our community is not consistent in all sections. A cooperator recently mentioned that some of the food that was distributed by a Co-op City organization had mold, was rotten and of very poor quality. Additionally, this same organization is distributing free sugary non-nutritional drinks called “soda.” We can agree that how we eat and drink and what we eat and drink determines our well-being and quality of our life. Our Mayor and First Lady Michelle Obama have taken the leadership in promoting a healthier lifestyle. Before cooperators accept the “free” food, they should not only examine it, but ask where is it coming from? How long has it been sitting on the

shelf? We must be careful not to become a dumping ground for outdated foods and sodas that have been on the shelf/warehouse somewhere too long and need to be discarded. Who is liable if someone gets ill from the “free” food that is being distributed from an unpublicized location? Our newly elected City Councilman, Andy King, will be opening his first office at 940 East Gun Hill Road on January 15. At a meeting on Saturday, January 12, Councilman King made it clear that his goal is to make sure that we stay a part of what is going on in his district. He has already organized volunteers in Co-op City to keep him abreast of what our needs are. He has also agreed to work with this Board member in addressing issues of concern to the community, as well as support upcoming initiatives. Councilman King says that he is counting on us to be at the table when issues come up. According to him, “the only thing I truly know is what I don’t know.” At the meeting, sponsored by Director Francine Reva Jones, it was encouraging to see cooperators volunteering to work on committee, such as the MTA. Our Councilman also reminded us that he is filling in the last year of the term vacated by Larry Seabrook and that the 2013 Budget for our district was agreed upon by the time he was sworn in. It was encouraging to know that he will be conducting workshops to educate organizations on how to properly file for city funding. Presently, he is serving on the following Committees: Higher Education, Youth Committee, Small Business Committee, Civil

Rights Committee, Cultural and Arts Committee and Lower Manhattan Committee. He says that he is committed to NOT voting for bad bills, especially the one that did not guarantee equal rights for Black and Latino business women. Our Councilman will also be following up on why the Department of Education is not allowing utilizing school building and fields for community activities after school hours. We were reminded that these building are not the personal property of the principals. This was a welcome commitment and one that we should all encourage him to pursue. Once his office is open, cooperators will be provided contact information to forward any concerns you have about Co-op City. I would like to commend Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab and Director Leah Graham for brilliantly raising the bar on how a Board Committee should be structured. They are Chairman and co-Chair, respectively, of the Contract Compliance Committee. Their Committee has a Vision and Mission Statement. They actually provided a Contract Process Flow Chart. Cooperators attending for the first time were able to get an understanding of the entire contract process. “This process is of the highest integrity, is transparent, and is dedicated to providing effective business handling for the Co-op City community.” Of interest to many is that the paid lobbyist are getting Public Safety Officers Peace Status from the State (MirRam Group, LLC NTE $90,000.) Call me - Evelyn M. Turner, 917-3241033; e-mail - evelyntinez@aol.com.

Co-op City Toastmasters Club A member speaks…It was June of 2011. Sitting in a hair shop for the maintenance of my Locs, I was directed by fate to attend the International Black Summit, IBS, a conference in Chicago, Illinois. Unbeknownst to me, I had to go through an interview or “clearing” process, where I had to share my hopes, dreams, and aspirations with someone whom I had never met. Her name was Atta, and I spoke to her for about 15 minutes on just one thing: Public Speaking. When Atta asked me why I wasn’t pursuing Public Speaking as a professional, I expressed my frustration over “not having a message.” The conference was 3 days and I arrived in time for 2. The format was

very new to me. Every time someone spoke, they would take the microphone and stand in front of the entire audience. I didn’t understand it at the time, but the veterans of the IBS kept repeating the mantra, “you haven’t actually attended the Summit until you stand up to speak.” So, towards the end of the second day, I stood up to speak - just so that I could say I had attended. I spoke about the awe I felt at the way such a small event like getting my hair done had led to a series of other events that led me to Chicago. I talked about how circumstances seemed insurmountable: not having enough money, or credit card, nor a plane ticket to Chicago, nor time off from work, and

yet somehow I had still arrived at my destination. I was grateful to be there. At the end of what I thought was a typical sharing of my experience, I received a standing ovation. I hadn’t prepared a speech, but the reception I received told quite a different story. Atta ran up to me and said, “Don’t you see? You are the message! YOU are the message you seek!” I tell you this because I believe that within each of us, there is a story. Toastmasters gives us the opportunity to tell these stories. To you, they may be simple, but to others, they may be just what the doctor ordered. Come. Participate in an organization where leaders are made, and lives are

changed. Some great men and women, i.e. Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich; Pres. Ronald Reagan, 40th President, have emerged from Toastmasters. Co-op City Toastmasters is committed to you — developing you, and it can help you to clarify just what it is you have to say. Or you may be the perfect one to help others to find their message. A perfect start for the New Year. We meet at 7:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the month, at 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 28. This month, there is an additional meeting: Jan. 31st, which will be a Speak Out! Nothing but good speeches!! Come, we hope to see you there. — Ra l p h D u n n i eh i g h

Co-op City CERT-10/Community Preparedness G e t t in g T h ro u gh t he Fl u S e a s on As many of us already know, this year’s flu virus is a bad one. Forty-seven states have reported elevated and widespread flu activity. Hospitals across the country have been forced to increase capacity and staff in order to handle the increasing demand for care and treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has said that influenza infections have reached epidemic proportions. The agency has reported that twenty children have died across the country from the flu. They have not supplied a number for adult deaths because they do not keep a tally of those. What to Do? The best preparatory action one can take is to get a flu shot before the season starts in full; that is to say, in late October or early November. Even if you have not had a flu shot, it’s not too late to get one.

CDC officials have advised that everyone should get a flu shot. People who receive the vaccine and then are exposed to the virus will usually experience less severe symptoms. Officials say that although the pharmacy nearest to you may not have vaccines, there is still plenty available. Even if you don’t have a regular doctor, flu vaccines are offered in supermarket pharmacies, clinics, health departments, urgent care facilities, and in some schools. Ge ne ra l (B a si c ) R ule s t o F o l l ow : * Wash your hands thoroughly and often, especially after being out in public. * Cover coughs and sneezes with the “crook” of your arm or with a tissue – not with your hand. * Stay away from obviously sick people. * If you do become ill, stay home, get

plenty of bed rest, and drink fluids D o I H ave t h e F l u o r a C o l d ? The flu and the common cold have similar symptoms. It can be difficult to tell the difference between them. In general, the flu is worse than the common cold. People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose. Symptoms such as fever, body aches, tiredness, and cough are more common and intense with the flu. Flu symptoms include: Headaches and/or body aches, chills, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea (common in children), fever (100ºF or higher), cough and/or sore throat, and a runny or stuffy nose. If you suspect that you do have the flu, the best treatment is to stay at home, drink plenty of fluids and get bed rest. W h e n s h o u ld I se e k em erg e n cy medical attent ion? Emergency Warning Signs: If you

become ill and experience any of the following warning signs, seek emergency medical care. • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen • Sudden dizziness • Confusion • Seizures • Severe or persistent vomiting • Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough For more information go to: http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/flu-season-2012-2013.htm http://www.flu.gov/symptoms-treatment/symptoms/index.html# Please send your questions or concerns to info@bxcert10.org. We cannot control disasters, but we can prepare and survive them. — K h a l i l A b d u l - Wa h h a b

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Black Forum Next Defen sive Dr ivin g Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, February 16, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718320-8035. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Up com in g t r ip s t o Aq ued uct C a sin o We will be returning to Aqueduct Casino on Saturday, February 16 and Saturday, March 16, leaving from Dreiser Rehab at 1 p.m. sharp, back of the Library on Asch Loop at 1:15 p.m. and 135

Einstein Loop at 1:30 p.m. Returning to Co-op City at 8 p.m. Call (718) 320-0033 for your reservation TODAY. Cost: $20 per person. Wiz of Oz a nd chor us a uditions continue Wiz of Oz rehearsals and chorus auditions every Saturday this month in Room 1 of the Dreiser Center at 1:30 p.m. SHARP. The date of the play will be announced. Come to Room 1 on Saturdays. Not ice: All Sect ion 5 food pa n t r y p a r t icip a n t s All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to be able to pick up your food. For more information, please call (718) 320-8035. Bla ck For um Lyon ’s M a ne Tr a ck C lu b

There’s still time to register for indoor track. Call for information, (718) 3208035. L obst er fest We are going to the Nordic Lodge for Lobsterfest and Mohegan Sun Casino on Saturday, August 17. The cost is $150. First payment of $50 due February 16. Call (718) 320-8035 for your reservation. E m er gen cy Food P r ogr a m We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must

present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. Volu n t eer s wa nt ed We need volunteers for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Call (718) 320-8035. We Need You - J oin Us Tod a y Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony I llis

Retirees of Drieser Loop T R AVE L I NG E VE NT S (2013) from Dreiser Loop: Hold the dates: Jan. 23rd (Wed.) Resorts World Casino/Aqueduct. SOLD OUT. (Departing 11:30 a.m. sharp)! March 19-21 (Tues.-Thurs.), to the Atlantic Club, Atlantic City. $210/double and $275/single. Contact: Beverly James, 718-379-3077. May 20-25th (Mon.-Sat.), Florida: Amelia Island, St. Augustine, and Jacksonville – Guided tours. Price: $579 per/double. Deposit required. Last payment due by April 18th. June 29th (Sat.), Senior Day Picnic, Holiday Hills. $75. A day filled with fun, games, and endless food. Sept. 16-18th, (Mon.-Wed.), $319

per/double. Washington, DC. Guided tours, including the White House photo opportunity. (Contacts: Beverly James, 718-3790377, and Claudette Davis, 718-3794784). NOTE: Monies (checks/money orders) accepted for all trips now. No refund after final payment deadline (30 days prior to trip date) - Replacements gladly accepted. We encourage payment for travel insurance coverage when making initial deposit for trips. T HE AT R E C O M M I T T E E : All program prices (check/money) include transportation from Dreiser Loop. New a nd E xcit in g: Sat., January 19, the Ultimate

Doowop show at Lehman College. (Van leaves at 6:30 p.m.) See Ione. Sat., February 16 – 7:30 p.m. Price: $82. “Dianne Reeves, female jazz vocalist brings her robust, sultry voice back to the Carnegie Hall stage with several special guests.” FULL PAYMENT DUE NOW. (Departing: at 6:00 p.m.) See Eleanor B. On Thursdays (from 3:00-5:00 p.m.), Committee members will be in clubroom 19. AFTER 7 p.m., questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-324-7847 or 718671-8637. All checks/money orders payable to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop. Mailing address: 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. G OO D AND W E L FAR E :

Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the family of Gladys Chisholm who we lost on January 4th, and to Catherine Shipley whose husband, James, also passed on January 4th. Our condolences to our Chaplain, Clara Evans, who recently lost her nephew, Michael J. Cross. To all of you who have been ill and to those whose hearts are grieving for the loss of a loved one, we want you to know that you are thought of warmly and we wish you brighter days. Contact: Elinor Gordon at 718379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. Love, peace, good health and joy in this New Year! —C la u d et t e Da vis

NCNW C om e see t h e ch er r y b lossom s in Wa sh in gt on , DC . Join us for a guided tour of Washington, DC, April 5 – 8, featuring tours of: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial, WWII Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Smithsonian Institution, US Capital, Embassy Row, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House. Final payment is due January 28. For more information, contact: 718- 671-4804, 718-655-9034 or 718-320-9694. NC NW C o-op C it y Sect ion ’s Sa t u r d a y Sch ool is closed today,

Saturday January 19th, for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. We want to thank you for your generous donations during our annual Winter Accessory and Toy Drive during the month of December. The items collected went to Town N Country Residence home in the Bronx and to the Rockaway’s Organization that works with teen mothers. The teen mothers were displaced because of Hurricane Sandy. The children displayed big smiles as they picked out a toy and their parents seemed very happy that their child was also able to select a warm hat or a pair of gloves. NCNW Co-op City section is fortunate to

have family, friends and neighbors, such as yourself, who help and support us with our community service activities. Once again, thank you for your generous donations. Book Club first meeting of the new year will be on Saturday, January 26, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. They will be discussing “The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed out the Window and Disappeared” by Jonas Jonasson. The international publishing sensation - over two million copies sold. Save t h e Da t e: Black History Month 12th Annual Youth Celebration co-sponsored with Riverbay, Saturday, February

23, at Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium B, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. We are looking for youth and youth groups who would like to showcase their talent in song, dance, poetry, music or theatrical presentation for this event. If interested in performing for this event or need more information, please contact: NCNW Youth Committee Chairpersons, Lori Melton, (917) 399-2643, or Michelle S. Davey, (917) 292-2397. Heartfelt condolences to the family of Gladys Chisholm. Happy birthday to our January members. —M a xine Su lliva n

Co-op City Little League W in t er Ba seb a ll C lin ic The Co-op City Little League winter baseball clinic starts today, January 19th at the Truman High school gym, located across from the Truman athletic field. It will continue on every Saturday (except Feb. 9th) until March 16th. The hours are as followed: 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. for T-ball and Farm divisions, ages 4 through 8; 11:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. for the Minor and Major divisions, ages 9 through 12; 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the Junior and Senior divisions ages 13

through 16. Only sign-up players will be allowed entry to the baseball clinic. There will be no registration conducted at the gym. However, player enrollment will be available on Saturdays at the Dreiser Loop Community Center, CCLL Room 17. For more information on the CCLL baseball programs, enlistment fee and sibling discounts, visit the website at www.coopcityll.tk. The clinics will consist of warm-up physical training and instructions on the

baseball game fundamentals of hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching and base running. Players should come prepared with a baseball glove, cap, sneakers, and bottled water. For the safety of the children, baseball bats will not be allowed since the league will provide it along with rubber safety baseballs. Please note that the gym has no seating area. Volunteers are needed to help out. As a reminder, the Annual CCLL Board-Parents General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, at the

Dreiser Loop Community Center, Auditorium A, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Included on the agenda will be the introduction of the CCLL Board members and managers, updates on the league programs, the league’s picture day scheduled date, and distribution of Modell’s Sporting Good Store discount coupons. In addition, there will be free raffle drawings for player’s door prizes, registration fee refund, and other free give-away for the first arrivals. —H ect or Aya la

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Working for the Community I would like to thank all of you for your kind words that you’ve been saying about the contents of my articles. Also, I would like to thank City News and Michael Horowitz for naming me ‘Man of the Year’ for 2012. F ig h t i n g f o r t h e Co m m u n i t y The majority of the comments that I receive are about my efforts to fight for this community. “Daryl, they spend way too much money. They’re going to run everyone out of here.” Look, in my opinion, we have some Directors and a Manager that are doing their best to hide the facts from this community. Everything that they say is based on the past. Yet, no mention is ever made of their infantile wisdom to take out loan after loan that led to our current debt of $621.5 million. Nevertheless, most cooperators can see how some of our Board members have handed everything over to our management company. Why? How can they be right when Management wants to run up our expenses? For instance, look at the lobby modernization program. This program can cost up to $33 million. And, they’re trying to do their best to convince you that they’re correct. By the way, how did you like that $10,000 lunch for the seniors in Dreiser the other day? Wa s t e We have about 927 employees here. And, we pay them $60 million a year. Yet, we have outside contractors that are making millions of dollars that are doing the same exact work as some of our employees. Why? Please look at this breakdown of some of our employees and tell me that we need to pay outside contractors to work here. B u i l d i n g J a n i t o r i a l - 239 employees; C o m m e r c i a l C e n t e r J a n i t o r i a l - 22 employees; C o n s t r u c t i o n - 23

employees; G r o u n d s - 47 employees; F l o o r i n g - 16 employees; Pai n t in g - 3 employees; R est orat i ons - 67 employees; B u i l d i n g M a i n t e n a n c e - 42 employees; M a i n t e n a n c e O f f i c e S e r v i c e s 4 employees; R e p a i r s - 30 employees; and S h o p s a n d C o n s t r u c t i o n - 30 employees. Now, if I’m wrong then print the details of the contracts for our outside contractors and show the community what type of work that they’re doing. Also, print the amount that we’re paying these outside contractors. Now, let me ask you a question: Why do you think we’re paying outside contractors to do similar work here? 1 0 % B u d g e t Cu t A manager had the nerve to write, “A statement to cut 10%…without one specific suggestion...should not be taken with a grain of salt.” What? Did I not print this information before? We were paying over $30,000 a month just for gasoline. Why were employees going back to the gas station on the same day? Who exposed this “nonsense” surrounding these gasoline charges? How far can we go back on these charges? Hey, no waste, huh? We were paying over $8,000 a month for cell phones for 171 employees. No waste, right?

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in January: Lenard Blacovich, Jr., Carl Barr, Nehemiah E. Eutsey, Julio Figueroa, Thomas L. Gatison, Rodney Geldings, Sr., Lowell A. James, William Martinez, Ruban McCann, Jr., Richard A. Shade, Hector R. Rosado, Lawrence Shaneed and Hector R. Rosado-Flores. If you don’t see your name in for your birthday

for this month, please let me know and it will appear in the next Co-op City Times edition. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office number is (718) 230-8165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net. Female warriors will deploy with new body armor in 2013, about 3,000 improved outer tactical outer vest in eight sizes will be fielded by a combat brigade this summer. For all of our Post members who like to look at the new cars in March 29-April 7th, the New York

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Daryl Johnson Asst. Treasurer

“Um, Daryl, let’s go back to talking about the stuff we did back in the ‘80s and ‘90s.” Nonsense! Those problems were fixed, right? If they’re fixed, move on! Stop using these smokescreens to try to blind the community. The community sees through this nonsense anyway. Again, we take in $200 million a year and yet we’re $621.5 million in debt right now. How is this possible? Financially, this is insane! So, again, there is nothing to brag if we’re this deep in debt. The Big One The community deserves an answer as why our $60 million payroll is still hidden from their elected Board members. Again, ask any lawyer that represents co-ops about whether Board members have the right to see the payroll and they will say yes. In fact, the NYS Business Corporation Law is on my side regarding the right of Board members to review corporate documents, including the payroll: http://www.stroock.com/SiteFiles/Pub 240.pdf So, if there is no waste here, then why is Management refusing my efforts to review every inch of our $60 million payroll? Why? Again, who is on this payroll? Do all of our employees appear here on a daily basis? Now, if this manager can write an incredibly foolish letter to the editor then he should be willing to answer every question in this article. A N e w B o a r d Te a m I now have a few cooperators who are willing to stand up and stop all of the above-cited foolishness that is going on here. And, they are resolute on bringing new management into this community. Again, please look at some of our management choices: http://

directory.cooperator.com/Guide/ Property_Management So, we’re going to get rid of our management company and we’re going to make sure that the power to run this place returns to our community. Management will go! We l l s F a r g o L o a n Our mortgage payments were about $38.6 million a year before the Wells Fargo loan. Now, please look at the schedule below and you’ll see that our payments went down by about $10 million a year. Current mortgage payment schedule: Months 1-27 = $2,342,547.68; Months 28-47 = $2,230,583.52; Months 48-50 = $2,218,936.91; Months 51-59 = $2,205,946.24; Months 60-102 = $2,184,779.89; Months 103-121 = $2,169,535.70; and Months 122-420 = $2,162,566.02. So, there is no way that this Wells Fargo loan will increase our carrying charges. However, we will get an increase if we run up our expenses, say with that so-called lobby program. C lose Please stay with the people who want to help this community. We’re the ones who are going to help you and make this community better. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net. (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-6714544 if you don’t receive a response from your message. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

American Legion Post 1871 City Auto Show will be at the Jacob Javits Center. All Post members will receive their raffles on January 19th, please try to sell more raffles than what you sold last year. We will be asking our Post members to sign up for committees for the Memorial Day affair. All Post members, please an effort to bring one new member into our Post for 2013 in order to strengthen our membership. Mark these dates on your calendar Bronx County meeting will take place on February 5th at the Throggs Neck Post and the next Bronx County

meeting will be held at Post 1871 on March 5th. Chase Bank is helping our veterans with a nice checking package worth a hundred thousand dollars if you start banking with them so just stop by and bring your ID DD-214, VA Hospital ID showing that you are a veteran. Q u o t e f o r t h e d a y : Evaluate the people in your life, then promote, demote, or terminate. You’re the CEO of your life. This information was provided by your Post 1871 information officer. — R i c h a r d I . L a w s o n , J r.

Church of God’s Children God is the light that NEVER fails. A servant of God many times must stand so very much alone, that he never realizes he/she is alone. Sometimes disappointments will come—people who used to be lights will flicker out, and those who use to stand with us will turn away. We have to get so used to it that we will not even realize we are standing alone. Paul said, “…no one stood with me, but all forsook me…But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me…” (2Timothy 4:16-17). We must build our faith not on fading lights but on the Light that NEVER fails. When ‘important’ individual go away/move away we are sad, until we see that they are meant to go, so that only one thing is left for us to do –to look into the face of God ourselves. Allow nothing to keep you

from looking with strong resolve into the face of God regarding yourself and your doctrine/teachings. Every time you preach, make sure you look God in the face about the message first, then the glory will remain through all of it. A Christian servant is one who always looks into the face of God and then goes forth to talk to others. The ministry of Christ is characterized by an abiding glory of which the servant is totally unaware—“Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone while he talked with Him (Exodus 34:29). We don’t have to display our doubts openly or express the hidden joys of our life with God. The secret of a servant’s life is that he/she stays in tune with God all the time. Beginning Sunday 1/20/13, our

Sunday School class topic will be “Discovering your Spiritual Gifts.” Please join us and be a blessing to your house of worship. We invite you to visit our house of worship, or visit any one of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community. Follow God’s voice where He leads you. It is important that your faith increases, and it increases by the hearing of the Word. Church of God’s Children worship center cordially extend and invitation to you. Our location is at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic). Church office is open daily, Tues. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; sanctuary is open for prayer. Call 718-790-9120. Sunday - Worship Service in Spanish at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday – Worship Service in English at 1:15 p.m. Sunday – Bible Studies for children, youth & adults – 11:45 a.m.12:45 p.m. Wednesday – Prayer 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; 12 step fellowship at 159 Dreiser Loop - 7 p.m. After School Program – Mon.-Fri. – Drop off & pick up at Educational Park. Goodwill/Fundraising Ministry: 163 Dreiser Loop (next to Shoe repair shop) - open Mon.-Fri., 1 p.m.-3 p.m. We have a rack of free coats available. Bibles, study books, toys, gifts, etc. Stop by and browse, we’re sure you will leave with something, even if it’s a prayer or free tract. — B i s h o p D r. N a n c y R o s a r i o

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. C H UR C H SC H E DUL E : *Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. T H E F O L L OW I NG P RO GR AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L OO P NO RT H (C O-O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday,

6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first and second Fridays at 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY SC H O OL BR E AKFAST P R OG R AM F O R O UR C HI L DR E N AND YO UT H Sunday School for children and youth is now in session. Our program begins at 9:00 a.m. with breakfast to follow. We welcome new and returning students and look forward to another opportunity to help train our children for a lifetime of faith and Christian growth. OT HE R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: Friday, January 25, 9:00 p.m. –

Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning. The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality.We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 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. L ist of P r ogr a m s a n d E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month. Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month. Singles’ Ministry meets every third

Saturday, January 26, 7:00 a.m. – The Diaconate Ministry of Community Protestant Church invites you to come and celebrate the Goodness of God at its AllNight-Praise Service. Theme: “O God, we give Glory to You all day long and constantly praise Your name.” Breakfast will be served at the end of the service. We request that you sign up to attend after service on Sunday or by calling the church office at (718) 862-9172. The Nehemiah Men’s Ministry sponsors its First Annual Raffle Drawing on Sunday, March 3, with great prizes: 1st Prize – Samsung 46” Led 1080P HD TV; 2nd Prize – Apple i-Pad “Mini”; 3rd Prize – (HP) Laptop Notebook Computer w/ Windows 8. $5 book of 6 raffles. Winner need not be present.

Thursday, March 21 – Join CPC Tours for the Return Presentation of NOAH THE MUSICAL at the Sight & Sound Theater, Lancaster, PA. Then enjoy a wonderful dinner at Miller’s Restaurant. Tickets: $134, available by contacting CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. H O L D T H E DAT E : August 29 – September 2 – The Nurses Ministry sponsors a Cruise to St. John, Canada, leaving from New York City! Additional information to follow. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —E va n G . M it ch ell

Church of the New Vision Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m. Next Generation Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is going on now. Join us in celebrating Black History Month as we present “Black History and Black Presence in the Bible.” This event

will take place on Saturday, February 2nd at 115 Einstein Loop from noon – 6 p.m. This is a FREE event open to the community. Enjoy an afternoon filled with educational, motivational informative and inspirational activities such as a film presentation, ant exhibits and display gallery, workshops for youth, teens and young adults. In addition, there will be a health workshop and musical entertainment. Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-4746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 763037, Bronx, NY, 10475 Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com. —C a r ole H a qu e

Faith @ Work Christian Church Meeting at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center—Room 8, 9:30 a.m. (Sundays) Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; Email: fatwcc@aol.com. Week ly Wor sh ip E xper ien ces: 6:00 p.m. Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays. C h u r ch M ot t o: “We are Christ-

centered, family-focused with power and authority.” C h u r ch M ission : To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us—where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it! Join us tomorrow for the Community Meal and Pantry Ministry service. If you need non-perishables, please join us at

12 p.m. for the distribution—ALL ARE WELCOME! Stay for the hot meal also. R E SP O NSE T O SE C T I O N 5 YOUT H SH OOT ING O N J ANUARY 13: Join Min. Frank and I and other clergy and leaders tomorrow, Sunday, January 20, for a PRAYER VIGIL AND COMMUNITY TALK TO BEGIN DIALOGUE BETWEEN CLERGY, COMMUNITY LEADERS AND THE COMMUNITY TO END THE VIOLENCE IN CO-OP CITY, 11:30 a.m. at our church,

177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 8. TELL EVERYONE!!!! We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments. Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord. —P a st or Deb or a h

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Happy New Year Greetings for the New Year! May it bring us all good health, love, joy, happiness and prosperity. May your dreams come true and may you have the courage to chase them. The past year tested us in many ways, and we are grateful to have made it through and to arrive at a new year with new challenges. For those who have experienced loss, as I have, you should know that there is help available for you as it has been for me. Seek it out; you can find it among those who care about you. There is a precious resource for each of us in our loved ones. The past year brought us much to be grateful for in Co-op City. We move forward knowing that a measure of financial security has been achieved with the refinancing of our mortgage and that we will remain in the Mitchell-Lama program and preserve the affordability of more than fifteen thousand units of housing. Consider the importance of that when current statistics show homelessness has risen in New York City. I hope not, but those statistics could include former cooperators. We can’t

Director’s Viewpoint

Andrea Leslie ignore the fact that, although we are relatively affordable, every carrying charge increase can drive some Co-op City families to homelessness. T H E R E S U LT S WO U LD BE A MA ZIN G We have to be vigilant and keep a close eye on Riverbay finances. The results would be amazing if every cooperator took an interest in the way Riverbay resources are spent. We have an opportunity now to become an activist cooperative community. Taking hold of that opportunity would pay off big time. We are grateful for the re-election of President Barack Obama, but we must keep pressure on him and on all our elected officials to deliver what they promised. We should be particularly concerned about any cuts in Medicare and Social Security, which would have a devastating impact on our NORC

(naturally occurring retirement community). T H E B AY P L A Z A M A L L E X T EN S IO N We should use every opportunity to remind our elected and appointed officials of the size and importance of our community: more than 50,000 people live in Co-op City. We must make them aware that this large population is about to be assaulted by the severe traffic congestion and air pollution produced by an 80-store mall in Bay Plaza. Our elected officials should not have permitted Bay Plaza to circumvent the impact study process that could have protected us; the developers should not have been permitted to proceed without input from the community. The developers had the nerve to call what they are building an extension! Any reasonable person understands that when you’re building something that’s more than double the size of the existing structure, it’s not an extension. What is being constructed is an entirely new mall. This new mall won’t open for at least a year, but we are already feeling the

negative impact. The construction has produced an increase of rodent infestation here, and Riverbay is footing the bill for additional extermination services. T R A N S I T S E RV I C E D O W N , FA R E S U P And we are not getting a break from the MTA either. Pressure from riders forced the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to announce restoration and expansion of service, but so far, the announcement seems to have been the end of it, in Co-op City anyway. None of the reduced bus services have been restored here. We are justified in expecting our elected officials to work on our behalf for vital bus services and to protect us from development that pollutes the air and makes a nightmare of the traffic in our area. E X P ER IE N C E T E L L S US Experience tells us that being justified is only the beginning. The public has to be interested and involved. The public has to make its representatives act on behalf of constituents. We have much to be grateful and thankful for, but we also have much to battle for! K e e p y o u r ey e s o n t h e p r i z e .

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Riverbay Corporation is a complex operation Fellow cooperators, I’ve said it before, and again and again, time will tell, and now it has with our former City Councilman. We now know he has been convicted and sentenced to prison. Were you surprised? Was it shocking? What kind of an example can such an elected official set for our youth and children? We don’t want our kids to think if he can do it and get away with it for so long, why can’t I? It just goes to show that many talk a good game, but when it comes to action or representing the people of Co-op City in a true responsible manner, that’s a whole different story. You always have to be skeptical whenever someone continually says how great they are because many times the exact opposite is true. I also want to say I’m sure my Board colleague Daryl Johnson is happy to be named City News Man of the Year, however, I must say I’m grateful I have never been named Man of theYear by that weekly pamphlet that poses as a newspaper. But then again, I don’t talk to the Johnny one note reporter who writes the same story several different ways in each issue, but it’s always the same story because most people don’t trust him and won’t talk to him. I have to wonder about that pamphlet for naming Herb Freedman the Man of the Decade and then in a blink of the eye turning on him with excessive criticism and asserting that he can do nothing right. That’s the history of that weekly pamphlet, using and elevating people and then spitting them out when they no longer

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis serve a purpose for the Riverdale reporter and the millionaire publisher from Connecticut. And while I congratulate Daryl Johnson, and am happy for him, I warn him to be cautious, however I don’t think the competition was too stiff for City News Man of the Year because so few talk to that pamphlet of a paper. On a more serious note, there was a shooting in Co-op City on Sunday, and fortunately the victims weren’t killed, but it is very disturbing when this sort of thing happens in our community. It seems that violence is running rampant in society today and everyone is searching for answers to curtail it from occurring as much as it does, however it is a complicated problem with many underlying causes. I must say we are fortunate to have such a professional Public Safety Department with many dedicated and professional men and women serving as officers to keep us safe and protect out community. True, they can’t be everywhere all the time, however the crime rate in Co-op City is still relatively low, especially compared to so many other neighborhood throughout the City of New York. We are still being shortchanged by the 45th Precinct. We pay our fair share of

Porters Donovan Plummer said that he was particularly gratified to see so many groundskeepers honored because groundskeepers do such exceptionally hard work in all sorts of weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, snow and high winds. “You don’t have to say to them ‘do this and do that. They know exactly what to do’,” Plummer said. Community Center staff supervisor Joshua Blake explained that part of the criteria for the annual recognition is the

taxes to the city, but have never gotten the police coverage from the 45th Precinct we should be entitled to receive. Parents first, and then the schools, are the answer to provide a strong foundation for our children, to instill the values of good and responsible behavior compared to out of control and violent actions. We can’t afford to ignore our youth because they are indeed our future. One must remember Co-op City is indeed a city, however a few Directors seem to act like it is the equivalent of a Mom and Pop dollar store. Co-op City is a comprehensive and complicated place providing comprehensive services for cooperators. Unfortunately, some Directors look at Co-op City and Riverbay Corporation in simplistic and abstract terms and their proclamations and declarations show that. It’s easy to criticize everything, however I never seem to hear viable suggestions on how to improve things. I am certainly not a card carrying advocate for our Management team, and don’t like everything they do, but to be honest, some major things have been accomplished in recent years. The window replacement program, for example, was a pretty major accomplishment and massive undertaking, and was long overdue. There are over 15,000 apartments in Co-op City and I think at times some Directors forget that and if they hear one complaint, they magnify it out of all proportion with reality. Yes, I have critiqued Management for not being more

people-friendly and cooperator-oriented, and I will be the first to try and correct problems cooperators have, however listening to a few Directors you would think Co-op City is the worst place on earth to live when nothing could be further from the truth. The Riverbay Board of Directors, for the most part, is made up of dedicated individuals who want what’s best for the people of Co-op City, but being a Board Director doesn’t give one carte blanche power or authority to interfere in day-to-day operations at Riverbay. Board Directors are elected to represent the people of Co-op City, but the Board is charged with setting policy to be implemented by Management. Board Directors are not supposed to run around the community like mini-general managers under the misleading idea that they know everything about every issue or how everything should run in Co-op City at Riverbay. I wish my neighbors and fellow cooperators a happy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. I can still remember that day at mall and his famous “I Have a Dream” speech which has yet o be realized. Wake up, my brothers and sisters. Remember President Obama’s inauguration is also on Monday. I hope everyone will be there to witness this joyous and historical occasion. Let me hear what you think. Give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com, no attachments, please.

Bldg. #19 - Hi floors; Humberto Oliveras – Bldg. #25 – Lobbyman; Felix R. Solano – Bldg. #34 – Low Floors. Jerome Christopher – Bldg. #2 Basement; Wing K. Tse – Bldg. #3 Lobbyman; Ricardo Perez Morales – Bldg. #31 “A” side; Sina Kim – Bldg. #32 “B” side. Triple Core Buildings: Paul S. Grant - Bldg. #11 Lobbyman; Petar Markic Bldg. #21”C” side; Bonifacio P. Mulero - Bldg. #26”A” side; Angel Bravo -

Bldg. #26 Basement. Garages: Emir Carlos Hernandez – Garage 8. Community Centers: Omnarine Ramlall – Dreiser Center, day; Berky Ortega – Dreiser Center –night; Filomena Velasquez – Bartow Center, day; Nelson Miranda, Bartow Center, night; Juan Reynoso, Dreiser Center, day. Grounds: Franklin R. Robinson; Anibal Flores Lopez; Sheverlo Smith; Herman H. Higgs; Delroy A. Young.

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consideration of which porters can be depended on when extra help is needed during a particular occasion, such as a special event or an emergency. Garage supervisor Robert Love said that the employee honored from the garages were the ones who stayed on top of situations and always made sure the garage elevators and bathrooms were clean and in good working order. This year’s honorees are as follows: Tower Buildings: Ramon Escano – Bldg. #17 – Basement; Luis F. Nunez –

Building 2 Association Alert! Alert! We are moving our next meeting date to Tuesday, February 5, at 7:30 p.m. This will help us make our final preparations for our pre-Valentine's Day celebration

on Saturday, February 9, between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. There will be a cake sale on that day. We are looking for aspiring chefs to show off their culinary skills. We also welcome novices with good baking skills. All are wel-

I found this little quote, and I would like to share this with you, my fellow cooperators. I Didn’t Just Grow Up…I was taught to speak, when spoken to, or when I enter a room. Say please and thank you, to have respect for my elders, and to get up off

my lazy butt and let the elder in the room have my chair. Say ‘yes sir and ‘no sir’, lend a helping hand to those in need. Hold the door for the person behind me, say ‘excuse me’ when it’s needed and to love people for who they are and not for what I can get from them, I was taught to treat

come. There will be prizes and raffles. Two free baskets will be raffled off. Refreshments will be served. Come and join the fun and meet up with your neighbors. In the months of May and June, we will be having Mother’s

Day and Father’s Day celebrations. Your building association needs you. Stay well and keep active in mind and body. —Carlyn Jones

Building 33 Association people the way I want to be treated. If you were raised this way too, share this. This is a new year and my hope is for us to work together as a building should. I know I am asking a lot, I will keep trying. A building meeting is planned for

Tuesday, January 29th at 7 p.m. Lilitta Power is still in the rehabilitation center, we wish her the best. Get well soon. Get well wishes to all of the sick and the shut-in’s. Peace & love. —Patr i cia Bona par te

R o o m 3 , B r o n x , N e w Yo r k , b y a n d b et w ee n R ive rba y C o rp ora t i o n, O w n e r, a n d C o n g r e s s m a n E l i o t E n g e l , Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s Management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F U RT H E R R E S O LV E D , that the

President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. Y E S : A t k i n s , B a i l e y, C y l i c h , G r a h a m , J o h n s o n , F. J o n e s , O . Jo n es , L es l i e, S an t i a g o , S h a pi r o, T i r a d o , T u r n e r , A b d u l - Wa h h a b A B S TA I N : I l l i s A B S E N T: O w e n s PA S S E D

Second Reading: #12-101 S U B M I T T E D B Y: A l S h a p i r o S E C O N D E D B Y: L e a h G ra h am/O th elia Jo n e s B OA R D O F D I R E C T O R S M E E TI N G DAT E D : J a n u a r y 1 7 t h , 2 0 1 3 W H E R E A S , Congressman Eliot Engel has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 177

Dreiser Loop, Room 3 (384 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used for Congressional District Office; and W H E R E A S , the term of the lease is two years and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and N OW, T H E R E F O R E , B E I T R E S O LV E D , that the lease agreement for the premises a t 1 7 7 D r e i s e r L o o p ,

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

who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place, street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475. Su nd a y Sch ed u le:

Adult Bible Study - 9:05 -10:00 a.m. Prayer, Meditation and Devotion 10:00 a.m. Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church. Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Dr. Sm it h’s Ser m on Top ic: “Doing the Lord’s Business.” R ea d in g fr om H oly Scr ip t u r e: Prophet Jeremiah 1:4-7; Luke 2:41-49. Week ly Act ivit ies – Every person

is welcomed. Mondays at 6:15 - Bereavement Group. Tuesdays at 6:30 - Bible Study. Subject: God’s Grace and Human Suffering. Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Channel 70, Bronxnet. Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-925-5052. T h ou gh t for t h e Week : “Some people dream of worthy accomplishments, while others stay awake and do them.” —Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

Circle of Christ Church The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level. T h ou gh t for t h is we ek : We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose, Roman 8:28. God takes our mistakes and our sins and brings good out of them. If we let Him, God will use the pain of our sins and the consequences of our mistakes as the

foundation upon which He can build a new life. God works through our mistakes knowing there is strength in pain. God does not eliminate mistakes, but He does step in to them if we invite Him to do so. God’s very presence will fill those mistakes with power and fresh hope. God is not committed to our comfort, but He is committed to our character, to make us more like Jesus. He will use any part of our life to make it happen. God does not waste a single experience; He uses our mistakes for our good. God can use mistakes to direct us, correct us, protect us,

and to perfect us. God is at work in us even when we do not recognize Him or understand His process. We remind you that we are collecting non-perishable items and supplies in order to provide and support families in need of food. We also are providing counseling and referrals services for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need, please call 347-9451992. Please leave a message and we will gladly call you back. Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the love

of God. C HUR C H SE RVI C E SC H E DUL E Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study Friday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Youth Night and Children’s Bible Club Sunday - 11 a.m., Worship and the Word Children’s Church, 5 years old to 12 years old Little Lambs - Potty trained Spanish Service - January 27; Time: 3:30 p.m. —R ev. Sa m C olon

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing HAPPY NEW YEAR! A hearty, happy New Year wish to everyone from the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing. There is a lot to be grateful for and much to look forward to. May we all enjoy good health, and fruitful days in a blessed year! TR I P TO DC FO R I NAUG URATI O N O F P R E SI DE NT O BAM A Our bus from Co-op City to DC to witness the swearing in of President Obama for his second term is full and will be leaving from the former Bingo Hall on Bartow Avenue at 5 a.m. on

Monday, January 21. E DUC AT I O NAL W O R K SH O PS TO START F E BRUARY 4TH We are shifting gears – though never the goal — from mainly advocating to mainly educating. The unchanging goal is proclaimed in the name of our organization, “Coalition to Save Affordable Housing.” With affordable housing always in short supply, our constant goal is to enlist public support for Mitchell-Lama housing and to encourage cooperator interest and participation in community affairs as the best

way to combat the apathy that makes a mockery of the cooperative nature of our community. We will now organize workshops, open to all, on subjects like “Thinking like a Cooperator,” “Unions and Cooperators,” “What is the Board of Directors and What Are the Responsibilities of Board members. And more! Guest speakers with expert knowledge and experience will address the workshops. The first one will be on Monday, February 4th at 7:30 p.m. in Room 28 at

the Bartow Community Center. We will be hosting a Mitchell-Llama workshop that will feature two speakers. Seating is limited so come early. SPRING DANCE BEING PLANNED The Coalition is planning a spring Victory Dance celebrating the achievement of a loan that frees us from the extremely burdensome interest rates of previous loans. Watch for more dance information in our coming Co-op City Times articles. —Sebastian Ulanga

African American Association of Co-op City G en er a l M e m b er sh ip M e et in g – Newly elected NYC Councilman, Andy King, was our guest speaker and the following are the highlights: Councilman King advised that he was sworn in 46 days after his election and is on the following committees: Higher Education, Youth Committee, Small Business Committee, Civil Rights, Culture and Arts Committee. His office on Bronxwood Avenue will officially open on 1/15 and he awaits Co-op City office space. He explained that he is completing the last year of Larry Seabrook’s term and there is no more money in the budget for District 12 for this period. Requests for funds can be submitted in March for 2014. Councilman King continued and responded to our questions: He was instrumental in negotiating a settlement between Riverbay and Local 78 and the CAC picketing in Co-op City has ended.

He is also working on changing the asbestos law. *Youth Center: We discussed the Bingo Hall and the space management suggested in Bartow Center. *Beacon Program at Truman H.S.: Schools should be open and not subject to the discretion of principals. *Restoring bus service: Has asked his staff to make a plan for bus routes and he will discuss them with MTA. *Baychester Library owes thousands of dollars and might close. Response: The documentation regarding funding should be reviewed. *Seniors’ carrying charges increases. Response: Apply for Section 8. *What can be done about HCR regulations of charging transferees the same equity as newcomers? Also, seniors wanting to transfer to smaller apartments cannot afford $4500 per room and some are stuck with three bedrooms? Response: Put something in writing and submit it to Councilman King.

Happy birthday to Geneva Walker whose birthday is in January. All enjoyed refreshments. Bla ck H istor y M on t h F ilm Fest iva l – The Gullah Film Festival will be presented on Saturday, 2/2, 12:00 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 28. Bring your family and friends. P r e-Va len t in e’s Da y Da n ce – Celebrate LOVE at the Association’s PreValentine’s Day Party. You might “Win a Date” or “Meet a Mate” playing The Dating Game on Friday, 2/8, 9 p.m.-1:00 a.m., Bartow Center, Room 31. DJ Smooth. Dress to impress. BYOBB; setups and refreshments available. Tickets: $25; Members $20. Purchase tickets on Tuesdays, 6:30-7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 or call 718-3795555. Please spread the word. The following are ongoing programs which the Association sponsors and encourages your participation in:

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Z u m b a F it ness C la sses – Mondays, 6:00 p.m. Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $5; Registration: $15. Call 917-459-4491. Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $10-$12; Registration: $15. Call 718-671-8364. E d u ca t ion – The Per Ankh Study Group meets again Monday, 2/11, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. C om p u t er /L a p t op C la sses – Next class: Tuesday 1/22, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Fee: $5; members get one free class. Call 718-379-5555. Belly Da n cin g C la sses – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Fee: $15, discounts available; Registration: $15. Call 646-301-9438. E ven in g L in e Da n cin g C la sses – Next class: Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $5 per hour; Registration: $15. Call 917-903-7073. —F r a n cin e R . J on es

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A New Year, What’s on the Horizon Fellow cooperators, It’s time to welcome the New Year with Director’s fresh hope, fresh expectations, and opportunities for improvement. My hopes for our community is that the efforts made by Public Safety to keep crime down continues, and that Management takes steps to televise open Board meetings and establishes quality control measures to ensure adherence to the HUD loan multi-party agreement. There is also an opportunity for improvement by enhancing and leasing our commercial space to increase revenue, improve our cash flow, and minimize carrying charge increases. Equally important, is the continued collaboration between Board Directors to ensure we represent the needs of the community to the fullest extent possible. One of these discussions includes establishing a YMCA, Boys & Girls Club or mentoring program for our youth and young adults. U pc om in g H U D Pr oj ect The HUD loan included an escrow account to carryout HUD’s fire and safety requirement in our apartments. This project is scheduled to begin in the spring and includes the installation of smoke detectors near each bedroom and GFI outlets in the bathrooms and kitchen of each apartment. In order to get the project completed in a timely fashion, the teams will need us to get organized so access into our apartments can go as smoothly as possible. L e t ’s Ta l k A b o u t C o m m i t t e e s Co-op City currently has several running committees that include Security, Youth, Information Technology, Sales, Contracts Compliance, Construction, and Commercial Leasing. Each committee is chaired and co-chaired by a Riverbay Board Director and consists of up to twelve individuals within our community who meet regularly with the department Director or senior staff. Normally, the committee’s goal is to enhance their understating of a specific department’s structure and processes, brainstorm ideas, make suggestions, and when necessary, seek the Boards’ approval regarding policy and/or

changes to common practices. I would like to see more Board Directors’ chair and co-chair our committees, encourage shareholders to learn more about our corporation, share ideas from cooperators, and help keep our corporation moving in the right direction. I have the pleasure of serving as the co-Chair of the Information Technology and Contracts Compliance committees with Board VP Khalil Abdul-Wahhab. Our committees include cooperators with experience in the field and those who want to learn about the department at hand while sharing their ideas. Our committee’s accomplishments include developing a flow chart, mission statement and ways to improve the existing * Ya r d i s y s t e m s . Our action plans include website improvements, converting Sales applications to downloadable and fillable documents, hiring information technology interns at no cost to the corporation, developing an end-user survey to identify software concerns within the departments, upgrading the Yardi systems, and review of a contract from beginning to end. If you are able to give one night a month to participate on a committee, I encourage you to do so. Your input would be most appreciated. * Ya r d i s y s t e m s i s a p r o p e r t y m a n a g e m e n t so f t w a r e u s e d i n R iv e r b a y b y 7 5 % o f t h e e m p l o y e e s f o r w o r k o r d e r s , p u r c h a s i n g , i nve n t o r y, f i n a n c e a n d a c c o u n t s p a y a b l e . I would like to see our Management team embrace the ideas and suggestions from our committees while they manage day-to-day operations. For me, it’s all about teaming up for the betterment of our community; don’t you agree? C u s h m a n & Wa k e f i e l d , L e t ’s i n c r e a s e o u r R eve n u e Because I am most interested in our corporation’s ability to increase revenue, manage our cash flow activities, and minimize carry charge increases, I support the consulting efforts of Cushman & Wakefield. Their role is to locate developers that are willing to improve the

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appearance of the commercial space within our malls and increase our retail income. This project includes a guaranteed rent and a 50/50 split of profits. In speaking with cooperators and Board Directors, we realize there is a need for upgrade in our mall areas, especially with Bay Plaza’s retail enhancements in place. Out of our four malls, I think we could get the biggest bang by making the Bartow Mall comparable to the stores we see going up in Bay Plaza. This could attract customers and spending in our Bartow Mall. I am happy to share that the developers will work with the community on store selection. I think when upgrading the other three malls, several of our mom & pop establishments should stay in place, and use one of our existing structures to open a youth center in or near one of the mall areas. This approach would keep a certain family feel and look in our community. Cushman & Wakefield shared that all three perspective developers will have design drawings ready for review during the first quarter of 2013. Board VP Khalil Abdul-Wahhab requested that the Construction Committee receive the drawings as well. If you are interested in this project, perhaps you should consider joining the Construction Committee, if it is not already at its capacity. The Chair is Al Shapiro and co-Chair is Board VP Khalil Abdul-Wahhab. U p d a t e : During our December open Board meeting, I noticed the awkwardness in cooperators getting up and down to speak at the microphone stand. I inquired if we could get a cordless microphone to pass to shareholders during the Q&A sessions. I am happy to report that Board VP Khalil AbdulWahhab immediately sent a request to Management and as of Jan. 14, a cordless microphone will be available at our next open Board meeting. Board VP AbdulWahhab, thank you for initiating the request and seeing it through, and thank you, Management, for honoring the need of our cooperators. Here’s a New Year’s quote: “Resolve to make at least one person happy every day, and then in ten years you may have made three thousand, six hundred and fifty persons happy, or brightened a small town by your contribution to the fund of general enjoyment.”

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to attend worship service at 120 Benchley Place, Building 24 (street level). SUNDAY: Sunday School for all age group starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day service begins at 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. WEDNESDAY: Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting will also be held 7:30 p.m. FRIDAY: Bible study will start at 7:30 p.m. FOCUS: Pressing Toward the Mark. Our goal is heaven! Our journey there requires us to press onward and upward. Philippians 3:14 states: I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. When we were born again of the water and the Spirit, we began an exciting journey to an everlasting destination. Our ultimate goal is to hear our master say, “Well done!” However, we must stay on the griddle of life and endure the fiery trials that come, knowing that “all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28). Furthermore, we must go through the three steps of being called, chosen, and faithful. On our road of discovery, we must constantly measure our progress by Christ’s example. One day, we will reach our destination—a place called heaven-and we will exchange our vile bodies for an eternal, glorified body like His. Hebrews 12:1–3) states Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us. Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endure the cross, despising the shame, and set down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest he be wearied and faint in your minds. God want us to have faith and confidence in Him at all times, and do not become faint and weary in our minds.

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Second Reading Resolution #12-100 SUBMITTED BY: Al Shapiro SECONDED BY: Khalil AbdulWahhab BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: January 17th, 2013 W H E R E AS, Whereas on December 2, 2009 the Board approved Resolution # 0979 for a three year legal retainer with the law firm of Trivella and Forte, LLP, based upon their expertise in employment and labor law; and W H E R E AS, During the last three years Trivella and Forte has successfully represented Riverbay at arbitrations, grievances and collective bargaining negotiations at the flat rate $108,000.00 per year for employment and labor matters, a flat

rate of $6,000.00 per year per plan to provide legal advice as the consultant to the Management and PBA Pension plans and an hourly rate of $225.00 per hour for litigation; and W H E R E AS, Trivella and Forte is requesting that their flat rate of $108,000.00 per year for employment and labor matters be increased to $168,000.00 and include all of the legal services covered under the predecessor retainer as well as all Administrative Hearings and Administrative Trials regarding any and all claims brought before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New York State Division of Human Rights and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, in addition to any Administrative proceeding regard-

ing an alleged violation of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City law; and W HE R E AS, the proposed legal fees for the Management Pension Plan and the PBA Pension Plans remain unchanged and the proposed hourly rate of $225.00 per hour for state and federal litigation remains unchanged; and W H E R E AS, Management recommends that the Trivella and Forte legal retainer be approved for a three year period. NOW TH ER E F O RE BE IT R E SOLVED, that the Legal Retainer with Trivella and Forte is approved for the three year period at the rate of $168,000.00 per year for employment and labor matters, including all Administrative Hearings and

Administrative Trials regarding any and all claims brought before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New York State Division of Human Rights, and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, in addition to any Administrative proceedings regarding an alleged violation of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City law; a flat rate of $6,000.00 per year per plan to provide legal advice to the Management and PBA Pension Plans; and an hourly rate of $225.00 per hour for state and federal litigation. BE I T F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the President is hereby authorized to sign this legal retainer on behalf of the Corporation. TABL E D

dated November 14, 2012 (copy attached) was submitted by Great Eastern Energy LLC and Energy Spectrum Inc.; and NOW T HE R E F O R E , L E T I T BE , R E SOLVE D: that the proposed Contract #2788 with Great Eastern Energy and Energy Spectrum Inc at the fees listed in their attached proposal dated November 14, 2012 be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and amended

by Resolution 95-44, and that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YE S: Atkins, Bailey, Cylich, Graham, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Turner, Abdul-Wahhab ABSTAI N: Illis ABSE NT: Owens PASSE D

Second Reading - Resolution #12-102 SUBM I T T E D BY: O th elia J on es SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DIR E C T OR S M EE T I NG, DATE D: J a nu a r y 17th , 2013 W H E R E AS, Contracts Administration sent out twenty requests for proposal pertaining to Bid #2788,Energy Management Services which includes but is not limited to the procurement of fuel for the power

plant, managing power plant equipment utilization, and maximizing revenues from NYISO (New York State Independent System Operator) and Con Edison programs; and W H E R E AS, Contracts Administration received four proposals; and W H E R E AS, The proposals were sent to the Finance Department and General Management for review; and W H E R E AS, the best qualified bid

Amended Second Reading - Resolution #12-103 SUBM I T T E D BY: R a ymond T ir a do SE C O NDE D BY: Kh a lil Abd u lWa h h a b /L ea h Gr a h a m BOAR D O F DI R E C TO R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: J a n ua r y 17t h , 2013 W H E R E AS, the Contracts Department sent out thirty (30) requests for proposals for Bid #2792, Door Replacement Program as Needed; and W H E R E AS, we received five (5) proposals which were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager and Architect; and W H E R E AS, the Project Manager and Architect (Robert J. Stahl) recommends Cove Improvements and P&P Construction as the lowest responsible bidders to share the contract. NOW T H E R E F OR E ,

L E T IT BE R E SOLVE D: that the proposed contract 2792 with Cove Improvements, Inc. and P & P Construction for a total contract amount of $250,000.00 over 2 years be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YE S: At kin s, Ba iley, C ylich, I llis, F. J on es, O . J on es, L eslie, Sa n t ia go, Sh a p ir o, Tir a d o, Tu r n er NO: G r a h a m , J oh nson ABSTAI N: Abd ul-Wa h ha b ABSE NT: Owen s PASSE D

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Noteworthy program presented at Community Relations Committee While I do not personally know Ms. Jordana Bell, a teacher at Truman High School, I think the program she is attempting to sponsor is a noteworthy one and so wanted to share some of the details with you. Last Tuesday at a Community Relations Committee meeting, by invitation, Ms. Bell and 4 young men, presented their problems, the lack of $50,000 for Project Ukwaluka, South Africa 2013. Plans for ten (10) young men of color in their senior year of Harry S Truman High School to be in South Africa. This project would augment the mission of Truman High to prepare its students to be college ready within 4 years and to provide the physical, educational and life skills necessary to prepare and empower them, for leadership and success. Those young folks shall be under the leadership of Jordana Bell, born in the Bronx and educated in Greenburgh, N.Y. In her presentation, Sister Bell said that she obtained a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in African Studies from SUNY Purchase. She completed studies at the University of Cape Town. There she taught literacy and South Africa history in the townships. Upon completion of her internship, Ms. Bell became a New York City teaching fellow and became a Special Education teacher, qualified in Global Studies which she continues to the present. In one part of her thesis towards her

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Eleanor Bailey Masters Degree in Special Education from Mercy College, she had her students prepare and participate in the United Nations International Student Conference at which they reported on the international crisis of human trafficking. Eye opener was a trip for fifty (50) outstanding students to Washington, DC for the inauguration of President Obama in 2008. This was the first for a number of them—taking a trip outside of the Bronx, some out of their own neighborhood. The trip had a profound effect on the entire student body. In fact, it is the reason for Ukwaluka, South Africa 2013, which was created with the hope that it shall become an annual event. Without a defined path to academic and economic well being, the nation’s 47% of African American and 44% of Latino young males do not graduate from high school. It is important that they realize the importance of their role in this global society so that they can better contribute to it and themselves.

$50,000 can and will help. Ukwaluka, South Africa 2013 objectives are to: • Create equity among students • Improve college readiness and employment marketability • Mentor students in becoming global citizens who contribute to all communities • Enhance school culture and build incentives for current and prospective students Establish partnership with a South African organization, such as Afrika Tekhun and Robben Island, for ongoing programs and opportunities. Included in this curriculum is three days of public service in townships, an overnight stay and private tour of Robben Island prison, including meetings with past political prisoners, a trip to the African bush, as well as attending a seminar about the HIV epidemic in South Africa. Funds for travel and lodging are the top priority issues for the group, but hope is that this project will be allowed to continue and expand for years to come. Yes, these young men have been fundraising on their own for themselves. Riverbay, dig down deep. $50,000 is a lot of money and help is needed. For additional information, or to find out how you can make a contribution, you may contact me at (718) 379-7754. Management has offered the Youth

Committee an alternative site to the Bingo Hall for our youth center. This site is under the grocery store in the Bartow Mall, same level as the administrative offices. The site is an expanded area from my first observation a few years ago. Some folks who I invited to inspect and run a youth center feel as thought the site has possibilities. More checking, more negotiations are in the books. The Bingo Hall still looks good. Whichever site is utilized, Riverbay does not have the funds to operate it. Funding must be acquired for renovation, leasing, staffing and equipment. But first of all, a facility must be acquired for our center. To clarify Ms. Turner’s suggestions in last week’s Co-op City Times, before becoming Chair of the Youth and Community Relations Committee, I was co-Chair for more than 6 years. I chair the Labor Relations Committee because of my union and management involvement and the entire Board makes up this committee. I became co-Chair of the Buildings and Grounds Committee because Mr. Illis did not have anyone and the Budget is another one where the entire Board makes up the committee. The History Committee was not mentioned, but again, the whole Board comprises that committee as well. If you need to talk to me, please write me at 2049 Bartow Avenue, c/o the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club We would like to thank those who attended the last meeting. A special thanks goes out to Alethea Cherebin, our Secretary, who chaired the January Meeting. Our next meeting will be during “Black History Month” on Tuesday, February 5, Einstein Community Center, Room 35, at 7:00 p.m. We will be addressing new initiatives for 2013 as we move forward and build our membership.

Shooting firearm of unknown caliber recovered at the scene and taken into possession by the 45th Precinct. Published reports stated that EMS records show that the victim who was shot in the leg is a 17 year old, but no information is yet available on the second victim. Chief Apollo said that one of the victims has an extensive arrest history and is known to the department, although he is no longer a resident of Co-op City. It is also believed that the second victim, who is not known to the department, but who is a current resident, also has an extensive arrest history, but this has not yet been fully confirmed. Following the shooting, the CCPD Detectives Unit has been working very closely with the 45th Precinct to aid in the investigation. The detectives have been reviewing video footage and are still gathering intelligence. “Uniformed Officers from both Public Safety and the NYPD conducted a search of the area, as well as interviewed potential witnesses in an attempt to identify the attackers,” reported Chief Apollo. “This information will remain confidential at this time.” Prior to the shooting on Sunday, Chief Apollo and Deputy Chief Gerardo Blanco met with Lieutenant Trepani of the 45th Pct. on Thursday, January 10, to discuss proactive measures that can be taken to continue keeping crime statistics low in the community. “We discussed the ongoing approach/scheduling of joint operations in the community,” said Chief Apollo. “We conducted two of these operations this past Friday, January 11, and Saturday, January 12, which resulted in an arrest for disor-

As Democrats, we have several issues we can advocate for on the local, state and federal level. One thing we will be doing more of is writing letters and expressing ourselves. Also, we will discuss how to call and speak to our elected officials. It’s one thing to sit and criticize someone and another to take action. To celebrate Black History Month, I will be sharing information from the book

“Plantation Row Slave Cabin Cooking The Roots of Soul Food.” Also, an informative article “African Healing Herbs” adapted from a book, “A Healing Grove: African Tree Remedies and Rituals for the Body and Spirit.” If you would like to share a Black History moment, you will be allowed to do so. Do you think that some Americans are going absolutely crazy because a “Black Family” is in the

“White House?” Let’s discuss undoing racism. You are invited to be a part of this exciting meeting and also to join our club. Membership is only $20 yearly. However, we will be asking for a special donation to assist with other special projects. For more information, please call 718320-1861. —Evelyn M. Turner

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detectives at (718) 822-5414, or Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS. Reference 45 Precinct Detective Case #55 and 56. All calls will be kept confidential. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 in cash for information leading to the arrest and indictment of any violent felon. In the wake of this past weekend’s shooting, the staffing of the CCPD Mobile Command Center has been called into question. Chief Apollo said: “I have discussed at numerous Security Committee meetings that the staffing of the mobile command center is done when manpower allows. There are times that the mobile command center can be exclusively manned, but then there are numerous times when the officer assigned there has to patrol a post as well. Citing an example, the Chief said that if the mobile center is stationed in Alcott Place, the officer posted there may have to patrol Buildings 17-19 as part of the assignment, therefore requiring him/her to leave the mobile command and patrol/answer calls/conduct sweeps at the buildings concerned. The Chief pointed out that there were sweep team officers assigned to the mobile command center which was stationed in Section Five on Sunday, January 13, but these officers were performing multiple roles in that they were also conducting numerous sweeps throughout the community, coming off the joint operations with the 45th Precinct on Friday and Saturday. “Also, when the shooting incident occurred, or any other major incident for that matter, all officers in the area concerned are

deployed for searches, gathering of intelligence, sweeps, etc. This would include the officer at the mobile command center as well,” explained Chief Apollo. “Also we may be faced with an unforeseen condition where an officer has to be taken from a post, such as the mobile command and placed somewhere else due to a fire, flood, 10-13 (officer needs assistance), numerous arrests, elevator outages that require roof escorts or any other unusual occurrence that requires re-deployment of manpower.” Chief Apollo said that the department takes all reports of quality of life conditions seriously and does its best with the manpower allotted to complete assigned tasks and net results. “The Detectives have been utilized on numerous all-out assignments to supplement manpower when needed, but we also have to utilize the Detectives to operate in their investigatory mode on cases that are time sensitive in nature, such as the shooting incident,” said the Chief, adding that he is working with Management to look at other possible alternatives to enhance police presence in the community, including contacting local politicians to provide more NYPD coverage to complement the efforts of CCPD. “However, that being said, it must also be understood that the NYPD places additional resources in communities according to crime statistics and numerous other events. Co-op City does not present alarming enough crime stats to validate permanent reassignment of manpower to this area by the NYPD,” said Chief Apollo.

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derly conduct, and the issuance of several summonses to different individuals. These joint operations will be ongoing and the 45th Precinct and I will meet monthly to discuss our progress, as well as areas that require improvement.” The Chief also noted that on Monday, January 14, the day following the shooting, he met with Commanding Officer Captain James McGeown of the 45th to discuss the shooting and to review the progress of the investigation, and combined efforts between the 45th and CCPD to conduct different types of joint operations in an attempt to keep crime stats down in the Co-op City community. Last week, Public Safety released its 2012 crime analysis figures which show crime down in most major categories in Co-op City during the past year. Chief Apollo credits this decrease in crime to several factors—involved cooperators, an effective lobby attendant program, the utilization of over 700 cameras throughout the community, coupled with the efforts of the skilled CCPD’s Detectives Squad, and joint operations with the 45th Precinct. “Keeping crime down in a community this size is a team effort which requires cooperation among the community, the Public Safety staff and the NYPD,” Chief Apollo told the Co-op City Times last week. “The crime stats for the Co-op City community for 2012 have displayed that all of these factors have come together in keeping the community probably one of the safest in the City of New York. I applaud the efforts of all involved.” As the investigation into last Sunday’s shooting continues, detectives at the 45th Precinct are asking for the community’s help.

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number) 1-718-3796920. Not e: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, January 25, is before 4:46 p.m. Shabbat ends today Saturday, January 19, at 5:41 p.m. S.O .S. Urgent! Calling all Jewish men

to make a Minyon. M en you a r e need ed for a M in yon . A Minyon is the number of men needed to read the Torah. The important number needed is 10. Please be counted as part of the 10 men and make the Minyon. You will be doing a Mitzvah (a good deed). Thank you! The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. C om in g E ven t s: Sunday, January 20 at 1:00 p.m.— Synagogue sponsors an afternoon of

Bingo. The cost is $3 per person and includes admission and refreshments. Hope to see you at this fun time. Sunday, February 24 – We are asking you to save this date so that you can plan to attend the Purim Luncheon. Learn all about Purim. More information will appear in this article at a later date. I’ll keep you posted. G ood a n d Welfa r e: All women are invited to join the Sisterhood. The dues for 2013 are due. $18 is the annual amount. Do you need a tree certificate sent “in

Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15 per tree. For more information, you can call Mimi at 1347-427-4526. We can accommodate you. If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy, painless and complete recovery in double quick time. We have a special get well wish for Nat Sherman. Your help is always appreciated. Thank you. Shalom! M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 320-0844. All are welcome. Week ly Sch ed u le: Sunday service

with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held

each Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 20, the Second Sunday after the Epiphany.

For additional information, please call the church at 718-320-0844. “ The Lord shall give strength to his people; *the Lord shall give his people the blessing of peace.” (Psalm 29:11) —M . C h a m b er s

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com. This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other. C om in g E ve n t s : The next meeting of the Association is Wednesday, February

6. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m. Pokeno is back! Friday, February 15 will be our night for Pokeno fun. We meet in the association room on the “B” side of the building. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. Bring your nickels and have some fun. Snacks are served.

Crochet class is on Wednesday, January 23. The class will start at 1:00 p.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. We meet at the Building 30 association room on the “B” side. C a le n d a r of E ve n t s : Friday, January 25 – Movie Night Doors open at 7:00 p.m. G ood & Welf a r e:

Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather. If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day. Especially, a get well wish to Lois who is suffering with a pulled leg muscle. SEE YOU SOON. M i r i a m E . B e r l o fs k y —M

Cooperators United of Co-op City Happy New Year. Our next meeting is Tuesday, January 22nd, 7:00 p.m., Bartow Room 31. Our topics for discussion will be a place for our kids and upgrades to our lobbies. We have secured two guest speakers on the above topics.

Going forward in 2013, we must ensure that our questions raised are answered and there is a Riverbay Board Election that is fast approaching. If you cannot attend, we would appreciate your sending

someone to represent your building/townhouse association. Our thoughts and prayers to all who are sick and shut-in and to all who lost family and friends in 2012. —Sonja Ma xwell

Drammeh Institute The Drammeh Institute, Inc. has an opportunity available for young women in Co-op City from the ages of 18 and over to attend the 57th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW57) which will take place at United Nations Headquarters

in New York from March 4-15. In accordance with its multi-year programme of work (ECOSOC resolution 2009/15), the 2013 priority theme of the Commission on the Status of Women is “Elimination and prevention of all forms of violence

against women and girls.“ The Commission will also evaluate progress in the implementation of the agreed conclusions from its fifty-third session on “The equal sharing of responsibilities between women and men, including caregiving in the con-

text of HIV/AIDS.“ If you or anyone you know is interested in attending, please send an email to info@thedrammehinstitute.org. Deadline for submissions is Tuesday, January 22. —E lise E d wa r d s

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Mon., Jan. 21

Bartow

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Senior Centers are Closed

Einstein

Dreiser

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Senior Centers are Closed

Date: Mon., Jan. 21

Tues., Jan. 22

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Senior Centers Closed

Prune juice Beef stuffed cabbage/tomato sauce Green beans Toasted barley

Chicken marsala Israeli couscous Oriental blend

Whole wheat Italian bread Whole wheat bread Fresh banana

Burrito day Ground lean beef w/spices Spanish brown rice w/red beans

Whole wheat bread Whole wheat tortilla Fresh orange

Rosemary, caramelized onion turkey burger Steak fries Mixed vegetables

Whole wheat bread Whole wheat bun Fresh apple

Honey mustard chicken Toasted red potatoes Spinach

Challah roll Whole wheat bread Fresh pear

Alt: Salmon salad

Tues., Jan. 22

Current Events 10am, Rm. 31

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Dominoes

9:30 – 10:30, Rm. 7

10:00am, Rm. 49

Alert & Alive

Tai Chi

Bingo 10:00- 11:30, Rm. 31

Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Word Games 9:30 –11:30am, Rm. 31

Card Games 2:00-4pm, Rm. 31

10:30am-11:30am, Rm. 7

11:00 am, Rm. 45

10:30-11:30am in Aud. B

Bingo

Mind Teasers

1:00pm, Rm. 49

12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 4

Zumba w/Eva

Matinee Movie w/George

Wed., Jan. 23

Dominoes 10:00am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10:00am, Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 am, Computer Lab Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00 a.m., Rm. 45

9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Chat Session

Stay Well Exercise

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday

Thurs., Jan. 24

9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31

10 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

10:00 -11:00 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games

Spelling Bee

10 – 11 a.m., Aud. A

11:00 a.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers

10 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama 1:30 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Piano Sing Along

9:30 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Line Dancing

Bingo

2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7

Movie Madness

Fri., Jan. 25

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 am, Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30am 11:30am, Rm. 7 Tai Chi 11:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 4 Art Class 1:00pm-3:00pm, Rm. 7 YOGA w/Bhadra Every Wednesday 2:00pm-3:00pm, Rm. 2

Crochet and Knitting

9:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes

10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7

Men’s Line Dancing

10 a.m., Rm. 45

9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 & 10 -11 a.m., Rm. 36

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Women’s Line Dancing 10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Meditative Moments

Dominoes

Bingo

(11 – 12 p.m., Rm. 2)

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

1 p.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers 12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10–11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Card Games

Card Games, Dominoes

2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

2 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

Therapeutic Yoga

2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday

Chat Session

10 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

(Schedule subject to change without notice*)

10 a.m., Rm. 31

1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Rm. 8

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

As scheduled: 1st Mondays:

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

Tuesdays

Bowling

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

Bartow Dreiser 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. $2.50 11:00am 11:30am (for transportation)

$5 $12

Einstein 1:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:15am

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Orange pineapple juice Hot Baked Salmon w/cold LF Mayo dill sauce Winter blend Kasha varniskes Alt: Cold baked chicken

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn

Library

Dominoes

Thurs., Jan. 24

1-2pm, Aud. A

2:00-4:00 pm, Rm. 45

Chicken breast creamy Mushroom dill Mashed potatoes Carrots Alt: Cold Tuna salad

Mixed Cultural Dance

2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 7 Stay Well Exercise 10:00am-11:00am, Rm. 31 Line Dancing 11:00am-12:30pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31 Word Games, Rm. 31 9:30am - 11:30pm Bingo 10:00 – 11:30, Rm. 31 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed 9;00-10:00am, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00pm4:00pm, Rm. 31

Wed., Jan. 23

Fri., Jan. 25

¼ roast chicken Greek style Roasted potato Spinach Alt: Cold vegetarian liver

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that the members please call their center in order to register for lunch for the week. Registr a tion for lu n ch a da y in a dva n ce h a s been discon tin u ed.

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

Upcoming Events/Trips Attention a ll seniors: There will be no refunds for a ll trips. E ffective J anua r y 1, the cost for some of the J ASA tr ips has been incr ea sed due to the increase of bridge tolls: Palisades Mall - $12, Bergen Mall - $15, Jersey Gardens Mall – $15 & Tanger Outlet Deer Park - $15. E ffective J a nua r y 1, the cost for the Em pir e C a sino a nd Stew L eona r d’s will be $5. Effective Febr ua r y 1, the cost for the Wal-M a r t tr ip will be $15. J ASA CL OSED M ONDAY, J ANUARY 21 – MARTIN LUTHER KING’S BIRTHDAY. E mpir e Ca sino – Fr ida y, J a nuar y 25 $5 per per son. – Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m.; Bartow - 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser 10:30 a.m. Bus departs at 3 p.m., please be on time. SOL D OUT! R esor ts Wor ld Ca sino @ Aqueduct – December 4, 2012 t r ip ha s been r escheduled for Tuesday, J a nuar y 22 – (54 seat C oa ch Bus) $20. See r evised time for pick-ups. Pick-up times: Bartow – 9:30 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:45 a.m. & Einstein – 10:00 a.m. Departure time from Casino is 3:30 p.m. SOL D OUT! R id ge H ill – (Shop p in g M a ll) M onda y, J a nua r y 28 – $7, includes round trip transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. and Einstein - 9:30 a.m. C entr a l Avenue – Fr ida y, Febr ua r y 1 - $13 – Trip includes round trip transportation 2 hours in XMAS Tree Store, 1 hour Trader Joe’s & 2 hours Amazing Savings. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:15 a.m.; Einstein – 9:30 a.m. Fa ir wa y – M onda y, Febr ua r y 4th - $3 per per son. Pick-ups: Bartow - 11:00 a.m.; Einstein - 11:15 a.m. and Dreiser - 11:30 a.m. (2 hours of shopping). (On ly 10 sea ts ava ila ble). M useum of Moder n Ar t (M oM A) – Wednesda y, Febr ua r y 6. F RE E – Only 10 sea ts ava ila ble! Pick-ups: Ba r tow -

9: 00 a .m.; Dr eiser - 9: 15 a .m . a n d Einstein - 9:30 a .m. Ace in the Hole - feat ur ing L onnie Youngblood – Fr iday, M a r ch 1 - $55, price includes round-trip transportation, show and lunch. Arrival time 11:00 a.m. Departure time 3:30 p.m.. Pa ym ent is r equir ed upon r egistr a tion. No r efunds or deposits. (Only 20 sea ts ava ila ble). Pick-ups: Dreiser - 9:00 a.m.; Bartow – 9:15 a.m. & Einstein – 9:30 a.m. Wa nt to p ar ticipa te in a focus gr oup a bout r etir ement? We wou ld like to hea r a bout your exper ience! JASA is holding focus groups for persons age 50 and older. We have four available dates: Wednesday, January 23rd, JASA office 2049 Bartow Avenue; Thursday, January 24th, Einstein Center, Room 34; Friday, Bartow Center, Room 25 and Monday, January 28th, Bartow Center, Room 25. Each group meets from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. If interested, call the Co-op City Senior Services office to register at 718-320-2066. Weight Ma na gement Suppor t Gr oup - Th e next m eetin g is schedu led for Monda y J a n. 28th - 10: 00 a .m. - 2049 Ba r t ow Aven u e, R oom 25, ever y Monda y. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy, but with knowledge and practice it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Ca regiver Suppor t Gr oup - The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesda y, J anu ar y 22. 1:00 p.m.-2: 00 p.m. in Room 31, Ba rtow Center. A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718320-2066.

Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 FYI: Getting Social Security checks by paper check will be a thing of the past. Starting March 1st, a new regulation requires almost all recipients of federal benefits to receive payments electronically. Payments will be accessible through direct deposit or a Direct Express prepaid debit card. Approximately 5 million people (of the 64.5 million beneficiaries) still receive paper checks. A limited number of hardship cases and people in their 90s who do not convert to electronic payments by March 1st will continue to receive paper checks, but that number will diminish over time. To sign up for direct deposit, go to www.GoDirect.org. Get-well wishes to Rosalind Webb. Heartfelt condolences to Charles & Rosa Bell on the loss of his mother; to Clara Evans on the loss of her nephew, Michael Cross; and to Catherine Shipley on the loss of her husband, James. NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2013 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S Feb. 7 (date change) – Ira & Isabella’s Jewish/Italian Wedding Comedy at Lakeside Manor (Hazlet, NJ) – includes luncheon and show; Deluxe motor coach

transportation…$75/person…contact Jean, 718-379-3742. April 11 – Ace in the Hole Presents Joe Coleman’s “Platters Review” – includes lunch, dancing and boutique shopping at the Royal Manor; w/deluxe motor coach transportation …$88/person…contact Jean, 718- 3793742. May 16 – Culinary Institute of America & Hudson River Boat Cruise includes a guided tour of the World’s Premier Culinary College followed by a gourmet meal prepared by students of the Institute; then have a relaxing afternoon on a Hudson River Cruise…$110/person…contact Daisy, 718671-3241. June 3 – 4 – Sands Casino (on the way), shopping in Bethlehem, PA and the show “Noah’s Ark” – included overnight stay at Crown Plaza Hotel w/dinner and show; buffet breakfast; in the afternoon experience the Biblical show “Noah’s Ark” at Sight/Sound Theater; dinner after the show in Amish Country (on your own)…$50 deposit (check payable to AARP-4997) + $21 for travel insurance…$275 per person/double; $265 per person/triple; $345/single; final payment due May 3…contact Jean, 718379-3742. —Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association O ffice—As of Monday, January 7th, the office will be open 2 days a week. Monday from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and Friday from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. F lea M a r k et —Come visit our Flea Market in Room #13, Dreiser

Community Center. For information, call 718-320-2069. Once again, we will be open Monday from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and Friday from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. —Ar len e R od r igu ez

Goose Island Seniors Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS CLOSED, MONDAY, JANUARY 21 - MARTIN LUTHER KING, Jr. DAY KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Mondays, Jan. 28 @ 3:30 p.m. Toddler Time - Every Tuesday, 11 a.m. Teens TAG - Every Tuesday, 4 p.m. Teen Lounge - Every Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Jan. 31 (Anime Night) 4 p.m. Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3 p.m. Kids Tech Time - Jan. 31 @ 4 pm Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Film - Every Saturday: Kids Flicks @ 11 am: Jan. 19 - Toy Story 2; Jan. 26 - Toy Story 3 Films @ 2 pm: Jan. 19 - I Have a Dream (Martin Luther King, Jr.); Jan. 26 Evita

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Monday, January 21—All centers will be closed in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Wednesday, January 23—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2 for members only. Refreshments served. Tuesday, February 26—Going to Atlantic City Showboat Casino. Price is $30. Rebate is $25 slot play. Pick-up time 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. All must have photo I.D. to get your bonus. Wednesday, April 17 to Westchester Theater at Elmsford to: Guys and Dolls.

Price is $78 (seventy-eight). Pick-up time is 9 a.m. at our usual 3 bus stops. Please leave a deposit when making your reservation. Thursday, July 11—Going to BRAHAUS IN POMONA, NY. Price is $58. Pick-up time is 9 a.m. If you want poached Tilapia, it’s $1.50 extra. For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You can call in evening to Ann at 347-267-4517 or call Mary at 718379-4899. Come and join in the fun. Good health to all. —M a r y P illa

Einstein Cancer Fund As per popular request, we will be going to the Mohegan Sun on February 12th. The cost per person is $33. Casino bonus is $15 wheel bet and $15 food voucher. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m., Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Photo I.D and casino card required. A two-day trip — Wednesday and Thursday, May 15th and 16th, for the amazing show of “Noah’s Ark” at the Millenium Theatre, Lancaster, Pa. Day 1 – Noah’s Ark, followed by check-in at the Hawthorne Inn and a smorgasbord dinner at Miller’s Restaurant. Day 2 – After breakfast and check out, we leave to the Sands Casino for bonus of the day, plus a

food voucher. Cost per person—double, $245; triple, $235 and single, $287. Come and enjoy a relaxing trip and a fantastic show. Please call for reservations, deposits of $25 and up are being accepted. For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Lydia at 718671-3005 and Loretta at 718-671-2958. You can reach us on Monday through Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and in the evening after 6:00 p.m. Good health and healings are wished to all. Remember those who are homebound or in nursing homes. Give them a call. —Lyd ia R u a s

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Co-op City Times / January 19, 2013

Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Israel’s most consistently peaceful border since 1967 has been its border with Syria - because Israel holds the Golan Heights, Israel has removed the Syria motivation to make war on Israel. Yet, the U.N. General Assembly, in adopting several anti-Israel resolutions, condemned Israel for continuing

to hold the Heights and demanded that Israel return the land to Syria. Right: Return the Golan Heights to the government of Bashar Assad, so that he can brutalize or kill the residents of the Golan Heights, just as he is brutalizing the rest of Syria. Good idea, UN!

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candle-lighting time. Saturday morning serv-

ices start at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council wishes to remind cooperators that we now have the 2012 NYC-210 and IT-214 applications for those who qualify. To review, if you do NOT have to file a NYState income tax return, you can use one of these forms to get a school tax credit of $62.50 (single) or $125 for a couple. To qualify for the IT214, which is the Real Estate Tax Credit, you must, again, not already be filing a NYS Income tax return AND your income for 2012, including your Social Security, cannot be over $18,000. In addition, your adjusted rent (that is your base rent minus 20% for

the Con Edison charges which are bundled in with your rent) can’t exceed $450. I believe there are still some people in Co-op City whose income and rent fall within these guidelines, so please contact Lynn or Tatiana at the Council office (718-320-1234) to make further inquiries, or come into the office at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #18, to get help with the application. You do not need to produce documentation for either of these benefits, but you will need to know what you earned last year and exactly how much rent you paid in 2012. —Lyn n L evin e

Baychester Visual Arts Association The new year is here and if you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is your chance to get expert instruction at a very low cost. Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist, is the instructor for classes given on Tuesdays. Classes are held every Tuesday with 2 sessions to choose from: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10 lessons

is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who avail themselves of this opportunity. For more information about our classes, please call Mr. Groves at 201-862-0847 or K. Klaus at 719-379-6074. Science is for the body, but art is for the soul. —Sylvia L ocha nsky

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Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Pastor Fernando Figueroa and Pastor Thomas Garrett and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana Marcos extend an invitation for you to come together and celebrate the day that the Lord has made, worshipping his precious and holy name. W h en I Sa y…“ I a m a C h r ist ia n ” When I say…“I am a Christian”/I’m not shouting “I am saved”/I’m whispering “I get lost!”/“That is why I chose this way.” When I say…“I am a Christian”/I don’t speak of this with pride. I’m confessing that I stumble/and need someone to be my guide. When I say…“I am a Christian”/I’m not trying to be strong. I’m professing that I’m weak/and pray for strength to carry on. When I say…“I am a Christian”/I’m not bragging of success. I’m admitting I have failed/and cannot ever pay the debt.

When I say…“I am a Christian”/I’m not claiming to be perfect,/my flaws are too visible/but God believes I’m worth it. When I say…“I am a Christian”/I still feel the sting of pain/I have my share of heartaches/which is why I seek His name. When I say…“I am a Christian”/I do not wish to judge. I have no authority. I only know I’m loved. C H UR C H HO UR S: Sp a n ish Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m. Friday: Bible Study, 8:00 p.m. Sunday: Sunday School, 10:00 a.m.— For children teens and adults. Evangelistic Service: 12:00 p.m. C h u r ch H our s: English Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m., Sunday: All are welcome. We are located in the Section 5 community center, Room 42. For any questions or prayers, call 718671-6112 or 347-275-5500. —P a st or s F igu er oa /Ga r r et t

Building 21 Association Hi folks! Hi 21’ers! I’m munching on my favorite chocolate caramel gourmet popcorn, gifted to us by our neighbor…Thanks, Mrs. Sylvia Sobel, it is truly delicious! Thank all of you who have paid your $5 annual dues during our “fundraising drive” last weekend…Our intent as an association is to unite the cooperators of Building 21 and in all of Co-op City. FYI, all monies collected are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the 21 Association’s bank account. Our next 21 Association meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd at 7 p.m. Won’t you make it your business to attend? It is your business you know… Our meetings are fun, as well as important sources of information. To our dependable “holiday helpers:” first 21B’s Marilyn Williams, who always helps with the dismantling and Miss Carmen, grandma of our Anna…Ebony Lambright, Marita Taylor and neighbor Grace of 21A, all did a fine job. “Team 21B’s” Tristan and Jaylen Lopez, visting Lopez cousin Jayleen and Theron Marbury, along with Junius Williams, all quite the decorators. New 21B team members Nyjiera and Noah, grandchildren of Mrs. Daisy Anderson, and dad and daughter teammates “Corey and Corey”…The 21C team included Miss Tina Davis, her visiting sister and neighbor Deborah…Special recognition to loyal “troop decorators” Imani

Claxton; 5 year olds Jennipher and Jannett Martiena, as well as Prince Lambright of 21A…All of you are stellar helpers and exemplary cooperators. The 21 Association thanks you all again! It isn’t about decorations. It is about respect for where you live and what you pay for. If you respect where you live, others will too. We hope that this “positive energy” will catch on, in every building in Co-op City. If you see something that isn’t right, SAY AND DO SOMETHING to make it right. If we all do this, Co-op City will be better in every way! Security can be reached at 718.320.3050…MDU Channel 591 has a wealth of information and contact numbers 24 hours a day… Finally, the 21 Association would like to recognize our college students, who have returned to their studies after the holidays. Casey Peel of 21B, we are rooting for you and your continued success at Utica College…To mom, Rose Peel, great job! ...and feel better soon! Attend the meeting on Tuesday, January 22nd at 7 p.m., in the meeting room in the rear of the B-section. All are welcome; no matter what building you live in…You can reach us via email, at 21association@gmail.com; by phone at 347.504.1821. Just a bit of effort from all of us will make a huge impact on our community…See you around the neighborhood! —M ich elle M a r b u r y

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School is held at 9:15 a.m. for children and adults. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pickup at our mid-week worship service

which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, January 30 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held monthly at 7:30 p.m., we invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, March 12. The Scholarship Ministry is on the move again and they are inviting you to join them on August 11, as they travel to Chicago. This 6 night, 7 day trip includes 10 meals (6 breakfasts and 4

dinners), motor coach transportation and lodging. We will visit the historic Navy Pier, the world class Shedd Aquarium, the DeSable Museum of African American History and many other sights. The cost of the trip is $650 double occupancy. A $100 deposit is due on or before January 20. For additional information, call the church at 718-320-3774. Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To

Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.PrincipleCenteredLiving.com or www.RevDrSheldonE Williams.com. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org. Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. All other Sunday services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30

a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service. P r a yer Nigh t : The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray. Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish. C r escen do C h r istia n M u sic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open

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just started a new Sunday School for children of all ages. There will be three groups, 3 yrs. – 7 yrs., 8 yrs. – 12 yrs. and teens 13 yrs. and up. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book. Tr ip t o see Noa h : We are going to see Noah at Sight & Sound Theater on Saturday, March 23. We will also be having dinner at Shady Maple Restaurant and some time for shopping at their store. Transportation provided and cost will be $155/adult, $123/teen and $105/child. Deposits need to be received as soon as possible seats are filling up fast. If you are interested in coming, call Barbara at (347) 603-7473, if no answer, please leave a message. —R ev. Dr. M ilca C . P la u d

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