Co-op City Times 03/01/14

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Vol. 49 No. 9

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Hazel Dukes honored at Diaz’s Black History Celebration in Co-op City One of the nation’s most renowned civil rights activists over the last half decade, Hazel Dukes, the current and long-standing president of the New York State Conference of the NAACP, was one of the featured honorees at the Black History Month luncheon and celebration hosted by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. Thursday afternoon in Co-op City’s Dreiser Auditorium. Aside from Dukes, other

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honorees included Gregory Floyd, president of Teamsters Local 237 and Marsha D. Michael of Esquire Magazine.

This year marked the second consecutive year that Borough President Diaz chose Co-op City as the host site for his annual Black History Month Celebration of African-American Culture throughout history and in the Bronx, in particular.

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Greeting NAACP New York State Conference President Hazel Dukes (2nd from right) at Thursday’s Black History Month celebration were (l. to r) Jerome Rice, President of the Co-op City Chapter of the NAACP, Co-op City General Manager Vernon Cooper and Riverbay Board President Bill Gordon.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

Public Safety and CERT to stage mock emergency drill in Section 5 on Friday To better evaluate and improve on a series of procedures put into place to help Co-op City get through any of a number of potential emergency scenarios as safely as possible, Co-op City’s Public Safety Department, together with the volunteer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), will stage a mock emergency drill in Section 5 next Friday evening.

Beginning at approximately 6 p.m. that evening, the 25 active members of Community Board 10’s CERT will receive a call to report to Public Safety headquarters and then receive specific instructions for handling an ongoing emergency in Section 5.

According to Public Safety’s Chief Frank Apollo, the mock emergency – in this case a power failure affects Co-op City – will only be staged and hypothetical and no real consequences will be felt by the residents of Section 5 who will be free to go about their normal business while the drill is ongoing. But residents will be notified of the drill and told they may notice CERT members wearing bright emergency vests and helmets stationed at various locations around Section 5 carrying out certain assigned duties related to the drill.

BY BILL STUTTIG

Residents will be advised not to be alarmed by the unusual activity, but to just go about their activities as they would on any normal evening.

Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, captain of Co-op City’s CERT since its inception in 2010, said that next Friday’s drill will be the first practice session for a series of procedures designed by both Public Safety and CERT team members at a number of table top sessions jointly held by the two emergency response organizations over the past two years.

Abdul-Wahhab, who is also First Vice President of Riverbay’s Board of Directors, said: “This is a wonderful thing that we came together to improve emergency preparedness and the overall security of the community in the case of any of a number of emergencies. I am happy that we have reached this point in being able to work together in an actual drill to test and improve the quality of overall emergency response here in Co-op City.”

The CERT or Community Emergency Response Team is a program of the city’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) where volunteers within a particular Community Board district, in this (Continued on page 11)

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Riverbay wins challenge of NYC water bill, will seek more refunds Pursuing the long and complicated process of reversing billing errors by the New York City Water Department is paying off for Co-op City shareholders as Riverbay Corp. has won hundreds of thousands of dollars in credits from the city.

And in order to prevent the same over-billing from happening in the future, Riverbay will seek to enter a city program that eliminates over-estimating of water charges, saving potentially millions more in possible overcharges.

In a letter last month, a deputy commissioner from the New York City Department of Environmental Protection wrote that the department “… determined that a partial adjustment was required” based on an appeal of overcharged water bills submitted at Riverbay’s request by its representative, American Utility Consultants.

In its argument to the Water Department, American Utility convinced the city that the bills were inflated due to “… a grossly overestimated rate of usage due to the misreading of the meter” by the city.

BY JIM ROBERTS

American Utility is continuing to pursue this appeal because the city did not explain why it credited only half of the billing period in dispute and hopes to recover even more overcharges.

“The $400,000 refund we obtained was due to the cancellation of a series of grossly over-estimated bills that DEP had based on an earlier misreading,” said Michael Lockhart, President of American Utility. “DEP failed to take actual readings for several years and that one misreading triggered several years of subsequent overcharges.

“Although we are pleased with the $400,000 refund, we are still trying to secure additional refunds that go back even further than DEP granted. We are working on an appeal now and hope to have this resolved successfully within the next few months,” Lockhart said.

The city agency said in its letter that it will credit Riverbay with $399,762 to its water bill accounts to repay Co-op City for the past amount of over billing.

American Utility, which is paid only when it recovers money for its client, (Continued on page 2)

Riverbay General Counsel responds to claims of alleged misuse of stimulus funds

Riverbay’s General Counsel issued the following statement in response to a news item appearing in this week’s City News: “The Riverbay Fund properly obtained a grant to promote energy conservation at Co-op City, to educate the community on the benefits of energy efficiency, and to assist in the preservation of affordable housing by lowering operating expenses of Co-op City.”

—Jeffrey D. Buss

Public Safety Tactics Training – The latest graduated class of new Public Safety offi-

cers underwent additional firearms and tactics training recently which included instruction on the proper technique for taking a suspect into custody. The training included approaching suspects, armed and unarmed, proper challenging, moving in and around buildings and hallways, and entering apartments. Additional classroom instruction was provided of the use of physical and deadly force. All officers are required to pass a qualifying course of instruction on the use of a weapon which includes firearms safety and proficiency with live fire.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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Water

will receive a fee based on the amount of money it recovers for Riverbay.

“American Utility believes there is more money that we can recover than the city has sent so far and they have sent another letter back to the DEP to get those additional amounts of money for Co-op City shareholders,” said Peter Merola, Riverbay’s Director of Finance.

Over the past few years of pursuing overcharges, American Utility has already recovered several hundred thousand dollars for Riverbay, Merola said.

“They’ve brought some of their own test equipment here and used it on the piping to prove to DEP that the bills were incorrect,” Merola said.

“We don’t have the expertise or equipment to perform the necessary tests to show that the meter readings were wrong.”

American Utility is also doing the required work to enroll Riverbay in the DEP’s Multifamily Conservation Program (MCP), which bills for water on a flat rate, rather than on estimated usage. The consultant will help to complete the complex process of applying for the savings program. In order to qualify for MCP, which is intended for densely populated housing, buildings must first show that they are not wasting water. That is, at least 70% of the toilets must be low flow, and showerheads and faucets must use 2.5 gallons per minute or less, as well as repairing any leaks, according to

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Lockhart.

Water is a major expense each year in Co-op City. Riverbay Corp. spent more than 9% of its total operating budget in the 2012-13 fiscal year just to pay the water and sewer bills from New York City. Of the total Riverbay operating budget of $205 million, a whopping $18.92 million was for water and sewer costs.

The water bills in Co-op City and throughout New York City just keep climbing higher and higher. The DEP raised water and sewer rates 7% in 2012, following by several years of double-digit percentage increases.

The DEP has been raising rates dramatically over the past eight years to pay for massive construction projects to improve the filtration capacity of the New York City water system, which spreads all the way throughout upstate New York State, where the city’s water comes from.

In the fiscal year 2006/2007, Co-op City’s water and sewer expenses were $7.6 million. In 2010, that expense increased to $15.5 million and for fiscal year 2010/2011 was $17 million, a 223% increase in just four years. By fiscal year 2012/2013, those costs rose to $18.92 million.

Because the water rates keep going up so much, they are consuming more and more of the annual Riverbay budget. Seven years ago, water took up 6.4% of the budget while in 201213 water accounted for 9.2% of the annual operating costs.

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2014 Election Committee seeks volunteers

The annual elecelection.

President’s Message tion of Riverbay The Election ComBoard Directors is an mittee will be meeting opportunity for coopevery Tuesday startPresident erators to be directly ing April 8 until June responsible for the 3. Committee memleadership of this community. An bers will also work the day of the election that is fair to all the candielection, scheduled for Wednesday, dates and relatively free of the negaMay 21, and the recount, schedule for tivity that we see in local and national Thursday, May 29. elections has been the recent history If you have the time and would of our elections. The most important like to commit to volunteer for the component in running our elections is 2014 Election Committee, please call our Election Committee.

718-320-3300, Ext 3552, or email The 2014 Election Committee brddirector@yahoo.com or write me needs cooperator-volunteers to help at 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY in running this year’s Riverbay Board 10475.

Bill Gordon

Proper disposal of household grease

Cooperators are urged not to pour grease down the drains. First and foremost, please make sure that a strainer is placed over the kitchen sink drain, so that materials that should not go down the drain are caught. In addition, used oil and grease should be poured into old cans and/or bottles with a lid so as to prevent spillage.

Place these cans and/or bottles inside a plastic bag, tie it off and then

leave inside the compactor room on your floor for the porters to collect.

Please do not place the cans or bottles down the compactor chutes as these heavy items will damage the compactor equipment.

If there are any questions regarding this information, please do not hesitate to contact your Cooperator Services Office (CSO).

Thank you for your cooperation.

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JASA’s next Grandparents Connection meeting

The next meeting of Grandparents Connection, JASA’s grandparent caregiver support group, will take place on Thursday, March 13th, 10:30 a.m. at the teen center in Einstein Loop. For information, you may contact Hattie Lucas, 718-379-0433, Ext. 2139, or 917-734-5935.

Bereavement Support available at Church of the Savior

Church of the Savior’s Bereavement Group is in session on Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. All sessions are confidential. Referrals welcome.

There is no fee for this service, and it is non-sectarian!

For additional information, please contact Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. at 917-734-4058.

Tony Mondesire Scholarship applications available

The Spanish-American Community Club has announced that applications for the Tony Mondesire Scholarship Award are available for distribution to all students of higher education - NOT just members of the club and their families. The forms can be picked up in Room 16 of the Dreiser Center either the 2nd Thursday of every month or at the Directors meetings on the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and residents of the Bronx.

Students must carry a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an accredited institution for at least one year.

Applications must be returned by May 15, either by mail, or to a member of the Scholarship Board of Trustees. For further information, please contact the club at (718) 379-7017.

Next Open Mike

The Riverbay Fund’s next Open Mike will be held on April 4, 7-9 p.m., in the Dreiser Auditorium B. Everyone who signs up will get 5 minutes to perform. ANYTHING is welcome, except for heckling and profanity. You can sign up by calling 718-320-3300, Ext. 3532 or by showing up ½ hour before the program starts (6:30 p.m.). Come perform or just watch the show!

FRONT PA G E

Former Co-op City resident named one of Enterprising Women Magazine’s 2014 Women of the Year

Former Co-op City resident and award-winning entrepreneur Gina Merritt, daughter of Gilbert Northern of Building 23, has been named one of Enterprising Women Magazine’s 2014 Enterprising Women of the Year.

Recognized as one of the most prestigious awards among women business leaders around the world, Gina is an awardee in the “More than $2M and up to $5M in annual sales revenue” category. Fittingly, the awards will be presented this weekend, the beginning of Women’s History Month, in Sarasota, Fl., when the 12th Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration and Conference is held at the RitzCarlton Sarasota.

“The Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration continues to grow each year, attracting more nominations from outstanding women entrepreneurs around the world,” said Monica Smiley, Publisher and CEO of Enterprising Women Magazine. “Our class of 2014 includes 17 honorees from outside the United States, representing Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Ghana, Egypt, Kenya, India, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Brazil, and Switzerland...”

Gina’s company, Northern Real Estate Urban Ventures, is a full service, minority and woman-owned real estate development company.

“I’m so honored to have been chosen as a winner of this prestigious award,” said Gina, who was an Enterprising Woman of the Year finalist in 2012.

“My goal is to not only achieve successful revenue growth for my business that is ultimately tied to helping the community, but to aid in the growth and achievements of other women. Every year that goes by, women have increasingly become the heads of the household - so it’s imperative to mentor young girls and women so they too can create their own path and become entrepreneurs.”

Gina’s father, Mr. Northern, who is one of Co-op City’s original shareholders, said this week: “I am extremely proud of Gina and what she has accomplished. She was always a very good student and a good daughter. She’s a natural leader and a kind girl. This award shows that with the hard work she’s done throughout her life, she’s reached the very highest point of achievement.”

Mr. Northern, his late wife, Gloria, and their first born child, Gina, moved into Building 4 in Co-op City in 196970, he recalled earlier this week. As the

BY ROZAAN BOONE

young family grew over time to include 2 other daughters, Gail and Glori, and a son, Gil, Jr., they moved to a larger apartment in Building 23 where Mr. Northern still resides. The children attended schools in Co-op City’s Education Park.

Unfortunately, in 1980, when Gina was about 14 years old, her mother passed away and she quickly had to take on a more responsible role, helping her father to take care of her younger siblings so that he could continue to work at Con Ed in Astoria, NY to provide for the family.

“The biggest challenge was not having my wife anymore and having to raise four children without their mother,” said Mr. Northern. “All of a sudden, I had to do what she did.”

Mr. Northern remembers that the family had to pull together and be exceptionally organized. Everyone had their part to play. He remembers sending the girls to the neighbors to get their hair done until Gina, whom he referred to as his “back-up,” learned how to and she could comb her sisters’ hair. Gina also made sure everyone got home safely after school and they were cared for until their father returned home from work.

“Gina would keep everyone in check until I got there,” said Mr. Northern. “I taught all my children how to cook because they needed to learn that anyway, and my mother taught me when I was growing up, so it got to the point where each would cook a different day of the week. They were good kids. They followed my directions and hated taking orders from Gina, but it had to be that way.”

Mr. Northern said that to help keep Gina Merritt

the family cohesive, each week he’d have a meeting with his children and ask them what was on their minds.

“We’d discuss things that were troubling them, or that were problematic so they didn’t have to hold things inside and everyone knew how each felt,” Mr. Northern said. “Let it out so we can straighten it out. I believe parents today should have the same openness with their children.”

Mr. Northern also said that he promised his children that if they graduate from high school, he would pay for their college.

“I tell this story to lots of young women when they ask me how I got started,” said Gina. “I tell them about my childhood and how I was forced to be highly responsible as a young person. Responsibility made me a pretty bossy person so I need to be in charge of things.”

Gina graduated from Truman High School where she took many Advanced Placement (AP) classes, did well academically, and although she won a full scholarship to Lincoln University, she opted instead to attend Howard University, an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), in Washington, DC. “I was in AP classes and my classmates would talk about college, so I figured I needed to go too,” said Gina. “I applied to other schools, got accepted, but wanted to go to Howard after I learned about the school and the fact that it was an HBCU. I knew it was the place for me – even though my dad and I had to pay for it. Howard University was an amazing place and it gave me a lot of confidence in myself and really made me stronger in my cultural beliefs.

There were only a few people who looked like me in my classes at Truman, and at Howard, I was on a campus full of proud African Americans – an experience I will treasure.”

The summer before Gina began studies at Howard, she worked at Con Ed doing data entry and became fascinated with computers. At Howard, she majored in Computer Based Information Systems (COBIS) and minored in Business. With her leadership qualities, it wasn’t long before she became the first female president of the COBIS Club.

After graduating from Howard, Gina returned to New York and went to work for Con Ed. She later landed a job at Morgan Stanley on Wall Street where (Continued on page 9)

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Other guests included the city’s newly elected Public Advocate Letitia James who spoke briefly to the gathering of roughly 300 Bronx residents, including State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, City Councilman Andy King, and Co-op City’s General Manager Vernon Cooper, Board President Bill Gordon, Directors Eleanor Bailey, Helen Atkins, Evelyn Turner, and Francine Reva Jones, and President of the Co-op City NAACP chapter, Jerome Rice.

Borough President Diaz called the luncheon a celebration of what it means to be Black in this nation and Black in the Bronx. He offered remarks that highlighted the contributions of African Americans throughout history and laid the ground work for young African-Americans to succeed in today’s world. He told the gathering, “Please educate our youth about where we have been, the struggles that have happened, and where we are going.”

Education was the theme that ran through the afternoon program as the Borough President took the occasion to acknowledge the little known fact that the first known free African-Americans living in the Bronx can be traced back more than 300 years, to the late 17th century, when the Bronx was largely wilderness and farmland. Diaz acknow-

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ledged that African-American residents of the area now known as the Bronx played a key role in helping this nation gain its independence from British rule, particularly at the battle of Classon Point, in what is now the far south east Bronx where a force of largely AfricanAmerican volunteer soldiers fought against and held back an attempted British naval advance on New York via Long Island Sound and the East River.

African-American soldiers also battled British troops in the area of the Bronx which is now known as Norwood.

The Borough President also pointed to the fact that the Bronx provided two key stops on the Underground Railroad of the mid-19th century which allowed slaves from the south to escape to a free life in northern communities like New York City and the Bronx.

After the brief history lesson, Diaz, in introducing the NAACP’s New York State President, called Dukes “a walking legend” and “a woman of great strength and courage.”

“She has seen the very worse that our society and our nation has given to minorities, but has been there to celebrate the very best we have been able to accomplish,” Diaz said.

Dukes, during her remarks, acknowledged Borough President Diaz as a man who has united the dif-

Anonymous calls to Public Safety

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

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

and investigate, accordingly.

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

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

Thank you very much for your cooperation.

—Riverbay Management

ferent racial and ethnic groups of this borough. Referring to Diaz, Dukes said: “I have come here to personally thank him for his steadfast commitment to human and civil rights. He has demonstrated his belief in the inclusion of all people.”

A strong advocate throughout her career for equal access to educational opportunities for all, especially minorities and people of low income, Dukes acknowledged the recent election of Mayor Bill de Blasio as an important step in continuing to make advancements in that area.

But while acknowledging the obligation of elected officials and society to educate all groups and classes equally, she stressed the importance of greater parental involvement in educating children and getting involved in the education process to teach children, “they can, they will and they must learn.”

Dukes added that receiving equal funding for education is vital. “But we also have to make sure that our children are in the classroom and not in the hallway and we have to make sure that when they leave home they go to class and that starts with us. Everyone in this room is responsible for our children.”

She told the story of racial insults that she heard at school as a child growing up in Montgomery, Alabama

and recalled how her grandmother in response said, “I want to walk past where they said that to you and I want them to see me,” as she walked past with her head unbowed, dressed regally. She also recalled her grandmother saying to her, “Doors are going to be open for you. I might not be here to see it, but you must prepare yourself to go (through those doors).”

Dukes then urged the parents and grandparents and others in the room and in society to prepare their children and all children to walk through those doors that will continue to open towards even more future opportunities.

In keeping with the theme of education and achievement for all, during her brief remarks, Public Advocate James, who was introduced as the first African American woman to be elected to a city-wide office, took the opportunity to acknowledge the educational opportunities made available to her as a young girl and woman and advised other young people like her to follow their dreams and take advantage of the educational and cultural programs made available through elected leaders like Borough President Diaz.

She also acknowledged Co-op City and promised the Co-op City people in attendance that she would always fight hard for Co-op City and never let the community down.

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Service animal exception to No-Dog policy Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

Riverbay has historically been, and continues to be, a no-pets housing complex. However, the law requires that Riverbay make an exception to that policy for persons with disabilities. The human rights laws impose heavy fines and penalties against housing providers who fail to make exceptions when required.

The federal, state and local governments each have an enforcement agency dedicated to enforcing the human rights laws, all of which monitor Riverbay’s compliance with these laws.

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) enforces the Fair Housing Act on the federal level, the New York State Division of Human Rights enforces the New York State Human Rights Act, and the New York City Commission on Human Rights enforces the New York City Human Rights Law. It is also well-established that animals can help persons with all sorts of disabilities. While the idea of a service dog for a blind person is familiar to many people, health care providers are finding that animals help with other disabilities too. An

Here is a list of Riverbay regulations and associated fines for the keeping of service dogs in Co-op City as per Riverbay Legal Counsel Michael Munns and Jennifer Stewart of the law firm Smith, Buss and Jacobs:

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animal might assist with hearing for someone who was deaf or whose hearing was limited. Animals can also help with psychiatric or emotional disabilities. For example, many veterans have found animals helpful in treating post-traumatic stress disorder and other combat-related conditions.

There are rules governing the conduct and type of animals permitted at Riverbay. A health care provider must provide documentation that the animal is necessary due to the person’s disability.

Animals must behave appropriately; dogs that bite, scratch, or make unreasonable noise must be controlled or removed.

Owners must keep animals on leash or in a carrier when outside of the apartment, and must clean up after them. All animals must be spayed or neutered, and shots and license must be kept current.

It is Riverbay’s policy to fully

accommodate all residents and shareholders with disabilities. If a person has a disability that requires a service animal, he or she should visit or call their Cooperator Services Office (CSO) to request an application package. If assistance is needed, please contact Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator Steve Phillips at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3329 or sphillips@river baycorp.com.

(Below is a list of Riverbay’s regulations and the associated fees for service dogs in Co-op City.)

Mattress Disposal The City of New York requires all discarded mattresses and box springs to be fully covered in a sealed plastic bag for disposal and collection. This rule is to help prevent an increase in bed bug activity.

Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 fine imposed by the city.

Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related fines and legal fees. Covered items should be brought to the basement or placed on the dump-

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ster pads for proper trash removal.

Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online.

Additionally, if any shareholder suspects that they may have a bed bug infestation, they are urged to contact their CSO immediately so that Riverbay can make arrangements to have the apartment inspected, and if there is an infestation, to treat the problem expeditiously.

Snow Removal Procedures: Part III The basic Snow Removal Procedures specific to the Parking Facilities Department is as follows: In each garage, there are an assigned porter and garage attendant who clear the entrance of the garage by shoveling and salting the walkways. In addition, the garage porters are to clean around all four of the exit doors. They are to shovel the snow and apply salt to the grounds.

They also shovel a clear path for our shareholders that lead to the sidewalks.

Simultaneously, the blacktop areas are plowed and salted by the Parking Facilities utility men; the perimeter around the garages are plowed and salted to provide clear walkways. In specific areas of the community, some walkways are narrow (i.e. Co-op City Blvd., Hutchinson River Parkway East, Earhart Lane and Hunter Ave.). In these areas, the Parking Facilities staff members are assisted by the Buildings and Grounds Department who have machinery such as Bob Cats, that can plow along narrow sidewalks.

When possible, prior to the onset of inclement weather conditions, the Parking Facilities Dept. will take proactive measures by closing Garages 2, 3, 7 and 8 to incoming transient ticket purchasers. This will ensure that our Riverbay garage lease holders are provided a parking space.

In addition to the interior levels of the garage, the Parking Facilities Dept. also plows the roofs of all garages.

However, in most recent weeks, the consistent amount of snowfall, freezing rain and excessive mounds of ice has made this task fairly challenging. Daily efforts to alleviate the current conditions occur regularly.

They also remove the snow from the elevator motor rooms, in addition to assisting shareholders with removing their vehicles from being stuck in/on the ice.

Despite all of the current difficult weather conditions, this department will continue to complete daily tasks as required, which includes the cleaning of the garages, garbage removal and all other required maintenance work.

In conclusion, all Riverbay departments work well together and, in fact, the Grounds Department will take the overall lead when we have heavy or difficult snow removal projects. Supervisors for the departments work out of the same location and/or check into the same location to make sure that communication flows smoothly; updated information is shared and assistance needed by any department or group can be quickly and easily provided. All in all, these men and women have done a wonderful job under adverse conditions, heavy snowfall, freezing rain, constant winds and extremely cold and treacherous conditions in order to get their jobs done and done in an expedient manner.

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Letter to the Editor To the Editor: Riverbay Board of Directors elections is approaching. There have been many suggestions and comments as to the term limits of a Director. I would think the complexity, legal and technical issues the Directors have to deal with and master would take more than one term. It would be only fair and productive if a Director has the understanding of what is required and what they are doing as oppose to voting yes

It can be done

or no, leaning on their colleagues. So I believe a 4 term limit would suffice, this would entail a period of 12 years and the Director could stay on as an advisor which would be beneficial to the Board and newly elected Directors each year.

GALLERY SESSION: This issue has been an ongoing one which can be resolved. Leadership has to have a purpose. Why not condense the resolutions to priorities? If 10, then cut it to 5 reso-

lutions, the Board votes, not the shareholders. The shareholders would have a concept of how the Board votes.

Co-op City shareholders rallied at the MTA headquarters last summer on behalf of returning the buses. The MTA board allowed the speeches from 9 a.m. to about noon, then broke for their meeting which lasted about 30 minutes and then resumed with more speakers. So it can be done, the Board just has to get it done.

—H. Overman

Elevator Inspections Schedule

Elevator Category 1 inspections are required by city law. These inspections will be conducted in Co-op City according to the schedule below. Each inspection will take 1- 1½ hrs. to complete.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the safety of your elevators.

Category 1 inspections Monday, March 3 100 DeKruif Place, Bldg. 8 Car 1 Car 2 Car 3 Car 4

Tuesday, March 4 150 Dreiser Loop, Bldg. 3A Car 1 Car 2 140 Darrow Place, Bldg. 5C Car 5 Car 6 120 Dreiser Loop, Bldg. 9B Car 3 Car 4

8:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

GFI and Smoke Detector Installation schedule Week of 3/3/14 through 3/7/14

Building 26A 26A 26A 26A

Floors 26 thru 21 20 thru 15 14 thru 9 8 thru 2

Installation Date Monday, 3/3/14 Tuesday, 3/4/14 Wednesday, 3/5/14 Thursday, 3/6/14

Work Hours 4pm to 8pm 4pm to 8pm 4pm to 8pm 4pm to 8pm

Important Notice to clubs, and religious and community organization 26B

26 thru 19

The articles of recognized organizations are published at no cost to your organization each week, but at a considerable cost to Riverbay, in order to inform your members and the community at large about your organization’s programs, services and events, not as editorial space for personal comment, opinions, or to make political endorsements or critical comment.

There is limited space in the paper each week, as well as limited resources and funds, but we work hard to accommodate the many clubs, synagogues, churches and

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other community organizations that submit articles for weekly publication.

In an effort to better accommodate all the organizations, groups and religious institutions that submit articles for inclusion in the Co-op City Times, weekly submissions MUST NOT exceed 500 words.

Articles that do not conform will be edited for content and space availability. At the same time, articles that significantly stray from its purpose of informing the community of your organization’s programs, services and events will also be edited or omitted altogether.

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Remember also that the deadline for submission of articles from clubs, religious institutions and community organizations is 3 p.m. each Monday. Articles that are received after this deadline will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis, and as space allows.

The deadline for Directors’ viewpoints is 5 p.m. on Mondays.

Religious institutions may continue to include a topical message, in addition to listing their schedules, events and programs as long as they do not exceed 500 words.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 9

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Building 9

Current Lease Expiration Date

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be handsigned by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. And to give everyone a chance, we will limit writers to one published letter every 30 days.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times.

Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

Public Safety Report

CCPD offers tips on calling 9-1-1 or the Department of Public Safety for emergencies

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that all members of their household know when and how to call 9-1-1, 1(718) 671-3050 for Public Safety or the proper number for other situations. Young children have been known to have made life saving calls to 9-1-1. It is also important to keep important, non-emergency numbers accessible, stored in or near your telephone.

Calls to 9-1-1 for situations that are not emergencies can result in persons with life or death emergencies being delayed in receiving the help they need.

9-1-1 was established in 1968 as a Universal Emergency Number. In most areas of the United States and Canada, 9-1-1 will put you in contact with the Police, Fire or Ambulance help that you require.

When traveling, check local phone books to make certain 9-1-1 is the correct emergency number. In some areas of Canada, the number could be 9-9-9. Also check if the telephone you are calling from requires a prefix before dialing, for example, dialing the number 9 for an outside line from a hotel or office telephone.

It may sound like a joke, but make sure you know the number to 9-1-1 for any location you may travel to.

Calling 9-1-1 can be stressful and may seem overwhelming at first, but knowing what to expect can make the call go smoothly. Staying calm is most important. Know the location of the emergency and the number you are calling from. Provide the dispatcher with any pertinent information, including descriptions or direction of flight of any criminals. For medical emergencies, be prepared with information regarding medications taken. Never hang up until directed to do so by the dispatcher. The dispatcher may pause to get the information out to the responding units. Also, be prepared to take directions from the dispatcher; they may be able to provide you with life saving tips to use (Continued on page 14)

Public Safety Blotter: Feb. 16 - Feb. 22

February 22, 177 Dreiser Loop CCPD units responded to a function within the community for a report of a fight. Upon arrival, it was determined two females had been involved in a dispute. Upon observing the officers, one male attending the function became disorderly and verbally abusive. This individual was placed under arrest when he refused to comply with instructions to cease this behavior.

Several friends attempted to stop the arrest of the individual and began fighting with officers. Other individuals attending the function joined in as well.

As a result, multiple police units from the NYPD, DEP Police and Parkchester responded to assist in quelling the disturbance. At least 50 individuals from the function were involved in the incident which led to the arrest of 4 people. Several officers and some of the individuals arrested received minor injuries during the incident.

120 Casals Place Two males were arrested after it was determined both had been writing graffiti on a vehicle.

2057 Bartow Avenue One male was arrested and issued a summons for public consumption of alcohol.

February 19, 4200 Hutchinson River Parkway East One male was found within a staircase apparently smoking marijuana. He was arrested and put through the system when it was determined there was an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

February 17, 100 Carver Loop One male was found on a 9th floor staircase. He was arrested and issued a summons for trespass when it was determined he had no legal authority to be therein.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about: CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract 2901, Engineering Services for Fuel Oils Tanks: Engineering Services to make modifications to the secondary containment systems for tow fuel oil tanks.

Pre-Bid Meeting: February 12, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: March 19, 2014, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required

Contract 2903, Replacement & Repair of Sidewalks at Various Locations: Repair or replace concrete sidewalks on an as needed bases.

Pre-Bid Meeting: March 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: March 25, 2014, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Originally posted: January 16, 2014

Open to all applicants

Job Reference # 14-03

Part-Time Porters Janitorial Candidate will perform numerous cleaning and restoration duties, such as washing, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and stripping of VCT and terrazzo floors. Responsibilities include cleaning all assigned internal and external areas of the Residential Buildings and/or Shopping Centers. Seasonal duties, including leaf raking, snow removal and power washing of assigned areas, will be required as necessary. If assigned to Community Centers, candidate will be responsible for set-up and breakdown of center rooms for various social functions. Applicant will also need to respond to emergencies (floods, etc.) throughout the Co-op City complex, as well as the completion of other assignments from supervisor(s) as necessary.

Candidate must have knowledge and experience with all janitorial procedures, techniques and machines.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication, and good interpersonal skills. Ability to walk for long periods, twist, kneel, push, stoop, lift heavy objects (approx. 100 lbs.) and work in inclement weather.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment) Days and hours will vary. ________________________________________________________________________ Open to outside applicants February 27, 2014 – March 14, 2014

Originally posted: February 27, 2014

Job Reference # 14-08

Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services Department by March 17, 2014.

Employees who are promoted will receive the current union scale for respective union positions, or applicable rate increase for non-union positions.

Instrument & Control Mechanic

Power Plant

The ideal candidate should have experience in instrument control systems as it pertains to boilers, generators, heat exchangers, gas turbines, steam turbines and other equipment. Selected individual will be required to diagnose, inspect, repair, replace, install, adjust, test, calibrate and maintain pneumatic & electrical control systems as they relate to the Power Plant and serviced buildings. Candidate will need to exercise good judgment in performing the assigned tasks and be visually alert. Candidate must be able to read, analyze and plan work from blueprints/manuals & other equipment related documents. Individual will have to assist in the preparation of records and reports on equipment serviced, provide detailed lists for materials/tools, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment as well. Ability to assemble/disassemble, adjust, and/or repair instrumentation is required. Candidate will be responsible for maintaining clean work areas and observing all safety rules/regulations. Must have knowledge of precision meters, instructions and calibration equipment.

Candidate will accept assignments from lead man and supervisors as necessary.

Requirements – 5 years solid work experience with Combustion Turbine Controls and DCS. Applicant should be comfortable with BOP. Will be working with 2x Siemens STG-400 Gas Turbine. Knowledge of simple machine, power and hand tools. Ability to walk for long periods, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders/stairs and lift heavy objects (approx. 75 lbs.). Candidate will also have to complete and pass a written exam as per the Local 94 contract.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment) Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, or PA) in good standing required – no exceptions.

Days and hours will vary.

Applicants for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES must apply IN PERSON at the Bartow Administrative Office, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. *Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer*

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Riding the Wave Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

Surfing a Wave of Progress gets involved and begins to into action.

Surfing is an exhilarating sport or Director’s Viewpoint take control of the existing We Are Not Renters – We Are Owners hobby. Shooting through the “pipe” or ridsituation. Nothing can supAre you hopeful about the possibility of a ing the crest of a wave is one sure way to port continued progress and brighter future for Co-op City? Do you have ideas First Vice President get the adrenaline going and the heart succeed more than commuthat can help continue the community’s progress? pounding. Being able to proficiently surf is nity involvement. Let’s We look forward to hearing from you. Aside from an amazing example of human ability to separate ourselves from the submitting ideas, I urge you to vote in the oncoming concentrate and balance oneself on powdoomsday folk and find ways to communicate our elections for Board Directors. It is time for us to erful forces. concerns, requirements, and ideas to each other. come away from a dependant (renter) attitude and A similar level of excitement can be Proper planning and accurate decision making rightly assume the responsibilities of property achieved when a community comes for a community the size of Co-op City demands owners. together in acknowledgement of past input and participation from residents. I recently Get informed, become aware, seek understanding, achievements, has an understanding of submitted a Resolution #13-110 that passed. The get involved. To paraphrase the writer, Louis L’Amour current requirements, and through planresolution calls for the installation of an Award – to make our community work, we must be a neighning and action are able to effectively Program for cooperators who submit revenue-savborhood of participants, not simply observers. take full advantage of oncoming future opportunities. ing suggestions. The underlining intent of the proIf you see something, say something. Share your Our community is currently riding on the crest of a gram is to encourage cooperator participation and suggestions, complaints, or special concerns with continuing wave of progress. We have successfully input in finding ways that benefit all. The Board and me. Address letters to Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, c/o completed numerous structural repairs. We installed Management seek to appropriately recognize the Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave. Bronx, NY energy-efficient lighting (with more to come) that value of cooperator input. More information will be 10475, call 718-3320-3300, Ext. 3351; or e-mail allowed us to be awarded grant monies that helped forthcoming about the Award Program as it is put kwahhab10475@hotmail.com. with the balancing of our operating budget. Speaking of balanced budget, ours permitted a carrying charge increase of only 1% spread over a two-year period.

The largest mall in New York City is opening just across the street. The mall will provide increased possibilities for both convenient shopping and numerous job opportunities. Additionally, a Metro North station is being planned for installation in Section Five.

Avoid Being Hit by Seagull Poop In any conceptual view of the ocean, there is the possibility of clouds, rain, or other droppings falling from the sky. The community’s naysayers WILL NOT acknowledge progress. Week after week, they make unsupported allegations, impractical suggestions, and/or write emotionally charged misdirecting headlines.

The ‘gloom and doom’ folks weekly go through their favorite negative pronouncements: There is wasteful spending! Large numbers are trotted out as proof. However, numbers alone are not proof of waste. Specific comparisons need to be made. What, exactly, was wasteful? More importantly, what, specifically, would the accuser have done to reduce the alleged overspending?

Another claim is that: There is too much overtime! But no description is given to support that allegation either. Why the overtime was considered excessive is not mentioned. Nor is anything said Business Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-8:30pm & Sun 10-7:30pm about how it could be reduced if it was.

Lately, there has been a call to impose term limits on Board Director service. I have no problem with the overall concept, but I wonder how it would be achieved. There are two major stumbling blocks: 1.

The voter pool is limited. We have to PAY people to take time to vote, even though most pass right by the voting machines on leaving or entering their home.

For true diversity supporting term limits, a large number of voters are required. 2. Many of the same people run each year limiting a diversity of choice.

Who would replace the departing Directors?

The City News is the City News. The use of someone’s residence in an attempt to imply wrongdoing speaks clearly about that tabloid’s level of precision and fairness. Additionally, the constant use of a very limited group of “civic activists” is indicative of that tabloid’s lack of actual support by the majority of cooperators.

When something is incorrect, even if it is said a million times, it is still incorrect. One of our most important responsibilities is to separate fact from fiction. As I mentioned in a previous Viewpoint (02-1514), we are the owners of Riverbay Corporation – resident shareholders. As owners, our duty is to work together for the common good. We have an obligation to preserve the community’s beauty, security, and affordability for our children.

Let’s Get Stoked According to Urban Dictionary (http://www.urbandictionary.com/) “stoked” is a word used often in Southern California by surfers and skateboarders and means “To be in a state of happiness, excitement, anticipation, pride, and optimism.”

It has been said that cooperators are apathetic; I don’t think that is true. I think that many in our community don’t vote or participate in part because they have previously experienced some disappointment, outrage, or frustration. My firm belief is that one can rectify frustration. That feeling diminishes when one

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Although she enjoyed her work, Gina said she wanted to do more than work in computers on Wall Street so to expand her knowledge of business, she enrolled at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business to pursue a Masters in Business Administration.

While in graduate school, Gina worked for Goldman Sachs between her first and second years. She was also the president of the Black Business Student Forum.

Although she was heavily recruited

by Wall Street, once she had her MBA in hand, Gina decided that she wanted to do something more fulfilling and, as much as she loves New York, wanted to be settled in a less hectic place so she moved back to Washington, DC and secured a job with Clark Realty Capital, one of the nation’s oldest privately held real estate development firms with an award-winning nationwide portfolio. In usual fashion, Gina immersed herself in her job and learned as much as she could. During this time, she got married and moved to California where she continued to work in real estate becoming a project manager for an affordable housing

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developer. Her hard work paid off and she was soon promoted to head up the company’s northern California office, supervising the building of 200 units and managing a $200M budget.

In October, 2002, Gina told Essence magazine that once she informed her higher-up that she was expecting and health complications would limit her ability to travel, she was excluded from key projects. “I was killing myself, but it was no longer appreciated,” Gina said. “If I was going to work this hard, I had to do it for myself.”

Gina and her then-husband scraped together the capital to start their own business and Northern Real Estate was launched. Over time, as the business grew, a second office was opened in Washington, DC. She notes that some of the challenges they faced opening up their own business were lack of capital and having to do all of the work, all of the time. “I just worked really hard – taking care of my baby and working on the computer at the same time,” she said. “I slept very few hours, but once I got some traction and name recognition, it got easier – it becomes more management when you consistently

deliver quality work, then you have repeat clients, which over course, allows your company to have some stability.”

Eventually, Gina moved back east and remarried. Today, she’s enjoying life with her daughter and her new husband whom she dated when she was 15 years old and who also attended Truman High School. In addition to her work, Gina, a firm believer in giving back to her community, is a mentor, instructor, volunteer and a multi-award winner for her work and endeavors.

She said that in speaking with young people, she encourages them to work hard and do well in school because had she not, she would not be where she is today.

“My education through high school, college and graduate school, have given me a great deal of credibility in my jobs and my business,” said Gina. “That lasts – even when there is a bad economy – as long as you have education, you can reinvent yourself.”

Gina added that she tells young people there is only one Jay Z and one Beyoncé, but there can be many real estate developers, construction workers, bankers and teachers that are good

at what they do and earn a good living.

“Not that young people should be discouraged from having lofty dreams, but at some point, we need to be realistic about what our true talents are and invest in an education that will maximize our talents and create a stable income for ourselves and our families,” she pointed out. “We are all talented in some way, but always look to your education as something to fall back on.”

Gina’s advice specifically to young women is simple, you are just as smart and powerful as your male counterparts.

“Men are challenged by my position and capability all of the time,” Gina said. “I just stick to my guns, I try to be kind as often as possible and I am aggressive when I have to be.

When women are aggressive, they are labeled a bad word; when men are aggressive, they are just being ‘men’. I don’t really worry about people thinking the bad word about me – my clients are very happy with what I deliver and they know I protect their interests at all costs. Women have to learn to not allow people to pigeon hole them into a label because it isn’t who they are. Be smart and be firm, and compromise when you can – and you will be successful.”

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Defensive driving course sponsored by Riverbay available online and open to general public Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

The defensive driving course offered by Riverbay Corporation to its employees to enhance their driving skills and lower points on their licenses is also available online and open to the general public at a reduced cost.

The 6-hour course, which is offered through the National Safety Council of which Riverbay is a member, previously had been open only to Riverbay’s employees, their family members and friends, and were generally held once every three months over two evenings during the week or on weekends. Now, the program is offered online at a cost of $44.96, and anyone in the general population can enjoy the reduced price by entering Riverbay’s referral code.

During the registration process, applicants who use referral code #664 will receive a $5 discount which brings the cost down to $39.95. For participating in the program, Riverbay Corporation, in turn, will receive a rebate of $11.39 per participant which goes back into the corporation’s general fund to help offset the expenses of the corporation.

“It is important to point out that anyone interested in taking advantage of this opportunity should contact their respective insurance company first to ensure that they will be eligible to receive credit for taking the defensive driving course online, which in most cases, will result in a reduction of their insurance premiums,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “It is also a plus that the housing

company can receive credits for those taking the course when they use our referral code to register and I invite everyone in the development to let their family members, friends and co-workers know about this program. I also thank them because having more conscientious drivers on our roadways benefits everyone.”

Cooper noted that Riverbay has been providing defensive driving courses to its employees for the past decade precisely because the corporation recognizes the importance of safety, especially among those staff members who operate vehicles.

“We realize how vital it is that the people who drive vehicles for the corporation are in fact operating them safely and are fully aware of the State’s traffic laws particularly as they relate to the work that they do, and this includes the individuals who drive our trucks, vans, construction equipment and passenger vehicles,” Cooper said. “Therefore, I am all for any policy that promotes defensive driving courses and anything that can be done to encourage people to take these courses is beneficial.”

Monica Williams, Riverbay’s Loss Prevention Manager in the Risk Management Department, was instrumental in organizing this course offering.

“We’ve been a member of NSC for more than a decade and we’ve been providing defensive driving classes to our employees to help enhance their driving skills and reduce points off their licenses, which also reduces their automotive insurance premiums,”

said Williams. “Now, we are able, through this program, to offer it throughout the community so we’re inviting everyone to encourage their friends and family members to take advantage of it.”

Williams emphasized that registrants for the course must input the referral code #664 or else they will not receive the discount.

To purchase the online version of the NSC’s defensive driving course, log onto its website at www.ddcnsc.org/ny. The program uses Adobe Flash Player to deliver the course and if a student exits the program before completing it, their progress is bookmarked. There is also no limit to the number of times you may log in to complete the course, however you must complete the course within 30 days from the date of purchase or else you have to repurchase it.

Applicants must complete a minimum of 320 instructional minutes, answer 25 questions at the end of the course and achieve a score of 75% or better to pass the course. Each applicant is allowed three attempts to pass the course, after which it must be repurchased.

After successfully completing the course, the defensive driving certificate is mailed to the applicant.

The NSC offers support and service via online email help and a toll-free telephone help desk which is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

On Thursday, March 6, and again on Thursday, March 20, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the

MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month.

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

The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful on-board staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money

to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available. EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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

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

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Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

CERT Training

case Community Board 10, are brought together, trained over an extensive 10week program and then certified as emergency responders in the case of a major emergency. One of the principal jobs of the CERT team is to respond quickly in any major emergency in their immediate community, such as a major fire, power failure or weatherrelated catastrophe, to name just a few, and reach out to community members in need before the city’s professional emergency responders arrive on the scene. Once the professionals do arrive, CERT members stay on the scene to assist in any way possible under the direction of the professionals until the emergency situation is deemed under control.

Of the 25 active CERT members serving Community Board 10, one of the geographically largest Board districts in New York City, the majority of them are Co-op City residents.

Co-op City is in a unique situation in that aside from New York City’s own emergency response agencies, such as the NYPD, FDNY and OEM, it has its own 100-officer Public Safety force, each extensively trained in handling a wide-variety of emergency situations.

Chief Apollo explained earlier this week: “In the case of a large scale emergency affecting the entire city or region, other professional emergency

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responders could very well be spread thin throughout the entire area and with that being the case, Co-op City’s personnel, as well as CERT volunteers, need to be prepared to take care of its own community and the unique set of circumstances that exist here. This is why we began working with Khalil and the CERT members in planning out procedures for doing just that. Friday evening’s drill will be our dress rehearsal in a matter of speaking, to take the procedures that were mapped out by the two agencies in a conference room over many months, and put them into practical use simply for the purpose of seeing what works and what needs to be improved.”

Both Apollo and Abdul-Wahhab said that a wide variety of surprise scenarios will be given to the responders from both Public Safety and CERT so they can practice their proper response.

These scenarios, some of which are prevalent in all communities and others unique to a high rise community like Co-op City, might include residents trapped in an elevator, a resident dependent on a ventilator in need of assistance, and the handling of possible panicked or agitated residents in the midst of the emergency. Some volunteers from the community have been assigned to play the role of certain residents in need of help or in some case

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others whose agitated attitude in the face of an emergency might prove a challenge to responders trying to ensure the safety of the entire community.

Four years ago, a similar drill was held along Adler Place where the scene of an explosion’s aftermath was simulated and CERT members were tested on their ability to handle the situation and provide assistance to those in need. That particular drill was overseen by OEM supervisors and was treated as the final test before this community’s CERT responders were officially certified for their new

Shareholders should notify Sales Office when receiving furniture delivery

Shareholders who are expecting new furniture delivery should notify the Riverbay Residential Sales Office so that arrangements can be made to protect Riverbay’s property, particularly the elevators, from damage.

Once the Sales Office is contacted, and the cooperator confirms the date and/or time of their delivery, a permit will be issued in case they are questioned about the delivery.

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“This is just a preliminary test for us here in Co-op City, to see how we do in working together handling an emergency to find out which ways we work well together along with other things that we need to improve. We are certain that we will discover both,” Apollo said.

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12 I'm hoping that most of the cooperators here will see the need that we must work together for the overall benefit of this community. And, I'm hoping that a lot of people that did not vote before will come out and elect some candidates that want to make some dramatic changes here.

Watch Those Finances In my opinion, it seems that some people on this Board have closed their eyes and they have given total control of our finances to this management company.

Therefore, these Directors are simply going along with everything from management. "We'll let the professionals handle that." What? No. These so-called professionals have led us into a mountain of debt that totals more than $600 million.

So, we have to ask ourselves: Why are we voting for these same Directors again and again? What are they doing for us?

Why are they allowing this management company to stay here? Why are we accepting increase after increase? Isn't it time that we make some changes here?

Now, this is the time of year that I would like for everyone to consider what's going on here. Thereafter, I would like for you to choose Directors that will make some positive improvements here.

Management Companies Currently, we're paying $128,315 every month for management services.

But, if we get the right candidates elected, then we're going to fight as hard as we can so that we can get a General Manager to come here and make the changes that we need to improve this place.

And, with that change, I clearly believe that we will save over a million dollars a year. However, if our lender and HUD insist that we get a management company, then we need to be ready with

We must watch our finances Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

a list of available management companies.

Therefore, here is an updated list of 115 management companies that we can review: http://directory. c o o p e r a t o r. c o m / Guide/Property_ Management Now, I believe that any management company that we bring here will focus their efforts on managing this development in a proper manner, improving all of our services, and eliminating wasteful spending, Power Plant Overtime Part of good money management means that we develop good budgets for our corporation. Thereafter, we make sure that Management spends our money in accordance with these budgets.

However, in my opinion, we have some Directors here that have closed their eyes and they're allowing Management to do whatever they want. But again, why do you think that these Directors are simply looking the other way?

Anyway, Management has stated that, "All departments need overtime to cover for different reasons."

Now, I can understand that reasoning to a certain point. But, what does it say when this community, that has had numerous increases, allows a department to spend more than $30,000 on overtime-

-every single month?

Look, something is wrong here, in my opinion. Therefore, we need to sit down with any department head and find out exactly what is going on in their department if this situation exists.

Nevertheless, please look at the amount of overtime that the Power Plant used from April, 2013 to December, 2013 for just 47 employees.

April - $37,300; May - $52,071; June - $33,046; July - $34,718; August $35,029; September - $17,086; October $33,393; November - $30,188; and December - $31,117.

Bottom line: We cannot complain about increases and then spend more than $30,000 every month on overtime.

The Greenway Path A lot of people were upset about the removal of the pathway that ran across the greenway between Buildings 8 and 25. Well, Management released a memo that said that this pathway "will be installed as weather permits, most likely Spring 2014."

Phone Scams You're home and your phone rings just one time and then it stops. Thereafter, you look at your caller ID and there's an unrecognized phone number. And, your first reaction might be to wonder who called you. So, you get anxious and you use your caller ID to return the call. You hear their phone ring and you're greeted by music and a recorded voice that tells you to hold on for an operator. And, you're kept waiting, and waiting.

Thereafter, in a few weeks, you look at your phone bill and you see huge charges for this one call. What happens in these types of cases? The scammers use an automatic dialer with a disguised phone number to call you and to hang up after

the first ring. Now, when you call back, you will probably be connected to an adult service that is based overseas. And, that's when the trouble begins. First, you'll probably be hit with a big charge, say $20. Thereafter, as you were waiting for the so-called operator, you were incurring per-minute fees. This is devious. So, please think twice before calling back unrecognized phone numbers that appear on your caller ID. Also, please know that there are several other scams that are currently being used. Therefore, please do not fall for threatening phone calls. "We're the IRS or the police and we're coming to get you if you don't pay us." Or, "Your family member is in jail and we want bail money."

Nonsense! Please call the police and do not send any money to these thieves.

And, under no circumstance should you go out and buy a money card and divulge the information on that card to anyone.

Close I want to thank everyone for their fine comments and their kind words of support. We're going to win. 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. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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NAACP, Co-op City Branch #2210

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 President: Jerome Rice Office telephone: (718) 320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36 Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com February Game Changer Focus HEALTH: Health equality for all

Americans, including a healthy life and high quality health care. Everyone will have equal access to affordable, high quality health care and racially disparate health outcomes will end.

AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE DEADLINE - March 31, 2014. The NY State of Health the Official Health Plan Marketplace (855.355.5777 or TTY 800.662.1220) offers insurance to the uninsured and the underinsured. In Person Assistors (IPA) Navigators provide education on the Affordable Care

This year's Installation of Officers Dinner and Dance will be held at Maestro's on Friday, April 25th at 7:00 p.m. Member tickets are $55, nonmember tickets are $75. Please contact the club to reserve your place.

The Spanish-American Community Club is pleased to announce that applications for the Tony Mondesire Scholarship Award are now available.

Please note: the applications are being distributed to ALL students of higher education - NOT just members and their families. The forms will be available in Room 16 of Dreiser Loop Center at any of our monthly meetings, either the 2nd Thursday of every month or at the Board of Directors

meetings on the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and residents of the Bronx.

Students must carry a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an accredited institution for at least one year.

Applications must be returned by May 15, either by mail, or to a member of the Scholarship Board of Trustees.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc.synthasite.com.

You may also contact the club at (718) 379-7017.

—Carmen Rodriguez

Spanish American Community Club

Act and will provide in person application assistance. As of January 20th, there have been 587,486 completed applications and 328,796 enrollments.

Please take advantage of this benefit before the deadline. We must continue to hold firm on the Affordable Health Care Act. We must be visible, vocal and vigilant. "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." —Nelson Mandela Effective January, 2014 Executive Committee monthly meetings will be

13 held on the 2nd Wednesdays at 1 p.m. as follows: March 12, Apri19, May 14, June 11, September 10, October 8, November 12, and December 10.

Membership meetings are at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 23, Apri1 27, May 25, June 22, September 28, October 26, November 23, and December 28. All are welcomed.

Voter Registration Forms available in English & Spanish: Voter registration is an ongoing activity.

—Brenda Brown

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Suck it up!

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The audacity of our public representatives never fails to amaze me. When was the last time they had to wait for half an hour for the unreliable Bx #38, had to change to three buses or take bus and train, while spending as much as two hours traveling one way to get to their destination? When was the last time their income caused them to feel the budget squeeze of paying $5 in carfare to travel one way? Who the heck are they to tell us that we should just settle for and suck up whatever crumbs the MTA has decided to throw our way?

Who are they fighting for anyway?

MTA, along with our public officials, with total disregard to any of our demands/requests, have decided that what we need are bus stops, not bus service. More bus stops for them to not have properly cleaned in inclement weather. With all the bus stops MTA proposes, I still don’t have my former General Meeting: The next meeting of the Building Association will be on Tuesday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. in our Association Room. Our speaker will be announced in next week's paper. Please try to attend and find out what is happening in our building and our community. The Association Room is located in 32B, first floor rear. While we hope you will join the Building Association, you don't have to be

access to the Bx. #26 or #28 and still have to get to different bus stops to get different buses. How does that restore our service?

We keep telling them what we want in protest and over five thousand petition signatures and they keep wasting our money and insisting on giving us everything but what we have asked for. What is that about? We want our bus service back, NO EXCUSES. We don’t want to wait and we don’t want substitutes. You know I find it funny, I didn’t hear anyone tell the affluent Country Club com-

munity to suck it up when their bus service was cut. They wanted their service back and they got it back without a costly survey. Why would anyone accept the excuses the MTA presents to Co-op City for not restoring our bus service? In my opinion it can’t be money because they seem to be able to find plenty of it to conduct all kinds of costly surveys and to provide things we didn’t ask for in addition to having money to restore other communities’ bus service. It appears to me but I hope it is not because we are a community of color. Could racism be raising its ugly head? What other explanation could there be for their blatant disregard for this working community of color.

We cannot allow this to go on. We as a community need to take action or get new representation to get our demands heard. We can make the difference and we need to put our repre-

sentatives on notice that they need to fight for us or get out of the way.

I use the bus to and from work daily and I experience the daily stress of changing multiple buses to get to my destination, doing so now with a disability adds to that stress. Spending almost four hours of our day to just commute to the other side of the Bronx is not right and I can’t begin to imagine what my fellow cooperators experience traveling to Manhattan and other destinations. The recent weather we have been experiencing has not made it easier. I believe it is part of a master plan to have us so distracted that we don’t get involved in our community. These MTA cuts are seriously affecting our quality of life and we demand remedy now, not later.

Keep your eyes on the prize.

I can be reached at the boardroom 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

a member to attend.

Lending Library's new hours for March: There are a bunch of romance novels in our library that want to be read as are the thrillers/mysteries by your favorite authors. Possibly, our new March hours will be more convenient. March's hours are: Tuesdays - 1 to 2 p.m.; Fridays - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Atlantic City: On Saturday, April 5, we

are going to Caesar's in Atlantic City. The charge is $35 and the rebate is $20.

Caesar’s is centrally located, close to other casinos and in proximity to "The Walk" outlet stores and numerous restaurants. In addition, Caesar's has its own shopping arcade. We will be leaving at 8:30 a.m. from Building 32 and we will make stops at both Dreiser and Asch Loop, if needed, on departure and return. Payment MUST

be received by March 15; checks or money orders made out to Building 32 Association. To make your payment, or for further information, please contact Eleanor Bailey at 718-379-7754 or Dolores Rankin at 718-379-0910. You can mail your payment to Ms. Bailey at 4180 Hutchinson River Pkwy, Apt. 10 A or Ms. Rankin at 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy, Apt. 10 E, Bronx, NY 10475.

—Lorna Smith

Andrea Leslie

Director’s Viewpoint

Building 32 Association

Building 21 Association

Hidden Colors Our meeting last Tuesday was truly amazing. It was, of course, much different than what we are used to.

Although we always try to do something a little different each time, Black History Month gave us the opportunity to relax a little. After handling 15 minutes of business, we presented the amazing docu-movie “Hidden Colors,” after which there was a 20 minute discussion on what we all saw. If you missed it, shame on you. Since it was received so well, we decided to show part 2 of the movie this Tuesday. Yes, we are having an added meeting for the month of March. March is Women’s History Month. All the more reason why we should celebrate by having two meetings this month!!! Tuesdays,

March 4th and 18th.

We would like to thank Ms. Francine Jones of the African American Association for donating two tickets to the American Museum of Natural History. We gave them away to the first person that raised their hand and was willing to use them ASAP. On Tuesday, we will be giving away 2 discount travel cards for anyone who plans to travel this year anywhere within the USA. We look forward to seeing many of you at both of our meetings in March.

Remember, we are neighbors and we are family. We will all win by working, sharing and living together. For further correspondence: 21association @gmail.com, or call us at: (347)5041821.

—Kevin Lambright

until help arrives. Visit the website www.firstaid.about.com for useful information about when and how to call 9-1-1.

Very young children can be taught when and how to call 9-1-1. There are recorded instances of children as young as 2 years old effectively calling 9-1-1 and receiving life saving help. It is essential that children are aware of what type of emergency requires calling 9-1-1.

Calling 9-1-1 because you cannot find your favorite toy is not appropriate. Visit the website www.kidshealth.org for activities for children to familiarize them with when and how to call 9-1-1.

When in Co-op City, also call the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050, in addition to 9-1-1, for all

emergencies. In Co-op City, call (718) 320-3300 for the main Riverbay switchboard during regular business hours; every Riverbay Department can be accessed by this number. In New York City, call 3-1-1 for any non-emergency issues; all New York City agencies can be accessed from this number.

From telephones outside the City of New York, 3-1-1 service can be accessed by dialing (212) 639-9675. It is important to save the use of emergency numbers for true emergencies.

3-1-1 and the www.nyc.gov website are available for matters that are important, but not emergencies.

With all of the recent snowfall and the associated snow cleanup, New York City

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2014 Co-op City Scholarship Applications available

Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto has announced that applications for the 2014 Co-op City College Scholarships are now available for pick-up.

The Co-op City College Scholarship Committee has been giving out $500 scholarships for the past seven years to deserving Co-op City high school seniors who plan to be entering college in the following fall.

The Co-op City College Scholarship Fund is the brain-child of Co-op resident Rose Kaufman who felt a duty to help those who might need a little assistance in paying the high cost of a college education. She took her idea to Assemblyman Benedetto who gladly volunteered to help and pledged his own $500 scholarship.

The Scholarships Fund is dedicated to fostering the education of deserving Co-op City residents who have shown the academic ability to move on to higher education and who also have an interest in community service and in helping others.

Applications can be picked up at various locations: the offices of Assemblyman Benedetto (Dreiser Community Center, Room 12), Congressman Eliot Engel (Dreiser Center, Room 4), the office of the City News (Dreiser Center – lower plaza level), the office of Riverbay (Bartow Community Center) and from local high school college guidance counselors.

All applications must be submitted no later than April 14.

roads have suffered tremendous abuse.

Potholes and other roadway defects are at record highs. The good news is New York City is taking a proactive stance toward potholes. Record numbers of potholes have been repaired by the City of New York. Unfortunately, in some cases, the pothole repairs have reappeared after another round of snow clean-up. New York City residents can report potholes to 3-1-1 or send photographs to the website.

New York City has repaired a record number of potholes and maintains strict accountability of complaints received.

The 3-1-1 website is www.nyc.gov.

Be alert to potholes when operating a motor vehicle. Hitting a pothole can wreck havoc on the tires, rims and sus-

pension of your vehicle.

Remember, 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.

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.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

March 1st already! Last weekend, a brief taste of good weather, now it’s over, back to school last Monday, where is the time going? Weren’t the Olympics fascinating?

There was concern regarding the total power shut down scheduled for last week. If you had a problem with that, it is hoped it didn’t last long. An email to Mr. Kevin Keenan, Riverbay Corporation, Director of Operations, is ready – add your note now! The date for our party will be announced here.

All Broun Place neighbors are invited to join in the party. It will be a grand, celebrate spring and the Year 2014 party. We even have a DJ! Our next official meeting is April 24.

Again, thank you to the Co-op City Times for keeping us properly and honestly informed regarding Co-op City.

Has anyone seen a dog without a leash?

One menaced a cooperator near Alder Place two weeks ago. It is reported to be black and may be a pit bull. Call Public Safety immediately, 718-6713050. We are working with Public Safety to solve this crime. We want to remind neighbors to call Public Safety: “If you see something, say something,” call: 718-671-3050. Additionally, be vigilant, as you go about your daily lives. Know who you are opening your door for! Thank you to Public Safety for the foot patrol officers. Even under bad weather circumstances, uniformed

Reminder We will start collection of our annual building dues of $5 per apartment on March 21st, 28th and 29th from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. I am asking all Building 4 cooperators to participate. This year, we are trying something new; an incentive is being offered for each floor that obtains 100% paid dues. All apartments on that floor will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. You have to be in it to win it!

Know that many good things are done with the dues and fundraised money. This money helps to sponsor our Halloween party for the children, Thanksgiving and Holiday/Christmas events, as well as contributes to the purchasing of decorations for inside and outside the building. Your dues also help to give two (2) $500 college scholarship awards to 2 eligible high school graduates from our building.

Fun-Raiser Bus Trip A trip is scheduled to Mount Airy Lodge Casino on Saturday, April 19.

The cost of the trip is $37 and the casino has offered a $20 slot play and

$10 food voucher (subject to change). I have been informed that the regular PA buses stop near the casino every hour going to the Crossings Outlet Mall.

Our bus will depart from Donizetti Place at 9:00 a.m. SHARP. A continental breakfast will be served from 8:00 a.m.

– 8:30 a.m. in our meeting room, located in the rear of 120 Donizetti Place. Seats are available on a first come, first paid basis, so reserve your seat(s) early.

Deadline for payment is April 2.

You may call Yvonne at (718) 6716922 or Diane at (347) 275-7565 or Mary at (718) 671-0425, if further information is needed.

NOTE: Building 4 and Building 1 are coming together to sponsor an Easter Egg Hunt for our children. Stay tuned for date, time and place.

Congratulations to all those who are celebrating a special event this month. *Remember, this is our home. “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —Yvonne Burrus (DW)

Assemblyman Benedetto is once again offering free income tax preparation for seniors 62 years of age or older who reside within the boundaries of his district (Co-op City, Throggs Neck, Morris Park, Pelham Bay, Zerega and City Island). Tax papers can be dropped off at the Assemblyman’s office until March 7th. This service is limited to seniors over the age of 62 who meet the following criteria: • Simple taxes only • Complete copies of 2012 federal and state returns must be included • Name, Social Security number, and date of birth of all people claimed on the return as a dependent and Date of Birth of Taxpayers • Adjusted gross income (AGI) for 2012 must be under $50,000 • All necessary paper work must be included as a complete file and brought to the office, otherwise they will be returned • You must provide us with a telephone or cellphone number at which you can be reached during normal busi-

ness hours and on Saturdays • Let us know if there have been any changes in taxpayers or dependents from your 2012 return, such as birth or death of dependent, death of taxpayer, etc.

• All returns will be prepared by volunteers and students from Iona College as a service to the community. All returns will indicate that they were prepared by a nonpaid preparer.

Seniors are encouraged to bring all their tax documents to Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at 3602 East Tremont Ave., Suite 201 or 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 12, anytime from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. (The tax preparer will only collect documentation until March 7 and thereafter no more tax papers will be accepted.) All participants will be contacted when the forms are completed. ) For more information, please contact Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at 177 Dreiser Loop. Rm. 12, Bronx, NY 10475, (718) 320-2220 or 602 E. Tremont Ave., Suite 201, Bronx, NY 10465, (718) 892- 2235.

Donizetti Building Four Association

Assemblyman Benedetto provides seniors with FREE Income Tax preparation help

officers are on the lookout doing their walking tours. It has been good to see the trailer stationed in Broun Place.

Join or renew Broun Place Association membership by placing $12 dues in the mail slot of Apt. 31B, Apt. 10A or Apt. 22A. Broun Place Executive Officers are Reverend Grace Emanuel - Secretary; Ms. Lillian Richardson - Treasurer; Mrs. Vivian Burrus - Vice President and Eva Lazaar, President. Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our new support team. Special thanks to our grounds crew from Riverbay Corporation Building and Grounds Department. They are doing a wonderful job. Thank you for providing Broun Place residents with a safe walking area.

15 “The Riverbay Board of Directors Election Season 2014,” “Silly Season 2014,” is about to begin. Voting is your given franchise when you become a cooperator, one shareholder vote per household; plan to vote. The Broun Place press release is your space to share celebrations and events. As always, we send prayers to those healing from surgery, an illness or injury.

We send sincere get well wishes to our friend and former Treasurer, Mrs. Ann Ventrella. Con-gratulations to all celebrating a birthday or anniversary. Please let us know if you wish a celebration mentioned here. Please help keep Broun Place clean and free of litter.

—Eva Lazaar

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18 To the cooperators who called after last week’s article about new “Development” in Co-op City, please know that your encouragement is essential. One cooperator wanted to know the names of the Riverbay Board members who are in favor of taking away our green space, and our unique beauty.

Please review articles from Board members who take time to communicate with cooperators on a weekly basis.

Historically and presently, the quest for land use by “Developers” is real and in my opinion about the “greenbacks,” not our quality of life. Also, be reminded that we will one day have Metro-North trains stopping in our community and will definitely need to develop a station for boarding and discharging passengers. Other than that, many of you are requesting that Management and the Riverbay Board of Directors leave our other open space as is. If anything, beautify what we have and utilize space for gardens, flowers, recreation and leisure activities. Cooperators are saying no more traffic and air pollution in this community.

A cooperator shared that the gloom and doom crowd don’t know what’s going on as they do not read the community newspaper. Also, cooperators are sharing that they don’t know what’s going with the corporation due to the lack of feedback from Committee Chairpersons. Please review the number of articles/updates submitted by the Sales & Marketing Committee who meet on a monthly basis. What about the Construction Committee? Cooperators will have an opportunity soon to decide

This Is Our Land — Part 3 Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

if they want change as 5 vacancies will occur on the Board of Directors.

NEW LOBBY DOORS Since the HUD loan, we have been waiting for new lobby doors and hopefully Management is moving ahead with this already approved project.

WELLS FARGO VIDEO Obtaining the HUD loan was more than a one or two man show. It was suggested by a cooperator that this new video is a neat political trick and questioned if the campaign has begun. Are all the Board members who voted for the loan acknowledged in the video?

OTHER COOPERATOR CONCERNS Why is a Board member suggesting that the NAACP has a Day Care Center? The fact is that a member of the NAACP is using the name without the approval of the national organization.

The NAACP is a civil rights organization, supports day care and other facilities for young people. However, they are not in the day care business.

Cooperators want the Board to come up with a concrete plan that would allow cooperators to downsize from larger apartments without the enormous fees presently involved. Please know

that dedicated Board members are working on these longstanding problems. This Director has been a part of discussion since my tenure on the Board and will continue to provide input and feedback from cooperators.

Some cooperators recently questioned me about the relationship between the Board and Management.

Please understand that some Board members it seems to me have a unique access to top managers that others do not based on their official title. However, any cooperator can contact an individual Board member who will pass the information on to Management. We may not ever know what you are going through if you don’t share. Input from cooperators provides ideas that assist Board members draft Resolutions to benefit you.

BINGO HALL A cooperator requested that I not give up on that structure to be used for youth and young adults/community.

Please understand that the Board majority has voted NO and as such the structure is being considered for commercial use as suggested by Management many months ago. Who and what will happen is not known at this time.

YOUTH ACTIVITIES Kudos to the clubs, organizations, building associations and churches that are providing enriching activities for Co-op City youth. You are the best! This past Saturday, two programs were held at Dreiser to celebrate Black History Month. The program I participated in talked about: Employability skills, Creating a Winning Résumé, Making a

Good Impression (Dressing for Success/my part), Being a Good Employee and Employment Labor Law. A highlight was a Mock interview of four junior high school students, escorted by their parents. The students were interviewed for placement in private and independent high schools throughout New York City in the coming months. We were all absolutely astonished by the exceptional level of intellect of the student responses.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE We are appreciative of the 45th Precinct for spearheading gathering to talk about this ongoing issue that impacts women in particular. Domestic violence and Sexual Harassment exist in Co-op City. Cooperators are asked to reach out to the special unit at the Precinct when you hear or see something. My professional experience has taught me that many women are afraid to advocate for themselves and in some instances will deny sexual harassment in order to maintain their job.

I LOVE THIS COMMUNITY It’s great to hear that comment from cooperators. That said, please know that I am part of a team working hard to solve longstanding issues and monitor our Management company to prevent unnecessary changes/expenditures that would impact our quality of life forever. This is our home and our land and we must all do our part to keep what we have.

VOTE: Please plan to vote in ALL upcoming elections. Be proactive and NOT REACTIVE. Contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner, 917-324-1033 or evelyntinez@aol.com.

Celebrating Black History, 365, 24/7 A Salute to Black History…

“Understanding Wisdom And Forever Appreciating The Past”…..Dr. Alice Tyler Milton. We must continue to remember and respect our heritage (even though one might not agree with the actions of some - it is still history) by never saying good-bye to yesterday for we are still standing on their shoulders – yesterday made our present possible.

Barack Obama - 44th President of the United States. The first African American President of the United States – Obama, Obama, Obama, Obama – Yes, We Can! BACK BY POPULAR DE-MAND: Saturday, May 3, we tour Franklin D. Roosevelt Estate and have lunch at the Culinary Institute of America (lunch is prepared and served by the senior students). After lunch, we head to Woodbury Commons. On the return home, we will drop off at 3 locations. Cost: $95. Call

718-671-4804/718-320-9694 and 718320-2366 to make your reservation.

Make checks payable to NCNW Co-op City Section, and mail to NCNW, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475.

40th Annual Bethune/Height Recognition luncheon will be held Saturday, May 17 at New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, 102-05 Ditmars Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY. Ticket: $100. Raffle books and luncheon tickets will be available at our next

General membership meeting, March 9, Dreiser Community Center, Room 11 at 3:00 p.m. For more information, call 718320-2366.

Joyce Howard is doing fine, heading home. Our prayers are with her for a full healing process.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718320-3721, to notify us of any birthdays illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday March members.

—Maxine Sullivan

Our general meeting on Tues., Feb. 18th was a very informative meeting, and I think all in attendance felt the same. We had the Community Emergency Response Team #10. We thank Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, along with Marty Badinsky, who were the guest speakers. We were shown a film and given a demonstration regarding Emergency preparedness. Do you have a “go bag?” Do you know what that is? Every person living in your household should have one. What do you need to make sure you’re prepared for any emergency? We have all seen devastation recently in New York and Co-op escaped that one. Sandy was that storm of all storms. One thing we can do is just be prepared. That’s

what this meeting was all about. If we had a blackout, would you have sufficient flashlights or enough fresh batteries or a portable radio? Think ahead.

Would you like to learn more? Contact Marty at 347-367-5619 or 718-3200515. Just ask him for the Ready NY package in your choice of language.

March, we will be placing envelopes under your apt. door to collect our annual dues of $5. We invite everyone, including all new cooperators, to join the association. We need your support and we need your dues.

We have an agenda and one is to make sure our building is being maintained properly and that it is as secure as it can be. We represent this building with Co-op City’s management team and

other offices whenever needed. We are the eyes and ears of the building and need everyone who wants to live in a clean and safe building to become the same. Security cannot be everywhere and custodial staff may not see what you’re seeing. We also give an annual scholarship which we ask everyone to focus with us. “It takes a village to raise a child.” We need to support our children in their educational goals. We have many projects we would like to do and so there will be a push to earn enough money to place in that till for the scholarship.

Got any ideas you would like to help us with? Come to the meeting so we can discuss how.

As a reminder, we have a Sunshine

Committee. Rosie sends cards to anyone who is ill. Please alert her; her phone # is listed on the bulletin board.

She will also send a card to families that have recently lost a loved one. We have game night on alternate Fridays and on every Monday, there is a knitting and crochet group meeting. We would like for you to choose. We will hopefully add back our movie night soon.

We had a 50/50 winner from the Bside, Yvonne Harris, and the Door Prize went to the A-side, Israel Cruz.

Looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting, posters will be placed near the elevators announcing time and date.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Evelyn Turner

Director’s Viewpoint

NCNW

Building 31 Association

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Black Forum

Next Defensive driving course The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, March 8, in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% 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 Coop 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. Remember, don’t text and drive.

Going to Mohegan Sun On Saturday, April 12, we will be going to Mohegan Sun in Conn., CT., leaving Dreiser at 9 a.m., and other

stops to be added. Cost $40 per person.

No refunds. Call for your reservation today: (718) 320-0033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035.

Notice: All Section 5 food pantry participants 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 pick up your food.

Volunteers needed for Wednesdays and Fridays. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed The Black Forum is looking for volunteers to help out 2 days a week at the food pantry from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. You choose the days.

Training will take place on Thursday only. If you are interested, please call

(718) 320-8035.

Computer help The Black Forum is looking for an experienced computer savvy individual.

If interested, please, call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program 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.

Return to Lobster Fest We will be going to Lobster Fest for a fun-filled day on Saturday, Aug. 16. Cost is $150/person, payable in 3 installments of $50 each beginning March 15, April 19 and May 17. No REFUNDS. Make reservations today.

Call (718) 320-0033, (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-8035. More details to follow.

We Need You - Join Us Today 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 or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

The Coalition regrets and apologizes for having to cancel January and February meetings due to inclement weather. We are looking forward to seeing you at the next meeting. God bless.

The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 4, at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.

Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Mrs. Joan Murrell is the President of the Coalition.

Phone number, (718) 379-3494.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: AfricanAmerican Association; Co-op City

Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches and Community Development of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by

either writing or calling (718) 379-3494 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s motto is “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

Landover, Maryland! Here we come.

Velocity Track Club will be traveling to Prince George’s Sports and Learning Camp, Landover, MD for the USATF Youth Indoor National Championship!!!

We are truly blessed. This was our hardest test and our children took on the challenge. 13 Velocity’s student athletes will be competing at the Nationals. This is a great achievement; there were over 1200 athletes competing on February 22nd & 23rd in USATF Northeast Zone Youth Indoor Track Field Championships in the Bennett Indoor Athletic Complex at Toms River, NJ. Each athlete was competing to qualify for the Nationals. The Northeast Zone consists of Adirondack, Connecticut, Long Island, Maine, New England, New York, Mid-Atlantic, New Jersey, Niagara and Three Rivers. The top 6 individuals in each event, age divisions and gender will advance to the

National Indoor Championships in Landover, MD, on March 7 - 9.

It is a beautiful thing to see our prayers answered from the hard work we put in. To see the smiles on our children faces after they realized that they qualified to compete on the biggest stage in the country for Indoor Track & Field is rewarding. The following student athletes qualified to compete in the USATF Youth Indoor National Championship: In the 8 & under girls division, Tiarra Jackson won a silver medal in 1500 meter run and a bronze in the 800 meter run. In the girls 11 & 12 division, Jacqueline Kendall advance in the 3000 meter run and received a bronze medal.

Julian Caldwell, Jaysiah Moore, Jordan Ingram and Dontae Lindo advance in the boys 9 & 10 age division 4 x 400 meter relay and receive bronze medals. Dontae didn’t qualify in his individual 1500 race,

but he ran his personal best with time of 5:44, 10 seconds fastest than his previous best. Coaches and parents want to see our athletes show improvement. In the boys 11 & 12 age division, 4 x 200 meter relay, Jordan Samuels, Adrian SwiftHenry, Trevon James and Kristian CadizDomville took 2nd in their heat and 5th overall to earn a bronze medal and advance to the Nationals. Normally their top runner, Joseph Webster, would have anchor this relay, but due to a pulled muscle, he was sidelined and Trevon stepped in and held his own. Also, Kristain who anchored the relay qualified in the 55 meter dash and earned a bronze medal.

Dominique Jackson continues to be one of the top sprinters in the Northeast, now she has the opportunity to see how she ranks in the country. She will have 3 opportunities, because she medalled in 3 events, silver in the 55 meters, bronze

(3rd) in 200 and bronze (4th) in 400 meters race. Captain Tyron Ingram is at the bottom of his age group (17 – 18), but he didn’t let that stop him from qualifying. He took 3rd in the long jump and 5th in the 55 meter race to earn him two bronze medals. Captain Pearl WebsterRutledge in the girls 13 – 14 age division is recognized as the best shot putter in the Northeast Zone. Pearl won the gold medal and is looking forward to compete against the rest of the country. Her shot put team mate Daijon James threw the shot put 2 feet further than his previous personal best and missed qualifying by less than an inch. Great job to all and good luck in Landover, MD. Anyone interested in joining Velocity Track Club New York, please contact Coach Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or you can email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM. —Winston Dinkins

The Co-op City Mosque is open for Friday Sabbath Prayers (Jumaa’h) In the Name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful.

Say: We believe in God, and what has been revealed to us and what was revealed to Abraham, Ismail, Isaac, Jacob, and the Tribes; and in the Books given to Moses, Jesus, and the

Prophets, from their Lord. We make no distinction between one and another among them...and to God do we bow our will. The Holy Qur’an C: 3, V: 84 The Islamic Cultural Center of North America (ICCNA) established the Co-op City Mosque in November, 2013. The first Islamic institution in

this diverse community, it adds to the religious harmony already present here.

Our Congregational Prayer Service (Jumaa’h) takes place every Friday at 177 Dreiser Loop in Room 9, from noon to 1 p.m. We invite all residents to come and fellowship with your Muslim neighbors and learn answers

to questions about Islam, the Mosque and Muslim life.

Likewise, we are honored to participate in the various programs taking place here in Co-op City and look forward to a most fruitful relationship.

In closing, Peace be unto you, —Sheik Mousaa Drammeh

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations

Velocity Track Club

Co-op City Mosque

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Is It Right To Support Workers?

Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

For 30 years prior to the arrival of the Marion Scott Company, Riverbay policy Director’s was pro-union. Now, Riverbay’s work is often outsourced to non-union companies.

A recent comment during a Riverbay Open Board Gallery Session (2/12/14) by the Board president I believe reflected a majority Board member’s attitude: “I don’t think that it is right for us to pay more to support [union] workers living in Westchester.” The implication that union members are overpaid is contradicted by government statistics showing that, even as workers’ productivity raises, union wages have fallen behind the increasing inflation rate.

A decade ago, Riverbay renegotiated with District #9 to reduce the base pay of painters and plasterers by onethird. Despite the workers’ concession, three years ago the Board voted to outsource this work to a non-union company. The painting and plastering cost was 10% less - not 30% as he claimed by the President - than the lowest bid union contractor, but our non-union painters and plasterers have neither job protection nor union benefits.

In essence, they are subsidizing Riverbay. How can Board members vote in good conscience to approve non-union contractors?

UNION-BUILT AND ECONOMICAL Leaders of the unions that sponsored the construction of Co-op City insisted that it be built entirely by union workers, even in instances where union costs were greater. They knew that any vacillation on this principle here would ultimately weaken the leaders’ own position in bargaining for the workers they represented. And today, our union-built apartments cost significantly less than market rate apartments around the city.

As for the claim by the Board president that “it is not right to pay more to support [union] workers living in Westchester,” I wonder how many Riverbay staff working for a union contractor live in Westchester? I believe it is self-destructive for working people, especially union members, to bash unions. One day I believe such arrogance will come back with a vengeance.

THE NEW DEFERRED EQUITY PROGRAM The Board has approved a resolution (#14-07), drafted by its Legislative Committee, that directs Management to prepare a zero-down deferred equity program that would enable downsized families such as parents whose children now live on their own in large apartments to transfer to smaller apartments and present such a program and the costs to the Board for review and approval. Such a program would provide for zero down payment as part of a Deferred Equity Program. At present, the deferred down payment is 25% of the equity. The new policy can both generate income for the corporation and save the transferring cooperator thousands of dollars a year.

For example, an original cooperator who is now a senior citizen transfers, under a zero-down Deferred Equity Program, from 6.5 rooms to 3 rooms. The equity refund the cooperator can expect is $6,000—initial equity rate of $500 per room plus amortized credit. Meanwhile, the new family moving into the 6.5-room apartment puts up $29,250 in equity, $23,000 of new income for Riverbay.

The present equity for the 3-room apartment, at $4,500 per room, is $13,500. Under the new-zero down Deferred Payment Program, the cooperator will pay off the equity over a number of years. Present carrying charges for such units are around $600 a month. Adding the payoff of the deferred equity ($192) brings the total monthly carrying charge for the first seven years to $792.

That’s a big drop in a family’s monthly carrying charge, from around $1,300 for the 6.5 rooms to $792 for the 3 rooms—potentially a saving of $500 a month, or $6,000 a year.

DEMAGOGUERY According to City News, the state’s rescinding of a decade-old Board ruling that allowed transferring families to pay the same (original) rate toward the new apartment is arbitrary and capricious. Hardly. A family who

paid equity of $4,500 per room vacating a 3-room apartment is refunded $13,500, minus restoration fees and three months carrying charges. But when a family transferred and paid only the original equity rate of $500 a room, or $1,500 for three rooms, who paid the $12,000 difference? We all did, because $12,000 came out of our operating budget. The same would happen if the equity for a 3-room apartment is waived. We were subsidizing transferring cooperators.

On the other hand, the zero-down Deferred Equity Program will incentivize small families to downsize and large families to move to larger quarters.

TO BENEFIT THE RESIDENTS It is unfortunate that the chair of the Board’s Sales Committee is offended because it was the Legislative Committee that drafted and introduced the deferred equity resolution. The Sales Committee chair may recall that at the Board’s closed December meeting, I made a Legislative Committee report—which was recorded in the Board minutes—outlining a draft of the zero-down resolution, with backup documentation. Then the resolution was presented to the Board as a first reading at its closed January meeting, again accompanied by documentation. No objection was raised at those meetings or in memos. Furthermore, there is no record of a Sales Committee report that would have informed us of the committee’s work, including the issue of downsizing.

Everyone with responsibility to the interests of Co-op City residents ought to be pleased that some Board members got this useful program drafted and adopted.

HISTORY COMMITTEE The Riverbay Board History Committee is assembling photos, videos, artifacts, and/or documents of historical moments in the history of Co-op City for an exhibit showcase. In addition, the Committee is planning to interview Co-op City pioneers for an oral depositary project. If you are a pioneer and/or have material for such an exhibit, please contact me.

I CAN BE REACHED… By mail at Riverbay Board, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY; by phone at 718-379-5874; by email at lichsr @earthlink.net.

President at Citibank, expressed how articulate and poise the students were. He was absolutely amazed.

The upcoming events for the Williamsbridge Club are the regular meeting on March 14 and our Women’s History Program on Saturday, March 15. Be on the lookout for more information.

Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) may be found at www.nanbpwc.org or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Joetta Brown

Bernard Cylich

The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) is an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development.

The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month. Young women 18-35, who are in or preparing for a business/professional career can become members of the Young Adult Club.

The Williamsbridge Club held its Black History Month Program Celebration, “The Keys to Success in Job Hunting: The Importance of Business Preparedness and What you Need to Know” on Saturday, February 22. Our program featured several speakers, Dr. Beryl Dorsett, discussed Employability Skills emphasizing reliability, confidence and basic skills. Mr. Zene Coley suggested pointers for “Creating a Winning Resume,” including a suggestion that when it’s needed, call in the experts; Mrs. Evelyn Turner discussed “Making a Good Impression.” In her handout, she had models of body styles and how to determine which style to wear. Mr. Karriem Dean spoke on “Becoming a Good Employee and Employment/Labor Laws,” including how to look at employment in terms of economic comparisons, upward mobility and team building. Each speaker was dynamic and offered tips and suggestions for the unemployed and working individuals on how to obtain and keep their employment.

To top off the day, a Mock Interview of four junior high school students, took place. Each student was 12 years old and in the seventh grade. They were escorted by their parents. The students will be interviewed for placement in private and independent high schools throughout New York in the coming months. Dozens of questions were prepared and three members of our club were the interviewees. Everyone was absolutely astonished by the exceptional level of intellect of the students’ responses. Their presentations were awesome. One presenter, Mr. Karriem Dean, a Vice

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African-American Association

With a new week brings a new opportunity for you to join us in one of our many community events and activities!

Association Meeting – Our next meeting will take place on Saturday, March 8th in Dreiser Center, Rm. 15 at 4 p.m. There will be an update on community endeavors, Association activities, information on mid-term political elections and a report on the 2nd International People’s Tribunal in its campaign to expose the so-called “neutral” International Criminal Court on the latest weapon in the West’s arsenal to re-colonize Africa and African people. Thereafter, we will celebrate March birthdays, dine with our friends and neighbors while listening to enjoyable music.

Co-op City Spelling Bee – March 22nd, 10:00 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31. All participants should be in Grades 4 to 8. The

grand prize winner will receive $100. To register or volunteer, call 718-379-5555.

Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair - Save the date and plan to attend the Association’s Tenth Annual Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, April 12th at 12:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, in honor of IMHOTEP, the world’s first doctor.

There will be lots of information, advice, testimonies, entertainment and refreshments.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. If your goal is to lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques, then this is for you! Call 718-671-8364.

Belly Dancing Classes –

Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! No experience necessary. Call 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dancing Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Simple dance steps for easier participation. Come and enjoy!

Call 917-903-7073.

Music Appreciation/Singing Classes – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. Sing along with us to sweet soul oldies, R&B, gospel, and popular classics. All levels of vocal abilities are accepted.

Computer Laptop Classes – The next class will be announced. All are invited to attend.

Education – The Institute for Youth Study Group will meet again in April.

The date and time will be announced.

If you are unable to attend this week’s

meeting, look to our weekly column for upcoming events. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc.”

The following are the officers of the African-American Association of Co-op City: President: Francine Reva Jones Vice President: Deborah Nelson Secretary: Ebony Rae Lambright Treasurer: Sandra Mitchell Assistant Treasurer: Kevin Lambright Wishing a beautiful and inspired week ahead to all!

—Mercedes A. Terzol

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all of our Post members who will be celebrating their birthday in February.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join so if you are a veteran from any branch of the military, stop by.

If you would like to join our Post, just bring your DD-214 with you to Post 1871, located in Section #5 in the Community Center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165 and our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net.

This information is for our Post Vietnam Veterans on Saturday, March

29. A Vietnam recognition day will be given at 55 Water Street, New York adjacent to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza. This will take place rain or shine. The program will start at 8:38 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For an RSVP, call 212-693-1476 or www.rsvp@ uwvc.org. This is a reminder to all EXECUTIVE members that on March 5th, there will an EXECUTIVE meeting at 3:00 p.m. sharp! Please arrive on time. And on Saturday, March 15, our GENERAL meeting will take place for all of our Post members. The starting time will be 11:00 a.m. If you are not able to make any meeting, please give the Post a call. If you see a Post member in the street, remind him that our dues have been increased to $50 a year.

Our Post will soon have a Board with a Post Member of the Year placed in the Post. This is some of the good things coming to our Post. This idea was presented to the Executive members by our Post Commander Jerome Rice and to members along with a vote that was passed unanimously by all Executive members.

Tuesday, March 4th, the County meeting will take place at our Post starting at 7:30 p.m. All members are welcome to attend this meeting.

Friday, April 11th, the National Commander will have a dinner at Antun’s Catering Hall in Queens. The cost for each member is $65. As soon as our raffle tickets come in, all Post members will be notified by a call or by

mail. If you’re still waiting for a VAS claim, their progress seems to be at stalling at the present time. The Veterans Benefits Administration officials still have a backlog of about 400,000 cases since early November.

The VA is working on a paperless processing to speed up the claims so that you may receive your claim much faster. Our Post has baseball caps in stock if you need one.

Quotes for the Day: I haven’t lost my mind, it’s backed up on a disk somewhere.

Adults are just kids who owe money!

This information was provided by the Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

All Federal retirees, please attend our Bronx meeting on Monday, March 3rd at Dreiser Loop Community Center in Room 9 in Co-op City, Bronx from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Blue Cross representative will be present to review all

health plans. Our President will update Federal benefits for your future livelihood. Olive will be on hand to provide some fresh coffee and sweet treats.

Spring is around the corner. See you on March 3rd.

—Olive Glasgow

After being snowed out in December, January, and February, Co-op City Post 500 will try again with a meeting tomorrow, Sunday, March 2nd, at 10 a.m. at the Town House Restaurant on Dreiser Loop. Hopefully, we will all be able to meet at this one.

The Department of New York JWV will be holding their meeting on March 23rd at 10 a.m., with a light breakfast held before the meeting, at 9:15 a.m. All

officers should try to make it to this meeting.

If you are using the Veterans Medical Centers for your medical and prescription needs, you need to obtain a new medical identification card. At the Bronx VA Hospital, it can be obtained on the 9th floor, Medical Records. You will need your current card and a driver’s license or non-driver’s ID card.

—Marvin Warm

American Legion Post 1871

NARFE Chapter 23

Please be mindful of ALL Stop Signs in the Parking Facilities!

Jewish War Veterans Post 500

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Co-op City Spelling Bee Co-op City Times / March 1, 2014

The African-American Association and the Riverbay Fund will co-sponsor the Co-op City Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 22, at 10:00 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31. Your child has the opportunity to show how well s/he can spell by entering this competition. The grand prize winner will receive $100 and all will receive favorable recognition. This will be a family affair where family and friends can come to support their children. Light refreshments served.

Admission is free.

You may register your child by picking up a registration form on school days between the hours of 3:00-6:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 15 or by calling 718-379-5555 and leaving your email address so that it can be sent to you. Also call if you would like to volunteer. Volunteers cannot be related to contestants. We look forward to hearing from you.

Apartment Downsizing I am surprised at the resistance by a Board Director to Resolution #14-07. It deals with shareholders wishing to downsize from underutilized, larger apartments to smaller apartments and who are unable to afford the cost of the equity payment of $4,500 per room.

This topic has appeared on the Legislative Committee agenda, chaired

by Director Bernard Cylich, at least three times. On more than one occasion, it has also been included in his commitThe next general meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 5th, 1:30 p.m., Dreiser Auditorium. See you there.

TRAVEL EVENTS: (Travel insurance encouraged) Mar. 18-20 (Tuesday-Thursday). We are going back to Atlantic City to BALLY’S casino. Price: Double: $220 pp & Single: $285. Rebates: $30 slot bonus + $20 food + $10 cash bonus. On day of return, will stop at RESORTS Casino – Rebate: $25 slot bonus. FINAL PAYMENT will be collected before and after the March 5th meeting. Contacts: Virginia S/Beverly J, 718-379-0377.

Thurs., May 8. A spring trip to see the Biblical story of MOSES at the Sight and Sound Theatre, PA, plus a delicious luncheon at Good n Plenty’s family style dining. Matinee price: $125. Wait list

tee reports at Board meetings. Although questions and different ideas were suggested, no one presented a clearer or better solution to this matter.

The suggestion of zero equity would be financially detrimental to the Riverbay Corporation while a zero-down-payment deferred equity program, as proposed in Resolution #14-07, would be a win-win proposition. The resolution passed and it is expected that Management will devise a plan that will be beneficial to both the shareholders and the Riverbay Corporation.

I am not sure where the Sales & Marketing Committee Chairperson was when this issue was discussed, but if his committee had alternative methods of resolving this issue, they should have been stated. I believe that this is an example of what the cooperator at the last Open Board Meeting Gallery Session meant when she stated that she detects hostility among Board Directors. This Director had the opportunity to present his proposal beforehand, but did not. Yet, he brought his opposing views before the community at an Open Board meeting, as well as in his viewpoints.

MTA Bus Restoration This coming April, shareholders will have improved bus service. It will not be exactly as it was prior to 2010, but it will be an improvement. The Bx. 23 route will provide regular service between all sections of Co-op City and Pelham Bay Station in both directions at all times of the day. Another change will be the addition of a new bus stop on Asch Loop to serve riders on several lines, including the Bx. 23, 26, 28 and 30. Also, a bus stop will be added on Co-op City Blvd. and Dreiser Loop for the QBx 50.

While these changes make it better for cooperators, many coming from the Gun Hill Road station and who live in the northern end of our community must still transfer buses in order to get home. The suggestion that was made at a Co-op City rally was to have the Bx. 28 run regular and limited buses, with the regular circulating the entire community as it did prior to 2010, and the “limited” would proceed along Bartow Avenue directly into Section Five. The MTA runs “limited” buses in many other communities, so why not ours??

Black History Month The last weekend of Black History Month ended with a bang. The program of the National Council of Negro, supported by the Riverbay Fund, presented a wonderful celebration, with lots of information, quizzes, freebies, entertainment, prizes, refreshments and

more. Second Vice President, Lori Melton, was the organization’s Chairperson. The Master of Ceremonies was Ralph Dunniehigh; Charles Thomas led the Black National Anthem; The African-American Voices sang the South African National Anthem. The Honorable Councilman Andy King was the guest speaker.

There were performances by the Harry S. Truman H.S. cheerleaders.

The step teams included Dynamic Impact of DeWitt Clinton H.S. and the Order of the Feathermen Fraternity.

The dancers: The Dream Team of Middle School 180, The Next Level of Praise by Church of New Vision, and Kids 4 Christ of Co-op City Baptist Church. Poetry and theatrical performances: JASA Drama Bunch, New Dimensions Theatrical Artist, Neil Dawson, Faith @ Work Christian Church, Immaculate Conception School, and Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center. Singers included New Generations Youth Choir of Community Protestant Church and Greater Love Faithfuls Youth Choir of Greater Love Baptist Church. Dr. Leonard Jeffries arrived, but a little too late to speak. My family and friends enjoyed the day. It was a perfect ending for the month of celebrations.

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June 10-12 (Tuesday-Thursday).

Come stay and play at the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, Dover, DE. (Casino bonus: TBD). Price: Double $400 pp/Single $490. $100 deposit required to hold seat. Package includes - All You Can Eat Crabs at Woodys Crab House, and the menu also includes fried chicken, shrimps and other delicious delights; shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores; and on the way home, we will stop at the Harrington Raceway & Casino and get a Free slot play and a Free buffet. Final payment due May 1. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/NCNW, 718-320-2366.

Sept. 20-27, (8 days/7 nights) CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE on the CROWN PRINCESS. NOTE: Final

payment due Wed., May 28. New applications-closed. Contacts: Claudette D., 718-379-4784/Beverly J., 718-3790377.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (prices include transportation): Sign up for the BB King (King of Blues) show at Lehman Performing Arts Center, Concert Hall, 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 19th. Price – $75. $40 deposit required to hold seat. Final payment due April 2 (before and after meeting). Contact: Paisley H., 718-379-0377.

Come to Dreiser, Clubroom 19 – Check the (WOF) Wall of Information and see what other new and exciting shows are pending.

GOOD AND WELFARE: To our members recuperating, we want you to know that you are thought

of warmly and wished brighter days.

Contact: Elinor Gordon, Chair, at 718-379-8755, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Members and friends, we require your telephone number when signing up for shows and/or trips, along with a deposit to reserve your seat.

Please note - Cash payments will no longer be accepted for security reasons.

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FYI - Committee members will be available MONDAYS and/or THURSDAYS after 3:00 p.m. in Dreiser, Room 19, 718-379-0377 (weather permitting).

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

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

Emotions - Divine Provision for Anxiety "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you" (1 Peter 5:7, NIV).

This devotional is about how, through divine power, we can have some relief from fear and anxiety. Trust in God and contentment are key factors in looking at the future with confidence.

Scripture is filled with verses containing words such as afraid, anxiety, anxious, fret, frightened, and terrified. Many references have to do with what people are anxious and fearful about; others with the promises of divine reassurance to those who are fearful or anxious. The message, “Do not be afraid,” runs across Scripture with strength and persistence.

Anxiety, or fear about what may happen, is one of the most dangerous emotions for mental and physical health.

A medieval legend tells of the traveler who one night met Fear and Plague on their way to London, where they expected to kill 10,000 people. The traveler asked Plague if he would do all the killing. “Oh no,” Plague answered. “I shall kill only a few hundred. My friend Fear will kill the rest.”

Fear and anxiety are frequent, destructive, and painful. Common anxiety symptoms include apprehension, worry, insomnia, jitters, tension,

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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.

Sunday Schedule: Meditation and Adult Bible Study 9:15 -10:15 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. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “He’s Simply irresistible.”

Reading from the Holy Scripture: Gospel of Matthew 4:18-22 Thought of the Week: “Don’t tell God about your situation, tell your situation about God!” Reading from Sacred Scripture: “I know the plans I have for you.”

Jeremiah 29:11 Weekly Activities Bereavement Group is in session Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. All sessions are confidential. Every person is treated with respect. Referrals welcome.

Never a fee, and is non-sectarian!

Bible Study - Tuesday Bible Study & Prayer begins 1:00 p.m. Feel free to bring your lunch, a friend, or neighbor. Every one is welcome!

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Every other Saturday - Food Pantry.

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headaches, fatigue, dizziness, palpitations, breathlessness, sweating, difficulty in concentrating, and hyper vigilance. Anxiety also may come with panic attacks. God is interested in freeing us from such undesirable experiences and invites us to trust in Him. You have choices—trust God or be anxious. God’s invitation to you is: Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs, and don’t forget to thank him for his answers. If you do this, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep your thoughts and your heart quiet and at rest as you trust in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4.6, 7).

Message from the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1010 Baychester Avenue, 718.320.0518; www.coopcitysdachurch.org.

OUR SERVICES ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE – COME AS YOU ARE. Bread Ministry: Please stop by on Wednesday evenings (7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) Bread available for yourself or a neighbor who may need food.

Regular Meetings: 1. Wednesday Prayer & Praise Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Bible Study - 2/26, (1 Peter 3), "Suffering for doing good."

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2. Saturday Morning Bible Studies: 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. (2/29) "Disciplining the Powerful."

3. Saturday Worship: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

4. Health Ministry: Saturdays, 3-4 p.m. Workbook guided discussion on health from a mental, physical and spiritual view.

5. Prayer Changes Things - You are invited to be a part of our anonymous telephone support group (Pray & Share).

On Tuesday (February 25) from 8:00

23 receiving food, please call 718-9255052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance.

Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc...Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. or Sunday morning, 9:00 - 10:00. To arrange special drop off time, call Ms. Weir at 347-375-3837. God bless all our donors.

Upcoming Event - Spring Revival, April 30 - May 2.

GOOD NEWS! Church of the Savior will be moving to her new worship center very soon. We want you to come and grow with us. Location and time of service to be announced.

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

p.m. - 8:45 p.m. There is power in prayer - call 661-673-8600, dial access code 93634# 6. Children Ministry: Engaging programs led by experienced, Christian teachers.

7. Adventist Youth and Pathfinder programs: Saturday at 4:00 p.m. (for youth ages 6-17).

8. Adult Exercise Program: (Free) Sundays, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

—Pastor Terry Giles

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

CHURCH SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Friday, March 7th, 7:00 p.m. – Sound of Praise Pastor Anthony Davis and Pastor Andrée Davis, cofounders of Harvest Restoration Ministries, Inc. extend to you a warm invitation to come and worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us.

We are a small, community oriented, non-denominational church that is seeking to be actively involved in the community. We emphasize the need to build up the families, especially the equipping of men to be the heads of their homes and leaders in their community.

Community Protestant Church presents “True Worship, Uninhibited Praise,” Worship and Praise Seminar at the church. Carl L. Washington III, Presenter. All are welcome.

Saturday, March 8th, 9:00 a.m. – Sound of Praise presents “True Worship, Uninhibited Praise,” 2nd Annual Worship and Praise Breakfast. Worship and Praise through Song, Dance and God’s Holy Word.

Donation: $15. For tickets and/or additional information, call the church office: (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, March 15th, 2:00 p.m. – New York State Committee cordially invites you to a performance of “Alive! The Musical, 55 + and Kickin” (a Vy Higginsen production), at The Dempsey Theatre, Harlem, NY. Alive features singers 55 and over, a talented cast of performers with unique voices selected for their ability to portray the resilience of the human spirit. Tickets: $40 without transportation; $50 with transportation. For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 320-0539 or (718) 320-0691.

45TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON Saturday, March 22nd, 12:00 noon. – 5:00 p.m. –

the Pastor and members of Community Protestant Church cordially invite you to attend our 45th Anniversary Luncheon at the V.I.P. Country Club, New Rochelle, NY. Tickets $60. For tickets and/or additional information, contact the church at (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, May 24th, 3:00 p.m. – The Deborah Women’s Ministry presents the NYC WOMEN OF GOSPEL & SONG CONCERT featuring Keisha Washington, Community Protestant Church; Bishop Mary Freeman, Emmanuel Church of God; Rev. Lois Giles, Seventh Lights Baptist Church; Clarissa Sinceno, The Riverside Church and Requithelia Allen, Convent Avenue Baptist Church. Donation: $20. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 862-9172.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

We also empower women to exercise their gifts as preachers and teachers of the Gospel.

Our worship style includes great music, thoughtful sermons and great fellowship! If you are looking for a church where you can be fed the Word of God and be active in the community, then Harvest Restoration Ministries is for you!!

We meet at: 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 42.

Order of Services Sunday School – 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday night Prayer – 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday night Bible Study – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday night Choir Rehearsal – 7:00 p.m.

Communion – Every 1st Sunday of every month.

Check our website at: www.harvestrestoration.org.

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hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

9 Resist Him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.

Invitations: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m.

Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd

Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. Please come out and support these services.

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We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1.

Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627.

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

Because God resists the proud, Scripture repeatedly warns of the danger of pride. We see this in 1 Peter 5:5-9. It reads as thus: 5 Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resist the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”

6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty

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Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, February 5 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 7:00 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 (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

Thought for this week: “In his heart, a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” Prov. 16: 9 “You will not find any Peace by engaging in excessive planning; attempting to control what will happen in the future. This is a commonly practiced form of unbelief.” (Sarah Young, Jesus Calling).

Planning is a good thing, however, there are so many things we want to do

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. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule: 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. Choir rehearsal is

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p.m., we invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, March 11, for the next Men’s Prayer Service.

The Building Fund Ministry will hold a cake and flea market sale on next Saturday, March 8 in our Fellowship Hall, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You’re invited to come and find some good buys at the flea market and enjoy delicious homemade cakes and pies. For additional information, call the church at 718-320-3774.

March is Women’s History Month and the First Lady’s Ministry will present Her Story on Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Darlene Thomas from Kelly Temple Church of God In Christ, Harlem, NY. The theme for the day is A Woman of Faith, Hebrews 11:1.

Donation is $15. For additional informa-

tion, call the church at 718-320-3774.

The Co-op City Baptist Church Scholarship Ministry and the Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center are having a Preparing for College: An Informational Seminar on Saturday, March 29 (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.). The seminar will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 49 – Section 5, Co-op City. The college application process can be daunting for many. This free informational seminar will provide middle and high school students and their parents with valuable information on the college application process, available scholarships, applying for financial aid and many other resources.

For additional information or to RSVP, call 718-379-0541, 718-320-3240, 718671-8449, 917-620-2859 or the church at 718-320-3774.

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with the hope that if we work hard enough, God will get in our schedule.

It’s not that planning is wrong, but it can be a deep heart issue. We may plan and plan only to be disappointed at the end. Our planning can be less about organization, and more about worry about how things will work out.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 Sense how God is saying, Lay it down, all the planning, all the worry about how things will work out.

The promise is that God is in control.

He knows exactly where he is taking us, and as we trust Him, His ways may look very different and far more fulfilling

than our carefully drawn plans.

Planning is good, but don’t get trapped in excessive planning. God’s ways are higher than our ways, and if we keep that trust above our planning, then we will be open to go in whatever direction God leads. The first thing in our plan every day must be TRUST GOD. We want to 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 referral services for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need, please call 347945-1992. 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. CHURCH SERVICE SCHEDULE 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 - 5years old to 12 years old Little Lambs - Potty trained SPECIAL EVENT Every first Sunday of the month, the service is bilingual. ALL ARE WELCOME. —Rev. Sam Colon

Book of 6 for $5. Please contact June Grimes, 718-320-0503.

Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation 3-day trip to Toronto, Canada: Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1. Trip includes 2 nights hotel accommodation, 4 meals, professional guided historic tours and time at the casino. Single $469, Double $389, Triple $339, Quad. $329, Children $239. Prices are per person and a payment plan is available. For those on the payment plan, the 2nd deposit is now

due. Please call June at 718-320-0503.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-3200844, or visit our website: www.stjosephs epcbronx.org.

“Let them praise your great and awesome name – he is holy.” (Psalm 99:3) — M. Chambers

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on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 2, when we will celebrate the Last Sunday after the Epiphany.

Fundraising Events: Raffle tickets are now available for sale. Drawing on Saturday, April 12.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them next year as they sail to the Caribbean. They will be sailing on the Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas going to Kings Wharf, Bermuda, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, San Juan, Puerto Rico and Labadee, Haiti.

This 10-day cruise will be from Thursday, July 17, to Saturday, July 26.

For additional information or reservations, please call 718-379-0541, 917612-1245 or 718-320-3774.

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

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

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CHURCH SCHedUle WEEKLY:

CHURCH SCHOOl - SUnday, 9:00 a.m.

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MONTHLY: COmmUniOn - 1St and 3Rd SUndayS

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

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

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

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

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Mon., March 3

Bartow Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30am – 11:30am, Room 31 Library 9:30am -1:00pm, Rm. 31 Weight Management Support Group – Rm. 25 10:00am-11:30am ZUMBA Class 10:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00pm – 4:00 pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31

Tues., March 4

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Wed., March 5 Thurs., March 6

9:30am – 1:00 pm, Rm. 49

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00am, Rm. 45

9:30am -10:30am, Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise

Line Dancing

10:00 – 11:00 – Rm. 2

10:00am – 11:00am, Rm. 45

Mind Teasers

Around The Lunch Table

12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 4

11:30am, Rm. 49

Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm, Rm. 2

Basic Cellphone & IPAD Training 1:30 – 2:30pm, Rm. 7

Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Matinee Movie w/George 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive Rm. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Po-ke-no 1-2 p.m., Rm. 49 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm 7 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm 7 Tai Chi 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm 2 Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm 4 Art Class 1-3 p.m., Rm 7 YOGA w/Bhadra 2-3 p.m., Rm 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 8 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10– 11 a.m., Aud. A Poetry/Creative Writing w/ Lorraine 10-11 a.m., Rm 7 Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11–12 p.m., Rm. 8 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Spanish Class (New) 1–2 p.m., Rm. 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30–2:30 p.m., Rm. 8 Poetry/Creative Writing w/ Lorraine 2–4 p.m., Rm 7

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

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Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

Mon., March 3

Orange pineapple juice Turkey cutlet w/stewed tomatoes/basil Turkey meatloaf w/Mojo Spanish yellow rice sauce Green salad (mixed Brown rice greens) Mashed cauliflower Alt: Tuna salad

Whole wheat bread Canned apricots in juice/water

Tues, March 4

Apple juice Chicken breast St. Louis ribs Creamy mushroom dill Mashed sweet potatoes sauce Collard greens Mashed potatoes Carrots Alt: Cold breaded fish

1:15 - 2:00pm, Rm. 2

2:00 – 4:00 pm

WEEKLY TRIPS

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill

Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Men’s Line Dancing w/ Voncile 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing w/ Jenifer 10–11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 25 Sing along w/Charles Carrington 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Non-Kosher

Kosher

Date:

Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wednesday 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Word Games Rm 31 9:30am - 11:30pm Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m. Rm 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Rm 31 Bingo 1–3:30 p.m. Rm 31 Card Games2-4 p.m., Rm 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm 31 Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30 a.m.

-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Social Dance Club Music by Cecilia Tenconi - Every 2nd Thursday, Rm. 31

Dreiser

Library

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11am, Rm. 45

Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., March 7

Einstein

PRICE

$5 $15

PICK-UP TIMES Bartow Dreiser 9:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m.

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

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066

Einstein 10:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m.

New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Wed., March 5

Orange juice Polish Beef sausage w/onions Stewed tomatoes Green beans Alt: Sliced turkey

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Salisbury steak w/gravy Red potatoes Carrots & peas

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Thurs., March 6

Orange pineapple juice Baked Salmon w/chive mustard sauce Kasha Varnishkes Winter blend vegetables Alt: Chicken salad

Roast chicken Polenta w/peas Creamed spinach

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Fri., March 7

Orange juice Roast chicken Greek style Roast potato Spinach Alt: Gefilte Fish

Chicken soup Tilapia w/lemon & dill Pesto pasta w/broccoli Carrots

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $3.50 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice. Lunch must be ordered a week in advance.

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

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

There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation!

AARP Tax-Aide – Hosted by JASA; Free tax preparation and free e-File - 135 Einstein Loop, Room 35. February 4 to April 9, Tues. & Weds., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, call 718-320-2066.

Free Hypertension Workshop for Medicare Beneficiaries - March 4th, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31.

Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance - 2049 Bartow Ave., Co-op City Senior Services/JASA main office. Fridays, March 14th & March 28th, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Please bring documents that verify your identity, address, income, & expenses (rent, medical, etc.) For info. call 718-320-2066.

Free Diabetes Wellness Workshops for Medicare Beneficiaries – Fridays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28th, 1–3 p.m. 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 8. Each session covers a new topic. To sign up for the sessions, please call the Dreiser Senior Center at 718-320-1345.

Arthritis Exercise program - The program’s multiple components are to reduce pain and stiffness, maintain or improve mobility, muscle strength and functional ability. Monday, March 3rd, Bartow Senior Center, Room 31, 12:45 p.m.; Wednesday, March 5, 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 45, 11 a.m.

Co-op City Institute for Senior Action Workshop - Learn about your rights, benefits & entitlements, how to protect your identity, and how to become a community advocate! Fridays, March 7 & 14, 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 25, 12:30-2 p.m. Fee is waived!

Pack-It-Up for Purim food drive – We are putting together a nutritious food package to donate to a food pantry. We will be collecting until March 14th. Please bring your donations to the Co-op City Senior Centers. We are accepting the following: Whole grain cereal or oatmeal, pasta in the box, canned vegetables, rice in the bag, canned fruit juice, dried fruit or granola bars, canned tuna, packages of dried beans, jars of peanut butter, dessert (non-perishables).

Your donations will be greatly appreciated.

Empire Casino – Friday, March 7th - $5.

Pick-ups: Einstein Loop - 10 a.m.; Bartow 10:15 a.m.; Dreiser Loop - 10:30 a.m. Call

to register, 718-320-2066. Waiting list only.

Fairway – Monday, March 10th - $3, 3 hrs. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop – 9 a.m.; Bartow – 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser Loop – 9:30 a.m. Call to register, 718-320-2066.

Wal-Mart – Friday, March 14th, $15.

Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser Loop - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein Loop - 9 a.m. Call to register, 718-320-2066.

Shoprite – Monday, March 17th, $3, 2 hrs. Pickups: Einstein Loop – 9 a.m.; Bartow - 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser Loop – 9:30 a.m. Call to register, 718-320-2066.

Senior Spring Splash - Marina del Rey, Friday, March 28th, $40, 12–4 p.m. Cocktail hour/hors d’oeuvres, 1-2 p.m. Live entertainment. Guests select one of the following from the main menu: Chicken Francese, prime rib of beef, baked filet of salmon, & chef’s vegetarian choice w/iced salad Caprice. Pick-ups: Dreiser - 11 a.m.; Bartow - 11:15 a.m. & Einstein - 11:30 a.m. Call the Bartow office to register, 718-320-2066.

Try Speed Dating! Speed dating is an organized social activity in which people seeking romantic relationships have a series of short conversations with potential partners in order to determine whether there is mutual interest. For persons 60 years or better. Wed., March 12th, 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31, 3 p.m. Call 718-320-2066 to register in advance.

Weight Management Support Group – Monday, March 3rd - 10 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25, facilitated by social workers.

Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. For information: 718-320-2066.

Grandparent Connection – Next grandparent caregiver support group meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 13th, 10:30 a.m. at the teen center in Einstein Loop. For information, you may contact Hattie Lucas, 718-379-0433, Ext. 2139, or 917-734-5935.

Caregiver Support Group – Tuesday, March 4th - 1 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. The group offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Group is facilitated by a social worker. For information: 718-320-2066.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: Our meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, MARCH 10, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A.” Please arrive early to pay, or sign-up, for below “Tour Activities” and your 2014 dues – so that the meeting can begin promptly at 1 p.m.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: AARP Chapter #4997 is planning an Anniversary Celebration – THURSDAY, MAY 29, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. (Cocktail hour, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.) at Eastwood Manor — $70/person.

Contact Stella B. – 718-379-20888 or Delores C. – 718-671-1672 or Room O – 718-320-1946.

NOTE: 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.

2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES March 31 - April 1 – Sands Casino w/a $20 free play & lunch voucher; then to the hotel w/dinner and a show; full buffet breakfast and then to see MOSES at the Millennium Theater; traveling on a Deluxe Motor Coach …$295/double; $285/triple; $345/single (travel insurance to be determined)…contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

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May 21 – The Magic of Motown at Foxwoods’ Fox Theatre — Stroll down memory lane with the Temptations, Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The O’Jays, The Platters and many more…SOLD OUT; WAITING LIST AVAILABLE…$84/pp includes reserved seating, free buffet, $10 slot play, transportation and gratuities….

Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

July 24-25 – Spirit of Baltimore Cruise & lunch w/ shopping at Arrundel Mills Outlet; buffet dinner at the Hotel; buffet breakfast and a 6-hour stay at Maryland Live Casino; traveling on a Deluxe Motor Coach (travel insurance to be determined)…$280 double; $270 triple; $340 single…contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 28 – September 6 – Canada & New England Cruise – Sail on the Royal Caribbean, 10 days/9 nights…Double inside cabin: N-$1,108; outside cabin: I$1,438; Balcony: E-2-$1,738; Balcony: E1-$1,788; Single inside cabin: N-$1,827; Outside cabin: I-$2,487; Balcony E-1$3,187 — $350 deposit will secure earlybird rates... contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors

Happy birthday or Happy Anniversary to all who celebrate in the month of March.

Wednesday, March 5, Bingo game in Room 39. Admission is $2. Time-1:30 p.m.

For members only. Refreshments served.

All members must pay their membership $15 dues for 2014. Please see Mary.

Tuesday, March 25—Going to Mt. Airy Casino. Price is $33. Time is 8:30 a.m. at our usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Tuesday, March 25—Going to Mt. Airy Casino. Price is $33. Time is 8:30 a.m. at our usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Wednesday, April 23—Going to Courtlandt, N.Y. for lunch and show. The Rat Pack. Price for $69. Pick-up at 9 a.m. at our usual 3 bus stops. Also Marilyn Monroe will be singing. All payments must be paid before March 20th.

Menu-Fruit cup, salad, prime rib of beef,

chicken marsala, stuffed filet of Sole, dessert, coffee, tea, soda. Also a complimentary drink.

Monday, June 2—Going to Villa Roma, NY. For luncheon and show. Jersey Boys.

Wonderful music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Price is $79. All payments must be paid before May 15.

Menu-Fruit cup, minestrone soup, half chicken, London Broil or Tilapia, dessert, coffee, tea, soda.

Come to Room 39. We are still having our garage sale. We now have men and women’s clothing at a good price.

All members, don’t forget to pay your yearly dues of $15. See Mary.

For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39. Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or call us at 718-379-9613. Also call Mary at 718-3794899 in the evening. Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

OFFICE: We are open 2 days a week. Monday and Thursday. Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 11 a.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m.

- 11:30 a.m.

FLEA MARKET: We are now selling jewelry; many choices of necklaces and earrings and bracelets. Our soft cov-

ered books are 25¢ each, 5 for $1; hard covered books are 50¢ each. We have walkers for $10 and $15 each.

We are located in Dreiser Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #13, second floor.

—Arlene Rodriquez

We wish a happy birthday or anniversary to all celebrating the month of March.

Tuesday, March 4th, General membership meeting, Room 38 at 1:30 p.m.

Dues are $12 for members, as well as new. There will be no Bingo at this meeting. We are collecting payments which are due for this month on our trips and discussions on future fundraising.

Tuesday, March 11th, Showboat Casino — The cost per person is $33, and receive a bonus slot play of $25.

Don’t forget your coupons for food and slot play sent to you for March by the casino. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. from Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please bring your photo I.D and casino card.

Friday, April 4th, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for a hilarious comedy drama, Busy Body. The cost per person is $78, which includes lunch, show, transportation and gratuities. Entrée choice of Yankee pot roast, fried shrimps, chicken Cordon Bleu, summer herb Cod, chef’s

daily special, baked vegetable lasagna or vegetable kabobs. You have a selection of homemade breads, salad, mashed potato, potato pancakes and, of course, an array of miniature desserts, coffee or tea. Please make your payment by March 28th.

Moses at the Millennium Theatre, Lancaster, Pa., Wednesday, May 14th and Thursday, May 15th. All payments must be made by March 17th. If you haven’t reserved your seat for this trip, there is still a time table before all information on rooms, tickets etc. are made.

For all of the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958, or Lydia at 718-6713005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Please stay safe in this inclement weather. Remember those who are homebound and in nursing homes. Give them a call.

Good health and healings are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

Handicapped Adults Association

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION ATTENTION: The Baychester Branch will be closed from March 6-8, 2014 to facilitate branch improvements. During this period, we encourage you to use the Eastchester Branch at 1385 East Gun Hill Road. We will re-open for regular service on Monday, March 10th.

UPCOMING EVENTS ART FOR A LIFETIME 2014 Presents FREE Theatre Arts Workshops For Mature Adults 55 and older. Registration still open! Workshop Dates: Mondays Feb. 24 Apr. 28, Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Theatre Arts Instructor: Leona Heyward Hull.

WEEKLY EVENTS (Subject to change. Call library to verify) Game On - Every Monday, 3:00 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., Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3:00 Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible) HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

We use our hands to say no, for example, when we are eating and our hostess urges us to have another portion, we may hold up a hand to indicate, “That’s enough, thank you.”

When people press too close to us in a crowded room, we may sometimes put up a hand in a plea for more breathing space. There are times in our lives when we have to say, “Stop!” There are instances when we have to put a halt to things or simply keep our distance from them.

There is a stand that we should take with regard to pornography. In magazines, in movies and on television, we see an exploitation of sex

that is neither artistic nor edifying.

How can we stop this without infringing on the rights of free speech? We can abstain from going to films or watching television programs that pander to the lowest taste.

We can refrain from buying magazines that crudely exploit sex. If we can stop, then pornographers will not produce these things because they only do so for profit. It is simply a matter of supply and demand. If the profit margin diminishes, pornographers will be out of business. “Stay away from that which is crude,” says the Talmud and the tactic is a sound one.

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 candlelighting 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.

Pastors Nancy & Angelo Rosario and the membership invite you to worship with us, or please visit any of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community that are teaching God’s Word. We are located at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic). 718-790-9120.

Schedule: Sunday Worship-Spanish 9:30 a.m.; English Worship 1:15 p.m.; Sunday School 11:30 a.m. Monday 9:30-11:30 a.m. - prayer/reflections; Wed., Prayer 7-8:30 p.m. Office hours: Tues./Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Ms. Veronica Carreras of Bronxworks

will be at 159 Dreiser Loop every Thursday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and in Rm. 10, Dreiser, from 2 p.m.-7 p.m. to assist individuals and businesses with enrollment. You can call for an appt. at 646-629-3245.

Visit our Goodwill Ministry at 163 Dreiser for a free coat and other items. www.rosarioministries.com.

March is Women’s History Month.

We will have speakers every Sunday to speak on the roles of women in the Bible. We encourage you to attend and be blessed.

—Bishop Dr. Nancy Rosario

Church of God’s Children

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place(behind the Lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them.

Tel. for the Synagogue, 1-718-379-6920.

Note: 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, February 28 is at 5:27 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, March 1 at 6:26 p.m.

Coming Events: Saturday, March 1 at 9:00 a.m., please join Rabbi Daniel Kronengold and the congregation in prayer. Be part of the Minyon.

NOTE ***We will not be having Bingo during February and March.

Saturday, March 15 after services at 7:41 reading of the Megillah will commence. Sunday, March 16 the reading of the Megillah will begin at 12:00 p.m. and the Purim Luncheon will be at 1:00 p.m.

The menu will be eggplant parm./spinach

lasagna/ziti/Salmon croquettes/salad/garlic bread, coffee, tea, soda and of course Hamentashen. Cost $18. Space is limited so make your reservations early. Contact Marilyn at 347-449-5005 or mail in your payment to the Synagogue.

Good and Welfare: 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 the office at 1-718-3796920. We can accommodate you.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy and complete recovery in double quick time. Mimi Berlofsky, we wish you a heartfelt get well soon.

Dues for 2014 are due NOW!! Thank you. Wishing all our members health, happiness, peace and prosperity. Your support is always appreciated. Thank you. Shalom.

—Miriam Berlofsky

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

The Men’s Club is looking into running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania the second week of April, details to follow. We hope all our friends will join us on this trip.

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, which is located at 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B, is having its Annual Purim Party and Italian luncheon on Sunday, March 16.

We will start with: The MEGILLAH READING at 12:00 p.m., which will be followed by an Italian luncheon and topped off with HAMANTASCHEN for dessert.

Please call the office (718) 379-6920 or Marilyn at (347) 449-5005 to reserve your seat.

Shalom!

—Bruce Gitelson

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And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose…. Romans 8:28 Spiritual food for thought: We must develop a different attitude towards failure. It is God’s desire that we see failure not from a position of discouragement or hopelessness, but from the perspective that it is an opportunity to make the necessary adjustments and corrections that will produce a different result. Ask God for wisdom and seek to find the sweet spot of the flow of His Spirit.

Are you looking for a new church home or a place where you can give God praise openly and freely? Greater Love is a teaching, preaching, tithing, faith and Bible Way ministry. We believe that anyone can be saved according to our foundational Scripture,

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship with them at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; Tel.: 718-324-0334 or 646-3456707.

Services on Sundays are as follow: Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will start at 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAYS: Youth service begins at 7 p.m. All youth are invited to attend the service and participate in all the activity that are available to them.

Focus: It is imperative that Christians

Greater Love Cathedral United Baptist Church Romans 10:9, “For if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”

Our vision is to change hearts, change minds and change lives by teaching you how to allow the Word of God to transform you by the renewal of your mind one step and one day at a time. When you change your attitude, you can change your altitude!

We are located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475, main entrance - red buzzer. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place. All are welcome to fellowship with us.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday Bible Study: 3:00 p.m. (sharp) to 3:45 p.m.

Lesson for March 2nd - An Eternal

Kingdom – II Samuel 7:41-6 Sunday Praise & Worship: 3:45 p.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Training for Service - A Survey of the Bible: Thursday Evenings, 7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.

Youth Nite (ages 13+) – Every 2nd and 4th Friday at 7 p.m.

KFC Ministry (Kids for Christ), Ages 5-12: Meets Monthly Save the Date: Saturday, March 8th: Kids for Christ (KFC), Ages 5-12, accompanied by parent or sibling, will meet from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Storytelling and “Holy Hands” puppet making is on the agenda.

Please Call or text to RSVP: 917-4762326.

Saturday, March 29th: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Women’s Fellowship.

Pentecostal Tabernacle

maintain a consistent walk which manifests itself in good deeds in the practical areas of life. In business, in the community, and on the job.

Matthew 5; 16 states: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father which is in heaven.

Paul called for all Christians to be subject to authority. If they do not, they will receive damnation or punishment from the civil rulers. Paul continued: Rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? Do that which is good and thou shall have praise of the same: For he is the minister of God to thee for good, but if thou do that which

is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: For he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore, ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. {Romans 13:3-5} Paul further stated: In Ephesians 6:5-6 & V.89 Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of heart, as unto Christ; Not with eye service, as men pleasers, but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the

29 Theme: Too Blessed to Stress. Come out and spend a powerful and uplifting afternoon with your sisters in Christ.

Lunch served.

Special Announcements Food Pantry: We welcome donations of canned goods and non-perishable items. Please bring items to the church.

The pantry will open shortly. However, if you have an urgent need, simply call/text/email and leave your name, callback number and the best time to reach you…917-476-2326 or clandrum82@gmail.com.

Christian Book Drive: Please donate your unused or surplus Bibles, Christian books, Bible dictionaries/encyclopedias & inspirational books to the church library. Call/text 917-476-2326 to arrange a pick-up.

Peace & Blessings!

—Pastor Carol Landrum

heart.

Knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord, weather he be bond or free.

And, ye masters, do the same things unto them forbearing threatening, knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him.

Paul is encouraging the children of God to walk in obedience and in love all the days of their life.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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• 1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700 3/29

Home Improvement

1-800-479-2667 JASON LASH

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

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

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

Grout & Carpet Cleaning e

(except vacuums)

Breath Easy

718.792.2655

1-800-479-2667 Co-op City Resident Specials

Elimin ate Bugs

10/11

CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

EMERGENCY SERVICE

— since 1969 —

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR

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Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS • VACUUM CLEANERS and more. LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person.

718.792.2655

Floors

M & M FLOORS

• ALL MAKES & MODELS • Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners

Fully Insured NYC License #1233497

Sign up for New York State DMV Approved Jackson Drinking Driver Program at your local DMV or call 1-914-356-0463 or 718-496-7286.

Sign up right away!!

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L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

$20 OFF

3/8

DWI Program

DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR

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

Decorator

3/29

EMERGENCY SERVICE

Fully Insured

3/1

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

Call

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair Repair - Upgrade - Trouble-shooting - Data Recovery Virus Removal - Laptop Overheat - Cracked Screen Broken Power Jack. Call James 646-281-4475 • 718-324-4332

www.spoonercleaning.com

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

(718) 379-8782

7/19

Cleaning Service

Appliances Repair

For prompt service call:

1-203-482-6337

4/19

1. CHURCH WORSHIP SPACE AVAILABLE: St. Paul's Episcopal /Anglican Church on 489 St. Paul's Place off Washington Avenue, Bronx, wishes to rent out its Worship space on Saturdays and other week days. The Worship space can also be made available for rent on Sundays after 3pm.

The Church can seat over three hundred people.

2. 7,500 SQUARE FOOT SPACE, comprising a two story attached annex building to St. Paul's Episcopal Church available for rent. The space was used as a Pre-School until June 2012.

If interested, call Father Scott on 914-384-2929 for an appointment.

5/10 •

Cell:

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

Spaces for Rent

SERVICES

Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

Records Wanted

10/11

Please check on your neighbors during bad weather, especially those who are elderly or disabled

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

1-800-479-2667 • Don’t Pay More At Your Local Hardware Store •

We BEAT Any Quote!

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CLASSIFIEDS Locksmith

FAMILY LOCKSMITH Licensed and Bonded

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

Medeco • MultiLock • Wilson

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

3/29

Tutoring Services

S and C Tutoring Services Penn State College Educators

are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that you reach your highest potential.

Areas: Math, Grades 1-6; English/Literary and History, All Grades.

Adults Welcomed: Assist in basic cell phone: texting, email, Instagram.

Reasonable rates. At-home lessons or nearby library.

Call Shamiah at 347-920-6518.

3/1 Volunteers

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