Co-op City Times 04/02/11

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Vol. 46 No. 14

Saturday, April 2, 2011

After a long, harsh winter, spring projects begin

BY BILL STUTTIG After one of the coldest and snowiest winters in recent memory, the hard work of preparing the community for the warm weather ahead has already begun even though the grip of winter’s cold has not quite left us yet.

Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper explained this week that a variety of Riverbay operational departments are working together to not only freshen and clean-up, but also make a series of visual

and physical improvements throughout the complex.

In addition, Riverbay is busy contacting government agencies responsible for the conditions of areas adjacent to Co-op City to ensure that they live up to their responsibilities for these areas at the outset of the spring and throughout the warm weather months.

Cooper said that for many weeks, (Continued on page 4)

A Buildings and Grounds staffer uses a tractor to aerate the soil near Building 17 in preparation for the planting of new grass seeds.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

State supervising agency offers explanation of rent increase process to residents of Co-op City

BY ROZAAN BOONE This week, the state supervising agency for Mitchell-Lama developments such as Co-op City, the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), Office of Housing Operations, issued an overview of the rent increase process so residents can better understand the process through which their monthly maintenance charges may increase.

According to the overview, NYS Private Housing Finance Law (PHFL) provides for Mitchell-Lama rents to be increased periodically, upon application by the housing company, to ensure the financial viability of each housing company, and in accordance with the PHFL, the DHCR Commissioner is required to set rents at the minimum amount sufficient to meet all of the housing company’s financial obligations.

“DHCR’s rent increase process requires the submission every two years (biennially) of a housing company’s operating budget to DHCR to determine whether or not rent revenues are sufficient to meet the housing company’s expenses,” the explanation states.

“If the budget projections point to a shortfall, the housing company can petition DHCR for a rent increase to make up the deficit.”

The line item, biennial budgets submitted

to DHCR by the housing company must conform to a format prescribed by the state agency and takes into account several items: * The revenues of the company; * Its projected operating expenses (management, payroll, repairs, maintenance, taxes, insurance, etc.); * Repayment of mortgage and other debt; * Capital expenditures and reserve provisions; and * The payment of a limited return on equity to the owners (where applicable).

The most current results of operation are shown, along with the projections for the two following years on a line item basis. If the budget shows that the current existing rents, together with all other income of the development, are not sufficient to meet all the financial obligations of the company, the housing company should then submit an application to DHCR for a rent increase.

The rent increase application must include a description of the development and the reason why the owner thinks the increase is needed. The rent increase application must also include the amount of the rent increase being requested by the housing company on a “per-room-per month basis.” The housing (Continued on page 14)

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Petition period ends for potential candidates in 2011 Riverbay Board election; Candidates’ meeting to be held April 12

BY ROZAAN BOONE Thirteen of the fourteen potential candidates who picked up petitions to run in the 2011 Riverbay Board election, which will be held on Wednesday, May 18th, returned their petition packages by the 5 p.m. deadline on Monday, March 28.

The qualifying petitions became available on Monday, March 14 and among the resident shareholders who picked up are three of the five incumbent Directors whose terms expire this year—Emmanuel “Manny” Torres, Eleanor G. Bailey and Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens.

The other potential candidates in this year’s Board election are Frank Belcher, Yolanda Canales Schumann, John Rose, Kenneth Mercer, Sr., Leah Graham, Carmen Howell, Michelle S. Davy, Krystal Serrano, Daryl Johnson and Tony Illis.

With the petition period over this week, non-resident Riverbay staff conducted electronic signature verification on each of the signed petitions. This process was overseen by Michael Munns, Riverbay’s senior attorney;

Director Bill Gordon, Chair of the 2011 Election Committee, and Mary Ahland, Riverbay’s Director of Computer Services.

During the week, based on the results of the signature check, and the criminal background check, the 2011 Election Committee also verified that none of the candidates are indebted to the Riverbay Corporation and are up to date in the payment of their maintenance charges before compiling the final list of candidates.

The official field of candidates will be announced at the Candidate’s Meeting to be held in two weeks on Tuesday, April 12th in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center at 8 p.m.

The listing of official candidates in the 2011 Riverbay Board of Directors election will then be published in the Saturday, April 16th issue of the Co-op City Times.

Once the candidates are certified on Tuesday, April 12, at 8 p.m., the election period will officially begin and the candidates and their supporters may (Continued on page 2)

Spring sales push begins as model apartments open next weekend

BY BILL STUTTIG With Co-op City’s vacancy rate rising slightly over these last few winter months, but still well below industry standards, the Sales Department under new director Sheena McNeill will kick-off its spring marketing campaign next weekend with the opening of new model apartments in Section 5’s Building 34.

“We’re excited and we can’t wait to get started,” said McNeill this week as she and her staff put the finishing touches on new furnishings for the model apartments.

McNeill said this week that one threebedroom and one two-bedroom apartment have been chosen for the models because (Continued on page 5)

A furnished living room for the three bedroom model apartment to be open to the public next weekend.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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Election Petitions begin campaigning.

“I’d like to remind all potential candidates once again this week that there should be no campaigning until the candidates are certified at the Candidates Meeting on Tuesday, April 12 at 8 p.m.,” said Director Gordon.

The 2011 Election Committee, which is co-Chaired by Directors Othelia Jones and Francine Reva Jones, and composed of shareholders Sandra Williams-Jackson, Judith Washington, William Odom and Lillian Whitaker, will diligently monitor all election-related activities.

At the April 12th Candidates’ Meeting, after the official candidates are announced, each candidate or their designee will enter a random drawing to determine the order of their placement on the ballot. The name of each candidate will automatically be rotated on the ballot, as well as in the three election supplements in the Co-op City Times.

At the same meeting, the candidates will be given their election packages from the Co-op City Times explaining the process and outlining the deadlines by which candidates’ statements and ads must be submitted for the three consecutive election issues of the paper which will begin on Saturday, April 30.

In each election issue, Saturday, April 30; Saturday, May 7 and Saturday, May 14, each candidate will be given space in

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the Co-op City Times to place a candidate’s statement outlining their qualifications for the position of Riverbay Board Director and their views on issues facing the community, as well as a free ¼ page ad. The deadlines for these submissions are strictly enforced and candidates are advised to read their election packages very carefully so as not to miss deadlines.

Two official Candidates’ Forums will be held, the first on Wednesday, Wednesday, May 4, 7:30 p.m. in Auditorium B of the Dreiser Center, and the other on Monday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m. in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center.

Following the publication of the final election supplement on May 14, shareholders will cast their votes on Wednesday, May 18 for the candidate(s) of their choice. Once again this year, voting will be conducted by voting machines in building lobbies from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. After the polls close on May 18th, the tallies will be counted after 8 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

A recount, if necessary, will be conducted on Thursday, May 26th.

The final results of the election will be posted in the three community centers the next day and published in the next issue of the Co-op City Times that Saturday, May 28th.

After the results are certified, the

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five top vote getters in this year’s election will be sworn in as new members of the Riverbay Board of Directors on Thursday, June 9th and begin serving their terms.

On election day, Wednesday, May 18, there will be one vote per unit by residents who are shareholders of record as of March 28, 2011.

Last year, the NYC Board of Election confirmed that 5,880 ballots were cast in the Riverbay Board election of which 5,766 were machine votes, 80 stand-by ballots and 34 absentee ballots. 5,056 votes were needed for a quorum in the 2010 Board of Directors election.

The 2011 Election Committee chair said this week that it is very important that shareholders not only attend the two officials Candidates’ Forums that have been scheduled, but also the Candidates’ meetings that are held by individual community groups and building associations in the community centers and association rooms throughout the community and to which all candidates are invited to meet and greet the shareholders whose votes they are soliciting in the Board election.

As a matter of fact, as of this week, eight building associations have responded with their request to host a Candidates’ meeting in their respective building, and others who would like to are urged to do so before the 5 p.m. Monday, April 11 deadline.

“Only one meeting per day will be allowed on a first come, first served basis,” said Director Gordon, “so I urge all those who are considering a Candidates meetings to submit their date and time to us as soon as possible so they can be approved by the Election Committee.”

Director Gordon also stressed to all involved in this year’s election that the 2011 election rules and regulations will be strictly enforced by the Election Committee.

“It is very important that all candidates read their copy of the rules and regulations thoroughly so as to familiarize themselves with what is expected of them,” said Director Gordon. “If anyone needs clarification on any rule, they should feel free to contact the Election Committee in writing, in care of the Riverbay Legal Department, and we will respond expeditiously.

Gordon also said that he hopes shareholders will participate in the election by casting their vote on Wednesday, May 18 for the candidates of their choice.

“It is a very important day for us in Coop City because the folks who are elected to serve on the Riverbay Board will be representing us for the next three years,” said Gordon. “In addition, it is in our best interest to make the quorum so as not to unnecessarily prolong the election which means that it will end up costing us more than budgeted.”

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive 45th Precinct Community Council meeting in Bartow, April 7th The next regular monthly meeting of the 45th Precinct Community Council will be held in Co-op City’s Bartow Community Center, 7 - 9 p.m. on Thurs., April 7. Residents will be given the chance to address their crime and quality of life concerns directly to precinct commanders.

Co-op City scholarship due April 8 The Co-op City Scholarship Committee reminds everyone that the deadline for submitting completed scholarship applications is April 8.

Applications can be picked up at the offices of: Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto (Dreiser Center, Room 12), Congressman Joseph Crowley (Dreiser Center, Room 4), the Riverbay Administrative office (Bartow Center) and from local high school college guidance counselors.

Next Community Board 10 Meeting The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 14, 8 p.m. at Villa Barone Restaurant, 3289 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10461.

M.S. 180 performers raising funds for Smile Train The students at M.S. 180 will be having a 'Talent Showcase' on April 5, in the Truman High School auditorium to raise funds for Smile Train, an organization that helps children born with a cleft to receive the surgery that can change their life! The show is open to the public and will begin at 6 p.m. Admission is a $5 donation to Smile Train. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for April 23 One of the community’s favorite family events, the annual Easter Egg Hunt, will be held from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 23rd on the Section 5 Greenway. The event is presented by the Riverbay Fund, and will include a wide variety of games and activities for children.

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Parks Department responds to Riverbay’s bike path safety concerns

BY BILL STUTTIG Responding to a number of concerns expressed by Riverbay about a bike and walking path proposed to run adjacent to Section 5 and the Hutchinson River Parkway, Bronx Borough Parks Commissioner Hector Aponte wrote a letter to Riverbay defending the project while explaining in writing how concerns are proposed to be addressed.

Aponte responded directly to a letter sent to Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe by Riverbay Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous in which Sajous directly asked about a number of concerns, specifically focusing on the proposed pathway as it will lead underneath the Hutchinson River Bridge and then up a step incline onto the bridge’s pedestrian walkway.

Referring to previous meetings between Parks Department planners and Riverbay and Community Board 10 representatives, Sajous wrote to the Parks Commissioner: “At that time, one of the main concerns was the part of the path that would cross under the parkway overpass from Section 5 (killer curve) and go up the incline behind Bay Plaza Mall. We expressed at that time, that there was a concern for safety for the inexperienced riders and walkers. The area/path is narrow (less than your proposed 10 feet) and the sides slope in from the bridge support. Questions/or concerns about this area: 1. The actual space is less than 10 feet; will you be cutting into the bridge support?

2. Will signs be posted for riders to dismount coming around that corner (it is a blind curve)?

3. Will lighting be added to that area, because it is very dark?”

Sajous continued: “In addition to that major concern, our second main safety issue is the opening and closing of the path from the highway. Many years ago, we had problems with people (youth especially) crossing the highway to get to Bay Plaza.

Questions/or concerns about this area: 1. How are these areas going to be secured?

2. Will there be fencing separating the highway from the path or barriers that people can climb over?

3. There is a ravine that runs along the highway from Einstein Loop to the start of killer curve. Will there be fencing separating the ravine from the highway, from (Continued on page 5)

Annual Income Affidavits

BY LOUIS SALEGNA, CONTROLLER The annual income affidavit process for Co-op City residents is currently underway.

The Income Affidavit and related instructions were mailed out this week to all cooperators required to file (excluded are new residents who moved into Co-op City after December 31, 2010, and those cooperators on the Section 8 Program).

The due date for returning your completed Affidavit, which must be notarized, is April 30, 2011. Currently, surcharges based upon 2009 Income Affidavit forms will expire June 30, 2011. New surcharges will be imposed for the period July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 based upon data taken from your 2010 Income Affidavit form. Please note that it is essential that every cooperator submits their 2010 Income Affidavit in a timely manner. If you filed an application for extension in lieu of a 2010 NYS Tax Return, you are still required to submit your affidavit by April 30, 2011.

Please estimate your income and identify it as “Estimated Income.” File an amended affidavit once you have filed your tax return or you will be subject to the maximum 50% surcharge. Also, please note that Riverbay must be notified in writing with a copy of the extension form.

I n ca ses wh er e th er e a r e t wo sh a r eholder s of a n a pa r tm ent a nd if one of th e sha r eholder s h a s p er m a n ent ly va ca ted t he a pa r t men t, it is imp or t a nt t ha t th e r em a in ing sha r eholder su bm it d ocum ent a tion to R iver ba y C or por a tion a s to wh er e t he va ca t ing sha r eholder cur r en tly r esid es. Accep ta ble d ocum ent a tion cou ld b e (1) d r iver ’s licen se wit h cu r r en t a d dr ess; (2) cop y of th e a pa r t men t lea se; (3) ut ility b ill with cur r en t a d dr ess. If th is docum en ta tion is not sub mit ted with th e

I n come Affidavit , t he incom e a ffid avit will b e r etu r n ed a s in comp lete u nt il t he d ocu ment a t ion is subm it ted . T h e sha r eh old er will b e lia b le for a ll su r cha r ges a ssessed, no cr ed its will b e issued for su r ch a r ges a lr ea dy a ssessed.

Failure to complete and return the Income Affidavit form in a timely manner will result in the maximum surcharge of 50% of your basic carrying charges being levied on July 1, 2011.

You would then be required to pay the 50% surcharge for each month, through the end of the month you finally filed. In no event will credit be given for excess surcharges already assessed as a result of failure, neglect or refusal of the cooperator to file the Income Affidavit on a timely basis. The instructions being mailed with the Income Affidavit form include a cover letter and worksheet which will assist the cooperator in determining whether they are subject to a carrying charge surcharge. Cooperators are advised to read the material very carefully.

As required by State law, copies of Income Affidavit forms will be submitted to the State for verification of income against filed tax return. Cooperators are cautioned, therefore, to make sure that the data provided come from their NY State tax return.

Riverbay staff will hold all-day sessions to assist cooperators in filling out their Income Affidavit form on Tuesday, April 26th and Thursday, April 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 8; Bartow Center, Room 28; and Einstein Center, Room 35. Extra forms will be available at the sessions for those cooperators who do not receive their mailed copy. Notaries will also be present so cooperators can file their completed Income Affidavit form at the sessions.

Any cooperators wishing to have their Income Affidavit form notarized must pres-

ent two (2) forms of identification, one of which must be a picture of the individual.

The affidavit will not be notarized without proper identification.

Completed forms must be returned to Riverbay Corporation by April 30, 2011.

Special boxes have been set up in the CSO Offices at Dreiser and Einstein and the Administration Office Reception area at Bartow Avenue for this purpose. The boxes will be open during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.). An additional box will be available after 5:00 p.m. during the week and all day on weekends at the Bartow Security Office.

Also for your convenience, there will be personnel available at the following locations to assist and/or notarize your income affidavit form: 1. Assemblyman Michael Benedetto’s Office, Dreiser Center, Room 12.

2. Congressman Joseph Crowley’s Office, Dreiser Center, Room 3.

3. Jewish Community Council Office, Dreiser Center, Room 18.

4. Multi-Service, 140 Carver Loop.

Enclosed with the annual income affidavit packet is a letter from Mr. Ron Caesar, Director of Risk Management, regarding the submission of co-op insurance declaration page or certified letter from your insurance broker or company showing that you have the required insurance coverage on your apartment.

Please note that the insurance documentation must be submitted along with your annual income affidavit by no later than April 30, 2011 to avoid the assessment of $150 Community Complaint fine. Any questions regarding the insurance documentation should be addressed to the Risk Management Department at (718) 320-3388.

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Spruce-Up

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managers from the three Cooperator Services Offices have been inspecting their respective areas and reporting conditions that need repairs and spruce-ups through the development.

Riverbay operational departments, including Buildings and Grounds, Maintenance, Construction and Restorations have been coordinating a multi-prong effort to tackle this resulting long list of tasks over the coming two months.

Cooper explained that crews have been and will continue to tackle a variety of clean-ups and repairs in the public areas of each building, including paint touch-up in laundry rooms, compactor rooms, and ash cart rooms. All unwanted refuse is being discarded from these areas, Cooper said, and management is continuing comprehensive cleaning and painting of the areas in the buildings that cooperators don’t see, such as the pump rooms, electrical closets and porters’ rooms.

Repairs are being performed where needed on exhaust fans, lobby convectors and other infrastructure serving the public spaces of each building.

Where needed, Cooper said, signage will be changed and upgraded for both the interior and exterior of the buildings and community centers.

On the outside, Buildings and Grounds staff have begun working to prepare the grounds, including clearing gardens of debris and preparing for the new planting season in the coming weeks.

“Every year, we try to establish new projects or areas we would like to improve,” Cooper said. “This year, special attention will be paid to beautifying the spaces that were formally used as dumpster pads utilizing planter boxes with annuals and flowering shrubbery to highlight these areas. We will place decorative planter boxes at the entrance of the Bartow shopping center as well.

“Restoration of the Dreiser Auditorium is way overdue and even if we do not have the resources today to do major renovation, we can do things like paint or replace ceiling tiles, change drapes, thoroughly clean vents, walls and floors and make repairs to the stage in order to make them more complimentary to the auditorium as a whole,” Cooper added.

Osbourne Pearson of the Buildings and Grounds Department said this week that work has begun on expanding the existing flower beds and identifying space for new gardens featuring a variety of both perennials and annuals. Crews have already begun aerating and tilling soil and treating soil with substances to stimulate growth of flowers and grass while eliminating prevalent weeds and common types of crab grass. Fresh layers of mulch will be applied around trees.

Crews are also removing many of the dead branches left over from the numerous snow, ice and wind storms of this past winter.

Posts and chains which line the grass areas around many of the buildings are being repainted and, where

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needed, posts are being replaced with new ones.

“We do everything we can to beautify the grounds because it enhances the quality of life and makes Co-op City a pleasant place for residents to enjoy the many beautiful days of spring and summer that lie ahead,” Pearson said.

Cooper added that he will see to it that it will not only be Riverbay personnel making sure the community is both beautiful and functional this spring. Cooper, with the help of Councilman Seabrook, has begun calling on the various governmental agencies responsible for the upkeep of the areas immediately surrounding and running through the community to do their part in maintaining the property.

Riverbay has already requested that the Department of Transportation clean the main sewer lines in and around the community, repair drains and re-pitch streets and sidewalks to eliminate, wherever possible, the frequent formation of large pools of stagnant water which, in the warm weather months, become a magnet for mosquitoes and

other potential disease carrying insects and a major inconvenience and safety hazard for pedestrians. He said that areas that are particularly in need of re-pitching include the cul-de-sacs for building clusters 17, 18, and 19 and 12, 13 and 14.

Cooper said that he will, with Councilman Seabrook’s help, work to make sure the Department of Transportation cleans and prepares the street medians in and around the community for planting and then maintain those medians through the summer, keeping the grass and unsightly weeds from growing too high and making the community look unkempt while creating sight line hazards for both drivers and pedestrians. Medians in question include those running the length of Co-op City Boulevard, Bartow Avenue and Baychester Avenue “Curb appeal goes a long way in bringing out beauty and pride in this community and we will be addressing all the factors involved in enhancing the community’s curb appeal from the highway to the river,” Cooper said.

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Greenway Safety the path from the street?”

In answering Sajous’ concerns, which are also concerns expressed by the Community Board 10 Parks Committee at previous meetings dealing with this proposal, Aponte said, “With regard to your inquiries, part of the greenway will run underneath the Hutchinson River Parkway Drawbridge where the sidewalk is currently 8 feet, 6 inches wide with concrete barriers on the roadway side. Parks will be widening this pathway to a standard greenway width of 10 feet by shirting the concrete barriers along and adding a rail to the barrier and raising the sidewalk to meet all necessary, safety standards. Widening the existing pathway will assist in the blind curve but dismount signs can be posted if deemed necessary; Lighting will not be added; there are two existing cobra heads on either side of the drawbridge that will remain.”

In answering concerns about the existing chain link fence, which separates Section 5 from the parkway and the adjacent ravine, Aponte said, “…the existing chain link fence located on the west edge of the service road will remain from where it begins near Hunter Avenue to Einstein Loop. A 4-foot opening will be provided to allow pedestrians/cyclists to enter the greenway. An additional chain link fence will be constructed to overlap the existing fence separating the greenway from the parkway. In the area where the bikeway gets close to 10 feet away from the parkway, a new pre-cast jersey barrier will be constructed adjacent to the parkway for approximately 200 feet. A six-foot chain link fence will

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pick-up north of the jersey barrier. It will run in front of the ravine and next to the newly constructed retaining wall, continuing along Bartow Avenue until it reaches the drawbridge abutment. We will also add new plantings to screen the view of the parkway from greenway riders.”

Sajous said that she and other Riverbay representatives will review Aponte’s response to Riverbay’s concerns along with Community Board 10 to further determine if all the concerns are practically and adequately addressed before deciding whether to voice support for the long-planned project.

Community Board 10’s Parks Committee tabled a vote of the proposed greenway at its meeting in March.

According to Community Board 10 District Manager Ken Kearns, the Hutchinson River Greenway will be further discussed at the next Parks Committee meeting scheduled for the evening of April 11th at the Community Board 10 offices. Sajous and other Riverbay representatives will be invited, along with the public, to attend the meeting and further discuss the project in light of the recent information provided by the Parks Department.

Jesslyn Moser, a spokesperson for the Parks Department, said earlier this year that the Hutchinson River Greenway was conceived as a way to link the existing Pelham Parkway Greenway paths with the Hutchinson River Parkway by using existing paths along I-95 to link with the new proposed paths beginning near Palmer Avenue and continuing along parkway land on the east side of the parkway just to the west of Section 5.

Moser said that the new Greenway running along the Hutchinson River Parkway adjacent to Section 5 will link up across the drawbridge with existing walkways and bridal paths, some of

Sales

which are to be renovated, widened and improved under the plan to allow better and safer use by riders, pedestrians and runners accessing the many natural wonders of the park.

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those are the two types of homes for which there is no longer a waiting list.

Co-op City currently has 81 unassigned, vacant three bedroom apartments and 57 unassigned vacant two bedroom apartments. Only 29 of the one-bedroom apartments are vacant and unassigned, McNeill said, and there is still a waiting list for those homes.

As it has been previously reported elsewhere, Co-op City currently has 289 vacant apartments, but that number though technically accurate, is misleading, McNeill said, because 122 of those homes have been accepted and are awaiting HCR’s approval or finance.

There are currently 167 homes that are currently vacant and unassigned, making for a true vacancy rate of just over 1%, slightly higher than in previous years, but still much below industry standards, especially in this relatively stagnant housing and financing market.

The new models with furnishings from Tri-State will be open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday through June, with the exception of holidays, such as Mother’s

Day and Easter. McNeill said that she and the sales staff are hoping that families and households of the size that qualify for these homes will come to view the furnished homes and get an idea of what Co-op City can offer in terms of spacious homes. Furnishings featured in the model apartments will be available for purchase through TriState (718-823-3400).

In addition to the model apartments, new print advertisements will begin running in a variety of publications including the Daily News, The Chief, El Diario, and the Co-op City Times.

McNeill said that new applicants interested or in need of financing are being pre-qualified at the beginning of the application process to eliminate delays in them taking possession of their home in a timely fashion.

With more stringent lending qualifications required by most banks and financial institutions, McNeill said that beginning the qualification process as early as possible will help cut down on the time it takes for a family to begin life in their new home.

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Letters to the Editor

Co-op City Times Adequate representation

To t h e E dit or : It is appalling and beyond belief that not a single member of our board of directors of more than 55,000 residents in Co-op City had any input or direct representation at HUD

and that negotiations with HUD in Washington, DC were held only with Herbert Freedman and banking interests who stand to make a lot of money from refinancing. The indebtedness tab has quickly zoomed from

$480 million to $540 million, and now “just” another $10 million to $550 million without a blink from a Board that is supposed to be protecting and defending our interests.

—Sa lly Kya -H ill

Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community.

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Derek Alger Director of Communications

Rozaan Boone Editor-in-Chief

Bill Stuttig

Management responds to Ms. Kya-Hill There was no “negotiation” with HUD. Herbert Freedman stands to make no money on any refinance and a refinance will only occur if it is beneficial to the Riverbay Corporation. Co-op City is very large and has enormous capital project needs which are best

paid for with long term financing, not carrying charge increases. Interest rates are down now and management is attempting to take advantage of whatever opportunities are available with the alternative being no refinance and to work with the savings and income from

cogeneration since it is a very cautious loan market.

Believe it or not, at the HUD meeting, they wanted to discuss the rent strike in the 70’s and how do they know it won’t happen again.

—R iver b a y m a n a gem en t

Gloria Wise exec responds to management To t h e E d it or : I write in regards to Management’s letter to me printed in the March 26, 2011 edition of the Co-op City Times. Several quotes from the decision of Judge Raul Cruz regarding eviction proceedings against Gloria Wise Community Center are used and other information cited.

I need to preface my remarks by stating that I am not mobilizing anyone. The parents are fed-up with this situation and have begun their own campaign to get answers from Riverbay regarding the eviction of Gloria Wise from the Yellow School House. This is their right. Many

of these parents are shareholders who have a vested interest in the welfare of their child (ren). This issue is personal to them.

The Yellow School House is an educational facility designed especially for nursery and afterschool programs. The center has four (4) classrooms specifically designed for nursery aged children. All four classrooms are being utilized to capacity from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The center also has two classrooms, a computer room (small classroom) and “mini” auditorium (also used as a classroom). All of these spaces are used from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

at full capacity for the Afterschool Program.

Further, the agency allows other community groups to utilize the center in the evenings and on weekends for programs involving teens, young adults and adults.

Presently, the Girl Scouts meet each Saturday and a new program which instructs children how to be film makers meets in the evenings. All space is fully utilized!

Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. We want a “win win” situation for the community.

—F r ed er ick A. L ewis I I , C O O G lor ia W ise C om m u n it y C en t er

Frankly speaking...

Recognizing that there are parents who rely on the services provided by the Gloria Wise Community Center, two years ago the Riverbay Corporation offered to relocate the center to a space that was more appropriate to its operation, but that offer was flatly refused by Mr. Lewis who opted instead to take his chances in court.

Additionally, while the Gloria Wise Community Center charges the parents fees to provide services to their children, the center has not paid its monthly rent of only $200, which includes utilities, to the Riverbay Corporation, and currently owes the shareholders of Riverbay $116,000 in rent, late charges

and court fees.

In Judge Raul Cruz’s decision after trial, he stated “…evidence submitted by the Community Center itself shows that it is underutilizing the premises, which consists of 11,000 square feet.”

The Judge further wrote: “The evidence presented clearly shows that Respondent is underutilizing the space, is not running all of the programs that in the past existed there, such as program for adults and teens, and that the three programs that are currently being offered are run at substantially less than capacity.”

Now, after trial, Mr. Lewis continues to maintain that the center is being fully utilized and that his agency “allows” other

community groups to use the space for their various program. He neglected, however, to state that he charges those community groups a fee to sublease the space.

The parents who depend on the services of the Gloria Wise Center have every right to be upset about this situation. They also deserve to know that the administrators of the program they depend on did not make good faith decisions to ensure the viability of the program. Further, any decisions about renting additional space to the Gloria Wise Community Center at this time clearly would be predicated upon repayment of the amount owed to the Riverbay Corporation.

—R iver b a y m a na gem en t

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Public Safety Report CCPD takes action against persons caught throwing objects out of windows

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Throwing objects out of the windows of Co-op City apartments is a violation of the lease and is also illegal. Complaints of this nature are taken very seriously by the members of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. When objects are thrown out of windows, a substantial risk of serious injury or death is created. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety utilizes all available resources to make certain that persons caught throwing objects out of the windows of Co-op City buildings are appropriately penalized.

Fireworks thrown from windows or terraces are extremely hazardous and enforcement is heightened for the New Year season.

In the case where the person who actually throws the object out of the window can be identified, that person can be charged with Reckless Endangerment.

Reckless Endangerment occurs when a person engages in conduct which creates a substantial risk of serious physical injury to another person. If there is an injury, the person who threw the object out the window can be charged with Assault. Reckless Endangerment and Assault are serious charges with severe penalties. As in all cases where a Co-op City resident is arrested for actions within the confines of Co-op City a Community Complaint is also issued.

The Community Complaint carries a monetary fine and can be attached to the monthly carrying charges. Repeated violations may result in eviction.

Most commonly in Co-op City, the person who actually throws the object out of the window cannot be specifically identified. However, the apartment where the object came from is identified. In these instances, a Co-op City Community Complaint can be issued to the offending apartment. Throwing objects out of windows is a lease violation therefore the tenant of record can receive a Community Complaint when their apartment is identified as the location an object came from.

The shareholder is responsible for the actions of all family members and guests, therefore the Community Complaint can be issued without the need to identify the specific offender. The Co-op City Community Complaint offers our department an extra level of enforcement in eliminating this very dangerous activity.

Repeated violations result in escalating fines and can result in eviction.

It is important that parents instruct children and teens that throwing objects out the windows is a serious matter.

Parents need to make certain that young children and toddlers do not have access to open windows. Toddlers are fascinated by throwing objects out windows and have been known to empty an entire toy box. Fortunately, no one has ever been

injured when this has happened. Be certain that window guards are installed in any apartment where children under 10 years of age live or visit. Call Riverbay Corporation at (718) 320-3300 if you would like to have window guards installed. Smaller items can still fit out windows with window guards in place, so young children should not be left unsupervised near windows that are even open just a little bit.

Speaking of windows and terraces, this is a reminder that holiday lights left on past January are subject to a Community Complaint. Having holiday lighting on year-round utilizes a tremendous amount of energy. A recent survey of the complex revealed that there are approximately 60 apartments which still have their lights on. These apartments will receive notices advising them to take down the lights or be charged. Residents are not charged separately for electricity so wasted energy is split up between all residents. In the long term, wasting energy will result in rent increases.

This is another situation where the Public Safety Department asks for the help of the public in identifying violators.

If you observe objects being thrown from a window, try to pinpoint the exact window and notify the Department of Public Safety. Use a brightly colored curtain or shade as a landmark. The responding Public Safety Officer can use a floor plan

map and identify the exact apartment. By signing a Community Complaint Affidavit, a complaint can be issued. Your information will not be revealed to the person receiving the complaint. Even if you cannot specifically identify the apartment in question or do not wish to sign an affidavit, it is still a good idea to call Public Safety for informational purposes.

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.

If consuming alcoholic beverages is part of your holiday festivities, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink.

Call a taxi if necessary. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. The consequences of drunk driving are extremely severe.

New legislation in New York State increases the charges and penalties for driving while intoxicated if there is a child in the vehicle. Drunk Driving enforcement is heightened during the holiday season.

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

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Out Of The Ashes, 1911–2011 On Friday, March 25, several cooperators performed with the New York Labor Chorus at the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire Centennial Commemoration in the Cooper Union’s Great Hall. Tribute was being paid to the 146 people, mostly immigrant Jewish and Italian women, 16 to 23 years old, who perished a century ago in a tragic factory fire. The victims had been working in sweatshop conditions, for 14 cents an hour. Before the fateful fire, they had been organizing for shorter hours, a living wage, safer working conditions. They were campaigning, as well, for affordable childcare and cooperative housing. A strike for union recognition had failed and employers had locked the stairwell doors—the only escape route—to make organizing more difficult. After the fire employers claimed that exits were locked to prevent thievery by workers.

The disaster shook the city, and spurred the establishment of unions among New York City’s garment workers. Decades later those unions spearheaded the formation of the United Housing Foundation, which sponsored and built cooperative housing for union members and families.

The high-point of their achievement was Co-op City.

In essence we in Co-op City have inherited the dreams of those young women who perished on that fateful day. Remembering them we should resolve to keep our community affordable for the working people for whom it was built. “ W E T RY TO M AXI M I Z E ” In his defense of steep rent increases for the not-for-profit NAACP daycare center, Herb Freedman stated at a Riverbay Board meeting on November 12, 2010, that Management’s responsibility is

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cylich to earn as much money, within reason, for the housing company as best they can...

We try to maximize. Management cited the same principle when it sought to raise penalties on families who have trouble making timely carrying charge payments, and when it proposed upping the laundry machine costs. That kind of “maximizing” punishes cooperators.

Note the difference in management’s approach to contractors/vendors. Despite fees paid to Riverbay by Coinmach, the vendor who owns and maintains the laundry machines, Co-op City must spend $500,000 annually to provide electricity, gas, hot and cold water to the laundry rooms. The vendor has not upgraded any of the equipment and doesn’t contribute to Riverbay’s increased water and sewer taxes, but its profit rises.

Another example: Management recommends approval of a request by a contractor named Proto for work on terrace and façade repairs. A 30% change order is requested by the vendor citing inflationary pressure over five years. It happens, though, that inflation in the period cited was only 15 percent!

Riverbay is asked to fork over more than a million dollars not based on increased cost to the contractor.

Still another instance: Former director Cleve Taylor discovered, several years ago, that management had contravened several contracts with Colortech, the painting and plastering contractor, whereby, without board approval, management jacked up our

painting cost on behalf of Colortech.

Management’s guiding philosophy, displayed in word and action, appears very different from the spirit that motivated the young Triangle Shirtwaist workers one hundred years ago. The cooperative movement endeavored to stop subsidizing landlords and contractors seeking to “maximize” profits at public expense. A MANAGEMENT COMPANY for our cooperative community is an oxymoron, a contradictory term.

DAY C AR E C E NT E R S AR E E SSE NT I AL SE RVI C E S Co-op City day care centers – meager in number for a community our size, and ignored by government - provide essential services to our young working families.

They should be cherished and protected.

Rent increases recently imposed on them will not solve Riverbay financial problems, but may very well close the centers. One such center has already been forced to close when a Board turned a deaf ear to a desperate appeal for lower rent. Another the Gloria Wise Children’s Center will be evicted in June.

At the last closed Board meeting I called attention to issues of Board non-compliance with several sections of Riverbay By-Laws and a number of Board resolutions.

The By-Laws require, for instance, the Riverbay President and Treasurer to make quarterly reports. None have been made since I came on the Board.

Another section states the Board of Directors by majority vote may declare vacant the office of a director when he (she) has been absent from three (3) consecutive, regularly scheduled meetings... and such absences have not been duly excused. When asked whether a Director in question who

had been absent for more than three consecutive meetings had requested to be excused the President responded that it had been done by phone. Aside from the President’s reply to the question there is no record in Board minutes that those absences had been duly excused.

Riverbay by-laws refer to three committees of the Board: an Audit Committee, an Election Committee, and a Committee on Committees. There is an Audit Committee and an Election Committee, but there is no Committee on Committees, and I find no record that such a committee ever functioned. I therefore drafted a recommendation for the establishment of such a committee with clearly defined responsibilities to put us in compliance with Board Rules, and to promote the valuable work Board Committees can do.

The proposal was not entertained.

Hopefully a future Board will be more receptive. In future Viewpoint columns I’ll discuss other resolutions that are not being complied with where compliance can help the Board be more democratic, transparent and efficient in the governance of Coop City.

Regarding two proposed 3% carrying charge increases within 7 months, almost one-third of our families are Senior Citizens. For the last two years their social security income been frozen and their Medicare contributions have increased.

Their income has, therefore, been weakened. The proposed carrying charge increases can not be considered with a blind “maximizing” eye. Even aside from the human consideration, what economic sense is there in pricing our apartments out of the reach of seniors and other struggling families among us.

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Building 31 Association Joining us at our General meeting held on March 21st was P.O. Edward Rivera from CCPD. He again reminded us of his routine checks ensuring our building security. He advises us to be cognizant of our surroundings at all times entering or leaving the building. He also states when we call security, we should ask for dispatchers’ numbers first, in light of cooperators complaints of rudeness. I think we can all agree that P.O. Rivera is well known to our building as he is regularly seen patrolling here. Thanks P.O. Rivera. Reinforcing the partnership between cooperator and the CCPD, keeping us all safe takes dedication to the cause.

Our building’s Emergency Team with Marty and Roger heading the team along

with our president, Robert, stressed to us the importance of having emergency equipment, i.e., flashlights, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, AM/FM battery operated radio, and a go-bag. An action plan was again shared with everyone in attendance.

Floor Captains are greatly needed in our building for several reasons. Marty who chairs that committee with Sylvia assisting him, will be planning a meeting and ask that anyone interested please watch for the posted notice regarding date and time. Come to that meeting to get the full facts and reason you’re needed to volunteer for this duty. This is our home and the more we can do to keep it safe and clean, the better.

Building 30 Association The Building 30 Association (A & B) is here for you! There is always an advantage to becoming a member of your association. Won’t you please join us and help to make a difference? Be sure to read the Building 30 Bulletin Board located in your lobby to learn of future get together events.

At t en t ion : We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com.

Join the Crochet Club this fall. We meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in our meeting room on the “B” side. Learn how to crochet with Linda. Just think of how grateful your family will be when they receive a beautiful handmade gift that you have made with love.

Her students have progressed very nicely. She has patience and teaches you with feeling. Give it a try! It’s a great way to exercise your mind and fingers. It is stimulating and relaxing too. Throw away the tranquillizers and join in the fun.

C om in g E ven t s: Friday, March 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. Break out your board games and spend a fun evening. Bring your neighbors and friends. Games-Outburst, Scrabble, Monopoly, Checkers, Chess, Backgammon, Dominoes, etc.

We will continue to run our 50/50 raffle at our meetings. Refreshments always follow at the end of the meeting. Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Get involved and make a difference!! We are looking forward to meeting and greeting you at the meetings.

G ood & Welfa r e: Speedy get well wishes to Dorothy Beale and to Monica Moss. See you soon!

M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky —M

Building 32 Association The Executive Board of Building 32 Association wishes to thank our fellow cooperators, their friends, and families for making our first bus trip successful.

Special thanks to Ms. Rose for her contribution of fishcakes, Ms. Viola for her cooking skills in making these marvelous, finger-licking treats, and Mr. Alnaldo for getting our movies running, both coming and going. While not everyone came back wealthier than when they left, it appeared that a good time was had by all. We look forward to hosting another trip in the future, possibly in the summer. Details will appear in both this paper, and throughout our building.

In addition, we hope to host this year’s candidates running for a seat on the Riverbay Board to a forum at our April meeting. Postings for our General Board Meetings can always be found in both lobbies, the laundry room, and adjacent to the basement elevators. The investment of a small piece of your valuable time can have profound effects on your quality of life.

—L or n a Sm it h

Our Crochet and Knitting Circle is in full speed and those ladies are doing their thing. Sarah is the head of this circle and her passion for this art leads her to share her talent with all that attend.

Game night is back and looking for the gamers interested in playing cards or dominos. But if that is not what you want to play, bring your game down. Perhaps there are a few that will try a new game with you.

Movie night has not started back yet but we are trying to get it going again. Do you have any movie suggestions? Let Marilyn know or send an email to bldg31assoc @gmail.com.

Our next meeting, we have invited the

Buildings & Grounds supervisor to speak to us. We hope you will be there ready to ask him questions.

As in all our meetings, we have a 50/50 and this time, Loretta Paul from the A side was the winner. Our door prize was won once again by H. Karvitz from the A side, he seems to be very lucky.

Don’t forget our bus ride to Atlantic City, NJ, the Resorts Casino, April 16th.

There are a few more tickets left at $35 with a $20 rebate from the hotel. We don’t want to leave you, so look for the notice in the lobby with the names of those able to take your reservation. It just might be your time to be lucky.

—M a r ilyn M cDa n iel

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Co-op City CERT-10 Community Preparedness The Allergy Season Has Arrived – Ways to Prepare Sea son a l Aller gy Allergic conditions affect one in six Americans, causing about 50 million allergy suffers nationwide. Allergies are an overreaction of the body’s natural infection-fighting defense system. Although most people will have some problem with allergies or allergic reactions at some point in their lives, the severity for most is minimal. But for many people, the spring and fall seasons of the year are the times when their allergy symptoms reach their peak with what is known as seasonal allergy.

In an allergic reaction, the body’s immune system begins fighting substances (mold, pollen, animal dander, or foods) that are usually harmless.

Seasonal allergies show up at the same time every year, causing rashes, itchy eyes, runny noses, and/or difficulty in breathing. Hay fever is the most common. The best prevention is to begin allergy treatments with your doctor before the season starts.

P r event ive M ea su r es Some preventive steps one can take to relieve or avoid allergic reactions are: • Clean your home and car prior to the allergy season • Know the pollen count in your area • Use the air conditioner in your home and in your car • Take a bath or shower and change your clothes after being outside

Blood Bank Coming April 16th Please Donate; Blood is Urgently Needed The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be holding its bi-annual blood drive in three weeks in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

The blood drive will be held Saturday, April 16, in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days are eligible blood donors. Those above the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that the person may donate. Individuals 16 years of age may donate provided they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org.

New will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood, the difference being that as you donate with the Alyx System, it will separate your blood components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours.

You will be asked at the time of registration which type blood donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate, even those on medications may donate with few exceptions.

Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

Close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day.

Please be a caring person and donate. The life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3409.

“Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better”

• Replace and/or clean convector trays or air conditioner filters • The pollen count is most high in early morning and late afternoon – at these times, if possible, remain indoors.

Allergic reactions range from mild and annoying to sudden and life-threatening. If you have had a severe allergic reaction in the past, you know how frightening it can be. Those with severe allergies should carry an epinephrine dispenser (EPI Pen). A shot of epinephrine can slow down or stop an allergic reaction. Keep it with you at all times and know how to use it correctly.

Some important things to think about before you give yourself a shot: • T h e sh ot d oes n ot r ep la ce t h e n eed t o b e seen b y a doct or. After giving yourself a shot, seek emergency care.

• An epinephrine shot should only be injected into the side of the thigh. Do not give the shot into a buttock or a vein.

• Learn the signs that indicate a sever e a ller gic r ea ct ion. If you feel them coming on, a ct qu ick ly.

• Keep an allergy kit with you at all times: one at home and one at work or school.

• Keep two epinephrine shots in each kit in case a second shot is required.

• Always wear a m ed ica l a ler t b r a celet to let others know about your allergies.

• Teach your family, friends, and co-workers how to give you a shot in case you need help.

If you would you like to join CERT or want more information, please send your questions or request to CERT 10 (CC), 100 Donizetti Place, Bronx, NY 10475.

You can also contact us on the web at info@bxcert10.org.

General information about the CERT program is available at www.nyc.gov/cert or by calling 3-1-1.

—K h a lil Ab d u l-Wa h h a b , Tea m Ch ief

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Building 34 Association The building association is looking for cooperators to become floor captains. We need many eyes and ears to help maintain the highest possible standard for our building.You would also act as a liaison between you neighbors and the association.

There are many quality of life issues in the building. Security has conducted several unannounced sweeps of the staircases

and floors in response to complaints of dogs, drug activity and loiterers. “If you see something, say something.” Notify Public Safety at (718) 320-3050. This will help to keep us all safe.

The laundry room is the responsibility of all. We should show courtesy and respect by not leaving laundry unattended in washers, dryers or the laundry baskets. Laundry

baskets should not be removed from the laundry room. Children should not be allowed to ride in or race with the baskets.

Summer is coming and we need to find ways to keep our children engaged and safe. Remind them of the grafitti problem.

It is not only unsightly, but it will cost their parents a fine if their child is caught.

Do you have any special talents or

skills? Would you like to share this knowledge with your neighbors? If so, e-mail me at lavernes7@aol.com or contact Pauline Warren at( 917) 504-5150.

If there is someone on your floor or in your household who is ill, please make the association aware in order for us to send a get well message.

—L aver ne F loyd

Building 26 Association Happy April’s Fool Day and a very warm welcome to all of our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, and especially our new residents. Happy birthday, wedding, and anniversary wishes to all celebrating during the month of April. Well wishes to the sick and shut in.

Our sincere condolences to all for the loss of a loved one. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

April is here upon us and as a reminder, your annual tax returns are due April 18, and your annual income affidavit is due April 30. Don’t forget to

attach a copy of your home insurance to your income affidavit.

Build in g 26 Associa t ion E lection s Pat Cipollaro and Barbara Skinner are running for President. Election committee members, a meeting is forthcoming.

You will be telephonically notified.

M eet in g Not ice - Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m., in the community room of Building 26B. Please come out and bring a neighbor with your concerns and suggestions for 2011. Refreshments will be served and we’ll have a 50/50 raffle.

H ea lt h y Tip s - Spring is here so get out for a leisurely walk. It will help to strengthen your heart, to clear your head, and it’s very relaxing. As per Channel 2 News, incorporate laughter and dance into your life. Don’t sweat the small things in life. Laughter and dance increases your longevity.

K n it t in g a n d C r och et in g - Come join us for some good company and instruction on knitting and crocheting on Tuesdays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the community room of Building 26B.

Be Con sid er a te - Please do your part in keeping our building clean by properly disposing of your garbage. Take large boxes and other bulk items down to the basement.

Secu r it y - Remember, security starts at home. Ensure you know who you are opening and/or holding lobby doors for.

It’s nice be neighborly, but if you don’t know them, don’t open and/or hold the door. It’s better to be safe than to be sorry!

If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1. The life you save could be your own.

—Yu Von n e L ewis

Building 33 Association On Sunday, a cooperator called to inform me about people letting their garbage fall to the floor in the compactor room. On the eighteen floor, chicken bones and tampons were left on the floor.

When you have an accident and your garbage falls on the floor, go into your apartment and get a broom and pick it up.

Why should I have to pick up your mess?

People, if you pay for something, you want to take care of it, so please, this is where you live, take pride in this building.

The porters work very hard keeping this building clean, so do your part. We do not need to attract roaches and mice into our apartments.

The associations will be running a bus ride to Sugar House casino in

Philadelphia. A date will be selected for June or July.

We want to have a flea market and cake sale or dinners. If you have any suggestions, call me, 718-320-1861.

The Board of Directors elections is coming in May. We will have a discussion about the candidates at our meeting on April 26. Please read all you can on the

candidates running. We need people who care about our concerns.

When we can, I would like to bring up the possibility of term limits. Limits would allow fresh ideas and people who know about contracts and the running of a place as big as Co-op City.

Get well wishes go out to the sick and —P a t r icia Bona p a r t e the shut-in.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association Our CSO Area Manager, Mr. Edgar Perez, and his assistant, Ms. Valerie Hayes, attended our Association meeting on March 24th. Mr. Perez was very open to ideas we had on improving quality of life issues and promised to do his best to assist us in whatever ways he could.

Questions were asked by the members and answered candidly by Mr. Perez and Ms. Hayes such as when the broken sidewalk in Broun Place would be repaired, update on completion of the greenway, etc. The Association thanks both guests for all the information and suggestions they gave us.

We were very happy to see our new neighbors attend and join the Association.

Thanks also to everyone else who braved the chilly weather to join us. We hope you

continue to support your Association.

We continue to pray for everyone that has been impacted by the earthquakes and tsunamis in Japan and elsewhere.

This has been a very difficult time for the Japanese community psychologically as well as physically. The devastation there is beyond belief. So many lives were lost. Donations, water, and non-perishable items are needed and I’m certain would be appreciated by those receiving it. You can contact the Red Cross at www.redcross.org for more information on how to donate. Let’s all pray that everything that can be done is being done to assist this community in becoming stabilized.

The Walking Club “friends” have

risen to five members. As I said at the meeting, initially I’m not committing to walking every day! I’m starting off slowly as any “non-walking or exercise challenged folks would! Smile…I intend to gradually increase my walking as time passes. You still have time to think about it because the weather has not decided whether it is spring or winter!! When it is warmer, we will announce the start date (although some people I know are walking right now).

I am still asking for articles for our “Broun Place News Bulletin.” Please let me know if you have anything you wish to share with us. It can be poems, recipes, jokes or a special event. I would like to have this printed before the end of April.

If you have any complaints regarding repairs or any other issues, please contact Mr. Edgar Perez at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3408 or his assistant, Ms. Valerie Hayes.

Contact Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and 9-1-1 to report any suspicious activities.

Our prayers go out to the sick and homebound. We wish Vera who was recently hospitalized, a very speedy recovery. Congratulations to those celebrating a special event and our condolences to those who have lost loved ones. If you have acknowledgements of any kind that you wish to share with us, please contact Ms. Iris Sanchez or any officer on the Executive Board. You can also email us at brounplaceassoc@hotmail.com.

—M a r j or ie H elm s

Building 24 Association Hi neighbors! We had our meeting for the second time this year! We had an in-house which got all present in a round house internal discussion. Our topics that grew out of this suggestion were: This new Board has had only ONE MEETING since installation in May. The proponents of privatization are trying to convince others that their way is the only way many can survive; and the Board President, who tried to alay our anticipa-

tion of carrying charges increase was sort of shot down by others; AND the topic that is causing AGITA—BUSING. The buses take you every way but the way you want to go. Does these things sound interesting?? It was a letting of pent up emotions that many did not think their thoughts would be heard; even if only by other neighbors. Because you didn’t come down you will have to wait for another “Letting of Frustrations” meet-

ing. (Smile) DUE S: It was asked what does the dues do for the association? If you have been to the meeting room; the room is given to us

by Riverbay BUT, we have to furnish. A1l of our present furnishings are from donations and they are on their last leg. ALSO, our Christmas decorations are not from the Party Store. Because of their exquisite nature, the decorations are first class.

Therefore, dues pay for these things and

others. After all of the above things, we had delicious refreshments and departed for home with a sweet taste in our mouths.

Your turn next time to come down and participate in the meeting. You might learn something and enjoy exchange of ideas and sociability.

For those who are feeling poorly, take care and get well; it is time to spring up with Spring.

—C elest in e W it h ey

Association of Building 14 Cooperators (AB14C) The association thanks Warren Mitchell, Director of Parking Facilities, for updating and hearing the concerns of AB14C cooperators about the garage. Mr. Mitchell shared the following (1) a reminder that the garage waiting list can be viewed online (an audit of reserved spaces is in progress); (2) considerations are being made to switch the access card system to one that affixes a [permanent] sticker to the specific vehicle covered; (3) restrooms have been more accessible; (4) the need for additional cameras is acknowledged; most common thefts are of tires, radios and air bags; and (5) a Suggestion Box may be posted. When speaking of these and other matters, Mitchell reiterated his department’s emphasis on improving customer service, to include evaluating staff interactions

with customers/cooperators and the review of procedures, policies, and systems in terms of their current applicability and purpose.

Mitchell then addressed cooperators concerns, one being the new practice of rotating garage attendants. He advised that the goal was two-fold: to eliminate complacency that could develop from being in one location and to minimize the impact familiarity might have on enforcing garages rules. Essentially, the practice is to make certain that attendants do their job and that garage controls are administered in a fair manner. Cooperators also complained about attendants reading, texting, and actually sleeping, or not even looking up to see who’s coming in or out. Mitchell replied that such behavior is not acceptable. Cooperators should make note of

Our next General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 6th at 1:30 p.m. Dreiser Loop Auditorium.

AT T E NT I O N! Members, we need your full participation. We are recruiting candidates for the RETIREES offices of President, 1st V. President, 2nd V. President, Treasurer, Financial Secretary, Recording Secretary and Correspondence Secretary. We would like all members to strongly consider running for any of these offices. Please complete and sign one of the Nominating Committee‘s NEW Consent forms, which can be found in the box in Clubroom 19. We would like to receive all candidates information before the April 6th General Meeting H O L D T H E DAT E ! Our fun-filled (dining and dancing) SPRING BASH will be held on April 20th, 4-8 p.m.

Price: $20. Tickets are available - See Beverly Waller or Virginia Stewart, Clubroom 19.

T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: JOIN US as we travel to: • Orlando, FL**-May 14th to 22nd (9 days/8 nights). Admission to the Holy Land Experience, visit Hard Rock Casino, admission to an exciting equestrian dinner show, and much more.

Price: $750 double/$990 single. $250 final payment due now.

(Contacts: Eleanora Jones at 718-6715707 and/or Harriet Ford at 718-3790377).

• **Cape Cod, MA** -May 23rd to 27th (5 days/4 nights). Price: $529 double and $619 single. (ATTENTION! Need at least 10 more people to join us or have to cancel!!!)

• Dover, DE and Crab Feast** -Aug. 9-11 (3 days/2 nights). Price: $409 double and $499 single. $100 deposit required. (checks/money orders-Payable to: RETIREES of DREISER LOOP).

Contacts: **Dolores Shivers at 917-282-

these occurrences and report them to the Parking Facilities Department (some cooperators have even taken pictures). For garage emergencies or problems that need immediate attention, cooperators can request to speak with a Garage Supervisor during any of the shifts.

Lastly, with regard to the Casals Place side of the garage, Mitchell was asked to extend the handrail closer to the building, to find out if there is some coating to minimize the ice that develops on the handrail during icy conditions, and to recognize that the risk, hence potential lawsuits, associated with cooperator slips and falls (of which there have been many on this walkway) should place it among priority sites for 5 a.m. de-icing.

Two General Business matters: (1) The proposed family outing to Holiday Hill has

been scrapped due to anticipated low cooperator interest. (2) Following an updated report and discussion, a motion was made and seconded to sponsor a Community Shredding event in mid/late April. The event theme celebrates protection of the Environment (Earth Day/Month) with protection against Identity Theft (March is Fraud Prevention Month). A committee was formed and met this week to begin working on event logistics. More volunteers are needed to help with publicity, coordination with partners, set-up, etc. prior to and on the day of the event. Here’s a chance to make your contribution to protecting and saving Mother Earth!

Questions, suggestions and comments can be e-mailed to jdfergie31@gmail.com or call 917.612.1951.

—J osep h in e D. F er gu son

Retirees of Dreiser Loop 0320 and/or Beverly James at 718-3790377.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : Come with us to see the following Lehman Center Shows (all start at 8:00 p.m.): *Sat., April 9th, *The Temptations and Marvelettes; Price: $54. *Sat., May 21, *Johnny Mathis; Price - $82. *Sat., June 25th, *Michael Jackson Tribute; Price - $51. *Sat., July 23rd Spirit Cruise, NY Luncheon; Price - $65. *Date (? tbd) Broadway Theatre, see “ Sister Act;“ Price: $86 (sign up with full payment) Not e: A 50% deposit is required when not paid in full. (See Committee members on Thursdays after 3 p.m., Clubroom 19).

The van will be waiting on Dreiser Loop, across from the deli at 6:45 p.m. for the Lehman Center performances. (Prices

include transportation).

G O O D AND W E L FAR E : We support all of our members on the mend and send warm and bright wishes for a speedy recovery, and a subsequent long and healthy life.

Contact Elinor Gordon at (718) 3798755 regarding illnesses and bereavements.

RETIREES and friends, our Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) continues to be available for your weekday (except Wednesdays) socializing pleasure.

Members, do you know someone who has a clean CDL license, 2 years driving experience, and maintenance procedures? If so, please let him/her know that the RETIREES needs a PIT van driver 23 times/month, and would like their assistance. For more information, call Ms. V. Stewart at 718-379-0377.

Good health and good fortune to all!

—C la u d et t e Da vis

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National Council of Negro Women Come out & join us at our next General Membership meeting, Sunday, April 10, 3:00 p.m. at Dreiser Center, Room 11.

Greater New Orleans Section of NCNW presents “Mad Hatters” Recognition Luncheon Tribute to Dr. Dorothy I. Height, Saturday, April 16, 2:30 p.m. at La Maison Creole, 1605 8th Street, Harvey, Louisiana.

Tickets - $40. For tickets and information, contact Tracey Rollins, 504-650-0957, or traceyrollons@bellsouth.net.

R ecogn ition R a ffle…please call 718320-2366 to schedule time to meet and collect your raffle money.

Fundraising Committee will be meeting on Monday, April 4, 10:00 a.m., Room 14,

Dreiser Community Center.

Friends/Family, remember to wear RED on April 4th for a National Day of Action.

April 4th commemorates the anniversary of the death of Martin Luther King, Jr. Two of our sisters are grieving for members of their families that they had just lost.

Barbara Smith lost her cousin and her sister-

in-law. Sadie Gilmore lost her sister. Please reach out in sympathy to our members when they return home.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-671 3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday, April members.

—Maxine Sullivan

Building 27 Association Our last meeting on March 24th was a very enthusiastic one. After our usual minutes and financial reports, Ms. Andrea Leslie made her presentation on affordable housing. She admitted that she and a minority on the Board are not in full agreement with Riverbay Management. They hold the opinion that Management is not transparent and does not give full disclosure. She insisted that we must have a contingency fund but that millions had been spent without sufficient input from the community. She explained that affordable housing means many things but basically it means that

people in median income status can carry the necessary charges. This requires that Management has to properly control flow of funds received and spent. She thinks there are many advantages and security to being in the Mitchell-Lama program. There is concern that if we opt out of the program, we could lose SCRIE and DRIE advantages. She is convinced that there is not enough information from the Board.

They have not called for open meetings as required by their directives. One way to counteract this deficiency is for us to scream and shout about this lack of shar-

ing from the Board. Her associate Bernie Cylich joined her later and is in agreement with her views on affordable housing. We still have to get more information from those on the other side of this issue.

After the presentation, we opened discussion from the floor regarding the proposal for a “FREECYCLE” night. After a brief explanation of how it works, we decided to try it on the night of April 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room.

Any items you have for this FREECYCLE can be brought to the room starting at 6:00 p.m. We also accepted the pro-

posal to try a game night on May 20th at 7:00 p.m.

Remember, our day for collection of annual Association dues will be from 4:00 till 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 8th.

Collection will be made in the lobby and all are encouraged to contribute this small amount of $50 per apartment.

Thanks to our former Lobby Attendant Claudia for her many years of kind service to all residents and welcome to our new Attendant.

As usual, we ended the night with a 50/50 raffle and refreshments.

—Don Doherty

Building 13 Association Building 13 Association is adopting a 'Zero Tolerance' for graffiti.

Do not participate in it, do not encourage it, but report it to Riverbay.

The Annual Income Affidavits are due April 30. Don't forget to send yours in on time.

We welcome back Mr. Joe Boiko, Riverbay Ombudsman. Take good care of yourself, Joe. We are collecting Building Association dues. (See lobby for dates and times).

ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW EXHIBITION/FUNDRAISER will be on April 23, 12 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Writing Workshop-Wednesdays, May 4th, May 11th, May 18th & May 25th; Youth - 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Adults 7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Come and share your thoughts on various topics writing prose or poetry. OPEN MIC Night Fundraiser – Entertainment tentatively scheduled for June; Date to be announced. Event to be filmed for viewing on Bronxnet. So get your poetry, prose and raps together and register for the event. Details to come.

For information, contact Bldg. 13 Assoc. Inc. Social Committee: Leslie Peterson, 718-320-1370; Gail Sharbaan,

718-671-3801.

We remind Building 13 Association drivers/passengers that SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES. Always buckle up. "It is not an option, it is the law."

Please avoid texting while driving.

Remember to observe speed limit and STOP for yellow school bus with flashing red lights.

Obey the following quality-of-life regulations: a) NO DOG is allowed in the apartment; b) NO LOITERING in the lobby and on the stairways.

c) NO SELLING in the lobby. Period. d) NO VANDALIZING the stairs and the elevators.

Unannounced police sweeps are conducted day and night to enforce these rules.

Report any criminal activities to Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 320-3050 and/or the 45th Precinct at (718) 8225411.

For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1.

For traffic updates, call 5-1-1.

"If you see something, say something."

—Olu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Building 25 Association At our next Association meeting on Tuesday, April 19, at 7:30 p.m., we will have as our guest Mr. Eugene Hawkins, who operates The Family Fitness Center

located in Section 5.

Congratulations to our cooperators, Alisa McCluney and Kevin Scott, Sr., whose daughter, Nijeé, was honored in the

Co-op City Times dated March 19, page #18, for her basketball skills at Morrisville State College, where she is a freshman.

Our sincere condolences to all for the loss

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company is also required to submit detailed projections showing an insufficiency in income in support of its rent increase application.

Once received, DHCR staff reviews the application and projections and formulates the agency’s own preliminary two-year projections. If DHCR’s preliminary projections differ from the housing company’s projections, DHCR may choose to accept the housing company’s projection or propose a different rent increase amount.

However, before any final decision is made on the proposed rent increase, residents of the development are served with notice of the increase, along with the housing company’s application NEW YO RK STATE DI VI SIO N O F H OUSI NG & COM M UNI TY RENEWAL O FFI CE O F H OUSI NG OPE RATIO NS Over view of M IT CHE LL-L AM A R ENT INC REASE PROC ESS BAC KG ROUND O F M IT CHE LL-LAM A R ENT I NC REASE PRO CESS The NYS Private Housing Finance Law (PHFL) provides that Mitchell-Lama rents may be increased from time to time, upon application by the housing company, in order to ensure the financial viability of each housing company. In accordance with the PHFL, the DHCR Commissioner is required to set rents at the minimum amount sufficient to meet all of the housing company's financial obligations.

DHCR's rent increase process requires the submission every two years (biennially) of a housing company's operating budget to DHCR to determine whether or not rent revenues are sufficient to meet the housing company's expenses. If the budget projections point to a shortfall, the housing company can petition DHCR for a rent increase to make up the deficit.

BUDGET DHCR regulations require that, every two years, MitchellLama housing companies must prepare a two year, line item budget in a format prescribed by DHCR. The budget takes the following items into account: • The revenues of the company; • Its projected operating expenses (management, payroll, repairs, maintenance, taxes, insurance, etc.); • Repayment of the mortgage and other debt; • Capital expenditures and reserve provisions; and • The payment of a limited return on equity to the owners (where applicable).

The latest actual results of operation are shown along with the projections for the two ensuing years on a line item basis. If the budget shows that the current existing rents, together with all other income of the development, are not sufficient to meet all the financial obligations of the company, the owners should submit an application to DHCR for a rent increase.

R ENT INCRE ASE APPLI CAT IO N The rent increase application includes a narrative describing the development and states the reason why the owner thinks the increase is needed and shows the amount of the rent increase being requested by the housing company on a per-room-per month basis. The detailed projections showing an insufficiency in income is submitted in support of the application.

DHCR staff reviews the application and projections and formulates DHCR's preliminary two-year projections. If DHCR's preliminary projections differ from the housing company's projections, DHCR may accept the housing company's projection or propose a different rent increase amount.

PUBL IC COMMENTS PER IOD & FI NAL DE CISION Before any final decision is made on the increase, notice of the increase, together with the housing company's application and projections, and DHCR's preliminary projections are served on the residents. The residents are given an opportunity to review the application and projections (including DHCR's preliminary projections) and submit comments in writing to DHCR. After the conclusion of the comment period, for cooperatives and rentals, a meeting is scheduled during which the residents and their representatives have an opportunity to discuss the proposed rent increase with representatives of the housing company and DHCR. The notice of potential rent increase establishes the 30-day comment deadline, time and place of the meeting.

DHCR staff completes a final review of the entire record (including comments received and any updated financial information) and prepare summary memoranda and analyses including, where needed, revisions to the preliminary schedules.

DHCR accountants and housing management representative(s), supervisors and management-level staff meet with the Assistant and Deputy Commissioners to review each application and arrive at a decision on the final disposition of the application. At this meeting, all aspects of the record assembled are discussed, including the impact of the proposed increase on the residents as well as conditions at the development prior to implementation of the rent increase.

The DHCR Commissioner's Order is issued stating the amount of the rent increase approved and is served on all the residents.

and projections, and DHCR’s preliminary projections. Residents are then given an opportunity to review the application and projections (both the housing company’s and DHCR’s) and to submit written comments to DHCR. At the conclusion of the 30-day comment period, a rent increase conference (meeting) is scheduled where the residents and their representatives are able to discuss the proposed rent increase with representatives of the housing company and DHCR. The notice of potential rent increase served on residents establishes the comment deadline, and the time and place of such a meeting.

“Once a conference date has been established, it will be publicized in the Co-op City Times and shareholders are encouraged to attend,” said Denise Snyder, Housing and Community Renewal Manager I of the New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). “Those who are unable to attend will have the opportunity to give a written comment.”

In addition to being published in the Co-op City Times, the information on the rent increase conference, if one is called, will also be posted in the residential buildings.

Following the comment period and the rent increase conference among residents, the housing company’s representatives

and DHCR, DHCR staff will conduct a final review of the entire record (including comments received from residents and any updated financial information) and prepare summary memoranda and analyses including revisions, where needed, to the preliminary schedules.

Following this, DHCR accountants and housing management representative(s), supervisors and management-level staff will meet with the Assistant and Deputy Commissioners to review the housing company’s application and arrive at a final rent increase determination. At this juncture, all aspects of the record assembled are discussed, including the impact of the proposed rent increase on the residents, as well as conditions at the development prior to implementation of the rent increase.

Finally, the DHCR Commissioner will issue his Order which states the amount of the rent increase that the agency approved.

That order is served on all residents of the housing company.

Co-op City’s DHCR representatives pointed out that seniors may be eligible for SCRIE (Senior Citizens Rent Increase Exemption) and those who qualify or those who are currently on SCRIE or DRIE (Disability Rent Increase Exemption) may be minimally affected by any rent increase that is imposed. More information on these programs can be obtained by calling 3-1-1.

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Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Yesterday’s meeting of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP opened opportunities for you to sign on to make a difference in our community. Great energy was in the air inspired by our guest, Ms. Karen Blanding, 2nd Vice President, NY State Branch of the NAACP. The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP thanks her for sharing her knowledge and ideas. Committee projects will surely reflect her ideas. The next meeting is on Sunday, April 17th so as not to conflict with Easter Sunday, April 24th. Again, please be on the lookout for notification in coming press releases for a location change. Member positions on committees are available. The Youth Committee is of particular importance and requires a supervisor who must be

approved by NAACP New York State advisors. It is very important to get this committee underway here in Co-op City. Become a member and a community volunteer. You will achieve great satisfaction. Committees include Youth, Health, Civic Engagement, Education and Freedom Fund.

Last week, the historical reflection began with the story of Homer Plessy, Plessy vs.

Ferguson and how “separate but equal” laws evolved. Sixty years later, William Rehnquist, future conservative Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court wrote, “A Random Thought on the Segregation Cases” supporting segregation and prompting outrage. NAACP Litigation Director, Charles Hamilton Houston, known as “the architect

of the Civil Rights Movement” and “The Man Who Killed Jim Crow,” was involved in its defeat and five other NAACP civil rights cases tried before the Supreme Court between 1930 and 1948. Mr. Houston was a mentor to Chief Justice Thurgood Marshall, a young NAACP member of the NAACP Legal Defense Branch, the two took on the law and embedded cultural law to prove separate is not equal. The actions and reactions to their work ignited the country where a very young organizer and minister, Dr. Martin Luther King came to the front lines of the fight for equality by law. Monday, April 4th we remember the sad anniversary of his assassination. The NAACP is honoring his memory with a membership drive for the 4th

of April. Come join us and together in Co-op City we will build this NAACP Chapter. If you have any questions, please call 1-718671-7856 and visit the newly redesigned website: http://action.naacp.org/. Remember, NAACP membership comes to students for $15 and adults $30 with the respected quarterly, “The Crisis” coming as an additional resource.

We are keeping the people of Japan and Libya, particularly, in our prayers. Safely donate to the International Red Cross or UNICEF to channel aide to the needy. This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves. Come back to this article for news on coming events.

—Eva L aza a r

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, April 5, at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.

The Coalition continues to plan activities that will enhance the quality of life in our community. Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Patricia Bonaparte is the President of the Coalition.

Phone number, 1-718-320-1861.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators and providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Faith @ Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman

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

Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writ-

ing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president.

Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

R em em b er t h e C oa lit ion m ot t o is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.”

—H a r m a n T. L ea cock

Please submit your articles for clubs and organizations 24/7 via email to: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

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Black Forum Defensive Driving Our defensive driving course will be back on Saturday, April 16, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Please mail check in the amount of $35 to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. All money must be received at least one week prior to the class. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash.

Upcoming events The Million Kids March 2011 will be on Saturday, May 7. The bus will be leaving from the Dreiser Community Center, 7 a.m. For tickets/information, call (718) 320-8035 or (718) 825-9750.

There will be a Saturday Gospel Brunch on Saturday, April 2, Dreiser Auditorium A., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For further information, call (718) 320-8035 or (718)

825-9750.

Black Forum Aerobics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call us at (718) 320-8035. There is a nominal fee for each of these classes.

Advanced Aerobics classes This is an advanced aerobics class for men and women which will begin soon.

This is not for the light hearted, but for those who are serious about getting in shape.

Activities include exercise, health awareness classes and open discussions. Einstein and Dreiser Community Centers. Call to register today, (718) 320-8035, or email us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Other classes being formed are Tai Chi, Salsa, Belly Dancing and Children’s dance classes. Sign up today.

The Zodiacs are being blessed so often, our children and staff have had non-stop activities. On February 26, we competed in the Potomac Valley Association 14 and Under National Age-Group Invitational in Prince Georges Sports & Learn Complex, Landover, MD. Some of the best 14 and under athletes in the country were there. Zodiacs represented New York well. Our medal winners were Giovanna Tolbert. Winning 2 medals, she took 2nd in the 1600 Meter and 4th in the 800 meter Bantam Girls race. Shawneese Walker shocked herself with a 3rd place medal in the Youth Girls 55 Meter Hurdles. Richard Anderson, Jr. sprinted his way into the finals and won a medal in the Midget Boys 55 Meter Dash. Hugh Fraser continues to be one of the country’s top athlete with 2 medals in the 1600 Meter and 800 Meter Run Youth Boys Run. After competing in the national meet in Maryland, we traveled to Toms River, N.J. for the 2011 Northeast Zone Championship at the John Bennett Indoor Complex, where we met the rest of the team. On a short night of sleep, our children won 19 medals. The most exciting events of the day were the 4x200 Meter Relay Race. Three relay teams won Gold Medals in their division—Bantam Girls, (Jaelah Eargle, Jacqueline Kendall,

Kendra Todd and Giovanna Tolbert); Bantam Boys (Jordan Samuels, Kuran Scott, Adrian Swift-Henry, and Kendal Todd), and Midget Girls, (Dominique Jackson, Kayla Johnson, Olivia Morgan and Sukanya Wade). Here is a name that you will be hearing for many years, Julian Coley. Seven year old Julian took 2nd in the 55 Meter Dash and 3rd in the 200 Meter Dash Sub-Bantam Boys Race.

On Saturday, March 19th, Zodiacs held their annual Banquet. The Parent Committee put together one of the best banquets we’ve had. Plenty of food and many awards were given. We acknowledge City News and Coop City Times for publishing our activities and accomplishments. They do an outstanding job informing the community. We also acknowledge Riverbay Board Director Eleanor Bailey for many years of her support for our youth and the Zodiacs Track Team.

Ms. Bailey had a vision to have a 5K race in Co-op City. She put her faith in the Zodiacs to organize the event and make her vision a reality. The event was a great success and raised much needed funds for the Riverbay Fund and the Zodiacs Track Team.

Hopefully, we can have the event again this year. Thank you, Ms. Bailey, for having a voice for our Youth.

Bla ck For u m ’s Lyons M a n e Tr a ck C lu b Try-outs are ongoing Mondays and Wednesdays, Dreiser Auditorium. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, please call (718) 320-8035.

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

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

New email address The Black Forum has a new email address, coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

For membership applications, inquiries or to join the Black Forum, you may call anytime and leave a message or email us.

We Need You - Join Us Today Now is the time for us to get involved.

Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony I llis

Zodiacs Track Club

(L-R) are co-President Winston Dinkins; Most Improved Boy Shem Spencer; Most Improved Girl Aaliyah Wajid; Coach Cherry; MVP Boy Michael Hall; President Thomas Francis; MVP Girl Andrea Anmorosa and Coach Belinda.

If you have or know of any children between the ages of 6 and 16, who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact us.

Please continue to help us advance our children by sending a tax deductible donation to the Zodiacs Track Foundation at P.O. Box

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For additional information, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060 or co-President Winston Dinkins at 914-4416196, email WATCLT@AOL.COM or visit our website, ZODIACSTRACK.ORG. —Win st on Dink ins

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African-American Association H olist ic We lln ess Sem in a r – The Association has designated the month of April as “Holistic Wellness Month” and will present its Seventh Annual Health & Wellness Seminar on Saturday, April 9th, 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 4. In attendance will be Brother Junior Jawara Blake, 93.5 FM radio host of “Health is Here,” and “Meeting in the Afrikan Village Square,” owner of the health food store, Vegan’s Delight. Sister Norma Jean Barnes will discuss and demonstrate the health benefits of belly dancing. Representatives from Life Spring Rejuvenation Center will perform Iridology, Reflexology, PH testing, colon health, back massage and more.

Refreshments. This is a free event.

The following are programs sponsored by the Association and you are encouraged to participate:

C om pu t er C la sses – Learn all there is to know about Microsoft Word, the Internet, Email, Facebook, Skype, and much more.

Classes are tailored to your needs. Bring your laptop and $5. Members get one FREE class.

The next classes: Monday, April 4 & 19, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3795555.

C u b Scou t s Pa ck – The next Pack meetings: Thursday, April 7th & 21st, 6:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 4. Call 718-379-5555.

J ob /E n t r ep r en eu r ia l P r ogr a m - Our mission is to help anyone who wants to work and is seeking a job. The next meeting: Thursday, April 7th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-320-1424.

E d uca t ion – The Communiversity of African-Centered Education will meet on Tuesday, April 12th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to discuss excerpts from

“Civilization or Barbarism” by Cheikh Anta Diop. Call 718-379-5555.

Belly Dan ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This is a fun and healthy way to stay in shape. Call 646281-4570.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C lasses – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call 718-671-8364.

L ib ya – On March 25th, members of the Association attended a meeting called by the December 12th Movement International Secretariat and Coalition in Defense of Libya and Africa. The discussion revealed that the fifty-four country African Union denounced the attack on Libya as a violation of Africa’s sovereignty and that the U.S., Britain and France want to control Libyan oil. It was decided that we should write to President Obama to insist that the U.S. cease the

attacks on Libya and that we would also “Rally for Africa” at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations. This organization is fighting for a unified Pan-African foreign policy in defense of African people. For more information, call 718-398-1766.

G ener a l M em b er ship M eet ing – The general membership meeting: Saturday, April 9th, 4:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 4. We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $7.50 for a single membership and $12.50 for families (thru August 31st) to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—F r an cin e R eva J ones

American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 is located in Section #5, 135 Einstein Loop, Community Center Room 41 on the 2nd floor. Our phone number is 718320-8165. If you have a computer, you can also reach us by using our e-mail address: post1871@optimum.net.

Post 1871 has a new website for all Post members, www.mylegion.org. You must register to open this website. The only people who can change this information are the Commander and the Adjutant of the Post.

Greetings to all our comrades who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home. Our minds and hearts are with you each and every day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy birthday to all our comrades who have a birth-

day in the month of April—David S. Carter, Eli S. Alvarado, Clyde H. Massiah, David B. Dixon, Artie A. Jordon, Clarence N. Kennely, Constance L. Greene, David Fuller, Edwin M. Martinez, Juliana M. Oliver, Manson Grant, Jr., James C. Wells, John H. Irving, Leon D. Jernigan, Jerome L. Rice, Julian Pitts, Santiago Rodriguez, Jr. and Charles Gregory.

The U.S. Army will start to receive new helmets. They are called the Advanced Combat Helmet and they are made off Aramid fabric.

The new helmets are able to stop a 9mm round at close range, riffle bullets from longer ranges, and weigh only 2.93 pounds to 3.77 pounds, depending on the size of the helmet. They cost $325; yes, our tax money. And another thing on

the U.S. Army list are new boots for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan which are called the Belleville 950 boots. They are much lighter than the old ones and about 1-4 ounces lighter, depending on the size of the boot. The color of these boot are olive. The troops will have them this spring. The Army has 25,000 pairs of boots for our troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. Only soldiers assigned to dismounted missions in Operation Enduring Freedom will receive them.

All members of the Post are required to recruit a new member into the Post to increase our strength and for the good of the Post.

The trip to Washington, D.C. is on Saturday, June 25. The cost is $85 per person. This is a

one-day trip with an outstanding meal included.

All monies must be in by April 15th.

• On April 15th, Friday, the National Department will have their dinner in Queens at Antun’s. The cost is $60 per person. All Post members are welcome to attend this affair. If you never attended this dinner before, you should make an effort to make it. Any Post members who have raffle money, please turn your money in and if you need more raffles, ask someone at the Post.

Welcome aboard to all the new Post members.

This information was provided to you by your Post information officer.

—Richa r d I . Lawson, J r.

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds Com e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org.

Sunday Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible

studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m.

We also have a children’s service during the English service.

Neos Pr ogr am s – The teens, tweens and children’s programs every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the church, ages 5 & up. We also have for girls & boys liturgical dancing, ages 5 to 12, 8 p.m. on Fridays. Every last Friday night is pizza and movie night at 8 p.m. at the church.

C r escen d o C h r ist ia n M u sic School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion (drums, congas, etc.), voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Thursday, 2 p.m.

– 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are avail-

able. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages welcome. Registration is free and rates are affordable.

Aft er School P r ogr am – In Room 43 of Einstein Community Center is a safe environment, where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have some fun, please call (718) 671-1033.

Flea M a r ket is Coming – Our annual flea market will be on Saturday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call Pauline, (718) 320-1552 (evenings between 5 p.m. & 8 p.m. only); Priscilla, (347) 449-6555 (If no answer, leave message) or Barbara, (347) 603-7473 (If no answer, leave message) for a spot. Spots are $30 and $5 for a table.

La nca st er , Pa . Tr ip – We are going to Lancaster on September 30 to October 1. The trip will consist of shopping at Rockville Square Outlets, Dutch Apple Dinner Theater to see “I Love a Piano,” staying at the Heritage Hotel, breakfast at the hotel and going to Birdin-Hand Farmers Markets and luncheon at Shady Maple Smorgasbord. Travel by deluxe coach. Cost is $237 per person double occupancy; $295 single occupancy; $229 for triple occupancy; $165, children 13 to 1, 8 and $133, children 12 and under. Deposits must be paid

by April 30th. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 to find out more and make your reservation. If no answer, please leave a message.

—Rev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-Plaud

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

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

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

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

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

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

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• 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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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 8629172.

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

T H E F O L L OW I NG P RO GR AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L OO P NO RT H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

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

Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” Every Friday (except 4th Friday), 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

OT HE R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: To all fellow Crafters, the next session of the DORCAS CRAFT MINISTRY is scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd at 12 p.m. at the Annex. A nominal fee of $5 each.

During the Sunday School hour on Sunday, April 3rd at 9:00 a.m., the Sunday School Program “A Pageant of Victory,” will be presented.

Saturday, April 9th – Nurses Ministry’ Annual Shopping Spree to Reading, Pa. (Vanity Fair and Burlington Outlets). Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City).

Donation: $43. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754.

O BSE RVANC E OF T H E 42ND ANNI VE R SARY OF C O M M UNI T Y

P ROT E STANT C HUR C H On Palm Sunday, April 17th, 11:00 a.m.

– It is our great pleasure to invite you to share with us as we celebrate our 42nd Church Anniversary and thank God for where he has brought us from.

H O LY W E E K SE RVI C E S - AL L AR E W E L C O M E Thursday, April 21st , 7:30 p.m. – Maundy Thursday Service Friday, April 22nd, 12:00 p.m. - Good Friday Service April 24th, RESURRECTION SUNDAY (EASTER SUNDAY) Saturday, May 7th, 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.

-The South Carolina Committee Dance in Celebration of Mother’s Day at the Dreiser Community Center in Co-op City. Music provided by DJ Parallel. Dress to impress.

Ticket: $20 (in advance); $25 (at the door).

For tickets and/or additional information, call: (718) 379-8514; (718) 671-0425; (718) 671-5493 or (718) 671-0231.

CPC Tours sponsors a phenomenal trip to THE NATIONAL BLACK THEATRE FESTIVAL, Winston- Salem, NC, August 2-6. Professional Theater Productions, Free Workshops and Seminars, a Film Festival, Midnight Poetry Jam, Celebrity Receptions, International Vendor’s Market and much more! This 5 days/4 nights’ tour includes tickets to 3 celebrity performances; admission to the evening celebrity receptions, hotel accommodations, 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner, transportation and baggage handling. Cost per person: $725/double occupancy. For reservations and/or additional information, contact CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182.

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

E va n G . M it ch ell —E

Einstein Cancer Fund Reminder: Monday, April 4th, General Membership Meeting at 1:30 p.m. in Room 38. There will be a Bingo game.

Please bring your friends for an enjoyable afternoon. Refreshments will be served.

Tuesday, April 12th, Sands Casino, PA. Cost per person, $30, and receive a casino

bonus of $20 slot play and a $5 food voucher. Time of pick-up is at 8:30 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please bring a valid photo ID. For the above events, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta, 718-

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671-2958 or Lydia, 718-671-3001. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

It is with great pleasure and thankfulness that Joan Brown and Delores Musa are home recuperating at their leisure. We are looking forward to seeing both of you.

We have missed you very much. There is

still one more member whom we are praying for her healing, Dorothy Beale, who is at the Workmen Circle Home for rehab.

Get home soon, Dorothy.

Health and healing is wished to everyone.

—Lyd ia R u a s

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Bartow

Einstein

Library 9:30-1pm, Rm. 31

Library 9:30-1pm, Rm. 49

Bingo 11:00 in Rm. 31

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominos 2pm, Rm. 25

Around the Lunch Table 11:30 in Rm. 49

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30, Rm. 31 Canasta 2pm - 4pm Card Games 2– 4 pm, Rm. 25

Tues., April 5

Stay Well Exercise 10:00 in Rm. 2

Internet Café Rm. 34 2-4 p.m.

Walking & Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2 – 4 p.m.

Afternoon Movie 2-4 pm, Rm. 7

Dominos 10:00 in Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 10:30

Beginner’s Self Defense 9 a.m., Rm. 31

Tai Chi 11:00 in Rm. 45

Alert & Alive 10:30, Rm. 7

Advanced Self Defense 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30 in Aud. A

Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Internet Café 2-4 p.m. in the Computer Lab, Rm. 34

Bingo 10:00 in Rm. 31

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Wed., April 6

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1:00

Mind Teasers – 12-1pm Rm. 7

Card Games 2:30-4 p.m.

Rm. 25

Line Dancing 11, Rm. 31 Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30–11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Library 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Chat session 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 31

Matinee Movie w/George Rm. 49, 2-4 p.m.

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm. 49

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

“Movie Madness” 9:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1 Tai Chi 11:00 a.m., Rm. 2

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30, Rm. 7

Internet Café, Rm. 34, 2-4 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m.

Rm. 7

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise, Chat session, Rm. 7, 9:30 – 1 Belly Dancing 12:30 p.m., Aud. A

Stay Well Exercise 10-11, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7

Art 1-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 in Computer lab

Dominos 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games 9:30 -11:30, Rm. 31

Beginner’s Self Defense 1 - 2 p.m. in Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/popcorn 2-4pm, Rm. 7

Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25

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

Thurs., April 7

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Crochet & Knitting 9am, Rm. 7

Line Dancing, Rm. 45

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Fri., April 8

Dreiser

Line Dancing 10:00 a.m. Aud. A Handi-Flex 1 p.m., Aud. A

Bingo 1:00 in Rm. 49

Drama Rm. 7, 1:30–4 p.m.

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30, Rm. 7

Internet Café Rm. 34 2-4 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Crochet & Knitting 9:00 in Rm. 2

Art 10:00 in Rm. 45 Day at the Movies w/ popcorn 10 a.m., Rm. 7

Self Defense 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1:00 p.m. in Rm. 49

Meditative Moments 11:00 in Rm. 8

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Internet Café Rm. 34 2-4 p.m.

Whist Card Game/ Scrabble 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Bingo 2 p.m. in Rm. 25

Card Games Rm. 49 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7

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

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

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

*Schedule subject to change without notice*

Date:

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Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., April 4

Pineapple juice, breaded hoki/tartar sauce, steak fries, tossed salad

Meatballs, spaghetti, Italian blend

Whole wheat bread, peach

Tues., April 5

Turkey burger, red potatoes in skin, Brussels sprouts

Breaded pollack, sweet potato, oriental blend

Rye bread, apricot halves

Wed., April 6

Apple juice, chicken cacciatore, spaghetti, Italian blend

Chicken parmesan, brown rice, lettuce/ tomato w/carrots

Italian bread, pear

Thurs., April 7

Orange juice, salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, spinach

Turkey loaf, oven browned potato, carrots

Rye bread, banana

Fri., April 8

Orange/pineapple juice, tilapia w/lemon sauce, yellow rice, buttered carrots

Flounder, corn on the cob, spinach

Whole wheat bread, fresh plum

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips FAI RWAY - Monday, April 11th, $3, Pick-ups: Einstein, 11:00 a.m.; Bartow, 11:15 a.m., and Dreiser, 11:30 a.m.

WAL M ART - Friday, April 15th, $12, price includes transportation/boxed lunch.

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

BR O NX BOTANI C AL G AR DE NS. Join us for the ORCHID SHOW on Thursday, April 14th, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Price: $20. Admission to show/box lunch and transportation included. Pick-ups: Bartow, 10:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 11:00 a.m., and Einstein, 11:15 a.m.

PAL I SADE S M AL L - Monday, April 18th, $10. Price includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m., and Einstein, 9:30 a.m.

AF T E R N O O N M O VI E S AT DR E I SE R from 2-4 p.m. in room 7.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday.

Popcorn will be served. Come to the Dreiser Senior Center to participate in a game of Bid Whist and for all Scrabble fanatics, come join us every Friday afternoon, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Room 7.

Come & join us to play Bingo, Word Games, Card games & Dominoes in the Bartow Senior Center from 2-4 p.m. on Monday and Friday and 2:30 p.m.-4 p.m. on Tuesday-Thursday in Room 25.

C AR E G I VE R SUP P O RT G R O UP Do You Need Support For An Older Person? A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and problems. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, from 1-2 p.m.

The next sessions are Tuesday, April 12th and Tuesday, April 26th. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP P O RT / SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G R O UP . CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. DI ABE T I C G R O UP CANCELLED FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL. WE WILL RESUME IN MAY. SE NI O R C E NT E R F I E L D T R I P P E R M I SSI O N SL I P – Effective immediately, all senior center participants will be required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. If you are paying for someone to go on the trip, you must make sure that they bring the form with them on the day of the trip. All forms must be filled out prior to going on the trip; No Exceptions.

Blood Pressure screenings

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

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PICK-UP TIMES

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11 a.m.

Dreiser 1:15 p.m.

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11:30 a.m.

Einstein 1:30 p.m.

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1:30 p.m.

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

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Trained volunteers are providing FREE blood pressure screenings to the 60+ community conveniently located at all three of the Co-op City community centers.

All you need is to become a member by simply filling out a short application form available at any of the local centers.

L O C AT I O NS & SC H E DUL E : 135 Einstein Loop, Room 45, every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; and 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 9 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

No Co-op City Times? Call 646.479.1041 or 646.261.1761, Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING & TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATIONS Coalition of Affordable Housing: “Meeting” Mon., 4/4/; 7:30 pm (Bartow Room #28)

CULTURE & ARTS The Drammeh Institute: “Meeting” Wed., 4/6; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #8)

EDUCATION African American Association: “Business Education Classes” Wed., 4/6; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2)

HOBBIES African American Association: “Belly Dance Class” Mon., 4/4/; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2) “Yoga & Pilates” Tues., 4/5; & Thurs., 4/7; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2), Co-op City Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Training Class” Wed., 4/6; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9) “Bridge Game” Wed., 4/6; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

POLITICAL Co-op City Democratic Club: “Meeting” Thurs., 4/7; 6:00 pm (Bartow Room 28)

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church: Tues., 4/5; 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1) Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 4/10; 9:30 am (Einstein Room 38) Faith @ Work Christian Church: Thurs., 4/7; 5:30 pm and Sun., 4/10; 8:00 am (Dreiser Room #8)

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 4/10; 10:00 am (Einstein Rm #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: “Bible Study” Wed., 2/23 7:00 pm (Dreiser Room #10), “Church Service” Sun., 4/10; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #10) Mt. Calvary Baptist Church: Thurs., 4/7; 5:30 pm (Dreiser Room #9) Circle of Christ “Children’s Bible Study”: Sun., 4/10; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #2)

SCOUTS Greater New York Girl Scouts: “Meeting” Fri., 4/8; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room #1, 2, 4, and 9)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services: “Luncheon” Mon-Fri., 4/4/;-4/8; 8:00 am (Bartow Room #31) Retirees of Dreiser Loop: “Meeting” Wed., 4/6; 1:00 pm (Dreiser Aud. A) Handicapped Adults: “Meeting” Fri., 4/8; (Dreiser Room #1)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 4/5; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

WilliamsBridge Club: “Meeting” Fri., 4/8; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Room #8) Einstein Cancer Care: “Meeting” Mon., 4/4; 1:30 (Einstein Room #38)

Baychester Library Events

VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS Radioactive is on display at the Steven A. Schwarzmann Building through April 17.

Explore cyanotypes, the lives of Marie and Pierre Curie, and more, while making your own scientific discovery.

WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Every Monday, 3:30 p.m. • KIDS Reading Aloud Every Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. • Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3:30 p.m. • Teen Book Café - Wednesdays, 4 p.m., Talk about books or listen. • Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Come and hang out in the library’s community room: Bring a snack, talk to friends, play games.

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

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : Our Chapter meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, APRIL 11th, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Loop Community Center, Auditorium “A.” Don’t forget: come early to pay dues, sign-up and pay for any of the trips listed below, and meet and greet new/old friends.

F YI -2: Executive Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 4, 12 p.m. in AARP Office “O.” NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493, to make the Chapter aware.

2011 T OUR C O M M I T T E E AC T I VI T I E S Join us on these exciting and fun-filled trips — all designed to keep you on the move; to enjoy life with old and new friends. You don’t have to be a member of Peachtree Chapter to attend any of the trips — so, come and go with us… let’s have fun together…Cordially, AARP Peachtree Tour Committee.

May 2nd & 3rd – It Just Doesn’t Get Better Than This – 2 days/1 night (at Comfort Inn - Mystic, CT); Shopping in Olde Mystic Village; live Musical Theater at the Cornerstone Playhouse; 5 hour stay at Foxwoods Casino (meal voucher & Keno); breakfast at Comfort Inn; off to Mohegan Sun w/lunch meal voucher and

casino bonus; back to Cornerstone Playhouse w/shopping and show time and home w/a box lunch — $165/double & $195/single — FULL PAYMENT OR BALANCE DUE A.S.A.P. – contact Delores, 718-379-2176/Daisy.

May 24 (Tues.) – Chubby Checker & the Wildcats at the “new” Twin River (Mass.) Casino; roundtrip deluxe motor coach; $10 slot bonus; gourmet box sandwich at the Casino - $80/person – There are seats available w/full payment — contact Delores, 718-379-2176/Jean.

July 21 (Thurs.) – 4-hour stay at the “new” Sugar House Casino (PA) – w/a 3course luncheon aboard the Moshula Historic Ship; casino bonus (to be announced) – $87/person — contact Daisy, (718) 671-3241 or Wini.

Aug. 23 (Tues.) – Boston Harbor Cruise; includes roundtrip motor coach; scenic 2-hour Harbor Cruise (aboard the beautiful Odyssey); elegant served 3course luncheon; and musical entertainment — $90/person – contact Delores, (718) 379-2176/Wini.

Oct. 17th & 18th – Rocking Horse Resort Fall Foliage – overnight stay; 3 meals; resort activities; Monticello Raceway/Casino on return trip home — $199/double & $249/single — $50 deposit due with registration – balance due by Sept. meeting – contact Jean, (718) 379-3742/Wini.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association The van is available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on a limited basis. We will take your reservation, but no guarantees against cancellation. Time of operation is 9:30 a.m., return by 2:00 p.m.

Dues for the year 2011 are in order.

Either mail or bring your dues check to the office.

Handicapped Adults, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #13, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Come into the office and check out our Flea Market. New items arrive daily.

Our next General Membership meeting is Friday, April 8, at 11:30 a.m. in Dreiser Community Center, Room #1.

—Ar len e R od r iq u ez

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

Tuesday, April 5, going to VILLA ROMA. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) or Dreiser Loop.

Please try to be on time.

Wednesday, April 6, Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m.

Admission is $2 for members only.

Members may bring in a guest.

Refreshments served.

Tuesday, April 26: Going to Mt. Airy Casino. Price: $30.

Rebate is $30. You can use money in more than one machine.

Always bring a picture I.D. card. Pickup time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops—Einstein Center, Asch Loop, Dreiser Loop.

Thursday, July 14, going to PLATZL BRAUHAUS. We were promised #1 Pavilion. Price is $57 (fifty-seven). Price includes continental breakfast, luncheon at 12 p.m. and at 4 p.m., dinner in dining room. Choice of entrees: roast beef, roast chicken and they have salmon which is $2 extra. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops.

Our first general meet, Thursday, April 21, Room 38 at 1:30 p.m.

Come and join our happy family our dues for year is $12.

For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Center, Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in evening, 718-379-4899.

GET WELL WISHES TO ALL. —M a r y P illa

Window Guard Delivery Notice If you have not yet returned your 2011 Window Guard form, please fill it out, sign it and enter the date and your phone number. Either mail it back using the envelope provided, return it to your local Cooperator Service Office (CSO) or return it to Room S in Bartow.

On Monday, April 4, Window Guard forms will be delivered to those in Buildings 11, 12 and 13 and possibly the Cooper Place Townhouses, who have not yet returned their forms.

Thank you for your cooperation.

—R iver b a y W in d ow G u a r d O ffice

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Co-op City Times / April 2, 2011

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for adults and children is held at 9:15 a.m. Bible class and prayer service is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. and every other Wednesday at 5 p.m., Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and at 7:30 p.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 718-3203774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcity baptistchurch.org.

Feast Delivers,” hosted by the Just For

Men Ministry, invites everyone to participate. This month, the feast has a shoulder lamb chops dinner special at a cost of $25.

The deadline for payment is Sunday, April 3. Distribution will be at the church on Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call the church at 718-320-3774 for additional information.

On Sunday, April 10, we will celebrate Men’s and Women’s Day. The theme for the day will be “Men and Women Blessed Through Obedience” based on Luke 11:28.

The guest speaker for the 11 a.m. service will be Rev. Joann Williams from LaGree Baptist Church in Harlem, NY and the 3:30 p.m. speaker will be Rev. Carl McCluster from Shiloh Baptist Church, in Bridgeport, CT. All are invited to the fellowship.

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers.

We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have.

Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-7344058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how

much money you make?

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

Su n da y M or ning Sch edu le: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

Divine Worship 10:30 a.m.

Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions during worship service.

D r. Sm it h s er m on t op ic: “Lord, Remake Me.” Reading from the sacred word - Romans 5:1-5.

Weekly Act ivit y Church of the Savior worship at 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed. We want an

The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc.’s Saturday Tutoring Program resumed in January, 2011.

Tutoring is held for grades 2-3 on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. for 4th and 5th graders.

If you are interested in registering your child, please come 15 minutes prior to scheduled time of tutoring for your child.

We can help your child prepare for upcoming ELA and Math tests. Our tutoring sessions are semi-private. The fee has been significantly reduced to $30 a month. For additional information, call 917-620-2859 or 718-671-8449.

Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m.

Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of

Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.PrincipleCentered Living.com or www.RevDrSheldon EWilliams.com.

Have you considered where you will go on your next vacation? The Scholarship Ministry invites you to travel with them to Orlando, Florida on August 13 for nine days.

Visit the Holy Land Experience—a recreation of ancient Jerusalem, Arabian Nights for a dinner show, visit many attractions and sightseeing on the way to and from Florida.

Prices are $765/pp/double occupancy. For additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-671-7507 or 718-320- 3774.

—H a t t ie L . L u ca s

Church of the Savior opportunity to love you. See you in church.

Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet. Tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-320-0002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address.

Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

Every Thursday evening, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Bible Study in session. Dr. Margaret Watson, gifted instructor and anointed Evangelist will lead a special journey through the Bible. Want to know how the God of creation deals with suffering; living a life of faith; how to have a personal relationship with God; How to “love your neighbor as yourself.”

Up com in g Act ivit ies: CORRECTION: Monday, April 4 - 5:45 -7:00 p.m., Food Pantry applications will be accepted. If you are finding it difficult to feed your family, come out and fill out an application. Due to response, we have the right to be selective. Must bring a benefit card, picture id or AARP id. All information is confidential.

Saturday, April 9 - 5:00 p.m., Movie Night. Join us for popcorn, fellowship, good movie and refreshments. Please bring a friend, neighbor or family member.

ADMISSION IS FREE. Movies are suitable for everyone.

T h ou gh t of t h e We ek : “Remorse: Beholding Heaven and feeling Hell.” — George Moore —R ev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm it h , J r.

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

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

Weekly Wor ship Exper iences: 6:30 p.m., Thursday Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Children’s church, 9:00 a.m., 2nd through 4th Sundays.

Chur ch Mot to: “We are Christ-Centered, Family-Focused with, Power and Authority.”

Chur ch Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of

Jesus Christ.

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

BE T T E R YO UT H G E NE R AT I O N G OSPEL PERFO RM I NG CHO IR AUDITI O NS: April 16, 3:00 p.m. at Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave. (between 35th and 36th streets).

As a continued outreach to the young people in our community and their families, we are holding auditions for musicians and singers, ages 620 (under 14 must be accompanied by an adult). Those selected will be eligible to receive yearly scholarships. This is especially for those considered to be at high risk for incarceration, gang involvement and drug abuse. Young peo-

ple who are homeless, victims of domestic violence are encouraged to audition, as well as all within the age group. For additional information, please contact Pastor Jenkins, Certified Youth Chaplain, at 718-644-0951.

Minister Frank Jenkins will begin the Better Youth Generation Male Mentoring Group on Easter Sunday following worship. They will meet monthly with the goal of providing struggling male youth, ages 6-2, with spiritual, academic and social support to ensure they achieve wholistic success in their lives. Enroll your son, grandson, godson, nephew or neighbor and together we can shape a Better Youth Generation.

J oin us on Ea st er Sunday for Wor ship and a Comm unit y M ea l: April 24 at 9:30 a.m. where our A Capella Angels division of the BYG Gospel Choir will be singing. Come out and be blessed!

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments.

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

—Pa stor Debor a h

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Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship service every Sunday morning at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

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

Midday service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday evening prayer meeting start at 7:30 p.m.

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

Focus: The End Time, we are moving toward a grand finale. Therefore, be ye also ready: for in an hour as he think not the son of man cometh. Matthew 24:44 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be like unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the

bridegroom. And five of them were wise and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumber and slept. And at midnight there was a cry made, behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.

Then all those virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said unto the wise, give us of your oil ;for our lamps are gone out. But the wise answered, saying, not so; lest there be not enough for us and you, but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. And while they went the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went

in with him to the marriage and the door was shut.

Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us .but he answered and said, verily I say unto you I know you not Watch therefore, for he know neither the day nor the hour wherein the son of man cometh.

(Matthew25:1-13). We must remain vigilant and be aware of the times in which we live, for the son of man will soon return in an hour that we think not. We must give ourselves to prayer and patiently studying the word of God. For further information, call (718) 324-0334 or 718320-4218.

—R ev. R . Sibb lies

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Exitus Pastor, Rev. Dr. G.R. Little-Apostle, and Entrant Pastor/Evg.-Vernon Little. We greet everyone in the name of Jesus, our Savior, that name which is above every name. Know that He is our soon coming King. Also, know that one-day, at the name of Jesus, every knee shall bow, and every tongue shall confess that He is Lord!

Let us go into the Word of God, commencing at Ephesians 4:11-13.

11-And He gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some pastors and teachers; 12-For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: 13-Til we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ:

I nvit a t ion s: We need to pray church! Come in today (4/2), which is my birthday, for a sweet hour of prayer, beginning at 3 p.m. Join us tomorrow at 10 a.m. for Sunday School, and morning worship at 11 a.m. Pastor Marlon Young will be delivering the Word, April 17, at 6 p.m., for our convention service. Please come out and support these services; you will be glad that you did! We love you!

—Ap ost le G .R . L it t le

Circle of Christ Church - Hearts of Love Ministry of NY Reverend Elisamuel “Sam” Colon and the Congregation of Circle of Christ Church would like to extend an invitation of love and peace in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us for a time of adoring worship, praise and the Word of God. Allow the Lord to reach into your heart and help you see the road of light and joy.

Circle of Christ Church is a beacon which the Lord has lit onto Co-op City and it is our purpose as a church and as children of God to serve, teach and bring forth the Gospel for all to hear and witness.

F OC US SC R I P T UR E F O R T H E W E E K : Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

— Colossians 4:2 (NIV) ANNO UNC E M E NT S: Saturday, April 2nd at 12 p.m.: Single’s Fellowship – CCC Single’s Fellowship will be held at the sanctuary. For more information, contact Elder Iris Moreno.

Sunday, April 3rd at 11 a.m.: Communion Service – Please join us in Worship and Praise as we share the

Lord’s Table.

Saturday, April 9th at 6:30 p.m.: Free Concert: 177 Dreiser Loop Mall – Auditorium B – 2nd Floor. Featuring R&B Music Minister Jay Cabassa, all are welcome.

Sunday, April 10th at 11 a.m.: 5th Anniversary and Sanctuary Dedication Service-Please join us as we celebrate our 5th Anniversary and the Dedication of our new Sanctuary at Dreiser Loop.

Sch ed u le of Ser vice: Sundays: Worship Service*** - 11 a.m. start ** First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service.

Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 12 a.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Little Lambs (2–4 years old) 12 a.m. start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Wednesdays: Worship, Prayer, & Bible Study 7 p.m. start Fridays: Teen Church - Bible Study 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Children’s Church 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook, Youtube and Bronxnet Cable Channel #70, Saturdays at 4 p.m.

Circle of Christ Church helps support missions in Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bronx and Africa. Join us in our goal to expand God’s work throughout the world.

Please make all donations to Circle of Christ Church – memo Missions.

You can submit your prayer request online at prayer@circleofchristchurch.org or give your request to an usher during Friday or Sunday services.

P lea se m a il a ll you r in qu ir ies or d on a t ions t o t h e followin g a dd r ess: Circle of Christ Church, 147 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Bronx, NY 10475; 347-945-1992.

E m a il: admin@circleofchristchurch.org.

Web sit e: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

—E ld er J a y R a m os

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

Week ly Sch ed u le: Sunday: Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.

Wednesday: Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. (during Lenten season). Thursday: Choir Rehearsal 7 p.m.

Friday: Youth Group 4-6 p.m. Young Adults 6:30 - 9 p.m. Every 4th Sunday, the Sunday School children lead the service and every 5th Sunday, the Young Adults lead.

Up com in g E ven t s: May 14 - St. Joseph’s Day Luncheon at Eastwood Manor, Bronx, NY; Adults, $75; children, $25.

June 26 - Confirmation and reception of new members; Assistant Bishop Andrew Smith of the Diocese of New York presiding.

July 9 — Travel via deluxe bus transportation to Duck Walk Vineyard in Montauk, Long Island. Donation: $85. Trip includes lunch at Gurneys Inn, wine tasting and tour of the facility. Please contact the church at (718) 320-0844 for reservations.

Thanks to all who helped make our cake sale a success.

Today if you would hear God’s voice, harden not your hearts. (Psalm 95).

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Maybe it was envy that the world’s attention was shifted to other Arab hot spots. Or maybe it was precisely because of these distractions that Hamas figured now would be a good time to resume its attacks on Israel. Maybe, the group thought, no one would notice. But Israel can’t afford not to notice.

And now as a result of a barrage of rockets that hit southern Israel last week, the Israel Defense Force and Hamas are embroiled in the worst escalation of violence in two years. Two weeks ago, Hamas launched more than fifty mortar shills from Gaza, striking southern Israel, injuring at least two Israelis, and damaging homes and buildings. After Israeli planes responded, a new round of mortar attacks from Gaza struck the region. It is unfortunate that Hamas continues to rain rockets aimed at the citizens of Israel, while using citizens as human shields.

But one thing is clear; Israel’s security needs - and fears - will only intensify with each new round of rocket attacks

and each new interception of smuggled weapons attempting to make their way into the region.

Two weeks ago, Israel seized a cargo ship filled with concealed arms originating in Iran and headed for Gaza. And twice, Turkey recently forced the landing of an Iranian plane, confiscating caches of weapons headed for Syria.

For weeks, we have been riveted to the events unfolding throughout the Middle East, trying to discern the good guys from the bad, which U.S. policies make sense and which don’t. There are a lot of questions about the U.S. military action in Libya. But there isn’t any question as to who the bad guy is in that country.

Likewise, we know other bad guys even if they’re not taking center stage at the moment. Iran and its surrogate forces, including Hamas, are taking advantage of the developments in Libya and elsewhere to advance their own destabilizing agenda.

The fallout could be worse even than what’s happening in Libya. No one can afford not to notice.

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

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

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

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

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

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Co-op City Jewish Center The Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Boulevard, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible.

We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue, we

are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can.

Thanks to the wonderful turnout this past Saturday.

DONATIONS OR DUES CAN BE SENT TO THE OFFICE. Hope to see you all next Saturday.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B, 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. (Mimi) 1-347-427-4526.

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

Candle lighting on Friday, April 8, is before 7:09 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, April 2, at 8:04 p.m. We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos.

Mincha services on Saturday, April 2 are 7:00 p.m.

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

C om in g E ven ts: Sale of Chametz to Rabbi KronengoldOn Saturday nights before Pesach, Rabbi will be available for the sale of Chametz. On other times, you may request a “Chametz Sale Form” from the synagogue office. They will, in turn, deliver the form to the Rabbi.

Saturday, April 2--Morning services at 9:00 a.m., the reading is Tazria (HaChodesh)–Mincha is at 7:00 p.m.; Rabbi’s class is at 7:05 p.m. during Shalosh Seudos.

Wednesday, April 6 – The Men’s Club has a planned trip to the Mount Airy Casino. For reservations, call Marty at (718) 671-7809; Gary at (718) 671-8424 or Bruce at (718) 320-2234. The cost is $28 and receive $35 to be used at slot machines or any table. Important: You need a government photo ID to get your bonus slot play. Call now!

Saturday, April 16-Search for Chametz in Synagogue at 8:20 p.m. after Havdallah.

Sunday, April 17-Begin search for Chametz at 8:19 p.m. Use a flashlight.

We wish you all a zeisen Pesach.

Monday, April 18-Erev Pesach-Eat Chametz before 10:11 a.m. Destroy all Chametz before 11:35 a.m. Candle lighting for the first night of Pesach is 7:19 p.m.

Enjoy your Seder.

G ood a n d Welfa r e Dues for 2011: Dues are now in order and payment would be greatly appreciated.

Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information, you can call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 and we can accommodate you.

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

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue I would like to remind everyone that the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City has MOVED to a new location in Section 5. The new address is 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B. The Men’s Club will be running a trip to the MOUNT AIRY CASINO in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, April 6. On Wednesdays, Mount Airy Casino offers a Senior Buffet (for people 55 and older) at a cost of $7.77.

C O ST: $28 per person with a $35 slot.

Player may use any machine or table.

Remember you need a government photo

ID card to get your bonus slot play. This is the lowest price currently being offered in Co-op City.

We provide a free snack going, play games, and on the return trip, we show a movie..

For r eser va t ion s, ca ll: Marty (718) 671-7809; Gary (718) 671-8424, or Bruce (718) 320-2234.

Pick-up stop s: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:05 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

Br uce Git elson Shalom!

—B

Building 2 Association At our last meeting on 3/17, it was voted on by the membership that was present that we should change our meeting dates to the second Tuesday of each month.

Therefore, our next meeting will be held on April 12, at 7:30 p.m. There are many important issues at hand on rent

increases, privatization, etc.

We must become an active part of our community if we are going to have an impact on the decisions made by the Board that affect our lives. The elections will be held on May 18. Come and join our efforts.

—C a r lyn J on es

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Church of the New Vision Pastor Anne L Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11 :00 a.m.

We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

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

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

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

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to

8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. List of Programs and Events: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month.

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

Next Generation Choir and Club meets

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For additional information, please contact Sis Sadie James at 718-652-8943 or Sis. Marquetta Walker at (718) 671-8746.

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

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

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

The Church of the New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671—C a r ole H a q u e 8746 or (718) 320-0409.—

1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

Seniors’ Ministry meet 1st Wednesday of the month at 11 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12 to 1 p.m.

Montefiore Medical Center will be conducting a follow-up seminar on High Blood Pressure at the Church of the New Vision on Saturday, April 2nd at 11 a.m.

Please join us to learn more of this important health topic.

The Women’s Fellowship will host its upcoming “BehOld, All Things Are Become New” spring fashion show on Saturday, April 9th at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome for a wonderful time of Christian fellowship. The donation is $10.

For more information, please call 917371-0381 or 718-671-2623.

Church of the New Vision Cruise set sail once again on August 20 thru August

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club Our general membership meeting is Thursday, April 14, at 1:30 p.m. (after lunch meeting) in the Section 5 Meeting Room in back of 140 Elgar Place.

Membership dues are $20 yearly and members, new and old, are encouraged to bring their dues to the meeting.

Our meeting will always address health and healing as we believe that

sharing is caring and we are all concerned about ways we can protect our body temple that is being constantly attacked by harmful, legal ingredients.

The President witnessed a violent confrontation between Black and Latino youth and the police last week in Section 5. What was evident and what our club will follow up with is

that our youth DO NOT know what to do when confronted by the police.

They appear to have no clue what to do if they’re stopped by the police. Our club will develop strategies to address the Black/Latino verses police issue up front and also make available resources for those struggling to obtain housing and employment after being

labeled a “felon.”

Please join our club if you would like to work on this and other issues. We seek individuals who care about saving the next generation of Black and Latino youth in particular. They are the ones targeted across America and especially in New York City’s urban communities.

—E velyn M . Tu r n er

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

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