Co-op City Times 04/21/12

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Vol. 47 No. 16

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Progress on many issues witnessed at Open Board meeting

BY BILL STUTTIG More than 200 shareholders witnessed the Riverbay Board of Directors advance several key initiatives in the community at an Open Board meeting held Wednesday evening, April 18, in the

Bartow Community Center.

The evening began with the approval of a jammed-packed agenda of votes and presentations and it took more than four (Continued on page 8)

Cushman and Wakefield Executive Vice President Frederick A. Smith presents to Co-op City residents his rationale for increasing the value of Co-op City’s commercial space.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

Board unanimously supports Public Safety’s drive for NYS Peace Officer status

BY BILL STUTTIG Throwing their full support behind the Department of Public Safety’s ongoing efforts to gain full peace officer status from New York State and thereby safeguard their essential powers of arrest, the Riverbay Board of Directors unanimously passed a resolution authorizing the department to fully lobby for needed legislation to make this a reality.

By a vote of 14 to 0 taken during an open Board meeting Wednesday evening, April 18th, the Board gave the go ahead to fully campaign for an amendment to the New York State Criminal Procedure Law which would allow Co-op City’s officers to become designated as New York State Peace Officers.

Public Safety Chief Frank Apollo explained that if such an amendment to the existing criminal procedure law

passed the state legislature, it would safeguard the department and the community from any devastating loss of arrest powers should the NYPD some day decide to eliminate its Special Patrolman division.

Apollo explained to the Board and the nearly 200 shareholders in attendance that right now, Co-op City Public Safety officers are issued their authority as Special Patrolman through the NYPD and the Police Commissioner. While the law enforcement arm of certain agencies, such as School Safety officers and Park Rangers are automatically granted Peace Officer status, many private concerns, such as Co-op City Public Safety officers, have to reapply to maintain their status.

If the NYPD’s Special Patrolman

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11 certified as candidates for 2012 Riverbay Board election

BY ROZAAN BOONE Eleven of the twelve shareholders who returned their qualifying petitions to compete in the 2012 Riverbay Board of Directors election to fill five seats were officially certified as candidates by the Riverbay Election Committee on Tuesday night, April 17, at the candidates’ certification meeting.

After the candidates submitted their qualifying petitions on Monday, March 26, the end of the petition period, the signatures on the petitions were checked for their validity. The Election Committee also worked with the Riverbay Finance Department to verify that none of the potential candidates were indebted to the Riverbay Corporation.

The eleven certified candidates for this year’s Board election, in the order that

their names will appear on the ballot on election day, Wednesday, May 16, are Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, Francine Reva Jones, Al Shapiro, William “Bill” Gordon, Othelia Jones, Claudia Sampson, Emanuel Armfield, Cheryl SimmonsOliver, Herbert Moreira-Brown, Leslie Peterson and Evelyn M. Turner.

The official candidates include all five incumbent Directors whose terms are up this year—Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, Othelia Jones, Al Shapiro, Francine Reva Jones and Bill Gordon.

At Tuesday’s Candidates Meeting, the qualified candidates received their instructions for running their campaigns according to the Riverbay election rules from the 2012 Riverbay Election (Continued on page 2)

Income Affidavits notarized Monday & Thursday Riverbay staff will be available to notarize annual income affidavits on Monday, April 23, and Thursday, April 26, in all three community centers from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

These all-day sessions, scheduled for the convenience of shareholders, will be held in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center; Room 1 of the Dreiser Center, and Room 38 of the Einstein Center.

Extra income affidavit forms will also be available for those who did not receive their mailed copy.

Residents taking advantage of this service must bring two (2) forms of identification, one of which must be a picture ID. Affidavits will not be notarized without proper identification.

Completed income affidavit forms, along with proof of apartment insurance, must be returned to Riverbay Corporation by Monday, April 30.

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Inspectors for HUD loan will visit apartments this week Third-party inspectors will visit 10 apartments in each building next week beginning on Monday, April 23 as work continues on a possible refinancing of Co-op City’s mortgage through a HUD federal loan guarantee program.

Employees from Riverbay will accompany the inspectors during their tours, part of the process of seeking the new loan, which would save the community millions of dollars in interest costs.

As a result of the meeting with city and state agencies last week about quality of life concerns in and around Co-op City, the Thruway Authority this week sent in a clean-up crew to address conditions along the I-95 parallel to Baychester Avenue. In addition to the Thruway Authority, the Parks Department made a follow-up visit to conduct a walk through in the community to see first-hand the conditions that were discussed at last week’s meeting so that they too can be handled appropriately.

Photo by Omar De Los Angeles

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Candidates Committee. The candidates also received the Co-op City Times guidelines and deadlines for the submission of their candidates’ statements and ads which must first be reviewed by the 2012 Election Committee and their attorneys before publication in the three election supplements to be published in the April 28th, May 5th and May 12th issues of the Co-op City Times.

During the meeting, the names of the eleven candidates were randomly drawn to determine not only the order in which they will appear on the ballot, but also the order in which their candidate’s statements and ads will appear in the Co-op City Times to be distributed on Saturday, April 28. In the next two consecutive issues of the paper, Saturday, May 5 and May 12, respectively, the order of articles and ads will be changed to give each candidate a chance to have their statement appear among the first five published in one of the three editions. This random drawing took place in view of each of the candidates attending the certification meeting.

“Now that the candidates have been certified, the 2012

Laundry Room Notice Several fires have occurred in the dryers in the laundry rooms over the last few weeks as a result of shareholders putting garments with rubber and other flammable materials into the machines. Please read the labels on your clothing carefully to avoid these mishaps and possibly dangerous situations.

Thank you for your cooperation.

NYC Summer Youth Employment applications available Applications for the New York City Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) are currently available at www.nyc.gov/dycd.

The application deadline is Friday, May 18.

The SYEP is open to all residents of New York City between the ages of 14-24, as of July 5, 2012.

Each applicant may submit only one application.

For more information about the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program, visit www.nyc.gov/ dycd, or call 3-1-1 or 1-800-246-4646.

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election for the Riverbay Board of Directors has begun and candidates can begin campaigning,” said Director Eleanor Bailey, Chair of the 2012 Election Committee, serving with Director Evelyn Santiago as co-Chair. “I would like to caution everyone that they should adhere to the rules regulating the election because the Election Committee intends to monitor all campaign activities very carefully to make sure that the process is a fair one for all candidates.”

The election committee chair pointed out that while campaigning, candidates should remember that campaign literature can be handed out and posted only on personal property, not in residential buildings or in commercial establishments in Co-op City.

“According to the election rules, all literature must include the name of the sponsoring organization or individual, along with the address or post office box of those entities,” said Director Bailey. “If an organization issues a flyer or other campaign material, the name of the chairperson or treasurer of that organization must also be included.”

According to the election rules, improperly posted campaign posters, flyers and other campaign material may be pulled down by any resident, Riverbay employee or candidates and their supporters.

“These infractions should also be reported to the 2012 Election Committee, in care of the Riverbay Legal Department,” said Director Bailey.

Once again this year, shareholders will be voting to fill five seats on the Riverbay Board. There will be one vote per unit by residents who are shareholders of record as of March 26, 2012.

This year, 5,007 votes are needed for a quorum.

Beginning next Saturday, April 28, the first of three consecutive election supplements will be published in the Co-op City Times in which each candidate will be given space 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 1/4 page ad.

The Election Committee has approved eight building associations to hold candidates’ meetings to which all candidates must be invited. The deadline to request approval to hold such a meeting in the respective building’s association room was Monday, April 16 at 5 p.m.

The official list of these candidates’ meetings was distributed to each certified candidate at Tuesday night’s Candidates’ Meeting.

Two official Candidates’ Forums have also been scheduled and these will be held on Thursday, May 3, 7:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium B, followed by another on Monday, May 7th, also at 7:30 p.m., in Room 45 of the Einstein Center.

“Attending the building associations’ candidates’ meeting and also the Candidates’ Forums is an opportunity for residents to hear from the candidates first-hand and to see them in person,” said Director Bailey. “I hope that everyone will come out to at least one of these meetings. I cannot stress how important it is for us all not to turn a blind eye to this election. The voting machines will be in your building lobbies and it does not take much time to cast your vote. Please, please folks, participate and make your vote count.”

Following the publication of the final election supplement on May 12, shareholders will cast their votes on Wednesday, May 16 for the candidate(s) of their choice.

As was the case last year, voting will be conducted by voting machines in building lobbies from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

After the polls close on May 16th, the tallies will be counted after 9 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

A recount of the votes, if necessary, will be conducted on Thursday, May 24th.

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 26th.

After the results are certified, the five top vote getters in this year’s election will be sworn in as new members of the Riverbay Board of Directors on Wednesday, June 6th and begin serving their terms.

According to Michael Munns, Riverbay’s Senior Attorney, poll workers and inspectors have already been selected from a list compiled by the NYC Board of Elections, which also maintains the integrity of the voting machines.

“All poll workers and inspectors are required to attend one of four mandatory training sessions that have been scheduled,” said Munns. “These workers must perform their duties as required by the NYS Election Law.”

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive First Auditions TODAY to model for the NAACP Extravaganza Everyone is encouraged to audition today, the first audition for the NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza. Come to Room #36, Einstein Community Center, from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Models (ladies and gentlemen) and those interested in modeling for the September 29th event should attend. Renowned, Mr. Christian Raourt, Fashion Producer is our consultant.

Mammography van in Co-op City today A free Mobile mammography van will be in Co-op City today, Saturday, April 21, outside of the Baychester Public Library, 2049 Asch Loop North, from 1:30 p.m., thanks to Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto and Project Renewal, formerly operating as Women’s Outreach Networ.

This program is for women 40 years of age and older who have not had a mammogram in the past year. All insurance plans are accepted, however, if you do not have insurance, you can still sign up for the program.

An appointment is necessary.

Please call 1-800-564-6868.

This program is funded by Bronx Cancer Services Program Partnership. Screening coordination and Outreach/In-reach funded by the Komen Greater NYC 2008 Community Breast Health Grant.

Bereavement support Mondays Church of the Savior’s Bereavement Support Group meets every Monday, 6:30 p.m., at 120 DeKruif Place (Building 7, street level). This is a free service and anyone may attend for confidential counseling and support.

This service is open to all residents, as well as members of the faith community and social agencies within Co-op City, who would like to attend or refer their members or clients to the bereavement support group.

If you have suffered the loss of a loved one, and would like to take advantage of this service, please contact Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. of the Church of the Savior at (718) 320-0002 or (917) 734-4058.

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Opening Day Games Results

Co-op City Little League

Little League Team on Opening Day, Co-op City Baseball Field.

The Co-op City Little League 2012 Senior, Junior, and Major Baseball teams were triumphant on their respective opening day games during inter-league play.

Atlas Restoration Corp. Major Division Cyclones, Mgr. Robert Grant, started their season with a 2-0 record by

sweeping the Astor Dodgers. In the first encounter, pitcher Bryan Grant had a nohitter shutout going into the top of the 6th inning and ended up winning 6-2, striking out 17 batters. The Cyclone scored first in the 2nd with two runs and added four more in the 5th as Jonathan Garcia and

Photo by Alexis Diaz

Sajay both walked, followed by a frozen rope hit into left field by Jhojandy Hernandez scoring all three runners.

Earlier in the game, Jacob Whitfield was hit in the face by a wild pitch and was (Continued on page 19)

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 earlier this month to all cooperators required to file (excluded are new residents who moved into Co-op City after December 31, 2011, and those cooperators on the Section 8 Program).

The due date for returning your completed Affidavit, which must be notarized, is April 30, 2012. Currently, surcharges based upon 2010 Income Affidavit forms will expire June 30, 2012. New surcharges will be imposed for the period July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 based upon data taken from your 2011 Income Affidavit form. Please note that it is essential that every cooperator submit their 2011 Income Affidavit in a timely manner. If you filed an application for extension in lieu of a 2011 NYS Tax Return, you are still required to submit your affidavit by April 30, 2012.

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 wher 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 ha s p er ma nent ly va ca ted t he a p a r tm ent , it is im por t a nt t ha t th e r em a inin g sh a r eh old er sub m it d ocu m en ta tion to R iver b a y C or por a t ion a s t o wher e th e va ca t ing sh a r eh old er cur r en tly r esid es. Accep ta ble docu ment a t ion cou ld be (1) dr iver ’s license with cur r ent a ddr ess (2) cop y of t he a p a r tm en t lea se (3) ut ility bill with cu r r ent a d dr ess. I f t his d ocum ent a tion is not

su bm itt ed wit h th e I ncome Affidavit , t he in com e a ffid avit will b e r etu r n ed a s incom plete a nd a 50% su r cha r ge will be a ssessed ea ch m ont h u nt il t he docu men t a t ion is sub mitt ed. T he sh a r eh old er will b e lia ble for a ll sur cha r ges a ssessed, no cr edits will be issu ed for su r cha r ges a lr ea d y 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, 2012.

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 Monday, April 23rd and Thursday, April 26th from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 1; Bartow Center, Room 28; and Einstein Center, Room 38. 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 present 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, 2012.

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

3. 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, 2012 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) 320-3300, Ext. 3388.

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Peace Officer division were to be eliminated, as has been threatened in the past, it would leave the community’s officers without full arrest powers and reduce the status of officers here to that of security guards.

“Such a development would devastate this department,” said Chief Apollo is an interview following Wednesday night’s Board meeting, “and devastate the community because it would no longer be able to maintain the same level of safety and security and very possibly no longer be able to continue as one of the safest communities within New York City.”

Riverbay General Manager Vernon Cooper said that management, working with Chief Apollo, has already reached out to State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto and State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson is order to get their full support in fighting for this legislative amendment when it begins the process through the state legislature in the very near future.

“We have been discussing this initiative for several years now and as a result of the approval by our Board of Directors last Wednesday night, we were able to ask Assemblyman Michael Benedetto to take another look at the ini-

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tial legislation that he worked on back in 2009/2010,” said Cooper. “We also gave a copy of the application to Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson so that she is aware of the plan and in favor of the initiative which will enable her to provide her support for the legislation when presented.

In fact, we will be meeting with the Senator in the very near future to discuss the plan in more detail.”

Benedetto, reached in Albany the morning after the Board cast the unanimous show of support, said that he was going to introduce the legislation into the State Assembly the very day after the vote was taken and do all the necessary campaigning through committees and the full Assembly to get the needed support for full passage in the future.

Benedetto said that he is the chief sponsor of the bill in the Assembly.

Chief Apollo said the day after the unanimous vote was taken: “We are very grateful to the Board for giving us their full support in this endeavor. If we can get this amendment passed, it would give our Department more flexibility in the way we can operate, save us the cost of numerous fees we are now required to pay to the NYPD is order to operate, and increase our status within the law

enforcement community thereby opening up more avenues for effective support and partnership with other law enforcement agencies.”

Among the listed benefits of the passage of this proposed legislation would be the designation of Public Safety Officers as Peace Officers immediately upon graduating from training as opposed to waiting for the NYPD to complete a six-month investigation into each officer.

The legislation would allow the department to issue its own shields and identification cards, it would lift the current New York City residency requirements thereby attracting a greater pool of applicants to the department, create greater access to increased police training programs, and increase eligibility for grant opportunities and other forms of government support.

Apollo estimated that the potential cost savings if such legislation were to pass include the elimination of licensing fees, estimated at over $3,000 per year, a new tax exempt status saving more than $30,000 in taxes each year, and eliminate the required purchase of supplies and equipment from the NYPD, estimated to be up to $75,000 per year.

In supporting the Department by taking this unanimous vote, several Board Directors pointed to how other similar departments for housing developments constantly turn to Riverbay’s Public Safety Department for guidance in duplicating and emulating many of the successes of this department in maintaining such a low crime rate in such a densely populated area.

Board President Helen Atkins, in urging her fellow Board Directors to vote to support such an initiative, said, “It is clear that they need this status and we, as a community, need them to have it.”

The resolution of support as written and passed resolves that: “The Board of Directors supports legislation that would grant full peace officer status to Riverbay’s Public Safety Officers and that the President and management are authorized and directed to take all necessary steps to carry out this Resolution.”

The resolution was unanimously supported by all 14 Directors in attendance: Helen Atkins, Eleanor Bailey, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Leah Graham, Tony Illis, Daryl Johnson, Francine Reva Jones, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Rev. Calvin Owens, Al Shapiro, Ray Tirado, and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab.

Association of Building 14 Cooperators Ap r il Associa t ion M eet in g - Will be next Thursday, April 26th starting at 7:30 p.m. sharp. I am seeking a guest speaker, preferably on Personal Finances since April is Financial Awareness month.

P er son a l Sa fet y Wor k sh op s – On Saturday, May 5, the Association will host three one-hour seminars on Personal Safety in collaboration with the Co-op

City Public Safety Department’s Community Affairs Division. Each workshop will be geared to three specific groups - namely, 9-12 year old kids, seniors and females, and will include a discussion and, where possible, demonstrations of what people in these groups can do to protect themselves. Look for flyers as the workshop date approaches.

Su m m er F un Da y (Block Party) – A contest to create a poster to advertise our June 23rd Block Party is now underway.

The contest is open to any Building 14 cooperator, under 21 years of age. All entries must be received by the Association

by Friday, May 5th. The winner will receive a prize. Also, we need men (24 years of age and up) to help with event

setup and to serve as coaches for the basketball clinic, relay races and other outdoor activities. This is a perfect opportunity for men in the community to connect with and serve as role models for our children. Please contact me immediately.

Reach out to me at jdfergie31@ gmail.com or 917.612.1951.

—J .D. Fer gu son

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Continued cooperation from city and state agencies Coming off of the meeting held with the various city and state agencies on April 11th, we have already received positive results and feedback from a number of the agencies. Mr. David Bilotti of the New York State Thruway Authority has already made great inroads by having his work crews clear weeds and debris, cut grass and cultivate the land along I-95, parallel to Baychester Ave. In addition, he arranged to have four trees removed along the roadway on the opposite side of the highway, near the footbridge that would obstruct the view of pedestrians crossing the bridge, particularly at night and he added an additional light fixture on the bridge to improve visibility.

Ms. O’Neal–Davis of the City of New York’s Parks Department met with us on Tuesday to see the exact location of the tree stumps throughout the community. She will have them removed promptly and she has agreed to come back again on Monday, April 23rd to spend more time with us to identify dead trees, empty tree wells that need new trees planted and to review the condition of the medians along Bartow Ave. and Baychester Ave. particularly that need the soil turned over and require re-seeding and cultivating.

Ms. Effie Ardizzone of the City of New York’s Department of Environmental Protection has arranged to come out on Wednesday, April 26th to thoroughly identify the sewers and storm drains that require

Management Corner

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. cleaning and/or maintenance of one type or another. We are also responding to the point made by several of the agencies at the meeting, in terms of the housing company doing what it can to keep some of these areas clean, considering the fact that the people responsible for the litter and debris either live in Co-op City or visit people who live here.

In line with this thinking, we reached out to Ms. Sana Nasser, the Principal of Truman High School, to see if they were receptive to working with us, since some of the debris and garbage seen along the walkway, particularly near the bus stop on Baychester Ave. and the entrance to the foot bridge that goes across I-95, is the result of the students leaving their garbage behind after eating breakfast and lunch each day.

We have agreed to work together and we will alternate the days that the sidewalk area near the bus stop and footbridge is cleaned. We will place garbage liners in the receptacles provided by the Sanitation Department and will empty them when they are three quarters filled. The other sections of the walkway will be monitored by our groundsmen.

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Although we’ve had our reservations about this shared responsibility earlier on, the bottom line is that absent some type of collective effort, the problem will languish which will not serve anyone well and will mean that we will continue to have unsightly, unhealthy and unsanitary conditions for long periods of time just across the street from the property.

Hopefully, the Sanitation Department will provide additional garbage receptacles and No Littering signs that can be placed up and down Baychester Ave. which we believe will go a long way in keeping these areas clean.

On several occasion, we have submitted letters to the City of New York’s Department of Transportation requesting that additional stop signs, traffic lights and crosswalks be made in certain areas. We have also requested that the areas where water ponds, particularly at the cul de sacs that abut Buildings 12, 13 and 14, also Buildings 17, 18 and 19 be re-pitched so that the rain and snow runs to the city sewers. We will re-submit these requests and keep you informed of our progress in this initiative.

Part of our annual spring clean up and spruce up work includes taking the initiative to improve curb appeal. This is certainly the case with respect to the sidewalk repair work and the installation of a beautiful new planter box at the entrance to Section Five, near the old dumpster pad between Buildings 29 and 32. This new planter has not

only improved the appearance of this area, it corrected a condition that was a very bad trip hazard and will help to provide better control of illegal parking as well.

Our Grounds and Construction Departments are working together to channel paths along the large greenway for Sections 1 thru 4 to allow sprinklers to be run from several high rise buildings, which enables us to accelerate the process of germinating the greenway for the benefit of the ball fields, the trees and shrubbery and the overall appearance of the lawn area throughout the greenway.

The Construction Department is continuing its initiative of laying new concrete sidewalks and asphalt walkways throughout the complex as needed. In fact, over the last few weeks, this work has encompassed over 5,000 square feet of sidewalk area. The most prominent areas include the front of Building 4C and along the school campus, near garage two, including sections of Co-op City Blvd., near Building 9A, inside the DeFoe Place townhouse cluster and along Buildings 29A and 29C. Basically, the Construction Department will go from section to section, identifying those areas that need correction and doing the necessary work to correct, whether it be grinding down the concrete, replacing concrete flags or replacing asphalt walkways.

As always, we will keep you informed of our progress.

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Farewell, Mr. Noble To t h e E d it or : Gil Noble, the legendary journalist and TV host died on April 5th. His TV show, “Like It Is,” ran for thirty years and was described in a New York Times obituary as “a veritable archive of contemporary black history in America.”

The particular beauty of Noble’s historical perspectives is that they connected to issues of his time and ours.

Back in 1979, he spoke in Co-op City to an audience that filled all three sections of the auditorium in the Dreiser Center. It was September 8th and the main event of a Black Heritage Festival weekend.

During the day on Saturday, there had

been workshops on labor, health and science, politics, journalism, religion and the arts. On Sunday, there was a community fair on the greenway. Noble’s appearance was at the Saturday night main event where he spoke in his characteristic way – examining history to illuminate the present. His words then are relevant now.

Recalling the militancy of the sixties, especially among black youth, he said: “I wouldn’t be working for WABC now if it hadn’t been for the civil rights struggles of the Sixties. The backbone of that movement was the students and other young brothers and sisters. They were fearless and on fire about freedom. The movement they started

at lunch counters went on to challenge racism in every area of American life.”

Citing the massive introduction of drugs into the nation’s cities in the late Sixties, he charged that there appeared to be a deliberate effort to transform militancy and social purpose among black youth into machismo and consumerism. In a moving plea, he urged them to “be soldiers again!”

For years, Gil Noble’s “Like It Is” continued to look inquiringly at our times and at our history as they actually are.

His life and work blazed a path, educating those exposed to it, inspiring us to tell it “Like It Is.” —M it ch Ber kowit z

Disappointing front page To t h e E d it or : I was appalled at the front page of the March 24th issue of the City News where the Executive Editor chose to unnecessarily disparage the reputation of our presumptive Congressman who may be returning to Co-op City after a 10 year absence.

Now, I am no fan of Eliot Engel, but in my heart of heart, I don’t believe that he had any intentions of associating his coming back to Co-op City with this Al Jolson’s song, accompanied by black face.

My hope is that what Engel was trying to convey was that he started here, and

now he’s back. Back with more credentials, power, and knowledge to do what is needed here in Co-op City.

It is also up to us to sit with him and bring our concerns to him and his staff.

He’s here; let’s make sure he knows our needs.

—J oa n L . M u r r ell

First Readings - Riverbay Board of Directors Meeting, Wed., Apr. 18 RESOLUTIONS: • #12-27 (A) Co-op City Deadline Printing • #12-27 (B) Co-op City Richner Communication • #12-31 - Lease renewal Krishna Stationary Store, Inc. Bartow Ave.

Times Times – for Hari @ 2055

• #12-32 - Consent to Assignment Seven Seas Restaurant @ 2051 Bartow Ave. • #12-33 - Lease renewal for Kyu Soon Lee @ 2093A Bartow Ave. • #12-34 - Lease for Studio8, Inc. @ 2035 Bartow Ave. • #12-35 - Consent to Assignment for

Umpol Patra Akrakul @ 2033 Bartow Ave. • #12-36 – Purchase of Henry 660 Floor Adhesive • #12-38 – Courtesy Parking • #12-39 - Proto Construction Contract 2196, Balcony and Spandrel Repairs C/O • #12-40 – M International Contract 2225, Balcony and Spandrel Repairs C/O

Second Reading: #12-25 SUBM I T T E D BY: Tony Illis & Ray Tirado SE C ONDE D BY: Khalil AbdulWahhab & Othelia Jones BOAR D OF DI R E C TO R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Ap r il 18t h , 2012 W HER E AS, Riverbay’s Public Safety Department employs Public Safety Officers and Supervisors and W H E R E AS, all current and new Riverbay Public Safety Officers must apply to the New York City Police Commissioner for designation as Special Patrolman; and

W H E R E AS, duly designated New York City Special Patrolmen are granted peace officer powers pursuant to the NY Criminal Procedure Law but such peace officer powers are only granted when the Special Patrolman is acting pursuant to his/her special duties; and W H E R E AS, The Chief of Public Safety and the Co-op City PBA recommend the Board support State legislation that would grant full peace officer status to Public Safety Officers which, among other things, would remove the administrative burden of applying for Special Patrolman status to the New York City Police

Commissioner; and NOW, T HE R EF OR E , BE IT R E SOLVE D, that the Board of Directors supports legislation that would grant full peace officer status to Riverbay’s Public Safety Officers and that the President and management are authorized and directed to take all necessary steps to carry out this Resolution.

YE S: At kins, Ba iley, C ylich, Gor don, Gr a h a m, I llis, J ohn son , F. J ones, O. J ones, L eslie, Owens, Sha pir o, Tir a do, Abd ul-Wa hha b ABSE NT: Sa ntia go PASSE D

Second Reading: #12-24 SUBM I T T E D BY: Ber n a r d C ylich SE C O NDE D BY: An dr ea L eslie BOAR D OF DI R E C TO R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Ap r il 18t h , 2012

W H E R E AS, Co-op City is one of the largest naturally occurring retirement communities; and W H E R E AS, Many of the residents who use canes, walkers or wheelchairs

would benefit from automatic opening ADA compliant lobby doors; and W H E R E AS, Management anticipates a surplus in the near future due to the two 3% carrying charge increases.

N O W T H E R E F O R E BE I T R E SO LVE D, that if the surplus realized by the two 3% carrying charge increases is sufficient to fund the installation and maintenance of automatic opening ADA compliant lobby

doors that such surplus be prioritized for use in the next capital budget for the installation of automatic opening ADA compliant lobby doors.

Y E S : A t k i n s , Ba i l e y, C yl i c h , G or d on , G r a h a m , I l lis, J oh n son , F. J o n e s, O . J o n e s , L e s l i e , O we n s, Sh a p ir o, T ir a d o, Ab d u l -Wa h h a b ABSE NT: Sa n t i a go PASSE D (see page 19 for more resolutions.)

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Public Safety Report

Tips to prevent Identity Theft during income tax season

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers useful precautions residents should take to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft. Unscrupulous criminals have even found a way to use Americans’ eagerness to receive their tax refund as a means to attempt identity theft. The following information will help to avoid becoming the victim of identity theft in all situations.

This week, the New York City Police Department and the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance raided a tax preparer’s office in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx. This raid was initiated after people complained that they received debit cards that were supposed to contain their tax refund but instead had no value. Boxes of tax returns were seized from that location. It is unclear what other intentions these persons had for these documents. If you feel as though you may be affected, please contact the Internal Revenue Service for further instruction.

With many American households anxiously awaiting a Federal and State tax refund, criminals have attempted to gain access to people’s bank accounts. Never

yield to any request to give out your bank account number even if someone is promising to deposit money into your account.

Requests may come in the form of telephone calls or emails. It is the same old scam with a new face. The scam artist will not deposit money into your account, but rather, will make a hefty withdrawal. No United States Government agency will request your bank account number.

It is very important for everyone to remember to never give out bank account numbers, Personal Identification Numbers (P.I.N. numbers), Social Security Numbers or other confidential numbers which can provide access to financial records unless you initiate the contact. Legitimate bank employees should never call up customers requesting this information. Bank employees should be aware that customers know not to give out this type of information by telephone. Take down the employee’s name and phone number, make certain it matches the number you have on record for the financial institution. Only once you are sure that you are actually speaking with an employee from your bank should you even speak about your finances.

Always shred financial documents with personal information and account numbers before you discard them.

Never click on unsolicited e-mails, instead type a web address into your browser. Scam e-mails are often made to look like real bank e-mails.

Misspelling and grammatical errors are often indicators that the e-mail is a fraud. Contact OnGuardOnline.gov if you suspect e-mail fraud.

Be wary if you receive a check from a financial institution that you are not expecting. Reports have been received of persons receiving an unsolicited check in an express mail envelope. If this check is deposited into your account, the funds will not be available and you will be responsible for money.

Never wire money with the anticipation of receiving more money in the future.

Receiving a request to wire money to someone you don’t know should always send up a red flag. This scam pops up in a variety of different ways: apartment rentals on Craigslist, merchandise being sold on eBay, winning a sweepstakes, long lost relative in another country, job as a Mystery Shopper, etc. When in doubt, contact the police.

Monitor your credit reports with all three credit bureaus at least once per year. Free credit reports are available at www.AnnualCreditReport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228. Place a “Fraud Alert” if identity theft is suspected. Equifax: 1-800-525-6285, Experian: 1-888-397-3742 and Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289.

Also report any suspected identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission online at www.ftc.gov/idtheft.com, by phone 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-4384338) or by mail at Identity Theft Clearinghouse, Federal Trade Commission, Washington, DC 20580.

Reporting identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission helps law enforcement officials across the country in their investigations.

Take steps to protect your identity and be a smart consumer. Call the authorities immediately if you suspect you may have become the victim of identity theft. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 91-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

was treated and released for her injuries at a local hospital.

Ap r il 10, 2049 Ba r t ow Aven u e CCPD units responded to a report of a disorderly woman inside of the administration offices. Upon arrival, the woman was found highly agitated and was yelling and screaming, Officers attempted to calm her and told her to leave the area, but she refused, continuing her erratic behavior.

She was arrested and charged by officers

with disorderly conduct.

Ap r il 08, 141 E in st ein L oop CCPD units at this location were attempting to keep groups from congregating when one male refused compliance to leave the area and told officers he would not leave, thereby refusing to heed warnings. The male was placed under arrest and had to be subdued. He was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest and booked into the system.

Public Safety Blotter: April 8-14, 2012 Ap r il 13, 120 E lga r P la ce CCPD units were flagged down by a passersby who found a woman laying on the grass unconscious. When the Emergency Services Unit arrived, the certified Emergency Medical Technicians began resuscitation efforts. Once City EMS arrived, efforts continued to revive the victim who was later pronounced dead at the hospital. It is believed the woman jumped to her death after coming

off prescribed medication.

140 Deb s P la ce CCPD units were called to this location for a dispute. Upon arrival, it was learned that a husband apparently turned on his wife and made physical contact.

The man allegedly grabbed the woman, bruising her and at some point, choked her, leaving marks. The male was arrested by CCPD officers and booked into the Bronx Central Booking system. The wife

Blood Bank Here Today, April 21st Please Donate, Blood Donations are Urgently Needed The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be holding its bi-annual blood drive today, Saturday, April 21, in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

The blood drive being held today, Saturday, April 21, will take place 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, weighing a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is eligible to donate. Those above

the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so.

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.

New this year is a program called the Red Cell Advantage. In the past, donors received a small token gift as a thank you for their blood donations either from the Riverbay Community Group or the Blood Center. Now with the Red Cell Advantage, donors may earn points toward the gift of their choice. The more donations you make in a year, the more points you receive. Please ask for the Red Cell Advantage brochure for full detail and rules.

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. We look forward to seeing you later today and thank you in advance for your donation.

“Live and let live is good – Live and help live is better.”

—Joe Boiko

Veteran Hiring Fair in New York Co-op City veterans seeking employment can attend a RecruitMilitary Veteran Hiring Fair which will be held on Thursday, April 26 at the New Yorker Hotel on Eighth Avenue in New York City, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event, one of 50 hiring fairs being held around the nation in coming months, will be supported by local, regional and national companies interested in hiring veterans in New York next week. There will also be entrepre-

neurial and educational offerings, and veterans who already have civilian work experience, men and women who are transitioning from active duty to civilian life, members of the National Guard and reserves, military spouses, and other military family members are invited to attend.

“This is an especially great year to hire veterans – new tax credits for doing so apply throughout the year,” said Larry Slagel, Senior Vice

President of Sales at RecruitMilitary and a former Captain in the US Marine Corps. “The credits are available via the Vow to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (www.doleta.gov/business/incentives/o pptax/), which President Obama signed into law on November 21, 2011. The credits range from $2,400 to $9,600, depending on whether the veteran has a disability and how long he or she has been unemployed – and they apply to individuals who begin to work for an

employer from November 22, 2011, through December 31, 2012.”

The Vow to Hire Heroes Act also established a new target group of unemployed veterans. This group is similar to a group defined in the Recovery Act of 2009, which has expired. One major difference is that, under the Recovery Act, a veteran had to have left the service within 5 years of the hiring date to qualify. The Vow to Hire Heroes Act imposes no such limit.

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Board Election I am looking forward to a large turnout in the upcoming Board Elections. We, regardless of affiliation, must continue to raise our voting participation and involvement in Co-op City if we are to gather recognition and support from our Board members and city and state representatives.

Feed b a ck At this time of year I feel it helps to get feedback from the shareholders concerning your opinions on our Board of Directors.

I enjoy reading the feedback from the shareholders in the Co-op City Times, but it comes far and few between, so take the time to think about the work

Director’s Viewpoint

Raymond Tirado your Board members have and continue to do and send some feedback our way.

Remember you have a voice in Co-op City.

Let’s be heard.

Secu r it y As the weather improves, unfortunately, crime increases, so take the time to stay aware of your surroundings particularly in your building.

Open Board Meeting

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hours to get through the entire proceedings, but the time spent proved worthwhile and the discussions resulted in progress on many fronts, as well as meaningful dialogue on several key issues.

The first and perhaps most prominent order of business was to be the Board vote on an emergency resolution to approve more than $200,000 in spending from the reserve funds towards the preparation of third party reports needed for the HUD refinancing to be approved.

Additionally, according to the emergency resolution, $1.8 million for the HUD application fee and $3 million for a rate lock fee were also to be approved as part of the same emergency resolution.

Riverbay Counsel Jeffrey Buss, who is currently involved in the negotiations with HUD and Wells Fargo representatives, said while significant progress is being made, it is not necessary at this time for the Board to approve such funding as other matters remain to be worked out. At Buss’s suggestion, the Board tabled the vote until at least the next meeting.

Herb Freedman of Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. advised the Board and shareholders attending the meeting that leading HUD representatives are due to again tour the community on May 9th.

Riverbay, under the guidance of Well Fargo, has been attempting to work out a refinancing deal through the federal agency, worth up to $600 million. That agreement, if accomplished, would save the community approximately $4 million per year in financing costs over the existing loan Riverbay currently has with New York Community Bank (NYCB). Riverbay negotiated an opt-out clause in the NYCB loan agreement which gives them time to seek a better deal if one is available and the HUD loan appears to be that deal if it can be worked out over the next five months.

The deadline for opting out of the NYCB mortgage is September 15th.

Another emergency resolution called for the offering of rewards of $2,500 to help Public Safety and NYPD in finding those responsible for violent felony crimes committed in the community.

The Board Directors discussed several issues raised regarding this policy, specifically setting a policy on how to determine which crimes warrant a reward being set, where in the budget the money should come from, and how to determine on what basis the reward should be paid out.

After a lengthy discussion, the resolution failed largely because six Directors abstained from the vote, while

six voted yes and another two voted no.

A new lease for the Co-op City offices of Assemblyman Mike Benedetto in the Dreiser Community Center was approved by a vote of 13 to 1, but only after a lengthy discussion regarding the set price for this and other spaces within the community. Another lease for new expanded space for the Co-op City Pharmacy in Section 5 was approved unanimously.

The Board also unanimously approved a resolution supporting the Department of Public Safety in its effort to gain Peace Officer status for its officers through the New York State legislature (see story on page 1).

In another unanimous vote, the Board approved a contract change order to allow APA Restoration Corp. to do roof replacements on additional buildings and additional repairs on other buildings. The change order brings the total value of the contract to approximately $6.3 million.

In another key vote, which also turned out to be unanimous, the Board authorized management to prioritize funds from an anticipated cash surplus to be used for the commencement of the installation of automatic ADA compliant lobby doors in all buildings and to make the cost of such installation a priority in the next capital budget.

Freedman said that it is estimated that each of the new automated doors will cost the corporation approximately $80,000 and a total of 65 lobby doors are needed. Riverbay also has to wait for permission from the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal in order to begin the bidding process, it was stated.

The issue of Riverbay commercial properties being undervalued, which was touched on by several Board Directors during the discussion over lease renewals, was brought up again as representatives from Cushman and Wakefield, a leading New York-based commercial real estate interest, made a presentation to the shareholders on a recent study it completed regarding Riverbay’s three shopping centers and other commercial properties.

Fred Smith, an executive vice president for Cushman and Wakefield, stated during the 15-minute presentation that Co-op City’s commercial properties are leased at way below market rate for this area, citing a number of businesses in the community who pay far less than what other similar businesses pay in comparable shopping centers in the borough.

If you observe something or someone suspicious, notify our CCPD immediately.

I would like to have feedback from you on the following. I sent a proposal to the Board and Management on a security improvement that I believe would benefit the shareholders and help keep maintenance costs down.

I proposed the Department of Public Safety create a security alarm monitoring service and make it available to the shareholders.

The service would also provide the use of a personal alarm that can be kept on your person in case of emergency in the apartment or close proximity of.

The alarm itself would cover your main entry point and additional points as needed and would not have an audible siren in the apartment. This service would help inject some revenue into our budget to help offset increases.

As I said, I would appreciate your feedback, positive or negative.

As a member of the Security Committee, I feel it’s incumbent upon myself to assist in increasing the level of security in Co-op City.

Remember, if you see something suspicious, call the CCPD and 9-1-1.

You may contact me at ccdirector @optonline.net; or by calling 718-3203351. Thank you.

Smith and others also mentioned that the three shopping centers are in need of modernization, including repairing and upgrading the plazas and improving the signage to reflect a more attractive and modern shopping center capable of competing against other adjacent shopping centers.

Smith told the more than 100 shareholders in attendance at the time that this all could be done at no cost to the community by sub-leasing the shopping centers to an interested commercial developer who would pay for and make the needed improvements, and run the shopping centers with Riverbay being paid a negotiated rent which Smith said would be far above what the community and its shareholders presently realize from the three shopping areas.

Smith’s pitch was met by a large degree of skepticism from the shareholders, many of whom expressed concerns about the businesses who currently occupy the centers being priced out of their spaces, as well as the community programs, such as day care centers, religious organizations and community organizations who provide needed services to the community on a daily basis from these three centers.

Some shareholders, including Kevin Lambright of the Building 21 Association, said that maintaining a good working relationship with merchants who have served this community for many decades is perhaps more important than increasing the community’s bottom line. “Maintaining the community and the people in it is, I think, more important,” Lambright said in speaking from the audience.

Several Board Directors expressed similar concerns and Smith countered by saying that the terms of any prospective lease with a developer can be negotiated to have a certain percentage of the centers reserved for community programs and businesses that serve the community with essential programs, such as day care centers and youth programs.

It was also mentioned that increasing the earning potential of the community’s commercial properties would make Coop City more attractive to potential lenders, including the representatives of HUD who are now considering a refinancing agreement with Riverbay.

At the end of the presentation, the Board took a consensus vote asking Cushman and Wakefield representatives to prepare a specific Request for Proposals for potential subleasing agreements in order to give the Board some-

thing more concrete to consider.

Another consensus vote appointed Director Raymond Tirado the chairman of a soon-to-be-formed Co-op City History Committee.

The gallery session, which did not begin until shortly before 11 p.m., only featured four speakers who remained from the original sign-in sheet.

Shareholder Stuart Edwards asked the Board why there have been so few open Board meetings in recent years.

While no specific answer was given immediately, Board President Helen Atkins said that any two Board Directors can call an open Board meeting.

Director Bernard Cylich countered this by saying when he was first elected to the Board, he and another Board Director tried to call an open meeting but was rebuffed by the fact that not enough Directors would agree to attend to make the required quorum.

Edwards also expressed frustration that he and other shareholders had to wait so long to speak on Wednesday evening. Board Director Rev. Calvin Owens explained that an open Board meeting was a chance for shareholders to see the Board conducting normal business and that is exactly what was taking place. Owens suggested that if the community wants gallery sessions to be more featured, perhaps meetings should be held occasionally which feature only gallery sessions.

Shareholder Harriet Silver shared that she enjoyed seeing the Board conduct business and she thinks shareholders should be given that chance much more often. She also shared her opinion that Riverbay should stop paying for the citymandated asbestos abatement work which costs the community approximately $4 million per year, especially in light of the tens of thousands of tests conducted which have shown not one case of hazardous airborne asbestos.

Freedman and Riverbay Counsel Buss explained that to defy the city and stop the work without any kind of agreement to do so would place the community at risk of default and furthermore give the government authority to replace the Board and then take control of the community with their own-appointed Board.

Silver expressed skepticism that the city would take such drastic action and called on shareholders to actively protest the city’s unjust requirements which places an unfair financial burden on the community.

The meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:30 p.m.

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Trying to make sense of the loan labyrinth There is understandable puzzlement over why Riverbay now seeks a $600 million refinancing of a $555 balloon loan made just last year. The 2011 loan, in turn, replaced a $480 million balloon loan made in 2004. When did it all start and why?

The story begins in early 1998. At that time, Co-op City’s infrastructure required a major injection of funds, and Goldman Sachs was chosen to find if state agencies would refinance the remainder of Riverbay’s outstanding mortgage, and provide an additional $275 million for capital projects – nearly half a billion dollars in all.

In 1999, a new Board leadership hired the Marion Scott Real Estate Company to manage Riverbay replacing a recently hired General Manager who then resigned. We were told that new management was directed to begin negotiating for recapitalization of our mortgage with NYS Housing Finance Agency, the same agency that funded Riverbay’s original $323 million mortgage.

Negotiations dragged on for more than four years, when, in mid-2003, a section of a garage floor collapsed and the city’s Department of Buildings ordered Riverbay garages to be closed, and the Greenways were black-topped to accommodate the displaced cars. No money was available for the black-topping work because management had exhausted the $47.8 million reserve account squirreled away by a previous Board for such emergencies. In desperation, a $6 million bridge loan was obtained from HFA to pay for closing the garages and converting the Greenways for parking. This emergency seems to have spurred negotiations with HFA for a comprehensive refinance package.

Consequently, in February 2004 the

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cyclich Board reported that HFA was prepared to provide a self-liquidating, low-interest mortgage—but the agency insisted that a cooperator referendum be held to approve both the refinance package and the 19.5% carrying charge increases, as well as increases in fees for garages, hall closets, and so on. Cooperators approved the measure by a comfortable margin, but by early July, and for unknown reasons, the HFA offer of a $503 million recapitalization mortgage was reduced to $425 million by New York State Public Authorities Control Board - well below what was needed.

O UT O F T H E P OT – INT O T H E F RYI NG PAN Searching again for funds, Riverbay turned to Meridian Capital Group, associated with a former Marion Scott manager. Meridian recommended New York Community Bank (NYCB), which offered a $480 million, non-self-liquidating, 15-year balloon loan with variable interest. The loan would pay off the balance of the HFA mortgage, including the $6 million bridge loan. It would provide $230 million for capital projects, including $26 million for reserve. But it would also leave us, after fifteen years, in an unenviable position: only $36 million of the principal would have been paid off, and we would have a huge balance to refinance!

By 2006, the second year of the loan, because of major cost overruns for garage restoration and power plant cogeneration upgrade, management placed $15 million of capital projects on hold. Among the halted projects was a $5 million lobby door replacement, which is now not scheduled to begin until 2016.

Because of delays in the start-up of the cogeneration plant, management’s initial projected savings did not materialize until almost three years later.

Facing a shortfall, even after exhausting the reserve in the new loan, management ordered a halt to the restoring of the Greenway in sections 1-4, and the slowing down of the window replacement, balcony, and facade leak work. A $6 million bridge loan was obtained from NYCB to speed up the window replacement and balcony repairs.

RE L IE F IN SI GH T ? – NOT QUIT E Early in 2010, cogeneration finally began to produce power. This benefit cut our Con-Ed bills in half, allowing management to increase Local Law 11 work (on balconies and facades). But we were hit with an unanticipated expense—a $10.3 million New York City water and sewer tax that increased to $16 million by 2011. Unpaid, the bill began accruing penalties.

Unrelenting financial pressures forced renewed search for refinancing/recapitalization of the $480 million mortgage from 2004. Welcome news arrived when the federal Housing and Urban Development agency revised its 223(f) regulations in mid-2010 whereby multifamily developments, like ours, are eligible for mortgage insurance guarantees at fixed, low-interest, self-liquidating terms. Without a guarantee by a government agency, private lenders

would offer only 15-year balloon loans at variable interest rates. Wells Fargo, engaged by Riverbay to be its lender, promptly lobbied HUD, but found that government-backed loan insurance could not be secured immediately.

Management, therefore, presented a budget in 2011 calling for two 3 percent increases to speed completion of capital projects and at the same time began negotiating with NYCB for recapitalization of the $480 million mortgage obtained in 2004. A management claim (Co-op City Times, 4/30/2011) that the HUD deal was dead was contradicted by what Wells Fargo was reporting.

I S T H E R E E VE R A L IG H T AT T H E E ND O F T H E T UNNE L ?

The new Board seated in June 2011 heard Wells Fargo representatives say that though finalizing would take some months they believed a HUD loan guarantee would come through. Despite this hopeful news, the Board accepted the NYCB recapitalization. The NYCB $555 million mortgage would speed up completion of unfinished work and pay for city water taxes, but the annual cost at the end of fifteen years, would jump from $34 million to $49 million, after which we’d still owe $400 million. A further snag, getting out of the NYCB loan when the HUD deal materializes will require paying a $9 million “prepayment penalty.”

If that HUD loan came through tomorrow, a $600 million, 35-year, selfliquidating, low-interest (4.35%) mortgage would cost us $33.5 million a year -- a savings of over $150 million for the first 15 years alone, with even greater savings over the remaining 20 years of the mortgage. No effort should be spared to secure such a win-win proposition for Co-op City.

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Following my own convictions I want to thank all those cooperators who have called and wished me well, and complimented me on my recent Viewpoints. I remain the same, I always will think of my fellow cooperators and what’s best for this community first. Never will I go along just to get along. No, I must follow my own convictions and what I believe is right for Co-op City and not simply advocate what’s good for me, which unfortunately, some have been prone to do too often.

We are at a crucial point, pursuing the possibility of a loan from HUD, so it’s important to show stability and a responsible Board. I’m amazed that anyone would think I’m a cheerleader for management, because I’m not, and never have been. But, just as important, I’ve never been a cheerleader for those negative forces that have nothing good to say about Co-op City. I’m here to represent and advocate for you, the cooperators, not to do what any one group or entity wants me to do to help advance their own personal agendas.

That’s not what I’m about, and never have been.

There is no question I am not satisfied with how some departments are working, or perhaps I should say not working, at Riverbay. I’m not sure how arbitrarily throwing management out of Co-op City without a plan benefits anyone, especially when management has been the one talking with Wells Fargo and others about the possibility of a HUD loan, which is in our interest if we can obtain one. Sorry to say to the one-

Director’s Viewpoint

Tony Illis issue folks, but privatization is dead, finished, no more.

Jumping up and down, or screaming in place, and playing the blame game by pointing accusatory fingers at this one and that one is not going to change the reality of the landscape.

I first came to Co-op City to live in affordable housing in a safe community, as did many, many people and families I know. We didn’t move to Co-op City to one day become real estate mavens, wheeling and dealing to some day sell our apartments on the open market. Co-op City is our home, not a pit stop on the way to what some have miscalculated and been bamboozled into thinking is a real estate gold mine where they can sell their apartments. It doesn’t work that way, and was never meant to, and I know from all I talk to each and every day, the majority of cooperators are happy with living here the way they are. Even if you could sell your apartment, and the Trump lawsuit which might result in an astronomical tax burden when it is eventually determined, makes privatization less of an opportunity, where would people here live? As far as I’m concerned, my home is my home and you can’t put a monetary value on that.

Fellow cooperators, now is also the time to begin organizing and letting our

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voices be heard against the outrageous $4 million per year we are being forced to pay for unnecessary asbestos abatement work with our floor tiles when there is no hazard. We have the evidence, an extensive study where 70,000 air samples were taken and not one proved positive, but now is the time for us to stand up and shout out and say, “We’re not going to take it anymore.”

Ask the question, “Why us?” Why are the city and state forcing us to do expensive, unnecessary work which no other housing with similar floor tiles is required to do. There is absolutely no danger or health hazard with asbestos in our floor tiles. The asbestos is contained in the mastic glue in the tiles and is therefore, not friable, or airborne, and that means no person has contact with it. So, if there is no threat or problem, why do we have to do such expensive air monitoring and abatement work when the money we spend on this could be used in so many other areas of our community.

We have spent some $20 million on the unnecessary abatement work on our floor tiles over the past five years. Just think what we could have done with $20 million. And we’re expected to pay $4 million this year, yet the state also wants us to pay a 3% carrying charge increase, which translates into about $3 million. Commonsense shows that a 3% carrying charge increase wouldn’t be needed if we didn’t have to pay $4 million for the unnecessary abatements work, and that’s why now is the time for all of us to come together and con-

centrate on one goal, letting the city and state know we will no longer be passive victims of mindless bureaucratic regulations which punish the people of Coop City.

Former Assemblyman Stephen Kaufman, with the help of former DEP Commissioner Joseph Miele, an impressive guy, have given us the groundwork with their extensive study.

Now, it’s up to us to rally around and show we have a voice. I’m going to reach out to churches and organizations in Co-op City to begin to organize a rally with Mr. Kaufman to demonstrate that we have the voter strength to demand this travesty be stopped. Our so-called elected officials should also come. Where have they been while we’ve been suffering this financial burden, a financial burden that our seniors and those on a fixed income should not have to be subjected to.

I plan to talk with Mr. Kaufman, and our President Helen Atkins, and I will let all of you know when we can have such a rally. Remember, no one can complain about a potential carrying charge increase later this year if we don’t stand up and protest $4 million being spent for unnecessary work on our floor tiles.

As I’ve said before, it’s time for Mayor Bloomberg and Governor Cuomo to recognize that we are being punished unfairly under their administrations.

Give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475 @gmail.com— no attachments, please.

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Changing the culture in this community First, let's tackle one issue that appeared in last week's April 14, 2012, edition of this newspaper. That issue was about a cooperator that lost all of her money because her apartment was left open for one year and three months, 15 months.

Management wrote a letter that stated, "the cooperator in question broke their lease without notice to the corporation."

Now, if that statement was true, then why did a Riverbay inspector go to her home and inspect her apartment just before she moved out and tell her that she did not need any renovations?

How is this possible?

Look, there was a waiting list that included cooperators that already live here. So, you mean to tell me that no one could have simply transferred to her apartment within 15 months?

Now, based on management's response, all of the blame for keeping apartments open here can simply be tied to HCR. However, management wrote in their response, "HCR recently required a change of the Riverbay policy so that an outgoing cooperator is only charged for up to 90 days and not until the unit is sold."

Why did the NYS Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) agency write this message to Riverbay and to management? Why? Did they think that Riverbay's business practices were appropriate?

Look, management knows that they can keep an apartment open until they decide to fill the apartment. And, none of your equity has to be returned to you.

This lady that moved to Jamaica, WI lost all of her money--$9,000. Is this the proper way to conduct business?

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Again, what would you do if this happened to you?

Nevertheless, please think about the following point in another manner.

Would you send a response to a newspaper article that accused you of keeping an apartment open 15 months that said, "HCR recently required a change of the Riverbay policy so that an outgoing cooperator is only charged for up to 90 days and not until the unit is sold"?

You've just turned the tables on yourself and proved that I was correct with my viewpoint!

Anyway, logically, why would you write a response like that and expose your contrary business practices to the entire community here? Does this make any sense?

Bottom line: A lot of other people have complained about being cheated out of their equity once they've transferred to other apartments or they've left Co-op City. So, at this point, I absolutely should not have to convince anyone in this community about the business practices of Riverbay and this management company in regards to this issue.

Plus, there is no way that I would ever write an article and accuse management or anyone of anything bad unless I could overwhelmingly prove my point.

Nevertheless, that's why I am deter-

mined to put a stop to these outrageous business practices and I would like for this entire community to please stand with me as we contemplate on making substantial changes to the way that we conduct business here.

M an agem ent First, depending on the right people that we select to be on this Board, we are going to end the old ways of doing business here.

Thereafter, we are going to get a manager or a management team in Co-op City that will conduct business in a professional and in a beneficial way to us--period!

Thereafter, we can work on many matters here, in a timely fashion.

First, we can start interviewing potential developers on some of the new building projects that are needed for this community.

Thereafter, we can reorganize our budget so that we can possibly eliminate or control the carrying charge increase that is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2012.

Ask yourself: Why didn't management reduce the budget so that this community can prove that we don't need another increase?

Vot e You have read many articles in this newspaper about faulty business practices here, in my opinion. And, as you read above, management, unwittingly, wrote an incredible response that completely proves my points about their business practices.

Now, in the next few weeks, you're going to have to decide who is going to be on this Board and how you want business to be conducted here.

Nevertheless, I do want to extend an invitation to all of the cooperators that

have never voted in one of our elections before. And, I want you to see that we can make this community a whole lot better than what it is right now. However, your vote is needed.

Goa ls One of my goals is to make Co-op City into one of the best communities in NYC. Now, to reach this goal, we need good people with good ideas to work on the Board. And, we need a strong management team, with good business practices, that can help us take this place to the next level.

Now, some people say that they don't want to vote. However, we will lose if we don't exercise our strength in this community. And, our money will simply get wasted. And, that's why I want to help everyone to see the need to remove Board members and managers when they develop an indifferent attitude towards this community.

Therefore, please read the upcoming articles about the candidates. And, then, please decide whom should represent the best interests of this community.

And, then, please make a solid decision to vote properly.

Now, in closing, I would like for everyone to please think about these points and help us make Co-op City into one of the best communities in NYC. Thank you.

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

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

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Building 10 Association Greetings to all. On April 30th, we will have an association meeting. The certified candidates who are running for the Riverbay Board of Directors have been invited to come and meet their neighbors.

Please come and hear them out and find out a little about their slate and views.

These are the very people who will want

your votes come May 16th. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. that Monday night.

Thank goodness our laundry room is complete with its upgrade. Please be mindful to pick up after yourselves especially if you use those fabric softener sheets and dispose of them properly. We are seeking a vice president for Building A and B. If you

would like to volunteer, please let us know.

We welcome your help. Reminder to complete income affidavits and return to CSO office. Be kind and courteous to your neighbors; It improves all of our quality of life. Enjoy your week and be the eyes and ears of your building and neighborhood. If you see something not right, call Public

Safety.

A speedy recovery and prayer go out to our neighbor Don as he recovers from his surgery. Glad to see he’s home and doing well. Welcome to our new neighbors who have just moved into the buildings. Hope to see you at our meetings.

—E velyn Sa n t ia go

Building 24 Association Hi, neighbors!!! We are so pretty in pink, it is a pleasure to look out our windows. I think so!!! O.K., let’s get real. I missed last week’s edition because of a wrong number. Someone took the copy to be faxed but gave the wrong number. SO SORRY. First, I want to thank the cooperators who went to the JukeBox celebration. We had a wonderful time. Thanks for your company and participation.

NEXT, our meeting was held on Tuesday, the 10th. Wow, we had some new cooperators attending and our speaker, our new CSO, Ms. Aldea, was pleasur-

able and up to all questions, situations and other concerns presented to her.

Thanks, Ms. Aldea and thanks to the new cooperators who came for the first time.

NEXT: I have been chastised for not giving acknowledgement to birthdays, illness and family loss to our neighbors.

Well, here goes: Happy birthday to all Aries and Taurus cooperators. For those who may be under the weather, with medical help and arrival of Spring, we are sure you will be up and about soon.

Family loss cannot be lessened by words.

Your grief is not alone, when we know of

the loss. Memories are a sure way to ease your loss.

LAST: Our meetings for this year have been on an upswing, not very high, but encouraging to keep on keeping on. We will let you know what we will be about in May. First for May, get ready for our annual Mother’s Day Cake sale. More next writing. ALSO, our Board Elections are the major concern for the month of May. Please read the house paper; attend public meetings where available and above all, V O T E. If we as cooperators do not vote, we have no way to express

our likes and dislikes with the Board members. In unity, there is strength.

Come on, let's show the Board members how strong we are going to be this year (I hope).

Due to weather and other adverse conditions, we have not been collecting DUES, but we will be collecting when possible. So, if you have not paid yours, don't spend it, keep it, we will take it soon.

Spring is here; So let's Spruce up and Spring out for meetings together.

—C elest in e W it h ey

Building 13 Association Come and meet the new officers of Building 13 Association as they are swornin at our next general membership meeting on Thursday, April 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the back of the building.

Our next session of Women Keeping It Real is scheduled for Saturday, April 21, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Association Room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place).

It's an INSPIRING, INSIGHTFUL, INFORMATIVE and often HILARIOUS social gathering of women of all ages discussing various issues. Remember! You must be 18 and over to participate. YOU and your friends are welcome. DON'T MISS IT!

Floor captains meeting: Due to the scheduled open forum in April, the floor captain meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Room. You should submit items that need to be addressed or repaired on your floor to the Captain, Mrs. Santiago in Apt. 27C. The information will be reported at the janitorial and grounds meeting. If you would like to be a floor captain, you are welcome to attend. We can always use more eyes to help us keep our building looking good.

Membership dues are being collected.

Yearly dues collection dates will be posted in the building bulletin board. Please join.

Your membership helps us continue our many programs and events. Membership dues are $5.

The Summer Fun Day in the park to be held on Saturday, June 23, from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. (rain date: June 30th) will be an event you don't want to miss. If you love games, races, basketball, music, popcorn and cotton candy, then this is the place to be. Come out and meet your neighbors, have fun with your family, watch the fun or join the largest cupid slide in Co-op City. We are looking for volunteers to show youth how to play skelsys (skully), for the basketball competition and various other activities. If you

would like to help make this the best day ever, speak to the Youth and Adult Social Committee (info. below).

For information on any events, check the bulletin board or contact: Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, Valerie Gunn at 718-862-0308 or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com.

Please help us to improve the quality of ALL of our cooperators. Report any criminal activities to Public Safety at (718) 320-3050 and/or the 45th Precinct at (718)-822-5411.

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

—O lu biyi Seh in dem i (M r. B)

Building 33 Association The Building 33 Association invites you to come out to the building meeting on Tuesday, April 24, 7 p.m. in the association room in the back of the building.

Our invited guest will be Mr. Vernon Cooper, the General Manager for

Marion Scott, our managing firm for Co-op City.

Please come down and make this meeting a large success. If you have questions, write them down and get involved in the question and answer ses-

sion. The Harriet Tubman Democratic Club will host a Memorial Tribute and Forum for Trayvon Martin and Ramarley Graham, on Saturday, April 28th at 3-8 p.m. in the Einstein Community Center, Room #45, 135

Einstein Loop (Section 5). All are invited, especially the young men and women in the community. We will have an open mike to express your concerns.

Get well wishes to the sick and shut-in.

—P a t r icia Bon a p a r t e

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club The HTDC would like to pay tribute to the late distinguished broadcast journalist, Gil Noble "Like It Is," who we can compare to the late great Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, "Race Man." The community is invited to "A Memorial Tribute and Forum" for Trayvon Martin and Ramarley Graham on Saturday, April 28 - Einstein Community

Center - Room 45, Section 5 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come out and join the national debate and share your thoughts on "How do we keep Hope alive" despite the realities and deeply ingrained negative beliefs about Black boys and men in particular.

How do we convey that every American child deserves full rights and respect regardless of race, color or previous mis-

takes. Refreshments will be served. If you have an opinion, come out and share it.

We will have an open mike.

Please hold the date for an old fashion FISH FRY on Saturday, May 19, Dreiser Center. On Saturday, April 21, we will be dancing and partying with the Coalition To Save Affordable Housing at their Annual Spring Dance - Dreiser Center

from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.

We encourage shareholders to visit the Bronx Museum to view the Baseball Exhibit that features Blacks who broke down racial barriers in the sport of baseball for this generation.

Please VOTE in the upcoming elections. Join OUR club. Call 718-320-8088 for Voter Registration Cards.

Debs Place Townhouse Association Our next meeting will be held on May 10th, 7 p.m., Room 1, Dreiser Center. Debs Place. Townhouse Association will take place on April 12th, Dreiser Community Center, Room

1, at 7 p.m. Membership dues are $10 per family, per year. Light refreshments will be served.

Thanks to all members who attended our meeting on April 12th. Mr. Pearson,

Building 2 Association Please come and join us at a preMother’s Day gathering on Saturday, May 5th between 1-4 p.m. We are calling it "Tea for Two." There will be refreshments and music. Several items will be raffled off. There will be door prizes. Come dressed to impress. We

want everyone to be there even though it is a Mother’s Day celebration. Bring a friend. Tickets: $2. It will be held at the Building Association meeting room which is located on the B-side. We want to meet and greet all of our neighbors.

—C a r lyn J on e s

the Assistant Director of Grounds, was our speaker. After discussion and input, Mr. Pearson outlined the steps he and his staff will undertake to prepare our grounds for the spring and summer sea-

sons. We extended our appreciation.

Speedy recovery to all our ill members and best wishes to all who celebrated birthdays in April and May. —R ich a r d I . L a wson , J r.

Cooperators United We are canceling our next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 24th, due to scheduling conflicts.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 22nd.

Congratulations to all who are celebrating a special day this month. Our

thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, lost relatives/friends, our shutins and to our troops.

If you see something, say something.

We can be reached at MLSAH @aol.com.

—S on j a M a xwell

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Black Forum Next Defensive Dr iving Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, May 19, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license.

Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 11/2 weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course.

Hea lt h a ler t!

How much do you value your health?

Obesity has been linked to several maladies that afflict the very young to those in their

golden ages. It has become all too obvious that Co-op City needs to lose weight—not tomorrow, but now. To help you, the Black Forum is embarking on a new health program. Look out for dates. Make this your new year’s resolution. This program will last for some time to come whereby you will be taught how to cook and eat sensibly, as a new way of life. We expect to have programs in both the Dreiser and Einstein Centers. For more information, please call to register and begin a new way of life, 718320-8035. Don’t wait until it’s too late— YOUR HEALTH COMES FIRST. There’ll be guest speakers, nutritionist and motivational speakers to help you.

Bla ck For um Aer obics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes

are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Bla ck For um’s Lyons Ma ne Tr a ck C lub Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, or to register your child, please call (718) 320-8035.

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

have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags.

In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

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

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

—Tony Illis

Broun Place Townhouse Association The next Association meeting is scheduled on Thursday, April 26, at 7 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Room 28. Our invited guest is Assemblyman Michael Bennedetto. Mark this date on your calendar and make every effort to attend.

I hope everyone enjoyed their Passover and/or Easter celebration.

The Buildings & Grounds Department has already begun work on the walkway in Broun Place – repairing broken bricks, etc.

Since we seem to have an early summer (I do not know what happened to spring!), the flowers will be distributed and planted soon.

I will follow up with Buildings & Grounds to get an exact date. We thank Mr. Cooper, Ms. Juanita Net and Ms. Gail BadgerMorgan for keeping their word and following through on issues that needed to be addressed in Broun Place.

It is your duty to vote, whether it is a local or national election and/or the

Our next general membership meeting is Monday, April 23, 7:30 p.m., Activity Room. At our meeting, we will discuss building issues, laundry and security.

We will also discuss our Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association Get-ToKnow-Your-Neighbor Day scheduled for Saturday, May 5th. Needed are volunteers and cakes for this event, along with setting a time.

Our Section 2 Kids Fun Day is Saturday, June 23rd. This event is co-sponsored by Buildings 11, 13 and 14 in collaboration with Riverbay Corporation’s Community Relations Department and is going to be, weather permitting, a day for us to come together as neighbors, as well as a great kids day. Please volunteer a couple of hours for this event which starts at 12 p.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m.

Let’s keep the pressure on to save our

Dreiser Loop Post Office.

If you have recently moved to another apartment or are a newcomer to Co-op City, please register to vote. It’s more important than ever that we vote not only in November, but for our Annual Riverbay Board of Directors. If you need voting forms for November, see our lobby attendant or come to our general membership meeting and pick up a form. The importance of voting this year is extremely important. Let’s not turn back the clock. Everyone has a right to vote. Let your voice be heard loud and clear.

If you see something, say something.

Call 9-1-1 and Riverbay Security at 718671-3050.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who are sick, shut-in and have lost relatives/friends and to our troops. The best to everyone celebrating a special day this

Riverbay Board of Directors. If we want our voices to be heard, we must let our representatives know how we feel. By not voting, we are not only giving our votes away, but our voices too. We have no right to complain if we do not participate in the process to elect people whom we feel will represent us to the best of their abilities. EVERY VOTE COUNTS! So please vote, vote, vote.

If you observe any suspicious activity, please call 9-1-1 first; then contact Public

Safety at 718-671-3050.

We pray for a speedy recovery for all our neighbors experiencing health challenges and to the homebound. We also extend our condolence to anyone who has lost a loved one. Congratulations to those celebrating a birthday or a special event. You can email us at brounplaceassoc@hotmail.com. Be good to yourself and everyone else; after all, it will not cost you anything!

—Ma r jor ie Helms

Building 12 Association

Building 21 Association Abunda nt R esour ces Spring greetings to everyone with their hearts and minds turned on. As we enjoy this God gifting weather we are having, let’s not forget to be respectful to one another and our “check a neighbor” theme.

Just as promised, we are implementing new initiatives that you suggested. We thank you all for your suggestions and wonderful input. As we said in the beginning, we know we cannot appease every single individual idea, but we will try to accommodate the masses. We are always open to carry new initiatives in the very near future so do not hesitate to contact us to let us know your thoughts. Fortunately, we have been blessed with a building of families and individuals with many talents so we urge you to participate and make a difference here in your community.

Last Tuesday at our monthly meeting, we launched our Mega Ticket Share (MTS). This enables those who are active in building activities to share winnings of

$100 or more in one of the NYS Lottery drawings every month. Details on how to get on the list is available upon request or at the meetings.

There will be a slight change in the scheduling of our next meeting. As we know, the next election of the Riverbay Board of Directors is upon us. We will have an inclusive opportunity to meet the candidates first hand up-close and personal. In order to do this, we have changed the date of our May meeting. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, May 9, at 6:30 p.m. We know and understand that this may cause inconvenience to some, but it is only one day in May and an opportunity for you to foresee the future of Co-op City.

We are neighbors and we are family, we will all win by working, sharing and living together.

For further correspondence: 21association@gmail.com or call us at 347-5041821.

—Kevin L a m b r ight

month.

We send our heartfelt sympathy to Leslie Peterson, President of Building 13, on the

loss of her father.

We can be reached at MLSAH —Sonja Ma xwell @aol.com.

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temporary removed from the game, leaving the Cyclone with only eight players. His returns to the game enabled the team to continue playing, avoid a forfeit and eventually win the game.

In their second game, the Cyclones offense exploded with two over the fence home runs by Jhojandy Hernandez, on base walks to Jacob Whitfield, Antonio Rodriquez, Derek Marin, and solid hits by Jonathan Garcia, Sajay Singh and Bryan Grant. Sajay Singh was the winning pitcher, with a shut out and 15 strikeouts.

The Atlas Restoration Corp. Junior Division Yankees, Mgr. Al Santiago, also started the season 2-0 with wins over Pelham Bay and Astor. In the game against Pelham, the Yankees came back in the last inning to win 9-8 on a clutch hit by Amari Nwogu.

Vijay Singh and Aiden Gomes both reached base three times and both scored three times. Elijah Miller had several key hits. Aiden Gomes was the starting pitcher and Brandon Nazario relieved. Against Astor, Elijah Miller pitched going the distance with seven strikeouts, allowed two hits and one earned run.

Outstanding defense by Brandon Nazario, and hits by Aidan Gomes, Vijay Singh, Matt Medina, and Elijah

contributed to the 12-1 win.

The Knights of Pythias Senior Division team, Mgr. Erick Dixon, started their season with a 2-0 record by wins over Bxchester and Astor.

April 14 was the opening day for the T-ball and Farm Division with the games being played at the Co-op City Little League fields. The Farm rosters consist of Cappy’s Stationary, Mgr. Leroy Simmons, players Edward Batista, Nicholas Johns, Elijah Flores, Brenden Mitchell, Sair Albertos, Taylah Downey, Jayson Fernandez, Daren Manning, Trevaun Rhoden, Andy Velez, Alex Stewart, Massiah Simmons, Julian Rasberry; Bargold Storage, Mgr. Tyrone Patrick, players Erick Chandler, Raymond Mendez, Samantha Robles, Sanjiv Dilchand, Kyle Jenkins, Alex Parents and spectators cheer on the kids as they practice running Marin, T’mari Pankey, Nelson Santiago III, Adam to first base, Co-op City Baseball Field.

Tillmon, Jr., Kevin Vasquez, Jhamir Counsel, Photo by Alexis Diaz Corey Alexander; Atlas Restoration Corp., Mgr. and Jalen Williams.

Tyrell Ingram, players Joshua Ashley, Avary Brooks, For a listing of the teams and playing schedules, visit Rashan Khan, Wilfred E Maisonet, Kevin Odua, Emilio the website at WWW.COOPCITYLL.TK. Aponte, Wilfred M Maisonet, Aiden McKnight, Malique —H ect or Aya la Outlaw, Francis Rodriguez, Aidan Torres, Jordan Ingram,

Second Reading: #11-101 SUBM I T T E D BY: R ev. O wen s SE C O NDE D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa h ha b & E lea n or Ba iley BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Ap r il 18t h, 2012 W H E R E AS, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at

177 Dreiser Loop, Room #12 (550 sq, ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as an Assembly District Office; and W HE R E AS, the term of the lease is two years and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, T H E R E F O R E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 177 Dreiser Loop,

Room #12, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the

President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YE S: At k in s, Ba ile y, C ylich , Gor d on , G r a h a m , J oh n son , F. J on es, O . J on es, L eslie, O wen s, Sh a p ir o, Tir a d o, Ab d ul-Wa hh a b NO : I llis ABSE NT: Sa n t ia go PASSE D

allowance as follows: Bu ild in g # 3, $1,000.00 (Deck Patching); Bu ild in g # 28, $2,200.00 (Deck Patching); Bu ild in g # 32, $750.00 (Deck Patching); Bu ild in g # 18, $550.00 (Deck Patching); and W HE R E AS, the project architects/ engineers (W.A.S.A.) is in agreement with the requested Credit Change Order (W.A.S.A. AIA Document attached dated February 15, 2012). Project manager also concurs (see attached dated February 23, 2012).

NOW T HE R E F O R E , L E T I T BE R E SO LVE D: that the proposed Change Order Three (3) with A.P.A. Restoration Corp. (at a total credit of $12,190.00 to Contract # 2571 -

which brings the contract total including change order Three (3) to $6,298,122.93) be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution 95-44, and the President is hereby authorized to execute the change orders and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YE S: At k in s, Ba ile y, C ylich , G or d on , G r a h a m , I llis, J oh n son , F. J on es, O . J on es, L eslie , O wen s, Sha p ir o, Tir a d o, Ab d ul-Wa h ha b ABSE NT: Sa n t ia go PASSE D

application fee and $3,000,000 rate lock fee all from reserve fund to be reimbursed at closing N O W T H E R E F O R E BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the board approves Riverbay Corporation spending up to $200,148 from the Riverbay reserve fund for third party reports in support of

HUD/FHA financing plus $1,800,000 HUD application fee and $3,000,000 rate lock fee all from replacement reserves to be refunded at closing.

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Amended Second Reading Resolution: #12-22 SUBM I T T E D BY: O th elia J on es SE C O NDE D BY: Bill G or don BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: Ap r il 18t h , 2012 W H E R E AS, A.P.A. Restoration Corp. is performing Roof Replacement at Buildings 4, 9, 11, 19, 20, 22, 23 & 24 under Contract 2571 in the original amount of $4,216,649; and W H E R E AS, credits are being issued for unused allowances as follows: Bu ild ing # 4, a credit of $1,320.00 (Deck Patching); Bu ild in g # 9 $750.00 (Deck Patching) and $1,600.00 (Door Replacement); Bu ildin g # 20 $3,500.00

(Door Replacement); Bu ild in g # 23 $80.00 (Deck Patching); and Build in g # 24 $440.00 (Deck Patching); and W H E R E AS, by way of Change Order One (1), Buildings 3, 15, 16, 28 & 32 was added for the installation of construction ply membrane and associated work approved under Board Resolution # 1150 dated July 13, 2011 in the total amount of $2,093,663.93; and W H E R E AS, Change Order Two (2) added Building 18 for the installation of construction ply membrane and associated work approved under Board Emergency Resolution # 11-98 dated November 16, 2011. As such, additional credits are being issued for unused

Emergency Resolution: #12-26 SUBM I T T E D B Y: SE C O NDE D BY: B O AR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: Ap r il 18t h , 2012 W H E R E A S, Wells Fargo, Riverbay’s designated representative for obtaining a loan quote from HUD/FHA

Insured Mortgage, has requested that Riverbay pay up to $200,148 for certain third party reports necessary to obtain HUD/loan financing; and W H E R E AS, Management is seeking board approval to spend such $200,148 from the Riverbay reserve fund, and also to fund $1,800,000

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American Legion Post 1871 Greeting to all of our comrades who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations.

Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in April: Constance L. Green, Santiago Rodrigues, Jr., James C. Wells, Ralph S. King, Donald Fuller, Jullah E. Pitts, Leon O. Jemigan, Murray Newman, Clarence N. Kennley, Clyde H. Massiah, John A. Irving, Artie A. Jordan, James M. Oliver, Samuel Perry and Jerome L. Rice. If have forgotten to include your name for your birthday, please let me know ASAP and I will include your name in the next edition in the Co-op City Times.

For all our Post members, here is a list of

the up and coming events for our Post members. Are you ready to “HIRE A VETERAN” for 2012? The next “EXECUTIVE MEETING” will take place on April 21st. If you have any money from the raffles that you sold, please turn your money into the Post and if you need more RAFFLES, just ask someone in the Post. If you need a new cap, shirt, dress cap and a license plate, they can be purchased through the Post. If you have any RAFFLE money, please turn in your money by MAY 19th.

The Veterans Memorial Council will be looking for volunteers to help pick up the food for the Memorial Day affair. On April 13th, the following Post members came out to attend a Testimonial Dinner for Fang

Book Club will be meeting today, Saturday, April 21, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing “At The Dark End Of The Street: Black women, Rape. And Resistance – A New History of the Civil Rights Movement from Rosa Parks to the Rise of Black Power” by Danielle L. McGuire The nominating committee has completed their task which was led by chairperson Roberta Booze. The voting will take place at the next membership meet-

ing which will be held May 20th in Room 11 at 3:00 p.m., Dreiser Community Center.

Next Saturday, April 28, Co-op City Section will be celebrating its 41st Anniversary at Marina Del Rey from 11 a.m.-until 4 p.m. Our Theme: “Facing Greater Challenges and Renewed Commitments.” Guest Speaker: Judge Laura Douglas, Bronx County, Supreme Court. Honorees: Virginia Stewart, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, Erica A.

A. Wong at Antun’s: Mrs. & Mr. Robert Felicano, 1871 Post Commander; Mrs. & Mr. William Gordon, Finance Officer; Mrs. & Mr. Paul Graves, Mrs. & Mr. Kenneth Nelson and Mrs. & Mr. Llewelyn Waterman, who were seated at table 31. At table 30, were Post Vice Commander Jerome Rice, Antonio Codrington and Richard I. Lawson, Jr. Thanks for supporting our Post at the dinner.

To all Post members, the Bronx Borough President will be giving a FREE breakfast on May 14th, Monday, at 10 a.m. for veterans at Maestro’s Caters in the Bronx, 1703 Bronxdale Ave. If you would like to attend this affair, please call 718590-3914 ASAP. Post member Donald

Fuller is in Westchester Hospital undergoing a minor operation. All the Post members wish you a speedy recovery.

The Co-op City Affair will take place on June 9th on the Section 1 greenway.

Volunteers will be needed to transport our recruiting equipment to this location. The Post will be purchasing a 40 inch flat screen TV real soon and it will be mounted on the wall so all members can watch it.

Do you know what the Soldiers Disease is? Morphine addiction during the Civil War which produced over 400,000 morphine addicts.

This information was brought to you by your Post 1871 information officer, —R ich a r d I . L a wson, J r.

National Council of Negro Women Jackson and Janet Allen-Smith. Tickets: $100. Please call 718-538-8606 or 718320-2366.

Few seats left for Sistas: The Musical at St. Luke Theatre, 308 West 46th Street (betwn. 8 & 9 Aves.), Sunday, April 29, at 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $45. Few tickets, call 718-320-2366.

Sa ve T h e Da t es! 38th Bethune-Height Recognition Luncheon will be held May 19 at the Garden City Hotel, Garden City L.I. Tickets: $100.

Call to Convention, May 22-26 at Gaylord National Hotel, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745.

Reservations: 301-965-4000.

To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayer daily.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718671-3721, to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday to our April members.

—M a xin e Su lliva n

Building 26 Association We had our meeting on April 10th and had Sgt. Carl Wright as our guest speaker. Sgt. Wright spoke so eloquently and answered all questions and concerns. He explained about the blue call boxes we now see throughout the complex. He also touched on quality of life issues. He said that Public Safety is our first line of defense and to call whenever we see something wrong. We are planning future events, which we will publish in our articles. The first will be a bake sale on May 19th and if it rains, we will have it the next day on May 20th. We need people from the building to donate cakes, cupcakes, etc. for the sale. Friday nights is our Knitting & Crochet Group; We meet in the Association Room in the back of the B Building at 7 p.m. Also, those needing to have their income affi-

davits notarized can do so on Friday nights from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Association Room. Our next Building meeting will be on May 15th and our guest speaker will be Michelle Sajous, Director of Community Relations for Riverbay Corporation.

We will be having a special meeting to meet the candidates for the coming Board of Directors election. It is so important that we all vote in the Board election and the coming government elections.

If you have a complaint or concern, bring it to a building meeting where the building executive board can be made aware of any problems. Remember, you are our eyes and ears.

We would like to take this opportunity to send happy birthday, happy anniversary or joyous wishes to all who are cele-

Building 18 Association Hi, neighbors: Our next general meeting is scheduled for the 4th Tuesday, April 24th at 7:00 p.m. in the Association Room. There will be a candidates’ forum; (certified candidates running for the Riverbay Board of Directors). It is very important that you attend this meeting to meet and hear their views on what and how they plan to help in this community. Refreshments will be served.

Ba ke Sa le… was on Saturday, April 7th and we give special thanks to Melinda Lopez, Liza Ellis, Lorraine Turner, Ann Campbell, Carlene Fowler, Deborah Hughes, Gloria Watson, and Onia Webb for their delicious desserts. We thank Estelle Thomas and Lawson Crumpler for their support. Last, but not least, we thank all who supported us by purchasing these fine desserts. You helped to make this event a success. All proceeds will go towards our Building 18 Scholarship Fund.

M ovie M a t in ee: Thank you to all who came down to the movie on Wednesday,

April 11, to watch “ Good Deeds.”

Everyone enjoyed the movie and refreshments. Please note, there will be no movie in the month of May due to heavy schedules; We will resume in June.

M em b er sh ip Du es… are still being collected; You can call Lorraine Turner at 718-379-2145 or Gertie Brown at 347-275-2995 to pay, only $10 per household. At present, we have 144 membership families. Congratulations, 19th floor! You continue with the most membership families.

Build in g newslet t er : Please continue to send your articles to our e-mail address: BLDG18newsletter@aol.com..

We love to hear from you. A good laugh is GOOD for you. Come on, share with us.

Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the bereaved families and to the sick and homebound, we wish you a speedy recovery. Please continue to be alert. If you SEE something, SAY something.

—Ger t ie Br own

brating happy times. We send get well wishes to all who are under the weather or who are mourning for the loss of a loved one.

Please remember large rubbish must

be taken to the basement in the A Building by the Ashcart Room. Please keep our compactor rooms neat and clean.

—P a tr icia C ip olla r o

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African-American Association Holistic Health & Wellness Semina r – The Association thanks all of our neighbors and friends for attending our 8th Annual Holistic Health & Wellness Seminar. We also thank the holistic advocates for the huge amount of information that they provided, including Brother Junior Jawara Blake, Sister Deanna Hope-Felix of Life Spring Rejuvenation Center, Arly FoxDaly, Naomi Jones and Joy in Motion.

Appreciation is extended to Meena SharpeHicks and Alan Hicks, who were our MC’s, as well as our Association members who cooked and/or assisted throughout the day.

Health tip of the week: Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning to help cleanse your body of impurities.

The following are ongoing programs sponsored and/or supported by the AfricanAmerican Association and we encourage you to participate: Belly Da nce Cla sses – Mondays at 7:00

p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Instructor: Norma Jean O’Garro, 646-281-4570.

E du ca t ion – The Per Ankh Study Group, led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene, meets every 1st and 3rd Monday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15.

C om pu ter /L a pt op C la sses – Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday, in Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-379-5555.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Instructor: Meena Sharpe-Hicks, 718671-8364.

Business Op por t unity Wor kshop – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call Kevin Lambright, 646-721-8185.

J ob s/E nt r epr en eur ia l Wor k sh ops – These workshops will be held on the first Thursday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Facilitator: Roger Toppin, 718-3201424.

C h ild r en ’s Su mm er Da y C a mp – Register your child for July and August.

Call 347-283-3809.

C hildr en’s E a r ly M or ning P r ogr am – If you need childcare in the morning before school begins, we are available to care for your children on school days starting in September. Call Ms. Hinds at 347-2833809.

C hildr en’s After School Pr ogr a m – The Learning Source is available to care for your children, walk them from school, assist them with homework and offers other enrichment activities. Director: Ms. Stevens at 914-907-7936.

Schola r ship Awa r ds Pr ogr a m – The Association will offer two $400 scholarships to high school seniors in June.

Applications may be obtained by calling 718-379-5555. The submission deadline is May 30th. The scholarships will be presented at the Annual Scholarship Awards

Ceremony on Saturday, June 9th.

J ust ice for Ra ma r ley a nd Tr a yvon – The Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club will present A Memorial Tribute and Forum for Trayvon Martin and Ramarley Graham on Saturday, April 28th, 3-8 p.m. in the Einstein Community Center, Room 45, 135 Einstein Loop in Section 5, the Bronx. All are encouraged to attend.

Gener a l M ember ship Meeting – The next meeting will be Saturday, May 12th, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. All are welcome. You are encouraged to bring your ideas and suggestions. If you cannot attend, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

NAACP, Co-op City Branch President of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Jeannette Graves submits the following: “Voter Registration is a serious matter. It is my vote to get involved with the campaign for registration. There are approximately five million qualified folks who will not be able to vote unless we get them registered. That is why the NAACP is encouraging you, unregistered eighteen year olds or citizens with questions about voter registration to come forward. The Co-op City NAACP Branch office, Room 36, Einstein Loop, will be open on Saturday, April 21, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Forms are available for completion.”

The NAACP has been involved with voter registration since its inception and believes voting is the major tool for change.

President Jeannette Graves congratulates her granddaughter, Monei Phillips

Graves, who is now officially an AKAAlpha Kappa Alpha Sorority member.

The induction ceremony was held at Virginia Union University last week.

This is an historical Sorority/Legacy of Sisterhood and service which was founded in 1908 on the Campus of Howard University.

The first auditions to model for the “NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza” are today, Room #36, Einstein Community Center from 2 p.m.6 p.m. Models (ladies and gentlemen) and those interested in modeling for the September 29th event at the NAACP Luncheon & Fashion Show Extravaganza at Eastwood Manor are invited to come to this first audition. Renowned Fashion Producer Christian Raourt, our consultant, is adding his expertise to this event. More auditions are expected to be scheduled.

Tuesday, April 24—Going to Mt. Airy Casino in Pocono. Price: $30. Slot play rebate is $25 and $10 towards food. Pickup time is 6 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops-Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of the library), Dreiser Loop. Always have your picture I.D. card with you.

Wednesday, April 25—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2 for members and guests. Refreshments served.

Sunday, April 29—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $3.

Everyone is welcome to join the game.

Refreshments served.

Wednesday, May 9—Trip to THE VILLA ROMA starring the PLATTERS. Pick-up time is 7:45 a.m. at Einstein Center, 8 a.m. Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. We have a full bus. You can call and be on standby.

Thursday, July 12—Going to the

Please call and inquire with Eleanor Donnley: 718-379-1297, Lottie Townes: 718-379-3504, Janice Brown: 718-6718915. Please leave a clear message. Your call will be returned. Future press releases will contain more detailed information.

The April General Membership Meeting is Tuesday, April 24, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Community Center, Room 8.

Having meetings in the different community centers is to make it more convenient for neighbors to attend.

Thank you again to Pat “Sister Betty” G’orge-Walker and her husband Mr. Bob Walker for leading our March salute to women meeting. It was a remarkable meeting. Remember, April began our meetings in Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 8, quarter segment. Our annual “At Home Tea” drive has begun and will continue for three months. We

look forward to your support.

Support and prayers are being sent to Membership Chair Brenda Brown for her recovery from surgery. Contact the NAACP by mail, P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or phone, 718-671-7856. Please note the former FAX number is not in use and doesn’t reach this branch. Visit the NAACP website: http://action.naacp.org/ or the New York State Branch website for more news.

Finally, the process has begun to bring justice for the family of Trayvon Martin.

To all our friends and neighbors recovering from illness or accident, a speedy recovery is wished. Should you need particular help or if you have a question, get in touch with us.

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

—E va L a za a r

Goose Island Seniors Brauhaus in Pomona. Come and join the fun. You have music, dancing, swimming, mini golf and bingo, also a gift shop.

MENU - Continental breakfast, lunch is plentiful all you can eat. Dinner is roast beef, roast chicken and Tilapia. Price is $58. Pick-up time, 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, November 13—Going to the FIESTA FOR AN INTERNATIONAL JAMBOREE. Price is $60. Come and join us. Great music, slide dancing, comedy

and more. Pick-up time is 9:30 a.m.

For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Center in Room 39, MondayThursday, from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in the evening, 718-379-4899.

Good news: Barbara Fitzgerald is now home. Our heartful condolences is sent to Lorrain Meloca on the loss of her sister Mary Dilley. Good health to all.

—M a r y P illa

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

The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month from September to June. We are always looking for new members with a like mind to join us. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the high school drop out rate of the youth in our community. If you are interested in joining the Adult

Club or the Ombudsmen, call Sandra Hall, Membership Director, 917-972-7732.

The Economic Development Seminar and the Health Seminar were successful thanks to your continued support. Our annual Founder’s Day Luncheon is at Eastwood Manor on May 5. We invite you to attend. Information about this event may be obtained by calling Eloise Paige, First Vice President, 917-868-0331.

Information about the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. may be

found at www.nanbpwc.org.

You may contact the Williamsbridge Club at our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, Post Office Box #6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

If you are interested in rendering community service, assisting with any of our programs or require more information, call Eloise Paige, First Vice President.

We are always in need of and grateful for your continued support.

—Sylvia H icks

Zodiacs Track Club On Sunday, April 15th, Zodiacs competed in our first 2012 outdoor meet and the results were great. We won many medals at the Youth Challenge Series 1, at Icann Stadium. If this is a sign of what to expect this season, we’re going to have a blessed season. Medals were given out to the top 3 athletes in their event/division. We had 4 relay teams compete and all 4 teams made it to the podium, with 3 first place medals and 1 third place. Our children competed and won medals in events from 100 meter race to 3000 meter race, plus in shot put and discus. All of the children perform well and the coaches are excited about the outdoor season.

Sunday, May 26th, Zodiacs will host the Elizabeth Gaynor/Robert Taylor Track Meet Invitation at Truman High School. This is a USATF sanction meet for the Youth. For additional information, please visit www.Zodiacstrack.org. Come out and support our

youth.

Join one of New York’s top track and field teams. We compete all year round in multiple events from Cross Country to Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field meets. Our children learn how to balance sports and education. If you have or know of any children between the ages of 6 and 16, who are looking to utilize track and field to improve their horizon, please contact President Thomas Francis at 718-679-2060 or coPresident Winston Dinkins at 914-4416196, email WATCLT@AOL.COM or visit our website, www.ZODIACS TRACK.ORG. Zodiacs’ Bantam girls relay team sporting their Gold medals after winning the 4x200 meter relay race.

—Winston Dinkins

Retirees of Dreiser Loop The RETIREES’ 40th ANNUAL LUNCHEON will be held at the beautiful Marina Del Rey on Wednesday, June 13, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Price: $75. Reminder to the RETIREES and associates, please see Josephine Flowers regarding your ad placements and boosters. All ads and booster names will be collected at the May meeting and the cost is only $5 for a single name and $7.50 for couple’s names. Our illustrious Honorees are: Bronx Democratic Leader – Chairman Carl E. Heastie; Business Leaders - Ayris Granby and Patricia Myers; Community Leaders - Shirley Saunders and Francine Reva Jones; and the RETIREES Appreciation Awardees are Paisley Harvey and Regina Usher. The musical entertainment will be provided by the notable CAROL/AD Productions. (Pick up your tickets from Beverly Waller/Ida Morton.)

TH E ATRE C O M M I T T E E : All program prices include transportation and meeting time.

• Today, Sat., Apr. 21st*, 3:00 p.m. - AILEY II MODERN MOVES - $57 at Alvin Ailey Theatre *(Van-1:00 p.m. at Dreiser Loop) • Sat., Apr. 28th, 8:00 p.m. - SMOKEY ROBINSON - $85 at Lehman College (Van- 6:30 p.m. on Dreiser Loop) • Sun., Apr. 29th, 5-8 p.m. - JAZZ SHOW, $26 at THE BASSLINE in Mt. Vernon (Van-3:45 p.m. on Dreiser Loop) • Sat., May 5th, 1:30 p.m. & May 19th, 1:30 p.m. -

SISTAS, THE MUSICAL - $54 at St. Luke’s Theatre.

(Van-12:00 p.m. at Dreiser Loop) *See Committee members in Clubroom 19 after 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays. After 7 p.m., any questions regarding Theatre shows, call 718-324-7847 or 718-671-8637.

All payments (for parties, trips and shows) will be accepted by check/money order (only) payable to: RETIREES of Dreiser Loop.

GO O D AND W E L FAR E : It is sad to report that our WOMAN OF THE CENTURY, Miriam Henson, recently had a mishap at home yet not seriously injured, we are happy to say. Each new

day is a better day and Miriam is up, about and thriving.

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.

“Sending a little sunshine to sprinkle in your day, reminding you that you’re thought of in a warm and special way!”

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

“Getting old is a fascination thing. The older you get, the older you want to get.”

—C la u d et t e Da vis

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

Weekly Sch edule: Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible

study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

We are looking forward to welcoming you at service on Sunday, April 22, at 9:00 a.m.

C hur ch C a lenda r : P.S. After the Lenten break, the Bible Study group will resume meeting on Wednesday, April 25.

F undr a ising Events:

The church’s Fifth Annual Luncheon will be held on May 19 at the Eastwood Manor, Eastchester Road in the Bronx.

A rolling bar, cocktail reception, sumptuous lunch and music by DJ Carol are all included.

Donation: Adult tickets, $75 and children (up to age 12) tickets, $21.

Save the Date: Saturday, June 23, day trip to Pindar Vineyards & Tanger Outlets

with a sit down luncheon at the Sound View Inn Restaurant in Long Island. Tickets are $85. Bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. from Dreiser Loop deli.

For more information on these events, please call the church at 718-320-0844.

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; * his mercy endures for ever.” (Psalm 118:1) —M. Cha mber s

The Way International God’s will for our lives is that we prosper.

III John 2: Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers.

Here are five Biblical principles we can operate to live prosperously: 1. Keep our thoughts centered on God and His promises, not on material things.

Matthew 6:31-33 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all

these things.

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

2. Give back to God. Our giving indicates our trust in Him. Proverbs 3:9, 10: Honor the Lord with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.

3. Count your blessings and stay thankful for what we do have.

Ephesians 5:20: Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of

our Lord Jesus Christ.

4. Live simply.

Luke 12:15: And he (Jesus) said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

I Timothy 6:17 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not High minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but trust in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy.

5. Limit our spending so that we spend only what is necessary.

Philippians 4:11 Not that I speak in respect of want (lack or need): for I have learned, in what-

soever state I am, therewith to be content (to make what I have meet my need).

No matter how uncertain the times may be, we can live prosperously within our means by living the Word’s way.

To learn more of God’s Word and about our ministry (The Way International), we would like to invite you to one of our Branch functions.

W h er e : Dreiser Community Center, Room 4 W h en : Sunday, April 29 T im e : 3:00 p.m. (doors will open at 2:30 p.m.)

For any questions, please contact Evelyn Santiago at 347 242-4698.

—E velyn Sa n t ia go

Co-op City Girl Scouts Tr oops C ook ie Bon a nza The Co-op City Girl Scouts Troop’s Cookie Bonanza will take place on Friday,

April 27, at the Dreiser Community Center, Room #2, from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Please come on out and support the Girl

Jewish War Veterans Post 500 Congratulations to Post 500 member Leon B. Weinstein on becoming Commander of the Bronx County Council, representing all the JWV Posts in the Bronx. His Post wishes him a very successful year.

Co-op City Post 500’s next meeting will be on Sunday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at the Town House Restaurant on Dreiser Loop.

The date of the selling of poppies originally scheduled for April, has been moved to the end of May and will be held in front of Stop & Shop in the Peartree Shopping Center. The exact day will be determined at our next meeting.

The following men were voted into office for 2012-2013 at our last meeting: Commander Alex Selikoff; Sr. Vice Commander Marvin Warm, Jr.; Vice Commander Stuart Rosenthal; Quartermaster Leon Weinstein; Judge Advocate Hy Turkin; Adjutant Alan Kalter; Officer of the Day Stewart Kogon; Chaplain Leon Weinstein; Membership Stuart Rosenthal; and Programs Marvin Warm.

Post 500 sends their condolences to lifetime member, Marvin Pereira, donation he gave to Post 500 in her memory.

—M a r vin Wa r m

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

C H UR C H S C 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, 7 p.m.

T H E F O L L OW I NG P R O G R AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L O O P NO R T H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

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

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

OT H E R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: Saturday, May 19th, join CPC Tours on their “SPRING DAY OUTING” in the beautiful Poconos,

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2.

We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

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

Su nd ay Mor n ing Sched ule: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

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

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

Join us Tuesday evening, 6:30 p.m. Dr. Smith will be teaching a special Bible Study on the meaning of the resurrection of Jesus and its connection to the Passover.

Dr. Sm it h ’s Ser m on Topic: “Breaking news!”

Read in g fr om Sacr ed Scr ip tu r e: Luke 24:13-31.

Week ly Act ivity 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.

“I wa s hu ngry an d you fed me”…Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry is just a phone call away. For information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-925-5052.

Invita tion s to th e Commu nit y: Saturday, April 28 - Noon Health Fair. Healthy mind and body makes you more productive. Come, bring someone special. Products available at our health fair will change your life.

For information, call Dr. Smith, 917-734-4058.

Thursday, May 3 & May 4, Spring Revival. Guest Speaker Dr. Sheldon Williams. Come and be healed by God’s Word.

Bring someone special with you. Services begin at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 12 - Men’s Ministry sponsors a preMother’s Day “Brothers Cooking for Mothers” luncheon, Dreiser Center, Room 4. Noon - 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $20; children under 12, $10. See Men’s Ministry for tickets or call the church.

Th ou gh t for th e Week: “Worry is the darkroom in which negatives are developed.”

—Rev. Dr. Rob er t A. Smit h, J r.

PA area. Enjoy shopping at The Crossing Premium Outlets and a visit to The Mount Airy Casino ($35 rebate). Tickets: $50. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182.

Saturday, June 16th, join CPC Tours on their trip to the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia for a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the famed DEAD SEA SCROLLS: Life and Faith in Biblical Times. Exhibit includes the oldest known texts of the Bible and the largest collection of Holy Land artifacts. Dinner at Warmdaddy’s. Tickets: $95, available by calling (718) 671-1182.

DO R OT H Y NO R W O O D AT C P C Saturday, June 23rd at 5:00 p.m. - The Voices of CPC presents World Famous Traditional Gospel Star DOROTHY NORWOOD, along with the Voices of CPC and Reverend Mary Freeman, IN CONCERT at Community Protestant Church. Donation: $35 in advance; $40 at the door.

For tickets, call (718) 862-9172 or (718) 994-5761.

Wednesday, July 11 - Friday, July 13 – Delaware

Delight and More Tour sponsored by the Shepherd’s Ministry. Enjoy deluxe accommodations at the Dover Hotel; optional afternoon/evening in Ocean City; shopping spree; crabfeast at the Old Mill Crab House; Buffet lunch at Dover Downs; 2 breakfasts; baggage handling and transportation. Cost per person: $395/double; $497/single. For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 994-5761 or (718) 6522906.

Saturday, July 21 – Sunday, July 22 – CPC Tours’ Annual Lobsterfest Weekend at the Nordic Lodge, home of the Giant Viking Buffet. Include shopping at Clinton Crossing Outlets, evening at Mohegan Sun Casino, hotel accommodations, transportation. Cost: $325/single; $265/double; $255/triple. For additional information and/or reservations, call (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

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church The Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church will hold the dedication ceremony of the new sanctuary today. The celebration started on Friday evening and will continue all day today, April 21. In 1998, the congregation changed its name to the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church from the Hebrew Adventist Congregation. The Jewish population inside the church and in the community had diminished drastically and so the demographics underwent changes. On March 18, 2007 a ground breaking ceremony was held to mark a new era in evangelism and the ambition of a newer larger facility to house the community projects.

In 2008, the church held its first Mental Illness Awareness program as part of the Disabilities Ministries community outreach, inviting the press and the community to join with us in caring for our fellow citizens. Each year, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, during National Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) the church provides awareness program for the community. Over the years, the church has sought to increase its visibility and involvement in community affairs. On August 9, 2010 the Co-op City Seventh-Day Church was officially welcomed as a member of the Riverbay Corporation neighborhood organizations.

Today, under the leadership of Pastor Okezie Erondu, the membership is about 160 and with visitors total about 230 for Sabbath services. You are invited to stop by to experience this spirit filled occasion. All are welcome.

C o-op C it y SDA Bet t er L ivin g H ea lt h & F it n ess E d uca t ion C en t er • Children’s Exercise Program, Sundays, 11:00— 12:00 p.m.; Free

• Adult Exercise Program, Sundays, 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m.; Free NYC Wa lker s for Welln ess – walk around Co-op City with this group a distance of about 3 miles on. Keep walking and receive your very own pedometer and tee: Sunday mornings, 7:00 a.m.; Free Wednesday afternoons; Free We ha ve a n a ct ive Disa b ilit ies M in ist r y. Our church is designed with the disabled in mind. Please ask us about disabilities fact sheets featuring information for children and adults. Please tell us how we may best accommodate your needs.

Br ea d M in ist r y pick up on Saturdays between 2:30 p.m.—3:30 p.m. Please take one for a neighbor.

Week ly Wed n esd a y P r a yer M eet in g at 7:30 p.m.

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

Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m.

Adventist Youth program at 5:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Parents, please send your children to learn

of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of Pr ogr a m s a nd E vent s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

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

Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes

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

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

Next Generation Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

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

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

Join us on Saturday, May 5th at noon for a special outreach service for the youth of our community.

Come Join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday after-

noon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is ongoing.

You could contact the church at the number listed below.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Bronx, NY 10475; telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 3204409. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475 Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

—C a r ole Ha qu e

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 WE E K: From him [Christ] the whole body, joined and held together by every sup-

porting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.

—Ephesians 4:16 Upcomin g E ven ts: SERVICIO EN ESPAÑOL (Spanish Speaking Service): SUNDAY, APRIL 29TH at 3:30 p.m.

COMMUNION SERVICE: SUNDAY, MAY 6TH at 11 a.m.

Sch edu le of Ser vice: Connect Ministry: Every Sunday at 9:30 a.m., if you are new to the community or a new believer, you are welcome to meet and fellowship with some of our church leaders and get acquainted with our church and its ministries.

Bible Study & Prayer every Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Teen Church (13-19) & Children’s Bible Club (5-12) - every Friday at 7 p.m.

Su n da ys: Worship Service*** 11 a.m. start ** First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service.

Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 12 noon start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) Little Lambs (2–4 years old) 12 noon start (Dreiser, Rm. #2) F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook, Youtube & Bronxnet Cable, Channel #70, Saturdays at 4 p.m.

You can submit your prayer request

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

Circle of Christ Church 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.

P lea se m a il a ll you r in q u ir ies or d on a t ion s t o t h e followin g a d d r ess: Circle of Christ Church, 147 Dreiser Loop, Plaza Level, Bronx, NY 10475; 347-945-1992.

Ema il: admin@circleofchristchurch.org Website: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

—E ld er J a y R a m os

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 120 Benchley Place, Building 24 (street level), Bronx, NY 10475.

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

Worship service starts at 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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

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

F OCUS: The faith of the apostle Paul was active and visible impacting the lives of multitudes everywhere he went.

Likewise, our faith in Jesus Christ should

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PAUL was a native of Tarsus in Asia Minor, and although he was Grecian Jew, he was a strict Pharisee. Paul was born a Roman citizen and after receiving his education in Tarsus he came to Jerusalem and studied at the feet of Gamaliel who was a Pharisee and a celebrated doctor of the law.

However, he bitterly opposed the church and became one of the leaders in persecution against the Christians, until he came in contact with Jesus who said Saul, Saul why persecutes thou me? Saul’s conversion shows how a man can be fearfully wrong and yet think that he is right, it also shows how no case is hopeless when we turn our

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Rm. 31

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 11a.m., Room 31

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominos 2 p.m., Rm. 25

Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Stay Well Exercise Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 7 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Afternoon Movie 2–4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games 2–4 p.m., Room 25

Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2-4 p.m., Room 45

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

Dominos: 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominos: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

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

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

Thurs., April 26

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

– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Wed., 9–10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25 Library: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session: 9:30 a.m.1 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominos: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2:30-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., April 27

Wed., April 25

Tues., April 24

Mon., April 23

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Movie Madness: 9:30 am, Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing: 9:00am-10:00am, Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing 10:00 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31 Spelling Bee: 11am, Rm. 31 Dominos: 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo: 2:00pm, Rm. 25 Card Games: 2:00pm4:00pm, Rm. 31

Dominos: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., Computer lab Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Advance Line Dance 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

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

Dominos: 10:00am, Rm. 45 Art: 10:00am, Rm. 45 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 36 Bingo: 1:00pm, Rm. 49 Card Games: 2:00pm4:00pm, Rm. 49 Blood Pressure: 2nd and 4th Friday, 10:00 11:30am, Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive: 10:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1:15-2:15 p.m., Aud. B Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: 9:30–11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi: 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga: Every Wed, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing: 3rd & 4th Thurs. 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Belly Dancing: 12:30-1 p.m., Aud. A Handi-Flex: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Drama:1:30-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Piano Sing Along: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30am, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11:00 – 12:00, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30pm-2:30pm, Rm. 2 Card Games, Dominos 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

Mondays as scheduled: Stew Leonards 1st Mondays: Tuesdays

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PICK-UP TIMES

$3 $12 $12.50

Bartow Dreiser 1:00 p.m. 1:15 p.m.

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

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

Einstein 1:30 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

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

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

Date:

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Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Turkey leg Sweet potato Spinach

Whole wheat bread Diced peaches in juice

Chicken cacciatore Tri-color pasta Brussels sprouts

Burger bun Fresh golden apple

Cheese burger Baked potato wedges Tossed salad

Whole wheat bread Apricot halves in juice

BBQ chicken Rice Carrot

Rye bread Banana

Tilapia Orzo California blend

Whole wheat bread Pineapple tidbits in juice

Pineapple juice Mon., Baked Tilapia w/onions & peppers Apr. Oven browned potatoes 23 Tossed salad

Tues., Apr. 24

Turkey burger Red bliss potatoes Glazed carrots

Thurs., Apr. 26

Apple juice Stuffed cabbage w/meat sauce Egg noodles Garden salad Orange juice Chicken Cantonese Fried rice Oriental blend

Fri., Apr. 27

Orange pineapple juice Fish cake w/tartar sauce Spaghetti Mixed vegetables

Wed., Apr. 25

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips Ailey I I M in i @ t h e Alvin Ailey Am er ica n Da n ce T h ea t er, 405 W 55 St .

– Tu esd a y, Ap r il 24t h - including lunch at Georgio’s Country Grill – Total price for package is $30. Only 1 dance will be performed which starts at 11:00 a.m.

Lunch includes two selections – Penne pesto with grilled chicken or Fettuccini Alfredo with grilled chicken. You have a selection of soup or salad, apple pie, coffee or tea. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m. & Einstein, 9:30 a.m.

(Only 20 seats available.)

Sh op R it e h a s b ee n r e sch e d u led for F r id a y, Ap r il 27t h – F R E E . LIMITED SEATS. 2 hrs. Pick-ups: Bartow 9:00 a.m., Dreiser – 9:15 & Einstein – 9:30 a.m.

M ot h er ’s Da y (C a t er ed ) E ven t h a s b een sch ed u led for T h u r sd a y, M a y 3r d , a t t h e Ba r t ow Sen ior C en t er – Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Tickets will be sold in the 3 dining rooms. Pick-ups: Dreiser – 9:00 a.m. & Einstein - 9:30 a.m.

(NE W ) – R esor t s Wor ld C a sin o @ Aq u ed u ct – Tu esd a y, M a y 8t h - 54 seat Coach bus - $20 – Lunch & transportation included. Pick-up times: Bartow – 9:00 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:15 a.m. & Einstein – 9:30. Departure time from casino is 3:30 p.m. You will receive a $10 bonus slot voucher. Seating on the bus will be assigned based on payments. SOLD OUT. WAI T LI ST ONLY. Weigh t M a n a gem e n t Su p p or t G r ou p – M on d a ys, 10: 00 a .m ., Ba r t ow Aven u e, R oom 25, Ap r il 23r d . Guest nutritionist will make a presentation.

Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy, but with knowledge and practice, it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

J PAC Ad voca cy C a fé – F r id a y, Ap r il 27t h – (FREE EVENT) - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Einstein Community

Center, Room 45. Come and hear about budget cuts targeted at seniors and what to do about them! Refreshments will be served! Call to register: 718-320-2066, Jennifer Neumann.

Dia b et ic Su p p or t Gr ou p Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support Group’s goals are to keep you informed and motivated on how to stay healthy. The group meets every last Monday of the month at 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 7, from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, April 30. For more information and to register, please contact Chidinma Ezihe, 718-671-2090 (Ext. 3011) or Rosella Stone, 718-3202066 (Ext. 2003).

C a r egiver Su p p or t G r ou p - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31 from 1-2 p.m. The next session is Tuesday, May 1. 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 R T /SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G R O UP – The next session is scheduled for Friday, May 4. The group meets every 1st Friday of the month.

Din n er a t Gr a n dma ’s – An original play with music by Ellen GilliardRandolph at the Oberia Dempsey Theater, 127 West 127th St., between Malcolm X Blvd. and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd - $18 – Thursday, May 10th. Show starts at 2:00 p.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. - Lunch & transportation included. Pick-ups are as follows: Bartow – 12:00 p.m.; Dreiser – 12:15 p.m. and Einstein – 12:30 p.m.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : AARP is traveling across the state to listen to New Yorkers’ ideas about protecting health & retirement security for today’s seniors & future generations.

“You’ve Earned a Say” forums will be held in New York City, the Capital Region, the Southern Tier, the North Country, Long Island & Western New York. Participants will have an opportunity to share their thoughts on the future of Social Security & Medicare. Social Security kept more than 818,000 New Yorkers age 65-plus out of poverty in 2009, and Medicare provided quality health care for about 2.6 million residents in 2010. For dates & locations of events, go to www.aarp.org/ny.

F YI -2: Safety Driving Class scheduled for WEDNESDAY, MAY 9th at Community Protestant Church, 1659 East Gun Hill Road; Bronx, NY 10469. Call the AARP Office – 718-320-1946; speak clearly and slowly and leave your name and phone number and someone will return your call. Fee: (National) AARP members - $17; Non-members - $19.

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

2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S April 23-24 – “JONAH” – DEPARTURE: 8:15 a.m. from Asch Loop (in front of the library); please arrive about 7:30 a.m. to get luggage tags and bus seating…contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

June 1–11, (11 days/10 nights) – Mount Rushmore, the Badlands & Black Hills of South Dakota – trip includes 10 nights lodging (w/4 consecutive nights in South Dakota); 10 breakfasts/8 dinners; visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial; tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park; admission to the Unique Journey Museum; guided tour of

Deadwood, plus gaming at a Deadwood Casino; visit the Crazy Horse Memorial; & visit the Badlands National Park & much more…$905/double; $1265/single; $885/triple; trip insurance available upon request – contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

July 19 – Warm Daddy’s: Live Blues & Jazz (Phila., PA) – trip includes a delicious Southern-style dinner and show and a 5-hour stay at the Sugar House Casino w/bonus of the day — $95/person – contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 9 – Triple lobsters w/ “HuKeLau” in Chicopee (MA) – trip includes 3 lobsters/person (w/a takehome bag if you can’t eat all 3) or prime rib; and the famous live Hawaiian Show…$93/person – ($50 deposit due upon registration). Contact Delores, 718379-2176.

Sept. 12 – 14 – Washington, DC: Narrated Tour of Washington w/a licensed local guide – trip includes Martin Luther King Memorial, Korean, Vietnam, Lincoln, Jefferson and National World War II Memorials; Smithsonian Museums – including National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American & Natural History; Admission to the International Spy Museum; and much more; 2 breakfasts & 2 dinners… $470/person, double; $645/single; $461/person triple – contact Daisy, 718671-3241.

Oct. 15-17 – Rocking Horse Resort w/a stop at Monticello Raceway Casino (on the way) – trip includes dinner & live entertainment and dancing after check-in; complete resort activities including indoor/outdoor pool; horseback riding; hayride; games, contests and prizes during the day; and much more; 5 meals w/coffee, tea & cake all day… $349/person, double; $409/single; $343/person, triple – contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb n a m

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Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS CR Program - Saturday, 4/21, 11:00 a.m.; Theatrical Adventure Film - Saturday, 4/21, 2:00 p.m.; The Cove Poetry Reading with David Mills - Saturday, 4/28, 1:00 p.m.

Film - Saturday, 4/28, 2:00 p.m.; O Brother, Where Art Thou?

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

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Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m.

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Tuesd a y – M a y 1st – General membership meeting at 1:30 p.m. in Room 38.

We will have Bingo and refreshments will be served.

M a y 16t h a n d 17t h – Sight and Sound Theatre and Sands Casino.

Schedule of pick-up times will be as follows: Einstein Loop, 7 a.m.; Asch Loop at 7:15 p.m. and Dreiser Loop at 7:25 a.m.

Please be on time and don’t forget your valid I.D. As soon as we receive the luggage tags, we will distribute them by mail.

Wed nesd a y, Oct ober 24 - Foxwoods Theatre, plus casino for a tribute to

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, “Oh What A Night!” Cost per person, $57 ($30 for bus transportation and $27 for tickets).

Please send in the cost of the theatre tickets ($27) and the balance of $30 be paid later. We need the count of tickets to ensure you are fully covered. You will be receiving the casino bonus of the day also.

For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718671-2958 or Lydia at 718-671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Good health and healings are wished to all. Stay safe.

—Lyd ia R u a s

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

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

this opportunity.

To celebrate Bronx Month, BVA will have our paintings on display at the Baychester Library for the month of June.

It will be a beautiful display of artwork by our students with the theme of the show called “places far and near.” Watch for the show in the month of June.

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

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

—Sylvia L och a nsky

EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22!

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Traditional Synagogue

Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue If you were to analyze the contents of your meal this evening, you would find that the ingredients came from many countries in the world.

Look at your garment carefully your suit or your dress.

Think for a moment of all who had a share in making it. The wool was shorn, the cotton was grown, the chemicals were blended by many unknown hands. The designer, the factory, the transportation system, the clothing store, the tailor - all of them had a share in your garment.

Where would you be right this moment without your doctor and your dentist, your post office and your bank, your library and your community organizations, your school, your synagogue and your church?

Our world is a vast network of mutuality. We are deeply beholden to one another - committed to one another. If only we had the wisdom to understand this truth and fully accept it, we would lead happier and healthier lives.

We would be also willing to assume our rightful responsibilities.

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

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

We were so glad to have Mr. Warren Mitchell, Director of the Garage Dept., come to speak to us at our last Building Assn. meeting. He addressed our concerns with the garages in our Section 5. We thank him for the information concerning garage lighting, etc.

C om in g E ven t s: We continue to look forward to Wednesdays when we happily attend our Crochet class at 1:00 p.m. We have a super teacher, Linda Werner, who will teach you with a lot of patience. It’s great exercise for arthritic fingers. It’s a challenge and gratifying. Surprise someone with a hand-made gift. Try it! I’m sure that it will be greatly appreciated.

M ovie Nigh t : Friday, April 27 – Door is open at 7 p.m. and the movie commences at 7:30 p.m. Join us in the Association Room to

view “The Josephine Baker Story” starring Angela Basset.

Friday, May 18 – Movie to be announced at a later date.

The next meeting of the Association is Wednesday. May 9. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m.

The next Pokeno is scheduled for Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. in the Association Room.

Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events.

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

Sunday, May 13 is a very special day for all mothers. We wish you all a great Mother’s Day filled with all that is beautiful and meaningful to you in every way.

Enjoy the day as you all deserve it in good health.

SEE YOU SOON. —M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky

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The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number) 1-718-379-6920.

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 27, is before 7:30 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, April 21 at 8:25 p.m.

Saturday, April 21 Services are at 9 a.m.

Men, you are needed for a Minyon. A Minyon is the number of men needed to read the Torah. The important number needed is 10. Please be counted as part of the 10 men and make the Minyon. You will be doing a Mitzvah (a good deed).

Thank you!

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

C om in g E ven ts: Saturday, April 21 –Morning Services at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday, April 22 – There will NOT be a Shule Bingo.

Sunday, May 6 at 1 p.m. – The Sisterhood sponsors a fun afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3 per person which includes

admission, snacks and refreshments.

Saturday, May 12 – The Sisterhood sponsors a Kiddush in honor of Mother’s Day. This will take place after the morning services.

Sunday, May 13 – A very happy Mother’s Day to all the ladies within our congregation, as well as our dear friends.

Sunday, May 20 at 1:00 p.m. – Welcome to a great afternoon of Bingo for the little price of $3/person. The fee includes admission, snacks and refreshments. Bring your friends; make and enjoy new friends too.

G ood a n d Welfa r e: 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.

We are so happy to hear that Florence Berland is home from the hospital and is on the mend. Looking forward to seeing you soon at Bingo.

Birthday wishes to Eli Kalman who will be celebrating his special day on May 7. Many more in good health.

Please! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you.

Shalom!

—M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky

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 7 p.m. 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 Ethics of our Fathers 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 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 Blvd., 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.

Donations can be mailed to the Co-op Jewish Center.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

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Iglesias Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Pastors Fernando Figueroa and Thomas Garrett and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana Marcos extend an invitation for you to come together and celebrate the day that the Lord has made, worshipping his precious and holy name T he E nem y’s Per fect Plan Let’s not allow the enemy to distract us...

Satan called a worldwide convention.

In his opening address to his evil angels, he said, “We can’t keep Christians from going to church. We can’t keep them from reading their Bibles and knowing the truth. We can’t even keep them from conservative values. But we can do something else. We can keep them from forming an intimate, abiding relationship experience in Christ. If they gain that connection with Jesus, our power over them is broken. So let them go to church, let them have their

conservative lifestyles, but steal their time, so they can’t gain that experience in Jesus Christ. This is what I want you to do, angels. Distract them from gaining hold of their Savior and maintaining that vital connection throughout their day!”

“How shall we do this?” shouted his angels.

“Keep them busy in the nonessentials of life and invent unnumbered schemes to occupy their minds,” he answered. “Tempt them to spend, spend, spend then borrow, borrow, borrow. Convince the wives to go to work for long hours and the husbands to work six or seven days a week, ten to twelve hours a day so they can afford their lifestyles. Keep them from spending time with their children. As their family fragments, soon their homes will offer no escape from the pressures of work.”

“Overstimulate their minds so that they

cannot hear that still small voice. Entice them to play the radio or cassette player whenever they drive, to keep the TV, VCR, CD’s and their PC’s going constantly in their homes.

And see to it that every store and restaurant in the world plays non-Biblical music constantly. This will jam their minds and break that union with Christ.”

Fill their coffee tables with magazines and newspapers. Pound their minds with news 24 hours a day. Invade their driving moments with billboards. Flood their mailboxes with junk mail, sweepstakes, mail order catalogues, and every kind of newsletter and promotional offering, free products, services and false hopes.”

It was quite a convention in the end. And the evil angels went eagerly to their assignments causing Christians everywhere to get busy, busy, busy and rush here and there.

CHURCH HOURS: Sp an ish Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m.

Friday: Bible Study, 8:00 p.m.

Sunday: Sunday School, 10:00 a.m. — Evangelistic Service: 12:00 p.m.

C h u r ch H ou r s: You t h Ser vice Bilin gu a l Saturday: 7:30 p.m.

We have a live band of very young and talented musicians.

Chu r ch H our s: E nglish Sunday: Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m.

All are welcome. We are located in the Section 5 community center, Room 42.

For any questions or prayers, call 718671-6112 or 247-275-5500 God Bless You, And May The Lord’s Face Shine Upon You. —P astor s Fer n an do F iguer oa & Th om as G ar r ett

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

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

There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

P r a yer Nigh t : We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building.

Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors.

Bring a friend who would like prayer.

Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish.

The Lord said, “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20 Aft er School P r ogr a m : In Room 43 of Einstein Community Center is a safe environment, where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have fun, please call (718) 671-1033.

C r escen do C h r istia n M u sic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open

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

We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 Noon. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, April 18 at 5 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m.

Men’s prayer service is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. We invite the men of the community to join us on May 8 for the next Men’s prayer service.

Men’s and Women’s Day will be celebrated on tomorrow, Sunday, April 22, at our 11 a.m. and at 3:30 p.m. services in Room 45, Einstein Center. The speaker for the 11 a.m. service will be Evangelist Lynette Shelborne-Barfield, Minister of Outreach & Evangelism at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, Arverne, NY and our afternoon speaker will be Rev. Carl McCluster, Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, Bridgeport, CT. The theme for the day will be “Christian Men and Women – The Salt of the Earth,” Matthew 5:13. The colors for the day will be white with a touch of orange. All are invited to this joyous time.

The Building Fund Ministry will celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 13, with a dinner and show to honor Mom on her day. The celebration will be held here in the Einstein Community Center, in Room 45. Ticket price for adults is $40, children (9 to 11) are $20 and children under 8 years old are free. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. and Dinner will be served at 2 p.m.

On Saturday, October 6, we will celebrate our Pastor’s 20th Anniversary at the Greentree Country Club at 12 p.m. The Greentree is located at 538 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. James Thornton, Pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Brooklyn, NY. Ticket price for adults is $90; children 3 to 12 years $60; children under 3 are free. For tickets or additional information, call the church at 718-3203744.

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

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

—Ha ttie L . L uca s

from Monday – Thursday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Private and group lessons are available.

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

M en ’s Fellowsh ip: Every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and share your testimonies, explore your gifts and be blessed in the Word of our Lord.

Bring a friend so they can get a blessing too. Hope to see you there.

E xer cise a n d H ea lt h: Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Come and learn about better health.

Fa m ily Nigh t : Friday nights are for the family. We will be having Bible stud-

ies and other spiritual growth activities for all ages. There will be English & Spanish groups. Bring a friend or two or more.

F lea M a r ket: We are getting ready for our first annual Flea Market on May 12th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Space is $30 and with a table, it’s $35. Vendors who would like to participate, please call Pauline at (718) 320-1552 in the mornings, 8 a.m. 10 a.m. or evenings, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., you can call Barbara at (347) 603-7473; If no answer, leave a message or Priscilla at (347) 987-8219; If no answer, leave a message.

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10/22

ALL MAKES Refrigerator • Gas Stove • Gas Oven C a ll Now 646-326-6893 Sa t u r d a y 9 a .m . - 5 p .m .

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

Fully Insured NYC License #1233497

Call 718.792.2655 10/22

DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR • 1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700 6/30

SPOONERS DOMESTIC SERVICE

5/26 • 4 Hour Minimum • General Cleaning — $72 + tax • Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax • Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

Call

SALES & SERVICE

(718) 320-5112 Cleaning Service - Carpet

Bags, Belts & Filters

Free Pick up & Delivery 1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

4/21 4/28

Barbershop - Mobile 4/21

5/5

8/11

www.spoonercleaning.com

VACUUM

718-829-9090

J & R AP P L I ANC E R E PAI R

H ou se C lea n in g: $75 for 3-hrs of General/Heavy duty cleaning. $20 each additional hour. Labor ONLY/supplies NOT included.

W in d ow Wa sh in g: $5 per window/WITHOUT Guards. $7 per window/WITH Guards. 5 window minimum charge. Screen washing $2/screen.

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

EMERGENCY SERVICE

$20 OFF

Appliances Repair

(718) 379-8782

Too busy to attend to the cleaning & upkeep of your apartment? Need help with such details? Assistance is here. Co-op City only.

Available weekends only.

Call 718-379-9266. 4/21

We do all the work and you get all the credit

• Housekeeping • Nanny • Homemaker

•

SNE CLEANING SERVICE 4/28 Independent Contractor: Ms. Salmon, CEO @ 718-547-5400 or 646-319-1234 • 4 Hour Minimum • Standard Cleaning - $70 + tax • Semi-Heavy Duty - $80 + tax • Super Heavy - $150 + tax • Clutter Cleaning - $350+up

Cleaning Lady Available, Monday to Friday, weekends possible. Good references. $10/hour. Call anytime, 646-436-7837, Beverly.

4/28

Vacuums FREE Pick-up and Delivery!

I’m Looking For A Position In:

Call 718-325-5141 for information.

4/28

10/22

Will Pay Top $$ for JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ, Rock & Roll, 50s, 60s, & 70s.

LP, 78 or 45.

• Home Health Aide • Elderly Care • Companion Care

We BEAT Any Quote!

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

Old Records Wanted.

7/14

CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

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

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

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

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

G et Top C a sh for your Jazz, Soul, R&B and Gospel albums from 50s to 70s. C a ll H owa r d a t 212-873-4016 a n yt im e.

4/28

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE

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

Repair Closet Doors and much more!

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

EMERGENCY SERVICE

• ALL MAKES & MODELS

Records Wanted

Blinds

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CLASSIFIEDS Cleaning Service - Carpet

Co-op City Times • cctimes@riverbaycorp.com Coaching and Counseling

Moving

CO-OP SALES

- Grout & Carpet Cleaning E the

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l i m in a t e Bu gs

Br ea E a sy

Floors

1-800-479-2667

Co-op City Resident Specials

4/28

Cleaning Service - Windows

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS 1-203-482-6337

4/20/13

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair 4/21

Access Computer Consultants Service • Repair • Instruction

R O N ’S

M & M FLOORS

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

10% Co-op City resident discount.

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

5/26

914.

423.

1773

Professional, Knowledgeable and Courteous Service

24-Hours a day / 7 days a week

4/21

Dataway Computers, Inc. Networking, Maintenance, Repair

$40 Field Service

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

646-326-2676

Call: Ava ila ble: Au t hen t ic Up gr a de Vist a t o W in d ows 7

Visit Us: www.dattaway.com

• RANGE HOODS • LIGHT FIXTURES • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING • COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS 4/28

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***NEWS FLASH ***

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

• House Calls $40 THEMEPSEE Provides: • HOUSE CALLS 24/7 • COMPUTER REPAIR: All Versions of Windows Available • Mac and PC repair • COMPUTER LESSONS - Private One-on-one Session Available • COMPUTER SALES - Laptop, Desktops

Call Mike 347-541-4708 (Bronx) JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

4/28 6/23

Repair - Upgrade - Trouble-shooting - Systems Builder - Data Recovery - Virus Removal - Laptop Cracked Screen - Broken Power Jack. Call James 646-281-4475 • 718-324-4332

Call Bill

ESTIMATE!

718.320.5270

FATHER & SON

Top Quality Work Painting, Plastering, Wallpapering, Floor Sanding & Refinishing.

Also, Floor Waxing.

5/26 Call Wesley 212.996.7347 or 917.325.5334 Slipcovers

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

7/14

• FREE DIAGNOSTIC CHECK UP • CO-OP CITY RESIDENTS FREE HOUSE CALL

FREE!

Locksmith

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

Bathroom $74.95 paint included • Kitchen $99 & up • Floor Service • Wallpaper, Panel, Carpet Removal • Blinds, Doors & Kitchen Cabinets Moderate Repairs

4/28

Medco • MultiLock • Wilson

Lic. #1417990

4/28

WE SAVE YOU MONEY!

Licensed and Bonded

FREE Phone Consultation

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

CUSTOM COLOR

FAMILY LOCKSMITH

MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

A-1 PAINTING PLUS

1-800-479-2667 JASON LASH

Free Telephone Consultation $25/Hour Field Service

Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Appliances ✔ Furniture ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood

Painting

Home Improvement

Call (718) 473-0772

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Trucking Corp.

Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

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

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

(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS

Media Data Transfer

CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS 4/28 LOW, LOW PRICES

Make Your Special Videos Last!

ALL STATE DECORATORS

Weddings • Graduations • Birthdays Tapes Wear Out - Don’t Lose Those Memories!

Transfer your audio and video cassettes to CD or DVD for long-lasting enjoyment of the important events in your life!

Just $9.95 each! Pick-up & Delivery!

Transfer: Vinyl LPs, Audio Cassettes to CD. Transfer: VHS, DV, Hi8, 8mm, Overseas VHS to DVD.

CALL NOW: 646-327-5106

4/28

Upholstery/Blinds

REUPHOLSTERING

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

STYLISH DECORATORS • 718.881.7691 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

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Co-op Sales Est. 1969

CALL 1-800-479-2667

Need a Facelift?

• Medicine Cabinets • Flooring • Range Hoods • Carpet Cleaning • Light Fixtures

DEEP DOWN CARPET CLEANING! • In House Shampoo Service • Pre-Spot Included • Dual Steam Extraction Process • Upholstery Cleaning Available • Furniture Moving • Tile & Grout Cleaning

• Window Fashions • Shower Doors • Refacing • Wall Mirrors • Counter Tops

Breathe Easier • Eliminate Bugs

We Beat Any Written Quote!! www.co-opsales.info Licensed and Insured, NYC Better Business Bureau, NYC Dept. of Consumer Affairs