Co-op City Times 05/11/13

Riverbay Election Supplement on pages 31-42

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Vol. 48 No. 19

Saturday, May 11, 2013

Riverbay and elected officials: State transportation plans not enough to handle new mall’s increased traffic

BY BILL STUTTIG With the opening of the new 780,000 square foot Mall at Bay Plaza projected to be a little more than a year away, project managers for the New York State Thruway Authority presented plans for a greatly expanded exit 11 off of I-95 to allow traffic to flow into the new mall parking areas and not tie up traffic on I-95.

The plans were presented by Tony Melendez, a project manager for the New York Thruway Authority, at a meeting in the Bartow Community Center featuring representation from many of the key players in the development of this vast project which will more than double the size of the existing Mall, bring an estimated 1700 new jobs

into the community, and on the other hand, greatly increase traffic congestion in the area which is already rated as poor during peak hours by the Thruway Authority’s own admission.

The meeting, which also featured representation from top Riverbay management and several Board Directors, was set up at the behest and request of Co-op City General Manager Vernon Cooper amid the growing concern of his and others that not enough was being done to improve access to the mall’s two adjacent highways, without further exacerbating the congestion of the streets of Co-op City.

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City officials promise quick action on Riverbay’s quality of life concerns

BY BILL STUTTIG Riverbay’s top management officials and two Board Directors met on Wednesday afternoon with representatives of the city’s Departments of Transportation (DOT), Environmental Protection (DEP), Fire (FDNY), and Parks and Recreation to discuss dozens of quality of life concerns regarding city property and services in and around Co-op City and a quick remedy for most of these concerns.

Staff for the office of City Councilman Andy King sat in on the meeting, along with Community Board 10 District Manager Ken Kearns. Councilman King listened in on the meeting for a short time via a speaker phone before being forced to attend to another obligation.

As was the case in meetings held in two prior years, Riverbay officials came to the meeting with a large booklet of photos illustrating each of the numerous concerns which ranged from faded or missing street signs to more serious concerns, such as uncapped fire hydrants and

broken and clogged storm drains. Unlike in past years, each of the concerns and conditions cataloged by Riverbay staff was followed up with a 3-1-1 call and each was assigned a service request number which were provided to the city officials whose departments are charged with fixing these concerns.

Each of the city department representatives attending the meeting said the initial 3-1-1 calls made by Riverbay, under the charge of Ombudsman Joe Boiko, will help in expediting remediation of the condition although it was stated that 3-1-1 complaints typically take between 2 and 3 months to be rectified under the current system.

To help expedite this system in the case of Co-op City, Riverbay offered to make one key supervisory person a contact person for each particular city department representative to establish a direct line of communication with Co-op City for each agency to receive Riverbay’s help in fixing the variety of concerns presented at (Continued on page 4)

Happy Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th

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2013 Election Committee announces Voting Incentive Program

BY ROZAAN BOONE To ensure a high turnout of shareholders for the Riverbay Board of Directors election scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 22, the Riverbay Board of Directors has approved offering the 2013 Voting Incentive Program once again this year.

On Wednesday, May 22, voting will take place between the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. in the lobbies of the residential buildings.

Eight of the Board’s fifteen Directors voted to approve the voting incentive program which offers $100 each in cash to twenty-five shareholders, five from each section, who will be selected in a random computerized drawing overseen by the Riverbay Finance Department.

During the drawing, five choices from each of the five sections will be randomly chosen by computer from a database in which all of the buildings in the development are sequentially listed. Each of these numbers correlates to a building and an apartment and as the numbers are drawn identifying a possible winning apartment, they will be matched against the voting registers and also compared against absentee and challenge ballots to ensure that the shareholder voted in the election, which is scheduled to be held in a week and a half on Wednesday, May 22. If the first number drawn comes up invalid, meaning that the shareholder did not vote, the second number will be considered, (Continued on page 2)

Candidates’ Forum Monday in Einstein, Rm. 45 T h e secon d officia l R iver b a y C a n d id a t es’ For u m will b e h eld on M on d a y, M a y 13, 7: 30 p .m . in R oom 45 of t h e E in st ein C en t er.

P lea se m a ke ever y effor t t o a t t en d a n d h ea r fr om t h e ca n d id a t es r u n n in g in t h e 2013 R iver b a y Boa r d of Dir ect or s elect ion sch ed u led t o t a ke p la ce on Wed n esd a y, Ma y 22, 6 a .m . t o 9 p .m . in you r bu ild in g lob b y.

Chief Frank Apollo honored at 45th Precinct Community Council breakfast

BY BILL STUTTIG Riverbay Public Safety commander Chief Frank Apollo was one of four distinguished community leaders from throughout the 45th Precinct service area to be honored by the precinct’s Community Council at its annual breakfast held Wednesday morning, May 8, at Villa Barone Manor in Throggs Neck.

Apollo was introduced to the Captain James McGeown, Commander of the 45th gathering of more than 300 east Precinct (l.), and Joe Boiko, Vice-President of the 45th Community Council (r.) present Chief Frank Bronx community residents by Precinct Apollo with his honor recognizing his significant contriCaptain James McGeown, Com- butions to the safety and quality of life of Co-op City mander of the 45th Precinct, and and the general 45th Precinct area. Photo by Bill Stuttig Joe Boiko, Vice President of the 45th Riverbay’s Community Relations Director Precinct Community Council, Riverbay Michelle Sajous, and two other Co-op City Ombudsman and a long time Co-op City residents who serve as officers on the council, Sonia Feliciano and Yvonne community leader and resident.

Smith-Burrus.

The annual breakfast was reestablished last year, after an absence of many years, (Continued on page 2) largely through the efforts of Boiko and

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Voting Incentive the second number will be considered, and so on, until a winner is selected.

Citing a decline in votes in recent elections, Director Bailey expressed concerns about shareholders participating in the process this year and a quorum being reached.

“If a quorum is not achieved on May 22, then the election continues the following day(s), which would be an additional cost to the Riverbay Corporation,” said Director Bailey.

To help ensure a quorum, the Election Committee, with approval from the Riverbay Board, will offer twenty-five $100 (total of $2,500) to randomly selected voters from each of the five sections.

Two years ago, 5,398 votes were cast in the Riverbay Board election and 5,056 votes were needed for the quorum.

Last year, 5,299 votes were cast and 5,019 were needed to make the quorum.

This year, 5,013 votes are needed for a quorum.

“I once again continue to emphasize as I have been doing throughout this process, as a community, we face many important decisions and it is very important that every shareholder pays attention to these annual Board elections to determine who will represent you on the Riverbay Board,” said Director Bailey. “I, along with the members of the 2013 Election Committee, encourage all shareholders to not tune out, but to stay focused and to read the candidates’ statements and ads carefully when they appear in the election supple-

Apollo Rev. Dr. Gail Badger-Morgan, who is also the Assistant General Manager of Co-op City, delivered the Invocation which began Wednesday morning’s festivities.

Aside from Apollo, this year’s program also honored Community Board 10 Chairperson John Marano, Spencer Estates and Country Club community leader Louis Amend and City Island community leader Barbara Dolensek. A host of Co-op City community groups and leaders, including the Dreiser Retirees, Cooperators United and several Riverbay Board Directors, attended the breakfast to be part of the festivities, but more specifically to witness the honors bestowed on Co-op City’s own Chief Apollo.

Apollo specifically thanked many of Co-op City community groups, the Riverbay Board and Management, residents and especially Public Safety’s officers, detectives and supervisors while accepting his award, stating that the award in not a reflection on him as much as it is a reflection on the entire department and the entire community in working together to maintain Co-op City as one of the safest communities in New York City.

Apollo included in his remarks a quote from the great 19th century essayist and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson who said, “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded.”

Apollo continued in his address to the more than 300 in attendance: “This is what life is all about, leaving your mark, making change for the betterment of humanity. The officers in the Co-op City Dept of Public Safety do this everyday — bringing closure to people who turn to you for help, bringing peace to those that need it, treating others the way you would want your loved ones to be treated, not just looking at a victim or a situation as another statistic, but pouring yourself into that person and trying to feel what they are feeling at that moment, never losing your human side as a law enforcement officer, but utilizing law enforcement to become a better human being.”

Chief Apollo then turned his remarks to his young son, Charles, who was in attendance, and said:0 “In your life, you will be met with challenges. You will have hopes and dreams that you want to fulfill. Follow those hopes and dreams because they are instilled in you by the Lord and he wants you to fulfill them. No matter what, there will be people that will try to destroy your dreams and place obstacles in the way of your hopes and discredit your accomplishments. They will tell you all the qualities that you lack when in actuality they lack these qualities themselves. The Lord will intervene and throw the obstacles out of your way. He will place you in a situation that he will want you to fulfill and remove you from it when better things come your way. You will not be able to do it alone, He will place key people in your life that will get you through it, such as the people that are present for me here today. They may come in the form of family or friends, colleagues or brief encounters and it will become clear that they have provided the support needed to fulfill God’s plan for you.

Everything happens for a reason, rise against the nonbelievers and allow the obstacles of life to make your spirit stronger. Do not forget those that helped you along the way and pray for the souls of those that attempted to hurt you. Remember, Charlie, that there are famous people that

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ments in the Co-op City Times and to make every effort to attend the candidates’ nights being held by individual building associations to get to know and hear from those seeking your support so that you can be informed when you cast your vote on election day, Wednesday, May 22.”

Director Bailey expressed hope that this year’s Voting Incentive Program will assist in bringing shareholders out to their voting sites on Wednesday, May 22.

“In these difficult economic times, I’m sure that many of our households can use the $100 being offered, so please take advantage of it and vote on election day,’ said Director Bailey.

This year, shareholders will be voting to fill five open seats on the Board as the terms of Directors Helen Atkins, Bernard Cylich, Andrea Leslie, Evelyn Santiago and Raymond Tirado are up.

There will be one vote per unit by residents who are shareholders of record as of April 1, 2013.

Beginning on Saturday, May 4, the first of three consecutive special election supplements was published in the Co-op City Times, in which each of the candidates will place statements and advertisements outlining their qualifications for the position of Riverbay Board Director and their views on issues facing the community. The final election supplement will be published next Saturday, May 18.

The first official Candidates’ Forum took place this

Wednesday, May 8th in the Dreiser Center, Auditorium B, at 7:30 p.m.

The second Candidates’ Forum scheduled by the 2013 Election Committee will be held this Monday, May 13, also at 7:30 p.m. in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center.

The annual meeting of shareholders to elect candidates to serve three-year terms on the 15-member Board, which sets policy for the Riverbay Corporation and the Co-op City community, will be held on Wednesday, May 22nd. As has been the case with the last Board election, this year’s election will be conducted by voting machines. Voting will take place in the building lobbies from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on May 22nd.

After the polls close on May 22nd, the tallies will be counted after 9 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

Voting machines will be available for public inspection on Tuesday, May 21. Additional details will be publicized as soon as they are available.

A recount will be conducted on Thursday, May 30th.

The final official 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, June 1st.

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 5th and begin serving their terms.

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have overcome so many things...people like Jackie Robinson, Martin Luther King, Roberto Clemente, Helen Keller and Anne Frank. They overcame obstacles because God needed them to make changes in the world. He utilized these angels as a gateway to hope. When we read their stories today, we are inspired by what they overcame and we use that inspiration to propel our spirit to another level.

Follow your hopes and dreams, inspire others, be loving and caring to humanity and you will find yourself as blessed as your father is today.”

Apollo speech was met with a standing ovation from the large gathering.

Other guest speakers for the day included Bronx District Attorney Robert Johnson, and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., both of whom speciicfically referred to Coop City’s low crime rate and the resulting sucessful development springing up in and around Co-op City.

City Council James Vacca, who served Co-op City as District Manager of Community Board 10 for 30 years before being elected to the the City Council, referred to a more than 7000 officer drop in the New York City’s total police force in the last 12 years, and said that the city is dependent on communities and community leaders like those that exist in the 45th Precinct and the east Bronx to fight aganist such cuts to

make the city stronger and safer.

City Councilman Andy King, along with a representative of State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto and State Senator Jeff Klein, took a few minutes to present their own citiations to the morning’s honorees which not only included the four community leaders, but several 45th Precinct Officers who performed extraordnary efforts to make key arrests in the precinct and/or improve the quality of life in its communities during the past year. Those honorees were: Sgt. Sean Marks, Officer Miguel Caldero, Officer Jose Barbosa, Officer Isuara Peralta, and Officer Michael Connor.

Special recognition was paid to two school crossing guards – Guadalupe Saldivar and Tammy Morales – who went beyond the call of their responsibilities last month in helping to return a missing senior citizen back to his family.

Captain McGeown closed the proceedings by thanking the 45th Precinct Community Council, its President Robert Beider and its Executive Board Members: John Doyle, Annie Boller and Co-op City residents Joseph Boiko, Sonia Feliciano and Yvonne Smith-Burrus. The Captain also thanked everyone for attending and encouraged everyone to return again for next year’s breakfast.

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Co-oDrive Blood Next CB #10 Meeting The next Community Board #10 meeting will be held on Thursday, May 16, at 7:30 p.m., at Schuyler House, 3077 Cross Bronx Expressway, Bronx, N.Y. 10465. Please make every effort to attend. For further information, please call contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Co-op City musician gives free concert May 17 Co-op City resident Onanje, a talented musician, will be presenting a free concert on Friday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the SGI-USA NYC Cultural Center, 7 East 15th Street, NYC. Some of the other artists who will be performing along with Onanje include Abiodun of the Last Poets, Toni Blackman and harmonica virtuoso Gregoire Maret, Herbie Hancock and Cassandra Wilson. Please bring ID.

Donations needed for Church of the Savior Food Pantry Church of the Savior, which maintains a food pantry at the Building 7 church, is seeking donations of nonperishable food items to help the pantry keep up with an increased demand in recent months. Rev. Dr Robert Smith said the pantry historically helped approximately 10 Co-op City families put food on the table each month, but recent months have seen the demand jump to more than 40 families from Co-op City who go to the pantry for help. To keep up with the increased demand, donations of non-perishable food items are needed, such as canned vegetables, and soups and cereals. Residents who would like to donate food items can drop them off at the church between 6 and 8 p.m., Monday and Tuesday evening or on Sunday morning between 8:45 and 10:30 a.m. Co-op City residents can also call the church at 718-9255052 to arrange to drop off their donations at another time, or to register for help from the pantry.

We wish our readers a happy Mother’s Day, 2013

FRONT PA G E

In loving memory…Pearl E. Ragin Pearl Esmeralda Lawson Ragin, an original Co-op City resident, was called home to rest on Sunday, April 28, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.

Pearl was the mother of Gail E. Ragin, Executive Assistant to Riverbay’s General Manager and Riverbay’s Office Services Supervisor; and Colette Ragin, Riverbay Director of Organization, Development & Training.

Pearl was the first of six children born on January 22, 1929 to Russell Harold and Ellen Victoria Lawson in New York City. Pearl graduated from Morris High School and worked part-time in neighborhood stores. Her father encouraged her to study Nursing, but after one semester she dropped out, explaining that when the professor said they were going to the morgue, she became squeamish and withdrew from school.

Returning to East 168th Street where her family resided at the time, young Pearl reconnected with her girlfriends. At a neighborhood dance, Pearl met James Ragin, a dashing young man from West Philly who often visited a family that lived two buildings away from Pearl’s family, and the rest was history. James and Pearl wedded in 1949. Their union produced 3 beautiful daughters, Gail Ellen, Lydia Cheryl and Colette Dawn.

In 1961, Pearl lost her father, Russell

Lawson. This tragic event triggered a health crisis in Pearl’s life which necessitated her to be hospitalized and during which time she had a near death experience. Pearl’s late mother, Ellen Lawson, and sister, Deanna, helped James take care of their three daughters. With God by her side, Pearl made a remarkable recovery and was reunited with her family.

In 1965, Pearl entered the workforce for the first time during her marriage. She worked as a school aide at Public School 49 where both Lydia and Colette attended.

Embarrassed that their mother worked in their school, the girls would try to hide from their mother during lunchtime, but to no avail. Pearl would spot them on the lunch line and hand them fresh golden apples that they would hurriedly take to avoid further teasing by their friends.

In 1965, James heard about the new Mitchell-Llama Housing that was breaking ground on the soil previously known as Freedom Land, and, with a small down payment, he submitted his application for Co-op City. Pearl always engaged her daughters with enriching cultural events to broaden their perspective. She took them to shows at Radio City, roller-skating at Rockefeller Center, Art and Wax museums in Manhattan, Laurel’s Resort in the Poconos, and Wildwood Resort in New Jersey. Pearl was part of the village that

cared, nurtured and instilled Godly principles in her daughters, as well as the neighborhood children. Out of these experiences grew lasting family bonds that would span decades.

Pearl, being the heart and soul of her family, always instilled love and unity amongst her girls.

During the late sixties, Pearl and a group of her co-workers were selected to become part of the Parent Professional Program. This program was an offshoot of Fostering Parent and Professional Collaboration Research. As parents began to participate more actively in planning (Continued on page 16)

Veteran receives honors she earned thanks to Co-op City ‘friends’

BY JIM ROBERTS A World War II veteran who lived out her years quietly in Co-op City nearly wound up dying alone and unnoticed.

But thanks to the intervention of people here who care for others, Kate Isear’s military service has been recognized by a grateful country.

Isear was a familiar face to many in the Dreiser Community Center, sitting in the plaza during warm days reading, or taking meals at the JASA Senior Center.

But she didn’t appear to have many friends, according Co-op City resident and JASA worker, Clarice Simpson.

“Kate acted like a recluse, introverted, she wouldn’t talk to anyone,” Simpson said. “She would sit by herself in the lower level at Dreiser every morning.”

Simpson said that Kate appeared to be in ill health and not up to caring for herself as her sickness started to wear her down late last year. “I always talked with her, told her to make sure and come and get something to eat — are you feeling okay, what can we do for you?” she said.

Kate was 87 years old and went to the hospital last November. Her health continued to decline and she went back and

forth to nursing homes and the Regeis Care Center on Baychester Avenue.

Then in late March, Kate passed away. Attempts to contact any known relatives failed, and, without anyone to claim her body, her final resting place was destined to be a Potter’s field.

But Simpson and another kind soul, Janet Smith, a social worker at Regeis and the facility’s marketing director, didn’t want Kate to suffer that sad and lonely fate. Playing detective with the few clues they found in Kate’s bags, Smith deter-

mined that she had served in the military in World War II as a medic and also worked for many years at the New York City Police Department (NYPD). “No one should leave this world without a blessing of the body,” Smith said.

Thanks to Smith’s tireless efforts, Kate received a full military funeral presided over by Rabbi Solomon Berl and was buried at Calverton National Cemetery. The flag that draped her coffin was presented to Regeis Care Center and a ceremony will be held there in her honor early this summer.

Smith is grateful that the Regeis Center community was able to bring Kate’s life to the respectful end that she deserved. “I don’t think that she had the recognition during her life that she’s gotten in death and that’s why we worked so hard to make sure she got the military burial,” Smith said.

“Sitting there at the service, I was overwhelmed as I saw the enormity of what it turned out to be. We were graced to be witness to this lady’s life and passing, and that we were able to honor her that way. We are all called to do this, as a human being and as a community,” Smith said.

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Quality of Life this meeting and during meetings held in prior years.

The problem with fire hydrants missing caps were presented to the FDNY representative in attendance. The representative said that the FDNY inspects fire hydrants on a bi-annual basis and reports to DEP when they spot a fire hydrant with a missing cap. DEP is then charged with replacing those caps. In the case of Co-op City, Riverbay provided photos of at least 14 hydrants throughout the community with missing caps, each of which has already been reported to 3-1-1 by Riverbay. The DEP representative in attendance promised to work with Riverbay at identifying those hydrants and replacing the missing caps in the coming weeks.

Several broken or clogged storm drains were documented and presented to the DEP representative as well who promised to work directly with Riverbay in repairing those drains. A similar arrangement worked out last year led to the repair or unclogging of several storm drains throughout the community last spring.

Parks Department officials were presented documentation of at least 12 dead or missing street trees throughout the community, some missing altogether and others just stumps. As was the case with the other concerns presented at the meeting, a 3-1-1 case number was presented for each of the locations with dead or missing trees. Parks Department officials in attendance said that some of the dead or missing trees have already been addressed and a request for additional sidewalk trees will be granted. As in the case of DEP,

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Parks was assigned a Riverbay supervisor to act as a direct, daily liaison with the department in expediting the tree replacement. Riverbay even offered their direct assistance in planting the new trees, as well as additional trees.

The city’s DOT was presented a wide variety of concerns, including many faded and unreadable street signs, missing streets signs, missing street lamp posts, missing or, in many cases, unreadable no parking or alternate-side-of-the-street signs and curb defects which lead to the chronic minor flooding at several intersections and streets in the community after heavy rains.

An agreement was reached last year to have DOT repair the street conditions which lead to the minor flooding as long as Riverbay fixes the adjacent sidewalk which could also result in the condition.

General Manager Vernon Cooper announced that Riverbay now has the funding to make the scattered sidewalk repairs and will be working with DOT to coordinate the needed repairs to both sidewalk and street.

Each of the dozens of missing or faded street and parking signs were also reported to 3-1-1, it was reported by Cooper.

The DOT representative in attendance said that he would follow–up using the complaint numbers presented to him and repairs should be made within two to three months.

Board Director Eleanor Bailey complained about the condition of the jersey barriers along the curve between Bartow Avenue and Hutchinson River Parkway East as traffic exits and enters Section 5.

She said that she believes that most of the barriers date back to the initial development of Co-op City 40 years ago and are in dire need of replacement. Photo documentation of the poor condition of the barriers was presented to DOT to back-up Director Bailey’s claims.

Director Bailey also complained about the absence of student crossing signs at the intersections adjacent to P.S. 160 and also about the broken condition of certain curb cuts and the broken adjacent pavement which makes it very difficult for the community’s disabled to pass through using motorized carts or other wheeled devices which they depend on.

Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab brought up what turned out to be the most contentious topic of discussion when he suggested that adding a bike lane to Bartow Avenue between the mall entrance and I-95, thereby reducing the busy roadway from three lanes to two in both directions, may not be the most prudent change to make when you consider that a new indoor mall is coming to the area within a year which will double the size of Bay Plaza’s retail space and customer base.

The DOT representative in attendance pointed to a recent study conducted by the DOT, the details of which are available online, which show that Bartow Avenue at this location ranks in the top third of all roadways in the Bronx for the number of serious injury causing accidents. The DOT representative maintained that the reduction of lanes will make it easier for pedestrians to cross the roadways’ wide intersections, will calm the traffic down, and will likely result in a smoother flow of

traffic into the mega shopping development, as well as Co-op City.

Riverbay Ombudsman Boiko said that Riverbay still remains in opposition to the new bike lanes and reduced traffic lanes and suggested a townhall meeting be held in Co-op City to let the residents voice their opinion.

The DOT representative said that a Community Board 10 committee meeting was held last month and that qualifies as sufficient public notice under the City Charter.

Nevertheless, Riverbay did complain following that Community Board committee presentation and a private meeting was set up for Riverbay and elected officials to hear about the proposal.

Even after the private presentation at the Bronx DOT offices, Riverbay officials still remain opposed to the idea and are demanding more discussion before the plan’s implementation which is reportedly imminent.

City Councilman King, during a brief interview with the Co-op City Times the following day, said that he is in favor of the traffic changes, but only on a 90-day trial basis. He said that if the changes are made and they prove to be effective after 90 days, they should stay. If they prove to cause problems, the bike lanes then should be removed and alternate plans should be explored.

General Manager Cooper closed the meeting by thanking each of the representatives for their attendance and also requested another meeting be set in two months to monitor the progress of the numerous requests for repairs.

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Meeting regarding the new mall at Bay Plaza We realize the importance of attending the local Community Board meetings in order to know what is going on in and around Co-op City on the city, state and federal government levels and on the private sector side. This enables us to gather vital information and report back to you so that you are well informed and prepared for changes slated to take place and hopefully that you can weigh in on before they take place. This is why we’ve had two of our staff members, Joe Boiko and Michelle Sajous, apply to be members of the Community Board.

Although they have not been selected, they are invited guests to the Community Board Cabinet meetings, which is when and where the various governmental agencies discuss issues that affect the respective communities.

If not for their efforts, we would not have quick access to information and would not know about the discussions and subsequent decisions that are made somewhat in a vacuum because they do not include input from the community. Although we believe significant changes or developments should always come to the community, they oftentimes don’t because these parties are only obligated to come before the Community Planning Board.

Management Corner

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. With that being said, the discussions about the new Mall at Bay Plaza and the plans to address the additional traffic that the new mall will bring in to the community have only taken place at the Community Planning Board level and therefore we have been trying to have a meeting at Riverbay to discuss this project for months now. We are glad to report that thanks to the Borough President’s office, specifically Mr. Wilhelm Ronda, we were finally given the opportunity to meet with the owners of Bay Plaza, along with our local elected officials and representatives of various city and state agencies, in order to hear from them directly their plans as it relates to handling the additional traffic that will occur as a result of the new mall.

At the meeting, it was clear that no one thought the whole thing through with respect to how motorists will be able to get out of Bay Plaza any easier than they do now. The plan to add additional lanes in order to exit I-95 north-bound might allow vehicles to

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enter the shopping mall easier and faster, but nothing is being said or considered with respect to how these vehicles will leave the mall, without causing all types of traffic congestion for the residents of this community.

As we’ve said before, while on one hand we are elated to see that 75 to 80 new stores will come in to the community that will provide additional goods and services, as well as, hopefully, job opportunities for the residents of this community, we are equally concerned with the impact of the additional traffic, which can make life miserable for people, particularly when traffic tends to be very heavy, in general, like the weekends and holidays. We believe that the proposed reduction of driving lanes along Bartow Ave. by the City’s Department of Transportation may negatively impact the community, particularly after the new stores open, if there is no other relief beyond what is being proposed now.

We have asked for additional meetings with Bay Plaza, our elected officials and the agencies. Perhaps there are additional things that Bay Plaza must do, if it is not done by the City or State of New York. This is a very important issue for the community and now is our time to make our voices

heard. We will do all that we can to keep the community informed. We have asked that there be follow-up meetings and were assured that there will be, but what is key, is that the representatives at these follow-up meetings include individuals who can and will conduct the necessary surveys and get estimates of the costs associated with these needed changes, so that real discussions can be held about how and who will make them (between the owners and the agencies). We believe this week’s meeting was a great start, but there is still a lot to do.

I would like to take this opportunity to say to all cooperators, please read the Co-op City Times on a weekly basis and if you are reading the paper every week, but know of neighbors who are not, please encourage them to do so as well, because there is a lot of important information in it every week, as we try very hard to keep you informed. We realize that many people don’t have the time and perhaps the desire to attend meetings of this nature, however, it is important that you know what is being planned and how it will impact you, your family and friends. It is my understanding that fewer and fewer families are even picking up their paper from the hallways. So, please spread the word. Thank you!

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Second Reading: Resolution #13-33 SUBM I T T E D BY: Al Shapiro SE C O NDE D BY: Ray Tirado Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g Da t ed: M a y 1st , 2013 W H E R E AS, AMG Quickserve, LLC has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 2043 Bartow Avenue (2,472 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used for retail Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins Store; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is five years and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and W H E R E AS, an inquiry was requested with the Better Business Bureau which resulted in no negative findings; 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 2043 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and AMG Quickserve, LLC, 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 UR T 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: Atkins, Cylich, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Abdul-Wahhab ABSE NT F O R VOT E : Turner ABSE NT : Bailey, Graham, Illis, Owens PASSE D

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Second Reading: Resolution #13-36

Ralph Henriquez Production Manager

SUBM I T T E D BY: Ray Tirado SE C O NDE D BY: Othelia Jones Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g Da t ed: M a y 1st , 2013 W H E R E AS, Greater Love Church has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 900 Co-op City Blvd (2,248 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as a Church; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is three years and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 900 Co-op City Blvd, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Greater Love Church, 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 UR T 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: Atkins, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Abdul-Wahhab NO: Leslie ABSTAI N: Cylich ABSE NT F OR VOT E : Tu r n er ABSE NT: Ba iley, Gr a h a m , I llis, Owen s PASSE D

Second Reading: Resolution #13-37 SUBM I T T E D BY: Evelyn Santiago SE C O NDE D BY: Helen Atkins Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g Da t ed: M a y 1st , 2013 W H E R E AS, Richard S Marcus has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 139 Dreiser Loop (403 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as a Law Office, tax service, insurance brokerage, auto driving insurance; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is one year and two months 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 OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 139 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New

York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Richard S Marcus, 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 UR T 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: Atkins, Cylich, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Abdul-Wahhab ABSE NT F OR VOT E : Turner ABSE NT: Bailey, Graham, Illis, Owens PASSE D

Second Reading: Resolution #13-40 SUBM I T T E D BY: Othelia Jones SE C ONDE D BY: Ray Tirado & Francine Reva Jones Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g Da t ed: M a y 1st , 2013 WHEREAS, Faith At Work Christian Church has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 140 Alcott Place (945 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as a Church and faith-mission services; and W H E R E AS, , the term of the lease is three 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 OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 140 Alcott Place, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Faith At Work

Christian Church, 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 UR T 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: Atkins, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Abdul-Wahhab NO: Leslie ABSTAI N: Cylich ABSE NT F OR VOT E : Turner ABSE NT: Bailey, Graham, Illis, Owens PASSE D

Second Reading: Resolution #13-42 SUBM I T T E D BY: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab SE C O NDE D BY: Helen Atkins Boa r d of Dir ect or s M eet in g Da t ed: M a y 1st , 2013 W H E R E AS, Hilemi Zaher has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 173 Einstein Loop (722 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as beauty salon and sale of wigs, cut, color etc. for women’s hair only; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 173 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New

York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Hilemi Zaher, 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 UR T 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: Atkins, Cylich, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Santiago, Shapiro, Tirado, Abdul-Wahhab ABSE NT F OR VOT E : Turner ABSE NT: Bailey, Graham, Illis, Owens PASSE D

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

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

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

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

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

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

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Public Safety Report CCPD urges drivers to “CLICK IT OR TICKET”

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Beginning Monday, May 20, law enforcement will be increasing enforcement of the seat belt law, “CLICK IT OR TICKET.” Seatbelts have shown to effectively reduce your risk of death in a car crash. Front passengers in all vehicles must wear seatbelts at all times. Children and young adults in the rear seats must also wear seat belts. All passengers in a vehicle should wear seat belts. The driver of the vehicle is ultimately responsible for all passengers in their vehicle and can receive summonses and points on their license for all violations. Airbags are not a substitute for seatbelts and are designed to be used in connection with seatbelts. An airbag comes out at a speed of 250 miles per hour. Without a seatbelt, the force of an airbag can cause serious injuries to the front seat passenger and driver. Wearing a seatbelt in a vehicle equipped with airbags will minimize injuries in otherwise life threatening collision. Seatbelts will prevent the wearer from being thrown from the automobile in the case of a collision. Today’s automobiles are designed to keep the passenger compartment intact in a collision. Without a seatbelt, you will not remain within that safety zone. Unsecured persons in a vehicle continue to travel at the vehicle’s speed until they strike a solid object. Internal organs of the unbelted person then collide with the skeletal system causing serious internal injuries. An unbelted person also serves as a projectile and can cause injuries to other persons in the vehicle.

It is very important that all drivers are aware of the rules and regulations regarding the appropriate restraint system for passengers of all ages. Using the proper car seat greatly increases children’s safety when they ride in a vehicle. Every person riding in a vehicle should be appropriately buckled up every time you drive your vehicle. Never put a rear facing infant seat in the front seat of an auto that has a passenger airbag. The airbag can propel the car seat into the seat back with enough force to seriously injure or kill the child.

Never hold a child on your lap while driving or while seated in the front seat. The force of the airbag throwing the child against you could be fatal. You should never take a child out of a car seat if they are fussing. Car seat in the rear seat is always the way to go, never regard not sitting in a car seat or sitting in the front seat as a reward.

Children need to be buckled up in the rear seat of the vehicle properly restrained. Children aged 8 or over, weighing 100 pounds or more or taller than 4 feet, 9 inches may use a seat belt. Children between 4 and 8, 40 to 100 pounds should use a booster seat. Children 1 to 4 years of age should be in a child safety seat with a five point harness. Children younger than 1 should be placed in a rear facing infant seat in the back seat of the auto. Never use a car seat that has been in an accident, it may have sustained damage that is not visible.

It is very important that you carefully read the owner’s manual for both the car seat and for your auto. The LATCH system is an attempt to simplify car seat installation and make it universal from one car to another. LATCH stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. All vehicles manufactured after 2003 must have at least 2 LATCH points in the rear seat. Seat belts can still be used to install car seats.

This is an option for a third seat or if installation in the center seat is desired. Information regarding the LATCH system and the installation of car seats may be found at the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration at 1(888)DASH2DOT or on their website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ Certified child passenger safety technicians check for the proper installation of car seats. To find out about car seat check locations, call 1(866) SEAT CHECK or at their website at www.seatcheck.org.

Texting while driving has bypassed drinking while driving in causing teen deaths. Texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle crash. Young people are at an even higher risk due to lack of driving experience. In New York State, looking at a text, sending a text or otherwise looking at a cellular device are all offenses for which summonses may be issued. “Cell Phone In One Hand, Ticket In The Other.”

Drivers should consider taking a Defensive Driver Training Course. These courses teach drivers tactics in becoming a safer driver, plus provide an insurance discount and possible point reduction. Riverbay Corporation announces a $5 discount on the National Safety Council’s online 6 hour course. Enter referral code #664 at www.ddc nsc.org/ny to receive your $5 discount off the Online Driving Course. The course costs $34.95 with the discount.

You have one month to complete the course in as many sessions as you desire. Users have three attempts to score at least 75% on the exam at the end to receive credit. The

online course offers the same benefits as the live course. A computer with a flash drive is required; Visit the website for more information.

Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. If you consume alcohol, be sure to designate a driver that will not drink. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcohol. Avoid distrac-

tions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

If you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous.

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

2049 Ba r t ow Aven u e, Br on x, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300

O P P O RT UNI T I E S AT C O -O P C I T Y Tell you r fr ien d s, r ela t ives a n d em p loyer s a b ou t : C O NT R AC T SUM M ARY Contr act 2834, Installation of Water Tr eatment System: Complete the Construction, Installation, interconnection, and successful commissioning of a complete Make Up Water Treatment System at the Riverbay Cogeneration Facility.

Pr e-Bid Meeting: April 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: June 18, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Required • Insur ance: Required Contr act 2847, Applicant Scr eening: Legal investigation of

residential and commercial applicants.

Bids Due: May 23, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Required • Insur ance: Required Contr act 2848, Design & Build a Par king Lot (Section 5): Design and build an approximate 6500 square foot parking lot.

Pr e-Bid Meeting: May 2, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: May 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Not Required • Insur ance: Required

C on t a ct : Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com for more information. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

E M P L OYM E NT O P P O R T UNI T I E S Open t o a ll st a ff a n d outside a pplica n ts M a y 8, 2013 – M a y 24, 2013 Requests for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services office by May 16, 2013.

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

Or igin a lly posted: M a y 8, 2013, J ob R efer ence #13-15 Pa yr oll Su ppor t Aide Bu dget/F ina nce Candidates for this part-time entry level position will be responsible for assisting the Payroll and Finance departments with confidential departmental daily operations to include, but not limited to, answering phones; archiving and destruction of payroll records; maintenance of departmental file system and log books as well as additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral English communication, as well as good customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written). Applicant must have the abilities to multitask in a fast paced environment and perform multifunctional assignments.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process as well as pre-employment screening (urinalysis; criminal background check; verification of previous employment; community complaint review) Work schedule – weekdays (days/shifts may vary) Or igin a lly posted: M a y 8, 2013, J ob R efer ence #13-16 Em er gency Desk Dispa tcher s M a intena nce Candidates for this seasonal entry level position will be assigned to work at the corporation’s Maintenance Emergency desk on one of three shifts.

Selected candidates will be responsible for assisting the Maintenance department with receiving/dispatching high volume emergency service calls; record accurate information; input of work orders into Yardi system; and operation of two-way radio to communicate with maintenance field workers, supervisors and vendors. Additional duties may include filing, taking messages, flyer printing and distribution as well as additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Applicant must possess effective written/oral English communication, as well as good customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written).

Applicant must be computer literate and be able to type

forty (40) wpm. Applicant must have the abilities to multitask in a fast paced environment and perform multifunctional assignments.

Selected candidate must successfully complete aptitude testing (including timed typing), interview/selection process as well as pre-employment screening (urinalysis; criminal background check; verification of previous employment; community complaint review) Days of operation/shifts vary: Weekday shifts available - 12 a.m. – 8 a.m. & 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. Weekend shift available - 12 a.m. – 8 a.m., 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. & 4 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Open t o all outside applica nt s M a y 9 – M ay 17, 2013 Or igina lly post ed: M ay 9, 2013, J ob Refer ence #13-17

Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services department by May 20, 2013.

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

Pa r t-Tim e Ut ilityper son M a intena nce Under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor, candidate will be responsible for performing emergency and routine maintenance repairs throughout the development for the summer A/C season. Perform HVAC repairs, including clearing of condensation lines, blower fan and motor replacement. Perform plumbing repairs on lines up to 2 1/2 inches diameter. Snake sewer lines as required with manual and electric equipment as well as perform electrical troubleshooting and repair of apartment & public space circuits and devices. Performance of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements - Knowledge of Maintenance techniques and procedures with an emphasis on plumbing and electrical repairs. Strong troubleshooting skills for the repair of various plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems related to hi-rise buildings and other smaller facilities. Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing maintenance repairs. Must have effective written/oral communication in English and good customer service skills. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds. Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, PA) Required – no exceptions Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review; urinalysis; criminal background check; verification of previous employment; community complaint review) Days and hours may vary.

Applicants may apply in person at the Bartow Administration Office located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. daily.

Resumes may be sent to hr@riverbaycorp.com. *R iver b a y C or p or a t ion is a n eq u a l op p or t u n it y em p loyer *

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Practicing Democracy and Transparency Dear cooperators, Recently, I wrote a Viewpoint entitled, "Practicing Transparency." I believe it is appropriate to add the word "democracy" since it might be unclear to some as to how it should be practiced. And, also to enlighten our community about experiences at Board meetings.

Unfortunately, I missed most of the April 17th Board Business meeting and was shocked to learn that Resolution #1326, submitted by Evelyn Turner, calling for a management search committee, was defeated. Unable to hear the discussion on this resolution, I made certain to read the Directors' viewpoints. Some Board Directors have a style of writing that ridicules the writings and actions of other Board Directors. I believe this to be a case in point.

If you are a regular reader of Board viewpoints, then you probably know about our discussions on the need to evaluate Management. However, it appears that some Directors who want no evaluation, also want no management search committee. I believe that it is not wrong or premature to form a search committee NOW. When Management's contract comes to an end, the majority Board, in my opinion, will say that there is insufficient time to form a search committee. In order to avoid this, it should have been done at the April 17th meeting. I believe that this would have been the democratic way.

Some Board Directors do appear to not want democracy, but perhaps want to continue allowing the tail to wag the dog.

When elected, Board Directors serve for a three-year term. When this term expires and a Director wants to continue serving on the Board, s/he must run for re-elec-

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Secretary

tion to the Board. This is the democratic process.

Resolution #13-26 did not deny Management the opportunity to compete for another contract. It would have been welcomed just like other managers. All the other vendors compete for the jobs at Riverbay. If Board Directors and other vendors must participate in a democratic process and compete against others, then why shouldn't management. Why is management getting what I believe is preferential treatment and being exempt from our democratic process?

Upon further examination of this question, one might respond that the Board must make evaluations and new contracts happen; and, one would be absolutely right. Do Board Directors who voted "No" on this resolution feel that Management should not adhere to the democratic process like everyone else?

To add insult to injury, the majority Board allowed Management to remain in the room while this matter was being discussed. At the Board Business meetings, all vendors are asked to leave the room while the Board discusses a Resolution that concerns them. Generally, this request is honored.

Candidates should seriously think about the time involved in holding the esteemed position of Board Director. You

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must take the responsibility to attend meetings which sometimes last four (4) hours, read tons of documents, analyze and discuss them, make decisions, etc. It is quite time-consuming. Good luck!

T he Bu dget Director Daryl Johnson is the Assistant Treasurer of the Board. Each week he writes something about how Riverbay needs to save money or he offers ideas on how to increase revenue.

One of the ways that I suggested was to fill all the vacant commercial spaces in Co-op City. With the help of cooperators, we identified several vacant sites and Management provided a list of vacant apartment and commercial sites. If these vacant spaces were rented, it would help to defray the contemplated carrying charge increase.

I reminded Director Johnson and other Directors that it was suggested that we continue pursuing the hiring of a Director of Internal Auditor. The Board had been without an Internal Auditor for several years, following his retirement. However, at our last Board Business meeting, a veteran Board Director informed us of how and why a Director of Internal Auditor was created and why this position was unnecessary.

I very much appreciated this insight.

This information might have been revealed sooner, for example, at a Board Directors' orientation session, which, in my fourth year, has yet to occur.

P.S. 160 Co-loca t ion Up dat e On April 17th, I attended the Board of Education's Panel for Educational Policy conducted by Chancellor Dennis Walcott.

This was a decision-making meeting that co-located or integrated other schools or programs into other sites, when it was

determined that space was available. P.S. 160 was approved to have an existing District 75 Program co-locate in the same building with it and The Equality Charter School.

Since P.S. 160 Principal Lori Baker had creative plans for a Pre-K component and since St. Mary School on City Island is slated to close, it was presumed that there would be insufficient space when another program was incorporated into the building. Therefore, I wrote to Chancellor Walcott, asking that the Panel reconsider their decision to which the response was that they needed to use the space.

This matter was brought to the Riverbay Youth Committee's attention on April 16th which made it impossible to do much to reverse the decision. I have advised the Principal and Parent Coordinator of the Panel's response and they are preparing to receive the District 75 Program into P.S. 160 with a view to making it work.

Vote in the Boar d Ra ce As an incentive to vote on May 22nd in the Board of Directors race, 25 voters will be eligible to win $100 each. You must be in it to win it, so be sure to vote.

Thank you to the Board Directors who attended the Wholistic Health & Wellness Seminar on April 13th sponsored by the African-American Association of Co-op City.

If you have an issue that cannot be resolved through your building association or your CSO, you may contact me and I will try to help you: Francine Jones, Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or call me at 718-6715957.

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My endorsement is for “Team for Change” awesome and sparks enthuThis month is an exciting one for our community as cooperators get the oppor- Director’s Viewpoint siasm. Students are learning tunity to participate in the democratic exciting new technology to process of voting for five (5) candidates pursue careers in television, for the Riverbay Board of Directors. movies (Silent movies Assistant Secretary Please take advantage of this precious included), etc. You know you right and opportunity. have seen the future when you leave this classroom.

My endorsement is for the ‘Team for Our future chefs are getting first class training and city-wide exposure. Students are learning exciting new Change:’ A n d r é a L e s l i e , S e b a s t i a n U l a n g a , B e r n i e C y l i c h , K ev i n ways to prepare and cater food. They have all the tools L a m b r i g h t & C h a r l e s P h i p p s . History and instruction required to pursue a future in C u l i n a r y Art s. has taught us that “only by unending agitaAlso, Truman students have earned h i g h h o n o r s tion and struggle can we achieve our ends.” i n t h e a r t wo r l d . There was a Grand Prize Winner in I am grateful for all the community invitations received during the week. It’s been the Congressional Art Contest and inclusion in the P.S. about celebrating positive young people and community.

Art 2013 exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. My sincere appreciation to the vibrant Assistant We visited the P l a n e t a r i u m , which was mind bogPrincipal at H a r r y S . Tr u m a n H i g h S c h o o l , L i b e r a gling, and the area where the museum will be located.

P. P o z z u t o , a n d m e m b e r s o f t h e J u n i o r ROT C for Last, but not least, we visited the O l y m p i c s i z e “ S w i m m i n g P o o l ” and briefly observed students the recent tour of our current fantastic community school.

Truman is a trailblazing world class facility educating learning to swim. Reportedly, the Principal, Ms. Sana Q. and nurturing multi-dimensional students - located right Nasser, had to aggressively seek private funding to make here in Co-op City. this dream a reality. Her unwavering desire and advocaAlong with staff from the Bronx Borough Enrollment cy for Truman, “Home of the Mustang” students to have Office, we were able to witness first-hand what a jewel the best is evident throughout. we have in our community. Parents, the programs at We didn’t see all the different departments, however, Truman are futuristic, have the latest technology and are what we observed convinced me that Truman offers presently second to none. many enriching opportunities and support of all students’ Kudos to the e s t e e m e d J u n i o r ROT C m e m b e r s thirst for knowledge and desire to make a difference in who treated us like ‘royalty’ during the entire tour. Their the world.

Tw o T r u m a n S c h o l a r s , B i a n c a a n d P e t e r, performance at the end of the tour was prize-winning!

C o - o p C i t y r e s i d e n t s , will be my co-leaders of the We visited the p r e s t i g i o u s l a w p r o g r a m consisting of a replica of a real courtroom. Reportedly, Truman upcoming College & Career Fair on September 28, students have made their school and families proud by 2013. A special feature this year will be a focus on winning essay contests, etc. Truman law students are helping young people start their own business. Also, offered a wealth of activities to prepare them for a career we will continue to provide resources for Careers for in law. For example, students have traveled abroad and those who may desire a trade, especially in the health will intern at a NY City law firm. and construction fields. Two outstanding young recent The F o r e n s i c S c i e n c e C l a s s was learning about college graduates will participate to familiarize youth about the magnificent world of Advertising.

Sickle Cell Anemia, parts of the blood and blood types, Other Bronx scholars who were recently recruited to etc. We got to see an actual crime scene. Our f u t u r e E n g i n e e r s were busy at work designing a ‘Truss assist with the College & Career Fair are Mervyan A.Larrier, Jr. and Stephanie Ramirez, who recently Bridge’ in Mr. Castillo’s Class. received $1,000 scholarships from the Wi l l i a m s b r i d g e The L e a d e r s h i p o f t h e M e d i a D e p a r t m e n t is

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Notice to Building 1 cooperators P ow e r P l a n t E l e c t r i c a l M a i n t e n a n c e Wo r k Riverbay’s Power Plant and electrical contract workers will be performing a preventative maintenance check of the Power Plant switch gear that serves your building.

T h i s w o r k w i l l b e p e r f o r m e d o n : M o n d a y, Ma y 1 3 , b eg i n n i n g a t 9 : 0 0 a . m .

This work will take most of the day to complete.

During this activity, the feeders for your building will be switched. You should experience no loss of electrical service, however, you may notice a slight flicker as the switches are swung over to another feeder.

This work is necessary to ensure that our electrical equipment continues to operate at peak efficiency.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we perform this necessary work.

— CS O (D re i se r)

Overnight Domestic hot water shutdown Riverbay’s Power Plant workers will be performing emergency repair work on the main steam headers and other equipment within the Power Plant. This will require a total shutdown of the Power Plant for an extended period of time. However, residents will only be affected by a temporary loss of hot water.

In an effort to minimize the inconvenience to cooperators, work will be performed overnight during the early morning hours. Activities will begin on: T U E S DAY N I G H T, M AY 1 4 , a t 1 1 p . m .

As soon as the work is completed, the hot water will be restored. However, it may take some time for the system to build up to the proper temperature so we anticipate the hot water will be restored by WEDNESDAY MORNING, may 15, around 9:00 a.m.

C O L D WAT E R W I L L R E M A I N AVA I L A B L E F O R YO U R U S E .

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding in this matter.

— R ive r b ay C o r p o r at i o n

C lu b o f t h e Na ti o n a l A sso c i at i o n o f Neg r o B u s i n e s s a n d P r o f e s s i o n a l Wo m e n ’s C l u b , I n c . on Sunday, May 5.

A special thanks to O f f i c e r R a b b i t f r o m t h e 4 5 t h P r e c i n c t for agreeing to attend a forum sponsored by Faith Leaders and community against violence on Saturday, May 11, Room 28, Bartow Community Center.

There is a ‘yy o u t h p o p u l a t i o n o f c o n c e r n ’ that we have to continue reaching out to. Officer Rabbit will assist with a new initiative/resource that will help this population with making better choices. During the past week, I have become more aware of crucial things communities can do while the court case about Stop & Frisk is being debated. Prayer and action work!

The Management Forum on new projects was very informative. When enough of us in leadership position stand together, we will hopefully one day get a State-ofthe -Art Youth Center. There appears to be a small ‘ray of hope’ that our community will soon equally address the needs of all age-groups. We must provide communitybased recreation for young families with children of all ages. Dr. King use to say, how long? Co-op City has been in existence for a long time. How long will it take this community to do what is being done at Bay Plaza, BUILD SOMETHING? A concern of some cooperators is that the upgrade of Dreiser Auditorium be reflective of the diversity of the population. We want something attractive, but practical. There is also support for a bike lane on Bartow for bikers.

Like Sojourner Truth, we must ‘fear nothing’ and “turn away from persons and movement who cling to the past and towards those movements which meant a struggle for freedom and the future.”

Amazingly, we are still struggling and advocating for a state-of-the art facility for all age group youth, in a city with more than 55,000 people, 15,372 residential units, 35 high rise building and seven groups of 236 high rise houses.

There is no time like the present! Voting cooperators can make a difference.

Contact: Evelyn M. Turner – 718-320-8088 or emailevelyntinez@aol.com.

Absentee ballots

Riverbay Board of Directors election

Absentee ballots may be requested from Riverbay Corporation by calling (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3326/8 after Monday, May 6. Absentee ballots postmarked no later than Tuesday, May 21, 2013, may be received

by Riverbay Corporation until seven days after Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Shareholders of record as of April 1, 2013 are eligible to vote in the 2013 Riverbay Board of Directors’ election to be held on Wednesday, May 22, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., in your building lobby.

Twenty-five $100 voting incentives will be offered to shareholders who vote in the election on Wednesday, May 22. Please vote for a chance to win.

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Choose Wisely The possibility of changing things Director’s Viewpoint taking the lead in their here and how this place is going to be buildings. Plus, they’re managed is going to be in your hands in offering suggestions on Assistant Treasurer the next few weeks. So, we need to many issues. Now, I want learn about the candidates and we need to send an acknowledgto vote in a way that is going to be benment of thanks to Mr. George Rowe of Building 12. eficial for this community.

Mr. Rowe has talked about the light sensors in Look, I believe, this is one of the the compactor rooms. Also, he’s helping out as a most important elections that we will floor captain on the sixth floor of his building. So, have for the near future. So, please everyone, please know that your kindness and willremember that these candidates will ingness to help out here is appreciated. Therefore, stay in office for 3 years if they get I want to thank all of you for helping out.

C lo s e elected.

However, we should all be concerned about how This election can be good, if we choose good candidates. Thereafter, we can improve everything we’re going to be represented on this Board. here. So, please do not get discouraged and walk Again, we have to start putting pressure on this away from the voting process.

Board to make sure that we get what we want.

So, everyone, please try to read up on the candidates. And, talk to people to find out what they think about the candidates.

P a yr oll I’m glad to see that people are speaking up about our payroll here. Now, as I said before, that payroll, in my opinion, is hidden by some of our Board members and Management for several reasons.

Now, I would like for these questions to be answered. Did some members of the Board put their family on our payroll? At any time, did some of our workers ever punch in and then work at another location? Thereafter, did they return to our location and receive pay and overtime?

Were large pay increases granted to some employees during the time that this community received a 3% carrying charge increase? Do we have workers on our payroll that do not have to report to work on a daily basis?

Do we have people on this payroll that write articles for some members of the Board?

Look, these are just questions that need to be answered. Nevertheless, we need Board members that are going to demand that the payroll is governed in a manner that is beneficial to this community.

New Develop m en t s have several vacant areas of land that we can We rent out for development, particularly near Bartow Avenue. Now, in my opinion, we should have an open Board meeting and get input from everyone here.

In other words, what would you like to see built on our vacant land? Would you like to see new housing? What about a medical center?

Now, if yes, then you might like the idea of having the Veterans Administration renting our land to build housing for veterans. Or, perhaps, you might like the idea of Montefiore building a care facility, as mentioned by Management.

At any rate, I would prefer to hear your viewpoint on the type of developments that might be good for these vacant areas in our community.

Again, an open Board meeting is the way to go on this matter.

Boa r d P ower I mentioned before, some people are on this As Board for the wrong reasons. Trying to dominate and exert control over people and the way that we function cannot be the order of the day.

Here are the committees that we have here: audit, budget, buildings and grounds, commercial leasing, community relations/seniors/handicapped (the word handicapped needs to be changed), cooperator appeals, contract compliance, construction, garage, historical, IT, inventory and purchasing, labor, sales, security, and the youth.

Decisions as to whom will run these committees should come from the full Board.

G ood Wor k I would like to thank all of our cooperators for helping out in our community. Many cooperators are

Daryl Johnson

No, please look at the overall good that we can accomplish here. And, then make a determination that you’re going to help clean up this community.

And, you can be assured that I will do everything possible to improve every aspect of our community.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don’t receive a response from your message.

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

Thank you.

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Be careful what you wish for This is certainly the time of year where you have to be careful what you wish for, when you are going to hear all kinds of things from all kinds of people. Some will be sensible ideas and others will be piein-the-sky propaganda, nowhere close to reality, however it’s up to you to carefully scrutinize what everyone is saying.

Many times, it’s important to sit down and analyze what you hear because it may sound good, but is it practical? I’m hearing a lot of babble about Search Committees for management firms, however I think this is putting the cart before the horse, especially since we already have a management company with a valid contract that HUD mandated and approved as part of the historic $621M mortgage refinancing we recently obtained. What I’m getting at is over the past couple weeks there has been a lot of talk about a highly questionable resolution that came before the Riverbay Board regarding establishing a Search Committee to seek managing agents or general managers. All right, so be it, there was a vote and the resolution was defeated, as I thought it should be because it was so premature. I’m not sure why such a vote is not considered part of the democratic process, when a Bill is passed or defeated in Congress, that’s usually the end of the matter, so why are some still debating the premature issue of a Search Committee that was defeated by a Board vote?

When asked why such a resolution was proposed I was told that it was part of the democratic process and even

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Tony Illis President Obama had to run for reelection, but what was left out of this answer was that President Obama had to finish his term first before due process could begin and before a campaign was established between President Obama and other candidates. Since HUD and Wells Fargo have praised and are working with our current management company and the Board, I keep asking about a Search Committee, why now? Management was able to obtain a $621 million mortgage refinancing agreement with HUD, underwritten by Wells Fargo Bank for the next 35 years so we can pay off our existing loan to New York Community Bank, which I voted against, and was never in favor of, because I didn’t like the balloon interest and didn’t think it helped cooperators, but the recent refinancing will save us millions of dollars in interest payments. This was a positive achievement and took place after an arduous process involving Management, HUD, Wells Fargo Bank, HCR, and the Board, and the refinancing allows Co-op City to remain in the Mitchell-Lama Housing program.

This is major because it means we, as a community, have beaten back the threatening specter of privatization. Because of the refinancing involving HUD, privatization is no longer an option, or possibility, and that’s what affordable housing was all

about, to prevent privatization taking over our homes in Co-op City, and keeping us in Mitchell-Lama Housing.

Another stipulation in the HUD loan is that they wanted Marion Scott Real Estate to be the managing agent in Co-op City for the next year. I am going to oblige with that request and not until the right time comes, and after the Board evaluates management, will I ever agree to a Search Committee. It would be a waste of time and money at this point. And another question I have to those who are so eager for a Search Committees is why not include a Search Committee for General Counsel as well. Let’s do both, a Search Committee for Management and a Search Committee for General Counsel, however just like Marion Scott, our General Counsel is also under contract. What kind of message does it send to the Riverbay workforce, not to mention HUD, if some keep calling for premature Search Committees that aren’t necessary at this time? It makes you question why some think this is so important and crucial, when this is hardly the most major issue facing us in Co-op City. This Board will know when to create a Search Committee for Management after a thorough evaluation, and the same with General Counsel, however, it makes no sense to create a Search Committee just for the sake of creating a Search Committee, and why do it if Management and our General Counsel are doing satisfactory jobs on our behalf?

We know what we have now, I’m not so sure this is the time to create troubled waters when we should be more con-

cerned with making sure we have smooth sailing ahead.

I am also troubled by another issue, one I think, or hope, people mean in a good intentioned way, but one that ignores a Riverbay Board Director’s fiduciary responsibility. One of the things I hear over and over again is that all work should be done by unions. I come from a union family, and have many family members who are members of unions, however Coop City doesn’t produce or make anything, so rising costs negatively impact on cooperators, especially seniors and those on a fixed incomes. We don’t make tables at Riverbay, or chairs, or other furniture, or any tangible stuff.

We don’t make goods in Co-op City and sell them for a profit, so many on a fixed income struggle from month to month, with household budgets bursting at the seams, and it is our responsibility to keep costs down as much as possible. I don’t know who is doing the math and concluding that replacing contractors with union workers will save Co-op City millions of dollars. It just doesn’t add up. As a Board Director, we have a fiduciary responsibility to the cooperators; as Board Directors we were not elected to represent or advocate for unions. We have to do what’s best and most cost effective for those who live in Co-op City.

Let me hear what you think. Give me a shout at (718) 320-8035, or email me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com — no attachments, please.

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

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

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

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

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of

Donizetti Building Four Association HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all mothers…and all those who have taken on the role so graciously.

Thanks to all those traveled with us to the Stonington Vineyards and Foxwoods Casino. It was a successful and enjoyable fundraiser event. No one broke the bank, but we did have a few winners!!!

Some of our Riverbay Board election candidates presented their views and answered questions at our building meeting on May 9th. If you did not attend the meeting, then take advantage in hearing the candidates in around the community. It is important to become informed before you vote on Wednesday, May 22.

Bu ild in g Du es: Envelopes were placed under apt. doors for those still needing to pay their dues; you may still return them as directed.

Pa r en t s/Gu a r d ia n s: Scholarship Award applications for our 2013 college bound high school graduates are still available. For more information or to pick up an application, call Diane at (347) 275-7565 or Mary at (718) 6710425 or Sandra at (718) 320-2745.

Our sympathy is sent to those who have lost love ones near and far. Get well wishes are sent to our sick.

Immediately report any suspicious activity in and around your community. * Remember, this is our home. “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —Yvonn e Bu r r u s (d w)

VOTE in the Riverbay Board of Directors Election and W I N $ 1 0 0 Cash *** Be one of twenty-five (25) lucky shareholders—five from each section—to win for voting in the Board election on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Winners will be selected by random computer drawings. *** Vote for five candidates in your building lobbies!

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

The Music Ministry and the Youth Ministry are hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch! Join us on Saturday, May 11th from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. for live gospel music

and a “Buffet Style Food.”

Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children under 12. For information, please call the church at (718) 6718746 or Sis. Thomas at (917) 371-0381.

Come join New Vision’s “Farmers In Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners.

Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is 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) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 763037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

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Traffic Cooper sent letters to each of the community’s elected officials in January urging their help in setting up a meeting with the developers and the various transportation agencies to discuss plans for the area’s traffic relief with the mall’s opening due some time in 2014.

Cooper said following the meeting: “Management has been trying to meet with the owners of the Bay Plaza shopping mall from the time that we learned that there were plans to build 75 to 80 new stores. As we’ve expressed before, we are elated that Bay Plaza will become the largest mall in the City of New York, with many more desirable stores that will bring additional goods and services to the community.

“However this type of project should not be done in a vacuum and must take into consideration how the construction, new development and additional traffic that it brings will impact the community.

“The plan that was presented at the meeting by the State of New York transportation officials was woefully shortsighted in terms of addressing how the additional traffic that will be coming into and out of Bay Plaza will affect existing traffic. What about the difficulty motorists will have getting back on to I95 and why was there no consideration for the Hutchinson River Parkway, why is there no plan to increase access to and from that parkway for motorists that will shop in the mall? To exacerbate matters, within the next week or two, the City’s Department of Transportation is looking to reduce the driving lanes along Bartow Ave. and Co-op City Blvd. from three lanes to two and they will add a bike lane along these streets. While we understand the concerns about the number of traffic accidents that take place and the desire to slow down traffic in order to mitigate these accidents, at the same time, there is concern about slowing down traffic to the point where you jeopardize the health and welfare of the residents in the community. In fact, at the meeting, Battalion Chief of the FDNY, Domenick Caleri, expressed that the Fire Department has problems navigating traffic right now along Bartow Ave. even before considering reducing lanes.

“We are requesting that there be a series of meetings going forward to address all of these concerns and hopefully we will continue to get the support that we are receiving from our elected officials in order to make this happen.

This is the time to fight for what is needed; after the mall addition is completed and the new mall is opened, it will be too late.”

Ragin their children’s education and care, collaborative working relationships built on mutual respect and shared knowledge began to emerge. This catalyst catapulted Pearl into the education field.

On February 4, 1970, Pearl and her family moved into their Co-op City apartment where she and Jimmy enjoyed forty-two memorable years in this richly diverse neighborhood before Jimmy passed on December 14, 2012. Pearl became a grandmother on May 10, 1970 when Gail gave birth to her first child, Keith Edward. Pearl mothered him like her own. She would continue care for and be a hands-on grandmother with all of her grandchildren up to caring for her great grandson, Keith Jr. Pearl first joined Community Protestant Church under Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens. There she served for many years on the Usher Board with her daughter, Colette.

During the seventies, Pearl worked at Wake Eden Day Care Center as a nursery teacher. She pursued her education as an evening student, while working and tending to her household. She earned her Bachelor of Arts at Adelphi University in 1977 and

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Following the meeting, it seemed that many others also felt not enough was being done.

The plan, for the improved access from 195, as presented by Melendez during a 30minute presentation, calls for the widening of the exit which will bring traffic from the northbound I-95 into the mall. Two additional lanes will be created at the exit, and Baychester Avenue will be widened to handle the extra exit lanes and move traffic directly into the new mall’s parking facilities, thereby minimizing traffic back-ups on I-95, which falls under the direct responsibility of the New York State Thruway Authority.

By its own traffic analysis, the Thruway Authority currently rates congestion of the streets in the area as an F on a scale of A to F during peak hours. The presentation said that after the ramp widening project is complete congestion in that immediate area will improve to a B during non-peak hours and an E during peak hours.”

Fire Battalion Chief Caleri told the Thruway Authority officials that response time for local fire trucks is adversely affected by shopping center traffic now and asked how transportation officials thought the new mall might exacerbate that situation. He received no response.

State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto was the first to speak following the conclusion of the Thruway Authority’s presentation and said while the expanded exit is a good plan, it is only one part of what needs to be done throughout the entire area of the Mall to get visiting traffic off the locals streets and onto the adjacent highways as quickly as possible without impacting the neighboring community, Co-op City. “This is phase 1,” Benedetto said, following the meeting, “and I like phase 1, but I am disturbed that they don’t have a plan for the next stage and then a possible third stage.” Benedetto said that he has been trying to get Governor Cuomo’s office involved in this discussion directly along with the Commissioner for the State Department of Transportation because, Benedetto said, the issue is vital to the quality of life of Co-op City and the other communities in the general vicinity of this new mall. “We need these people to come here, walk around and come up with an actual solution for getting people out of this mall.

The Governor’s office has to get involved and realize this is important to the Bronx, this is important to the region; let’s come up with a comprehensive plan.”

Wilhelm Ronda, Director of the Bureau of Planning and Development for Bronx Borough President office, which was instrumental in making the meeting a reality also helped run the meeting.

Following the meeting, John DeSio, Communications Director for Borough President Diaz, said: “This is a very good project, and we support it. However, we do realize that this is only a first step, and that there are greater traffic issues that will need to be addressed in the future.”

The Co-op City Times brought up to the meeting that there was a plan created and made public in 2000 by the New York State Department of Transportation calling for improved access and egress into the existing Bay Plaza from the Hutchinson River Parkway. Those plans, though drawn up in detail, never materialized. A representative of the state DOT said to the meeting that he was unaware of those plans, but would look into their existence.

Also in 2000, then-State Assemblyman Stephen Kaufman funded a wide-ranging transportation study of the area from which several recommendations arose and were drawn up, including, among other things, a dedicated loop from the existing mall underneath the I-95 overpass adjacent to Bartow Avenue going directly onto the southbound I95 and also a feeder road adjacent to the highway extending from Pelham Bay directly into Bay Plaza without impacting Co-op City. The study was funded to the tune of $800,000 and plans were presented to the community in October of 2000, but again, nothing materialized.

Another representative from the state Department of Transportation told the officials gathered at the meeting that some things might have fallen through the cracks.

City Councilman Andy King said after the meeting that improving the exit off of I-95 is a good start, “but now, it is about using the Hutchinson River Parkway and creating new exits and entrances without traffic ever going on to the streets of Co-op City.” King pointed to other new malls in the general Tri-State area where new ramps going directly to and from the adjacent highways were created as part of the mall’s development, creating no traffic impact for the local communities. He asked why that can’t be done here.

Community Board 10 District Manager Ken Kearns said: “The Board is pleased that the Thruway Authority recognized the need to relieve traffic to be caused by the Mall at

Bay Plaza and we are optimistic about the first phase. We look forward to further discussion of exit strategies utilizing adjacent highways, such as the Hutchinson River Parkway.”

Congressman Eliot Engel, who sent two representatives to the meeting, said: “The commercial area around Co-op City is expanding and needs additional infrastructure to be successful. Committing to the widening of exit 11 off I-95 from one lane to four is a good first step. But more needs to be done. The southern portion of Co-op City has few streets that drivers can use to enter or leave the area. Bartow Avenue, the main east-west route, is often tied up at Baychester and Edson Avenues.

There needs to be better ways to access the nearby highways to alleviate a glut of local traffic which endangers local residents.

Building an exit and access ramp at the Hutchinson River Parkway would be a big help, as would creating an expanded entrance to the southbound I-95. We agree that the expansion of Bay Plaza will help the local economy and provide jobs for Bronx residents, but we must always be aware that the safety and convenience of local residents comes first.”

Now with the mall approximately 14 months away from becoming a reality and bringing millions of dollars to the coffers of many of the nation’s leading retailers, including Macy’s, and chain restaurants, including Cheesecake Factory and Brio, to name just two, both the government and private sector seem unprepared or unwilling to put some of that money back to the area’s transportation needs in advance, despite the fact that improved access can only mean improved business for developers and retailers and an improved tax base for state, local, and federal governments.

A representative of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation pointed out that the new mall will bring 1700 new jobs to the area, many of them going to Co-op City residents.

A member of Community Board 10 who attended the meeting asked what the developer might be prepared to do in terms of helping to pay for improved highway access. No answer was provided.

The Co-op City Times attempted to reach out to representatives of the developer immediately following Thursday’s meeting and no response was received before the paper’s deadline.

hand of fellowship and were both baptized.

Pearl enjoyed attending church and hearing her favorite hymns and watching the church’s youth praise dancers.

During her frequent visits to the hospital, Dr. Rev. Williams visited and prayed with her. While shut-in at home, various church members would visit her administering Holy Communion. Pearl loved her church family. During her last years, a staff of loving nurse attendants cared for Pearl: Denyse, Dale Anne, Breyannne, Rosetta, and more recently, Jessica and Jean. After years of illness, Pearl succumbed to a wheelchair, riddled with medical complications. God saw fit for Pearl to return to her home of forty-three years where her daughters, Gail, Lydia and Colette lovingly and caringly guided their mom through her final transition with the assistance of Jean.

Pearl’s grandchildren, great grands, sister and brothers, nieces and nephews extended family members, church members, friends and neighbors, gathered by her bedside praying, singing, recalling longtime memories. With three of her daughters by her side, she closed her eyes

on the evening of April 28, knowing she had God’s Blessed Assurance that her family would live in eternity.

Pearl leaves to cherish her memory her three daughters, Gail E. (Juan) Ragin of Bronx, NewYork; Lydia C. (Michael) Wicks of Mount Vernon, New York; Colette D. Ragin of Middletown, New York; and a son, James Joseph Ragin of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her extended family, Beryl Cisco of Bronx, New York, Sharon Campbell of Palisades, New Jersey and Dennis Cisco of Bronx, New York; one granddaughter, Gisele Todd; seven grandsons, Jason Ragin, Charles Ragin, Keith Ragin, Khary Mallea, Michael Wicks, Kai Mallea, and Wesly Wicks; nine great grandchildren; one sister, Deanna Boylan; two brothers, Russell Lawson and Frank Lawson; one sister-in-law, Terry Lawson and one brother-in-law, Carl Boylan; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, friends and neighbors. She will remain always in their hearts and fondest memories.

The late Pearl E. Ragin was entombed at Rosehills Memorial Park, Putnam Valley, New York.

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continued to receive her Masters of Art in Education also from Adelphi in 1982. This was evidence of her tenacity, convictions and commitment to serve as a life-long learner to her daughters. A quest for excellence and zeal for knowledge was contagious and instilled in equal measure to each of her girls. She would always say it was her PHD that got her through—Poverty, Hunger and Determination!

Taking a leap of faith, Pearl left Day Care and went to work for New York Board of Education as a Cluster Teacher. She loved being an educator working with children. In 1985, she was hired as a teacher at Public School 26 in the South Bronx. There, she taught grades K-4. After years of nurturing, teaching, molding the young minds and spirits of the students, Pearl retired in 1999. She later went on to join Co-op City Baptist Church serving under the founder and presiding late Pastor Rev. Julius Sasportas, whom she knew from the Patterson Projects.

In later years, Rev. Sasportas passed the charge of the church to Rev. Dr. Sheldon Williams. It was there that both Pearl and her late husband, James, received the right

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American Legion Post 1871 Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all of our members that will be celebrating their birthday in May: Rolf W. Brume, Dennis Dunlop, Carl A. Jones, Antonio Codrington, Larry W. Jackson, James S. Lee, Charles Lirio, Reginald E. McKissck, James H. Montgomery, Mark R. Scheer, Esau M. Simmons, Pablo Santiago, Otis D. Simmons and Cecil A. Williams. If you don't see your name in this issue, please bring it to my attention and it will be placed in the next issue of the Co-op City

Times.

Post 1871 is located in Section 5, in the Community Center, on 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office number is (718) 320 8165, and you can also reach us by e mail Post1871@optimum.net.

The next "EXECUTIVE" meeting will take place on May 4, on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. sharp. All Post members, please arrive on time and after you arrive, turn off your cell phone, sign in and take a seat.

Starbucks is everywhere these days.

They have one on a U.S. Naval Ship, the USS BOXER, with a fully functional new cafe that opened up on February 9th off the coast of California. The Starbuck cafe is

run by Navy personnel and all the profits go to the ship’s morale fund, welfare fund and recreation fund, too.

All Post members, dues will be increased, but if you sign up for “Paid Up For Life,” you will be a lifetime member with your yearly dues paid up. Please check on this at the General meeting for more information this program.

The top seller of raffles for Post 1871 is Llewelyn Waterman. He sold 385 raffle books for the Post, that’s about $1,905 for our Post. Job well done, Post member. All Post members, don't forget our affair on Sunday, May 26th at Harley Mosley Veterans Park. Volunteers will be needed

to help this function move forward with ease.

The next General Meeting will take place on May 18th, Saturday, at 11 a.m. sharp. Please be on time, sign in and turn your cell phone off. Please place this date on your calendar.

Post member Emit Ross, sorry to hear you've been laid up. Get well soon.

Why did the tofu cross the road?

Answer: To prove he wasn't a chicken.

Why can’t vegans eat chicken? Answer: They have eggs in them!

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

— R i c h a r d I . L a w s o n , J r.

Building 26 Association May greetings to all of our Co-op City residents, neighbors, families, friends, merchants, and especially our new residents.

Happy Mother's Day to all of our leading ladies. Pamper that special mother in your life. Enjoy!

Congratulations to all who are celebrating birthdays, new births, wedding anniversaries and other celebrated events during the month of May. Well wishes for a speedy recovery to all of you who are sick and shut

in and/or suffering with allergies. Greetings and well wishes to Jackie Chambers. We love you.

Our sincere condolences to those families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. May your loved one be eternally blessed. And may you and your families be blessed during your time of bereavement.

A piece of jewelry was found in front of Building 26B. Please come to our next building association meeting on

Tuesday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the rear community room of 2420 Hunter Avenue to retrieve it.

Do a good deed today. Check on your elderly, disabled, and/or homebound neighbor to see if they are okay. Some of our neighbors are unable to travel to the store and/or pharmacy. As you do your shopping, it would be nice for you to shop for them.

You will be blessed abundantly for your good deeds.

Please help to keep our community clean and green by properly disposing your garbage in the appropriate receptacle. Take out time to recycle your bottles, plastics, and papers. Bulk trash and large cartons are to be taken to the basement. And please be vigilant. If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for all other non-emergency complaints. The life you save could be your — Yu Vo n n e L e w i s own.

Building 13 Association Thanks to Mr. Boiko for assisting with additional lighting in the rear. Our next meeting will be on May 23 at 7:00 p.m.

Summer Fun Day with Buildings 11, 12, 13 and 14 in collaboration with Riverbay Community Relations is being held on Saturday, June 22, (rain date: June 29th) from 12 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the park between Carver Loop and Casals Place. The event is a Block Party to celebrate this united community. Can you Name That Tune? Can You Salsa? Do you LOVE watermelon? Are you in shape to run? Join us and enjoy an afternoon of games, music, and other fun activities.

Our goal is to provide this day FREE to the community.

It is always good when you can support your community entrepreneurs. If you are

in need of shirts and other items for an event, you can contact our neighbor, Mr. Jeff Watkins at 914-434-7103. The buildings will be pre-selling Co-op City Summer Fun T-shirts. The cost for adults is $10 (S, M, L, XL) and $12 for 2X and above. Youth shirts cost $8 (S, M, L). The deadline for payment is June 5th. When ordering, please indicate the number and size shirts you want along with payment.

You will receive your shirt prior to the day of the event. Check the bulletin board for lobby collection dates or purchase your shirt at the monthly Association meeting.

View the shirt on our website.

Thanks to Congressman Eliot Engel, Assemblyman Benedetto, Attorney Stephen B. Kaufman, Stop and Shop, Rosenshein Realtors, Allstate, Fairway,

Zodiacs, Western Beef, JGC Basketball, the Dept. of Parks, Dept. of Sanitation, Fire Dept., Co-op City Public Safety, 45th Precinct, and Comm. Board 10 for their support. If you would like to volunteer to help on that day, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Sands Casino/Winery/Outlet Shopping/Buffet Bonanza in Bethlehem, Pa. event includes: Amore Winery, Sands Casino, Sands Outlet Shopping and Old Country Buffet Dinner on Saturday, September 14, leaving 8:00 a.m. from 100 Casals Place, departing at 7:00 p.m. with a bonus of $15 slot play (offered by casino subject to change). Cost: $85, $45 by June 15, and $40 by August 1. The outlet stores are on the premises. Drink a little wine, win a lot of money, catch a sale and eat

well at the buffet. Who could ask for more?

Harrah’s Casino and Warmdaddy’s Soul Food Dinner/Jazz and Blues Club in Chester, Pennsylvania The second payment of $50 is due by May 31.

Checks for events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to Bldg. 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. All activities are on a first come basis. For information, contact the building president at 718-320-1370, Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, our website: www.bldg 13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13 assoc@yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Na ncy San ti ago

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Broun Place Townhouse Association Co-op City has so much going on during these weeks in May and June. Broun Place Townhouse Association urges our cooperators to be involved and to participate. It is really important to read the Co-op City Times to stay informed on community activities.

Thursday, April 25th, the Broun Place Townhouse Association hosted a candidates’ meeting and regular association meeting. The meeting really provided the candidates a platform to explain their issues and purposes. Broun Place Townhouse Association hopes you take advantage of the candidate community center meetings and debates in order to learn more about the

election and all the candidates. Hearing a variety of views gives the voter the knowledge to make their best selection.

Thank you again to the great group of cooperators who attended our most recent meeting and for the important questions they raised.

Mother’s Day 2013 is tomorrow and early gettogethers and shopping are underway. Broun Place Townhouse Association sends Mother’s Day Greetings to everyone who has ever nurtured and therefore mothered someone. The Buildings and Grounds Department continues to be doing an excellent job in sprucing up

Broun Place for spring. New blooms are taking the place of the tulips whose flowers leave us too fast. Please, neighbors, keep up the recycling efforts and let’s pick up what others have dropped to keep our townhouse cluster clean. We send sincere get well wishes to our neighbors recovering from surgery and illness and condolences to all who are going through the loss of someone dear and especially remembered over Mother’s Day. Please plan to attend the next association meeting, May 30, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 31, Bartow Community Center; an agenda will be announced.

— E va L a z a a r

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.

Co m i n g Eve n t s: The next meeting of the Association is to be announced. We will meet to select and hold nominations and elections of officers. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the

meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m.

Pokeno is back! Friday, May 10 is for Pokeno fun. We meet in the Association Room on the “B” side of the building. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. Bring your nickels and have some fun. Snacks are served.

Crochet class is always on Wednesday afternoons. The class starts at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. We meet at the Building 30 Association Room on the “B” side.

C a l e n d a r o f E v e n t s : Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 8 - Nomination & Election of ALL Officers.

Friday, May 10 - Pokeno G o o d & We l f a r e : Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather.

If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day.

SEE YOU SOON. M iriam E . Be rlo fsk y —M

Building 10 Association Bldg. 10 Association would like to thank all of the cooperators who took the time to join us at our meeting on April 29. I would like to thank Mr. Mitchell for attending our meeting and sharing such good information with us. I hope it was helpful to all.

Our next meeting will be June 29th, so please set some time out of your schedules to attend. We will be hearing from Mrs. Juanita Net, Director of the Cooperators Services. Watch for the notice to be posted. As we get close to the end of the school year, I

would like to congradulate all of the high school seniors who will be moving on to the college phase of their lives. May you achieve all the success you set out to accomplish. We are very proud of you all.

On May 22nd, Riverbay will have its Board of Director Election in the lobbies of each building. Don’t be left out; Exercise your right to vote.

Before I conclude, I would like to wish a happy Mothers Day to all the moms. May your day be filled with joy and love!

Building 35 Association The bus trip to Mount Airy Lounge on May 18 is sold out. The Executive Board wants to thank all who brought tickets and wish everyone good luck. The bus leaves at 9 a.m. from in front of the Einstein Center.

The regular Building 35 Association meeting scheduled for May 13 has been cancelled and the Executive Committee recommends that cooperators attend the Official Riverbay Board Directors Forum in the Einstein Center at 7:30 p.m. on May 13th.

Window Guard visit 2013 Window Guard forms will be delivered to Buildings 23, 24, 25 and 26 from Monday, May 13 to Friday, May 17.

Window guard forms will be delivered to those who did not return their forms and those who returned them, but did not fill them out fully.

Window guard employees will wear Riverbay IDs. If you are not home, your form, as well as a selfaddressed envelope, will be placed under your door. Please fill out the form fully, sign it and return using the envelope provided.

Thank you for your cooperation.

— R i v e r b a y Wi n d o w G u a r d O f f i c e

Benedetto: 2013 Co-op City Scholarship Applications Available Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto recently announced that applications for 2013 Co-op City College Scholarships are now available for pick-up.

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

Applications can be picked up at the office of Assemblyman Benedetto, Dreiser Community Center, Room 12, and from local high school college guidance counselors.

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From the Warfront to the Homefront From the Warfront to the Homefront Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit I.R.S. tax-exempt organization located here in Co-op City and founded by longtime Co-op City resident Mark Bruh is coordinating its next major project, a “National Candle Lighting Memorial For ALL U.S. Soldiers From 1775 to Present” to take place on the Section 1 Greenway Main Stage on Sunday evening, May 19th, from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m.

This solemn service is separate from Co-op City’s annual Memorial Day

Service which is held every Memorial Day weekend behind the Bartow Community Center. Our event is strictly a candle light memorial service with music, poems and readings of letters written by soldiers back to their loved ones throughout the history of this country’s involvement in various conflicts, i.e., Civil War, World War II, Vietnam.

We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in doing some of the readings for this solemn event. This is particularly noteworthy for those in or outside

of the community who are Afghanistan, Iraq and even Vietnam War veterans. If you are a veteran and you want to attend this event in your service uniform, we truly welcome and firmly encourage you to do so. We truly feel this would bring this vast community in closer touch of the sacrifices that millions of men and women have made over centuries of conflict in making this “ultimate sacrifice.”

Music, poems and readings will represent the various major conflicts that the U.S. was involved in and we hope that this

large and quite diversified community comes out greatly on this evening to show their very strong support. We are in dire need of volunteers to not only hand out flyers, but to post them in your respective buildings; pass on to your neighbors and friends, whether they live in Co-op City or not, and to present to your building associations and community civic groups.

Please contact me at (646) 359-7723 or you can email at Mark.Bruh@gmail.com or emily Toro at goldielox59@aol.com.

— M a r k P. B r u h

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 4, at 12:00 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.

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

Phone number, (718) 379-3494.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while

providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community.

We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church

and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Development of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475.

Churches and organizations that desire to join may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 379-3494 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership

application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

Remember the Coalition’s Motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

— H a r m a n T. L e a c o c k

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, May 16, in the Bartow Center, Room #28 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members attend this very important meeting, as items of significance will be discussed relating to our upcoming activities for the year. We will

be discussing our plans for the upcoming Scholarship Program, the upcoming Elections and candidates and other activities associated with our club. A very Special Guest will appear at this meeting, one who is a very important factor in Bronx politics. Please attend.

Members are reminded that all

instances of personal illness, death in the family, home-bound status, surgery, and hospitalizations should be reported to Ms. Gertie Brown, our Good & Welfare Committee Chairperson. She will take care of all acknowledgements from the club regarding these matters. She can be contacted at 1(347) 275-2995.

We continue to send our prayers to all members who are recovering from injuries, surgery, and various medical procedures, for a full recovery. Get well soon.

I would like to thank the membership and the community for your continued support.

— G e o r g e T. C l a r k e

Co-op City Toastmasters Co-op City Toastmasters continues to push the envelope by having attainable goals to help your self-improvement.

What better way to do that through public speaking? If you are someone who needs to get over the fear of public speaking, then we are the organization to come to.

Our club has already had wonderful success this year by gaining new members who’ve said that they need Toastmasters to help them in their jobs, to communicate better with loved ones and network with business professionals.

We are an open club and invite anyone to come to a meeting where we learn, meet new people and grow at the same time. We are here to give you the confidence and courage to stand on your own

two feet so that whenever you are called upon to do a speech for any occasion, you will be ready.

At our last meeting, May 3rd, we had four excellent speakers with powerful messages: Jerome Rice, CC, spoke about the growing controversy of “Stop and Frisk” and why specific demographic and gender groups might be targeted; Michael Drummond, a new TM, spoke on music education, “Fluff or Necessity” and told us the importance of keeping Music and Arts an integral part of our education system. It’s an established fact that kids often do much better in school when they are part of these programs; Marilyn Williams, also a new TM and educator, gave her “Icebreaker” speech.

She told us why it is better to use words of support and encouragement to children and that one of her pet peeves is to hear a child labeled “lazy” just because he/she does not know how to read properly. A second Ice Breaker was given by TM Eleth Palmer. She spoke about how important her “‘Mother” was to her and how heartbroken she was when her mom passed and she was not able to stand at the funeral and give the eulogy that she had prepared. Eleth said that she has joined Toastmasters with a dedication to being prepared for the upcoming 10th anniversary of her mother’s death, where she will finally say the words that have consumed her soul for 10 years.

All speakers receive oral and written

feedback that provide encouragement and recommendations for further growth.

There is no pass/fail in Toastmasters. As a speaker, you simply get better. If you are in the audience, you get ‘educated.’

We meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at Co-op City Bartow Mall, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY. Please join us - bring a friend. Free parking Garage 5.

UPCOMING MEETINGS are: May 16th at 7:30 p.m.

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Members and friends, please come out in support.

— K. M ax w e l l

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Black Forum Next Defen sive Dr ivin g Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, June 15, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035.

Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Coop City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course.

H om em a de sweet p ot a t o p ie for sa le Beginning soon, we will have homemade sweet potato pies for sale.

Payments must be made when orders are placed. Please call (718) 320-8035 for information. Also look out for our chicken and fish fry dinners coming soon.

H a r r a h ’s C a sin o We will be going to Harrah’s Casino

in Chester, Pa. on Saturday, May 18.

First pick-up is from Dreiser Rehab at 8:30 a.m. sharp, back of the Library on Asch Loop at 8:45 a.m. and 135 Einstein Loop at 9 a.m. All payments must be in now. Please bring your government issued photo ID. No refunds. Call for reservation, (718) 320-0033 or (917) 209-5334.

R et u r n in g t o Aqu ed uct We will be returning to Aqueduct Casino on Saturday, June 15. $20 per person; No refunds. Call (917) 209-5334 for reservations.

Notice: All Sect ion 5 food p a n t r y p a r t icipa n t s All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to be able to pick up

your food. For more information, please call (718) 320-8035.

L ob st er fest We are going to the Nordic Lodge for Lobsterfest and Foxwood Casino on Saturday, August 17. The cost is $150.

Next payment due Friday, May 17. Seats going fast! Call (718) 320-8035 for your reservation.

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

In order to receive food, you must

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

Volu n t eer s wa nt ed We need volunteers for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Call (718) 320-8035.

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

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

—Tony I llis

Co-op City Democratic Club The next meeting of the Co-op City Democratic Club will be held on May 14, in Room #8 at 6:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center. The club wishes to thank Councilmember Andy King for his presence, activities, and inspiration as to what he is doing for our community, especially our children. We also wish to thank Ms. Maxine Sullivan and Mr. Richard

Fedderman, both from Congressman Eliot L. Engel’s office for their information and input as to what the Congressman is doing as well.

The club is concerned with the installation of bicycle lanes that the Department of Transportation is installing in Co-op City, and the reduction of lanes on both sides of Bartow Ave. and one lane on Co-op City

Boulevard. They have directed Shirley J. Saunders, Female District Leader, to write to DOT in opposition to their proposal.

The club is also concerned with the loss of voting spaces in Buildings 12, 13 and 14.

There seems to be Federal Regulations existing since the new voting machines are being used which speaks to the fact that they need 400 sq. ft. so that all the machines

will be used effectively. We will continue to seek other locations so we will not lose votes due to location.

Happy birthday & happy anniversary to those who are celebrating their special days in the month of May. We look forward to seeing you on May 14th in Dreiser Room #8 at 6:00 p.m.

—Shir ley Sa under s

National Council of Negro Women Saturday, May 4, was the last day of our NCNW Co-op City Saturday School for the school year. Many children have already reported how the extra help they received at Saturday School helped them to perform much better on the recent standardized tests they took. After a funfilled summer we hope to see many of these same students again in the fall.”

NCNW member and retired art educator, Robin J. Miller, has co-authored and illustrated a book, entitled “Rhythms of a Faithful Journey – Verses from Slavery to Presidency.” The book is a collection of narrative quilts and poetry that carries the reader on a journey through African American history from slavery to presidency. The writing is emotional, descriptive, and thought-provoking. The accompanying quilts are as powerful as the poems, making the experience of the poetry visually stimulating. Surprisingly, the medium is not fabric. These mixed media collage quilts have been uniquely created

by Robin J. Miller. What a wonderful

addition to any family library! For more information about the book and Robin’s other projects, please check out Robin’s website: www.robinjoycemillerart.com.

New p r ogr a m : “Teens Workshop” Teens ages 12-17 are invited for open discussions today, Saturday, May 11th and every Saturday thereafter from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Open discussion to include hair, skincare, social etiquette and so much more! Be prepared to enjoy yourself…laugh…Meet new friends and more importantly learn from each other.

Location: Dreiser Community Center, Room 11. For more information, call 646-285-8699 or 718-20-2366.

Our next General Membership meeting will be held next Sunday, May 19th at 3:00 p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Community Center. Please come out and join us. Our special guest speaker will be Robin J. Miller, member and retired art educator, with copies of her new book, entitled “ Rhythms of a Faithful Journey.” Members, please bring your

Parkchester Chorus

Lorraine C. Nanko, Director • Thomas Cuffari, Accompanist Present

The 73rd Annual Spring Concert Celebrating Alleluias And Hallelujahs Through The Ages Sunday, May 19, 2013, 3 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church at Throggs Neck 3052 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461

(Entrance through the parking lot on Dudley Avenue) Christian Aquino

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Joseph Zamplione

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For information call: 718-409-1051 and please leave a message.

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This Program Is Made Possible With Public Funds From The Bronx Council On The Arts, Through The New York State Council On The Arts Decentralization Program.

canned goods to the May 19th meeting supporting our Youth Committee.

Happy Mother’s Day! To all the mothers, grandmothers and godmothers,

it’s your day every day.

Happy birthday to members!

—M a xin e Su lliva n

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African-American Association Mot own - A limited number of tickets are available for the Broadway show, “ Motown the Musical” for Sunday, August 18th, 3:00 p.m. Ticket price: $80.

Call 718-671-5957.

G e n e r a l M e m b e r s h ip M e e t i n g Tod a y – The general membership meeting will be held today, 5/11, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The agenda will include: Program updates, Riverbay Board of Directors elections, nominations for new Association officers, and recognition of May birthdays and Mother’s Day. If you cannot attend, you may obtain updated information by reading this weekly column. Also, if you wish to join the Association or update your membership, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families, to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are also wel-

comed. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc.“ The following are ongoing programs which the Association sponsors and encourages your participation: Z u m b a F it n ess C la sses – Mondays, 6:00 p.m. Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee, $5; Registration, $15. Call 917-459-4491.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee, $10-$12; Registration, $15.

Call 718-671-8364.

C om p u ter /La p t op C la sses – The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Fee, $5; members get one free class. Call 718-379-5555.

Belly Da n cin g C la sses – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Fee, $15, discounts available; Registration, $15.

Call 646-301-9438.

E ven in g L in e Da n cin g C la sses – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee, $5 per hour; Registration, $15. Call 917-903-7073.

The RETIREES’ 41st Annual LUNCHEON will be held on Wed., June 19th at the beautiful Marina Del Rey, featuring the Carol/DAD Productions, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Donation: $75. Please advise if transportation needed. Contacts: Beverly Waller and Ida Morton, 718-379-0377).

T R AVE L E VE NT S: (Departing from Dreiser Loop). Come join us on the following dates – • May 22nd (Wed.), RESORTS WORLD Casino. Price: $30.

Rebate: TBD. (Departure: 12:00 p.m. SHARP!) Full payment due now. (Contacts: Beverly James, 718-379-0377 and Claudette Davis, 718-379-4784).

• June 29th (Sat.), SENIOR DAY Picnic, Holiday Hill. Price: $75.

This beautiful 200-acre resort has been providing first-class food, service, facilities and entertainment for many years. The RETIREES would love to have you join us for a day of fun and relaxation filled with music, games, and endless mouth-watering food. Traveling by coach bus and seats are filling up.

FINAL PAYMENT DUE THURS., MAY 16th or before.

(Contacts: Beverly James, 718-3790377 and Claudette Davis, 718-3794784).

• Sept. 16th-18th, (Mon.-Wed.), WASHINGTON, DC. (3 days/2 nights).

During your tour, you’ll see all the DC monuments and memorials up close and

personal, and learn the history and trivia surrounding the US capital.

Photo stops are made at major Washington, DC monuments, including the White House photo opportunity.

Price: $319 double/$399 single.

(Contacts: Beverly James, 718-3790377 and Claudette Davis, 718-3794784).

NOT E : Deposit $75+, check/money order, accepted for Washington, DC trips now to hold your seat.

• Nov. 12th & 13th (Tues. & Wed.) OVERNIGHT CASINO GETAWAY, CT. Price: $129 double/$179 single. 2 days/1 night. Play at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos and stay overnight at Howard Johnson Inn. (Casino bonus and 3 meals), eat, and stop and shop at Olde Mistick Village.

Transportation on Coach Bus. (Contacts: Beverly James, 718-3790377 and Claudette Davis, 718-3794784).

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : May 11th, 8:00 p.m. PATTI LABELLE show at Lehman College.

(Depart 6:30 p.m., Dreiser Loop).

On THURSDAYS (from 3:00-5:00 p.m.), Committee members will be in clubroom 19. AFTER 7 p.m., questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-3247847 or 718-671-8637.

NOT E : Prefer check/money order payments (for trips and shows) payable to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop. Clubroom

J ob s/E n t r ep r en eu r ia l Wor k sh op s – Meets every first Thursday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3201424.

E d u ca t ion – The Per Ankh Study Group meets Monday, 5/13, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. A powerful dvd called, “ Hidden Colors,“ is available to our members. If interested, call 718-3795555.

Sch ola r sh ip Awa r d s P r ogr a m – The Association presents annual scholarship awards to high school seniors. You may obtain the guidelines and application by calling 718-379-5555. The submission deadline is 5/30.

Boa r d of Dir ect ion s E lection s - Vote for the five candidates of your choice on 5/22.

C en tr a l P a r k F ive – The status conference was held on 5/6, 2:30 p.m., Federal Courthouse, 500 Pearl Street, NYC. An update will be given next week. The CPF attorneys are attempting to obtain repara-

tions for the five young men that NYPD coerced and the DA prosecuted for the crime of rape in1989 that they did not commit. They were tried, sentenced and incarcerated for many years until another man confessed. NYC Councilmen Andy King and Bill Perkins, and Comptroller John Liu made powerful speeches supporting reparations for them.

J u stice for R a m a r ley G r a h a m – The trial was scheduled to begin on 5/7 at the Bronx Criminal Courthouse, 265 E. 161st Street, 8:30 a.m. An update will follow next week. On 2/2/12, NYC Police Officer Richard Haste illegally entered Graham’s home at East 239th Street and shot and killed the unarmed 18-year-old. On 6/13/12, Haste was indicted at the Bronx Courthouse and arraigned on $50,000 bail.

Come out to support the family.

St op - a n d -F r isk Tr ia ls - Witness daily proceedings, Federal Courthouse, 500 Pearl Street, NYC. —F r a n cin e R . J on es

Retirees of Dreiser Loop located at Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 19, Bronx, New York 10475.

G O O D AND W E L FAR E : Our sincere condolences to Gladys Williams, who lost her sister, Ally Wright, and our deep sympathies to the family and friends of our member, Mabel Dorset, who regrettably suddenly passed away on Friday, May 5th. To the following members ill and recuperating, Evan Mitchell, in a Rehab Center;

George Upton, Eleanor Barlow and Emmett Ross have been discharged and back home; as well as Marge Watson, who returned to the Bay Plaza Rehab.

Get well wishes to you for a quick recovery and know that you are thought of warmly. (Contact: Elinor Gordon, Chair, at 718-379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements.) “ I don’t think of all the misery, but of all the beauty that still remains.”

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

It’s hard to be grateful in difficulties, but it’s not impossible. In all circumstances, we can give thanks that God has not left us on our own. Let’s look at 1st Thessa lonia ns

5:12-22: 12 And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, 13 and to esteem them very highly in love for their works sake. Be at peace among yourselves.

14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all.

15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all.

16 Rejoice always

17 pray without ceasing.

18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

19 Do not quench the Spirit.

20 Do not despise prophecies.

21 Test all things; hold fast what is good.

22 Abstain from every form of evil.

Invita tions: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Thank you to all of those who attended our

one night Revival service on April 14.

God gave me my church in order to fellowship with others and meet with Jesus.

We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything.

Thank you, Father!

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 2764925 & (718) 671-3627. If you will, go to www.datpiff.com and listen to and download ‘The Chance To Tell You’ by Vernon Little. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—Apost le Glad ys R . Little

Tues., May 14

Mon., May 13

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Bartow

Einstein

Library 9:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Room 31 New – ZUMBA Class 10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2 – 4 p.m., Rm. 31

Library 9:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49 Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2 – 4 p.m.

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Jazz Dance & Music Class 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 31

Dreiser

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Matinee Movie w/George 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

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 10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 1:15 - 2 p.m., Rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Basic Cellphone & iPad Training course 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive 10:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., May 13

Orange juice Turkey Italian sausage w/peppers & onions Yellow rice. green & yellow wax beans

Hawaiian chicken Corn & red pepper Sautéed collard greens

Whole wheat bread Fruit

Flounder w/sauce Brown rice in garlic sauce Carrots & broccoli

Whole wheat bread Fruit

JASA Closed for Shavout Day 1

JASA Closed Shavout Day 1

JASA Closed Shavout Day 1

Apple juice Egg salad

Hot open faced turkey sandwich w/gravy Orzo w/vegetable string beans & red onion salad

Fruit Whole wheat bread

Minestrone soup Chicken cutlet Brown rice Broccoli/cauliflower

Challah bread Fruit

Alt: Gefilte fish

Orange pineapple juice Chicken paprikash Toasted orzo Winter blend

Tues., May 14

Alt: Vegetable liver

Wed., May 15

Thurs., May 16 Fri., May 17

Alt: Tuna fish Orange pineapple juice Roast chicken Noodle kugel Sautéed spinach

Wed., May 15

Alt: Chicken salad

JASA Closed for Shavout Day 1

JASA Closed for Shavout Day 1

JASA Closed for Shavout Day 1

Effective April 1, 2013 - Fee for lunch is $1.50 & $3.50 for guest

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

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

Thurs., May 16

Upcoming Events/Trips Library

Dominoes

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

10 a.m., Rm. 45

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

Chat Session

Stay Well Exercise

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

10 -11 a.m., Rm. 45

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday

Dominoes

Spelling Bee

10 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

11 a.m., Rm. 49

Word Games

Bingo

Line Dancing every Thurs. 10–11a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers

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

Bingo 1:00 pm-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31

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

1 p.m., Rm. 49

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

Basic Computer Training w/Bernice 10 - 11:30 a.m., Rm 35

Piano Sing Along 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7

Men’s Line Dancing w/Voncile 9:00-10:00am, Rm. 31

Fri., May 17

Jazz, Dance & Music Class 10:00am-11:15am, Rm. 31

Sing along Carrington

w/Charles

11:00am-12:00pm Rm. 31

Women’s Line Dancing w/Jenifer 12:30 – 1:30pm, Rm. 31 Chat Session 10:00am, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo 10:30am – 12:00pm, Rm. 25 Card Games 2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 31

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

Crochet and Knitting 10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 am, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11:00 – 12:00, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30pm – 2:30 pm, Rm. 8 Schedule subject to changes without notice*

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

1st Mondays:

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

Tuesdays

Bowling

Bartow Dreiser $5 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. $15 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. $2.50 11:00am 11:30am (for transportation)

1st Mondays:

PICK-UP TIMES Einstein 1:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:15am

To register for trips, please call: (718) 320-2066 New Payment Schedule - Payments trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

At t en t ion a ll sen ior s: There will be no refunds for all trips.

To register for trips, please call (718) 320-2066, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

E ffect ive Ap r il 1 – Fee for lunch is $1.50 & $3.50 for guest.

I n t e r gen er a t ion a l P r ogr a m - JASA is seeking individuals interested in participating in an oral history service learning art project involving Co-op City youths and senior citizens. If interested in participating, or to learn more, please contact Yamit Alpern Kol, JASA NORC Director, 718-320-2066.

(F R E E ) Dia b et es Self M a n a gem en t Wor k sh op s – Please join us for a 6-week program – May 6, 13 & 20, June 10, 17, & 24, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 8. Contact: Yamit Alpern Kol, JASA NORC Director, 718320-2066. (10 seats available). ( F R E E ) Dia b e t e s C om m u n it y P r ogr a m – Mondays at 1 p.m. through July 1, 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25.

Contacts: Yael Reich, 347-886-2940, or Yamit Alpern Kol, 718-320-2066.

J ASA closed Wed n esd a y, M a y 15.

Br on x M u seu m – F r id a y, M a y 17 – $3 – Come join us for a guided exhibition tour and arts & crafts making activities. At the museum, 9:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. - Pick-ups: Dreiser, 8:45 a.m.; Bartow, 9:00 a.m. & Einstein, 9:15. To reserve a seat, please call 718-3202066. (19 seats available).

J er sey G a r d en s – M on d a y, M a y 20 $15 – includes round-trip transportation.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser 8:15 & Einstein - 8:30 a.m. To reserve a seat, please call the Bartow Office, 718320-2066. (16 seats available).

E m p ir e C a sin o – Wed n esd a y, M a y 22 - $5 - 4 hours at the Casino - includes round trip transportation. Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m., Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. To reserve a seat,

please call the Bartow Office, 718-3202066. Sold Out Wait List Only.

Ne w Yor k B ot a n ic a l G a r d en – F r id a y, M a y 24 - $10 – Join us for a wonderful exhibition on Wild Medicine: Healing Plants around the World – Featuring the Italian Renaissance Garden - Includes round trip transportation. Pick-ups: Dreiser, 9:30 a.m., Asch Loop, 10:00 a.m. and Einstein, 10:15 a.m. To reserve a seat, please call 718320-2066 (20 seats available).

M or n in g E xt r a va ga n za @ Dr eiser Se n ior C en t er – F r id a y, M a y 31 - $2 Auditorium “B,” 177 Dreiser Loop.

Doors open 9:45 a.m. – entertainment promptly 10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m., featuring Fashions by Raymonde Crocheting Group & Modeling Fashions. Alluring Fashions by Raymonde & Sewing Circle, Mother’s Day performance by Dreiser Drama Bunch, special guest appearance by the Gents of Co-op City.

We i g h t M a n a g e m e n t S u p p o r t G r ou p - Next meeting Monday, May 13, 10 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25. Every Monday. Facilitated by social workers. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Contact JASA, 718320-2066.

C a r egiver Su p p or t G r ou p - Next meeting Tuesday, May 14, 1 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave, Room 31. Offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Facilitated by a social worker. Contact JASA, 718-320-2066.

D is a b ili t y Su p p o r t /S o c ia l iz a t io n G r ou p – The group meets every 1st Friday of the month. For more info., contact John Sullivan at 718-671-2090, Ext. 2142. Transportation provided, if available.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 R E M I NDE R : Our next meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, MAY 13TH, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Loop Auditorium “A.” Looking forward to seeing you with a friend or neighbor…Join us on any of the trips listed below; or just come out and learn what is happening with Social Security and Medicare, and other activities affecting seniors in the community.

Get-well wish es to George Upton and Jean Mickens.

H ea r tfelt Con dolen ces to the family of Mabel Dorset who passed away last week.

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, 718-6715493.

2013 T O UR AC T I VI T I E S May 16 – SOLD OUT - Culinary Institute of America & Hudson River Boat Cruise includes a guided tour of the World’s Premier Culinary College followed by a gourmet meal prepared by students of the Institute; then have a relaxing afternoon on a Hudson River Cruise…$110/person…BUS DEPARTURE: 7:30 a.m. SHARP (please arrive by 7:00 a.m.) from Asch Loop (in front of the library)… contact Daisy, 718-6713241.

J u n e 3 – 4 – Sa n d s C a sin o (on the way), Shopping in Bethlehem, PA and the show “ Noah’s Ark” – included overnight stay at Crown Plaza Hotel

w/dinner and show; buffet breakfast; in the afternoon experience the Biblical show “ Noah’s Ark” at the Sight/Sound Theater; dinner after the show in Amish Country (on your own)… $50 deposit (check payable to AARP-4997) + $21 for travel insurance…$275 per person/double; $265 per person/triple; $345/single; SEATS AVAILABLE; FULL PAYMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED — TO BE PAID AT THE MAY 13TH MEETING… contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

J u ly 25 – Sp ir it of Ba lt im or e C r u ise includes a delightful buffet luncheon and entertainment on board; followed by a stay at the Maryland Line Casino with Vegas-style machines (bonus to be announced)… $117/person…contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 22 – 23 – “ Menopa use” th e Mu sica l (Lancaster, PA), Shopping & the Sands Casino (Bethlehem, PA) - First stop will be Rockvale Square Outlets (Lancaster, PA); hotel check-in; Buffet dinner w/the performance of “Menopause” the Musical at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater; full American Breakfast in the hotel; enjoy a narrated Amish Farmlands tour; then to the Sands Casino, w/a casino bonus of $30 in free slot play + $5 food coupon; depart for home in the late afternoon…$220 per person/double; $275 single; $216 per person triple; Travel insurance available - $21/person….contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association O ffice—We are open 2 days a week, Monday and Thursday, Monday, 9:00 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

F lea M a r k et —We are now selling jewelry, many choices of necklaces and earrings and bracelets. Our soft covered

books are 25¢ each or 5 for $1, hard covered books are 50¢ each. There is also a small selection of canes for $5, walkers for $10, one shower chair for $20, a fairly new wheelchair for $50.

—Ar len e R od r igu ez

Goose Island Seniors Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION The Library will be closed Monday, 5/27 for Memorial Day. UPCOMING EVENTS Kids Flick - Saturday, 5/11, 11 a.m. “Brave” Film - Saturday, May 11, 2:00 p.m. - “The Music Man”; May 18, “Memphis”; May 25th - NO FILM SCHEDULED Book Donation - Starting Monday, 5/13 — Saturday, 6/8 - Must be in good condition.

Celebrating Older Americans Month - Wednesday, May 15, All day FREE activities: Exploring websites for 50+,10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Film Screening: Age of Champions, PBS documentary about Senior Olympics, followed by discussion, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Love and Marriage: From the Shtetl to Second Avenue, Dramatic artist and educator Judith Goldsmith presents two theatrical sketches: Sholom Aleichem’s character, Mendel the Matchmaker, shares his trials and tribulations; and a tale of a bittersweet romance set in the glory days of the Yiddish theater.

WEEKLY EVENTS Toddler Time - Every Tuesday, 11 a.m. (Except 5/28) Teens TAG - Every Tuesday, 4 p.m. (Except 5/28) Teen Lounge - Every Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3 p.m.

Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

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

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Wednesda y, M ay 18—We are having a Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. For members only. Refreshments served.

Tuesda y, M a y 28—Going to Foxwood Casino in Conn. Price is $30. Rebate is $10 Keno and $10 towards food. Pick-up time is 8:00 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop.

T h u r sd a y J u ly 11—Going to BRAUHAUS IN POMONA, N.Y. Price is $58. Pick-up time is 9:00 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

M enu: On arrival, you can have warm danish, donuts, coffee and tea. Luncheon: Hamburgers, frankfurter, sausages and peppers, French fries, all kinds of salads, corn on cob, and watermelon, danish, and donuts, coffee, tea. Dinner: Salad, bread and butter. Entrées are roast beef, roast chicken,

poached Tilapia, potatoes, vegetable, soda, beer and coffee and tea and ice cream.

Enter t ainment: Music, dancing, large swimming pool, mini golf, Bingo game and also a lovely gift shop.

T h u r sd a y, Au gu st 15—G oin g t o C R AB SH ANT Y in City Island for members only. Price is $20. Bring an aide price $25. Time is 1:00 p.m. Menu: l lb. of lobster, broiled or fried shrimps, broiled or fried filet of Sole, BBQ chicken with ribs, chicken parmigiana, and snow crab legs.

For more information, see Ann or Mary at 135 Einstein Loop in Room 39 or call 718-379-9613, Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Call in evening to Ann at 347-267-4751 or Mary at 718-379-9613.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Ma r y Pilla

Einstein Cancer Fund R emin der —Noah’s Ark—May 15th and 16th, two-day trip. Time of pick-up at Einstein Loop, 6:45 a.m. to 7 a.m.; Asch Loop, 7 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 7:15 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Please be on time at your stops and use the luggage tags which you received.

Tu esd a y, J u n e 4t h , members only luncheon at Crab Shanty Restaurant. Cost per member, $22. Lunch menu—boiled or broiled lobster, filet of Sole, crab legs, fried or shrimp scampi, chicken parmesean, BBQ chicken with ribs, dessert, soda, coffee. Time of luncheon: 1:00 p.m.

Tuesda y, J u ne 18th, Taj Mahal for the tribute to Diana Ross and the Supremes.

Cost per person is $75 which includes a $25 slot play, buffet, show and transportation.

Final payments are due by June 4th.

Su n d a y, M a y 12t h , we wish every mother, grandmother, etc., a very, very happy Mother’s Day with families and friends. Enjoy!

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

Our prayers of health and healings go out to all. Remember the homebound and those in nursing homes. Give them a call.

—Lydia R ua s

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Circle of Christ Church The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level. (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

T h o u g h t f o r t h i s w e e k : “He replied, ‘You of little faith, why are you so afraid?’ Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the winds, and the waves, and it was completely calm.”

Yes, we fail a lot during the years where we were trying to figure out what to do with our lives. At the time, each of these things felt like the worst that could have happened. Now, I think they were the best worst things.

Had everything went well, we will have never discovered the joy we have uncovered today.

We can see this woven through the Bible. In Mathew 8: 23-24, we find Jesus getting into a boat with His disciples. “Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church E a g e r To F o r g i v e ‘But I, with a song of thanksgiving, will sacrifice to you. What I have vowed I will make good. Salvation comes from the Lord’ ” (Jonah 2:9, NIV) The story of Jonah is a classic presentation of the kindness and love of God regardless of what our past may have been, or what our present may be. Here we see God going out of his way to move heaven and earth just to make sure that a people who had a history of hostility towards him will be given the chance to know and perhaps choose to serve him.

Having rejected God and chosen idol worship, the people of Nineveh had completely shut God out of their lives. Their city was known for the worst form of crime and violence (Jonah 1:2), yet God practically forced one of his prophets to go to the city and talk to them about his love.

Jonah, on the other hand, was not so willing to forgive. He decided to run away. God sent a storm and a whale to force Jonah to the city he didn’t want to go, in order that the people whom God had created who happen to live in Nineveh might be given a chance to live.

What is more remarkable in this story is that God was willing to forgive as soon as, (or even before) the people of Nineveh were willing to repent.

God loves you, he is willing to forgive, and he is still moving heaven and earth to make sure that you come to know him.

Message from the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Our Services are open to everyone.

Bre a d Ministry: Please stop by on Saturdays from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. and get some for yourself or a neighbor who may need food.

Reg u l a r Me e ti n g s : Wednesday Prayer Meetings: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday Morning Bible Studies: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Saturday Worship: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m.

Adventist Youth and Pathfinder programs on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. for children ages 6-17 Children’s Exercise Program Sundays, 11:00 12:00 p.m.

Free Adult Exercise Program Sundays, 12—1 p.m.

Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518.

Visit us on the web at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org.

— Ak i n so l a O y el a k i n

HAPPY MOTHER’S D AY !

SUNDAY, MAY 12!

that the waves swept on the boat.” The worst thing. But in verse 26, Jesus got up and rebuked the winds and waves and things turned completely calm. The disciples were amazed. Best worst thing.

In Acts 5:18, we find the apostles being arrested and thrown in jail. Worst thing. But in Acts 5:19, we find an angel of the Lord opening the doors of the jail and bringing them out. Later, we find them with so much confidence they boldly proclaim, “We must obey God rather than men!” Best worst thing. We might not understand why we have to go through so much stuff. We live in a broken world full of broken people. But isn’t it comforting to know God isn’t ever broken? He can take our worst and add His best. We just have to make the choice to stay with Him and keep following Him through it all.

We remind you that we are collecting non-perishable items and supplies in order to provide and support fami-

lies in need of food. We also are providing counseling and referral services for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need, please call 347-945-1992.

Please leave a message and we will gladly call you back.

Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the love of God. C H U R C H S E RV I C E S C H E D U L E Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study Friday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Youth Night and Children’s Bible Club Sunday - 11 a.m., Worship and the Word Children’s Church – 5 years old to 12 years old Little Lambs - Potty trained S p ec i al E ve nt s Bilingual Service – June 1 at 11:00 a.m.

ALL ARE WELCOME. — R e v. S a m C o l o n

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2 0 1 3 R i v e r b a y B o a r d E l e c t i o n ✫✫✫ Candidate statements appear on pages 31-42 • Candidate order determined by lottery.

NOTE: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED WITHIN ARE SOLELY THOSE OF THE CANDIDATES AND NOT THOSE OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION. BALLOTING

ABSENTEE BALLOTING

Voting will be conducted by machine in your building lobby on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Absentee ballots may be requested from Riverbay Corporation by calling (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3326. Absentee ballots postmarked no later than Tuesday, May 21, 2013, may be received by Riverbay Corporation until seven days after Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

2013 Board Election Schedule Saturday, May 4, 2013

1st Election Edition; 1st Election Notice; (Co-op City Times)

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Candidates’ Forum (7:30 p.m.); (Dreiser Center, Auditorium B)

Saturday, May 11, 2013

2nd Election Edition; 2nd Election Notice; (Co-op City Times)

Monday, May 13, 2013

Candidates’ Forum (7:30 p.m.); Einstein Community Center, Room 45

Saturday, May 18, 2013

3rd Election Edition; 3rd Election Notice; (Co-op City Times)

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Annual Meeting Begins; Voting from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Vote Tally - 9:00 p.m. Room 31 Bartow

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Recount, 9:30 a.m. (if necessary)

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Swearing in of Elected Board Members (7:00 p.m.); (Bartow Center, Room 31)

— Remember to VOTE — WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

2013 Riverbay Candidates Frank Belcher Manny Torres Lambright Bernard Cylich* Charles Phipps Helen Atkins* William “Bill” Gordon William Craft Evelyn Santiago* Andrea Leslie* Raymond Tirado* Emanuel Armfield Sebastian Ulanga Dr. Amrendra Singh Leslie Peterson *Denotes incumbents

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VOTING Voting by machine will be conducted by the Board of Elections of the City of New York and shall begin at 6:00 a.m. and end at 9:00 p.m. on May 22, 2013, in the lobbies of the following buildings (unless otherwise specified): 920 Baychester Avenue (Bldg. 1A) 900 Baychester Avenue (Bldg. 1B) 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A) 920 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2B) 150 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 3A) 170 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 3B)

140 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4A) 120 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4B) 100 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4C) 100 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5A) 120 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5B) 140 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5C) 140 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 6) 120 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 7) 100 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 8) 100 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 9A) 120 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 9B) 140 Debs Place (Bldg. 10A) 120 Debs Place (Bldg. l0B)

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120 Carver Loop (Bldg. 11B) 140 Carver Loop (Bldg. 11C) 120 Casals Place (Bldg. 12) 100 Casals Place (Bldg. 13) 140 Casals Place (Bldg. 14) 100 Aldrich Street (Bldg. 15A) 120 Aldrich Street (Bldg. 15B) 620 Baychester Ave. (Bldg. 16A) 600 Baychester Ave. (Bldg. 16B) 120 Alcott Place (Bldg. 17) 100 Alcott Place (Bldg. 18) 140 Alcott Place (Bldg. 19) 140 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20A) 120 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20B) 100 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20C) 100 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21A) 120 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21B) 140 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21C) 100 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 22A) 120 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 22B) 140 Benchley Place (Bldg. 23) 120 Benchley Place (Bldg. 24) 100 Benchley Place (Bldg. 25) 2440 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26A) 2420 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26B) 2400 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26C) 100 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27A) 120 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27B) 140 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27C) 140 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28A) 120 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28B) 100 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28C) 4200 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29A) 4220 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29B) 4240 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29C) 4120 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 30A)

120 Erskine Place (Bldg. 31B) 4180 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 32A) 4160 Hutch.River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 32B) 140 Elgar Place (Bldg. 33) 120 Elgar Place (Bldg. 34) 100 Elgar Place (Bldg. 35) Townhouses Earhart Lane (Bldg. 26B) Cooper Place (Bldg. 11A) Debs Place (Bldg. 8) Broun Place (Bldg. 21C) Adler Place (Bldg. 20A) Defoe Place (Bldg 6) Asch Loop (Bldg. 17) Absentee ballots may be requested from Riverbay Corporation by calling 718-3203300, Ext. 3326. Absentee ballots postmarked no later than May 21, 2013, may be received by Riverbay Corporation until seven days after May 22, 2013.

In the event it is determined that a quorum has not been achieved by machine voting on May 22, 2013, the vote from the machines will be sealed at the end of voting at approximately 9:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as all voters in line have been accommodated, and secured by the Board of Elections of the City of New York.

Commencing Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 8:00 a.m., paper ballots will be available in the above 65 building lobbies, from the New York City Board of Elections’ poll workers, for eligible shareholders to vote who did not vote on May 22, 2013, until a quorum is achieved.

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We have the best team of candidates in Co-op City!

And, we will deliver incredibly good results to this community.

Frank Belcher The CHANGES you keep clamoring for are within reach. So, all you have to do is go downstairs to your lobby and vote on Election Day. The CHANGES must come now during this election, because we can no longer allow Management to continue this runaway spending.

We need to take on an attitude of common sense: if we can't afford it, we shouldn't buy it. In my opinion, at the rate Management is spending our money, Co-op City will not be affordable in the foreseeable future.

There are many questions that need to be answered concerning our money.

The CHANGES must start with the Board of Directors. They are the ones responsible for the behavior of Management.

Election Day will be our opportunity to start achieving the CHANGES we so desperately need in this community.

In my opinion, Board Directors haven't done their job and they must be held accountable. They must be replaced by Directors who will work for

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Just look at what you'll get when you vote for our team:

your best interest.

You, the shareholders, are the only ones who can bring about change.

Therefore, your vote is a powerful instrument.

Now, as you know, many people have died just to achieve the right to vote. So, you must not let their sacrifices and death be in vain.

Now, as you well know, I am for change and that's why I am running.

Therefore, in me, you will have someone who has your best interests at heart.

Frank Belcher

William Craft

Dr. Amrendra Singh

• Replace our 14-year management company • Reduce our budget to maintain the affordability of our development • Improve the maintenance services to our cooperators and to our commercial tenants • Improve the visibility of our Public Safety force • Develop new marketing methods to fill up our vacant apartments and commercial spaces

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Vote

Manny Torres

Manny Torres I'm running for the Riverbay Board of Directors because I want to represent this great community by helping make good things better and correcting those that need improvement. This is an important point in Co-op City history where we must decide which direction we are headed, whether down a positive and responsible path, which I will do my best to support, or one determined by those who tend to be parochial minded when it comes to innovation and new ideas.

I think it was a remarkable, positive achievement that Co-op City recently obtained an historic $621 million mortgage refinancing with HUD, underwritten by Wells Fargo Bank, approved by an overwhelming majority of the Board. Under the new refinancing, we will save literally millions of dollars in interest payments over the years to come, and yet, some who voted in favor of the refinancing are acting like Co-op City is a community where nothing is good. In truth, I have no idea where all this negativity comes from, especially when most of it doesn't stand up under honest scrutiny.

While I believe major strides have been accomplished under President Helen Atkins, if elected, I promise to

for the Riverbay Board •• Extensive law enforcement and crime prevention experience •• Member of the NYPD for over 20 years •• Executive experience, but also interacts professionally with the rank and file •• Experience as member of Riverbay Security Committee implement adequate cost controls, and inventory controls to be maintained in all departments at Riverbay to help prevent unnecessary waste. There is always room for improvement, and I believe my previous experience as Chair of the Audit Committee, as well as Chair of the Security Committee, have provided me with invaluable experience in a variety of operations at Riverbay and how to make sure cooperators continue to receive essential services in the most cost effective manner.

I hope you will vote for me, Manny Torres, for the Riverbay Board, as well as reelect our President, Helen Atkins, and also reelect Director Evelyn Santiago, who both have positive records of accomplishment.

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•• Previously served as one of three members of Riverbay Audit Committee •• Supports management's historic accomplishment of obtaining an historical $621 million mortgage refinancing guaranteed by HUD, and underwritten by Wells Fargo Bank

Manny Torres

Please vote to elect

Manny Torres,

who offers the vision and determination to represent you on the Riverbay Board with unquestioned dedication!

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Lambright There are but so many ways I can say that I am happy to live in this community. The very best way is by doing things to make my community proud and strong. Kind of like the way we want to raise our children. We want them to be educated and live full lives with positive exposure. We want them to know that they are loved and respected. In return, we want them to know how to love and respect.

In order for them to know and feel all of these positive things, we must set these very same examples as adults with one another.

This is why I want to appeal to all the candidates and those who are not running currently; no matter what happens in this election, let’s give the shareholders real truthful representation. Let’s open up Board meetings by televising them on our own MDU channels that we currently have. Let’s do our very best to keep costs down so that our children and grandchildren will have the opportunity to benefit from what we are creating here.

Most of all, let’s make a commitment to ourselves that we will truthfully, serve

this community with independent yet open minds. My grandmother once told me that “true leadership is derived from strong sharp minds and humbling hearts.”

I would also like to take this time to appeal to some of our men. Our women are looking for us to step up and help lead this community. Let’s set some positive examples for our sons and daughters. The benefits far outweigh the fall-out.

It takes only eight Directors on this Board to make real truthful change for the better. I ask that you give me and The Team for Change the opportunity to do just that.

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To avoid jeopardizing that loan, I reluctantly joined a majority of Board members in approving a one-year contract with Marion Scott—even though neither an evaluation of the company’s performance nor a competitive bidding process for the contract had taken place.

With the loan secured, however, I welcomed director Evelyn Turner’s resolution establishing a committee to solicit and review proposals from management companies and/or general managers, and to recommend five of them. The resolution made no judgment about Marion Scott, Inc., which would have been free to submit a bid. Turner’s proposal was prompted by a strong belief in the democratic process and in the sound business practice of competitive bidding.

I requested that Mr. Marion Scott and Herb Freedman, principals in the Scott firm, leave the room while Board

members discussed the issue of the management company they run. The Board denied my request.

Despite its clear neutrality, Turner’s resolution was characterized as an attack on management and defeated by a vote of 8 to 5.

I joined Andrea Leslie, Leah Graham, Evelyn Turner, and Daryl Johnson voting for the resolution.

Perhaps you agree with me that it would be democratic, and sound business practice, for the Board to establish a committee that would set up competitive bidding for management.

If you do, then vote for TEAM FOR CHANGE candidates Andrea Leslie, Bernard Cylich, Lambright, Charles Phipps, and Sebastian Ulanga. We will make it happen.

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Charles Phipps One of the reasons I am not in favor of outsourcing is because we give a lot of the construction which is done in our community to non-union contractors and in my opinion the work is inferior.

In my construction experience, I have seen better jobs.

While walking along the streets of Co-op City, I have noticed our sidewalks are not leveled and there are many cracks. I strongly feel if the work was done by union workers who are employed by Riverbay, the work would be of better quality. I have a cost effective solution which I will share with everyone at a later date.

I am the President of the Building 1 Association and several cooperators have complained to me about sub-par work done in their apartments, for example, the mold and mildew coming from the bathroom walls and after a paint job is completed, the paint peels after a few weeks. These jobs need to be more aggressively inspected by Riverbay inspectors to ensure these jobs are done effectively because this keeps happening and costing us and Riverbay lots of money.

My next concern is for the youth of our community. We do not offer any options for our youth. We need a youth center where they can come and feel safe and get guidance, resources and mentoring. Our youth of today are very vulnerable and easily swayed by the negative influences in our streets.

My own children attended an afterschool program from 1st grade thru high school on the upper West Side. I would have rather they were part of such a program in Co-op City but there was none offered here when they were coming up.

Time for Change.

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Vote for the Progress in Motion Team to Keep Co-op City Moving Forward

Helen Atkins I am seeking re-election to the Riverbay Board because I want to continue the progress we have made in recent years to make Co-op City an even better place to live. Without question, we remain the best housing buy in New York City, with large, beautiful apartments, and with heat, hot water, electricity, and air-conditioning all included in our affordable carrying charges. A quick look at the cost of apartments outside Co-op City should show anyone how fortunate we are to be living in this great community.

I have always been active in the Co-op City community, in church, social, and service groups and organizations. I currently work part-time for the JASA organization as an assistant project director, and am proud to serve as an AARP Advocate. I also serve as President of the Building 18 Association, and am a member of Community Protestant Church, where I am pleased to serve as President of the Senior Usher Board Ministry.

While it has been a great honor to serve as President of Riverbay Corporation for the past three years, I recognize we are at a crucial crossroads facing the future of this commu-

• Successfully obtained $621M refinancing loan guaranteed by HUD under administration of President Atkins saving Co-op City millions in future interest payments

• Will continue improving co-generation plant which has made Co-op City energy self-sufficient, and has saved over $18M a year nity. I have always made decisions by keeping an open mind and objectively considering what I believed would be in the best interests of the cooperators who live here.

I have always been an independent individual who thinks for myself, and can't imagine deferring to anyone else to tell me how to vote on anything, especially when I know it isn't in the best financial interests of Co-op City. I believe in putting logic and commonsense over ideology or personal agendas in reaching conclusions, and I vow to continue to represent you, the cooperators, with that in mind, if I am fortunate enough to be reelected.

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Helen Atkins

• Promises to upgrade and streamline Restoration Department process to ensure repairs are made in a timely, responsible manner

• Pledges to keep Co-op City a safe and affordable place to live

VOTE FOR ME AND MY RUNNING MATES

William “Bill” Gordon

Emanuel Armfield

Leslie Peterson

Raymond Tirado

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Vote for the Progress in Motion Team to Keep Co-op City Moving Forward

William “Bill” Gordon Co-op City has seen steady, stable progress over the past 14 years; this has been the result of the work of previous boards and Marion Scott Realty.

In my opinion and that of HCR, Marion Scott Realty has done a commendable job here at Co-op City.

When they took over management of Co-op City, there had not been a maintenance increase in over 8 years. This had resulted in a lack of preventive maintenance causing a deterioration of our infrastructure. Marion Scott Realty, using the funds available, kept this community afloat until the closing of our garages convinced the community of our need to rebuild our community through refinancing. Co-op City has gotten two loans from New York City Community Bank (NYCB) and one from Wells Fargo Bank (HUD loan) in a time where banks have gotten stingy with their money due to the housing mortgage fiasco. In order to get the loans, the responsible parties investigated not only the physical assets of Riverbay, but also the day-today operations of Riverbay. The fact that we were successful in getting a loan guaranteed by the Federal, NY State, and NY City governments and two loans from NYCB means the pro-

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• Successfully obtained $621M refinancing loan guaranteed by HUD under administration of President Atkins saving Co-op City millions in future interest payments

• Will continue improving co-generation plant which has made Co-op City energy self-sufficient, and has saved over $18M a year fessional experts hired to investigate Riverbay also feel that Marion Scott is doing a good job.

Some opponents of the managing company feel we should go back to hiring just a General Manger as we did before Marion Scott came to Riverbay.

History tells us that we had 16 managers in the 22 years before Marion Scott, none lasting more than 18 months and one who was indicted for stealing from us. You cannot repeat the same action and expect different results.

I support retaining Marion Scott Realty, with periodic reviews of their performance.

Choose the Progress in Motion Team; Stability vs. Instability.

William “Bill” Gordon

• Promises to upgrade and streamline Restoration Department process to ensure repairs are made in a timely, responsible manner

• Pledges to keep Co-op City a safe and affordable place to live

VOTE FOR ME AND MY RUNNING MATES

Emanuel Armfield

Leslie Peterson

Raymond Tirado

Helen Atkins

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And, we will deliver incredibly good results to this community.

William Craft Hi, my name is William Craft. And, I'm running for a seat on the Board of Directors.

I've been living in Co-op City for 28 years. And, I've been married to my wonderful wife for 47 glorious years.

I've served in the U.S. Air Force for 9 years as a Telecommunications Center Specialist. And, I've done telecommunications work throughout my professional career. Additionally, I've also published two nice books.

Now, in my opinion, I've seen many changes over the years that have affected this community in a negative way.

For instance, our 14-year management company has increased our debt to a staggering $621 million. Additionally, I believe that we're facing additional carrying charge increases because management refuses to reduce our overall expenses.

Also, it seems like criminals feel like they can do whatever they want in our community. Plus, I believe that our power plant is draining our finances.

Additionally, we also have many stores and apartments that have been vacant for an unreasonably long time.

So, based on these issues and other factors, I've decided to enter this race for a seat on our Board of Directors.

And, with your help, I can win.

Just look at what you'll get when you vote for our team:

Once elected, here are the goals that I have for this community: • Replace our 14-year management company (Yes, I will vote to get rid of them) • Reduce our budget to maintain the affordability of our development • Improve the maintenance services to our cooperators and to our commercial tenants • Improve the visibility of our Public Safety force • Develop new marketing methods to fill up our vacant apartments and commercial spaces I promise that I will do my best to clean up this community and to work with everyone here to improve every aspect of Co-op City. So, please vote for me.

Thank you.

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Frank Belcher

William Craft

Dr. Amrendra Singh

• Replace our 14-year management company • Reduce our budget to maintain the affordability of our development • Improve the maintenance services to our cooperators and to our commercial tenants • Improve the visibility of our Public Safety force • Develop new marketing methods to fill up our vacant apartments and commercial spaces

Please help us to win this election.

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Re-Elect

Evelyn Santiago Hello, neighbors. I would like to say thanks to all of the new people in our community that I have had the pleasure of meeting during my being out in the community who took the time to speak to me. I also would like to thank the building associations and members who invited me to their meetings and shared some concerns and had good valid comments and questions. Your concerns were heard and will be addressed.

When re-elected, I will advocate for you to ensure that the services that are rightfully yours remain the best. I will take part in making the appropriate decisions which will enhance our community. One of the issues on our minds is to locate a site for a youth center. I am in favor of a youth center where the leaders of the future, our youth, can be enriched. Other issues such as upgrading our shopping centers, keeping our cost to live here affordable, and preserving the beauty of Co-op City and returning the bus services that were cut are some of the items I will support.

One method in which you can voice

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Evelyn Santiago for Riverbay Board of Directors

Involvement in Leadership with Community Activity

your interest is to be part of the committees that are in existence. Another is to vote. It is your right. Let me be your advocate—re-elect me, Evelyn Santiago. Everyone wins with Evelyn.

Querido Vecinos soy Evelyn Santiago y estoy buscando sus Apoyo en este election. Hare todo lo possible para ayudar maintainer Neustria communidad la mejor. Seguridad y Buenos servicios para ustedes seran principal.

Manterner vivendas afortable tabien.

Todos Ganan con Evelyn, vote por me, Evelyn Santiago, yo sere tu voz Mayo 22, 2013.

Evelyn

• Open Board Meetings S an tia go • Keep Affordable Housing • Integrity • Community Safety • Improving Community Services • Oversight of management and policies to ensure the best outcome for Co-op City

...are some of the items I will work towards for the community!

Vote for me, Evelyn Santiago, and my running mate Manny Torres!

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Andrea Leslie An issue that often comes up in the many years I've lived in this community is the youth.

What plans have we made to engage our young people in a positive way?

It is often said that our children are our future, but if we don't act to improve the conditions they grow up in today, then everybody's future is in question.

When the former Cinema/Bingo Hall space became available, it seemed the ideal place for a youth activities center. But enthusiasm was met with resistance. Instead a proposal was made to relegate the youth center to a storage space under the supermarket in the Bartow Mall. These people said Riverbay would lose income if the youth center took over the vacated Cinema/Bingo space.

(Note that rental income from the Bingo Hall before it was shut down by the Brooklyn District Attorney was actually less than 0.01 percent of our total Riverbay budget.) We are a cooperative, and when it comes to our children, we should choose people over profits. Investing in our youth promises countless rewards.

Speaking of Riverbay income, we just don't get a fair share of services in return for the taxes we pay. We should use Co-op City's great potential political power to win a measure of fairness from our elected officials in Washington, Albany, and City Hall.

The Board should form a Legislative Committee to encourage such cooperator activity.

I urge you to keep your eyes on the prize and vote for the TEAM FOR CHANGE candidates.

RE-ELECT Andrea Leslie and Barnard Cylich and ELECT Lambright, Charles Phipps and Sebastian Ulanga.

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Vote for the Progress in Motion Team to Keep Co-op City Moving Forward

Raymond Tirado We are listening and are appreciative of the opportunity to meet with our neighbors. Your concerns expressed to our team were, maintaining affordability, continuing senior programs, restoring bus routes, youth centers and crime prevention. These are issues we support and working together we can bring them forth. We will work to improve the level of service to you, ensuring that you are always treated with the respect and consideration you deserve. Your participation is important and we need you to be vocal and committed to its end. We all must continue to demonstrate our political strength and unity, loud and proud in Co-op City. We must vote as one collective block as is done in other communities with positive results.

The Progress in Motion Team, myself, Raymond Tirado, Helen Atkins, William “Bill” Gordon, Leslie Peterson, and Emanuel Armfield are committed to that end. Our focus is to build on what we have with a positive approach. Also, I am in support of having a professional organization coming in to run a Youth Center, such as the YMCA, and I feel we should fight for

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• Successfully obtained $621M refinancing loan guaranteed by HUD under administration of President Atkins saving Co-op City millions in future interest payments

• Will continue improving co-generation plant which has made Co-op City energy self-sufficient, and has saved over $18M a year some government money to help fund it. We certainly save them enough.

Keeping our carrying charges affordable is crucial. We have a large population of shareholders on fixed incomes and we cannot allow them to be priced out of Co-op City.

I’m tired of the naysayers telling us the sky is falling. We have weathered thru the recession and the best is yet to come. Don’t let your commitment to Co-op City end with your vote for the Progress in Motion Team on May 22nd.

Stay committed, stay focused and stand united with us as one voice, one community for a positive future.

Thank you.

Raymond Tirado

• Promises to upgrade and streamline Restoration Department process to ensure repairs are made in a timely, responsible manner

• Pledges to keep Co-op City a safe and affordable place to live

VOTE FOR ME AND MY RUNNING MATES

Leslie Peterson

William “Bill” Gordon

Emanuel Armfield

Helen Atkins

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Emanuel Armfield Fellow shareholders. Let us all take the time to reflect on the reasons we moved here. Co-op City is still affordable and a nice place where you can raise a family on a middle class income. For those of you who are seniors, retired or living on a fixed income, Co-op City offers an assortment of amenities within close proximity to your home.

Understanding and embracing these five principles and concepts will improve our homes, and raise the value of your shares instantly: (1) Co-op City is first a business, a corporation to be run and maintained like any other multi-million dollar corporation—that’s what keeps our homes affordable.

(2) You’re a shareholder and not a renter. You own just a little bit of (everything) here. With ownership comes responsibility to protect and maintain all of which you have invested in.

(3) As the shareholder, you must change your attitude to gratitude and raise your bar of appreciation for your property and also expect the same of your guest/s. Then watch the value of your stock grow to a level that others will be willing to jump fences for, and to get where you are.

• Successfully obtained $621M refinancing loan guaranteed by HUD under administration of President Atkins saving Co-op City millions in future interest payments

• Will continue improving co-generation plant which has made Co-op City energy self-sufficient, and has saved over $18M a year (4) The blessing is that we can all share a common dream that many of us could only have imagined individually.

(5) The dream is obtained or deferred only by the level of value placed on it by the shareholders and the commitment to adhere to the disciplines in regards to the quality of life in a shared community. The comfort you enjoy in your spacious home and experience in the beautiful landscape should not be taken for granted. Be mindful that we have a great foundation. Let’s make a commitment to build on it.

Vote for me, Emanuel Armfield, and also my running mates, Helen Atkins, William “Bill” Gordon, Leslie Peterson and Raymond Tirado.

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Emanuel Armfield

• Promises to upgrade and streamline Restoration Department process to ensure repairs are made in a timely, responsible manner

• Pledges to keep Co-op City a safe and affordable place to live

VOTE FOR ME AND MY RUNNING MATES

Leslie Peterson

Raymond Tirado

Helen Atkins

William “Bill” Gordon

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Sebastian Ulanga We applaud the Riverbay Board President for supporting the HUDguaranteed loan. This loan stabilizes our budget, saves hundreds of millions of dollars, and allows us to remain in the M-L program. Moreover, it keeps Co-op City affordable for present and future generations. The president helped us achieve this goal despite opposition from an incumbent running mate and management’s declaration last year that the “HUD loan is dead.”

However, while we agree on this important issue, we have fundamental differences which cooperators need to know as they elect candidates for the Board.

We differ on three key issues. (1) Team for Change believes that the Board should establish a Search Committee.

This committee would begin the search for a managing agent and/or general manager by laying the groundwork for the competitive bidding process. (2) We believe that ALL Board meetings should be open and even televised.

Cooperators should not be locked out of such meetings. Since June, 2012, there have been 21 Board meetings. All but 2 were conducted behind closed doors.

We’ll unlock those doors. (3) Team for Change opposes outsourcing Riverbay work to contractors who hire nonunion

labor. We firmly believe we save millions of dollars by ending the outsourcing of work that can be performed by Riverbay’s unionized staff. Team For Change believes that this practice is neither cost-effective nor just. Co-op City was sponsored by unions, built entirely by union labor, and is a community of union families. We believe that labor conditions are undermined every time the Board approves outsourcing to nonunion contractors.

Vote TEAM FOR CHANGE: we pledge to make a difference.

Votamos a hacer una diferencia. Vota por nosotros. Vote for Andrea Leslie, Bernard Cylich, Lambright, Charles Phipps, Sebastian Ulanga Si Se Puede!!!

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And, we will deliver incredibly good results to this community.

Dr. Amrendra Singh Hi, my name is Dr. Amrendra Singh.

And, I'm running for a seat on the Board of Directors.

I’ve lived in Co-op City and I've maintained a professional dental office here for the last 23 years.

Now, over the years, I’ve noticed a decline in several areas of our community. For instance, we've had a decline in the maintenance of our buildings and commercial spaces. We've also been plagued by several recent incidents of a violent nature.

Meanwhile, it is my opinion that business owners and cooperators have seen huge increases in their monthly rental and carrying charges. And, on top of those increases, the business community here has been hit with what I believe are unreasonable real estate tax charges.

Then, to add insult to injury, the business community here has been accused of not paying our fair share of the real estate taxes. Now, please ask yourself, how is this possible when we haven’t been billed in a fair and accurate manner?

So, based on these issues and other factors, I’ve decided to enter this race for a seat on our Board of Directors.

And, with your help, I can win.

Just look at what you'll get when you vote for our team:

Once elected, here are the goals that I have for this community: • Replace our management company ($128,315 a month, really?)

• Reduce our budget to maintain the affordability of our development • Improve the maintenance services to our cooperators and to our commercial tenants • Improve the visibility of our Public Safety force • Develop new marketing methods to fill up our vacant apartments and commercial spaces.

Also, I promise that I will do my best to work with everyone here to improve every aspect of Co-op City. So, please vote for me.

Thank you.

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Frank Belcher

William Craft

Dr. Amrendra Singh

• Replace our 14-year management company • Reduce our budget to maintain the affordability of our development • Improve the maintenance services to our cooperators and to our commercial tenants • Improve the visibility of our Public Safety force • Develop new marketing methods to fill up our vacant apartments and commercial spaces

Please help us to win this election.

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Vote for the Progress in Motion Team to Keep Co-op City Moving Forward

Leslie Peterson Co-op City improved the quality of life for many people by offering affordable housing to middle income families.

My teammates were instrumental in seeing that accomplished and now it is time to move forward and make our community a competitive entity by generating revenues through new and innovative ideas that will help us accomplish this goal. We have a shared interest in finding the best way to manage efficiently without cutting services. This community continues to have amazing potential and with collaborative efforts, we can progress further.

Communication is the key to building partnerships and enhancing the Co-op experience for shareholders. There are projects that are proposed in and around Co-op City that will have a profound impact on our quality of life. It is important that we focus on tomorrow, today and create our OWN future. I am passionate about our community and know that this is a great place to live.

There have been many improvements completed in Co-op City. It is quite a task for the largest complex in the nation.

Moving forward, you want a knowledgeable person who will promote policies

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• Successfully obtained $621M refinancing loan guaranteed by HUD under administration of President Atkins saving Co-op City millions in future interest payments

• Will continue improving co-generation plant which has made Co-op City energy self-sufficient, and has saved over $18M a year and procedures that elevate services, fulfill our financial responsibility and maintain the quality of life.

The most important elections you can participate in are those directly affecting your community. Together, we can make necessary changes by commanding attention from our elected officials but it requires your vote in May and in future elections. Commit to take a few minutes of your time to participate in your future.

I want you to be a part of the process.

Vote for Progress in Motion: Leslie Peterson, Helen Atkins, Ray Tirado, William “Bill” Gordon and Emanuel Armfield. Shareholders, we are a powerhouse; Exercise your strength, VOTE!

Leslie Peterson

• Promises to upgrade and streamline Restoration Department process to ensure repairs are made in a timely, responsible manner

• Pledges to keep Co-op City a safe and affordable place to live

VOTE FOR ME AND MY RUNNING MATES

Raymond Tirado

William “Bill” Gordon

Emanuel Armfield

Helen Atkins

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Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATIVE TO THE RIVERBAY CORPORATION’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION AND THE ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS MEETING GOVERNED BY RIVERBAY CORPORATION BY-LAWS WEDNESDAY MAY 22, 2013.

A. G E NE R AL RUL E S 1. The election of Directors of Riverbay Corporation and the Annual Shareholders Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, (hereafter "Election Day"), beginning at 6:00 a.m. and ending at 9:00 p.m. In addition, the Election Committee reserves the right to extend voting hours.

2. The election will be for five residents to serve on the Board of Directors and as many as needed to fill unexpired terms.

3. The Riverbay Board Election Committee shall be established during the month of January in any calendar year. a) The election shall be supervised by a Riverbay Board Election Committee (hereinafter "Committee"). b) The Chairman of the Committee shall be a member of the Riverbay Board of Directors, (hereinafter "Board") who is not a candidate in the election. c) The Chairman and Committee shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board. All members shall be resident shareholders of Co-op City. d) The Committee shall be assisted by the Corporation's General Counselor an attorney retained by the Corporation's Board of Directors. e) No member of the Committee or their immediate family shall in any way engage in any campaigning either for or against a candidate or slate of candidates.

Committee members shall, to the extent reasonably possible, refrain from publicly commenting upon any issue in the campaign, and shall not engage in any activity which may create the appearance of partiality. Members of the Committee who are also members of the Corporation's Board of Directors shall refrain from writing viewpoints during the period of time preceding the certification of candidates and the date of the election. f) A member of the Committee who violates the provisions of paragraph "e" or whose family member violates the provisions of paragraph "e" shall immediately be removed from the Committee. g) Nothing contained herein shall be construed as limiting a member of the Committee or a member of his/her immediate family from signing a nominating petition or voting.

4. There will be one vote per unit by residents who were shareholders on April 1, 2013.

5. Voting will be on May 22. 2013 by voting machines supplied by the Board of Elections. One voting machine will be placed in each of the 65 lobbies that compromise Co-op City from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

B . R UL E S F O R E L I G I B I L I T Y O F C ANDI DAT E S 1. A candidate must be a resident share-

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holder as indicated on the candidate's stock certificate, occupancy agreement and the current Occupants Annual Affidavit of Family Income and must continue to reside in Co-op City for the entire term of office in order to serve as a Director.

2. No more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may be a candidate for the Board of Directors; and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may serve as a Director.

3. No candidate may be indebted to the Corporation when picking up petitions; on the date they are certified; on the date votes are counted; and must remain current throughout the election period until the candidate is sworn in if elected, for unpaid carrying charges or other debts to the Corporation. If a candidate is indebted to the Corporation on any of these days, the candidate will be disqualified. At the close of business on the date the petition period ends and weekly thereafter, Riverbay's Finance Director will provide a written list to the Chair of the Election Committee of all candidates' indebtedness to the Corporation, if any.

For the purpose herein, a candidate who is current on a written arrearage agreement shall be considered current on charges to the Corporation if such candidate is not otherwise indebted to the Corporation. No candidate shall have felony convictions or

convictions of misdemeanors involving moral turpitude.

4. It is inappropriate for any person or entity doing business, or soliciting business with the Corporation, including present or prospective managing agents and contractors, vendors, professionals, unions, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies to make campaign contributions or pay campaign expenses, whether in cash or in-kind, of persons running for the Board of Directors of a housing company.

Directors of a corporation act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the corporation, and are required to place the corporation's interest above their personal interests.

Accepting campaign contributions from parties who contract with the corporation creates at least an appearance of a conflict of interest and, in most circumstances, an actual conflict as well. Any candidate who knowingly accepts campaign contributions or payment of campaign expenses, direct or indirect, in cash or in-kind from any person or entity doing business or soliciting business from the Corporation, including but not limited to the managing agent, or any vendor, union, professional or contractor, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such compa(Continued on next page)

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Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations nies, will be disqualified.

C . RUL E S F OR C E RT I F I C AT I ON OF C ANDI DAT E S 1. Official Petition Forms (hereinafter "Petition"), in the form attached hereto as Exhibit I, will be distributed to candidates at Riverbay Corporation's administration office, starting on Monday, March 18, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. Prospective candidates will also receive a copy of these Election Rules and Regulations (hereinafter "Rules"), and a copy of an agreement in the form attached hereto as Exhibit 2.

Prospective candidates are required to pick up their own petition materials.

2. a) The name of each candidate on a Petition and on the ballot must correspond to the name of the candidate as it appears on his/her occupancy agreement and signature card, or the name by which each candidate is commonly known. b) Each candidate's name and address must appear on the Petition sheet both at the time it is being circulated for signatures and at the time it is submitted. c) No Petition shall be left in a commercial establishment located in Co-op City, nor shall any employee of such establishment circulate a petition in such establishment. This shall not preclude a cooperator who is employed in such a commercial establishment from circulating Petitions during the period when he/she is not working, or is outside of the premises of such establishment.

3. In order to be nominated, a candidate shall submit a Petition containing the signatures of at least seventy five (75) resident shareholders (one per unit) within the time specified in these Rules. Each resident shareholder may sign the Petition of more than one candidate, but no more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may sign the Petition of anyone candidate, with the earliest dated signature of a unit to be counted. In order to be verifiable, each signature should appear as it does on the shareholder's occupancy agreement, along with an address and/or building number and apartment number.

Signatures that cannot be verified will be eliminated.

4. In order to assist the candidates in obtaining signatures correctly, each candidate will be given a list of building addresses containing corresponding building numbers with the petition package.

5. Completed Petitions must be returned to Riverbay no later than 5:00 p.m., on Monday, April 1, 2013. The Committee will designate an official or officials to receive the Petitions. A receipt will be issued for each Petition filed.

6. No set of Petitions will be accepted unless filed with an executed copy of the agreement attached hereto as Exhibit 2, acknowledging the candidate's receipt of these Rules and the candidate's agreement to abide by the Rules. If a candidate fails to provide such agreement to the Committee, the set of Petitions will not be valid, and the candidate shall be disqualified.

7. The Committee will certify Petitions as valid or reject them as invalid by 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.

Notice of the Committee's certification will be published in the Co-op City Times within ten days thereafter.

8. The Committee shall hold a briefing

on the Rules for all candidates or their designees immediately after the random drawing called for under Section E, Paragraph 8.

D. C AM PAI G NI NG STANDAR DS O F C O NDUC T 1. No audio and/or video equipment may be used in Co-op City by candidates or by those campaigning for candidates in connection with the election.

2. The posting of all campaign signs, literature and other material (posters, gummed stickers, etc.) in Co-op City is prohibited except on personal property, with the owner's permission. Campaign flyers may not be posted in commercial establishments within Co-op City.

Residents, employees, and all candidates and their supporters may remove any improperly posted material as a service to Co-op City, and the Committee will cause a notice to this effect to be published in the Co-op City Times.

3. Except for the material prepared and published by Riverbay as described herein, all literature used or distributed by or for a candidate must include the name, address, or post office box of the person or organization who issued such literature, and in the case of an organization, the name of the chairperson or treasurer.

4. Campaign literature may be slipped under apartment doors between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., and campaign handouts are permitted.

5. The unauthorized use of the Riverbay logo in any form is prohibited for use in or on campaign materials.

(Resolution #93-96).

6. No member of the Election Committee, Riverbay Board of Directors, Riverbay employees, Riverbay's Management Staff or contractor can participate in any prize(s) approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors during its election.

E . USE O F C O -OP C I T Y FAC I L I T I E S F O R C AM PAI G N AC T I VI T I E S 1. There shall be two official candidates' forums. One forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 in Auditorium B, Dreiser Center, at 7:30 p.m. The second forum shall take place on Monday, May 13, 2013 in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 45, at 7:30 p.m.

No person, other than authorized Riverbay personnel, must use audio or video equipment at either forum.

All certified candidates will be invited to participate in the forum. If a candidate cannot attend the forum, and the candidate provides the Election Committee Chairman with the reason for non-attendance, the Committee Chairman, with the permission of the candidate, may announce the reason to the audience.

2. In addition to the official candidates' forum, the Committee urges that community groups and building associations sponsor meetings in building organization rooms or community center meeting rooms, which will be provided by the Corporation without charge for the benefit of all candidates. Unless all candidates are invited to attend and participate in these meetings, the highest applicable rate for the use of such facilities must be paid in advance to Riverbay Corporation, and the sponsors of such meetings shall be responsible for payment. In the event the space is not subject to a standard rate

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structure, such as in the case of a building meeting room, a fiat use fee of $100.00 will be charged. Community groups and Building Associations requesting to host a candidates' meeting must submit a written request to the Chair of the Election Committee beginning 9:00 am, Monday, April 1st, 2013 and no later than 5:00 pm on Monday, April 23, 2013. Approval of all such requests must be made by the Chair of the Election Committee. Only one such meeting per day will be authorized on a first come, first serve basis.

3. The use of any outdoor space owned

by Riverbay for public gatherings related to the election is prohibited.

4. No candidate or organization may use the facilities of Riverbay Corporation for campaign activities, except as provided herein, unless applicable rates for the use of such facilities have been paid in advance to the Corporation, and unless all candidates can be provided with equal access to such facilities or services.

5. At no cost, Riverbay will publish pictures of each candidate and three different narrative statements or articles by each candidate in three successive issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, May 4, 2013 issue. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All candidates' articles will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right to delete any material which in its opinion contains libelous statements, personal attacks, or material misstatement of fact.

6. In conjunction with the statements described herein, Riverbay will also publish at no charge a 1/4 page campaign ad by each candidate in three successive issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, May 4, 2013 issue. The same ad will be used in each of the three issues and will appear opposite each candidate's article for that week. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All ad copy will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right to delete any material, which in its opinion constitutes a libelous statement, personal attack, or material misstatement of fact.

7. a) Campaigning by candidates or their supporters may not begin until the day after the candidates' meeting is held, pursuant to Section E, Paragraph 8. b) Starting on the day candidates are certified and continuing during the period of the campaigning, Board members who are not running for election shall be free to continue to write Viewpoints of a "nonpolitical" nature except that they may endorse candidates in one viewpoint only.

It shall not be deemed to be "political" for a non-candidate Board member to describe the activities and achievements of the Board as a whole, including the activities of any incumbent candidates. In the event the Board as a whole wishes to publish a joint Viewpoint, it may do so, but only if the Viewpoint has been unanimously approved by the full Board. c) Information of an operation, maintenance or emergency of a non-political nature may be published by the General Manager during this period oftime. d) In the event that an article appears in a publication other than the Riverbay

sponsored publication, which is currently titled the "Co-op City Times," in which the actions of the Board as a whole, or of an individual Board member are challenged, a Board member shall have the right to respond to such challenge, without regard to whether the Board member is a candidate in the election and without regard to the political nature of the comment. e) The same right shall apply to candidates who are not members of the Board of Directors.

8. A candidates meeting shall be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 8:00 pm, in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31.

Only certified candidates or their written designee may attend this meeting. A random drawing will be made to determine the order of placement of candidate statements and free campaign ads in each of the three election issues of the Co-op City Times and the order of speakers at the candidates' forum.

The drawing for order of speakers will also determine the relative position of each candidate's name on a ballot. Names on the ballot will automatically rotate.

9. Campaign ads other than those provided by Riverbay may be placed in the Co-op City Times but must be paid in full by money order or certified check at least 48 hours before the normal deadline of an issue. The Committee will review all paid campaign ads prior to publication and reserves the right to reject any copy which, in its sole judgment, contains libelous statements, personal attacks or material misstatement of fact.

10. The election of a Board of Directors is a right of residents of Co-op City. Employees living in Co-op City are encouraged to exercise their rights as residents of the community during the Board of Directors election within the scope of this policy. All Riverbay employees are reminded that as employees they have a duty of loyalty to Riverbay and should not engage in any activity which raises the appearance of impropriety.

Participation in the electoral process must not interfere with employees' work duties. All employees shall refrain from engaging in any activity that might be construed as an attempt to abuse their positions as employees for the purpose of influencing the outcome of the election.

Examples of acts that may be deemed to be an abuse of an employee position include: soliciting donations for particular candidate(s), distributing campaign material for or against particular candidate(s), or engaging in any other activity that may reasonably be viewed as an abuse of position.

Non-resident employees and employee groups and organizations are prohibited from participation in the electoral process.

Candidates who encourage, accept, or knowingly benefit from such prohibited participation are subject to disqualification by the Committee.

This policy does not affect employees' right to engage in other concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection, or their right to refrain from any or all such activities.

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Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations F. BAL L OT I NG AND C E RT I F I C AT I O N 1. Voting will be by machine and by absentee ballot and by paper ballot in the event that a machine breaks down or the voting is laid over beyond May 22, 2013, in order to achieve a quorum.

2. The Election Committee shall certify to the Board of Directors the names of the candidates who have been elected, as follows: (a) The five candidates who have received the highest number of votes will be certified to the Board as having been elected to full three-year terms. (b) The candidate receiving the sixth highest vote shall be certified as having been elected to a vacant Board seat, ifany, which will have the longest unexpired term. (c) The Committee shall continue the certification of candidates by certifying the candidate with the next highest vote for each vacancy by the longest unexpired terms, if necessary, until all vacant seats on the Board are filled.

3. Each candidate will be allowed to have one resident observer present at the tallying of the votes.

Candidates wishing such representation must submit to the Committee the name of the observer along with their petitions. The observer shall not interfere in any way with the tallying procedures.

4. The Board of Elections of the City ofNew York will assist the Corporation with the election for directors, in accordance with the governance of the New York State Election Law, Chapter #3-224, which permits the opportunity for such entities as Riverbay Corporation to utilize voting machines supplied by the Board of Elections of the City of New York and Chapter #3-506.2 which pertains to the scope of other auxiliary support services available.

5. One voting machine will be placed in the lobby of each of the sixty-five (65) lobbies of the buildings that comprise Co-op City, thereby facilitating the election of certified candidates to the Corporation's Board of Directors on May 22, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

6. (a) The primary source of hiring of Inspectors shall be from a listing of Riverbay Corporation shareholders.

Additional source shall be from The New York City Board of Election list. (b) Training sessions are to be given to ensure qualifications for working at the polls. No priority is to be given to individuals who have previously worked the polls unless they pass the training session. (c) A minimum of (4) classes of at least 150 participants will be necessary for training classes. All Inspectors shall attend their session in order to receive enumerations.

7. The Corporation's public safety officers will be responsible for maintaining control over the election results at the close of the voting time period by securing and delivering the sealed voting record from each voting machine after it is tallied and sealed by the designated poll worker to the Corporation's administrative offices for collection and counting.

8. The Corporation will produce a computer generated register list of shareholders' signatures for each building in order to accept shareholders as duly

authorized to cast a vote and to permit their signatures to be validated. Riverbay will instruct poll workers on the proper procedure to accept or challenge a shareholder's right to vote. The register list will contain a sample of the signature for each shareholder organized by apartment or unit number. At each voting place, a number of written ballots will be available for use in the event there is a defect or breakdown in the voting machines. The paper ballot will be deposited into a box for paper ballots. In addition, the shareholder should sign the register and the poll worker will note after the shareholder's signature the letter "F', standing for paper ballot. In this way, the count of the voting machine plus the paper submitted should equal the number of shareholders who have signed the voting register.

There shall be signatures of two (2) Inspectors on envelopes produced for emergency ballots. These envelopes should be checked for legibility of voter name and apartment. Absentee ballots shall have signatures of person who receives them.

9. The Riverbay Election Committee will provide procedures for obtaining and returning absentee ballots.

These procedures will be contained in the notice of shareholders meeting which will be published in the Co-op City Times in a prominent and conspicuous place.

No absentee or paper ballot will be opened until all other ballots have been counted. No absentee or paper ballot will be opened until the register lists from each building have been returned to the Corporation's administrative office and an election worker has determined that the absentee shareholder has not voted at a voting machine. In the event an absentee or paper ballot is received for a shareholder who has also voted at a voting machine, the absentee or paper ballot will be set apart and not opened and counted.

All papers produced by Election Committee during the separations of building envelopes shall be saved until official count.

10. The Board of Elections of the City of New York will have no direct involvement with the candidates except for offering them and all interested parties an opportunity to visit the Board of Elections of the City of New York to inspect the machines and look at the rotated name placement of candidates in the machines.

Any challenges to the process will be accepted through the Election Committee's system of handling inquiries and challenges posed by a shareholder or candidate. Those in charge of Inspectors (Coordinators) shall verify all polling forms which shall be submitted at the end of voting time by shareholders for completeness and legibility.

11. Each slate of candidates and each independent candidate will be entitled to have up to five resident poll watchers observing the balloting procedure.

Independent candidates and slates of candidates wishing such representation must submit to the Committee the names of such poll watchers along with their Petitions. The poll watchers shall not interfere in any way with the voting procedures. Photo identification will be issued by the Corporation for each poll

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watcher.

12. Voting machines and paper ballots will not be opened until it has been determined that a quorum exists.

In the event that it has been determined that a quorum does not exist, pursuant to Article II, Section 6 of the Corporation's By-laws, the meeting shall be laid over and continued for a period of not more than eight (8) days for the sole purpose of conducting, counting and reporting the vote. The vote from the machines will be sealed at the end of voting at approximately 9:00 p.m. on May 22, 2013, and secured by the Corporation's Public Safety Officers if a quorum is not reached. Commencing Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 8:00 a.m., paper ballots will be available in the building lobbies through Riverbay's poll workers for eligible shareholders who did not vote on May 22, 2013.

If a quorum is not achieved within the eight days of the "laid over" meeting, then pursuant to Article 11, Section 4 (Quorum) of the by-laws, the Secretary shall notify the shareholders of the time and place of an adjourned meeting which shall be held within 20 days from the eighth day of the meeting at which a quorum did not attend, by sending a notice as required by Section 3 of Article II of the Corporation's By-laws. The Election Committee will maintain an official list of the candidates and of the vote count. The Election Committee will tally the votes and certify the count. Upon completion of the tally, the Election Committee will provide the Board an official list of candidates and of the vote count. The results of the election will be posted in the three community centers by 5:00 p.m. on May 30, 2013, and published in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

G . DI SQ UAL I F I C AT I O N O F C ANDI DAT E S F O R M I SC O NDUC T 1. The Committee may recommend the disqualification of a candidate for violation of these rules, or impose an administrative charge, not in excess of the actual administrative cost to the cooperative of $300.00 on any candidate or any other resident that it determines, after a hearing in accordance with the Rules as set forth in "H" below, has violated, or caused or knowingly permitted others to violate these Rules. Such fee will be charged to the appropriate resident shareholder as follows: a) Notification of the Election Committee's decision will be hand delivered to the candidate by Riverbay's Department of Public Safety or ifnot home, left under the candidate's apartment door. b) Upon receipt of the notification of a fine, the candidate is indebted to the Corporation and payment is due at the bookkeeping office located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, along with a copy of the notice by 5:00 pm on the second business day following delivery of the notice by Public Safety.

2. Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee, pursuant to Section G (1) above, and may, within ten (l0) days of the notice by Public Safety, request a review of such determination by the Riverbay Corporation Cooperator Appeals Committee.

H . C H AL L E NG E S T O VOT I NG

R E SULT S 1. Any resident may challenge the certification of a candidate for election irregularities or qualifications by notifying the Chair of the Election Committee of the challenge, clo Legal Department. The notice of challenge must be in writing.

Such letter must set forth the reason for the challenge. This letter must be delivered by hand to the Legal Department by 5:00 p.m., on Thursday, May 30. 2013.

Should the Committee find the challenge to be without merit, it may dispense with a hearing and reject the challenge. If, after reviewing the notice of the challenge, the Committee determines that the challenge sets forth substantial questions concerning the certification of any candidate or candidates, then the Committee may hold a formal hearing to review the challenge.

These hearings shall be scheduled with prior notice to the challenger and the candidates whose certifications are being challenged. The hearing shall take place no later than three days after the Committee's receipt of the challenge. The Chairperson may request a member recuse him/her self from the hearing if such committee member has a conflict of interest.

2. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Committee, the challenger or candidate whose certification is being challenged (hereafter party or parties) may submit affidavits (to the Chairman of the Election Committee), setting forth the charges and facts. Such affidavits shall be delivered by hand to the opposing party's home address. At the hearing, either patty may present testimony supporting their position.

No witness will be allowed to present evidence except under oath as administered by the Chairperson of the Committee. No witness will be called on behalf of a challenger, unless the challenger has submitted an affidavit from the witness prior to such testimony and served it upon the candidate in the manner as set forth above. Challenger will also be required to appear at such hearing at the same time that the witness must appear.

At any hearing, the General Counsel to the Corporation or any attorney designated by the General Counsel, shall be present to advise the Committee, and any candidate or resident participant shall be entitled to be represented by counsel of his or her own choice at his or her own expense.

3. At such hearing, the Committee Chairperson shall be the presiding officer and shall make any ruling with respect to procedure. In the event a member of the Committee who is present shall dispute such a ruling by the Chair, the Chair may be overruled by a majority vote of those members present. After testimony by a witness for either party, the opposing party shall have the right to question the witness.

4. At the conclusion of such hearing, the Committee may disqualify the candidate for a violation of these Rules, apply other sanctions as set forth in Section G (I) of these Rules, or dismiss the charges brought. In order to disqualify a candidate, such violation must be deemed to be (Continued on next page)

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material by the Committee in light of the number of votes cast for the candidate and the number cast in the election.

If a candidate who is disqualified received one of the highest vote counts, the candidate shall be ineligible to take office. The candidate who received the next highest count will be certified to the Board in his or her place. (If more than one candidate is disqualified, the next candidate or candidates with the highest vote will be certified).

5. The decision of the Committee shall constitute the final determination on the qualification of a candidate, and the Committee shall report any such disqualification to the Board of Directors

promptly in writing, stating the reasons therefor. The Board of Directors, by majority vote, shall determine whether or not it shall confirm the Committee's determination. The Committee shall certify the elected candidates to the Board of Directors of Riverbay Corporation. If there are no charges brought against the five candidates with the highest vote totals, such certification will be made immediately after the time to file a challenge has expired.

If a challenge is brought against one or more candidates, then the Committee shall certify the candidates after the Committee has made its determination.

Should the Committee fail to certify candidates, or to fill all the vacancies within ten days after election day for any reason,

then the Board of Directors shall call a new election among the previously qualified candidates within thirty days, as it determines.

6. The Committee may call for a recount of all ballots cast, if it is determined by the Committee that such an action is warranted. Such recount of the ballots must be complete and the result certified by the Committee within four days of the date the Committee determines such recount is necessary. The results of this recount, upon certification by the Committee, will constitute the final election results.

7. The Committee may call for a new election if the Committee has determined that material irregularities cast doubt on the election results, or in the event the

number of votes cast did not constitute the legally required quorum. Such a new election must take place in accordance with these rules on a date within thirty days after the final decision on the challenge and such election held among the previously qualified candidates. * These Election Rules were unanimously approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors.

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

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

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our midweek worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, May 15 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held monthly at 7:30 p.m. We invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, May 14.

On Sunday, May 19 at our 11 a.m. service, we will cel-

ebrate the Pastor’s Aide Ministry anniversary. The guest speaker will be Rev. James Thornton, Pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Brooklyn, NY. We invite all to attend this uplifting service.

On Sunday, May 26, at our 11 a.m. service, we will celebrate the anniversary of the Praise Dance Ministry.

We invite all to this celebration as Jesus is lifted up in praise.

The First Lady’s Ministry presents A Gospel Brunch on Saturday, June 1 at 10:30 a.m. featuring The Ecstatistics. The brunch will be held here in the Einstein Center, Room 45. Donation for adults is $25 and for children 6-12 years old is $5. For tickets or additional information, call 718-862-9243, 646-842-248 or 718-3203774.

The Scholarship Ministry is on the move again and they are inviting you to join them on August 11, as they travel to Chicago. This 6 night/7 day trip includes 10

meals (6 breakfasts and 4 dinners), motor coach transportation and lodging. We will visit the historic Navy Pier, the world class Shedd Aquarium, the DeSable Museum of African American History and many other sights. The cost of the trip is $650 double occupancy. A partial payment due immediately. For additional information, call 718-320-3774.

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.

—H a t t ie L . L u ca s

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, interracial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-7344058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money you make? 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 n d a y Sch ed u le: Adult Bible Study - 9:05 -10:15 a.m.

Prayer, Meditation and Devotion - 10:15 a.m.

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

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

Scr iptur e R ea ding for the Week: Book of Ruth 1:1-16 T h ou gh t for M ot h er ' s Da y: Advice from a Mother: "Yesterday is a cashed check; tomorrow is a promissory note; today is cash on hand - So use it - Invest it."

Week ly Act ivit ies – Every person is welcomed.

Bereavement Group - Mondays at 6:15 p.m. All sessions are confidential!

Bible Study - Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Smith will be teaching on the subject, “Living in the Spirit."

Comparison or the Resurrection and Passover.

Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Channel 70, Bronxnet.

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-9255052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance. Here's how you can help: WE NEED NONPERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc...Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church, Mon., 6:00 p.m.

- 8:00 p.m. or Sun morning, 9:00 - 10:00. Thank you and God bless you all! For more information, call Dr. Smith, 917-734-4058.

Up com in g E ven t s: All are invited!

Sat., May 11 - Brothers Cooking for Mothers. PreMother's Day luncheon, noon - 3 p.m. in Room 4.

Donation: Adults, $20; children, $10.

Sun., May 12 - Mother's Day. Special Guest Preacher, Rev. Beverly Spruill, gifted woman of God will touch our lives with the word of God. —R ev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm it h , J r.

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. All are welcome.

Week ly Sch edu le: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

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

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately

after service on the 1st Sunday of each month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 12, when we will celebrate The Seventh Sunday of Easter, as well as Mother’s Day. Fundr a ising Activit ies: Saturday, June 22 - St. Joseph’s Sixth Annual Luncheon will take place at Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Road in the Bronx. The event, which starts at 12:00 p.m., features a cocktail reception and a rolling bar. Tickets are $75 p.p.

Saturday, August 10 - Day trip to the Sight & Sound

Theatre to see “NOAH.” The bus trip includes an all-you-can eat buffet lunch and discount shopping at Rockvale Outlets Mall. Adult tickets are $125 and children under 12, $100.

Payment plan options are available.

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of —M . C ha mber s the wicked.” (Psalm 97:10)

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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 u r ch Sch edu le Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday

at 10:00 a.m.

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

O t h er Sch edu led E vent s Saturday, July 13—CPC Tours’ Annual Lobsterfest at the Nordic Lodge, Charlestown, RI, home of the Giant Viking buffet. Includes visit to Foxwoods Casino. Cost per person: $140. For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 671-1182.

Wednesday, July 17—Friday, July 19 Join the Shepherd’s Ministry for some great fun and relaxation on their Annual Delaware Tour. Tour includes: deluxe accommodations at the Dover Hotel; All you can eat Crabfeast at Old Mill Crab House; Festival Buffet Lunch and two breakfasts at Dover Downs, shopping spree at Rehoboth Beach Outlets; bag-

gage handling. Cost per person $395/double occupancy; $497/single. For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 652-2906 or (347) 309-8787.

August 29 - September 2—Come join the Nurses’ Ministry on their fantastic 4-day Cruise to St. John, Canada, leaving from the “Big Apple!” Price: Inside Cabin - $750; Ocean View - $860; Balcony - $930. Initial deposit: $150. For additional information, call Joyce Fowler (718) 671-7935 or Travel Arranger Monica Smith (212) 497-7674.

September 23-27 - Come away with the Women’s Guild on a fabulous 5-day vacation at the Pine Grove Dude Ranch situated in the picturesque foothills of the Catskills Mountains. Trip includes: deluxe round trip motor coach transportation; 4 nights’ accommodations at the Dude Ranch; 3 all you can eat meals daily; fun fest parties,

2-hour boat cruise on the Hudson River, nightly entertainment, social programs, indoor and outdoor activities and many more amenities. Cost per person: $585/double; single supplement of $75 additional.

For reservations and additional information, call (718) 671-5961; 320-2608; 379-7867; 320-1435.

From our church family to mothers everywhere, a happy and blessed Mother’s Day. We pray that God will bless you on your special day and may the light of His love shine on you today, tomorrow, and always.

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

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Pastor Fernando Figueroa and Pastor Thomas Garrett and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana Marcos extend an invitation for you to come together and celebrate the day that the Lord has made, worshipping his precious and holy name. “...But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and

mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired...” - Isaiah 40: 31 If we wait upon the Lord, He will renew our strength. We can spread our wings and soar high as eagles do.

Though at times we can feel weary and faint, God strengthens us with His power, and He renews us. We don’t have to let our circumstances overwhelm us

and keep us down unable to see beyond it. If we look up to God, committing our ways to Him and giving over our cares, we can rise up and soar above our circumstances. We then will be able to run and not be weary, and to walk and not faint or become tired.

If you are feeling exhausted and weary and in need of an energy boost, give it over to God and continue to give it over.

Allow Him to strengthen you so you can

soar above it.

If you rise up and soar as eagles do, Your circumstances won’t overwhelm you.

C H UR C H HO UR S: Sp a n ish Tuesday: Service 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 p.m.

347-275-5500.

God bless you, and may the Lord’s face shine upon you.

—P a st or s F igu er oa /Ga r r et t

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Reflections

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

Shavous, which we celebrate Tuesday evening, May 14th; Wednesday and Thursday, May 15th & May 16th, has a basic message to the festival’s celebrants and to humanity. As the Festival of the Giving of the Law, it is dominated by the Decalogue, the Ten Commandments.

Therefore, the message is not for the Jews alone, but for those who now share in having received the Ten Commandments, the Decalogue which commands people to be human.

Therefore, in the giving there is the obligation of the taking and accepting.

Perhaps the gravest of problems is in the failure to achieve the latter.

Human beings have been given a code of laws, a guide for honorable living, to respect human values. The Ten Commandments carry responsibility to

make people aware of life’s values, to respect the dignity of man. They call for a society that abhors terror and murder. It is in such a society that anything responsible for the sacrifice of life, under any circumstances, would be deplored and could not even be atoned for.

If the laws had not been broken constantly, there might be a lesser reason for emphasis on Shavous as a major festival for Jews, as a carrier of a message for moral and human values to humanity.

In all these aspects, there is the guidance in the sacred text, the Decalogue, that has become the property of mankind. It demands adherence to the human and moral values that retain the respect of mankind.

They were ‘given’ and there is the expected ‘acceptance’. In the ‘taking’ lies as much glory as in the ‘giving.’

Young Israel of Co-op City Sch ed u le of Sh avu os Ser vices Young Israel of Co-op City will usher in the holiday at Shavuos commemorating the giving of the Ten Commandments on Tuesday evening, May 14th, at 8 p.m.

Young Israel’s spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon Berl, will officiate and deliver the festival sermons.

Services on Wednesday morning, May 15th, will begin at 9 a.m.

Wednesday evening services will commence at 8 p.m., Thursday, May 16th, services begin at 9 a.m.

PUBLIC YIZKOR MEMORIAL SERVICES WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY, MAY 16th AT 10 A.M. Rabbi Berl and the members of Young Israel welcome all to our services and wish everyone a meaningful, delightful holiday.

Baychester Visual Arts Association Painting is a wonderful talent and you can learn to paint and draw and discover talent you never knew existed with expert instruction from Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist. Lessons are given at a very low cost.

Classes are held every Tuesday in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 5.

There are 2 sessions to choose from: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10 lessons is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who avail themselves of this opportunity. Our next session started on Tuesday, April 30th.

We will be having our June library exhibit at the Baychester Library with the theme being “Land and Sea.” Our paintings will be on display from June 1st until June 29th at the library in celebration of Bronx Month. All members of BVA can take part in this library show. On June 29th, we will have an outdoor art show located at the Bartow mall which gives people an opportunity to look at the artwork and purchase paintings.

Come and join BVA and you’ll be glad you did. For more information about our classes, please call Mr. Groves at 201-8620847 or K. Klaus at 719-379-6074.

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

—Sylvia L och a n sky

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number) 1-718-3796920.

Not e: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, May 17, is before 7:42 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, May 11, at 8:48 p.m.

S.O .S. Urgent! Calling all Jewish men to make a Minyon.

M en , you a r e n eed ed for a M in yon .

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

Thank you!

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

C om in g E ven t s: Saturday, May 11 at 9:00 a.m. – Join us in prayer and remain for the Mother’s Day and Yom Yerushalayim Kiddish (Jersalem Reunification Day).

Tuesday, May 14 - Erev Shavuot Candle lighting is 7:46 p.m.

Wednesday, May 15 - First day

Shavuot - Morning services, 9:00 a.m.

Candle lighting is 8:52 p.m.

Thursday, May 16 - Second day Shavuot Morning services is 9:00 a.m. YISKOR services at 11:00 a.m.

Sunday, May 19 at 1:00 p.m. - The Shule sponsors an afternoon of Bingo.

The cost of $3 per person includes admission, snacks and refreshments.

Come to us and have an afternoon of fun.

G ood a n d Welfa r e: We offer sincere condolences to Martin Linder on the loss of his beloved sister, Irene Sherman. May you and the Sherman family know no more sorrow.

Sincere happy birthday wishes to Elias Kalman on May 7th.

All women are invited to join the Sisterhood. The dues for 2013 are $18 annually.

Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15 per tree. For more information, you can call Mimi at 1347-427-4526. We can accommodate you.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy, painless and complete recovery in double quick time.

Your help is always appreciated.

Thank you.

Shalom!

M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsk y —M

Baychester Library Association Once again as spring approaches, we are planning our annual book sale. We will start accepting donations on May 13th. All sorts of books, including novels, mysteries, biographies, how-to books, children’s and teens materials are welcome. All books should be in good condition. Someone at the front desk at the library will be able to accept your donations.

The actual book sale is scheduled for June 15th at Bartow in front of the library. All proceeds will be used for programs and improvements at our own neighborhood branch. We look forward to the same support you have given us in previous years.

Happy reading to all!

—H elen Top a l

Not ice of n on -d eliver y of t h e Co-op City Times The Co-op City Times is the official newspaper of the residents of Co-op City.

It is distributed to every residential building and townhouse cluster on Saturdays.

If you do not receive the paper, it is imperative that you call the distributor between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at (646) 261-1761 or 347-440-6377. You should also contact the Co-op City Times office at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375, or email us at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com, to notify us so that we can follow-up with the distributor to ensure that the situation is rectified, especially if it is an ongoing problem.

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Pentecostal Tabernacle The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to worship with them at 120 Bentley Pl., Building 24.

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

Worship service starts at 11:30 a.m.

Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning starting at 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Youth service will be held every Friday evening at 7 p.m.

Ha p p y M ot h er ’s Da y to all mothers.

F OC US: God’s guidance preserves the soul and points the way to bring deliverance, integrity, and uprightness.

The meek will He guide in judgment

and the meek will He teach His way.

All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.

What man is he who feareth the Lord?

Him shall he teach in the way what he shall choose. His soul shall dwell at ease, and his seed shall inherit the earth.

Psalm 25:9-10, 12-13.

A r eq u est for gu id a n ce: To receive guidance, we must be willing to follow the instruction of the Lord.

We must look heavenward, placing our trust and confidence in the only true God. Although God knows our needs before we ask him, he desires that we petition Him in prayer. By seeking God through prayer, we acknowledge our love and

dependence upon a holy God who is able to meet all our needs.

When we are in distress, we often feel deserted by friends and family. David felt desolate and solitary; he had been forced to flee from King Saul leaving behind Jonathan, his dearest and most trusted friend, also his wife and family.

With no one to lean on but God, his sorrows caused him to become melancholy and troubled in mind and spirit. He desperately implored God to turn towards him in mercy. When we dwell on our troubles they seem to grow larger.

David experienced this feeling and poured out his soul unto God, therefore, we all have the same privilege to call on God for help and he will deliver us from

all our troubles.

If you feel like all hopes are gone, and your friends have forsaken you just look to the Lord He will deliver you.

Let us keep our hearts clean and pure before God each day, and learn to love our enemies as the Lord told us in Matthew 5:44-45 But I say unto you love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.

That ye may be the children of your father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.

For further information, call 718-3240334.

—R ev. R . Sibb lies

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

(Sundays).

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

Week ly Wor ship E xper ien ces: 6:00 p.m. - Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

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

C h u r ch M ot t o: “We are Christ-centered, family-focused with power and authority.”

C h u r ch M ission : To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and

girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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

Join us tomorrow for Easter Worship at 9:30 a.m. We are excited to observe the Resurrection of the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ!

Faith leaders and community against violence formed after the January 13th double youth shooting in Section 5. Join us and call to find out how we can and are willing to help you!! PRAYER WALKS EVERY SATURDAY AT 3 P.M. IN EVERY SECTION.

Today, May 11, from 4-6 p.m., Bartow, Room 31, join faith leaders and community against violence as 45th Precinct Officer Rabbit presents to the community a workshop on Crime Prevention. She will also share a new initiative to locate stolen or lost cell phones.

S.T.E .M . Su m m er Aca d em y for 6week s (J u ly 8-Au gu st 16) your child will be able to explore his/her interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics while enjoying weekly exciting trips and culminating with the group built robot! We will have information and registration sessions on

Wednesdays, May 8, 15, 22, 29 at 5:30 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop Room 8. Full tuition is $750 and includes lunch.

Hours 8 a.m. until 5:45 p.m. Space is limited and one half deposit is due at registration.

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of God unto salvation of everyone who believes!

(Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are not in this alone. Our witness is to God’s goodness and not our personal accomplishments.

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

—P a st or Deb or a h

If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!! Co-op City Public Safety - 718-671-3050

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans.

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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CLASSIFIEDS Co-op City Times • cctimes@riverbaycorp.com Appliances Repair

Help Wanted Medical Assistant Wanted for an Internist Office. Call DR. SHAH at 718-671-6600.

6/1 Medical Assistant - Co-op City Doctor. Part Time, 9-12 hrs/week. Will train. Call 718-671-0400.

5/11

EMERGENCY SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR

$20 OFF

Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS Fully VACUUM CLEANERS and more Insured NYC License #1233497

Records Wanted

Cleaning Service - Carpet/Upholstery

718.792.2655

LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person

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Get Top Cash for your Jazz, Soul, R&B and Gospel albums from 50s to 70s. Call Howard 6/22 at 212-873-4016 anytime.

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SERVICES

SALES & SERVICE

SPOONERS DOMESTIC SERVICE

718-829-9090 Bags, Belts & Filters

Appliances Repair

Free Pick up & Delivery 1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR

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

5/11

Blinds

7/27 • 4 Hour Minimum • General Cleaning — Call for Maint. Cleaning • Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax • Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

www.spoonercleaning.com

For prompt service call:

Call

(718) 379-8782

5/11

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE

(718) 320-5112 Cleaning Service - Windows

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

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 10/12

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 6/29

EMERGENCY SERVICE

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION NEW WINDOWS?

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

1-203-482-6337

5/11

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair 6/1

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

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

Cleaning Service

Dataway Computers, Inc. Networking, Maintenance, Repair

$40 Field Service

Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums)

Fully Insured

NEW STYLE BLINDS

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

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

F r ee E st im a t es

PAT C AR P E T UP H O L ST E RY C L E ANI NG 917-680-5497 5/18

VACUUM

SERVICES

Floor Waxing • Tiles Sanding/Polishing Wood Floors Oriental Rug Chair • Love Seat • Sofa Steam Cleaning Carpet Area Rugs • Free Pick-up Maid Service

718.792.2655 2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

A BEE RAG SERVICE, INC.

718-798-4259

FREE Phone Consultation

646-326-2676

Sales@abrags.org www.abrags.org

Call: Computer Drop-off at 474 Willis Avenue, Bx 10455

Visit Us: www.dattaway.com

Painting, Floor refinishing, Carpet Installation, Wall Paper Removal & Installation, Season cleaning, balcony cleaning, tiling. All of your interior needs.

10/12

MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

Lic. #1417990

5/11

Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

5/11

Call

P&R APPLIANCE SERVICE

if you are tired of paying too much for repairs!

718-829-9090 Service Charge only $24.95

• Washers • Dryers • Stoves plus 10% off any repair Senior • Refrigerators Citizen Discount • Dishwashers

JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

8/24

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

Floors

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

Vacuums FREE Pick-up and Delivery!

1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

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Advertise in the Co-op City Times Classifieds!

Call 718-320-3300, x3380

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FATHER & SON

Handyman

Locksmith

BRUSH n NAIL

FAMILY LOCKSMITH

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

Also, Floor Waxing.

6/26 Call Wesley 212.996.7347 or 917.325.5334

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS

Pigeon Problems

All purpose Painter and Handyman.

Mr. Fix-it

347-275-1493

5/11

20% Off Any Lock Job!

THE ORIGINAL — NEW & IMPROVED

Medeco • MultiLock • Wilson

PIGEON GUARD

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

KJ HANDYMAN

Flooring • Painting • Ceramic Floor Tiles • Blinds • Shower Doors • Lighting • Lighting Fixtures • Many More Jobs

(Handy person) Fast Service Cell:

Licensed and Bonded

(917) 346-0862 5/11

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

6/1

Moving 5/11

OVER 14 YEARS OF GUARANTEED SATISFACTION

MEETS CO-OP CITY’S SPECIFICATIONS EXCELLENT PRICE! ARE PIGEONS A BIG PEST? Unsightly droppings destroying your terrace?

Has chasing pigeons become a full-time job? References Available.

Call Ron: 718.671.3697 6/13 Slipcovers

(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS

CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS LOW, LOW PRICES 5/11

ALL STATE DECORATORS Licensed & Insured * License #38225

Tom/Handyman I ’m ver y h a n dy a n d ca n fix a n yth in g in you r h ome, for exa mple: C a b in et s, d r a wer s, d oor s, closet s, p olish floor s, d ish wa sh er s, p u t u p wa ll m ir r or s, ch a n ge a n y sin k fa u cet , in st a ll ceilin g fa n s a n d ligh t fixt u r es.

ESTIMATES ARE FREE! P lea se ca ll a n yt im e 718-515-8556 • 347-236-2993 5/11 Home Improvement

1-800-479-2667 JASON LASH

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

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

CO-OP SALES

- Grout & Carpet Cleaning Eliminate e Breath Easy

Bugs

REUPHOLSTERING

R O N ’S

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

Trucking Corp.

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423.

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Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Appliances ✔ Furniture ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire!

5/11

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BRONX, NY 10475 • 718.320-3380 1.718.320.3300, ext. 3380

Over 20 words, $6 plus 30¢ for each additional word. $2.40 per line for bold type (3 words max.)

Display Classified: $8.00 per column inch.

Fee is payable in advance. No exceptions. No refunds. Checks or Money Orders ONLY payable to Co-op City Times must accompany ad. (We will no longer accept cash.)

Deadline is MONDAY at 3 P.M., except when there is a holiday, in which case the deadline is moved up one day or as announced. Classifieds advertising the sale of land, homes, or apartments outside Co-op City or advertising businesses operating within homes in Co-op City cannot be accepted. No blind ads accepted.

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— since 1969 —

Painting, Tiling, Sheetrocking, Molding & Door Installation

PHONE ADDRESS

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Call Lenny 347-583-6730

We BEAT Any Quote!

Free Estimate

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Attach sheet if needed. Use Pen or Typewriter.

CO-OP SALES BLINDS! 1-800-479-2667

STYLISH DECORATORS • 718.881.7691

Rates: $6 for 20 words or less

Ba sic I n t er ior C om p a n y

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

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

CLASSIFIED AD FORM

RUBBISH REMOVAL

1-800-479-2667

Co-op City Resident Specials

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