Co-op City Times 07/07/12

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Vol. 47 No. 27

Saturday, July 7, 2012

R oc ket’s Red Glare!

Board plans July 18 vote on HUD loan deal; Shareholders invited to ask questions at board meeting

BY JIM ROBERTS The Riverbay Board of Directors plans to hold an historic vote on July 18 to approve a resolution authorizing a $600 million mortgage refinancing designed to ensure the financial stability of Co-op City for decades to come.

At the scheduled open board meeting, the Directors will discuss the terms of the refinancing deal under consideration and ask questions to representatives of Wells Fargo bank and any other officials in attendance from the federal Housing and Urban Development Department (HUD) and city and state agencies.

According to Board President Helen Atkins, a time period will be reserved

Hundreds of Co-op City residents enjoyed the Riverbay Fund’s annual fireworks display on July 3rd from lawn chairs placed on Section 2 Greenway while hundreds more took in the colorful show from the cool comfort of their homes and balconies. Before the beautiful explosions began, the community’s youth sports organizations sold food and drink to raise funds for their activities.

Photo by Ralph Henriquez

Geese control spraying rescheduled R iver b a y h a s p ost p on ed sp r a yin g for geese con t r ol a ft er m eet in g wit h t h e New Yor k St a t e Dep a r t m en t of E nvir on m en t a l C on ser va t ion t h is week a n d id en t ifyin g a n a lt er n a t ive p r od u ct wh ich will b e u sed t o con t r ol t h e geese. Tr a in in g will occu r in t h e u p com in g week a n d it is exp ect ed t h a t t h e p r ogr a m will r esu m e in a b ou t t wo week s. Sp r a yin g will b e d on e in t h e la t e a ft er n oon or ea r ly even in g.

Co-op City move-ins are more than double the number of move-outs for June

BY JIM ROBERTS Apartment sales figures in Co-op City show that the summer selling season is off to a very strong start.

For the month of June 2012 there were 89 move-ins (nine transfers included in the 89) and 38 move outs, meaning that twice as many residents moved in compared to those who moved out during the month.

Overall, the number of vacant, unassigned units in Co-op City has fallen dramatically over the past year and continues to stay at a very low level.

According to June 30, 2012 figures from the Riverbay Sales Department, there are currently only 22 units in the 15,372 unit community that are now on

the market but aren’t in the process of being bought or viewed by potential new residents.

Of the 286 vacant units now in Co-op City, 24 of them are awaiting final approval from the state Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) department before the new owners can move in.

Another 63 applicants are pending and are being contacted by Riverbay sales staff to schedule closing dates.

Fifteen new applicant packages are being prepared for submission to HCR and another 33 have scheduled a date to view their new apartments. In addition, 120 applicants are in the process of setting (Continued on page 4)

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during the Board meeting at the Dreiser Center Auditorium for shareholders in attendance to ask questions regarding the proposed mortgage.

The Board will then vote that evening on whether or not to accept the refinancing loan, which will be made with Wells Fargo and guaranteed by HUD. If the Board approves the loan, officials from Riverbay will then have nearly 60 days to finalize the deal and close the loan prior to Sept. 15 of this year. Co-op City’s existing mortgage with New York Community Bank includes a window of opportunity to refinance with another (Continued on page 2)

Street lights to be added to Bellamy Loop intersection

BY BILL STUTTIG The City’s Department of Transportation agreed to add street lights to the intersection of Bellamy Loop and Co-op City Blvd to help alleviate the troubling dark spots on those corners.

Later this year, street lights will be added to both the north and south portions of the loop where it intersections with Co-op City Blvd.

Bronx Transportation Commissioner Constance Moran formally informed Community Board 10 of the forthcoming additional lighting in a letter sent to the Board’s District Manager, Ken Kearns, dated June 21st. Referring to an e-mailed request made by Kearns on April 11th of this year at the behest of Riverbay

Corporation, Moran responded, “A recent survey revealed the need for additional lighting at this location. I am pleased to report that the Division of Street Lighting will install two new street lights at this location during the fourth quarter of 2012.”

Kearns said this week, “We are very grateful to Commissioner Moran and the Department of Transportation for their quick response to this request in conducting the necessary study and determining that this area of Bellamy Loop is in need of enhanced lighting.”

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Traffic pattern’s changed…While workers from the city’s Department of Transportation continue to work on the new pedestrian island near the intersection of Bartow and Baychester avenues, the traffic pattern has already been changed due to the recent creation of two separate left hand turning lanes on what once was an unused, blocked off road bed. Traffic coming off the I-95 exit, or leaving Bay Plaza that wants to head west on Bartow Avenue must now stay to the extreme left on Baychester Avenue while traffic heading to Co-op City either via Baychester or Bartow Avenue or points north or east must stay in the two right hand lanes. When work is completed in the very near future, the hope is for much less congestion and confusion at the chronically busy intersection.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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Street Lights

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April 11th in Bartow Community Center, Riverbay Ombudsman Joe Boiko and General Manager Vernon Cooper made a point of the dark area where people frequently walk to and from Garage 6 and also wait for the bus. Kearns, who was also in attendance at this meeting, on behalf of Riverbay made the formal request for the additional lighting later that same day.

Earlier this week, Boiko thanked District Manager Kearns for his assistance on this issue and also Commissioner Moran for ordering the needed survey in order for the project to move forward.

The forthcoming additional lighting is

just the latest in a series of improvements to street conditions in and around Co-op City made by the Department of Transportation over the last two months.

Last week, DOT crews removed a longstanding road protrusion on Casals Place between Buildings 12 and 14. Similar protrusions or bumps existed on both the north and south segments of Bellamy Loop and two weeks ago DOT crews paved over these bumps to made them smoother and easier to navigate with a permanent fix scheduled for later this year.

Earlier in June, new high visibility street signs have been installed at all major intersections through Co-op City

HUD

and in recent weeks construction has begun on an extensive redesign of Baychester Avenue as it approaches Bartow Avenue from the south which will allow for a smoother and safer flow of traffic at this very busy and sometimes confusing intersection. The work includes the creation of pedestrian islands in the area and expanding the road to include a separate area for left hand turns. Later on, the area of Baychester Avenue directly in front of the Bay Plaza entrance and the I95 exit will be improved to provide safer crossings for pedestrians, particularly bus passengers who disembark at the Bx. 12 bus stop and then cross over Baychester

Avenue to walk into the Bay Plaza Shopping Center. Separate bus islands and high visibility crosswalks will be created to serve these pedestrians and disembarking bus passengers.

General Manager Cooper said in a recent management report, “We thank Commissioner Moran and her staff for their work and the timely response to our requests. We are very pleased about the relationship that we have been able to forge with this agency and we look forward to working closely with them on many future projects which will improve the quality of life for the residents of this community.”

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On June 12, the Board approved by a vote of 13-0 spending $1.8 million for a HUD application fee, $280,943 for thirdparty reports and lender legal expenses, and a $3 million deposit to lock in the rate of the loan once Wells Fargo gets the firm commitment from HUD on the loan terms. Nearly $4.7 million of those fees will be returned to Riverbay once the deal closes. The money will come from existing Riverbay reserve fund accounts.

Up until August of last year, HUD’s 223F program, which offers low interest 35 year loan guarantees insured by the FHA, was only open to rentals, and not condos and cooperatives, such as Co-op City. Riverbay’s management, working

with Wells Fargo, petitioned HUD to open up the program to condos and coops, and after an intensive 18 months of negotiations, were finally able to get HUD to agree.

Riverbay then attempted to file for the program, but were unsuccessful since there appeared to be no interest at HUD, with the size of Co-op City seemingly prohibitive.

In the ensuing months, there were countless attempts by Wells Fargo to familiarize HUD with Co-op City, and its supervisory and financial structures. Last summer, HUD officials even came to Coop City for a site visit. HUD finally determined that Co-op City is eligible for the loan guarantee program.

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lender by Sept. 15.

“I am urging cooperators to come to this board meeting on July 18 and ask any questions they have about this very important decision that your Board will be making on that evening,” said Board President Atkins.

“Each member of the Board has been very diligent in examining the important issues involved in refinancing our mortgage with this HUD loan guarantee, and I look forward to any further discussion and then the final vote which will reduce our borrowing costs by more than $150 million over the next ten years,” Atkins said.

The HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage would drop Co-op City’s mort-

gage interest rate to 3.5% over the next 35 years of the loan, which will then be paid off. The deal guarantees a set mortgage rate and eliminates concerns over the current NYCB mortgage, which has to be refinanced at potentially much higher rates in 15 years.

The current NYCB mortgage rate rises to 5.75% this October, goes to 6% next July, increases again to 6.25% in 2016 and tops out at 6.5% in 2021 before requiring refinancing in 2026.

The HUD-guaranteed Wells Fargo mortgage at a 3.5% interest rate will save shareholders $14.3 million over the next 20 months and then $10 million to $12 million per year through 2026, for a total savings of $152 million between now and

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive NAACP fashion show rehearsal today Come to the rehearsal and sign up to model for the Co-op City NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza. Experience is not necessary and you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business of runway modeling. The rehearsal is scheduled for today, Saturday, July 7, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the new NAACP Co-op City Center, Rm. 36, Einstein Community Center. Bring your 2” heels and be ready to rehearse. Those who have already signed up should be there and new candidates. This date is most likely your last opportunity to sign up.

We are pleased to have the assistance of renowned Fashion Producer, Mr. Christian Ruart, as our consultant.

Farmer’s Market returns July 7Nov. 17 The Farmer’s Market in the park beside the firehouse at the corner of Asch Loop and Aldrich Street will return on Saturday, July 7, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will continue each Saturday until November 17. WIC & Seniors’ Farmer’s Market coupons are accepted. This program, which offers fresh fruits and vegetables to the community, is a collaboration of the Riverbay Fund and Harvest Home. Please come out and support our local farmers.

“Tunes on Tuesdays” on Section 1 Greenway The Riverbay Fund is sponsoring Tunes on Tuesdays on the Section 1 Greenway, thanks to funds generated through the community’s generous use of the recycling donation bins.

The concerts will be held from 78 p.m. on Tuesdays throughout the month of July.

The schedule is as follows: July 10 — Onaje Allan Gumbs & Friends will perform.

July 17 — Swing y Sabor.

July 24 — The Tender Mercies.

July 31 — The Unique Band.

Bring your chairs and come join the fun!

FRONT PA G E

Assemblyman Benedetto presents Co-op City Scholarship Awards man Benedetto. “They Assemblyman Michael are deserving of this Benedetto recently presented award.” the 6th Annual Co-op City Bronx Borough PreScholarship Awards to five sident Ruben Diaz added: worthy community recipi“We should all be proud ents. of the achievements of The $500 scholarships are these young people.

They made possible by donations will succeed in college from Assemblyman Beneand then they will return detto, Borough President to our community to Ruben Diaz, Jr., Congressman make Co-op City and the Joseph Crowley, the Riverbay Bronx a better place to Corporation and McCall’s live.”

Funeral Home.

The award winners are Joining the Assemblyman Julia Barnes, Alyssa Del at the presentation ceremony Valle, Harriet Aboagye, were Borough President Danielle Kinkead, and Diaz, James Alston from Crystal Watson.

McCall’s, Vonda Johnson In first row (L-R) are Co-op City Scholarship winners Julia Barnes, Alyssa Del The winners will be representing Congressman Valle, Harriet Aboagye, Danielle Kinkead, and Crystal Watson (represented by her mother). a t t ending colleges Crowley and Joseph Boiko throughout New York, as well as in New from Riverbay, as well as a member of the individuals who have achieved scholastiJersey and Massachusetts and will be majorscholarship awarding committee, Rev. Dr. cally, volunteered in their community and ing in subjects from Communication Arts to Robert Smith. are actively engaged in extra-curricular the Sciences.

“These young people are outstanding activities while at school,” said Assembly-

Making academic and extracurricular strides at Equality Charter School What began as a 2nd place for all of New small school of 130 York City.

Equality scholars in the Co-op Charter School also has City section of the numerous clubs and activiBronx in 2009, has ties — Anime Club, Book flourished into an Club, Mathletes Team, environment of high Debate Club, All Girls expectations for all Reading Club, and Science 230 6th-8th grade Club, among others. scholars, their famiEquality’s challenging lies, the community, academic program is Marija Kero, winner of enhanced by not only its and staff members.

Blackboard Award.

One hundred perdiverse extra-curricular 6th grade basketball team winning the regional cent of Equality’s 8th grade scholars activities, but also the school’s championship. who took a 9th grade math Regents parent-focused initiatives that exam passed. Seventh grade scholar, help the scholars learn about commitchanges were instituted by the new Jose Negron, a hearing impaired scholments, raise self-esteem and build solid leadership team. As a result, an enviar, was the winner of the Scholastic Allrelationships among their ronment was fostered that Star Award and was featured in the NY peers. Some activities encouraged commitment, colDaily News. In addition, Equality’s 8th include school-wide laboration, and confidence grade math teacher, Marija Kero, won events, such as Academic among teachers, scholars, and the prestigious Blackboard Award, out Pep Rally, Math Madness families. of thousands of nominated teachers.

Tournament, quarterly Equality Charter School is At the same time, while many awards ceremonies, Art now an anomaly among charter schools continue to minimize or elimiShow, Writing Celebraschools in NYC. With 21% nate their extracurricular activities and dtion, and International scholars with disabilities, 70% after-school groups as budget cuts are Day. of scholars entering below grade imposed, Equality has done the exact During Equality’s first level in ELA, and 60% of scholopposite. The school has 7 sports two years, the school ars entering below grade level in teams, and both of their basketball faced significant chalmath, Equality truly is a school teams won the Regional Championlenges. Going in to year Jose Negron, winner that welcomes all children ship and the track team won the 3 of the school in of Scholastic All-Star regardless of previous academic Regional Championship and came in September, 2011, several Award. achievement.

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Sales

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a date for a viewing. Two units are set aside as model apartments and one unit’s off the market.

How long it will take to actually close a transaction and turn over possession to new cooperators is determined by many factors including pending credit investigations, restoration of the apartment in question, approval of equity loans, and other factors, all of which play a part The current total of 22 vacant, unassigned units is a reduction of nearly 90% from the 167 vacant, unassigned apartments that Riverbay reported in February 2011 inherited by new Sales Manager

Sheena McNeill when she joined the Riverbay staff.

An aggressive marketing campaign begun in the Spring of 2011 and the opening of two model units in Building 34 last April quickly addressed the challenge of bringing buyers to Co-op City.

Last July, the number of unassigned, vacant apartments was down to just 44 from the 167 in February of that year. A year later, that number has fallen even further, to the current number of 22.

Overall the Co-op City occupancy rate of 98% remains at historic lows with only 187 units of the community’s

15,372 apartments not occupied or committed to new shareholders. Another 150 apartments have accepted offers and 84 of those units have move in dates scheduled for the new residents.

A board resolution passed in April 2011, that created a new deferred payment option for new shareholders has also helped bring new residents’ to Co-op City.

Under the plan, new cooperators can pay 25% of their equity requirement when moving in and then pay the balance over time.

According to figures from the

Riverbay Sales Department, a significant number of new Co-op City residents are using the deferred equity program when they move into the community.

From April 2011 to December 2011, there were 118 shareholders who used the deferred equity option. Another 36 residents financed their equity through Citibank and 141 shareholders paid cash for their equity requirement.

From the January 2012 period through May 2012, another 82 new residents used the deferred equity program, 14 financed their equity through Citibank and 54 paid cash.

Community-wide No Dog Policy remains in effect; waivers granted only under strict guidelines

BY BILL STUTTIG With dog sightings reportedly on the increase in Co-op City in recent months, Management, together with the Riverbay Board of Directors, is reminding residents that Co-op City’s strictly-enforced no dog policy remains in place.

Riverbay’s Reasonable Accommodations Policy was revised last December.

Although the revisions include some modifications to the no-pet rules, the no dog policy remains in place, as stipulated in the Occupancy Agreement which is signed by every incoming shareholder.

Exceptions to the prohibition of dogs in the community and individual homes are granted only to shareholders who demonstrate that they have a disability as defined by civil rights laws, and present professional determination that a dog would help alleviate the effects or symptoms of that specific disability. These exceptions are required by law.

The most familiar example of these exceptions is a seeing-eye dog for the blind, but there are also dogs that help those who are hearing impaired or have any of a variety of physical, mental or emotional disabilities.

Even where a professional evaluation demonstrates grounds for Riverbay to waive its no dog policy in specific, individual cases, there are strict guidelines that the shareholder with the dog must follow. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in legal action ranging from the issuance of community complaints and fines, up to and including eviction from the community.

Shareholders who have received a professional evaluation as to the need to have a dog still must request approval from Riverbay prior to obtaining a dog by filling out an application form which can be obtained from their CSO.

This form must be filled out completely by the shareholder, his or her medical professional, and the pet’s veterinarian, if the shareholder has already chosen the pet.

Approval of the application is animal specific and certain veterinary and licensing information must be renewed annually.

Questions regarding the proper procedure for filling out these forms can be directed to Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator Jameelah Ricks in the Riverbay Legal Department by calling (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3329.

A preliminary decision will be made within 30 days of receiving the request form, and notification of that preliminary decision will be given by letter. The preliminary decision may be a grant, a denial, or a request for a meeting or additional information if it is deemed necessary.

If the request is denied, a letter informing the shareholder of the denial with an explanation as to the reason for the denial will be issued.

Dog breeds known to have vicious or aggressive tendencies are strictly prohibited in every case. These prohibited breeds include, but are not limited to, Pit Bulls, Dobermans, Rottweilers, Akitas, Huskies and Wolf Dogs.

Dogs weighing more than 20 pounds are also prohibited, except in cases where there is a demonstrated medical need for a larger animal or unless the dog is individually trained to perform a task or service for the shareholder and the nature of the task or service requires that the dog be larger than 20 pounds. A seeing eye-dog could be a prime example of this.

Dogs must be kept in the owner’s apartment or, when walked, be kept on a leash and under shareholder control at all

times. All dogs walked out in public must have affixed to their collar a Riverbay pet identification tag, as well as a New York City license tag.

All animal waste emanating from the approved pet must be picked up immediately and disposed of in a sealed plastic bag and placed in trash bins or cans in accordance with the Canine Waste Law Section 1310 of the New York City Public Health Code. Animal litter from boxes or cages must be disposed of in the same manner.

Regardless of any prior approval granted for the keeping of the dog or pet in your home, any dog or pet found to be disturbing the peace of neighbors through noise, smell, animal waste or other conditions or nuisances will be permanently removed from the community. The dog or pet can not bark, howl, bite, scratch or damage property of others and/or Riverbay. Two or more substantiatedl complaints by neighbors or Riverbay personnel will result in the owner being required to remove the pet or else face eviction.

Any insect infestation extermination due to an animal in the owner’s unit or other adjacent units will be the financial responsibility of the animal’s owner and charged to his account.

Any dog cannot be left unattended in a home for more than 24 hours. If this occurs, Animal Control officers will be called in and enter the home to remove the unattended pet. The unattended pet will be boarded at the family vet of record or any available kennel or vet at the pet owner’s expense.

Any cooperators allowed to keep a dog as a reasonable accommodation for a disability must have proof of the following: a current New York City Dog License, inoculations against rabies, distemper and parvo virus, and that the dog has been spayed or neutered.

In addition to Riverbay requirements, all pet owners must comply with all state and local laws.

Shareholders who witness dogs in the community, especially those without a Riverbay approved tag, may report them to Public Safety for proper investigation.

Congratulations, class of 2012!

Co-op City Department of Public Safety

(718) 671-3050 www.ccpd.us.

If you SEE something, SAY something!

Thirteen members of the pre-kindergarten program at the Co-op City NAACP Day Care Center graduated in a ceremony held on June 22 at the center on Erskine Place. The four- and five-year old students will be moving up to kindergarten next year. To register your child for the 2012-13 program, contact the center at 718-6718519. Elayne U. Cole is the Executive Director of the center.

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Energy Saving Tips The extreme heat is now upon us. In fact the heat index for this weekend is expected to be above 100 degrees.

Therefore, it is important that you take precautions that will allow you to stay cool during this hot and humid weather, while also reducing electrical consumption. Here are a few tips: During the convector cleaning program thousands of convectors were cleaned and filters were replaced. However not every apartment received this service. For those residents that did not have their convectors cleaned, please check you filters and replace them if needed.

Check your convector drain to make sure there is no debris in it; slowly pour about a gallon of hot water in the drain tray, if it goes down, your drain is clear. if it doesn’t please contact the Cooperator Services Office for service.

Management Corner

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. Run exhaust fans in the kitchen when cooking because cooking adds heat and moisture to the apartment.

When possible use your microwave or counter top appliances for cooking instead of the oven or stove.

Close blinds, drapes and shades during the hottest part of the day, this will keep the strong sunlight from heating your home.

Install Energy Star or compact fluorescent light bulbs in your most used fixtures and lamps. These bulbs generate less heat and save in energy costs by as much as 75% over the life of each bulb.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop R em em ber - Our Dreiser Clubroom 19 will continue to be open during the summer months of July and August, 4 days a week (closed Wednesdays) for board and card games.

SP R E AD T H E W O R D! On Wednesday, August 15th, we’ll be on our way to the new RESORTS WORLD CASINO AT AQUEDUCT. We are leaving from Dreiser Loop at 11:30 a.m.

SHARP. The price is $35 (full payment ASAP). The rebate: $10 free slot play, 25% food discount valid in buffet/food court only, and a 10% retail discount.

Come join in the fun! Contacts: Beverly James/Claudette Davis, 718-379-0377.

G E T O U T YO UR F I SH I NG P O L E ! W E AR E G O I NG F I S H I NG !

Note: We are leaving Tuesday night, Sept. 11, at 11:30 p.m. Upon arrival, we’ll go directly to CAPTAIN LEROY’S big boat for deep sea fishing in New Bedford, MA. Price: $140. The price includes: Coach Bus ride, fishing boat, bait, fishing bag and rod and reel.

REMEMBER to bring lunch and your rain gear. We’d appreciate your deposit of $40 ASAP to secure your seat.

FINAL PAYMENT DUE AUGUST 21st. Contacts: Carl Tyler, 917-5791178/Celeste Collier, 917-744-3413.

A W I L DW O O D (NJ ) SE AF O O D FE AST ! Sept. 24-27 (4 day/3 nights).

Price: $370/double. Package includes 3 full breakfasts, 3 dinners including one All You Can Eat Seafood Feast Buffet, featuring a DJ for a fun-filled evening of musical entertainment, plus one more All You Can Eat Casino Buffet dinner, and then another fantastic dinner at a local waterfront restaurant. Also, you’ll receive a Welcome Party

Pak and a trip to an Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. We’ll visit the Washington Street Mall for shopping.

However, enroute home, there will be a 2nd visit to an Atlantic City casino with a bonus package. A payment plan is available. FINAL PAYMENT DUE AUGUST 10th. Contacts: Eleanora Jones, 718-6715707/Harmon Leacock, 718-671-9610.

F YI . The AARP DRIVER SAFETY (1 DAY) CLASS will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 10th from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the RETIREES’ clubroom 19, at 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY. The fees are: $17 for AARP members/$19 for non-members.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : After 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays, see Committee Members in Clubroom 19 for new shows. After 6 p.m., any questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-3247847 or 718- 671-8637.

G O OD AND W E L FAR E : Our heartfelt condolences are extended to both Mrs. Paisley Harvey and Mrs. Judith Ogburn who recently lost their sisters, respectively. We were deeply saddened to hear of their loss and our thoughts are with them. And to our second VP, Mr. Harman Leacock, formerly an inpatient in Montefiore, is now back home recuperating. We send him best wishes for a speedy recovery.

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

The RETIREES wish our members and friends a very safe fun-filled summer. See you in September!

“When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.” Franklin D. Roosevelt —C la u det t e Da vis

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Believe it or not, a full freezer costs less to run than an empty one, fill empty two liter plastic bottles with water and place in the freezer if you need to fill your freezer.

Don’t forget about your own energy.

Wearing lighter clothing can help cool you down without turning on air conditioning.

Also remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, fruit and vegetable juices during extreme temperatures.

Take cool showers, place cool moistened towels over the forehead or the back of the neck and replace often.

Avoid direct sun light, and if possible stay indoors during the hottest part of the day, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Monitor medications and find out if the medications you take will increase risk for heat stress, and make sure to ask your physician about all medications

taken, even off the shelf items.

If you have an elderly neighbor, check on him or her periodically to make sure that they are okay, especially when the weather is extremely humid.

The sprinkler parks are open this summer, however in an effort to conserve water we are asking that cooperators contact their respective Cooperator Services Office to arrange to have the sprinklers turned on between the hours of 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. While we want to make sure that our young people are able to enjoy the sprinklers, we don’t want to have the sprinklers run for long periods of time when they are not in use. As you may know, water and sewer taxes are extremely high and in fact have gone up again this year, therefore it pays to conserve; we thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Baychester Library Association On June 2nd the Baychester Library Association held its spring book sale. We were happy to see so many of our neighbors come down to the library to purchase books. Because of the communities interest and their generous contributions of books we were able to replenish our treasury. All the proceeds will be used to fund programs at our branch library. We would also like to thank association members and their friends who volunteered time and energy to make for a successful sale. We are planning to hold a fall book sale in September or October. Information will be available in the paper and at the library when plans are finalized. We wish everyone a good summer and hope to see you in the fall.

—Helen Top a l

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Co-op City Times

Letters To The Editor

Some residents non-compliant when it comes to dogs To t h e E d it or : Ditto to the comment in the June 30th edition of your paper by M. Martinez, “Shareholders should consider pets other than dogs.” When I moved into this community with my parents in 1970 and later as an adult, the lease stated that no dogs were allowed in Co-op City for visits or personal property as pets except for service dogs.

I’m constantly appalled by the lack of consideration of my neighbors who violate the lease and invoke their rights to have ever larger dogs as therapy while violating my right to live in a dog-free community.

Despite the clear signs and attempts by Public Safety officers to enforce the no dog policy, this issue seems to be escalating as many cooperators turn a blind eye to the issue. It is ironic that we are making

efforts to control the geese population and their waste while allowing dogs to take their place.

While I respect the rights of those residents requiring “pet therapy” I must agree with M. Martinez that there are other smaller and less conspicuous animals that would serve the same purpose without posing a health hazard.

—E lea n or T. C a m p bell

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—R I VE R BAY M ANAG E M E NT

Unattended clothing in laundry rooms to be discarded As a result of increasing complaints from the community’s shareholders, clothing left in the laundry rooms in excess of 24 hours will be bagged and discarded. Notices to this effect have been

placed in the laundry rooms.

We therefore urge you to be considerate of the other residents who also use the laundry facilities and to refrain from leaving your clothing and personal property

Guidelines for newly coated balconies • Avoid drilling/penetration through coatings.

• Do Not use steel/iron wires or screens.

• Do Not drag metal lawn furniture on terrace floors.

Use plastic or rubber glides on the bottom of legs.

• Avoid the use of metal ice scrapers or snow shovels.

• Clean floors using mild liquid cleaner and warm water with soft bristle scrub. Rinse with generous amount of clean water.

• Do Not place indoor/outdoor carpeting over coated floor or any part of the coated floor.

in the laundry room for extended periods of time.

Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

—R iver ba y M a n a gem en t

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

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

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

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

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

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

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

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

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Garage # 3 Front Entrance Closure Effective Monday, July 9, at 8:00 a.m., the front entrance of Garage #3 will close for construction repairs. The repairs will level off the ground entrance and exit areas.

Repairs will take approximately four (4) weeks, weather permitting.

Parkers are to use the rear entrance of Garage #3 for entry and exiting.

Additional staff will be available during this transition period. Directional signage will be posted in the garage to assist with parking.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Public Safety Report CCPD urges residents to update emergency information

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Many of Co-op City’s residents have resided in Co-op City for 40 or more years.

Some residents have not updated their emergency contacts since their original move-in date. It is very important that residents make sure that their emergency information is up to date. It is also a good idea to provide an emergency key to a trusted neighbor or friend who can respond to your apartment in an emergency and provide the contact number for that person.

New York City Police Department and Emergency Medical Services have updated procedures in which they must physically inspect an apartment if they receive information that a person may need medical assistance. Several recent incidents in which a forced entry was made resulted in a person’s life being saved. However, in some cases a forced entry is mandated and there is no one in the apartment. Forced entry can also be mandated in the event of a fire, a gas leak, a major flood or other types of emergencies. In some cases a great deal of damage is done, including damage to a cooperators top lock.

A good way to prevent unnecessary damage to your door and lock is to have emergency keys available. Riverbay Corporation maintains a bottom lock key in a locked safe.

If you have occasion to have your bottom cylinder changed by anyone other than Riverbay Maintenance you are required to give Riverbay a copy of that key. It is optional to also provide a top lock key. Public Safety highly recommends providing a top lock key in the event that emergency access is required.

All keys are in a locked safe with access only by authorized personnel following strict guidelines.

When cooperators move into Co-op City they are required to provide the names of all persons they wish to access to the key to their apartment on a key card. Like the emergency contact information many cooperators have not updated this information since their original move-in date. Having this information updated becomes important in an emergency situation. This information can be updated by the tenant of record at the Maintenance office at the lower level of the Dreiser Loop Community Center. The person being added must be present to sign the new key card.

A new system of notifications will be put in effect in the coming weeks which will also ask for updated notification information from all residents. In addition to requesting updated notification information, the Co-op City Department of Public Safety also offers a program called “ARE YOU OKAY?” (“R.U.O.K?”). This program is free of charge and is recommended for residents who live alone. This program calls registered residents at a scheduled time. If the resident does not pick up the phone and enter a number onto the keypad of their phone, an alert is received.

This program has been responsible for saving many lives. Updated emergency contacts and availability of a spare key are essential to the effectiveness of this program. An article regarding this program will be featured next week.

Even though the 4th of July has come and gone, residents may be tempted to use some

leftover fireworks. Using consumer fireworks in Co-op City, New York City or anywhere is dangerous and may also be illegal. New York City put in effect a Zero Tolerance policy regarding the sale or use of illegal fireworks within the limits of New York City. Here in Co-op City the Zero Tolerance laws are enforced by both the New York City Police Department as well as the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. Co-op City residents are also subject to receiving a Community Complaint if they are arrested by any police agency within the geographical confines of Co-op City.

Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Coop City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for barbequing only on terraces or townhouse patios. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by

the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that bike riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted.

The Public Safety Department would like to remind everyone to stay safe this summer, especially near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Unguarded beaches and pools are a threat to children as well as adults.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Public Safety Blotter: June 24 - June 30 J une 30, 111 Dr eiser Loop CCPD officers responded to this location to investigate a robbery complaint. Upon arrival officers found that the caller was assaulted and a cell phone forcibly removed from him. The complainant then left the area without providing suspect description information.

J une 28, 100 Debs Place The FDNY was called to extinguish an apartment fire at this location. As a result, water damage to both elevators occurred. The fire damage was confined to a small area within the apartment and there were no injuries.

J une 27, Debs Place/Dr eiser Loop A CCPD detective observed two females

fighting. Both females, in their 20’s, were separated and arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.

J une 25, 120 Dekr uif Pla ce CCPD was notified by a Riverbay Operations Manager who observed a suspicious male in the building. Officers arrived on the scene and determined that the individual was trespassing with criminal intent, he was arrested and charged with criminal trespass.

J une 25, Ba r tow Ave./Co-op Cit y Blvd A complainant reported that two males approached him, removed a chain off his neck and fled. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate any suspects.

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Remembering our history as we look ahead Fellow cooperators, I hope you all took part and enjoyed the celebrations of July 4th, the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Former President Ronald Reagan, one of America’s greatest Presidents, once said, let the Fourth of July always be a reminder that here in this land, for the first time, it was decided that man is born with certain God-given rights; that government is only a convenience created and managed by the people, with no powers of its own except those voluntarily granted to it by the people.

We sometimes forget that great truth and we never should.

I have always been interested in history. It allows us to see how things came about, how the past has brought us to the present and how America has built on the positives and learned from the negatives.

I feel the history of Co-op City is important for understanding how our great community came to be, and that’s the reason that the Co-op City Historical Committee was created.

Before ground was broken in 1966 to build Co-op City, our land was the site of

Director’s Viewpoint

Raymond Tirado Treasurer

a theme-park called Freedomland, which opened in June of 1960 and entertained many with amusement rides and famous headliners until it closed in 1964.

Co-op City is part of the Mitchell-Lama Housing Program first proposed by New York State Senator MacNeil Mitchell and Assemblyman Alfred Lama and signed into law in 1955 as The Limited-Profit Housing Companies Act. The purpose of Mitchell-Lama Housing was the formation of the development and building of affordable housing, both rental and co-operatively owned, for middle-income residents.

Under the program, local jurisdictions acquired property under eminent domain, the power possessed by the state over all property within the state, specifically its power to appropriate

property for a public use, and was provided to develop housing for low- and middle- income residents.

Developers received tax abatements as long as they remained in the program, and low-interest mortgages subsidized by the federal, state or New York City government.

The State of New York’s Housing Finance Agency held the original mortgage but shoddy original construction added enormously to costs, which was then taken over by New York Community Bank, and now may be taken over by the Department of Housing and Urban Development if the HUD loan goes through as expected.

While I appreciate the program which made Co-op City possible, I am also aware that time does not stand still, and therefore, while I think the HUD loan would be great, I believe we should still keep an open mind towards a future feasibility study and if found to be of benefit, move on to true equity by privatizing. I remain a strong supporter of the free market and now more than ever with the many enhancements to come to Co-op City in the near future.

Secu r it y I remind you that you can register for the “R U OK” program at no cost.

This program will help insure your safety and well being with a daily call to your home. If you are interested, please contact the Co-op City Public Safety Department to register.

If you have any difficulties, contact me and I will be happy to assist you.

Polit ica l su p p or t If you live in the Bellamy and Broun Place area you have noticed that the city in their interpretation repaired the bumps in the street. Our Management, in good faith, requested that and other repairs in Co-op City. If the work that was performed is indicative of what we have to look forward to then heaven help us.

As I have said before we must vote and vote with high numbers to receive our fair share of services from city agencies. So take the time to register to vote and encourage your neighbors to do the same.

You may contact me at ccdirector@optonline.net; Tel. (718) 3203351; or write to 2049 Bartow Ave., Bx., NY 10475. Thank you.

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

Our outdoor art show at the Bartow

mall has been rescheduled for July 14, due to extreme temperatures on June 30.

It will start at 10 a.m. and run until 3 p.m. Stop by and see beautiful artwork done by the students of BVA. Artwork will be on sale at very good prices and you will certainly be impressed by the work!

Art classes will be given during the summer beginning on July 11. There will be 5 weeks of 2 hour classes for adults.

The cost for members is $30 and $35 for non-members. The time of the classes will be forthcoming in our next article. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and

years of joy into the life of those who take advantage of this opportunity.

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

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

—Sylvia L och a n sky

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.

Not e: We are also trying to help ourselves. On many occasions, we have requested that Riverbay Corp. treat us equally as the rest of the Building

Associations. We have asked that the walkway behind our building be repaved with the lovely and attractive red bricks. The same bricks as the other buildings. We were denied our request numerous times. You’re giving us a complex! How about it? Give us a break too!

C om in g E ven t s: The next meeting of the Association

is Wednesday, September 5. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m. Dues for the Association will be collected at this meeting. Have a safe summer!

G ood & We lfa r e: We want to “Thank you” for attending our monthly meetings and for your continued support which makes our meetings interesting and meaningful.

Our Crochet Class will return on Wednesday, September 5. Have a very happy and safe summer.

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 ir ia m E . Be r lofs k y —M

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.

T h e Blessin g of a St or m I did not know His love before, the way I know it now.

I could not see my need for Him, my pride would not allow.

I had it all, without a care, the “Self-Sufficient” lie.

My path was smooth, my sea was still, not a cloud was in my sky.

I thought I knew His love for me, I thought I’d seen His grace, I thought I did not need to grow, I thought I’d found my place.

But then the way grew rough and dark, the storm clouds quickly rolled; The waves began to rock my ship, my anchor would not hold.

The ship that I had built myself

was made of foolish pride.

It fell apart and left me bare, with nowhere else to hide.

I had no strength or faith to face the trials that lay ahead, And so I simply prayed to Him and bowed my weary head.

His loving arms enveloped me, and then He helped me stand.

He said, “You still must face this storm, but I will hold your hand.”

So through the dark and lonely night He guided me through pain.

I could not see the light of day or when the storm might wane.

Yet through the aches and endless tears, my faith began to grow.

I could not see it at the time, but my light began to glow.

I saw God’s love in brand new light, His grace and mercy, too.

For only when all self was gone could Jesus’ love shine through.

It was not easy in the storm, I sometimes wondered, “Why?” At times I thought, “I can’t go on.”

I’d hurt, and doubt, and cry.

But Jesus never left my side, He guided me each day.

Through pain and strife, through fire and flood, He helped me all the way.

And now I see as never before how great His love can be.

How in my weakness He is strong, how Jesus cares for me!

He worked it all out for my good, although the way was rough.

He only sent what I could bear, and then He cried, “Enough!”

He raised His hand and said, “Be still!”

He made the storm clouds cease.

He opened up the gates of joy and flooded me with peace.

I see His face now clearer still, I felt His presence strong.

I found anew His faithfulness, He never did me wrong.

Now I know more storms will come, but only for my good, For pain and tears have helped me grow As naught else ever could.

I still have so much more to learn as Jesus works in me; If in the storm I’ll love Him more, that’s where I want to be.

C H UR C H H O UR S: Sp a n ish Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m.

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

Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m., for children teens and adults Evangelistic Service: 12:00 p.m.

C h u r ch H ou r s: English Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m., Sunday.

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

For any questions or prayers, call 718-671-6112 or 347-275-5500.

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Black Forum Defen sive Dr ivin g su sp e n d ed The Black Forum defensive driving course will resume in September.

Please check our weekly article later in the summer for details, or call (718) 320-8035 for information.

G oin g t o Aq u e d u ct We are going to Aqueduct Casino soon. If you would like to join us, please call (718) 320-8035 for more information and tickets. Please leave a message and we will get back to you.

F ood d ist r ib u t ion a t E va n ge lica l C h u r ch We will be distribution food once a week at the Evangelical Church located

at 2350 Palmer Avenue, Rev. Dr. Milca Plaud, Pastor. Look out for more details.

Bla c k For u m Aer ob ics in session Aerobics classes have begun.

Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m.

To register, please call (718) 320-8035.

Nominal fee for each class.

Bla ck F or u m ’s Lyon s M a n e Tr a ck C lu b Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, or to register your child, please call (718) 320-8035.

E m er gen cy F ood 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 Wednesdays and Fridays, 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

Building 7 Association Warren Mitchell, Director of Parking Facilities was our guest speaker in June.

He noted that he probably oversees the largest garage department in New York City employing scores of garage attendants and maintenance personnel, juggling between transient parkers who provide additional income to the corporation, cooperators who park temporarily in other than their designated garage and insuring sufficient parking space for shareholder renters was one of his major challenges. In addition he has taken into account that while some garages are underutilized, Garages #7 and 8 are rented to full capacity with long waiting lists, and Garage #2 almost rented to full capacity. Recently, the Board approved renting spaces in one of those underutilized garages, #5, to a Honda dealer. This promises to earn the corporation additional unanticipated income. The Board also approved time

restriction for cooperators parking in other then their designated garages.

Mr. Mitchell indicated that he attempts to be as flexible as his responsibilities allow him to meet requests made by cooperators. He invited cooperators to contact him personally when they have questions or complaints.

Riverbay’s Director of Restoration, Edgar Perez was the association’s guest speaker at its May meeting. Since assuming his new office, he has instituted a system that has expedited the process of repairing damages to occupied apartments

by Riverbay. Following the determination by an inspector of damages to an apartment, the inspector, with the consent of the shareholders, immediately contacts the restoration office to set up an appointment for the necessary work. Cooperators welcomed this new system.

Numerous complaints were made about

Building 13 Association On behalf of Building 13 Assoc. Inc., I want to thank Edgar Perez, Director of Restoration, for attending our June meeting and clarifying some misconceptions and answering shareholders questions. Based on inquiries made about other topics, I will attempt to set up dates for other departments to attend. If there is someone you would like me to invite, please do not hesitate to let me know. I appreciate your attendance at our meetings. It is inspiring and I hope you continue your participation in the fall.

Kudos to Vernon Cooper, General Manager of Marion Scott, for his conversations with city agencies resulting in the “self-made speed bump” on Casals Place being repaired. I want to thank the representatives of Peartree Mall for their swift response to my letter. Thus far, it appears they have eliminated the cleaning vehicle noise.

Some seats are still available for our fundraiser bus trip to MT. AIRY LODGE CASINO, Saturday, August 18, leaving 10:00 a.m. from Casals Place departing the casino at 6:00 p.m. Cost for the

fundraiser: $40, bonus free slot play $25 and food voucher $10. Bonus is offered by the Casino and subject to change. You must be 21 to enter the casino and have identification. By request, we have extended payment to July 13. Money orders should be made payable to: Building 13 Assoc. Inc. The Association Board Members, Nancy Santiago, Doris Sanchez, Gail Sharbaan, Daniel Wallace, Vivian Campbell and I wish you all a very happy, healthy and safe summer. See you in September.

R em in d er : Our September meeting will be held on September 27, with a new start time, 7:30 p.m.

We will be exploring other possible changes at future meetings. Always look in the Co-op City Times for upcoming events and the lobby bulletin board to stay informed.

For information, contact the Social Committee, Gail Sharbaan at 718-6713801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 or e-mail us at building13 assoc@ yahoo.com.

—L eslie Pet er son

Building 25 Association Due to the lack of participation by the association members in our voting process and since a quorum was not reached a motion was made and seconded “that all current board members remain in their respective positions until our next election in May of 2013.”

Meetings are suspended during July and August, so we hope to see you at our next regular meeting in September.

Date to be announced. We hope everyone has a happy and safe summer.

Keep your eye on the bulletin board for any announcements that might be of importance or interest.

There were light refreshments available at the conclusion of the meeting.

Someone said, “Many people speak because (and only because) they don’t know how to be silent.”

REMEMBER, IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. Cooperators, not tenants.

—Dock Ha r vey

the mismatched replaced floor tiles in public hallways. Mr. Perez explained that the original tiles were made with asbestos. As long as those tiles are not disturbed, he assured everyone they do not pose any health hazard. However, unless Riverbay replaces the entire floor with new nonasbestos tiles, Management has found it impossible to replace section of floors with tiles that match the original tile. That answer was not acceptable. Cooperators insisted that Management, when replacing small sections of tile, do so with tiles that are both uniform and match as closely as possible to the original tile. Mr. Perez agreed to make every effort to do so.

Numerous complaints were made about the increased presence of dogs in our community. They were informed that unless they are service animals or were medically

prescribed, cooperator’s occupancy agreement disallows harboring of dogs.

Cooperators were advised to report such presence to Public Safety.

This year’s Building #7 Association membership drive has been successful beyond expectation - over 50% of the families have joined the association by contributing a nominal $5 dues.

The Building Association has once again continued the custom of honoring both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day by raffling gifts to three lucky mothers and three lucky fathers.

Prior to the new school term in September, the Association agreed to send off the children of our building with best wishes for a successful school year and small package of school supplies.

—Ber n a r d C ylich

CHRISTMAS IN THE SUMMER TOY DRIVE to benefit Children’s Hospital of Montefiore

T’wa s a ll th r ou gh th e su mmer...

Sa n ta wa s ou t...

Br in gin g smiles a n d joy to ch ildr en th r ou gh ou t!

Sa n t a n eed s h elp er s b eca u se t h e E lves a r e on va ca t ion .

Don a t e a NE W , b oxed , wa sh a b le p la st ic O NLY t oy t o a ch ild ! Age a p p r op r ia t e t oys, p u zzles a n d ga m es for a d olescen t s a lso a ccep t ed .

Co-op City Department of Public Safety and the Riverbay Fund will set up a Collection Box at the Main Entrance to Public Safety, across from the Administrative Offices of Riverbay Corp. at 2049 Bartow Avenue.

This Drive Will End on August 24, 2012.

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Stop the Violence There have been several stories recently about young ones getting into a lot of trouble recently. So, I would like to encourage all of the young ones here to stop the violence.

P a r en t s, P lea se Ta k e C on t r ol Our police officers here and across the city have been very busy dealing with youth who are simply running the streets and getting into lots of trouble.

Therefore, at some point, we parents should really think about the way that we’re raising our children. Are we letting our children run wild in the streets?

Are we providing any type of discipline for them?

Now, unfortunately, a lot of families are suffering due to a lot of factors— separation, divorce, the family court system, etc. However, we have to keep in mind our responsibility as parents.

We don’t have to be perfect. However, we need to ask ourselves if we can make improvements in the way that we’re raising our children.

Can we spend more time with our children and help them to grow up in a proper way? Can we help them with their homework? Can we take them to the park and enjoy a nice day with them? Moreover, can we offer effective counsel to them so that they can see an example of a good parent? In other words, young ones need to be taught good things. And, respect is just one of many things that we must begin to teach our children. Do they respect your home, your authority, and other people? If not, then it’s time to sit them down and have a firm, yet positive, talk with them.

Even if your children are living apart

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Daryl Johnson Assistant Treasurer

from you, you must never give up on them.

Stay with those kids and help them to become good, proper, functional, and intelligent adults.

Youn g on es R u n n in g W ild Do you know whom your children are associating with at school, online, or here at Co-op City? Are they part of a gang? Are they roaming the community looking for a fight? Have we talked to our children about their school, online activity, and their social activities?

Please think about this question: What type of thoughts, actions, and planning does it take for a group of young people to say, “We’re going to beat, stab, or shoot another person?”

Have they thought about your teachings, their future, and the consequences of those plans?

In a lot of cases, the answer is no.

And unfortunately, their so-called friends know this information. Hey, why else would your young son or daughter be hanging out with them knowing that they’re up to no good?

Now, the leaders in this community must look at this situation, get involved, and help to put a stop to this negative behavior. It’s not about being in some type of office or position. It’s not about writing business articles all of the time.

When I see certain aspects of our community going in a contrary direction, you can be sure that I will say, “No, we have to change course.” And, in this matter, we will change course.

Now, before I move on, please know that I am available to meet with you and your young adults if you think that you need a strong, yet positive, personality to assist you with your conversation. Plus, I will make myself available to meet with all of the building associations if you would like for someone to talk to a group of young ones here.

You t h Act ivit ies Now, I sent an e-mail message to the Board and to Management about some possible things that we can do for our youths.

One thing that I would like to see for our very young ones are field activities.

So, we can bring in rides, slides, large board games, and even competitive sports for the summer. Imagine kids running, playing ball, and inadvertently getting into shape, while having a lot of fun. Then, I would like for us to connect with some of the colleges and nonprofits to bring in several job training programs.

So, they can spend their day getting trained to go out into the field and start on a new career. Now, this course training is a whole lot better than seeing groups of young ones hanging out smoking, drinking, and running around getting into trouble.

I will keep you informed about this matter.

C onvect or L ea k s I’m hearing about too many stories

about convector leaks. And, a lot of these leaks are occurring when no one is at home. And then, when they do get home they need a rowboat to enter their apartment. So, please think about turning your convectors off when you’re not home. Now, I know that this is not a fix for this problem. However, we need to do something now to temporarily curb this problem until a permanent fix can be found.

At any rate, you’ll save energy, a lot of hassles, and possibly your furnishings.

Sex O ffen d er s A new sex offender resolution has been completed by our lawyers. And, the resolution looks good. Therefore, I hope that we can get this resolution on the table at our next meeting and take the appropriate actions to keep this community safe. One point, this matter should have been settled a long time ago.

C lose We cannot let this community go down. Therefore, we have to reach out and help people of all ages and backgrounds here. So, on that note, please know that we can always talk.

Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@ optonline.net (There should not be any problems with this e-mail address if it is typed correctly.)

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

Building 14 Association It was simply a beautiful day for a beautiful affair! Thank you volunteers, cooperators, relatives, friends, and organizations for making our first Summer Fun Day a huge success. Perhaps some even caught our 30-seconds of fame on News12. The Event Committee has received many words of thanks for creating a “sense of community.” I had a ball with runners of all ages competing in the 60-meter dash. And, the watermelon race was hilarious! My personal and special thanks to all Building 14 volunteers; to Michelle Fields for providing services under NYPD’s Child Identification, Young Explorers, and Bike/Vehicle Etching Programs; to Jesse

Williams, his team of coaches, youth coordinators and players for hosting the Basketball Clinic and 3-on-3 Basketball Competition. The competition lasted until the very end of the event – those players worked hard; and, to Winston Dinkins and the Zodiac Track team members that coordinated the meter races. The Music with A Message band showcased some very talented youth who truly served as role models for our young people – and there could never be too much of that! Our Event Committee thanks all of the elected officials and businesses that provided monetary and in-kind contributions. Kudos to the Event Committee members, too – the hard

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At our June Association meeting, there was agreement on creating the Entrepreneur’s At Your Service information board. During July and August, Association members who have businesses or personal services will be allowed to advertise in the lobby’s bulletin board. Interested members/entrepreneurs are asked to create advertisement that is legible, tastefully worded and designed, and no larger than 6” x 4”. If inundated with ads, we will alternate them. Please email the Association at theab14c@hotmail.com if you would like to promote your business or service.

Lastly, a recommendation was made to offer scholarships to Building 14 youth and college students. We had an initial discussion about the criteria, i.e., scholarships for primary and post-secondary students, as well as for volunteerism/community service “at home.” We will lay the foundation for the process, etc. when our meetings resume in September.

We certainly want to exclaim, “Job well done!” to our graduates from kindergarten to PhD. Condolences to the Bennett family and all others who have had loved ones transition. Let’s be each other’s keeper. Be well and be safe. Happy summer!

—J D Fer guson

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African-American Association The following are ongoing programs sponsored and/or supported by the Association and we encourage you to participate: C om p u t er /L a p t op C la sses – Two summer classes have been added, one on July 9th and the other on July 23rd at 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. You will learn about Microsoft Word, the Internet, e-mail, Facebook, Skype, and whatever you need help with. Bring your laptop and $5.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – By popular demand, summer Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes have been added for the month of July. The next class is scheduled for Tuesday, July 9th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles, gently stretch the spine, improve posture and flexibility

while reducing stress with breathing techniques and meditation, to create a sense of wellbeing. Call 718-671-8364. All are welcome.

E du ca t ion – The Per Ankh AfricanCentered Study Group will meet on Monday, July 16th at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. The topic of discussion will be the “Metu Neter.” On August 20th, we will review the language of KiSwahili. On September 17th: All the nations on the African continent. Our knowledge of classical African history is essential for the survival of people of color. The group is led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene, a/k/a Dr. Booker T. Coleman, a retired educator. All are welcome. Call 718-379-5555.

J u st ice for R a m a r ley G r a h a m – On June 13, 2012, Officer Richard Haste, who shot and killed Ramarley, was

indicted at the Bronx Courthouse, but arraigned on $50,000 bail. Hundreds of family members, friends and supporters attended the Pre-Father’s Day gathering at the Graham home in the Wakefield section of the Bronx, including the father of Sean Bell and the son of Kenneth Chamberlain whose loved ones were killed by police. The Graham family’s friends and supporters were prominent at the Father’s Day March. The trial will begin on September 13th and your presence is desired in the courtroom. The Association will continue its vigilance.

E n d St op & F r isk – Members of the Association joined tens of thousands of people who participated in the Silent Father’s Day March down Fifth Avenue and sent a message to Mayor Bloomberg to end the Stop & Frisk policy of racial

profiling. Over the past decade, the Stop & Frisk policy has been used by the NYPD in NYC to target Black and Latino males to possibly connect them with some type of crime. This is racial profiling and should END. G e n er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – The next meeting: Saturday, September 8, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15.

Bring your ideas and suggestions and, if approved, we will make it happen. If you cannot attend, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—F r a n cin e R . J on es

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club The HTIDC is not taking a break from meetings during the summer because of the work to be done in preparation for the November elections. Our club is committed to keeping our Democratic President in office and ensuring other local and state representatives return for the first term or an additional term.

Our next meeting will be held on July 10, the second Tuesday of the month, at 7:00 p.m., Einstein Community Center,

Room 35. We will have tickets ready for our last Obama for President Fundraiser, a fabulous Jazz Concert on August 4, in Bartow. Our guest Jazz Artist will be the elegant Shirley Crabbe and Trio. So plan to wear your cool summer outfit, bring your own brown bag, finger foods will be served.

Our Democratic President is under attack, the likes that have never been seen before in American history. An unyield-

ODE to a SEEING EYE DOG He was not just a dog to be petted and fed, He was not just a dog as some people said Bernie was a companion, a very good friend And a worker who gave his all right to the end.

No matter how hard he had to persist To help his master try to exist Trained for his eyes, to help come and go Bernie was good as you all should really know.

He’d take his master to work each day And by his feet all day he would stay He did not whimper, he did not cry

He knew he had to make the day go by.

At home he’d be free, at times just to play To run around the yard, that was his domain To come back and rest, and sleep through the night Tommorrow’s a work day, he’d have to give all his might.

But now Bernie has gone to sleep Into his heaven he did slowly creep He was a hard worker, as good as could be And really was a wonderful member of this family.

—M a r vin Wa r m

ing attempt is being made to not only discredit our President for everything he has done but question if he is an American citizen. We are told to forget about the positive aspects of the Health Care Bill, the preventive care, young people being able to get coverage on their parent’s policy and the ability to get coverage if you have an existing condition. We are told to focus on the so called negative aspects only. When Americans and immigrants

get sick, have an accident, they will go the emergency room. Who will pick up the tab if they’re uninsured?

The club will also be participating in a rally, in the planning stage, to stop the proposed MTA increases. We will also continue to advocate for a bus shelter in Section 5.

The club will again pursue a forum for our youth on the topic of “Stop & Frisk.”

—E velyn M . Tu r n er

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Working together to address community concerns On behalf of the teens in Section 5, thank you, Management, for resurfacing the basketball courts. By early fall boys and girls will be able to utilize this valuable resource. Also, we appreciate the fact that precautions are being taken to discourage use of the courts while the new surface cures.

It’s disappointing that we don’t have the space to expand our Track and Football Fields. The Track Team is already utilizing the Track at Truman High School for a fee. Evidently, when this complex was designed, the need for adequate space for all sports was not in the design. Fortunately, we have space for Baseball. As a community, we must continue to support the coaches who refuse to give up on our youth regardless of space limitations. We desire our community to be well rounded and want something for everyone.

A special thanks to 10 shareholders who have volunteered to plan cooperatively with Michelle Sajous, Community Relations, in sponsoring our first College Fair in the fall of 2012. The diversity of this group indicates that it will be a great event. As Lead Organizer, I will be attending an event on July 14, “The Road To College” sponsored by “Partnership for Afterschool Education” at Baruch College, to gather information and resources for this initiative.

Two shareholders have volunteered to explore the idea of having a Recording Studio in Co-op City.

Additionally, I have been approached by parents expressing appreciation

Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner Assistant Secretary

for such an exploration.

Shareholder Faith Dove has suggested an exploration of “Riverbay Corporation” offering internships for our young people.

She reminded me that we have several departments, lawyers, a newspaper, power plant, etc. that could offer a remarkable learning experience, free of charge, for the next generations of adult shareholders. A Memorandum will be forwarded to our General Manager Vernon Cooper to arrange an appointment with shareholder Faith Dove to explore this initiative. Ms. Dove is convinced that the wealth of experience and expertise of Marion Scott, the Riverbay staff and Board of Directors should be shared with our youth and I agree.

Members of the Board of Directors have an obligation to shareholders to perform his or her duties in good faith with a degree of care and loyalty. With that said, my fellow Board members are encouraged to eliminate bitter divisive rhetoric towards fellow Board

members in their articles, unless civility is not in their hearts. I commend fellow Board members who are creative, provide factual financial information, keep us abreast of policy and resolutions, remind us of our accomplishments, and what we need to pursue, etc. Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect borough or a perfect community. We have a diversity of creative minds and talents to keep our community moving forward in spite of the naysayers. We will not always agree and attempt to agree to disagree in a respectful manner. Once Committee Chairs are assigned, each Chairperson is encouraged to report back to the community after they meet. We must do a better job with keeping shareholders informed of all activities, other than confidential matters, that go on behind closed doors. Several shareholders do read the Co-op City Times and need to see a summary of “Committee Meetings.”

Based on the Public Safety Monthly Report, shareholders also have an obligation such as: keeping their apartments clean from the foul odors caused by cat urine; hoarding, not cleaning apartment or allowing inspections, antisocial behavior, disrespecting neighbors by keeping so much NOISE: (Public Safety reported 13 noise complaints in the month of May; abuse of premises, etc.

Shareholders are encouraged to call Public Safety or any Board member to report quality of life issues.

Shareholders are also encouraged to ask Board members to forward them a copy of the Memorandum they send to Management about his/her problem. If you call a Board member and you receive nothing in writing that the Board member has forwarded your request in writing, chances are they haven’t. Shareholders are also encouraged to report domestic violence issues to Public Safety the first time it occurs. Reportedly, Public Safety is working in partnership with the 45th Pct. during the summer months of 2012 to correct quality of life issues.

Our Building Associations and clubs are second to none! Your individual and collective efforts/activities are commendable! You are the best! It is because of you that we have the most vibrant and progressive middle income cooperative in the State of New York. Once we get ALL eligible voters registered to vote, we will have the added feature of a serious “voting block” that will command more attention by elected or want-to-be-elected officials in this section of the Bronx.

Let’s continue to support each other’s events and keep Co-op City moving forward, not backward.

Continue to enjoy your summer.

I am here to serve you and your agenda, just call or write: Evelyn M. Turner, Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York 10475 or call 718320-8088 or 917-324-1033.

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP Our branch hopes everyone had a safe and memorable July 4. Our biggest celebration was the June 28th Supreme Court decision upholding President Obama’s healthcare law but this battle is far from over! The opposition will campaign hard against President Obama, against Democrats and for repealing the healthcare law. Please understand, if they win in November, they’re not going to stop until they’ve stripped tens of millions of Americans of their healthcare coverage and turned Medicare into a voucher program.

Thank you, Andy King, Mrs. Neva King and their daughter for attending our June 27th meeting. This was the last meeting of the spring and a very important one. Mr. King confirmed his candidacy for the 12th District and spoke on the issues he supports. Future articles

will define the issues the NAACP is stressing.

Today is a rehearsal day and opportunity to sign-up to model for the September 29th Co-op City Branch NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. in Room 36, Einstein Community Center. All who signed up and new candidates are expected to attend. Bring your 2” heels to the rehearsal. Renowned fashion producer, Mr. Christian Ruart, is here to assist. The Fashion Show contributors include designers Isolife.NYC.com; Coogie.com, Raif Atelier, Leslie Monique, Willie Kloss and Wendy Williams. For event tickets, call L. Townes at (718) 379-3504. Everyone is asked to sell a minimum of five tickets and ten raffle books. They may be obtained by calling J. Brown at (718)

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Information is also available at NAACP meetings. Purchase tickets early for the NAACP Luncheon and Fashion Show Extravaganza, a sell-out is expected. The program includes the luncheon, fashion show, DJ and live entertainment.

The tickets are $85 p.p.

The NAACP now has a website to honor African/American History. The site has thought provoking questions and a test to take, “This is My Vote Elections Quiz:” http://action.naacp.org/ take-our-quiz. Confirm your right to vote through the Board of Elections. The NAACP says the vote is the major tool for

change. Regarding voting here, two poll officials will verify the signature. If the signatures match, the person can vote. A photo ID will not be required. If a voter’s name appears in the computer-generated registration list that the voter’s identity was not yet verified as required by law, the voter will be able to vote only if they show either: 1 - A driver’s license or non-driver photo ID. 2 - A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document.

For news or to contact us, write the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or evalazaar@gmail.com.

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

—E va L a za a r

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Temple Beth-El Temple Beth-El is located at 920 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Services, July 6, at 8:00 p.m.

Week ly P a r sh a h Balak The Israelites now entered upon the last stage of their journey to the Promised Land.

And Balak, king of Moab, saw what had happened to the Amorites and he was very frightened. He sent messengers to Balaam, the great magician of the city of Pethor, saying: “The Israelites have reached my borders. Please come and curse this people for me.”

Balaam agreed. He set out on his donkey. And the Lord sent a shining angel to block his path.

Three times the donkey turned aside

and three times Balaam beat her cruelly.

Suddenly the creatures spoke: “Why do you beat me, Master?”

Then God opened Balaam’s eyes and he beheld the Angel. And Balaam was humbled and, instead of cursing the Israelites, he blessed them, saying: “How goodly are your tents, O Jacob, Your dwelling places, O Israel.

As valleys stretched out.

As gardens by the river-side.

Blessed be everyone who curses you And cursed be everyone who cursed you.”

And thus did a renowned heathen prophet prophesy that Israel was destined to become a great and glorious nation.

It is with sadness that we announce the

passing of Fran Liss, 65, of Boca Raton, Fla., who died on June 11. Fran was the wife of Albie, who was the principal of our Hebrew School for many years.

Services were held Tuesday, June 19.

Mrs. Liss, who was pre-deceased by her husband, Albert, leaves her daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Jonathan Sackett of Rockaway, N.J.; her grandchildren: Aaron, Shaina, Matthew and Jennifer; a sister, Elaine (Norman) Martello, and her parents, Sylvia and Irving Weissler.

Fran will be missed by all. Donations in her name can be sent to: Temple BethEl of Co-op City, P.O. Box 264, Maplewood, NJ 07040.

We know many of you have different email addresses.

We are trying to update our mailing list with your best email. Please reply to: RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com, and let us know your best email address and your current CELL PHONE number for emergencies only.

Please call the Temple, 718-6719715 after 3:30 p.m. to confirm that we are having services, especially if the weather is questionable.

We ask prayers for R’fuah Shlemah, Karen Malvica, David Wasserman, Louise Weinstein, Joan Weinstein, Marilyn Rosenbaum, Rose Marie Becker, Amy Srebnick, Marcia Brager, Carol Weiner, and any other names that are in your heart.

—R a b b i Den nis Tob in

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

Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in the month of July: Edward Alonzo, Joan R. Davis, Leonard O. Asher, James L. Cook, Norman E. Dallas, Angelo L. Martinez, Sidney V. Richards, Gregory A. Parris, Wilbert R. Surphils and Jose A. Santana, Jr. If I don’t have your name down for this month, contact me ASAP and it will be in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

Our Post is located in Section 5

Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office number is 718-3208165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net. Greetings to all of the Post 1871 members and their families, I hope you had a HAPPY and SAFE 4th of July.

On June 27th, the U.S. Senate designated this day as National PTSD awareness day. This has been going on for three years. For those of you who don’t know about PTSD, post traumatic stress disorder, it is an anxiety disorder resulting from a traumatic event including sexual and physical assault, serious accidents,

natural disasters and combat and military exposure that is life-threatening to the individual and/or others. Among the feelings the event can trigger are fear, confusion and anger.

Always keep a good virus protection on your computer. Believe me, it will help you from receiving a serious virus. I don’t know if any of our Post members noticed that Strauss stores have closed up. As I drove past Conner, that store was locked down. Do you know how many people have bathtub accidents in the U.S. of America? 43,000 slips and falls. More than 120 kids a day injured by slips and

falls in bathtubs, so what can you do to prevent this from happening in your household? Use a slip-resistant mat in and outside of your tub along with grip bars in the tub area.

How many chiropractors’ does it take to change a light bulb? Answer: Only one, but it requires 14 visits.

How can you tell the age of a person?

Answer: When they don’t know how to twitter, text and still have a flip cell phone.

This information was provided by the post information officer.

—R ich a r d I . L a wson, J r.

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

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

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 11a.m., Room 31

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes 2 p.m., Rm. 25

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

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49 Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill 2-4 p.m., Room 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., Room 2 Mind Teasers 12–1 p.m., Rm. 7 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Afternoon Movie 2–4 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive: 10:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 7

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

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

Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

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

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

Card Games 2–4 p.m., Room 25

Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Thurs., July 12

Stay Well Exercise: (on vacation until September) Line Dancing (on vacation until September) Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games: 9:30 a.m.

– 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Wed., (on vacation until September 5) Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25 Library 9:00am-1:00pm Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30am-1:00pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30am-11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo 2:00pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:30pm-4:00pm, Rm. 31

Fri., July 13

Wed., July 11

Tues., July 10

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

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

Mind Teasers: 1:15 pm 2:15 p.m., Aud. B

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

Dominoes 10:00am Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11:00am, Rm. 49 Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

Dominoes: 10:00am, Rm. 45 Art: 10:00am, 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

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: (on vacation until Sept.)

Tai Chi: 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Zumba: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga: Every Wed, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing 3rd & 4th Thurs 10 am - 11 am, Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Belly Dancing 12:30 pm - 1 pm, Aud. A Handi-Flex 1 pm - 2 pm, Aud. A Drama (on vacation til Sept.)

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

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

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Whole wheat bread Diced pears in juice

Tues., July 10

Apple juice Schindler breaded fish w/tartar sauce Corn on cob French beans

Chicken salad Macaroni salad Beets

Dinner rolls Apricot halves in juice

Wed., July 11

Marinated baked chicken Baked potato Broccoli florets

Salmon Corn Spinach

Whole wheat bread Fresh orange

Meat balls Pasta shell Italian blend

Rye bread Banana

Barbecued chicken Rice Mixed vegetables

Whole wheat bread Red delicious apple

Orange juice Thurs., Baked Tilapia w/lemon July sauce, Garlic macaroni 12 Kale

Fri., July 13

Pineapple juice Turkey wing w/gravy Orzo w/mushroom Mixed vegetables

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that members please

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

1st Mondays: Tuesdays

Date:

11:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

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

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation With a generous grant from Council Member Seabrook

call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

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

Upcoming Events/Trips NE W ! Wednesday, August 1. Matinee to see the Musical “MEMPHIS.” $80 – Only 20 seats available. Trip includes round trip transportation boxed/lunch.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 11:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 11:45 a.m.; Einstein, 12:00 p.m.

WAL M ART – Monday, July 9. Trip includes r/t transportation/boxed lunch.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:45 a.m., Einstein, 9 a.m. No refunds.

C E NT R AL AVE NUE – Thursday, July 12 - $13, 2 hrs. at Xmas Tree Store, 1 hr. at Trader Joe’s, and 2 hrs. at Amazing Savings – includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:15 a.m. & Bartow - 9:30 a.m.

NE W – The Beacon Camp Program at the Kaufmann Campgrounds in Pearl River, NY – Tuesday, July 17th - $16, includes round trip transportation lunch and all activities. Arrival time is 10:15 a.m. Departure time is 2:30 p.m. Pickups: Bartow, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m.

E M P I R E C ASI NO – Wednesday, July 18, $3 per person. Trip includes round trip transportation/boxed lunch, Pick-ups: Einstein, 10:00 a.m.; Bartow, 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. NO REFUNDS. SOLD OUT. NE W – Monday, July 23rd - $65. Join JASA for a trip to Pindar Vineyard for wine tasting, Soundview Inn Restaurant for a scrumptious meal and Tanger Riverhead in Long Island for your shopping pleasure. Transportation - 54 seat Motor Coach. Itinerary: Pindar Vineyard for wine tasting, 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Soundview Inn Restaurant, 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. & Tanger Outlet Riverhead 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Coach Bus pickups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. No refunds. All payments must be in by Thursday, July 19th.

J E R SE Y G AR DE NS – The date has been changed from Tuesday, July 10th to Monday, July 30th - $12 - Trip includes round trip transportation//boxed lunch.

Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. No refunds.

J ASA’S SUM M E R G AR DE N P L ANT I NG PART Y! You are invited to the planting party at the JASA Co-op City Office!! On July 17th at 9:00 a.m., please

join us for ice cold lemonade, cookies and fun. Come watch or plant summer flowers! We will end around 11:30 a.m. – so as not to get to hot! For more information, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066. See you there!

Want to Participate in a F O C US GR OUP ABO UT R E T I R E M E NT ? We would like to hear about your experience!

JASA is holding focus groups for persons age 50 and older. We have three available dates: July 20th, 27th, or August 3rd.

Refreshments will be served. If interested, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066.

J ASA I S SE E KI NG T E L E P H ONE R E ASSUR ANC E VO L UNT E E R S: JASA’s Telephone Reassurance program provides an invaluable service to vulnerable and isolated elders in the community.

Volunteers will provide monitoring calls to homebound seniors. For many of our isolated clients, these calls are their only social contact and provide an immeasurable impact on their quality of life. If interested, call the Co-op City Senior Services office: 718-320-2066.

WE I GH T M ANAGE M ENT SUP P ORT G RO UP - Mondays, 10 a.m., Bartow Avenue, Room 25. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy, but with knowledge and practice it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

C AR E G I VE R SUP P O RT G RO UP - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 31 from 1-2 p.m. Next meeting is July 17th. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

DI SABI L I T Y SUP P ORT /SO C I AL I Z AT I O N G RO UP – The group meets every 1st Friday of the month. For more information, contact John Sullivan at 718-671-2090 (Ext. 3010). Transportation is provided, if available.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : Life @ 50+ National Event & Expo scheduled at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center – Sept. 20-22.

For info. on volunteering for this event, call 866-448-3620 or go to www.a a r p .or g.

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

2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S July 19 – Warm Daddy’s: Live Blues & Jazz (Phila., PA) – trip includes a delicious Southern-style dinner and show and a 5-hour stay at the Sugar House Casino w/bonus of the day — $95/person.

Bus departure is 9:30 a.m. from Asch Loop (in front of the library) – contact Daisy, 718-671-3241.

August 9 – Triple lobsters w/ “HuKeLau” in Chicopee (MA) – trip includes 3 lobsters/person (w/a takehome bag if you can’t eat all 3) or prime rib; and the famous live Hawaiian Show…$93/person…FINAL PAYMENT DUE A.S.A.P. — contact Delores, 718379-2176.

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

Daisy, 718-671-3241.

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

Dec. 30, 2012 – Jan. 1, 2013: New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball at the Desmond – includes a stop at the Sands Casino w/$30 slot play & $5 food or leisure time in Bethlehem (PA); after a full breakfast buffet, choice of activities for the day; NYE Masquerade Ball w/Open Bar & Surf & Turf Dinner; masquerade masks, noise makers, entertainment, music & dancing; New Year’s Day Brunch & show....$524/person, double; $634 single; $514/person triple; $28/person travel insurance available; $100 deposit/person ($128 deposit/person if taking the insurance)…contact Delores, 718-379-2176.

2013 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S Jan. 10-20, 2013 – The Hawaiian Island Cruise Tour (11 days) – includes 5 ports of call: Honolulu, Maui, Hilo, Kana & Kauai; on the Norwegian Pride of America; airfare and tours included in the price…inside state room - $3,599/person; outside state room - $3,899/person; outside balcony - $4,099/person (limited at this price; book a.s.a.p.); $500/person deposit (plus insurance payment) due at sign-up…Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb n a m

Goose Island Seniors

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS AD Workshop - Every Monday @ 11 a.m.

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

Toddler Time (Reading) - Every Tuesday @ 11 a.m.

Wednesday, July 11—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Members only.

Refreshments served.

Thursday, July 12—Going to Brahaus, Pomona, N.Y. Everyone joining please be at your bus stop by 8:00 a.m.—Einstein Center, Asch Loop, and Dreiser Loop.

Everyone must be all paid up.

Tuesday, July 31—Going to HARRAH’S Casino in PHILADELPHIA. Price is $30. Rebate: $30. Pick-up time is 8:00 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops— Einstein Center, Asch Loop, Dreiser Loop. Change of bus, it’s ACADEMY BUS, and always bring your I.D card.

Wednesday, August 15—Luncheon at CRAB SHANTY for members. Price is $18 and Goose Island will pay the balance. Time is 1:00 p.m. Menu-lobster, broiled or fried shrimps, broiled or fried

filet of sole, chicken parmagiana, BBQ chicken and ribs, also snow crab legs.

Tuesday, November 13—Going to the Fiesta in Woodbridge, N.J. Price is $60.

Pick-up time is 8:00 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. For International Jamboree, plenty of music, entertainment, comedy and surprise guest. Menu-Chicken Francese, roast beef, Tilapia; glass of wine, special dessert, coffee, tea and soda. For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-3799613 or come to 135 Einstein Center, Room 39, Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. or call Mary at 718-379-4899 or call Ann, 718-379-0644. We want to say speedy recovery to DELORES MUSA. She is home from the hospital. Also to Genevia Lindsey, get well.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —M a r y P illa

Teens TAG (Blockbuster Bks) - Every Tuesday @ 4 p.m.; Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 p.m.

Teen Book Café - Every Wednesday @ 4 p.m.

Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m.

CR Arts/Crafts - Every Thursday @ 4 p.m.

Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Film - Every Saturday, 2:00 p.m. TBA

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible)

Jewish War Veterans Post 500 The Summer meeting of Co-op City Post 500 will be held on August 5th at 10 a.m. at the Town House Restaurant.

On the weekend of June 15th, the Department of New York JWV Convention was held in Ellenville, N.Y. Bronx County Commander (Post 500 Quartermaster) Leon B. Weinstein represented our Post. He will relate to us all that took place at the Convention at our August meeting.

Here is a listing of coming events which we would like members to try to attend.

July 8th, Bronx County Meeting at the Bronx VA Hospital. July 15, all Bronx County Posts will be selling Poppies at Yankee Stadium, prior to the game. July 20th Bronx County JWV will be holding an Oneg-Shabot at the West Point Academy Chapel. July 26th at the Bronx VA Hospital’s Veterans Nursing Home, we will help out at a barbeque held for the nursing home vets. If you need a ride to any event, call Leon at 718-379-9289.

Birthday greetings to our 92-year young Commander, Alex Selikoff.

—M a r vin Wa r m

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

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us.

If you SEE something, SAY something!

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The Way International The Way International®, a nondenominational Biblical research, teaching and fellowship ministry would like to welcome the Co-op City community to be a part of our Bible Study Group. We are dedicated to teaching the accuracy of God’s Word and its practical application in our lives.

Luke 6:38 KJV says: “Give and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again”.

This verse will become clearer with some understanding of Eastern customs. When a merchant in the East sold grain (wheat, barley, corn), he brought his merchandise bound up in sacks to the purchaser at the market, where grain was sold not by weight but by “Measure.” With both hands he shoveled the grain into his wooden meas-

ure until it was partly full. Then he shook the measure strongly from side to side so that the grain would settle.

He repeated this process again and again until it was full up to the brim. He then pressed on it and put in more grain until it began to over flow and run over. Now the “measure” was considered to be A “GOOD MEASURE, PRESSED DOWN AND SHAKEN TOGETHER, AND RUNNING OVER.” Ephesians 6:8 KJV says: “Knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord.” All good things come from God. If you are doing good to others, you are actually doing good to yourself, because that good will come back to you.

Our giving with the right attitude is important to God. The proper attitude in giving is described in Romans 12:8 ... “he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity”... The Greek word for “simplicity” in this verse is “without self-

seeking.” Our attitude as believers is to give from love, not for personal gain or recognition. There are many ways we can give out of our abundance physically, mentally and spiritually; it can be money, it can be our time, it can be our talents, we can be a good listener for someone who needs our ear, we can pray for each other and for situations going on in the world. Each of us has ways in which we can give and help others.

When we give of what we are able with a pure heart to bless others, we can expect God to bountifully bless us back with A GOOD MEASURE, PRESSED DOWN AND SHAKEN TOGETHER AND RUNNING OVER. We welcome you to join our Bible Study Group on Sundays at 12 p.m., July 8th, July 22nd and July 29th at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #10. God bless you.

—E velyn Sa n t ia go

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.

SUM M E R C HUR C H SC H E DUL E (DR E SSDOW N SUM M E R AT T I R E J ULY 1 – SE P T E M BE R 2) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

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

T HE F O L L OW I NG P RO G R AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L O OP NORT H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service - Every first and second Fridays (Beginning August 3rd) OT H E R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S Saturday, July 21 – Sunday, July 22 – CPC Tours’ Annual Lobsterfest Weekend at the Nordic Lodge, home of the Giant Viking Buffet. Include shopping at Clinton

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

We ek ly Sc h ed u le: Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. and choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

(Please note: The Sunday School and the Bible Study Group will be on break for the months of July andAugust.)

We look forward to welcoming everyone at service on Sunday, July 8, at 9:00 a.m.

C h u r ch C a len d a r : There will not be a class for confirmation and new members this Sunday.

F u n d r a isin g E ve n t : On Saturday, September 15, the Men’s Club is sponsoring a day trip to Washington, DC. The trip includes a visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and an all-you-can-eat buffet luncheon.

Tickets are $90 per person. Bus leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Dreiser Loop deli.

Su m m e r St or e: The store will open on Thursday, July 26 and Friday, July 27.

Sa ve t h e Da t e: For the church’s Annual Picnic at Pelham Bay Park on Saturday, July 28.

For more information on the above events, please call the church at 718-320-0844. “ O Lord my God, I cried out to you, *and you restored me to health” . (Psalm 30:2) —M . C h a m b er s

Crossing Outlets, evening at Mohegan Sun Casino, hotel accommodations, transportation. Cost: $325/single; $265/double; $255/triple. For additional information and/or reservations, call (718) 671-1182.

Saturday, August 18th – Nurses Ministry’s Annual Shopping Spree to Reading, Pa. (Vanity Fair and Burlington Outlets). Bus departs 7:30 a.m. from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City). Donation: $43. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 671-7935 or (718) 671-1754.

Saturday, September 15th – Join the Nurses Ministry on their Annual Trip to The Big “E” State Fair in Springfield, Mass. Departure from Church Annex (2053 Asch Loop North, Co-op City) at 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $60/adults; $35/children (3-10). For additional information and/or to make reservations, call (718) 671-7935 or 671-1754.

Wednesday, October 24 – Friday, October 26 – CPC FALL FOLIAGE TOUR IN THE BEAUTIFUL SHENANDOAH VALLEY. Includes a visit to the Martin Luther King Memorial, Washington, D.C.; drive on the

Skyline Drive along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, visit to Luray Caverns, a wine tasting experience and shopping at Charlottesville’s Historic Downtown Mall. 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, accommodations and transportation. Cost: $395/double occupancy; $495/single. For additional information and/or reservations, contact CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182.

A FANTAST I C R AF F L E W I T H FANTAST I C P R I Z E S! The Women’s Day Committee is sponsoring an incredible raffle: 1st Prize – a 40 inch TV; 2nd prize – a 32 inch TV. For just $5 per raffle or the bargain price of 5 raffles for $20, here’s your chance to win a remarkable prize. The drawing will be held on July 29. Winners need not be present. Don’t be left out. Stop by their table after service and pick up your raffle tickets.

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

E va n G. M it ch ell —E

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

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

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

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

Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors. Bring a friend who would like prayer.

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

The Lord said, “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20 C r escen d o C hr ist ia n M u sic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open

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

Private and group lessons are available.

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

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

Fam ily Night: The regular Friday night activities will change for the summer, keep your eye on the paper to see what’s happening at the church. We are going to have movies under the stars and other events.

Tr ip t o La ncast er : Jonah, we are going again on October 26. We hope those who couldn’t make the April trip will come this

time. We will be going to Hershey Farms for lunch (Hershey Farms has many amenities, such as a general store, bakery, and animals for the kids). Cost is $135/person, $122/teen (13-18) and $114/child (5-12). Deposits must be in no later than July 15th; make your reservations early because the bus is filling up. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473. If no answer, leave a message, someone will get back to you.

I want to thank everyone who participated in our first fish fry. It was a great success and hopefully we will do it again in the future. We sold every dinner and sandwich.

Everything was quite delicious, again to everyone who helped make it a success, I say thanks and God bless you all.

—Rev. Dr. M ilca C . P la ud

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

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

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

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. The Church of the New Vision invites you and your children to the Youth Sunday School.

Our mission is to provide the Word of God to young people through Bible Study, activities and programs. All youth ages 2-18 are welcome. Sunday School takes place every Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. We look forward to seeing your children there!

L ist of Pr ogr ams and Events: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

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

Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month Singles’ Ministry meets, every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m.

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

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

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

Come join New Visions “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. Registration is 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 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofthenewvision.com.

—Car ol H a que

Broun Place Townhouse Association Greetings, neighbors, Our guest speaker, Ms. Sheena McNeil, Director of the Sales Department, gave an excellent presentation on a variety of subjects including Succession Rights, transferring (upgrading/downgrading) and much more information. She answered everyone’s questions. We were all very impressed with Ms. McNeil and wish her the best. For those of you who were not there, you missed a “fantastic informational and fun” meeting on Thursday, June 28th.

There was good food and great dancing.

Thanks to David for providing a great assortment of music.

The Association will meet again in September, 2012. There will be an election for the following positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The entire Executive Board is resigning. As President, the Executive

Board and I have worked extremely hard communicating with Management in addressing cooperators’ complaints to complete repairs, upgrade and maintain the yards and grounds, security issues, and addressing many other problems that existed in Broun Place. Management, including Mr. Vernon Cooper, General Manager, and Department Directors, have done a great job in assisting us. They have attended Association meetings speaking directly with cooperators about any existing issues we had and making sure the problem/s were resolved. Public Safety Officers have been visible in our community on a regular basis, thanks to Chief Frank Apollo.

We have done our best to initiate ways to attract cooperators to attend monthly meetings with little results. We have the same loyal members who show up at each meeting. To those few and to those who

assisted us by joining committees and distributing flyers (including the Executive Board), I cannot thank you enough. In order to have a strong Association, you must have full participation by all cooperators. The present Executive Board has accomplished many things in Broun Place by working together AS A TEAM, and supporting each other. By working together, they have allowed me to do my job as President and each has done superbly in their individual roles. I wish to thank Vice President Gwendolyn Roberts, Secretary Carolyn Nathaniel, and our fastidious Treasurer Ann Ventrella. I also thank Iris Sanchez who is the Goodwill Coordinator, Romelle Gonzalez and Gloria Abdul, Social Committee, and Lillian Richardson who manages our 50/50 raffles. Also, Mr. Jesse Seisse for his Fundraising efforts. It is up to each of us

to become involved if we really care about our homes. Hopefully others will step up to the plate and run for the office of their choice.

If you observe any suspicious activity or anti-social behavior, contact Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and the NYPD at 9-1-1.

We pray for a speedy recovery for all our neighbors experiencing health challenges and to the homebound. We send condolences also to anyone who has lost a loved one. Congratulations to those celebrating a birthday or a special event.

You can email us at brounplaceassoc @hotmail.com. We wish everyone a healthy, happy and safe summer!

Be good to yourself and everyone else; after all, it will not cost you anything!

—M a r j or ie H elm s

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

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

1659 EAST GUN HILL ROAD, BRONX, NY 10469

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

REV. DR. CALVIN E. OWENS, PASTOR

(718) 862-9172 OFFICE (718) 862-9179

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SUMMER CHURCH SCHEDULE: JULY 1 - SEPT. 2 (Dress-Down Attire) WEEKLY: ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL - 9:00 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE - 10:00 A.M. PRAYER MEETING & BIBLE STUDY - WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM

MONTHLY: COMMUNION SERVICE - 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS

ALL ARE WELCOME!

• Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue A wealthy woman was once asked to help the people in the slums of her city.

She refused, saying that she did not want to set foot in such filthy places. One day, she dropped her diamond wedding band in the mud. Without a moment’s hesitation, she put her hand into the mud and retrieved her ring. “It is not fear of filth,” commented her friend, “that prevents you from helping out. You just don’t want to inconvenience yourself. You just don’t want to be bothered with other

people’s misfortunes.”

If we wish to help others, we must be willing to get involved. We must be prepared to carry out difficult, unpleasant tasks. We must be ready for hardship and heartache. There is no easy way to help people. In the end, however, we will be remembered not by how much we kept for ourselves but by how much we shared with others. We will be remembered not by how much we saved but by how much we gave away.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council will sponsor a trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Battery Park, lower Manhattan, on Tuesday, July 24. Our bus pick up will be at 10:15 in front of the hardware store in Dreiser Loop, and we should be back in Co-op City about 3:30. You may bring a bag lunch to eat in

areas designated on the grounds outside the museum, or purchase food in their dining facility. The cost for the trip is $5, payable in advance, to the Council. Please come into our office at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #18, or call Lynn Levine at 718320-1234.

—Lynn L evin e

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City is location in Section 5, at 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B. The M en’s C lub is running a trip to the M O UNT AI R Y C ASI NO in Pennsylva nia on MONDAY, J uly 16.

COST: $30 per person with a $25 slot and a $10 food voucher. Player may use any machine or table. Remember you need a government photo ID card to get your bonus slot play. Payment is due by July 9.. We provide a free snack going, play games, and on

the return trip, we show a movie..

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

PLEASE NOTE PICK-UP TIMES HAVE CHANGED. P ick-up stops: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:20 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

—Br uce Gitelson Shalom!

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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), 1-718-379-6920.

Note: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, we are here from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Please honor your Yiskor pledges. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Candle lighting on Friday, July 13, is before 8:09 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, July 7 at 9:14 p.m.

M en you ar e needed for a M inyon. 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.

Coming Events: Saturday, July 7 at 9:00 a.m. – Morning services.

Saturday, July 14 (Bastille Day) at 9:00 a.m. - Morning services – The Kiddush fol-

lowing services is sponsored by Mimi Berlofsky in honor of her July 4th birthday.

Sunday, July 15 at 1:00 p.m. – Let us gather for another fun-filled afternoon of Bingo sponsored by the Synagogue.

Admission is $3/person. The cost includes snacks and refreshments. Come one, come all and enjoy.

Save these dates: August 5 and August 19 are the dates for Sunday Bingo fun afternoons. See you soon!

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

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy and painless recovery in double quick time.

Happy 41st Anniversary to Martin and Sheila Linder who are celebrating this joyous occasion on July 9th. Many more happy and healthy times to continue.

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

Shalom!

Mir iam E velyn Ber lofsky —M

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

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

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

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

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

Condolences to Frieda Epstein & family on the passing of Barbara Sanders, Frieda’s daughter.

—M a r vin Seid m a n

Einstein Cancer Fund Reminder - Tuesday, July 10th Foxwoods Casino. The cost per person is $33. Casino bonus $15 slot play plus a $15 food voucher. We have seats available. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Please bring a valid photo I.D. and your casino card.

Saturday, September 8th, our annual raffle luncheon at the Seashore Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. The cost per person is $48 and includes a choice of broiled filet of sole, broiled or grilled salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, chicken parmesan, prime rib roast of beef, and barbequed chicken or ribs or a combination of both. There will be an appetizer, salad, pasta, potatoes, beverages and a special strawberry cake.

Everyone will receive a raffle ticket which enables all to go home with a gift.

Come spend an afternoon of good food, fun, and friendly atmosphere and companionship.

Wednesday, October 24 - Foxwoods Theatre and Casino for a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, $57. All who have made deposits, please start sending in your balance of $30 by September 21st.

For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958 or Lydia at 718-671-3005. You can call us in the morning hours up to 12 p.m. or in the evening after 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Our prayers of good health and healings are wished to all. Stay safe.

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

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level).

Our telephone number is 718-320-3774.

Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptist church.org.

Midweek worship service, Bible study classes and prayer services is on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

Tomorrow, Sunday, July 8, the Christian Education Ministry will celebrate Christian Education Recognition Day at our 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Betty Spencer, Associate Minister at Union Baptist Church in Harlem, NY. We invite all

to this service.

On Sunday, July 22, the Pastoral Care Lay Shepherds will celebrate their 2nd Anniversary Service at our 11 a.m. service.

The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Rebeca Rodilo, Director of Pastoral Care and Counseling Programs at the New York Theological Seminary. All are invited.

On Saturday, July 28, the church will hold its annual picnic. The picnic will be held at Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT. Adult donation is $55, children ages 312 will be $30 and children under 3 are free.

This is an all-inclusive trip with an unlimited buffet, rides, access to the beach and live Gospel music. The bus will leave at 10:30 a.m. from in front of the church. For tickets or additional information, call 718-6711918, 718-320-3893, or 718-320-3774.

On Saturday, October 6, we will celebrate

our Pastor’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary at the Greentree Country Club at 12 p.m. The Greentree is located at 538 Davenport Ave, New Rochelle, NY. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. James A. Thornton, Pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Brooklyn, NY. Ticket price for adults is $90; children, 3 to 12 years, $60. For tickets or additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-320-1825.

Fashionable shoes and Philly cheese steaks – what could these two items possibly have in common, you might ask? It’s the Philadelphia Premium Outlet in Philadelphia, PA. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them on Saturday, October 27. Ticket price is $45. The bus will leave from the Emigrant Savings Bank located at Asch Loop and Bartow Ave at 7:30 a.m. sharp! For tickets or additional information, call 718-379-0541, 718-671-7507, 718-671-

1918 or 718-320-3774.

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

Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.PrincipleCentered Living.com or www.RevDrSheldonE Williams.com.

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

H a t t ie L . L ucas —H

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 nondenominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money

you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

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

Summer Sunday Schedule: July 1 September 2 Prayer and Meditation - 9:05 Devotion - 9:40 Divine Worship - 10:00 a.m.

Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

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

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “Do you Love Him?” Reading from Sacred Scripture: Isaiah 64:4.

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Weekly Act ivit y Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. during July. No Bereavement Group during August. We will resume Mon., Sept. 10 at 6:30. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know.

Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-3200002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address.

“I was hungry and you fed me”…Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith is just a phone call away. For more infor-

mation in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

Our Health and Wellness Ministry would like to assist every member of the community to have and maintain a healthy lifestyle. We have all natural products that addresses your needs. Call Lady Theresa Smith, 718-9255052, to place your order.

Upcom ing I nvita t ions to the Com munity: Saturday, October 6, noon - 5:00 p.m., come celebrate a milestone with Church of the Savior’s 10th Anniversary, Eastwood Manor, Bronx, NY Tickets $80. Reserve your table NOW. Journal ads also available.

Call Lady Theresa Smith, 718-925-5052, for more information.

Thought of the Week: “Fear is the MS of the soul that prevents you from walking in faith.”

—Dr. R ober t A. Smith, J r.

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