Co-op City Times 08/03/13

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

Vol. 48 No. 31

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Saturday, August 3, 2013

Riverbay anticipates substantial additional J-51 real estate tax abatements for improvements

BY ROZAAN BOONE Riverbay Corporation has applied for more than $20 million in J-51 tax abatement benefits, and those applications are moving ahead with the city’s Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) so far approving more than $12 million in tax abatement benefits for windows, masonry and roof replacements.

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“I am happy that the New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development has started issuing certificates for the tax credits,” said Merola.

“These tax credits will reduce Riverbay Corporation’s real estate taxes for the next 10.8 years and help to keep the carrying charges at the lowest possible

Co-op City shareholders stand to receive approximately $1.7M annually in real estate tax abatement credits over the next 10.8 years once all 14 of the corporation’s applications have been approved, thereby reducing the community’s tax burden. So far, the city’s HPD has approved 12 applications worth about $17M in tax abatements.

Photo of Co-op City by Elijah Bernard

Riverbay’s Finance Director, Peter Merola, explained that once HDP approves all of the applications, Riverbay should receive approximately $1.7 million annually in real estate tax abatement credits for the next 10.8

level, as well as keep Co-op City affordable.”

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Annual National Night Out celebration and movie set for Tuesday

BY BILL STUTTIG

For the third year in a row, Co-op City’s annual National Night Out celebration will feature the showing of a free outdoor feature film. This year, the celebration will take place on the north sector Greenway with the screen set-up north of the stage area.

Also, the film will be the recent hit movie, The Avengers, which features a full array of evil-fighting superheroes, all of whom were originally created for the legendary Marvel Comic Books of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

The movie begins at 8:30 p.m., but the celebration will start at 6 p.m. as local community organizations and businesses will provide information on services available in the community, and the 45th Precinct and Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety will offer information of available crime preven-

tion and community services. Public Safety officers will hand out DNA sample kits instructing parents how to take a DNA sample from their children, and properly store it so it can be provided to law enforcement agencies to help in identifying their child in case he or she ends up lost or missing.

Public Safety officers will also be distributing information on the community’s RUOK program which is a daily phone check-in program for seniors living alone, updates on its emergency data base, and recruiting residents for Co-op City’s Mass Emergency Notification Program which contacts and alerts residents to emergency notifications concerning the community via e-mails and text messages to mobile digital devices.

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Technological know-how leads to arrests of iPhone thieves

BY BILL STUTTIG Moments after a local teenager was assaulted and robbed of a new iPhone while walking along Bartow Avenue last Wednesday afternoon, Public Safety officers were able to track down the alleged assailants by using some modern technology and some good old-fashioned footwork.

The teenaged victim of the robbery reported to Public Safety that he was walking along Bartow Avenue near the former Bingo Hall when he was approached by two young men who asked him for the time. He reported that they then grabbed his iPhone from his hand and punched him around the head. When his two friends tried to intervene, they too were punched before the assailants ran away west on Bartow Avenue.

Moments later, the teenagers reported the incident and theft to Public Safety headquarters, a block away in Bartow Center. Lt. Pam Apollo, who was the tour supervisor that afternoon, asked the young robbery victim for his e-mail address and password. Lt. Apollo said that she then

pulled out her own iPhone which is equipped with a “Find My i-Phone” application. She punched in the e-mail address and password and discovered that the stolen iPhone was now at the intersection of Edson and Bartow avenues.

Lt. Apollo and three other officers, along with the three teenagers then jumped in a Public Safety van and drove to the location. When they arrived, they observed two men, who were identified by the victims as the thieves, boarding a Transit Authority bus which then headed south on I-95. Instead of giving chase, which is against Public Safety policy, Lt. Apollo continued to monitor her iPhone which had the “Find My iPhone” application still active. She watched as the iPhone’s location headed south on the highway along with the bus.

According to Lt. Apollo, after a few moments, the stolen iPhone was stationary again near the intersection of Wilkinson Avenue and Bruckner Blvd., which is in (Continued on page 10)

Freedomland Commemorative Plaque Ceremony in Co-op City

The Friends of Freedomland and the Riverbay Fund are presenting a Freedomland USA Commemorative Plaque ceremony on Saturday, August 17, at the Bartow Avenue Mall.

The ceremony will begin at 12 p.m. in front of the old Baskin Robbins location.

Freedomland existed on this site from 1960-64 and attracted millions of visitors. This great theme park, shaped in the map of the United States, told the history of our country.

The community is invited to celebrate the commemoration and to learn more about Co-op City’s rich history.

A “super” reason to give blood …

Riverbay employee Sandy Jimenez was one of 98 people who donated a pint of blood to the Riverbay Community Blood Bank on July 25th.

The drive was administered through Hudson Valley Blood Service to help alleviate a serious blood shortage in the region. Blood donations typically drop to dangerous levels during the summer months because the number of blood donations drop due to vacations or the season’s increased emphasis on recreational activities.

Still, the need for blood donations can increase during the summer months as the rate of traffic accidents and other incidents resulting in serious injury increases. All donors at the Riverbay Blood Drive receive a pair of free Mets tickets for a future game and are placed in a drawing for a pair of tickets to this year’s Super Bowl at Met Life Stadium in New Jersey on February 2nd. Co-op City residents will be given another chance to enter the raffle, receive the Mets tickets and — most importantly – donate a pint of blood at a second blood drive from 3 to 7:30 p.m. on August 15th in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

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J-51

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LLP, the law firm that was hired to file for the credits, fourteen applications have been filed with HPD. Twelve applications have already been approved which will provide the shareholders with an additional $17,000,000 in real estate tax benefits before they expire. There are two applications remaining that, once approved, should

provide additional benefits.

The J-51 program was enacted in 1955 to encourage the owners of residential buildings to upgrade cold water flats by installing heat and hot water system and has since been expanded to include real estate tax benefits for most capital improvements, certain repairs and conversions of buildings to resi-

Chief Frank Apollo of Riverbay’s Public Safety Department said: “National Night Out is an excellent opportunity for the police and the community to come together and form a positive relationship.

The exchange of information which occurs is a positive step in not only forming this relationship, but also it allows the CCPD and the NYPD to distribute valuable crime prevention information in order to keep others safe.”

Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, Michelle Sajous, the coordinator of the evening’s activities, assures residents that this year’s speeches will be kept to a minimum but fun, information, and entertainment will be set on maximum. The evening will also feature dancing performances from the community’s senior line dancing troupes including the beloved Bartow Swingers and the Dancing Gents of the Bartow Senior Center.

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National Night Out

The program will also include free hot dogs, water and juice drinks and a special KidCam through which the community’s children will be given the opportunity to appear on the big screen before the movie starts. The free hot dogs and juice will be available beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The evening will be sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, the 45th Precinct, the 45th Precinct Community Council, and State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto.

Each first Tuesday evening in August is designated as National Night Out during which communities throughout the United States are asked to come together in an outdoor public gathering to make a statement that their neighborhood will not be held hostage to crime. Traditionally, Co-op City holds one of the biggest and most wellattended National Night Out celebrations in New York City and this year should be no exception.

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

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dential use.

Essentially, the program provides two types of benefits—a tax exemption and a tax abatement.

“Riverbay Corporation receives a tax abatement which reduces existing taxes by a percentage of the cost of the work that is performed,” said Merola. “So for the most part, the work has to be per-

formed first and then we file with HPD for the credit which is actually in the form of a certificate that is then filed with the New York City Department of Finance which handles billing.”

To pick up the certificate, which is referred to as the Certified Reasonable Cost (CRC), the city charges a small percentage of the total abatement granted.

GFI and Smoke Detector Installation Schedule Week of 8/5/2013 through 8/9/2013

Building 9B 9B 10C 11A 11A 11A 11B 11B 11B 11C

Floors 7 thru 4 3&2 9 thru 2 26 thru 22 21 thru 9 8 thru 2 26 thru 20 19 thru 5 4 thru 2 26 Thru 17

Installation Date Monday 8/5/2013 Tuesday 8/6/2013 Monday 8/5/2013 Monday 8/5/2013 Tuesday 8/6/2013 Wednesday 8/7/2013 Wednesday 8/7/2013 Thursday 8/8/2013 Friday 8/9/2013 Friday 8/9/2013

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Mammography Van in Co-op City

Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto, in conjunction with Project Renewal, formerly operating as Women’s Outreach Network, will be sponsoring a free Mobile Mammography Screening Van which will be located outside of the Baychester Public Library, 2049 Asch Loop North, today, Saturday, August 3, beginning at 1:30 p.m.

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

An appointment is necessary.

Please call 1-800-564-6868

National Night Out in Co-op City Tuesday

The annual National Night Out activities will be held in Co-op City on Tuesday, August 6, from 6-9 p.m. on the Section 1 Greenway. Bring your chairs and let’s join forces to eliminate crime in our community.

In addition to several activities geared towards promoting safety and ensuring the security of residents, participants will enjoy a “Movie Under the Stars.” Once again this year, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto is joining with the Riverbay Fund to present “The Avengers.” Bring the children and enjoy the show.

Free summer meals at P.S. 153

The New York City Department of Education is offering free breakfast and lunch each Wednesday this summer beginning July 9th at Co-op City’s P.S. 153, 650 Baychester Avenue. Any child under 18 years old is eligible for the free meals. Breakfast is available between 8:30 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. each weekday through August 29th.

Lunch is served between 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. also on each weekday through August 29th. A different nutritionally balanced breakfast and lunch meal will be served each day of the week to give the children a healthful variety of food throughout the summer.

FRONT PA G E

Night Supervisor of Porters is first female to hold post

BY ROZAAN BOONE When Filomena Velasquez was promoted to a supervisory Porter position on the evening shift in early June, 2013, she became the first female employee to ever hold that position.

“I was very proud to be a part of the process to offer Ms. Filomena Valasquez a promotion having worked with her for the last 10 years,” said Ron Caesar, Riverbay’s Director of Human Resources.

“I have always known her to be a hard working and dedicated employee and I am happy to see her continue to progress within the Riverbay Corporation. This is a new beginning and hopefully it will encourage other women to pursue higher endeavors within the corporation. I wish Filo continued success in her new role.”

“I felt very proud when I was told about the promotion by Mr. Caesar and Mr. (Luis) Salazar,” said Filo, as she is widely known to everyone around the Riverbay Corporation where she has worked for the past eighteen years. “I felt like my supervisors appreciated all of my hard work and I always try to do my very best and make sure that there are no complaints about me and my coworkers.”

Before her promotion, Filo was a common fixture on the 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. shift in the Bartow Community Center where she was a Porter and then the Lead Porter, working diligently alongside the other porters to keep the community center, which houses the Riverbay Administrative offices, spotless and in tip-top condition.

Filo recalled that when she told her husband, Carlos Velasquez, that she was going to apply for a Porter job at Riverbay more than a decade ago, he told her that the job required a lot of lifting and manual labor which he did not believe would be easy for her. Carlos himself has been retired from Riverbay Corporation for 18 years, having worked as a Porter for 30 years. Nevertheless, Filo said, “I came by myself and filled out the application and I was hired.”

As Lead Porter, Filo was responsible for organizing and motivating her coworkers to get their jobs done which included cleaning and upkeep of the inside of the community center—making sure the community center rooms are set up correctly, making sure all Riverbay offices are clean on a nightly basis, making sure the shopping centers are clean, and inspecting the community center and shopping center on a weekly basis for needed repairs.

“We also assist the Maintenance Department if they have an emergency in the residential buildings after 4 p.m. because the building Porters only work up to 4 p.m.,” said Filo. “On the weekends, we assist with parties and other functions held in the community centers. We make sure they have what they need, that the garbage is taken out and the floors are clean for the people to enjoy the facility.”

Filo said that during the more than 15 years that she has been a Porter, she has learned everything about her job.

“I enjoy my job and because I know it so well, it makes it easy for me to manage,” said Filo, who currently supervises 9 porters on the 3-11 p.m. shift. “We work

Filomena Velasquez

as a team where we help each other and I enjoy that.”

In addition to the inside of the building, Filo’s responsibilities also include paying attention to conditions in the surrounding exterior of the buildings as well.

These include the cleanliness of the dumpster pads, compactor rooms and checking for light bulbs that need to be replaced, among others.

“First of all, I would like to wish Filo much success in her new position,” said Luis Salazar, Director of the Riverbay Janitorial Department. “She is a hard worker and very well deserving of this promotion. I would like to congratulate her and welcome her to the Riverbay management team.”

As the night supervisor of the Porters, Filo also works very closely with the daytime supervisor, Joshua Blake, who was also her supervisor prior to her promotion.

“I would like to congratulate Filo on this big accomplishment,” said Josh. “I am very proud of her. Filomena demonstrates a strong work ethic for herself, and for the staff that she supervises. Even though she is the evening supervisor, we Photo by Bill Stuttig

do work closely as a team because even though it is two shifts, we are one department and one team.

“I have been training Filomena for the past few months and she is a very quick learner,” Josh added. “She has improved the department tremendously with new ideas and innovations on how our staff should do certain types of work. Filomena has opened the door for future women who want to be a supervisor in the Janitorial Department, and is an inspiration to all.”

In July, 2011, Filomena, then a member of 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union, participated in an English as a Second Language course jointly sponsored by Riverbay and the union. In all, 27 Riverbay employees signed up for the class and upon graduation, Filo was chosen to be the class speaker.

In her address, Filo stated: “Thanks to Riverbay Corporation for offering the opportunity onsite to the members. It helps everyone here in the Riverbay community to have a better life.”

At the time, with new confidence in her ability to express herself, Filo said that she intended to keep moving forward. “I am looking to better myself; to become a better worker and be able to help my family…”

In addition to being a Riverbay employee, Filomena Velasquez and her family have also been residents of Co-op City where they have lived for the past 20 years. Filo and Carlos have been married for 25 years, and they have two children, Wilber, 30, and Karla, 20.

“I love living here and I always try to do the best for my community—making sure it is clean and I try to participate in a meaningful way and show I care about my community,” said Filo. “At Riverbay, we are all family. I consider all of the employees my family also. I am so happy to belong to this company.”

101 years young and going strong

Louise Signore, a 42-year resident of Co-op City, celebrated her 101st birthday on Wednesday with friends and fellow Bingo players from the Bartow Senior Center.

When asked to give advice to help her younger neighbors to live as long, she said, “Don’t be a couch potato.” Signore said that the secret to her long life is an active lifestyle, regular exercise including dancing and eating the right foods. She added that staying single all these years helped as well. Always confident about her continuing longevity, she told this reporter, “I want to see you again at next year’s party too.” This reporter gladly accepted the invitation and marked it on his calendar.

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Riverbay’s Portico program enhances flooring choices for shareholders

Riverbay Corporation is a participant in the Mohawk Industries’ Portico Program which offers quality carpeting and flooring to shareholders of Co-op City at discounted prices while also contributing a minimal percentage of the annual sales back into Riverbay’s general fund to help offset the community’s expenses.

This program is open to both incoming and current shareholders of Co-op City and is available through TriState Interiors located at 2925 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10461. Incoming shareholders are given a voucher to offset the cost of the base carpeting/flooring 100%, while current shareholder can either replace or purchase carpeting/flooring at reasonable prices. All shareholders can also upgrade their choices if they choose to do so with incoming shareholders utilizing their vouchers and paying the difference of the upgrade.

According to Riverbay’s Ombudsman, Joe Boiko, in researching the community’s

flooring options several years ago when the carpeting that was used previously was discontinued, it was found that the vendor, Mohawk Industries, has a program that is designed for homebuilders, but because of the size of Co-op City, Mohawk agreed to extend the program to Riverbay Corporation as well.

“We felt that the products that Mohawk offered were better suited to the needs of the corporation,” said Boiko.

“We know what the shareholders like and would want and having worked with Mohawk in the past since they were also the manufacturer of the previous carpeting that was used in the development, we decided to go with their portico program.”

This new program offers two base carpets, a plush which comes in 36 colors that shareholders can choose from—and which is a green product—as well as a Berber which has 6-8 different color choices.

“From here, incoming shareholders

can upgrade to 3-6 different styles in each category,” said Boiko. “Should they choose to upgrade, the value of the voucher that Riverbay gives them, will be used towards the upgrade and they just merely pay the difference.”

New shareholders who choose not to carpet can use their vouchers towards other style floors, such as Pergo floors, vinyl flooring, vinyl wood look style flooring, ceramic tiles, and the new Riverbay 9x9 developed specifically for Riverbay by Mohawk, as well as a whole host of other choices, Boiko said.

On the other hand, current shareholders who would like to put down carpeting /flooring, redecorate or change their existing carpeting or flooring, can also make their purchases through the new Portico program, which also includes the Mohawk wood floors that Riverbay uses in the apartments.

“All current cooperators who choose to redecorate or upgrade their carpeting or flooring can go to TriState Interiors and

tell them that they live in Co-op City and would like to look at the carpeting or flooring available through the Portico program,” Boiko said. “From there, they can choose whatever they like from low end which is excellent carpet, to a very high end carpet and purchase from the company directly who will also install the carpeting for them.”

Boiko added that while the shareholders benefit in that they will get quality carpeting and flooring at discounted prices from Tri-State compared to other carpet/flooring companies, Riverbay also benefits in that the corporation will receive a rebate of approximately 2-4% of all annual sales which will go back into the corporation’s general fund.

“This program is a win-win situation for everyone,” said Boiko. “It offers quality flooring, it offers discounts and, at the same time, it offers a minimal rebate at the end of the year which goes back into the general fund so it helps to offset some of Riverbay’s expenses as well.”

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

The 6-hour course, which is offered through the National Safety Council of which Riverbay is a member, has been open only to Riverbay’s employees, their family members and friends for the past 10 years, and were generally held once every three months over two evenings during the week or on weekends. Now, the program is online at a cost of $44.96, and anyone in the general population can enjoy the reduced price by entering Riverbay’s referral code.

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

“It is important to point out that anyone interested in taking advantage of this opportunity should contact their respective insurance company first to ensure that they will be eligible to receive credit for taking the defensive driving course online, which in most cases, will result in a reduction of their insurance premiums,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “It is also a plus that the housing company can receive credits for those taking the course when they use our referral code to register and I invite everyone in the development to let their family members, friends and co-workers know about this program. I also thank them because having more conscientious drivers on our roadways benefits everyone.”

Cooper noted that Riverbay has been providing defensive driving courses to its employees for the past decade precisely because the corporation recognizes the

importance of safety, especially among those staff members who operate vehicles.

“We realize how vital it is that the people who drive vehicles for the corporation are in fact operating them safely and are fully aware of the State’s traffic laws particularly as they relate to the work that they do, and this includes the individuals who drive our trucks, vans, construction equipment and passenger vehicles,” Cooper said.

“Therefore, I am all for any policy that promotes defensive driving courses and anything that can be done to encourage people to take these courses is beneficial.”

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

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

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

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

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

Applicants must complete a minimum of 320 instructional minutes, answer 25 questions at the end of the course and

achieve a score of 75% or better to pass the course. Each applicant is allowed three attempts to pass the course, after which it must be repurchased.

After successfully completing the course, the defensive driving certificate is

mailed to the applicant.

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

Defensive driving course sponsored by Riverbay available online and open to general public

Installation of Smoke Detectors, G.F.I. Outlets, Asbestos Inspections and Apartment Door Painting Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

We currently have two separate groups conducting this work. Southside Electric Inc. has been conducting the installation of smoke detectors and G.F.I. outlets and supervising the asbestos inspections and apartment door paintings since June of this year. The company has two teams of people, approximately 6 people per team, who are working from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. each day and they then have a few people that stay on from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. to catch those cooperators who were missed during the day.

Although there was a learning curve initially in terms of the volume of work that could realistically be done per day, Southside seems to be working at a good pace now and the concerns or issues raised initially have subsided. Southside has been working on Saturdays as well to accommodate cooperators as best as possible.

Southside has worked on every floor of Buildings 1 through 8 and at said buildings, their work is approximately 75% complete. Southside Electric, Inc. has basically completed Building10A and 10B and they are currently working in 10C where they anticipate completion

by Monday, August 5th, with again the exception of several apartments where cooperators were not available and have been asked to make appointments. They are scheduled to start in Building 11 on Monday afternoon.

In addition to the work being performed by Southside, our own in-house staff is conducting these installations at Building 9, with 4 teams of people. Our people are doing this work from 4 p.m. until approximately 9 p.m. Thus far, Building 9A has been completely done and we are currently working on the 11th through the 8th floors at Building 9B. On Monday, August 5th, our teams are scheduled to work on the 7th through the 4th floors in 9B and we will work on the 3rd and 2nd floors and finish this building on Tuesday. The majority of cooperators have been extremely helpful and cooperative, however, there are a small percentage of cooperators who have not complied by giving us access to do this work and for those who are in this category, and we are encouraging you to contact Southside Electric or Riverbay, respectively, as quickly as possible so that this mandatory work can be done; For the buildings handled by Southside, please call (914) 602-7007 and ask for Marisol, and those cooperators who reside in Building 9, please call CSO 1 at (718) 320-3457.

We thank you for your cooperation.

Water Tank Problems at Buildings 9, 10, 11 Here recently, we have experienced several problems with the water tank that feeds domestic water to Buildings 9, 10 and 11. Yesterday, the Heally Ruff control system serving these buildings failed; this was the second failure of the system this week. On Monday, the sensor probes controlling the water level in the tank failed, due to corrosion. Temporary repairs were made by the following day, Tuesday, in order to restore service as

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quickly as possible. On Tuesday, the Power Plant staff performed proper repairs to the probes. As a precaution, all cooperators in the affected buildings were notified of the potential loss of hot and cold water. However, by carefully monitoring the system during the repair, there was minimal interruption of service during this repair work.

Yesterday’s service interruption resulted from a failed relay on the controller, which maintains water level and pressure in the system. The system overfilled with water, causing flooding in the basement. Root cause of this event is still under investigation. Normal service was restored throughout the three buildings by the end of the day.

It is important to note that we are making every effort to upgrade our equipment to help circumvent this type of condition from repeating itself. We have received approval for the installation of a $3.5 million system that will replace control valves, sensors and other ancillary equipment and will include the installation of an alarm system that will enable the Power Plant staff to monitor the water levels inside the water tanks, giving them forewarning if or when the water level drops too low or rises too high in the water tanks.

This is a major undertaking that will take a considerable amount of time to have installed throughout the entire complex; Leonard, Powers, Inc., who are the contractor awarded the job, is currently running power lines and installing control panels, which will be followed by the eventual replacement of controls and sensors, although we still have a long way to go in terms of the eventual replacement of this equipment throughout the development. The good news is that the project is underway and the new equipment will be installed for all of our water tanks.

Load shedding activities We’d like to thank the residents of Co-op City who heeded our call two weeks ago to conserve the use of electricity in the community.

That week, because of the ongoing heat wave, Riverbay, as a participant in the Con Ed Distribution Load Relief Program (DLRP), was asked to export 6,000kw of electricity to the Con Ed grid for five consecutive days, which the Power Plant did successfully without having to reduce the amount of electricity required to provide for the Co-op City community since the plant provides excess electricity to allow for sale to other utilities when needed.

At the same time, we also participated in a voluntary load shedding event called by the New York State Energy Research & Development Agency (NYSERDA) where we were asked to actually curtail or cut back on our use of electricity as

good neighbors. In this instance, the laundry rooms were closed, the lighting in the garages and community centers were turned down, air conditioning in the centers was curtailed and at least one elevator was shut-down to reduce the use of electricity development-wide. Notices to this effect were posted in the community to alert cooperators.

Please note that these were separate events and the curtailment in no way means that the Power Plant was unable to handle the needs of the community and simultaneously export 6,000kw to the Con Ed grid. In other words, curtailment did not occur to allow Riverbay to sell electricity to the Con Ed grid to help cover its load city-wide.

Nevertheless, in being “good neighbors” and participating in the NYSERDA load shedding event, we helped the city by being able to export at least

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6,000kw to the Con Ed grid and avoided massive blackouts and brownouts citywide which could have affected a lot more than the 4,000 residents in the Eastchester section of the Bronx where residents did suffer a black out during the heat wave. As a matter of fact, the 6,000kw of electricity that Riverbay exported to the Con Ed grid was sufficient to power an additional 2,000 homes.

It should be noted that even though Riverbay is paid for the export and sale of excess power to other utilities, it is not done to the detriment of the community’s needs. We have, and continue to stress the importance of energy conservation efforts within the community so as to cut down on the overall cost of providing such power that enables us to enjoy electricity and power when others may not be able to.

Basement Storage

Shareholders, please ensure that you secure your personal belongings in the unit you pay for.

Do not leave items outside of your unit door, the aisles, or on top of the units.

Unsecured items (regardless of what it is) can and will be discarded. This includes items tucked away in unauthorized units.

Riverbay Corporation is not responsible for personal items left unsecured for any reason in the basement storage room or outside of the room.

—Riverbay Commercial Properties Department

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Letters to the Editor

No representation for the disabled

To the Editor: Last week, I joined a handful of other Co-op City representatives in testifying before the MTA Board of Directors about the need to restore lost bus service to this community. While there, I looked around the room and noticed that of the more than 20 MTA directors, not one was disabled despite the responsibility of the Board to make decisions which affect perhaps the largest public transportation service for the disabled in the United States – Access-a-Ride.

Unfortunately, the MTA is not alone in making major decisions affecting the dis-

abled without involving the direct input of representatives of the disabled community. Charities, such as the United Way and even United Cerebral Palsy, provide programs designed to serve the disabled without even having one disabled member on the Board of Directors.

Here in Co-op City, at least two Directors have a significant disability so the case can be made that there is some representation on the Board of the disabled, a large and growing percentage of the population here. But rarely are issues affecting the disabled ever brought up by these two representatives or anyone else

on the Board for that matter.

Let us not forget that Co-op City is the largest NORC in the nation and it is estimated that fully one-third of the residents here are over 60 with most of those people having some form of disability.

Co-op City, along with the rest of the city and the nation, must include the disabled in its daily decision-making process over services, programs, and facilities. As the population ages and disabilities grow, the voice of the disabled should be heard more and more, not drowned out due to neglect and apathy.

—John Rose

Pressure should be placed on Governor

To the Editor: Political representation as related to this vast complex is, to me, a mockery of all of us, and our three-year battle with the MTA/NYC Transit surely justifies the characterization mildly.

The outcome of the concerted effort of the organized intent to constructively penetrate the MTA’s Board meeting is what I anticipated while praying this time we would be successful. “Studies, studies” – months more until perhaps comes Winter 2014, just maybe, a token singular change might silence us.

July 4, I wrote to Governor Cuomo detailing and restating all the issues and effects of what these cutbacks have inflicted on our residents as others have directly pursued. My prompt reply from

him, while seemingly encouraging only if you’re politically naïve, I accordingly viewed as “bull.”

What do we do now? Sit like fools and wait for “studies,” our “Community Board” or listen to our new City Councilman turn our demographics into an offensive opportunity to employ “discrimination” into his argument for relief?

I have less tainted vision and referred in my letter to Gov. Cuomo, to MTA’s discrimination to the entire community, to its vast disabled residents, et al.

Now, Gov. Cuomo’s personal ambitions, be they re-election next year or who knows where he’s focused, should have us exerting unrelenting pressure directly on him with a campaign of all manner of personal direct appeals to use his power to

rectify this discriminatory disregard of this vast state originally financed community, state supervised and state disregarded

by MTA (a state authority) who also receives funding for NYC transit services from our City Council.

All the politicos turning up here to butter us up for votes amounts to sheer unrewarding political grandstanding. Our own voices, our pressure on the Governor who recently promoted Tom Prendergast to his current chairman position while at NYC Transit he did nothing for us and now “studies?” Bay Plaza’s expansion effects while overlapping into our regional concerns, should not hold up our internal absolute prompt restoration of our internal transportation access.

—Marilyn Brand

Disappointed with Board decision

To the Editor: The decision by the Board of Directors of Co-op City to not conduct a feasibility study concerning the use of the former Bingo Hall as a Youth Center was very disappointing to me.

The decision represents a complete disconnect concerning the needs of this segment of our community. To not even explore the possibilities that could make this a reality for our children is inexcusable. How do you know we can’t afford it if you don’t research what resources are available to make it happen? Co-op City is a multi-million dollar operation

that can’t find a way to provide a major facility for young people.

The NYCHA has been providing community centers and year-round recreation for children. Co-op City should be better. Children are the reason Co-op City is marketed as a family community. This major and most important segment, our young people, are being treated as less than other members of the community who receive many services and considerations who happen to be adults.

You want to have these kids occupy a storage room? There seems to be very

little effort from the powers that be to improve services to the most overlooked portion of our society. Remember, parents need help. To not even give this very important and long anticipated improvement to this home of ours a chance is despicable on the part of the people who have chosen not to. You wonder why you need to entice Co-op City residents to turn out and vote? This may be the reason why. Things don’t change very much for the better for the residents here who are underserved – our young people.

—S. Dixon

Why are Con-Ed’s problems used as an excuse to unnecessarily cut services?

To the Editor: I am a little confused about how our Power Plant operates and am hopeful that someone in Management can enlighten me.

The New York City Grid suffered excessive demands a week ago. Riverbay responded in two different ways. It shed load by shutting the laundry rooms in the

middle of the afternoon and shutting off the lighting in the garages. It also supplied the Grid with six megawatts of electric power.

The Power Plant is actually capable of providing sixteen more megawatts of electric power than Co-op City’s peak load for which we paid an extra $20M. Shutting the laundry rooms and turning off the lights in the garages did not shed

the load on the Grid as we were not only not drawing any power from it, but were in fact supplying power to it.

Please explain why it was necessary to shut the laundry rooms to respond to Con Ed’s request to “shed load on the grid” when we were not drawing any power from the grid?

—Stewart Berman

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Public Safety Report

CCPD offers CELL PHONE tips

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO It seems like everywhere you look, you see someone speaking or texting on a smart phone. This article will offer some smart tips to keep both you and your phone safe. Cell phones present a hazard to you if used while driving or even walking. Cell phones and other electronic devices can be a target for theft while in your possession or when left unattended. The Department of Public Safety, in connection with the New York City Police Department, offers free registration of electronic devices. Future dates will be posted in the Co-op City Times and on the Public Safety website, www.ccpd.us.

Public Safety Blotter, July 21-27

July 27, 4180 Hutchinson River Parkway East CCPD responded to this location to investigate reports of persons on the roof. Officers investigated and found six persons loitering on the roof. Officers issued community complaints to the residents and escorted the group off the roof.

July 27, 131 Einstein Loop CCPD units responded to a report of a fight at this location. Upon arrival, officers observed a fight taking place in which two males were hitting another male with walking sticks. The two males were arrested, charged with assault and booked into the Bronx Central Booking facility. The victim suffered minor injuries and was treated and released.

July 27, Erskine Place and Palmer Avenue The CCPD Emergency Service Unit was approached by an unknown female, who stated there was a man in a car that may need help. The officers arrived and found a male bleeding profusely from the head. Upon further investigation, it was determined the man had been shot numerous times in the head.

EMS arrived and treatment was commenced. The male, however, was conscious and alert. The male was taken to a local hospital and treated for as many as five gunshot wounds to the head. The victim survived the shooting and his assailant was captured within a short time following the incident.

July 26, 950 Baychester Avenue A complainant reported that their car was parked at this location and when they returned to it, found someone smashed a window and removed his GPS. July 25, 4140 Hutchinson River Parkway East A male being questioned in regards to an earlier altercation with a female became agitated and began yelling and cursing at officers. When the man refused to calm down, he was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.

July 25, 100 Elgar Place An officer responded to this location to clear a group when one male began drinking beer in front of the officer.

The officer placed the individual under arrest and issued him a summons for Public Consumption of alcohol. The man was also found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest from 2012 apparently for drinking alcohol in public and not going to court. He was remanded to Bronx Central Booking to face a judge in regards.

July 24, Bruckner Boulevard and Wilkinson Avenue CCPD received a call from a victim of a robbery. Upon their arrival, the officers were informed by the victim that he was assaulted by two males who then took his iPhone.

Using technology, the location of the phone was tracked to the corner of Bruckner Boulevard and Wilkinson Avenue. Once on scene with the victim, a positive identification was made. The officers called the phone and found it in the pocket of one of the suspects. He was arrested, along with an accomplice, and charged with Robbery. The victim was treated at a local hospital and released.

July 21, 170 Dreiser Loop CCPD officers responded to this location to investigate a report of a cell phone robbery. Upon arrival, the victim was able to provide a description and direction of flight. Officers responded to the area and located a suspect who was positively identified by the victim. He was arrested and charged with robbery among other charges and remanded to the Bronx Central Booking Facility.

Operation I.D. is a free service which involves registering the serial number of valuable electronics along with the owner’s name and contact information. Items can also be engraved with a uniquely identifiable serial number prefaced with the letters N.Y.C. This program makes property in the possession of a thief easily traceable. It also allows found property to be quickly identified and quickly returned. Any questions regarding this program, visit the NYPD community affairs www.nypdcommunityaffairs.org. You can also follow the NYPD on Facebook at facebook.com/nypd.

These sites also offer safety tips on a variety of topics.

If you have an iPhone, be sure to register your iPhone with the iTunes application “FIND MY iPHONE” before you lose your iPhone. This application allows you to use another iPhone or Mac computer to track and hopefully recover your lost phone.

Other types of GPS enabled phones may have similar tracking applications. Be sure to register your phone before it is lost.

In New York State, it is illegal to Text and Drive.

Texting and driving is probably the single most dangerous thing you can do. Previously, a driver could only be pulled over for another traffic infraction and given a summons for texting and driving in combination with another infraction. Now texting and driving alone is cause for being pulled over and issued a summons.

Looking at a text, sending a text or otherwise looking at a cellular device are all summonsable offenses. Even when stopped at a red light, it is illegal to send or look at a text. Texting and driving is a leading cause of fatal automobile collisions. Young people are at an even higher risk due to lack of driving experience. Please make all drivers in your household aware of this new law.

Defensive Driving courses give drivers more information about distracted driving from cell phones and other hazards and how to avoid them. Drivers should consider taking a Defensive Driver Training Course.

These courses teach drivers tactics in becoming a safer driver, plus provide an insurance discount and possible point reduction. By entering Riverbay Corporation’s referral code #664 at www.ddc nsc.org/ny you can receive a $5 discount off the Online Driving Course.

The course is regularly $39.95, comes out to $34.95 with the discount. The course is an interactive, informative course. You have one month to complete the

course in as many sessions as you desire. Users have three attempts to score at least 75% on the exam at the end to receive credit. The online course offers the same benefits as the live course. A computer with a flash drive is required; Visit the website for more information.

Cell phone thefts are on the rise throughout the world and New York City is no exception. The reason for this is a worldwide resale market for stolen phones and what is perceived to be easy targets. You can avoid being an easy target by being aware of your surroundings when using your phone. When distracted on a cell phone, both you and your device are in danger.

Keep your cell phone, wallet on keys directly on your person in a secure pocket. Use your cell phone only when at a safe location and never while driving.

That way, if someone steals your purse, you will have your cell phone to call police. It is a good idea to register all electronic devices with NYPD and also record the serial numbers, including the IMEI#. This number is located behind the battery and also within the onscreen information about the phone. It is a good idea to store this number with the receipt of purchase in the event the device is ever lost or stolen.

Camp is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians, skaters and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely.

Never drink if you will be driving; never drive if you have been drinking. Avoid distraction from cell phones or other electronic devices. Also be sure to wear your seatbelt any time you are in a vehicle.

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

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

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about: CONTRACT SUMMARY

• Contract 2834, Installation of Water Treatment System: Complete the Construction, Installation, interconnection, and successful commissioning of a complete Make Up Water Treatment System at the Riverbay Cogeneration Facility.

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

Bids Due: August 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required Contract P507, Purchase of Ice Melt Bids Due: August 6, 2013 at 2 p.m.

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Contract P505, Purchase of Seagull Light Fixtures Bids Due: August 12, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Contract P506, Purchase of Mannington VCT Flooring Bids Due: August 12, 2013

• Contract 2865, Purchase of Boiler Feedwater Pumps: Purchase and supervised startup of the new Feedwater pumps Pre-Bid Meeting: July 23, at 2:00 p.m.

Bids Due: August 8, at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Insurance: Insurance is required

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

There are no employment opportunities to list this week. Please check back next week.

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

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Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

HCR’s policies for incoming and transferring shareholders

Last year, the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) issued new guidelines for Riverbay to immediately implement regarding outgoing and transferring shareholders.

As a result of the new guidelines, outgoing shareholders are responsible for the payment of carrying charges for up to 90 days from the date they surrender their keys, or until the apartment has been sold, whichever is earlier, as set forth in DHCR’s regulations at 9 NYCRR SS 1727-5.2(b)(7).

Riverbay’s prior policy was that outgoing shareholders would be responsible for payment of their carrying charges until lease expiration or until the apartment was sold, whichever is earlier.

The new guidelines also specify that whereas Riverbay’s prior policy as set forth by the Board of Directors required transferring shareholders to pay the equity for the new apartment that they are moving to at the rate at which they paid equity at the time of their original admission to the development, to assure that all shareholders are treated equally, DHCR now requires all transferring shareholders to pay the current equity of $4,500 per room for the apartment that they are transferring to.

According to the correspondence sent to Riverbay’s Management by DHCR’s Assistant Commissioner Richmond McCurnin: “Procedurally, the current equity payment will need to be paid in full at the time they take possession of the new unit and the refunded equity, less restoration charges, can only be paid upon the restoration and resale of the vacated unit.”

Consequently, DHCR disapproved of Riverbay’s prior policy of requiring transferring shareholders to accept their new apartments “as is,” with the incoming shareholder paying for the restoration and refurbishment of the new apartment. As a result of this, DHCR directed Riverbay “to refurbish and restore all apartments to be transferred to existing cooperators or to be assigned to new cooperators moving into the development for the first time.”

Based on this DHCR directive, Riverbay now incurs the added cost to restore the apartment for the transferring cooperator, however, the payment of full equity at the current $4,500 per room rate is expected to help defray this expense.

When apartments were provided to transferring shareholder in an “as is” condition, Riverbay incurred minimal costs to get the apartment ready.

The Riverbay Finance Department points out that transferring shareholders

will be eligible for the deferred equity program which was implemented by the Riverbay Board in 2011 whereby they can put down 25% of required equity (at $4,500 per room) at closing and pay off the balance over a 7-year period with a small deferred premium added in.

DHCR also mandated the housing company to set aside three out of every four available apartment for internal transfers, as set forth in the state regulations at 9NYCRR SS1627-1.3(a).

Regarding apartment preference both for internal transfers and new admissions to the development, DHCR noted that applicants will be able to indicate certain preferences, e.g., for a specific size apartment, a particular area of the complex, or for a higher or lower floor, at the time of their application. However, any changes in preferences after their application is submitted, but prior to the time that an apartment is offered, will result in their application being placed at the bottom of the waiting list which reflects the new preference.

The only exception to this rule is for applicants who request a change in the size of the apartment they desire based on a change in family composition. In these instances, the applicant will maintain their place on the waiting list.

“In order to ease the administration of the waiting lists, Riverbay will keep the allowable preferences to a minimum, and requests to use preferences other than those set forth above must be submitted to DHCR for its approval within thirty days of the date of receipt of this letter,” the HCR directive read.

DHCR also directed Riverbay to cease charging shareholders the reserve fee of 50 cents per room, per month for the first 31 months of residency.

This Reserve Fee was established back when Co-op City was first occupied to provide the housing company with a fund to be able to buy back units that could not be re-sold due to construction defects.

Riverbay can also no longer impose a 50% surcharge on the carrying charges (or on use and occupancy) paid by a succession applicant from the date they submit their succession application until the succession application has been finally approved or disapproved by DHCR. Instead, the DHCR directive stated: “Riverbay will accept income affidavits from succession applicants instead of rejecting them, and then imposing the 50% surcharge for failure to file. In the event of any discrepancies or other issues, Riverbay will write a letter to the cooperator or applicant.”

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Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

Riverbay picks up tab for bed bug exterminating costs

Riverbay Corporation pays for exterminating costs associated with bed bug extermination, pursuant to a memo that was issued in late 2011 by the New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), the state supervisory agency, to all housing companies, owners, managing agents and site managers within its portfolio.

At the time, Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper said that the agency notified management companies under its jurisdiction that this type of exterminating costs should be offered to residents at no charge.

“This was right in line with our thinking because it was becoming clear to us that when left to deal with bed bug infestations on their own, because of the prohibitive exterminating costs, shareholders were attempting to take care of the prob-

lem by using over the counter products which oftentimes might not effectively address the problem,” Cooper told the Co-op City Times.

The General Manager noted that it was best to have licensed exterminators provide this service than to have residents buy chemicals over the counter and try to abate on their own. This helps to ensure that the problem has been thoroughly and properly eradicated at each location, and also helping to minimize the possible spread to other apartments. A licensed professional can also give the shareholder sound advice about how to safeguard their personal property to either circumvent the spreading of bed bugs and how to properly discard what may be already infested and as a result unsalvageable.

“Hopefully, with the housing com-

Elevator Inspections Schedule Elevator Category 1 and Category 5 inspections are required by city law.

These inspections will be conducted in Co-op City according to the schedule below. Each inspection will take 1- 1! hrs. to complete.

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

Category 1 inspections

Wednesday, August 7 140 Elgar Place

Bldg. 33

Elevators 1, 2, 3 & 4

8 a.m.

Thursday, August 8 120 Elgar Place

Bldg. 34

Elevators 1, 2 3 & 4

8 a.m.

Tuesday, August 13 100 Erskine Pl. 120 Erskine Pl. 999 Co-op City Blvd.

Bldg. 31A Bldg. 31B Garage 1

Elevator 1 & 2 Elevator 3 & 4 Elevator 1 & 2

8 a.m.

1 p.m.

Wednesday, August 14 99 Asch Loop

Garage 4

Elevator 1

8 a.m.

177 Dreiser Loop

Comm. Cntr. #1

Elevators 1 & 2

11 a.m.

Great job, Yvonne!

Congratulations to Yvonne Hartridge on successfully competing in her first USSSA Fastpitch Softball 14U National Tournament. Yvonne’s team, the USA Ladyhawks of Mt. Kisco, NY, finished 9th in a field of 60 teams. Yvonne had a .625 batting average in this Tournament, which was held in Salisbury, Maryland last week, featuring teams from 10 states and Canada.

Yvonne, who transferred to Cardinal Spellman H.S. from Pelham Prep H.S. to further her academics and involvement in sports, is a product of the Co-op City Cougars which was a part of the Co-op City Little League under Les Tarlton, about five years ago. Both of her parents, Pat and Ron Hartridge, Parent Coordinator at PS 153x, are also products of Co-op City.

—Ronald J. Hartridge

pany paying for bed bug exterminations, this will help to demystify the whole idea of treating for bed bugs and will lead to residents being more receptive to coming forward to let us know they have a problem so we can address it quickly and prevent it from spreading from apartment to apartment and building to building,” Cooper said.

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

Also, shareholders are reminded that the City of New York requires that mattresses and box springs that are being discarded to be enclosed and sealed in plastic bags for

garbage disposal and collection so as to prevent the spread of bed bug activity.

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

In addition, Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related fines and legal fees. (The City of New York and Riverbay do not provide mattress or box spring bags or covers.)

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

These covered items should be brought to the basement or placed on the dumpster pads for proper trash collection.

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Get Ready for Another Increase Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

We are getting another increase on October 1, 2013. And, unfortunately, some people feel that we should be grateful to receive “only a 1% increase.” However, what do you say? Can you afford to pay more money to live here?

Listen I talk to a lot of people in this community. And, a lot of people are frustrated by these increases. Yet, when you read this newspaper, you would think that all is well and that people are joyfully accepting these continued increases.

However, that so-called joy is not being expressed by our cooperators. In fact, when you take the time to listen to our cooperators, you’ll see that lots of people here are furious over these increases.

“What are they doing with all of that money? Why do we have to get continued increases? What is going on with that Board and Management? Why does the Board approve everything from Management?”

Think, when have you ever read an article about an increase that has reflected the voice of the people that live here? For instance, if the Board had a vote on this matter back in March 2013, why hasn’t this paper printed one article—good or bad—to show what you have to say on these continued increases? Remember, we voted on this matter back March 2013.

But, even before the Board took that vote, how come there wasn’t any input from the community at an Open Board meeting? Why wasn’t your opinion taken into consideration?

Keep it Quiet Think about this one question: How is it that this community can elect a Board to represent them, and then that Board has a

Arrest

the vicinity of the Pelham Bay station.

Moments later, the Public Safety officers arrived at the location and observed the two males, previously identified as the thieves, waiting for another bus.

Lt. Apollo said she and the other officers approached the suspects and began questioning them about the alleged crime.

The two suspects denied involvement until Lt. Apollo punched in on her phone the number of the victim’s phone and when it rang in one of the suspect’s pockets, the two suspects were placed under arrest and then formerly identified by the victims.

The two suspects were not Co-op City

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

closed-door meeting and vote for an increase that will affect everyone here? How is that possible?

“Oh, we only voted for a 1% increase.”

Nonsense! Was there ever a community-wide meeting to listen to our cooperators on this increase?

The answer is no.

Look, we expect other groups—like the USPS, the city and state—to listen to us before they impose their will on us.

However, we don’t demand the same treatment from our Board of Directors.

Example: Look at what happened when we protested about the closing of some of our post offices. We signed petitions, had several meetings, and we spoke out over those proposed closings. And, as you can see, our voices were heard.

But, my question is why couldn’t the cooperators here voice their opinions before the Board voted on an additional increase? Why did this vote take place during a closed-door meeting?

Did anyone get to ask about any efforts to reduce the budget to avoid an increase before this vote was taken? No! Look, I don’t care what anyone says.

This was wrong, especially when we had a 3% increase in 2011 and another 3% increase in 2012.

But, again, a vote was taken behind closed doors before the community was hit (Continued from page 1)

residents. They were charged with robbery in the second degree, assault in the second degree, and possession of stolen property.

Chief Frank Apollo, Commanding Officer of the Public Safety Department, said: “My compliments go to Lt. Pam Apollo and the other three officers involved in affecting this arrest in such a timely manner. Their knowledge of the latest phone technology led to the quick arrests, as well as the recovery of the valuable stolen item. Staying on top of technological advancements is vital in keeping up with ever-evolving and increasing theft of new technology.”

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with those increases.

And, as far as I’m concerned, I want this community to make their voices known before the Board votes on any increase.

Thereafter, I want this community to see who is supporting these increases.

These folks who are supporting these increases seem to think we should be proud of this 1% increase. However, everyone that has spoken to me is outraged over these continued increases.

Therefore, I voted to not increase our carrying charges. But, did I vote correctly?

Well, let me ask you a question: Yes or no, would you have voted for another increase? Yes or no?

Based on the composition of our neighborhood, I say no. But, that’s me, as your elected representative, voting for you.

Bottom line: The cooperators here run this community. Therefore, we must demand that our voices be heard when there is talk about an increase. I believe any Director who votes against the overall goodwill of this community must be voted out of office.

Damaged Apartments How do you feel when you read these stories about your own neighbors who are fighting with Management over the conditions in their apartments? How do you feel when you read about these matters going to court?

Let me tell you something right now.

I am completely outraged over these matters. My personal point of view is that this elected Board must start forcing Management to fix these damaged apartments.

It only makes sense.

What would you do if you were on this

Board and your neighbor had a problem with their apartment? How could you say good morning, as a Board member or even as a decent human being, to your neighbor and not fight for them?

No, if your neighbor is suffering from poor conditions in their apartment, you get help for them immediately! There is no such thing as sitting back and letting “management handle it.”

This is completely crazy and it must stop.

We need for our Board members to work together for the overall good of this community. Sure, people can complain.

However, this Board must make sure that we’re doing our best to keep our entire community in good shape.

Therefore, we need people on this Board who will operate with this type of mindset.

Board members who are unwilling to step up to the plate to help their neighbors, in my opinion, must not be re-elected.

Close Unfortunately, there are many here that are not right. However, we are not going to give up and let this community fall apart.

Thank you.

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

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

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

Riverbay Board Buildings & Grounds Committee Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

The Buildings and Grounds Committee will begin operation in September and we will have meetings every other month.

The committee will consist of the Presidents and/or their appointed representative from each recognized Building or Townhouse Association, no more than two representatives per building/townhouse cluster. I will instruct the Riverbay Board secretaries to send invitations to the

Women Keeping It Real resumes: Our next session of Women Keeping It Real session is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., in the Association Room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place). It’s an INSPIRING, INSIGHTFUL, INFORMATIVE and often HILARIOUS social gathering of women of all ages discussing various issues. Remember! You must be 18 and over to participate. YOU and your friends are welcome. DON’T MISS IT! Our first Association meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 19 at 7:00 p.m. Our first scheduled guest is Mr. Ron Caesar, Director of Risk Management.

Risk Management provides professional expertise in analyzing the sufficiency of insurance coverage for the corporation.

This department manages Property

Presidents of the Associations who have provided updated information to the Ombudsman’s office. If your building or townhouse cluster does not have an asso-

ciation, I will accept individual applications to join the committee.

The Buildings and Grounds Committee will address problems associated with our Buildings and Grounds and we will make suggestions to the department heads of both departments. We will also invite to the meetings representatives from the Maintenance and CSO Departments. I will be preparing a memo that will be

included with the invitation to the first meeting that will explain how I intend to run the meetings this year.

For those of you who have already sent me a request to be a part of the Buildings and Grounds Committee, if you are a building president, there is no problem.

However, if you are not, I advise you to contact your President to see if he/she will make you the building representative.

Insurance Claims. Claims are initiated and forwarded to the department from the Public Safety Complaint Report, Cooperator Services Incident Report, Garage Department, Attorney’s letter or Lawsuits and Complainant walk-in. This department negotiates terms and conditions of coverage, secures evidence of current policies, reviews policies and coverage for legality and sufficiency. If you have a question about convector leaks and the impact numerous claims has on your insurance and other apartment insurance questions, this is the meeting for you.

The Association has been hard at work preparing activities for everyone’s enjoyment and has planned fundraisers to help continue and expand our programs. Are you interested in a community garden, dominoes, left, right and center? If you

are, please call or log into our website listed below and leave your contact information. This is an invitation to the entire community. Keep your eye on the Co-op City Times for scheduled dates or check our website. Please support us and attend the events and have fun. Our calendar includes the return of some favorites and the introduction of some new items.

Our next trip is scheduled for Saturday, September 14. The Sands Casino/ Winery/Outlet Shopping/Buffet Bonanza in Bethlehem, Pa. event includes: Amore Winery, Sands Casino, Sands Outlet Shopping and Old Country Buffet Dinner leaving 8:00 a.m. from 100 Casals Place, departing at 7:00 p.m. with a bonus of $15 slot play (offered by Casino subject to change). Cost: $85, by August 5. The outlet stores are on the premises. Seats are

going fast so don’t miss out. For those of you who have reserved a seat with your first installment, send in your second installment or if you want to accompany us, send payment in full by the due date.

We will see you in September, either on the Sands Trip or at our return Association meeting scheduled for September 19.

Checks for events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to Bldg. 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. All activities are on a first come basis. For information, contact Leslie Peterson at 718-3201370, Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, our website: http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Bill Gordon

Committee Report

Chairperson, Buildings and Grounds Committee

Building 13 Association

Garage 8 Construction Notice

★★★★★

Please be advised that the 3rd and 4th floor will be re-opening as of August 2nd, at 3 p.m. However, due to ongoing repairs, specific sections of the garage on the 2nd floor will be temporarily closed as of August 5th.

Please have your vehicle removed by 7:00 a.m.

THE SECTIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

C-SIDE SECTION, CLOSEST TO THE REAR ELEVATOR

Please note that parking will reopen in the B and C sections of the 3rd and 4th floors as of Aug. 2 at 3 p.m.

During construction, there will be no thru traffic on the C-Side.

We ask that you please pay attention to the signage and barriers.

For your safety, please exercise extreme caution and drive slowly.

THANK YOU.

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—Riverbay Parking Facilities Department

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Cooperators Tell MTA “Restore Services”

Joining demonstrators from around the city, three busloads of Co-op City residents filled the streets in a lively demonstration at the Madison Avenue office of the MTA, on July 24. The chants of the demonstrators for the restoration of bus services shook the MTA Board room.

A host of community leaders from Co-op City were present, including former Board President Helen Atkins, Board President Bill Gordon, and Board members Eleanor Bailey and Reva Francine Jones. Many elected officials were there as well. Leadership of the Transport Workers Union, who provided the buses for the Co-op City demonstrators, addressed the rally.

The Co-op City presence was acknowledged by the newly appointed MTA chair, Tom Prendergast, during his report to the agency’s Board. Although he expressed empathy with our community’s demand that at least some services be restored and expanded, Pxrendergast announced that there would first be a five-month MTA survey of existing services.

THE VERDICT IS ALREADY IN – RESTORE OUR SERVICES Addressing the demonstrators in the street, City Council member Andy King questioned the need for such a survey.

The verdict by Co-op City riders who have been living with those cuts for three years has been loud and clear, King said: Restore the services now!

The MTA conducted no preliminary surveys when it recently restored some

Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

Bernard Cylich

Director’s Viewpoint

services in other parts of the city, and when it reintroduced other services in spring, 2012. Co-op City appears to be receiving unequal treatment from the transit agency.

In my comments to the MTA Board, I reminded its members of what happened following service cuts in 2010. At a packed protest rally in Co-op City, an MTA representative promised to report back in six months with results of a survey the authority would conduct of the effects of those cuts. We never heard a word about that survey. Echoing Councilmember King, I told the MTA Board that, among residents of Co-op City, the verdict is already in — restore the cuts!

Although at least 7 bus lines crisscross our community, none provides the services we had with the BX 26, BX 28, and Access-A-Ride, which were unjustifiably and irrationally cut. I also reminded MTA Board members of the 5,000 petition signatures we presented to them a year ago, calling for the restoration of those services, and of an additional 3,000 signatures submitted this year reaffirming those requests.

I emphasized the powerful community feelings and sense of unity behind

Blood is Urgently Needed Blood Bank coming August 15th

Donate & receive 2 Free tickets to the Mets, plus be entered into a lottery for Super Bowl tickets There is a severe shortage of blood for the New York City area, and the Hudson Valley Blood Services is appealing for donations. The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be hosting another blood drive in three weeks in Co-op City with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation. Given the severe shortage of blood, all who respond to this call for blood donations will receive two (2) free tickets to a Mets game, and be entered into a lottery for Super Bowl tickets. Even those who are rejected for whatever reason will be given tickets and entered into the lottery.

The upcoming blood drive will be held on Thursday, August 15, in Room 31 of the Bartow Center, from 3:00 to 7:30 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor. Those above the age of 75 may donate providing they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so. Individuals 16 years of age may donate providing they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org.

The Riverbay Community Blood Bank thanks those who participated in our donation drive last week, July 25. In total, 82 units of whole blood, and 8 units of red cell donors all of which is desperately needed were collected; 18 donors were deferred for various reasons.

On Aug. 15, the Hudson Valley Blood Services will once again have their Alyx System available to donors who choose to

use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood, the difference being that as you donate, the Alyx will separate your red blood cells components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration which type donation you wish to make. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate, even those on medications with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1800-688-0900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

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

Please be a caring person and donate the life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor.

For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3409.

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

those demands and the support coming from all our elected officials — Representative Eliot Engel, State Senator Ruth Hassel-Thompson, Assembly member Michael Benedetto, Council member King — as well as from City Comptroller John Liu; Public Advocate Bill de Blasio; Councilmember and Chair of the Transportation Committee, James Vacca, and former comptroller Bill Thompson.

I concluded by reiterating our offer to meet with the MTA to present our demands and proposals that could save MTA money while restoring all our bus services.

HOW STUDIES AND SURVEYS STIFLE AND SCUTTLE Using studies and surveys to stifle and scuttle an important public issue is an old tactic. Set up a study or a survey, then endlessly examine the issue until public pressures dies down.

Chairman Prendergast announced the survey plan after a Co-op City delegation, under the auspices of Assemblymember Michael Benedetto, met a week ago with the Director of the State Department of Transportation, Karen Rae. She agreed to forward our demands to the MTA chair. We’ve heard nothing since.

What needs to happen is a large Co-op City delegation traveling to Albany and directly petitioning Governor Cuomo.

He’s the one who appoints the MTA Chair and two-thirds of the members of its Board. The message to the MTA should be loud and clear: “Restore our

services first. Conduct your surveys and studies later.”

No more delays. Restore all our bus services now.

DR. KING’S DREAM The Co-op City African American Association is chartering a bus to Washington to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March for Jobs and Equality. It was at that event, on August 28, 1963, that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made his memorable “I Have a Dream” speech. I participated in that historic march, where a multiracial crowd of a quarter of a million people helped to change the course of history.

The demonstration was, at that time, the largest gathering the nation’s capital had witnessed. It contributed to subsequent passage of the Voting Rights Act — which, unfortunately, the Supreme Court recently stripped of some key sections.

Once again, we must raise our voices to demand the fulfillment of the dream of voter rights, access to affordable education for our youth, and jobs with living wages for all.

I’ll be in Washington on Saturday, August 24. I hope you’ll be there too.

Reserve your seat on the bus by calling Francine Reva Jones at 718-671-5957 THESE ARE SOME OF MY VIEWS. I’D LIKE TO HEAR YOURS. REACH ME: By mail at Riverbay Board, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx NY; By phone at 718-379-5874; By email at www.lichsr @earthlink.net.

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Building 20 Association

Greeting to all. My name is Edwinna Herrera, and I am the Building Association President. The Association would like to thank our shareholders in trusting that we will serve them responsibly and respectfully in matters that concern our community.

Since I’ve been in office, the shareholders have been responsive to the call, and their support has been great. Building 20 will continue to fight to make Co-op City one of the greatest diverse communities in New York City. Co-op City has become a

multicultural community, and Building 20 will continue to make sure that shareholders are treated respectfully and fairly. In our meetings, we may complain, shout, and agree to disagree, but our main goal is to maintain the “quality of life” that every shareholder deserves in Co-op City. Our philosophy is “we must keep moving forward.” This philosophy enables us to be a strong and vital force in our community.

I’d like to tell the shareholders that your ideas, complaints don’t go unnoticed and

that every idea or complaint keeps us on our toes in order to serve you better. With that said, let’s remember that “Rome wasn’t built in a day” and as shareholders we must remain patient but, consistent.

On a lighter note, I would like to give some Building 20 SHOUT OUTS! We’d like give a BIG UP to our Grounds and Maintenance men, Bass, and his crew, great job! We like to welcome back Ms. Jackson, our mail person, “we missed you;” We’d like to congratulate Kenneth

and Carrie Johnson; They tied the knot on July 20th, what a BEAUTIFUL WEDDING! Norma and Lelete, thanks; Mr. Harman, thank you; and Ms. Reva Jones, thanks for helping us “keep hope alive;” CCPD Officer Pebbles, for being visible; We know you are out there; and last, but not least, my husband, Carlos Herrera.

Most of all BIG UP to Building 20.

ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR SUMMER! —Edwinna Herrera

It is not too early to plan to join us for our trip to the Westchester Broadway Theatre on Friday, December 6 for the matinee performance of “White Christmas.” The price of $80 includes round-trip transportation, a full course luncheon with a choice of entrees, all

taxes and gratuities. To reserve your seat or to obtain further information, please call Eleanor Bailey at 718-379-7754 or Dolores Rankin at (718) 379-0910. You can mail your check/money order to Ms. Bailey at 4180 Hutchinson River Pkwy. #10 A, Bronx

10475 or Ms. Rankin at 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy. #10 E, Bronx NY 10475. There are a limited number of seats.

In addition, we are planning an Atlantic City trip for October. Further detail will follow. Also, please remember to pick up your

dryer sheets from the floor in the laundry room. They do present a slipping hazard and they are unsightly. We reside in a middle income cooperative; it is not a slum and should not look like one.

—Lorna Smith

Building 32 Association

MetroCard Bus to visit Co-op City in two weeks

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

On Thursday, August 15, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month.

The MetroCard Bus, which stops in Co-op City, travels around the city, stopping at senior citizen centers, shopping centers and along major bus routes. Customers can handle all of their MetroCard needs, whether it is applying for or refilling a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, buying or refilling a regular

MetroCard or asking MetroCardrelated questions. Senior citizens and people with disabilities may apply for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard on the Bus. They will need photo ID and seniors must show proof of age (at least 65 years old).

The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful on-board staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available. EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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

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

ROAD CLOSURE:

HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY/BOSTON POST ROAD TUESDAY, AUGUST 6th THROUGH SATURDAY, AUGUST 10th

NYS Department of Transportation is replacing the deck of the Hutchinson River Parkway bridge over Boston Post Road (Route 1) in the Village of Pelham Manor, Westchester County.

Boston Post Road will be closed to through traffic at the Hutchinson River Parkway and traffic will be detoured onto Interstate 95.

• Anticipate significant traffic delays locally and on Interstate 95.

• Allow for extra travel time when commuting.

Recognition for Emergency Medical Training…Chief Frank Apollo, Commander

of the Public Safety Department, presents a plaque to John Diaz, President of Code 1 Training, in recognition of the comprehensive emergency medical training he and his firm recently provided to Public Safety officers here. The recent training of additional officers allows Public Safety to fully staff the community’s Emergency Services Unit and provide emergency medical services from within the community on an around-theclock basis.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

Handicapped Adults Association

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

We are now selling jewelry. Many choices of necklaces and earrings and bracelets.

Our soft covered books are 25¢ each or 5 for $1, hard covered books are 50¢ each. There is also a small selection of canes for $5, walkers for $10.

—Arlene Rodriquez

NOTICE OF GEESE REPELLENT APPLICATION IN YOUR AREA

Please be advised that application of geese repellent will take place in the rear of Buildings 28 and 29, and the front of Buildings 34 and 35 on Wednesday, August 7 and Thursday, August 8, weather permitting.

We use a product called “liquid fence” which was recommended to us by the N.Y.S. Department of Environmental Conservation as it is harmless to humans and animals. This product will not harm the geese in any way; it only makes the grass distasteful forcing the geese to relocate.

While there is no negative health conditions related to this product, our contractor is, however, placing notice 24 hours in advance around the outer perimeters where this product is to be applied. At most, there may be a lingering odor from this product for up to 24 hours.

Thank you for understanding.

—RIVERBAY MANAGEMENT

Co-op Insurance

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Gatekeepers

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I would like to thank all the cooperators Director’s who have called to voice support of this Director's ongoing advocacy for a standalone youth center/community center for Co-op City.

Most recently, Management arranged a tour with the YMCA who may be interested in building a facility in the community.

While I commend this effort, we still need our own stand alone facility for our youth.

Given the size of our community we need options.

Movement Across the country, the People's Institute of Survival and Beyond is sponsoring three-day intensive workshops on "Undoing Racism." This Director completed the training and will be working with a diverse group of Americans who are concerned that race and racism is an issue that must be discussed with all age groups. AntiRacist Alliance Groups are forming across this city and state. There is no quick fix to what is happening in America today to certain groups in particular. In America

today survival of a people of African ancestry is at state. Our children are being killed and incarcerated like no other time in history. It is predicted that by 2017, more African American men will be incarcerated than were enslaved.

The 13th Amendment did not amend free labor in Prison. In 1705, it was built into the legal system that if a person kills a person of African ancestry, not only will they not be charged but could act as if nothing happened...How far are we removed from this type of thinking today? What happens when one segment of society is not given the value of a whole human being?

How has the white model of humanity affected all Americans? How has Colorism impacted all Americans?

Have we as a community done enough to get rid of the roots of the evil things happening to certain Americans?

Culture unites us and race has been used to divide us.

Moving forward, it’s great that we have those who will fight for an all inclusive American History in the years to come.

Evelyn Turner

Building 24 Association

Hi, neighbors…Well, let’s get right to the subject of the day…“our adventure outside of 120 Benchley.” You have read the information in this column, I hope, and seen the flyer on our Bulletin Board. Just to recap: Our trip is called the “3-in-1” – a boat trip around Atlantic City; lunch at a seafood restaurant and 5 hours at Caesars Casino on Wednesday, September 25th — the price is $75. The bus will leave from the back of our building at 7:30 a.m. Are you ready??? We have 9 travelers so far.

We need 31 additional to make our committed 40. Now that it has been spelled out again, please make your presence known by purchasing a ticket. Tickets will be sold in the lobby beginning Saturday, August 3rd, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. To our sick and on the mend cooperators, and those who may have had family losses, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We had an unusually hot July, but we “weathered” it. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday to purchase your ticket(s). Life can be sweet when we all meet.

—Celestine Withey

With deep sympathy

We are saddened to announce the passing of Gino Boccia’s mother, Nicolette Boccia.

Gino is an employee in the Riverbay Restorations Department.

Please join us in keeping Gino and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Celebrating new bike lanes in Co-op City

Thirty riders have so far signed up for the Transportation Alternatives Bronx Activist Committee’s celebratory ride on Sunday, Aug. 4, highlighting the new bike lanes within Co-op City and 222nd Street in the Bronx.

Riders will meet at 9 a.m. in the courtyard at the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, and will ride 10 miles travelling on Co-op City Blvd., 222nd Street along the Bronx River Greenway and then returning on Pelham Parkway and the Hutchinson River Greenway.

Interested area rider can RSVP at http://bikenyc.org/event/5229.

Viewpoint

Gatekeepers - Are the Board members and Management team. We are the ones who let policies in and keep others out. Management has the power to control all the systems that impact our lives. I believe that those with the power can keep us as a Board from working together on many issues. In my opinion, Board members who wish to be all inclusive will not survive the "slate." It is clear to this Director why we have not invested in today's youth (AfricanAmerican & Latino) like we have in Public Safety. It is clear to me why they would be placed in the BACK of a Building as opposed to a Front Building of commercial value. The predication of the need of the private Prison system is clear. As we review American History, what is happening to our youth and what we as a community invest in them is, in my opinion, a continuation of an historical construct.

Cooperators, continue to share your thoughts with all Gatekeepers. Who is going to protect our sons and daughters? You are!

Evelyn M. Turner - 917-324-1033 or evelyntinez @aol.com.

Co-op City Tennis Club

The Co-op City Tennis Club’s popular Adult Tennis Classes had added additional sessions. The current class schedule is Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m.-9 a.m. In addition to that class, there is an evening session. The evening sessions will be Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. The cost is $30 per day. That’s only $60 per week!! Tennis is a great way to stay and shape and to lose weight. Studies have shown that playing tennis only a few hours per week can cut your risk of death from any cause in half. In fact, there are many other benefits to play tennis such as: • Aerobic fitness – while playing, fat is being burned and higher energy levels are maintained.

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• Speed-sprinting side to side, back and up, chasing the ball during play and practice develops strong leg muscles producing increase speed • Agility – scoring a typical point in tennis can have a player changing direction as many as 5 times in 10 seconds As a side benefit, the overall challenge and joy of playing tennis, along with social interaction, makes the sport good for a person’s well being.

For more information and to register for the program, please contact Coach Aaron at 917-561-7121.

Register quick, space is limited.

—Aaron Carnegie

Call 718.320.3300, ext. 3384 for our affordable rates.

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Black Forum

Defensive driving on hiatus The Black Forum Defensive driving course will resume on September 14 in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Remember, don’t text and drive.

Returning to Aqueduct We will be returning to Aqueduct Casino today, Saturday, July 20. First pick-up from Dreiser Rehab is at 1 p.m., back of the Library on Asch Loop at 1:15 p.m.

and 135 Einstein Loop at 1:30 p.m. $20 per person; No refunds. Call (917) 2095334 for reservations.

Professional wrestling coming soon The Black Forum will be sponsoring professional wrestling on the greenway.

There will be two dates: August 15 on the Section 5 Greenway and August 29 on the Section 1 Greenway. Show time will be 7 p.m. Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the show.

Lobsterfest We are going to the Nordic Lodge for Lobsterfest and Foxwoods Casino on Saturday, August 17. The cost is $150.

Few seats left! First pick-up from Dreiser Rehab at 9:45 a.m., back of the library on Asch Loop at 10 a.m. and 135 Einstein Loop at 10:15 a.m. Call (718) 320-8035 for your reservation.

Notice: All Section 5 food pantry participants All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to be able to pick up your food.

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

Black Forum Lyon’s Mane Track Club Summer’s here. Register your child(ren) 6-18 years of age for the Lyon’s Mane Track Club. Call for information, (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget

constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

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

—Tony Illis

New Valley Forge Casino…

Saturday, September 28, we are heading to the New Valley Forge Casino, plus shopping at Philadelphia Premium Outlet and Buffet Dinner at Old Country Restaurant before heading back home.

Coach Bus leaves at 8:00 a.m. sharp from the hardware store in Dreiser Loop.

Price: $85. Few seats still available. Call to make reservation, 718-538-8606/718320-2366… Make checks payable to

NCNW Co-op City Section, mail to: P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475.

London & Paris, August, 2014…

NCNW is sponsoring a wonderful trip to London & Paris, August 14-21, 2014. Yes, August 2014. That gives you a year to complete installment payments of the $3,750 price. To make your reservation, $500 deposit is due by August 1, 2013. Trip insurance is an additional $300. Join us as we see the

Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and cruise on the Thames River and so much more. In Paris, we’ll ascend to Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, cruise the Seine River and much more.

Of course, there will be shopping galore. Start planning now! For further information: 718-671-4804, 718-6559034, 718-320-2366.

Members, please call Dorcas Lay, our section president, to provide the

time you will be available to help finish the cleaning of our rooms. The date is August 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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

Members/friends, have a safe and wonderful summer!

Happy birthday to our July/August members!!

—Maxine Sullivan

“Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it.” —Russel Baker TRAVEL EVENTS: Come join in the fun on: • AUG. 21st (Wed.) – SANDS CASINO RESORT, PA. Price: $35. Boarding 8:45 a.m./Departure 9:00 a.m. Bonus/giveaway to be determined.

• Sept. 16-18 (Mon.-Wed.), WASHINGTON, DC. (3 days/2 nights). Price: $319/double and $399/single. Transportation in a top-quality motor coach.

During your exciting guided tours, you will see all the DC monuments and memorials up close and personal, and learn the history and trivia surrounding the US capital. Photo stops are made at major Washington, DC monuments including the White House photo opportunity.

YOUR FINAL PAYMENT DUE THURSDAY, AUGUST 8TH. Travel insurance encouraged.

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

Deposit of $75 required to hold your seat. Final payment due Thursday, Oct. 3rd. Travel insurance encouraged.

(Travel contacts: Beverly J., 718-3790377 and Claudette D., 718-379-4784).

THEATRE COMMITTEE (prices include transportation): We now have theatre tickets for MOTOWN – The Musical, at the LuntFontanne Theatre for the Wednesday, Sept. 11th, 2:00 p.m. show. Price: $135.

Seats going fast. Immediate payment required. VAN will depart 11:45 a.m.

SHARP! (See Paisley). Note: Last MOTOWN show tickets through club.

Thurs., Nov. 21st, 2:00 p.m. – Radio

City Christmas Spectacular show.

Price: $75. Payment due ASAP! Space limited. Van will depart 11:45 a.m. SHARP! (See Paisley).

Thursdays (from 3:00-5:00 p.m.), Committee members will be in clubroom 19.

AFTER 7 p.m., questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-324-7847 or 718671-8637.

NOTE: When signing up for shows/trips – Your NAMES and PHONE numbers are required each time.

GOOD AND WELFARE: To members and friends who may be under the weather, we hope that each new day brings you renewed strength and brighter times, and know that you are thought of warmly and wished a speedy recovery.

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

The RETIREES’ Clubroom 19 at

Dreiser Loop (718-379-0377) is open year-round where we have fun and games 4 days a week (except Wednesdays).

BRIDGE CLASSES: It’s that time of year again! The 20132014 Bridge Classes are held in the RETIREES’ Clubroom 19 (Dreiser Loop) on FRIDAYS. The classes will resume on Friday, September 13th.

The (new) Beginners and the (advanced) Beginners class - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; The Intermediate class 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Don’t miss a great opportunity to learn how to play BRIDGE as it keeps your mind alert. Call Alvin Lisle, the master teacher, at 718-671-8852, to pre-register for one of the classes indicated.

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Dear cooperators, It was a pleasure to see as many as 150 cooperators fill three buses and head down to MTA headquarters in Manhattan to participate in the Transit Justice Rally on July 24th. Several cooperators were given a chance to speak and many public officials commented on the need for Co-op City to have its bus service restored. Several other cooperators waited to give testimony at the MTA Board meeting. However, due to there being people from many other communities in the City of New York, there was very little time specifically extended to Co-op City residents. I, and several other cooperators, did not get an opportunity to speak because our buses were scheduled to return to Co-op City at a designated time.

Director Bernard Cylich and some other cooperators did not return with the group.

They chose to wait until the MTA Board allowed additional time for testimony and returned home on their own when they were done testifying.

I was curious as to whether or not our petitions, letters and rally made an impact on the MTA Board and if they would agree to restore our bus service. I learned that the MTA has promised to make a detailed study, which will include a comprehensive review of existing bus operations and ridership in the vicinity of Co-op City to assess reliability of existing service and where there may be opportunities for improved connectivity. It is expected to take the New York City Transit Authority five months to complete this study.

The Youth Center Several Board Directors were invited to meet with Herb Freedman, Principal for Marion Scott Real Estate, and a representaNational Association for the Advancement of Colored People Mailing address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 President: Jerome Rice Office telephone: (718) 320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36.

Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com ANNOUNCEMENTS: Newly elected officers: President: Jerome L. Rice 1st Vice President: Joyce Wilson Secretary: Brenda Brown Asst. Secretary: Carole Haque Treasurer: Hermena Smith Asst. Treasurer: Terry Gavin Notice is hereby given that the officers

tive of the YMCA. We discussed the possibility of developing a branch of the “Y” here in Co-op City or at a nearby location convenient to cooperators. There were many conditions to consider and there will be an update forthcoming.

Board Chairs for 2013/2014 If you would like to join a Riverbay Board Committee, please call: Buildings & Grounds Committee: Bill Gordon; Commercial Rental and Leasing Committee: Helen Atkins; Community Relations/Seniors/Handicapped: Eleanor Bailey; Construction Committee/Power Plant/Restorations: Al Shapiro; Contract Compliance; Contract Compliance Committee: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab; Cooperator Appeals: Othelia Jones; Garage Committee: Leslie Peterson; IT Committee: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab; Inventory & Purchasing Committee: Andrea Leslie; Sales Committee: Tony Illis; Security Committee: Tony Illis; and Youth Committee: Eleanor Bailey.

The Audit Committee, chaired by Al Shapiro, is a special committee which will involve only two other Board Directors.

The Budget Committee and the Labor Committee consist of the Board as a Whole, only.

The Board President asked the commit-

tee chairs to give an overview of their committees for publication in this newspaper, but this has not yet been done. Most cooperators can probably gather, by the title, what the committee is about. If so, you should submit your name to join. You may make your request to the committee chairs by writing to them at: Board of Directors, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 - Attention: [name of board chair]; Or by calling 718320-3300, Ext. 3351.

If you intend to make a request for a committee, please do so as soon as possible, as the committee size is limited. It’s good to see the same dedicated cooperators on these committees, but it would be nice to see some new faces.

Supporting Community Events Last week was the first time I attended the “Open Mic” where anyone who wants to demonstrate their talents can do so.

There were several singers, including one of my neighbors, and a band. Everyone demonstrated positive, clean entertainment and it was an enjoyable evening. The event was sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, headed by Michelle Sajous, and featured Kevin Lambright as the MC. Lambright made it a very lively event.

I wish that everything could be so pleasing.

The African-American Association is supporting the Central Park Five in their fight for justice. On Saturday, 8/10/13, 2:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room #2, the Association will present an Education Forum featuring the showing of the Award Winning Documentary, “The Central Park Five,” followed by a question and answer session led by Omowale Clay of

December 12th Movement. Some of the victims will be present. Join us to learn more about the progress in this case, their pursuit for justice, and to discuss how we can create a fair system of justice for the future.

The African-American Association also supports the 50th Anniversary March on Washington. On Saturday, August 24, we will gather at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC to stand together against the recent attack on voter rights, against Stand Your Ground and racial profiling, and to continue to raise awareness on unemployment, poverty, gun violence, immigration, gay rights and other critical issues affecting our nation. 50 years ago when we marched on Washington, it was an historic event that led to the passage of the very civil rights legislation that ended Jim Crow and began the modern era of civil rights. It brought us our dignity, our humanity and our march to realize the dream that so many had given their lives for. A bus will leave from Co-op City at 4:30 a.m. Call 718-379-5555 today to reserve your seat.

Building Association The Building 20 Association President is doing a great job. Edwinna Herrera is making her presence known and participates in practically everything. She has joined with the Presidents of Buildings 21 and 22 to develop better neighbors. Kevin Lambright is the President of Building 21 and I participated in their Ice Cream Social recently.

It was a hot day and many cooperators stopped in for some cool ice cream. The plan is to create more events together.

I can be reached at 718-671-5957.

will serve March 2013-2015. Please direct all correspondence inquiries, etc. to the mailing address.

Application for membership available at all membership meetings and can be requested by mail or phone.

Upcoming Calendar of Events at Einstein Community Center: June 1st - August 30th - Motive to Educate - School Supply Drive contributions and donation can be mailed to or dropped off at our office.

Community Outreach Food Drive Collection Box: We are accepting nonperishable food items for Church of the Savior Food Pantry (e.g. canned goods, oatmeal, cereal, etc...please check expiration dates on all items).

Voter Registration Forms Available in English & Spanish: Civic engagement,

chair and committee members are doing voter registration for the election in 2013.

The primary election will be on September 10. It is not enough to only participate in the national election. We must educate our community to vote in all elections, that includes school board.

Join us in signing the NAACP’s petition to the Department of Justice asking them to file civil rights charges against George Zimmerman at https://donate.naacp.org/ page/s/doj-civil-rights-petition. Petitions are also available at the office.

Freedom Fund and Membership Committees sponsors "Old School Party," Saturday, September 21st from 8:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. at 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 45. Contribution $30 advance (1-year membership/optional.) TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.

During August, the office will remain open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Thank you message from President Hazel Dukes: "On behalf of the Conference, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Kenneth Cohen, the director for the Metropolitan Council branches, Presidents Burke, Rice, Josey and branch members for participating in the press conference and the hand delivery of the letter to New York City Council members. The efforts in the branches and partners against Stop & Frisk was victorious. The City Council overwhelmingly passed the Community Safety Act." “Congratulations to the Co-op City branch. They participated in National NAACP Financial Freedom Contest and were second place winners.”

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Central Park Five: On Saturday, 8/10, 2 p.m. in Rm. 2, Dreiser, the Association will present an Education Forum featuring the showing of the Award Winning Documentary, “The Central Park Five,” followed by a question and answer session led by Omowale Clay of December 12th Movement. Some victims will be present. Join us to learn more about the progress in this case, their pursuit for justice, and to discuss how we can create a fair system of justice for the future.

Justice for Trayvon Martin: Thousands rallied again last weekend and will do so again this weekend. Association members will participate Sunday, 8/4, 6:00 p.m. at the Harlem State Office Building in NYC. An “Open Mike” will be provided for those who wish to speak. The rallies were spearheaded by the “not guilty” verdict in the George

Zimmerman case in Sanford, Florida.

Zimmerman, a neighborhood watchman, fatally shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin on 2/26/12 after he was instructed not to follow Trayvon. Trayvon was walking home from the store and had done nothing wrong.

Protestors believe that the six jurors were wrong and are calling for an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and a boycott of Florida.

Children’s Summer Day Camp: For a fun-filled summer for your child, register today. Call 347-791-7104 or 347-368-8629.

Yoga Classes: Saturday, 9:00 a.m. Call: 718-671-8364.

Music Program: The Association invites you to be a part of The Music Appreciation & Singing Club. Our Motto: Everyone with a voice can sing. Learn the elements of music,

including melody, harmony, phrasing, rhythm, background, poetry, etc. Experience the joy in building musical works of art together, known as Song. All levels of vocal abilities accepted, categorized and placed. So come, bring your voice and join the fun. Call 718-379-5555.

Justice for Ramarley Graham: The Graham family has received word that the grand jury has reconvened and they are hoping and praying that a second indictment is handed down. The family thanks all those that called or wrote the Bronx District Attorney.

Stay Informed: Democracy cannot exist without an informed public. Tune in to: “PoliticsNation” M-F, 6 -7 p.m., MSNBC TV and “Hour of Power” Sundays, 9-10 a.m.

WBLS 107.5 FM radio with Rev. Al Sharpton; “Health is Here,” Saturdays, 6-8

a.m. and Sundays, 7 - 8 a.m. WRTN 93.5 FM with Junior Jawara Blake; “Open Line” Saturdays, 8-9 a.m., WBLS 107.5 FM with Bob Slade and Bob Pickett; WBAI Pacifica Radio, 99.5 FM, all day, every day.

Next Meeting: The next meeting will be on 9/14, 4 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you are unable to attend, you may obtain updated information by reading this weekly column. Also, if you wish to join the Association or update your membership, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families, to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are also welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanamerican assoc.”

—Francine R. Jones

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

Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday in August: Hector. L. Ayala, John Calderon, Jr., Angel Cruz-Guadalupe, Salvatore R. Gargiulo, Lawrence Hochfeld, Richard I. Lawson, Jr., Clemon W. Lucas, Edward J. Nell, Jose M. Ozuna, James Mackenzie, Nelson E. Kenneth, Philip G. Roy, William A. Scott, Joan Session, Mervyn Winn, Denise Charis, Alphonso Dixon, Andrew C. Jackson, Paul K. Winfrey, Louis Menchise and Barbara A. McKinnon. If you don’t see your name in this issue, please bring it to my attention

and it will be placed in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join. So if you are a VETERAN from any branch of the military, stop by and join our Post. Bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the Community Center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 3208165. And our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net.

Did you pay your American Legion 2014 dues yet?

Eating healthy is a good practice for every Legion member and their family.

Eggs have come under fire in a cholesterol-obsessed culture, but new research

suggests that an egg a day is safe and nutritious for most adults. If you eat that egg for breakfast, it will boost your odds of losing weight. The reason: Eggs are packed with protein, which takes time to digest.

Q: Do you know what the average pay was for a Confederate soldier a month?

A: It was $11 for a private, compared to today’s private in the U.S. Army. Their monthly pay is $245 a month.

Q: Do you know what a Union Navy pay was? A. A recruit seaman was paid $12 a month. Today, a Navy recruit seaman earns $226 a month. Even though both side’s pay was very little, they went a long way for each person in uniform.

They were fighting for what they believed in during the Civil War.

The U.S. Army has a new MRE out — menu 13. It’s called Cheese Tortilla Vegetarian. Most commissaries sell MRE’S for the price of $7.95 each. I have purchased them at Ft. Hamilton and they taste very good. It’s good to keep a few in your car for emergencies or to use on a fishing trip.

Q: What did Osama Bin Laden’s ghost say to Mitt Romney? A: “Don’t be sad, Obama’s foreign policy killed me too.”

Q: Why did Sarah Palin say Afghanistan is our neighboring country?

A: Because she can see Bin Laden’s cave from her house.

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

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

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Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

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.

SUMMER CHURCH SCHEDULE DRESS-DOWN SUMMER ATTIRE, JULY 7 – SEPTEMBER 1 Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month). Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

Summer Break: Sunday School and the Bible Study Group will be on break for the summer months of July & August. Choir will be on break for the month of August.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 4, when we will celebrate The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost.

Coming Events: • Saturday, August 10 - Day trip to the Sight & Sound Theatre to see “NOAH.” All seats for this trip have been sold! Many thanks to those who purchased tickets.

• St. Joseph’s Boutique - Will open on August 22 and August 23. Lots of items will be on sale!

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

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844 or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org “We can never ransom ourselves, or deliver to God the price of our life.” Psalm 49:6 —M. Chambers

Hutchinson River clean-up in honor of its name sake

To celebrate the 442nd anniversary of the birth of Anne M. Hutchison, a pioneer in the cause of religious freedom and women’s rights who established a settlement in 1642 on the land near where Co-op City and Pelham Bay Park now sit, a clean-up of the river which bears her name and runs through Co-op City will be held beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 11th.

The clean-up volunteers will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the west corner City Island Road across the street from the Pelham Bit Stables. Clean-up supplies will be provided by the Parks Department. Volunteers are advised to bring sun screen, bug repellent, and a picnic lunch.

At the end of the clean-up at 11:30 a.m., a picnic will be set-up at the Turtle Cove Golf Center which will include a talk by historian Tom Vasti entitled “Anne and Her River.”

For more information, call Toby Liederman at 718885-3423 or e-mail the Hutchinson River Restoration Project at HutchinsonRRP@aol.com.

Community Protestant Church first and second Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Sunday, August 11th, 11:00 a.m. – Family and Friends Day. Theme: “Family and Friends Praising God Together.” Our Guest Preacher will be Rev. Geraldine Harris, Pastor, Greater File Chapel Baptist Church, New York City. All are welcome!

September 23-27 – Come away with the Women’s Guild on a fabulous 5-day vacation at the Pine Grove Dude Ranch situated in the picturesque foothills of the Catskills Mountains. Trip includes: deluxe round trip motor coach transportation; 4 nights’ accommodations at the Dude Ranch; 3 all-you-can-eat meals daily; fun fest parties, 2-hour boat cruise on the Hudson River, nightly entertainment, social programs, indoor and outdoor activities and many more amenities. Cost per person: $585/double; single supplement of $75 additional.

For reservations and additional information, call (718) 671-5961; 320-2608; 379-7867; 320-1435.

Saturday, September 28th – 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: $65/adults; $35/children (3-10). For additional information and/or to make reservations, call (718) 671-7935 or 671-1754.

Saturday, October 26th, 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. – Enjoy a great evening of entertainment at the South Carolina Committee’s Annual Dance in Dreiser Auditorium, Co-op City. Music by DJ Jimmy Pressley.

Ticket: $20/advance; $25/at door, available by calling (718) 379-8514; (718) 671-0425, (718) 671-5493, (718) 671-0231.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Why Settle for a Snack when you could have a Meal?

(Part -2) Last week, I asked, what is the source of your spiritual nourishment? Few would argue that our days are so ‘busy.’

Consequently, when we are hungry for spiritual food, all we seem to have time for are “spiritual snacks”—“verse for a day,” a ‘meditation moment’ or a ‘Bible brief.’

Millions of believers are plagued with spiritual anorexia, starving to death from spiritual malnutrition. To be a healthy disciple of Jesus, feeding on God’s Word must be your first priority. Jesus called it ‘abiding.’ Abiding in God’s Word includes three activities.

Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life summarizes these activities so well: 1. I must accept its authority. The Bible must become the standard for my life, the compass for my direction, the counsel I listen to for making wise decisions. The Bible must be the first and last word in my life.

Everything in the scriptures is God’s Word. All of it is useful for teaching, helping people, for correcting them and showing them how to live. (2 Tim.3.16 CEV) 2. I must assimilate its truth. In other words, digest the truth of God’s word as nourishment for your soul. It’s not enough to just believe the Bible; you must fill your mind with it so the Holy Spirit can transform you with truth. So receive it, read it, research it, remember it and reflect on it.

“Remember what Christ has taught…let his words enrich your lives and make you wise.” (Col. 3.16 LB) 3. I must apply its principles. Filling your mind with

the truth will be useless if we fail to put it into practice. Satan doesn’t mind you going to Bible studies as long as you don’t do anything with what you learn. “We must become doers of the word.” (James 1.22 KJV) I pray that as you practice these principles, the word of the Lord will prove to be “alive and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow” providing you with spiritual nourishment and strength.

(Hebrew 4:12) Message from the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Our Services are open to everyone.

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

Regular Meetings: Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m.

Saturday Morning Bible Studies: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Our Church Pastor, Pastor Terry Giles, can be reached at 914-860-6570. You can also visit us on the internet at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org. —Pastor Terry Giles

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 120 Benchley Place, Building 24, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 You are invited to attend worship service every Sunday morning.

Sunday School for all age group starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day worship at 11:45 a.m.

Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Regular prayer meeting and Bible study will also be every Wednesdays evening.

Youth service is held on Fridays starting at 7:30 p.m.

FOCUS: God Alone Should Be Worshipped. Matthew 2:11, St. Luke 2: 8-14 Worship is not a single act that one can isolate from the rest of his life. Worship is

a lifestyle.

Moses instructed the Israelites to use every daily activity to teach their children about God, so daily activity should reflect our worship of God. We use the creative nature He gave us to praise Him. Honoring Him for giving us creative abilities is in itself an act of worship. Singing and praising God is one act of worship.

Ephesians 5:19-20 states: “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Worship also requires obedience to God’s word, every decision that we make in life reflects the degree of our devotion to

God and His word. We can see here how devoted the Wise Men were seeking to find the Christ. And when they were come into the house they saw the young Child with Mary His Mother, and fell down and worshiped Him And when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto Him gifts; Gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. (Matthew 2:11) St. Luke 8-14 states: And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city

of David a Savior which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you, ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying.

Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace and goodwill toward men.

True worship requires commitment of our body, mind and spirit, we must have an intimate and profound relationship with God. To worship God is to express our love for him.

St. John 4: 24 states: God is a spirit: and they who worship him must worship Him in spirit and in truth.

For further information, call 718-3204218/718-324-0334.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us.

We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information.

Do you want a place that allows you to

meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about 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: Meditation and Adult Bible Study 9:00 -9:50 a.m.

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.

Reading from Holy Scripture: John 3:16 Dr. Smith’s Sermon: “It’s A Love Thing.”

Thought of the Week: “No person is your friend who demands your silence, or denies your right to grow.” —Alice Walker Weekly Activities – Every person is welcomed.

Bereavement Group - Mondays at 6:15 p.m. All sessions are confidential! No meetings during the month of August. We will resume Monday, Sept 9.

No Bible Study during July and August.

Will resume Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m.

Please join us for our in-depth study of the

Gospel of Mark. If you plan to be with us, begin reading the Gospel of Mark now.

Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - Channel 70, Bronxnet.

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-925-5052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance. Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc...Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church, Mon., 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. or Sun. morning, 9:00 - 10:00. Thank you and God bless you all! For more information, call Dr. Smith, 917-734-4058.

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 9:00 a.m. Please note our summer hours begin Sunday, August 4; We will have only one service at 9 a.m. Summer hours will last through Sunday, September 8. Sunday School is on hiatus for the summer and will resume in the fall. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Please note: Mid-Week service and

Bible study classes are on hiatus and will resume in the fall.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

Church of the Savior

Co-op City Baptist Church

NYS Assemblyman’s Summer Reading Challenge

The New York State Assembly’s annual Summer Reading Challenge, which encourages children to continue reading during the summer after the school year ends, is in progress. Upon completion, children will receive a New York State Assembly Excellence in Reading Certificate.

To participate in the program, children must read by themselves or with a partner for a minimum of 15 minutes every day, for at least 40 days through the months of July and

August. The days can be marked off on a provided calendar and submitted to Assemblyman Benedetto. Those who participate will be awarded a New York State Assembly Excellence in Reading Certificate during a presentation at the end of the summer.

For more information about the 2013 Summer Reading Challenge, please visit the website (www.summerreadingnys.org), email benedem@assembly.state.ny.us or call Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at (718) 892-2235.

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

CO-OP CITY BAPTIST CHURCH

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 CHURCH

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

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

Summer CHurCH SCHedule: july 6 - Sept. 1 (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 - 1 And 3 St

ALL ARE WELCOME!

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SundAyS

(718) 320-3774 • 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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Bartow

Dreiser

Date:

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Mon., Aug. 5

Orange juice Turkey Italian sausage w/pepper & onions Yellow rice Green & yellow waxed beans Alt: Gefilte fish

Hawaiian chicken Corn & red pepper Sautéed collard greens

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

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

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Meat sauce Baked whole wheat ziti Italian salad – red onion, tomato & parmesan cheese

Whole wheat bread Canned apricots

Hot open faced turkey sandwich w/gravy Orzo w/vegetables String beans & red onion salad

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit or canned peaches

Chicken cutlet Brown rice Broccoli/cauliflower

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Crochet and Knitting

Library

Mon., August 5

Einstein

9:30am-1pm, Rm. 31

Library 9:30am – 1pm, Rm. 49

Bingo 9:30 – 11:30am, Room 31 New – ZUMBA Class 10:30 – 11:30 am, Rm. 31

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

Dominoes

Line Dancing 10am-11am, Rm. 45

2:30 pm, Rm. 31

10am-12pm, Rm. 7

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

Stay Well Exercise On Vacation July and August

Mind Teasers 12pm – 1pm, Rm. 4

Gentle Yoga w/Anne 1:15 - 2pm, Rm. 2

Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31

Card Games

Around The Lunch Table 11:30am, Rm. 49

2:00pm – 4:00 pm, Rm. 31

Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm, Rm. 2

Basic Cellphone & iPAD Training course 1:30 – 3:30pm, Rm. 7

Orange pineapple juice Chicken paprikash Toasted orzo Winter blend

Tues, Aug. 6

Tues., August 6 Wed., August 7

Blood Pressure On vacation August Word Games, Rm. 31 9:30am - 11:30pm Stay Well Exercise On vacation August Line Dancing w/Voncile 11am-12:30pm, Rm. 31 Bingo 1:00 – 3:30pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Thurs., August 8

Library 9am-1pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30-11:30am, Rm. 31 Chat Session 9:30am-1pm, Rm. 31 Medicare fraud workshop 11:00am, Room 31 Bingo 1:00- 3:30pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Fri., August 9

Alt: Vegetable liver Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Caregiver Support Group Room 31, 1:00pm Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Free Screenings for SNAP 9:30am to 3pm, Rm 25 Men’s Line Dancing w/ Voncile 9-10am, Rm. 31 Sing along 11am-12pm Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing 12:30 – 1:30pm, Rm. 31 Chat Session 10am, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Bingo 10:30am – 12pm, Rm. 25 Card Games 2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 31

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive On vacation July and August Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Matinee Movie w/George 10:00am-12:00pm Rm 45

Dominoes 10:00am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10:00am, Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 am, Computer Lab Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49 Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10 -11am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11:00am, Rm. 49 Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49 Basic Computer Training w/Bernice 10 – 11:30am, Rm. 35 Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45 Art 10 am, Rm. 45; 10 -11am, Rm. 36 Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49 Card Games 2-4pm, Rm. 49 Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday 10 -11:30am, Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30am, Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde On Vacation August Tai Chi 11am-12pm, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12 – 1pm, Rm. 4 Art Class 1-3pm, Rm. 7 YOGA w/Bhadra, 2-3pm, Rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30pm, Rm. 7 Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10 -11:30am, Rm. 7 Line Dancing 10-11am, Aud. A Mind Teasers 12-1pm, Rm. 4 Drama Club - On Vacation August Piano Sing Along 11 am – 12 pm, Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting 10am-12pm, Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30am, Rm. 7 Meditative Moments 11am – 12pm, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12-1pm, Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes 2-4pm, Rm. 7 Therapeutic Yoga 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Rm. 8

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

WEEKLY TRIPS 1st Mondays:

1st Mondays:

Tuesdays

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

Bowling

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

Bartow Dreiser 1:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. $2.50 11:00am 11:30am (for transportation)

$5 $15

Einstein 1:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:15am

To register for trips, please call: (718) 320-2066

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

Stuffed cabbage Mashed potatoes Carrots

Wed., Aug. 7

Alt: Egg salad

Thurs., Aug. 8

Fri., Aug. 9

Apple juice Cold gefilte fish w/horseradish 3 bean salad Bow tie pasta Sun dried tomato Alt: Tuna fish Orange pineapple juice Roast chicken Noodle kugel Sautéed spinach Alt: Chicken Salad

Fee for lunch is $1.50 & $3.50 for guest *Menu subject to change without notice. Lunch must be ordered a week in advance.

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161 Alternate Kosher meals are also available

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips.

Senior Splash (FREE) - Tuesdays from July 30 – August 20 – JASA will provide transportation to Senior Splash at the Highbridge Pool – located at Amsterdam Avenue & West 173rd Street in Manhattan for a senior Aquatics class from 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Seniors will need to sign up at the pool individually. The pool has reserved this time for senior use (ages 62 and over). Pick-ups: Dreiser Loop - 7:45 a.m., Bartow - 8:00 a.m. and Einstein Loop - 8:15 a.m.

(ONLY 12 seats available).

Medicare fraud workshop – August 8 at 11:00 a.m. in Bartow, Room 31 – Learn how to protect yourself, your Medicare coverage, and your money from predators!

Free Screenings for Nutrition Assistance (SNAP, the program formerly known as Food Stamps) – August 9, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Bartow, Room 25 - First come, first served! Please bring documents that verify: your identity, address, income, expenses (rent, medical, etc.). For more information: 718-320-2066.

Shop Rite – Monday, August 12th -

$3 – Trip Includes round trip transportation. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop - 9:00 a.m., Bartow - 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser Loop - 9:30 a.m. Please call the Bartow office to register 718-320-2066. (Only 10 seats available).

Wal-Mart – Monday, August 16th $15 – Trip Includes roundtrip transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m., Dreiser - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein - 9:00 a.m. Please call the Bartow office to register 718-320-2066.

Weight Management Support Group – will return September 9 – Mondays, 10:00 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25, facilitated by social workers. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Contact JASA, 718-320-2066.

Caregiver Support Group - Next meeting Tuesday, August 6th, 1:00 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31.

Meeting September 3 is CANCELLED. Offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Facilitated by a social worker. Contact JASA, 718320-2066.

Clothing bins

Shareholders are reminded that the clothing bins placed at the garages are for your convenience to donate used clothing, linens and shoes. Trans-America picks up twice a week to avoid overflow at the drop-off sites. However, it has become noticeable that instead of placing their bags of donated items inside the bins, some residents are leaving the bags on the ground outside of the bins, regardless of whether the bins are full or not.

Please place your donated bags inside the donation bins and DO NOT leave them on the ground. When packing, make sure not to overfill your bag(s) to avoid it not being able to pass through the bins’ openings. If you must, place the donated items in several small bags. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Co-op City Times / August 3, 2013

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

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FYI: AARP New York is offering tips on how older adults can keep cool and safe during the simmering heat. Older adults stand a greater risk of heat stroke or heat exhaustion because their bodies do not easily adjust to changes in temperature, making it critically important for people to check on older family, friends, or neighbors, especially those without air conditioning in their homes. Symptoms of heat-related illness can be slow to develop and often the person is unaware that they are in any danger. To combat heat-related illness, AARP New York recommends older adults to: drink plenty of cool beverages and eat cold fruit with high water content (watermelon, cantaloupe and apples); avoid going out during the hottest times of the day and keep activities to a minimum; the early morning or late in the day are the best times to be outside if you have to go out; avoid alcoholic and caffeinated drinks, as they are dehydrating.

REMINDER: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, December 12th at Marina del Rey; 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m. $75/person. Tickets are available NOW! Call Stella (718) 379-2088 or the AARP office – 718-320-1946 — speak slowly and leave your name and phone number (someone will get back to you).

NOTE: To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493.

2013 TOUR ACTIVITIES August 22 – 23 – “Menopause” the Musical (Lancaster, PA), Shopping & the

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

December 30- January 1, 2014 – New Year’s Eve Gala: 1920’s Great Gatsby – trip includes Deluxe Motor Coach transportation; first stop at the Sands Casino in Bethleham (PA); then to the Desmond Hotel (Malvern, PA) w/dinner after checkin; next day All-American buffet breakfast; side trips for the day include a choice of sightseeing; shopping at King of Prussia Mall; or a 4-hour stay at an Atlantic City Casino; New Year’s Eve entertainment w/surf & turf dinner and an open bar; hats, noise-makers and champagne toast at midnight; buffet breakfast & show before departure for home — $100 deposit due at sign-up: $535/person (double); $645 (single); $525/person (triple); travel insurance: $28/person (twin or triple); $37/single …contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

SAVE THE DATE March 31-April 1, 2014 – Be the first to see MOSES at the Sight & Sound Theater; show and dinner at the hotel; casino stop w/bonus – Price to follow – contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Wishing a happy birthday and/or anniversary to all celebrating this month of August.

Woodlock Pines – Sunday, August 18th. Cost per person is $78 which includes free transportation, entertainment, a boat ride, swimming and shopping at their gift shop, Bingo, a smorgasbord luncheon of an array of hot and cold selections of your choosing and as much as you can eat. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a complimentary coffee, tea and buns. Also, for lunch a complimentary glass of beer or wine. Join us for a day of relaxation, all are welcomed. There is available seating. August 12th, all balances and full payments are due.

Annual raffle luncheon, Saturday, September 21st at the Sea Shore Restaurant.

Cost per person is $48 which includes an entrée choice of broiled filet of Sole, broiled or grilled Salmon, fried shrimp or scampi, BBQ chicken, BBQ baby ribs or a combination of both, chicken parmesan. There will be an appetizer, salad, pasta, veggies, and a special strawberry cake. As always,

your contributions of gift cards in the range from $5 to $25 will enhance the chances of everyone in attendance to go home with a gift.

“Moses” at the Millennium Theatre Lancaster, Pa., May 14 and 15, 2014. Day 1, lunch on our own at the Hershey Farm Restaurant, the 2 p.m. showing of “Moses,” check-in at the Hawthorne Suites, dinner at Miller’s Restaurant. Day 2 – breakfast at the hotel, then onto the Sands Casino and receive the bonus play of the day. Room rate per person – double $245, triple $235, and single $287. Please send in your deposits as soon as possible. You can send in $25 to hold your reservations, and pay as you wish.

For all of the above trips, please call Loretta – 718-671-2958, Mildred – 718320-0288, or Lydia – 718-671-3005. We are available Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon and 6 to 8 p.m.

Good health and healings are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

HAPPY birthday or happy anniversary to all who celebrate in the month of August.

There will be NO WEDNESDAY BINGO during the month of August. We will have a Sunday Bingo on August 25 at 1:30 p.m. in Room 39. Admission is $1.

Everyone is welcome to join. Refreshment served.

Tuesday, August 27 — Going to Showboat Casino. Price is $33. Rebate is $25 slot play. Pick-up time is 8:00 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop, and Dreiser Loop.

Thursday, August 15 — For members going to CRAB SHANTY. Price is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Time is 1:00 p.m. Menu: Soup or salad, lobster, filet of Sole, BBQ chicken with ribs, chicken parmigiana and snow crab legs, also dessert and coffee, tea, soda.

Thursday, October 17 — Going to a luncheon and show, SHUT UP, SIT DOWN, AND EAT. Price is $69. Menu: Salad, pasta with vodka sauce - chicken picata - roast beef, fish with lemon sauce – soda, coffee, tea – dessert, also a complimentary drink or beer.

Just a Note: Goose Island Seniors is sending our condolences and sympathy to the family of Iona Foote.

We are happy to say that two of our members, Toby Landau and Loretta Paul, are doing well and recovering at home.

For more information, call 718-3799613, ask for Ann or Mary or come to 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Ann at 347-267-4751 or call Mary, 718-3794899.

—Mary Pilla

Einstein Cancer Fund

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday Films - Les Miserables w/Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried; 8/3, 2:00 p.m.

In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole, agrees to care for factory worker Fantine's daughter, Cosette. The fateful decision changes their lives forever.

Book Discussion Group - The Middlesteins, 8/8, 1:30 p.m.

Baychester Library meeting - 8/8, 2:30 p.m.

Saturday Films - Steel Magnolias w/Queen Latifah; 8/10, 2:00 p.m.

Saturday Films - October Sky w/Jake Gyllenhaal, 8/17, 2:00 p.m.

Saturday Films - Eat, Pray, Love w/Julia Roberts, 8/24, 2:00 p.m.

Children’s End of Summer Celebration - 8/30, 3:00 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS Wii Gaming - Every Monday, 3:00 p.m.

Toddler Time - Tales for the Teeny Tiny - Every Tuesday, 11 a.m. (Not 8/27) Stuff For Teens - Tuesdays, August 6, 13 & 20, 3:30 p.m., Urban Comics Drawing Workshop with Ivan Velez. Kawaii not cutting it for you? Learn how to draw street style with Ivan Velez. Bring your characters to life in your very own gritty comic. All materials will be provided. For ages 12 to 18 year old.

Teens TAG - Every Tuesday, 4 p.m.

Teen Lounge - Every Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Chess Club - No Chess in August Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. (Not 8/30)

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

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Goose Island Senior Citizens

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Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue In a fashionable resort area, a man once arrived at an expensive hotel.

Wishing to be noticed, he immediately began to tip very lavishly. At luncheon, he tipped a waiter $10, he gave $5 to the bellboy who brought him a drink.

That afternoon, he wandered outside and by accident, he fell into the pool.

He was rescued by the lifeguard, and as he was being carried to his room, he asked, “Sir, what can I tip for a thing like this?”

This is not as bizarre as it sounds for some people are under the impression

that everything has a cost and every man, his price. Yet, the most important experiences in life are priceless.

What is the value of a magnificent sunset? How much could we pay for the cooling rain that comes at the end of a hot, humid afternoon?

Can you buy a friend? What would be his price tag? What is the purchase price of the respect of our community?

How much does it cost to obtain the love of another person? Your answer is determined by ‘your’ worth, for the greatest values are spiritual.

Young Israel of Co-op City

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

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

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 7 p.m. Saturday morning serv-

ices start at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at l0:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Ethics of our Fathers begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

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

The Co-op City Jewish Community Council still has a few seats left on the bus bound for the Tenement Museum scheduled for the 6th of August. The pick up will be at 1:00 p.m. in front of the hardware store in Dreiser Loop, and we should be back in Co-op City before

5 p.m. The cost is $5 per person, and seats can be reserved by calling Lynn Levine at the Council office (718320-1234) or by stopping by Room 18 in the Dreiser Center any weekday, EXCEPT Thursday.

—Lynn Levine

The July 21st meeting of Co-op City Post 500 was cancelled because the Seven Seas Restaurant was closed due to lack of air conditioning. There will NOT be another meeting til mid-September.

On August 11th at 11 a.m., the Bronx County JWV will be holding a barbeque at the Bronx Veterans Hospital Nursing Home.

If you can help out at this function, call Alan

at 718-671-1144, and let him know.

Also, Post 500 will be having a Poppy Drive in September.

Birthday greetings to PPC Alex Selikoff, PC Marvin Warm, and PPC Lother Kahn.

A happy 13th wedding anniversary to Naomi and Marvin Warm.

—Marvin Warm

Co-op City Jewish Community Council

Jewish War Veterans Post 500

Castle Hill

1528 Castle Hill Avenue Bronx, New York 10462 Keeping Tradition Under Rabbinical Supervision Services from Our Chapel, Graveside or Synagogue Parking Facilities • Pre-Arrangements

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

Having a safe and healthy summer?

Keep it that way.

Election results: Pres., Linda Werner; Vice Pres., Carlos Moray; Sect., Miriam E. Berlofsky and Treas., Arlene Tupe.

Congratulations and wishing all a good successful year.

Coming Events: The next meeting of the Association, Wednesday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m.

Pokeno is Friday, September 20. We meet in the Association Room on the “B”

side of the building. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. Bring your nickels and have some fun. Snacks are served.

Crochet class is always on Wednesday afternoons. The class starts at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. We meet at the Building 30 Association Room on the “B” side. Classes begin on Wednesday, September 18. See you then!

Good & Welfare: 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. —Miriam E. Berlofsky

Building 30 Association

Temple Beth-El of Co-op City

Shalom to all.

Chavurah Temple Beth-El of Co-op City will be celebrating the High Holidays in Dreiser Cmmunity Center this year for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Tickets will be available to the community, AT NO CHARGE. WE ARE ASKING FOR A DONATION TO OFFSET OUR EXPENSES, and we are looking forward to celebrating the High Holidays in the community as we have done for 40 years.

More information for obtaining tickets will be forthcoming, and are available to the unaffiliated also.

We will have Erev Rosh Hashanah,

Rosh Hashanah Morning services, and Kol Nidre, Yiskor and services all day on Yom Kippur until the blowing of the shofar at the end of the Neliah service.

There will be 2 Yiskor services open to the community also.

We will be preparing a BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE of those deceased, and if you wish for a name listed, please also ask for the forms.

We look forward to having you welcome the New Year 5774 with us.

Rabbi Dennis Tobin Chavurah Temple Beth El of Co-op City, Bronx, NY; Email: RabbiDennisTobin @aol.com; Phone: 718-671-9719.

—Rabbi Dennis Tobin

Coins $ Silver $ Gold $ Diamonds $ Antiques $ Watches A n 20th niver sar

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Synagogue sponsors a great afternoon of Bingo and Friendship. The cost is $3 per person which includes admission, refreshments and snacks.

Sunday, August 18, at 1:00 p.m. The Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. $3 includes admission and snacks.

Good and Welfare: Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15 per tree. For more information, you can call Mimi at 1347-427-4526. We can accommodate you.

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

Happy birthday to Howard Schwartz on August 19 and to Steven Schwartz on August 24.

Your help is always appreciated.

Thank you.

Shalom!

—Miriam Evelyn Berlofsky

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by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl

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 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, August 9, is before 7:45 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, August 3, at 8:56 p.m.

S.O.S. Urgent! Calling all Jewish men to make a Minyon.

High Holiday reservations for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are ready for purchase. Due to our limited space, I suggest that you reserve your seat early. For further information, call Mimi at 1-347427-4526. We always look forward to greeting you.

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

Coming Event: Sunday, August 4, at 1:00 p.m. – The

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Reflections

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Faith In God Church & Bible Institute

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

May God bless you in this house!

How can we be the strong person that God meant for us to be? Only by putting ourselves in God’s hands and asking Him to make us that way through His power and enablement. True strength is the power of God in the soul. Let’s go into scripture to support this 1 Corinthians

16:9-13 says: 9 For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries.

10 And if Timothy comes, see that he may be with you without fear; for he does the work of the Lord, as I also do.

11 Therefore let no one despise him.

But send him on his journey in peace, that he may come to me; for I am waiting for him with the brethren.

12 Now concerning our brother Apollos, I strongly urged him to come to you with the brethren, but he was quite unwilling to come at this time; however, he will come when he has a convenient time.

13 Watch, stand fast in the faith, be

brave, be strong.

Invitations: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. Registration is now available for General Bible classes beginning in September.

Number eight (#8) represents New Beginnings. This coming September 8 at 5 p.m. will represent a Jesus New Beginning Talent Night at Faith In God Church, Inc. God has given everyone some kind of talent, so come out and let God use you and make you a blessing for

His glory.

I want to accomplish two missions for the glory of God at this time. On December 8, at 5 p.m., will be the beginning of a Holy Spirit End of the Year Blessing Night at Faith In God Church, Inc. Please save these two dates. Both will be on a Sunday this year, and every 2nd Sunday in September and December thereafter.

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

—Apostle Gladys R. Little

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

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

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

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

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. List of Programs and Events: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

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

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

fifth Sunday of the month.

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

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

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

Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Come celebrate with us on Sunday, August 18 (Women’s Day) during the 11:00 a.m. service. Rev. Audrey Jones from Friendly Baptist Church, Bronx, NY will be the guest speaker. All women are expected to wear white attire.

Come join New Vision’s “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) 671-3746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

—Carole Haque

Church of the New Vision

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