Co-op City Times 10/30/10

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Vol. 45 No. 43

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Following meetings with the community, MTA promises some improvements in service

BY BILL STUTTIG In the wake of two meetings held with MTA officials—the first a town hall meeting last Thursday evening, October 21st, which was attended by about 400 disgruntled riders and the second a private meeting on Tuesday, October 26th between Assemblyman Mike Benedetto and high ranking MTA officials—the MTA acknowledged this week that some improvements are needed and will be made in the near future to help improve the level of bus service in the Co-op City community.

Asked by the Co-op City Times to provide a response to the two meetings with Co-op City community leaders attended

by MTA representatives last week, Aaron Donovan, a press spokesman for the MTA, said Thursday: “We were pleased to attend the meeting with cooperators last Thursday and to meet with Assemblyman Benedetto on Tuesday in order to hear the issues that were raised.

Based on the feedback we received, we are working with the NYC Dept. of (Continued on page 4)

Domestic water shutdown Thursday In order to make repairs to the domestic water tanks in Buildings 7 and 19, hot and cold water will be shut off on Thursday, November 4 at 9 a.m. and should be restored by early evening.

As a result of this shutdown, Buildings 6, 7 and 8, as well as Buildings 17, 18 and 19 will be affected.

All efforts will be made to restore service as soon as possible.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience.

—R iver b a y M a in t en a n ce Dep a r t men t

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Election Day: New voting procedures in effect as key state and federal executive and legislative offices are decided

BY BILL STUTTIG When Co-op City voters go to the polls on Election Day this Tuesday, November 2, to vote to decide several key elected offices on the state and federal levels, they will also be introduced to a new voting system.

The old system of pushing down on a lever next to the name of the candidate of your choice while standing in a booth behind a curtain has been replaced by a new system where paper ballots are marked by voters and then put thorough a scanner to be tallied at the poll site.

The new system, which was first used in New York State on Primary Day in September, was implemented in compliance with the Help America Vote Act passed by Congress in October 2002, which requires a voting system that produces a permanent verifiable paper record of each vote. The lever machines previous-

ly used in the City of New York did not comply with this requirement.

The steps that voters will follow as they go to the polls next Tuesday will be to first sign-in and get a paper ballot from the poll worker. The voter will then use a pen or a ballot marking device to mark their choices on the ballot. The voter will then insert his or her completed ballot into a scanner which will record the vote. The system will allow the paper ballot that was scanned to be kept as part of the record in case a recount is required later in the process.

“Everyone at the Board is working hard to make sure all voters are aware of the new voting system and we will continue working hard to make sure Election Day runs as smoothly as possible for voters in New York,” said Board of Elections (Continued on page 2)

HCR approves increases in maintenance charges for Co-op City residents; New charges to be implemented Monday

BY ROZAAN BOONE The New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) this week approved Riverbay Corporation’s request to increase the fees for maintenance work performed in residential apartments at cooperators’ requests or due to wear and tear.

The new charges will be implemented by Riverbay’s Maintenance Department on Monday, November 1.

On September 21, the Riverbay Board approved a resolution proposing the increased charges for the maintenance work, however the proposal had to first be reviewed and approved by HCR, formerly

known as the Division of Housing and Community Renewal, before the new charges could be implemented.

According to Resolution 10-53, which proposed the increased charges, maintenance fees for work performed in residential apartments at the shareholder’s request or due to wear and tear have not been raised in a number of years, so it is essential that Riverbay Corporation updates the charges to reflect today’s costs.

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Tricks and Treats…Hundreds of Co-op City children in costume respond in unison to the wonders and illusions offered by magician Domino the Great Thursday evening. The magic show was just one of the highlights of Riverbay’s annual Halloween Costume Party for children held on Thursday in the Dreiser Community Center. More than 500 attended the festive event. (See page 3 for more highlights) Photo by Bill Stuttig

45th Precinct Community Council meeting in Co-op City Thursday, November 4, 7:30 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue. Please make every effort to attend.

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Election Day

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Secretary J.C. Polanco.

The New York City Board of Elections recently stated: “To ensure that all voters are comfortable and confident using the new voting system, the Board of Elections in the City of New York is placing in every privacy booth at all poll sites, instructions that inform voters that they need to fill in the oval below the candidate’s name they wish to vote for.” The Board also said that they have placed numerous advertisements in media outlets instructing voters how to correctly fill out the paper ballots and will also be distributing at every poll site on Election Day instructional vote palm cards illustrating a correctly marked ballot entry.

The relatively small percentage of voters citywide who took part in September’s primary elections was the first to use the new system. Now with a much higher turnout expected this Election Day, the efficiency of the new voting system will have its first major test.

“Regardless of the voting system being used, what is most important for this community is that as many of Co-op City’s voters come to the polls as possible in order to maintain our reputation as a community that matters when it comes to getting the attention and the help of our elected offi-

cials,” said Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins. “Two years ago, this community turned out to vote in record numbers to elect a new president. Well this year’s election is perhaps just as important as control of the balance of power in the House of Representatives and the Senate hangs in the balance, as well as key state offices, such as Governor, Attorney General and Comptroller, not to mention our own local elected officials.”

New York State’s three top executive offices: Governor, Comptroller and Attorney General are all up for grabs and will be decided by Tuesday’s election.

In the race for Governor, New York’s current Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is the Democratic nominee and upstate businessman Carl Paladino is the Republican nominee. Robert Duffy is Cuomo’s running mate as Lieutenant Governor, and Gregory Edwards is Paladino’s running mate.

The two major party candidates for State Comptroller, the chief financial officer for the state government, are Thomas P. DiNapoli on the Democratic ticket, and Harry Wilson on the Republican ticket.

In the race to replace Cuomo as the Attorney General, the chief law enforce-

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ment officer for the state, New York City based State Senator Eric Schneiderman is the Democratic candidate and Staten Island District Attorney Dan Donovan is the Republican candidate.

Both of New York State’s representatives in the United State Senate are running for reelection. Incumbent Senator Charles Schumer is running as a Democrat for another six-year term in the U.S. Senate.

Jay Townsend is opposing him on the Republican side.

For the remaining two years left of the term of the seat held by Senator Hillary Clinton, which she vacated in order to accept her appointment as the nation’s Secretary of State, incumbent Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who was appointed to the seat by Governor David Patterson two years ago, will be opposed by Republican Joseph DioGuardi.

Joseph Crowley, Co-op City’s representative in the House of Representatives for the last eight years is running for a fifth term against Republican challenger Kenneth A. Reynolds.

Ruth Hassell Thompson, Co-op City’s representative in the New York State Senate since 2001, is being challenged in this year’s election by Republican Robert

L. Diamond, a Co-op City resident.

State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, who has been Co-op City’s representative in the New York State Assembly since 2005, will be running for a third term, this time against Republican challenger, Bronx-based businessman, Michael A. Rendino.

On Tuesday, voters will also be asked to decide if city-wide elected offices should carry with them a limit of two consecutive full terms effective after 2010. The proposal, if passed, would also prohibit the Mayor and/or the City Council from amending the term limits in the future the way they did in 2008 which made the reelection of Mayor Michael Bloomberg, City Councilman Larry Seabrook and others possible despite their previous term limits being up.

Voters will also be asked to vote on another proposal which will, among other things, require more stringent disclosure of campaign expenditures by independent parties on behalf of candidates.

All registered voters are eligible to vote on Tuesday. The polls will be open on Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. For further information, you can call the Bronx Board of Elections office at (718) 299-9017.

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Hundreds of children enjoy Halloween at Riverbay

Co-op City Tennis Club’s winter program begins The Co-op City Tennis Club will begin its winter tennis program next weekend, November 6 and 7th. Instruction and play will be offered from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday throughout the winter months at the New York Tennis Club, 3081 Harding Avenue in Throggs Neck. All young people between 6 and 18 years old are eligible to participate. For information, call club director, Lorraine Alexander, at (718) 671-4437.

Assemblyman Benedetto sponsors free flu shots Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto, in association with the Visiting Nurse Service of New York, will be offering free flu shots to constituents residing in his district on Wednesday, November 10 at the Bartow Community Center in Coop City, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Those who would like to receive a flu shot on November 10th must call the Assemblyman’s office, 718892-2235, for a reservation.

Whether they were dressed as superheroes, vampires, princesses or pumpkins, hundreds of Co-op City children enjoyed the festivities of Rivebay’s annual Halloween costume party for children held in the Dreiser auditorium Thursday evening.

Children from infant to 12 years old, accompanied by

Youth gang awareness speak out The JASA Grandparents Connection, in collaboration with the Riverbay Fund and the Co-op City Public Safety Department, are sponsoring a youth speak out on Wednesday, November 10, 5-7 p.m., at the Einstein Center, Room 45 and all young people are encouraged to come out and let their voices be heard. Free pizza will be served.

their parents, were given the chance to show off their creative costumes and at the

same time enjoy a variety of Halloween-related activities including a magic show by Domino the Great, a hula hoop contest, a jump rope contest, dancing and musical chairs.

First second and third place prizes were given out for the best costumes for the ages of 3 to 6, 6 to 9 and 9 to 12.

The children were also treated to juice, snacks, “trick or treat” bags, and a booklet of Halloween safety tips.

The Halloween fun continues through today with the annual Haunted House in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center designed to thrill and chill children and parents alike.

The Haunted House was put together with the creative help of volunteer youth from throughout the community including members of the Zodiac Track Team and the Girl Scouts.

All the

Halloween activities were coordinated through Riverbay Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous and are part of R ive r b a y ’s a n n u a l effort to m a k e Halloween a time for safe fun for the entire community.

November Community Board 10 meeting to be held in Co-op City The final meeting of Community Board 10 for the year will take place in Co-op City on Thursday, November 18, 7:30 p.m. at the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. For more information, kindly contact Community Board 10 at 718-892-1161; or email bx10@cb.nyc.gov. There are no meetings in December.

Photos by Bill Stuttig

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!

Halloween Fun … Four Co-op City seniors were chosen as finalists in the annual costume contest presented as part of the Co-op City JASA Senior Services Program’s annual Halloween Celebration.

They winners are (left to right): Phyllis Wilkinson who dressed as the devil; Isabel Rivera, a nun; Georgina Cruz, a witch; and Paula Montero, Catwoman. Phyllis took home the first place prize and Georgina, the second place prize.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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MTA Meeting Transportation to update bus stop signs as quickly as possible, which should help remove some of the confusion that was initially created after recent route changes.

“We are also reviewing the possibility of moving the bus stop at Bartow and Baychester Avenues to alleviate some of the safety concerns that were raised. We remain committed to maintaining an open dialog with the Co-op City community and its elected representatives to ensure that we can provide the best service possible within the funding envelope we have.”

The two meetings and the MTA’s promise to make some minor improvements to the bus service in Co-op City came in the wake of hundreds of complaints by riders living here about the inconvenient and often intolerable increase in wait time for buses here following drastic changes to the local bus routes in the community enacted on June 27th.

The community’s anger became apparent following the release of results of an informal survey put together by Riverbay’s Community Relations office in conjunction with a recently formed group called the Coop City Coalition to Stop the MTA Cuts.

The survey, which was published in the Coop City Times for several weeks in August and early September, found that among other things, 75% of those surveyed reported their wait time for buses increased by more than 15 minutes since the changes to the bus routes took effect and more than 90% reported a significant increase in the time it takes them to commute to their jobs since the changes.

Benedetto was given a copy of the results of the survey and presented the findings to the MTA officials who came to his office this week to hear a synopsis of the community complaints. Co-op City and

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Community Board 10 representatives, who also attended that 90-minute meeting, said that the MTA officials maintained that results of the survey were not specific enough for the agency to prepare a specific course of action to repair some of the problems.

Benedetto countered this by saying he would survey the community additionally to get specific times, areas, and bus lines where long waits and inconsistent service are a particular problem so that the MTA can address each problem specifically.

A statement from Benedetto’s office following the meeting said that the MTA officials seemed to be genuinely open to suggestions and desirous of making the Co-op City routes run more efficiently. He said that the MTA stressed its desire to address all concerns.

Assemblyman Benedetto pointed out to the MTA officials, including the MTA’s director of long-range bus route planning, Ted Orosz, that the residents of Co-op City are cut off from all subway lines and that they must use buses to get them to their connections to Manhattan and their jobs and other appointments.

“This is unique to Co-op City,” Benedetto said. “No where is there a concentrated population of over 55,000 people without direct access to a subway. When cooperators first came to Co-op City, they were promised exemplary bus service because of this. This promise was broken and must now be fixed,” said Benedetto.

Co-op City community activist Leonard Murrell who sat in on the meeting in Benedetto’s office, called the meeting positive, saying that the MTA leaders were willing to acknowledge that they have done a poor job at communicating with the community as to the best and most efficient ways

to use the existing routes in order to avoid undue transfers and prolonged waits. They said, according to Murrell, they will be reaching out to Riverbay shortly in order to get better information to the shareholders via communication tools available to residents here through Riverbay such as the television crawler, the Co-op City Times and the Riverbay website.

There will also be a concentrated effort to make sure that all posted schedules and maps at bus stops are up to date and adhered to, according to others who attended the meeting, including Ken Kearns, District Manager of Community Board 10. Kearns praised Assemblyman Benedetto for arranging the meeting and getting a constructive dialogue going between the community and MTA leaders.

That dialogue was perhaps started four nights prior to the Benedetto meeting when the Coalition to Stop the MTA Cuts hosted a town hall meeting in Dreiser auditorium.

Approximately 400 disgruntled riders attended and voiced their concerns to two MTA officials, Jacqueline Carter, the MTA’s Assistant Director of Government and Community Relations, and Paul Howard, superintendent of Bronx Road Control for the MTA. Riverbay Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous, who moderated the meeting, said that more than two dozen shareholders spoke out giving specific details of their commuting ordeals since the MTA cuts took effect.

Another development that came out of the town hall meeting in Dreiser was a petition drive among Co-op City residents in an attempt to restore some of the service which was cut on June 27th. Sebastian Ulanga, a founding member of the Coalition to Stop the MTA Cuts, said thousands have already

signed the petition and the goal of the drive is to get 10,000 signatures on the petitions, which specifically ask for the restoration of cuts to service on the Bx. 26 and Bx. 28 lines. Ulanga said that petitions are available to be signed in each building lobby.

Shareholders who would like to be part of the drive can contact their building association or can call Ulanga at 347-231-4820.

Ulanga said plans are to have the petitions ready for presentation at MTA headquarters on Madison Avenue by mid-November.

Under the new system which began in late June, the Bx. 26, which travels to and from Bedford Park via Allerton Avenue, now enters Co-op City on Bartow Avenue and goes into Asch Loop and into Section 5, bypassing most of Sections 1 through 4.

The Bx. 28, which goes to and from Norwood via Gun Hill Road before continuing onto 205th Street, now also bypasses Section 1 through 4 and goes directly into Section 5. The Bx. 28 no longer goes to the northern sections of the community, Sections 1 through 4, except during overnight hours – midnight to 5 a.m. – when the bus will makes stops at Dreiser Loop and Defoe Place and Bellamy Loop.

The Bx. 30 has kept the same route going to and from Norwood except that Asch Loop stops have been eliminated.

The Bx. 38 travels between Co-op City and Norwood via Gun Hill Road except it does not go into Section 5, or through Asch Loop, terminating its run in Bay Plaza instead.

In addition, beginning in September, the QBx.1 was split into two separate lines – a new Bx. 23 which shuttles riders between Pelham Bay station and all sections of Coop City, and a new Q50 which provides express service between Co-op City, Pelham Bay station and Flushing, Queens.

Benedetto demands customer refunds as dispute continues between Cablevision/Fox Network Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto called upon the Federal Communications Commission this week to intervene in the Cablevision/Fox Network dispute that has caused the loss of Channels 5, 9 and several other Fox-owned cable channels to customers of Cablevision, including subscribers in Co-op City.

“This is an outrageous situation,” said Assemblyman Benedetto. “Cablevision and the Fox Network are using the public as pawns in their greedy money battle. This must stop and the FCC and Chairman Genachowski must step in to put pressure on both companies to get back to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith.”

For the past two weeks and counting, Cablevision subscribers have been without the Fox Network channels that they have paid for because of the contact dispute. This has led to the loss of sports programming and several very popular television series to the public who subscribe to the Cablevision service.

Benedetto stated: “If these two mega-

giant companies cannot come to an agreement, then I believe that it is within the right of the FCC to threaten to revoke the license or penalize these corporations for their childish antics. This ‘public-be-dammed attitude’ cannot be tolerated and Cablevision should at the very least reimburse subscribers for services lost.”

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Increase approval their apartments for more than fifteen years now and of course during this time period the housing company has incurred a number of increases in the cost of labor and materials,” said Riverbay’s General Manager Vernon Cooper. “In fact, over the last fifteen years, using an average of 3% per year in wage increases, the housing company has incurred roughly a 45% increase in the cost of labor associated with installing these items.

“In addition, over the same time period, there have been considerable increases in the cost of materials that we have absolutely no control of, such as locks, entrance doors and plumbing supplies. Increasing our rates to more accurately reflect what the housing company is paying to provide said service to cooperators will help to deter or minimize the need to increase carrying charges that, in turn, impacts all residents simultaneously.”

Resolution 10-53 was submitted by Director Bill Gordon and seconded by Director Al Shapiro at the September 21st Board meeting. It states that the new charges are to cover costs and are not

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intended for profit.

“We haven’t changed the charges for maintenance work performed in our apartments for quite some time and we’re just bringing those costs up to what it is costing the housing company,” said Director Gordon. “It should be pointed out that a lot of the services that are provided here in Coop City, if we were living in other cooperatives, we would have to contract individually for those same services such as plumbing, changing our locks and replacing fixtures in our apartments, so even though the maintenance charges are being raised a bit to bring them up to par, Riverbay is still saving the cooperators money.”

Among the proposed charges to be increased is the cost of retrieval of keys, cell phones or other items from elevator pits which has been $5 for more than 40 years, according to Riverbay’s Ombudsman, Joe Boiko. The new charge, if it is approved by the state, will be $25.

“Our costs have skyrocketed over the years, commodities have gone up, so have the cost of labor and material, not to mention

that we have a lot of union employees employed by Riverbay Corporation whose contracts include guaranteed wage increases so we have to be able to meet our expenses and at least break even,” said Boiko. “These maintenance charges have not been increased in ten to fifteen years. We have a lot of union employees who are employed by the Riverbay Corporation and their contracts include guaranteed wage increases so we have to be able to meet our expenses. We are not looking to make money; we’re simply doing this at cost, and I think shareholders would find that our prices are still less than what they would pay an outside vendor to perform the work.”

While some of the maintenance charges will remain the same, such as the cost to replace a mailbox lock ($24), toilet tank covers ($40) and plastic medicine cabinet ($48), some of the other proposed increases are the cost of a stainless steel sink from $194.85 to $200, replacement of a toilet bowl tank from $109 to $200, drilling out and replacing an apartment door from $600 to $720, bathroom door locks from $20 to

$45, shower heads from $10 to $35 and smoke detectors from $20 to $30. There are also proposed changes to the charges for townhouse maintenance as well, for example, changing a townhouse “A” cylinder from $96 to $150 and a “B” cylinder from $48 to $75, a mailbox chute from $32 to $100 and a vestibule fixture from $42.20 to $85, as well as the costs for over-the counter items, such as, large aerators for the kitchen and small aerators for the bathroom from $1 to $3, tub stopper and tub stopper chain from $1 to $3 and towel bars from $3.50 to $10.

(For a complete list of the proposed maintenance charges, please see page 10.)

In addition to Directors Gordon and Shapiro, other Directors voting to approve Resolution 10-53 were Board President Helen Atkins, Eleanor Bailey, Bernard Cylich, Francine Jones, Othelia Jones, Leticia Morales, Rev. Calvin E. Owens, Jose Rodriguez, Evelyn Santiago, Manny Torres and Khalil Abdul-Wahhab.

Directors Andrea Leslie and Raymond Tirado were absent for the vote.

After a thorough check of the area, it was determined to be a hoax. This matter is under investigation.

O ct ob er 20, Tr u ma n High Sch ool CCPD officers were contacted by NYPD and a joint investigation into a robbery was launched. The agencies united in efforts to locate several suspects wanted for a robbery and stabbing. This investigation

is currently ongoing.

O ctober 16, Adler Town houses A male complainant reported that he was approached by two unknown individuals who robbed him at knifepoint.

The victim was not injured and the males fled the scene in an unidentified vehicle. An investigation is ongoing into this incident.

Public Safety Blotter: October 16-23 O ct ob er 22, 98 C o-op C it y Blvd CCPD officers were alerted to a suspicious package left on the ground near a car.

The area was cordoned off and NYPD was notified. It was determined that the package was refuse and there was no danger to the public.

Oct ob er 21, 121 Dr eiser L oop CCPD officers on patrol discovered

glass broken in front of a commercial establishment. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause.

Oct ob er 20, 2049 Asch L oop CCPD and NYPD officers responded to the New York Public Library after an employee reported receiving a bomb threat.

The area was cordoned off, evacuated and a search was conducted by NYPD officers.

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Letters to the Editor

Co-op City Times Politically irrelevant

To t he E dit or : It has taken us 42 years to transcend from being “the” residential community with enormous political clout and influence, to one which has become politically irrelevant.

We may have become irrelevant because we’ve allowed too many elected (or aspiring to be elected) candidates believe that they can take our block of votes for granted.

I was present at the December, 2008 MTA hearing at Lehman College regarding their proposals to make extensive changes to bus routes, and increased fare hikes to the mass transit venues (buses and subways), as well as Access-A-Ride. At the January 2010 hearing, they added the elimination of student passes.

The 20 member MTA board is appointed and controlled by the Governor, with approval of the State Senate. It has become my observation that governmental agencies will push through whatever changes it wants on to an unassuming public until it is forced to stop, or alter the action, because the public was proactive or forceful enough to never let it begin in the first place.

The cumulative number of resident cooperators in the audience at both hearings combined, totaled less than 100. More people than that ride the express bus from Section 5 alone each morning.

Cooperators were not vigilant, so now we are complaining about it while waiting on line at the bus stop in the morning, or when coming home after work.

Years ago, the NYC Councilman and

State Assemblyman had vested interests in that they both actually lived here. Joined by the State Senator, (the late) Abraham Bernstein (a Riverdale resident), and the Riverbay Board, they would have rallied the community by sponsoring the transportation of bus loads of cooperators up to Albany to protest the fare hikes and cuts in service to the Co-op City community before the MTA board voted to implement these changes.

Cooperators, we need to be sophisticated in our understanding of issues, smarter in the position that we take as a community, unified as one voice for what is good for Co-op City, and adamant towards what is not, but above all…we must always be relevant.

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MTA service cuts in Sections 1-4 impacts on veterans using James J. Peters Veterans Hospital To t he E dit or : The service cuts and changes to bus service to Co-op City (Re: new Bx38) make no sense for Co-op City which has been divided into two separate fare zones; Section Five with eight or more bus connections is a one-fare zone and Section Two, the most unfairly impacted with just two buses, is now a two-fare zone.

I believe the MTA deliberately deceived those of us in Sections 1 thru 4 by knowingly posting misleading signs before the changes went into effect. They posted signs stating that the Bx38 would begin in Co-op

City and terminate at Fordham Center.

(These signs are still up to this day all the way from Co-op City to Fordham Center) when, in fact, that was never their intentions at all, in my opinion. The Bx38 terminates at 205 Street and you must transfer there to continue to Fordham Center or to make connections at Kingsbridge Road.

I am a disabled veteran who uses the James J. Peters VA Hospital on West Kingsbridge Road at least twice a week.

This used to be a one-fare trip; it is now a double fare. I must now take the Bx 38 to the Bx28 and at Kingsbridge change to the

Bx32 where the MTA charges one full fare for veterans having to access the VA hospital grounds. This connection now and in the past should always have been a free shuttle for veterans entering the VA hospital grounds for treatment, who now have to pay a full fare to enter and exit hospital grounds.

These changes make no sense and are a big inconvenience and added expense to those residing in Sections 1 thru 4, with the most impacted by these changes being those in Section 2, and veterans who are now forced to pay a double fare.

—J u st in R u ssell

Innocent until proven guilty To t he E dit or : There are actions and statements falsely attributed to me in a recent issue of City News. I would like to make it clear that nothing that was printed in City News was said by me. Like most people here in Co-op City, I am waiting for the investigation to be completed. You're innocent until proven guilty. I believe in fairness and things being

done the right way.

At no time have I said that I was going to go around with a petition calling for Leticia Morales to be removed from the Riverbay Board. When City News told me that Frank Belcher was going around with such a petition, I said I thought it was a good idea if he could get people here in Coop City to sign. It was City News that told

me Morales’ daughter was pushed up to get a townhouse apartment and she would have to move out after the investigation. I told City News that while I do believe there is some corruption in Co-op City, but like most people in Co-op City, I'm waiting for the result of the investigation. “Innocent until proven guilty" is not just a phrase, it’s —M a r len e Sm it h the right way.

You are what you do To t h e E d it or : As a member of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, we initiated the Coalition Against MTA Service Cuts, collecting signatures on petitions, marching in the rain against the MTA. When the NAACP and many unions called for a march on Washington, D.C.,

October 2nd, we the Coalition stepped up and coordinated the bus trip to go to Washington and ten of the people were members of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing.

We also monitored and have opposed C. Rosen, I. Herskowitz Baez and all of Baez’s candidates for years and they

oppose us as naysayers as scandal after scandal come to light.

We as cooperators must monitor the Sales Department’s second scandal. It is time for an Open Board meeting as part of the investigation. We are what we do.

—St u a r t E dwa r d s

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

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words.

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

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 5 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy submit your completed form for a short- lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Agreement provides, in part, that your lease term lease no later than thirty (30) days Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 automatically renews for an additional before the expiration of your present lease. Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety three (3) year period. You need to do noth- If you will be moving out at the end of your (90) days prior to lease expiration. ing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) New Three (3) Year Last Date to Request Current Lease year period. If you desire a either a One (1) or Expiration Date Expiration Date lease of less than three (3) Two (2) Year Lease years, you may call 718-320Building 5 3373 to request a form to subJanuary 31, 2011 January 31, 2014 January 1, 2011 100, 120 & 140 mit for either a one (1) year or Darrow Place two (2) year lease. You must

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Public Safety Report CCPD offers Halloween Safety Tips

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Halloween is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike.

There are a wide range of potential risks on Halloween that could take all the fun away from the day. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to avoid them, you can have a fun and safe Halloween. The Department of Public Safety has provided these safety tips to keep you safe this Halloween.

Roadways present a serious hazard to trick or treaters.

Children may become distracted by all the excitement and run into traffic. Remind children that they should only cross streets at the corners. Motor vehicle drivers should be extra alert to young ghouls and goblins who may dart into traffic. If trick or treating at dusk or darkness, place reflective tape on costumes. Adults should always accompany young children.

Care should be used when selecting costumes. Loose costumes or large shoes can present a tripping hazard.

Masks can reduce vision. Makeup is much more comfortable and does not obstruct vision. Always remove masks when crossing the street. Consider enlarging eye openings if a mask is worn. Fake swords or other props should be made of a soft material and not contain sharp edges.

Fire presents a serious hazard on Halloween. Candles should never be used to light Jack-o-Lanterns or for any other purpose. Small battery operated L.E.D. lights simulate even the flickering of a real flame with none of the hazard. Flashlights or light sticks can be carried for illumination purposes. Costumes and wigs should be of a flame resistant material. Instruct children to avoid going near flames which could easily ignite costumes.

Halloween costumes provide identity concealment for persons intending to commit a crime. Halloween pranks, such as egg throwing and shaving cream spraying, can often turn to violence. Co-op City’s commercial tenants have voluntarily agreed to ban sales of eggs and shaving cream to minors during the Halloween season. Parents of older children and teens should check on the whereabouts and activities of their children. Early curfews should be put in place even though Halloween falls on a Sunday this year. As the hour grows later, the number of persons with bad intentions using Halloween as a guise increases.

Residents are encouraged to call the Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050 or 9-1-1 if they observe any suspicious activity during the Halloween season.

Children should never enter anyone’s house or apartment for any reason. All treats should be received at the door. Younger children should be accompanied by an adult or older child. Make sure an adult is aware of the route children intend to follow. Treats received should be checked by an adult before being eaten. Discard any nonpackaged candy or any candy with a torn wrapper.

The Riverbay Fund will present the final day of the Halloween Haunted House TODAY, Saturday, October 30, in the Bartow Community Center, Room 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Haunted House is appropriate for ages 5 to 12. This event is free and offers a safe alternative to trick or treating. The Public Safety Department would like to wish all residents a happy and safe Halloween.

School 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

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 •

www.ccpd.us.

If you SEE something, SAY something!

unloading. Be aware of pedestrians 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 operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

Always remember, if you see something, say some-

thing. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. 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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Cooperators React To Bus Service Cuts Despite short notice and with minimal publicity – just a flyer in bulletin boards – more than 600 cooperators packed Auditorium A of the Dreiser Center on Thursday, October 21, for a hearing on the newly instituted MTA service cuts.

Outraged cooperators told of long waits for overcrowded busses, of dark and dangerous bus transfer locations, of double fares, of lateness for work and missed medical appointments.

The hearing was covered by Bronx Channel 12 and Bronx Press but not by the Co-op City Times, which had been informed in advance of the event by the organizers. Similarly, our cooperator-funded newspaper chose not to publicize or report on the Town Hall Speak-Out Against the MTA Cuts in Bartow Center last April that also drew an overflow crowd of cooperators. Nor did the paper send a reporter the following Monday, when a delegation of cooperators picketed MTA and delivered over 2000 petition signatures collected in a matter of days. Whose side is the paper on?

Board resolutions going back to 1982 have established and reaffirmed a Co-op City Times Editorial Advisory Committee.

Although the latest resolution adopted in 1991 (91-09) was never rescinded, the committee has not functioned for many years. It should be reinstated as a way for cooperators to monitor the Times.

PO RT ER SE RVI CE T RIM ME D Board members recently received a copy of a letter from the Building 26 Association with a resolution adopted at its October 12 meeting expressing opposition

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cylich to any plan that would cut the maintenance staff from 4 to a staff of 3 in our building.

It is their opinion that such cuts would endanger the good condition of their building. Other building associations ought to be heard from.

PATIE NCE & NE E D TO KNOW Continuing delay in resolving the apartment sales issue will increase suspicion of impropriety and cover-up by the Board of Directors. Despite appeals for patience, the community remains concerned about allegations that a Board director was reportedly bumped ahead of others on a waiting list for a townhouse apartment.

Longtime former Board member Nels Grumer notes in a letter to this paper (10/23) that he knows it is hard for Board directors not to use their influence on their own behalf or on the behalf of their family and friends. Directors have better access to department heads and even those further up the management chain.

In addition, an investigation by Riverbay attorney Michael Munns released in May 1998, initiated by Board Vice-President Clarence Jake Powell, detailed how a former Board president leaned on the Sales Department, on behalf of her and her family at the expense of others.

No wonder cooperators suspect that perks, influence, and privileges can be difficult for some Board members to resist.

AL LAYING CO OPE RATO R SUSP ICIONS I agree with Othelia Jones, who said an outside firm should do the investigation rather than Riverbay’s Jeff Buss and his firm. But even before we hear the Buss report, there are two actions the Board can take to restore cooperator confidence.

One relates to a major charge made by the state Inspector General in a 2007 report reviewing the Division of Housing and Community Renewal. The DHCR failed to monitor the way managements sold apartments in other co-ops. In response to the report, the DHCR directed co-ops to publicize waiting lists.

Management here claims to be in compliance but doesn’t say where the list is located. I propose that management establish and post waiting lists for apartments, townhouses, hall closets, and garage reserved spaces.

Second, the Board should begin immediately to meet openly and with a gallery session. Cooperators would see this change as proof that there is nothing to hide.

Finally, I hope that Buss’s investigative report answers many of my questions including those raised in the Daily News regarding this episode.

HARD TIM E S & L AT E PAYE RS Scores of cooperators are late paying carrying charges every month. In the past year 52 were evicted. Most manage to catch up, at a price: a late fee of $30 and a legal fee of $150. These fees earn the corporation over $700,000. At a time of high unemployment which is double in minority communities, I oppose placing addition-

al burdens on struggling families.

L OO KING FO R A L OAN In 1998, Riverbay asked Goldman Sachs to explore refinancing for both the mortgage and capital improvement. By 2004, a deal was almost reached with the Housing Finance Agency for a 30-year self-liquidating loan of $505 million. But as we learned several years later, that application was turned down by a little-known, un-elected state body, the Public Authorities Control Board, which offered only a $425 million loan - much less than Riverbay needed. Costly financial advisors recommended that the Board turn to private financing. We wound up with 15-year $480 million, non-self liquidating loan, amortized for 30 years, from Community Bank.

Now, with interest rates low, management (with the consent of the Board) has begun exploring a 35-year self-liquidating loan guaranteed by HUD/FHA. The possibility of obtaining a mortgage with an HFA guarantee is greater today than it was in 2004, during the Bush administration, because of an effort by the Obama administration to encourage HUD to help cooperatives apply for refinancing under FHA guidelines.

Our management is considering applying for $550 million loan - to repay debt on the present loan, to pay off pre-payment fees, and to restore reserves. An additional application for $20 million for window replacement with the expectation of reimbursement by NYC through the J51 tax credit is also being considered.

We hope that Riverbay will be able to meet stringent HUD requirements

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National Council of Negro Women Our 75th Anniversary Celebration “Women United: Activate the Legacy” November 12-14, at the Hilton Rye Town Hotel, 699 Westchester Avenue, Rye Brook, New York. Opening session will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 12. Saturday’s session will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 14, closing will be held at Mother AME Zion Church for Dr. Height’s Memorial Service.

Registration fee for the celebration is $200. It covers the material, speakers, and meals. Make check/money orders payable to NCNW and mail to: National Council of Negro Women, Inc., 75th Anniversary Celebration, 633 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004.

Book club will meet today, Saturday, October 30, at

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP election for the Executive Committee and branch officers 2011 - 2013 is underway. Thank you to Mr. Kenneth D. Cohen, Regional Director NAACP, NYC Metro Council and President, NAACP Northeast Queens Branch for representing and overseeing the procedure plus giving attendees much important information. September 26th marked the opening of the 2010-2011 season of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP and started the process for this election year.

The Election Committee led by Leonard Murrell, included Jeannette Graves, Mildred Davis, Lottie Townes, Eleanor Donnley, Joyce Wilson and Janice Brown. Eva Lazaar offered to replace any member withdrawing from the committee.

The Nominating Committee submitted a slate for the Executive Committee. Additional nominations could have come from the floor with three (3) signed petitions and nominees having paid Co-op City branch memberships for over 180 days. Only members in good standing are eligible to vote. The next meeting and Election Day has changed to Sunday, November 21st. The approved uncontested slate is Jeannette Graves – President; Joyce Wilson – First Vice President; Brenda Brown – Second Vice President; no nominee – Third Vice President (it is not obligated to be filled); Eva Lazaar – Secretary; Clotilda Hartfield – Assistant Secretary; Lisa Solomon – Treasurer.

Approved ballot forms are being prepared for use on Election Day. Thank you to those members that served on the Nominating Committee and especially Leonard Murrell for his leadership. The Supervisory Committee for Election Day is Elayne Cole, Annette Wood, Alfred Lynch Jr., Regina Usher, and Marie McCants. That committee will oversee Election Day proceedings.

We are pleased to inform you that applications for the U.S. Department of State’s 2011 Summer Student Internship Program are being accepted now. Go to this website: http://careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP for more information and to start the online application process. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is November 01. You must be a U.S. Citizen and a student (a full- or part-time continuing college or university junior, or graduate student - including graduating seniors intending to go on to graduate school) to be eligible. Please read the program description and vacancy announcement for more information.

November 2nd is Election Day and it’s the responsibility of all citizens to vote. This is how a Democracy works.

Make sure you know where to vote and make sure you are registered, especially if you have recently changed your personal circumstance. The NAACP has taken an aggressive and full participatory position in reviewing education in the United States, as well as participating in legal and criminal actions in the United States. Join the NAACP online at: http://action.naacp.org/BeAMember.. The NAACP monthly meetings are held at 3:00 p.m., 100 Erskine Place, Bldg. 31A, Gr. Fl. Please phone: 718-6717856 with questions or announcements for this press release. The Co-op City Branch of the NAACP sends wishes for a speedy recovery to all ill or homebound and congratulates all celebrating an event.

—E va L a za a r

3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. We will be discussing “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson.

Saturday school registration for new students will continue on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. in Room 14 until grades are filled. Space still available in 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades.

Our next General Membership meeting will be held Saturday, November 13, at 2:30 p.m. in Room 11. Please come out and join us.

Did you know…Marian Anderson was born February 27, 1897, in Philadelphia, PA. She started singing early in life and at the age of six, joined the family’s church choir.

Recognizing her talent and her need to study with professional teachers, members of her community took it upon

themselves to raise the funds for her musical training.

Anderson once said, “The faith and confidence of others in me have been like shining, guiding stars.” Anderson became the first Black singer to appear on the stage of New York’s Metropolitan Opera.

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

Barbara Albright, may God bless you with a speedy recovery…

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

Happy Halloween!

—M a xin e Su lliva n

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Black Forum Defensive Driving Our defensive driving course will be back on Saturday, November 13, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035.

Please mail check in the amount of $35 to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. All money must be received at least one week prior to the class. No personal checks will be accepted on the day of the class, only cash.

Black Forum Aerobics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. Salsa classes to begin in early October. Call today.

Belly dancing, dance classes for children and Tai Chi will also begin in October. To register for any of the above classes, please call us at (718) 320-8035. There is a nominal fee for each of these classes.

Two major end of year events We’ll be having a pre-Thanksgiving Day Jump-Up on November 20, featuring Calypso Rose, the Queens of Calypso; Lord Konris, Lord Kent, and also Moco Jumbies (stilt dancers). Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at door; sell 10 tickets, get one free. Finger foods.

On December 31, big New Year’s Eve party. Midnight champagne, live band, DJ. Tickets: $25/pp. BYOBB. Both events at Dreiser, Aud. B, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Tickets available, call now.

Calling all teenagers If you are 13 years and older, call to join an exciting co-ed teenagers group.

Get together for healthy, open debates and discussions, peer counseling, talent showcases, poetry, dance, etc., etc. Call to register, (718) 320-8035, or email us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

Applications available.

Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Try-outs are ongoing Mondays and Wednesdays, Dreiser Auditorium. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program New Hours & Days We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center.

Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags.

In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non

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

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

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

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

Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

Working Families Party Co-op City Club We are one week away from Election Day, Tuesday, November 2nd. Most of us have heard or seen the attacks on the Obama administration. On Tuesday, we will let our voices be heard! Our economy did not experience a meltdown overnight and there remains much to be done to

address the myriad of issues facing our government. Our participation is extremely important. We cannot allow the media to dictate to us through the use of poll numbers who will control our legislative bodies. We need to send a very strong message that we are through being told what to do

and are looking at accountability. Let’s make history again by repeating 2008’s turnout for this year’s election!

WFP Co-op City Club continues to advocate for working families in our community through its work on the MTA cuts to services, affordable housing, quality

healthcare for all and improvements to the educational system. Join us on Tuesday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m. in Einstein Loop Community Center in Room 38. For more information, you may contact 646206-8555.

—Cheryl Simmons-Oliver

American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 is located in Section 5, Einstein Loop Community Center. Our phone is 718-320-8165, and we are in Room 41 on the 2nd floor. If you have a computer, you can also reach us by using our e-mail address. Post 1871 has a new website for all Post members, www.mylegion.org. You must register to open this e-mail. The only people who can change this information are the Commander and the Adjutant of the Post.

Greetings to all our comrades who are residing in the Bay Park Nursing Home.

Our minds and hearts are with you each and every day hoping that you will have a blessed day. Happy birthday to all our comrades who have a birthday in the month of November: William E. Gordon,

Ernest A. Medaglia, Richard Werner, Stephen Werner, Santiago Gonzalez, Ortiz A. Hannys, Robert Moss, Sr., Carlos Tricoche, Silas J. Stanford, Andres Hannys-Ortiz, Stephen M. Neilson, Henry M. Newman, Andre Williams and Kelvin A. White. The best way to keep your computer keyboard clean is to keep it covered when your not using it. Try using a flexible plastic cover. November 11th, Veterans Day at 10:30 a.m., there will be a ceremony held at the Pelham Bay World War I statue. For more information, contact the Post. Starting in January, we will start selling raffles again to support our Post, so look for your raffles to arrive at your house some time in January, 2011. On Tuesday, November 2nd, the polls will be opened

from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Don’t forget to cast your VOTE. Please remind your family and friends to do the same. I’m not going to tell you who to vote for, so let your conscious be your guide.

Eating frequently is one the best ways to boost your metabolism and lose weight.

Meal and menu planning is not only a strategy for healthy eating, it’s an effective tool for weight loss. A good way to prevent identity theft is to always shred all documents including all pre-approved credit applications, insurance forms, bank checks, and statements you are discarding, and other financial information. Protect your computer from internet intruders by using FIREWALLS. Also, use an anti-virus software and keep it up to date at all times.

All Post members, baseball caps have arrived at the Post. If you would like to purchase a new baseball cap, the cost is $18. Remember, one size will fit all, so just bring a check, cash or money order to purchase your cap.

Any Post member who needs a DD-214, let someone in the Post know.

The next Executive meeting will be held on Saturday, November 6, at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Please arrive on time, TURN OFF CELL PHONES and sign in.

Why did God give us two ears and one mouth? Answer. To hear twice and speak once.

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

—R ich a r d I . L a wson, J r.

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Second Reading Resolution # 10-24 SUBMITTED BY: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab SECONDED BY: Al Shapir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: O ct ober 27, 2010 W H E R E AS C h r is & K a t h y R est a u r a n t I n c. d /b /a Town h ou se R esta u r a n t has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for premises at 129

Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, to be used as a r est a ur a n t ; and W H E R E AS , C h r i s & K a t h y R est a u r a n t I n c. d /b /a Town h ou se R est a u r a nt has requested a Consent to Assignment pursuant to the terms of the lease, to assign the lease to Two Pet er s Deli of Sm it ht own I nc.; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44;

NOW, T HE R E F O R E , BE I T R E SOLVE D, that the lease agreement for C h r is & K a t hy R est a u r a nt I n c. d /b/a Town h ou se R est a u r a n t with premises at 129 Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Two Pet er s Deli of Smit h t own I n c., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as

amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

Riverbay Corporation enter into a service agreement with Carrier Corporation (Recommendation attached).

NOW T HE R E F O R E , L E T I T BE R E SO LVE D: that the proposed sole source service contract 2619 with Carrier Corporation in the amount of $38,016.00 over two (2) years be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors

Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

$91,000.00; and W HE R E AS, the Project Manager is in agreement.

(Recommendation attached) NOW T HE R E F O R E , L E T IT BE R E SOLVED: that the proposed contract P105 with Trimble for a not to exceed cost of $91,000.00 over three (3) years be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended

by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44

and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, SANT I AG O , SH AP I R O , T I R ADO , TO R R E S, ABDUL -WAH H AB ABSE NT F O R VOT E : F. J O NE S, RO DR I G UE Z ABSE NT: G O R DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

L E T I T BE R E SO LVE D: that the proposed contract with Adriatic Artisan Works over a two (2) year period for a not to exceed contract amount of $500,000.00 be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and

Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YE S: AT K I N S, BA I L E Y, O .

J O NE S, L E S L I E , M O R A L E S , SANT I AG O , SH AP I R O ABSTAI N: C YL I C H , F. J O NE S, R O D R I G UE Z , T I R A DO , T O R R E S, ABDUL -WAH H AB ABSE NT: G O R DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

ment for the premises at 165 Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Sh eer E lega nce Bea u t y Sa lon, I n c., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and be it F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

Second Reading Resolution # 10-55 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: L et icia M or a les BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: O ct ober 27, 2010 W H E R E AS, Carrier Corporation designed and built the upgraded Chillers for Riverbay Corporation; and W H E R E AS, the units have been oper-

ating since the summer of 2007 and this is the fourth season under partial warranty due to project completion issues; and W H E R E AS, the warranty is set to expire October 2010; and W H E R E AS, it is very important that Riverbay Corporation has the assistance of Carrier Corporation since they have the expertise and firsthand knowledge of the units; and W H E R E AS, the Project Manager is in agreement and recommending

Second Reading Resolution # 10-56 SUBM I T T E D BY: L et icia M or a les SE C ONDE D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b BOAR D OF DI R E C T OR S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: O ct ober 27, 2010 W H E R E AS, Riverbay has been in a contract with Trimble for approximately 2 years where 26 GPS units and antennas were installed in department vehicles; and W H E R E AS, the GPS units have been

used in many discipline cases, litigation cases and has afforded us a discount on our Riverbay automobile policy; and W H E R E AS, 30 additional GPS units were ordered and installed in various department vehicles with an intent to eventually install the units in the entire company fleet; and W H E R E AS, the current contract with Trimble is for 56 units at an estimated recurring monthly cost of $2,504.92 over 36 months that should not exceed

Second Reading Resolution # 10-58 SUBM I T T E D BY: O th elia J on es SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: O ct ober 27, 2010

W H E R E AS , the Contracts Department sent out thirty four (34) requests for proposals for Bid #2597, Preventative Maintenance of Sanitary

& Storm Sewers (Also Emergency Work as Needed); and W H E R E AS, we received four (4) proposals; and W H E R E AS, bids were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and W H E R E AS, the Project Manager has concluded Adriatic Artisan Works is the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendation attached).

NOW T H E R E F O R E ,

Amended Second Reading Resolution # 10-61 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Oct ob er 27, 2010 W H E R E AS, Sh eer E lega n ce Bea ut y Sa lon , I n c. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 165 Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, to

be used a s a bea u t y sa lon a n d sa le of cosm et ics, wigs a nd cost u m e j ewelr y; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om 1/1/11-12/31/20 a nd a r en ewa l op t ion fr om 1/1/21-12/31/25 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agree-

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Second Reading Resolution # 10-62 SUBM I T T E D BY: K h a lil Ab d u l-Wa h h a b SE C O NDE D BY: AL Sh a p ir o BOARD OF DIREC TORS MEETING DATED: October 27th, 2010 W H E R E AS, J on g P il L e e has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 137 Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, to be

used for r et a il sa le of fr esh fr u it s & veget a b les, h ea lt h food , or ien t a l gr ocer ies, ciga r et t es, t ob a cco p r od u ct s, sod a a n d b eer for off p r em ises con su m p t ion; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om 12/1/11-11/30/16 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F O R E , BE I T

R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 137 Dr eiser L oop Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and J on g P il L ee, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F URT HE R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S : AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H , F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AG O , SH AP I R O , T I R ADO , T O R R E S, ABDUL -WAH H AB ABSTAI N: L E SL I E ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

ment for the premises at 100 E lga r P la c e, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Ton y K . C h en , DDS, P.C ., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and be it F UR T H E R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

L oop , Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and K o u n g H e e H on g d /b / a Town h ou se C lea n e r s, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F UR T H E R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

P la ce, Un it A, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Dr s. Bim a len d o & R a k h i G a n guly, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the President of the Corporation is authorized

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

YE S : AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H , F. J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AG O , SH AP I R O , T I R ADO , T O R R E S, ABDUL -WAH H AB ABSE NT F O R VOT E : O . J O NE S ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

ment for the premises at 129A Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Da l P a in t & H a r dwa r e, L t d ., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and be it F URT HE R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S : AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H , F. J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AG O , SH AP I R O , T I R ADO , T O R R E S, ABDUL -WAH H AB ABSE NT F O R VOT E : O . J O NE S ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

Second Reading Resolution # 10-63 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: O ct ob er 27t h , 2010 W H E R E AS, Ton y K . C h en , DDS P.C . has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 100

E lga r P la ce, Un it A, Bronx, New York, to be used a s a d en t a l office; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is Decem b er 1, 2010 – Novem b er 30, 2015 and a renewal option from Decem b er 1, 2015 - Novem b er 30, 2020 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F O R E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agree-

Second Reading Resolution # 10-64 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Oct ob er 27th , 2010 W H E R E A S, K o u n g H e e H o n g d /b /a Town h ou s e C le a n e r s has requested a lease from Riverbay

Corporation for the premises at 181 E in st ein L oop , Bronx, New York, to be used a s a d r y cle a n in g st or e; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om 3/1/11-2/29/20 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F O R E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 181 E in st ein

Second Reading Resolution # 10-65 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T OR S M E E T I NG DAT E D: O ct ob er 27t h , 2010 W H E R E AS, Dr s. Bim a len d o & R a kh i G a n gu ly has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 140 Bench ley P la ce, Un it A, Bronx, New York, to be used a s a gen er -

a l m ed ica l p r a ct ice a n d p ed ia t r ic office; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om O ct ob er 1, 2010 Sep t emb er 30, 2016 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 140 Ben ch ley

Second Reading Resolution # 10-67 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Oct ob er 27th , 2010 W H E R E A S, Da l P a in t & Ha r dwa r e, L t d . has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the prem-

ises at 129A Dr eiser L oop , Bronx, New York, to be used for sa le of p a in t , p a in t a ccessor ies, wa llp a p er, h a r dwa r e, ligh t fixtu r es a nd Ven et ia n b lin d s; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om 11/1/10-10/31/15 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F OR E , BE I T R E SO LVE D, that the lease agree-

Texting While Driving Increases Your Risk of an Accident by 27%!

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Building 30 Association The Building 30 Association (A&B) is here for you! There is always an advantage to becoming a member of your association. Won’t you please join?

Be sure to read the Building 30 Bulletin Board located in your lobby to learn of future get together events.

At t en t ion : We have an email address.

It is: Building30@hotmail.com.

Join the Crochet Club this Fall. We

meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in our meeting room on the “B” side.

Learn how to crochet with Linda. Her students have progressed very nicely. She has patience and teaches you with feeling. Give it a try! It’s a great way to exercise your mind and fingers. We have discovered that this crochet class is helping your mental attitude as well. It is stimulating and relaxing, too. Throw away the tranquillizers and join in the fun.

C om in g E ven t s: We will continue to run our 50/50 raffle at our meetings. Refreshments always follow at the end of the meeting.

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

Get involved and make a difference!!

We are looking forward to meeting and greeting you at the meetings. We had so much fun at Friday Pokeno Night, more are planned for Friday, November 5 and

Friday, November 19 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Watch our Bulletin Board for further information. We would like to do this at least once a month. Read this article for further Game Night updates.

H a lloween C a n d y Dist r ib u t ion : Goodie bags will be distributed on Halloween evening, Sunday, October 31st, in the lobbies of Building 30A & 30B from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

—M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky

Spanish American Community Club of Co-op City The Youth Committee had its Halloween party for the kids. Approximately 30 children attended in costumes. They enjoyed an

activity-filled afternoon which included games, music, snacks and refreshments.

Later in the evening, the Social Committee

held its annual adult Halloween Party. It was a huge success. There were many great costumes, prizes, food and music as well!

Many thanks to all who participated to make these occasions memorable!

—Delia Anaya

Co-op City Little League Registration for the 2011 Season will be held on Wednesday, November 3 and November 11, 6:30-8 p.m. and on Saturday, November 6, November 13 and November 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at

the Little League office, Dreiser Loop, Room 17.

You may register for T-Ball (4-6 years), Farms (7-8 year olds), Minors (9-10 year olds), Majors (11-12 years), Juniors (13-

14) and Seniors (15-16 year olds).

Baseball clinic for registered players will begin on Saturday, December 4, at Truman High School.

For more information about the Co-

op City Little League, and/or to register online, visit www.coopcityLL.tk. You may also contact the club by phone at (718) 379-8242.

—Hector Ayala

R E SOLVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 133 E instein L oop , Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and G J G Br ot h er s I n c., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the

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

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, C YL I C H, F. J O NE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , M O R AL E S, RO DR I G UE Z , SANT I AGO , SH AP I RO , T I R ADO , T OR R E S, ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

L E T IT BE R E SOLVED: that the proposed Change Order One (1) to Contract 2600 with Total Construction Corp. in the amount of $90,372.79 (Original Contract Amount - $360,262.00 + CO1 $40,491.71 (New Contract Total $400,753.71) be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended

by Board of Directors Resolution 95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to

execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YE S: AT K I NS, BAI L E Y, O .

J O NE S, M O R AL E S, SH AP I R O , ABDUL -WAH HAB ABSTAI N: C YL I C H , F. J O NE S, L E SL I E , R ODR I G UE Z , SANT I AG O, T I R ADO, T O R R E S ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS M OT I ON DE F E AT E D

Second Reading #10-68 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Al Sh a p ir o BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Oct ob er 27th , 2010 W H E R E AS, G J G Br ot h er s I n c. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 133

E in st ein L oop Bronx, New York, to be used a s a d in er /r est a u r a n t t a k e-ou t food ; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is Novemb er 1, 2013 – Oct ob er 31, 2023 and a renewal option from Novem ber 1, 2023 - Oct ob er 31, 2028 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T H E R E F OR E , BE I T

Amended Second Reading Resolution #10-69 SUBM I T T E D BY: Kh a lil Ab d ul-Wa hh a b SE C O NDE D BY: Bill G or don BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG , DAT E D: Oct ob er 27th , 2010 W H E R E AS, Total Construction Corp. is doing work under Contract 2600, Bridging at Buildings 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8;

and W H E R E AS, a Change Order One (1) is requested due to additional linear footage needed; and W H E R E AS, the total cost for the additional bridging is $40,491.71;; and W H E R E AS, the Project Manager is in agreement with the Change Order (See attached memorandum from Project Manager).

NOW T H E R E F O R E ,

Amended Emergency Reading Resolution #10-75 SUBM I T T E D BY: Al Sh a pir o SE C O NDE D BY: E lea n or Ba iley BOAR D O F DI R E C T O R S M E E T I NG DAT E D: Oct ob er 27, 2010 W H E R E AS, H& R Block E a st er n Ta x Ser vices, I n c. has requested a L ea se Am en d m en t from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 169 Dr eiser L oop (1,240 sq . ft .), Bronx, New York, to be used t o con d u ct fina n cia l ser vices bu siness, in clu d in g bu t n ot lim ited t o t a x

p r ep a r a tion , elect r on ic t a x filin g a n d r efu n d a n t icip a t ion loa n s a n d sellin g su ch ot h er p r od uct s a nd ser vices a s a r e offer ed in a n y H &R Block Offices; and W H E R E AS, H & R Block has requested an effective lease commencement date of May 1, 2010 in order to comply with their corporate leasing policies; and W H E R E AS, the term of the lease is with a lea se fr om M a y 1, 2010-Ap r il 30, 2014 and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as

amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, T HE R E F O R E , BE I T R E SOLVE D, that the lease agreement for the premises at 169 Dr eiser L oop Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and H & R Block E a st er n Ta x Ser vices, I n c., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it

F URT H E R R E SO LVE D, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: ATKI NS, BAI L EY, C YL IC H, F. J ONE S, O . J O NE S, L E SL I E , MO R AL E S, SANT IAGO, SHAPI RO, T I R ADO , TO R R E S, ABDUL WAHHAB ABSTAI N: RO DR I G UE Z ABSE NT: G OR DO N, OW E NS PASSE D

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Building 18 Association Thanks to all who attended our general meeting on Monday, October 18th. The turnout was more than usual; we all were interested in finding out what is going on.

There were many concerns and questions.

We thank Mr. Vernon Cooper, Riverbay General Manager, for his informative presentation. In recapping, he said the scaffolds around Buildings 17, 18 and 19 will be coming down in early November and if you have any complaints of leaks from the external walls, it must be reported. NO,

this is the final notice. Once the scaffolds are taken down, they will not be put up again for many years. Thanks to all who attended our movie matinee on Wednesday, October 20. A special thanks to a young mother who stopped by after picking up her three young sons from school. All enjoyed the movie and refreshments. Please check the bulletin board for our next movie. We need a committee to assist with purposed activities. If you wish to be a part of the committee, please con-

tact Gertie Brown at 347-275-2995.

Continue to send your articles to e-mail address: BLDG18newsletter@aol.com, we love hearing from you.

Voters, young and old, please exercise your rights. It is important that you vote on November 2nd; make all efforts to go out, and get your paper ballot, mark it, scan it!

VOTE the new way.

Our Annual Halloween Costume Contest was Friday, October 29.

Congratulations to all the winners. Goodie

bags were also given to all children. We wish you all a safe and happy Halloween.

Our deepest sympathies to all bereaved families. To Officer Mills and her family in the loss of their loved one, we pray that God will give you His help, His strength and His hope during this time of sorrow. To our sick and homebound, we pray that your recovery is achieved quickly. Remember: If you SEE something, SAY something!!

Together, we can make a difference.

—G er t ie Br own

Building 16 Association We will be going to show boat on Nov. 20th at 9 p.m. from Building 16, 620 Baychester Ave. We still have some seats left.

Our next meeting will be on November 8

at 7 p.m. on the B side.

All new cooperators are welcome to the meeting & join so your input will count.

To the family of Mr. Edward Stroud, you

have our condolence.

To the sick and shut-in, get well soon.

To those who are celebrating special occasions, congratulations. To contact us

about the Atlantic City Showboat trip, call Clara Coston, 718-671-1754, and Elbert Walker, 718-379-0896. Cost $31, rebate $25.

—Clara Coston

Building 15 Association We would like to thank Chief Frank Apollo and Officer Lancaster for attending our meeting on October 13th.

The speakers were informative. Thanks to all those cooperators who attended and we wish more cooperators would

attend.

We would like some volunteers to help to decorate the lobby for the holi-

days. Please let us know. We would like to start after Thanksgiving.

—Sandy Krasnove

Building 26 Association Happy Halloween greetings to our Coop City families, friends, and especially our new residents. Happy birthday, wedding, and anniversary wishes to all celebrating during the end of October and the beginning of November. Best wishes and encouragement to all of our students. Work hard, be nice, lead, and be the change. You are our future! Well wishes to the sick and shut-in. Our sincere condolences to those families who’ve lost a loved one. May they be eternally blessed.

M a ke I t C oun t - On November 2, please get out and vote!!!!

T h a n k You - Arlene Schaeffer, Barbara Skinner, Michele Smith, Pat Malave, Pat Cippallaro, and Ronnette Summers for all of your assistance with preparing the Halloween treat bags for our

children. Another job well done! I could not have done it without you.

M eet in g Not ice: Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9, at 7:30, in the community room of Building 26B.. Please come out and bring a friend/or your neighbor. Refreshments will be served and we’ll have a 50/50 raffle.

K n it t in g a n d C r och et in g - Come join us for some good company and instruction on knitting and crocheting on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and on Fridays at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the community room of Building 26B..

F r ien d ly R e m in d er : Residents are strongly urged to ensure that their emergency contact information is properly updated with Riverbay. In the event of an emergency or serious incident, it is imper-

ative that Riverbay can reach you and or your next of kin. Forms can be obtained from our Building Association, our CSO office, and/or by calling Mr. Boiko at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3409.

Hea lthy Tip s: Get out and enjoy autumn by taking a leisurely walk. A 30 minute walk helps to promote a healthy heart, it reduces cholesterol, and it decreases stress.

Sa fet y T ip s - During this Halloween season, safety first! Adults should chaperone their children. Inspect all candy before you allow your children to eat it. Discard all unwrapped candy and fruit received from strangers. Put reflective items on your child’s costume.

Parents, talk to your teenage children about the consequences for committing Halloween pranks.

Be C onsid er a te - Please do not litter.

Deposit your garbage into a garbage can.

Residents are reminded to properly bag your garbage before throwing it down the garbage chute. Oversized and extremely large discarded boxes and furniture are not to be placed into the compactor room of your resident floor. Please take downstairs to the basement. Let’s work together to keep our community beautiful, clean, and green!

Secu r it y - Remember, security starts at home. Ensure you know who you are allowing to enter through the front/rear lobby doors. If you don’t know them, don’t hold the door. It’s better to be safe than to be sorry! If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1. The life you save could be your own.

—Yu Von n e L ewis

Building 31 Association Have you been thinking when is our general meeting this month? Well, let me ease your mind, the October meeting has been canceled. We are going to be meeting on Thursday, November 4th at 7 p.m. We received confirmation from Vernon Cooper that he would be able to attend on this date after postponing our previous two requests. Yes, the area manager came to our prior meeting and we appreciate him doing so, however, we all requested Mr. Cooper’s presence as there were still some affirmations needed.

Fall is in the air and Winter is right behind and we will again be stuck with these cold breezes flowing through our apartments. Don’t forget about calling maintenance if you need weather stripping or draft blocker for your door. Ask, it is available to you, but you have to call them.

We are fortunate to have an association that cares and continues to keep activities going in our building. Your annual dues at $5 per apartment helps to fund different activities, such as the children’s Halloween party and scholarship

fund, game/movie night and the knitting circle, AC trips, and hopefully, a Christmas party, too. Sure, it takes more than just dues; volunteers go that extra mile by chairing these different committees for the benefit of all cooperators in our building so we can supplement those dues. Kudos to all volunteers. We salute you for caring enough to take charge and making things happen.

Please check the bulletin board for dates and times of any activities which are currently scheduled. We are looking for a volunteer to make our

Christmas party for the children happen, could that be you? Please just call or speak to any of the Association cabinet members listed on the lobby bulletin board or send me an email at bldg31assoc@gmail.com..

Lizette Ramirez reminds all parents to make sure you bring your children to our Halloween party this afternoon (Sat., Oct. 30th). A very scary party awaits all of the little ghouls from our building.

Don’t forget to vote and remember to attend our meeting on Nov. 4th at 7 p.m.

—M a r ilyn M cDa n iel

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Scheduled Monthly Meeting on Thursday, November 18, in the Bartow Center, Room# 28, at 7:30 p.m. All members are requested to attend this very important meeting as items of extreme significance will be discussed. We will discuss the past general election in detail and its impact on this community. Please attend.

Tuesday, November 2, is General Election Day. I am requesting that all

members of the community come out and cast your vote for the candidate(s) you feel will best represent our views for a more stable government. This being the case, the Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club has endorsed the following candidates for election: Andrew Cuomo for Governor, Joseph Crowley for Congress, Thomas DiNapoli for State Controller, Eric Schneiderman for State Attorney General, Michael R. Benedetto for State Assembly, Ruth

Hassel-Thompson for State Senate, Hon. Edward Walker for State Supreme Court and Linda Poust Lopez for Civil Court Judge, City of New York. These are the candidates that we feel will continue to serve the state, city, and the local community in a positive way and will be most representative of our aims to promote better government in the future.

Thank you.

The club extends get well wishes to those members who have been ill and are

recovering. This message is also extended to those members who are homebound and recovering from various medical procedures.

Our prayers are with you all for a complete recovery. Best wishes are also extended to those members who are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or special event during the month of October.

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

—George T. Clarke

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African-American Association Vot e – Your vote is needed on Election Day, Tuesday, November 2. Vote for the candidate of your choice.

The Association sponsors the following programs, and invites you to participate: T h e J ob /E n t r epr en eu r ia l P r ogr a m : Our mission is to help anyone who wants to work and is seeking a job. All are welcome on the first Thursdays: Nov. 4 & Dec. 2, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15.

Roger Toppin Sr., Chairperson/Coordinator, (718) 320-1424.

Bu sin ess O p p or t u n it y Wor k sh op Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 646-721-8185.

Belly Da n ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This is a fun and healthy way to stay in shape. No experience is needed. The fee: $15 per class or 5 classes for $65; plus $15 membership. Call 646-281-4570.

Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses –

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. This class consists of exercises to promote weight loss, tone and strengthen muscles. Call Ms. Sharpe-Hicks, 718-671-8364.

C onver sa t ion a l Sp a n ish C la sses – Meets on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. for beginners and 4:00 p.m. for intermediate and advanced students in Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-379-5555.

C u b Scout s Pa ck – The next meeting of the Cub Scout Pack will be Thursday, November 4th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 4. Boys, ages 6-11, are welcome to join. They will get the experience of developing new skills, working on projects together, going places together, being in a friendly/safe environment, making friends, having fun, and much more. If you have not already registered your son, please arrive at 6:30 p.m. The fee: $30. Call 718-379-5555.

Sa lsa C la sses – Have been discontin-

ued until further notice.

Book Discu ssion s – The Communiversity of African-Centered Education will meet on Monday, November 8th, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15 to discuss Chapter VIII of “Stolen Legacy” by George G. M. James.

Our volunteer leader is Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene, a/k/a Dr. Booker T. Coleman, a retired educator. All are welcome. Call 718-379-5555.

Members of the Association attended the Conference of the World African Diaspora Union (WADU) at City College and learned of the many business and investment opportunities in several African countries. More information and further discussion will be shared at the Association meeting on November 13th.

C hild r en ’s E a r ly M or nin g P r ogr a m – We are available to care for your child before the school day begins. Call 347-

283-3809.

C h ildr en ’s Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m – The Learning Source is available to care for your children, assist them with homework and offers other enrichment activities. Call 914-907-7936.

G en er a l M em b er sh ip M eet in g – The next general membership meeting will be held on Saturday, November 13, Dreiser Center, Room 15. We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may mail your check or money order (DO NOT SEND CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community.

—F r a n cin e R eva J on es

NARFE Retirees to meet November 1st 2011 is showing every sign of becoming a very challenging year for federal retirees and seniors in general. For a second consecutive year, there will be no Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) for federal retirees and Social Security recipients. The new Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) Open Season premium rates will be going up and the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform shows every

indication of targeting federal benefits and Social Security for serious cuts. In addition, the recent NARFE national convention approved a resolution to increase the national dues beginning in 2011.

These are some of the subjects that will be discussed at the next meeting of the NARFE federal retirees to be held on Monday, November 1st. As usual, the meeting will be held at the Dreiser Loop Community Center #1, Room #9 in

Co-op City, Bronx. The meeting will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. New York State NARFE President BARRY ROCK will be on hand to provide many of the details and will be assisted by Chapter #23 Treasurer MARCIA LIVERAN. The major health plans have been invited to attend and Blue Cross/Blue Shield has already confirmed. OLIVE and JOHN, our wonderful refreshment hosts, will be on hand to provide the donuts and coffee and promise to get us out on time.

This will be the last meeting in the Bronx this year. It is one of the most important meetings that you won’t want to miss. Most of the subjects will have a serious financial affect and you will want to be prepared. Because of the importance of this meeting, we encourage you to bring your spouse, bring another federal retiree and bring your questions. Circle the calendar now. We look forward to seeing all of you at the meeting.

—Ba r r y R ock

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Saturday, November 13, 2010, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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For Information Please Call: 718-829-5326 or 917-650-3822

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

CHURCH SCHEDULE Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7 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. – 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

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

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

OT H E R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: PLEASE JOIN US IN CELEBRATING OUR PASTOR REV. DR. CALVIN E. OWENS’ 34th ANNIVERSARY Opening Service - Sunday, November 7th, 4:00 p.m.

Theme: “Leadership Worth Following.”

The Guest Preacher will be Reverend Hugh Farrish, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mount Vernon, NY. Celebration Service - Friday, November 12th, 7:30 p.m. The Guest Preacher will be Rev. Dr. Shellie Sampson, Jr., Thessalonia Baptist Church, Bronx, NY. Closing Services – Sunday, November 14th: 11:00 a.m.

The Preacher will be Rev. Patricia Lawson.

4:00 p.m. – The Guest Preacher will be Rev. Dr. Arthur Lewter, Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Ossining, NY. Saturday, November 6th: Look forward to two regularly scheduled events hosted by Sister to Sister Women’s Ministry on the first Saturday of the month: Soul Sisters Reading Network and CRAFT workshop. At 10:00 a.m., they will be reading THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS, by Rebecca Skloot. It will be followed by the widely popular knitting and crocheting sisterhood of women and girls at 12 p.m. New crafters fee is $8, and includes supply package; $5 for returning members.

Reservations required. Contact cpcsisters@aol.com or (718) 320-1193.

C P C T O UR S SP O NSO R S T H E F O L L OW I NG

T R I P S. C AL L (718) 671-1182 F O R T I C K E T S AND/OR ADDI T I O NAL I NF OR M AT I O N. 1. Saturday, November 6th, CPC Tours’ annual trip to the Apple Festival at Peddler’s Village and Penn Purchase, Bucks County, PA. Enjoy an autumn day where crafts people gather to show their wares and demonstrate their skills. In Peddlers Village, you will have over 70 quaint shops including handcrafts, leather jewelry, collectibles and specialty foods. Penn Purchase, located across from Peddlers Village, features such stores as Brook Brothers, Coach, Jones NY and Nine West Outlets. Ticket: $47.

2. Tuesday, December 7th CPC Tours’ trip to Foxwoods Resort and Casino to see “Home for the Holidays,” featuring Herb Reed and The Platters. Tickets: $59 include $15 rebate and $10 food voucher.

3. Saturday, December 11th, CPC Tours’ Annual Christmas Shopping Spree to Tanger Outlet Center in Riverhead, LI. Stock up on gifts from Banana Republic, Gap, Coach Factory Store, Jones NY, J. Crew, Easy Spirit, Timberland, London Fog. Tickets: $40.

E va n G. M it ch ell —E

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. thank its members, friends, and the community who attended “Friends & Family Day Celebrations on Sunday, October 17. Special thanks to the Keynote Speaker Mr. Robert T. Johnson, District Attorney for the Borough of the Bronx; Ms. Francine R. Jones, Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Murrell, Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams, Pastor of Co-op City Baptist Church, and Ms. Patricia Bonaparte. Also thanks to McDonalds, Applebee’s, Popeye’s, and Capri IV, who

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church

St. Joseph’s Anglican Episcopal Church is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 on the lower level.

Telephone: (718) 320- 0844.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday: Service 9 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.

Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Thursday: Choir Rehearsal 7-8 p.m. Friday: Youth Group 4-6:00 p.m.

Young Adults 6:30-9 p.m. The Sunday School leads services every fourth Sunday and the Young Adults lead services every fifth Sunday.

Upcoming Events Sunday, October 17-Women’s Day – Celebrating the ministry of all the women of our church with guest preacher and Celebrant. Women of the church invited to sing with the choir Saturday, October 23 – Vestry Meeting Sunday, October 31 – The Anniversary of our Priest Fr. Williamson Taylor Monday, November 1 – All Saints Day Tuesday, November 2 – All Souls Day Sunday, November 7, All Saints and All Souls Day celebrated Sunday, November 14 – Men’s Day – To Honor Men’s Ministry – Men will sing and have a guest speaker Saturday, November 20 – Cake Sale and Vestry Meeting Sunday, November 21 – Last Sunday of Pentecost, Christ the King Sunday, Harvest Sunday, National Thanksgiving Day celebrated Thursday, November 27 – Fundraising trip to Atlantic City My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth (Psalm 121) —Kevin Wallace

Ca l l 71 8. 320 .3 30 0, ex t. 33 84 f or ou r af f ordabl e ad r at es .

gave us donations, and Allan (CowBoy) Usher/Night Riders Band with live music, thanks for supporting us.

Thanks to all those who volunteered their services to make this affair a success. Congratulations to Ms. Lorraine Parker who won the 1st prize, $300; Mrs. Blanco Gussman won 2nd prize, $200 and Mr. Ronnie Waller won 3rd prize, $100. The raffles are to support the activities of the Coalition (Friends & Family Day & Kwanzaa).

Due to the upcoming General Election on November 2, our next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 9, at 7 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. Please join us.

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

Phone number, 1-718-320-1861.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators and providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common

concern and human rights. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Coop City Baptist Church; Faith @ Work Christian Church; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us your tax deductible contribution, made payable to: Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., Post Office Box 619, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s stationery and signed by the minister/president.

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

Remember the Coalition motto is: “Coming Together is a Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success.”

—H a r m a n T. L ea cock

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available.

Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Every other Sunday, the services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service.

C h ur ch Ann iver sa r y – The church will be celebrating our 36th anniversary on November 7th with a bilingual

service at 10 a.m. and a luncheon preceeding the service.

Come and join us in this joyous celebration and worship for what the Lord has done over the last 36 years.

Web sit e - Visit our new website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org to learn more about our church and worship.

Also learn about Buy for Charity on our website and learn how to support our church while shopping online for no extra cost to you.

Neos P r ogr a m s – The teens, tweens and children’s programs every Friday night at 8 p.m. at the church. We also have for girls & boys liturgical dancing, ages 5 to 12, 8 p.m. on Fridays.

Music School – The church is happy to announce the start of the Crescendo Christian Music School at the Church.

Learn piano, guitar, voice and theory. You can contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be

open from Monday – Thursday 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons. Earlier lessons can be arranged. Come and register if you are interested in learning music. All ages welcome. Free registration and affordable rates.

C h oir – All ages are welcome and rehearsals are Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m – The after school program will be starting again and anyone wishing to send their children to a safe environment, where they can do homework, learn what’s in God’s word and just have some fun, please call (718) 671-1033. The after school program is held in Room 43 of Einstein Community Center.

P r a yer R et r ea t – Will be November 6th from 9 a.m.

– 1 p.m. and will be in English. Come and bring a friend, this will be a blessing from the Lord.

—R ev. Dr. M ilca Alva r ez-P la u d

Faith @ Work Christian Church Meeting at 177 Dreiser Loop/Dreiser Community Center, Room 8, 9:30 a.m. (Sundays); Church telephone: (718) 644-0951; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Weekly Worship Experiences: 6:30 p.m., Thursday Bible Study resumes September 16.

Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

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

C hur ch M ot to: “We are Christ-Centered, Family-

Focused with, Power and Authority.”

Ch ur ch M ission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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

Upcoming Ministry Events: NOVEMBER 24TH: Community Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner: FREE TO THE COMMUNITY!!!! Dreiser, Room

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

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

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

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

Youth Sunday School is also from 9:30 a.m. to l0:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

Youth Sunday takes place on the scond 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.

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

Church of the New Vision Annual Building Fund Banquet sponsored by the Pastor’s Aide Committee, will be held on Saturday, November 6 at Juliano’s, located at

4, RSVP required for the church to ensure enough food is available to all who desire.

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

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

—Pa stor Debor a h J enk ins

Church of the New Vision

Einstein Cancer Fund Happy birthday or anniversary to all celebrating in November.

R em in d er – Tuesday, November 2nd – General Membership meeting at 1:30 p.m. in Room 38 at Einstein Loop Center. Dues are $12 and new members are welcomed. Refreshments will be saved.

Tuesday, November 9th – Hilton Casino. Cost per person, $27 with a bonus of $25 slot play. You don’t have to play the full amount in one slot machine. Any balances can be played on different slot machines to your liking.

Please bring a valid photo I.D. Time of pick-up is at 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

For the above trip, please call Mildred at 718-3200288, Loretta at 718-671-2958 or Lydia at 718-671-3005.

For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Once again, it is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of yet another long time member, Luella Hayes, who was a strong supporter and a gentle human being with whomever she touched. Our condolences to her daughters—Cynthia, Melanie, Yvette and to their entire family. May they know of no more sorrows.

Good health and healing are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

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Join us for a fun filled afternoon of worshiping and good food. Tickets for adults are $50, children ages 12 and under $25. Please contact Sis. Sadie James at (718) 6528943, Sis. Marquetta Walker at (646) 342-8375, or any member of the Pastor’s Aide Ministry for tickets.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals.

The Church of The New Vision is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room #33, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409.

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Building 13 Association HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL. Please be careful when you go trick or treating tomorrow.

Talk about a GOOD TIME. If you weren’t there, then you missed a most entertaining evening at the Building 13 Association KARAOKE NIGHT. Words cannot begin to express the thanks we give to our hosts for the evening, neighbors, Toni Hecker and Yasmine Wilson, for the wonderful job they did from the song selection books they prepared to the delicious food they served. Intermission music was fantastic and had us all up and out of our seats. Kudos to DeeJay Val who can be reached at 718-578-9605 or gunn705@aol.com. We laughed, we sang, we danced, but most of all, we had a great time. We thank everyone from all sections of Co-op City and those from other parts of town who came to support our fundraising event. Of course, our Social

Committee members are to be commended for the decorating job among other things that gave a nightclub effect to the NoWhere Diner.

Got your costumes ready??? The Building 13 “HALLOWEEN PARTY” is ready for you on Saturday, October 30, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the rear of the building. All are invited, volunteers welcomed.

The next Arts and Crafts session will be November 20, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Come and explore your creative possibilities.

Building 13’s Social Committee will be hosting a bus trip to Harrahs Chester Casino and Dinner and Live Blues and Jazz at WARMDADDYS. The trip is scheduled to leave from Casals Place at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, April 16, 2011 and depart from Warmdaddys at 9:00 p.m. The cost will be $100 and can be paid in two installments, $50 due December 1, 2010

and the second deposit $50 due February 1, 2011. Money orders can be made payable to Building 13 Association, Inc. Mail to (Mr. B) at 100 Casals Place #29F, Bronx, NY 10475. For additional information on any events, contact Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 or Gail Sharbaan at 718671-3801.

The 45th Precinct meeting will be on Thursday, November 4th at 7:30 p.m. in Room 31, Bartow Community Center.

The Community Board 10 meeting will be on Thursday, November 18th at 7:30 p.m., in Room 31, Bartow Community Center.

For information, call 718-892-1161 and/or bx10@cb.nyc.gov. The next session of “Women Keeping It Real” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, December 4. Save the date.

Please observe speed limit and STOP for yellow school buses.

Building 13 Association reminds all the

drivers/passengers that SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES. Always buckle up. “It is not an option, it is the law.”

P lea se obser ve t h e following q u a lit yof-life r egu la t ion s: a) NO DOG is allowed in the apartment; b) NO LOITERING in the lobby and on the stairways. c) NO SELLING in the lobby. Period. d) NO VANDALIZING the stairs and the elevators.

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

Report any criminal activities to the 45th Precinct at (718) 822-5411 and/or Riverbay Public Safety at (718) 320-3050.

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

For traffic updates, call 5-1-1.

“If you see something, say something.”

—O lu b iyi Seh in d em i (M r. B)

Donizetti Building 4 Association All cooperatives are encouraged to complete or update their emergency contact information forms and submit it to Riverbay Corporation. To obtain a form, you may contact the building association, our CSO office or our Ombudsman, Mr. Boiko, at 320-3300, Ext. 3409.

We are asking everyone who brought their cameras and took picture at the Annual Halloween Party to share your photos. We would like to make a collage of

pictures to post in our meeting room.

Also, the Seniors’ Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on November 13, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. If you are still interested, please contact Yvonne Burrus (718-671-6922) or Diane Windley (347-275-7565) for further information.

The turkey raffle drawing (3 baskets with trimmings) will be held on Monday, November 22nd at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room in rear of Building 4B. Raffles

New York Lyons Mane Track Club Season starts on a successful note The New York Lyons Mane got their 2010-2011 indoor season started with a bang. They competed this past Saturday, October 16, at the Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island. The meet is a semiannual event sponsored by the New York Road Runner Association and consist of light to moderate competition. This fits right in with the indoor season in that it allowed the new members to get their feet wet while at the same time serving as a tune up for the returning athletes.

Overall, it was a very positive outing with many of the runners finishing their racing events anywhere from first to forth place. The weather was extremely cold, but seemed to have little negative effect on the determined girls and boys as the results indicated. Amani Adaba placed second in the 200 meters, Gordon Burnell finished forth in the 100 meters and his twin brother, Kristoff, finished first in the 100 meters. These three later teamed up with Jason Kellogg to place first in the 4 x 200 relay. Kassidy Frankson won the 100 meter race, Queen Asia won the 8 year old 200 meter, Tiffany Dawson won the 9 year old 200 meter and Janelle Slater won the 10 year old 200 meter run. Like the boys, these four girls teamed up to win the 4 x 200 meter relay. Jamie Prince, a new member, won the 100 meter run and finished third in the 200 meter run in her division.

In the girls 11-12 year old division, Alliyah Ferguson was first in the 200 meter, Aolani Harris finished second in the 100 meter and Zuri Straker and Taitu

Scott finished first and second, respectively, in the 400 meter run. After their individual events, these four teamed up to place second in the 4x 200 relay.

Keemiah Ross, also a new runner, finished first in the 100 meter and third in the 200 meters. Shaniah Porter finished third in the 400 meter run. Later, Shaniah and Keemiah joined Chanice Lawerence and Stephanie Santos to place fourth in the 11 and 12 year old girls 4 x 200 meters. Finally, in the 13-15 year old girls events, Briel Biggs won the 200 meter and 400 meter events for 14 year old girls.

Lauren Lyons won both the 100 meter dash and 400 meter run for 13 year old girls.

On Sunday, the team (most members) participated in cross country meet with Briel Biggs winning the 3 kilometer run, Stephanie Santos finishing second in the 800 meter run and Lauren Lyons finishing third in the mole run. Also, competing in the cross country event though not medaling but completing the course with energy to spare are the following: Keemiah Ross, Shaniah Porter, Brittnay Biggs, Chanice Lawrence, Queen Asia, Tiffany Dawson, Amani Adaba, Aolani Harris, Ivan Santos, Anthony Hauser, Janelle Slater, Alliyah Ferguson, and Zuri Straker.

Boys and girls between the ages of 717 seriously interested in track and field can contact the New York Lyons Mane Track Club by calling (718)671-3129, writing New York Lyons Mane, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, New York 10475, or by email NYLYONSMANE@aol.com.

—Don a ld Lyon s

will be available in the lobbies of Buildings A, B and C on the following dates: 11/5 & 11/12 from 5-7 p.m. and 11/6 from 4-6 p.m. Winners need not be present to win…tell your friends and your neighbors. If interested, on the above dates you may sign up to be part of the Christmas decoration committee.

Please note that there will not be a general monthly meeting for the month of November.

With the holidays upon us, please be reminded that extremely large and oversized boxes should be discarded in the ash cart area of the basement.

Get well wishes are sent to our sick and shut-in. Let’s show our concern and compassion by continuing to check on our sick, elderly and handicapped neighbors.

Remember, this is our home…IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. —Yvonne Burrus

In memory of Myra Romero Figueroa It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Myra (Romero) Figueroa of Building 4A. Mrs. Figueroa is a former Riverbay Parking Facilities Department employee and the late wife of Luis Figueroa of the Riverbay Maintenance Department.

The mother of 2 children—Steven and Jackie— whom she was lovingly dedicated to, Myra was affectionately known as the “cat lady.” She enjoyed karaoke and always chose “Me and Mrs. Jones” to sing which she did a pretty good job of delivering on.

An effervescent spirit, Myra was active in a number of organizations, including the B&B Group, a unique gathering of professional women who met monthly to offer support and guidance to each other in the fight against cancer. Myra was also a member of the Cha-Chas, a group of women who established a bond beyond friendship to one of love, support, reliance, trust and responsibility. Myra was the MC for all of the group’s events and she always took this role seriously. During Myra’s last weeks of life, the Cha-Chas chipped in to either be at the hospital or to help her family.

Another of Myra’s passions was her involvement in “Relay for Life—A Cancer Fundraiser” having served as co-Chair of this year’s Bronx event. Her friends fondly remember that she was always thinking of new ways to raise money for cancer research and oftentimes strong-armed many of them to join in her efforts—or else!

In addition to her husband and children, Myra was also devoted and vice versa to her loving parents, Juan & Haydee; her siblings, Eddie, Grace, Gisela, Johnny and Freddie; her nephews, Frankie and Jay, and a host of friends, neighbors and colleagues who will miss her passionately.

Please keep the entire Figueroa family in your thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time.

C h u r ch of th e Sa vior b er eavemen t su p p or t b a ck in session Church of the Savior Bereavement Support Group is back in session every Monday, 7-8:15 p.m., at 120 DeKruif Place (Building 7, street level). This is a free service and anyone may attend for confidential counseling and support.

At the same time, Church of the Savior is reaching out to all representatives of the faith community and social agencies within Co-op City, as well as those of no faith, who would like to attend or refer their members or clients to the bereavement support group, especially as the holidays approach, generally a very difficult time for those who have suffered the lost of a loved one.

For further information, you may contact Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. at (718) 320-0002 or (917) 734-4058.

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Coop City Baptist Church family invites the community to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School for adults and children will be held at 9:15 a.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. and on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and at 7:30 p.m.

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

Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

Visit us on the web at www.coopcity baptistchurch.org. If you are unable to attend, you may dial in to listen on PODCAST. Call (646) 929-2953 at 12 p.m. to hear the service.

The podcast is also available on our website.

Mid-week worship service is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Please join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up. If unable to attend, you can listen on PODCAST at 646929-2953.

The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center, Inc. Saturday Tutoring Program for students in grades 2 through 5 will resume on Saturday, November 6. Tutoring sessions are held from 3 to 5 p.m. Please note the fees have been significantly reduced. The fee is now $30 a month. You may register during program hours. For additional info, call 917-620-2859 or 718-671-8449.

We will hold our Fall Revival from November 17 through November 19 at 7:30

p.m. On Wednesday, November 17, Rev. David Jenkins, Pastor of Bronx Community Baptist Church, will deliver the message. On Thursday, November 18, Rev. Sheila Jenkins, Assistant Pastor of the Bronx Community Baptist Church, will be the revivalist and concluding our uplifting program on Friday, November 19, will be Rev. Dr. Calvin Kendrick, Pastor of Victory Baptist Church in the Bronx. Join us; bring a friend and be revived!

“Feast Delivers,” hosted by the Just For Men Ministry, invites everyone to participate.

The deadline for payment is Nov. 7 and distribution will be on Saturday, November 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. The feast has a turkey day special for $25. Call 718-320-3774 for infor-

mation.

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

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

The preachers for the revival are as follows: Wednesday, Nov. 17th, Rev. David Jenkins, Pastor, Bronx Community BC; Thursday, Nov. 18th, Rev. Sheila Jenkins, Ass’t. Pastor, Bronx Community BC; Friday, Nov. 19th, Rev. Dr Calvin Kendrick, Pastor, Victory BC. —Hatt ie L. L ucas

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

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

My God will fully satisfy every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. To our God and Father be the glory forever and ever.

—Philippians 4:19-20 (NRSV) Up com in g E ven t s & Sch ed u le C h a n ges: Discipleship classes every Sunday from 9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m. – Bartow Community Room #28. Please contact Deacon Hilberto Nieves or Deaconess Phyllis Streeter.

Communion Service on Sunday, November 7th at 11 a.m. Join us at the Lord’s Table. All are welcomed.

Ser vices on C a b le – You can watch portions of our Sunday Services on Cablevision’s Bronxnet Channel 70, Saturdays, at 4 p.m.

Sch ed u le of Ser vice: Sundays: Discipleship Class: 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Worship Service** 11 a.m. start **First Sunday of each month is our Communion Service.

Building 24 Association Hi neighbors!!! Well, we had our first meeting. It was, as usual, the 12 regulars, plus a few more. Never mind, at least we met. We talked about the good, bad and where was the rest of the building!!!

O.K., moving on.

Our building has gone through such sweeping upgrading that we might be put for sale!!! Of course, we have our windows, a new roof is being prepared, our laundry room and entrance in the new grey and white painting; our sink-hole in the front has been covered with new blocks; our rugged entrance to the building in the back has also been covered with new bricks; AND OUR SHOW-PLACE

GARDEN IS THE LIVING END. When you get off the bus, our splendid garden is the first thing you see and can admire.

YES, we are ready for SALE. (Smile) Next discussion, our coming events: We are still trying to decide whether to do a Halloween candy event due to the big parties planned by our own Riverbay Fund. Next month is our Thanksgiving, turkey raffle and basket of cheer. We are planning another for November 9th. More next time. Give a big shout out to the neighbors who keep our floors cheerful with their timely decorations. Thanks. Be careful: be happy and be neighborly.

— C elest in e W it h ey

Children’s Church (4-12 years old) 11 a.m. start.

Little Lambs (2-4 yrs old) - 11 a.m. start Fridays: Bible Study and Prayer* - 7 p.m.

– 9 p.m.

Youth Fellowship & Bible Study - 7 p.m.

– 9 p.m.

F Y I: You can now see portions of our services and worship on our website www.circleofchristchurch.org, Facebook and Youtube.

All Sunday services are recorded on CD for a donation of $5. Please see Elder Raul Torres after service or place your order online. You can also see part of our messages on Facebook. Look us up and become a fan.

Circle of Christ Church helps support

missions in Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Bronx and Africa. Join us in our goal to expand God’s work throughout the world. Please make all donations to Circle of Christ Church – memo Missions.

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

P l ea se m a i l a ll you r in q u i r i es or d on a t ion s t o t h e fo ll owin g a d d r e ss: Circle of Christ Church, P.O. Box 1365, Bronx, NY 10475; 718-864-4002 or 203559-1494.

Ser vi ce L oca t i on : 2049 Bartow Avenue – Bartow Community Center, Room #31, Bronx, NY 10475.

Web sit e: www.circleofchristchurch.org.

—E ld er J a y R a m os

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Monday, November 1

Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Library

Library

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

9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 49

Crochet & Knitting

Dominoes

9 a.m, Rm. 7

Bingo 11 a.m., Rm. 31

Around The Lunch Table

Dominoes

Tuesday, November 2

10 a.m., Rm. 2

2 p.m., Rm. 25

Bingo

Word Games

1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

2 p.m., Rm. 25

2 - 4 p.m., Rm. 34

Afternoon Movie

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

2 - 4 p.m., Rm. 7

2-4 p.m.

Current Events

Dominoes

10 a.m., Rm. 31

10:00 a.m., Rm. 49

Library, Exercise, Chat Session

Walking Club

Mon., Orange-pineapple juice, sliced turkey wings, Nov. brown rice, 1 peas & carrots

Meatloaf, mashed potato, spinach

Whole wheat bread, diced pears

Tues., Nov. 2

Orange juice, BBQ chicken, linguine, kale

Pepper steak, brown rice, carrots, broccoli & cauliflower

Whole wheat bread, apple

Wed., Nov. 3

Meatballs, baked potato in skin, mixed veggies

Chicken cacciatore, spaghetti, lettuce & tomato w/dressing

Whole wheat bread, fresh oranges

Sliced turkey, baked sweet potato green beans

Rye bread Apricot halves

Navy bean soup, tilapia w/tomato sauce rice & peas, collard greens

Whole wheat bread, fresh pears

11 a.m., Rm. 7

Internet Cafe

9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 7

10:00 a.m., Rm. 31

Beginner’s Self Defense

Tai Chi

Alert & Alive

11:00 a.m., Rm. 45

10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Bingo

Mixed Cultural Dance

9 a.m., Rm. 31

Advanced Self Defense

1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

10:30 a.m. in Aud. A

10 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes Word Games

Internet Cafe in the Computer Lab

Tuesday Movie w/popcorn

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes

10 a.m., Rm. 31

10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise, Chat Session,

2:30 p.m., Rm.25

9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 7

Line Dancing

Wednesday, November 3

Stay Well Exercise

11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

Bingo

Thursday, November 4

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Kosher

10:00 a.m., Rm. 45

Canasta

11 a.m., Rm. 31

Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Garden Club

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

Word Games

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m.

Tai Chi

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

in Computer lab

Bingo

Bingo

2 p.m., Rm. 25

1:00 pm, Rm. 49

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed.

10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 11 a.m., Rm. 2

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

Internet Cafe

Sewing w/Raymonde

9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

2-4 pm, Rm. 34

9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Library

Dominoes

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

10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise, Chat Session

Chat session

Stay Well Exercise

Belly Dancing

9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 31

10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

12:30 p.m., Aud. A

Dominoes

Spelling Bee

2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

11 a.m., Rm. 49

1 p.m., Aud. A Drama Rm. 7

Word Games

Bingo

Thursday Movie w/popcorn

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

1 p.m., Rm. 49

2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Bingo

Internet Cafe

2 p.m., Rm. 25

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday

9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 7

“Handi-Flex

10:00-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

“Movie Madness”

Dominoes

Crochet & Knitting

9:30 a.m., Rm. 31

10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45

9 a.m., Rm. 2

Spelling Bee

Friday, November 5

Non-Kosher

Date:

11 a.m., Rm. 31

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

Self Defense

Day at the Movies w/popcorn

10 a.m., Rm. 45

10 a.m., Rm. 7

Bingo

Meditative Moments

1 p.m., Rm. 49

Internet Cafe

Word Games

2-4 p.m., Rm. 34

2-4 p.m., Rm. 25

Card Games

11 a.m., Rm. 8

Afternoon Movie 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

Bingo 2 p.m., Rm. 25

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10:00-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

*Schedule subject to changes without notice*

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

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK UP TIMES

1st Monday: 1st & 3rd Mondays: Resumed 10/8 Resumed 9/7

Stew Leonard’s Super Wal-Mart Swimming Classes Bowling

$5 $12 $3 $10

Bartow 1 p.m.

9 a.m.

1 p.m.

11 a.m.

Dreiser 1:15 p.m.

9:15 a.m.

1:15 p.m.

11:30 p.m.

To register for trips and classes, please call:

(718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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

Einstein 1:30 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

1:30 p.m.

11:15 p.m.

Pineapple juice, Thurs., chicken cutlets, Nov. peas & carrots, tossed salad w/dressing 4

Fri., Nov. 5

Orange juice, cod fillet w/cocktail sauce, orzo, Italian blend

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips C on t inu in g E d uca t ion cla sses in C oop C it y - Lehman College in collaboration with JASA is offering the following classes for Fall 2010: Computer Basics 2007, Introduction to the Internet and Social Networking, Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, Conversational Spanish for Beginners, An Introduction to Hatha Yoga, An Introduction to Belly “Aerobics,” Beginning Tai Chi Chuan And Qigong, Jewelry Making: From PaperMache to Pearls, Embroidery w/Reverse Applique’, The Art of Crochet and Paper Crafts. C a ta logu es can be found at local Senior Centers in Einstein, Bartow, and the Dreiser Community Center, also at the JASA Senior Services Office at 2049 Bartow Avenue and the Riverbay Corporation Management Office, across the hall from the Co-op City Public Safety Office. For more information, please call 718-320-2066. Pick up your catalog today! Sponsored by Lehman College & JASA. I NT E R NE T C AF É every day at the Einstein Senior Center, 135 Einstein Loop, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 34. You can explore on the web, check your e-mail, etc.

NOTE: THIS IS NOT A COMPUTER CLASS. YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO USE THE COMPUTER ON YOU OWN. AF T E R NOO N M OVI E S at Dreiser from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. in Room 7, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Popcorn will be served.

Come & join us to play Bingo, Wor d G a m es & Dom inoes in the Bartow Senior Center from 2-4 p.m. on Monday and Friday and 2:30 p.m.-4 p.m. on TuesdayThursday in Room 25.

F a ir wa y F ood M a r k et in Pelham Manor – Monday, November 8th and Monday, November 22nd. Transportation,

$3. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop – 9:00 a.m., Asch Loop – 9:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop – 9:30 a.m.

T h a n ksgiving Da y Fea st - Wednesday, November 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Dreiser Senior Center, Auditorium. Cost is $4 in advance, $5 at the door. Please register early. Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:30 a.m., Einstein – 9:45 a.m. You can register at the senior centers. If you have any questions, please call 718-320-2066. Registration begins immediately. Flyers will be located at the senior centers.

Do you n eed sup p or t for a n old er p er son ? A caregiver support group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and problems. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, from 1-2 p.m. Next session is scheduled for November 9. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at: 718/320-2066.

J E R S E Y G AR DE NS M AL L & I KE A - Monday, November 29th - 3 hours of shopping at Mall & 2 hours at Ikea for only $12. Price includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups will be as follows: Bartow-8:00 a.m., Dreiser-8:15 a.m. and Einstein-8:30 a.m.

Senior C ent er F ield Tr ip Per mission Slip – Effective immediately, all senior center participants will be required to fill out a Senior Center Field Trip Permission Slip before going on any JASA senior center trips. The driver should have a copy of the permission slip in the van at all times.

If you have not filled out a form prior to the trip, the driver will have blank forms in the vehicle.

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

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

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

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE HOBBIES African American Club: “Belly Dance Class” Mon., 11/1; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2) “Yoga/Pilates” Tues., 11/2; - Thurs., 11/4; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #2) Co-op City Duplicate Bridge Club: “Bridge Training Class” Wed., 11/3; 4:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9), “Bridge Game” Wed., 11/3; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

RELIGIOUS Church of the New Vision: “Bible Studies” Sun., 11/7; 9:30 am (Einstein Room 38)

Circle of Christ Church: Fri., 11/5; 6:00 pm & Sun., 11/7; 9:00 am Church Service (Bartow Rooms #28 & #31) Faith @ Work Christian Church: “Bible Studies” Thurs., 11/4; 5:00 pm “Church Service” Sun., 11/7; 8:00 am (Dreiser Rm #8) Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15: Sun., 11/7; 10:00 am (Einstein Rm #35) Harvest Restoration Ministries: Wed., 11/3; 7 pm & Sun., 11/7; 10:00 am (Dreiser Room #10) Mt. Calvary Baptist Church: Thurs., 11/4; 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #9)

SCOUTS Girls Scouts of New York: “Meeting” Fri., 11/5; 5:00 pm (Dreiser Rooms #1, 2, 4, 9)

African American Association: “Cub Scouts” Thurs., 11/4; 6:30 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

SENIORS JASA Senior Services: “Luncheon” Mon.-Fri. 11/1;-11/5; 8:00 am (Bartow Room #31)

National Association Federal Employees: “Meeting” Mon., 11/1; 10 am (Dreiser Room #9)

SERVICE & CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program: Tues., 11/2; “Meeting Time” 6:00 pm (Dreiser Room #4)

Einstein Cancer Fund: “Meeting” Tues., 11/2; 1:30 pm (Einstein Room #35)

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY — A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION — 2010/2011 Book Discussion — Thursdays • 1:30 p.m.

Titles can now be reserved through the library. Participants should read each selection in advance and be prepared to take part in the discussion. Admission is free.

Please sign up at the Information Desk.

November 4 - THREE CUPS OF TEA by Greg Mortenson TAG/Every Tuesday, 4 p.m. • Storytelling/Poetry • 1st Wednesday, 4 p.m.

Book Café/3rd Wednesday, 4 p.m. • Book Group/1st Friday, 3:15 p.m.

Card Games/3rd Friday, 3:15 p.m.

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : The following is additional information on foods that are helpful additions to your winter diet to help boost your immune system: garlic/onions/ leeks/chives – helps guard against swine flu; brussel sprouts – holds the key to restoring the body’s immunity which declines with age; sweet potatoes – rich in beta carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A. R E M I NDE R : We are once again receiving canned goods (not outdated) and other “non-perishable” food items for our food drive. All donations will be given to a neighborhood soup kitchen.

These items may be brought to the AARP Room “O” in Dreiser Loop Community Center, Mon. – Fri., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Heartfelt condolence to Alethia Stroud on the loss of her husband, Ed; and Annette Harrison on the loss of her oldest brother (in Florida).

To notify Peachtree Chapter of illness or bereavement, contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-6715493.

2010 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES December 9 (Thurs.) - Peachtree Holiday Celebration at Villa Barone Manor - 1 p.m.-5 p.m. — $65 — (transportation is available on a “first come, first serve” basis). Tickets are available in the AARP Office in Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room “0,” Mon., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; and Thurs. & Fri., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

December 30 (Thurs.) - January 1

(Sat.), 2011 – New Year’s Eve at the Desmond Hotel (Malvern, PA); includes 4 hour stay at the Sands Casino (Bethlehem, PA) or free time in the town of Bethlehem; after checking-in, dinner & show at the Desmond Hotel; buffet breakfast at the hotel; choice for the day (New Year’s Eve): 4 hour stay in Atlantic City or a narrated tour of Philadelphia or shopping at the King of Prussia Mall or a day at the Desmond (playing cards, a movie, Bingo or swimming); attend the New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party and Surf & Turf Dinner w/open bar, champagne toast, hats, noise makers, music & dancing & more; New Year’s Day brunch w/music & dancing and a show before departing for home – $530/person - double; $630 Single; $520/person/triple; $100 deposit due with reservation form ($50/person trip insurance – optional) – Final payment is due mid-Nov. or before.

There are a few seats available…contact Delores – 718-379-2176.

2011 TOUR COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES: January 19-29, 2011 – “No-Fly” Cruise Winter Escape; 11 days/10 nights; depart from New York via Deluxe Motor Coach w/overnight stops; arriving in Charleston (SC) to board the ship to Key West (FL); Nassau & Freeport (Bahamas); returning with overnight stops; pricing to be announced; trip insurance optional (recommended); Final payment was due Oct. 1st – contact Jeanne – 718-379-3742.

—Delor es Deb na m

Handicapped Adults Association The memorial to Anna Capell went well. There were 40 people in attendance.

There was a moment of silent prayer for Anna.

The following people were speakers: Archbishop Angelo Rosario, Joanne Schwartz, Ms. Thomas who read a poem, Sally Regenhard, Eva Lazaar, Delores and John Rose. Arthur Taub, who was unable to attend, called the office to extend his best to Anna’s family for the memorial.

Anna’s grandson, Anthony, accepted the plaque on behalf of the family.

The Handicapped Adults would like to announce that there will no longer be General Membership meetings on

Sundays. From now on, the General Membership meetings will follow the Board meetings. The next Board meeting will be Friday, November 12 at 11:00 a.m.

The General Membership meeting will follow at 11:30 a.m., Room #1, Dreiser Community Center.

At this time, the Handicapped Adults would like to thank Ramon Betancourt for working so hard to make the memorial the success it was. Thank you to his committee co-president Arlene Rodriquez and Josephine Betancourt and Andrea Betancourt for their help.

Get well wishes to Brenda Parks.

—Arlene Rodriguez

The Baychester Branch Library presents the following programs:

Sing for Life, Sing for Joy — Pamela Warrick-Smith A Ten-Session Workshop To Promote Enjoyment of Choral Singing Class Dates/1:30 - 3:30 p.m.: Tuesdays, Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30; additional session: Tues., Dec. 14 • 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Performance and Reception/Sat., Dec. 11 • 2 p.m.

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

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Goose Island Seniors Sunday, October 31—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $3.

Everyone is welcome. Refreshments served. Also, it’s HALLOWEEN! Wednesday, November 3—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $2 for members only. Refreshments served.

Thursday, November 11—Our End of Year Party is very close. Don’t miss a good time at Seashore Restaurant. Price is $50 per person. Everyone is welcome to join us. Music and entertainment by D.J. Willard. Seven entrees to choose from: fried shrimps, shrimp scampi, filet of sole, rosemary chicken, veal cutlet parmigiana, baked salmon, prime rib of beef, wine and soda on table, dessert, coffee and tea.

Tuesday, November 30—Going to Resorts Casino. Price is $27. Rebate is $20. Time is 8 a.m. Pick-up at our 3 usual bus stops. Einstein Center - Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop.

Get well wishes are sent to Bess Rosenberg. She is rehabbing in Riverdale Nursing Home. We wish her a speedy recovery.

For more information, call the office, 718-379-9613, ask for Ann or Mary.

Come to Einstein Center, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Yearly dues are only $12 per year. Happy birthday and happy anniversary to those who celebrate in the month of November.

GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Mary Pilla

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

We each write our own price tags.

Some of us do so deliberately and some unconsciously. Those who do it deliberately are for the most part deceiving themselves. Those who do it unconsciously are the ordinary rank and file of men.

The man who marks himself above his real value may get away with it for a while. But eventually his true worth will be discovered. This never fails. The man who puts a tag on himself as being virgin wool when he is mean and shoddy, may sell himself at a high price for a while, but will soon be discovered.

This too, never fails. The man who presents himself as bright and shiny

when his soil is soiled and tarnished, may fool people for a while.

Eventually, he will be shown in his true character. The world has a way of distinguishing between the genuine and the counterfeit.

As for those who are unconscious of the fact that they are writing their own price tags, everything they do or say reveals something of what they are worth.

Our first concern should be to be genuine and honest. If we can achieve these qualities in our daily lives, it makes little difference what our station is or what our material possessions are.

The tag we bear will reveal our price.

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

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

We would like to remind our members and any Jewish people in Co-op City and looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when

you can.

Sorry to hear about your accident, Jean; hope you’re feeling better.

Frieda will be in the office Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. if anyone wants to drop off their donations or dues.

For information regarding the Synagogue or questions, please get in touch with Frieda at 718-671-3679.

—F r ied a E pst ein

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue The Men’s Club will be running a trip to the Mount Airy CASINO in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, November 3. On Wednesdays, Mount Airy casino offers a Senior Buffet (for people 55 and older) at a cost of $7.77.

C OST: $25 per person with a $35 slot; player may use any machine or table. Bring your photo ID card. This is the lowest price currently being offered in Co-op City.

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

movie..

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

P ick -up st op s: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:00 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:05 a.m.

Everyone is invited to all our functions.

We hope you will join us.

Shalom!

Br uce Git elson —B

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Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 115 Einstein Loop, welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. 718-379-6920.

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

Candle lighting on Friday, October 29, is before 5:37 p.m. Shabbos ends today, Saturday, October 30, at 6:36 p.m.

We recite Havdallah (The Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, October 30 are at 5:35 p.m.

The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. Rabbi Kronengold is encouraging you all to attend his most informative classes on the Parsha for the week.

C om in g E ven t s Saturday, October 30 at 9 a.m. Morning services. The Parsha is: Hayyey Sarah. Mincha is at 6 p.m. The Rabbi’s class topic is the discussion of the Parsha-Hayey Sarah. Shabbat ends at 6:36 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 3 - The Men’s Club has planned a trip to Mount Airy Casino.

It’s a great deal! The cost is $25/person with a $35 slot play; use at any machine or table. Make your reservations early

by calling Marty at (718) 671-7809, Gary at (718) 671-8424 or Bruce at (718) 320-2234 Sunday, Nov. 7 at 1:30 p.m. – Synagogue sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. Enjoy a great afternoon with your friends. The cost is $3/person and includes refreshments and noshes.

(Daylight Savings Time ends. Turn clock back one hour.

Sunday, Nov. 21 at 1:30 p.m. – The Synagogue sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. Cost is $3/person for admission and includes refreshments.

Sunday, December 5 – Please keep this date open for a Chanukah celebration. Watch this article for further information in the near future.

G ood a n d Welfa r e Happy birthday and anniversary greetings to all who are celebrating during the month of November.

Happy 51st Anniversary to Mimi & Jerry Berlofsky, who will celebrate their special day on November 8. Happy birthday wishes to Marilyn De Leonardis on Nov. 16 and to Lorna Smith on Nov. 17.

Many more happy returns!

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

Shalom!

—M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsk y

Co-op City Toastmasters Are you on a personal quest to work on your communication skills? Maybe you have this desire to “re-invent” yourself and wish work on presenting. If so, Co-op City Toastmasters is just for you!

Co-op City Toastmasters Club is a warm and positive environment where one can improve their public speaking skills.

At our meetings, we work on giving impromptu speeches and presentations and reducing, if not eliminating, the use of filler sounds and words. We also work on leadership roles and compete in speaking competitions.

Congratulations to our very own Lorna Smith who represented Co-op City Toastmasters Club in the Area A Speech Contest in Sleepy Hollow, New York.

We’re very proud of you and your accom-

plishment. Keep up the great work!

The District 46 Fall Conference will be held on Saturday, November 13, at the LaGuardia Mariott Hotel. More details can be found on the District 46 website: www.toastmasters46.org.

Our meetings are held every 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. sharp. We’re located at 4160 Hutchison River Parkway East, Building 32B in the First Floor Community Room. There’s free parking in Garage 7 across the street on Einstein Loop. Please bring your ticket to the meeting for validation. If you have any questions, please contact us at co-optoastmasters@hotmail.com.

You are cordially invited to our next meeting which is Thursday, November 4, at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Hope to see you there!

—J u d it h Slowly

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Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Coop City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for

more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 or QBX1 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday Morning Schedule: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m.

Divine Worship 10:30 a.m.

Good news! Our children’s Sunday School is ready to teach and nurture your

child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service.

Weekly Activity Church of the Savior worship at 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed, we want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

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

New H ou r s - Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 7:00

p.m. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God bless you!

Ne w H ou r s - Every Thursday evening, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Bible Study in session. The dynamic Evangelist and gifted teacher, Dr. Margaret Watson, will be the instructor. Do you know what the scriptures are saying, instead of what’s been passed down from tradition and culture? Come join us, bring a friend, everyone is welcome! The truth shall set you free!

T h ou gh t of t h e week : “If you can’t hear the Lord God speaking; check the volume control on your conscience.”

—R ev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm it h , J r.

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Pastor, President, and Founder, Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, and Assistant Pastor, Minister Vernon Little, extend to everyone a healthy, happy, prosperous welcome!

Let’s keep the faith. Most of the time, you’re going to feel like you’re in the minority when it comes to standing up for righteousness, but don’t waver.

Remember, our road is narrow.

God’s Word says in John 6:60-69: 60 Therefore many of His disciples, when they heard this, said, “This is a hard saying; who can understand it?”

61 When Jesus knew Himself that His disciples complained about this, He said to

them, “Does this offend you?”

62 What then if you should see the Son of Man ascend where He was before?

63 It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.

64 But there are some of you who do not believe.” For Jesus knew from the beginning who they were who did not believe, and who would betray Him. 65 And He said, “Therefore I have said to you that no one can come to Me unless it has been granted to him by My Father.”

66 From that time many of His disciples went back and walked with Him no more.

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67 Then Jesus said to the twelve, “Do you also want to go away?”

68 But Simon Peter answered Him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.

69 Also we have come to believe and know that You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Invitations: Church doors open today at 3 p.m. for a Sweet Hour of Prayer. Tomorrow morning at 10 a.m., we have a Sunday School class. Morning Worship is at 11 a.m. We play Min. Vernon Little’s songs, Words To Live By & Proverbs during the offering.

Please come out and support these services. Also, go to YouTube and see Min. Vernon Little’s video for his song Proverbs.

Our convention was a great success.

Thank you to all who came out and thank you to all of the participants: Min. Marlon Young, Sis. Shatiya La’D (Video Ministry), Sis. Heather Walker (singer), and Bro. Edwin Little.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone numbers are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—M in . Ver non L it tle

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95 Most Cars

Custom and oversize wheels slightly higher

RADIATOR $ 95 29 FLUSH Replace with up to 1 gal.

Anti-freeze • Check Belts, Hoses, Clamps, Thermostat MOST CARS

WE ARE AUTHORIZED GE CAPITAL • PHH • ARI DEALERS.

Includes: Wheel Alignment Balance Tires

FREE 21 point

vehicle inspection

39

$

9

599595

Most Cars

WINTER SPECIAL BRAKE SPECIAL TIRE SAVER PACKAGE DISC or DRUM

• • • • •

Most American cars (6 cyl. & 8 cyl. slightly higher)

COMPUTERIZED WHEEL ALIGNMENT Service on Limos & Oversized Vehicles Now Available

*New Spark Plugs *Air Filter *Adjust Idle & Timing *Oil Change & Filter *Transmission Service *Repack Wheel Bearing

99

Most U.S. Cars. Alloy & oversized wheels additional. Up to 24” wheels.

COMPUTERIZED ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC “Check Engine Lights”

$

29

95

Most U.S. Cars

TRANSMISSION TUNE-UP Includes: Changing Fluid, New Pan Gasket, Clean Screen, Adjust Band if Necessary

$

3495

ELECTRONIC IGNITION TUNE-UP FUEL INJECTION $ 95

29 $ 99 34 $ 3999

4 cyl

6 cyl

8 cyl

• New Spark Plugs • Adjust Timing & Carb when needed • Inspect Emission Control • Inspect Cables & Hoses • Most American Cars • Foreign Plugs Extra

WE HONOR MOST EXTENDED WARRANTY PLANS.

Most Cars

CLEANING

DON’T DAMAGE YOUR SENSITIVE INJECTORS, PROTECT THEM FOR:

39

$

95

Most Cars

WE DIAGNOSE & REPAIR: CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS • ELECTRICAL SHORTS. WE NOW SERVICE LARGE VEHICLES: STRETCH LIMOS, TRUCKS, VANS, SPOILERS, FOG LIGHTS, CUSTOM ACCESSORIES, XENON HEADLIGHTS, NEON LIGHTING and CLEAR TAIL LIGHTS.