Co-op City Times 11/02/13

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Health Information Fair focuses on the Affordable Care Act Vol. 48 No. 44

Saturday, November 2, 2013

BY BILL STUTTIG Hoping to clarify some of the confusion and misunderstandings created by media coverage of the recent launching of the enrollment period of the Affordable Care Act, Church of God’s Children and the Bronx Clergy Task Force sponsored a six-hour health information fair on Tuesday, October 29th in Dreiser Center which gave

hundreds of residents here the chance to ask questions about their own specific needs and how to choose the right insurance plan to meet those needs.

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New York State certified health care exchange navigators Betty Tamaisar, Lillianna Melgar, Veronica Carreras and Katie Engst joined Bishop Nancy Rosario of the Church of God’s Children and Tom Giordano of the Bronx Clergy Task Force on Tuesday in helping Co-op City residents get a clear idea of the insurance plans available through New York State’s online health care exchange.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

MTA accountability bill arrives on Governor Cuomo’s desk

BY BILL STUTTIG Co-op City residents should know by next Friday, November 8th, whether Governor Andrew Cuomo will sign into law the MTA accountability bill which passed both houses of the New York State legislature earlier this year.

According to the office of Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, the Governor specifically requested that this bill be sent to his desk for consideration ahead of dozens of other bills that await the governor’s signature, or not, this month. He has until next Friday to sign it into law or veto it. If neither is done before

next Friday, the bill will automatically be sent back to the legislature.

A staff member from Benedetto’s office told the Co-op City Times that it is not known at this time whether the Governor will sign the bill into law or veto it, in which case the bill will be sent back to both houses of the legislature where they can either change the bill to fit the Governor’s preference or vote to override the veto by the required overwhelming majority.

The MTA accountability bill, should it

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Co-op City voters to help choose new Mayor and City Council representative

BY BILL STUTTIG Thousands of Co-op City residents will take to the polls this Tuesday, Nov. 5, Election Day, to help decide who New York City’s next Mayor will be for at least the next four years.

After an unprecedented 12-year run as Mayor, Michael Bloomberg will finally be leaving City Hall at the end of this year with a new Mayor taking over in early January.

Public Advocate Bill DeBlasio, a surprise winner of the hotly contested Democratic Mayoral Primaries in September as he pulled off an unexpected surge in the final weeks of the hotly contested campaign for the coveted Democratic nomination, is widely expected to win the office as most polls show him with a huge lead over his Republican challenger, former MTA head Joe Lhota. Also on the ballot is former Bronx Borough President and Obama Cabinet member Adolfo Carrion running on the Independence Party ticket.

In all, there are 13 candidates for Mayor on the ballot.

Voters here will also decide who Co-op City’s City Council representative will be for the next two years. Andy King, who won a special election last year to fill

out the remaining year left on the term of City Councilman Larry Seabrook, is vying for and will most likely win his first full term as there has been virtually no opposition to his run. On the ballot against him, Robert Diamond on the Republican and Conservative lines, and Trevor Archer is running on the Green Party line. King also appears on the ballot’s Working Families Party line.

On Tuesday, voters will also decide who the city’s next Public Advocate and Comptroller will be.

Vying to replace Mayoral candidate DeBlasio as Public Advocate is Brooklyn City Councilwoman Letitia James, who has campaigned in Co-op City in recent months as she won a tight race for the Democratic nomination in September’s primaries and then a required run-off. She is opposed on the Republican ticket by Robert Maresca. There are also six other candidates running on other party lines for the Public Advocate job.

Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer is considered the front runner to replace the departing John Liu as New

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Trick or Treat!

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Daylight Saving Time Ends

As we move our clocks BACK one hour on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 a.m., it’s a good time to replace the batteries in your older style smoke detectors.

—Riverbay Safety Department

Scores of young people, dressed up in their Halloween costumes, converged on the Bartow Mall on Halloween evening, Thursday, October 31, for trick or treating fun. The children were accompanied by their parents/guardians or older siblings as they went from store to store and were given treats to be enjoyed later.

Photo by Rozaan Boone

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Healthcare forum

by the Bronx Clergy Task Force in Co-op City to help residents here and elsewhere better understand the new law and if they wish, sign up for one of the insurance plans available through the Affordable Care Act. The next health information fair in Co-op City is scheduled for December 5th in the Einstein Community Center.

In addition, Rosario said his church will host statecertified health care navigators a few afternoons each week to help residents find the plan right for them. The days and times of those sessions are yet to be announced, but they will be held in the Dreiser Center church in the very near future, he said.

Fed by recent wide-spread media reporting over problems in the federal online exchange service, as well as recent reports of some cancellations of policies for persons who have purchased their own health-care policy in the past, several hundred residents came to the event to seek answers to how these reported occurrences might affect them and what can be done about it.

The first and perhaps most important answer they received is the often under-reported fact that New York State is one of the states that has its own online health care exchange up and operating well, serving the state’s residents shopping for a health care insurance policies available under the Affordable Care Act. New York State residents are not affected by the much publicized problems occurring with the federal online exchange serving 36 states in total.

Representatives from three state-certified online health care exchange navigators were on-hand to help Co-op City residents throughout the afternoon and evening: Bronxworks, Community Service Society and the Hispanic Federation. In addition, a number of statecertified health care insurance providers were on hand to answer questions about the policies they offer through the Affordable Care Act. Archbishop Rosario explained about the purpose of this and future fairs: “There is a lot of confusion right now and I believe if we reach out to the people who have the information and have the ability to navigate people through the system, then we will be helping the community out. It is important that we are able to bring the correct information to the people.”

Rosario added that he does not agree with everything written into the Affordable Care Act, but he believes that the facts are that the act will be helping out a lot of people who before this had no access to adequate health care coverage.

He added that the fair is designed to get those people started and also older people and others who either do not have a computer or do not feel comfortable working online. Experts were there at this fair and will be at future fairs to help navigate the online exchange

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Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013 and find the plan that is right for them if they need it, Rosario explained.

“It is important for people to know that even if they have coverage they can change their coverage to something that is more suitable to their needs and their current family composition. By looking into different possibilities here, they might be able to save themselves some money,” Rosario added.

One cooperator who asked not to be identified said her concern is finding a plan that will cover you not only for your current medical needs but in case something comes up in the future, such as a cancer diagnosis. She said she needs to be assured that the best care will be available to her should cancer or any other unforeseen condition come into her life suddenly.

Loretta Mines from Section 2 said that she was at the fair to look into possibilities for her sister who does not have adequate coverage. “I want her to be ready. It is important that she has health care.”

Other older cooperators who asked not to be identified said that they came to the fair to find out about a policy that might be right for them. Some said they did not have coverage at all and were there to see what was available on the market now that the opportunity has finally come.

One cooperator said that he was there specifically to find out about how his sister can continue to get the care she needs to cure her cancer when her health care plan changes under the terms of the Affordable Care Act. Tom Giordano, the insurance chairperson for the Bronx Clergy Task Force, said: “We want to provide opportunities for the community to get information on how to get either free insurance, or low cost insurance, as well as information and updates on Medicare coverage, as well as updates on health and wellness. Really, a whole bunch of different vendors are here today to just get the word out on what is forthcoming with the Affordable Care Act.” Giordano added that the Bronx Clergy Task Force will be holding several events throughout the Bronx and in Co-op City in particular to help Bronx residents get signed up before the end of the enrollment period which ends on March 31st, 2014.

“There are some complexities with the system as everyone has heard and the navigators are assisting people and informing them as to what kind of information they need to bring in order to enroll before the end of the enrollment period,” Giordano said.

He said that the navigators also explain any available tax credits that they are entitled to which will help drive down the cost of the new policy in many cases.

He added that the navigators’ role is to not recommend

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one plan over another. “They are supposed to be impartial, but rather give good qualified information on how to obtain coverage.”

One of the navigator services said that their aim is to clarify a lot of the misconceptions that are out there.

She added that they are here to tell people that the system is up and running in New York State and they are presently able to enroll. “Our role is to guide them through the whole process and provide accurate information about the different plans,” said Betty Tamaisar, Program Director of the navigator program at Bronxworks.

Katie Engst of another of the navigating services present, the Community Service Society, said: “The biggest concern is making people understand about the cost sharing responsibilities when they pick a plan, really knowing what their rights are in the plan, what kind of subsidies might be available or what they might be eligible for. Education is really the biggest concern because it takes a lot of time to really understand how the program works.”

Engst added: “People generally find out that they are eligible for a lot more than they know and a lot more than they have been told so they get really excited that they can get insurance for the first time and if their current insurance policy is expiring, it is not the end of the world. There are a lot of plans available to them and a lot cheaper than what they anticipated paying.” She added that most of the misconceptions that are being spread through media are pretty easy to dispel once people get to sit down and talk to a qualified navigator.

Xiomelkiz Objio of the Hispanic Federation said that her specific role is to help Spanish speaking people understand the new law and how it affects them as it relates to their immigration status. She said that many people want to know how they can get the information they need in the Spanish language and her organization is there to help them with that.

Aside from the navigators’ help, local health services, such as Dreiser Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation were present. Clinical Director Viren Patel explained that a variety of rehabilitation services covered by most policies offered through the Available Care Act are available at the Co-op City based offices.

Also, outside of the Dreiser Community Center that day, as part of the fair, a medical van was available to provide free testing for HIV. Bronxworks representatives were also on hand to provide information on the availability of food stamps. The 45th Precinct provided donated winter clothes to be taken and used by those who might be in need of warm clothing as the winter season approaches.

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Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations celebrates 18th Annual Friends & Family Day

On Thursday, November 21, Community Board #10 will hold its monthly meeting at Co-op City, 135 Einstein loop, Room 45, Bronx, N.Y. 10465. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. For further information, please call contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Riverbay Fund needs volunteers

The Riverbay Fund is looking for volunteers to help distribute flyers, supervise tables, provide information, set up venues, serve refreshments, design flyers & promotions, set up website, maintain social media and take photos, among other duties, at various community events.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3532.

Holiday food drive begins Wed.

The Department of Public Safety, in association with City Harvest, will be holding a holiday food drive for needy families in New York City beginning this Wednesday, November 6th and continuing through January 10th. Co-op City residents are encouraged to drop off non-perishable food items at any of the three designated bins situated in any of the three Co-op City community centers over the next two months. The ongoing food donation drive is being coordinated by Sergeant Nat Diaz of Public Safety.

JASA offers Weight Mgmt.

Support Group

The Weight Management Support Group, facilitated by social workers from JASA, will meet on Monday, November 4th, 10:00 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

For more information, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

Remember to turn your clocks BACK 1 hour tonight at 2 a.m.

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City celebrated its 18th Annual Friends & Family Day on October 20th. All enjoyed entertainment by “Twelve Watts,” “The Bartow Swingers,” an inspirational message by keynote speaker, Father Lawrence Lucas, vendors, games, prizes and a delicious dinner. The Coalition members made a special presentation to Father Lucas for his many years of dedicated humanitarian service. The Coalition President, Joan L. Murrell, thanked everyone for attending.

Co-op City Athletes – Making History

Graduates of M.S. 180 and recent freshman to the Frederick Douglas Academy, Co-op City based Jonathan Medica (#1 wide receiver), Adam Abdullah (#25 tight end) and Christian Chapman (#22 running back) have already added a notable accomplishment to their future college resume; playing for the FDA Lions!

The Frederick Douglas Academy Lions Junior Varsity Football squad is the first and only high school in Harlem with a football team comprised of students from the same school. The established 40 roster Junior Varsity squad consists of young men who travel not only from within Manhattan, but from the Bronx and Brooklyn as well.

Pictured at right with fellow Bronx teammates, Medica, Abdullah and Chapman have assisted the FDA Lions in maintaining an undefeated 5 – 0 record in the first half of their season while holding strong in the number 1 position leading the PSAL Junior Varsity Bronx/Manhattan division. Both Abdullah and Chapman honed their football skills early on, beginning their training with the Co-op City Cowboys (member of the North Bronx

Three Co-op City student-athletes are outstanding members of the Fredrick Douglas Academy Lions Junior Varsity Football squad which leads the PSAL JV Bronx/Manhattan division.

Sports Association). Abdullah continued by playing for the Bronx Knights (New York Youth Football League) and Medica brings his talent from the very heart of football country Mooresville, North Carolina. Medica also made history by scoring the first touchdown ever in FDA’s inaugural season.

The entire student body celebrated

Spirit Week from October 28 through November 1, 2013, leading up to the school’s first homecoming game, which will be held at the Lions home away from home field, Alfred E. Smith High School.

The team is well prepped to take on Stuyvesant High School in what is being called, “The Battle of the Brains,” today, Saturday, November 2, at 2:00 p.m.

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York City Comptroller, the city’s chief financial officer. Stringer, who beat out former Governor Eliot Spitzer for the Democratic nomination for Controller in September, will be opposed by John L. Burnett on the Republican and Conservative ballot lines. Four other candidates also appear on the ballot under various other political affiliations.

Voters will also decide the Bronx’s Borough President for the next four year.

Incumbent Ruben Diaz, Jr. is widely expected to easily win facing opposition that spent no real money in the fight to unseat him. Diaz is running on the Democratic and Working Families Party lines and he is opposed by Elizabeth V. Perri running on the Republican and

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Conservative Party lines. Two other candidates are also running: Mark Escofery Bey on the Independence and Jobs and Education line, and Carl Lundgren on the Green Party line.

Six proposed amendment changes to the New York State Constitution will also be on the ballot. The first and mostwell-publicized is an amendment to legalize casino games in New York State on a limited basis as a way of raising additional revenue for the state government, create additional jobs, and help the economies of long-depressed regions of New York State. If the amendment passes, it will give the Governor and New York State legislature the right to grant full casino operation permits, including

table games, to operators in certain regions of the state. If the amendment passes, the first round of permits to be granted include two in the Catskills region, one near Albany, and one near Binghamton. An additional three licenses will be granted, reportedly including one for the downstate region, but not for at least another five years.

Opponents of legalized gambling say that the industry often preys upon addicted gamblers and their innocent dependents and in the end money needed for the household necessities of thousands of working class families winds up in the hands of rich casino owners instead, which only increases the state’s poverty levels while destroying families and futures in

many instances and increasing the rates of societal ills including substance abuse and/or alcoholism and crime.

Voters on Tuesday will also decide on several judgeships. Four justices of the New York State Supreme Court will be elected along with a County Civil Court Judge and a State Civil Court Judge.

Polls will be open throughout New York City on Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Aside from rightfully exercising your hard-fought voting rights, being part of a strong voter turnout in your community increases the likelihood that the Co-op City community will receive from elected officials and the government agencies under their charge the services and funding it both needs and requests.

be signed into law by the Governor, will require the MTA to report to the state Legislature and the Governor regarding the ongoing status of all service cuts by the MTA enacted since 2008. According to the actual language of the passed bill, the report will be required to include: “The number and geographic breakout of all customers impacted by such service reductions and eliminations for each route; the actual revenue savings versus the anticipated savings from such service reductions and eliminations for each route; the costs to fully restore such service reductions and eliminations for each route; and a detailed plan for full restoration of services that have been eliminated or reduced since January 1, 2008 or, alternatively, a detailed plan for equitable restoration of subways, buses, and commuter rails that substantially mitigates the negative impacts of such service reductions and eliminations and fairly restores the services across all impacted neighborhoods and regions.”

The bill requires that the report be delivered to the Governor and the Legislature on or before December 31, 2013.

Earlier this month, Co-op City residents were asked to send letters to Governor Cuomo’s office urging him to sign the bill into law.

Prepared letters in support of the bill were made available for residents to sign at all three Co-op City CSO offices and at the main Riverbay administration office in Bartow Center. The letter was also printed in the Co-op City Times in the form of a cut out. Residents were asked to sign these letters and send them to the Governor’s office or they were welcome to send their own letter and tell the Governor in their own words why they think he should make the MTA accountability bill a New York State law.

Since Co-op City is arguably the New York City community most adversely affected by the transportation cuts enacted

by the MTA in 2010 due to a stated budget shortfall, residents were asked by the Transport Workers Union Local 100 (TWU) to get behind efforts to pressure the MTA to restore most, if not all, of those services by petitioning the Governor to sign the bill in the near future.

TWU Community Organizer Raybblyn Vargas, said that it could not be determined exactly how many Co-op City residents sent letters to the Governor in support of this bill, but she said that judging from past campaigns, she suspects hundreds took the advice and sent letters to the Governor’s office.

The passage of the MTA accountability bill by the state Legislature is one of several significant victories won by service restoration proponents over the past few months and all that remains for the bill to become law is to have the Governor sign it.

The recent “letter of support” campaign is just one of several joint efforts between the TWU and Riverbay in recent months in trying to get the community’s bus service restored. Those efforts have included: two Co-op City rallies held in June which were attended by more than 1,000 Co-op City residents and many of the city’s leading elected officials; a protest featuring approximately 200 Co-op City residents held outside of MTA headquarters in Manhattan in July, and a meeting with the state’s Deputy Secretary of Transportation Karen Rae in Albany earlier in July attended by Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and a contingent of Co-op City community leaders, including General Manager Vernon Cooper. These efforts have also included massive petition drives, write-in campaigns and organized call-ins to the MTA complaint desk by thousands of residents here.

In addition, Community Board 10 requested in writing that the MTA immediately conduct a full study of the communi-

ty’s transportation needs with an eye towards assessing the impact of the 2010 cuts in light of the coming Mall at Bay Plaza which will double the size of the massive shopping center, bringing thousands more to the already densely-populated community and adjacent mall on a daily basis.

Perhaps as a result of all these efforts, the MTA announced in late July, that it would immediately conduct a study of Co-op City’s transportation needs and release those findings and possible recommendations for improvement by the end of 2013.

And most recently, in late September, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli released the results of his office’s study into the finances of the MTA which

concluded that the agency’s overall finances and future projections have improved in recent years to the amount of approximately $1.9 billion.

Following the release of this report’s findings, Assemblyman Benedetto immediately wrote a letter to MTA Chairman Thomas Prendergast asking that the MTA quickly and fully restore all Co-op City transportation services cut in 2010 in light of the improved finances. An MTA spokesman later acknowledged receipt of Benedetto’s letter, adding that it would be reviewed and responded to in due course.

The MTA also released a statement which signaled their agreement with Comptroller DiNapoli’s assessment of the improved finances.

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Baychester Visual Arts Association

BVA is now having an in-house art show for the month of November. Marsi Taylor will have her artwork on display for the whole month in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 5. Marsi is a member of BVA and an award winning artist. Come and see her work and I’m sure you will be impressed by it.

Our 2013-2014 season is in progress with art classes on Tuesdays in Room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the 2 class schedules which are 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a

year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, is the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul.

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Upcoming HUD Inspection

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We are anticipating that there may be an inspection/s from representatives of HUD, during the month of November of this year. Routinely, these inspections entail the review of the condition of the public areas of the apartment buildings, which includes various appurtenances, such as building entrance doors, exit doors, hopper doors, light fixtures, exhaust fans, exit signs; the operation of equipment like washers and dryers, elevators, intercoms, etc. The inspectors will also look for potentially hazardous conditions and certainly any inspection will include sanitary conditions as well.

With that being said, we conduct our own inspections throughout the course of the year. In fact, inspections are conducted by the supervisors in the Maintenance and the Buildings & Grounds Departments, along with those performed by the CSO Managers in their respective sections. We have periodically conducted blitz inspections with a group of supervisory staff members when we’ve wanted to get a quick and thorough assessment of the conditions in and around the buildings. In the past, we have even enlisted the help of and received support from various building associations. In fact, last year, association members from almost every building joined us when the group inspections were done, which gave them an opportunity to witness how it is done, what we

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look for and also give their recommendations or comments as well.

Therefore, the fact that we are currently doing a version of blitz inspections is not a new concept for us. With this current initiative, we are targeting between 4 to 5 buildings at a time, with a crew of supervisory personnel, which includes the CSO Managers, Maintenance supervisors, Buildings and Grounds Supervisors, Restorations supervisors and the General Manager. During the inspections, the immediate grounds around each building are inspected as well. The grounds inspected include the sidewalks in front of the buildings, walk paths at the rear and sides of the buildings, lawns, parks, portico areas, gardens, dumpster pads, etc. Thus far, we have conducted these inspections in approximately 28 buildings.

All of the conditions found are put in writing and then subsequently placed on work orders and distributed to the respective departments to be corrected. One of the benefits of having the supervisory staff participate in these inspections is that it enables us to have emergency and/or minor conditions addressed immediately

by the responsible department (many times the supervisors will get on the radio to call in the condition to have someone dispatched to address the condition).

Because of our size, it takes time to address everything, therefore we have spaced out the time frame in which these inspections are conducted to give the CSO staff time to prepare work orders and generate them to the departments and then we must give the departments time to assign personnel to address. I mentioned earlier that department supervisors routinely conduct their own inspections and their work crews

have schedules to address their assigned work areas on a regular basis. Most of the work at hand is handled in that manner, however, the blitz inspections enable us to have several sets of eyes looking to see what detailed work is needed throughout the building. It also helps us to identify conditions that may exist universally and come up with suggestions or recommendations for correcting. It really doesn’t matter to us whether HUD plans to inspect or not.

Our position is that we remain proactive in addressing all aspects of daily management operation.

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Letters to the Editor

UHF’s history of discrimination

To the Editor: Mr. Cylich’s version of Co-op City’s history not only failed to mention the economic and construction havoc left by his trade union heroes, the United Housing Foundation, (see Stu Berman’s letter last week), he ignored UHF’s legacy of building housing primarily for whites.

As the largest developers of moderate income New York housing, UHF was complicated; while they publicly supported the efforts of Dr. King and the civil rights movement in the South, they built and maintained segregated housing in NYC. Maybe they believed in workers’ rights or civil rights, but not in the neighborhoods they constructed and ran.

UHF’s Manhattan housing co-ops on the Lower East Side: East River, Seward Park,

To the Editor: I would like to know why major changes that affect cooperators directly are made and we are not notified of the changes?

Every week in the Co-op City Times there is a notice telling us of when our building leases are ending. I called the Sales Office to find out when my building lease was up and was told that Co-op City no longer utilized leases. You can move out whenever you want and you pay two or three months of maintenance. What? When I moved here, I signed a lease. When did this change take place? The staff member went on to tell me that the "state" made the change and they can because we are in the Mitchell-Lama pro-

Hillman and Amalgamated, saw successful anti-discrimination lawsuits by Latino and African-Americans in the 1970s.

In the 1980s, minority residents occupied ''way under 1 percent'' of the UHF-built and run 2,585 apartments in Brooklyn’s Warbasse co-op. Only a federal lawsuit forced UHF to guarantee equity in sales of apartments to families of color.

In Rochdale Village, the Queens UHF development, first they demolished the virtually all-Black South Jamaica community, then built a co-op for moderate income whites. This was their so-called “racial integration” policy.

Co-op City’s history is no different. Only when the Urban League, a NYC civil rights organization, threatened a discrimination suit against UHF and all its directors – the

Demand some answers!

gram. What?

What about buying your apartment "as is." I was told that the "state" made that change too. Does the state dictate our policies and we have no say about what goes on here? Since they have so much say, why don't they have a representative here on a full time basis? Someone that we can question and get information from, because the "state" is being blamed for a lot of things that go on here!

And about the building hallways. Who's decision was it to paint only some of the walls, leaving the hallways with different shades of paint on the same floor? That looks ridiculous! I guess it was the same person

heads of the socialist needle trades unions, the UFT and others – were 10% of apartments set aside for people of color. Since by then all four sections were mostly sold, 1,537 apartments in Section 5, the last built, was where African-American and Latino shareholders were steered.

This history of racial discrimination in UHF developments, Co-op City included, is one of the sad parts of our history and that of the NYC cooperative housing movement. Ordinary cooperators weren’t to blame; the union bosses who owned UHF and built these developments were.

It is wrong for anyone to gloss over these truths in their effort to prove some other political point about trade unions at Riverbay.

—Charles Rosen that made the decision to replace some of your floor tiles, instead of all, when the convector has a leak. Or was it the same person that decided when you have a leak, from outside, and it damages your wall, Riverbay will only paint the wall that was damaged. How crazy does it look to have two different color tiles on the same floor or one wall painted in your apartment?

When I moved here in 1973, the community's configuration was different. This corporation would never have been able to get away with what is going on here now.

Wake up people! Get your tired bodies out to the community meetings and demand some answers!

—Andrea Mayo

Management responds to Directors’ Viewpoints

Last year, Co-op City obtained $631,500,000 new mortgage loan under the HUD/FHA insured 223F program for 35 years at 2.4%. No other Managing Agent and no other attorney in the United States of America have ever closed such a loan for a cooperative or a condominium except Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. and it is for the Riverbay Corporation.

In order to achieve this incredible result, the State of New York, HCR; the City of New York, HPD and HDC; the bank, Wells Fargo and HUD spent almost 2 years evaluating every aspect, every department, and every element of Co-op City operations.

They looked at every commercial and professional lease; inspected every building, even the hallways, including everything physical and fiscal. We got the loan because in every area we met or exceeded expectations in every single area. Those were evaluations with significant benefits for the Riverbay Corporation when Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. passed every test.

If you want more proof, when we asked HUD to come in this year to evaluate and report, they said they were not in a rush as they are confident of the work MSI does based on our past performance. The bank, HUD and HCR receive and review comprehensive monthly reports and currently make monthly physical inspections of Co-op City.

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. meets and exceeds expectation in every area.

More proof is the fact that both the State Division of Housing and HUD approved an unprecedented modest one (1%) percent carrying charge increase for a 2 year period.

That is not a housing company which can barely pay its bills or wastes money, as some Directors assert.

Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. neither asked for nor received any additional compensation for the enormous work involved in achieving a HUD/FHA 223F mortgage.

As this task exceeded the scope of our managerial duties, we would have been eligible for additional compensation. MSI did it for free.

Last year this time, when the City lost power because of superstorm Sandy, Co-op City had power. As a matter of fact, Co-op City is the subject of studies and reports throughout the country because we are energy self-sufficient. Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. conceptualized and facilitated the building of the Tri-generation plant, saving the Riverbay Corporation almost $20,000,000 a year. But yes, there are associated costs, like training the staff to operate a combined heat and power plant. During Sandy, our staff was able to overcome at least 3 blackouts because of Con Edison problems. Con Edison predicted we could not get our

power plant built and permitted; Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. got it done!

In order to operate the turbines, we must have demineralized pure water. At present, we use two rental trailers as purification plants. That is acceptable short term, but long range, Co-op City must have water treatment equipment as part of the power plant equipment. Evidently, this logic escapes some Board members and a local newspaper - people who do not shrink from making up negatives where there are positives. Like the fact that the Riverbay Corporation does not have no bid contracts.

Virtually every contract is reviewed and approved by NYS Division of Housing, then goes to the bank, Wells Fargo, and finally to HUD. Despite the innuendos, misstatements and blatant lies, everything must be done, and is being done, by the book.

I could go on and on about 140,000 new windows installed on time and under budget with the same for roofs, balconies and brick work. We could also discuss plans for new lobby doors, access control, community center repairs, and new Bartow elevator or development plans, all of which will be closely monitored by the state HCR, the bank and HUD, and in the long run, significantly improve the quality of life of Co-op City residents.

—Herbert Freedman

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 5

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Building 5

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

100, 120 & 140 Darrow Place

Jan. 31, 2014

Jan. 31, 2017

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Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Public Safety Report

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CCPD urges residents to “FALL BACK” to safety and change their smoke detector batteries when they change their clocks

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Residents are reminded to turn their clocks back at 2 a.m. tonight, Sunday, November 3. Turning the clocks back signifies the end of Daylight Saving Time. On this date, the contiguous United States returns to Standard Time.

Residents are reminded that when they set their clocks back, they should also change the batteries in their smoke detectors. It is a good time to “FALL BACK” to safety and review fire safety rules.

Brooklyn’s 2008 fire which resulted in the death of a family of 5 was a deadly combination of 2 fire safety violations. The fire was sparked by a young child playing with matches. The home also had no batteries in its smoke detector. This tragedy possibly could have been averted if every safety precaution had been taken.

Always keep matches, lighters and other flame producing devices and flammable liquids out of the reach of children. Install child proof knobs on your stove if young children live in or visit your home. Teach children from a young age that they should never play with fire. Instruct them to tell an adult if they find matches, lighters, fireworks or other hazardous items. Children playing with matches is still the leading cause of fire related deaths and injuries for children under the age of 5.

Candle fires have increased as the use of candles for decorative purposes has increased. Always keep lit candles out of the reach of children or pets and far away from upholstered furniture, curtains and clothing. Place candles in sturdy holders made of non-flammable material. Be sure to extinguish candles before going to bed. Scented oils with diffusion sticks are a safe alternative to candles in providing an aromatic scent. LED candle substitutes provide a realistic flickering effect with none of the risk. I used some in my Jack-O-Lanterns this year and they looked and worked great.

Cigarette smoking also presents a high risk of igniting flammable materials. Never smoke in bed; use extreme caution when smoking seated on upholstered furniture. Be sure cigarettes are extinguished before throwing them in the trash or down the compactor chute. It is a good idea to keep a fire extinguisher in your home and know how to use it. Do not let attempting to put out a fire delay getting safely out of the house.

Cooking is a leading cause of home fires in the United (Continued on page 14)

Public Safety Blotter October 21 - October 26

October 26, 4120 Hutch. River Parkway East CCPD officers responded to a report of a group in a stairway. Upon arrival, the four males fled with one male knocking an officer down and attempting to fight with another. The male was subdued and arrested. He was charged with criminal trespass and assaulting an officer.

The officer received minor injuries.

October 25, 100 Elgar Place CCPD officers observed several males shooting dice and exchanging money. One male was apprehended and charged with loitering for the purpose of gambling. He was issued a summons for his offense. The male was then found to have an open warrant for his arrest and was remanded to Bronx Central Booking to answer for the warrant.

October 25, 140 Darrow Place One male was arrested for trespass from the 18th floor of this building. He was issued a summons and released.

October 22, 120 Bellamy Loop CCPD responded to this location and found four individuals loitering in the building, having no authority or permission to do so. All four were arrested, charged with trespass and issued summonses.

October 22, 140 Elgar Place One male was arrested for drinking from an open container of alcohol. He was issued a summons and released.

October 21, 4100 Hutch. River Parkway East One male was arrested for trespass, and issued a summons and released.

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

CONTRACT SUMMARY Contract 2880, Elevator Consultant Winning consultant will be required to provide insurance.

Prebid Meeting: November 12, 2013 at 2 p.m.

To receive a bid package, e-mail bpenn@riverbaycorp.com Bid Opening: November 22, 2013 at 2 p.m. or lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to all applicants from November 1, 2013 – November 15, 2013 Originally posted: November 1, 2013 Reference # 13-42 Requests for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services office by November 11, 2013.

Executive Administrative Assistant to Board Liaison......................................Board of Directors Office Riverbay Corporation’s President of the Board of Directors is seeking an ideal candidate whose responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, taking minutes for Board of Director meetings, transcribing and preparing meeting minutes for distribution, responding to various requests and/or assignments from the President of the Board, Executive Board Liaison and 14 members of the Board of Directors. Candidate will be responsible for all administrative duties for the Board of Directors, including, but not limited to, typing, filing, answering phones, confirming and scheduling of appointments. This position requires maintaining the strictest of confidence concerning office correspondence and activities. Responsibilities include maintaining comprehensive files and correspondence diaries. Position requires constant interaction with Board of Directors, General Management, community groups/organizations, cooperators and various other agencies. Employee will be required to work some evenings and/or flex schedule as necessary.

Requirements - Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication in English, and good interpersonal skills. Candidate with a college degree preferred and should have at least five (5) years administrative experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook) is required. Candidate must have knowledge of clerical procedures, and strong recordkeeping skills. Candidate must be patient, courteous and professional in all communications (verbal & written).

Applicant must have the ability to perform multifunctional assignments in a fast paced environment.

Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, PA) in good standing required – no exceptions.

Days of operation: Monday to Friday with some flex hours to cover meetings Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, drug testing,; criminal background check, verification of previous employment).

Open to Local #94-94A Union members, October 30, 2013 until November 5, 2013 Open to all other applicants, November 4, 2013 – November 12, 2013 Originally Posted: October 30, 2013 Reference # 13-44 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by Employee Services by November 6, 2013. Employees who are promoted will receive the current union scale for respective union positions, or applicable rate increase for non-union positions.

Helper (3)...................................................Power Plant Assist mechanic with electrical, mechanical, or instru-

mentation tasks as they are assigned. Operate maintenance vehicles with care and observe all traffic regulations.

Report any vehicle malfunctions as soon as possible.

Maintain an accurate accounting of tools and materials.

Review and observe all safety rules, regulations and instructions.

Requirements – High School Diploma or equivalent.

Some experience with the operation of equipment in the Power Plant and outside buildings. The ability to learn, follow instructions and exercise good judgment in performing a variety of tasks involving equipment in the Power Plant and outside buildings. Capable of making minor adjustments, cleaning and servicing equipment, lubricating, painting and such other assignments. Ability to walk for long periods, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders/stairs and lift heavy objects (approx 75 lbs.).

Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, PA) required at time of appointment - no exceptions.

Days and hours may vary.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review; urinalysis; criminal background check; verification of previous employment).

Open to 32BJ Union members only, October 30, 2013 – November 5, 2013 Open to all other applicants, November 4, 2013 – November 12, 2013 Originally posted: October 30, 2013 Reference # 13-45 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services department by November 5, 2013.

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

Porter (3)........................................................Janitorial Candidate will perform numerous cleaning and restoration duties, such as washing, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and stripping of VCT and terrazzo floors.

Responsibilities include cleaning all assigned internal and external areas of the residential buildings and/or shopping centers. Seasonal duties, including leaf raking, snow removal and power washing of assigned areas, will be required as necessary. If assigned to community centers, candidate will be responsible for set-up and breakdown of center rooms for various social functions. Applicant will also need to respond to emergencies (floods, etc.) throughout the Co-op City complex, as well as the completion of other assignments from supervisor(s) as necessary.

Requirements – Candidate must have knowledge and experience with all janitorial procedures, techniques and machines. Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication, and good interpersonal skills.

Ability to walk for long periods, twist, kneel, push, stoop, lift heavy objects (approx. 100 lbs.) and work in inclement weather.

Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review; urinalysis; criminal background check; verification of previous employment) Days and hours will vary.

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

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General disregard for cooperative living

Early October brought what I call one of the highest arrest rates for that month in probably the history of the Co-op City Public Safety Department in terms of anti-social behavior, such as fighting, open drinking, smoking, substance abuse, gambling, and a host of other such activities. What is most shocking to me, however, is this prevalence now of young ladies in their teens and even late twenties fighting each other, fighting officers, and I mean physically attacking them.

I thought people came to live in Co-op City with a purpose and intent to live in a decent and peaceful, cooperative manner with their neighbors. Evidently, this has changed and it appears that some cooperators have gone wild and have allowed their children to follow suit. We need to seriously re-evaluate who we let into this community because the very same things we ran away from in our old neighborhoods seem to be right back here in Co-op City.

I recall when I first moved here, I brought a host of my friends and family to Co-op City and we have all lived here in a decent and co-existent manner over the years. But these last couple of years those of us who are long-time residents have seen what I refer to as a new breed of people moving here. In fact, this community as we know it may be at risk because exactly what we left our old neighborhoods to avoid seems to be right back next door.

For many of us, this is our last move.

Co-op City is almost 50% seniors.

Where are they going to go at this point

Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Tony Illis

Director’s Viewpoint

Second Vice President

in their lives? I have heard many seniors saying they do not venture outdoors after dark, not even to enjoy any of the programs that are offered on our greenways and community centers in the evenings because they fear being out after the sun sets. Is this the kind of community we are looking forward to?

Another problem that has surfaced is loud noises, music and parties in apartments on the weekends way into the late hours. Yes, one can listen to music but not at excessive decibels. Couple this with folks not properly disposing of their garbage, leaving trash in the hallways and elevators, dropping things on the floors and leaving it behind. What kind of orientation are these folks receiving?

At the end of the school day, used to be children were taught to come home directly and not hang out in the streets and fight, but these days, that’s a daily occurrence. All one has to do is stand and observe the disorderly manner in which some of these youngsters engage as they pride themselves in disturbing the peace.

As for the sale of illegal substances, these individual wouldn’t be here if they didn’t have customers. This behavior is creating havoc for other cooperators especially those in apartments with vents in the bathrooms, and it is something that I believe both CCPD and the 45 Pct. are going to be actively pursuing.

As I’ve said before, I am not one to lecture to people on how to live but I’ve said it repeatedly, parents have a responsibility to raise their children properly and to provide constructive activities for them. That is no one else’s responsibility.

I’m tired of hearing excuses about why people behave a certain way and placing the blame on everyone else’s shoulders. I personally know many working families who have disciplined and respectful children and many of them are from single parent households.

As Chair of the Security Committee, I am going to recommend that the fines levied on these individuals who continuously break the rules and regulations of this community be doubled and ultimately lead to eviction.

The issue of unauthorized dogs is another serious concern. Pretty soon, those who enjoy the greenway, especially the children, won’t be able to anymore. I am also going to recommend that our greenway be off-limit to dogs and that they be walked only on the streets.

I have heard reports people walking Rottweilers, Pitbulls, and Doberman Pinschers on our grounds. Now that we have an effective Public Safety force augmented by 20 new recruits, I am asking if you see someone walking a dog on our grounds without the blue Riverbay-authorized tags, that you contact Public Safety immediately. I am sure you’ve seen more coverage by CCPD as you walk around the community and in the buildings. Let’s utilize and assist them. If you see something, report it.

I must say that I am not too pleased with the Lobby Attendant program because many are either not at their station or comingling with cooperators and not sitting at their designated spot where they have access to who is coming through the front and rear doors of the building. I will be meeting with the Chief and the Director of the Lobby Attendants at the next Security Committee meeting later this month.

If we’re going to hold cooperators responsible, we also have to hold our Management responsible. The community centers, especially Dreiser and Einstein, sometimes look like homemade sin. I do not feel that they are supervised properly. I have been alerted to discarded empty liquor bottles, litter, grease on the floors and plain filth, which is unacceptable. We pay these people handsomely and we expect to receive better services.

These are all issues that I believe the Board and Management need to address in the near future or else like other communities that went down that path, we too will soon follow. Many of us have worked too hard and struggled over the years to be able to fulfill our dream of coming to Co-op City. Are we going to let this kind of anti-social behavior destroy this lovely community that we have called home for all these years? I don’t think so.

I’d like to hear about your issues and/or concerns. You can call me at (718) 320-8035 or email me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com — no attachments, please.

Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Our Association meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 p.m. Our guest, Mr. Edgar Perez, Restoration Department Director, will answer questions regarding kitchen cabinets, flooring, moving or transferring and your responsibility when removing or adding things to your unit.

At this meeting, we will have our annual free turkey raffle, as well as our 50/50. You can pay for upcoming events, volunteer: Lobby decorations, Dec. 3, 4, 5th from 7-9 p.m. Building staff collections, Dec. 1-7th (see posting for times) or tell us a dish you would like to contribute to the New Year’s Holiday Party, December 27, 7:00 p.m. to midnight.

We appreciate you and any assistance you offer.

Looming Class - Friday, November 15th and 22nd, knit a hat with Valerie and Leslie, Association Room. Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Donation: $10 to the building association. Bring your yarn, preferably #6. With this process, you can knit a hat in a day, then be creative, choose your own color and maybe add a flower. Space is limited so drop us a line or call

Building 31 Association

What happened? Did you forget about us? Don’t you deserve to be part of decision making for your building? We wanted to formulate an Election Committee prior to this meeting, but that did not happen so elections have been delayed. At our Oct. 21st meeting, we asked again for volunteers and 3 members volunteered for that committee and they are Sharon Clarke, Margo Rosario, from the B-side and Sylvia Polite from the Aside. They will meet prior to our next general meeting and they will guide the election at that meeting. We will post the exact date so you can cast your vote as we will be electing a new cabinet. Positions up for election are President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Sgt. of Arms. If you’re interested in running for any position on the cabinet, please contact one of the Election Committee members and give your name. Their telephone numbers, along with additional information, will be posted in the lobby.

Our President asked us how we felt about not having summer concerts and other recreation as we had in the past in Section 5. The consensus was that we were short changed this year as more activities were on the other greenway. He stated he would discuss this with the General Mgr. of Riverbay about improving our entertainment in 2014 and see how their plans will be enhanced in Sect. 5.

Thanks to Audrey Cabbell, who once again stepped up and volunteered for our Halloween celebration.

Hope you read the flyers and were able to bring the kids over to our room to enjoy her surprises for the kids.

Game night - Every other Friday, you’re missing a good time with your neighbors playing cards and pokeno. Come down and have some fun and laugh awhile.

Knitting and Crochet Club – Our club is thriving and doing well. Meeting Mondays at 6:30 to 9 p.m., except when the general meetings are held. They are always looking for people to join in with the fun of creating something new and willing to share their talents with everyone.

The 50/50 was won by our “cake lady” Carmen Ponce and the door prize was given to Sharon Clarke both from the B-side. Next time, it might be your win so join in with us.

Remember, this is our home so what you do affects all of us so if you drop something, pick it up. If you see something destroying our property, you need to say something. Please don’t just shrug your shoulders, do something. Someone not disposing their garbage correctly affects us all, don’t just settle. Someone removing a cart from the laundry room, which you paid for, has just walked out of the door. Security will take complaints without you leaving your name so don’t be afraid to say something.

We are looking forward to seeing all of you at the next general meeting.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Building 13 Association

to let us know you will be there.

Soweto Gospel Choir – Back by popular demand! Join US! February 15, 2014 at 08:00 p.m., when the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents a Non-stop Celebration of Song and Culture. The 26 singers of South Africa’s Soweto Gospel Choir celebrate the unique and inspirational power of South African gospel music with deep emotion and rich harmonies that lift the soul. Price: $40 adults, $14 for children under twelve (12). Send money by December 21, 2013 to the contact people below. Price includes Lehman’s facility charge.

What a wonderful COSTUME PARTY we had on Sunday, October 27th in the Association Room hosted by Doris Sanchez. She was assisted by Valerie Gunn, Anise Bailey, Gail Sharbaan and Denise Shelley who helped with the decorations. I don’t know who had more fun, the kids or their parents.

Floor Captain Meeting: Mark your calendar, Thursday, November 7, at 7:30 p.m. If there are problems on your floor or things you notice sur-

9 rounding the building that need addressing, come to the meeting and let us know. Chairperson Nancy Santiago.

Women Keeping It Real - Our next session of Women Keeping it Real will be on Saturday, December 21, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Association Room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place). Our guest will be Sgt. Gregory who will teach us some important safety tips and self-defense tactics. You must be 18 and over to participate. Light refreshments. All are welcome Checks for events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to Bldg. 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

All activities are on a first come basis. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, our website: http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

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Improvements to Our Sales and Transfer Policies Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

We had a very nice meeting in Building 20 on Thursday, October 24. A good amount of Director’s cooperators were in attendance. And, we discussed several issues. So, I would like to thank everyone for joining us. One issue that we discussed was about transfers.

Transfers Many of our cooperators had a lot of exciting times here. They moved to Co-op City many years ago and bought big apartments. They had kids. Their view was great and everyone had their own room.

However, the years started going by rapidly.

Next thing you know, their kids grew up and moved out.

So now, some of our cooperators are realizing that their apartment is too big for them, and they want to transfer to smaller apartments.

But, they’re told that they have to buy the new apartment at today’s prices. Additionally, they check on Riverbay’s website and read the following message: “All transferring shareholders are responsible for the carrying charges in their new apartment as well as the carrying charges in their old apartment. However, the vacated apartment carrying charge liability is limited to two months.”

What? That’s not true. They actually get you for up to three months.

Proposal I would like to see our Board put a proposal on the table for state legislative changes in the way that transfers are handled here. We could propose to make the process easier and less costly for cooperators when they want to swap big and small apartments.

Here’s one example that we can probably propose.

Instead of buying another apartment, the cooperator that wants a bigger apartment could simply pay their previous move-in rate for the additional rooms.

The cooperator that wants a smaller apartment could transfer without paying any room charges.

Here’s another proposal, with fictitious easy-to-follow numbers: Cooperator A - Paid $15,000 recently, for a 3 1/2 room apartment.

Cooperator B – Paid $10,000 many years ago for a 6

room apartment.

Solution: Cooperator A would not pay anything to cooperator B. Cooperator B would pay the difference between the price that was paid for the apartments, $15,000 - $10,000 = $5,000.

However, in all cases, the parties would have the transfer conducted by our corporation. And, both apartments would have to be inspected and approved by our corporation before the completion of the transfer.

Waiting Lists Another aspect of our sales process that needs to be changed is our waiting list.

Several officials here have told me that, “It takes too long to sell apartments because we have to follow HCR’s guidelines.” HCR is also known as the NYS Homes & Community Renewal agency. “We can’t pre-approve anyone on our waiting list, according to their guidelines.”

But, think of the time and effort that we could save if we make a few changes.

For example, everyone that wants to be on our waiting list should go through a pre-qualification screening process first. This way, we can make sure that they can pay the necessary charges for their apartment. Thereafter, their name would be placed on a waiting list.

Then, we would hold open houses for each apartment size and invite all of the qualified applicants to view their appropriately-sized apartments.

The sale would go to the person that accepted the apartment, in accordance to their number on the waiting list. But, the sale of that apartment could move instantly to the next person if there was a refusal by someone else during that open house.

Additional 90 Days of Charges It is unfair to charge anyone for 90 days of charges after they’ve legally moved out of an apartment, in accordance with the terms of their lease. With sufficient notice, say a three months, we should be able to fill up these apartments in a far more rapid manner with prequalified applicants.

By the way, a 6-room apartment that’s located in Building 28B has been open since October 2010. Then, we

have several other apartments that have been vacant for extended periods of time.

Now, please keep in mind that you cannot get your equity back until your previous apartment is sold.

Crazy!

So, can you see how this horrible 90-day regulation is hurting people? Also, can you see why we need to make some improvements? Please read on.

Advertising The other portion of this battle is attracting prospective residents, with sufficient financial resources, to handle all of their housing obligations. However, we have to do a better job of advertising our community.

Therefore, we should be advertising in a variety of newspapers and on a variety of websites so that we can hopefully attract a lot of people to this community.

STAR Credit There were only 8,714 apartments that received the STAR credit on their April, 2013 statement. So, my first question was: What happened to everyone else?

Now, if you were approved for the Basic STAR program, then you would have received a $99.28 credit from Riverbay on your April 2013 statement.

And, if you’re 65 or older, and were approved for the Enhanced STAR program, then you would have received a $206.04 credit from Riverbay on your April 2013 statement.

Now, I would like to see everyone save some money. So, please take a few moments out of your schedule and apply for this credit before December 31, 2013.

It’s easy. You can call 3-1-1 for more information or go to the NYC website: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dof/ html/property/star.shtml Close Please help to get the word out about the STAR program.

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

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address). Also, please call me at 718-6714544 if you don’t receive a response from your message.

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

Neighbors use the great green garbage cans for street trash and recycle home garbage properly. Have you noticed that more and more neighbors are taking the Greenway exercise offerings seriously. It is great to have this opportunity, free, and so close to home.

Broun Place press release is for you, please share your sto-

ries and events. Prayers are sent out to all recovering from an illness or injury. Congratulations to all celebrating a birthday or anniversary.

If you wish a celebration acknowledged in your press release, let us know.

—Eva Lazaar

Daryl Johnson Viewpoint

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Please take the time to do your citizen responsibility and get out and vote on November 5th. Sometimes folks talk a big talk and complain but it is all about voting and the influence of a majority vote. If you don’t speak through the vote, you really are not participating in the process. Partner up with a neighbor on Election Day and make voting a tradition.

We are happy to report that the clean-up of the graffiti in our townhouse cluster has been completed and accomplished beautifully. A neighbor said that once defacement of buildings by graffiti is accepted, she would be gone!

How about you? How do you feel about this issue and others like it that hit us every day as we go about our business? Come to the next meeting of Broun Place Townhouse Association, November 14 at 7 p.m., Room 31.

For our next meeting, representatives from Public Safety and our Cooperator Service Office will be attending. The association urges you to come to your townhouse meeting.

You can buddy up with a neighbor for this event too.

A new Executive Board is in place for the next two years.

The new Broun Place Officers are: Reverend Grace Emanuel Secretary; Ms. Lillian Richardson - Treasurer; Mrs. Vivian Burrus - Vice President and Eva Lazaar - President.

Additionally, Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise have volunteered to help with meeting set-ups. We look forward to working together for the betterment of Broun Place. The collection of dues is ongoing and not pro-rated. Should you wish to renew and/or join, you can submit $12 in cash or check to any board member and it will be forwarded to our Treasurer. You will receive a receipt as confirmation.

The following issues have been submitted to our CSO for response at the November 14th meeting: Trouble reaching Maintenance; Not getting called back; Protocol for repair work; length of time to get an appointment; Foyers not repaired properly; Outside water hose pipe remains broken; the cleaning and inspecting of the basements; the chain of command in the CSO and other departments.

We hope everyone’s Halloween passed safely. Customarily, the townhouses are inundated with costumed children of all ages, but hopefully no tricks or worse petty crimes occurred.

Please report to Public Safety if you see something and always: “If you see something, say something.”

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Facts From The Early Days of Co-op City Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

A letter appeared in the October 26 issue of the Co-op City Times from Stewart Berman, a longtime resident and former member of the Riverbay Board. In the letter Berman asserted — without documenting, that in a recent Viewpoint, in which I reviewed Co-op City’s early history, I omitted important facts.

Berman’s first claim is that the community’s sponsor, the United Housing Foundation, “wanted to build Co-op City to provide work for unions that it controlled.”

UHF was a coalition of more than 50 NYC labor and community groups. Its goal was to provide decent, affordable housing for middle income working families.

UHF created Co-op City’s first Board, including Abraham Kazan (the first president of UHF) and Jacob Potofsky, both from the Amalgamated Clothing Workers; Louis Stulberg of the International Ladies Garment Workers; and Albert Shanker, head of the United Federation of Teachers—no one from a construction union.

Many of the city-wide 50,000 co-ops sponsored by the UHF were erected on cleared slums or empty lots and surely provided jobs for union construction workers – and decent, affordable housing, at a time when over 100,000 families in NYC lived in substandard dwellings.

After Kazan and Potofsky persuaded Governor Nelson Rockefeller to support the development of Co-op City, the Housing Finance Agency provided a $310 million loan (which grew to $490 million).

The result: Co-op City was built. At the groundbreaking – attended by no construction union representatives — on May 14, 1965, Rockefeller declared, “There are plenty of $100-a-room apartments in New

Bernard Cylich

Director’s Viewpoint

York City but few if any indeed that provide good living under $25 a room.”

At the groundbreaking, ACW president Potofsky predicted that, in Co-op City, “carrying charges would average $23 a month a room with an initial investment of $450 a room.”

During the first years of occupancy, however, a series of steep increases in carrying charges hit the community. The final one, set to be a staggering 25%, would have brought the promised $23 per room up to more than $41. Shocked and defiant cooperators initiated a 13-month rent strike. The entire UHF Board of Directors resigned.

WAR AND INFLATION What happened to that $23 per room?

Why the massive overruns in construction costs? In his letter to the Co-op City Times, Berman makes no reference to them.

In a June 26, 1971, front page story in the Co-op City Times, UHF Riverbay president Harold Ostroff listed reasons for the carrying charge increases. Co-op City, he said, was “being built and operated during the worst inflationary period.” In fact, the ripple effects of inflation caused largely by the Vietnam War were being felt in our community.

COSTS UP – INCOME DOWN For example: UHF projected that the interest rate on HFA financing to build Co-op City was to be 4.5%. In fact, the

interest rates on HFA bonds issued between 1968 and 1971 turned out to be 5.2%, 6.75%, 6.6%, 8.0%, 6.5%. One might think there was a conspiracy to derail Co-op City.

The cost of materials and labor rose dramatically. A nine-month strike of elevator installers delayed ongoing construction, thus stalling the arrival of new families and the income from their carrying charges. NYC sluggishness in completing streets and sewer lines further delayed construction and, as a result, income from move-ins.

The UHF board scrambled to cut costs.

The community “saved” $20 million by accepting the Con Edison offer of a special electric rate, and by scrapping the installation of power plant generators that were ready for shipment to Co-op City. In his letter, Berman refers to this unfortunate series of events simply as a “small part of the cost overrun.” Small part?

Still struggling to cut costs, the UHF, at the suggestion of the HFA, installed 2ply instead of 4-ply roof insulation.

Later, those roofs sprung leaks and flooded top floor apartments. New and unproven—but cheaper—non-leadcoated high voltage feeder cables were installed in miles of underground concrete pipes that were subject to flooding.

Rated to last 40 years, the cables failed soon after installation.

Despite all efforts to cut costs, Ostroff reported that the new corporation needed another $30 million each for construction and operating costs. Carrying charge increases were delayed for four years while the HFA was asked for an additional $60 million mortgage loan. But HFA insisted that major carrying charge increases be levied to service the balloon loan. There was little choice. The new Republican gov-

ernor, Malcolm Wilson, would give no interest rate relief, even after Co-op City residents filled fifty busses and went to Albany to plead for help.

Struggling to honor its contractual obligation to HFA, the UHF Board instituted three increases, including the draconian 25% hike that provoked the 13-month rent strike.

Was there “shoddy work by union workers,” as charged by Berman? Maybe.

There’s no question, though, that there were costly design flaws and unfortunate decisions, such as FHA’s recommendation regarding roofing materials, and the utilization of miles of faulty underground pipes in the Ric-Wil system, which delivers heat, hot water, and air conditioning.

Was corruption involved in the construction? Certainly, as there almost always is when contractors cut corners to increase profit. When, for example, we sued DicUnderhill Concrete Company for contract violation, the firm just disappeared.

BOTTOM LINE Although the construction of our community was beset by numerous setbacks, the more than 15,000 Co-op City homes are an outstanding UHF achievement. Now, when so many of the nation’s homes are foreclosed and severe housing shortages persist, we should be thankful and learn from the agency’s legacy. Organizations like UHF are as needed now as they were then.

Despite the trials and tribulation—everincreasing carrying charges, construction defects, and possibly corruption— we are still fortunate to live in below-marketpriced apartments that can match any luxury dwellings in Manhattan.

We could use another UHF and more M-L housing.

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Board orientation Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Thanks to all who contact and encourage me. It is a pleasure to be in a position to serve my community. Here are some updates: RIVERBAY BOARD MEMBER ORIENTATION I have been a professional for over 40 years. During this time the opportunity to serve on Boards, attend Orientations have been numerous. However, never in the history of this type of service have I witnessed such a disruptive ending of what was a very important meeting. The presenters even appeared in awe at the disruptive verbal exchanges between the young and the older members of the Board. The good that came out of this exchange was the opportunity to vent perceived injustices of Board colleagues against each other and a management staff member. The bottom line is that we Directors are advocates for the well being of cooperators. Some highlights: RIVERBAY CORPORATION BY-LAWS Of importance is an annual meeting of shareholders of the corporation, for the election of Directors and for such other business as may come before

such other business is held in May on a date to be set by the Board of Directors.

Special meetings of the shareholders for any purpose or purposes may be called at any time by the President. Any officer of the Corporation may call a Special Meeting of Shareholders which is requested by a majority of the Directors or 25% of the shareholders.

AUDIT This is an area that was discussed at length. A history was provided of attempts in the past for an “internal auditor” that ran into several challenges. We also discussed the hiring of a firm in the past that was conducting business with staff of Marion Scott Realty. Presently, there are some con-

States. Always use extreme caution. Never leave food in the oven or in the stove unattended. Turn pot handles in so they cannot be knocked over. Keep flammable materials, such as pot holders or paper towels, far away from the stove’s burners. Never wear loose fitting clothing while cooking; it could ignite when reaching over the burners. Leaving items in the microwave or the

toaster for too long can cause them to ignite.

Be especially cautious when allowing children to assist in the kitchen. Never leave food cooking when you leave the house.

Check the condition of electrical appliances throughout the home. Replace any appliances that spark, smell unusual, overheat or have worn or frayed cords. Never overload an outlet or extension cord. Be

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Director’s Viewpoint

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cerns about how our assets are monitored by whom and the active role of the Audit Committee who is suppose to be providing regular oversight and reporting to the Board. More information will be forthcoming.

MANAGEMENT CONTRACT It was mentioned at the Orientation that there is nothing preventing another Management Company from bidding for the Contract to manage Riverbay Corporation.

RESOLUTIONS A data base needs to be created to organize all Resolutions. Some Directors are unaware of several past Resolutions that may require updating.

APPEALS COMMITTEE We discussed possibly having nonBoard members sign a confidentially form as they have access to other cooperators’ information. Presently, they must acknowledge verbally that they will not discuss another shareholders business once they leave the meeting.

NEW COOPERATOR ORIENTATION HANDBOOK Improvements are being discussed in order to ensure that all new coopera-

tors make a smooth transition to living in this type of housing.

OTHER This is just a snapshot of the events from last week. Thanks for the prayers from one of our faith leaders. We need prayer for all Board members and for Management. We need prayer for our young people who are getting arrested at an alarming rate. We need prayer for parents and guardians who are doing the best they can, but cannot provide the recreational outlets in this community to keep our older youth engaged and out of trouble.

In due time, those of us who keep the faith and keep fighting the good fight will bring about changes. In America today, no ethnic group, according to statistics, is failing their youth like men of color in particular.

Remember, my fellow “younger Board members” – “What others say about you is not your business.” A positive attitude is worth its weight in gold.

Keep advocating for cooperators.

Continue to contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner, 917-324-1033; evelyn tinez@aol.com.

sure light bulbs are the correct wattage for the lamps they are in. Cover electrical outlets that are not in use if toddlers live in your home or visit. Use extreme caution if portable space heaters are used. Be sure they do not come in contact with drapes, furniture or papers.

A smoke detector without batteries or with weak or dead batteries is useless.

Never remove the batteries from your smoke detector to place them in another battery operated device. No MP3 player, remote control or child’s toy is worth placing your life in danger. After you have replaced your smoke detector batteries with brand new batteries, you can use the old batteries for a non-critical use. If cooking often causes your smoke detector to go off, you may wish to consider purchasing a detector with a temporary silencing button for use when cooking. Fanning the smoke detector and opening windows will quiet the smoke detector without removing the batteries.

Statistics show that having a working smoke detector in your home cuts your risk of dying in a fire almost in half. Residential fires turn fatal most often in homes that do not have working smoke detectors. Smoke detectors give you valuable escape time in the event of a fire. When you are sleeping, the added escape time is essential to your survival in the event of a fire. Purchasing and insuring the functionality of your smoke detector is the single most important thing you can do to safeguard your family against fires. Test your smoke detector monthly and change the batteries twice a year when you change your clocks.

Be sure your family has a plan and a meeting place in the event of a fire. Not knowing exactly what to do wastes precious time in the event a smoke detector goes of.

Kids are used to practicing fire drills and “Stop, Drop and Roll” (what to do if your clothing catches fire) techniques in school; be sure to practice at home. A few minutes of planning now can save lives later on. You may feel silly doing some of these drills, but you won’t feel silly when you draw upon that practice in a real life situation. The more you practice, the easier it becomes in a real situation.

If you are speaking about the time change, remember it is called Daylight Saving Time. It is often erroneously referred to as Daylight Savings Time. The time change has nothing to do with banking, just about “Saving” Daylight. It has been put in effect for the purpose of saving energy because it stays light longer during the summer months. The dark period in the morning is a time when most people are

asleep anyway. Daylight Saving Time is not observed worldwide. Puerto Rico is one place that does not utilize Daylight Saving Time. When we fall behind this Sunday, we will be one hour behind Puerto Rico. When we “SPRING AHEAD,” we will be on the same time zone as Puerto Rico.

School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus from either side of the street with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or 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.

Last year at this time of the year, New York and surrounding states were facing the effects of Hurricane Sandy. Co-op City’s storm damage consisted of several downed trees and limbs. Most fortunately, there were no injuries as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Co-op City was fortunate that there was not lasting damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Co-op City residents complied with directives to secure personal property on terraces and patios. Co-op City residents have always been prepared for all types of emergencies. Cooperators who listened to the warnings and secured property and remained in their homes were effective in insuring everyone’s safety.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. 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.

Also remember, all Riverbay employees and contractors carry identification; do not open your door unless you are expecting someone. 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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Teen Workshop today: Come out today, Saturday, November 2 to our second session of Teens Workshop at Dreiser Community Center, Room 11. Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Ages 12-17. Open discussion just between us girls! Hair & make-up, presence & appearances and whatever else you want to talk about…Comfortable setting, no notebooks or pens needed…and a whole lot more! For more information, call: 646-2858699.

Join us at our next General Membership

meeting Sunday, November 10 at 3:00 p.m., Dreiser Community Center, Room 11.

Saturday Educational Program: Children in Grades 3-6 will receive small group instruction in reading and mathematics each Saturday during the school year with certified teachers. Registration: Continues each Saturday as space allows from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Dreiser Community Center, Room 14. Classes start: October 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. fee for total year: $225 includes nonrefundable registration fee: $25. All fees to be

paid by December 31. For further information, call (718) 655-9034 or (718) 671-2555.

London & Paris, 2014: Few space is available for our next year trip, London & Paris, August 14-21, 2014. Yes, we have installment payments of the $3,750 price. To make your reservation, a $500 deposit is due by now. Trip insurance is an additional $300.

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

Cathedral, cruise the Seine River and much more. Yes, there will be shopping galore. For further information: 718-671-4804, 718-6559034, 718-320-2366.

Heartfelt condolences to the family of Gladys Osborne.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-6713721 to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

Happy birthday to our November members.

—Maxine Sullivan

Happy fall greetings to our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, and especially our new residents. We hope all of you had a very enjoyable Halloween.

Congratulations to all who are celebrating birthdays, new births, wedding anniversaries and other celebrated events during the month of November. Well wishes for a speedy recovery to all of you who are sick/shut in. Our sincere condolences to those families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. May they be eternally blessed. And may you and your families also be blessed during your time of bereavement.

A belated thank you to Mr. Andrew Massello, Liberty Mutual Insurance representative, for providing the valuable insurance information to our residents at our last building association meeting.

Our next building association meeting is Tuesday, November 19, at 7:30, rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue. Come out and let your concerns be heard. Bring a neighbor.

Refreshments to be served and a 50/50 raffle will be conducted.

We are looking for interested individuals to work on our Elections Committee.

Elections will be held next month. If you are interested, please attend our next meeting.

Are you hard working? Do you think you can make a difference? Are you willing to serve your community? Well, if you answered yes, we would like you to run for a position on our building association’s executive board.

The following positions are open: President, Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, and Assistant Treasurer. Please attend our next meeting so that you can be nominated.

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

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

—YuVonne Lewis

Our next general membership meeting is Tuesday, November 12, 7:30 p.m., Activity Room. We are changing from a Monday to a Tuesday because of the Monday holiday.

At our next general membership meeting on Tuesday, November 12th, we will be handing out our annual dues envelopes to the Floor Captains. This is our once-a-yeardues collection. Speaking of Floor Captains, we have floors that need Captains. Please volunteer. A Floor Captain’s job is important to the well-being and stability of our building. You are our eyes and ears as to what is going on with your floor and to report any repairs or disturbances. It goes without saying that all repairs and disturbances are to be reported.

Also on the agenda is a discussion and setting a date for our movie afternoon for our seniors and kids. Calling all seniors and parents to come to our meeting in order for us to have your input on what dates are best for you and to answer any questions you may have. We would like to hear from parents

with children from the ages of 7-12 whether or not you think a movie afternoon for kids is something you would like.

Please note: Basic STAR registration is ongoing until December 31, 2013. Don’t forget to sign up by calling 518-457-2036 Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 8:00 p.m. You may apply for STAR at www.tax.ny.gov.; Department of Finance, 212-504-4080, or dial New York City Hotline, 3-1-1.

Greetings to all who are celebrating a special day this month. Our thoughts and prayers to all who are sick and shut-in and to our troops.

Don’t forget to vote on Tuesday, November 5th, at our polling station located in Dreiser Auditorium. When asking for help from our politicians, community board, city hall, etc., voting in numbers counts. Please take the time to vote. If you need a question answered about voting, please call the Bronx Board of Elections at 718-299-9017.

We can be reached at 718-379-7841.

—Sonja Maxwell

Building 26 Association

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association

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Counteracting Anti-Social Behavior Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

the improvement of our community and our quality of life.

There have been many incidents of fighting and gang fights. It is suggested that parents and guardians talk with their children about the anti-social behavior of fighting. The families of these children could be subject to a summons or community complaint for which the penalty is a monetary fine. It is often said that we should engage in peaceful conflict resolution. It would be helpful if our television shows, children’s games, the NYPD, etc. projected more peaceful resolutions.

Parents and guardians should be aware of the television programs their children watch and the video games that they play.

Failing to do this could be why there is so much violence among us.

Voting Another way of counteracting antisocial behavior is by voting. Your vote is needed in the general election on Tuesday, November 5th when we will be voting for NYC Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Borough President, and City Council members. Be sure to go out to vote for the candidates of your choice. We need to be on record as a voting community so that we can be recognized and respected in order to get the services that we need and pay taxes for. Please remind your neighbors and, if necessary, assist

someone who might need help getting to the polls.

Please note that there are six New York State Ballot Proposals or Proposed Amendments to the New York State Constitution on which you should vote “Yes” or “No.” These proposals are: Proposal 1—Authorizing Casino Gaming; Proposal 2—Additional Civil Service Credit for Veterans with Disabilities Certified Post-Appointment; Proposal 3—Exclusion of Indebtedness Contracted for Sewage Facilities; Proposal 4—Settling Disputed Title in the Forest Preserve; Proposal 5—In Relation to a Land Exchange in the State Forest Preserve with NYCO Minerals, Inc.; and Proposal 6—Increasing Age until which Certain State Judges Can Serve.

If you are a registered voter, you should have received a Voter Guide in the mail. All six proposals are listed. If you don’t have the Voter Guide, you may obtain more information, as well as the pros and cons on these proposals by visiting the online Voter Guide website at www.nyccfb.info/voterguide.

The History Committee Director Bernard Cylich and the members of this committee are very enthusiastic about the history of Co-op City. This committee has acquired a photo of the Co-op City ground-breaking ceremony, a video of a family that moved into Building 20B and his experience as a new cooperator, and Director Evelyn Turner has submitted a DVD of the 2013 College Career and Resource Fair to be archived.

Thanks again to former Board Director Raymond Tirado, whose idea it was to form this committee.

Orientation for Board Directors After five years of serving as a Board

Director, the orientation has finally happened on October 23rd. It was a threehour session conducted by the Riverbay Board attorneys Smith, Buss & Jacobs LLP. Many items were covered and the Board is more knowledgeable because of it. A few updates and suggestions were made, but, in general, the documents we received will be very handy and helpful in the future.

The request for the Board Directors’ Orientation was made several years ago. One of the reasons for the delay was because some of the Board Directors proposed that Management conduct the Board Orientation. This idea was rejected. The attorneys were suggested and accepted. Many thanks to the presenters and to Board Directors Leah Graham and President Bill Gordon for diligently working to make this important meeting happen.

Management Evaluation The format for a Management Evaluation is being created and, I believe, is in its final stages. This matter has been discussed over several years and is expected to be completed shortly.

Directors Khalil Abdul-Wahhab and President Bill Gordon are making an effort to effectuate this.

Building Associations Your building association is important.

Be sure to attend the meetings in order to obtain information about your community and to make new friends. If you have a problem, please inform your CSO or discuss it at your Association meeting, if it is not too personal. I can be reached at: Francine Jones, Board Director, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; or telephone number, 718-671-5957.

The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12, at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. Please note the date change.

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. expresses accolades to all of you for sharing your time and energy to assist, entertain and to attend the 18th annual “Friends & Family Day Celebration.” Special thanks to the keynote speaker, Father Lawrence Lucas, Activist Pastor, Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church.

The member organizations that make up our Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organizations

are on the move. The Retires of Dreiser Loop has been a member of the Coalition for over 10 years and donated $500 to the Zodiac Track Team, also a Coalition member. The Co-op City NAACP recently hosted a membership dance and some of the members of the Coalition attended and had a great time. We hope that more of the Co-op City community will join the NAACP, which is a great and vital organization.

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

Phone number, (718) 379-3494.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicating to maintaining and improving the quality of life of coopera-

tors while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations and Kwanzaa, free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American

Churches and Community Development of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475.

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 379-3494 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

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

—Harman T. Leacock

Toastmasters, friends, don’t you just love children? There’s just something about them that is so uninhibited, so free. I remember when I was 8 years old, and there was a Mother’s Day essay contest at my church. It was the morning of, and my parents woke my sister Nykia and I early so we could write something for the contest. I began to write, thinking about all the wonderful things that my mother meant to me. It seemed like mere seconds, as I filled up page after page. Funny, now that I think about it, it was almost like there was no barrier, between head, heart and expression. And I remember sitting in the basement at Sunday School later that morning, and I remember them quietly tapping me on the shoulder, telling me to come

upstairs to the stage and read my speech. I had won! And I remember boldly going up on stage, looking out into a sea of beaming faces, and reading the words of my speech with the roar of a lion. “Why my mother is the GrrrrREATEST MOTHER IN THE WORLD!!!” As you can imagine, the response was overwhelming. It is truly a treasured moment, and it is one of the main reasons why I’ve chosen public speaking as my life career.

Public speaking may have not ever been your favorite activity, but that free, confident, bold, uninhibited child within is waiting to be called to the stage. Come to Co-op City Toastmasters, where all inner children are welcome. (All children are welcome as well, however, you must be 18 years of age

to join.) We’ll help you reconnect. Find that innervoice. We learn leadership, organization, public speaking, of course, and a host of other skills in a non-threatening, family style encouraging way.

One such member recently voiced a personal experience, “Crossing the Border” and finished 2nd Place in the Division A speech Contest. We congratulate TM Selma Newman for this huge achievement. As runner- up, she’s ready to go in the advent the 1st place winner is unable to appear at the District Fall Conference on Sat., Nov. 23rd, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, Flushing, NY. “I never thought it possible to win a trophy for speaking in public,” she said.

Come out and tell your story. We will

help you with all the positive aspects of public speaking, the No. 1 fear we all have.

Come to Toastmasters.

We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m. sharp. Located at 2849 Bartow Ave., Bartow Mall, Bronx, NY. Upcoming Events: Club meeting on Thurs., Nov. 7th, 7:30 p.m.

Dist. 46 Fall Conference on Sat., Nov. 23. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m.

Featuring World Champion Public Speaker Lance Miller, DTM. Go to our website and register now!

For more information, visit www.toastmasters46.org; We look forward to seeing you!

—Ralph Dunniehigh

Dear cooperators, It was inspiring to see the cooperators from several buildings come out in support of the Friday night vigil a few weeks ago, including Buildings 10, 20, 21, 22, and several others. It drew attention to the anti-social behavior that has come home to roost. The criminal activity that occurs in the Co-op City community is merely a microcosm of what is happening across the country. The cooperators who take a stand and take the lead in protesting these issues are sometimes vilified for doing the right thing. What they do is to initiate something that will help to resolve the negative thing that is happening in our community, which many of us do not have the courage to do. Many cooperators don’t have the time or the motivation to lead, and some are afraid of the repercussions that might occur. Those in authority don’t like or want to be criticized.

In addition to the leadership of Sebastian Ulanga, Pastor Deborah Jenkins, Director Evelyn Turner and NYC Councilman Andy King, cooperator Junius Williams was very instrumental in organizing the event. I must apologize for failing to mention him before.

Mr. Williams is also a member of several Board Committees, one of which is the Security Committee. This committee met last week and Mr. Williams clearly and passionately voiced his views to CCPD Chief Apollo as Committee Chair, Tony Illis, conducted the meeting. How do we counteract anti-social behavior? It is by doing what Mr. Williams is doing, and that is getting involved, talking with residents and leaders, and taking action to turn things around. Thanks to cooperators like Junius Williams things are getting done and changes are being made for

Francine Reva Jones

Director’s Viewpoint

Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations

Co-op City Toastmasters Club

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Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013 On Sunday, October 27th, Velocity Track Club competed in the Haunted Hills Cross Country Meet at Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, New York. We had great weather and good competition, with some of the top XC runners from the New York area. Awards were given out to the top six athletes in their age group and gender. They had an 800 meters race for children 6 years old and younger, 2k (1.2 miles) for 7 & 8 years old, 3k (1.8 miles) for 9 to 12 years old, 4k (2.5 miles) for 13 & 14 years and 5k (3.1 miles) for 15 years & older. Plus, there were a Coaches/Parents XC Relay.

The following Velocity student athletes won awards in this competitive meet: Dontae Lindo took 2nd in the

Velocity Track Club

7 – 8 years boy 1.2 mile run, Jordan Ingram took 5th in the 7 – 8 boys 1.2 mile run and co-Captain Giovanna Tolbert took 4th place in the 11 – 12 girls 1.8 mile run.

On Saturday, November 2nd, we will be competing in the AAU Metro District Cross Country Championship in Cunningham Park at Fresh Meadows, NY. Also, there will be an 800 meters and 1 mile race for sprinters and middistance runners.

On Sunday, November 3rd, Velocity

will be cheering on the marathon runners in the New York Marathon. We will be assigned a location by the NYRR to cheer on the runners. This is a great opportunity for our young athletes to see some of best runners in the world and give our children an additional goal, to run in the New York Marathon.

Anyone interested in joining Velocity Track Club New York, contact Coach Co-op City's Dontae Lindo and Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or you can Jordan Ingram outsprint competitors for 2nd and 5th place email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM. —Winston Dinkins finish.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

The RETIREES invite you to their HOLIDAY PARTY on Thursday, December 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at MARINA DEL REY. Price: $70, which includes transportation (first paid, first served) PLUS free admission to Spring Bash in April, 2014. Come, be a part of this holiday merriment. (Contacts: Beverly Waller, Ida Morton, and Virginia Stewart, 718-379-0377).

TRAVEL EVENTS: (Travel insurance encouraged) • Nov. 12th & 13th (Tues. & Wed.) OVERNIGHT CASINO GETAWAY, CT. (2 days/1 night). Price: $129/double and $179/single. Play at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos, stay overnight at Howard Johnson Inn. (Casino bonuses and 3 meals). Contacts: Beverly J/ Claudette D. • Join us on Sat., Nov. 16th – we are going to THE BASS LINE, a jazz club in Mt. Vernon, featuring The Delfonics

Revue and others. Contact: Joan Murrell.

SOLD OUT! • HOLD THE DATE: Mar. 18-20, 2014. We are going back to Atlantic City to The Atlantic Club Casino Hotel.

Double: $220/pp & Single: $287.

Contacts: Virginia S/Beverly J. • ATTENTION! Thurs., MAY 8, 2014, matinee price: $125. A spring trip to see the Biblical story of “MOSES” at the Sight and Sound Theatre, PA. Deposit: $75 to reserve your seat. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Beverly J., 718-3790377.

• Sept. 20-27, 2014, (8 days/7 nights) CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE on the CROWN PRINCESS. Day 1, fly into Los Angeles, board the Crown Princess ship, then we are off to begin our incredible cruise to key sunshiny California cities. On day 8, sail back to Los Angeles for departure home. Deposit required: $325 for double pp/$650 pp single occupancy.

Contacts: Beverly J., 718-379-0377 /Claudette D., 718-379-4784.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (prices includes transportation/Van will depart 11:45 a.m.** SHARP): • Thurs. Nov. 21st, 2:00 p.m.** – Radio City Christmas spectacular show.

Price $75. Calls will be made when tickets are available for pick-up. See Paisley.

• We heard you and we are getting tickets for Wed., December 18th, 2:00 p.m. – “AFTER MIDNIGHT,” Brooks Atkinson Theatre, with special guest star, Fantasia. This production’s score includes songs by great jazz composers of the time and the songs by the legendary Duke Ellington’s years at the famed Cotton Club. Price: $105. Ticket prepayment is requested. See Eleanor Barlow for tickets.

• Sat. Jan. 4, 2014, 2:00 p.m., Alvin Ailey matinee show. Price: $57.

Prepayment is requested. See Ione for

ticket information.

On THURSDAYS (from 3:00-5:00 p.m.), Committee members will be in clubroom 19. AFTER 7 p.m., questions regarding THEATRE shows, call 718324-7847/718-671-8637.

GOOD AND WELFARE: To our members and friends still under the weather, we hope that you perk up real soon.

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

NOTE: Please include phone numbers (with deposits) when signing up for shows and/or trips.

Checks payable to RETIREES of Dreiser Loop; RETIREES Clubroom 19, Dreiser Loop, 718-379-0377.

“The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.”

—Claudette Davis

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 President: Jerome Rice Office telephone: (718) 320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36 Office hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com ANNOUNCEMENTS: Newly elected officers: President: Jerome L. Rice 1st Vice President: Joyce Wilson Secretary: Brenda Brown Asst. Secretary: Carole Haque Treasurer: Hermena Smith Asst. Treasurer: Terry Gavin Notice is hereby given that the officers will serve March 2013-2015. Please direct all correspondence inquiries, etc. to the mailing address.

Upcoming Calendar of Events at Einstein Community Center: Congratulations to our branch President, Jerome L. Rice, for being awarded the Medgar Evers Medal of Freedom Award on October 12 during the NAACP NYS Convention. President Rice stated to NYS President Dr. Hazel Dukes that he accepts this award on behalf of his entire Executive Committee and the hard work that they do each day while standing on the side of justice.

Motivate to Educate Committee Chairperson Terry Gavin would like to thank all members, community-at-large, and volunteers for your generous donations and contributions. Because of your support, we were able to provide 20 generously packed backpacks of school supplies to each of the following schools: Walt Disney School 160 Parent Coordinator Ms. Kwafi Gray; Helen Keller School 153 Parent Coordinator Mr. Ronald Hartridge; Dr.

Selman Waksman School l78 Parent Coordinator Ms. Yvette Vasquez; The Garvey School Director Ms. June O’Connor and an additional 15 bags to JASA Grandparent Connection project director Ms. Hattie Lucas. The supplies were distributed to students experiencing hardships as determined by each school.

Membership meetings at 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 27 and November 24th.

All are welcomed.

At this time, we are planning Neighborhood Law Day on Saturday, November 23rd, our Holiday Celebration on December 21st and our annual Jubilee Day Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, January 4, 2014. If you are interested in being part of the planning committee, please call the office.

Community Outreach Food Drive Collection Box: We are accepting non-perishable food items for Church of the Savior Food Pantry (e.g. canned goods, oatmeal,

cereal, etc…please check expiration dates on all items).

Voter Registration Forms available in English & Spanish: Voter Registration is an ongoing activity. Remember, there is always something to gain during an election and somebody had to die for you to have the right to vote. Before casting your vote on November 5th, PLEASE READ BOTH SIDES OF YOUR BALLOT. All voting sites will have large print available.

YOUR VOICE DOES COUNT and YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! YOU JUST HAVE TO EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT AND VOTE. Join us in signing the NAACP’s petition to the Department of Justice asking them to file civil rights charges against George Zimmerman at http://wwwnaacp.org/DOJpetition. Petitions are also available at the office.

—Brenda Brown

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

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Please call for an appointment

718-379-8800 2063A Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475 (Bartow Shopping Center)

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Board of Directors 2013 Orientation — An Awareness Session Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Hello fellow cooperators, I would like to thank those who sent me their feedback and comments regarding the Board’s evaluation of our managing agent, Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. (MSI). I found the feedback to be very interesting and with merit. Cooperators shared their views on the evaluation process, quality of service received and whether we should consider other General Managers and/or managing agents for the Riverbay Corporation.

One shareholder shared, “it’s only fair that we look at other managing companies and not only consider MSI.” Another shared, “if you gave a man only dirty water to drink, he will drink it, but if you then give that same man clean water to drink, he now knows the difference.” I found that saying to be a great analogy given the current make-up of our community, who knows of no other managing agent in Co-op City other than the one we have and given the opportunity, might consider something different.

I welcome more cooperators’ feedback to add to my MSI evaluation document. Your experiences and comments are important to me. Feel free to contact me at 718-320-3352 or via email at riverbaydirector lg@gmail.com.Please type MSI Evaluation in the subject line of your email. Depending on the amount of feedback, I will prepare a separate memorandum to Management of any comments received after I submit my evaluation document.

Board of Directors Orientation On Oct. 23, several Board Directors attended what I consider our first Board of Directors Orientation. I found the orientation to include a wealth of information and the delivery well organized by our Counsel team. The training guide included suggested items from my May, 2013 memo and several Board colleagues. Topics of discussion & exhibits included defining the Riverbay Corpora-

tion (certificate of incorporation), our bylaws, DHCR regulations, board committees, duties of a director, contracts, internal and external audits, etc. I hope this type venue is one that is held annually to provide new Directors with vital information to best serve the community in which they were elected.

Did you know in April 1965, the formation of the Riverbay Corporation was approved by the Commissioner of Housing and Community Renewal?

SCRIE, DRIE, & STAR Many cooperators still have questions about the SCRIE, DRIE & STAR programs, so here’s a synopsis of each from the NYC Dept of Finance: Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) & Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE) are NYC programs that once approved, provide housing benefits to seniors (aged 62 or over) and the disabled. The goal of these programs is to protect eligible applicants from most rent increases. Once approved, landlords are credited for the difference between the actual rent (carrying charge base) and what approved applicants are responsible for paying.

SCRIE: Have a combined household income of $29,000 or less. Processing timeframe once application is submitted is approximately 45-days. Once approved, a SCRIE docket # and benefit expiration date is given. Residents for SCRIE will receive a renewal application

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

Happy brthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday in November: Kathryn C. Brooks, Ortiz A. Hannys, William E. Gordon, John J. Jackson, Robert Moss, Sr., Henry M. Newman, Ernest A. Medaglia, Silas J. Stanford, Carlos Tricoche, Stephen Werner, Andre Williams, Richard Werner, Edd Kirby and Patrice Sweeting. If you don’t see your name in this issue, please bring it to my attention and it will be placed in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join, so if you are a VETERAN from any branch of the military, stop by. Bring your DD-214 with you.

Post 1871 is located in Section 5 in the Community Center at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165, and our email address is post1871 @optimum.net.

Did you pay your American Legion 2014 dues yet? By renewing your American Legion membership for 2014, you will get expert assistance from our Post.

The Military Ball will take place on November 8th, Friday, at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Sunday, November 10, Johnnie H. Williams will be the Grand Marshall in this year’s United Veterans Parade Committee of Greater New York. All

American Legion members are welcome to march. Wednesday, November 6, the Bronx County meeting will be held at the Sam Young Post at 7:00 p.m. All Post members are welcome to attend this meeting. Please alert your family and friends that November the 5th is ELECTION DAY. Remind them to get out and vote and read the 6 Ballot Proposals on the back of the ballot and answer the yes or no questions.

Did you ever wonder why your doctor always places his hands under surfaces on your chin and neck? Well, he was checking you for thyroid cancer.

Thyroid cancer is rising faster in women than in men, have you been checked out yet?

For all of our new Post members, you can purchase a baseball cap, Post shirt or any other item, just ask our Post Commander. We accept checks, money orders and cash. The Veterans Breakfast that Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson has been giving us at the Eastwood Manor hasn’t been announced yet. As soon as our Post receives the news, it will be passed on to you. This is a FREE event.

Q: What is the national language of the United States of America? A: Third grade English.

The trouble with a political joke is that some time they get elected.

This information was provided by the Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

Leah Graham

Director’s Viewpoint

American Legion Post 1871

60 days before their benefit expiration date.

DRIE: Must be at least 18 years old, with a single member household income of $20,148 or less in the previous year; two or more household income of $29,000 or less and receive eligible state or federal disability related assistance.

Once approved, you will be given a DRIE ID# and benefit expiration date.

Residents for DRIE will receive a renewal application 60 days before their benefit expiration date.

STAR (NYS Tax Relief Program): There are two levels of benefits - Basic & Enhanced. You must own and live at your primary residence with a combined owners’ income of $500,000 or less for Basic STAR. For Enhanced STAR, all owners must be 65 or older, with a combined income of $79,050 or less.

To provide additional awareness and assistance with these programs, I asked Management if they would provide a representative at our next Open Board meeting. Management & our Finance Director agreed to provide a table at our Nov. 13th Open Board meeting.

My Director Update In light of orientation discussions regarding the Duty of Confidentiality, bylaws and Board Committees, I sent a memo to the Cooperators Appeals Chair to consider having committee members read and sign a Duty of Confidentiality document. Based on confidentiality concerns, it seems the Cooperators Appeals Committee is privy to other cooperators’ personal information in an open forum setting.

I am going to send a memo request to our Internal Counsel to develop a resolu-

tion to establish a policy by which annual orientations for newly elected Board Directors are held.

I am going to send a 2nd request “call to action” memo requesting a 6-week ad hoc committee to review and address the growing dog concern, ensure the NYC Health Code of approved dog owners are in place and establish some balance for dog and non-dog owners.

I sent a 2nd request memo to Management for the locations where the intercom systems and lobby doors were installed and to secure a letter of work reference in advance of the second reading resolution for the lobby doors and intercom contract. I am still awaiting a copy of the Riverbay Corporation Construction Dept. org. chart by position.

I am coordinating with several Board Directors and Board Legislative Committee, who believe the Riverbay Apartment Transfer process can be improved to accommodate existing shareholders on the Transfer Waiting List.

I believe a one-time apartment transfer should be considered, provided the cooperator provides a legal document to support the “need” to downsize their apartment. I think as a corporation, we can meet the imminent need of our shareholders without negatively affecting our bottom line. It is the right thing to do.

Closing I will continue to address things cooperators find important in this community.

As Directors, we are expected to protect the corporation’s assets and cooperators alike. I will remain hopeful that the Board will find a meeting of the mind to accomplish what we were elected to do.

Remember, sharing is caring.

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Co-op City Times / November 2, 2013

Black Forum

Next Defensive driving course The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, November 9 in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course.

Remember, don’t text and drive.

Returning to Aqueduct, Saturday, Nov. 23 On Saturday, Nov. 23, we will be going to Aqueduct. Pick–up at Dreiser, 1 p.m.; Bartow, 1:15 p.m. and Einstein, 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $20 per person, round trip. No refund.

Casino rebate $10. First come, first seated.

Call (718) 320-0033 or (917) 209-5334.

Payment must be received to reserve your seat on the bus. Please play sensibly.

Community garden If you have a green thumb, or you are willing to learn, call us today to volunteer, (718) 320-8035.

Section 5 food pantry participants All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to pick up your food. Volunteers needed for Wednesdays and Fridays. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Black Forum Lyon’s Mane Track Club Summer’s here. Register your child(ren)

6-18 years of age for the Lyon’s Mane Track Club. Call for information, (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed The Black Forum is looking for volunteers to help out 2 days a week at the food pantry from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. You choose the days. Training will take place on Thursday only. If you are interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Computer help The Black Forum is looking for an experienced computer savvy individual. If interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

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

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

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

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

The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month.

Young women, 18-35, who are in or preparing for a business/professional career can become members of the Young Adult Club.

Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the drop out rate of

our youth. The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. is having a membership drive and there are attractive joining fees from October 1 to December 31. If you are of a like mind and are interested in community service, please join us. Call Sylvia Hicks, membership Director, 917-921-5445.

Information and applications may be obtained by calling Mrs. Hicks at the above number.

The Youth Club consists of youth 12 to 18 years of age. The Youth Club is dedicat-

ed to community service, higher education, technology and activism. If you fit this description, are interested in expressing yourself, obtaining community service credit, developing new programs and leadership skills, you should contact Sandra Hall, Youth Advisor, 917-972-7732. This is your chance, as a young person, to help plan the year’s activities of the club. Don’t delay obtaining your community service credits in a fun and interesting way.

Please save the date of January 25, 2014 to attend our Men’s Conference

“Addressing the Challenges of Minority Males: Each One Reach One.” Anyone wishing to render community service, assist with any of our programs or obtain more information, please contact Joetta Brown, First Vice President, 404-803-9869.

Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. may be found at www.nanbpwc.org, or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Sylvia Hicks

This past Saturday, October 26th, the club hosted two Halloween events. The Youth Committee sponsored a get-together for the younger members of our community from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The grown-ups had their turn that evening, dancing to the great music provided by DJ Joaquin Lugo.

Our thanks go to all the committee members, volunteers and participants who made both parties big successes. Particular thanks go to Mr. Lugo for volunteering his exceptional talent during the festivities.

Please join us at our upcoming events at the Dreiser Community Center: Our ‘Social Friday’ get-together is scheduled for November 29th at 7:00 p.m. in our club room (Room 16).

The Cultural Committee will be hosting our traditional holiday event, ‘Cantares Navideños,’ on Saturday, December 7th, in Auditorium ‘A’ of the Dreiser Community Center, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Members will be admitted free, non-members will be admitted for only $10. Donations for the

‘Pot Luck’ will be greatly appreciated.

Bring your maracas, güiros and palitos and start your holiday celebrations with us!

Tickets for the club’s annual Christmas Party, on Saturday, December 21st, are on sale. Dance the night away to the music of 2 live bands and the stylings of DJ Salsero.

Enjoy a wonderful evening with only a $30 donation. For tickets or more information, please contact Antoinette Toro at (917) 7444373 or Delia Anaya at (917) 587-7143.

You can also drop by the club room before

our monthly meetings. Details are also available on the “Flyers” page of our website.

Please feel free to join us at our general membership meetings which take place at 8:00 p.m. on the 2nd Thursday of every month in our club room, Room 16, of the Dreiser Community Center.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc. synthasite.com.

—Carmen Rodriguez

Our lobbies look so nice & scary, thanks to the following volunteers: A Side: Candy, Doreatha, Eleanor B., Eleanor G., and Robert.

B Side: Barbara, Bill, Christina, and Joanne.

The lobbies are generally decorated on the weekends and there needs to be more volunteers, especially for the parents with younger children who enjoy the decorations so much. We live in a community where cooperators need to get together to accomplish what is beneficial for all. If there are

enough volunteers, it will take one hour of your time to bring smiles to young and old alike. Please consider doing your part when we decorate for the next group of holidays.

Our next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m. For our new cooperators, our meeting room is in Building 32B, first floor rear. This will be a Cash for Gold fundraiser; start going through your jewelry boxes, drawers, and cabinets as broken jewelry, single earrings, gold teeth, and silver flatware can be sold. Look around your apartment — your sugar and creamer set

might be made of silver. Bring these items to the meeting and you might have enough for holiday shopping. We have already sponsored two of these events, and your fellow cooperators have been very pleased with the results. Invite your friends, family, colleagues, and everyone else you know. Please remember to bring identification with you for this event—it is required.

Please clean up after yourself when in the laundry room. Pick up your dryer sheets from the floor/basket and dispose of them, and remember to tell your teenagers to do the

same. In addition, there have been complaints from cooperators on some floors about their neighbors’ refusal to bring boxes, small pieces of furniture, appliances, etc. to the basement. You are creating a fire hazard, safety hazards, possible roach infestations and more. Remember, we do have working elevators so it will not strain you to bring your trash to the basement.

Don’t forget that your family lives here, it is our building and community. Don’t you want to live in a nice environment?

—Lorna Smith

The Williamsbridge Club

Spanish-American Community Club

Building 32 Association

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African-American Association of Co-op City

If Africa is the Motherland, then Ethiopia can be called its soul. Ethiopia has always been a place of great value on the African soil, as it is one of the oldest locations of human life. The African-American Association, along with Prof. Clinton Crawford of Medgar Evers College, will present an informative film on Ethiopia.

Join us on Saturday, November 9th, at 5 p.m. in Dreiser, Rm. 15 for a peek into the soul of Africa, one of the few remaining wonders of the world.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. If your goal is to lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques, then this is for you! Call 718-671-8364.

Belly Dancing Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m.,

Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! No experience necessary. Call 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dancing Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Simple dance steps for easier participation. Come and enjoy! Call 917-903-7073.

Music Appreciation/Singing Classes – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15 Computer Laptop Classes – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. $5 fee. Members get one class free. Call 718-379-5555.

Children’s Early Morning Drop-off and After School Programs – School days. Call 718-379-5555.

Education – The Institute for Youth Study Group meets on 2nd Mondays, 7 p.m. and 4th Saturdays, 10 a.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. Call 718-379-5555.

Employment Assistance – Contact us at 718-379-

5555 for information about employment.

Central Park Five – New Hearing Date: 11/12, 2 p.m., Federal Ct., 500 Pearl St., N.Y. Association Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Saturday, November 9th at 4 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. If you are unable to attend, look for our weekly column for upcoming events. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed.

Like us on Facebook: “CoopcityAfricanAmerican Assoc.”

Wishing a beautiful and prosperous week to all!

—Mercedes A. Terzol

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its Regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, November 21, in the Bartow Center, Room #28 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members attend this very important meeting. This is a pre-Holiday meeting. Issues of importance will be discussed relative our Holiday activities and activities for the upcoming year.

Tuesday, November 05, is General Election Day. All community members are encouraged to come out and cast your ballot for the candidate/s of your choice, who

you feel best represents your views for a more stable environment and community. This is a New York Citywide election. Please come out and exercise your Constitutional right as a citizen. Every vote counts.

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club endorses the following Democratic candidates for election: Bill de Blasio for Mayor, Letitia James for Public Advocate, Scott Stringer for Comptroller, Ruben Diaz, Jr. for Bronx Borough President, and Andy King for City Council (12th District). These candidates have been excellent

campaigners and have been visible in the community during the past year. We feel that they will continue to serve the country, state, city, and the Bronx community in a positive way and will be most representative of our aims to promote better government in the future, and help solve some of the continuing problems that may become solutions.

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

—George T. Clarke

Halloween Party Our annual Halloween party was a great success. The children, as well as the parents/guardians/grandparents seem to enjoy themselves very much. Everyone was fascinated by the room’s awesome decorations, so a special thanks go out to Jackie & Marvin. The association would also like to thank all those who contributed in other ways to this most successful event. Don’t forget to purchase your Thanksgiving turkey raffles…proceeds will help toward next year’s party.

Next Meeting Our November meeting will take place on Thursday, November 21, at 7:30 p.m. Our guest speaker will be a representative from the NYC Fire Education Department. Come and learn about some safety issues

and procedures related to high-rise buildings and some key points concerning the safety of our seniors. The life you save could be your own or a loved one. We look forward to seeing you there.

Have ideas or suggestions? Come to your building monthly meeting… always held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in our meeting room, Bldg. 4B. Thanksgiving Turkey Raffles The raffle drawing will take place immediately after our guest speaker’s presentation on 10/21. Raffles are being sold in lobby of Buildings 4A, 4B and 4C starting today from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We will also be selling raffles on Friday, 10/8, and Saturday, 10/9 (same time). Winners need not be present so anyone may purchase raffles. Proceeds will go toward holiday decora-

tions for all 3 buildings, our annual Halloween party for the children and our College Scholarship Fund.

Collections Start getting ready for our Holiday collection/donation for those who help to keep our building clean and safe. This includes our potter/maintenance staff, lobby attendants and mail-carrier.

Congratulations to those celebrating a birthday and other special occasions. Prayers go out to our sick and shut-in neighbors. Continue to support our military personnel in your prayers. Immediately report any suspicious activity in and around your community.

Remember, this is our home. “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.” —Yvonne Burrus (DW)

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Donizetti Building Four Association

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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) 8629172.

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 7:00 p.m.

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

11:00 a.m.

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first and second Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM FOR OUR CHILDREN AND YOUTH Sunday School for Children and Youth is now in session. Our program begins at 9:00 a.m. with breakfast to follow. We welcome new and returning students and look forward to another opportunity to help train our children for a lifetime of faith and Christian growth.

OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: PLEASE JOIN US IN CELEBRAT-

ING OUR PASTOR REV. DR. CALVIN E. OWENS’ 37th ANNIVERSARY. Tomorrow, Sunday, November 3rd 11:00 a.m. - Guest Preacher: Rev. James Logan, Executive Minister, Convent Avenue Baptist Church, NYC. 3:30 p.m. - Guest Preacher: Rev. Hugh Farrish, Pastor, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, NY. Revival Services - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, November, 6, 7, 8, 7:00 p.m.

Revivalist: Rev. Dr. C. Eugene Overstreet, Pastor, New Covenant Baptist Church of Christ, Jersey City, NJ Sunday, November 10th, 11:00 a.m.

Guest Preacher: Rev. Curtis Brinkley, Pastor, Corinth Missionary Baptist Church, Jarvisburg, NC

Saturday, December 21st, 3:00-8:00 p.m. Come celebrate the Holiday Season with our Community Protestant Church Family at our Annual Christmas Party sponsored by the North Carolina Team. Bartow Community Center, Room 31, Co-op City. Music by DJ Lonnie Youngblood. Donation: Adults $15; Children under 16 years of age free (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). For tickets, call (718) 9943751 or (917) 509-2030.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

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

Thought for this week: Think about the things that are good and worthy of praise. Think about the things that are true and honorable and right and pure and beautiful and respected. (Philippians 4:8) The mind is a battlefield. The Bible tells us that we have the mind of Christ because of our relationship with Him, but we have to choose and allow the mind of Christ to be in control. Every day we are at war for the control of our mind. Who wins that war is up to us and the choices

that we make. Proverbs 23:7 says, For as he thinks within himself, so is he. What we think about powerfully influences who and what we will become.

We can change our life by changing how we think, but we cannot do it alone.

It’s completely impossible without God’s power at work in our life. We choose what we watch and read, the conversations we have and the time we spend in the Word. If the mind is not filled with good, the enemy will fill it with bad. The human mind will always set itself on something. We need to invite the Holy Spirit to help us.

There is a saying, “You can’t keep a bird from flying over your head, but you

can keep it from building a nest in your hair.” Impure and wrong thought will come, but we do not have to entertain them and invite them to stay. When we choose to surrender the control of our minds to God, He will honor that choice and will give us the power and the strength to think right.

We want to remind you that we are collecting non-perishable items and supplies in order to provide and support families in need of food. We also are providing counseling and referral services for families in the community. If you need or know someone in need, please call 347945-1992. Please leave a message and we will gladly call you back.

Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the love of God. CHURCH SERVICE SCHEDULE Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study Friday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Youth Night and Children’s Bible Club Sunday - 11 a.m., Worship and the Word Children’s Church – 5 years old to 12 years old Little Lambs - Potty trained SPECIAL EVENT Every first Sunday of the month, the service is bilingual.

All are welcome.

—Rev. Sam Colon

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

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

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

We look forward to welcoming every-

one at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 3, when we will celebrate the TwentyFourth Sunday after Pentecost, as well as All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day. Calendar of Events: a) Men’s Day - Sunday, November 10 b) Harvest Celebrations - Sunday, November 24 Fundraising Event: Atlantic City bus trip to Bally’s - Saturday, November 30. $35 p.p. No refunds after November 1.

Bus leaves from Dreiser Loop (in front of the deli) at 9:00 a.m. For seating, contact June Grimes, 718-320-0503.

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

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718-3200844 or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org

“Happy are the people whose strength is in you! *whose hearts are set on the pilgrims’ way.” Psalm 84: (4) —M. Chambers

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, BRONX MEETING TO FEATURE NEW FEHBP PREMIUMS - The end of season meeting in the Bronx will be held on Monday, November 4th, at the DREISER LOOP COMMUNITY CENTER #1, Room #9, in Co-op City, Bronx from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. It will feature a presentation of the new premiums and benefit changes for the 2014 FEHBP season. In addition, we will share a special update on the postal bankruptcy and how it may affect you, what’s happening with the possible shutdown of the government and the threats to the debt ceiling. This is the last 2013 Bronx meeting. The next meeting will be in 2014.

Olive will be on hand to provide some fresh coffee and sweet treats. Yes, it is the day before elections, but this is not a meeting to miss.

—Charles Salk

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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: 6:00 p.m. - Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. - Wednesday Bible Study Sunday morning Worship - 9:30 a.m.

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

Church Motto: “We are Christ-Centered, FamilyFocused with Power and Authority.”

Church Mission: 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Faith @ Work Christian Church Come worship with us, where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it!

PRAYER: I pray for unity, within the community, from the Board of Directors, to Marion Scott Realty and the entire Riverbay staff. I pray that there will always be a recognition and high regard for all cooperators and that all will be treated with respect. I pray that cooperators will do the same. I pray that all will galvanize around one single goal to make our unique community as positive and safe as possible. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Blood Pressure Check: The Health and Wellness Ministry will be doing FREE blood pressure checks every 3rd Sunday at 12 p.m. ALL ARE WELCOME! On November 20th, Faith @ Work Christian Church Food Pantry will be handing out turkeys and all the

Church of the New Vision

Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Pastor’s Aide is sponsoring a “Gospel Building Fund Banquet on Saturday, November 2nd from 1-5 p.m.

Adults, $25, children 10 years and under $12.50. Please see any member of the Pastor’s Aide for tickets.

Thanksgiving meal preparation items on a first come, first serve basis at 7:30 p.m. Dreiser, Room 8.

Faith leaders and community against violence formed after the January 13, 2013 double youth shooting in Section 5. Join us and call to find out how we can and are willing to help you!! PRAYER WALKS EVERY SATURDAY AT 3 P.M. IN EVERY SECTION. Section 5 meets at 4 p.m.

We are not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the power of Good unto salvation of everyone who believes! (Rom 1:16) What great power that is when you realize that you are 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.

—Pastor Deborah

The Women’s Fellowship supports ‘Breast Cancer Awareness’ on November 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van will be stationed outside the church for free mammograms. You may register by contacting Sis. K. Canty at (718) 379-6116 or Sis. L Scortat (718) 671-2623.

Come join New Vision’s “Partners In Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals.

Registration is ongoing. You could contact the church at the number listed below.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Please visit our website at www.churchof newvision.com.

—Carole Haque

Greater Love Cathedral United Baptist Church

“Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.” Philippians 1:2, KJV Are you looking for a new church home or a place where you can give God praise openly and freely?

Greater Love is a teaching, preaching, tithing, faith and Bible way ministry. We believe that anyone can be saved according to our foundational Scripture, Romans 10:9, “For if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”

We are located on the ground level at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance red buzzer. Sunday afternoon Praise and Worship Service is held every Sunday at 3:45 p.m.

Special Announcements Open House Sunday: We cordially invite our friends and neighbors to our quarterly Open House on Sunday, November 3rd, at 3:30 p.m. Please join us for an afternoon of fellowship, praise and worship. Presiding Bishop Linda Jenkins, D.D., Overseer of the Cathedral United Baptist Church, Inc., will preach the Word of God and the Cathedral Choir will bless us in song. Dinner will be served following service.

Food Pantry: Thank you to all of our friends, family and neighbors who have contributed to the food pantry.

Your continued support is appreciated and is a blessing to our brothers, sisters and children in need of assistance.

We accept donations of canned goods and non perishable items to assist families in need. Please bring items to the church on Sundays from 2:30 to 3:30; Sis. Carolyn Welch-Esquelin, President of the Food Pantry Ministry, will greet you. Another option is to place items in the pantry drop box located in front of the church door (Saturdays only).

Free Bible Course: It’s not too late to enroll. Class meets on Thursday eve. from 7 p.m.-8 p.m.

Family Movie Nite: Will be held on Friday, November 8th. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie begins at 7:30 p.m. sharp! Free hot dogs & popcorn. The feature presentation is, “The Life of Pi”

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Weekly Schedule: Sunday Bible School/Study: 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Sunday Praise & Worship: 3:45 p.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday Prayer Service: Tuesday evenings: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Training for Service - A Survey of the Bible: Thursday, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Youth/Family Nite: Ages 10+ - 2nd & 4th Friday, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Professional Keyboard/Drum Lessons for youth - 2nd & 4th Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 (next date: 11/9) — $10 per session Tutoring Services available for youth: Math, Reading, SAT. Please call Pastor Landrum at 917-476-2326 or email clandrum82@gmail.com with your contact information and subject of interest.

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to join in worship service every Sunday morning at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24 (street level).

SUNDAYS: Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

WEDNESDAY: Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning beginning at 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday evening.

FRIDAY: Youth service will be held at 7:30 p.m.

FOCUS: The church is a privileged people who have been buried and raised in Christ, which enables them to walk in the light of His love, forgiveness and redemption.

As ye therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him.

(Colossians 2: 6) What a powerful confession for an individual to recognize the Lordship of our savior Jesus Christ, and to be able to share the privileges pre-destined for those who love Him and walk in His ways. Apostle Paul in his letter to the Colossians wanted to share some important characteristics that distinguish a follower of Christ. What exactly are those characteristics? We would have to examine the scriptures to further authenticate and understand what Paul wanted to nurture them in recognizing. In Colossians 2:7, he states, “Those who live in Christ are ‘rooted’ in him, they are also “built up in him,” meaning it is a continual process where one grows in God’s grace.

They are established and strengthen in faith

because faith makes things move. The results of trusting an unseen God benefits the believer greatly in which they abound with thanksgiving, they overflow with thankfulness because God always remains true. The Apostle Paul stressed the importance of avoiding false teaching that could steer the believers to incorporate poor philosophy and ultimately rob them of their joy in Christ. Colossians 2:8 reads, “Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.” Now because we are embracing the fullness of Christ, we recognize that God is a reality.

Thus now we possess the spiritual completeness all humans are able to obtain, not needing to adapt teachings that are not spirit-led. In Christ, we have a new

birth. The Old Testament’s sign of a new life was the covenant of circumcision. The New Testament identifies the believer by baptism as the saving work of Christ, specifically by his death, burial and resurrection.

The Apostle Paul reflects that one did not have to add man-made obligations to the victory of Christ. Jesus’ death on the cross gave all people freedom to live above sin. Christ is all sufficient and offers mankind an opportunity to enjoy life with him. Therefore wisdom that reigns within us is because we have a reason, hope and trust in our walk in Christ. And when the Lord blesses us, we must worship and praise Him more and give thanks every day.

For further information, call 718-3240334 or (718) 320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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

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

Stop The Violence Prayer Walks are held each Saturday in each section in Co-op City. Please join one of these walks against violence in our community

when you can. The walks begin at 3 p.m. at the following locations: Library (Bartow); Town House Restaurant (Dreiser) and Basketball Court (Bellamy and Benchley). The Section 5 Prayer Walk begins at 4 p.m. in front of the Teen Center.

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, October 16 at 5:00 p.m.

Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held monthly at 7:30 p.m., we invite the men of

the community to join us on Tuesday, November 12 at the next Men’s Prayer Service.

Our Fall Revival will be held on Wednesday, November 13 through Friday, November 15, each evening at 7:30 p.m. We invite you to join us and be revived.

On Sunday, November 17, we will celebrate our 42nd Church Anniversary.

Please join us for this celebratory service.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to join them next year as they sail to the Caribbean. They will be sailing on the Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas

going to Kings Wharf, Bermuda, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, San Juan, Puerto Rico and Labadee, Haiti. This 10day cruise will be from Thursday, July 17, 2014 to Saturday, July 26, 2014. For additional information or reservations, please call 718-379-0541, 917-612-1245 or 718-320-3774.

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship.

We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

—Hattie L. Lucas

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

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

Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about

you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you.

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

Special Scripture Reading: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and God will give you the desires of your heart.”

Sunday Schedule: Meditation and Adult Bible Study 9:15 -10:15 a.m.

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

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

Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in

the word of God. All sessions are during worship service.

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “Heaven’s Favor.”

Reading from Sacred Scripture: Psalm 37:4-5 Thought of the Week: “The most violent act committed against our children is sending them to school for 12 years and have them receive only 6 years worth of education.”

Weekly Activities – Every person is welcomed.

Bereavement Group - Monday evenings at 6:15 p.m.

Bible Study Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for our in-depth study of the Gospel of Mark.

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

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry.

For more information in donating or receiving food, please call 718-9255052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance.

Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc...Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. -8:30 p.m. or Sunday morning, 9:00 - 10:00. To arrange special drop off time, call Dr. Smith, 917-7344058. God bless all our donors.

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Good news! Go online www.healthinsurance.gov. Don’t have computer? Go to the local library, they will assist you for free. You can’t afford not to be insured.

Co-op City Baptist Church

Church of the Savior

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

CO-OP CITY BAPTIST CHURCH

1659 eaSt gUn Hill ROad bROnx, ny 10469

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

Rev., dR. Calvin e. OWenS, paStOR CHURCH

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

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

CHURCH SCHedUle WEEKLY:

CHURCH SCHOOl - SUnday, 9:00 a.m.

WORSHip SeRviCe: SUnday, 11:00 a.m. bible ClaSS & pRayeR meeting - WedneSday, 7:30 p.m.

MONTHLY: COmmUniOn - 1St and 3Rd SUndayS

ALL ARE WELCOME!

(718) 320-3774 • Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed 9:00-10:00am, Rm. 31 Word Games, Rm. 31 9:30am - 11:30am Stay Well Exercise 10am-11:00am, Rm. 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11am-12pm, Rm. 31 Bingo 1:00 – 3:30pm, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Fri., November 8

Thurs., November 7

Tues., November 5

Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 am, Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30 am – 11:30 am, Rm. 31 Library 9:30 am -1:00 pm, Rm. 31 Weight Management Support Group 10:00 - 11:30 am, Rm. 25 ZUMBA Class 10:30 – 11:30 am, Rm. 31 Card Games 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 pm, Rm. 31

Wed., November 6

Mon., November 4

Bartow

Library 9:00am-1:00pm, Rm. 31

Word Games 9:30am-11:30 am, Rm. 31

Chat Session 9:30am-1:00pm, Rm. 31

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

Card Games 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 31

Dominos 2:30pm, Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing w/Voncile 9-10am, Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 – 11:30am, Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing w/ Jenifer 10–11:30am, Rm. 31 Chat Session 10am, Rm. 31 Bingo 10:30am – 12pm, Rm. 25 Sing along w/Charles Carrington 11am-12pm Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Einstein

Dreiser

Library

Crochet and Knitting

9:30am – 1:00 pm, Rm. 49

10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00am, Rm. 45

9:30am -10:30am, Rm. 7

Line Dancing

10:00 – 11:00am, Rm. 2

10:00am-11:00am, Rm. 45

12:00pm – 1:00pm, Rm. 4

Stay Well Exercise

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49

1st Mondays:

Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Matinee Movie w/George 10:00am-12:00pm Rm 45 Dominoes 10:00am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10:00am, Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class 10:30 am, Computer Lab Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30am, Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi 11am-12pm, Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12 – 1pm, Rm. 4 Art Class 1-3pm, Rm. 7 YOGA w/Bhadra, 2-3pm, Rm. 2

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00am, Rm. 45

9:30-10:30pm, Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday

10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 45

10:00 -11:30am, Rm. 8

Line Dancing w/Ellie 10:00am-11:00am, Aud. A

Spelling Bee

Mind Teasers

11:00am, Rm. 49

12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4

Drama Club

Bingo

1:30 – 4:00, Rm. 7

1:00pm, Rm. 49

Piano Sing Along 11:00 am – 12:00pm, Rm. 7

Crochet and Knitting

Dominoes

10:00am-12:00pm, Rm. 7

10:00am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Art 10:00am, Rm. 45 10:00 -11:00am, Rm. 36

9:30-10:30am, Rm. 7

Meditative Moments

Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

11:00 – 12:00am, Rm. 8

Card Games

12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4

Mind Teasers

2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 49

Card Games, Dominoes 2:00pm-4:00pm, Rm. 7

Therapeutic Yoga

Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday 10:00 -11:30am, Rm. 49

1st Mondays:

Tuesdays

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

1:30pm – 2:30pm, Rm. 8 Schedule subject to changes without notice*

Bowling

PICK-UP TIMES

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

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

$5 $15

Mon., Nov. 4

Apple juice Turkey meat balls w/Swedish sauce Noodles Green beans Alt: Poached Salmon

Chicken parmagiana Whole wheat shells w/sauce Green salad

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

1:15 - 2:00pm, Rm. 2

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive Rm. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mixed Cultural Dance 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aud. B Mind Teasers 12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/ popcorn 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

PRICE

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Gentle Yoga w/Anne 2-3pm, Rm. 2 Basic Cellphone & iPAD Training course 1:30 – 2:30pm, Rm. 7

2:00 – 4:00 pm

WEEKLY TRIPS

Non-Kosher

Mind Teasers

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

DATES

Kosher

Orange pineapple juice Shake and bake chicken Blackberry pork chops Baked potato Yucca w/onions Braised red cabbage Honey carrots Alt: Tuna and vegetable salad

Intermediate Yoga

Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill

WEEKLY TRIPS

Date:

Einstein 1:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

11:15am

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

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

Tues, Nov. 5

Orange juice Beef hamburgers w/onions Potato knish Lettuce and tomato

Wed., Nov. 6

Whole wheat bread Canned apricots in juice

Salmon cakes Polenta and green peas w/dill Collard greens

Whole wheat bun Fresh fruit

Stuffed cabbage w/beef Meat sauce Mashed garlic potato Spinach

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Minestrone soup Lemon pepper Breaded Pollack Yellow rice w/gandules French string beans

Whole wheat bread Tropical fruit puree

Alt: Grilled chicken

Thurs., Nov 7

Apple juice Tilapia Francaise Yellow rice Mixed vegetables Alt: Sliced turkey

Fri., Nov. 8

Orange juice Roast chicken Mashed potato Broccoli souffle Alt: Vegetable cutlet Hard boiled egg

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

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

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

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips. All Trips includes roundtrip transportation!

Free Screenings for Nutrition Assistance (SNAP, the program formerly known as Food Stamps), Friday, November 15, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - First come, first served! Please bring documents that verify your identity, address, income & expenses (rent, medical, etc.). For more information: 718-320-2066.

Walking Club (The Big Apple Senior Strollers) – The Walking Club meets every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., THROUGH NOV. 26 at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31.

Grandparent Connection Program Annual Bake and Beverage Sale, Tuesday, November 5, 9 a.m. until sold out, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 35. Proceeds will go to meet the needs of children living in a local homeless shelter.

Hostos Center for Arts & Culture – My Color of Cancer Exhibit – Friday, November 8, $5 – Tour time: 10:00 a.m. Pickups: Dreiser - 8:30 a.m., Bartow - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein – 9:00 a.m.

Central Avenue - Monday, November 11, $13 - 2 hours at Christmas Tree Store, 1 hour at Trader Joe’s and 2 hours at Amazing Savings. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:00 a.m., Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. and Einstein - 9:30 a.m.

The Gardens @ Wavehill – Friday, November 15, $6 - tour time: 10:00 a.m Pickups: Dreiser - 8:30 a.m., Bartow - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein – 9:00 a.m.

Bartow Social Dance Club presents live Latin music by the Josh Levine Trio – Thursday, November 14, Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. - Refreshments will be served and a raffle drawing for prizes. Pickups: Einstein Loop – 12:30 p.m. & Dreiser Loop - 12:45 p.m.

Aqueduct Casino – Tuesday, November 19, $20. Trip includes round trip transportation on Motor Coach Bus. Bonus: $7 for

lunch after 7 points, plus $10 slot play. Pickups: Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Dreiser Loop - 9:45 a.m. and Einstein Loop - 10:00 a.m. (4 hour stay at casino).

Tanger Outlet Mall – Monday, November 18th - $15. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m., Dreiser - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein 9:00 a.m. (18 seats available).

Empire Casino – Wednesday, November 20th - $5 - Pick-ups: Einstein - 10:00 a.m., Bartow - 10:15 a.m. & Dreiser - 10:30 a.m.

Farmers Markets Trips – JASA will be making trips to the following Farmers Markets: W 175th St. Green Market (Manhattan) on Thursday, November 7; Jacobi Hospital on Tuesday, November 5 and 12; Parkchester on Friday, November 8; and Poe Park on Tuesday, November 19. If interested, please call 718-320-2066. Pick-ups: Bartow – 9:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop – 9:15 a.m. and Einstein Loop – 9:30 a.m.

Ongoing STAR and SCRIE help is available. Please call 718-320-2066 to make an appointment.

Weight Management Support Group – Monday, November 4th - 10:00 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 25, facilitated by social workers. Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a Healthy Lifestyle. For information: 718-320-2066.

Caregiver Support Group – Tuesday, November 12th, 1:00 p.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31. The group offers resources, as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Facilitated by a social worker. For information: 718-3202066.

Grandparent Connection – Next grandparent caregiver support group meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the teen center in Einstein Loop. For information, you may contact Hattie Lucas at 718-379-0433, Ext. 2139; or 917-734-5935.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

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FYI: Our meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, at 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Loop Auditorium “A”…Come early to pay for your Holiday Luncheon tickets and make a payment or deposit for any of the below trips.

REMINDER: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, December 12th at Marina Del Rey, 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m. $75/person. Tickets are available to be picked up in the AARP Room “O” in Dreiser Center on Thursdays or Fridays after 1 p.m. It is requested that you sign-up for transportation to the luncheon a.s.a.p. – Call 718-320-1946 – leave a message for a return call.

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

2013 TOUR ACTIVITIES December 30 - January 1, 2014 – New Year’s Eve Gala: 1920’s Great Gatsby – trip includes Deluxe Motor Coach transportation; first stop at the Sands Casino in Bethleham (PA); then to the Desmond Hotel (Malvern, PA) w/dinner after checkin; next day All-American buffet breakfast; side trips include a choice of sightseeing; or shopping at King of Prussia Mall; or a 4-

hour stay at an Atlantic City Casino; New Year’s Eve entertainment w/surf & turf dinner and an open bar; hats, noise-makers and Champagne toast at midnight; buffet breakfast & show before departure for home — $100 deposit due at sign-up: $535/person (double); $645 (single); $525/person (triple); travel insurance (to be included w/deposit): $28/person (double or triple); $37/single …contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

2014 TOUR ACTIVITIES March 31-April 1, 2014 – Sands Casino w/a $20 free play & lunch voucher; then to the hotel w/dinner and a show; full buffet breakfast and then to see MOSES at the Millennium Theater; traveling on Deluxe Motor Coach transportation…$295/double; $285/triple; $345/single (travel insurance to be determined)…contact Jean, 718-3793742.

August 28 – September 6, 2014 – Canada & New England Cruise – Sail on the Royal Caribbean, 10 days/9 nights…

Double inside cabin: N-$1,108; outside cabin: I-$1,438; Balcony: E-2-$1,738; Balcony: E-1-$1,788; Single inside cabin: N-$1,827; Outside cabin: I-$2,487; Balcony E-1-$3,187 — $350 deposit will secure early bird rates … contact Jean, 718379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Happy birthday to all celebrating this month of November.

Tuesday, November 5th, membership meeting in Room 38 at 1:30 p.m. There will be a Bingo game. All are invited.

Refreshments will be served.

Monday, November 11, Resorts Casino.

The cost per person is $33 with casino slot play bonus of $25. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch and Dreiser Loop. Please bring your casino card, plus a valid photo I.D. Moses at the Millenium Theater – Lancaster, PA. – This will be a 2-day trip, Wednesday, May 14th and Thursday, May 15th, 2014.

Day 1- Lunch at the Hershey Farm Restaurant on your own. After lunch at 2 p.m., a showing of Moses. Room accom-

modations at the Hawthorne Inn and dinner at Millers Restaurant. Day 2 - After breakfast, off to the Sands Casino and casino package of the day. Cost per person – double $245; triple $235; and singles $287.

Please send in your deposits to hold your reservations. All balances or full payments must be paid by March 17, 2014.

For all of the above trips or functions, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Loretta at 718671-2958, mornings, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Mondays through Saturday.

Please remember those who are homebound or in nursing homes. Give them a call. Our prayers of good health are wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

We are open two days a week, Monday and Thursday. Monday, 9:00 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

We are now selling jewelry, many choices of necklaces and earrings and bracelets. Our soft covered books are 25¢ each or 5 for $1, hard covered

books are 50¢ each. There is also a small selection of canes for $5, walkers for $10.

We are located in Dreiser Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #13, second floor.

—Arlene Rodriquez

Einstein Cancer Fund

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS Wii Gaming - Every Monday, 3:00 p.m.

Toddler Time - Every Tuesday, 11 a.m.

Teens TAG - Every Tuesday, 4 p.m.

Teen Lounge - Every Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Chess Club - Every Thursday, 3:00 Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

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

HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

Handicapped Adults Association Goose Island Senior Citizens

Happy birthday or happy anniversary to all those who celebrate in the month of November.

Tuesday, November 5—POKENO GAME in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 6—Bingo game in Room 39. Admission is $2.

Time is 1:30 p.m. Refreshments served.

FUTURE TRIPS 2014: First trip: Wednesday, April 23— Going to Courtland, N.Y. for luncheon and show. “THE RAT PACK.” Price is $69. Menu: appetizer, salad, choice of 3 entrees: dessert, cake, coffee, tea and soda.

Second trip: Monday, June 2, going

to Villa Roma for a luncheon and show, “THE JERSEY BOYS.” Price is $79.

Menu: Soup, roasted chicken, London broil or Tilapia, vegetables, dessert, chef surprise.

Please: We must ask you to leave a small deposit for both trips, so Ann can put you on the list. Thank you.

For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9513 or come to 135 Einstein Loop in Section 5, MondayThursday, from 10 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in the evening at 718-3794899.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue The Bible instructs us, “You shall not appear before the Lord empty-handed, but each one shall give according to the blessing that the Lord your G-d has bestowed upon you” (Deuteronomy 16:16-17) We measure a gift not by size, but rather by the capacity of the giver. In certain instances, a thousand dollars might be considered inconsequential, particularly if it is a tax write-off for a large corporation. On the other hand, a gift of $50 or $25 is a magnificent sum from someone in a low income bracket. Not that we could or should measure another’s gift, but certainly in our own conscious, we should determine

when we are giving properly.

In Jewish tradition, the solicitor as well as the contributor is considered praiseworthy. Several years ago, someone was soliciting for a well-known charity. As he was leaving he said, “Thank you for giving,” The donor replied, “Thank you for asking. You see, you made it easier for me to carry out my responsibility.”

Anyone who works, gives, or does anything to help another human being in any way fulfills the meaning of the Biblical verse. To give, is to help our fellow human beings and to honor the name of G-d.

Building 27 Association

Hello neighbors, the fall is here, be sure to dress appropriately. Do not forget to get your flu shots.

The association asks that the cooperators join us in our next bus outing. We will be going to the Ace in the Hole located in Garfield, New Jersey on Saturday, December 7, to see the “DOO WOP CHRISTMAS SHOW.” The price is $80 and includes round-trip transportation, a family style menu of ham, roast turkey with dressing, etc., 2 complimentary drinks. Flyers are posted in the bulletin boards in the A, B and C buildings. Seats are limited.

The headliner is Joe Coleman, long time lead singer of the PLATTERS, so get on board and let’s go and have a blast. The Fundraising Ccommittee is accepting cash or money orders only.

The bus will pick up at 9:00 a.m. in front of the community center at 135 Einstein Loop. Contacts for further information, please call (917) 921-7749, (646) 644-4055.

The contact for (718) 671-1905 can be reached from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

NOMINATION OF OFFICERS: Will take place Thursday, November 21, at our next meeting. All positions are open: President, Vice President, Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, and

Treasurer. The election will take place in January of 2014. NOTE: Must be a cooperator who is up-to-date on your annual dues of only $5, donated to the building association. If you are a new cooperator, we welcome you also to participate in the nomination process, however, make sure your dues are up-to-date.

GENERAL ELECTION: It is time to vote again, Tuesday, November 5. We will be voting for citywide candidates, the office of Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Borough President, City Councilmember and, in addition, six ballot proposals to amend the New York State Constitution. We received in the mail a General Election VOTER’S GUIDE. Information has been provided, please read up on it and bring your choices with you, take your time and vote, for every vote is your VOICE. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Frank Thomas of Building 27C and to those that have lost a loved one, you are in our prayers, and we pray for the speedy recovery of those who are sick or on the mend. Please continue to pray for our city, nation and world leaders and for each other and have a safe and wonderful week.

—H. Overman

Castle Hill Funeral Directors, Inc.

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

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

Note: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, November 8, is before 4:24 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, November 2, at 6:41 p.m.

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

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

Coming Events: Saturday night, November 2 – Daylight Savings Time ends and you must turn your clocks BACK one hour.

Sunday, November 3 at 1:00 p.m. – Bingo is sponsored by Sisterhood The cost is $3/person includes admis-

sion, snacks and refreshments.

Sunday, November 17 at 1:00 p.m. – Bingo is sponsored by the Shule.

The admission price of $3 includes snacks and refreshments.

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

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

Wishing a very happy anniversary to Mimi and Jerry Berlofsky, who will be celebrating this joyous occasion on November 8. Many more happy and above all healthy years.

Your help is always appreciated.

Thank you.

Shalom!

—Miriam Evelyn Berlofsky

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

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

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

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

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

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

Building 30A and B Association hopes that all the children of Building 30A and B enjoyed the Halloween giveaway in our lobbies.

The following schedule for the month of November is: On Friday, November 8th, we will have Pokeno in the Association Room. On Wednesday, the 13th of November, we will have our next general association meeting. Friday, the 22nd, we will again have our movie night. The Association Room is in the lobby on the B side. The door opens for all events at 7 p.m. with the events starting at 7:30 p.m.

The weekend after Thanksgiving, we will start to put up the holiday decorations in our lobby. Those cooperators in our building who want to participate by putting up the decorations, please come down to the next association meeting.

Those who are celebrating birthdays this week, we wish you a happy birthday with many more and those who are celebration an anniversary, a happy, happy with many more.

For those who are under the weather, a get well soon wish.

—Linda Werner

Young Israel of Co-op City

Building 30 Association

If you see something, say something! Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us

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718.239.7110

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

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

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

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Also on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish.

Crescendo Christian Music School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, flute, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages are welcome.

Registration is free and rates are affordable.

Pastors Anthony and Andrée Davis, co-founders of Harvest Restoration Ministries, Inc., extend to you a warm invitation to come and worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us.

We are a community oriented nondenominational church that preaches and teaches the Bible in an exegetical style. Our focus is to teach members of the ministry to use Biblical doctrines in a practical sense to be a blessing to both the home and the community. Pastor Davis has a particular affinity towards the empowerment the youth. His approach is to meet these young people where they are and to help trans-

form them to meet their God-given destiny.

We meet at: 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 42.

Order of Services Sunday School – 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 12 p.m.

Tues. Night Prayer Service – 7:30 p.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study – 7:30 p.m.

Thursday night Praise Team rehearsal – 7:30 p.m.

Children’s Church – Sunday at noon (during main service) Communion – Every 1st Sunday of every month —Pastor Anthony Davis

Harvest Restoration Ministries

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

Sunday School For Children: Every Sunday at 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Classes are for 3 yrs. – 12 yrs. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book.

Family Night: Friday night family night is back. Come and have an enjoyable time for the whole family.

Starts at 7:30 p.m. every Friday. Bible Study will be in Spanish or English,

whichever you prefer.

Trip to Lancaster to see Moses: We are going to Lancaster, Pa. on March 21, 2014 to see Moses at Sight & Sound Theater. We will also be going to Miller’s Smorgasbord and a Farmers Market. Cost is $150/adult, $129/teens and $108/child. If you are interested, please call Barbara at (347) 603-7473; If there is no answer, leave a message. Deposits must be in no later than November 9. Be aware the bus fills up fast so get your reservations in quickly.

—Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud

Hi, neighbors.

I thank everyone who attended our building association general meeting last Tuesday, October 22nd. Our guest speaker, Mr. Pearson, Supervisor of Grounds Dept., was very informative. Thank you, Mr. Pearson, for an excellent presentation.

Our next general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 26th. Our scheduled guest speaker is Chief Frank Apollo, Dept. of Safety. I do hope you will attend to hear what is going on in your building and your community. This is our home; “We live here;” Show concern. Get the NEWS straight from the source. All neighbors, including new move-ins and young adults, are invited. Please come and voice your concerns. Do you have any safety issues?

Movie Matinee: Our next movie is scheduled for Wednesday, November 20th.

Please join us at 3:30 p.m. in the meeting

room and enjoy the latest movie and refreshments no charge.

Newsletter: Please keep your news coming; We all enjoy reading them. Send all articles to BLDG18newsletter @aol.com.

Floor Captains: We have many floors that need captains. A meeting will be scheduled soon to recruit floor captains. Please watch bulletin board for date.

To all with birthdays this month, happy birthday. Enjoy your day to the highest, but please be careful. I give my heartfelt sympathy to all the bereaved families and to the sick and homebound, I pray that your health will be restored quickly back within normal limits.

DON’T FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR BEFORE YOU GO TO BED TONIGHT!!!

Please stay alert! If you SEE something, SAY something!

—Gertie Brown

Halloween Party Last week’s Halloween Party was a great success. We would like to thank the association’s executive board, as well as our association members for their time and donations. We would also like to congratulate Anastaja Seabrook, the winner of the costume contest who came as the little mermaid.

Our next meeting will be November 21st with special guests to be announced.

Have a great week!

President’s Note I want to thank those who came to the Halloween party and participated in making it a great success.

The children were very excited and engaged in various activities that made all the hard work worth it. It was great to even see the adults getting involved and dressing up. I want to especially thank my executive team, the association mem-

bers and my family for their work to make this possible.

I need to emphasize that the success of a building association can only happen with the support and participation of its members and the community. We previously had a movie night that unfortunately no one attended which was a little disheartening. I am glad that there is interest in the organization and what we hope to accomplish. Thank you all again.

—Ericc Diaz

Building 18 Association

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