Co-op City Times 11/16/13 by Co-op City Times

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

Vol. 48 No. 46

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Board approves exploration into the feasibility of televised Board meetings At an Open Board meeting attended by just roughly 50 shareholders Wednesday evening in Einstein Community Center, the Riverbay Board of Directors passed a resolution which could possibly open up most future Board meetings to far many more BY BILL STUTTIG

shareholders without some of those residents ever having to leave their homes. The Riverbay Board of Directors, by a wide margin, passed a resolution Wednesday evening which instructs (Continued on page 2)

Ben Topor, Vice President of Sales and Retention for Cablevision, addresses shareholders at an Open Board meeting Wednesday evening. Topor briefly explained Cablevision’s offer of a five-year bulk sale agreement with Co-op City residents which must first be approved by two-thirds of all shareholders by next month. Photo by Bill Stuttig

Cablevision bulk rate ballots delivered to Co-op City apartments

Co-op City shareholders began receiving their Cablevision Optimum Preferred bulk cable ballots yesterday and are urged to complete and return it before the deadline on December 11, 2013. Each apartment will receive one ballot which should be filled out and returned to either the lobby attendant, CSO office, Maintenance office or the Riverbay Executive Management office at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY. 10475. This offer is only for Optimum Video and does not affect Optimum Online or Optimum Voice services. Each ballot asks shareholders to check one option: OPTION 1: If you’re a current Cablevision/Optimum subscriber and would be interested in receiving the Optimum Preferred Package for only $24 a month, including taxes and fees, for the first 2 years, and a 5% annual increase in years 3-5, through the proposed bulk rate offer for Co-op City residents, check this option. The Optimum Preferred Package is valued at a monthly non—promotional rate of $74.95, and includes over 320 channels which are listed on the back of the ballot. BY ROZAAN BOONE

OPTION 2: If you are currently not an Optimum subscriber, but would be interested in receiving Cablevision’s Broadcast Basic Cable TV at NO charge, thereby receiving more channels and better picture quality than you are currently receiving on the master antenna, check this option. Cooperators who choose this option will receive one cable box and a remote, free of charge. OPTION 3: No, I am not interested in this offer. At the bottom of the ballot, shareholders are asked to print their name, sign their signature and list their building and apartment numbers to ensure that only one ballot is filled out per apartment to maintain the integrity of the survey. On the reverse side of the ballot is a listing of the Cablevision channels available in the Optimum Preferred Package being offered in the Co-op City cable bulk offer. Shareholders who have questions about the bulk agreement are urged to attend one of the three Open Management forums to get answers to their questions before filling out (Continued on page 4)

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Governor Cuomo vetoes MTA accountability bill In what many consider to be a major setback for communities like Co-op City fighting to restore some, if not all, of the transit services cut by the MTA in 2010, Governor Andrew Cuomo late last week vetoed a bill, passed earlier this year by both houses of the state legislature, which would have forced the MTA to report directly to the state legislature and the Governor about the effects of those cuts and ongoing efforts to remediate those effects. In explaining his reasoning for the unexpected veto of the bipartisan bill, the Governor wrote: “In implementing service reductions, the MTA has conducted a comprehensive, transparent analysis of the needs of the communities impacted and the resources available to meet those needs. Federal law and the MTA’s own policies require robust public participation in considering all major service reductions. For example, in March 2010, the MTA conducted nine public hearings on proposed service changes at locations in Westchester, Nassau, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, Suffern, and Riverhead. Members of the public and interested parties were invited to submit written comments on the proposed changes at those hearings, and could also comment on the service proposals at MTA committee meetings before the MTA Board vote and at the MTA Board meeting at which action was taken on BY BILL STUTTIG

the proposed changes. “In proposing service reductions, the MTA analyzes ridership trends and demands, geographical coverage, and other data as it seeks to balance the many competing needs of an integrated transportation network. Indeed, in conducting the analysis for the 2010 reductions, the last major round of service reductions, the MTA followed guidelines issued by the Federal Transit Administration to examine, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, whether the proposed service changes would have any discriminatory impacts on minority and low-income communities. Based upon this very public analysis, no discriminatory impacts related to the proposed service changes were found. The Sponsors have proffered that this bill would ‘provide a clear picture of the service cuts and eliminations’ that were implemented. But there already is a ‘clear picture’ before any service reduction or elimination takes place. Moreover, the MTA announced this past July that it would implement $18 million in service enhancements to its bus, subway, and commuter train systems as a result of its mid-year financial plan review, restoring some of the services eliminated in 2010. Thus, what this legislation purports to seek already exists; it is unnecessary.” (Continued on page 3)

Car catches on fire in Garage #7

On Wednesday night, Nov. 13, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a cooperator entering Garage 7 in her vehicle was notified by the alert attendant, Manuel Calderone, who saw smoke coming from the vehicle, that her car may be on fire. The attendant immediately told the lady to exit the vehicle, grabbed a fire extinguisher and attempted to put out the fire, while the NYC Fire Department was en route. CCPD and Maintenance also responded to the scene. Thankfully, no one was hurt and the shareholder expressed her gratitude to Mr. Calderone for his alertness and quick response.

Open Board Meetings

Management to look into and file a report on the expense of purchasing the required digital broadcast equipment and personnel required to regularly televise Board meetings, broadcasting them live into shareholders’ homes via the community’s information channels, and record them for repeat broadcasts over the days following the meeting and archive and store them on DVDs which shareholders, Board Directors and Management can then access for needed reference. The resolution, Resolution 13-92, was submitted by Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab and seconded by Board President Bill Gordon as a way to make the three Open Board meetings each year, such as Wednesday’s meeting, available to those who cannot attend the meeting for whatever reason, be it inclement weather, shut-ins or seniors unable to get out in the evening or those whose schedules do not allow them to personally attend these meetings on weekday evenings. The resolution, as presented by Abdul-Wahhab, was originally intended for the broadcast of the three Open Board meetings scheduled each year, but Director Bernard Cylich asked that the resolution be amended to include all regular Board meetings. Al Shapiro expressed concern that some regular Board meetings involved discussions which might compromise the privacy rights of shareholders who have business before the Board. It was suggested by some that when these instances occur, the broadcast and taping can be stopped so that the privacy of those shareholders with business before the Board can be protected. Director Evelyn Turner, in arguing for televising all Board meetings, said that all legislative bodies from the U.S. Congress to local city councils and town boards broadcast their meetings. “It is time we get on board and catch up with the 21st century,” she said. The Board ended up voting on two resolutions, the original resolution only calling for the broadcast and recording of Open Board meetings and the amended resolution calling for broadcast of all meetings. Both resolutions passed by a large margin clearing the way for Management to begin looking into the cost of purchase of the needed video and audio equipment and any cost associated with the operation of such equipment in order to produce broadcast quality telecasts of Board meetings to be beamed into each Co-op City home. At Wednesday’s Open Board meeting, several other resolutions were passed, including the approval of contracts to be awarded to Technical Construction Services to allow them to begin needed exterior renovations and repairs to all three shopping centers. Construction Director Tony Rasulo explained that the work will include waterproofing, sidewalk repairs, brick work, steps and various safety items, such as railings and banisters. Some of the work will require the closing off of some areas, sidewalks and entrances to the shopping centers, but those temporary closures will be made public through the Co-op City Times, the television crawler and the Riverbay website well in advance of the work commencing so shareholders can adjust their routines, if necessary. Herb Freedman of Co-op City’s managing agent, Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., said that since the project is made possible by the HUD guaranteed low-interest refinancing obtained through Wells Fargo Bank, the bank’s representatives will have oversight of the project to assure that the funding is utilized properly. The Board also passed a resolution by a vote of 13 to 1 for Riverbay to renew its contract with Verizon Business Solutions Group to continue to provide Riverbay telephone service for another three years. Riverbay’s Operations Director Kevin Keenan explained that the total contract amount will be for $465,626 and will include the elimination of 63 dial tone lines no longer needed, thus saving the community money. In addition to this, the Board also approved several new leases, including a new two-year lease for the Co-op City offices of State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto in Dreiser Center, a new 5-year lease for a Subway sandwich shop in Einstein Shopping Center, a new lease assignment for the fruit and vegetable market in the Dreiser Shopping Center, and a new lease for Dreiser Shopping Center’s Kennedy Fried Chicken with a point being made that the fast food restaurant will make deliveries to Section 5.

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013 Director Cylich delivered a lengthy report of the latest developments to come out of the Historical Committee, including the discovery of portions of a paddle wheel boat used by Freedomland operators during the early ‘60s. Cylich said that the artifacts were found in a nearby backyard and will be donated to Coop City, restored and placed on display as part of the historical display being prepared. Cylich asked the Board for permission to spend some of the committee’s additional budget on other items, including the preparation of a digital rotating photo display featuring photos from the early days of Co-op City and the purchase of books by local authors on the early history of the community. President Gordon said that the Board has already granted the committee a $5,000 budget which the committee can spend how it chooses. Cylich cited expenditures and purchases, including a $20 membership fee for the Bronx Historical Society which still brings the committee well under the allotted budget. Cylich also showed a brief marketing film from the early days of the community. In reporting on the Legislative Committee, Cylich expressed dismay over Governor Cuomo’s recent veto of the MTA accessibility bill which he and others hoped would lead to a full restoration of Co-op City’s bus service (see related story on page 1). Abdul-Wahhab, Chair of the IT (Information and Technology) Committee reported on several planned upgrades to Riverbay’s website, including direct links to all Board resolutions and a direct link to the Public Safety’s website, CCPD.com, as well as in the future, social media capabilities allowing shareholders to comment on issues on a real-time basis. The anticipated gallery session did not begin until after 9 p.m. The session began with several shareholders expressing concerns about a perceived increase in drug selling activities within the community, particularly around certain buildings. Director Shapiro, while saying the Co-op City crime rate still remains low, added that he believes that problem lies with very little service being offered to the community by the 45th Precinct in terms of a regular patrol presence. He advocated for an increased community campaign to lobby the city and perhaps the new Mayor for an increased NYPD presence in the community to relieve the burden off Co-op City’s own 100-officer Public Safety Department, which he said he believes does a great job. Herb Freedman noted that in the next month or two, Management will come to the Board with a proposal to greatly increase lighting in areas perceived as

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being dangerous after nightfall, such as underneath the porticos and in the back of the buildings. He said that much of the funding will come from state grants, but he does not have to wait until the state money is awarded to begin installing the additional lighting. Abdul-Wahhab stressed the importance of shareholders reporting activities they witness to the proper authorities, whether it is crime-related or involving other issues, such as maintenance. Michelle Marbury, among other things, brought up the idea of approaching the developers of Bay Plaza for help with improving the landscaping around Co-op City buildings suggesting that it is the least they can do since Bay Plaza owes much of its success to Co-op City and the community is bearing an increased burden with the imminent expansion of the mega-mall. Cooperator Claudia Sampson questioned the process by which the Co-op City Times chooses its letters for publication. Kevin Lambright asked if an independent outside auditor can be brought in to regularly check Riverbay’s accounting. Shapiro stated that with the recent HUD guaranteed loan which also includes oversight from New York State and New York City, Co-op City has perhaps the most stringent government financial oversight of any housing development in the nation. Stuart Edwards was the last speaker of the evening asking the Board to consider improvements to the new cooperator orientation process to increase focus on teaching new cooperators the responsibilities of being good neighbors and good shareholders. The meeting began at 7:15 p.m. with a brief presentation by Ben Topor of Cablevision, offering an overview of his company’s proposal to enter into a bulk sale agreement with Riverbay offering shareholders Optimum Premium cable television service at an approximately $50 a month discount over the standard price – or $24 per month — in exchange for a five-year commitment to Cablevision as the community’s cable television provider. Topor explained that public meetings on the proposal will be held in the three community centers on consecutive evenings, December 2, 3 and 4. The community is being asked to vote to accept or reject the proposal and if 2/3 of shareholders vote “yes,” then the bulk sale agreement will go forward. Topor remained outside the meeting throughout the evening to answer cooperator questions on the proposal. The meeting was adjourned by Board President Bill Gordon at approximately 10:15 p.m.

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Pre-Thanksgiving dinner and turkey giveaway

Faith @ Work Christian Church is holding Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner and Turkey Giveaway on Wednesday, November 20, in Room 1 of the Dreiser Center at 6:30 p.m. Turkey giveaway is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The meal is FREE and will be served until all the food is gone.

Neighborhood Law Day

Neighborhood Law Day, sponsored by the NAACP Co-op City branch, in association with the Black Bar Assn. of Bronx County and the Dominican Bar Assn., will be held on Saturday, November 23rd at the Einstein Community Center, Room 38 from 1-5 p.m. Featured topics: Wills & Estate Planning, Elder Law, Article 81 Guardianships, Family Law and Police Misconduct. Limited seating - RSVP by November 18th at NAACP Co-op City Branch, 718-320-3210. Light refreshments - All welcome.

Mammography van at Church of New Vision

The Women’s Fellowship of the Church of New Vision will be promoting ‘Breast Cancer Awareness’ on November 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. when a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van will be stationed outside the church for free mammograms. To register, please contact Sis. K. Canty at (718) 379-6116 or Sis. L. Scott at (718) 671-2623. Church of New Vision is located at 115 Einstein, Bronx, NY 10475.

Next CB#10 Meeting

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 contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Holiday food drive

The Department of Public Safety, in association with City Harvest, will be holding a holiday food drive for needy families in New York City now 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 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.

FRONT PA G E

Co-op City resident first Bronx local to finish Kidney Walk

Peter Lewis-Antwi (left), a resident of Co-op City’s Building 23 for more than 20 years, and his nephew Peter Baah (right) were the first Bronx residents to cross the finish line at the New York City Kidney Walk on Sunday, Nov. 10. Lewis-Antwi received a transplant earlier this year and was walking in honor of others on the organ donation wait list. Over 7,500 people gathered in Foley Square and walked over the Brooklyn Bridge in the 12th annual New York City Kidney Walk, which is a 5K event. More than 250 teams participated and collectively raised over $750,000 to fund the National Kidney Foundation’s awareness, prevention and treatment programs. Mr. Lewis-Antwi, who was on dialysis for 6 years before getting his kidney

transplant, was joined by his wife, daughter, niece, nephew and two friends in the annual walk. “It was great,” said Mr. Lewis-Antwi. “As a Co-op City resident, I had the benefit of the greenway at my disposal and after my kidney transplant, I would walk around the park one to three times so this motivated me to do the Kidney Walk.” Mr. Lewis-Antwi said that he encourages anyone with kidney disease to look into the possibility of a transplant as soon after their diagnosis as possible. Referring to the sign he’s holding in the photo above which states, “Third time’s a charm!” Mr. Lewis-Antwi said this was his third

kidney transplant. “I feel great,” he noted. To learn more or to support the cause, you may visit www.kidneywalk.org.

State Assemblyman James Brennan of Brooklyn, the prime sponsor of the bill in the Assembly said he was extremely disappointed by the veto and he called the Governor’s reasoning “not rational.” Brenan said that he plans to reintroduce the bill at the next State Assembly sessions in January. He thanked the Co-op City community for the support of the bill, which included residents who sent hundreds of letters to the Governor’s office urging him to support the bill. Brenan asked that the Co-op City community still fight hard in their efforts to restore their lost services and asked that they also support another bi-partisan bill now before the Governor called the “MTA lock-box bill,” which would require that money set aside for service enhancements and restorations be used for their stated purpose and not be diverted to other projects and expenses. By yesterday, word came that the Governor had vetoed the “MTA lock box” bill as well. The Governor’s veto of the accountability bill is a particularly harsh setback for Co-op City. Many in the community had hoped that the bill would force the MTA to either justify the cuts to the Governor and other elected representatives – after more than three years of virtually no response to inquiries and protests – or restore the service if no practical justification for the continuation of the cuts could be provided. Riverbay Ombudsman Joe Boiko, who, along with Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous worked closely with the Transport Workers Union over the past year in organizing letter writing campaigns, public and private meetings and rallies to protest the cuts, said this week: “I am disappointed in the Governor vetoing this bill which would have kept him and our legislative body informed and updated on a continuing basis. It is my hope that the bill will be re-written in a manner which would be acceptable to the Governor whereby he and our legislators are kept abreast as to what the MTA is doing regarding the restoration of much needed transportation service cuts which have adversely affected our residents and those with disabilities. Though this bill did not pass, we still have the assurances

of the MTA that they are doing a study of the cuts in bus service we faced in 2010, and that they would have the report completed by the end of this year. Monies are available as the MTA received additional monies in the state budget to restore some services previously cut, and there also was excess revenue in the amount of eighteen million dollars from MetroCard sales. We must keep up the fight to restore the services due us. We must keep the pressure on our elected officials to work for us; we are the ones who elected them into office and if they can’t do what’s right and in our best interests, then we need to use our voting power and vote them out of office. It is my belief that united, we will never be defeated.” Transport Workers Union President John Samuelsen said of the Governor’s veto of the two bi-partisan bills: “Hundreds of community and civic organizations, labor unions, transit advocacy groups, and the State Legislature overwhelmingly want more transparency from the MTA. The Governor’s vetoes on the lockbox bill (S3837/A5084) and the service restoration bill (S5025/A6249) reneges on the promise to New Yorkers that the transit-dedicated taxes they pay will in fact support vital public transportation needs, especially for underserved communities, such as Co-op City. Riders have suffered enough from all the fare increases and service cuts in the past few years. At minimum, they deserve greater accountability from the public authorities that are supposed to serve their needs first and foremost. ”Board Director Bernard Cylich, who helped lead letter writing campaigns and petition drives protesting the service cuts in Co-op City, said after the news broke earlier this week, “Governor Cuomo’s veto of a crucial transit bill adopted by both State houses, that would have helped to restore transit service cuts was an affront to the millions of riders in our city. In disregarding the just demands made by thousands of New Yorkers - 8,000 Co-op City cooperators - with petitions and letters, I am certain New York riders will remember his unforgivable action come Election Day next year when he seeks their votes to be re-elected. Until then, grassroots lobbying should be organized to

demand he reconsiders his irrational action.” The exact language of the vetoed bill called the MTA to file reports to the Governor and both houses of the state legislature of the following: “The number and geographic breakout of all customers impacted by 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.” Co-op City State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto expressed his disappointment by saying he believed the Governor was influenced by the powerful MTA lobby who expressed misgivings about being overburdened with additional paperwork should the bill be passed into law. Another political insider, who asked not to be identified, expressed the belief that the veto has more to do with the Governor being unwilling to give-up to the state legislature some of his total and direct MTA oversight powers. On a similar front, MTA Chairman and CEO Thomas Prendergast promised Community Board 10 in late July that a full study of Co-op City’s transportation needs would be conducted immediately to ascertain the area’s needs in light of the bus service cuts and especially in light of the opening of the Mall at Bay Plaza in 2014, a development which will double the size of the already existing huge mall adjacent to Co-op City. Inquires to the MTA press office regarding a status report on this mandated study which is due by the end of the year were not returned. Ken Kearns, District Manager of Community Board 10, also said the he has not heard any recent update on the ongoing transportation study despite his requests.

Governor’s Veto

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Cablevision

their ballots. The Management forums, which will be attended by representatives of Cablevision who will explain the program/offerings to residents, have been scheduled for Monday, December 2 at 7 p.m. in Auditorium C of the Dreiser Community Center, followed by a second forum on Tuesday, December 3 also at 7 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center and finally on Wednesday, December 4, at 7 p.m. in Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center. Last week, the Co-op City Times reported that Management sought and received approval from the Board of Directors to pursue a bulk sale agreement for cable services with Cablevision that would significantly lower the cost of this service to shareholders. “Since this offer from Cablevision represents a significant savings in the monthly cable television costs of more than 13,000 Co-op City families, and upgraded cable service for those who are not cable subscribers, it is our view that Riverbay is obligated to present Cablevision’s offer to the shareholders in a comprehensive manner and then let them decide as a community whether to accept it or not,” said Herbert Freedman, principal of Co-op City’s managing agent, Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. “The responses will be tallied and if it is overwhelmingly positive, we will bring a resolution to the Board; If negative or low response, we simply stop. As I’ve said before, there is nothing about entering this agreement which is important for the Riverbay Corporation or for your Management. The benefit is solely for individual cooperators who will save significantly on their monthly cable bill.” “Management and the Board have decided to give the cooperators the opportunity to decide the future of cable television in Co-op City,” said Bill Gordon, Riverbay Board President. “Cablevision has offered a bulk sale agreement to the cooperators of Co-op City and the Board has given Cablevision the opportunity to explain the process in three upcoming townhouse meetings. A survey will be conducted and depending on the response of the community, the Board will decide whether to accept the agreement. I am urging all cooperators to attend one of the townhouse meetings and to cast your vote in the referendum. The bulk sale agreement will affect every cooperator.” Cablevision, Co-op City’s primary cable provider, began discussing the possibility of a 5- year bulk sale agreement with Management several months ago whereby the housing company would pay one check for television service to all apartments in Co-op City, and then that cost would be passed on to shareholders

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013 at significant savings compared to what they are currently paying. “As one of the first cable and communications companies to invest in Co-op City and a supportive partner since 1999, Cablevision is pleased at the prospect of continuing to provide residents with Optimum Video at these extremely competitive new rates,” said Ben Topor, Vice President of Sales and Retention for Cablevision. “Co-op City is an incredibly vibrant and important development and, as a local business with a strong presence in the Bronx, we believe that this partnership demonstrates our continued interest in exploring new opportunities to enhance customer value.” A sponsor of many Co-op City community events and a major sponsor of the annual Co-op City Fair, Cablevision previously installed free Optimum WiFi for Optimum Online subscribers in select Co-op City common areas. Among the added benefits of the current Cablevision offer is an annual jobs fair in Co-op City for work at Cablevision, a fourth community channel and a Cablevision presence in the development during the roll out of the program. “Cablevision is committed to continuing its investment in the Co-op City community through the many complimentary amenities it offers to residents,” said Topor. “In addition to the three active in-house channels that Cablevision currently provides, including the popular live camera feed to onsite laundry rooms and a channel dedicated to community announcements, the proposed agreement will allow for the installation of a fourth in-house channel. These channels can be viewed by residents both in their units and via the free Optimum Video service that Cablevision recently installed in all Co-op City laundry rooms.” Management reported last week that after receiving the bulk offer from Cablevision, they reached out to Verizon and while that company did submit a bulk rate offer as well, given the timing and the legal ramifications of the current agreement in place with Cablevision, both Management and the Board determined that Cablevision would be the better choice at this juncture, although Verizon has been invited to wire Co-op City buildings and come into the development at their convenience in order to provide an alternative to residents. Jeffrey Buss, Riverbay’s General Counsel, has reported to the Board that the Riverbay-Cablevision agreement is consistent with federal law governing this area and complies with Orders issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2010

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and 2007, and with the decision of the Federal Appellate Court which upheld the 2007 FCC Order. After last week’s Board discussion on the bulk sale agreement, the Board agreed that at least 2/3 of the development’s shareholders must respond and be in agreement with the bulk sale agreement between Riverbay and Cablevision for the project to proceed. In addition to the Board of Directors, Management has also discussed the matter of the bulk sale agreement with HCR and received approval to poll the community with the understanding that if this is something that cooperators want, then HCR would work with Management to approach the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which would also have to approve a bulk sale agreement for cable services since that agency has rules limiting such agreements, although it is believed that these are meant to protect tenants in rentals—not necessarily cooperatives. Additionally, if both agencies approve the Riverbay-Cablevision bulk sale agreement, HCR, the state supervisory agency, would have to issue the necessary surcharge order. “We believe it is very important for cooperators to understand that they will only be surcharged if they decide to take the Optimum Preferred Package for $24 a month as is being offered by Cablevision through this Co-op City promotion,” said Vernon Cooper, Riverbay’s General Manager. “If you decide not to accept the offer, you will not have to pay for this service. It is also important for current Cablevision/Optimum subscribers to understand that they can upgrade their service through this offer, but they cannot downgrade. “On the other hand, those cooperators who are on the master antenna will receive Broadcast Basic Cable through this offer, free of charge, which will result in a better quality picture and more channels for their viewing pleasure.” “I recommend shareholders attend one of the three forums where they can ask their questions and have Cablevision address any of their concerns. Since this offer is being made by Cablevision, their representatives will be the best source of information.”

Electrical Substation Maintenance Work to affect Buildings 9-14, 23-25, Debs and Cooper Place Townhouses

Our contract with Con Ed requires the scheduled maintenance of the electrical substations, feeders and breakers serving our buildings, garages and shopping centers. Riverbay’s Power Plant and contract workers will be performing work on the emergency breakers that serve the elevators and public halls of your building. The work will be performed in two stages. Please be advised that power interruptions related to this work will not affect cooperators’ apartments, only the elevators and public hall lights which is why both stages are being performed during the late night and early morning hours. Interruptions to your apartment’s electrical service will be minimal (1-2 seconds), if any. Stage 1 work for your building will be performed: Monday night into Tuesday morning, November 18 - 19, beginning at 11:30 p.m. During this stage, the emergency breakers for your buildings will be removed for re-calibration and repair work, and spare breakers will be installed. The buildings’ elevators will experience a temporary loss of power for approximately 20 minutes, while the breakers are switched and will have to be taken out of service during that time. Public Halls may also lose power during that time. The re-calibration and repair work will take approximately two days. Stage 2 work for your building will be performed on: Thursday night into Friday morning, November 21 - 22, beginning at 11:30 p.m. During this stage, the recalibrated emergency breakers for your building will be reinstalled. As in Stage 1, the Building’s elevators will experience a temporary loss of power for approximately 20 minutes and will to be taken out of service for a short while. Public Halls may also lose power. We understand that the temporary losses of public space power and elevator service are an inconvenience, but it is necessary to ensure that our electrical equipment continues to operate at peak efficiency.

Management Report

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

Cooperative living requires consideration for fellow shareholders Periodically, we believe there is a need to mention several housekeeping items as a reminder to residents of the housing company’s policies and procedures. Living in the world’s largest cooperative means that we all must always be considerate of our neighbors and try to improve the quality of life for all Co-op City residents on a daily basis. Loitering and illegal behavior We are asking cooperators to report when you hear or see people hanging out in the stairway of your building. Oftentimes, the individuals who are conducting themselves in this manner are also responsible for leaving garbage and debris on the stairs, including food wrappings, cigarette butts and tobacco residue. These individuals may also be responsible for conducting illegal activity as well and should be reported immediately. It is important to add that we do not want cooperators to confront anyone for violating the housing company’s policies and procedures or even worse, breaking any laws. We would prefer that you contact Public Safety immediately and if there is a concern about there being some type of repercussion for filing said report, you can always remain anonymous, but what is most important is that you call because this type of behavior gone unchecked may lead

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to more threatening behavior down the road. Items thrown from windows Although we are talking about a relatively small percentage of the residents in the community, for us, because of our size, a small percent may still represent a lot of people.

That being said, in too many instances, there are individuals responsible for either letting items fall from windows or terraces or in some cases, throwing items from windows and terraces, which is a lease violation that will result in the housing company initiating legal action against the responsible cooperators for undesirable behavior. This is an issue that greatly impacts the quality of life of the residents who live in this wonderful development and it should not and cannot be tolerated. Not only is this situation

unsightly, it is also dangerous, as some items that have come from windows can seriously injure someone if not kill them, depending upon what floor the apartment is on and how high up from the ground it is. It is often difficult for Management to determine who the responsible parties are, however, undoubtedly there are other residents who may either know or have a good idea as to who is responsible for this kind of activity. (Continued on page 8)

Management responds to City News article – 11/7/2013 – Voodoo Economics You do not need to be an economist to figure out that Riverbay’s Cogeneration facility has saved a lot of money by reducing energy costs. Riverbay’s energy costs consist of fuel (natural gas and oil), and payments to Con Edison. For the year ended March 31, 2009, the last full fiscal year before the cogen facility went online, Riverbay paid $48.2 million for energy (as detailed in table). Also shown below is the energy costs for the past two fiscal years, $26.7 million for the fiscal year ended 3/31/2012 and $25.2 million for fiscal year ended 3/31/2013. A quick look at the above numbers shows that energy costs have dropped about $22 million per year as compared to the year before cogen went online. And all these numbers are straight from

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Riverbay Corporation’s audited financial statements, as audited by an outside Public CPA firm. Additionally, Riverbay has revenue from sales of excess electricity to Con Edison, which for the last two fiscal years was $1 million. Regarding Con Edison, Riverbay is still connected to Con Edison and still buys some electricity from Con Edison. Riverbay has reduced its payments to Con Edison significantly as shown in the

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor: Mr. Cylich’s remarks that until enactment of the National Fair Housing Act of 1968 there existed widespread housing discrimination including Parkchester – which he claims would not rent to Blacks, Latinos & Jews – is erroneous. I grew up in the 1950’s and 60’s just outside of Parkchester and attended public schools just on its outskirts and had Jewish and non-Jewish schoolmates and personal friends who lived at Parkchester that I visited. Cylich also stated that there were few minorities, including 2 Civil Rights leaders who had apartments in UHF-sponsored Penn South in Manhattan and then hypothesizes, “Would they have tolerated discriminatory practices in their co-op?” He

From my recollection

later adds that UHF leaders while they were supporting civil rights gains of the time were also struggling to overcome bigoted thinking still so entrenched in American society and the phenomenon of white flight. Yet here in Co-op City, he writes that late in 1976, Horace W. Morris of the Urban League’s Open Housing Center withdrew charges of discriminatory practices although the center itself had not done so and that Mr. Morris replied to a news reporter: “I’m not saying discrimination doesn’t exist or it does.” This after Charlie Rosen had approached the Urban League with his proposed racial stabilization program of that time, 70% White/30% Black, although, according to Mr. Cylich 9 out of 10 applicants after our rent strike ended were minorities.

As Mr. Rosen himself mentioned in his prior week’s letter, what developed was because Section 5 was built last, that was where most minorities moving into Co-op City first settled, and over the years through today, Co-op City’s demographics has changed so that it is now almost entirely minority. My parents were among the early families in Co-op City moving here in 1971. We had Black neighbors and my parents’ co-workers we socialized with. Many of them said they moved to Co-op City and other UHF developments not just for the amenities offered, but also because the communities were integrated and they wanted to get away from their former dirty, high crime neighborhoods.” —Stuart Basem

Substituting ideology for facts

To the Editor: Bernie Cylich substitutes ideology for facts. In response to Charlie Rosen’s assertions that UHF developments were built primarily for whites, Cylich wrote that Bayard Rustin and Norm Hill, African-American civil rights leaders, lived in Penn South!! How does that prove UHF wasn’t racist? UHF’s East River, Seward Park, Hillman and Amalgamated co-ops staged successful anti-discrimination lawsuits; a federal suit forced UHF to sell to families of color at Warbasse. Cylich confirmed Rosen’s allegations that in Co-op City, until the Urban League protested, mainly white families were recruited. UHF was forced to set aside 10% of housing for people of color. Those sad facts prove UHF discrimination, regardless of where Bayard Rustin lived.

By Cylich’s weird logic he thinks if he can prove Rosen was guilty of housing discrimination, then UHF is exonerated. Facts prove UHF discriminated. The 1976 Urban League’s Open Housing Center charges were denounced as “wild charges.” Rosen demanded and received both a retraction and an official apology! In the Dec. 10, 1976 New York Times article, “Charge of Bias Made Against Co-op City is Withdrawn,” which Cylich edited in his viewpoint, the Urban League Executive Director stated the charges were “unsubstantiated. Those members of the Open Housing Center responsible for the unsubstantiated allegations against Co-op City have been reprimanded. … Mr. Morris also apologized for their actions.” Some months later, the Open Housing Center was dismissed from

the Urban League. Cylich ends his diatribe with the injunction that our Co-op City home is a UHF legacy. No, we live here because the people of Co-op City organized and fought to overthrow the UHF and take control of Riverbay. Those strike leaders won us the right to not pay twice for UHF construction failures. Riverbay Board’s majority has continued to support the programs developed by Herb Freedman and Marion Scott – we have a real electric plant saving us money and generating cash and a guaranteed low rate, long term mortgage to ensure affordable housing. These achievements are despite the UHF and, I might add, Mr. Cylich. Maybe the Board should reconsider who they appoint their official historian. —L. Rosen

No competitive cable service in Co-op City

To the Editor: They say there will be savings on our cable services with the agreement being put into place, I beg to differ. Since there is no competitive cable services in Co-op City and even though we don’t know whether Management has made a hard push to get other services, such as Verizon, to come here for competitive services, this will continue to be a monopoly of cable services. I don’t know why we can’t get competitive services here. I continue to hear different versions: waiting for contract to expire, too expensive, and other such reasoning.

I myself can’t stand Cablevision. It is my opinion that their service is lousy, for example, years ago, I would see their commercials saying that they are the fastest in internet speed. Then, why do we have to pay for boost service at $4.95 to increase it. On Wednesday and Thursday night, my service box rebooted, interrupting my service. I have two new computers and their service is still slow. You cannot negotiate with them because they know if you live here, there is no competitive services, so they will tell you either downgrade or cut your services. My bill went up 20% and

yet someone I know has the gold package with all the perks and is paying 20% less, why? Because he has competitive services. I would like to see Management push real hard for choice of service here and put to the side all of the rumors. I will be more than happy to attend a meeting with someone from Verizon, so I could actually see them say: “No thanks!” Then I would be convinced Management has nothing to do with Verizon not wanting to be here. If I could put a dish out my window, I would of already. —David Sanquiche

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Public Safety Report

CCPD offers holiday robbery prevention tips BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO It seems like we have barely taken down our Halloween decorations and Christmas discounts are well in gear. As shoppers are anxious to get their holiday shopping underway, criminals are out trying to shop for their next victim. These criminals take advantage of frenzied shoppers in a distracted state. By following these tips, you can avoid being a victim or minimize injury if you become a victim. Pickpocketing is a crime that tends to increase during the holiday season. The pickpocket is a criminal that would like to have his crime go undetected. Pickpockets often practice their skills and take pride in their ability to remove your property unnoticed. Some of these skills may be practiced in prisons or with other pickpockets. Fortunately, the pickpocket is not a violent criminal. Pickpockets may work alone or can work in groups of two or more. One may serve as a lookout, while another serves as a decoy and a third grabs your property. While shopping in crowded stores, be alert to any person that jostles into you or enters your personal space comfort zone. Pickpocket teams can often include one or more women. Never let your guard down. Be alert to any persons loitering near banks or cash machines or who follow you from a bank or cash machine. Avoid using cash machines at night. If you must use a cash machine at night, choose a well lit location which you are familiar with. Also, use caution when using a drive up cash machine, be sure your car doors are locked. Consider doing banking errands with a friend or family member. Try to avoid days such as the first or the fifteenth of the month when many people receive checks. Always walk confidently and with a purpose. Wearing practical shoes or sneakers is a good idea when shopping or running errands which include banking or carrying of cash. Proper footwear makes it easier to speed up at the first sign of danger. My children think this is funny, but practical footwear is a benefit in almost any circumstance. Speaking on a cell phone, text messaging or wearing headphones with the volume turned up high also puts you at a disadvantage to criminals. Electronic devices, especially those with headphones, make it difficult for you to stay in touch with your surroundings. Criminals notice that you are an easy target when they are shopping for a victim. Take the headphones off and enjoy the holiday sounds. Avoid placing packages in your vehicle if possible. If you must place packages in your vehicle, place them in your trunk or covered if your trunk is unavailable. If feasible, move your vehicle to another spot after placing packages in the trunk. Always choose a well lit, busy area to park your vehicle. Anything that looks like an item of value may tempt a criminal to break into your car. Avoid leaving anything which looks valuable in open view in your vehicle. Before you enter your vehicle, be sure no one is in or under your vehicle. Also be wary of anyone lurking around your building or the garage as you prepare to enter. If someone suspicious is observed, do not enter, call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Do not permit strangers to enter your building behind you. Not holding the door may seem rude, but can keep a robber from entering your building. To minimize the impact of all crimes involving theft of property from your person, keep your keys, money, identification and cell phone in your front pocket, separate from your non-valuables. Also consider an insidethe-clothing travel-type wallet for your personal items and valuables. A pocket with a zipper, button or Velcro is ideal for this purpose. If carrying valuables and personal documents in your purse, place them inside of a plastic or metal container, such as a mint case, which does not look

like a wallet. Keep less important items with a token amount of cash in the main compartment of your purse. This way, the criminal will think he scored big. Remember, property can always be replaced; your safety is the most important thing. If someone does try to rob you despite your precautions, do not resist, especially if the person is armed with a weapon of any type. Try to remember as many details of the crime, as well as a description of the perpetrator. Notify police immediately if you have been the victim of a crime. For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council at 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor, Washington, DC 20036; (202) 466-6267 or on their website, www.ncpc.org School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red

lights flashing. This means children are loading or 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. Be especially aware of the new bicycle lanes in and around Co-op City. If riding on the bicycle lanes, follow the traffic pattern. If consuming alcoholic beverages is part of your preThanksgiving festivities, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink. Call a taxi, if necessary. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. The consequences of drunk driving are extremely (Continued on page 17)

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Exterminator Technician.......General Management Spray or release chemical solution or toxic gases and set traps to kill and control pest, animals, and vermin such as mice, roaches, termites, bedbugs, ants, flies, wasp etc. that infest buildings and surrounding areas. Duties include: Spray or dust chemical solution, powders or gasses into rooms, furnishings or wood and over turf grass. Set mechanical traps and place poisonous paste or bait in buildings, apartments, burrows and ditches. Inspect apartments and buildings to identify source of infestation. Identify and seal holes around pipes or walls where bugs or rodents may be able to access apartments. Assist other workers in treatment and extermination process to eliminate and control rodents, insects and geese. Clean and remove droppings from infested area to facilitate spraying procedure using broom, shovel, rake, etc. Post warning signs. Record work activities performed. Clean work tools and equipment. Attend meetings and training and development sessions. Applicant must possess a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in exterminator application. Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication with the ability to read and write English, and good interpersonal skills. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders as well as lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Days and hours may vary. Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process as well as pre-employment screening (urinalysis, criminal background check, verification of previous employment). Open to all Local 153 OPIEU members: November 6, 2013 – November 14, 2013 Open to all applicants: November 14, 2013 – November 22, 2013 Originally posted: November 6, 2013 Job Reference # 13-48

Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Employee Services Department by November 15, 2013. Employees who are promoted will receive the current union scale for respective union positions, or applicable rate increase for non-union positions.

Customer Service Representative................. ............................................................Parking Facilities Ideal candidate will be responsible for heavy call volume, customer/cooperator contact and accurate data entry. Applicant will work via telephone, email and in person with lease holders, customers, field supervisors, departments, vendors and managers alike. Individual will be responsible for various clerical duties (i.e. filing, taking messages). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, issuance of garage visitor/employee passes, processing of payments and updating of cooperator information for current and former lease holders. Candidate will process various monthly reports and maintain accurate departmental log books. Applicant will need to process work orders for garage maintenance and/or supplies. Candidate will also be responsible for processing departmental car vouchers, gas receipts and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employee will be required to work some evenings and/or flex schedule as necessary. Applicant must possess effective written/oral communication in English, and good interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook) is required and knowledge of Yardi is a plus. 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. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a plus. Days of operation: Monday to Friday with some flex hours to cover extended hours. Selected candidate must successfully complete interview/selection process, as well as pre-employment screening (driver license review, urinalysis, criminal background check and verification of previous employment)

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We are encouraging people to please come forward with whatever information you might have that will help us to identify these individuals. Not only will we issue the responsible household community complaints, we will initiate immediate holdover proceedings against said parties, simultaneously, as we want to make every effort to evict people who conduct themselves in this

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manner. As always, we thank you for your cooperation in these matters. Mattress Disposal The City of New York requires all discarded mattresses and box springs to be fully covered in a sealed plastic bag for disposal and collection. This rule is to help prevent an increase in bed bug activity. Under the rule, failure to place a mat-

tress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 fine imposed by the city. Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related fines and legal fees. Covered items should be brought to the basement or placed on the dumpster pads for proper trash removal. Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at depart-

ment stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online. Additionally, if any shareholder suspects that they may have a bed bug infestation, they are urged to contact their CSO immediately so that Riverbay can make arrangements to have the apartment inspected, and if there is an infestation, to treat the problem expeditiously.

First Reading - Boad of Directors Meeting, November 13, 2013 • #13-100 -Window Replacements at Community Centers - Tindel • #13-101 - Lease for Assemblyman Michael Benedetto • #13-102 - Emergency Plumbing Repairs as Needed - Girardi Plumbing • #13-103 - Architectural Services as Needed - Robert J. Stahl, Architect P.C

Second Reading - Resolution #13-90 SUBMITTED BY: Leah Graham SECONDED BY: Leslie Peterson

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: November 13th, 2013

WHEREAS, the Contracts Department sent out forty-eight 48) requests for proposals for Bids #2861, 2862 & 2863, Exterior Renovation for Shopping Centers; and WHEREAS, we received four (4) proposals which

were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager and M. Int’l Engineering, PLLC recommends Technical Construction Services as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendations attached). NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contracts 2861, 2862 & 2863 with Technical Construction Services for a total cost of $3,680,557.95 be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended

Second Reading - Resolution #13-92 SUBMITTED BY: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: November 13th, 2013

WHEREAS, the purchase price for equipment with ability to record, broadcast, share, and archive high quality audio and video has reached a level where individuals can readily buy such devices (laptops, cameras, tablets, cell phones, etc.) for personal use; and WHEREAS, by Board resolution, at least three Open Board meetings are mandated to be held during the course of each year. The intent of these meetings is to 1.) Inform shareholders about issues such as Board policy, on-going important corporation business, and future planning for the residency and 2.) Address concerns, ideas and suggestions from shareholders during a “gallery” session; and WHEREAS, digitally recorded Open Board meetings can be rebroadcast over the community’s “Information Channel” to shareholders’ apartments supplying alternative opportunities for shareholders to view and listen to those proceedings during inclement weather, as well as offering better opportunities for seniors, shut-ins, and/or shareholders whose schedules prevent them from attending Open Board meetings in person to view these events. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That management investigate and prepare a report including initial expense, time to install, and the anticipated annual maintenance budget for the installation and use of appropriate video and audio equipment to capture and record Open Board meetings in the Bartow, Dreiser, and Einstein Community Center

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meeting rooms; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the General Manager shall submit management’s report findings to the Board within thirty (30) days subsequent to the passing of this resolution. YES: Cylich, Gordon, Graham, F. Jones, O. Jones,

by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Atkins, Gordon, Graham, F. Jones, O. Jones, Owens, Peterson, Shapiro, Turner, AbdulWahhab NO: Cylich, Johnson, Leslie ABSTAIN: Illis ABSENT: Bailey PASSED

Leslie, Owens, Peterson, Shapiro, Turner, Abdul-Wahhab NO: Atkins, Johnson ABSTAIN: Illis ABSENT: Bailey PASSED (More Resolutions continued on p14)

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10 The Board of Directors recently received some new development proposals. One of the proposals was for a new medical center and the other proposal was for a new housing development. Bulk Sale Agreement for Cable Service I would like for you to please think about a few things in regards to the bulk sale agreement for cable television service here. Riverbay will pay a certain amount for cable television service every month for every single apartment here, in a bulk sale agreement. Thereafter, cable subscribers here will have to pay Riverbay, instead of Cablevision, for cable television service. Now, everyone's bill for cable television service will be reduced. Why? The reason is that Riverbay is paying one large monthly price for service for everyone. However, what happens when someone doesn't want to pay their bill? Moreover, who is going to resolve possible billing disputes and charges for service outages? Will anyone get to review what Riverbay bills to the subscribers? What happens when someone says they want to drop Cablevision? Bottom line: Please remember that this is a 5-year agreement. So, if subscribers stop paying their bills, then everyone here can be assured of another increase. Therefore, please think about these things before you vote on this matter.

New Community Developments Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

TV Sound Problems in Building 23 I received the following complaint recently. "For almost two years now, residents in Building 23 who do not have cable keep losing the sound on channel 13. We lose the sound every 2-3 months and almost always on the weekends. What is causing this to happen so often?" Please know that I sent this issue to our Management company for immediate action. So, I'm hoping that this issue has been fixed by the time that you read this article. Nevertheless again, I don't want anyone to deal with any type of cooperator issue for an extended period of time. So, please call our CSO Department at 718320-3300 if something develops and file an immediate complaint. Thereafter, naturally, I'll always be here for everyone if there are still unaddressed issues. STAR Credit As mentioned before, there were only 8,714 apartments that received the STAR credit on their April 2013 statement. The cooperators that were approved

for the Basic STAR program received a $99.28 credit from Riverbay. The cooperators that were 65 or older, and were approved for the Enhanced STAR program, received a $206.04 credit from Riverbay. "I applied to this program last year. So, do I have to apply again?" The answer is yes. Therefore, you have to get your application in by December 31, 2013. Now, according to the NYS website, "The New York State School Tax Relief Program (STAR) provides homeowners with partial exemptions from school property taxes. If you earn less than $500,000 and own and live in your home, you are probably eligible for the STAR exemption." So, please ask yourself this simple question: "Is my household income less than $500,000?" If yes, then, please apply or re-apply for this program. And, again, you can finish the entire application within a matter of minutes. Also, please reach out to your neighbors and show them this article, if they need assistance. Thereafter, please ask

them if they've applied for this program. If they have not applied, then please help them to apply to this very easy program. They will be grateful and you'll feel good knowing that you did an act of kindness to your neighbor. Okay, you can call 3-1-1 for more information or go to this NYC website: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dof/html/property/star.shtml. Thank you. Close As you can see, there are so many things that we can do to make Co-op City better. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address). Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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Working Together For The Good Of Cooperators Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

There is beauty and strength here in Co-op City and Directors have been aggressively engaged on cooperators’ behalf. During the past weeks, the following discussions have been ongoing with Directors Leah Graham, Francine Reva Jones, Bernie Cylich, Daryl Johnson, Andrea Leslie and others: TRANSFER POLICY Collectively, we are attempting to weigh the pros and cons of a new policy that would allow cooperators to downsize to smaller units. Many seniors especially are “stuck” in larger units and without the funds to transfer. This is a complex issue due to certain city and state guidelines. However, it is my position that no rules or laws are etched in stone and can be adjusted or revised. That said, please be patient with us as we are debating this issue on all levels, top to bottom. DOG POLICY Kudos to the brilliant, hard working Director Leah Graham, who is setting up a committee to address the corporation’s Dog Policy. Collectively, we will be getting answers to the number of “legal dogs” we have while continuing to maintain the privacy of those shareholders who have disabilities. Also, most recently this Director was informed that a cooperator has “two dogs.” We also need to explore if services, other than dogs, are in place for those who require dogs based on a mental health or medical diagnosis. We will be informing you as we conduct the research with the assistance of our Management team.

Evelyn Turner

Director’s Viewpoint

24/7 LOBBY ATTENDENTS This Director is in total support of exploring the feasibility of having Lobby Attendants on a full-time basis. Additionally, we will be exploring why individuals coming into our buildings cannot sign in indicating where they are going. Of course, the issue will be about cost! However, my contention is that it may save the careers of young people who are getting arrested for loitering in the staircases. Therefore, I will be bringing this idea to the Security Committee for further exploration. As suggested by a cooperator, I will visit another nearby cooperative who has such a service in place. We don’t have to reinvent the wheel. NEW BAY PLAZA MALL Cooperators have expressed a legitimate concern about the traffic situation when the new mall is opened. To learn more about this project, go to the following website: http://www.ny times.com/2012/06/13/realestate/commercial/new-york-developers-to-buildsuburban-style-mall-in-thebronx.html?_r=0 If you are without a computer, please contact me and I will share the article

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with you for follow-up. I would also suggest that cooperators please attend our Community Board Meeting and voice your concern and collectively work with others concerned about how traffic will be handled. Now is the time to be proactive! UPGRADE OF SECTIONAL MALLS We have received several offers for someone to come in and upgrade malls in each section. This is a Board issue that will be addressed in the coming months. We will keep you posted. YOUTH SERVICES This Director is in agreement that we should attempt to bring in the YMCA as the Board majority voted down my resolution to use the former Bingo Hall for our youth, their families and community organizations. Most recently, I had a conversation with a young lady about how a former cooperator used and abused what could have been a great service by now for our youth and seniors. Since that time, we have managed to get one (1) Teen Center in Section 5 only. This Director will explore the possibility of some space for another Teen Center in Dreiser Loop. A space Management has recommended will be located in Bartow. Reportedly, we still have “sectional teen rivalry” and should be able to offer something for each section. The correctional institutions appear ahead of us as they are spending millions of our tax dollars to remove this population from the community. They appear to have cell blocks waiting for this population in particular. Statistics are

impressive. What is OUR problem? HOLIDAY GIVING Thanking you in advance for your participation in the different organizations that are collecting unwrapped toys for the “less fortunate” in our borough. Please check with our local precinct if you don’t have a church or organization that is collecting. Don’t forget the Bronx’s homeless family shelters. EVALUATION OF MANAGEMENT Some Board Members have not turned in their form as many questions remain unanswered. However, Management has provided a detailed self evaluation to the questions the Board members are rating. Their contract has ended and a decision will be made in the near future whether to renew their contract for another year. Best regards to our Veterans and pray for our young men and women of color who are reportedly still experiencing “racism” in a different form than my relative received during World War 11. Also, thank you for attending the “Open Board Meeting” and voicing your concerns. We do listen. “People are often unreasonable, illogical and self centered; Forgive them anyway.” If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway.” —Mother Teresa’s Anyway Poem You may contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner, 718-320-8088 or 917-324-1033; email: evelyntinez@aol.com

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Rising Crime Concerns Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

At the recent Community Board 10 meeting, many cooperators and Board Directors spoke out about their concerns, many of which dealt with the rising rate of crime in our community. Among the issues raised were “buy and bust” operations; Peace Officer status; gang violence; more officers to cover Co-op City; a 45th Precinct substation; people openly dealing drugs; and more cameras for our community. Community Boards represent you and a hope for a better community. Community Board #10 serves the communities of City Island, Co-op City, Country Club, Eastchester Bay, Edgewater Park, Ferry Point, Locust Point, Pelham Bay, Schuylerville, Silver Beach, Spencer Estates, Throggs Neck, Westchester Square and Zerega. Community Board #10 has seven standing committees focusing on economic development, health and human services, housing and zoning, municipal services, parks and recreation, planning and budget, and youth services. It was Community Board 10 President Robert Bieder and Captain James R. McGeown who responded to questions and concerns from those in attendance. New York State Senator Ruth HassellThompson gave her comments, stating that it is becoming clear that the level of drug crime is significantly lower than in other communities, but we now see that something needs to be done before things get out of hand. There still needs to be a lot more conversation with regard to Peace Officers and it is on her agenda. Some of the complex issues include, what would peacekeeping status for this community entail. What would be the relationship

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between officers and a substation? Seniors who are afraid will speak more to peacekeepers before they will to police officers. The Senator continued, stating that seniors don’t feel safe walking at night, while in other neighborhoods, it is no problem. We know that our children are bringing drugs into our homes and something needs to be done about that. You do not have enough officers policing the lobbies. Residents don’t want to sit in the lobbies. Think about how much it would cost. There are more youth programs in Co-op City, thanks to the Montefiore programs. These programs help reduce some of the crime and also brings employment. Community Board 10 was one of the only Boards to do a traffic study for Bay Plaza. The plan is available at the Board office and will have a plan put online, on Facebook and the NYC Community 10 website. The Community Board 10 District Office is located at 3165 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461, telephone # 718-892-1161, fax # 718-863-6860, email bx10@cb.nyc.gov. The hours are Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The office is available to assist community residents either in person, phone, or by email. Request for Assistance form may be downloaded and sent to their office.

Dogs in our Community I sympathize with the writer of the Letter to the Editor on her position regarding dogs in our community. Most cooperators moved into Co-op City when there was a “no dog” policy in effect, except for service dogs. They were attracted to Co-op City and moved here because of the “no dog” policy. Legally, it is still a “no dog” community. An exception is made to the “no dog” policy to afford persons with disabilities the equal opportunity to use and enjoy their apartments. This is required by federal, state and local law. Failure to comply with these laws subjects building owners to significant fines and penalties. Individuals with disabilities seeking permission to have a dog must submit request forms at their CSO office. The Request forms must include appropriate medical documentation verifying the disabled person’s need for a dog. All such applications remain confidential. Riverbay was subjected to fines in the matter of Archibald v. Riverbay Corporation and Vernon Cooper. In May 2012, in a ruling by Judge Alexander Fernandez in the USA Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Hearings and Appeals, the Judge ruled in favor of a cooperator and against the Riverbay Corporation. Among other things, it cited discrimination against the cooperator for Riverbay’s failure to approve his request to have a dog. We lost the lawsuit and must abide by the federal, state and local Equal Opportunity laws. You can view the case online. These Equal Opportunity Laws apply to all types of disabilities, some of which are apparent, like blindness and others which are not, such as mental illness. Riverbay has a number of rules that an

approved dog owner must comply with. The dog must generally weigh 20 lbs. or less and wear a Riverbay identification tag, which indicates that it has been approved by Riverbay authorities. The dog must be on a leash or in a carrier when it is taken outside of the apartment. Should you see a dog without these requirements, please call the Department of Public Safety at 718-671-3050. Violators could be fined. All dog waste must be picked up and disposed of in sealed plastic bags and placed in the trash can. Dogs that disturb the peace of neighbors through noise, smell, animal waste or other nuisance must be permanently removed from the premises. The dogs should not excessively bark or howl or bite, scratch, or damage Riverbay property or property of residents and shareholders. Riverbay prohibits service dogs trained for attack or with vicious tendencies, including Pit Bulls, Dobermans, Rottweilers, Akitas and Wolf Dogs. Cooperators must submit a copy of their dog’s current license and rabies tag. Cooperators have suggested that three doggie parks should be created, two in Sections 1-4 and one in Section 5. 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 there is no building association, try to gather your neighbors together and start one. 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.

monthly rate of $11,862.00; and WHEREAS, the project manager recommends that the Board approves Verizon to provide telephone service (Recommendation attached). NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 2879 with Verizon Business Solutions Group for the total contract amount of $465,626.70 which includes an additional 5% for surcharges related to disconnecting and/or adding additional lines over a three (3) year period be approved as submitted by Management in accor-

dance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #9544 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Graham, Illis, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Owens, Peterson, Shapiro, Turner, Abdul-Wahhab NO: Johnson ABSENT: Bailey PASSED

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 169 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and ARYA 2 INC., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s Management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Graham, Illis, Johnson, F. Jones, O. Jones, Leslie, Owens, Peterson, Shapiro, Turner, Abdul-Wahhab ABSENT: Bailey PASSED

Second Reading - Resolution #13-94 SUBMITTED BY: Khalil Abdul-Wahhab SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon & Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: November 13th, 2013

WHEREAS, this contract request is for a three (3) year contract with Verizon Business Solutions Group (Verizon) to continue Riverbay’s telephone service which is set to expire in October 2013; and

WHEREAS, we currently have approximately 426 dial tone lines and have identified 63 lines that will be disconnected; and WHEREAS, it will be beneficial for Riverbay to enter into a three (3) year contract as the rates will be the cheapest with no increases during the contract term; and WHEREAS, due to time constraints the first six (6) months will be for the one year monthly rate of $14,599.00 pending Board approval of the contract and if approved the remaining 30 months will be at the three (3) year

Second Reading - Resolution #13-96 SUBMITTED BY: Helen Atkins SECONDED BY: Al Shapiro & Othelia Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: November 13th, 2013

WHEREAS, ARYA 2 INC. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 169

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16 Velocity Track Club New York wishes to say thanks to all the veterans. Their sacrifices allow us to have the freedom to do what we do. Velocity Track Club continues to be blessed. On Sunday, November 10th, we competed in the USATF New York Association Championship and Junior Olympics Regional Qualifier at Van Cortland Park. This was our hardest meet this season. There were over 300 athletes competing to qualify for USATF Regional 1 Championship, which will be held on Sunday, November 24th at Bowdoin Park, Wappingers Falls, New York. Regional 1 consists of the state of Maine, New England, Adirondack, Niagara, Connecticut and New York. The top 30 athletes from the regional meet will advance to the USATF National Championship in San Antonio, Texas.

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. There is a national membership drive from October 1 – December 31. If you take advantage of this drive, the initial dues are signifiThe Donizetti Building Four executive committee would like to thank all those who supported our fundraiser trip to Mount Airy Casino in PA. We had a beautiful day and lots of fun. Did we have a big winner? I don’t know. We hope to see you participate in our next fundraiser event. Event not yet determined. 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

First, sincere apologies for not saluting all of our hero veterans in last week’s press release. So to begin this week’s press release, a note will be said to open our meeting of November 14, to strongly salute the courageousness and bravery of all women, men and our four legged soldiers for what they do in the line of duty and preserving our peace, SINCERE THANKS. November 14th was our second townhouse association meeting of the year. Our next meeting will be a celebration of the new year on January 24, 2014. Thank you to Chief Frank Apollo, Chief of Public Safety, Co-op City and CSO Manager, Ms. Vanessa Aldea, for attending this past Thursday’s meeting. The following issues had been submitted to our

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

Velocity Track Club

The following Velocity athletes advance to the USATF Regional 1 Championship: The Sub-Bantam Boys continues to show that they are some of the best XC athletes in New York, Dontae Lindo took 3rd place, Jaysiah Moore took 5th and Jordan Ingram took 8th place in the 7 – 8 year old boys 1.2 mile run. Also, our 11 - 12 year girls in 1.8 mile run, showed that they can run with the best. Co-Captain Giovanna Tolbert took 9th place and Jacqueline Kendall took 13th. We are truly proud of them. Their hard work is truly paying off. I would like to thank the parents for ensuring our athletes attend practice to put the work in and supporting Coach George Samuel and I. On Sunday, November 17th, Velocity Track Club will be competing in the NYRR Youth Cross Country Invitation at

Velocity athletes sporting their medals with coaches at the USATF NY District Championship.

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Williamsbridge Club

cantly reduced. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the drop-out rate of our youth. The Ombudsmen, along with Trinity United Methodist Church of Morrisania, are presenting a Men’s Conference as we did 2012. The title, “Addressing the challenges of Minority Males: Each One Reach One,” Saturday, January 25, 2014 in Dreiser Auditorium beginning at 10 a.m. This is a community forum and again, we look forward to your participation. Please save the date. 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 dedicated 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

Donizetti Building Four Association

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. REMEMBER…The Thanksgiving turkey raffle drawing will take place during this meeting.

Collections Start getting ready for our Holiday collection/donation for those who help to keep our building clean and safe. This includes our porter/maintenance staff, lobby attendants and mail-carrier. They are always friendly, courteous and willing to help, if needed. Dates and times will be posted on bulletin board in each building. Volunteers Needed We need volunteers to help with our holiday decorations; especially the outside decorations. Please call one of the following board members to sign-

Broun Place Townhouse Association

CSO for response at that November 14th meeting: Trouble reaching the Maintenance Department; 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 and for response from Public Safety camera surveillance in the townhouse cluster. There will have been a Q&A time for additional questions at that meeting. The Broun Place Executive Board hopes that there was a great turnout of our neighbors and urges you to come to our next townhouse meeting. There will be more on that happening in future articles. 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 on-going and not pro-rated. Should you wish to renew and/or join, you can submit twelve dollars ($12) in cash or check to any board member and it will be forwarded to our treasurer. Thank you to everyone that helped with the meeting of November 14. Once again, we want to remind neighbors to please report to Public Safety: “If you see

Coach Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or you email me at WATCLT@AOL.COM. —Winston Dinkins

activities of the club. Don’t delay obtaining your community service credits in a fun and interesting way. 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

up: Yvonne, (718) 671-6922; Frenchie, (718) 671-0213; Diane, (347) 2757565 or Mary, (718 671-0425. The holidays are fast approaching, so be safe and careful. Special 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)

something, say something,” call: 718671-3050. 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. Congratulations to our newly re-elected Councilperson, Andy King. Broun Place press release is for Broun Place residents; please share your stories 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, please let us know. —Eva Lazaar

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013 Next Defensive driving course The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, December 14 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. Notice: All Section 5 food pantry participants All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to pick up your food. Volunteers needed for Wednesdays and Fridays. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

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severe. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Always remember, if you see something, say 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. 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. Enjoy a safe and healthy holiday season. 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. (Continued from page 7)

Public Safety Blotter November 3 - 9, 2013

November 05, 140 Alcott Place CCPD officers responded to this location to investigate a report of a domestic assault. Upon arrival and after an investigation, it was determined that a female was allegedly assaulted by her husband and he was assaulted by the complainant. Both parties were arrested and charged as cross complainants against each other. Later that morning, both parties elected to drop charges against each other and then went their separate ways. 140 Debs Place CCPD officers responded to a report of a suspicious male and found such a male in a stairway. The male was uncooperative and had to be subdued and arrested. He was charged with trespass and resisting arrest. November 07, 140 Carver Loop CCPD officers responded to this location to investigate a report of a disturbance. Upon arrival, a female informed officers that a male at the location had been harassing and stalking her. The male was arrested and charged accordingly.

Black Forum

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

17 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) 3208035 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

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

American Legion Post 1871

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy birthday to all of our members 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. Standford, Carlos Tricoche, Stepne 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. Please bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the Community Center, in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165 and our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net. Did you pay your American Legion 2014 dues yet? On Saturday, December 7th, all Post members are invited to give out Christmas gifs to our veterans who are in the Bronx VA Hospital. Time is at 9 a.m., Room 3D22. This is something the Co-op City American Post has done in the past years. On December 21, the Post Commander will be giving a holiday dinner from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Room

# 41. This dinner is FREE, so put this on your calendar as a reminder. December 7th. Post 1871 has a few applications on hand to get your Veterans ID on your NY State drivers license. If you have time, stop by our Post and pick up one. Veterans’ History Project records the personal accounts of American war veterans, so that future generations may hear directly from Veterans and understand the realities of war. Contact the NY Public Library (718) 579-4250 or email evelynmurielcooper@nypl.org to schedule an appointment to record your story. The next general meeting will take place on Saturday, November 16th, Room #41 at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Upon your arrival, sign in, turn off your cell phone and take a seat.

Happy birthday to all of our former Marines in the Post 1871. November is the U.S. Marine Corp.’s birthday, Semper-Fidelis. “Always-Faithful!” Confucius says: If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you’re living in the present. Post member Fred Lochansky, we wish you a speedy recovery from your back surgery. Two things to remember in life: take care of your thoughts when you are alone, and take care of your words when you are with people. This information was provided by the Post information officer. —Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

We will have a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19th at 7:30 p.m. This meeting will be held on a Tuesday because we will have a guest speaker and we will also be voting for new Cabinet members of our association. Please come out and make sure your voice is heard in electing lead-

ership of our association. This vote is necessary to conform to our bylaws. Also, be aware that you can be part of the decision making of your association by taking part in the voting process. Show that you’re interested in what goes on in your building and community by having

strong leadership to represent you. Posted on your lobby bulletin board and between the elevators on the main floor, you will see the flyers listing the election committee members with their telephone numbers in case you have a question. Hope to see all of you there.

We will also be getting ready to decorate for the holidays and if you’re interested and want to share ideas, please speak to either Loretta or Marilyn on the A-side and Joyce and Robert on the Bside. —Marilyn McDaniel

Hi neighbors; Our next general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 26th at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room in rear of the building. There will be a guest speaker, refreshments and a 50/50 drawing. I am requesting your company at this very important meeting. This includes new move-ins and young adults. Come and hear our speaker and also let your voices be heard. Keep in touch with what’s going on around you. I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Tuesday, November 26th. Remember:

Together, we can make a difference! Annual Halloween Costume Contest: Thanks to all the children and parents that came down to the Costume Contest on Halloween night. We had four winners! Piper James with the most Creative costume, Janelle Overton with the most Creepy costume, Sincere Cruz with the most Scary costume and Dayvon Rush with the most Spooky costume. Each child was given a certificate and a monetary award and all children were given a treat bag. Thanks to the judges: Estelle, Shelley, Carol and Richard.

Thank you, Joshua, for assisting with putting up the decoration. Thanks to the neighbors who assisted and donated candies and to Charles S. for the cheese crackers for the treat bags, thank you all for making this annual event a “fun thing.” Movie Matinee: Our next movie is scheduled for Wednesday, November 20th at 3:30 p.m. in the meeting room. Please come down and enjoy the movie and refreshments. Food Spoilage: The Holiday season is upon us and a whole lot of eating will be

going on, so please do not leave your food out — meat, poultry and seafood, condiments and some vegetables spoil quickly so to prevent bacterial growth that can cause food-borne illness, refrigerate it as soon as possible (within 2 hrs. or less depending on how hot it is in your kitchen). If you are traveling, please be careful and have fun. I wish you all a happy Thanksgiving and a happy Chanukah. Please stay alert. If you SEE something, SAY something! —Brown Gertie

Hello, neighbors. The association asks that 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

National Council of Negro Women, Inc. held it’s first North East Regional Leadership Training Conference in Waymart, Pa. the weekend of November 1-3. Five members of our Co op City Section, Dorcas Lay, Joyce Howard, Lori Melton, Jeanne Murray and Marie Green-Ryan were among the 214 NCNW members from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. At the conference, with the theme “Transformational Leadership; the Change Agent That Motivates and Empowers Members,” workshops were held discussing such topics as the NCNW Brand, National Initiatives,

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PLATTERS, so get on board and let’s go and have a blast. The Fundraising Committee is accepting cash or money order only. NOTE: FINAL PAYMENT WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20. 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) 6711905 can be reached from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. NOMINATION OF OFFICERS: (correction) Will take place Wednesday,

November 20, 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 their 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. We will have no guest speaker due to the planning of agenda for the holidays.

National Council of Negro Women

Collegiate Sections, Recruitment, Retention & Reactivation, and Planning & Implementing Effective meetings. The opportunity to talk with members of NCNW from across the region was so interesting and inspiring to our Co-op City section members. Teen’s Workshop today, Saturday, November 16 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: 646-285-

8699. 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: began September 21 & continues each Saturday as space allows from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Dreiser Community Center, Room 14. Classes start: October 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee for total year: $225 includes non-refundable registration fee: $25. All fees to be paid by December 31. For further information, call (718) 655-9034 or (718) 671-2555. Few spaces available for our next year trip: London & Paris August 14-21,

However, we will have the Thanksgiving raffle, 3 prizes up for the WINNING, don’t miss it. Come ready to participate with ideals, comments, talents, decorations and etc. for the Holidays. To those who have lost a loved one, we offer our deepest sympathy, and we pray for the speedy recovery of those that 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

2014. Yes, we have installment payments of the $3,750 price. To make your reservation, $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, 718-655-9034, 718-3202366. Happy Thanksgiving to all! Happy birthday to our November members. —Maxine Sullivan

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

North Bronx Youth Sports Association

When Fordham University’s Rams football team chose to share their field during their final home game in their historic undefeated season, who did they invite to join them for this momentous occasion? None other than the North Bronx Cowboys. When it came time to perform on the big stage, the Cowboys Jr. Mite team (ages 6-8) proved they were more than ready to shine as their finesse on the field wowed the crowd, bringing raucous cheers during their half-time scrimmage against the Bronx Steelers. When the final whistle blew, the

North Bronx Cowboys showed that they were still the true kings of the Bronx gridiron, earning them the respect from both the sold out Fordham University stadium fans and the Rams Athletic staff as well, earning them a return visit next season. In other action, the Cowboys Mitey Mite team defeated the Brooklyn Tomahawks, 26-6, to advance to the Championship game. For more information or to register for the 2014 season, please email nbysa.nbc@gmail.com, or visit our website at www.nbysa.net. —Jay Stith

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. Join us at our upcoming events at the Dreiser Community Center: 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

WATER AND LIGHT CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing is calling for two days a year for raising cooperator awareness of water and energy use in Coop City. We think it would be useful to set dates when a blue articles of clothing will be worn to hi-lite the problem of water use and yellow articles of clothing to hi-lite the need for sensible use of energy. DBA Riverbay now pay $18 million annually in water tax to the City of New York. Leaking water basins and tubs can waste as much as a gallon of water every hour. Leaving the water running is unnecessary — and very costly! Another area of waste we pay dearly

Happy fall greetings to our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, and especially our new residents. 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 and a belated happy Veterans’ Day to our soldiers (current, retired, and deceased) for your dedicated service to our country.

Spanish-American Community Club

North Bronx Cowboys earned the respect of all at the Fordham University Stadium

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. On New Year’s Eve, ring in 2014 in Dreiser Auditorium ‘C’ from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. ‘Swing y Sabor’ will be

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for is wasteful use of electricity. We — unlike renters and home owners — don’t see a charge for electricity in our monthly carrying charge. This tends to obscure the fact that electricity has to be paid for one way or another. Excessive use of energy affects our Power Plant. When we leave a light on in an unoccupied room or leave a TV going when not in use, the Power Plant is affected. Cooperators pay for wasteful use of water and electricity one way or another. COMMUNICATION The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing has a website that provides cooperators with news and views on community issues—information that may not be easily available from other

sources. Our website, for example, may discuss Co-op City finances or explain the way carrying charges are spent. In addition, communicating via the web helps reduce wasteful consumption of natural resources and represents a local contribution to the public movement for environmental responsibility. Visit our website for all daily information and newsletters on up to date housing issues in our community, www.CTSAH.net. WELL DESIGNED APARTMENTS AFFORDABLY PRICED – HOW COME? Many of us enjoying well designed Co-op City apartments at far less than market rate monthly charges have only a very vague idea of how Co-op City

Building 26 Association

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

Keep Co-op City clean! Please do not litter.

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 homebound neighbor to see if they are okay. Some of our neighbors are unable to travel to the store and/or pharmacy. As you do your shopping, it would be nice for you to shop for them. You will be blessed abundantly for your good

our live band, with music by DJ Salsero. Tickets are $20. Bring your party hats and noise-makers and enjoy the evening with family and friends. Contact Jose Lopez at (347) 202-7930 for all the details. 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 came to be so beautiful and so much more reasonably priced than “market” rate apartments. With affordable housing always getting harder and harder to find in New York City, the constant goal of the Coalition is to enlist public support for reasonably priced Mitchell-Lama housing and to encourage cooperator interest and participation in community affairs. Interested and active cooperators provide the best hope of preserving the affordability of our Co-op City homes. At our meetings, you can examine issues affecting our community and take part in affecting them. Thank you. —Sebastian Ulanga

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 91-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for all other non-emergency complaints. The life you save could be your own. —YuVonne Lewis

Handicapped Adults Association

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

Riverbay and the Marion Scott Real Estate Company Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

Riverbay’s contract with the Marion Scott Real Estate Management Company (MSI) expired on October 31, 2013. It was just a one-year contract, and until another one is approved by the Board of Directors, MSI will continue managing here—as it has since 2002—on a month-to-month basis. A year ago, when preparation of a highly beneficial loan was nearly complete, the guarantor of the loan, the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, discovered that MSI had only an informal arrangement with Co-op. As a result, HUD required the Riverbay Board to formalize the relationship before the agency would sign off on its guarantee. A majority of Board members voted to do so, to avoid jeopardizing this crucial loan. We (Bernard Cylich & Andrea Leslie) reluctantly agreed as well — even though the Board had not evaluated MSI performance for more than eight years and despite our firm belief that there should be a competitive bidding process for a managing agent and/or a general manager. WHAT’S MISSING HERE? A Board evaluation of MSI performance is currently in progress. When it is completed, the Directors will consider whether or not to extend the one-year contract with MSI. We have reservations about participating in the evaluation process. We think it is questionable even to consider an

Bernard Cylich/ Andrea Leslie

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applicant for the management of our community outside a competitive bidding process. We believe that MSI was originally hired in August 1999 without the Board fully following the letter and the spirit of the bidding process as required by the then Division of Housing and Community Renewal (regulations in Article 1729-1.2 [b]). In our view, the Board must prepare a request for proposal, the essential first step in competitive bidding. The RFP would solicit proposals from managing companies and/or general managers, including MSI. Earlier this year, several of us Board members submitted a resolution to start such a competitive bidding process. We think it is unfortunate that more Board Directors voted against than for the resolution. In electing members to the Board of Directors, shareholders delegate to them the responsibility of governing

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club

A special thanks to Co-op City residents for VOTING. Your vote made a difference and we now have a clean slate of Democratic leaders to move us forward. We support our new Mayor who is, “fighting to change New York!” We need progressive changes especially ending racial profiling that alienate communities of color in particular. We also congratulate our newly elected City Council member Andy King and look forward to his leadership on our behalf. The newly elected Public Advocate, Letitia James, spoke at our last College, Career and Resource Fair on September 28, and we will follow-up with a special thank you to her with pictures and an article. We plan to invite her to our club to share her agenda with us. Members of the club will be attending a roundtable discussion on November 14, to participate in a discussion with a representative from the Office of the Public Advocate. We will

be discussing education and community service for our children. Plan to celebrate New Year’s Eve with our club in Section 5 - Einstein Community Center. Call 917-324-1033 for your ticket...We are going to have a GOOD TIME! Please consider joining our club so that we can take an ACTIVE ROLE in the new politics of our city. We need people who are ready, willing and able to get involved on an individual basis with all the newly elected leaders. We need individuals to attend meeting/hearing and monitor what’s happening on the city, state and federal level and report back to the community. Call and an application will be mailed right away. We need you to make sure OUR voices are heard and campaign promises are honored. Get involved and bring the spirit of our ancestor Harriet Tubman with you! —Evelyn M. Turner

our corporation. The Board reviews and adopts budgets, and it approves contracts. As part of its duty to monitor expenditures, the Board should account for the way your carrying charges are spent. The Board is entrusted to make policies and is given the authority to hire Management. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE BOARD The Board also has the authority to hire independent internal auditors who are, in turn, answerable to the Board of Directors. Such auditing provides an essential check on budgetary adherence. Moreover, the procedure helps us determine whether contractual obligations to Riverbay have been met. In fact, an examination of its finances is an essential process in any corporation, even in a limited-profit institution like Riverbay. Yet since he retired several years ago, our independent internal auditor has not been replaced. Are all Riverbay employees—there are more than 1,000 of them—doing their work properly, according to their job descriptions? Can we be sure that no workers have been hired to perform no-show jobs? Auditors’ reports would indicate whether purchases authorized by the Board and Management, from floor tiles to automobiles, are delivered, as ordered and on time. And an auditor’s review would let us know whether the work of, and purchases from, hundreds of contractors and ven-

dors adhere to contract specifications. In some instances we even need to bring on an independent engineer to augment the auditors’ findings. LET’S NOT MOVE IN THE DARK Without the reports of an internal auditor, we are groping in the dark in any attempt to evaluate MSI performance. We are skeptical of claims Management itself makes of its performance. Note must be taken of items from their record of performance such as: 1. MSI authorized payment of $473,000 for Greenway topsoil, which an independent review raised certain issues. 2. MSI authorized of overpayment of nearly $1/4 million for two consecutive contracts for painting and plastering work. 3. MSI supervised a contractor that testified in court to having paid kickbacks of at least $100,000 to former Riverbay President Iris Baez. Questions were raised whether this contractor followed all competitive bidding requirements. 4. MSI fined cooperators more than $20,000 for infractions of garage rules prior to receiving DHCR approval to do so. We think an evaluation of Management without any internal auditing will be faulty, and we, therefore will not vote to approve a oneyear extension of MSI’s contract.

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 of youth. His approach is to meet these young people where they are and to help

transform 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 – 12:00 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

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African-American Association

The African-American Association would like to extend its warmest gratitude to member Augusta Terzol and her special guests, Dr. Clinton Crawford of Medgar Evers College, CUNY, and Reba Crawford for their film presentation on Ghana and Ethiopia. It was beyond an insightful and engaging perspective celebrating the journey taken to rebuild the spiritual connection between two cultures of the same lineage, those from Africa and those from the Americas, that has been misplaced for far too long. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, for all who were in attendance and came to partake in our Thanksgiving dinner, were reminded of the blessing that is life as we each individually spoke of what we are most thankful for. 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. Sing along with us to sweet soul oldies, R&B, gospel, and popular classics. All levels of vocal abilities are accepted. Computer Laptop Classes – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. $5 fee. Members get one class free. Call 718-379-5555. Children’s Early Morning Dropoff 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 718-3795555. Employment Assistance – Contact us at 718-379-5555 for information about employment. Association Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Saturday,

December 14th at 4 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15. We will hold our Christmas party. If you are unable to attend, look for our weekly column for upcoming events. A 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: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box

702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: “Coopcity African americanassoc.” In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the African-American Association would like to remind us all to put first in our lives what we are most thankful for. Wishing a beautiful and prosperous holiday season to all! —Mercedes A. Terzol

Rivers Run Community Garden will be a beautiful area where shareholders will work together encouraging interaction between all generations as they create a living green space, with assistance from the Riverbay Community Relations Department and sponsored by Building 13. All shareholders and community members are encouraged to participate. On Saturday, November 23, the Rivers Run Community Garden will be accepting applications at the Indoor Fair at the Dreiser Community Center from 12 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Applications will also be accepted at a mandatory meeting at Dreiser Center on December 19, 7:00 p.m. in Room 9. Additional information will be provided at that time. Co-op City is added to the Green Thumb Program database administered by New York City Parks & Recreation.

Green Thumb: a New York City agency dedicated to the success of the community gardens will provide training and development to garden members. Looming Class - Part II - Friday, 22nd; Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. in the building association room. If this will be your first time, bring your yarn, preferably #6. Space is limited, so call to let us know you will be there. Donation: $10 (loom included) GAME NIGHT - Our next Game Night with Miguel and Nancy is scheduled for Saturday, November 30, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Bring your partners and play cards, Dominoes, Bingo, Heads Up or Left, Right and Center. We eat, chat and listen to good music. All are welcome to come and join the fun. Soweto Gospel Choir – Lehman has invited them back by popular

demand! Join US, on February 15, 2014 at 8:00 p.m., at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts for a 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 (price includes Lehman’s facility charge). Send checks payable to Bldg. 13 Assoc. by December 21. See information below. Volunteer: Lobby Decoration Committee will be decorating on Dec. 3, 4, & 5 from 7-9 p.m. Contact Doris at 646-372-7954. To volunteer for building staff collections, Dec. 1-7 (see bulletin board for times) contact Gail Sharbaan We appre-

ciate you and any assistance you offer. 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. Our guest, Sgt. Gregory, will teach us 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 718-6713801, 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

Members and friends of the African-American Association gather with Dr. Clinton Crawford and his wife (kneeling) following his film presentations on Ghana, West Africa and Ethiopia, East Africa. A 15-day educational tour of Ghana is scheduled for July 21, 2014 and a 12-day tour of Ethiopia on December 28, 2014. For more information, please contact the Association at (718) 671-5957.

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The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 120 Benchley Place, Bldg. 24, Bronx, N.Y.10475 You are invited to attend service every Sunday morning. Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship Service starts at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service will be held at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bible Study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday evening Youth Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Focus: God created mankind with the freedom of choice. His will is that we choose him with a heart of love. Joshua 24: 14-16 14 Now therefore fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve ye the Lord. 15 And if it seemed evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the

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gods which your fathers served that was on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell; but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. 16 And the people answered and said, God forbid that we should forsake the Lord, to serve other gods. God desires a relationship with mankind One of the wonderful revelations of scripture is that God longs for a relationship with mankind. He does not need us, but he desires us, He loves us. He wants communion and intimacy with those whom He created and redeemed. It was for this purpose Jesus Christ died on the cross. When God created mankind, He enjoyed close connection with Adam and Eve. He enjoyed daily fellowship with them, for when He arrived after their sin they were not surprised by his presence, just ashamed for their nakedness. It was evidently common for them to enjoy time with him daily. What a precious thing it must have been to have ongoing, regular, intimate fellowship with Him! It still is.

Some people are more decisive than others and seem not to have a problem making up their minds regarding natural choices both big and small. Other chose between their options, whether the decision is as significant as which job offer to take or as mundane as “paper or plastic.” Choices have consequences. We have observed this pattern throughout our lives. In matters great and small, this principle holds true, and it is no less true, regarding one’s spiritual standing before God. Life and Death hang in the balance of the choice to repent and to obey the gospel. Our decision either to live for God or reject his appeal leads us ultimately either to Heaven or to Hell. It is this knowledge and understanding that should cause us to approach every decision about our spiritual life soberly and in the fear of God. Deuteronomy 30:19 I have set before you life & death, therefore choose life. For further information, call Rev. R. Sibblies, 718320-4218 or 718-324-0334. —Rev. R. Sibblies

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Its back!!!! Our 2nd Annual Winter Coat Drive for veterans and their families will be held on Saturday, December 7th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The location of our drop-off is the H and R Block Tax Consultants office located at 169 Dreiser Loop in the Dreiser Community Center. We are accepting winter coats for both adults and

The building association meeting will be held on November 21st at 7:00 p.m. The special guests will be Vernon Cooper, Riverbay General Manager, and CSO Manager Vanessa Aldea. We will have a brief update on crime stats in our section from CCPD. We will also have our first floor captains’ meeting on November 19th at 7 p.m. If you are already a floor captain or just interested in learning more about what it entails, please attend. Also, please check us out on our new Facebook page: https://www.face-

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Back by popular demand—today, we will be having our cake sale! Come down to the Association Room and sample your neighbor’s homemade confections from noon until we sell out. Arrive early — if today is like past cake sales, your favorite treats will go quick! Finally, a day you can be excited about receiving your just desserts! That’s not all! You will also be able to purchase raffle tickets for our annual turkey and trimmings giveaway. One entry costs only $1, but get 7 entries for $5. Try your luck and leave the holiday shopping to us! The raffle drawing will take place during our next general meeting, November 21st at 7 p.m., where we will be discussing our upcoming holiday party, the 2014 association membership drive and possible trips. Charity donations will also be on the agenda. Bring your concerns and ideas and you will be heard! If you support your association, your association will support you. Our Halloween party was great fun and the kids/parents did not disappoint with their terrific costumes. We were glad to provide a safe zone for trick-or-treating fun and already have great ideas for next year! The holidays are coming up. Please remember the rules for proper garbage disposal and recycling. If your garbage bag is too large for the chute in the compactor room, you must bring it to the basement. Also, all large boxes that cannot be flattened and stored neatly on the shelf or bulk garbage must be brought downstairs. Nothing should be left on the floor and only recyclables can be left in the room. Thank you! —Stephanie Clarke

children, since veterans have families too and these coats MUST be cleaned. Heavy sweaters and pullovers will be accepted as well, and again, they MUST be clean. December 14th, will mark the one year anniversary of the mass killings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut in which 20 children and 6

adults were murdered. Our organization will be sponsoring a memorial program to remember those who were killed. The location of this memorial site is yet to be determined. Please contact Mark Bruh at (646) 359-7723 or email me at Mark.Bruh@gmail.com. —Mark P. Bruh

book.com/weare23cc President’s Note It is imperative that we do not allow our community to become a slum. I was appalled by the audacity of someone to pee by the back entrance of our building and act like that is the norm and just walk away. I am trying to comprehend how someone can throw garbage on the floor right next to a garbage can and find that acceptable. I don’t know when the stairwell became another apartment for someone to live in, let alone a bathroom or lounge. We cannot turn our backs to this nonsense! We must be vigilant

in taking care of and standing up for our community and our homes. If we accept less or lower the standards we deserve, then we will get exactly that. If you see something, PLEASE SAY SOMETHING! I will soon be sending a petition around the building to have a camera setup by the back entrance. Please support us in this endeavor. We can be reached at bldg23cc@gmail.com or 347-9037523 or our new Facebook page, ttps://www.facebook.com/weare23cc —Ericc Diaz

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Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Got Oil in Your Lamp? “They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them: but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps” (Matthew 25:3, 4). Many receive the truth readily, but they fail to assimilate truth, and its influence is not abiding. They are like the foolish virgins, who had no oil in their vessels with their lamps. Oil is a symbol of the Holy Spirit, which is brought into the soul through faith in Jesus Christ. Those who earnestly search the Scriptures with much prayer, who rely upon God with firm faith, who

obey His commandments, will be among those who are represented as wise virgins. The teachings of the Word of God are not yea and nay, but yea and amen. Practical piety will not be attained by giving the grand truths of the Bible a place in the outer courts of the heart. The religion of the Bible must be brought into the large and the little affairs of life. It must furnish the powerful motives and principles that will regulate the Christian’s character and course of action. You Shall Receive Power (EGW 16)

Message from the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Our Services are open to everyone. Bread Ministry: Please stop by on Saturdays from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. and get some for yourself or a neighbor who may need food. Regular Meetings: Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Morning Bible Studies: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Saturday Worship: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m. Adventist Youth and Pathfinder programs on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. for children ages 6-17 Children’s Exercise Program Sundays, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Free Adult Exercise Program Sundays, 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m. Our Church Pastor, Pastor Terry Giles, can be reached at 718.320.0518, or at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org. —Pastor Terry Giles

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. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month. Missionary Sunday takes place on the third Sunday of the month Memorial Sunday (Men’s Day) takes place on the fourth Sunday of the month Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month. Singles’ Ministry meets every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m. Next Generation Choir & Club meets 1st & 2nd Friday of the month at 6:30

p.m. Seniors’ Ministry meets 1st Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Our Church Anniversary will be celebrated on Sunday, November 17 at the 8:00 a.m. and 11 a.m. services. The speaker at the 11:00 a.m. service will be Rev. Phyllis Perry from Soul Saving Station, New York City. Next Generation for Christ presents “I AM THAT I AM” Youth Explosion on Saturday, November 16, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets on sale - Adults $10 and children 13 and under $5. All are welcomed bring your friends. 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 Scott at (718) 671-2623. Come join New Vision’s Partner in Reading and Mathematics Program on most Fridays from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Students in grades 1 thru 5 are taught by trained professionals. Parents are encouraged to bring your child/children to benefit from these free programs. The schedule is from November, 2013 thru April, 2014. Please contact the church at the telephone 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.churchofnewvision.com. —Carole Haque

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. Thought for this week: So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come. Becoming a believer is the begin-

ning of understanding God’s love. For many, it is easier to accept love than to give love. God says in His word to forgive and love one another. Forgiving allows you to pitch the past and its entanglements, and it covers the new relationship with God’s grace. With this perspective, it will allow you to see changes that people are trying to make. This will allow you to accept the things that might never change. We 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 347-945-1992. Please leave a message and we will gladly call you back. Come join us at Circle of Christ Church and experience the Love of God. CHURCH SERVICE SCHEDULE Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study

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28 On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. CHURCH SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 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. Bishop Nancy Rosario, Pastor and Overseer Archbishop Angelo Rosario and the members invite you to visit our house of worship, or please visit any of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community that are teaching God’s Word. Follow God’s voice where He leads you. It is important that your faith increases, and it increases by the hearing of the Word. Church of God’s Children Worship & Community Services Center cordially extend an invitation to you. Our sanctuary and office location is at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic). Schedule: Sunday Worship – Spanish, 9:30 a.m.; English Worship, 1:15 p.m.; Sunday School, 11:30 a.m. Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. - prayer/fasting/reflections; Wed. Prayer, 7-8:30 p.m. Office hours: Tues./Thurs.,

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, 718-3790377). TRAVEL EVENTS: (Travel insurance encouraged) Wed., Jan. 15, 2014. RESORTS WORLD CASINO, at Aqueduct. Price: $30. Rebates: TBD. Contacts: Barbara W./Beverly J., 718-379-0377 HOLD THE DATE: Mar. 18-20, 2014. We are going back to Atlantic City to THE ATLANTIC CLUB CASINO Hotel. Double: $220/pp & singles: $285. On day of return, will stop at RESORTS casino/with rebate. Contacts: Virginia S/Beverly J, 718-379-0377. ATTENTION! Thurs., MAY 8, 2014, Matinee price: $125. A spring trip to see the Biblical story of “MOSES” at the Sight and Sound Theatre, plus luncheon at Good n Plenty’s family style dining. Deposit: $75 to reserve your seat. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Beverly J., 718379-0377. 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: Claudette D., 718-379-4784/Beverly J., 718-379-0377. THEATRE COMMITTEE: (prices includes transportation/van will depart 11:45 a.m. SHARP): Thurs., Nov. 21st, 2:00 p.m. – RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS show. Price $75. Calls will be made when tickets are available for pickup. See Paisley. Wed., December 18th, 2:00 p.m. – “AFTER MIDNIGHT,” Brooks Atkinson Theatre, with special guest star, Fantasia. Price: $105. SOLD OUT! Contact: Eleanor Barlow.

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Community Protestant Church 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: Today, Saturday, November 16, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon at the church – The Deborah Women’s Ministry would be pleased to have you join them for a free inspirational seminar for men and women on “Being Successfully Single.” Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. Sunday, November 24th, The Willing Workers

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11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.: credit counseling & credit restoration. The monthly Bronx Clergy Task Force meeting from the Boro President office of Faith based Initiatives of which Bishop Rosario is the CEO, will be held on Wed., Nov. 20, in Rm. 28 at Bartow Ave., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. We encourage all residents and neighbors to attend the Health Information Fair for information on the Affordable Care Act – ACA on Thursday, December 5, in Einstein Loop Community Center – Rm. 45. There will be state certified healthcare navigators onsite to assist you with all the information you need in order to enroll for healthcare and health organizations to assist you with enrollment. Bring a friend and family members. Mr. Ronald Zarza of Bronxworks will be at 159 Dreiser Loop every Thursday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. to assist individuals

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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. GOOD AND WELFARE: To our members and friends under the weather, we wish you a healthy recovery. May you soon get back to the best of your health. Do take care.

Annual Pecan and Bake Sale will be held after service. Stop by their table and pick up a great holiday gift of pecans and some scrumptious dessert. 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) 994-3751 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

and businesses with enrollment. You can call for an appt. at 646-629-3245. Also, Maxine Foster of the Bronxworks Food Stamp program will be at 159 Dreiser Loop on Thursday, 11/21, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. to assist with all Medicare questions and additional health benefits. www.rosarioministries.com. Call church office at 718-790-9120. A wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings, and learn how by his own thought to derive benefit from his illnesses. – Hippocrates. In order to change, we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired. It’s no coincidence that four of the six letters in health are ‘heal’. Always trust God for your healing through a miracle or through natural remedies. Be Blessed. —Bishop Dr. Nancy Rosario

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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 718-3203774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcity baptistchurch.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 noon. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, November 20 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. TODAY, Saturday, November 16, the Building Fund Ministry will hold a cake

sale and flea market at the Einstein Center, Room 51 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You are invited to come and enjoy delicious homemade cakes and pies as you shop the Flea Market for bargains. TOMORROW, 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 10-day cruise will be from Thursday, July 17, 2014 to Saturday, July 26, 2014. For additional

information or reservations, please call 718379-0541, 917-612-1245 or 718-320-3774. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 ReasonsTo Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.Principle CenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the CoOp City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! 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 -10:15am Divine Worship - 10:30am Come and be blessed. We want an opportunity to love you. See you in church. Our children’s Sunday School will

teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Reading from Sacred Scripture: II Corinthians 4:8-9. Apostle Paul tells: “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed; but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroy.” You’ve struggled to try to change your situation, give it to God, God will change you in the situation. Thought of the Week: “God gives us more than we ask, more than we need, more than we deserve.” 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 718-925-5052. Because of the increase of persons attending our Food Pantry, we are reaching out to the community for assistance. Here’s how you can help: WE NEED NON-PERISHABLE FOOD. No soda, potato chips, condiments, etc... Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church on 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. God bless all our donors. Thought of the Week: “Never be afraid to be gracious, look what a little polish does for a shoe.”

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 ChristCentered, Family-Focused with Power and Authority.” Church Mission: To empower, edu-

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ble 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

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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

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 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

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

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

1st Mondays:

Tuesdays

WEEKLY TRIPS

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart Bowling

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

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

$5 $15

Whole wheat bread Healthy peach compote

Tues, Nov. 19

Arroz con pollo Apple juice (chicken thighs Shake & Bake chicken w/sofrito) cutlet Yellow rice Brown rice w/red beans Sautéed red peppers & Kale & garlic onions Alt: Hummus

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

Dominoes

Spelling Bee

Fish cakes Orzo w/vegetables Carrot cole slaw

Mon., Nov. 18

Orange juice Turkey shepherd’s pie w/mashed potatoes on top of pie, Stewed tomatoes Winter squash Alt: Tuna & egg salad mix

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

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

Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Kosher

Mind Teasers

2-3pm, Rm. 2 Basic Cellphone & iPAD Training course 1:30 – 2:30pm, Rm. 7

2:00 – 4:00 pm

Non-Kosher

Date:

Intermediate Yoga

Walking and Exercise w/Ms.Gaskill

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

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

Stay Well Exercise

Around The Lunch Table

Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00am, Rm. 45

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 49

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

Dreiser

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.

Wed., Nov. 20

Thurs., Nov 21

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Orange juice Beef meatballs w/marinara sauce Whole grain spaghetti Green beans

Cheeseburger w/caramelized onions Baked fries Green salad (mixed greens)

Whole wheat bun Apricot packed in juice

Alt: Sliced turkey Orange pineapple juice Baked Salmon w/spinach sauce Toasted orzo Mixed vegetables

Turkey medallions Yucca w/onions Spinach w/feta & onions

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Turkey/rice soup Cod poached w/tomato Brown rice pilaf Mixed vegetables

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Grilled chicken

Fri., Nov. 22

Orange juice Roast chicken Potato kugel Carrots & dill Alt: Gefilte fish

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 include R/T transportation! Ongoing STAR and SCRIE Help is available. Please call 718-320-2066 to make an appointment. Free Screenings for Nutrition Assistance (SNAP, the program formerly known as Food Stamps) Friday, December 13th & December 20th - 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 25 – 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: 718320-2066. 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. Farmers Market Trip – JASA will be making a trip to the Poe Park Farmers Market – Tuesday, November 19. If interested, please call 718-320-2066. Pickups: Bartow – 9 a.m., Dreiser Loop – 9:15 a.m. and Einstein Loop – 9:30 a.m. Empire Casino – Wednesday, November 20th - $5 - Pick-ups: Einstein - 10 a.m., Bartow -10:15 a.m. & Dreiser 10:30 a.m. (12 seats available). Friday, November 22nd - $5 - Pick-ups: Einstein - 10 a.m., Bartow -10:15 a.m. & Dreiser 10:30 a.m. (20 seats available). Intrepid Museum – Monday, November 25th - $20 – tour time 10 a.m. - Pick-ups: Dreiser - 8:30 a.m., Bartow 8:45 a.m. & Einstein - 9 a.m. (20 seats available). Management Presentations – Succession & Access - What will happen to your apartment after you pass away? Learn ways to protect your family and your property –Tues., Nov. 19th - 11 a.m., 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 31; Fri., Nov. 22nd, 1 p.m., Room 7 - 177 Dreiser Loop. JASA Thanksgiving Day Feast -

Wednesday, November 27th – Dreiser Community Center Auditorium A & B – 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Entertainment by the DNA Group and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are available for purchase at your local Co-op City Senior Centers for $5. Limited tickets will be available at the door for $7 – Menu: Fresh carved turkey w/gravy, bread stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet potato pudding, green beans and apple cider – Pick-ups: Einstein Loop - 10 a.m. & Bartow – 10:30 a.m. Stew Leonard’s – Monday, December 2nd - $5 - Pickups: Einstein Loop -1 p.m., Bartow -1:15 p.m. & Dreiser Loop – 1:30 p.m. – (10 seats available). Keeping Your Mind Sharp Workshops – Tuesday, Dec. 3rd Bartow Ave. – Room 31- 11 a.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 4th - Einstein Loop – Room 49 -11 a.m.; Tuesday - Dreiser Loop – Dec 3rd - 1 p.m. – Room 7. Weight Management Support Group – Monday, November 18th - 10 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 26th - 1 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: 718-320-2066. Grandparent Connection – Next grandparent caregiver support group meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 21st at 10:30 a.m. at the teen center in Einstein Loop. For information, you may contact Hattie Lucas, 718-3790433, Ext. 2139, or 917-734-5935.

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

Ooops!!! We apologize to those of you who came out to the meeting last Monday. We were not notified that the center would be closed because of Veterans’ Day. Sorry, sorry!!! So, to that end, our meeting is scheduled for MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, at 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Loop Auditorium “A”…. Come early to make final payments for your Holiday Luncheon tickets and “final payment” for the New Year’s Eve Gala and make a deposit or payment for the 2014 trips. REMINDER: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, December 12th at Marina Del Rey; 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m. - $75/person. Final payment is due at the meeting. 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. Heartfelt condolences to Queenie May on the loss of her sister. 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 check-in; next day AllAmerican 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 – A few seats available with FULL PAYMENT NOW!!!…$535/person (double); $645 (single); $525/person (triple); travel insurance (to be included w/payment, if you want it): $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, 718-379-3742. 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, 718-379-3742. —Delores Debnam

Wednesday, November 20—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Price is $1 for members only. Refreshments served. Wednesday, April 23—Join us for an enjoyable day of Comedy and Music from the “FAUX” THE RAT PACK. Special guest joining them is the incomparable “MARILYN MONROE” singing, and including members of the audience. Lunch before the show. Price is $69. Pick-up is 9 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. Monday, June 23—Going to see “THE JERSEY BOYS.” All the won-

derful music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Full luncheon includes price of $79. Pick-up time 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. Menu: Fruit cup, minestrone soup, half chicken, London broil or Tilapia. All served with potato and assorted vegetables, dessert; Coffee, tea or soda. For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Loop in Section 5, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. or call Mary at 718-379-4899. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Mary Pilla

Tuesday, December 5th, membership meeting in Room 38 at 1 p.m.. This will be our last meting for the year until March 4th, 2014. Our next casino trip will be in January 2014. Please refer to our article for the date and casino. 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 accommodations 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 718-3200288, Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Loretta at 718-671-2958, 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

Goose Island Seniors

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION FILMS: Saturdays @ 2 p.m.: Nov. 16, Singing In The Rain w/Gene Kelly; Nov. 23, The Lucky One w/Zac Efron; Nov. 30 NO FILM! UPCOMING EVENTS Poetry Reading w/David Mills: Sat., Nov. 16 @ 1:00 p.m. Career Path Services (Resume Writing & Job Resources): Tues., Nov. 26, 10am-4pm LIBRARY CLOSED - Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 28th Day of Opera w/Allegro Singers: Inna Leytush, Pianist; Sat., Nov. 30 @ 2 p.m. 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

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Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

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, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. 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

Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house! God’s power to restore is stronger than Satan’s power to destroy. Let’s look at scripture to support this. Ephesians 3:14-21 says:

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

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. Men’s Fellowship: Will not be meeting until after the new year. 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:

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute

14 For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, 16 that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, 17 that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height 19 to know the love of Christ

which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. 20 Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, 21 to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. Invitations: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m.

33 Sorry to all who wanted to go but we are completely filled. If you want, we can put you on a back-up list if anyone drops out. So if you are interested, please call Barbara at (347) 6037473; If there is no answer, leave a message. The Church’s 39th Anniversary: Saturday, November 16th, we will be having a special concert by our music school students. It starts at 6 p.m. and will be a great time. Sunday, November 17th is our Anniversary Service at 10 a.m. We are having special music by the group Trans Jazz, plus our celebration of 39 years serving the Co-op City community. Hope to see you there. —Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. Please come out and support these services. I want to accomplish a mission for the glory of God at this time. December 8, at 5 p.m. will be the beginning of a Holy Spirit End of the Year Blessing Night at Faith In God Church, Inc. Please save this date. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. Jesus loves you, and so do we. —Apostle Gladys R. Little

Co-op City Times / November 16, 2013

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