Co-op City Times 12/01/12 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 47 No. 48

Saturday, December 1, 2012

As loan closes, HUD approves new Management contract BY BILL STUTTIG Nearly simultaneous with Riverbay closing on the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development guaranteed loan from Wells Fargo Bank, HUD filed paperwork approving the new oneyear contract between Riverbay Corporation and Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. which the Riverbay Board passed last month. The letter sent to the Manhattan offices of Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., Riverbay’s managing agent, was signed by Diane Lima, Director of Project Management for HUD’s New York office, and stated, “Effective November 1, 2012, for a one year term, we are approving the Management Certification for the above cited development (Co-op City) …” On October 24th, the Board voted nearly unanimously to approve a contract with no fee increases for Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. to continue to operate as Co-op City’s managing agent for one year beginning on November 1, 2012 and ending October 31st, 2013. Eleven Directors approved the contract extension last month while only one dissented, and three

were absent from the meeting. After getting the vote of confidence from the Board last month and then receiving the official certification from HUD this week on their contract approval, Herb Freedman, principal for Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., said, “We appreciate the endorsement of the Board and the approval of the one-year management contract after all these years. We love Co-op City and we intend to continue to do the best we can every day.” Having an established contract for its managing agent, Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc., was a prerequisite for HUD guaranteeing the needed refinancing at such a reduced interest rate, but many of the Directors who approved the new contract for Marion Scott Real Estate stated that much of the rationale for the approval of a new contract for MSI was based on the hard work and vision of the staff of the managing agent, particularly Freedman, who first saw the possibility of Co-op City qualifying for a low interest government guaranteed loan under HUD’s Section (Continued on page 2)

Public Safety expanding its core of Emergency Service Officers BY BILL STUTTIG Considered by many to be amongst the most challenging but rewarding assignments on the Public Safety force, the department will add five officers to the ranks of its Emergency Services Unit at the end of this month, as five officers are due to complete a ESU Officers Cynthia Singh and Mitch Romano four month training program on December 20th. Another two are also Bowman recalled, “with myself and expected to recertify as ESU officers at the another officer taking the required EMT end of the class. training and then at first we just worked out Chief Frank Apollo, commanding offiof the back of a patrol car whenever we cer of the Public Safety Department, said he were needed.” spent eight years of his nearly 25-year The unit grew to an around-the-clock career with Public Safety as an ESU officer operation as more officers became interand called it the most rewarding eight years ested in the rewarding assignment and sucof his career aside from his time as Chief. cessfully completed the required training. “Your time as an ESU officer is the most While it may be the most rewarding rewarding and challenging because you assignment, it is not an assignment that is have the chance to impact lives in such a easy to come by simply because the job direct way,” Apollo said. “My experiences requires you to be a licensed Emergency include everything from helping to talk a Medical Technician which requires up to 12 person out of suicide to delivering a baby in hours of training a week over a four-month an apartment when there wasn’t enough period and then passing a difficult series of time to rush the mother to the hospital.” physical exams where you are tested on the Apollo said he first worked as an ESU required procedures for a variety of medical officer under the charge of Public Safety’s emergencies from cardiac arrest to life current Operations Lieutenant Jeff threatening wounds. Failure to complete Bowman, who started the unit many years ago. “It really started out of necessity,” (Continued on page 3)

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HUD loan deal signed Three-year effort to reduce mortgage costs completed BY JIM ROBERTS Years of negotiations to open up a federal loan program have paid off for Co-op City residents with the signing of the historic $621.5 million mortgage refinancing that was completed in Manhattan on Wednesday, Nov. 28. The new mortgage with Wells Fargo will reduce interest payments by millions of dollars over the next 35 years by refinancing the existing New York Community Bank mortgage. The new mortgage carries an effective interest rate of just 2.9% because it is guaranteed by three different government agencies – New York State, New York City and the federal government through the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) agency. Officials from Co-op City attended the signing ceremony in Manhattan at the regional HUD office and praised the efforts of Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan and executives from Wells Fargo and Riverbay. “This is a great, historic day for all shareholders, our friends and neighbors who live here in Co-op City,” said Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins. “Thanks to the Governor, the Mayor, Secretary Donovan, Wells Fargo, the

Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins and Mark B. Van Kirk, HUD’s Director of the Office of Asset Management, seal the deal with a handshake after the signing of the loan document on Wednesday in Manhattan. Photo courtesy of Bernard Cylich

members of the Riverbay Board of Directors and our managing agency, we have reduced our mortgage interest rate dramatically. “This new loan will allow Riverbay to continue the work of maintaining and improving our home for many years into (Continued on page 4)

Seabrook seeks parole, no jail time at January sentencing BY JIM ROBERTS Attorneys for convicted former City Council member Larry Seabrook filed court papers this week requesting that Seabrook receive no jail time when he is sentenced in January. “Standing before the court for sentencing is a 62 year old man who has had an extraordinary career that has genuinely impacted and inspired many young people to succeed and to carry on a tradition that he learned from his parents many years ago,” Seabrook’s attorneys wrote to Federal Judge Deborah Batts in court papers filed on Nov. 26. “For the most part, Larry Seabrook has lived an extraordinary law abiding life as a productive and responsible member of our society,” the attorneys wrote. Seabrook will be sentenced by Judge Batts on Jan. 8, 2013. He faces up to 20 years in federal prison for each of the nine felony counts and possible fines of more than $2 million. Prosecutors are asking that Seabrook receive a total sentence of 7 to 9 years in federal prison. In court papers filed on Nov. 13, pros-

ecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York told Judge Batts that she should “…impose a sentence that communicates clearly that corruption on the part of trusted public officials will not be tolerated.” Seabrook was convicted on July 26 on three counts of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, three counts of mail fraud, and three counts of wire fraud. He was acquitted on three counts charging an illegal kickback scheme involving the bidding of a boiler contract at the new Yankee Stadium. Seabrook declares in his court filing that he did not break any laws. “Larry Seabrook has great respect for the jury system and for our judiciary, he has humbly and respectfully maintained his innocence of the charges of fraud upon which he has been convicted,” his attorneys wrote. Seabrook’s attorneys argued in their filing to Judge Batts that the former City Councilman did not know that employees (Continued on page 2)

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Management Contract 207/223f even though no Mitchell Lama cooperative was ever allowed to participate in the loan program before. Freedman spent the better part of three years working to convince HUD officials that it was possible, with slight changes in the section, for Co-op City to meet HUD’s guidelines under this program and qualify for such a loan that in the end will save Co-op City more than $10 million per year in financing costs over the previous existing loan with New York Community Bank. This monumental and unprecedented effort to accomplish this was not lost on

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many Board Directors, including Board President Helen Atkins. Atkins said earlier this week: “In approving a new contract for Marion Scott Real Estate, we certainly considered much of the work that has been done in rebuilding and improving Co-op City over the last eight years, such as rebuilding our garages, making the longheld vision of co-generation and energy independence a reality, and replacing our old drafty windows with new insulated windows, to name just a few. But many of us also realized that much of the hard work and the thanks due for this

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new refinancing agreement, and the financial stability that comes with it, belongs to Herb Freedman and the Riverbay and management staff that worked with him to get this done. While it is true that a firm contract with a managing agent was a requirement for HUD to guarantee this loan, regardless of that, I and others feel that Marion Scott Real Estate more than deserved a new contract not only based on their accomplishments for the community over the past decade, but, in particular, the visionary work done in making this new refinancing loan not only a possibility that was

never seen before, but, more importantly, a reality that should put Co-op City on sound financial footing for decades to come.” The Board’s First Vice President, Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, added: “While HUD has approved the one-year contract for MSI and their approval is part of the formal process that solidifies Co-op City's loan acquisition, above and beyond that, the community needs to give a vote of thanks to Herb Freedman and MSI for their tireless effort at getting the HUD process started and keeping it moving towards success.”

deprived of their personal dignity and life history (good or bad),” the attorneys wrote. “Larry Seabrook stands before this court having been declared guilty by a jury of using {non-profits} to hire his friends, when he knew that these organizations were incompetent to deliver the services promised. This is the government’s theory of the case, accepted by the jury and determined by this Court to be based upon substantial evidence. “However, this conviction does not strip him of his dignity and the true history of extraordinary contributions he has made to the state of New York, the

City of New York and people of the Bronx,” the attorneys wrote. “Larry Seabrook recognizes that he made mistakes in some of the staffing decisions with NEBRC and the AALCHF … However, Larry Seabrook stands firmly upon his position that he did not ever possess a desire or intent to rip off the public by hiring incompetent friends and family members who were incapable of performance and/or that he denied the City of New York millions of dollars in honest services.” Seabrook is being represented in the case by attorneys Anthony L. Ricco and Edward D. Wilford.

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in the non-profits which he secured city funding for were stealing money. “Unfortunately, Larry Seabrook was completely unaware that {an employee} was embezzling thousands of dollars from the contracts, submitting false attendance records, writing forged checks in the names of {another employee} and others (from which he and {the employee} pocketed the proceeds),” the attorneys claimed in their court filing. “These acts were deliberately and carefully hidden from Larry Seabrook for one simple reason: He would not have approved and/or sanctioned these brazen acts of thievery. His intention was to

deliver services, not help (employees) steal money and fake the delivery of services to his constituents,” Seabrook’s attorneys wrote. In the court papers, Seabrook’s attorneys cited the segregation that the Seabrook family overcame in the South growing up and the many educational and professional successes that he and his brothers and sisters achieved over the years. They also recounted Seabrook’s many accomplishments in public service during his long career as an elected public official. “When an individual stands before the court for sentencing, they should not be

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive Wiz of Oz auditions Wiz of Oz rehearsals will continue today in Room 1 of the Dreiser Center at 1:30 p.m. SHARP. Three (3) more actors/actresses between the ages of 14-18 ONLY are still needed. Ability to sing and dance preferable. This program is sponsored by the Black Forum of Co-op City.

NCNW Holiday collection drive The Co-op City branch of the NCNW will be collecting items for children and teens to donate to a local shelter and to victims of Hurricane Sandy. Donations of new and unwrapped toys, books, hat, scarves, sock, and pampers can be dropped off on Saturdays, beginning on December 1, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Room 14 of the Dreiser Community Center. The drive will continue on Saturday, December 8 & 15. For further information, please contact the NCNW Youth Committee Chairperson at (917) 399-2643.

BJ’s in Co-op City in Dec. for new and renewal memberships BJ’s Wholesale Club will be in Co-op City early this month to sign up new members and renew or extend current memberships at discounted prices. This special offer is not available online or in stores. Sign up for $10 off Inner Circle membership ($43.55 w/tax) and $20 off Rewards Memberships ($80 w/tax), plus 3 free months membership (15 months total); free second household membership card and $5 donated to Riverbay Fund for summer programs in the community. Registration will take place on Mon., Dec. 10, Rm. 10, Dreiser, 4-9 p.m.; Wed., Dec. 12, Rm. 28, Bartow, 4-9 p.m. and Mon., Dec. 17, Rm. 35, Einstein, 4-9 p.m.

JASA offers Caregiver Support A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are welcome to attend JASA’s Caregiver Support Group. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday December 28th at 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 31 from 1-2 p.m. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066.

Emergency Services any of these procedures correctly results in the loss of the required state certification until a retest can be taken. Apollo explained: “Most jobs do not require you to recertify every three years after you first earn certification to do that job, but this is what the state requires in this case. Making it more difficult is the fact that the requirements are constantly being upgraded so material that you weren’t responsible for three years ago you will be responsible for now. This requires the officers to do a lot of studying on their own time, just to keep up with the latest required procedures.” One of the many Public Safety officers who had kept up with the increasing demands of the job is Mitch Romano. Romano has served as an ESU officer in Co-op City for the last 17 years or since 1995. “The most rewarding part of this job is that you help people when they are in need, particularly the elderly which is growing increasingly important in Co-op City as the population ages,” said Romano. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, more than 25% of Co-op City residents are now over the age of 62, and more than 20% are over the age of 65. Checking on the elderly is a big part of ESU’s job as several times each week they are called on to check on an elderly resident who did not respond to his daily RUOK call as part of Public Safety’s RUOK service. According to Public Safety, ESU handled 190 such calls so far this year and a total of 187 in all of 2011. Twelve-year ESU veteran Maribel Maisonet said that helping the elderly is a big part of the job ranging from taking the blood pressure of worried older residents to assure them that they are okay to just sitting with them for a few minutes and talking or helping them prepare a meal. “Anything that I would want done for my grandparent, that is how I try to treat them,” Maisonet said.

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The ESU unit handled 404 calls to assist or aid a resident in 2011 and so far in 2012, the need has increased with the aging population as 492 calls for aiding and assisting have been answered. In addition, the unit so far this year has aided 122 people who have fallen sick and 162 people who have been injured in Co-op City. Lt. Christopher Bulat, who has direct oversight of ESU’s daily operations, said the calls can range from anything from scraped knee to a life threatening wound or a massive heart attack. Bulat, a 14-year veteran of the force and a 12-year veteran of the ESU, said that a recent case of the unit directly saving a resident’s life was that of former Board Director Saul Weber who suffered a massive heart attack while driving his car in Section 5 one Saturday morning. Luckily for Weber, a Public Safety patrol car in the area noticed his car veering off the road and investigated only to find Weber unconscious at the wheel. The ESU unit arrived within seconds, restarted Weber’s heart with a defibrillator and rushed him to the hospital where he was able to get the emergency care that allowed him to recover. Today, Weber has a new lease on life, a healthier diet, and a greater appreciation for the work of Public Safety’s ESU unit. But there are many other similar life threatening cases that go unnoticed. Bulat recalled one from a few years ago. A little girl was hit in the head with a paddle ball. After responding to the courts, the ESU officers made the decision to take the little girl to the hospital as a precaution and upon arriving at the emergency room, the little girl passed out from the non-apparent trauma she had suffered. Bulat said the emergency room doctors told him that if ESU hadn’t brought the girl in, she might have died. Also, earlier this year, ESU responded to a call of a teen being stabbed in Section 5. When they arrived, they deemed the wounds to be life threatening and rushed

the teen to the emergency room. Those quick actions probably saved the teen’s life. Romano also recalled times in his career when the dual responsibilities of emergency care and police work came into play on the same case. In the late 90’s, his unit responded to a call of a woman accosted and slashed in the basement of Building 34. Arriving on the scene within minutes, Romano and his partner responded and treated the victim and rushed her to the emergency room saving her life. Romano said he also handled many cases involving cardiac arrest and unfortunately in many of those cases even the quickest response is not able to save the person’s life, but in other cases, rare as they may be, the unit is successful at reviving the victim and getting the victim to the hospital for medical care. “That is a very rewarding part of the job,” Romano said And according to Bulat, it is becoming increasingly vital. Last year, New York City cut one of their EMT units assigned to this area. Bulat said the average response time by the city’s EMT to Co-op City is now approximately 10 minutes, while Riverbay’s ESU unit can arrive and usually does arrive eight to nine minutes faster. Those eight to nine minutes can often be the difference between life and death. The ESU unit operates around the clock, 365 days a year in Co-op City. It handled more than 1,000 calls total in 2011 and is expected to easily exceed that this year with 987 calls already answered as of Wednesday of this week. Apollo said the five new certified officers will help the unit maintain staffing and take some pressure off the officers who have been handling the load in recent years. “We are grateful to the officers who step-up to this challenge, both the ones who have been doing it for several years and the ones willing to take on the new challenge,” Apollo said. “The workload is demanding, but the reward of possibly saving another person’s life makes it all worthwhile.”

In Memoriam: Rev. Julius Sasportas Rev. Julius Sasportas, Founding Pastor of the Co-op City Baptist Church and one of the first residents of Co-op City passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2012. Rev. Sasportas was born in St. Matthews, South Carolina. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and in the mid1940’s, he migrated to NewYork, settling in the Bronx. He was employed as a fireman for the New York City Housing Authority for over three decades until his retirement in 1980. Never forgetting his religious background, Rev. Sasportas joined the Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, Bronx, NY and sang in the Gospel Chorus. He later became a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church where, under the pastoral leadership of the late Rev. E.W. Ghee, he was licensed to preach and then ordained. Rev. Sasportas married Ms. Lola Lucille Ferguson in 1960. Together, they had one daughter, Dr. Carol Sasportas Bharath. Sis. Lola Sasportas died in 1998. Community Protestant Church is deeply

indebted to Rev. Sasportas for his efforts to bring a Protestant house of worship to the new Co-op City. He and Sis. Sasportas were founding members of Community Protestant Church in 1969. When the church was in need of a Pastor, he gladly answered the call and served with distinction as the first Pastor of the fledgling congregation. Still, Rev. Sasportas saw the need for a Baptist Church in the community and the

Co-op City Baptist Church was founded in November, 1971. While continuing to work full time, Rev. and Mrs. Sasportas, along with several founding members, devoted themselves to serving our Lord and the community through ministry. Rev. Sasportas was an active member of various community, civic, and religious organizations from which he received many awards and recognitions for his work. He was a former member of the Hampton Ministers’ Conference, and the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of New York and vicinity. Rev. Sasportas was one of God’s mighty warriors, showing love, patience, and kindness to all. He was a workman who was not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ, rightly dividing the word of truth. In September of 1992, he retired from active pasturing, as Pastor Emeritus of the Co-op City Baptist Church. His rich legacy in pastoring the church and community service is now carried on by his “Son in the Ministry,” Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams.

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Annual Menorah and Tree Lighting Ceremony set for Wednesday in Dreiser Auditorium B BY ROZAAN BOONE The annual Menorah and Tree Lighting ceremony, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, will be held on Wednesday, December 5, at 6 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium B. Admission is free and everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be provided courtesy of Panera Bread, ZipCar and BJ’s Wholesale Club. There will also be a photo session with Santa. Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins will serve as the Mistress of Ceremonies. She will deliver the

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Welcome Remarks, which will be followed by a musical selection performed by the Garvey School. Co-op City resident Hillel Valentine will read the story of Chanukah. The principles of Kwanzaa will be explained by the Greater NY Girls Scouts of Co-op City and musical selections will be performed by the Young Achievers, Mosholu Montefiore Community Center. Rev. Dr. Milca Plaud, Pastor of the Evangelical Church of Co-op City of UMC, will tell the story of the Three Kings and afterwards, the Youth Choir of the

Evangelical Church will perform musical selections. Although the program is still in formation, this year’s ceremony promises to be as exciting as the previous year’s, especially with the arrival of Santa. The Riverbay Fund would like to invite everyone to this exciting Holiday event planned for the enjoyment of the children in the community. Special thanks are extended to Panera Bread, ZipCar and BJ’s Wholesale Club for helping to make this special evening a joyous and enjoyable one, as well as to all of the presenters and performers, especially Santa.

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the future, stabilize our finances and guarantee affordable housing for generations to come,” Atkins said. The Wells Fargo loan to Riverbay Corp., which controls Co-op City, is the largest ever insured under HUD’s 223(f) program, which protects lenders against loss on mortgage defaults at multi-family rental properties. It is also the first time the program has been applied to a cooperative development, which was accomplished through the efforts of Herbert Freedman, a principal with Marion Scott, Inc., the managing agent for Riverbay, and Wells Fargo executives lobbying to expand the program. “After three and one-half years, it is an enormous relief to accomplish the first-in-the-nation 223(f) closing of a mortgage for a cooperative apartment,” Freedman said. “We believe that Co-op City’s ability to take advantage of a low interest rate environment should help us to continue to make the necessary repairs to the infrastructure and needed repairs in Co-op City, which is 45 years old and has enormous needs. We can do it now without relying only on cooperator dollars,” Freedman said. The Mortgage Insurance Fund of the State of New York Mortgage Agency (MIF/SONYMA, within New York State Homes and Community Renewal, or HCR) and New York City’s Housing Development Corporation (HDC) will be providing credit support with $55 million and $15 million coverage of the loan, respectively. “If it were an actual incorporated city, Co-op City would be the twelfth largest in our state – and so it is hard to exaggerate the critical role it has played for over 40 years in keeping housing in New York State and New

York City affordable,” said Governor Cuomo. “I am proud and grateful that all levels of government were able to work effectively together to secure a deal that protects the middle and low-income New Yorkers who call Co-op City home.” “Keeping Co-op City affordable and viable is great news, not just for current tenants, but for thousands of Bronx residents who need inexpensive housing options,” said Mayor Bloomberg. “We have a long-standing commitment to preserving affordable housing for this generation and for the generations to come – that’s why we’ve set an ambitious goal to finance the creation and preservation of 165,000 affordable housing units by the end of 2014 under the New Housing Marketplace Plan. Thanks to Governor Cuomo and HUD Secretary Donovan for their partnership on this important project.” “This is about preserving affordable housing for the next generation of families living and working in one of the nation’s highest cost rental markets,” said HUD Secretary Donovan. “Working closely with the State of New York and New York City, we’re making certain that working families have a decent and affordable place to call home while saving private owners of affordable housing significant money that they can reinvest back into their properties.” Alan Wiener, Managing Director of Wells Fargo Multifamily Capital, said: “Wells Fargo is a proud partner in financing, protecting and keeping Co-op City affordable for decades to come. Structuring such a deal was not easy, but like most of the valuable communitybased development that Wells Fargo does, the results are

Riverbay Board President Helen Atkins signing mortgage document. Photo courtesy of Bernard Cylich

incredibly rewarding. “Because of today’s historically low interest rates, our refinancing of its current debt will save Co-op City and its residents more than $150 million over the 14 year remaining term of the current loan and eliminate refinancing risk should interest rates rise. Wells would like to once again thank the Governor, Mayor and Secretary for making this important deal possible,” Wiener said.

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Management Report O NG O I NG L O C AL 78 DE M O NST R AT I O NS As we have stated in the Management Report previously, the men and women who are demonstrating along Co-op City Blvd. across from Building 22 and on Dreiser Loop, across from Building 9, are union members of Local 78. These men and women are licensed asbestos containing material handlers, who were hired by CAC of New York, who were contractors hired to perform asbestos abatement here at Riverbay. When these union members went on strike against CAC because of a dispute that the union had with this contractor at another site, CAC of New York was no longer able to meet our work load of occupied and vacant apartments. Management went to the company that was the next lowest bidder for this work because of demand which included the fact that cooperators were waiting for as long as 6 to 8 weeks to have their floors replaced and the demand to restore flooring in vacant apartments was just as pressing. Although CAC has not been physically on site since October, Local 78 has continued to demonstrate here at Riverbay, which has included constant noise making as a result of the union members’ use of drums, horns and loud music, in addition to the positioning of large ballooned rats at both locations that obstruct passage by pedestrians and motorists. Riverbay has filed an injunction against Local

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Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. 78 with the United States’ National Labor Relations Board because it is our position that the union should not be allowed to protest here at Riverbay, given the fact that the labor dispute was between CAC of New York and Local 78, not Riverbay. In fact, there is no and never was any kind of contractual agreement between Riverbay and the union. We are glad to be able to report to the community that the National Labor Relations Board has granted us a hearing for Monday, December 3rd. We will keep the community informed of progress in this regard and we thank you for your patience in this matter, particularly those residents who reside in buildings that are in close proximity to the demonstrators. We’ve also reported on the fact that during our meetings with various individuals who will be running for Mayor next year, we informed them of our asbestos abatement problem as it relates to the housing company being forced to conduct asbestos abatement procedures every time we remove floor tiles throughout the development which has cost the housing company more than $5M per year. We are awaiting Council Speaker Christine Quinn’s request for a meeting with the City’s

DEP in order to discuss this procedure and make revisions of the policy, if not suspend altogether. The elimination of the asbestos abatement of the floor tiles would automatically eliminate the need for Local 78 workers or any other licensed workers for that matter to be here on site on a daily basis and the only time we would need to use licensed asbestos containing material handlers would be when we are removing items such as pipe insulation that contains asbestos, which is currently very infrequent. C O M M UNI T Y C E NT E R S’ SP RUC E -UP S Recently, Management placed the janitorial staff that is assigned to the three community centers directly under the supervision of the Buildings and Grounds Department. The rationale is that the Buildings and Grounds Department has more resources, including additional porters, supervisors and equipment and will be able to use these resources to upgrade the appearance of the centers, making it easier for the existing crew to stay on top of the improvements once in place. Additionally, joining the two janitorial staff from the two departments helps to ensure that the cleaning and maintenance of the interior and exterior sections of the residential and commercial buildings are being handled the same

way. Towards that end, the Buildings and Grounds Department has already begun this process by conducting the following work: Plastering and painting in all three centers, which has included rental rooms, public walls, doors, stairwells, the Dreiser kitchen, bathrooms, basements and benches; Power washing the exterior of the centers, including court yards; and Polishing and burnishing vct and ceramic floor tiles. During the upcoming months, we will be upgrading the appearance of the Dreiser auditorium, which will include plastering and painting, replacing or upgrading wall and ceiling panels and tiles, restoring the stage, repairing the balcony, replacing blinds and upgrading the lighting. The Buildings Department will be conducting comprehensive restoration of the bathrooms, including grouting tiles, replacing toilet seats and stall doors, cabinetry, mirrors and urinals as needed. New hand dryers will be installed that are energy efficient, in addition to automatic soap dispensers. There is an order in place for additional tables and chairs. We will tile the walls near the elevator banks and will look at using various types of new and decorative wall and floor coverings in order to spruce up what is in place currently.

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The money is out there to support youth programs To the E ditor : After reading a Director's decision not to support the Bingo Hall’s use as a youth community center, I thought that some of us should advocate on behalf of our youth. This may be our last opportunity to secure a permanent place dedicated to serving all of our children. Some of our Directors have shown support for this idea, but not enough. It takes a village to raise a child. We've heard this many times. Well, Co-op City is the village, and it behooves us to do something wonderful for all of our youngsters. I know that parents are the primary persons responsible for

their children's needs, but I also know that parents can use all the help that they can get. This community shows a lot of concern for the needs of some of its residents. The "Are You Ok" program to name one, directs its concern to our elderly. Well, let’s ask ourselves if our youth are OK? High unemployment among our youth, cuts in funding for programs gives ideas of how the community center could be used to involve them in constructive activities. After school programs and clubs, job preparation, classes in music, dancing, art, mommy and me classes, a place for special events targeting youth. Holiday

celebrations, birthday parties, sweet sixteen parties; Low cost Summer programs, mentoring programs, competitions, the possibilities are endless. I am aware that the main concern is financing this community center. In a community of this size, we should be able to raise the needed funds. Various sources of revenue are available. The government, private grants, fundraisers, contributions from community organizations, contributions from our elected officials, private donations, volunteers. The point is, the money is out there. —S. Dixon

Get educated about service dog rules To t h e E d it or : Residents need to educate themselves on the Riverbay and NY STATE "dog" policies. Riverbay doesn't allow pets, i.e. cats, birds, etc., but a majority of the residents harbor them anyway. Service/emotional support animals are not pets. Opinions are entitled, but it's wise to have concrete facts backing them up. Education on laws is key! Literature is available from the American Disabilities Act, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, NYS Human Rights Commission Laws, etc. Read up. Riverbay puts a weight limit on the service animals they allow hence smaller dog sightings. Stigmas that service dogs are

certain breeds like larger ones is common. Research will show that even a miniature horse is allowed as a service animal. Size of a dog usually depends on the handler’s need, i.e. larger dog for balance. Yes, we signed the lease stating no animals allowed; however just as life happens, we may have not moved in with a disability(s) nor did we ask for them. Does it mean we need to live elsewhere, such as an assisted environment? Negative! Additionally, while educating oneself on the laws and rights of the disabled, research also how not all disabilities are visible. People can't see my Postural Othostatic Tachycardia Syndrome that my dog alerts me about

standing because of fainting, epilepsy, 2 heart arrhythmias, eye autoimmune diseases that caused permanent scarring and can steal my vision and more. Instead of policing people with dogs, how about harassing adults who urinate by parked cars, smoke weed and drink publicly here? I'm sure it's easier to harass a disabled, innocent person with a working animal, yet call CCPD anonymously on those causing nuisances in our streets. Service and ESA laws have been in place for years. Exercising our rights is neither abuse nor a violation of yours. In fact, your unlawful request regarding the dog policy here is a violation of ours. —An d r ea P a ga n

Management responds to City News For some unknown reason, the City News continues its attempt to scare the residents of this community with misleading information. This past week’s issue is a major case in point. In one article, Director Daryl Johnson is quoted as saying that “Co-op City needs a $100 million reserve fund to deal with future contingencies.” And then in another article, Johnson is quoted as saying he is “putting together a slate of candidates to run in the next board election, on a platform of austerity.” So I guess you take your pick – Riverbay needs a lot of money, or it really doesn’t need it. Perhaps what this all means is that Daryl Johnson will say anything, without logical reasoning, just to get his name in the paper. Let’s address some of the highly questionable points that are stated in the City News and give you facts. 1) City News reported “Co-op City could face a takeover by HUD unless the Riverbay Corporation reins in its spending.” The fact is that Wells Fargo Bank, along with HUD and DHCR, have been scrutinizing Riverbay’s finances for the past three years leading up to this loan. They are lending money for a 35 year term, and each of these entities needed to assure themselves that the loan would be repaid. Remember, Wells Fargo is loaning Riverbay the money, not HUD. All HUD is doing is guaranteeing the loan. If the loan was ever foreclosed, Wells Fargo would control the property, not HUD, and even at that point, it is still a Mitchell-Lama and subject to DHCR regulations as it is today. And regarding spending, Wells Fargo and HUD projected out over the next 35 years

to be sure that Riverbay could afford to pay its mortgage. 2) The City News also reported that Riverbay will be paying $3.15 million per year for HUD and NYC HDC and NYS SONYMA to guarantee the new mortgage. This is true. However, City News then states that “this seems to mean that if Coop City were a better fiscal risk, Riverbay could save $3.15 million per year.” This is not true. Riverbay is a great fiscal risk and this is demonstrated by the fact that Riverbay’s mortgage is 2.4%, that’s right 2.4% fixed for 35 years. I ask anyone in this community to ask any of their family or friends, or to even look at ads for mortgages, and find any that have a rate that low. As to paying HUD for the insurance, that is how the HUD guaranteed loans work. You can research it on their website or on the internet, HUD is paid as a percentage of the loan amount that they guarantee. And since it is paid as a percentage of the loan, as the years pass and portions of the loan are repaid each year, this insurance amount will also decrease. 3) Another City News headline states “Loan seen as Co-op’s last chance.” Within the article, Daryl Johnson erroneously states that the “HUD mortgage represents a last chance for Co-op City to get its financial house in order.” There are several things wrong with these statements. Why is it a “last chance?” Is there some sort of ultimatum being imposed upon Co-op City; I don’t know of any. Also, as you continue, we see that the loan is consistently referred to as a “HUD mortgage” and this is not correct. Again, Wells Fargo Bank is lending the money,

and HUD is merely guaranteeing the loan. I think City News and Daryl Johnson are trying to falsely portray HUD as some type of bad influence that is about to wreck havoc in the community. Lastly on this point, Wells Fargo, along with HUD, NYC HDC and NYS SONYMA would not be involved in this loan if Riverbay’s financial house was not in order. A few things that everyone in the community should keep in mind is that your community is governed by 15 resident Board members. I believe mostly all of them are trying to do what they think is best for the community. While there are a lot of good things being done in Co-op City, sometimes time and money do not allow for everything to be accomplished. And a lot of times, not all 15 members agree on a topic, but after discussion, a compromise is usually reached that all can stand behind. If certain members of the Board continue to spew mistruths like the City News prints, this only makes the entire Board and community look bad. If one person doesn’t always get his or her way, they must learn to accept that – this is the reason there are 15 members so that all of Co-op City is represented. I also would be remiss if I didn't mention that a Director's Viewpoint is just that, an opportunity for a Director to express an opinion, but unfortunately, there have been recent instances where views are thrown out which have no basis in logic or reality. Accusations and false comparisons with apples and oranges, while conveniently omitting pertinent facts, either intentionally or from lack of knowledge, can hardly be taken seriously or accepted as truth. —Her ber t Fr eedm a n

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Offers Safe Driving Tips For Gridlock Alert Days BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day are known as “GRIDLOCK ALERT DAYS.” When possible, public transportation should be utilized instead of bringing cars into high traffic areas. The term GRIDLOCK refers to not being able to exit an intersection before the light turns red. Gridlock is a moving violation which can have a monetary fine, plus add points to your license. In some areas, cameras are in place for GRIDLOCK enforcement. Camera enforcement results in only a monetary fine for which the owner of the vehicle is responsible. As we enter the month of December, cold weather cannot be far behind. We have come to learn that there is nothing predictable about weather in the New York area. This week has let us know that winter is on its way. During winter weather, it becomes even more important to be sure to drive safely and obey traffic rules. Snow, ice and freezing rain present an increase in hazards for drivers and pedestrians alike. By allowing extra time for travel and avoiding unnecessary travel, readers can stay safe during adverse weather conditions. Extreme weather makes it even more important to be sure your car is in optimum condition with good tires. It is also important that all drivers and passengers BUCKLE UP for safety. Children should be secured in the proper restraint system for their age and weight, always in the rear seat of the vehicle. Never, ever put a rear facing infant seat in the front seat of an auto that has a passenger side airbag. The airbag can propel the car seat into the seat back with enough force to seriously injure or kill the child. Never hold a child on your lap while driving or while seated in the front seat. The force of the airbag throwing the child against you could be fatal. You should never take a child out of a car seat if they are fussing. Car seat in the rear seat is always the way to go, never regard not sitting in a car seat or sitting in the front seat as a reward. Children need to be buckled up in the rear seat of the vehicle properly restrained. Children aged 8 or over, weighing 100 pounds or more or taller than 4 feet, 9 inches may use a seat belt. Children between ages 4 and 8, 40 to 100 pounds should use a booster seat. Children 1 to 4 years of age should be in a child safety seat with a five point harness. Children younger than 1 should be placed in a rear facing infant seat in the back seat of the auto. Never use a car seat that has been in an accident, it may have sustained damage that is not visible. Car seat installation can seem difficult at first. It is very important that you carefully read the owner’s manual for both the car seat and for your auto. The LATCH system is an attempt to simplify car seat installation and make it universal from one car to another. The acronym LATCH stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. It includes Lower Anchorage points and top tether straps to fasten car seats. All vehicles manufactured after 2003 must have at least 2 LATCH points in the rear seat. Seat belts can still be used to install car seats. This is an option for a third seat or if installation in the center seat is desired. Information regarding the LATCH system and the installation of car seats may be found at the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration at 1 (888) DASH2DOT or on their website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ Certified child passenger safety technicians are available at various locations to check for the proper installation of car seats. To find out about car seat check locations, call 1 (866) SEAT CHECK or at their website at www.seatcheck.org. Every person riding in an automobile should wear a seatbelt. Seatbelts save lives. Airbags are not a substitute for seatbelts and are designed to be used in connection with seatbelts. An airbag comes out of the steering wheel or dashboard at a speed of 250 miles per hour. Without a seatbelt, the force of an airbag can cause serious injuries to the front seat passenger and driver. Wearing a seatbelt in a vehicle equipped with airbags will minimize injuries in otherwise life threatening collision. Seatbelts will prevent the wearer from being thrown from the automobile in the case of a collision. Today’s automobiles are designed to keep the passenger compartment intact in the event of a collision. Without a seatbelt,

you will not remain within that safety zone. Unsecured persons in a vehicle continue to travel at the vehicle’s speed until they strike a solid object within or outside the vehicle. Internal organs of the unbelted person then collide with the skeletal system causing serious internal injuries. An unbelted person also serves as a projectile and can cause injuries to other persons in the vehicle. A person properly restrained stays within the vehicle’s safety zone and comes to a slower stop thereby minimizing injuries. Unexpected slippery patches present additional hazards for runners, pedestrians, skaters and cyclists. Drivers need to be extra alert this time of the year as some areas of the roadway may freeze before other areas. Precipitation that is wet when falling can rapidly freeze while it is on the ground. Pedestrians may find streets to be less slippery after freshly fallen snow. Drivers, cyclists, skaters and pedestrians need to be alert at all times. Changing weather conditions create new hazards on the roadways. Drivers should consider taking a Defensive Driver Training Course. These courses teach drivers tactics in becoming a safer driver plus provide an insurance discount and possible point reduction. Riverbay Corporation is happy to announce a $5 discount on the National Safety Council’s new online 6 hour course. Enter referral code #664 at www.ddcnsc.org/ny to receive your $5 discount off the Online Driving Course. The course is regularly $39.95, comes out to $34.95 with the discount. The course is an interactive, informative course. You have one month to complete the course in as

many sessions as you desire. Users have three attempts to score at least 75% on the exam at the end to receive credit. The online course offers the same benefits as the live course. A computer with a flash drive is required; Visit the website for more information. 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. If consuming alcoholic beverages is a part of your winter fun, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Public Safety Blotter: November 20 - 24 Novem b er 24, Sid e of 140 Bella m y L oop A female complainant reported that three unknown males grabbed her purse and fled into the Adler Townhouses. CCPD units conducted a search and located the victim's purse. This matter is under investigation. Novem b er 23, 140 Deb s P la ce CCPD officers responded to investigate a report of a man sleeping. The individual became belligerent and refused to cooperate with officers. The male was arrested

and issued a summons for disorderly conduct. Novem b er 21, Asch L oop CCPD was called to this location to investigate an accident involving a bicyclist and a NYCTA bus. The cyclist received minor injuries and was transported to a local area hospital for treatment. Novem b er 20, 750 Ba ychest er Aven u e A cooperator reported that her car was stolen from this location. A search of the area yielded negative results.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Thanks for supporting first annual college and career fair First let me say, thank you again, to Director’s Viewpoint The old Bingo Hall is all the volunteers and vendors who supup for grabs. Again, we ported our First Annual College and have to contend with those Career Fair. Also, yes, we have copies of who would like for private Assistant Secretary the 16 Page Planning and Paying for money to be made from us College handout for those who missed for the budget as opposed to a facility for all our the event. If you have someone in college youth. Must we just settle for baseball? Why no and would like the information, just give movement for a track field, a football field? How me a call. Also, if you are a parent or long has the request been on the table? grandparent, additional information was A few years ago, on my first run for the Board, I left about the NY’s 529 College Saving asked, (on my flyer) “And How Are Our Children in Program. If you have a newborn, now is Co-op City?” At the time, I was unaware of the the time to start saving. Riverbay Fund and suggested a Co-op City For those who are concerned about why I voted for Children’s Fund. This fund would provide seed Marion Scott Realty, Inc. to obtain a one year contract, money/grants for special events. I suggested $1 per I had no realistic choice. According to HUD regulahousehold monthly for this fund. Anyway, if you save tions, the Riverbay Corporation must have a manageold flyers, you can read more about this idea. ment company in place in order for the loan to be approved. The contract for Marion Scott Realty was presented by our attorney at the same meeting the Board had to vote to proceed or not to proceed with the loan. Also, the management company had received a letter of approval from HCR that was attached to the package deal. Our Board has yet to conduct a formal evaluation. For a new Board member, this delay is a good thing because I am now aware that at least two of the Marion Scott staff members we pay are also on the payroll for Rochdale Village. Therefore, this has to be taken into consideration when conducting an evaluation. I also experienced how we had a contractor who ran out of money, kept working, ran up a $700,000 debt, then attended the Board meeting with Management requesting a “Change Order.” What do you do? Say no or approve the expenditures with a promise they wouldn’t do it again? This is just one example of how “Change Orders” work. I have a lot to learn about how our money is managed and spent. I am now very clear on how “Change Orders” work and how this process can potentially cause havoc to our budget. It was also made clear at the meeting that in order for another management company to be considered, they would have to be vetted by HCR and possibly HUD, etc. Reportedly, this process usually takes six months. What I recently suggested to an organization is to begin a search committee for management companies as the Board has no short list of possibilities at this time. If we don’t receive any suggestions from individuals or organizations, how can we open up the bidding process before the end of the present one year contract (October, 2013). If we don’t have any suggestions by May, 2013 from Board members, cooperators or organizations, then we will have no recourse but to keep the management company we have. The fact that cooperators are writing letters and addressing Board members who are pro-privatization is a good thing. It will be an ongoing struggle to maintain affordable housing due to greed and lack of concern for the working middle-class. If we are having problems now maintaining 99% occupancy, what will change if we charge market-rate prices to obtain an apartment?

Evelyn Turner

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Now that I am aware of the Riverbay Fund, I would like to suggest that cooperators consider earmarking an end of the year gift to the Riverbay Fund for the next 2013 College & Career Fair. Any amount would guarantee a repeat of this wonderful service for all our children. I love my community and will never give up on enhancing the quality of life of everyone. On behalf of my community, I will be reaching outside of the Bronx for support as my tax dollars travel outside the Bronx. Please support the Chairman of the Youth Committee, Eleanor Bailey, as she moves the agenda for the use of the old Bingo Hall for Co-op City youth. Continue to write/call to express yourself and your ideas. Evelyn M. Turner - 718-320-8088 or cell 917324-1033 or write: Evelyn M. Turner, Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Building 34 Association The past week, many of you noticed members of the building association sitting in the lobby collecting for the building staff. These collections will continue on December 1st and 4th. Please give this holiday season to those staff people who help to maintain our building throughout the year in many different ways. Plans for our holiday celebration on December 14th are

ongoing. We would like to make this kick off to the holidays a joyous event with friends and neighbors. Please feel free to give to anyone sitting at the collection table information on your pot luck contribution. Lobby decorating will take place shortly and we are looking for volunteers to help, especially the young people. There will be a floor captains’ meeting, December 3rd

at 7 p.m. in the meeting room. Please contact Pauline Warren for further details. This season may be a difficult time for many people. Please remember and reach out to your elderly, sick and recently bereaved neighbors to see if you can be of any assistance. —L a Ver n e F loyd

Building 33 Association The association hopes everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday. Due to the storm, we were unable to give the Halloween Party. The Halloween Party is my favorite party, just watching the kids enjoy their costumes and running around collecting candy. We will give the children a Christmas Party this year in the back room to make up for Halloween. The clown we hired for Halloween will be coming for Christmas. We finally had a parent come forward this year and agree to play Santa. What a pleasure it was to have a cooperator come forward and do something for the building. I am happy to announce we have two female cooperators willing to join our board. I am so happy to have these two young mothers willing to give us a much needed hand. So I can see Bldg. 33 is finally waking up. Thank you so much, Princess and Sherie. The building basement ash cart room is for items that should not go down the garbage shoot, such as big boxes, old furniture, etc. I was in the laundry room and saw raw

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garbage against the wall, bags and bags of garbage that should have went down the shoot. This kind of action is what brings roaches and mice to our apartments. So please, dispose of your garbage correctly. This year, we will be in the lobby collecting Christmas money for our porters. In the past, we would collect enough building dues to cover the gift for the porters. Now, it seems a lot of cooperators do not give. We have 384 apartments, we collected money from 120 apartments which is not enough. So we have to have a special collection – I hope this works. If you like the way they keep our building, then you will have no problem giving. Our sincere sympathy to Romona Perez Childers on the loss of her son, Vincent, who has been a Bldg. 33 cooperator for over 30 years. May he rest in peace. Our prayers go out to Lillita Power, who is in a nursing home. May she recover soon. Our prayers go out to all of —Pa tr icia Bona pa r t e the sick and shut ins.

Building 16 Association The next Building 16 Association meeting will be held on Dec. 10th. Please bring your ideas for the upcoming year. Our fish fry was cancelled because of the weather. We hope to have one at a later date. The Thanksgiving basket was drawn on November 19th. The A side winnings 2 and the B Side winnings 4 were each donated to the less fortunate. We want to thank the two winners for their generous contributions. Our Christmas party will be held on December 20th from

noon to 4 p.m. We will be collecting for the porters and lobby attendants on December 7 and 8th. We hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving. Don’t forget to check on your neighbor. You are your brother’s keeper. Those with special occasions, congratulations. For the sick and shut-in, get well soon. To the bereaved, you have our sympathies and prayers. Come out and let your voice be heard. —C la r a C oston

Hello Building 19 & Co-op City cooperators! Today from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. will begin the annual holiday collection for our porters. The next collection days are: Thursday, December 6th from 6-8 p.m.; Friday, December 7th from 6-8 p.m. More dates will follow. Please support fellow cooperator 10 year old Tiffany Challenger as she collects for victims affected by Hurricane Sandy. Tiffany will be in the lobby on Saturday, December 8th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 9th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you have anything to donate, please bring your items to the lobby. Tiffany is asking for donations from Building 19, Co-op City cooperators and anyone who is able to donate. Please join us on Friday, December 7th starting at 6 p.m., as we decorate our lobby for the upcoming holiday season. ALL ARE WELCOME, SO PLEASE COME DOWN! Refreshments will be served. Sending get well wishes to cooperators who are ill or recuperating. Sending condolences to cooperators who have lost a loved one. We can be reached at bldg19assoc@gmail.com. —Va lencia P in ckn ey

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Wells Fargo - HUD Loan Signed The Wells Fargo - HUD loan should be signed by the time that you read this article. Now, since we'll be moving on from this matter, let's review some final points on this loan. Loa n F ina liza t ion There's been a lot of back-and-forth on this loan. However, here's the deal. The term for this $621,500,000 loan will be 420 months, or 35 years, at an interest rate of 2.4%. Now, we're paying over $38 million a year to the New York Community Bank for our current 5.75% mortgage. And, this payment would have increased along with our interest rate if we did not receive this new loan. However, please look at the following schedule and you'll see a reduction of about $10 million a year with this new loan. The pa yments will b e m a de a ccor ding t o t he following schedule: Months 1-27 = $2,342,547.68; Months 28-47 = $2,230,583.52; Months 48-50 = $2,218,936.91; Months 51-59 = $2,205,946.24; Months 60-102 = $2,184,779.89; Months 103-121 = $2,169,535.70; Months 122-420 = $2,162,566.02. And, as mentioned before, the NYC Housing Development Corporation (HDC), insured $15 million of this loan. Also, the State of New York Mortgage Association (SONYMA) insured $55 million of this loan. So, according to our commitment, both of these agencies should have been paid $350,000 at the closing to cover the first year of their fees. Thereafter, we'll have to place $29,167 a month into an escrow account to cover these fees. Additionally, according to our commitment, there should have been a certifi-

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cation about the continued funding of our pension fund and our mandated HUD insurance requirements. Mitchell-L am a Requir em ent One of our biggest requirements is that we stay in the Mitchell-Lama program for the duration of this loan. However, there are provisions that let us prepay this loan, some with penalties. Now, here are the penalties if we want to prepay this loan: Years 1-2: We cannot prepay this loan; Year 3: 8%; Year 4: 7%; Year 5: 6%; Year 6: 5%; Year 7: 4%; Year 8: 3%; Year 9: 2%; Year 10: 1%; Years 11-35: There are no prepayment penalties. Sounds good, right? However, please keep in mind that HUD is going to be watching our business practices very closely. H UD Over sight According to the commitment, we should have provided HUD with a statement of our outstanding items for payment, accounts payables. Additionally, we needed an escrow account for all payables past 30 days. HUD also requires monthly accounting reports and an annual audit of our financial records. Now, some people might think that there are too many requirements for HUD. However, did you look up and read the shocking allegations in the '2007 NYS Inspector General Report for Co-op

Building 31 Association We wish to say THANKS to our Public Safety Department’s Chief Frank Apollo for speaking at our last general meeting. He shared his background with us and informed us that he is accessible to all of us, including by email. He left pamphlets for the R.U.O.K program which is for any age needing the telephone reassurance program. Call 718-320-3330 for additional information or seek out your association for an application. He also gave us senior awareness tips. If you were not at the meeting, you missed a wealth of information. We are fortunate to have a terrific Safety Department which includes our lobby attendants. “If you see something, say something” is their motto, which has become ours as well. We need them and they need us as their eyes and ears of the community. There are call boxes in the lobby and along the greenway for emergency use. Chief Apollo stated if at any time you feel unsafe, utilize them. There were a few concerns raised about dogs housed in apartments in our building, and again it is up to us, we have to call security. He was also asked about possibly getting CPR training for cooperators at one of our meetings, and he will be look-

ing into that. The Christmas holiday celebration is about to begin and there is so much for us to do. We will be sitting in the lobby on Wed., 12/12; Fri., 12/14, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sat., 12/15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to collect for our porters and lobby attendants. Decoration of our lobbies will begin on Fri., 11/30, 4 p.m. and Sat., 12/1, 11 a.m., and if you’re interested, come to the lobby and join in on the fun. Volunteers are always welcome for the A side, speak to Marilyn or Loretta; and on the B side, speak to Robert or Joyce who will be in the lobby on the aforementioned dates. Please check the flyers posted regarding different events scheduled throughout the month of December, such as our children’s party, Sat., 12/22, and the adult party, Fri., 12/21. If you’re interested in volunteering for any event, call Marilyn, 718-320-2631 or Robert, 718-320-2656. We had 2 lucky winners from the B side at our meeting—the 50/50 went to Daniel Dixon; door prize was won by Frank Rogers. Hope you make the next meeting and possibly a win for you. —M a r ilyn M cDa n iel

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City?' And, did you see how the Board is denied the right to see our $60 million payroll? Again, who is on this $60 million payroll? If the Board and I can't see it, then it will be wonderful to see the federal HUD auditors undoubtedly demand the payroll, the employee names, the time stamps, the work assignments, the job locations, and everything else. Again, everything can be reviewed. Now, I was prepared to audit every single piece of our payroll--every single thing! And, there was opposition to this basic Board right. Therefore, some people said, "Daryl, you should go to court and demand to see this payroll." However, I clearly knew that the law was on my side and that I would have won this case. Nevertheless, I made a decision to not go to court. And now, you can be sure that we'll have to deal with HUD. And, guess what? The Board and Management will not be able to stop a federal review of this payroll. So, as you can see, it's best to 'Let go and let God.' Amazing, huh? HUD Ta kes over Phila delphia Housing Aut hor ity According to published reports, the Philadelphia Housing Authority spent millions of dollars on some very questionable items. Now, although we have over 50,000 people who live here, the Philadelphia Housing Authority has 80,000 people living within their units. Plus, they receive $371 million in funding from HUD and other sources. At any rate, HUD conducted an audit of their finances. The U.S. Attorney's office issued subpoenas of their records. And, after all was said and done, HUD

wanted the Board to step down. Thereafter, the Board members stepped down and HUD took over the Philadelphia Housing Authority. Now, there were a lot of other incredible details to this case. However, I have space limitations. Nevertheless, I wrote about this case because I want the community to see that things can change under HUD's control of our community. Now, that doesn't mean that they're going to be ruthless with us. However, based on their insistence of us having specific escrow accounts for many items, I think that we won't have the ability to spend our money like before. Example: Will they allow us to pay two people $910,000 to help out at our power plant, give them an apartment free of carrying charges, $50 a day for food, plus free parking? What about those new lobby plans? We need the ADA doors. However, there's an amazing proposal on the table right now that could cost this community millions of dollars for a redesign of the lobbies. Really? With what money? An increase on this loan? Close I cannot wait for those loan papers to get signed. In the meantime, please have a wonderful holiday season. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corp., 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylh johnson@optonline.net. Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Opinions are not facts I sincerely trust that all of you had a Director’s Viewpoint is mismanaging the corpowonderful Thanksgiving with family and ration’s money, bring your loved ones. We who live in Co-op City information to the Board have much to be thankful for. One only of Directors or to the has to see the devastation of some comproper legal authorities. munities caused by Tropical Storm The Inspector General did an investigation a Sandy to realize this. few years back where they asked and received As many of the cooperators who have boxes of years worth of Riverbay records and supported me for my many years as a Board Business Meeting Minutes. Nothing Riverbay Board Director already know, I illegal was ever found. do not write a viewpoint often, only In addition, the 2007 state Inspector General when I feel that I have something imporReport that the Director is now holding up as tant to say. “Exhibit A” was on the state Division of Week after week, I read a fellow Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) Director’s viewpoint and it is the same old rhetoric. oversight of its Mitchell-Lama portfolio, which First of all, I want it understood that I am not an apolincludes Co-op City as well as other similar developogist for Marion Scott management. I have, in the past and still continue, to speak my mind when I believe that they are not acting in the best interest of this community. However, I wonder if this particular Director knows where Co-op City would be if it were not for the $480 million loan from New York Community Bank in 2004 that Marion Scott management is responsible for. Our garages would have remained closed, there would be no cogeneration plant, the terraces and facades of our buildings would continue to crumble, plus the window replacement program would never had come to a reality. Do I think our Management team is perfect? Absolutely not. But please let us all give them credit for what they have done and continue to do for this community. Herb Freedman has worked diligently to bring the $621 million HUD loan guarantee to realization. WE NEVER LIVED LARGE on the $480 million loan from New York Community Bank as this Director believes, but used the money to keep Co-op City viable so that we could continue to enjoy our homes. This Director was not on the Board at that time and I wonder where he was when all of this work was going on in our community in an effort to restore the aging buildings and infrastructure. He obviously has a misguided vendetta against Marion Scott management. This has made him now become “A POSTER CHILD” and the unwitting pawn of the City News and their attempt to tear down our community. Other Board Directors have found themselves the “STAR” of the City News, only to be dropped when they were no longer useful. The owner of the City News is a multi-millionaire who lives in Connecticut and the reporter lives in Riverdale. I am sure neither would have anyone malign their community. I implore this Director to please stop letting the City News exploit him or you can be assured that he will be dropped from their weekly tabloid as soon as he is of no use to them. We are 15 Board Directors with 15 different opinions which are healthy. What a boring world it would be if everyone thought alike. My wish is that the 15 of us work together and not try to be a 1 person Board. When we sign our oath after we are sworn in as Board Directors, it states that we will “work with the other members of the Board of Directors, as a whole, to develop and to oversee policy for the good of the entire Co-op City community.” Unfortunately, our Board members need to be reminded of this oath. If a Director sees and has proof that Management

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ments during the period 2003 to 2006. Have changes been made at DHCR and at Co-op City since that time? I would hope so. But what is certain is that the Riverbay Corporation has undergone a very detailed and exhaustive review of its finances, governance and supervision over the past 3 years for us to qualify for a $621 Million HUD guaranteed refinancing loan from Wells Fargo with even the city and state being willing to put up a top loss guarantee of some $70M to ensure that this historic and unprecedented guarantee becomes a reality. Surely, if there was something to be found, it would have been uncovered already. Opinions are not facts and unsubstantiated allegations do no one any good, least of all our community. Have a great week and be careful and safe as you go about your holiday shopping.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Black Forum Defensive Driving resumes next week Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, December 8, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Aqueduct Casino We’re going to Aqueduct Casino on Saturday, December 15, leaving from Dreiser Rehab at 2 p.m. sharp, back of the Library on Asch Loop at 2:15 p.m. and 135 Einstein Loop at 2:30 p.m. Returning

to Co-op City at 8:30 p.m. We need 40 people at $20 a piece. Call today for your seat; Seats are going fast, (718) 3208035. Wiz of Oz a u dit ion s con t in u e Wiz of Oz rehearsals every Saturday this month in Room 1 of the Dreiser Center at 1:30 p.m. SHARP. The play will be held on Sunday, December 9. Three (3) more actors/actresses between the ages of 14-18 ONLY are needed. Ability to sing and dance a MUST. Come to Room 1 on Saturday. Not ice: All Section 5 food p a n t r y pa r t icip a n t s All Section 5 residents must pick up their food packages on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Church of Co-op City. You must bring your white cards to be able to pick up

your food. For more information, please call (718) 320-8035. Bla ck For u m Aer ob ics in session Aerobics classes are held every Monday and Wednesday, Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class. E m er gen cy Food P r ogr a m We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non

or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. Volu n t eer s wa nt ed We need volunteers for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Call (718) 320-8035. We Need You - Join Us Today Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony I llis

Building 21 Association It’s not difficult… We are moving closer to the holidays and most of us are worried about the economy. Even here in Co-op City, we are feeling the strain. This is one of the reasons why we need to come together for better solutions to our ever increasing financial strains. Your Building Association is trying to create an atmosphere that promotes quality of life and resources that empower us. At our last meeting, we welcomed our

General Manager, Mr. Vernon Cooper. He graciously answered all of our questions and gave us insight on things to come. The cooperator turnout was great, but 35 out of over 2,000 in our building…surely we can do better. There is so much that we must accomplish and we will. It would be so much easier if most of you were involved. You can start by volunteering to decorate your lobby on Saturday, December 8. We will be meeting at the Association Room in the back of Building 21B at 9:00 a.m. Just 1

Building 26 Association Fall greetings to all of our Co-op City residents, families, neighbors, friends, and merchants. It’s gotten very cold, reminding us that winter is quickly approaching. Dress warmly, use hand sanitizers, and stay healthy! Greetings and congratulations to all who are celebrating birthdays, new births, wedding anniversaries and other celebrated events during the month of December. Our sincere condolences to those families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. May your loved one be eternally blessed. And may you and your families also be blessed during your time of bereavement. On Wednesday, December 5, through Friday, December 7, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in your respective lobby, representatives from our building association will be collecting holiday donations for our porters. Your generous contributions, as always, will greatly be appreciated. Our next building association meeting

is Tuesday, December 11, at 7:30 p.m., rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue. Come to attend with your questions, comments, and recommendations. Refreshments will be served along with a 50/50 raffle. Health Tip - As you try to combat some of the pounds gained from your delicious Thanksgiving meals, use some sort of spray oil instead of liquid oils or butter to cook your favorite dish. Spray oils have less calories and you really don’t need to use too much of it. If you must use a liquid oil, use virgin olive oil. It’s good for your body. 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. And please be vigilant. If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for all other non-emergency complaints. The life you save could be your own. —Yu Vonn e L ewis

Association of Building 14 Cooperators Although the memories of the Thanksgiving holiday seem to have faded quickly, giving way to the winter holiday season, we certainly hope that you and yours had a bountiful feast over good conversations. So, here’s what’s happening through the Association as we move closer to celebrating and making the winter holiday season a festive one: Lobby Decoration, December 6th, starts at approximately 6:00 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to bring their creativity, handyman skills and a Christmas ornament representative of their family. Collection for building staff will start Friday evening, December 7th, continue on Saturday morning and evening,

December 8th, then finish on Sunday afternoon, December 9th. Once finalized, an official collection schedule will be posted in the lobby and bulletin boards. Members are needed to assist Committee persons with the collection, preferably to sit for at least 1½ - 2 hour shifts. H olid a y Build in g P a r ty: Our annual holiday party is scheduled for Thursday, December 13th in the building lobby. As usual, there will be a nice spread of holiday finger foods and delectable desserts. Take a moment to spread holiday cheers and to meet your neighbors. Please plan to help with the decorations, collection and, of course, attend the party. Hope to see you there! —J D Fer guson

hour from 20 people in each lobby would make a major difference. If you just gave one hour of your time, most of you would have no reason to find ways to duck in and out of the building without being seen while 3 people are volunteering trying to beautify your lobby. Instead, you can join us by giving at least an hour of your time. All three buildings will be ready for your decorative ideas at 9:00 a.m. We will be expecting at least 1 member from each apartment to participate. We will also be collecting dues of

$5 in the lobby from 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, December 18. Let’s make it a holiday celebration. Way too often, we find ourselves looking for that thing that will change our lives, that person who will lead us to prosperity, maybe the answer was at our last meeting. Maybe you missed it. Maybe it will be at our next meeting on Tuesday, December 18, at 7 p.m. in the back of Building 21B. —Kevin Lambright

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Frankly speaking... If all goes well, and I see no reason it won't, by the time you are reading this, Director’s the guaranteed mortgage with HUD, underwritten by Wells Fargo Bank, should be a reality. This is no small achievement and is definitely a step in the right direction, saving us millions of dollars in interest payments. However, this is not the end, but really should mark a new beginning. We need a different course of action in Co-op City if we are not going to repeat the mistakes of the past. The Riverbay Board of Directors needs to work and function as a responsible, cohesive governing body representing the best interests of you, the cooperators, who live here. Unfortunately, I see too many cases of lone Directors running about pursuing pet projects that may stroke their own egos, but really have nothing to do with improving life for cooperators in the community at large. And then, there is also an element on the Board that is too extreme and if their intentions, no matter how much they believe they are right, are allowed to continue unchecked, I shudder at the dire consequences that Co-op City would be burdened with and have to endure as a result. What we need is more dialogue, more respect for fellow Board Directors, and more of a centrist approach to matters. We can find solutions and answers to problems working together, however, if everyone goes off in separate directions marching to the beat of their own drummer, nothing can be accom-

plished. The previous ingrained culture of corruption, the days of fear and intimidation, and passing the buck by hiding and not being willing to make decisions must end for good, for all time. And I believe a new era with Management, or relationship between the Board and Management, is going to have to earnestly be worked at in a manner that is cooperator friendly and doing what is best for this community which means being transparent, honest and accountable. The reason I'm saying this is because it was revealed at the last Board meeting that a significant amount of money was owed to a contractor for work that was never authorized or came before the Board for approval until the work was complete. This, giving the benefit of the doubt, is a clear case of policy where the right hand and left hand at Riverbay don't know what the other is doing or is needed. The Riverbay Board needs to be more in tune, with more executive sessions setting policy goals with a time frame. I believe this should have never occurred, this unauthorized work, despite the fact it was probably a necessary and required evil. I also believe some of these things happen too frequently and are happening too much, and despite the fact we are receiving a $621 million guaranteed mortgage refinancing loan, after we pay off New York Community Bank there isn't that much left over for our own usage. And that is where

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we need to implement frugal, cost effective, cost analysis, and all of these accountability steps ought to be taken with the money we have left to ensure our quality of life in Co-op City. We have major work needed with the new configuration of our building lobbies, the exits and entrances, and some other costly projects to undertake, however, we have made significant gains in the last couple of years compared to the state of decay that some previous felonious individuals left this place in, and these are the type of people we have to guard against in the future. Never again, but I have also said in previous Viewpoints I see a group of cooperators due to antisocial behavior if left unchecked, they will drive another wedge in this community. Therefore, I'm asking anyone if you see someone doing something wrong, report it. Don't worry, you're not snitching, but there's a certain decorum we must maintain. I think this community ought to be proud of where we live, and where we are because I believe we are setting the groundwork and foundation for the next 50 years, but we have to do it together. I also want to say thanks and kudos to Evelyn Turner for her hard work on behalf of our youth. It's a beginning and hopefully there will be more to come because the importance of education is something we must convey to our children. Let me hear from you, give me a call at (718) 3208035, or email me at tonyshome10475@gmail.com – no attachments, please.

National Council of Negro Women As we approach the holiday season, please keep in mind those who are less fortunate or those who may have experienced the wrath of Hurricane Sandy. Keeping with the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune, the founder of NCNW, we will be collecting items for children and teens to donate to a local shelter and to some of those who were affected by “Sandy.” We will be collecting new and unwrapped toys, books, hat, scarves, sock, and pampers. Please drop off your donation Saturdays, December 1, 8, and 15 from 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Dreiser Community Center, Room 14. For further information, please contact the Youth Committee Chairperson at (917) 399-2643.. Come see the cherry blossoms in

Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club Please join us at our last meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 6, at 7:00 p.m., Einstein Community Center, Room 35. We will be celebrating the November 2012 Election Results and making plans to move FORWARD! We have several issues to discuss, as well as make plans for the new year. What are some items you want to present to the newly elected City Council member? We need to discuss if the perception is that he will be representing all citizens or just those who voted/endorsed him. Please come out and share your ideas. A special thanks to the members who volunteered at the First College & Career Fair. New members are welcome. Dues are only $20 yearly. — E ve l y n M . Tu r n e r

A Mess age from C.S.O. Dept: Hammering after 6 p.m., vacuuming after 9 p.m., music or TVs played very loudly at any hour, doors slamming constantly at all hours... these are just a few examples of what can disturb the peace of fellow cooperators. Please, let’s work together to make Co-op City a peaceful community.

Wa s h i n g t o n , D C . Join us for a guided tour of Washington, DC, April 5 – 8, 2013 featuring tours of: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial, WW II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Smithsonian Institution, US Capital, Embassy Row, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House. Motor Coach transportation. Cost: Doubles, $419; Singles, $539. For more information, contact: 718-671-4804, 718-655-9034 or 718-320-9694. Our S atur day Educ a tiona l P rogra m for 2 0 1 2 - 2 1 1 3 . Children in Grades 2-8 will receive small group instruction in reading and mathematics each Saturday during the school year with certified

teachers in Room 14, Dreiser Community Center. Registration continuing each Saturday as space allows, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For further information, call (718) 655 9034 or (718) 671-2555. R e m i n d e r : General membership meeting 2nd Sunday of the month at 3:00 p.m., Dreiser Community Center, Room 11. Please come out and join us. Speedy get well wishes being sent to Lunette Wright. To our sick and shut-in, you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore to notify us of birthday, illness or the death of a member, 718-671-3721. Happy birthday to our December members. —M ax i n e S u l l ivan

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African-American Association C hr ist ma s M em ber ship M eet ing: On December 8th, the Association will have its Annual Christmas Party following the regularly scheduled meeting at 4:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. In the spirit of Christmas, please feel free to share your talents in the areas of song, dance, comedy, etc. There will be a grab-bag of gifts, if you would like to participate. The suggested cost of the gift should be $10 or less. All members are invited to assist with decorating on Friday evening, 12/7 at 6:30 p.m. Looking forward to seeing all of our members. The following are ongoing programs which the Association sponsors and encourages your participation: Z u m b a F it n ess C la sses – Mondays, 6:00 p.m. Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $5; Registration: $15. Call 917-459-4491. E d u ca tion – The Per Ankh Study Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays,

7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-379-5555. Yoga & P ila t es M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $12-$15; Registration: $15. Call 718-671-8364. C om p u t er /L a p t op C la sses – Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Fee: $5; members get one free class. Call 718-379-5555. Be lly Da n cin g C la sses – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Fee: $15; Registration: $15. Call 646-301-9438. E ven in g L in e Da n cin g C la sses – Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Fee: $5 per hour; Registration: $15. Call 917-903-7073. J ob s/E nt r epr en eur ia l Wor ksh ops – Meets every 1st Thursday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3201424.

Alvin Ailey Am er ica n Da n ce T h ea t er – Holiday tickets for December 15th matinees at City Center. Prices: $35 and $40. Call 718-379-5555. J u st ice for R a m a r ley Gr a h a m – The trial scheduled for 9/13/12 was adjourned to 12/11/12 at the Bronx Criminal Courthouse, 265 E. 161st Street. Please arrive at 8:30 a.m., as there will be many supporters in attendance. The Association will continue its vigilance. Sta t e of th e Bla ck Wor ld C on fer ence I I I – On Nov. 14th-18th, members of the Association attended the Institute of the Black World 21st Century’s third Conference at Howard University, Washington, D.C. Some of the goals were: To provide an analysis of the State of Black America and the Pan African World; Assess the significance of the 2012 Presidential Election on Black families and communities; To provide opportuni-

ties for networking, information sharing and relationship-building. The Conference convened with a Town Hall Meeting with panelists Susan Taylor, George Fraser, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Rev. Dr. Willie Wilson, Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, Jeff Johnson, Attorney Faya Ora Toure Rose Sanders and Dr. Mtangulizi Sanyika. The Association will present a viewing of this discussion Sunday, 12/2, 3:00 p.m. Kindly RSVP ASAP, 718-379-5555. Also call if you would like to purchase a copy. Gen er a l M em ber ship M eet ing – Sat., Dec. 8th at 4 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you cannot attend, you may send your membership check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. —F r a n cin e R . J on es

Co-op City Little League Baseball 2013 Season Registration The Co-op City Little League baseball registration for the 2013 Season is ongoing until the end of December. Afterwards, there will be a waiting list. Partial sign up payment accepted. There’s a discount for siblings. In addition, pay in full and be eligible for entry in a complete fee refund (less cost of fundraiser) raffle to be held at the General Meeting. Registration dates are Fridays, Dec.

7th & 14th, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., and Saturdays, Dec. 1st, 8th, and 15th, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Dreiser Loop Community Center, Rm. 17. The league is open to boys, young men, girls and young women ranging in age from 4 (four) through 16 (sixteen). The winter baseball clinics, offered at no extra cost to the registered players, will start in January, 2013 and continue on till

the end of March. In addition, the league provides full playing uniform, including baseball jersey, pants, cap, and socks. The Annual CCLL Board-Parents General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at the Dreiser Loop Community Center, Auditorium A, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Included on the agenda will be the introduction of the CCLL Board members and managers, updates on the

league programs, the league’s picture day scheduled date, and distribution of Modell’s Sporting Good Store discount coupons. Also, player’s door prizes and registration fee refund raffles will take place. For more information on the CCLL baseball programs and registration fee, visit the website at www.coopcityll.tk. —H ect or Aya la

Co-op City Branch of the NAACP The NAACP, Co-op City Branch apologizes for the November 27th cancellation and is determined to rededicate to the goals of the NAACP, the oldest national civil rights organization. Membership is great, but involvement and participation are required. Workers at the core need volunteers to reactivate the NAACP peaceful soldiers marching to the tune of “ Lift Every Voice and Sing.” THE NEXT MEETING OF THE COOP CITY BRANCH OF THE NAACP IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 3:00 P.M. IN ROOM 36, EINSTEIN COMMUNITY CENTER, EINSTEIN LOOP. A slate will be presented then, for your vote, for four (4) hours, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thank you to the members of the election committee for their work. The nominating committee, established in September has since

suffered with illness and incapacitation. Tuesday, October 23, the committee proposed a slate, but with openings. To run for a position, membership since April is required; members achieving membership, thirty days before can vote. Nominations can be taken from the floor with three (3) signed petitions. Tuesday, November 20th at the recent Executive Committee Meeting, the slate was resubmitted. However, that list was not complete. Members/readers, go to the national website: http://www.naacp.org/ get inspired and contact us through evalazaar@gmail.com. “Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest and largest civil rights organization. From the ballot box to the classroom, the thousands of dedicated workers, organizers, leaders and members who make up the NAACP continue to fight for social justice for all

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Americans.” Hilary O. Shelton, NAACP Washington Bureau and Senior Vice President for Advocacy and Policy, published the NAACP’s perspective on “The Fiscal Cliff;” http://www.naacp.org/ action-alerts/ entry/naacp-calls-on-congress-to-preventthe-nation-from-falling-over-the-fiscal. The NAACP is calling on Congress to prevent us from “Falling over the “Fiscal Cliff”! The NAACP urges development of a fair and balanced federal budget. Action must be taken before January 2, 2013, or the United States will be faced with “the fiscal cliff.” This equals spending cuts of about $109 billion per year: this means that almost every federal discretionary program will be facing a reduction of approximately 8.6%. Also, a number of tax cuts which were first enacted under President George W. Bush, and which affect all Americans,

from the wealthiest to those with low income, will expire as of December 31, 2012.” The federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation program, which currently helps more than 5 million long-term unemployed Americans, ends December 31, 2012. Please continue to assist victims of Hurricane Sandy through the channels published on legitimate networks. We give thanks to all who help keep us safe. This press release is submitted with the approval of President of the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP, Jeannette Graves. All meetings of Branch 2210 are held in Room 36, Einstein Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop. To share news and to contact us, write the Coop City Branch of the NAACP, P.O. Box 753111, and Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or email, evalazaar@gmail.com. —Eva Kinda ichi-L a za a r

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop Come join the fun! The RETIREES HOLIDAY LUNCHEON will be held on Thursday, December 6, at the Marina del Rey from 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and the price is $75. Your ticket price includes transportation on a first paid, first seated basis. You can get your tickets from Beverly Waller, Ida Morton or Virginia Stewart (718-379-0377) in Clubroom 19 on Mondays and Thursdays (after 3:00 p.m.). T R AVE L I NG E VE NT S (2013): Hold the Dates: Jan. 23rd (Wed.) Resorts World Casino/Aqueduct (additional info. to follow). May 20-25th (Mon.-Sat.), $579per/ double. Florida: Amelia Island, St. Augustine,

and Jacksonville – Guided tours. June 29th (Sat.), Senior Day Picnic, Holiday Hills (additional info. to follow). Sept. 16-18th, (Mon.-Wed.), $319 per/double. Washington, DC. Guided tours including the White House Photo Opportunity. (Contacts: Beverly James, 718-379-0377 and Claudette Davis, 718379-4784). NOT E : NO refund after final payment deadline (15 days prior to trip date)Replacements gladly accepted. We encourage payment for Travel Insurance coverage when making initial deposit for trips. T HE AT R E C O M M I T T E E : All program prices (check/money) include transportation from Dreiser Loop.

NE W AND E XC I T I NG : Mon., Dec. 1st – Celebrating Legends, both past and present at BIRDLAND, W. 44 St. 5:30 p.m. (Leaving at 3:30 p.m.) See Paisley. Fri., Dec. 7th – Dempsey Theater, W. 127 St. 7:30 p.m. at $35/per. The Vy Higginsen’s “Gospel for Teens Choir,” Harlem Holiday Benefit Concert. (Leaving 6:00 p.m.) See Delores D. Sun., Dec. 16th – John Jay College at the Gerard W Lynch Theatre, W. 59th St., 4:00 p.m. at $55. NATIVITY (Birth of a King), as seen through the artistic expression of dance and song. (Leaving at 2:30 p.m.) See Elinor B. Sat., February 16, 2013 – 7:30 p.m. Price $86. “Dianne Reeves, female jazz

vocalist brings her robust, sultry voice back to the Carnegie Hall stage with several special guests. First paid, first seated. (Leaving at 6:00 p.m.) See Elinor B. On Thursdays (from 3:00-5:00 p.m.), Committee members will be in clubroom 19. AFTER 7 p.m., questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-324-7847 or 718671-8637. All checks/money orders payable to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop. G OO D AND W E L FAR E : Contact: Elinor Gordon at 718-3798755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is mystery. Today is a gift.” Best wishes to all for sunny days and peaceful nights. —C la u det t e Da vis

American Legion Post 1871 Greetings to all of our Post members who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a Birthday in the month of December: Carl C. Ash, Junius E. Ayler, Wesley A. Banks, George G. Benjamin, Rafael Echevarria, Theodore Byrd, Jr., Fernando Hernandez, Vernon N. Frazier, James L. Frierson, Andre R. Greene, Hebert H. Kantrowitz, Lloyd R. Johnson, Jasmin A. Lirlo, Lucius Kennedy, John E King, Jr. Jose Pacheco, Alfonso Rodriguez, David R. Walker, David R. Walker, Vernon C. Taylor and Willie A. Thompson. If I don’t have your name down for this month, contact me ASAP and it will be in the next issue of the Co-op City Times.

Our Post is located in Section 5 Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office number is 718-3208165 and you can also reach us by e-mail at post1871@optimum.net. In December, Post 1871 will be giving out canteen tickets to veterans at the Bronx VA Hospital, Room 3D22. Uniform: Post shirt and baseball cap. Time: 9 a.m. sharp. On December 7th, at the Eastwood Manor, Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson will be giving a “FREE” breakfast for all Bronx veterans. If you are planning on attending, please submit your name to the Post. Just another reminder for December, on December 4th, Bronx County meeting will take place at 620 Hudson River Parkway at the Hawkins Post. Please

Williamsbridge Club 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. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the drop out rate of our youth. We are always looking for women and men with a like mind to join us and work in these service areas. If you are of a like mind and are interested in community service, please consider joining the Adult Club or the Ombudsmen. Call Sandra Hall, Membership Director, 917972-7732. 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 Sylvia Hicks, Youth Advisor, at 917-921-5445 or at sylviaah@hotmail.com, subject: Youth Club. The Williamsbridge Club awards a

scholarship yearly to students graduating in June of the coming year. The deadline for application is December 31st. If you are interested in receiving an application or further information, please contact the Scholarship Committee at the address below. On Saturday, January 26, we will present our Ombudsmen’s program “Addressing the Challenges of Minority Males: Each One Reach One.” We ask not only that you reserve the day, but if you have a subject that you are interested in having discussed at this event, please contact Sylvia Hicks at the above telephone number or First Vice President Eloise Paige. If you would like to render community service, assist with any of our programs or require more information, please contact Eloise Paige, First Vice President. Information about the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. may be found at www.nanbpwc.org. You may contact us at our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, Post Office Box # 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475. —Sylvia Hick s

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mark all the above dates on your calendar. If you are behind in your 2013 dues, please make an effort to pay your dues. For all of our movie persons in the Post, a good picture to see is “FLIGHT” starring Denzel Washington. This rated 4-stars with an R rating. Our Post has Cablevision now, so when you stop by, it’s just like being at home. But here, you have veterans all around you to tell war stories and talk about the past. To all of our veterans who survived Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 at 7:55 a.m., remember it was for God and country and thanks for serving during that

time. Happy Hanukah to all of our Post 1871 veterans who will be observing this holiday on December 9th. Please turn off your cell phones at every meeting and please sign in. Anyone who would like to purchase Post items, see our finance officer. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him to how to fish, and he will sit in a boat and drink beer all day. If you think nobody cares if you’re alive, try missing a couple of car payments. This information was provided by the post information officer. —R ich a r d I . L a wson, J r.

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Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 You are cordially invited to a conference provided by our church called Stand Up. This conference is to give an orientation on getting help for young men and women who are experiencing physical, as well as emotional abuse. All are invited. The conference is to take place December 8, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in our church in the community center. I can do all things through him who strenghtens me, Philippians 4:13. Pastor Fernando Figueroa and Pastor Thomas Garrett and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana Marcos extend an invitation for you to come together and cele-

brate the day that the Lord has made, worshipping his precious and holy name. “...Oil and perfume rejoice the heart; so does the sweetness of a friend’s counsel that comes from the heart...” Proverbs 27: 9 A true friend will always speak the truth in love. They will not say what you want to hear if it is not the truth and beneficial to you. To have that level of friendship is something special. Some of us may have a friend or two like that in our lives. Someone we can relate to on that level. Someone close enough to confide in and share our deepest thoughts and longings.

Friends that we can share with on this level are a jewel to find and a treasure. It doesn’t matter how many friends we have in our lives, as long as we have someone we can share with more intimately. For even if we have many friends we can still feel lonely when we have no one to share with on that deeper level. Counsel from a trusted friend has much value – for we have relationship with them. We can take advice from a friend when we are in ‘relationship’ with them for we know they care about us and want the best for us. Their counsel is sweet to the soul. Counsel from a trusted

friend, has much value and is heaven sent. C H UR C H HO UR S: Sp a n ish Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m. Friday: Bible Study, 8:00 p.m. Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. — Evangelistic Service: 12:00 p.m. C h u r ch H ou r s: E n glish Sunday: Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m. All are welcome. We are located in the Section 5 community center, Room 42. For any questions or prayers, call 718671-6112 or 347-275-5500. God bless you, and may the Lord’s face shine upon you. —P a st or s F igu er oa /Ga r r et t

Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 4, at 12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15. The Coalition enthusiastically invites you to attend our 16th annual Kwanzaa celebrations on Saturday, December 29, 3 p.m. in Room 31, 2049 Bartow Community Center, Co-op City, Bronx, featuring poets, storytellers, vendors, games, gifts, feast, and refreshments. The Keynote Speaker will be Dr. James McIntosh, coChair of the Committee to Eliminate Media Offensive to African People (CEMOTOP). Kwanzaa is the seven-day (December 26-January 1) African celebration of family, community, and culture as personified in African “First Fruits” or harvest celebrations. Kwanzaa incorporates the spirit, value and practice of Ingathering,

Reverence, Commemoration, Recommitment, and Celebration, and evolves around Seven Principles one for each day of Kwanzaa called Nguzo Saba. The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (Unity); Kujichagulia (Self Determination); Ujima (Collective work and responsibility); Ujamaa (Cooperative, Economics); Nia (Purpose); Kuumba (Creativity); and Imani (Faith). The nation largest African-American holiday, a seven day African celebration of family and culture. The Coalition members are requested to bring an offering of a large, main dish of food (no pork, please) or dessert, etc. to share with others. Please contact Ms. Jones by December 21th, at (718) 671-5957, or Mr. Leacock, (718) 6719610 to advise what your food offering will be. This event is free.

H ave An y Su ggest ions? Please inform us by contacting the Coalition’s President, Patricia Bonaparte at (718) 320-1861. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members when there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association, Co-op City Baptist Church, Retirees of Dreiser Loop, Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club, NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal

Church, and Zodiacs Track Club. Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 320-1861 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember, the Coalition Motto is: “Coming together is a beginning, Keeping together is progress, and Working together is success.” —H a r m a n T. L ea cock

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com. This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other. C om in g E ven t s: The next meeting of the association is Wednesday, December 5. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting commences promptly at 7:30 p.m. Dues for the Association will be collected at this meeting. We will be having a Holiday Party and would like you to sign up and plan on bringing some food for the celebration. Crochet class is on Wednesday, November 28. The class will start at 1 p.m. and end at 3 p.m. We meet at the Building 30 association room on the “B” side. C a len da r of E ven t s: Tuesday, December 4 - Collection of holiday donations for porters and lobby attendants and collection of Bldg. Assn. dues in lobby from 5 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, December 5 at 7 p.m. — Bldg. Assn Meeting Saturday, December 8—Door to door collection of porters and lobby attendants holiday gifts. Saturday, December 15—Holiday Pot Luck Party. Remember to bring your food donation. We were so disappointed when only two cooperators showed up this past Saturday to “Deck the Halls” on the “B” side of the building. Pres. Linda Werner and her husband, Steve, did the best that they could with the help of Ruth and Veronica. If you are not going to take an interest, then you have no right to complain. G ood & Welfa r e: Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather. If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day. SEE YOU SOON. —M ir ia m E . Ber lofsky

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. CHUR CH SC HEDUL E: *Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7 p.m. T HE FOLL OW ING P ROGR AM S AR E AT THE CHUR CH’S ANNEX: 2053 ASC H LOOP NORTH (CO-OP C IT Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first and second Fridays at 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY SC HO O L BR E AKFAST P ROG R AM FOR OUR C HIL DR E N AND YOUT H

Sunday School for children and youth is now in session. Our program begins at 9:00 a.m. with 25 minutes for breakfast. 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. OTHE R SC HEDULE D E VE NT S: Saturday, December 8th, CPC Tours’ Annual Christmas Shopping Spree to Tanger Outlet Center in Riverhead, LI. Stock up on gifts from Banana Republic, Gap, Coach Factory Store, Jones NY, J. Crew, Easy Spirit, Timberland, London Fog. Tickets: $40. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. Sunday, December 9th after Service. The Ushers’ Ministry sponsors a cake sale. Give them your support by stopping by their table and picking up some delicious desserts for your Sunday dinner. Come celebrate the Holiday Season with our Community Protestant Church Family at our Annual Christmas Party, hosted by the North Carolina Team, on Saturday, December 15th, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Bartow

Community Center, Room 31. Donation: $10/adults; children 10 years and younger free. For tickets, call (718) 9943751, (718) 379-8151 or (917) 509-2030. Sunday, December 23rd, 11:00 a.m. – Our Sunday School Department presents its Annual Christmas Program - “A Christmas Worship Service.” Tuesday, December 25th, 9:00 a.m. - CHRISTMAS SERVICE AT COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH. Before or after opening your Christmas gifts, come out and give God thanks for the greatest gift of all - His Son Jesus and enjoy the fellowship of a wonderful Christmas Morn. Thursday, March 21, 2013 – Join CPC Tours for the Return Presentation of NOAH THE MUSICAL at the Sight & Sound Theater, Lancaster, PA. Then enjoy a wonderful dinner at Miller’s Restaurant. Tickets: $134, available by contacting CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. 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, E va n G. Mitchell join in and receive your blessing. —E

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Door s, Open H ea r ts a n d Open Min ds C ome & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org. Su nda y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. All other Sunday services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service. Pr a yer Night : 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 all pray. Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., there is prayer till 11:15 a.m. in Spanish. C r escendo C hr ist ia n M usic School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, 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. M en’s Fellowship : Every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and share your testimonies, explore your gifts and be blessed in the Word of our Lord. Hope to see you there. Fa m ily Nigh t: Friday nights are for the family. We will be having Bible studies and other spiritual growth activi-

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house! May we intentionally be aware of God’s gifts all around us, and respond with gratitude. In response to God’s gifts, it’s natural to say, “Thank You, Lord.” Marvin Williams Let’s go into the Word of God. 1Thessalonians 5:1622 says: 16 Rejoice in the Lord, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19 Do not quench the Spirit. 20 Do not despise prophecies. 21 Test all things; hold fast what is good. 22 Abstain from every form of evil. I nvit a t ion s: Our Sweet Hour of Prayer will be today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. God gave me my church in order to fellowship with others and meet with Jesus. We love you, and may God forever bless you is our prayer. We don’t worry about anything, but we pray about everything. Thank you, Father! We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone #’s are (347) 276-4925 & (718) 671-3627. If you will, check out (Pastor) Vernon Little’s CD ‘A New Beginning’ on iTunes, amazon, etc. You can also see his videos on YouTube. Jesus loves you, and so do we. —Ap ost le G la d ys R . L it t le

ties for all ages. There will be English & Spanish groups. Bring a friend or two or more. Sun da y Sch ool For C hildr en: Every Sunday at 10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. We just started a new Sunday School for children of all ages. There will be three groups 3 yrs. – 7 yrs., 8 yrs. – 12 yrs. and teens 13 yrs. and up. The curriculum being used will be The Super Book. La nca st er, Pa . Tr ip: Come with us to Sight & Sound Theater to see Noah on Saturday, March 23, 2013. We are starting to take reservations now, because the bus is filling fast. We will also be going to Shady Maple Smorgasbord with time to shop in their store. Cost is $155/person, teens are $123/teen and children 5 – 12 are $105/child. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 in the evening, if no answer, please leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. —R ev. Dr. M ilca C . P la ud

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

living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you, not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475. Su n d a y Sch ed u le: Adult Bible Study - 9:05 -10:00 a.m. Prayer, Meditation and Devotion 10:00 a.m. Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed, we want an opportunity to love you. See you in church.

Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Dr. Sm it h ’s Ser m on Topic: “Soul on Fire!” R ea din g fr om Holy Scr ip t u r e: Isaiah 40:26-31. Week ly Act ivit ies – Every person is welcomed. Mondays at 6:15 - Bereavement Group. Tuesdays at 6:30 - Bible Study. Subject: God’s Grace and Human Suffering. Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet. Every other Saturday - Food Pantry..

For more information in donating or receiving food, please call Lady Theresa Smith at 718-925-5052. Sp ecia l I nvit a t ion to the C om m un it y: Monday, December 31 at 7:30 p.m., join us for early watch night service. Our doors and hearts wait to embrace you. Special prayers offered for sick, lonely, forgotten, abused and those recovering from brokenness. T h ou gh t of t h e Week : “There is nothing in all creation than can separate God from God’s people—not hate, injustice, corporate and individual greed, not storms or other calamities, the living God continues to heal and make all things new!” —R ev. Dr. R ob er t A. Sm it h , J r.

Circle of Christ Church The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invite you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level. Rev. Sam Colón, Senior Pastor; Rev. Luis Ramos, Assistant Pastor. We want thank all of you who donated food and volunteered to serve in our Thanksgiving dinner. We had wonderful and a successful event. T h ou gh t for t h is week : Prayer With Expectation. We can pray about a situation and miss

the blessing God has for us because of unbelief. It is better to pray with faith that God will answer and then wait for His answer in faith. David wrote: In the morning Lord you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my request before you and wait expectantly. Psalm 5:3 When we pray we also need to wait with expectation. 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 referrals services for families in the community. If you need or know

someone in need, please call 347-9451992. 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. C HUR C H SE RVI C E SC HE DUL E Wednesday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Prayer & Bible Study Friday – 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Youth Night and Children’s Bible Club Sunday Service – 11 a.m. - Worship and the Word Children’s Church - 5 y.o. – 12 y.o. Little Lambs – Potty Trained – 4 y.o.

Spanish Service, December 30 at 3:30 p.m. Sp ecia l E ven t Christmas and Angel Tree Dinner is on December 14 at 7:00 p.m. ALL ARE WELCOME. M a r r ied C oup les Circle of Christ Church extends an invitation to all the married couples of Co-op City to join us on Saturday, December 1 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for a time of fellowship, food and music. Guest Speaker: Dr. Derek Suite. —R ev. Sa m C olón

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School is held at 9:15 a.m. for children and adults. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pickup at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesdays, December 5, 12 and

19 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, December 11. The Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center Senior Program is having a forum on Tuesday, December 4. You are invited to join us for a lively discussion on retirement. If you are retired or about to retire, please join us. Please call 718-671-8449 or 718-379-5267 to RSVP or for additional information, The Missionaries Ministry will celebrate their 40th Anniversary on Sunday, December 9th, at the 11:00 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Carol Landrum, Pastor of Greater Love

Cathedral Baptist Church, Co-op City, Bronx, NY. The theme is: “Stedfast in our Labour for the Lord” – from I Corinthians 15:58. Everyone is invited to this celebratory service. The Scholarship Ministry is on the move again and they are inviting you to join them on August 11, 2013 as they travel to Chicago. This 6 night, 7 day trip includes 10 meals (6 breakfasts and 4 dinners), motor coach transportation and lodging. We will visit the historic Navy Pier, the world class Shedd Aquarium, the DeSable Museum of African American History and many other sights. The cost of the trip is $650 double occupancy. A $100 deposit is due on or before January 20, 2013. For additional information, call

the church at 718-320-3774, Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled World and founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.PrincipleCentered Living.com or www.RevDrSheldonE Williams.com. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —H a t t ie L . L u ca s

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

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

1659 EAST GUN HILL ROAD BRONX, NY 10469

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

REV., DR. CALVIN E. OWENS, PASTOR CHURCH (718) 862-9172 OFFICE (718) 862-9179

An interdenominational Church of love and understanding, consisting of people of many faiths, races and cultural backgrounds, seeking to live the spirit of Christ with relevance. CHURCH SCHEDULE WEEKLY: CHURCH SCHOOL - SUNDAY, 9:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE: SUNDAY, 11:00 a.m. BIBLE CLASS & PRAYER MEETING - WEDNESDAY, 7:30 p.m.

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ALL ARE WELCOME!

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(718) 320-3774 • Sunday School – 9:15 a.m. • Sunday Worship Services – 8:00 & 11:00 a.m. • Midweek Worship – Wednesday @ 12 Noon • Bible Class – Wednesday @ 1:00 & 7:30 p.m. • Prayer Service – Friday @ Noon & 7:30 p.m. COMMUNION SERVICE EVERY FIRST SUNDAY. YOUTH DAY EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY. ALL ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP WITH US.

Mon., Dec. 3

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Bartow

Einstein

Library 9:30 a.m. -1 p.m.,

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00

Rm. 31

Bingo 10 - 11:30 a.m., Room 31

Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Room 31

Word Games 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., Rm. 31

Card Games 2 – 4 p.m., Room 31

Dreiser 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

9:30 -10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Line Dancing

Stay Well Exercise

10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 2

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm. 49 Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill

Mind Teasers

2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

2 – 4 p.m., Rm. 7

Tues., Dec. 4

10 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

Dominoes 10 a.m.,

10 - 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Rm. 49

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

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games

Bingo-1 p.m., Rm. 49

9:30-11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

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

Self Defense Class w/David Hammer

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

9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Wed., Dec. 5

Stay Well Exercise 10 -11 a.m., Rm. 31 Line Dancing 11 a.m.12:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10 - 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31,

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes

Thurs., Dec. 6

2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

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

Spanish Practice Class

Mind Teasers

10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Art Class 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 YOGA w/Bhadra 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2, every Wed.

Bingo 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10:00 a.m., Rm. 45

9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Stay Well Exercise

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday 10 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

10:00 -11:00 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games

Spelling Bee

10 -11 a.m., Aud. A

11:00 a.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers

10 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama 1:30-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

1:00 p.m., Rm. 49

Piano Sing Along

Line Dancing

Bingo

11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7

Movie Madness

Crochet and Knitting

9:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Dominoes

10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7

Men’s Line Dancing

10 a.m., Rm. 45

9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 &

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Women’s Line Dancing

9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

10 -11 a.m., Rm. 36

Meditative Moments

Dominoes

Bingo

11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

1 p.m., Rm. 49

Mind Teasers

10 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4

Word Games

Apple Juice Turkey Leg Green beans Whole Baked Sweet Potato in Skin Alt: Egg Salad

Pork Chop Brown Rice Collard Greens

Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Pear

Baked Salmon Corn w/Red Pepper Mixed Vegetables

Whole Wheat Bread Baked Apple

Chicken Cacciatore Ziti Pasta Italian Blend

Whole Wheat Bread Orange

Meatballs Spaghetti Seasoned Spinach

Whole Wheat Bread Banana

Orange Juice

Tues., Sweet & Sour Meatballs Dec. Toasted Barley, Sautéed Cabbage & Carrots 4 Alt: Cold Chicken Salad

Wed., Dec. 5

Chicken Breast Francaise Mashed Potatoes Green Peas & Tomato Alt: Cold Gefilte Fish Apple Juice

Thurs., Baked Salmon/Chive Dec. Mustard Sauce, Quinoa, Mixed Vegetables 6 Alt: Cold Chicken Salad

Fri., Dec. 7

Orange Pineapple Juice Turkey Burger Spanish Style Roast Hamburger Bun Chicken Oven Steak Fries Red Beans and Brown Lettuce & Tomato Salad Rice Alt: Cold Tuna Fish

Challah Roll Fruit Cocktail in Juice

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 9:30 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Mon., Dec. 3

Afternoon Movie

11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

2:30-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Fri., Dec. 7

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

Tai Chi

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

Dominoes

Soups, Breads and Desserts

9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Library Chat Session

Non-Kosher

Sewing w/Raymonde

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

12 – 1 p.m., Rm. 4

10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

10 a.m., Rm. 45

Kosher

Crochet and Knitting

p.m., Rm. 49

Current Events

Date:

9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 10–11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Card Games

Card Games, Dominoes

2-4 p.m., Rm. 49

2-4 p.m., Rm. 7

Card Games

Therapeutic Yoga

2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

Blood Pressure 2nd and 4th Friday

Chat Session

10 -11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

(Schedule subject to change without notice*)

10 a.m., Rm. 31

1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Rm. 8

WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

As scheduled: 1st Mondays:

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart

Fridays

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)

$3 $12

Einstein 1:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:15am

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

*Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that the members please call their center in order to register for lunch for the week. Registr a tion for lu n ch a da y in a dva n ce h a s been discon tin u ed.

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

Upcoming Events/Trips At tent ion a ll sen ior s: There will be no refunds for all trips E ffective O ct ob er 1, 2012: JASA will no longer be able to provide sandwiches for trips. J er sey G a r d en s M a ll – Monday, December 3rd - $12. Trip includes round trip transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser; 8:15 a.m. & Einstein, 8:30 a.m. R esor ts Wor ld C a sin o a t Aq uedu ct – Tuesday, December 4th. 54 seat Coach Bus, $20. Transportation included. Pickup times: Bartow – 9:00 a.m., Dreiser – 9:15 a.m. & Einstein – 9:30 a.m. Departure time from Casino is 3:30 p.m. You will receive a $10 bonus slot voucher. Seating on the bus will be assigned based on payments. SOLD OUT. C ent r a l Avenue – Friday, December 7th - $13. Trip includes round trip transportation - 2 hours in XMAS Tree Store, 1 hour in Trader Joe’s & 2 hours in Amazing Savings. Pick-ups: Bartow – 9 a.m., Dreiser – 9:15 a.m., Einstein – 9:30 a.m. R a d io C it y M usic Ha ll C h r istm a s Sp ecta cu la r - Tuesday, December 11th $67. 54 seat Coach bus. Price includes transportation. Seniors will receive a voucher for popcorn & soda. Please be advised that the correct time for pick-ups are as follows: Asch Loop - 8:30 a.m., Dreiser Loop - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein Loop - 9 a.m. SOLD OUT. Wa l-M a r t – Monday, December 17th. $12. Includes transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:30 a.m., Dreiser - 8:45 a.m. & Einstein - 9 a.m. St ew L eon a r d ’s – Monday, December 17th - $3. 2 hrs. - Trip includes round trip

transportation. Pick-ups: Einstein – 1 p.m., Bartow – 1:15 p.m. & Dreiser – 1:30 p.m. E m p ir e C a sin o - Friday, December 21st. $3pp. Trip includes transportation. Pickups: Einstein – 10 a.m., Bartow – 10:15 a.m. and Dreiser – 10:30 a.m. Bus departs at 3 p.m., please be on time. Decemb er 14t h - A musical performance will be conducted by 36 students from PS 180. 11 a.m. at the Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31. Come one and all and enjoy the wonderful music being presented. Weight M a na gement Su pp or t Gr oup - Monday, December 3rd, 10 a.m., 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 25, every Monday. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy but with knowledge and practice it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. C a r egiver Su p p or t G r ou p - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 28th at 2049 Bartow Ave., Rm. 31 from 1-2 p.m. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718-320-2066. D is a b ilit y Su p p o r t /S o c ia l iz a t io n G r ou p – The group meets every 1st Friday of the month. For more information, contact John Sullivan at 718-6712090 (Ext. 3010). Transportation is provided, if available.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : No meeting scheduled for December. The next AARP Peachtree Chapter meeting will be Monday, January 14, 2013. R E M I NDE R : Tickets are available for the Annual Holiday Celebration, scheduled for THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13th, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. at Villa Barone — donation - $65, (additional $5 for transportation, if needed). Call the office, 718-320-1946 to get tickets and reserve your seat on the bus. NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S Dec. 30, 2012 – Jan. 1, 2013: New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball at the Desmond – WAITING LIST AVAILABLE…trip includes a stop at the Sands Casino (on the way) w/$30 slot play & $5 food or leisure time in Bethlehem (PA); next day, after a full breakfast buffet, choice of activities for the day; New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball w/open bar & surf & turf dinner; masquerade masks, noise makers, entertainment, music & dancing; New Year’s Day Brunch & show before leaving for home... $524/person, double; $634 single; $514/person triple; $28/person travel insurance available…contact Delores, 718-379-2176.

2013 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S Jan. 10-20, 2013 – The Hawaiian Island Cruise Tour (11 days) – SOLD OUT - includes 5 ports of call: Honolulu, Maui, Hilo, Kana & Kauai; on the Norwegian Pride of America; airfare and tours included in the price…inside state room - $3,599/person; outside state room - $3,899/person; outside balcony $4,669/person (new price); $500/person deposit (plus insurance payment) due at sign-up... contact Jean, 718-379-3742. Feb. 5, 2013 – Ira & Isabella’s Jewish/Italian Wedding Comedy at the Mansion @ Colonial Terrace (Cortlandt Manor, NY) – includes luncheon and show; deluxe motor coach transportation… $75/person…contact Jean, 718379-3742. April 11, 2013 – Ace in the Hole presents Joe Coleman’s “Platters Review” – includes lunch, dancing and Boutique Shopping at the Royal Manor; w/deluxe motor coach transportation… $88/person… contact Jean, 718-3793742. May 16, 2013 – Culinary Institute & Hudson Riverboat Cruise – starting with a guided tour of the world premier Culinary College followed by a gourmet meal prepared by students of the Culinary Institute; then have a relaxing afternoon on a Hudson River Cruise…$110/person… contact Daisy, 718-671-3241. —Delor es Deb n a m

Handicapped Adults Association T he Office—Office hours are as follows: Monday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Wednesdays, we are closed. F lea M a r k et —Come visit our flea market in Room #13, Dreiser Community Center. We are now selling Christmas cards, 20 for $1, also

Christmas wrapping paper, 25¢ a roll. Pen n ies, p en n ies, p en n ies—Bring them to the office. Happy birthday to those celebrating a November birthday. Get well wishes to Dorothy Beale who is recovering from surgery. —Ar len e R od r iqu ez

Goose Island Seniors Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS “Paint and Collage Exploration” Culminating Exhibition - Monday, December 3, 1:30 p.m. A Creative Aging Workshop taught over the past ten weeks for Adults 55+ with Teaching Artist, Josh Millis. Come join us and see the participants showcase their work! Show your support! WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Mondays, 4:30 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 p.m. Teen Lounge - Every Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Film - Every Saturday, 2 p.m.

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Su n da y, Novem b er 25—BINGO GAME in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $3. Everyone is welcome to join in our fun. Snacks and refreshments served. Tu esd a y, Novem b er 27—Going to Mt. Airy Casino in the Poconos. This is still our trip from October 31st. Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Always have your picture I.D. card with you. Driver’s License or Non-Driver’s ID or Passport. Wed nesd a y, Apr il 17, 2013—Going to Elmsford Dinner Theater. Guys and

Dolls. Price is $78 (seventy eight dollars). Pick-up time is 9 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. You can pay it in installments, so you’ll have plenty of time to pay it out. When making reservation, you must leave a small deposit. For more information, call Ann or Mary at 718-379-9613 or visit our office at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You can call in the evenings, Ann: 347-267-4751 or Mary: 718-379-4899. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —M a r y Pilla

Einstein Cancer Fund Tuesday, December 4th, general membership meeting. We are having a Bingo game in Room 38 at 1 p.m., open to all who wish to attend. Refreshments will be served. Thursday, December 6th – The Sands Casino, Pa. The cost per person is $33 with a casino bonus of $20 slot play, $5 food voucher and an extra $10 slot play because it is on a Thursday. Persons who have $25 paid for this trip, will pay $8 only. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. “ Noah’s Ark” — Wednesday and Thursday, May 15th and 16th, 2013 at the Millenium Theatre, Lancaster, Pa. Day one — Noah’s Ark,” check in at the Hawthorne Inn. Dinner at Miller’s

Restaurant. Day 2 — after breakfast and check out, on to the Sands Casino, and bonus of the day. Cost per person—double, $245; triple, $235 and single, $287. An initial deposit of $25 for reservations; balances can be paid in any amount that is easier for you. Final payments must be made by March 30th, 2013. For the above trips, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Lydia at 718671-3005 and Loretta at 718-671-2958. You can reach us on Monday through Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and in the evening after 6:00 p.m. Good health and healings are wished to all. Remember those who are homebound. —Lyd ia R u a s

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue I must comment on the incredible outpouring of helpfulness, selflessness and kindness that the residents of the Hurricane Sandy-stricken New York and New Jersey areas have demonstrated. Soup kitchens opening 24-hours a day. Volunteers rescuing the elderly or infirmed. Families, churches, synagogues, restaurants and other institutions opening their doors to one and all, for electric recharging, for food, for shelter, for heat.

Charities unleashing far larger sums for those in need; Repair crews working around the clock. Professionals and lay people mining all imaginable communication sources, such as social media, to get the word out where help was available, or where gasoline was to be had. Politicians of different stripes working together. All very beautiful. We hope that the residents of New York, New Jersey and elsewhere never need to rise to the occasion again.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors ever morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candle-lighting time. Saturday morning serv-

ices starting at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Co-op City Jewish Center The Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Blvd., Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible. We would like to remind our members

Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (nn ew a d d r ess) at Bldg. 27B, 20 Erdman Place (behind the Lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (Sa m e old n u m ber )1-718-379-6920. Not e: Office Hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 10a.m. to 1 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, December 7, 2012 is before 4:10 p.m. Shabbat ends today Saturday, December 1 at 5:14 p.m. S.O.S. –Urgent! Calling all Jewish men to make a Minyon. M en you a r e n eed ed for a M inyon. A Minyon is the number of men needed to read the Torah. The important number needed is 10. Please be counted as part of the 10 men and make the Minyon. You will be doing a Mitzvah (a good deed). Thank you! The Community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. C om in g E ven ts: Sunday, December 2 at 1:00 p.m., the Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3.00 per person. This includes admission, snacks and refreshments and most of all fun with your friends. How about it? Come on down and enjoy! Sunday, December 16 at noon, we are

and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue. We are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can. —M a r vin Seid m a n

PROPER GARBAGE DISPOSAL A reminder to shareholders about proper garbage disposal:

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council still has seats available for the annual Hanuka Luncheon on December 11 in Dreiser, Room 8, at 12:30 AND for the Boro President’s Hanuka Menorah lighting on December 12. Please contact Lynn or Tatiana at the Council office in Room 18, Dreiser, (718-320-1234) for details. The cost of the luncheon is $5,

Clear plastic bags are used for recyclables ONLY, not regular garbage. Regular garbage should be properly dropped into the trash compactor chute, not left on the floor or shelf in the compactor room.

payable in advance or at the door, and the Menorah lighting is free of charge. The bus will pick us up for that event at 12:15 from in front of the hardware store in Dreiser. We should be back in Co-op City by about 3 p.m. We wish our Jewish friends and clients a very happy Hanuka in advance! —Lyn n L evin e

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having a Chanukah luncheon followed by a mini-Bingo. You will not want to miss this event. We have a terrific Kosher Italian menu: eggplant parmesan, baked ziti and spinach lasagna, garden salad and in honor of Chanukah, jelly donuts and coffee or tea. The cost is $20.00 per person. I look forward to greeting you. Please call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 for your reservation and make your check payable to: Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City. G ood a n d Welfa r e: We are ever grateful to the Sisterhood for their untiring help and support of the Synagogue. They in turn tendered a paidup brunch for the Sisterhood members. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the delicious food. All women are invited to join the Sisterhood. The dues are $18.00 annually. Do you need a tree certificate sent “In Honor” of or “In Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? You can give a living gift for the cost of $15.00 per tree. For more information you can call Mimi at 1347-427-4526. We can accommodate you. If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy and painless recovery in double quick time. You r h elp is a lwa ys a p p r ecia t ed . T h a n k you . Shalom! M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

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Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle, located at 120 Benchley Pl., Building 24, Bronx, N.Y 10475; Tel. 718-324-0334. You are invited to attend services on the following days. Su n d a ys: Sunday School for all age group starts at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m. Wed n esd a ys: Prayer and fasting service will be held in the morning starting at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. F r id a y: Bible study starts at 7:30 p.m. Focu s: God is touched by the problems and difficulties of His people, and He will rescue them from oppression. Exodus 6, 6-7: Wherefore, say unto the

children of Israel, I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgements. And I will take you to me for a people, and I will be to you a God: and he shall know that I am the Lord your God, which bringeth you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians. While leading bleating sheep along the backside of the desert, and after arriving at Mount Horeb, Moses witnessed an amazing sight, a burning bush that was not burned by fire. A voice addressed Moses from the bush commanding to remove his sandals for he is

Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church Although Hurricane Sandy has come and gone, many are still suffering from its devastating effects. The Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church is committed to doing all we can to help connect the hurricane victims to our worldwide relief agency’s three centers in New York where they can go for assistance. Please call 718-320-0518 for information on how you or other hurricane victims you know can get immediate assistance. Br ea d M in ist r y: 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. O u r R egu la r P r ogr a m s (O p en t o a ll): Prayer Meeting: Wednesdays at

7:30 p.m. Saturdays: Morning Bible Studies: 9:30 a.m.11:00 a.m. Worship: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m. Adventist Youth and Pathfinder programs at 5:00 p.m. for children ages 6-17 Children’s Exercise Program: Sundays, 11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Free. Adult Exercise Program: Sundays, 12:00 p.m.— 1:00 p.m., Free. The Co-op City SDA Church is located at 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518. Visit us on the web at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org. —Alozie O gb onn a

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standing on holy ground. There God revealed himself to Moses and gave him the command to go and tell Pharaoh to let my people go. The Hebrew children had been reduced to slavery in a foreign nation; the pathetic cry of the Hebrews had not gone unnoticed. A loving compassionate God delivered them by raising up a miracle man Moses. God providentially rescued Moses from certain death as an infant, allowed him to be raised in the Egyptians palace, received proper nursing care and later received very good Education. However, Moses had to leave Egypt and spend several years in the wilderness caring for his father in law’s sheep’s. Then God called him and pre-

pared him with a miraculous ministry, God sent Moses to Pharaoh to secure the release of the Israelite slaves, obstinately refusing to comply with Moses request, Pharaoh saw his kingdom ruined around him by God’s judgments. After the death of the firstborn of the Egyptians, Pharaoh ordered the Hebrews to leave. However, he pursued them, and his army was destroyed in the red sea. Today, God still hears our cry for help, and He knows our emotional and physical pain. He sees all our oppression, therefore, we can call on Him and He will hear and deliver us. For more information, call 718-3240334. —R ev. R . Sibb lies.

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 320-0844. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 2, as we usher in the season of Advent. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844. “ Your testimonies are very sure, *and holiness adorns your house, O Lord, for ever and for evermore.” (Psalm 93:6) —M. Cha mber s

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Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

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Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012

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M et r oC a r d Bu s t o visit C o-op C it y t h is m on t h The MetroCard Bus, which generally comes on the first and third Thursday of the month, will once again be visiting all three Co-op City locations this month, enabling customers to sign up for or refill their ReducedFare MetroCard, purchase or add money to an existing Metrocard, and purchase E-Z Pass On the Go tags. On Thursday, December 6, and again on Thursday, December 20, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 to 2:30 p.m. MTA New York City Transit advises its customers that there are two kinds of traveling MetroCard Service Centers: the MetroCard Bus and the MetroCard Van. Both vehicles make regularly scheduled stops in all five boroughs each month. The MetroCard Bus, which stops in Co-op City, travels around the city, stopping at senior citizen centers, shopping centers and along major bus routes. Customers can handle all of their MetroCard needs, whether it is applying for or refilling a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, buying or refilling a regular MetroCard or asking MetroCard-related questions. Senior citizens and people with disabilities may apply for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard on the Bus. They will need photo ID and seniors must show proof of age (at least 65 years old). The MetroCard Van, like the Bus, travels around the city with helpful on-board staff ready to sell Unlimited and Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards, add money to regular and Reduced-Fare MetroCards and answer questions. Reduced-Fare MetroCard applications are available. EZ Pass On The Go tags are also available for purchase on both the Bus and the Van. The MetroCard Bus and Van do not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Customers may also want to explore the EasyPay Reduced-Fare payment option. EasyPay lets customers link to their credit or debit card to their Reduced-Fare MetroCard so it refills automatically. For more MetroCard information, please visit the MTA’s website at www.mta.info and click on Fares and Tolls.

Co-op City Times / December 1, 2012