Co-op City Times 01/03/15

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Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community. © Copyright 2015 Co-op City Times

Vol. 50 No. 1

Co-op City celebrates Kwanzaa: An African American Holiday On Saturday, December 27, the 18th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration, organized by the Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc, was held in the Bartow Center, Rm. 31 and attended by a very large turnout of both

BY LAURETTA J. JAYSURA

the ‘young’ and ‘not as young.’

Saturday was a much appreciated sunny day that gave everyone an enjoyable break from the cold of winter. Most of the ladies, though not required, were wearing very stylish African garments.

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Members of the Kuumba African Drummers and Dancers invite the children of the community to join with them during the dance and cultural celebration performed Saturday at Co-op City’s 18th annual Kwanzaa celebration.

Photo by Lauretta Jaysura

Hot water repairs complete for zone 2; zone 1 repairs tentatively scheduled for Wednesday Repairs to Co-op City’s high temperature hot water system for zone 2 were completed as scheduled on Tuesday as power plant workers and contractors replaced a five foot section of damaged pipe behind the Cooper Place townhouses with new pipe.

BY BILL STUTTIG

MSI files lawsuit against Riverbay Corp.

Saturday, January 3, 2015

According to Power Plant Director Brian Reardon, who is overseeing the two system repairs, residents in zone 2 had their hot water service restored by 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 30th. Hot water had been shut off to zone 2 at approximately 9 a.m. earlier (Continued on page 2)

Riverbay workers began excavating this week behind the Defoe Place townhouses in preparation for the zone 1 hot water system repairs tentatively schedPhoto by Bill Stuttig uled to take place on Wednesday, January 7th.

BY JIM ROBERTS On Christmas Eve, Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. (MSI) filed a lawsuit against Riverbay Corp. seeking payment for services rendered as managing agent during the months of November and December of 2014.

MSI has not rendered any services to Riverbay since approximately November 17 when it was suspended pending an investigation.

At an Open Board meeting held on November 19, the Riverbay Board of Directors passed Amended Emergency Resolution #14-72 by a vote of 12-2. That Resolution asked both HCR and Riverbay’s General Counsel, Smith, Buss & Jacobs, to investigate various allegations against MSI. The Resolution also asked HCR to terminate MSI as Managing Agent if warranted by the investigation.

The issues being investigated include MSI's approval of more than $8 million a year in insurance con-

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tracts without Board or HCR approval; the use by MSI of Riverbay employees to provide services for the benefit of MSI and other clients of MSI; the failure of MSI to disclose or obtain Riverbay approval to use its employees for non-Riverbay work; the failure of MSI to pay or reimburse Riverbay for the value of the services rendered by Riverbay employees; the failure of MSI to pay for and obtain a fidelity bond; questions about various employment policies adopted by MSI; and the refusal of MSI to accept responsibility for or contribute to the defense of employment-related litigation against MSI and Riverbay.

According to the City News, a settlement of an employment class action lawsuit against Riverbay and MSI, entitled Ramirez v Riverbay, is likely to cost $6.25 million. That does not include substantial sums for legal (Continued on page 2)

2014 Year in Review: July - December

The following is an account of the major events occurring in or affecting Co-op City during the last six months of 2014 as reported by the Co-op City Times. Last week’s issue featured an account of the first half of 2014.

July: More than 5,000 people lined up at the Dreiser Community Center to meet with recruiters from 54 companies and agencies as Co-op City hosted a major job fair held in connection with the opening of the new Mall at Bay Plaza.

“This was the best one!” said A. Brown, an original cooperator, talking about the July 4th celebration. “I’ve been to every celebration and this was the best one. I think everybody liked it being held on Saturday.” Co-op City celebrated the nation’s 238th birthday with an iconic and traditional Fourth of July fireworks display sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and Board of Directors.

The freshest produce from regional farmers was brought to Co-op City each

Wednesday beginning on July 9 at the Farmer’s Market in Co-op City.

In his President’s Report, Cleve Taylor wrote that a meeting to discuss Riverbay’s financial condition “confirmed my worst fears of the damage that Marion Scott Realty, Inc. has done to the 2014 Balance Sheet, cash position. In essence, MSI has vaporized cash from the balance sheet, leaving the 2014 Riverbay Corporation in a barely positive cash position on an accrual basis.”

Board President Cleve Taylor named the chairpersons and co-chairs of the 2014-2015 Board Committees. The Audit Committee Chair is Andrea Leslie with Evelyn Turner and Bill Gordon as co-chairs. The Budget Committee, comprised of the Board as a whole, is chaired Leah Graham with President (Continued on page 3)

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MSI Lawsuit

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fees billed to Riverbay by the law firm Trivella & Forte to defend Riverbay and MSI in the pending litigation.

Although HCR Regulations, Riverbay Board policy and MSI's contract all provide that MSI is primarily responsible for employment issues, MSI said it would not contribute to any legal defense costs or to the cost of the potential settlement.

MSI advised the Board that it would file bankruptcy before sharing in any cost or expense.

MSI is also asking the Court to prevent Riverbay from awarding a new managing agent contract pending the completion of HCR’s investigation, as well as money damages of an unspecified dollar amount for alleged defamation.

In its court filings, MSI cites a letter from HCR dated November 18 directing Board President Cleve Tayor to reinstate MSI and its employees.

That letter was issued before HCR became aware of the issues of concern

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to Riverbay, and before the Board passed the November 19th Resolution asking HCR to investigate MSI. Since the Resolution has passed, HCR has taken no steps to enforce its November 18th letter and is participating with Riverbay’s General Counsel in the investigation of MSI. Riverbay subsequently hired three of MSI’s employees to ensure that all operations continue in the ordinary course pending completion of the investigation. Those three employees

complement Riverbay’s existing workforce of approximately 1,065 individuals.

During the investigation, all activities and services, including the collection of maintenance, the provision of services and the payment of the mortgage and other expenses have continued without interruption.

MSI’s legal papers had not yet been served upon Riverbay at press time.

Attorneys for Riverbay Corp. declined to comment on the lawsuit at this time.

that day.

“The repairs went well and we were able to get service restored by that evening as promised,” Reardon said.

Cooperators in zone 2 did have water service throughout the day Tuesday but no access to hot water.

Residents were given notice of the needed repairs several days in advance so they could plan their activities accordingly.

Zone 2 consists of Buildings 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and the Cooper Place, Broun Place and Debs Place Townhouses.

At the same time, excavation work began this past week behind Defoe Place townhouses for similar repairs that are needed for zone 1. Zone 1

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site throughout the day welding or replacing old and corroded piping.

Riverbay’s Interim Co-General Manager Noel Ellison said last week that due to Co-op City’s 45-year-old infrastructure these types of repairs and related temporary service interruptions are unavoidable. “I ask the residents affected to please understand the necessity of this work and know that we will do our best to restore your hot water service as quickly as possible.

“The fact is that we have two areas that historically have been problematic for underground pipe leaks, including the section behind DeFoe Place,” said Ellison, “so although we will continue to make repairs as leaks occur, we will have to consider plans to completely replace those two sections of pipe in

the very near future. We hope the cooperators will bear with us as we develop a long term solution to this problem. ” Reardon stressed that the January 7th repairs and related hot water shut down will be contingent on the weather, specifically on the outside temperatures remaining at or above 40 degrees. If cold weather in predicted for January 7th, this week’s zone one work will be postponed until outside temperatures moderate. Power Plant Director Reardon said that he should be making that assessment on Monday. Residents will be kept updated on any rescheduled work due to the weather through posted notices, emails and voice messages sent through Riverbay’s phone tree system.

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encompasses buildings 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, the Adler, Asch, and Defoe Place townhouses and both the Bartow and Dreiser Shopping Center.

Just like with the project for zone 2, zone 1 repairs entails the replacement of a damaged and leaking pipe discovered in the area. Those repairs are scheduled to take place on Wednesday January 7th from approximately 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. Residents have been notified in advance of the repairs and the required hot water shutdown for the 13-hour period and were advised to plan their daily routines around the scheduled hot water repairs.

Just like the zone 2 repairs completed this week, contractors will be on

45th Precinct Prayer Vigil for fallen officers

The 45th Precinct and the 45th Precinct Community Council held a prayer vigil for fallen NYPD officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu on Monday evening, December 29th outside the stationhouse on Barkley Avenue in Throggs Neck. Numerous Co-op City community leaders took part including Pastor Deborah Jenkins of the Faith at Work Christian Church and Bishop Nancy Rosario of the Church of God’s Children who led the gathering in a rendition of “Amazing Grace.” Elected representatives who took part included Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, City Councilman Andy King and City Councilman James Vacca. More than 500 community members prayed together for peace in our communities including several firefighters, emergency service workers and law enforcement officers, including Chief Frank Apollo and officers from Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety.

Photos by Anne Boller

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Combing Co-op City

Emancipation Celebration

NAACP and Harvest Restoratlon Ministries invite the community to gather and celebrate the 152nd anniversary of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Today at 2 p.m. Einstein Community Center, Room 45. For information call 718-320-3210. Refreshments served.

New Year’s breakfast with Assemblyman Benedetto

Assemblyman Mike Benedetto will once again be offering his constituents a chance to meet with him over coffee and danish and discuss issues to be tackled in the coming year. This year the free meet-andgreet event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, January 4th at the Alley Cat Café, 3604C East Tremont Avenue between Sullivan and Scott Place.

Assemblyman Benedetto represents the 82nd Assembly District which encompasses Co-op City as well as Throggs Neck, Country Club, Pelham Bay, City Island and other communities.

Winter tennis program begins next week

The winter indoor tennis program of the Co-op City Tennis Club, Milton Alexander Division begins of January 10th at the Kela Tennis Center, 525 Homestead Avenue in Mount Vernon. Free tennis is offered from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. each Saturday morning through funding provided by the New York Junior Tennis League. A paid program is also available from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. each Saturday at the Kela Tennis Center. For more information, call Lorraine Alexander at 718-671-4437.

Have a Happy Three Kings Day!

Year in Review

Taylor serving as co-chair.

Cooperators expressed their preferences, problems and frustrations with the community’s cable service at an Open Board meeting held in Bartow Community Center. While hoping to observe the Board meeting with Verizon representatives, Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss informed the Board that Riverbay received a letter from Cablevision threatening to sue if Verizon representatives were allowed to make a presentation.

The Riverbay Board approved a proposal by President Cleve Taylor to appoint three experienced senior Riverbay employees to serve as “knowledge assistants.” The three were Peter Merola, Riverbay’s Finance Director; Noel Ellison, Manager of Cooperator Services Office 1; and Colette Ragin, Director of the Office of Organization, Development and Training.

The Co-op City Jewish Community Council, which served residents for more than 25 years, providing help to thousands including getting long-term care for the elderly, filing for real estate tax exemptions, avoiding eviction in hard times, and applying for rent subsidy programs such as SCRIE, ended its services as of August 1 due to funding cuts. Lynn Levine, the director of the CCJCC, did return service to the community later in the year but only on a one-day-a-week basis.

A partial loss of power in Co-op City for 20 minutes occurred when Gas Turbine #1 tripped off line causing the tie breaker 2&3 to trip, thereby isolating a section of the main switch gear and preventing a complex-wide black out.

Two Co-op City ESU Public Safety Officers arrested a male with a firearm.

Officer Mike Marsanico jumped out of the ESU vehicle and when the suspect pulled a silver, semiautomatic .25 handgun from his pocket. Officer Matthew Brown, with the help of Officer Marsanico, wrestled the suspect to the ground as he tried to throw the gun to his friend.

Martin Prince, the newly-elected Chairman of Bronx Community Board 10 and a long-time resident of Co-op City, will be looking out for the interests of his fellow Co-op City residents.

Prince wants to establish stronger ties between the Riverbay Board of Directors and the Community Board.

In a day of protest on July 14 organized by Cooperators United, a coalition of Co-op City building association leadership, residents voiced anger over the lack of transportation improve-

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ments to the area just as the Mall at Bay Plaza was due to open and attract thousands of additional shoppers to the area each day.

August: Going home services for the late Esther Parrish Smith were held on August 10 at the Ninth Tabernacle in Brooklyn. Smith, the first woman to serve as President of the Riverbay Corp., served as second Board President after the tumultuous rent strike in the 1970s during which she also marched and picketed. She was the first African American to hold the position A survey of more than 140 Building 15A residents using the new lobby entrance system for several months resulted in changes to the initial design and some basic function of the new system, Board President Cleve Taylor said. “We are not going forward with the other 64 lobbies until a consensus of the residents of Building 15A are satisfied with the new system.”

An apparent new entrance and exit at the far northeast corner of the Bay Plaza property which meets the eastbound Bartow Avenue just before it enters Section Five became a growing concern for Section 5 residents and community leaders.

Peter Pacheco, Co-op City’s supervisor of lobby attendants for the past nine years, officially retired and was recognized for his service to the community with a surprise plaque. The new supervisor of lobby attendants is Andrew Quinlan.

National Night Out Against Crime (NNO) was celebrated at Co-op City on the Section 1 Greenway, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, the 45th Precinct of the New York City Police Department (NYPD), the 45th Precinct Community Council and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto.

Reported spalling concrete on four buildings resulted in an intensified effort to inspect and remove loose or chipped balcony concrete as the housing company hastened efforts to erect bridging as a safety precaution.

Residents of Building 26 had expressed concerns about indications of loose concrete on some of the balconies in the building.

The 780,000-square-foot Mall at Bay Plaza and its anchor, the new Macy’s department store, opened up while hundreds lined up outside the

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new entrance. But concerns about traffic appeared justified almost immediately as the local streets became much more congested than usual.

The Riverbay Board approved room rentals up to 12 p.m. in all three community centers – Bartow, Einstein and Dreiser – by certified community organizations for Saturday morning classes.

Public Safety Officer Silva “Steve” Martinez, a 26-year veteran of Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety and a Co-op City resident for nearly 30 years, died after a long and courageous battle against cancer.

A petition containing the signatures of 1,200 residents and support letters from elected officials and community representatives supporting the Asch Loop street overlay in honor of Milton Alexander was delivered to Councilman Andy King for approval by the New York City Council.

Several schools in Co-op City reported significant gains on third through- eighth grade test results and generally exceeded scores in Bronx District 11 overall. PS 153 Helen Keller outscored District 11 scores in every category and MS 180 and IS 181 outscored the Dis-trict results in five of six categories.

Close to 1,000 Co-op City employees were thanked for their efforts year-round with an Employee Appreciation Day at the Co-op City Little League fields. The Riverbay Board approved the special recognition and Riverbay President Cleve Taylor said: “On behalf of all the shareholders, we love the work you do. We know you are here for us. You keep the property beautiful and working. And from all of us, thank you.”

The first-ever Section 5 Fun Day sponsored by the combined building associations of Buildings 26 through 35 on the Greenway was a resounding success attracting dozens of Co-op City families.

September: Two simultaneous but separate and completely unrelated incidents caused residents of twelve floors of Building 13 to lose power for approximately five hours while at approximately the same time, water service was lost to Building 18 and 17 because of a necessary emergency water valve replacement.

Progress reports on new initiatives launched by the Riverbay Board of Directors were discussed at Open (Continued on page 12)

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Kwanzaa

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In this holy and revered season of there are several key components of a sters. Kwanzaa gifts were distributed to team responsible for changing the face Advent, Chanukah and Three Kings, Kwanzaa festival which were also on the children. Ms. Iris Campbell and of Harlem’s famed 125th Street area and Kwanzaa has become a major non-relidisplay, including the Mkeka or mat; three generations of her family came prior to coming to Abyssinian Baptist gious, celebratory occasion for African Kinara or candleholder for seven canfrom as far away as New Jersey and Church where he was co-founder of Americans throughout the land. This dles; Kukumbuka or calling out and Brooklyn to the festival. “I am happy to the Rites of Passage Program for young Coalition event was a further testament. remembering of ancestors and heroes, be here with my family,” she said. A men and women age 12-15yrs old.

Opening the ceremony was and Karamu or feast. Each one is quite very shy six-year old, Cree Harrison, “More than a 1000 youths have passed Coalition President Virginia Stewart significant. great granddaughter said that it was her through its doors. And we offer 1-to-1 with prayer by Deacon Linwood Sis. Deborah Nelson and Sis. Cheryl first time but eleven- year old great lifetime mentors,” he said.

Wilson, and the singing of “Lift Every Birdsall presented the Libation granddaughter Amannyi Campbell had Elder Simmons’ message centered Voice and Sing.”

Ceremony and vendor introductions, attended before. They both said that on Kwanzaa Principle # 5: Nia, which Celebrated from December 26 to respectively. Among items for sale they like to receive the gifts. stands for Purpose. He urged attendees January 1, Kwanzaa was started back were hand crafted African clothing, Bringing the Kwanzaa message was to live a “purposeful life- be in servin 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, ice”; eliminate “negative words, to an African American professor, so bury them dead.” He added, that African American peoples “Living a purposeful life means could learn about their own African that you will decide what you will history and customs. He called it be called and answer to.”

“Kwanzaa,” a Swahili word, which Following his message, Premeans “first fruits of the harvest” sident Stewart and members of the (it is a custom in Africa to celebrate Coalition presented Elder Simmons the harvest before the beginning of with the Cultural Leadership the dry season).

Award.

As has been done for the past 18 Before departing and closing years, this celebration featured the remarks by Sis. Patricia Bonaparte seven principles of Kwanzaa called everyone partook of a delicious Nquzo Saba. Moreover, African Kwanzaa Feast that consisted of a Americans try to keep the Nguzo wide variety of good food, desserts Saba in their hearts all year round, and drinks. but at the Kwanzaa Celebration it The Kuumba African Drummers takes on an especially important and Dancers put on an energetic and meaning. “To celebrate and not live authentic cultural performance. The Kwanzaa is a sin,” said Elder dancers even went into the audience Clifford Simmons. and called the “sisters and brothers,” Coalition President Virginia (including the guest speaker) to joinStewart said, “The Coalition has Ebony Rae Lambright (2nd from left) teaches Co-op City’s children as she presides over the lighting in the African dance moves for fun. the Kinara, a key part of Co-op City annual Kwanzaa observance held last Saturday in Bartow always done this and we will con- of Photo by Lauretta Jaysura There was laughter and smiles from Center. tinue to have Kwanzaa celebraeveryone. tions. The population of Co-op City is hand paintings, ethnic articles, books, guest speaker Elder Clifford Simmons, Elder Francine Reva Jones, also a now more African American and the nuts and jewelry. director of Blue Nile Rites of Passage, Riverbay Board member, said that she “turn out and participation are excelMs. Ebony Rae Lambright, an up Inc., Abyssinian Baptist Church, NYC. was glad everyone had a good time lent. Everything today is being donated and coming young leader in the Co-op A tireless, passionate individual in perand she thanked everyone for their by the participants from the community City community presided over the lightpetual service, Elder Simmons shared participation. and they have been great.” ing of the Kinara (candleholder) as well moments of his own earlier life as Board member Linda Berk said that In addition to the Nquzo Saba, as fun and game time with all the youngProject Manager of the reconstruction the entire celebration was “uplifting.”

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, January 15, 2015 in the Bartow Center, Room # 28 at 7:30 p.m. It is requested that all members attend this very important meeting.

This will be our first meeting for the New Year. Several issues of importance will be discussed. So, please attend.

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club cordially invites you to attend the 11th Annual St. Valentine's Day Dance

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club

on Saturday, February 14 in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium B. The time of this event will be from 4 through 9 p.m.

Music will be provided by Ty & Tye ( affiliates of DJ Carol Productions). The cost is $30.00 per person. ($3.00 per set-up). For ticket information, please contact Ms. Barbara Irby at (718) 3799294, Mrs. Gloria Clarke at (718) 3795430 and Ms. Sylvia Polite at (718) 320-2837. There will be no tickets sold at the door. Come out and have an

enjoyable time while actually celebrating the observance of Valentine's Day on Valentine's Day. The Club continues to extend get well wishes to those members who are recovering from injuries, illnesses, surgeries, and various medical procedures.

We are also sending condolences to members who have incurred any family tragedies during the Holidays. Please notify our Good & Welfare Chairperson, Ms. Gertie Brown of any

Rest in Peace Richard M. Arrucci, 78, died on December 11, 2104, after an 8-month battle with brain cancer.

Rich was a long time member of the Co-op City community where he owned and operated CTC Tax Centers for over 45 years. Both he and his beloved Ada worked side by side in the office for 45 years. He prepared taxes for thousands of Co-op City residents. Rich was a compassionate and helpful man. When a customer came in with an IRS problem, Rich went out of his way to help relieve their anxiety. He loved his work and became close to many of his tax clients, whom he grew to love. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ada, daughter Eleanor, son, Richard and their respective spouses, Alan and Patty, and his four grandchildren Alan, Michael, Emily and Daniel.

Thank you for your love and support over these many years.

The Office remains open with his family (Ada, Elinor, Alan, lifelong friend and business associate Guy Sansone), continuing to service their clients in Co-op City.

incidents of hospitalizations, surgeries, home-bound status, and death in the family. She can be contacted at (347) 275-2995. She will handle all acknowledgements from the Club regarding these matters. Best wishes are also extended to those members who are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or special event during the month of January.

I thank the membership and the community for your continued support.

—George T. Clarke

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It’s happening in Co-op City

BY DEMETRI TSOULOS On Tuesday, December 23, Middle School 180's Community Team, led by its irrepressible Parent Coordinator, Mrs. Rita Henry, raised over 15,000 pounds of canned goods for the city's food pantries, a new record, according to City Harvest's own internal audit.

Beginning in October, Ms. Henry and her Community Team of student volunteers solicited countless donations from parents, teachers and mem-

MS 180 food drive a huge success bers of the Parents' Association.

The student volunteers consisted of mostly young males who refused to allow their beloved parent coordinator to lift a single can. "We believe in chivalry," said Nassir Chasse, who brought in over 80 cans. For the last few months, the Community Team has stood apart as leaders and role models.

We couldn't be prouder!" said Rita Henry.

The Food Harvest culminated in a wave of charitable giving that could-

REMINDER: Be careful

If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your own peace of mind, as well as the protection of the Riverbay workers/contractors coming into your home.

Riverbay employees wear identification badges and so do the various Riverbay-approved contractors seeking access to your home. Ask to see identification before allowing anyone to enter your apartment. If you are unsure, you should contact your local CSO at (718) 320-3300 (follow the prompts), or Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

n't have come at a better time. Mr. Arnold Burton, the Arts Director at M.S. 180 led the rallying cry for weeks, with a spirited adaptation of President Obama's winning mantra: "One More Can, One More Can - Yes, We Can with One More Can!" Anticipating a difficult winter ahead, coupled with a sluggish economy, food pantries throughout the country have been reporting shortages in their ability to meet the many needs of the poor, homeless and hun-

gry. "This is really a blessing," said Ms. Henry to Principal Frank Uzzo, himself a tireless advocate of the poor, as they braved the winter temperatures to load the truck that would carry thousands of pounds of food to New York City's most vulnerable.

"Hunger is a choice no one should ever have to make," said Mr. Uzzo.

This holiday season, because of M.S. 180's unprecedented effort, it's a choice fewer will have to make, indeed.

Flu vaccine mandate for children 6-59 months in NYC

Beginning on December 31st, children aged 6 –59 months will be required by the New York City Department of Health to receive the flu shot. This new rule was designed to address the increased risk for flu facing children under 5 years of age in group settings, such as licensed child care centers or preschools.

Last flu season (2013-14), the CDC reported 109 pediatric related deaths across the U.S. due to complications from the flu. To date, this flu season (201415), seven pediatric deaths have been reported nationwide.

Please make sure your child is vaccinated for the flu if he/she is 6-59 months of age.

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Letters to the Editor

PBA President Lynch should retract divisive statement

To the Editor, As president of the Co-op City branch of the NAACP and as a retired law enforcement supervisor, I am calling on PBA President Patrick Lynch to refrain from his divisive statement indicating that the Mayor has blood on his hands. Such statements are divisive and disrespectful both to the Mayor and the surrounding communities. I also call for more diversity on his executive board. As the surrounding communities continue to mourn for the families of the two fallen officers, let’s

There have been four incidents over the past few weeks where delivery personnel have been held up and most recently, assaulted. These incidents are being investigated by Public Safety. In an effort to maintain the safety of our community, Riverbay

not engage in finger-pointing, for it only enhances the pain to the families.

I recently met with Police Commissioner William Bratton and his executive staff; he has already begun the process of re-training the entire department, due to the Eric Garner case. It is important to know that majority of the hard working officers from NYPD are good and worthy servants of our community. I call on the community to continue to render RESPECT to those who risk their lives protecting ours.

Safety First

has decided to stop deliveries to apartments within the residential buildings.

Cooperators will have to meet the delivery person within the lobby of their building when food is being delivered.

Riverbay is striving to maintain the safety of our community and are

As I head into the New Year, I pledge to close the communication gap between the community and law enforcement, by doing the following: Hosting open forums; Patrol the community with newly assigned officers; Monitoring police training at the new Police Academy; Address the recruits prior to graduation.

—Jerome L. Rice Co-op City NAACP Branch President

appreciative of your assistance.

Please report any incident to Public Safety (718-320-3300 ext. 1 OR 718671-3050). All calls are confidential.

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.

—Public Safety

New procedures for disposal of electronics started Jan. 1 now in effect

Beginning on Jan. 1, shareholders disposing of most large electronics must bring them down to the basement area designated for bulk garage as a new state law makes it illegal for these items to be discarded with regular trash.

The New York City Department of Sanitation has informed all New York City residents, including building owners and managers, that starting on Thursday, January 1, 2015, as a result of the e-waste ban, Sanitation workers no longer collect electronics left at curbside.

Here in Co-op City, even though garbage is picked up from the residential buildings and the dumpster pads throughout the community by Riverbay workers and taken to the Peartree garbage facility and then from there, Sanitation picks up and carts away the community’s garbage, the new law makes it illegal for most electronics to be discarded along with regular trash, so it will have to be separated out.

The Environmental Protection Agency has pointed out that electronics are the fastest growing category of solid waste in the United States and they contain both valuable and harmful material in which case it is very important that they are recycled responsibly.

“This new law will help keep elecBY ROZAAN BOONE

tronics, and their potentially harmful components, out of our waste stream,” said Kathryn Garcia, NYC’s Sanitation Commissioner. “By recycling electronics, New Yorkers can help decrease disposal costs and protect the environment.”

Riverbay’s interim co-General Manager Noel Ellison said, “Since Riverbay is always ready to do our part to protect the environment for future generations, anything we can do regarding recycling and, in this case, electronic disposal, we hope will help keep the cost of technology down for the world in the future.”

As it stands, Co-op City residents had been placing their unwanted electronics either in the designated areas in the basements of their buildings or at the dumpster pads for Riverbay workers to pick them up. However, starting on January 1, large electronics being disposed of must be brought to the basement of the residential buildings and placed in the designated bulk garbage areas, not to the dumpster pads.

Residents in the townhouses, however, will continue to place their e-waste (electronic waste) at their respective dumpster pads for pick up by Riverbay.

Once the electronics have been picked up by Riverbay, they will be taken to the Peartree garbage facility where they will be sorted and placed in

bins for the city’s Sanitation Department to pick up, Kevin Keenan, Riverbay’s Safety Director, said.

According to the city’s Department of Sanitation website, electronics covered under the e-waste ban are: • Computers, including items such as tablets and e-readers.

• Televisions, as well as cathode ray tubes.

• Small Scale Servers.

• Computer peripheral, which include monitors, electronic keyboards, electronic mice or similar pointing devices, facsimile machines; document scanners and printers.

• TV peripherals, such as VCR’s, Digital Video Recorders, DVD players, Digital Converter boxes, Cable or Satellite Receivers and electronic or video game consoles • Portable devices, including Portable Digital Music Players, tablets and ereaders (considered computers).

Appliances, for example, microwaves and toasters; light bulbs, cell phones, loose/rechargeable batteries, gps devices, and loose cables are not specifically covered under any local or state regulations, according to the Department of sanitation website and residents may continue to dispose of these items with regular trash.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 18

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

Building 18

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

100 Alcott Place

Feb. 28, 2015

Feb. 28, 2017

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Public Safety Report

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CCPD offers Internet Safety for kids, teens and young adults

If part of your holiday shopping included a laptop or desktop computer, or a hand held device or cell phone capable of accessing the internet, this article is required reading. Kids as young as two years old are fluent in the use of an iPad for a variety of tasks and learning opportunities. This holiday season brought us new models of the iPad Air making the device lighter, more efficient and even more widely owned. There is even the iPhone 6 Plus and models by other brands, telephones almost the size of small tablets.

Regardless of how you feel about technology it is here to stay and becoming more sophisticated every year. All of this technology presents a world of opportunity as well as some new risks. Just compare the size, features and capabilities of today’s internet capable cell phones to those of just a few years ago.

By being aware of these risks and taking steps to protect your child the Internet can open up a world of possibilities.

FACEBOOK and MYSPACE have lost popularity among the teenage crowd. They have been replaced by TWITTER, TUMBLR, INSTAGRAM, SNAPCHAT, KEEK and PINTEREST. All of these sites offer teens aged 13 and over the opportunity communicate with friends and family. Teens and young adults can exchange photographs, videos and messages via these websites. Unfortunately these and other social networking sites have become a popular tool among sex offenders looking for young victims. By simply joining a social networking site, often with false information, sexual predators have access to the profiles of numerous potential victims.

During the teenage and preteen years it is not uncommon for young adults to experience curiosity regarding their sexuality. It is normal for adolescents to have a desire to communicate with others in the same age group regarding these matters. Sexual predators can pretend to be a similar age and establish communication with adolescents via social networking sites and chat rooms. In many cases the desired end result of the sexual predator is to establish an in-person meeting with the child. The results of this type of meeting can have catastrophic results. Sting operations have caught 40 something year old men pretending to be 15 year old boys or girls on the Internet. They work slowly and patiently, knowing just what to say to net their victim.

In a survey conducted by The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy and CosmoGirl.com it was revealed that a large number of teens are using technology to send or post nude or semi-nude pictures to others. The survey revealed that one in five teen girls (22 per cent), 11 percent aged 1316 have electronically sent or posted online nude or semi-nude images of themselves. These images initially meant to be private have often been widely disseminated. Many teens admit that they have sent these images to persons they only know online.

It is very important that parents speak to their kids about what they are doing while online as well as in real life. Make sure your kids fully understand that messages or pictures they send over the Internet or their cell phones are not truly private or anonymous.

Let your children know the consequences and embarrassment of having these images end up in the wrong hands. A good rule of thumb- “Do not text any pictures you wouldn’t want your principal to see.”

This can always actually happen. Possession or transmission of certain types of images can be against the law, up to a felony in some cases.

Parents should always know who their kids are communicating with in real life, on the phone and online. Restrict hours of usage for cell phones, computers and other electronic devices. Monitor your child’s activity on social networking websites.

Consider having the account stopped if your child will not share their password with you. Encourage your child to be safety savvy and honest with you if they have any problems.

Parents need to be aware of these dangers and discuss the dangers and how to avoid them with their children.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 1 (800) 873-5678, www.missingkids.com has set up the

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

website www.netsmartz.org with information for kids and parents alike. Cartoon characters navigate even the youngest kids through internet dangers. It is never too early to start discussing the risks and results of “Stranger Danger” in various formats with your children.

It is important to monitor your child’s use of the Internet at all times. Be sure your child is aware of the dangers of social networking sites and explain the need for parental involvement in setting up restrictions for access. View the safety tips on the website itself and report inappropriate behavior directly to the website. Restrict your child’s access on social networking sites to people your child knows personally. Parents can block questionable individuals from contacting their children by viewing their child’s profile. Children should be discouraged from posting personal information and contacting people that they meet online without parental approval.

Children and adults need to be careful not send any information out which can be found to be offensive or taken out of context. Inappropriate communication can result in disciplinary action at school or criminal charges such as Harassment, Aggravated Harassment

or Stalking being charged.

Parents need to monitor their children’s internet activity. Placing the computer that your child uses in a family room will make it easier to monitor their online activity. Be aware if your child suddenly shuts the computer off or reduces the screen when you enter the room. Set your telephone up to block restricted numbers. Monitor the numbers called by your child’s cell phone. Be alert to any unexpected packages that could be gifts sent by a potential sexual predator.

If you suspect that your child is receiving pornographic materials or being sexually exploited it can be reported by submitting an online form to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s Cyber Tip line at www.cybertipline.com. The Federal Bureau of Investigation www.fbi.gov has fostered relationships with some companies which operate social networking sites to aid law enforcement in the detection of online sexual predators. With the help of parents a safer online environment can be created.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300 Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails.

For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions.

CONTRACT SUMMARY Contract 2937 (REBID), New High Pressure Bids Due: January 6, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.

Boiler Installation: Installation of a new High Bonding: Bonding is required.

Pressure Boiler in the Power Plant.

Insurance: Insurance is required.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to All applicants from December 22, 2014 to January 12, 2015 Job Reference #14-60

Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Human Resources department by (January 5, 2015). Employees are responsible for submitting the transfer forms in person to the Human Resources Department. Employees who are promoted will receive the applicable rate scale for this position.

Mechanic Automotive Ideal candidate will be responsible for the dayto-day a number of duties in a fast-paced automotive services department. They will work alongside senior mechanics overseeing general repair and maintenance of diverse corporate fleet including but not limited to i.e. Ford, Dodge, Jeep, and diesel Hino trucks and vehicles.

Job Description: Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices. Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.

Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes. Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas. Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups. Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems. Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifica-

tions. Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors. Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience. Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.

Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges. Repair or replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings. Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels. Repair manual and automatic transmissions. Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.

Maintain cleanliness of work area. Repair or replace shock absorbers. Replace and adjust headlights.

Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps. Repair radiator leaks. Align vehicles' front ends. Rebuild parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent required. Candidates should have at least 3 to 5 years current mechanical automotive experience ranging from domestic and foreign cars to vans and trucks. ASE Certified Required. Basic OBD II computer skills are a plus. Valid New York State CDL. Basic working knowledge of diesel trucks repairs is required. Familiarity with all OSHA safety rules/regulations. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds. Must be able to read and write in English. Bilingual is a plus Drug Screening Test. Background check.

Days and hours will vary on a flexible schedule.

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-3203672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

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Linda Berk stated in last week's Lots of cooperators did an Director’s Viewpoint paper that the two interim managers amazing job of decorating several "made a business decision to bring areas here during this holiday seaback three non-principles (sic), nonson. So, with all of the decorations First Vice President management employees who were and festivities, I hope that everyone critical to some basic operations at had a wonderful holiday season.

Riverbay.”

Additionally, I would like to wish Non-management employees? Really? False! Berk that everyone will have a wonderconveniently didn't mention that one of the three employful, prosperous, and safe new year. ees was an assistant general manager of MSI. Before We Go Into 2015 Additionally, she conveniently skipped over the fact that I have to address two viewpoints the other two employees worked in finance and in that appeared in last week's paper. restorations. And, she left out the fact that this matter did To start, I would love it if we had a not come before the full board and this community. Plus, united board. But, what do you do she failed to mention that these three jobs were never when you have board members that advertised for anyone's consideration.

I believe have done their best to mislead and deceive this Not surprisingly, Bernard Cylich also supported hiring community? these three MSI employees, "Why shouldn't we hire staff As mentioned before, a huge red flag was raised when members considered useful to the operation of Co-op this so-called 'Team for Change' group ran a misleading City?" he stated. ad that said, "Enforce competitive bidding for general So, in my opinion, something is amiss here. manager/management company." However, I think that Anyway, I hope that the NYS Homes & Community this community still trusted this group and voted for them Renewal (HCR) agency and our shareholders will take because they wanted Marion Scott, Inc. (MSI) out of this action to get rid of this entire board. community. After the election, the majority of the people New Management Companies - Ethical Concerns on this Team for Change group told me that they did not Co-op City has faced numerous allegations of corrupwant to vote to get rid of MSI immediately. Next, tion for an extended period of time. When you search the Bernard Cylich stated in the June 21, 2014 issue of this following words, '2007 NYS Inspector General's Report paper that "we will invite [MSI] to bid." on Co-op City,' you'll see that there has been a "history of Why? Why would a so-called anti-management misconduct and financial mismanagement here." group "invite" MSI to bid on anything here? If MSI was So, it would behoove any management company that that bad, then we should have received approval to set up wants to do business here to read that report and to read our interim management group and then we should have specific information in this paper before dealing with this given MSI a 30-day termination notice. board.

Nevertheless, this community thought that the entire In the past, there was a time when the lines were clear.

Marion Scott, Inc. (MSI) firm was suspended when we You had a strong pro-management group that supported had our board meeting on Wednesday, November 19. everything from management. Then, you had a few antiAlso, during this meeting, there was never any mention management members that were just surviving on this by anyone that their employees would be brought back board. But, now, both groups have merged together. And, and hired on our payroll. that's why five of MSI’s employees switched locations A Management Decision? and three of them are now on our payroll. So, did MSI Shortly after that meeting, word leaked out that three really leave? Have you read one word from anyone about MSI employees were quietly hired. Then, we had the discontinuing MSI's policies and cutting our budget? No. excuses. "I did not make this decision. This was a manWhen any professional management firm comes here, agement decision," stated Cleve Taylor.

Daryl Johnson

CCPD Report

lost and found for keys and eyeglasses located at our office at 2049 Bartow Avenue, lower level. Just this week three cooperators were reunited with their property. If you find keys or eyeglasses bring them to Public Safety.

Be sure to check here if you are missing these items as well.

In New York State the Expanded “Move Over” law has been in effect since January 1, 2012. This law makes it a violation to fail to move over a lane when approaching a service vehicle such as a tow truck or a stopped emergency vehicle with or without its warning lights on. This violation carries a fine of up to $150.00 and up to two points on your license. The purpose of this law is to protect emergency responders and other service vehicles.

This year Co-op City Department of

Public Safety has joined City Harvest in its crusade to provide food to the hungry. Collection bins have been set up in all 3 community centers by Public Safety’s Sgt. Nat Diaz. The circular bins are white and gold in color and can be found next to the elevators on the lower level of the Dreiser and Einstein community centers as well as the Public Safety Base next to the Administration Offices at Bartow Avenue. There is 24 hour access to the last location. Please donate non perishable items which are not expired. While picking up your holiday items select a few items for those less fortunate. City Harvest picks up the donations and delivers them to those in need. Collection bins will be in place until January 16, 2015.

The Co-op City Department of

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they are going to see a tremendous amount of waste.

They will also see that we have a bloated payroll.

Thereafter, they will ask questions about a lot of possible no-show employees.

Think: Why would you need to hire and fire 55 parttime employees every 6 months when you have over a 1,000 employees working here?

Regardless, I think that this board, like previous ones, will do everything possible to maintain MSI's policies here. So, any management firm should consider these words before working here.

Working Together Several people have asked me if the board can put their differences aside and work together. And, I've asked them: Do you want me to work with them, fool the community, not cut anything, and vote for a 3-4 percent increase for next year? And, they answered no.

Look, if I didn't care about this community, I would vote yes for everything, lie to your face, and not cut anything. Thereafter, I would print some scriptures in this paper to justify my conduct. But, that will never, ever happen.

Smoking in the Hallways Some cooperators and visitors have gone into the stairwells to smoke marijuana. Shortly thereafter, our public safety force have locked up them up and have issued large community complaints to them. So, please stop smoking marijuana on our property.

Close On December 28, 2014, the Daily News reported that MSI filed a lawsuit against Riverbay in the NYS Supreme court.

Thank you.

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

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson @optonline.net (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

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

Thank you.

Public Safety is happy to be teaming up with City Harvest, an organization which helps to keep one million at risk New Yorkers from going hungry. If donating cash is easier or you would like more information contact City Harvest. Call 1-800-77-HARVEST or visit www.cityharvest.org/dnrc. In addition to this food drive City Harvest also rescues unused food from stores and restaurants and delivers it to those in need. Donations are needed year round for this excellent program.

As we enter the New Year, be sure to drive safely and obey all traffic rules.

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

Happy Retirement

Antonia Rodriquez, a resident of Co-op City for more than 40 years, and a garage attendant for the Parking Facilities Department since 1999, is calling it a career after this week. Upon retiring from General Motors after a quarter century of service there, Ms. Rodriguez began working at the Riverbay Corporation as a Garage Attendant 15 years ago. By working in her own community, she said she was able to maintain the appropriate parental involvement with her daughter while at the same time earning a much-needed pay check for her family. She said recently, “I hate to have to leave but it’s time to rest and enjoy my life. May God bless all of my good friends and co-workers that I have met along the way, especially Mr. Warren Mitchell and Ms. Elissa Ortiz for always being so kind to me. I will surely remember fondly all of my friends here at Riverbay.”

Mr. Mitchell, Director of Parking Facilities, said this week “Ms. Rodriguez will indeed be missed. Her dedication to her position was unmatched. She was always prompt and diligent with her duties. In addition, and perhaps more importantly, she was always a pleasure to work with. She will always be in the heart of the Parking Facilities Department and the Riverbay family in general. We wish her nothing but the best.”

Ralph Echevarria, a Riverbay employee who helped maintain the community centers for much of the last 37 years stepped into retirement after December 31. Ralph, a long time Co-op City resident along with his wife Margaret, said he plans on devoting more time to two of his beloved crafts, carpentry and drumming, but his chief job he said will be watching and helping his 28 grandchildren and his two great grandchildren on the way. Happy well-deserved retirement Ralph.

causes of collisions within New York State. Be sure to Move Over for any emergency or service vehicles on the side of the road with their lights flashing.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 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. I and the entire Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to wish you a happy, healthy and safe New Year 2015.

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Co-op City Sports

2015 Season Indoor Baseball Clinic The Co-op City Little League 2015 baseball season indoor clinic is scheduled to start on Jan. 17th. Actual dates, days, time, and location will be posted in the Co-op City Little League website: www.eteamz.com/coopcityll/.

Only sign-up players will be allowed to participate in the clinic. Registration will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10, noon – 3 p.m., Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 17. A partial $25 fee payment is accepted. No registration at the clinic. For a weekday evening registration appointment send an email request to coopcityll@yahoo.com Online registration is also available by going to the SportsSignup internet website at http://coopcitylittleleague. sportssignup.com.

The site provides an easy to use online registration service which is available twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. The fee payment can be made by credit card, debit card, money order or check. The online system uses

Co-op City Little League

Coach Denise lines up the defense while Coach Cedric guides the base runner.

a secured web page for credit and debit cards transactions which are processed via a merchant account.

For those parents that do not want to pay online, their child still could be registered via the website, with the fee payment by check or money order mailed to the Co-op City Little League home office. Complete details can be found on the SportsSignup internet website.

Velocity Track Club New York

started it off with a bronze medal in the shot put. Also, in the shot put, Adrian SwiftHenry won a bronze medal in the boys 11 & 12 division.

Living up to his MVP status, Kristian Cadiz-Domville was a double threat; he won a silver medal in the 400 meters and bronze medal in the 55 meters race. Danielle Jackson Velocity Track Club members at their Award won a bronze medal in the Ceremony BBQ earlier this year. girls 11 & 12, 400 meters race. The girls 13 & 14 age Happy New Year!!! Velocity Track division relay team of Jaleah Eargle, Club New York wishes everyone a Giovanna Tolbert, Zaria Wright and prosperous and healthy New Year! We Nariah Mathis muscled out a bronze closed 2014 on a good note; we commedal in the 4 x 200 meter relay. In our peted in the Armory Youth Holiday boys 15 & 16 division, Kenan Hickman Classic on Saturday, December 27th at won a silver medal in the 55 meter the 168th St. Armory in New York, dash. Good job to all who competed; N.Y. This was a regional competitive you are ALL winners and 2015 will be atmosphere, due to the many teams just as good or better. from throughout the tri-state area parTo continue our focus on education, ticipating. The competition was fierce all Velocity Track Club student athletes and medals were hard to earn, especialmust read a book or go over their homely when many of our student-athletes work for two hours at every track meet. missed practice due to holiday traveling Anyone interested in supporting and the change of practice schedule Velocity Track Club New York, we are because of the school closing for the a 501(c)3 Not-for-Profit. Just write the holidays. Medals were only given to check of any size to Velocity Track Club the top 3 athletes in their event/gender.

New York. Your donation is a tax write Through all the obstacles, VTC was off and we will send you a receipt. For able to muscle out 10 medals in this additional information, please contact hard competition. The following stuCoach Winston Dinkins at 914-441dent-athletes earned medals: In our 8 6196 or email me at WATCLT & under division, Christopher Ruiz @AOL.COM. —Winston Dinkins

Let us know…

If you have news you’d like to share with your neighbors, please give us a call at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375/6; email: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com or fax (718) 320-2595.

Coach Marin conducts the indoor clinic while coach Mike Arroyo looks on.

In addition, copies of the registration forms are accessible at the CCLL website: www.eteamz.com/coopcityll/. The link to the sign-up forms is found on the top left hand side of the “Welcome” page in the “Handouts” section. Once completed the forms should be mailed to the Co-op City Little League, Dreiser Loop Community Center, Room 17, Bronx, NY 10475. Also include a regis-

tration fee check (minimum $25 partial payment) payable to Co-op City Little League.

Please note that early registration is needed so that the league may properly plan for the upcoming 2015 baseball program which includes preparing for the indoor winter clinic, purchasing uniforms and scheduling the baseball games.

Follow Riverbay Fund on Facebook at www.facebook.com/riverbayfund and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/riverbayfund.

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cases, they will respond. Each child is Happy New Year to my Dear Director’s Viewpoint matched with a lifetime mentor who is Cooperators, available to them at any time. I am I trust that our shareholders will proud to say that I served as a mentor understand that the Riverbay to a teenaged girl who now attends Corporation is in the midst of a tranSecretary college. sition period and the Riverbay When Blue Nile was being formed, Board is attempting to make this Rev. Calvin O. Butts, III, pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist period as smooth as possible. Many Church, instructed Elder Simmons not to create a Blue Nile shareholders can probably recall “program,” but create a paradigm that others might follow. when Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. Accordingly, its model is being followed in several other began managing the Riverbay cities and states. Elder Simmons pointed out that, as conCorporation in 1999. At that time, a cerned African-Americans, we have a great deal of work to General Manager had just been hired do; stating that when he saw a viewing of the movie a few months before. After a new “Selma,” which took place in 1965, the situation then is not Board was seated, a Resolution was much different than what we are experiencing today. passed to hire MSI, and MSI agreed Following Elder Simmons’ message, Coalition to assume the GM’s contract, President, Virginia Stewart, presented him with a plaque in although there is no record of MSI being vetted by the the following inscription: “The Coalition … at its 18th Board.

Annual Kwanzaa Celebration Presents ‘The Cultural The present Board is attempting to follow the NYS Leadership Award’ to Elder Clifford Simmons, Executive Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) rules and reguDirector and Co-Founder of Blue Nile Passage, Inc. at The lations. MSI’s contract has expired and we are in a position to hire new management. The Board is now in the process of doing just that - hiring a new management company. This should have been done at least ten years ago.

However, the former Board leadership continued to delay the process. They wanted us to evaluate MSI first.

Approximately four years were spent time attempting to create a formula to evaluate MSI. When it was finally done, some Board Directors evaluated MSI and some did not, claiming that the HCR rules and regulations do not require evaluations, but does, however, give instructions on hiring new management.

This is exactly what the Ad Hoc Management Search Committee is doing – very carefully following the HCR and U.S. Department of Housing Development (HUD) rules in order to obtain new management. This Committee is working with the guidance and direction of our Board attorneys. Remember, under the 2012 HUD loan agreement, a management company must meet certain standards. Therefore, let the detractors say what they will; so long as informed shareholders know that, this hiring is unprecedented and the Committee and new leadership are making all efforts to do the right thing for our community.

Traffic at Bay Plaza I trust that everyone had a safe holiday and did not experience too many traffic problems. I observed that there were several traffic officers at the intersection of Bartow Avenue and Co-op City Blvd., Bartow and Baychester Avenues and Bartow and Edson Avenues. The Cooperators United organization has stayed on top of this matter and, beginning with the January meeting, the Community Relations Committee will follow up to see if more can be done for our cooperators. Please contact me, if you have had problems walking or driving across these intersections: 718-671-5957.

Retirement Congratulations and Best Wishes to Juanita Net, Riverbay Corporation’s CSO Manager, on her recent retirement.

Kwanzaa Celebration Thanks to all our families, friends and neighbors who attended the 18th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration sponsored

by The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. last Saturday. We were blessed with a beautiful day and there was a full house in attendance. Special thanks is extended to all who helped to make the event successful, including the decorators, those who contributed food, drink, or made a financial donation, the food servers, the vendors, the clean-up crew and the Riverbay porters.

The Coalition members and friends that participated in the program were: Virginia Stewart, who made the welcome address; Francine Reva Jones, Mistress of Ceremonies; Deacon Linwood Wilson, delivered a prayer; Deborah Nelson, Libation Ceremony; Joan Murrell and Cheryl Birdsall, arranged and announced the vendors, respectively; Ebony Raé Lambright, Kwanzaa Ceremony; Elder Clifford Simmons, Executive Director and Cofounder of The Blue Nile Passage, Inc. at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, guest speaker; Kuumba African Drummers & Dancers, cultural drum and dance performance; and closing remarks by Patricia Bonaparte.

Elder Clifford Simmons began his message by calling for a moment of silence in remembrance of Elder Kojo Adimu, a former resident of Building 19, who joined the ancestors in 12/1/10, and who was a mentor at Blue Nile.

Elder Simmons continued by informing the audience that he was instrumental in establishing the Harlem CVS and the Harlem I-Hop. Later, he received a calling to head, what is now Blue Nile Passage, Inc. This is an organization that mentors youth from 12-15, some of whom are troubled youngsters, youngsters being raised by a grandparent or those who just need more structure, discipline and guidance in their lives. Elder Simmons encouraged the adults to take the time to talk to a child. A change will not occur overnight, but if we continue talking, teaching and living by the example of what they should be, in most

Francine Reva Jones

Abyssinian Baptist Church of Harlem, NY, for his many years of unswerving commitment and untiring dedication to the development and guidance of African-American youth. Virginia Stewart, President, December 27, 2014.”

Elder Melvin Cherry, a former cooperator who joined the ancestors several years ago, was also a co-founder of the Blue Nile.

Habara gani! This is a greeting that means, “What is the news?” or “What’s happening?” The week-long celebration of Kwanaa ended on January 1st. However, the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles, can be followed throughout the year. Let’s practice them. 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). Please keep the Kwanzaa Principles in mind and try to apply them to your daily live.

Contact me. If you have questions or comments, feel free to contact me. I can be reached at: Francine Jones, Board of Directors, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or call 718-671-5957.

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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. If you are interested in joining our organization, dedicated to community service, please call Sylvia Hicks Membership Chairperson 917. 921.5445. Young Adults are persons18-35 years of age; you may inquire about our rapidly evolving leaders in the Young Adult section. Ombudsmen are men of the community interested in decreasing the dropout rate of youth in the community.

We are interested in your ideas con-

cerning the accomplishment of this goal. 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 join this organization. This is your chance, as a young person, to help plan the activities of the club. Don’t delay obtaining your required community service credits in a fun and interesting way. Mrs. Hicks welcomes your inquiry about any one of these groups and will be happy to help you through the application

process. Applications for scholarships are available for seniors in high school; please call Sandra Hall 917.972.7732 or Joetta Brown 404.803. 9869.

Members of The Williamsbridge Club participated in the March in Washington, D.C. held to increase the discussion of the killing of ‘black men’ at the hands of law enforcement officers Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014. This participation is congruent with our policy of “Stand up, Speak Out” on issues of concern in our communities.

The Williamsbridge Club will have a MEMBERSHIP MIXER on January 24, 2015, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Dreiser Loop Community Center. We are calling all women to come and mix with

other women who feel a passion to work within their community to make positive changes. We will have refreshments, door prizes, free parking; the event is free.

Anyone wishing to render community service assisting with any of our programs, without joining any of our club areas, may do so; to obtain more information please contact the First Vice President Sandra Hall, 917.972 .7732.

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

Greetings, cooperators.

I would like to wish everyone, every family who lives in Building 19, a joyful holiday and I hope you are all looking forward to a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year in 2015. The Coop City community has seen many changes in 2014. These changes mimic our lives—some changes have been great and others have been a burden.

But we are still here, neighbors, in Building 19.And I believe the families

of Building 19 have become stronger in 2014, stronger in their knowledge of events that affect us as cooperators in this building and this community. We are stronger in our knowledge of our neighbors and in understanding that the neighbor in the next apartment wants basically the same as we – to live in a clean, safe, and friendly community — a community to be proud of and happy to raise our children here.

One resident asked me at one time, just

what does the building associate do?

One of the goals of association is to help cooperators gain knowledge of their community and community events and to ultimately help each other achieve a building, a community that we are proud of, feel safe in and are happy that we are raising the next generation here. Knowledge is power and power is nothing if it is not put to use. As we go into 2015, please join our Building Association in wishing

the best for ourselves, our families, our building and our community. This can start with just a hello to your neighbor – ACKNOWLEDGING his presence, and this little bit of knowledge could be the start of a New Year as a neighbor.

The Building 19 Association family wants to wish you all the best as you celebrate the holidays according to your traditions.

—Lillie Hall

(StatePoint) Keeping kids occupied after school and on weekends often means sports, bikes and playing outside.

But all that physical activity should also be well-balanced with mental exercise.

With that in mind, here are several ways kids and parents can use the Internet to focus on education when class is not in session: Personalized College Prep It’s never too early to work on college applications. Investigate online services, tools and resources that can assist, such as Parchment. The company’s newest

tool, College Match, uses a proprietary algorithm to generate personalized college recommendations, enabling students to discover schools for which they may be well-positioned to be accepted.

Parchment also makes ordering, tracking and sending transcripts to schools an easy, online process. Visit www.Parchment.com to get started.

Leisure Reading Free online reading resources can help kids enjoy reading on their own terms. Check out Scholastic’s suite of free reading tools available at

www.Scholastic.com/parents.

You can visit the site for daily tips, grade guides and tools to help you build your own home library, and find your child’s learning style.

Find great ebooks at home or on-thego with teacher-approved ereading app, Storia.

Additionally, kid-friendly literature recommendations are available from Scholastic experts. Their book list features books for children in Pre-K-8.

Learning on-the-Go Parents and kids are perpetually busy.

Luckily, GreatSchools.org, a nonprofit website for parents that has reviews of more than 200,000 prek-12 schools, has launched smartphone-friendly tools like GreatKids, which provides advice and activities that can be used in just a few minutes. Its free, personalized stream of reading activities for parents and kids, as well as its mobile-based activities, help build reading comprehension, knowledge and perseverance.

Whether kids are in class, at home, or on-the-go, learning doesn’t have to take a break.

Building 19 Association

How the Internet can keep kids excited about learning

OFFICIALLY IN EFFECT IN N.Y.C.!!

Follow Riverbay Fund on Facebook at www.facebook.com/riverbayfund and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/riverbayfund.

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Board meeting in the Dreiser Community Center in front of 100 shareholders. Topics included using the former Bingo Hall as a youth center, de-merging of the Human Resources and Risk Management Departments and comparing the costs of painting and plastering operations through both in-house union staff and outside contractors.

The Equality Charter School, which began operating out of classroom space in Section 5’s P.S. 160 five years ago, opened up its first high school program for its students at the former St. John Vianny Parish School in the Castle Hill Section. The new high school enrolled 90 ninth-grade students for the 2014-15 school year.

One month after the new Mall at Bay Plaza opened, Bronx Transportation Commissioner Constance Moran and Bay Plaza traffic engineers agreed to additional traffic controls on adjacent streets. Other requested adjustments can likely be added following the completion of an updated traffic study.

More than 70 Co-op City fathers took part in “Dads Take Your Child to School Day” by doing just that and then some. Ron Hartridge, the long-time Parent Coordinator for PS. 153, organized the morning-long program which involved community leaders and educators speaking directly with the fathers for more than two hours. .

“It’s been thirteen years and four days since that horrific day, September 11, 2001,” said Mark Bruh, Founder/CEO of From the Warfront to the Homefront, at the 9/11 Memorial & Remem-brance service held in Co-op City on Sept. 14.

It was a busy, but productive, week for officers and detectives from both the 45th Precinct and Coop City Public Safety Department (CCPD) as they worked together to arrest five young men, each involved in an armed robbery in or around Co-op City over the past month.

September 20 was “Health Day” in Co-op City. The annual communitywide health fair co-sponsored by the National Council of Negro Women Co-op City Section (NCNW) and the Riverbay Fund was held in the Dreiser Loop Community Center.

October: On Oct. 6 requests for bid proposals were published in major newspapers and posted online in the ongoing procedure to find and contract with a new managing agent or general manager to run Co-op City. Board Director Bernie Cylich, Chair of the Riverbay Board Ad Hoc Search Committee, said a new management contract could be in effect possibly by early 2015.

Riverbay Corp. submitted public comments to the state PSC as part of the commission’s “Reforming the Energy Vision” (REV) initiative seeking to save up to $2M in annual fees that Con Edison charges Riverbay for equipment that Riverbay installed and paid for already.

A troubling string of teenaged girls being forcibly and inappropriately touched by a predator while walking on the footbridge over I-95 between the 47th Precinct and Co-op City continued with two separate reported incidents.

Several issues affecting the Co-op City community were presented to a gathering of roughly 80 shareholders who turned out for an Open Board meeting in the Einstein Community Center. Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor promised that the choices before the Board regarding the search for a youth center site would continue to be a prime topic of discussion.

Riverbay reported victories on two fronts in the battle against rising water rates by recovering New York City overcharges from past years and switching to a prepaid program that can save several million dollars each year going forward.

The annual Co-op City College, Career and Resource Fair was held in the Dreiser Auditorium and attended by many students, parents, guardians and others. The fair, organized by Riverbay Board Director Evelyn Turner, with the assistance of the Riverbay Fund, was intended for students from grades 3-12.

Painting and restoration work in apartments resumed early following a sudden disruption when

Atlas Restoration left the job. Riverbay worked with both DC 9 and Local 32 BJ unions in order to hire painters to continue the work.

More than two dozen representatives took part in a three-and-one-half tour of Co-op City as part of the pre-bid conference that gave potential bidders a firsthand look at the buildings and facilities they would be responsible for if they win the job to manage Co-op City.

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. came to Barnes & Noble Bay Plaza to announce that the store will remain open for business for the next two years after B&N and Prestige Properties were able to negotiate a two-year extension of the store’s current lease.

Two alert officers assigned to Public Safety’s Emergency Services Unit (ESU) were credited with the swift arrest of three burglars in Co-op City.

Officers Matthew Brown-Coletti and Michael Marsanico observed three individuals, one of whom was being chased by the other two, in the vicinity of DeFoe Place late one evening.

Co-op City families and their friends turned out for the celebration of the 19th Annual Friends & Family Day hosted by the Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

November: New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer was the guest speaker at a meeting of Cooperators United in Co-op City where he stressed his continued support for the preservation of affordable housing in New York City.

Building 13’s Rivers Run Community Garden officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the 35,000-square-foot space located on the banks of the Hutchinson River on Co-op City Boulevard adjacent to the Little League field.

The community mourned the untimely passing of Derek Alger, a former editor of the Co-op City Times and Director of Communications for the Riverbay Corporation. Derek’s involvement in the Co-op City community spanned more than two decades.

Settlement talks began between the Riverbay Corp. and lawyers who sued the housing company on behalf of five Riverbay hourly employees alleging hundreds of Riverbay workers weren't paid proper overtime wages. A potential settlement could cost Riverbay several million dollars and result in “dire consequences” for the corporation, according to Board President Cleve Taylor.

Testing of new, state-of-the-art Wascomat Crossover 22 lb. washing machines in Buildings 10 and 20 resulted in some adjustments being made before the contract is presented to the Riverbay Board for approval and the washers are installed throughout the development.

The Riverbay Board of Directors, acting in an open Emergency Board Meeting in front of nearly 400 shareholders packed into the Bartow Center, voted 122 to investigate Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc.’s conduct as managing agent. Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor detailed the reasons that led him to investigate Marion Scott officials and to discuss the procedure to be followed to effectuate a termination of Marion Scott’s position.

With the removal of MSI Real Estate, Inc. off the property the Riverbay Corp. was placed under the administration of two of the Board’s three Knowledge Assistants – Riverbay’s Director of Finance Peter Merola, and Noel Ellison, a former general manager.

At a community forum held in the Dreiser auditorium, the current state of the Ebola epidemic in three western African nations and the potential of its spread in this region, the nation and the world was reviewed

by Dr. Elizabeth Jenny-Avital, an Infectious Disease Specialist at Jacobi Medical Center.

Nearly one hundred residents, including boys and girls, and National Guardsmen came out to participate in the New York State Citizen Preparedness Training Program held at Harry S Truman High School in Co-op City’s Education Park.

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Eight substantial, serious bids were submitted by the Nov. 19 deadline and the Riverbay Board of Director’s Ad Hoc Committee began its work to choose three finalists for the position of managing agent of Co-op City. The full Board will vote to decide which will manage the Riverbay Corp. for a one-year period. A final decision is expected sometime early next year.

With the holiday gift-giving season around the corner, Co-op City residents began to realize receiving deliveries of holiday gifts and other packages from the United Parcel Service (UPS) will not be as easy as it has been because UPS is changing its delivery policy eliminating a second attempt for home deliveries.

A nineteen-year-old resident of the Grand Concourse who was stopped by a Co-op City Public Safety officer in the stairwell of Building 14 was arrested and charged with possession of 100 bags of crack cocaine.

December: In a President’s Message to shareholders, Board President Cleve Taylor wrote: “I would like to thank you for the overwhelming support you have given me and the ‘new’ Board of Directors during this time of transition (6 months). The thunderous group of 563 shareholders who turned out on Wednesday, November 19th, to discuss the Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. (MSI) investigation resolution gave me the strength to continue forward in a voluntary effort to turn this ship around.”

Riverbay cogeneration Power Plant generated $500,000 in revenue for shareholders this summer by participating in two Con Edison backup energy programs designed to help Con Edison resolve distribution problems on its electrical networks in case of an emergency.

Sonia Agron, a Co-op City woman deeply affected by the attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, was honored for putting her experiences and her pain to good use over the past six years, volunteering regularly as a tour docent with the 9/11 Tribute Center.

Facing a potential 37% increase in health insurance premiums, the Riverbay Board of Directors approved a new coverage policy that will cut that hike to 12%, saving the company nearly $1 million.

Discounted parking hours were once again made available to Co-op City visitors this holiday season on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve at the direction of the Riverbay Board of Directors.

The Riverbay Board of Directors approved overtime charges for the unauthorized use of Riverbay’s community center rooms that are leased for private functions, noting that the rates have not been increased in over 19 years.

Santa made his way to the annual Riverbay Menorah and Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Dreiser Loop Community Center. Under the auspices of the Riverbay Fund, this holiday festival is held and enjoyed by the hundreds of children and adults of the Co-op City community.

Co-op City’s Public Safety Department announced plans to experiment with the limited use of officerworn body cameras which have the capability of recording encounters between officers and the public.

Co-op City residents filled two buses for the trip to the National March for Justice on December 13 sponsored by the Riverbay Fund. Among those who made the trip were Board President Cleve Taylor who issued the call for community support.

Juanita Net, an original cooperator and a member of the Riverbay Corporation family for 37 years, the past 15 as the community’s Director of Cooperator Services, stepped into well-deserved retirement to spend more time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Convicted former City Council member Larry Seabrook lost his appeal in federal court when a judge ruled that he did receive a fair trial.

James Keappock, a fixture with Public Safety since 1985, was promoted to the rank of Captain, making him the second highest ranking commander in Co-op City’s Public Safety department.

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News from the Youth Committee Youth Committee Report

Save the Date - January 29, 2015 as new members of the Youth Committee are planning our first Town Hall Meeting for youth and young adults.

Once Riverbay Board approval is granted we will be sharing all the details.

This will be a public meeting open to everyone and held in one of our auditoriums. This meeting will give our young people an opportunity to present their ideas, voice their opinions, ask questions of public figures.

Our goal is to give as many young people as possible an opportunity to speak.

Our youth of the week on December 27, 2014 stated, "The recent news about black

men and law enforcement is not a surprise; in the past, similar situations have happened — even worse — and justice wasn't served." "When justice isn't served, there will be more issues in America."

As adults we must pay attention to our young people's voices and assist them with understanding issues that have an impact on their lives and the lives of others.

Youth member, Garvin Reid and our Co-Chairman Leslie Peterson are reaching out to a panel of experts in law enforcement to answer questions our young people have and may have been afraid to ask.

At a recent NAACP meeting, the President, Jerome Rice announced that he will be one of the experts available to share his wealth of experience in law enforcement and answer questions.

Our goal is to help young people develop behaviors known to enhance positive outcomes and support resilience in their lives.

As the new Chair of the Health Committee, a personal invitation is extended to youth to get involved with this Co-op City organization, NAACP. Your voice is important and experienced adults are willing to mentor you. We are all working from the same proven play

book when it comes to civil rights. It is also our responsibility to prepare our youth for the future, however, we need parents and guardians to encourage youth to attend monthly meetings. (It takes a village). We as community leaders want to help our youth succeed.

A special thank you to Youth Committee Members and Riverbay Staff who are contributing their time to make this event happen. Please call or email me if you wish to volunteer.

— Evelyn M. Turner Chairman, Youth Committee eturner@riverbayboard.com 917-324-1033

Happy New Year!

Our next General Membership meeting will be held Sunday, January 11, at 3:00 p.m. Dreiser Community Center, Room 11.

Barnes & Noble Gift wrapping fundraising event is over. However, at this time I want to thank all of the volunteers who came out to support this special event….Extra Special thanks goes to our long time members Florence Orage and Marie Green-Ryan. All donations for this event support our Saturday Education program.

Thank you to everyone who donated to our 10th Annual Holiday Drive.

Winter hats, scarves, gloves, socks, toys

canned goods and more were distributed to the Phipps Neighborhoods on December 23. The children and their parents expressed their appreciation for your generosity. Ms. Rivers, the Director and Ms. Davis, the Recreation Assistant at Phipps Neighborhood have also expressed their gratitude for your thoughtfulness.

Save the Date: Saturday, February 28: NCNW, Inc. Co-op City Section, cosponsored with the Riverbay Fund presents our 14th Annual Black History Month Youth Celebration at Dreiser Auditorium B from 1-4 p.m. Youth interested in showcasing their talent in song, dance, poetry, spoken word, storytelling,

theatrical performances, instrument playing, etc., please call (917) 399-2643 Save the Date: Our Annual Bethune Height Recognition Luncheon will be held on May 16 at the Coral House on the Lake, 70 Milburn Avenue, Baldwin, New York from noon – 4 p.m. The donation for the luncheon is $100.

Please contact Sadie Gilmore, (718) 320-3721, to notify us of any birthdays, illness or bereavement.

It saddens me to inform you that the beloved sister of our NCNW member, Joy Harris, has passed away. Please keep Joy and her family in your prayers. Also include Lunette Wright in your prayers as well. Ms. Wright is in the hospital.

Please keep our sick and shut-ins in prayer!!!

Happy New Year!!! Happy Birthday to our January members.

—Maxine Sullivan

National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Co-op City Section

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Building 15A Shareholders’ Association

The following is a corrected reprint of last week’s Building 15A Association article.

Although several “grinches” in their infinite wisdom two years ago stole our building's holiday spirit, we have thankfully become the recipient of a gift for this joyous season and mostly because of Mr. Bill Gordon, a Riverbay Board member, once again coming to our aid, along with Mr. Rick Schmidt (MATV) and Mr. Noel Ellison, interim Co-General Manager.

Down to almost the last moment it definitely seemed as if we would not have any holiday cheer and the annual welcoming spirit in the building lobby. Then there appeared, without the tiny reindeer, our Santas

Building 13 Association wishes everyone a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year!

The After Holiday/Pre New Year Event–held on Saturday, December 27, 2014 was great. What a way to begin winding down this year and we appreciate the “team” for making it a success. We listened to good music, ate good food and danced it off. Thank you also to those who donated dishes.

We’re taking a break. Our meeting scheduled for January 8, 2015 is postponed until February 12, 2015.

Our activities are still planned and waiting for you so come and have fun.

Happy New Year greetings to all of our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, merchants, and especially our new residents. We wish everyone a very healthy, prosperous, and lovely New Year. Please be careful while enjoying the rest of your festive holiday by designating a driver if you are indulging in alcohol.

Blessings and many wishes to all who are celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, new births, and other fantastic events during the month of January.

We are sending well wishes for a speedy recovery to all sick, homebound, and hospitalized persons.

Our sincere condolences to those who have experienced the recent loss of a loved one. Our prayers are with

NEW CHURCH LOCATION: 120 DEKRUIF PLACE (STREET LEVEL) Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m.

Church telephone: (347) 346-5790. Email: fatwcc@aol.com Weekly Worship Experiences: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.

Teen Church 10:00 a.m. 2nd Sundays Children's Church 3rd Sundays (K-3) Older Children's Church 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

Church Motto: "We are Christ-Centered, FamilyFocused with Power and Authority" Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us--where we honor tradition but are not bound by it!

All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible.

Happy New Year Everyone! We pray God's richest blessings be with you and your family throughout the year.

Community Involvement: On December 29, 2014, Pastor Frank and I met with Captain McGoewn of the 45th Precinct prior to the Prayer Vigil held for fallen NYPD Detectives Ramos and Liu. It is painfully obvious that there is deep sorrow and hurt within the NYPD. I encourage each of you to attend the 45th Precinct council meetings held here in Co-op City and PLEASE file for and take the NYPD Police Officer's Exam!! Change does not occur in a vacuum; you must become involved!! Let's not wait until something happens in our community to become outraged. Be proactive, GET INVOLVED!

because, I guess we are still on the "nice" list. Without much time to spare, we accomplished our usual showstopper thanks to the return of Dexter Brackett (with his tireless talent), Gabriella Federowicz (our teenage enthusiast), Carol McFarlane (newcomer and calming factor), Carmen Molina (our go-to gal) along with Dorothea Castle (organizer/designer for thirty-odd years). Thanks, also, to Alex Maraminsky for helping with the emergency move. Hooray team! We are told that people passing by stop in to see the display that Cathy, the mail delivery lady referred to as a winter wonderland. I call it a holiday miracle. We all celebrate, with appreciation, the chance given us to return

Building 13 Association, Inc.

Women Keeping It Real – Join Us, Saturday, January 17, 2015 from 6:30-8:30 pm, in the Association room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place). It's an INSPIRING, INSIGHTFUL, INFORMATIVE and often HILARIOUS social gathering of women of all ages discussing various issues. Remember! You must be 18 and over to participate. YOU and your friends are welcome. DON'T MISS IT! GAME NIGHT RETURNS- Our next Game Night with Miguel and Nancy is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, from 7-10 p.m. Come down or over and play cards, Dominoes, Bingo, Heads Up or Left, Right

Building 26 Association

you and your family during this difficult time of bereavement. May God bless your loved one with eternal peace.

Congratulations to Mrs. Juanita Net, Director of the Co-op City CSO offices, on your retirement. Your presence will be missed but you as a dedicated and caring individual will always be remembered by us all. Mrs. Net, you are a true leader who led by example so that your employees could exemplify excellence while performing work for our cooperators. It is going to be extremely hard trying to adapt to your retirement because you were always there when we really needed your help. We love you and know that it is time for you to move on with your retirement. We look forward to

Faith@Work Christian Church January 17, Mom's Day of Prayer: Join us at noon for our annual Mom's Day of Prayer where mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunts and friends come together to pray for our children. Lite refreshments will be served. Come early and join us for our monthly Victory

to our time-honored tradition. Hopefully, we will never have to go without extending our Seasons Greetings to all those who pass through the portals of 100 Aldrich Street, ever again.

The residents of Building 15A would like to take this opportunity to wish one and all a happy, healthy prosperous and blessed year 2015. Also, good luck to Juanita Net, Director of Cooperator Services on her retirement after 37 years of service to the community.

Save the date: The next Association meeting is scheduled for Tuesday. January 13. Watch for the flyer.

–Dorothea Castle, Pres.

and Center. We eat, chat and listen to good music. All are welcome to come and join the fun and by all means bring a friend.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to: Bldg.

13 Assoc. Inc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. All activities are on a first-come basis. For information contact Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, our website: www. bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc @yahoo.com. Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson seeing you in the neighborhood as you begin that new phase of life. Again, congratulations and may God bless you as you enjoy your retirement.

All are welcome to attend our Building Association meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue. Our guest speaker will be Ms. Lois English, Manager of Section 5 CSO. Please come out and be informed. Bring your questions, concerns, suggestions, and complaints.

Invite your neighbors to attend with you. An informed cooperator is a most valuable cooperator. There will be refreshments served and we will have a 50/50 raffle.

Good luck!

Over Depression workshop led by Brother Bob Bennett at 10:30 a.m.

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

—Pastor Deborah

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We extend Happy New Year greetings to all and hope for so many things in the New Year 2015 that this press release would have to devote its entire word allotment if we were to enumerate those items! So instead bring your Broun Place list to our New Year’s Celebration, January 22nd, Room 31, Bartow Community Center, from 7 p.m. This meeting will bring in the New Year in party fashion with refreshments, guests and music. Please submit your question or tiding to 31B. Welcome to our new members signing up to the townhouse association during our holiday drive.

Our Executive Officers are: President: Mrs. Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar; Vice President: Mrs. Vivian Burrus; Treasurer: Ms. Lillian Richardson; Secretary: Ms. Grace Emanuel. Ms. Lana Spaulding and Mr. Jesse Seise are our support team.

Kudos to the Co-op City Times on Saturday, December 27th issue, especially the “Year In Review.”

Welcome to our new neighbors and we are sensitive to their special needs regarding the realm of autism.

December 13, the Executive Committee collected for a holiday gift for our excellent groundskeepers. It was a great effort with great results. Each groundskeeper received over $200. We were saddened to learn our cogroundskeeper, Desmond, was not here for the holiday. He was let go in the recent sweep. What a shame to reward good work with a pink slip! We were, however, able to deliver his gift. Thanks again to Lillian and Vivian for accompanying Eva in the collection. Also thanks again to the Broun Place Board, Lana and Jesse for their work and support

throughout the year.

Misleading mail in addition to scam phone calls are still coming. You may receive mail from, “American Water Resources”. It says, “Dear Homeowner, Service Line Repair, protects you from multiple water problem, leaks and clogs,” etc. We own the share value of our apartments and do not have private water lines. Regarding phone solicitations, Solicitor: I’m a NYC policeman for the “NYC Retired Policemen’s Organization.” Register with “Do Not Call” online and avoid scammers.

Last week energy-filled youngsters went through Broun Place ringing door bells; neighbors, call Public Safety, 718379-3050, and help enforce our quality of life regulations. “If You See Something, Say Something” is a true motto. Do not answer the door without

checking your screen.

We have an update on discarding electronic equipment and throwing away Christmas trees, leave “either” at the dumpster pads.

Please urge our Community Planning Office to clean the areas just outside Co-op City. Skunks are here again and scavenge because of litter.

Neighbors prepare your terraces and patios for the inclement weather. Close tables and grills, tie them down, and make sure your drain is clear.

Recycling garbage correctly is important; please take the time to read the bin labels.

Again, Happy New Year, prayers to all and special prayers for those recovering from surgery, and illness and hope for the best recovery possible.

—Eva Lazaar

Hi Neighbors: The Building 18 Association Committee wishes you all a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year 2015.

We hope you relished our New Year’s Party on Wednesday December 31st.

Now that we are in a new year we anticipate taking our Building Association to a whole new level; (1) we expect an increase of attendance to general meetings and (2) more participation in building activities and etc. We strive to keep our Building Association Motto alive “Together We Can Make A Difference” So Let’s DO IT. Our next general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday January 27

at 7:00 p.m. in the association room under the portico. A guest speaker has been arranged. There will be a 50/50 drawing and refreshments will be served. Many thanks go out to all who help to keep our association moving in the right direction.

Thank you: To all who gave a monetary gift to the porters this holiday season, we thank you. Our porters are important to us as we are important to ourselves. We too must assist with keeping our building clean do not leave raw garbage in the compacter rooms please dispose your garbage properly, take large boxes and other large items down

to the basement and if you drop/spill trash on the floors please take time and clean it up. After all this is our home, we live here!

MOVIE MATINEE: Our next movie is scheduled for Wednesday January 21st at 3:30 p.m. in the association room. As usual refreshments will be served.

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER: Raffle tickets are on sale now; we will be sitting in the lobby with the tickets soon;

please check bulletin board for dates and time.

Happy Birthday to all with that special day this month; may it be all you want it to be. Enjoy!

To the sick and homebound we wish you a speedy recovery and to the bereaved families we give our sincere sympathies to you.

Please stay alert: If you see something say something.

—Gertie Brown

Today, Saturday January 3rd we will be taking down the holiday decorations.

Come on down and help.

Don’t forget our crochet class starts again this Wednesday, January 7th at 1 p.m.

Pokeno is on Friday, the 9th, and Movie Night on Friday the 23rd. Both events are in the association room in building 30B with the door opening at 7

p.m,. events starting at 7:30 p.m.

Our first general membership meeting will be on Wednesday January 14th at 7:30 p.m. with the door for the association room opening at 7 p.m.

For those who are having birthdays, anniversaries, and new additions, congratulations. Those under the weather get well soon.

—Linda Werner

The association wishes one and all a healthy, wonderful and prosperous New Year. We are scheduled to have a general meeting Thursday, January 22nd at 7 p.m. A tentative speaker is scheduled; will confirm later.

FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE: Now that Christmas is over, and we are looking forward to the New Year 2015; we welcome one and all to join the association, come with your comments, ideals, talents and participation for the betterment of our building and community. (AGREE)?

We would like you to join us in a trip to the ACE IN THE HOLE. A tribute to Sam Cooke “WE’RE HAVING A PARTY” on Thursday, February 19th, at the Royal Manor, Garfield, New Jersey.

Price is $85, which includes transportation, a family-style menu (braised tips, beef, roast chicken, etc.) and 2 complimentary drinks. The deadline for final

payment is January 22.

Please make checks payable to Building 27 Association and mail to Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl. Apt. 6D, Bronx, NY 10475. Cash and money orders will be accepted to reserve your seat. Don't MISS THE TRIP, first come, first serve. For further information please contact Margie, 917-921-7749, Nelson Sweeting, 646-644-4055 and Sharon at 718-671-1905.

The association congratulates those that are celebrating birthdays, or that special occasion. We pray for a speedy recovery for the sick and shut in. We also express sympathy to all who have lost a loved one. We as a community and a nation are going through TRYING TIMES; by all means we must continue to pray for our Board members, homes, communities and nation. Pray for leaders everywhere and for each other.

—H. Overman

Building 18 Association

Buildings 30 A and B Association

Building 27 Association

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African American Association of Co-op City

Thanks to all our families, friends and neighbors who attended the 18th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration sponsored by The Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. last Saturday. We were blessed with a beautiful day and there was a full house in attendance. Special thanks is extended to all who helped to make the event successful, including the decorators, those who contributed food, drink, or made a financial donation, the food servers, the vendors, the clean-up crew and the Riverbay porters.

The Coalition members that participated in the program were: Virginia Stewart, who made the welcome address; Francine Reva Jones, Mistress of Ceremonies; Deacon Linwood Wilson, delivered a prayer; Deborah Nelson, Libation Ceremony; Joan Murrell and Cheryl Birdsall, arranged and announced the vendors, respectively; Ebony Raé Lambright, Kwanzaa Ceremony;

Elder Clifford Simmons, guest speaker; Kuumba African Drummers & Dancers, cultural drum and dance performance; and closing remarks by Patricia Bonaparte. For more detailed information about the event, please see the writer’s Viewpoint.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation.

Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. Call Meena at 718-671-8364.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! Call Xonia at 646-3019438.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music. Call Cynthia at 917903-7073.

Adult Study Group – Meets once a month on Sundays, 1:00 p.m.

Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718379-5555.

Salsa & Zumbali Dancercise – Most Saturdays at 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Dance and exercise to Latin and R&B sounds.

Call Keith at 917-561-6211 or Iris 917-838-7723.

Creative Movement – Saturday dance classes for children, ages 3-7 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Dreiser Center, Room #1. Contact Ms. Barnes at 646-281-4570.

African Dance classes will be coming soon.

Children’s Programs – Before school, after school and summer day camp. Call 718-379-5555.

The Association is planning a oneday bus trip to Washington, D.C. for a White House tour. The tentative date: 5/2/15. If interested, call 718379-5555.

Ebola Symposium - Next Steps: The Association has decided to

move forward with community support and has contacted NGOs communicating with Liberia, Sierra Leone and/or Guinea, the three West African countries affected by the Ebola virus, to deliver food and supplies to them. To assist, call 718379-5555.

The next general membership meeting will be on Saturday, January 10th, 4 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please read our weekly column for information. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed.

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Wishing you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

—Francine Jones

Happy New Year Co-op City!

I love the idea of celebrating the new year! It can be a time to wipe the slate clean and start all over! If your past year wasn't the greatest then you can look forward to the new year being better! If your past year was pretty good, you can look forward to your new year being even better! The common thread between the scenarios is a little word we call "hope." You see we hope that our new year will be better than the old one was. We hope that this year we will obtain our goals…we hope we will lose

weight, we hope we will get that job, we hope that we will find love…Hope is what keeps us going, hope is what drives us. In fact if you fail to have hope then in reality you're hoping to fail. So it's a new year and you have hope…but what happens if this year (God forbid) your year doesn't get better? What happens if you don't reach your goals? Do you give up? Those who give up have lost all hope. So what do we do? As followers of Jesus Christ we're learning to place our "hope" in Him. We don't put our hope in things that may not last. We put

our hope in the unchanging, all knowing, all powerful, everywhere present, God. By placing our hope in Him, if things don't go the way we planned, we know that He is working things out in His time, according to His plan. This way we always have hope! This New Year we pray that you place your hope in God alone! Give Him all your plans and put all of your hope in Him! May you have a blessed and prosperous new year!

We invite you to join us for our 11 a.m. Sunday Worship Experience. We're located at 177 Dreiser Loop in

Auditorium B. We have deaf interpretation for our adult service, as well as a fully staffed nursery. Children from age 3 - 6th grade will enjoy our children's church called "Kidsong." At Kidsong your child will learn about Jesus through age-appropriate learning and have lots of fun! We look forward to meeting you this Sunday! If you have any questions please feel free to check out our website www.newsongchurchnyc.org or give us a call at 718-924-5296.

My wife Cyndie and I look forward to meeting you! —Pastor Mike Tolone

Congratulations…we made it, 2015!!

Up and coming is our…..

“POT LUCK POST HOLIDAY CELEBRATION”. It will be held on Saturday, January 10, from 6 to 9 p.m.

All cooperators are expected to bring a dish to contribute to this festive event that will be held in the association meeting room in the rear of Building 4B. Stop down and enjoy an evening of

fun, music, games, dancing and most of all conversation. Everyone from 4A, 4B and 4C are invited. Let’s start the 2015 year building a strong team spirit.

TOGETHER we can do much more!

Thank You The executive committee once again would like to thank everyone in Building 4 and also other community friends that supported our building

activities in 2014. We hope to have more individuals (men, women, young adults) to participate and volunteer their time in 2015.

Collection Continue to check the bulletin boards or lobby for notices regarding our building due collection. Dues are still just $5 for the year; which helps to support building activities/supplies and

beautification of the building.

Congratulations to all those celebrating a birthday or special event/occasion in January. Get well wishes are extended to the sick and shut-in while we keep our troops in prayer.

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

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Let’s welcome this New Year with smiles on our faces and hope in our hearts for the best. We wish you contentment, joy, peace, and a very HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR, 2015!

NOTE: On Wednesday, January 7, 2015, the RETIREES will hold their general membership meeting in the Dreiser Loop auditorium.

TRAVEL EVENTS: ▪ Jan. 14 & 15, (2 days/1 night).

Foxwoods Casino & Mohegan Casino, CT. Price: Double /Triple $179pp & Single $249. Price includes transportation, one night hotel stay at Foxwoods Resort, one breakfast, one dinner, and casino bonuses. Final payment due now.

Contacts: Serita G, 347-564-5722/ Barbara W, 718-320-0500.

▪ BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND:

Thursday, March 19, we are going back to the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem.

Great shopping at the Sands Outlets – Where Fashion Meets Fabulous. Price: $35. Rebate TBD. $20 deposit required to hold seat. Contacts: Serita G, 347564-5722/Barbara W, 718-320-0500.

▪ Come join us on May 19-21, 2015, (3 days/2 nights) to Martha’s Vineyard/ Cape Cod. Price: Double $429pp & Single $489. $50 deposit required. Final payment due by April, 2015 Package includes welcome reception, 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts, several tours, including Hyannis Port/JFK, African American tour, and shopping at Clinton Crossing outlets. Contacts: Serita G, 347-5645722/Barbara W, 718-320-0500.

T H E AT R E C O M M I T T E E : (*prices include transportation/Dreiser

Loop): Sat., Jan. 24, 8 p.m. Price: $58. Doo Wop Returns to Lehman Center for Another Night of Oldies and Fun featuring the Duprees, the Platters, the Belmonts, Barbara Harris & the Toys, Larry Chance & the Earls, and Ragdoll.

A Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Revue. Doo Wop’s leading singers and musical groups will offer a finger-snappin’, foot-tappin’, sing-along evening of classic hits. A deposit of $30 required to hold seat and full payment due by Monday, Jan. 12th. Contact: Eleanor B, at 718-324-7847.

Several other good shows are being considered. Come to the Dreiser clubroom to check out the Show/Trip wall and sign up for your performance of choice with a $20 deposit to hold seat.

GOOD AND WELFARE: Our condolences to Joy Harris on the recent passing of her beloved sister, Betty Flowers. The funeral will be held in Florida. To Olive Glasgow, as you rest and heal, know that you are thought of warmly.

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

RECAP: We require your name, telephone number and a DEPOSIT to reserve your seat when signing up for shows/trips (only money orders/checks payable to RETIREES of Dreiser Loop).

Committee Members will be available in Dreiser Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays approximately from 3–5 p.m.

—Claudette Davis

Greetings to all of our post members that are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy Birthday to all of our members that will be celebrating their birthday in January. Our Post is always looking for new members to join so if you are a veteran from any branch of the military stop by and join our Post and bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the community center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41.

Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165. Our e-mail address is post1871@optimum.net.

All Post members: on January 7 there will be an executive meeting for all executive members at 3 p.m. sharp. If you can’t make this meeting give the Post a call. On January 17, there will be a GENERAL meeting for all Post members. Please make this meeting so you can find out what our goal will be for the

new year and make plans for the year too. If for reason you can’t make this meeting, give the Post a call so that you can stay informed with the Legion business.

The 2015 cost of living will be 1.7% for all retired, survivor benefit plan annuities and you will receive cost of living in your Social Security check, too.

I trust all of our Post members have paid their 2015 American Legion dues for the coming year the amount is $50. If you didn't pay your dues, please make an attempt to pay as soon as you can.

The top U.S. Commander overseeing the military mission in Iraq said a “minimum of three years” will be required until the Iraqis are capable of taking back and securing their country from the Islamic extremist.

A good movie to see is “American Sniper.” This movie, directed by Clint Eastwood, is the autobiography of the

most lethal sniper in the U.S. military history.

How to really wash your sheets and pillow cases: generally speaking you can launder sheets in hot or water with any detergent you choose. A strong laundry booster like OxiClean or Borax will help cut through and dissolve the oils and skin cells that can gunk up sheets.

Do you know what it means when you “half-staff” a flag? It means the position that is half the distance between

the top and bottom of the staff.

I will be looking forward to seeing our Post members for the month of January, 2015.

Quotes for the day: Be the type of person that you would want to meet. A beautiful heart can bring things into your life that all the money in the world couldn't obtain.

This information was provided by the Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

American Legion Post 1871

Co-op City Toastmasters Club

The Co-op City Toastmasters Club wishes all a very happy and healthy 2015. We thank our members and friends who attended the end-of-year holiday party (pictured below). It was fun fun fun. Thanks to all who donated food or decorations; everything was great and we hope you did not miss it.

We especially want to thank Div. B Governor Ony Nwankpa for attending and TM Roquita Johnson for being our keynote speaker. Roquita really knocked-the-ball-out- the- park with her award winning speech titled, “Everything I Am Not Has Made Me Everything I Am,” which kept everyone laughing so hard at the many types of

jobs that Roquita had leading her to her present status of “Super Woman!” Now we know why she was the 1st place winner in the Humorous Speech Contest.

Congratulations to new inductees: Iris Soto, Nicole Howerton & Wm. BellJambe.

Note: The first meeting in 2015 is Thurs., Jan. 8. Regular meeting times are the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 2049 Bartow Ave., 7:30 p.m., Bartow Mall, lower level.

You may visit Toastmaster websites for more information: 3824.toastmastersclubs.org or www.toastmasters46.org or www.Toastmasters.org.

—K. Blount

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

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans.

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organization

The Coalition had a wonderful Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 27th, in the Bartow Community Center.

The Community really turned out, bringing dishes of good food, deserts and juices. The vendors were very gracious with the items for sale.

The keynote speaker was very entertaining with his words of wisdom for parents and children and our young men and woman of today. The drummers were excellent and the dancers were superb.

Their intermingling with the audience was very entertaining. The Kwanzaa Feast was delicious. I would like to thank all of the ladies who worked

behind the food table for their service. They are so pleasant and a joy to watch the way they connected with the community in making sure they get just what they want on their plate. Thank you so much.

We had a few suggestions for next year which we will take into consideration. We welcome all suggestions you may have for the Kwanzaa Celebration.

We continue to ask all the organizations in Co-op City to join our Coalition.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life in the community by focusing on education, community involve-

ment, spirituality, and youth. In order to accomplish our goals, the member churches and organizations provide on-going programs, and together, we sponsor this event and an annual Friends and Family Day in October, all free to the community.

I hope you all had a safe and Happy New Year!

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, January 6 in Room #15 in Dreiser Loop Community Center at noon.

Remember our Motto: Coming together is the beginning, staying together is progress, working together is success.

—Patricia Bonaparte

We wish everyone a healthy and prosperous New Year.

With much gratitude The Black Forum would like to express its heartfelt appreciation to Mary and Edward Harvey for their generous donations to our Food Pantry. We are extremely grateful for all you do to help others.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba Aerobics classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays; Zumba on Thursday. Classes will be held in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Register now for the fall. Youth ages 8-18.

Practice sessions are held on Mondays & Wednesdays, Dreiser Auditorium. Please call (718) 320-8035.

Food distribution sites added On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Likewise, residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed We need volunteers for the Food Program, Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you have 2 hours, per day to spare, between 11-12:45 p.m., please call us, (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.,

Room 20 in the Dreiser 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. Please also have your current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address.

You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 3208035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join.

Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony Illis

Happy New Year to all our members, families and friends! Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome – not just members!

Our Christmas Party took place on Saturday, December 20th. The Cultural and Social Committees did a tremendous job of organizing this great holiday event. Party-goers enjoyed the traditional music stylings of ‘Cinco En Plena’ and the tunes spun by DJ Salsero. Many thanks to the committees and all those who volunteered and/or made donations.

Our next general membership meeting will be held on January 8th at 8:00 p.m. The second half of the Tony Mondesire Scholarship Awards will be handed out at that time. Recipients, please attend.

The Youth Committee will be sponsoring a visit from ‘Los Tres Reyes’ (‘The Three Kings’) on

Saturday, January 3rd. Please bring your young ones to this family gathering that will wrap up the season. Join us in room 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Visitation Committee will make its monthly visit to Bay Park on Sunday, January 18th at 1:00 p.m.

The club’s first fundraiser of the year, ‘Vegas Night’, is scheduled for Saturday, January 24th in the club room from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.

January’s Social Friday’ will take place at 7:00 p.m. on January 30th.

‘Recordar Es Vivir’, hosted by the Cultural Committee, is planned for Saturday, February 7th.

More details will be available soon.

Members: Annual dues must be submitted by the end of January to avoid a penalty.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc.synthasite.com. You may also contact the club at (718) 379-7017 or email us at SpanAmCCCC@gmail.com.

—Carmen Rodriguez

Black Forum

Spanish-American Community Club of Co-op City

MetroCard Bus to visit Co-op City this month

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

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

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.

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Church of the New Vision

Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of The New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.

We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

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

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services starting a 9:30 a.m. with Sunday school, designed to meet the spiritual needs of our young people.

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

Bible teaching from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and Prayer Service from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. every Wednesday evening. Be with us to learn the Truth from the Word of God. List of Events Come join New Vision's "Partners in

Reading Program" every Sunday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Students in Grades 1 through 8 can discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program taught by trained professionals.

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

• Saturday, January 17th, Reminder "Left Behind" Part 2, will be shown.

Mark your calendar. All are welcomed to attend. Admission is FREE! The Church of The New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671·8746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx NY 10475 Wishing all our neighbors and friends Gods' Blessing during this holiday season and throughout the coming New Year!

Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com —Carole Haque

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

Church Schedule: Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

The following programs are at the

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

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every First, Second and Third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

Other Scheduled Events: Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9:00 a.m. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about

the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Children attending Sunday School are served Breakfast after classes are over. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

The Women’s Guild invites you to join us on our Christmas/New Year Extravaganza, December 22, 2015 – January 3, 2016. A Fantastic 12-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Magnificent Queen Mary 2, departing from New York, Red Hook in Brooklyn.

Ports of Call: St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie; St. Kitts, Basseterre; St. Lucia, Castries; St. Maarten, Phillipsburg; Tortola, Road Town.

To make a reservation or for additional information about the cruise please call (718) 320-1435; (718) 6715961 or (718) 320-8576.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invites you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 or 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Room 50.

Our telephone number is 718-3203774. visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a midweek spiritual pickup at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at noon.

Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, January 14 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, January 13, 2015.

Have you planned your vacation for 2015 yet? If not, join the Scholarship Ministry on their 9-day and 8-night trip to New Orleans from July 11 to July 19, 2015. There is now a second bus so consider vacationing with the Scholarship Ministry. They will travel by motor coach, 8 nights lodging including 4 consecutive nights in New Orleans; 14 meals: 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners; guided tour of a Louisiana Plantation; relaxing riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River; free time and much more. A deposit is due on immediately. For additional information, call 718-671-7507, 718-379-0541 or 718-320-3774.

The Co-op City Baptist Church wishes everyone a HEALTHY,

BLESSED, and Happy New Year.

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ

through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

—Hattie L. Lucas

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

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

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

CHURCH SCHedUle WEEKLY:

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

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

MONTHLY: COmmUniOn - 1St and 3Rd SUndayS

ALL ARE WELCOME!

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

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

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

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

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

Tues., Janaury 6

Mon., January 5

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Co-op City Times / January 3, 2015

Bartow

Einstein

Weight Management Support Group Bartow Ave. main office; 10-11:30 a.m.

Word Games 9:30 – 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Arthritis Exercises 11 – 12 p.m., Rm. 31 Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2–4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Tablet class 1st & 3rd Cellphone Class 2nd & 4th 12:40 - 1:40 p.m., Bartow Ave. Services Main office

Library 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Rm. 49 Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm 45 Line Dancing w/Ellie 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m., Rm 49 Word Search w/Sandy 11 a.m. – Noon, Rm 49

Word Games 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Current Events 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30-2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Srs. Walking Group Ended 12/16.

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

Wed., January 7

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wednesday 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31

Word Games Rm. 31 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 -11 a.m., Rm. 31 Line Dancing w/Voncile 11 a.m.-Noon, Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30–2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games 2 -4 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Thurs., January 8

Crochet and Knitting 10 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers 12– 1 p.m., Rm. 4 Gentle Yoga w/Anne 1:15 - 2 p.m., Rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rm. 2 Basic Cellphone & iPad 1:30-2:30 p.m., Rm. 7

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

Dominoes

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

10 a.m., Rm. 45

9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Spelling Bee 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

Zumba w/Ola 11 a.m. – Noon, Rm. 45

Sewing w/Raymonde 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 7

Tai Chi 11 a.m. - noon, Room 2 Mind Teasers 12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Rm. 4

Art Class 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Rm. 7

Bingo 1 pm, Rm. 49

YOGA w/Bhadra 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Dominoes

Fri., January 9

Dreiser

Library

10:00am Rm 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

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

Stay Well Exercise

9:30-10:30pm Rm 7

Word Games

10:00 -11:00am Rm 45

9:30am-11:30am, Rm 31

11:00am Rm 49

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Thursday

Spelling Bee

Chat Session

Bingo

9:30am-1:00pm, Rm 31

1:00pm Rm 49

Bingo

Po-Ke-No

12:30- 2:30pm, Rm 31

1:00pm - 2:00pm - Rm 49

Card Games

10:00 -11:30am Rm 8

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

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

2:00pm-4:00pm Rm 31

Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damian

Dominoes

11:00am – 12:00pm, Rm 45

12:00pm-1:00pm Rm 4

2:30pm Rm 31

Word search w/Sandy

Drama Club

11am-12 pm, Rm 49

1:30 – 4:00, Rm 7

Men’s Line Dancing w/Voncile

Dominoes 10:00am, Rm.

Crochet and Knitting

9:00-10:00am, Rm. 31

45

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

9:30am – 11:30am, Rm. 31

Art 10:00 am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Women’s Line Dancing w/Jenifer

Bingo 1:00pm, Rm. 49

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

Chat Session

Card Games

11:00 – 12:00pm, Rm. 8

10:00am, Rm. 31 Bingo 12:30pm – 2:30pm, Rm. 25

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

Word Games

10:00 – 11:30am, Rm. 31

Sing along w/Charles Carrington 2:00-4:00pm, Rm. 31 Dominoes 2:30pm, Rm. 31

Meditative Moments Mind Teasers 12:00pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4

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

Spanish Class 1:00pm-2:00pm, Rm. 7

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

11:00am-12:00pm Rm. 31

Card Games

Mind Teasers

Schedule subject to changes without notice*

Therapeutic Yoga 1:30pm – 2:30 pm, Rm. 8

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $3.50 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice. Lunch must be ordered a week in advance.

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

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

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066

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

Date: Mon., Jan., 5

Kosher

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Non-Kosher

Orange pineapple juice Beef Hamburger Multigrain bread Bigos (Hunters stew) Mauzone potato knish Italian blend vegetables Hamburger bun, plain Mixed green salad Canned Apricots Yucca w/onions Alt: Baked turkey breast Apple juice

Shake & bake chicken Tues, Egg barley w/mushrooms Jan., Coleslaw 6

Apple Cinnamon Chicken Sausage Baked French fries Peppers & onions

Whole Wheat bread Whole wheat dinner roll Fresh Fruit

Alt: Tuna fish salad

Wed., Jan., 7

Orange juice Beef Salisbury steak Turkey meatballs w/mushroom sauce Fusilli pasta w/parsley Kale w/garlic sauce Mashed sweet potatoes Sautéed spinach Alt: Veggie burger patty Apple juice

Tilapia Francaise Thurs., Cuban style yellow rice Jan., Steamed peas & carrots 8

Whole wheat bread Fresh Fruit

Baked Asian style honey chicken Rice & beans Mixed vegetables

Whole wheat bread Fresh Fruit

Lemon pepper fish Polenta Garden salad Peppers & onions

Challah bread Applesauce unsweetened

Alt: Chicken salad

Fri., Jan., 9

Orange juice Baked chicken legs Green beans Potato Kugel

Upcoming Events/Trips

Alt: Gefilte fish

There will be no refunds for all trips. All Trips includes roundtrip transportation! Call the Bartow Office to register unless otherwise noted (718-320-2066).

Effective immediately when you bring a senior guest to eat lunch in the Bartow & Einstein Senior Centers the guest will get their meal for free.

Social Work Office Hours: Please call 718-320-2066 for additional information 2049 Bartow Avenue – Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm 135 Einstein Loop, Room 40, by appointment 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 13, (Office will open after repairs are completed) Free SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance – Friday January 9th and Friday Jauuary 23rd 2015 at the Co-op City Senior Services Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue - 10AM TO 3PM – Walk In - First Come, First Served! Please bring documents that verify your Identity, Address, Income, & Expenses [rent, medical, etc.]. For more information: 718-320-2066 Presentations by Neighborhood Initiatives Development Corporation on the “Peep Hole installation has been CANCELLED until further notice NORC Falls Prevention Workshop – January 23rd – 2:00pm @ 177 Dreiser Loop – Room 7 FREE Civil Legal Services coming to Your Neighborhood – A NYLAG (New York Legal Assistance Group) Mobile van will be stationed in Co-op City on Thursday February 5th Bartow Avenue & Asch Loop in front of the Memorial Park from 10:00am to 2:30pm. Lawyers on the van will provide free legal assistance on issues related to: Housing, public benefits, disability benefits, healthcare, identity theft, debt management, consumer

credit, immigration, domestic violence, divorce, custody, employment & advance planning. To make an appointment and to fill out the referral form, contact JASA @ 718-320-2066 – 2049 Bartow Avenue. The referral form has to be filled out prior to your scheduled appointment date Tablet Class - 1st and 3rd Monday starting Monday December 29, 2014 and ending Monday March 30, 2015 Cell Phone Class 2nd and 4th Monday starting Monday December 29, 2014 and ending Monday March 30, 2015 – 12:40 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. Please call 718320-2066 to register. (ONLY 5 SEATS AVAILABLE.) No walk-ins.

Bowling - JASA has resumed Bowling on Tuesdays for seniors @ the Paradise Lanes in Yonkers. If you’re interested please call the JASA Senior Services office @ 2049 Bartow Ave to register. Pickups: B - 11:00 a.m. – Einstein- 11:15 a.m. & Dreiser 11:30 a.m.

Weight Management Support Group – Monday January 5th, 2015 10:00am 2049 Bartow Ave, Main Office, facilitated by social workers.

Learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a Healthy Lifestyle. For information: 718-3202066.

Caregiver Support Group – Tuesday January 6, 2015 - 1:00pm 2049 Bartow Ave Room 31. The group offers resources as well as an atmosphere of understanding and support, whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home. Group is facilitated by a social worker. For information: 718-320-2066.

(Grandparents Connection) Kinship Caregiver Support Group – Thursday January 8, 2015 - 10:30am 135 Einstein Loop – Teen Center. For additional information, please call the Bartow office 718-320-2066

Co-op City Times / January 3, 2015

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

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Happy New Year - 2015: Here’s wishing all a happy, prosperous and healthy New Year. We look forward to seeing all AARP Chapter #4997 members at our first meeting of the New Year -- scheduled for Monday, January 12th, 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A”. Let’s keep this chapter alive, well and moving forward in Co-op City.

Remember -- Each one, bring one (or 2 or 3).

FYI: AARP New York is pressing for legislation that could reduce hospital “readmissions” by showing family caregivers how to administer follow-up care. The Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable (CARE) Act would require hospital staff to ask each patient to designate a caregiver, notify the caregiver if the patient is discharged or moved to another facility, and teach the caregiver how to do procedures the patient will need at home (i.e dressing wounds or managing medications). To help with advocacy, AARP New York is asking family caregivers to share stories about their experiences when their loved one was in or discharged from a hospital.

AARP plans to share some of the sto-

ries with lawmakers to demonstrate the need for the legislation. To participate, email your story to nyaarp@aarp.org.

For more information about the CARE Act, go to blog.aarp.org and enter Caring for Family Caregivers in the search box.

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.

2015 Tour Activities April 23 – 26, 2015 –Azalea Festival in Norfolk, VA w/reserved seats for the Azalea Festival Grand Parade; a Dinner Cruise on board the Spirit of Norfolk; attend the International Tattoo Show; Norfolk Botanical Gardens Tram Tour; 3 breakfasts and 3 full-course diners; evening entertainment; deluxe Motorcoach transportation -- $550/person double; $719/single (correction)… $100 deposit, payable to AARP #4997, when you sign up…travel insurance available upon request. Contact Jean 718 379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

We wish one and all a Happy New Year 2015 with good health, worldwide peace and a safe journey home to the men and women in the service of our country.

Tuesday, January 13th, we are going to Harrah’s Casino in Atlantic City. The cost per person is $33 and you receive a casino slot play of $25.

The time of pick-up is starting at 8 a.m. at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Don’t forget your valid photo I.D. and your casino card. Total Rewards Cards can

be used for comps.

We want to take this time to thank members, non-members and individual donors who have participated in our trips, as well as the luncheon shows.

For the above trip, please call Loretta at 718-671-2958; Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874 or Lydia at 718-6713005. We are available Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and in the evening 5 to 8 p.m.

Please give a call to the homebound and those in in nursing homes.

—Lydia Ruas

Wednesday, January 7—Bingo game in Room 39. Admission is $2.00.

Time 1:00 p.m. for members only.

Refreshments served.

Our first trip for 2015, “Abie’s Irish Rose.” It’s a hilarious comedy classic.

Date is Tuesday, April 14. Price is $79.

You can pay it in payments a little at a time. See Ann or Mary. Menu: Yankee pot roast, fried jumbo shrimps, stuffed breast of chicken, lemon pepper cod baked, vegetable lasanga, roasted vegetable kakob, also homemade bread,

mixed garden salad, and also 30 or more fresh made desserts, coffee or tea.

“Abie’s Irish Rose” is being shown at the Hunterdon Hills in N.J. Don't forget to pay your yearly dues of $15. For more information, see Mary or Ann at 135 Einstein Loop or call us at 718-379-9613. We are open Monday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or call Mary in evening at 718-379-4899 and I will call you back.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

Einstein Cancer Fund

Goose Island Seniors

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION WEEKLY EVENTS for January (Call Library for more information) Toddler Time - Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.

Teen Lounge - Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Tech Connect - Wednesdays, 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m Film - Saturday, 2 p.m.

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

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

REMINDER: Be careful

If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your own peace of mind, as well as the protection of the Riverbay workers/contractors coming into your home.

Riverbay employees wear identification badges and so do the various Riverbay-approved contractors seeking access to your home. Ask to see identification before allowing anyone to enter your apartment. If you are unsure, you should contact your local CSO at (718) 320-3300 (follow the prompts), or Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

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Co-op City Times / January 3, 2015

Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue It is not easy to ask for help, believe me, I know. It is much easier to just push forward, to buck up, to get through, rather than admit we cannot do it all alone.

Yet, when we ask for help, something incredible happens, We learn that nobody really expects us to be super-human Nobody really thinks we should go it alone. Anybody who has ever been asked for help knows

how good it feels to say yes, and how good it feels to make someone's life a little bit easier.

Having been both the one who is asked to help, and the one who asks for help I can see both sides of the picture. And even though I still resist asking for help, I cannot deny that something special, magical, and holy happens when we simply say “Would you help me?”

Young Israel of Co-op City

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

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

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

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

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

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

Let us know…

If you have news you’d like to share with your neighbors, please give us a call at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375; email: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com or fax (718) 320-2595.

Shalom Jewish Funeral Home, Inc. George Farr - Funeral Director

(718) 828-1700 Keeping Tradition Under Rabbinical Supervision

1528 Castle Hill Avenue Bronx, NY 10462 www.shalomjewish.com Services from Our Chapel, Graveside or Synagogue Parking Facilities • Pre-Arrangements

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Synagogue: 718-379-6920.

Note: Our office hours are on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle Lighting on Friday, January 9, 2015 is at 4:27 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, January 3rd at 5:31 p.m.

Coming Events The festival of Chanukah commenced on Tuesday, December 16 with the lighting of the first candle at sundown, and runs for 8 days through and including Wednesday, December 24.

Services will be held on Saturday, January 3rd at 9 a.m. Join Rabbi Kronengold in prayer.

We hope that you will sign up to

sponsor a Kiddish to take place after services on Saturdays.

Come pray with us and enjoy the Kiddish after services. We will be having Cholent, potato and noddle kugels, so please join us.

Good and Welfare: Best wishes also to all else celebrating special occasions this month and a Happy and safe New Year to everyone.

We have tree certificates “in Honor of” or “in Memory for” a special occasion or a condolence. The cost is $15 per tree.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy recovery.

Mimi Berlofsky welcomes all calls at 347-427-4526.

Seasons Greetings to all!

We look forward to seeing you soon.

—Miriam Berlofsky

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

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

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2.00 per month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 4, when we will celebrate The Second Sunday after Christmas Day. Fundraising Event: Spread the word, ECW 8-day cruise on the Carnival Splendor, leaving out of New York on August 12, 2015: Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay, The

Bahamas and Nassau, with fun days at sea. Ocean view cabins start at $1,297 and inside cabins start at $1,217, depending on how many persons per cabin.

Although the cruise is in August of next year, the cabins must be reserved early.

So if you plan to go, please contact June Grimes at 347-457-8249 as soon as possible to indicate your interest and make payments.

Flyers with more information including a suggested payment plan are available.

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

For additional information on the above, please call the church at 718320-0844 or visit our website: http:// www.stjosephsepcbronx.org “Happy are they who dwell in your house! *they will always be praising you.” (Psalm 84:5) —M. Chambers

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

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Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available.

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

English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service at 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Crescendo Christian Music School: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, flute, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-

3644. The school will be open from Monday – Friday 2 – 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.

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

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

Family Night: Friday night family night is back. Come and have an enjoyable time for the whole family, starts at 7:30 p.m. every Friday. Bible Study will be in Spanish or English, whichever you prefer.

Trip to Florida to the Holy Land Experience: 9-day trip to the Holy

Land Experience and other features on August 8 – 16, 2015. Cost is $799 per person double occupancy. Deposit is $75/person. If you are interested in going call Linda at (917) 684-6463, if no answer, leave a message.

Trip to Lancaster to See Joseph at Sight & Sound: Trip is on May 22, 2015 and will include shopping at Rockville Square Mall, Theater, Dinner at Plain & Fancy + Transportation. Cost is $140 per person. Deposits (deposit is $50/person) must be received no later than February 8, 2015. If you are interested please call Barbara at (347) 6037473; if there is no answer, leave a message. Reservations must have deposit or full payment.

—Rev. Dr. Milca C. Plaud

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. Pastor, Lady Theresa M. Smith, CoFounders, 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 W-2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Co-op City community; a warm welcome awaits you!! A very special invitation to our new neighbors in Co-op City. We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 917734-4058 for more information.

To our Friends and Neighbors:

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Start the New Year off in a new church home? Come grow with us. Do you have a gift for music? Do you want to be part of planning singles, married, youth ministries? Do you have special talents that have been ignored? Are you serious about changing your life? God has a plan just for you and today is the first day of your new life.

Message to the Community: Church of the Savior has a new website. It is the open door to all the friends we haven’t met yet. You can get to know us by going to www.churchofthesaviorbx.org. New friendship and growth is just a click away!

Church of the Savior is located at 920 Baychester Ave (close to Darrow Pl). Our mailing address is: PO Box 86,

Bronx, NY 10475.

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

Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Come and be blessed, we want an opportunity to love you; see you in church.

Our children’s Sunday school will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service.

Dr. Smith’s Sermon Topic: “God Worked It Out!” Reading from Holy Scripture - Matthew 2:19-23 Weekly Activities –

Bereavement group Monday 5:00 p.m.

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

Every other Saturday - Food Pantry: We are reaching out to the community for assistance. Please check expiration date on all items. You can drop off your donations at the church Sunday morning, 9 10:15 a.m., Monday evenings 5 - 7 p.m.

To arrange special drop off time, call Dr. Smith at 917-734-4058. Thank you in advance and God bless all our donors.

Thought of the Week: “You cannot be anything if you want to be everything.” Solomon Schechter.

—Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr.

Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to worship service at 120 Benchley Pl., Bronx, N.Y. 10475 SUNDAYS: Sunday school for all age groups starts at 10:30 a.m.

Worship service begins at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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

Fridays: Youth service starts at 7:30 p.m.

May the rich blessings of God be with every one throughout the New Year.

Focus Verse: For after that in the wisdom of God the world by Wisdom knew not God, it pleases God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believes. {1st Corinthians 1:21} The depth of Paul’s love for the Corinthians is evident in his patient, though sometimes incredulous response to their many spiritual and relational problems. When he looked for ways to commend them in his opening verse, he could not rejoice in their faith, hope, or love. He could only say ye come behind in no gift, waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. {1st Corinthians1:7} Paul was troubled by many things about the Corinthians. He was troubled by their fractured fellowship, spiritual immaturity, and tolerance of gross sin. He also viewed as a problem their tendency to seek relief from secular authorities for offenses com-

mitted within the community of believers. He was further troubled by their disregard for the scruples of other believers and their failure to learn about the example of the wilderness generation of Israelites.

Moreover, he was concerned about their shameful disregard of propriety in prayer and prophecy, their abuse of the Lord’s Supper and spiritual gifts, and their skepticisms concerning the resurrection. As the antidote to their dilemmas, Paul recommended unity, humility, passion for purity, willingness to be defrauded, and marital fidelity and sensitivity. He further advocated commitment to the spiritual health of others, avoidance of anything connected with idolatry, due regard for decorum in prayer and prophecy. Reverence for the Lord’s Supper, love and order in the exercise of spiritual gifts, and hope in view of the Resurrection. 1st Corinthians 1:910 states: God is faithful; by wisdom ye were called unto the fellowship of His Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Now I beseech you brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and there be no divisions among you; but that ye are perfectly joined toghter in the same mind and in the same judgment.

Paul has great concern for the Corinthians, and when it was declared unto him that there were contentions among them, he encourages them to walk perfectly before God. For further information call 718324-0334 or 718-320-4218 —Rev. R. Sibblies

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