Co-op City Times 1/20/2024 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 59 No. 3

Saturday, January 20, 2024

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Vehicle Fire in Garage 1

Mayor Announces New Funding for DOE & DYCD Programming BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Mayor Adams announced the restoration of funding for DOE community schools and a significant investment in the Summer Rising program on January 12. Specifically, $10M in funding will be restored to support DOE community schools, and $80M in additional funding will go towards improving the Summer Rising program. DOE community schools are important resources for many families because they provide “holistic support to students and their families, including providing health care, additional learning opportunities, and social and emotional counseling,” as explained by the Mayor’s Office. The $10M in restored funding will help 170 community schools across the five boroughs. As for the Summer Rising program, the additional $80M in funding represents a key milestone in the city’s overall commitment to investing in its young people. Summer Rising first kicked off in 2021 under former Mayor Bill de Blasio. Since

Ten vehicles in Garage 1 were damaged, two of which were totaled, on Wednesday evening, January 17, at approximately 5:22 p.m. when a fire broke out on the D-side of the second floor. FDNY responded to the scene and extinguished the fire. The parking spaces affected by the fire have been blocked off with caution tape and multiple light fixtures that were also damaged by the blaze were replaced with temporary lighting by Power Plant personnel. On Thursday, Riverbay Construction and Safety departments began assessing the garage for any further damage caused by the fire. As of press time Friday, the garage remains in normal operation. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

Photos courtesy of Parking & Leasing Department

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Open Board Meeting in Bartow Center, Jan. 24 The Riverbay Board of Directors will conduct its Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Business Meeting in open session at 7 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Center. Shareholders are invited to attend in-person to observe the Board at work, or tune in to the Riverbay Crawler to view the proceedings. The Riverbay Crawler can be access on channel 591 for Altice/Optimum subscribers, and channel 12 for Master Antenna (MATV) subscribers. (See Meeting Agenda below.)

Directions for joining HCR’s Virtual Carrying Charge Conference Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 7 p.m. Meeting number (access code): 2631 015 9320 Meeting Password: fJxGCdCa687 (35942322 from phones and video systems) To join from mobile devices: Go to https://riverbaycorporation-205.my.webex.com/ riverbaycorporation-205.my/j.php?MTID=ma7f86b8de3e574ac51fa491a4fe2ea16; or use bit.ly/3vv3QJM; or scan the QR Code at right. 1. If requested, enter your name and email address 2. If a password is required, enter the meeting password above – (fJxGCdCa687; 35942322 from phones and video systems) 3. Click “Join” 4. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen To join by audio/telephone: Dial by your location: +1-650-479-3208, US Toll To join from a video system/application: Dial: 26310159320@webex.com You may also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number Hearing-Impaired Shareholders The HCR Notice to Co-op City homeowners states that Riverbay will make provisions for interpreter services for hearing impaired shareholders who wish to attend the virtual January 30, 2024 carrying charge conference (See Dec. 16, 2023 Co-op City Times). However, written requests for this service must be submitted to Riverbay at least two weeks prior to the January 30, 2024 conference date. These requests should be emailed to: RiverbayFinance@riverbaycorp.com. Please Note: This Webex service includes a feature that allows audio and any documents and other materials exchanged or viewed during the session to be recorded. By joining the January 30th, 2024 session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not agree to the recording, you may discuss your concerns with Mr. George Simon at george.simon@hcr.ny.gov or by calling (212) 872-0744 before the start of the recording. Please also note that any such recording may be subject to discovery in the event of litigation. HCR Comment Deadline The deadline to postmark or email written comment to HCR on the April 1, 2024 carrying charge increase in the amount of 2.1% is Monday, January 29, 2024. Written submissions must be addressed to: George Simon (george.simon@hcr.ny.gov) New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal Office of Integrated Housing Management Bureau, OHP 641 Lexington Avenue, 4th Floor New York, NY 10022

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Funding ––––– (Continued from page 1) its inception, the program was entirely carried by Covid-19 pandemic-related federal stimulus funds. However, Mayor Adams’ announcement about funding for Summer Rising represented the first time that the program will be using exclusively “city dollars,” as was described by the Mayor’s Office. For parents who are unfamiliar, Summer Rising is a free program and partnership between New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) that aims to provide over 110,000 children in grades K-8 with educational enrichment activities in the summer. Any students in grades K-8 who attend school in NYC can apply, as the program is not limited to only NYCPS students. More information on the Summer Rising program can be found online at https://www.schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/summer/grades-k-8. Last year, the application for Summer Rising went live in April and closed in May. Mayor Adams discussed the importance of investing in the city’s youth during his funding announcement. “When we invest in our young people, we invest in the future of our city. That’s what programs like Summer Rising can achieve — providing a full year of education, social interaction, and active play to our young people,” the Mayor said. “This funding will continue to open the doors to opportunity for a record 110,000 New York City children, while community schools continue to provide essential support to young people and their families with the resources they need, both in and out of the classroom. Through community schools and Summer Rising, our administration is prioritizing investments in our young people’s futures.” NYCPS Chancellor David Banks echoed a similar message and emphasized the impact community schools and Summer Rising have. “Ensuring Summer Rising can continue and restoring funding for our community schools is a tremendous win for our families. Schools are the centers of our communities and programs like these are shining examples of the transformational power they wield,” Chancellor Banks said. Overall, Mayor Adams’ commitment to investing in the city’s youth stems from his plan called “Pathways to an Inclusive Economy: An Action Plan for Young Adult Career Success,” which the Mayor announced in December of 2023.

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In Memoriam Diana Miyuki (Miki) Kindaichi May 21, 1981 – December 29, 2023 Through these brief paragraphs, we share the passing of our daughter, Miki Kindaichi, from an aggressive cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital. Miki had a unique personality – all who knew her, loved her. Her smile and ability to bring people together were well-known. She was born on May 21, 1981 and passed on December 29, 2023. It truly takes a village to rear a child and in Building 4, Section 1, we had a group of wonderful friends who she grew up with. Cookie Travieso, for one, was a dear pre-school caretaker of hers. Miki was in the Exceptionally Gifted Program (EG) and attended schools in that program. She started high school at Bronx Science but graduated from Blessed Sacrament of New Rochelle in Arista and on the Honor Roll. She also participated in the YAC Program. After spending a year at Oswego University, Miki decided to work full-time. Her final and most loved position was with Miki Kindaichi City Veterinary in upper Manhattan where she worked for 10 years. Dr. Kaplan, director of the veterinary clinic, eulogized Miki as being devoted to her job, a creator of solutions and negotiator. Our grief is forever. May she rest in peace and be free of pain. Lovingly submitted, —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Free Health Screenings on Feb. 10 Saturday, February 10, Amen Ministries and Church of the New Vision will present “A Blueprint for Wellness” at the church, 135 Einstein Loop, from 10 a.m.4 p.m. Register by scanning the QR Code below or contact amenministriesrev314@gmail.com or ljscott_2000@yahoo.com. This event is free. Services offered include Pre-Bio Metric Health Screening, Covid-19 vaccine and ﬂu shots, eye exam and blood pressure testing. Bring family, friends and guests. All are welcome.

Assemblyman Benedetto 2024 Lobby Visit Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will host his next Co-op City Lobby Visit as follows: Thursday January 25, 100 Dreiser Loop, from 5:15-7 p.m.

Be An Engaged Shareholder

Shareholders are encouraged to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery as well as other ideas that impact the quality of life of Co-op City residents. If you have a suggestion you’d like to share with the Riverbay Board and/or Management, visit the Home page of the ofﬁcial Coop City website, coopcity.com, scroll down to the bottom and click on the “Comments & Suggestions” link or scan the QR Code here to be connected.

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Riverbay Safety Outreach to Building Associations Riverbay Safety Director Anthony Barzelatto has announced that he is available to conduct presentations addressing: 1. How to survive an active shooting 2. Fire: How to survive – Fire prevention tips 3. How to prevent injuries in and out of your apartment To schedule an appointment, Mr. Barzelatto can be reached at abarzelatto@riverbaycorp.com or by phone at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3624.

Governor Hochul Delivers FY25 State Budget BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her Fiscal Year 2025 Budget on Tuesday, January 16. The $233 billion budget plan focuses on a few general areas, according to the Governor: affordability, mental health, public safety and economic growth. Notably, the FY25 state budget plan does not include any income tax increases. Governor Hochul outlined her priorities for 2024 and areas her administration would focus on during her budget announcement. “In the coming year, with our partners in the legislature, we are going to take on some of the stubborn issues, like crime – especially retail theft, domestic violence and hate crimes. We’ll also rebuild our mental health system after decades of underinvestment and we’ll focus on those with the most critical needs. We’ll keep our young people safe in school and online, and we’re going to help our kids get ahead by going back to basics when it comes to reading, helping our kids learn to swim and we’re also going to focus on our moms and our babies, focusing on maternal and infant mortality,” Governor Hochul said. “We’ll also tackle out of control costs and protect New Yorkers’ hard earned money all while making it easier for them to deal with affordability, medical emergencies and even those who need insulin – that they can pay for it without having to break the bank. With unprecedented boldness, we’ll ensure economic competitiveness and we’re going to lay claim to the future by making New York the global leader in AI research and development. These are the priorities and New Yorkers expect us to fight the right fights for them while focusing on delivering common sense solutions,” the Governor went on to say. Here is how state budget spending will be broken down to address particular areas of focus paired with certain related legislative plans, as explained by the Governor’s Office: Public Safety: ● $347M for programs that address and prevent gun violence. ● $290M to “restore the effectiveness of the continuum of the criminal justice system.” ● $120M to support victim assistance funding ● $40.2M to combat retail thefts statewide and provide relief for small business owners. ● $40.8M to address the reduction and prevention of assault with a particular focus on Domestic Violence crimes. ● $35M for the Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes program, which “provides grants to nonprofit organizations at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or missions.” ● $5M for the Commercial Security Tax Credit, which helps business owners offset retail theft losses. ● Deliver new legislation to assist the Office of Cannabis Management and local governments with their enforcement of unlicensed cannabis dispensaries. Repairing Mental Health Infrastructure: ● $45M to support youth mental health services, especially school-based services and peer-to-peer counseling. ● $43M to fund supportive housing units that shelter individuals who require mental health services and support.

● $37M for the establishment of new programs that help homeless individuals who have a mental illness. ● $24M for services and programs that support individuals in the criminal justice system who also have a mental illness. Public Education: ● A total of $35.3 billion in school aid, which represents an increase of $824 million or 2.4% compared to FY24’s budget. ● $10M to train teachers and teaching assistants on the “best practices for evidence-based literacy instructional practices.” ● Extension of Mayoral control over NYC public schools for four years. ● $1.2 billion for SUNY and CUNY capital projects. ● $207M to support SUNY and CUNY operational costs. ● $2.5M for SUNY’s involvement in the Governor’s Empire AI project. The Empire AI project aims to establish New York as the AI center of the world, as well as create a state-of-the-art AI research facility and computer center in upstate New York. Health Care: ● $35.5 billion in Medicaid funding, in addition to what the Governor’s Office called “targeted and transformational changes to ensure the long-term solvency and sustainability of the Medicaid program.” ● $315M for health insurance subsidies intended for individuals enrolled in qualified health plans and who fall under 350% of the federal poverty line threshold. ● $45M for “disability services and independent living opportunities.” ● $6.7M to establish New York as an “employment first” state for disabled individuals. ● $7.5 billion over the next three years for efforts to “advance health equity, reduce health disparities, and strengthen access to primary and behavioral health care across the state.” The state budget also included funding to support the migrant and asylum seeker situation currently heavily impacting New York City’s shelter system. Specifically, the Governor’s plan earmarked $2.4 billion to support the city’s response to the influx of migrants and asylum seekers. New York City Mayor Eric Adams released a statement in response to the Governor’s state budget announcement and underlined the city’s need for continued support as it handles the current migrant and asylum seeker crisis. “We continue to manage a national humanitarian crisis as thousands of new arrivals enter New York City every week, and we have been forced to make difficult financial decisions to balance the budget, as required by law…The city continues to shoulder too much of the financial responsibility as the federal government fails to step up — and costs continue to grow,” Mayor Adams said. Mayor Adams’ statement also touched on the city’s commitment to affordable housing and continuing to improve the public school education system. “Additionally, we agree with Governor Hochul that the only way out of our housing crisis is to build more housing. We have made or introduced nearly every change in (Continued on page 4)

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Statepoint Crossword –– Theme: Classic Toys

State Budget ––––– (Continued from page 3) our power to make New York a ‘City of Yes’ and ensure that working class New Yorkers can afford to raise their families in the five boroughs. Governor Hochul’s full-throated support for four years of mayoral accountability in our schools is yet another ringing endorsement of the work our administration has done and continues to do to drive test scores and enrollment up. We are leading the way in reimagining how we teach our young people fundamental skills like reading, screening every student in our public school system for dyslexia, and preparing young New Yorkers for good-paying careers in fast-growing fields,” the Mayor later said in his statement. As for the New York City budget, Mayor Ad-

ams announced the city’s Preliminary Budget for 2025 this week. The $109.4 billion budget plan focused on three main pillars: investing in public safety efforts, maintaining the cleanliness of public spaces and investing in the city youth.

Coffee With Assemblyman Mike Benedetto The next Coffee with Mike will take place today, Saturday, January 20, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the the Section 5 pizzeria, 135 Einstein Loop.

ACROSS 1. Sri Lankan language 6. Something to chew on, especially for cows 9. Mascara holder 13. Muscat resident 14. “____ Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” 15. Father, colloquially 16. Jewish folklore creature 17. Debtor’s letters 18. Art class prop 19. *Barbie’s little sister 21. *____4 game 23. One less than jack 24. *____Frog educational toy 25. Nutcracker’s distinguishing feature 28. Taboo, alt. sp. 30. Cooking fat 35. Deserter’s acronym 37. President’s David 39. Shower accessory 40. Pro ____ 41. Conical dwellings 43. Prep flour 44. *Thomas or Henry, e.g. 46. Law school test acronym 47. Genealogist’s creation 48. Maurice of “Where the Wild Things Are” 50. Flying saucers 52. Make mistakes 53. Chemically-induced curls 55. Harry Potter’s Hedwig 57. *Certain Patch 61. *Not real dough 65. Normal 66. Clingy seed container 68. ____-____-la 69. Theater curtain fabric 70. Put into service 71. Female deer, pl. 72. Pub offering 73. Goo on a trunk 74. What’s in your e-wallet? DOWN 1. Duds or threads 2. Wildly 3. French Sudan after 1960 4. All thumbs 5. Marine gastropod 6. Coconut fiber 7. *Shedding-type card game 8. Tie in tennis 9. Shark’s provision 10. Part of cathedral 11. Work detail 12. “Stop!” to marchers 15. Correspondence friend (2 words) 20. Make, as in a law 22. Edible type of grass 24. Complete payment (2 words) 25. *Banned lawn darts 26. Fully informed 27. Supreme Teutonic god 29. Get-out-of-jail money 31. Like Neverland boys 32. France’s longest river 33. Bid on a house, e.g. 34. *Certain gun ammo 36. “Best ____ schemes o’Mice an’ Men” 38. “La Vie en rose” singer 42. Counter seat 45. Flamethrower fuel 49. Party barrel 51. Swaddle 54. Type of puzzle 56. Words in song, sing. 57. Intersection of two arcs 58. Ascus, pl. 59. “____ after reading” 60. Switch’s partner 61. Get ready, for short 62. Comedian Carvey 63. Ford contemporary 64. Jumble 67. North American country See page 9 for answer key

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REMINDER – Carrying Charge Boxes Shareholders are reminded that the carrying charge deposit boxes located in the community centers open on the morning of the ﬁrst business day of the month and close at midnight on the 10th of the month, which is the last day to pay your carrying charges before a late fee is accessed. If the 10th of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the carrying charge boxes remain open through the next business day. ––Riverbay Management

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Be on the Lookout … The annual Window Guard Notice (depicted above) has been posted in every residential building lobby. The Notices are being mailed to each unit beginning this month and must be completed and returned to Riverbay Corporation by February 15, 2024. The mailing will also include the Fire Safety plan.

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Co-op City Creatives: Stephanie Woods BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Legendary DJ Afrika Bambaataa said the tenants of Hip Hop are 1. MCing (Oral) 2. DJing (Aural) 3. Breakdance (Physical) 4. Grafﬁti (Visual) 5. Knowledge (Mental), but Co-op City resident Stephanie Woods proves that advocacy and photography deserve at least an honorable mention. A cooperator for over 30 years, Ms. Woods has been a community activist as well as a photojournalist. Both paths have allowed her to truly express her perspective and meet a wide variety of people. While documentary photography may not be considered art to some, her photos provide a window into her life, and she illustrates a unique world just as artistically as a painter or poet. As an advocate, she has organized for Al Sharpton’s “Redeem The Dream” march, campaigned for politicians, served as president of the NAACP’s Parents Association, and is now co-chair of the Youth and Education Committee for Community Board #10. While she started as a photographer for Sharpton, she began to shoot for The Harlem Times, and transitioned to working for Hip Hop magazines. Some of her pieces were on Rev. Run, The Wu-Tang Clan, and “Stetsasonic” member Glenn Bolton. Stephanie’s favorite photos of rappers like A Boogie Wit da Hoodie (top photo) capture the dynamism of iconic performers from perspectives most audience members never see. All creatives have an ethic behind their art, and Woods demonstrates hers both behind the camera, and when she is advocating for the issues she is passionate about. If you are a Co-op Creative and would like your work featured in the Co-op City Times, please contact pmcampbell@riverbaycorp.com.

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept conﬁdential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times ofﬁce in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

– • Letters to the Editor • – Vote Now More Than Ever

To the Editor: On this day, January 15, we celebrate the highly esteemed Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. Dr. King walked many miles, endured pain and hate from his fellow citizens, and fought to give us the rights we take advantage of today. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), which was voted down by the Supreme Court, is what Dr. King stood for. It did not mean he wanted companies to hire incompetent individuals, but rather they gave a chance to intelligent and well-capable individuals who are commonly

looked over due to their background and/or upbringing. He hoped for a more inclusive society. A well-known billionaire recently linked the safety scandal that grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jets to DEI hiring efforts. This statement, as untruthful as it is, must serve as a reminder that these are the individuals we must outnumber when it comes time to vote this November. I urge us all to remember what Dr. King stood for. We must vote now more than ever! We do not want those who think like that billionaire running this country. —Andrea Mayo

Inclement Weather Safety Tips from Riverbay Safety • Secure outdoor furniture, decorations and objects. These items could pose a risk during storms as strong winds can turn them into projectiles, endangering people, property and even interrupting power supply. • Stay away from all downed wires; they should always be considered live. Stay at least 30 feet away from downed lines. Don’t go near the pole or anything touching the line, and don’t drive over downed wires. Report downed wires and dial 911 if an immediate hazard exists. • Downed wires can potentially be hidden in standing water. Be aware that electric current passes easily through water, so if you encounter large pools of standing water, stop, back up, and choose another path. • To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, do not run any gasoline-powered generators in a garage or other enclosed space. —Riverbay Safety Department

Better Business Bureau Scam Alert

Don’t Do This Friend a Favor - It’s a Really Clever Scam If a friend asks for a favor, you do it, no questions asked. Right? Time to rethink that policy. In this new con, a scammer poses as a friend asking for a simple favor. How This Scam Works You get an email that appears to be from a friend or family member. The message looks harmless and casual—like something a friend might really write. For example, one version reads: “Hi, how are things going with you? Are you busy? I need a quick favor.” The message even ends with “Sent from my iPhone.” Concerned about your friend, you reply and ask for more details. The “friend” quickly responds that they are trying to buy a gift card for their niece’s birthday. However, they are traveling and having trouble purchasing the card online. “Could you get it from any local grocery store around you?” reads the email. “I’ll pay you back as soon as I am back.” The request sounds reasonable. But if you do buy the gift card, your “friend” will ask you to share the card’s PIN and/or send a photo of the back of the card. Unfortunately, by doing this you are essentially handing money to the scammer. It’s nearly impossible to get the money back because gift cards do not have the same protections as credit or debit cards. How to Avoid Similar Scams Reach out to your friend directly. If you get an unusual request, call or text your friend to conﬁrm their story. No matter how harmless the story sounds, always double-check before sending someone money. Use gift cards wisely. Never do business with anyone who insists on payment with gift cards. Remember, providing the numbers from the back of a gift card is just like sending cash. Red Flags to Know and Avoid Gift Card Scams • Government agencies requesting payment. No government agency ever requests money through gift cards. • Statements that buying gift cards is a safe payment method. Providing the numbers for a gift card is like sending cash, and the money is rarely recoverable. Gift card payment requests are a big red ﬂag for a scam. • Keep the receipt when buying a gift card. Keep the physical card as well. These may help prove that the card

was paid for and activated if problems arise later. • Inspect the card carefully before buying it to be sure it has not been tampered with. Some scammers open the card to get the numbers on the back so they can take the money when the card is later activated. Who to Contact if You Are the Victim of a Gift Card Scam • Victims should immediately notify the organization that issued the card as soon as they realize they have bought gift cards and provided the numbers to scammers or have purchased gift cards with no balance. There is typically a customer service number on the back of the card. • Better Business Bureau – File a complaint with your local BBB if you lost money or report a scam online at BBB.org/scamtracker. • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – File a complaint online at FTC.gov or call 877-FTC-Help. • Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) – File a complaint online at IC3.gov/complaint. • Consumer Financial Protection Agency – File a complaint online at ConsumerFinance.gov/complaint or call (855) 411-2372.

Submit to Co-op City Creatives! BY P.M. CAMPBELL

With thousands of residents from all across the globe, Co-op City is home to artists of all kinds. Shareholders have written books, performed poetry, directed ﬁlms, created murals, and they all deserve a spotlight. The column, “Co-op City Creatives,” serves not only to analyze shareholders’ art from Sections 1-5, but to also take a deep dive on what makes that artist unique. If you consider yourself an artist, regardless of age, medium, or education, send your work to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com with the subject “Co-op Creatives” and include your phone number so you’ll have the chance to be interviewed and your work displayed in the Co-op City Times.

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John Crow New Media Producer The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writer and include their address and phone number, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the author. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be submitted to the Co-op City Times by 3 p.m. Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Email cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com or mail to 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 21, Bronx, NY 10475. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corp. of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR We welcome letters to the editor, only from Co-op City shareholders, at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. Letters should address issues of interest to the Co-op City community. Comments should be fact-based and responsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner. Only signed letters will be considered for publication. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material. Submissions must include the writer’s address and phone number – which will be kept conﬁdential – so authenticity and residency of the writer can be veriﬁed. Thank you for your cooperation.

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

“See Something, Say Something”

Public Safety Report

The principle, “See Something, Say Something,” has become a crucial element in modern policing strategies. Originating as a public awareness campaign to enhance national security, it has evolved into a guiding principle for law enforcement agencies worldwide. In this issue, we explore the signiﬁcance of the “See Something, Say Something” principle in policing, its impact on community safety, and the challenges associated with its implementation. The essence of the “See Something, Say Something” principle lies in fostering a sense of community responsibility. When individuals observe suspicious activities or behaviors and report them to law enforcement, it strengthens the bond between the community and the police. This engagement is essential for building trust and cooperation, creating a collaborative environment for addressing potential threats. Proactive reporting through the “See Something, Say Something” principle allows law enforcement to take preventive measures. Timely information about suspicious activities enables authorities to intervene before a potential threat materializes, preventing criminal acts, terrorism, or other harmful incidents. This proactive approach enhances overall public safety. The “See Something, Say Something” campaign was initially launched to enhance national security by encouraging citizens to report anything unusual or suspicious. In the context of terrorism, this principle serves as an essential tool

Public Safety Blotter

January 7 – January 13, 2024 January 07, 2024 900 Co-op City Blvd. A cooperator reported that a confirmed delivered package captured on his Ring camera was removed from in front of his apartment door by an unknown individual without his permission. The investigation is ongoing. January 08, 2024 4160 Hutch. River Parkway A cooperator reported a confirmed delivered package captured on his Ring camera was removed from in front of his apartment door without his permission. The investigation is ongoing. January 09, 2024 120 Debs Place A cooperator reported a confirmed delivered package captured on his Ring camera was removed from in front of his apartment door without his permission. The investigation is ongoing Opposite 120 Co-op City Blvd. A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle and observing that the front passenger side window was smashed without any property being removed. 120 Elgar Place CCPD responded to a call of youths loitering in the stairwell. Upon arrival, CCPD observed a cooperator loitering in the stairwell and was issued a Community Complaint for Loitering. Side of 99 Bellamy Loop A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle and observing a window on his vehicle was broken. CCPD conducted a canvas of the area and observed three other vehicles with their windows broken. Attempts to notify the owners of the vehicles were unsuccessful. 100 Aldrich Street CCPD responded to a call for a group loitering on the 28th floor, B stairwell. Upon arrival, CCPD observed a cooperator and her friend loitering in the stairwell. The share-

holder of record was issued two Community Complaints for her relative and their friend loitering. 2057 Bartow Avenue An employee of the liquor store in the Bartow Mall reported a regular customer entering the establishment and removing a bottle of liquor from the shelf and exiting the establishment without paying. January 11, 2024 120 Dreiser Loop A Cooperator Services Manager reported to CCPD a motorcycle parked on property at the rear of the building. CCPD responded and had the motorcycle towed. 140 Benchley Place A Cooperator Services Manager observed two apartments on the same floor that had their personal property stored in the hallway, which obstructed the area’s walkway. The cooperators of each apartment were issued Community Complaints by CCPD. January 13, 2024 99 Dreiser Loop CCPD responded to a call of a suspicious van with two occupants inside. Upon arrival, CCPD observed the van parked in a reserved parking spot opposite the motorcycle area. Upon investigation, two non-resident males were observed sleeping in the van, which contained an assortment of tools. Both males could not give a legitimate reason for being in the garage and were placed under arrest for Trespassing. The van was towed out of the garage and transported to a tow facility. 100 Co-op City Blvd. CCPD responded to a call of a suspicious male lying on the floor on the 9th floor hallway. Upon arrival, CCPD observed a male charging his cell phone and he could not give a valid reason to be on the 9th floor. The male was placed under arrest and charged with Criminal Trespass and processed through the local precinct.

for preventing attacks and safeguarding the well-being of the public. It empowers individuals to contribute actively to the nation’s security infrastructure. While the “See Something, Say Something” principle is beneficial, it is not without challenges. One significant concern is the potential for over-reporting or reporting based on bias. Striking a balance between encouraging vigilance and preventing unnecessary fear or discrimination requires careful consideration. Law enforcement agencies must handle reported information judiciously to avoid negative consequences. Advancements in technology have transformed the way individuals can report suspicious activities. Online platforms, mobile applications, and anonymous hotlines provide convenient channels for reporting. Law enforcement agencies have embraced technology to streamline the reporting process, making it more accessible and efficient. Successful implementation of the “See Something, Say Something” principle relies on public education and awareness. Law enforcement agencies, in collaboration with community organizations, should conduct outreach programs to inform citizens about the importance of reporting and provide guidance on identifying genuinely suspicious activities. The “See Something, Say Something” principle has emerged as a cornerstone of modern policing, emphasizing the collective responsibility of communities in ensuring public safety. By encouraging individuals to report suspicious activities, law enforcement can adopt a proactive approach to prevent potential threats. However, the successful implementation of this principle requires a delicate balance, addressing challenges related to bias, over-reporting, and ensuring the responsible handling of information. Ultimately, the collaboration between law enforcement and the community is pivotal in creating a safer and more secure society. In a community as vast as Co-op City, the need for extra eyes and ears is vital in combatting crime and keeping our community one of the safest in the country. In conjunction with reporting persistent and hazardous issues with the CSO, contacting CCPD when an action is in progress is the key to an immediate resolution. That is accomplished by calling Public Safety at (718) 6713050.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see below for speciﬁc directions.

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024 Director’s’ Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

Setting The Record Straight Some controversial statements appeared in the Co-op City Times last week. So, let’s review some of the statements that were published. You Be The Judge Being on a board comes with many challenges. And, one of the worst challenges for any director is when they and lots of shareholders can see terrible financial and other issues in their community. However, they know that they will just waste their time trying to explain these issues to other directors. In my case, my primary reason for being on this board is to help our cooperators and to introduce new ideas to make things better here. That’s it! Now, some directors might not like my reasons for being on this board. But, they don’t seem to understand that I will not join, follow, or associate with them on most matters here. Why? Look at how they have voted on some of the worst resolutions in the history of Co-op City. Look at how they voted to approve the constant carrying charge increases for our community. Regardless, can you think of one time that you saw an article in any newspaper with a demand to management to dramatically reduce our budget? Now, we’re not talking about reducing our budget in a reckless way. No, we’re talking about reducing our payroll, the exorbitant payments made to our contractors, and the questionable resolutions that are presented to our board. When you really think about it, you’ll see that our cooperators will always have to reach into their pockets when there is a forecast of a possible deficit. But, when will the time come when our cooperators have the nerve to say: “Enough! Riverbay will not continue to fund their wild spending by increasing our carrying charges from us. Deficit? Riverbay must look at their internal expenses, like their payroll, before reaching out to us.” Now, let’s look at the annual amounts of money that Riverbay has spent over the past few years: $225 million, $250 million, and now we’re up to $273 million. So, yes, Riverbay is going to easily spend $273 million in just one year. Furthermore, Riverbay is going to be spending the equity money that new shareholders are going to spend for the use of their apartment. How is this possible? Yet, some statements were published in this paper last

week about some directors that previously went on gummies in her house to help her to sleep. Regarda development training weekend trip, from Friday less, the child ate 15 gummies. That’s right, 15 – Sunday. gummies! Well, the doctors treated the little guy, So, yes or no, was it prudent for a board to apand he made a full recovery. prove carrying charges increases to their commuBottom line: Parents, please take preventative nity and then take a big weekend trip at your exmeasures to make sure that children in your home pense? Should this community have paid for travel cannot gain access to marijuana edibles or any expenses, a hotel room, food, drinks, and a large product that can cause harm to them. meeting room for the majority of the board? Is this Close the right way to go for—Co-op City? No! Again, Board directors are not supposed to get involved Riverbay has been spending way over $200 milin the day-to-day operations of their housing delion every year on a variety of matters. So, do you velopment. But, everyone needs to understand that see a major problem here? Do you see how some Riverbay is going to spend more than $273 million directors think? this year. Therefore, we need to meet with manageThen, another statement was made about some ment to reasonably reduce our bloated payroll and directors that do “not serve on a committee in any all of our other expenses. capacity.” Good! Some directors are in charge of Thank you. committees that meet every now and then, over Contact Information sandwiches and beverages. But, can anyone prove Please send a letter to: Board Director Darthat their committee has helped Riverbay to stop yl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow the wild spending that goes on here? No! Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Currently, here is my I was recently asked to go to a legal committee ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard. meeting. Then, I listened to how our collections com. were being done. So, I offered some good suggesI will never ask for or accept money from anytions on how we can improve the way that we colone. Therefore, please do not respond to any meslect money on accounts that are past due. Regardsage with my name on it that requests money, less, the chairperson seemed disinterested in those money transfers, gift cards, personal information, good suggestions to correct a terrible problem here. or anything from you. And, please do not ever send Therefore, I left the meeting. money or anything to anyone because you saw my Bottom line: We need some of our no-nonsense name on a false message. shareholders to run for the board. Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 Edibles Containing Marijuana – if you would like to have a brief discussion with Parents Be Careful me. And, please hang up your phone immediately Some children had to be taken to a hospital beif someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl cause they found and ate candies containing THC. Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for In one case, a mother had a 21-month-old boy. money or anything else. Then, he started shaking and crying as soon as he Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonwas placed in his crib. So, the mother took the child derful week. And, may God bless you and your to a hospital. The doctors then found out that the family. Thank you. child had THC in his system. THC is a substance that makes people feel high. Then, it was determined that this young child had opened a tin container with edible gummies containing Communities Speak cannabis. The mothAnswer this anonymous survey to help er allegedly had these Bronx Borough President and our city's leaders understand what you are experiencing and what your community needs. Building 24 shareholders, The Building Association will be meeting on Thursday, January 25, at 7 p.m. in our Association Room located under the portico, to the right from the rear lobby door. On the agenda are election of ofﬁcers and a discussion of suggestions for Management for improving “current procedures used to get repairs completed in shareholder’s apartments.” Management has invited Building Association presidents to discuss this at a meeting to be held in early February. Let’s see if we can come up with some ideas which I will present at the meeting. This is an opportunity for shareholders to improve service in our community. If anyone has suffered long delays in having maintenance work done in their apartment or anyone who has any ideas about improving service, please share your thoughts at our meeting and they will be presented at the meeting with Management in early February. —Bruce Silberman

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

NAACP

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Mission Statement: To secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Madison Square Garden – The NY Knicks presented NYS Conference President Dr. Hazel N. Dukes the Sweetwater Clifton City Spirits Award which represents her tremendous impact in the community. Congratulations, Dr. Dukes! Branch T-shirt Fundraiser began in January 2024. T-shirts are available in navy and gold. Hooded sweatshirt available in navy. Fundraiser link is: https:// www.customink.com/fundraising/we-are-proud-members-of-the-naacp-andour-co-op-city-branch-lets-represent-our-community-4060. Digital Billboards with Flashing Lights: Thank you, State Sen. Jamaal Bailey and Assemblymember Michael Benedetto, both of whom represent Coop City, for co-sponsoring the new law that “prohibits digital billboards or signs using flashing, intermittent, or moving lights within fifteen hundred feet of Mitchell-Lama housing with no fewer than ten thousand units in cities with a population of one million or more.” The new law signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Dec. 22nd, 2023 will go into effect 60 days from the date it was signed. Councilmember Kevin Riley, who also represents Co-op City, brought a resolution in September in support of the bill. This is a State Legislation Resolution, where the Council makes an official request of the New York State Legislature to pass a special law affecting New York City. Youth Scholarship: The Bronx Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has published their 2024 Youth Scholarship. Applications must be postmarked by February 23, 2024. Please share this with anyone you know who may need it. You can find out more by contacting scholarship@dstbx.org. 2024 NAACP 55th Image Awards will broadcast live in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 16, at 8:00 p.m. Nominees will be announced Thursday, January 25. 2024 NAACP 115th National Convention, July 13-17, will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas. Voting: This election season, we hold the most powerful tool to make democracy work for Black Americans: our vote. The issues that affect our community will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. We can fix America’s broken democracy, Vote. For more information on the NAACP’s work to mobilize Black voters, visit naacp.org/vote. NAACP Office hours: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-noon. Commemorative Pins and Journals available to purchase. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP – Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership. Membership is the lifeblood of the organization. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. We march to defend democracy. Take your advocacy further by joining in the fight for our sacred right to vote. Annual Adult, $30; Youth, $10; Silver Life, $750. Make check/ money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mail to: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. To leave a message, call the office phone at 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com or naacpcoopbb@yahoo.com. —Brenda Brown

Now fully into 2024 and its bitter cold reality, we want to appreciate being here and in our units. We benefit every day, being in Co-op City. This is our first article of 2024. We sincerely hope your new year went well. Our Kindaichi-Lazaar family ended 2023 with a tremendous loss. Our daughter, Miki Kindaichi, died December 29, 2023. She was the victim of a very aggressive cancer. If you knew her, you loved her. Her smile and personality were unforgettable. Unfortunately, our Broun Place treasurer and executive committee member Lillian Richardson also lost a much-loved family member, Mr. Van R. Johnson Sr. Mr. Johnson was the beloved brother-in-law to Lillian Richardson. He was born October 05, 1946 in Savannah, Georgia and passed January 03, 2024, Brooklyn. He and his wife of 56 years were parents to five children. Mr. Johnson passed one day after his son, the Mayor of Savannah, Georgia, had his swearing in ceremony as Mayor of Savannah. Again, Mr. Johnson was the father of five and grandfather of eight. His final resting place is Calverton Cemetery. We send sincere condolences to the Johnson family. May they know no more sorrow. Please keep up-to-date with Co-op City happenings by reading the Co-op City Times. Our Board of Directors, President and General Manager Marvin Walton write regularly to keep us all informed and educated about what is going on. Remember to please step-up and clean-up, show pride in our neighborhood. There are litter bins on the dumpster pads and in the basketball court. Let’s use those receptacles correctly. Pedestrian cans are for disposal of garbage happening as you drink water or eat snacks! I pick up what I see as I come across it walking, thus bottles, bags and paper are picked up. Remember, if you see a crime or something you know is illegal, call CCPD. Public Safety, thank you for responding to our call. Neighbors, don’t forget your vaccines. The Flu vaccine, RSV and Covid booster are valuable. They truly help save lives. —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson

My Fellow Complainers We do love to complain don’t we? But we must at least try to come up with some solutions to our problems instead of just bellyaching about them. The holidays are over. Three Kings Day and Fourth King Day have passed. It’s time to buckle down, remind ourselves we live in a cooperative, and make an attempt to make life better for ourselves and our neighbors January is when I like to trot out my favorite bit of writing on that exact subject. I divide it into three parts, following the no-quote-longer-than-50words-in-a-row viewpoint rule. (The Board will be getting a refresher today and tomorrow regarding that rule and a zillion others because it’s development weekend season!) The slightly variable quote by George Bernard Shaw starts with: This is the true joy in life; being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; ... being a force of Nature instead of a feverish selﬁsh little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. Whenever I Google this little gem, all I have to do is put in the author’s name along with the word “clod” and up it pops. Another fun fact – see the above ellipsis (aka the dot dot dot)? That’s where this very often intentionally left-out line belongs – being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown on the scrap heap. Dark. But now here’s Part 2: I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as long as I live it is my privilege to do for it what I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I live. Remember... that’s George talking, not me. But it did seem during the past year and a half that that was indeed my entire life, complaining on behalf of the community about what was being foisted upon us by Project X and the Metro-North railroad station. But no more. No more 24/7 complaining. I’ve since switched to part-time complaining. And here’s the big ﬁnish of Shaw’s quote: I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on

to future generations. Sounds like one of the principles that built Coop City, doesn’t it? I doubt it’s still a secret, but many cooperators are being invited to meet with the mayor this Monday. It’s a by-reservation-only event, originally meant for a restricted number of community leaders, but since it’s being held in Dreiser Auditorium, maybe it’s not all that restricted after all. It’s called a “Co-op City Community Conversation.” It’s not exactly labeled a complain-fest, but – ﬁngers crossed! You never know. It’s always important to know who to complain to. So if it turns out you’ll be attending Monday’s discussion, don’t waste your time complaining about something neither the mayor nor his staff can address. Like Project X. That’s a New York State DOT issue. Same goes for the buses or subway or the coming railroad station. They’re MTA issues – which are also state controlled. One of my New Year’s resolutions is to be more systematic about my complaining. From what I read, the most important thing is to get documentation via a complaint “ticket” by reporting city issues to 311. Maybe that was the route I should have taken complaining about the hazardous condition at De Reimer Ave. and Erskine Pl. I complained directly to NYC DOT in mid-October about the need for additional stop signs at that intersection to be able to safely make a right hand turn toward the I-95S entrance. Three months later, Case Number DOT620762-C2N4 is supposedly still “active.” Given the chance, that’s something I’m going to bring up on Monday. Another NYC DOT issue is potholes. We’ve gotten a lot of paving done in our area recently (recently being the past couple of years). Unfortunately, they missed a spot. Probably more than one. The two Section 5 cul de sacs by Bldg. 33 on Elgar Pl. and Bldg. 27 on Erdman Pl. could really use repaving. And there’s a

Riverbay’s Ofﬁcial Website is:

www.coopcity.com Building 15B Association Hello, neighbors. We want to wish you all a Happy and Healthy New Year. First of all, we would like to thank our cooperator, Herbie Arroyo, for taking his time to decorate our lobby for this past holiday season; he did a great job as always. We would like to invite you to our next Building Association meeting that will be on Thursday, January 25, at 7:00 p.m. in our meeting room in the rear lobby of Building 15B. We will have a guest speaker, Mr. Joshua Blake, director of Janitorial. Please come down with your concerns and he will gladly answer any of your questions. We would like to welcome any new cooperators to the building and invite them to join us at our meeting. Please make every effort to attend and bring a neighbor. Refreshments will be served and we will also have a 50/50 rafﬂe. If you have any question or would like to communicate any concern, please feel free to send an email to this address, building15bassoc@gmail.com. —Sandy Krasnove

perennial two or three car length puddle – rain or shine – along the curb in front of Co-op City pharmacy on Einstein Loop South. Perhaps someone at Monday’s meeting will know who to forward those problems and pictures to. The mayor boasts he likes to Get Stuff Done. Let’s help him do precisely that, my fellow complainers! You’re familiar with the phrase never let a crisis go to waste? Well, I say: never let a righteous opportunity to kvetch slip by unaddressed! But beyond Monday, you just have to ﬁgure out which agency to address it to. Then you need to be persistent. Finding a few dozen other annoyed people willing to jump on your particular bandwagon is a big plus. In this apathetic world, even a few dozen is sometimes all you need to get your particular stuff done. So who ya gonna call? Call 311. Sometimes the automated response entity won’t decipher how to address your problem but that’s actually a good thing because it’ll transfer you to an actual living representative. I recently experimented with the puddle-by-the-pharmacy issue. The helpful representative determined it was a Department of Environmental Protection problem, took the information, and assigned it a Service Request Number. Not only did the e-mail pop up in less time than you could say Bob’s your uncle, but the e-mail also offered to create an account “to track updates in one convenient location” for semi-professional squeaky wheels such as myself. Now that’s service! For more complaining tips, or whatever, please feel free to reach out. MPearson@RiverbayBoard. com / 718 219-2211.

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

Building 6 Association

Building 10 Association

Happy Saturday, neighbors. I hope this finds you in great spirits. Last Thursday’s Association monthly meeting with Executive General Manager Mr. Marvin Walton was very productive as he explained his vision for Riverbay (pictured at left). The neighbors left informed and feeling valued as he implored us, the shareholder, to act as such, those who have an investment in their home, fostering community pride. He even stood after the meeting concluded and spoke to several neighbors privately about the issues in their apartments, vowing to champion their cause during the meeting. We voted a firm yes to move forward with the introduction of entering into a 501c3 nonprofit partnership that will only enrich our building’s resources and community as a whole. I’d like to thank Building 13 President Peterson and Bldg. 8 Second VP Ogarro for providing the shareholders with the pertinent information about the nonprofit organization. The 501c3 information packet will be available at any of our neighbor’s disposals; simply contact Secretary Coriano, 347-2689288. It will also be mass distributed at the next Association meeting in February. Please remember Saturday, January 27, we have our Family Game Night in the Association Room from 5-10 p.m., refreshments will be served. If a neighbor wants to donate a dish, water or juice, please contact President Lassiter, 347-366-7690 so there won’t be double the effort. In February, on a Friday evening, I’m just narrowing down the exact date, the FDNY EMT will be conducting a free CPR class. If you want to attend this essential life-saving workshop, stay tuned to the CC Times’ Bldg. 6 weekly write up, the Association’s bulletin board, or you may email the Association, bldng6assoc@gmail.com, since slots are limited! As always, I pray safety over all. God speed. My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together. – ArchBishop Tutu ––Lauren K. Lassiter

Greetings, fellow cooperators. New Cooperators – Welcome all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next General Membership meeting. Ladies Night – Ladies Night was held on January 12. Good food, good people, good conversation and good music with a side of karaoke, that’s all we need. A good time was had by all. Annual Window Guard Notices – The annual Window Guard notices are in the mail and must be returned by February 15th. You can respond by mail, fax, phone (646-392-7233) or online at www.safebuildingsnyc.com. If you failed to receive the notice or misplaced it, please contact your CSO office for more information. Just A Few Reminders – Remember to turn on your car headlights when driving in the garage and please follow all directional signs. Turn your car off, lock it and take your keys with you. Please wipe up spills in hallways, elevators, and lobby floors. Promptly remove your completed laundry from the washers and dryers. If You See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. You can also contact CCPD at their anonymous tips hotline: 718-8796311. Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help is 988; you can call or text. Someone is available 24 hours a day. Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook, “Building 10 “ABC” Association.” Like our page and get notified of all the happenings in and around Building 10. We would like to wish all who are born this month an incredibly happy birthday. Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy Anniversary! To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery. To all who have lost a loved one recently, we offer our deepest condolences. Smile…it’s contagious. Have a wonderful week. —Jewel Crawford-Duncan

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Building 27 Association Hello, neighbors, we trust all is well. Stay vigilant, cautious and wear your masks in crowds. Hospitals and facilities have mandated wearing masks again. The virus is on the rise, so take heed. Weather – Rain is causing flooding in unlikely places, even on Bartow Avenue under the overpass. There we came upon flooding unexpectedly, and could not back up, so we had to drive through. Be cautious. Building 27 Association – The Meet and Greet to celebrate the New Year 2024 turned out great on Saturday, Jan. 13. New and old shareholders came out for a full room. Each of our invited guests arrived and we thank them. Aaron Carnegie, our newly elected president of Bldg. 27, welcomed everyone and introduced the Association to new shareholders, also with a written memo of the function of the Building Association, and welcomed shareholders to become involved. Our first Guest Speaker, Pastor Michael Adolphus, spoke about the program funded by the Government of a Blueprint for Health Awareness. One must be 18 years and older to register. He suggested we should take advantage of the program because it is free. The next and last session will be held on February 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at New Vision Church, 115 Einstein N., right on the corner. Assemblyman Michael Benedetto (photographed above) shared how they are working on the NYS State Budget to provide more funding for education and he is working on legislation to ban sports training under the age of 11 to 12 years to prevent damage to their young bodies and because this is a

critical time when brains are still developing. Warren Mitchell explained that staffing is now in the mode of a “partnership” with the community and team efforts to work together to resolve issues. A plaque and flowers were presented to Thalia Roach (pictured left), former president of Bldg. 27 Association, to recognize and thank her for her service to the Association and Building 27 for several years. Thalia well deserved the honor. Aaron Carnegie and the Association thank all of our invited guests, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Pastor Michael Adolphus, Riverbay Deputy General Manager Warren Mitchell and CSO Ms. Tanysha Farley. We thank our faithful workers of the Association, Aaron, our baker, Ms. Margie; Sharon, Wanda, Lydia, Thalia, Joanne, Hattie, and the salad maker from Bldg. 26. Isn’t it great how we work together always in our building? May God continue to bless us all. Happy Birthday to all celebrating this month. We offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card, she is excellent in sharing good will. Also notify her of any illness or if a neighbor has become deceased or transferred to a nursing home. For our community to be a better place to live is for the people of the community to understand and accept their personal responsibility for what happens. –Davis Merritt, Jr. —H. Overman

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment How many informative facts do you know about Glaucoma? Are you ready to take on the challenge? Grab a pencil and paper and answer the questions below. Remember, it’s okay if you don’t get everything correct; this quiz aims to test your knowledge and help you better understand Glaucoma and the symptoms associated with the disease. (1) Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among individuals 60 and older. True or False (2) Glaucoma can be cured. True or False (3) Individuals with Diabetes are at high risk of Glaucoma. True or False (4) Glaucoma is sometimes called the “silent thief of sight.” True or False (5) Severe Throbbing eye pain is a sign of Glaucoma. True or False (6) Glaucoma does not run in the family. True or False. Here are the answers. 1. True; 2. False; 3. True; 4. True; 5. True; 6. False. Glaucoma is sometimes called the “silent thief of sight” because it slowly damages the eyes and can cause irreparable harm before vision loss. The National Eye Institute defines glaucoma as a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by damaging a nerve in the back of the eye called the optic nerve. Usually, glaucoma affects side vision (peripheral vision) first. As this nerve gradually deteriorates, blind spots develop in your vision. For reasons doctors don’t fully understand, this nerve damage is usually related to increased pressure in the eye. Symptoms may include severe throbbing eye pain, eye redness, headaches (on the same side as the affected eye), and blurry or foggy vision. While anyone can develop glaucoma, those who are overweight, people with diabetes, people with high blood pressure, seniors, Hispanics/Latinos, and African Americans over 40 are more likely to get glaucoma. There is a genetic component to glaucoma. If you have a family history of glaucoma, your risk of developing glaucoma may be higher. There’s no cure for glaucoma, but early treatment can often stop the damage and protect your vision. Glaucoma is treated by lowering intraocular pressure. Treatment options include prescription eye drops, oral medicines, laser treatment, surgery, or a combination of approaches. The only way to determine if you have glaucoma is to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Take steps to protect your eyes by maintaining a healthy body weight. Maintaining a healthy body weight lowers your risk of developing diabetes or high blood pressure, decreasing your likelihood of developing classic glaucoma or glaucoma-like retinopathy. Stick to a balanced diet and try to exercise regularly. Monitor and Control Your Blood Pressure. Keep a log of your pressures and see your doctor if your pressure spikes or if you have chronically elevated pressures. Regular exercise and low-sodium and low-calorie diets can help you control your blood pressure, minimize the risk of developing hypertension-related glaucoma, and schedule an annual, thorough eye exam. Make sure you see your optometrist or ophthalmologist annually for an eye exam and that they test you specifically for glaucoma. —Diane Cooper

Reflection: An Update to “Christmas Layers” and Beyond... BY DAISY WINDLEY II

Before “Christmas Layers,” there was “Juneteenth” 2023, produced and directed by Daisy Windley (II). It was a challenging start with a willing cast who were novice actors. The joy? No script, just an outline to keep to and a lot of creative improvisations...It was a well-received turn-out! And now, six months later, I was asked to consider a Christmas idea. I had nothing planned except for a prior idea! I was starting a Drama class and realized I had more than twenty participants! I decided to sketch out a production to involve ‘everyone’ because their eagerness to participate was sincere and exciting! The word “script” was overwhelming, so I decided to evoke their true emotions and experiences in order to achieve the best they could give without fearing that “conscious effort” to remember lines ––even I find that a challenge! And so, Christmas Layers was fun! What an unexpected turnout! I am so proud of everyone who took part and took a chance, even the volunteers behind the scenes. And now, we go forward with hopefully three more productions, each one different from the other, each one inclusive of fearfulness, doubt, and diversity; we are a community of “Lifelong Learners.” Who cares? The bottom line from me to you is, “take a chance, come join the fun, you will be surprised at yourself!

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

Section Five Association The Section 5 Association wishes all a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. We did not get the expected snow. We have been spared from a snowy winter for two years now. Please stay vigilant; there are new variants, Covid is on the rise again. The hospitals and facilities are mandated to wear masks again. As we begin the year 2024, we wish all a blessed, happy, healthy and wonderful new year as we move forward. The Section 5 Association met on Thursday, January 11, for replacement nomination for vice president, Ms. Carol Arthur, and treasurer, Ms. Althea Cherebin. Speakers – Jahmal Yapp, deputy chief of staff and budget director of Councilman Riley. Jahmal briefed us on the Family Day to be held on 6/29/2024 from 12-4 p.m. Guest Speaker – Councilman Riley shared and encouraged Section 5 to do more events which will draw other sections to our events. Concilman Riley focused in on the youths by bringing in mentoring programs for the youths, such as YES programs, Project Pivot – youths to discover their passion, monthly Townhall meetings with the youths. Councilman Riley shared so many things on his bucket list. Tree Lighting – Eunice Cuvas, president, and Tanya, vice president of Building 26, thanks SFA and all for their participation in the Tree Lighting

event. They received so many accolades about the ceremony and are looking forward to the future. Teen Center – Chantee, the coordinator, shared that she was happy to share her space for the Tree Lighting event and to contact the Teen Center for any events. Chantee stated she is looking forward to having a Girls Basketball Tournament, the team is named QUEEN ME. Chantee also is planning a 3-day Section 5 Reunion this year. We are quite happy these young ladies and men have such energy, skills and talents. We older adults remember when! The Students – from IS 160 are beginning to hang out via our shopping mall in Section 5; trouble and ﬁghting are brewing. We need to go the school stafﬁng and the Board of Education to inquire what is being done to monitor these middle grade students. Public Safety seen to be on the Mall Site, however, these students ignore Public Safety which mean we have a problem? Saturday Volunteers – are needed for food distribution at 10:30 a.m. at the Co-op City Fridge. Interested in volunteering? Contact Coopcitycommunityfridge@gmail.com. One may reach Nelson Sweeting, president of SFA, at 646-644-4055. Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. –Henry Ford —H. Overman

National Council of Negro Women NCNW Co-op City Youth Section – Our Youth Section members met on January 13th for a vision board workshop. What exactly is a vision board? Put simply: it’s a visual representation of your goals. These poster-sized visuals contain all kinds of images and text that represent something you’re trying to accomplish. Isn’t that a perfect way to begin the new year? Does this sound like an activity that you’d like a young lady you know to be a part of? If she’s between the ages of 9 and 18 years, have her contact us at email: ncnwcoopcityyouth@gmail.com or visit our website: www.coopcitysection.com for more information. They meet once a month on the second Saturday in Room 14 of the Dreiser Community Center from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. These are all young women interested in leading, advocating and empowering women of African descent, their families and communities. NCNW Co-op City Section – At our recent Membership meeting on January 14th, we learned of the loss of our member, Joy Harris, a long-time member of the Co-op City community, and an active member of NCNW Co-op City Section until her illness which for the past few years limited her involvement. She will be sorely missed. Condolences may be sent to: the family of Joy Harris, 140 DeKruif Place Apt. 32L, Bronx, NY 10475. Youth Committee – The ﬁrst big program that we will be presenting this

year will be our 21st Annual Black History Celebration that will take place on Saturday, February 24, in the Bartow Community Center. Our Youth Committee is seeking talented youth groups and young adults interested in volunteering to showcase their talent in song, dance, stepping, playing an instrument, poetry, spoken word, drama skit, etc. Please contact the NCNW Youth Committee at 914-826-5644 or ncnwcoopcitysocial@gmail.com. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month – The World Health Organization has a plan for the elimination of cervical cancer through vaccination and screening. What can you do? To start, learn about two important tools for prevention – HPV vaccination and regular screening. The HPV vaccine has been around since 2006. In that time, rates of cervical cancer incidence have dropped significantly among vaccinated women. The goal of cervical cancer screening – Pap tests and HPV tests – is to find problems like cell changes, so they can be treated before they turn to cancer. Social Media – Remember you can find us on our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com; on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; on X, formerly known as Twitter: @NCNWCoop City; on Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com. —Joyce Howard

Building 13 Association Here’s hoping you stay bundled up and warm when you go outside because winter is truly here. With threats of snow, as of this writing the snowstorm is a dusting, we’ll see what tomorrow brings. However, the Section 2 presidents and RRCG (Rivers Run Community Garden) and SFD (Summer Fun Day) members are in the planning stages for Earth Day and Summer Fun Day so save the date. The Earth Day Parade will take place on Saturday, April 20, and Summer Fun Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 22 (rain date: June 23rd). There will be fun activities and new adventures and, of course, all are invited to these free events. Shareholders wanted to collect signatures for a petition against the proposed dispensary, especially since we are directly across the street from the intended business. We shared our form with Building 12 and 14. Thank you to our vice president, Mr. Mattison, for collecting signatures. Community Board 10: Although the Community Board meeting was held and there was standing room only present at this session, the vote taken by the community board members was aligned with the audience and community request. The dispensary that requested a lease from the property owners of 675 Co-op City Blvd. (aka the primary address 3203 Peartree Avenue located on Block 5141 Lot 0438) was voted down. But there is still more to do... Facts: Although CB10 voted ‘No’ that does not mean the decision is done. Community boards only give their recommendation and it is then deemed part of the record when given to the Office of Cannabis Management. That office uses the information to give their recommendation to the Cannabis Control Board who will grant or deny the application. As of this date of publication, our petitions are being sent out to the various parties involved in making a recommendation. Building 13 Election: Nomination for offices shall take place at the Regular For up-to-date communication from Riverbay Corporation, read the Co-op City Times, delivered to your building lobby and the community centers on Saturdays, tune in to the Crawler on your home TVs and lobby monitors, and register for Phone Tree notifications.

Membership meeting in February. The Election shall be at the Regular Membership meeting in March. The newly elected ofﬁcers’ term shall commence April 1st following installations and shall be for a term of two (2) years. Guidelines for Eligibility and Election for ofﬁce is currently posted on the bulletin board. “We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.” –Cesar Chavez Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City. Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370, or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team. —Leslie Peterson

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations Monthly General Meeting – The following member organizations were represented at the General Meeting held via =RRP on Tuesday, January 9 – African American Association (AAA), American Legion, Co-op City Baptist Church, Retirees of Dreiser Loop, St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church. Immediately after President Adeyemi LaCrown called the meeting to order, Secretary Jones DGYLVHG WKDW WKHUH ZDV TXRUXP WR FRQWLQXH WKH ¿UVW PHHWLQJ RI WKH \HDU 7KH SUHVident welcomed everyone back for the New Year. He thanked everyone for participating so well over the last year, especially the last Kwanzaa event which was epic. He emphasized that regardless of the efforts of the member organizations, there is a lot to be done. Thus, our challenge for 2024 is to convince our people to come together and work against any issue that threatens our co-existence. He charged that we would focus more on recruitment and fundraising. Public Hearing re: Cannabis – Secretary Jones reported that the Community Board 10 Board members voted “No” to opening a cannabis shop at Co-op City Boulevard and Peartree Avenue. We were glad that Ms. Hattie Overman attended the forum and was the Retirees’ spokesperson. She also presented the speech she read at the forum to the Coalition for record. Riverbay Room Rental Rates and In-kind Service – President Adeyemi LaCrown spoke about this issue and registered his total disappointment with the Riverbay leadership about how the Board has never considered the issue a priority for them to have a resolution. He advised that we should continue

to solicit support from other organizations in the community to include the Building Associations. The Coalition resolved to have a meeting with all the Building Associations’ presidents on Friday, January 26. We want more people to come on board and know the facts about this rental increment that is detrimental to the community. He posited that most cooperators do not know about the increased prices. Our job as a Coalition is to make sure that we educate the community. The secretary read the draft letter that would be sent to all Building Association presidents and all the members present agreed that it was acceptable to EH VHQW ZLWK FRSLHV WR RXU HOHFWHG RI¿FLDOV &RQJUHVVZRPDQ 2FDVLR &RUWH] Senator Bailey, Assemblyman Benedetto, and Councilman Riley). We must demand a meeting with the Management and the Board as soon as possible. They must do something about those rates by the end of February, as the case has lingered on for more than a year. Associations in the community suffered enough in the previous year. If they continue to show a nonchalant attitude toward this issue, then we would have no option than to go to the press and take over our streets until something is done. Adjournment – Further issues that were discussed include possible fundraiser activities for the Coalition, and the meeting adjourned till Tuesday, February 13, noon. Mode of the meeting would be decided at a later date. ––Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba

Church of the New Vision

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: 718-671-8746 and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039. Happy, Healthy New Year to all. Our scripture verse for 2024 is: Hebrews 12:2 NIV “/HW XV ¿[ RXU H\HV RQ -HVXV WKH $XWKRU DQG SHUIHFWHU RI RXU IDLWK ZKR IRU WKH MR\ VHW EHIRUH +LP KH HQGXUHG WKH FURVV VFRUQLQJ LWV VKDPH DQG VDW GRZQ DW WKH ULJKW KDQG RI WKH 7KURQH RI *RG ´ Sunday service at 11:00 a.m. All are welcomed. Masks are required and temperature will be taken. Noon Day Prayer Line now open 12-12:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study, 7:00-8:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: 646-769-9900; Access Code: 3099388#. Please mute your phone. January 14 Worship Service Theme: “The Lord has Need of You.” Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38 NLT “Jesus traveled through all the towns and villages of that area, teaching in the synagogues and announcing the Good News about the Kingdom. And he healed every kind of disease and illness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless like sheep without a shepherd. He said to his disciples, The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who LV LQ FKDUJH RI WKH KDUYHVW DVN KLP WR VHQG PRUH ZRUNHUV LQWR KLV ¿HOGV ´ Announcements & Save the Dates Saturday, February 10, Amen Ministries and Church of the New Vision present “A Blueprint for Wellness” at the church location, 135 Einstein Loop, from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Services offered are Pre-Bio Metric +HDOWK 6FUHHQLQJ &RYLG YDFFLQH DQG ÀX VKRWV H\H H[DP DQG EORRG pressure testing. Bring family, friends and guests. All are welcome. Wednesday, August 14, Now accepting $50 deposits to see, “Daniel” at the Sight & Sound Theatre. Adults, $215/Youth, $175. We continue to pray for speedy recovery for the sick and shut-in, and offer condolences to families who lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all. Your contributions, tithes and offerings can be mailed to Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Thank you. —Brenda Brown

It is with great sadness that the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City announces the passing of its Board President Beverly Davidoff. Beverly was tireless in her dedication and commitment in support of the entire community. She was a light for all that knew her. A charitable contribution can be made in her honor to: Traditional Synagogue 120 Erdman Place Bronx, NY 10475. The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-City to donate, or mail to the Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B. General Information – The Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 (UGPDQ 3ODFH LQ WKH UHDU OREE\ RI % ,W LV RQ WKH JURXQG ÀRRU RI %XLOGLQJ % LW is Handicap Accessible, no steps. Phone #: 2I¿FH KRXUV DUH 7KXUVday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. 3OHDVH FDOO WKH RI¿FH EHIRUH \RX DWWHPSW WR come over. ,I QR RQH LV LQ WKH RI¿FH SOHDVH OHDYH D PHVVDJH The synagogue has Services on Saturday morning starting at 10:00 a.m. After Services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City. Sabbath ends on Saturday, January 13, at 5:43 p.m. Candle lighting for Friday, January 19, at 4:37 p.m. Good and Welfare – We sell Tree CHUWL¿FDWHV LQ honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. If you want to buy a tree, call (347) 449-5005. Mazel tov, to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue. To All Members – Happy Birthday to Saul Weber and all members who will be celebrating their birthday in January. Please send me your names and I will add them to the list. Fun and Games – After services and kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue, is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health. —Bruce Gitelson

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

AARP Chapter #4997

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Thank you to Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate the benefits we have received due to his diligence for equality and equal rights for all. We will never forget what he and the other elders did to improve and secure our place in America. AARP Chapter 4997 held our first General Membership Meeting for 2024 on January 8th, and it was well attended. The meeting held many announcements for the members. We will be participating with the State and National AARP organizations on February 6th with their bus ride to Albany. This is named “Visibility Day of Action” and will show the elected representatives that seniors do matter and have a loud voice. This invitation was received in our office minutes before our General Meeting was called to order and that is why it was not mentioned in this article previously. We reminded all who had signed up for CPR Training of the date, time and location for the class on January 19th. The Tour Committee has just a few seats left for our one-day trip to the Wind Creek Casino on April 30th to see a Tribute to the Supremes show and enjoy the benefits of the casino. Tickets are $169.00 per person and include a casino voucher and a food voucher for your personal use. Travel insurance is available to you, if you require it,. The cost is $19.00. Our Hawaiian cruise, which has met our goal, may still be able to secure a space for you, if you are interested. Please contact Ms. Wright, 718-3793370, or Ms. Brown, 718-379-7962, to have questions answered and feel free to make suggestions about trips you would be interested in taking with our group in the future. Thank you, Ms. Baker, for all your efforts to increase our membership. We see that it truly worked because we got the invitation to join AARP on February 6th, with the bus leaving from Co-op City for the first time in a while. Please call 718-379-2088 to renew/join our local chapter. Dues are $20.00 annually. From our Good and Welfare contact, we are sending condolences to the family of a longtime member and resident, Ms. Joy Harris. To the family of Ms. Diane Sweeney, we offer condolences at the transitioning of her mother, Ms. Shirley Curry, which recently occurred. Mrs. Wilson can be reached at 718-671-5493 to receive information you would like to share in this article. Our office is open from Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Room “0,” second floor; telephone, 718-320-1946; email, aarp4997@ gmail.com. We will return all messages on our next business day. Please keep in mind that our offices and meetings are mask mandated for all. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided for you. As we all know, there are vaccines for the Flu, Covid and RSV. While it is a personal choice, you must respect the rules set by different organizations. An informed constituent is an asset. We are here to serve—not to be served. —Ann Purnell

Greetings, retirees and friends, We hope that everyone is doing well and keeping warm during the wintry weather. Membership Committee – We are now accepting annual membership dues for 2024. We will also accept the 2023 dues from members who may need to catch up. New members and renewing members can remit their check for the $25 annual dues. Checks should be made payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Please note “new member” or “renewing member” and the year(s) for the payment in the memo line on your check. Questions may be addressed to Mary at (718) 655-9170. Carnival Cruise 2024 – Our Eastern Caribbean 9day/8night cruise (traveling to Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Grand Turks, and Half Moon Cay (Bahamas) on the beautiful new ship Venezia will leave from NYC on July 16 (cruising through July 24, 2024). Please contact Serita at (347) 564-5722 for additional information. Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our January birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year. Good and Welfare – Please keep all of those who are sick and/or shut in, in your thoughts and healing prayers. We hope they will soon see brighter days ahead. Please notify Lorraine Parker at (718) 671-6403 of any member illnesses or deaths. Condolences – Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who have recently experienced the loss of loved ones. General Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 7, at 1 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Auditorium C. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you there. —Georgianna Rodriguez

Goose Island Seniors Goose Island Valentine Party – Wed., Feb. 14, at 1 p.m. in our club room 39. Members only. Covered-dish. Bring something or pay $15 at door. Free for Feb. birthday members. Mohegan Sun – Cancelled. Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Sat., Feb. 20; $60, bonus $25 play. Pick up: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m. and Dreiser Loop, 8:30 a.m. Payment due Feb. 6. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. Vaccination required. Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Sat., Feb. 24; $60, bonus $25 play. Pick up: 8:15 a.m., Einstein Loop; 8:45 a.m., Asch Loop; and 8:55 a.m., Dreiser Loop. Info: 646-579-1701. Sight and Sound (Daniel) – Bethlehem, PA; Thu., April 25. Price: $215. Miller’s Smorgasbord Restaurant. For information, call 646-579-1701 Sight and Sound (Daniel) – Bethlehem, PA; Tue., May 7. Balcony seats (2 or 3 steps down). Price: $195. Deposit: $50 to reserve seat on bus. Balance due April 17. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors or Zelle to 347-847-1941. Golden Corral Restaurant before show. Vaccination required. Villa Roma – Tribute to Diana Ross and Gladys Knight, Tue., June 11. Waitlist only. Price: $125. Down payment $50 to reserve seat. Balance due by May 20. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. Mail to 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Bronx, NY 10475 or Zelle to 347-847-1941. Vaccination required. Tribute to Whitney Houston – at Tropicana Casino, June 27. Price: $150. Bonus: $25 slot play and $20 food voucher. Waitlist only. Deposit $50 to reserve seat on bus. Balance due June 5th. Holiday Hills – Prospect, CT; Tues., Aug. 20. Price: $130. $50 deposit to reserve seat on bus. Balance due by Wed., July 17. 2024 Norwegian Cruise – Hawaii, Aug. 31-Sept. 7. Call 646-579-1701. 2024 Las Vegas Trip – Oct. 11. Call 646-579-1701. Notary – with Yvonne Menefee, Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, Room 34 or 39. Bingo – Mon., Wed. and Fri., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards, $0.25 each additional card; 12 games and jackpot. Refreshments. Game day – Tue. and Thu., 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dominoes, Bid Whist, movies, socializing and more. To all members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of January: Diane Williams, Mary Roach, Yolanda Jones, Othelia Jones, Leona Weeden, Novella Thomas, Alma Cruz, Sarah Arteaga, Barbara Richardson, Zulma Medina and Dorthula C. Ahulu. Sick and Shut-in – Our former president, Mary Pilla, is doing fine and says hi to everyone. Call her at (718) 753-1816. Ella L. Thorne sends her love. Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, Section 5 Community Center; (718) 379-9613; Stephen cell (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net, $StephenCarlSr. Good health to all. —Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

Community Protestant Church

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle

“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at (DVW *XQ +LOO 5RDG %URQ[ 1< <RX PD\ FRQWDFW XV E\ SKRQH 718-862-9172; fax: 718-671-4416, or email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org. Worship Schedule In person Sunday Morning Worship, 11:00 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. (YHU\ :HGQHVGD\ ³+RXU RI 3RZHU 1RRQ 'D\ 3UD\HU ´ S P RQ WKH &RQference Call Line, (712) 432-3900, Access Code: 343284#. Every Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., Bible Study via =RRP. Special Services 2Q 6XQGD\ )HEUXDU\ DW D P ,QVWDOODWLRQ RI 2I¿FHUV 6XQGD\ )HEUXDU\ WK D P 2I¿FLDO %RDUGV 'D\ DQG RQ 6XQGD\ 0DUFK WK 11:00a.m., The Usher Board Anniversary. Come and join us in one or all of our services for a good time in the Lord! —Lexa M. Mingo

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, NY 10475. All are invited. Sunday School starts at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service will be from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bible Study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening, 7:30 p.m. Friday evening worship service starts at 7:30 p.m. Please join us for Bible Study and Prayer Meeting on =RRP. Call 646-0313860, Meeting ID: 7215591000, Code: 505050#. Focus: Freedom of Choice Joshua 24: 14-16 14 Now therefore fear the Lord and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and SXW DZD\ WKH JRGV ZKLFK \RXU IDWKHUV VHUYHG RQ WKH RWKHU VLGH RI WKH ÀRRG DQG in Egypt; and serve ye the Lord. 15 And if it seemed evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that was on WKH RWKHU VLGH RI WKH ÀRRG RU WKH JRGV RI WKH $PRULWHV LQ ZKRVH ODQG \H GZHOO but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. 16 And the people answered and said, God forbid that we should forsake the Lord, to serve other gods. God desires a Relationship with Mankind One of the wonderful revelations of scripture is that God longs for a relaWLRQVKLS ZLWK PDQNLQG +H GRHV QRW QHHG XV EXW KH GHVLUHV XV +H ORYHV XV +H ZDQWV FRPPXQLRQ DQG LQWLPDF\ ZLWK WKRVH ZKRP +H FUHDWHG DQG UHGHHPHG ,W was for this purpose Jesus Christ died on the cross. :KHQ *RG FUHDWHG PDQNLQG +H HQMR\HG FORVH FRQQHFWLRQ ZLWK $GDP DQG (YH +H HQMR\HG GDLO\ IHOORZVKLS ZLWK WKHP IRU ZKHQ +H DUULYHG DIWHU WKHLU sin they were not surprised by his presence, just ashamed for their nakedness. It was evidently common for them to enjoy time with him daily. What a precious thing it must have been to have ongoing, regular, intimate fellowship ZLWK +LP ,W VWLOO LV Some people are more decisive than others and seem not to have a problem making up their minds regarding natural choices both big and small. Others FKRRVH EHWZHHQ WKHLU RSWLRQV ZKHWKHU WKH GHFLVLRQ LV DV VLJQL¿FDQW DV ZKLFK job offer to take or as mundane as “paper or plastic.” Choices have consequences. We have observed this pattern throughout our lives. In matters great and small, this principle holds true, and it is no less true, regarding one’s spiritual standing before God. Life and Death hang in the balance of the choice to repent and to obey the gospel. Our decision either to live for God or reject his appeal leads us ultiPDWHO\ HLWKHU WR +HDYHQ RU WR +HOO ,W LV WKLV NQRZOHGJH DQG XQGHUVWDQGLQJ WKDW should cause us to approach every decision about our spiritual life soberly and in the fear of God. Deuteronomy 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, I have set before you life & death, therefore choose life. —Rev. R. Sibblies

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Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number 718-3200844. Priest-in-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson; cell: 917-227-4303. Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and related repairs to our space, St. Joseph’s Church has made some adjustment to our schedule of services until further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal. In-person worship service for the third Sunday after The Epiphany will be conducted by Father Simeon Johnson at the church on Sunday, January 21, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. Please also remember to tune in for the usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon. To participate by teleconference, dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign. It is that time of year again when we collect, complete and return our Pledge &DUGV 7KHVH FDUGV DUH PHDQW WR UHÀHFW RXU ¿QDQFLDO SOHGJH DV ZHOO DV DQ RIIHU to volunteer our time and talent where and when possible. Please remember to pray about these commitments and do the best that you can. Our Annual General Meeting will take place immediately after the church service on Sunday, January 28. Please note your calendar accordingly. Sincere condolences to our members, families and friends who have recently lost loved ones. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace. To our sick and shut-in, we extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. Happy Birthday and best wishes to all the January birthday celebrants. We at St. Joseph’s are collecting food (cans and dry goods) for the food pantry at Grace Episcopal Church, West Farms. If you can, please contribute for those in need. Grace and Peace! —Merville Chambers

'UHLVHU /RRS VHFRQG ÀRRU 5RRP Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The congregation and clergy of St. Thomas invite you to worship with us. Jesus said, “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” –Matthew 18:20 This Sunday is Covenant Sunday. This is our annual opportunity to celebrate DQG DI¿UP WKDW ZH JLYH RXU OLYHV DQG FKRLFHV WR *RG 7KH ZRUGV WKDW ZH VSHDN DUH RI JUHDW LPSRUWDQFH 5DWKHU WKDQ XVLQJ RXU ZRUGV IRU VWULIH DQG JRVVLS OHW XV XVH WKHP WR DI¿UP RXU ORYH DQG VHUYLFH IRU *RG ³+H WKDW VKDOO UXOH KLV tongue shall live without strife.” –Ecclesiasticus 19:6 Congregational Meeting: The annual meeting of the membership of The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle, Inc. will be held on January 21, following a brief service for Covenant Sunday beginning at 11:00 a.m. Covenant Sunday, January 21st: Ɣ 11:00 a.m. – Prime service with Communion Ɣ Annual Congregational Meeting Ɣ Fellowship with light refreshments following the meeting Bible Lessons: Ecclesiasticus 19:6-16, 19; Matthew 23:23-28 Prayer: O Lord, who didst unsparingly rebuke injustice and hypocrisy, we pray that we may be just and true of heart in all our dealings with ourselves and with our brethren, that we may live openly and without guile before thee, thou great king of righteousness, to whom be praise for ever and ever. Amen. —Rev. Dorian Miceli

Co-op City Baptist Church 5HY 'U 6KHOGRQ ( :LOOLDPV DQG WKH &R RS City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 8 a.m. in person only and at 11 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Sunday School classes for all ages will be held at 9:30 a.m. :H DUH ORFDWHG DW (LQVWHLQ /RRS 5RRP (lower level), Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone, 718320-3774. Masks are required. The service is also available on Zoom at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line, (646) 568-7788, Meeting ID: 962 343 0102#, Password: 788175#. The church’s Free Conference Call Line dial in number is 857-357-0254, Access Code is 660065#. 5HY :LOOLDPV DVNV HYHU\RQH ZKR FDOOV LQWR WKH Sunday Worship service to use Zoom through your computer or dial-in using the Zoom information shown above. This week’s events: Wednesday Bible Study

Classes at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. by Zoom; Prayer Warriors Prayer Service on Thursday at noon; Friday Mid-Morning Prayer Service at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Friday Evening Prayer Service. All are on the church conference call line. The church has started a Food Giveaway Ministry, distributing food on the second and IRXUWK )ULGD\V RI WKH PRQWK 7KH ¿UVW JLYHDZD\ will be done on Friday, January 26, between the hours of noon to 3 p.m. Come to the Fellowship Hall and remember to bring your own bag. (See church address above). The Scholarship Ministry invites you to cruise with them aboard the Celebrity Equinox Ship on Tuesday, July 30, to Thursday, August 8, 2024. Ports of call are Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Price for inside double occupancy staterooms is $3,995.00 per person. Only two staterooms in this category remain. To make the required deposit,

Co-op City United Methodist Church/IEMU de Co-op City Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds

Come and Visit us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual, Bible-centered congregation with spirit ¿OOHG ZRUVKLS :H RIIHU D YDULHW\ RI RSSRUWXQLWLHV for spiritual growth, fellowship, and service to God and our community. Services are held in person at 2350 Palmer Avenue across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via Zoom (904 4685745) or Facebook live (United Methodist Church of Co-op City). You’re always welcome. –Pastor, David Jolly “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. $QG ZKDW GRHV WKH /25' UHTXLUH RI \RX" 7R DFW justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8 NIV We began this past week celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As we remember his legacy, we can certainly acknowledge that Dr. King epitomized the requirements of this verse. Love, justice, mercy, hope, and other biblical principles motivated him to lead the African American Civil 5LJKWV 0RYHPHQW $OWKRXJK ZH KDYH FRPH D ORQJ ZD\ VLQFH WKH &LYLO 5LJKWV 0RYHPHQW WKHUH DUH still many acts of injustice to overcome. Micah 6:8, is a straightforward response from God in which He Speaks to His people then and now about what we are to do in the face of injustice, exploitation, racism, and mistreatment of others. So, what does the Lord require from His followers" As we know, both justice and mercy are central to God’s character. He sent Christ as our ultimate example in living just and merciful lives among so many that need to see God’s love in action. Therefore, as Christians, we have a commitment to

act justly by doing what is morally correct in every circumstance and to show mercy to one another just as God show us daily mercies. Most importantly, we should also be humble and recognize that we need God’s wisdom, power, and guidance in order WR IXO¿O +LV ZLOO God’s response and Dr King’s legacy should spur us into action and challenge us to evaluate how we are treating others and what we are doing for the less fortunate. As it is, Micah 6:8 should inform our work around justice, reconciliation, and equality, as we strive to be a more reconciling community, nation, and world. May God help us to show love and act in ways that are just and right in this world. Come and Receive a Blessing Tuesday: Online Bible Study (Zoom: 904-4685745) * Español at 12:15 p.m., Estudiando El Libro de Daniel * English at 6:00 p.m., Studying the Book of Daniel Thursday: Bilingual Prayer Service in person, 10:00 a.m. Food Pantry, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Upcoming Events – Save The Dates. All are welcome! Sunday, January 21: Spanish Service at 10:00 a.m. and English Service at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 18: “Cut the Salt,” Bilingual Workshop facilitated by LCOA at 11:30 a.m. —Grace Abadia

contact Ms. Hermena Smith, travel agent, at 646780-9813. If you are interested in acquiring a balcony stateroom, contact Sis. Claudette Cutlar Day at 718-379-0541. Please be mindful of the date, Monday, April 1. This is the deadline for paying the balance on the July cruise. For your convenience, payments and balances are accepted prior to April 1, 2024. The church has a free app available on your app store by putting in Co Op CBC. This APP is open to all. GOD will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 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. —Marilyn C. Williams

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The Spanish 7th Day Adventist Church, Co-op City We are located at 177 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City, Bronx NY 10475 Room #127 Our Day of Worship is every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at the end we have a special lunch. Come with your family and a warm church of good people who love God and their neighbor will be waiting for you. For more information contact Pastor Elias Santana at 347-364-0601 “I was happy with those who told me: To the house of the Lord we will go.” Psalm 122:1 We will wait for you!

Co-op City Times / January 20, 2024

Building 33 Association

Building 12 Association

Good day, shareholders, On this day, we celebrate the highly esteemed Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. I must do better with looking ahead on the weekly calendar so I know important holidays to include in my articles, especially this holiday. I want to once again ask that we treat the place we live in with respect. Dr. King believed all men were created equal, including those who were rich or poor. We deserve to live in a comfortable and clean environment that is free from crime, just like those in higher-income areas. What makes you feel you don’t deserve to live like that? I ask many times and will continue to do so until I am blue in the face! No one should not walk into the elevator and see your garbage; the other day, I happened upon a dropped soda that spilled on the elevator floor. Why would you do this? Please wake up – this inconsiderate behavior must stop! Mayor Eric Adams is meeting with the building presidents on January 22 to identify our needs. If there is anything you want me to discuss with him, email me at Building33association@gmail.com. Happy Birthday to all our January cooperators! And to our neighbors suffering from a loss or sickness, the Association will keep you in our prayers. To the rest of you, enjoy your week! Take care and walk good! —Andrea D. Mayo

Happy 2024 from Building 12 Association. The Building 12 board members and volunteer residents were able to work together to hang decorations and get the building lobby prepared for the holiday season. The lobby was decorated with many colors accented by the main holiday colors of red, gold, and green. We pride ourselves in acknowledging other cultural holidays such as Chanukah and Kwanzaa. We appreciate all suggestions that you would like to see because we don’t want anyone left out. Not only do we pride ourselves on the organization and planning of the decorations. We are also proud of how the Building 12 family came together to collect a holiday token of appreciation for the staff of Building 12. The gift was deserved and appreciated. As we move forward into the new year, we are looking for changes and each resident’s involvement will help with success. Our first order of business will be to schedule a floor captains’ orientation meeting. We will discuss the mission statement, duties and responsibilities of floor captains to the volunteers. We will introduce it as a fun but serious order of business. This meeting will be announced ASAP. Thursday, January 25, will be our regular General meeting. We hope to see you all there. Tell a neighbor. Tell a friend. Please bring your questions or concerns for us to tackle together. Happy New Year. Remember: Speak up, your voices will be heard. You can also send questions, suggestions, or concerns to building12board@gmail.com. —Tanya Clark Ingram

Newsong Church

It’s A New Season 19 For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland. –Isaiah 43:19 (NLT) Every January 1st, we celebrate the beginning of a new year. We make promises to ourselves to make this year count. While you’re making plans to better your situation, don’t forget about God. He wants to do something new in your life. He wants to get to know you better this year. He has a purpose and a plan for your life. We would love to help you connect with God this year. All you have to do is take the first step. Don’t have a Bible? We’ll give you one! Don’t know how to pray? We’ll help you. Don’t have a church community where you can make friends, worship God and grow spiritually? You are welcome here! So get ready, God has a new thing He wants to do in you this year! About Us Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person can know God, find freedom, discover their Ppurpose, & make a difference in this world! No matter what you’ve been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family…Check us out, we’re located at 135 Einstein Loop! Sunday Worship Experience Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. We make music to please God and to build others up. Colossians 3:16 says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” For us, that’s what making music is all about. We sing to bring glory and honor to God, and celebrate who He is and what He’s doing in our church! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 45. Newsong Deaf Church, Room 35 Our deaf worship experience is in ASL so that our deaf and hearing impaired can worship and fellowship in their own language! Kidsong, Room 49 We’ve created a place where children can have fun and learn about Jesus on their own level! Newsong Church Youth NSCY is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At NSCY, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. NSCY meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 42. So, what are you waiting for? There’s a God in heaven who loves you and has a purpose and plan for your life! Do you live outside of Section 5? Remember, a church alive is worth the drive! Come and find hope. Come and find healing. Come and find freedom. Contact Us Mailing Address: 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 42; Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; Phone: 917-3422559. Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx, Facebook: @newsongchurchbx, Twitter: @newsongchurchbx, YouTube: Newsong Church NYC —Pastor Mike Tolone

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