Co-op City Times 01/29/2022

Vol. 57 No. 05

Completed Window Guard Forms Due Tuesday, Feb. 15

Saturday, January 29, 2022

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Weekly Food Distribution Resumes

BY ROZAAN BOONE

The annual Window Guard form must be completed following the directions included in the

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all residents so that they may report whether chilof window guards or repairs to window guards pre-

must also allow Management access into their apartment to install window guards on all windows in which does not apply to Co-op City buildings; they (Continued on page 4)

Agatha House Foundation, in partnership with Riverbay Corporation, has resumed weekly food distribution in Co-op City every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Dreiser Community Center. The organization offers fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, canned and bagged goods, dairy products and juices. Shareholders should bring their shopping carts and/or bags to take home the items. Face masks must be worn and social distancing observed. (See page 3 for more pictures.)

Photos by P.M. Campbell

Absentee Voting Allowed In NYS Through 2022

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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Independent Commission Unable To Agree On Final State Redistricting Maps

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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New York State Legislators will be tasked with redistricting after the New York State Independent Redistricting Commission (NYSIRC) was unable to -

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Republican commissioners from the NYSIRC claimed otherwise and felt

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Mobile Covid Testing Van NYC Health & Hospitals’ Test & Trace Corps operates a Mobile Covid-19 testing unit daily in Co-op City from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on a rotating basis, according to the following schedule: Mon. & Tues. – 177 Dreiser Loop Wed. & Thurs. – 135 Einstein Loop Fri., Sat. & Sun. – 2049 Bartow Ave. Appointments are not required.

Walk-ups are welcome.

Scan the QR code on the side of

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What To Do Before Opening Your Home Covid Test

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

The CDC is advising individuals who receive their home Covid test in the mail during the cold winter months to wait a short while before opening and using the tests.

Individuals should wait at least two hours before opening the package with their home Covid tests in order to ensure the accuracy of the equipment, according to the CDC. Every household in the U.S. can sign-up to have four free rapid Covid antigen tests mailed to their address after the White House launched a program earlier this month in an effort to get tests to more people.

As a large portion of the U.S. is currently dealing with the frigid winter months, many tests will be shipped in temperatures that are below freezing. Shipping conditions matter as, “test performance may be impacted if the test is used while it is still cold, such as being used outdoors in freezing temperatures or if used immediately after being brought inside from freezing temperatures,” according to the CDC website.

To prevent a false test result caused by cold temperatures, the CDC recommends leaving the box unopened in

an indoor area for at least two hours until the package is at room temperature.

Rapid Covid antigen tests are designed to work in an environment that is between 59°F and 89°F. The CDC also provided help with determining if a home Covid test is functioning properly or not.

“As long as the test line(s) appear as described in the init should. If the line(s) do not appear in the correct location(s) and within the correct time as shown in the test instructions when you perform the test, then the results may not be accurate, and a new test is needed to get an accurate result,” according to the CDC website.

Individuals can go online to covidtests.gov to order their plete and the website will ask for the individual’s name, email address and residential address. Individuals without internet access can call 1-800-232-0233 to get their four free tests. The hotline is open from 8 a.m. to midnight seven days a week and is available in English, Spanish and 150 other languages.

Food Pantry Resumes on Thursdays in Dreiser Community Center

paperwork, or a health care professional will assist you on board.

UPDATE: The Mobile Test Unit will not operate on Sat., Jan. 29, due to the snow storm. Depending on travel conditions, the unit may also be unavailable on Sunday.

Dreiser Testing Center Available Mon.-Fri. The Dreiser testing site located at 105 Dreiser Loop offers free Covid Rapid Testing. The testing site is open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Appointments are not required.

Weekly Food Pantry Agatha House, in partnership with Riverbay Corporation, operates a weekly food pantry at the Dreiser Community Center every Thursday at 1 p.m. Please bring a shopping cart, wear a mask and observe social distancing.

Masks Mandatory in Co-op City Common Areas Shareholders, help protect yourself, family members and your neighbors, especially those who are elderly. Please, wear a face mask while in the common areas, including elevators, laundry rooms, stairways, hallways, lobbies, community centers and garages. In addition, shareholders and their guests must observe social distancing.

No more than four people per elevator ride or in a laundry room simultaneously.

Masks must be worn properly, covering both your mouth and nose.

Failure or refusal to wear a mask when approached by a CCPD $50 Community Fine.

More highlights from this week’s food distribution.

Photos by P.M. Campbell

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cooperatively toward a consensus plan and, in fact, they purposely scuttled the process so that the determination of district lines would be tossed back to a legislature controlled by Democrat super-majorities,” Republican commissioners from the NYSIRC said in a statement released earlier this week.

Tuesday’s lack of unison was the latest in a series of disagreements between members of the NYSIRC. The commission had been working on drawing the new maps since the 2020 Census data was released last summer.

New York State Legislators will now be in charge of redistricting but do not 2022 election cycle speeding up soon, however, State Legislators will likely aim to have the maps completed before March.

Initial signs indicated that the NYSIRC might not ultimately agree on one set of maps when they released a set of two competing partisan maps back in September. New Yorkers were then given a chance to voice their opinions on those maps in a series of in-person hearings held by the NYSIRC statewide.

By law, the congressional, New York State Senate and State Assembly district lines are redrawn every 10 years by using the latest census numbers. The redistricting process redraws district boundaries to ensure each district in a state resentative of the people who are voting in the respective area.

In 2014, New Yorkers voted to approve a proposal which eventually led to the creation of the NYSIRC. The goal of the independent commission was to make the decennial process of redistricting less political. process independent from the legislature in favor of an equally bipartisan body. have an equal role in the process of drawing lines,” the NYSIRC website states.

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Robert S. Landau, 65, an original shareholder of Co-op City’s Building 2 when he moved into the development as a youngster in 1969 and then of Building 10 when he became a shareholder, passed away on December 20, 2021 in Greenville, SC. After retiring from FedEx, Mr. Landau continued working as a driver, delivering meals to seitary history, and spectator sports, and was an avid Notre Dame and Yankees fan. He recently moved to Greenville, SC to be near his children and enjoy the outdoors. He is predeceased by his wife, Katherine; parents, Fred and Janice; and brother, Alan. He is survived by his children, Jason and Jillian; grandson, Ashton, and brother, Stuart. He will be sorely missed.

––Stuart Landau

Please be considerate and respectful of all members of our diverse community.

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must not remove window guards once they are installed or make any changes to the window guards; or remove any part of the window guard. its the apartment regularly; if a child 10 years or younger lives in the apartment and if so, are window guards installed, need to be installed or repaired; and thirdly, even if no child 10 years or younger lives in the unit, would the occupant like window guards installed or, if they are already installed, are repairs needed. The form then asks for the shareholder’s name, full address, signature, date and contact phone number.

Shareholders must answer all and sign and date the form as well as provide their contact phone number in case follow-up is necessary. Failure to complete the form fully will result in a phone call in an attempt to collect the missing information and/or even a doorto-door visit in the future which, because of Covid-19, the corporation hopes to avoid to protect shareholders and staff. Shareholders may also receive an automated reminder phone call to return the form. After all avenues have been exhausted, the names of those who do not respond to the notice will be forwarded to the New York City Department of health for further action.

Co-op City, approximately 13.5% have responded to date – 728 by mail, 450 by phone, and 829 by email. of the following:

In Memoriam – Robert S. Landau

In addition, forms may also be deposGuard drop boxes at the Dreiser CSO on the in the Bartow Center or at the Einstein CSO. They may also call their respective CSO for assistance completing the form using the on their form. To con320-3300, select option 3, and follow the prompts.

CSO Director Vanessa Aldea said:

form is required by law to be completed in all high-rise apartment buildings annually. Even if the information from the previous year did not change, a form has to be submitted. This is not only for shareholders

with children; it is required for all shareholders to complete.”

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the unit so that the apartment can be inspected for peeling paint and other poThe mailing includes the Annual Fire Safety Notice which reminds sharedoor is self-closing and latches, and if this is not the case, to contact Maintenance

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Building 18 Association

Building 21 Association

Hi, neighbors.

Please continue to follow CDC guidelines, wear your mask, wash your hands frequently and maintain proper social distance. If you have not taken the Covid–19 vaccine and booster yet, please think about getting it to protect yourself and others. Stay out of the hospital.

The next 21 Association General Session Gathering will be: Thursday, February 25, via Zoom at 7 p.m. (Note: Fourth Thursday of each month.)

doors. It is very important that your apartment door is self–closing after seeing report to Maintenance if you have a door problem.

To the bereaved families, we give you our deepest sympathies. To the homebound, we wish you a speedy recovery. Please stay alert and check on our seniors during this icy cold weather.

Be safe, be well and be happy to all of you.

––Gertie Brown

Section 5 Association We trust all is well, we went through a trying time, however, we wish all the best of health. The Section 5 Association represents the concerns of all ten buildings and townhouses. We want to acknowledge and thank CB 10 District Mgr. Matthew Cruz for his help with the Einstein Loop BxM7 express bus stop location that was no longer accessible. The shareholders who lived in the Einstein location had to walk additional blocks to board the bus.

We brought this to the attention of CB10 Dist. Mgr. Matthew Cruz who graciously met with myself and Nelson Sweeting representing Section 5 Association. We met in April of 2021, he viewed the Einstein location, took pictures and assured us he would look into the situation. The task was completed and taken care of by Dist. Mgr. Matthew Cruz as well as others who were also advocating for the return of our express bus stop. The Section 5 Association thanks all who were involved for their support. We are a community and it is great to come together in a time of need. Thank you all. The President of Section 5 Association, Mr. Robert Hedgpeth, sends his appreciation.

––H. Overman

NAACP Mission Statement: Our mission is 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.

Special thanks to our general meeting guest speaker, Ana Cristina Garcia, representative of NY Presbyterian Government and Community Affairs, which is one of the largest comprehensive healthcare facilities in the world and the largest in New York. She shared information on improving the Sickle Cell Care Program; Care on Demand, CHALK Program (plant-based diet in highrisk areas), obesity, asthma and community partnerships. To sign up for the newsletter, go to: healthmatters.nyp.org.

We also viewed CEO and NAACP President Derrick Johnson’s message on the importance of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021 that is proposed legislation that would restore and strengthen parts of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, certain portions of which were struck down by two United States Supreme Court decisions. In addition, we watched a video that reviewed

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers and distribute to each neighbor.

2. Co-op City Times: Place at each apartment door. (Delivered Saturdays.)

3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them.

4. Promote: Meetings, clubs and gatherings.

5. Encourage your neighbors to: • Vote – Vote – Vote! In the Riverbay election.

Public Safety: 718-671-3050; CSO: 718-320-3300 6. That’s it!

If you have questions regarding the 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347-504-1821.

Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom video conference. Everyone from all buildings, plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend.

“Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.”

––Michelle Marbury

NCNW Youth Committee: It is that time of year again! Save the date, Saturday, February 26, the Youth Committee will be presenting their 21st annual Black History celebration. Due to Covid-19 restrictions and to ensure the safety of members and guests, this event will be virtual. The theme for this year will focus on health and wellness. We are currently looking for youth to show how they practice healthy habits such as a yoga or meditation demonstration or creating healthy meals. We are also looking for poets and musicians. If you or anyone you know may be interested, please email ncnwcoopcityyouth@gmail.com.

Youth Section: The Co-op City Youth Section would like to thank family, friends and members for their generous donations that were received for the visors will be going shopping and donating the collected items to our Bronx Fund Raising: Thank you to everyone who supported our popcorn fundraiser.

Proceeds will help to support our community programs and events.

We must be vigilant all year round and spread awareness on this atrocity. On Saturday, January presentation titled: Shatter the Silence: Action Required! Committee members were: Dr. Johnetta B. Cole, NCNW National Chair and President; Sandra K. Esq., NCNW Executive Director; Dr. Que English, Moderator; Chief Bumpers, co-moderator; and other committee members from across the United States and

Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. After the vote, CEO Derrick Johnson stated: “Today’s shameful outcome revealed who stands for, and who stands against democracy. The Voting Rights

boroughs. It also takes place around some sporting venues, some schools and

Anything short of protecting the right to vote is a death sentence for democracy.

or perhaps they may be coerced with education and other opportunities. Panelists

The NAACP was founded in February: Established in New York City on February 12, 1909 by a group that included African American leaders such as W.E.B. Du Bois and Ida B. Wells-Barnett, they formally announced the formation of a new organization. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People would have a profound effect on the struggle for civil rights and

others through the trauma of being a victim, in addition to spreading awareness

seeking equality for all.

Founder’s Day Membership Campaign, January - February 12th: The community at-large is welcomed to become a new member. For members, renew your membership, gift a membership to another or upgrade your membership to become a Silver Life Member.

53rd NAACP Image Awards is on Sat., February 26, at 8:00 p.m. on BET. 113th NAACP National Convention, July 13-20, Atlantic City, NJ. To follow NAACP’s statements and trending topics, go to: NAACP.org.

We Need You in the Fight: Each and every NAACP member makes a difference to the complex, ongoing work of advancing racial equality. Join this multigenerational network of activists dismantling structural racism by using your power to take action on the most pressing issues of our time.

Become a member or gift a membership: adults are $30 and youths are $10.

Make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210 and mail to: NAACP Co-op City, Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, NY 10475.

––Brenda Brown

NCNW members and guests were also asked to take the Red Card Pledge to spread awareness and to help put an end to violence and discrimination against women. Go to www.redcardpledge.com to take the pledge. The Red Card Pledge was launched at the UN in 2020.

NCNW is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) at the UN. Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of NCNW, was appointed by President Harry S. Truman to attend the founding conference of the United Nations in 1945, and she was the only woman of color in attendance.

Join NCNW! www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com.

––Lori Melton

If you see something, call the Public Safety dispatcher at (718) 671-3050. Be sure to give as many details as possible since this will help to apprehend the responsible person(s).

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Letter to the Editor

Board of Directors’ Meeting January 26, 2022 Insurance Resolution #22-01

We have been told that the Cablevision (Altice) cable agreement with Co-op City will expire in 2024. In addition Verizon FIOS also wants to come into Co-op City.

On January 19, 2022, Verizon Wireless roles out its 5G service which, from my understanding, has two parts: 1. Upgrading Verizon 4G service to 5G, which they say is ten times faster than 4G and carries a lot more data.

2. Verizon 5G wireless internet services with download speed of 300 MGB/sec and an Upload speed of 50 MB/sec.

It is anticipated that Verizon 5G wireless home internet service will be available in our area in late February 2022.

From what I know, this service does not require any new cables. This is may very shareholders will have a choice for Internet access.

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Riverbay’s Commercial General Liability the expiring Commercial General Liability was with AXIS Insurance Company for a premium of was a layered program among the following two insurances carriers: Co-op City Times

Better Business Bureau Scam Alert

U.S. households can now request free at-home COVID-19 test kits through a new Biden administration program. But when the government rolls out new initiatives, such as the stimulus checks, scammers typically like websites when requesting the your free Covid tests.

These scam sites may ask for payment or personal information, such as your Social Security number.

You hear about the free COVID-19 tests and do a search for it online. Or, you see a post or ad on social media or receive an unsolicited email or text. These communications urge you to request your free tests immediately by clicking on a link.

you notice something unusual. This fake version may ask you for personal information, such as your Social Security number or Medicare ID. It could also request your credit card details, under the guise of needing to pay for shipping (Note: The real webpage does not ask for payment or your SSN). Before you know it, you have given up your information to a scammer.

• Look closely at the domain name. One way that fake websites trick people is by using a domain name that is extremely close to a real business’ or organization’s domain name. For example, the real COVID-19 test request website is special.usps.com/testkits. Scammers may swap two and it’s best to close the tab.

• Watch out for tricky subdomains. Sometimes attackers hope you will confuse a subdomain with the real domain name. For example, a scammer might use the subdomain name usps.faketestkit.com hoping you won’t notice that “faketestkit.com” is not the correct domain name to get your free test kit, which is usps.com.

• The real website asks only for your name and address.

You do not need to pay for the tests using the government program – even for shipping. And you will not be asked for insurance details, your Social Security number or any other sensitive information.

The total combined expiring Commercial General Lithe Director of Risk Management, after instructing its General Liability & Umbrella broker, York International, to conduct a marketing program promoting Riverbay’s taking on risk with a high retention and an improving loss history, recommends Riverbay placing the Commercial General Liability with AXIS Insurance ComCo-op City Times

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CCPD Works to Ensure a Harassment Free Community

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Co-op City takes pride in being a diverse community in which approximately 50,000 people live and work. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety works to ensure that Co-op City is free from any type of harassment. Harassment takes on many forms and violators can face a variety of penalties. There is a wide spectrum of different offenses that fall under the category of Harassment and its related charges. None of these offenses are acceptable within Co-op City and the appropriate action will be taken for each type.

Tensions can run high due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Arguments among family members within the apartments of Co-op City have increased during the pandemic. Family members tend to spend more time at home and need to share resources. Working or attending classes from home when other family members are home can lead to an increase in stress levels. Arguments over social distancing and mask wear-

Public Safety Report

Public Safety Blotter

January 16 - January 22, 2022 January 16 – 140 Darrow Place Flooding condition in the lobby impacted elevator service in the building.

CCPD provided roof-top escorts from the adjoining building so shareholders could take the elevator to the top of the adjoining building and walk down, rather than up, in the affected building.

Opposite 99 Donizetti Place While on routine patrol, CCPD observed a vehicle placed on a milk crate with one wheel removed from the vehicle. CCPD was unable to locate the owner of the vehicle.

650 Baychester Avenue While on routine patrol, CCPD officers observed a vehicle with the front passenger window broken and the glove box open with items scattered about on the inside of the vehicle. A canvas of the area by CCPD for suspects yielded negative results. CCPD was unable to locate the owner.

950 Baychester Avenue While on routine patrol, CCPD officers observed a vehicle with the front passenger window broken and the glove box open with items scattered about inside of the vehicle. A canvas of the area by CCPD for suspects yielded negative results. CCPD was unable to locate the owner.

January 17 – 140 Elgar Place While on routine patrol, CCPD Emergency Service Unit observed construction scaffold collapsed on two vehicles and partially blocking the street.

Riverbay Maintenance, the scaffolding company and FDNY were notified and on scene. The area was secured by Public Safety. A canvas of the area was conducted for other scaffolding issues with negative results.

January 18 – 120 Elgar Place CCPD received a complaint of an unauthorized camera in Building 34.

Investigation revealed that the camera was, in fact, unauthorized and affixed improperly. The cooperator was instructed on proper camera regulations and agreed to correct the situation.

January 18 – 177 Dreiser Loop CCPD responded to the community center for a disorderly group. Upon arrival, CCPD was met by Maintenance who reported about a group of youths deploying a fire extinguisher in the hallway. A canvas of the area for the youths by CCPD patrol officers yielded negative results. Public Safety Detective Unit was assigned the case. An investigation was conducted and detectives identified multiple violators. Multiple Community Complaint, Notices of Violation were issued to the parents of the juvenile violators.

120 Darrow Place CCPD Emergency Service Unit responded to a call for an elderly shareholder with an excessive nose bleed. CCPD Emergency Service Officers rendered aid and the shareholder was transported to the hospital with EMS for further evaluation.

120 Aldrich Street A shareholder returned to his parked vehicle in front of the above location.

The shareholder observed his passenger door and hatch door opened and items removed from his vehicle.

99 Darrow Place While a CCPD supervisor was preparing a report for a shareholder, his parked CCPD marked patrol vehicle with emergency lighting engaged was struck from the rear and damaged by a male who was intoxicated. The intoxicated male was arrested for driving while intoxicated and transported to the 45th Pct. for further processing. The suspect is a Co-op City resident and was also issued multiple community complaint violations. Riverbay Risk Management has been notified and is proceeding with an insurance claim to recover the cost to repair the marked cruiser.

January 21 – 100 Einstein Loop A shareholder reported that a package identified as delivered was, in fact, taken without her permission or authority from the hallway in front of her apartment.

ing in public areas have also been observed. It is important to try to remain calm and refrain from engaging in arguments with family members, friends and especially people you do not know. Understand that the current situation can cause an increase in stress and it is best to take a deep breath and walk away if that is possible.

In New York City, Harassment is a Violation of the Penal Law Section 240.26. A violation of the law is punishable by up to 30 days in jail as well as a possible monetary fine. However, in order for an officer, either New York City Police Department or the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, to make an arrest or issue a Universal Summons, the officer must personally witness the violation. If harassment occurs and it is not witnessed by the officer, the person harassed can respond to Bronx Criminal Court and take out a summons against the person. The Bronx Criminal Court system has an abundant number of resources depending on the nature of the situation, and Mediation is widely used to remedy Harassment issues. The Public Safety Department as well as the Cooperator Service Office (CSO) should be notified to prepare a report for an incident which occurs in the community.

The utilization of any type of electronic means, such as a telephone or a computer, escalates Harassment to Aggravated Harassment. Physical contact such as shoving or kicking also results in Aggravated Harassment. Aggravated Harassment is an A Misdemeanor which carries a jail sentence of up to one year and a possible monetary fine. People need to make sure that any comments or messages transmitted to another person are not offensive or capable to be taken out of context. This applies to phone calls, texts, e-mails, voice messages, social network sites, etc. Parents should make sure that children are aware of these rules. For school-age children, there can also be disciplinary action taken at the school.

Harassment taken to an even further level can turn into Stalking, a crime which at the highest levels, can be a Felony. A Felony carries a prison sentence of more than one year and often a hefty fine. We often hear about the end results of the most serious cases of Stalking in the news. Most cases of Stalking begin as Harassment which is taken too far. Be sure to notify 911 and the Department of Public Safety if any of these forms of Harassment are witnessed. January has been recognized as National Stalking Awareness Month since 2011. Please visit the website, www.stalkingawarenessmonth.org.

In the event that a Universal Summons for Harassment is issued or any other type of arrest is made by either the New York City Police Department or the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, a Community Complaint can be issued. The issuance of a Universal Summons is viewed the same as any other arrest as it pertains to violation of the Riverbay lease. A Co-op City Community Complaint is issued for Anti-Social Conduct for any arrests which occur within the community. A Community Complaint is issued to the shareholder of record for the apartment for any resident or guest of their apartment. The fines start out (Continued on page 19)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@ .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,

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site.

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

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Co-op City Times / January 29, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Michelle Marbury, Second Vice President

Managing A City Within A City…

You may ask: Why “board development training” and its cost is necessary? The answer is, no Board Director comes equipped to handle the heavily regulated enterprise that is the Riverbay Corporation. We present our varied and unique set of skills as an offering to the work of the Directors but in concert, we are asked to familiarize ourselves with countless rules, laws, codes and agreements, which results in volunteering an enormous amount of lifetime to service and community.

What does this mean to you as a Shareholder?

“You” want to be sure that who you choose to represent you is up to the challenge and willing to do all that is necessary to manage and carry out the duties put before them on your behalf – The only way to keep a “control” on that is to be sure that each board member

can be detrimental to the corporation as a whole. Each just like you. The power held by a Board member, is only in effect when utilized along with the Board as a unit.

Directors’ Fiduciary Duties These duties are the creed that a Board Director must adhere to. They are framed on the wall in the Board Room as a reminder to us of our responsibilities…

• Duty of Care

opment training weekend” is designed to do just that.

Last Weekend’s Development Training Most important to note is that a Board member’s job is to govern and make policy. We do that by identifying problems and then taking said issues back to the Board (i.e. through a committee or from complaints that have not been adhered to through the system of protocols put in place to run our corporation).

Board members are in a constant state of analysis (if we are doing our job correctly). We must protect the integrity of Management’s role (i.e., through addressing the problem by gathering information at the root cause).

Policy Making Processes: Important for you to understand…

When the community comes to us with problems, we must come together in the Board Room to make policy which governs our corporation and addresses those problems. Example: Repair issues that are not

ence is less than $1.00 per shareholder.

Duty of Care • Business Corporation Law § 717 – A director shall perform his duties as a director, including his duties as a member of any committee of shareholders of Riverbay Corporation to the Riverbay the board upon which he may serve, in good faith and Board of Directors, I understand that I, individually, with that degree of care which an ordinarily prudent have no more right or privileges than any other resident shareholder within this community. I pledge to cumstances. (49) obey all of the rules and regulations of the coopera• This also refers to the level of attention required of tive, and to work with the other members of the Board each director to attend meetings, carefully review doc- of Directors, as a whole, to develop and to oversee poluments, participate in committee work, pay attention, icy for the good of the entire Co-op City community. question, listen, understand, seek assistance from sub• ject matter experts and do what is necessary to inform ity, that may subject the Board, the Corporation, and the decisions you are called upon to make.

Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be • reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

Disclosure of information. Since members of the Each one of us, divided by all of us, equals a force board of directors have access to a considerable amount for good. of personal information

• Duty of Loyalty • Duty of Obedience Let’s Analyze This and Make It Plain…

(b) the division’s efforts to deter fraud in developments thorized to receive such information.”

• ers’ records.

Duty of Loyalty

expense of the corporation, and their private interests • the cooperative as a whole,” setting aside personal or

(The following is excerpted from the Riverbay Corporation’s political interests.

2021 Board Development Training, as presented by Duty of Obedience Smith, Buss & Jacobs LLP, Saturday, January 22, 2022) •

The cost of the 2 and a half-day intensive before

lem through a committee, or gathering information as to the root cause ing pinpointed the problems, and offer a report of the tion should be held in the

Management so that they will carry out “directives from should not be disclosed to any person, “…except sue. In short, if a Board Director says to you, they will insofar as it has a direct take care of a certain issue or problem for “you” vidually, they are speaking out of turn. Such language ness of the company, or

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry – 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would bution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. ping cart. We require masks and physical distancing. New registrants can receive er’s, or driver’s license with a 10475 address to register.

Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m.

Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents. on January 4. You must recertify in order to pick up groceries in the year 2022.

Restaurant Meal Distribution – The restaurant meal distribution has ended.

Thank you to all who took part. We will post information in this article about new programs we have for the community.

Defensive Driving Class – Classes are TBA until our normal meeting space available at the Empire Safety Council website: Contact Us – Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

––D. Illis

– I (Director’s name) do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the duties of the Riverbay Board of Directors and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America and the State of New York. I

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Building 9 Association

Velocity Track Club

Greetings, Building 9 family and friends.

Please continue to pray for the police and all the victims of gun violence.

Pray for peace in our country and in our community.

We wish healing for the hurt and encouragement for the discouraged. Keep in mind and heart those who have lost loved ones and those who are alone and shut-in. A kind word, a call or a brief visit is usually welcomed. masks and Covid-19 testing kits at various distribution sites throughout the community. We thank them for their continued efforts on our behalf.

The Building 9 Executive Board was pleased to publish the website address for distribution and early distribution of Covid-19 testing kits by the federal government. According to the response, everyone was able to navigate the website your hands often, maintain social distance whenever possible. Observe social distancing guidelines in lobbies, laundry rooms and on elevators.

The Building 9 Association Executive Board election meeting took place on Thursday. The election results will be posted on lobby bulletin boards. The Building 9 Association Executive Board looks forward to seeing you, serving

Velocity Track Club athletes at the Ocean Breeze Invitational.

group received medals, so medals were hard to earn! ven, Karly, Shyenne, Lyon, Ryann, Tiarra, Kenia, Zuriel and Madison M.

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Preparedness Guide and window guard form in the mail. Please complete and return the window guard form in the SASE provided. sion, please ensure the appropriate level of attendance and support is provided

dred percent of your donation will go towards helping our children. Support our Thank you!

––Winston Dinkins

African-American Association of Co-op City

P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 15, Bronx, NY 10475 www.facebook.com/coopcity.africanamericanassoc • (929) 430-3255

Presents its 25th Annual

BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAM Libation Prayer Lift Every Voice and Sing Tribute to the Ancestors:

Hank Aaron, Virgil Abloh, Midwin Charles, Tommy DeBarge, Garth Dennis, Robert Lee Elder, Marcel Theo Hall a/k/a Biz Markie, Bell Hooks, Gregory Edward Jacobs a/k/a Shock G, Vernon Jordan Jr., Chi Modu, Jovita Moore, James Mtume, Sidney Poitier, Colin Powell, Robert Ross a/k/a Black Rob, Desmond Tutu, Cicely Tyson, Melvin Van Peebles, Michael K. Williams, Malikah Shabazz, Robbie Shakespeare, Earl Simmons a/k/a DMX, Demaryius Thomas, Mary Wilson, and Wanda Young a/k/a Wanda Rogers.

African-American Performers

Saturday, February 5, 2022 3:00 p.m.

Zoom information: Meeting ID: 828 8641 7953 Passcode: 187413 New York telephone number: 1-646-558-8656

“Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson Be blessed, be well and be safe.

––Linda Collins

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Co-op City Times / January 29, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Mary Pearson, Assistant Secretary

Tiny Triumphs Was that so hard? The BxM7 cer, CCPD did not have the authority. They could only Einstein Loop bus stop is up and issue tickets to double-parked cars and cars parked at running after so many bumpy starts So, I called 311. I told the whole bus stop saga to the and stops. I have no idea why the NYC DOT has been so unhelpful or why the MTA (the poor woman in charge of illegally parked vehicle incident reports. I requested that whenever patrol cars from impossible to communicate with each other. MTA reps said in October they were waiting for signage that was they issue tickets? I, unfortunately, haven’t seen the new put in place in January – nine months earlier. Then we bus stop totally empty of parked cars before or since the and the MTA waited for the curb to be painted yellow Thursday afternoon Miracle-Monday-Moment, and I’ve for several more months before being informed by the got a great view from my window – and binoculars.

I was told by the 311 rep that the more people makDOT that they don’t do that anymore.

So many people emailed, texted, phoned, pleaded ing the same request, the more attention it will get. So and badgered anyone and everyone from the time of that the bus stop’s initial move on 11/18/20. In mid-March, call to action. Getting through the 311 announcements First up was Stephanie McGregor – Impatient Zero.

Thanks to her cousin’s daughter’s intel, she was the so, a second text reached me from a woman who has since been watching the process slowly unfold from her my complaint-partner from way back, emailed me. That was in 2021. At the 1/20/22 celebration, Katherine told me an MTA representative threatened that if we don’t shape up and keep the cars from parking in the bus stop, they’ll take it away and move us back to the river.

For those who’ve gotten us as far as we have, for those responsible for this dearly needed tiny triumph for the community, many thanks. (Special thanks are due to two of our Board Directors for their killer legislator-whispering skills.) Still, we need to keep the stop clear if we

There’s an epilogue to this tale.

MTA Superintendent of Road Operations, John that requirement.

After seeing the Einstein Loop BxM7 bus stop con- O’Malley (formerly of NYPD) was incredibly helpful and informative at the Thursday, 1/20/22, grand re-opening. He stayed long after the revelers disbursed p.m., the miraculous happened. For a brief shining just to keep an eye on the BxM7 schedule. He and I moment, long enough to get photographic proof, the and an MTA Security staff member chatted about the bus stop was totally empty of cars. Hallelujah. But it obstinate DOT (no yellow curb, ever, DOT says; no additional No Parking/No Standing sign will be attached to didn’t last.

The Sunday evening before that wondrous moment, the lamp post at the end of the bus stop, ever, DOT says.)

Suddenly, a passenger came trotting over saying I called CCPD to ask if they could swing by and ticket -

waiting passengers, the man who will henceforth be That’s right. After all this endless rigmarole, the bus driver turned into Einstein Loop south, the impossible-to-turn-into-corner that started this whole shebang!

The driver took the old route, the old turn, the wrong turn, not the corrected turn. Not the one that took fourteen months As the bus pulled away, a sweet passerby and I Disabilities and Accommodations Committee: Many suffer each year from the shortened daylight hours blamed for the Wintertime Blues. Once more this year, SAD –Seasonal Affective Disorder – gets an unhelping hand from Covid. The D&A Committee will soon be posting tips for dealing with SAD and much Do you know of Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment, Inc. (comeoutreach.org)? Register for the free, third Thursday of the month, Let’s Talk, Zoom sessions. upcoming, virtual, 7-part series from the state of Virby the Citywide Council on Special Education. Aimed to bolster self-advocacy and decision-making, the series setting and respecting boundaries, self-esteem and self-acceptance, pregnancy & STI prevention, abuse prevention, and human anatomy. The series begins on February 2 and runs mostly biweekly through this free Zoom Series at Stay safe, stay well. or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

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Free enrollment help is available!

Health insurance plans are more affordable now than ever.

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Building 13 Association

Association of Building 14 Cooperators -

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be “they

Security

Building 13 members wishing their mail person, Frieda, a happy retirement.

Laundry Room

More calls mean swifter action more calls mean quicker action

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Free at-home COVID-19 tests: (www.covidtests.gov):

Reminder:

Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

––Leslie Peterson

––Josie Ferguson

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Co-op City Times / January 29, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

NYC – Safety Issues A young 15-year-old girl was recently killed by a school bus.

And, now, Mayor Adams wants to make our streets safer.

School Bus Kills a Young Girl A video was posted online showing the moment that a young 15-year-old girl was struck and killed by a school bus. Then, the video horribly shows the rear passenger side wheel of the bus rolling over the girl as she was on the ground. Thereafter, the school bus driver kept going on his way.

Later on, the cops arrested the school bus driver and charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to use due care. Then, he was released on a Desk Appearance Ticket.

So, our new mayor is proposing some new changes for vehicles and for pedestrians. One proposal involves adding a head-start signal timing feature so that pedestrians can cross the street before vehicles Bottom line: Some people are driving their vehicles in a reckless manner. So, they don’t have a problem with viciously cutting in front of drivers, tailgating, and driving at high speeds. What’s up with some drivers illegally modifying their exhaust system to make loud noises while they’re speeding and driving crazy? Therefore, the NYPD needs to crack down on this foolishness.

Additionally, the mayor needs to create a safety campaign for pedestrians. What’s up with some petexting on their phone? How about some pedestrians that deliberately stand in the way of large vehicles as they make turns? What about parents that don’t believe in holding a small child’s hand as they cross the streets? Plus, hey, the parent has no problem letting the child walk behind them as they cross the street.

Independence, right? Horrible!!! Look, we desperately need an educational campaign to teach people Subway Safety On Saturday, January 15, 2022, at around 9:30 a.m., a woman was waiting for a train at 42nd Street and Times Square. Suddenly, a man allegedly pushed her in front of a train. Afterward, the man ran away. the train. Later on, a man turned himself in to the police. The police then charged him with second degree murder.

And, now, it was reported that the MTA is considering the idea of placing platform barriers at subway stations throughout NYC. These barriers will be used to prevent people from falling or being pushed onto the subway tracks. Additionally, it’s rare that you’ll hear about people going into the subway tunnels to hang out or to set up a home.

However, annually, can you believe that there are hundreds of cases of people that are just roaming around in these tunnels? Then, at times, some of these folks make horrible decisions to go onto the subway tracks. And, that’s when things can go really bad for the person, the subway workers, emergency service workers, the MTA, and everyone else.

Concerning these barriers, MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber recently said that a ‘Track Trespass Working’ group was created to deal with these issues.

Bottom line: People can make a decision to wait for a train at any area along a subway platform. And, they might not encounter any problems. However, do you think have expressed their fear about using the subway system?

Do you think that we might have a problem when the media is constantly reporting that major crimes are occurring in our subway system? Absolutely! Regardless, without a care in the world, lots of people will do everything they can to stand at the edge of the platform. Then, that’s when someone with bad intentions can do something horrible to them. So, the MTA should consider placing barriers throughout the subway system. Additionally, they should consider creating a campaign to educate the public about safety issues.

Virtual Board Training Can you believe that our directors stayed at their own apartments last Saturday and had a successful board training session on Zoom?

Can you believe that we didn’t have to go away and charge this community for transportation, hotel rooms, meals, drinks, and other charges?

We are shareholders, not tenants!

Become involved in your building association!

Previously, statements were made so that directors could get away from this community at your expense.

However, were 1,000 cooperators struggling to pay their carrying charges at the last possible moment?

Were we receiving annual increases because of claims that we didn’t have a lot of money to run our operations? Absolutely!!! So, now, I want to thank our directors and our Legal team for making a great decision to have this training session on Zoom.

NYC Crime – Getting Out of Control ary 21, 2022 when that cop was killed in Harlem. Huncame out to express their anger and frustration with the horrible crimes that have been occurring in this city.

Let’s hope and pray that things will get better here.

Close Will we be safe if we walk out into the street while our head is buried in our phone? Can a bus or a truck kill us if we deliberately stand in the way while they’re making a turn? Do you think that someone can push us into an oncoming train if we stand at the edge of a subway platform? Absolutely!!! So, please consider these points.

Thank you.

Contact Information Please do not send a letter to me at this time. However, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@ riverbayboard.com.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me.

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

Thank you.

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African-American Association

Building 27 Association

Moving forward towards Black History Month

Black History Month is upon us Zoom Zoom

Be a card carrying member of the AAACC

The African-American Association was organized with the following objectives:

There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed.” –Woodrow T. Wilson.

––H. Overman

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Co-op Times Co-op City Times The African-American Association sponsors the following programs Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena SharpeHicks Save these dates:

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Co-op City Times / January 29, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Francine Reva Jones

Board Development Training The annual Board of Directors Development Training was held last Saturday. Every year, the Board of Directors reviews corporate and board documents as a reminder of our previous good knowledge

tinue serving my community in this manner. themselves in a professional manner, most cooperators were reluctant to vote. Some think that this was

Board members who joined us a few months ago. We also discussed ideas and strategies that would make to attorneys Nancy Durand and Jeff Buss for their leadership in providing this meaningful information.

Please be advised that the annual Riverbay Board of Directors elections takes place in May of each year. If you would like to become a member of the standing. I am proud to have served as a Board director for going on 13 years.

Once again, I am the chairperson for the 2022 Rivthis year’s Board race. Some of the responsibilities are: to attend all Board meetings, read all documents and mail, discuss and vote on Board resolutions, etc.

It is recommended that you also attend committee

Section 4 Partnership The Next Gathering of the S4P – Friday, February 18, at 7:00 p.m. safe travels as you go. Please remember, we are still in a pandemic. Take the necessary precautions to protect yourself, your loved ones and people around you. Wear a mask whenever you are in a group, whether you are vaccinated or not.

Building Associations and Committees We must all in every section and every building show up for our building asociations and committees. We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes show up. It is even more of a reason to attend because you do not even have to leave your home.

You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared community. Please think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved this coming year.

S4P Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures, that proactively embraces greatness, and promotes neighborhood interaction.

The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire, and mobilize our community in unity to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

50th Anniversary T-Shirts!

These shirts make a great gift, any time of the year. If you do not have one, make sure you get one, or two! Many buildings are celebrating 50 years of

have improved the voting process by placing large posters in the buildings, advertised online and by having candidates provide their personal testimonies online as well as voting online. It was believed that online voting would bring younger residents into the voting process. Also, more incentives were created by giving the highest percentage of voters in one ward as well as a reward to each unit owner. We also continued offering incentive prizes to residents via random drawings. The usual voting information was provided in the Co-op City Times and via mail in the monthly maintenance invoice envelope. Last year, we began making attempts to organize the building associations to work with us and we will make a am writing this message is to urge you to plan to vote

in this very important annual election.

Black History Month On Saturday, February 5, at 3:00 p.m., the AfricanAmerican Association will present its 25th Annual Ancestors. As you probably know, many of our leaders, entertainers and neighbors passed away last year.

We will commemorate them by revealing the contributions by many of them, such as, Sidney Poitier, DMX, Mary Wilson, Bishop Desmond Tutu, Bell Joyce Wilson, and others.

Please join us at 3:00 p.m. on February 5th for this amazing event. It will be a virtual event via Zoom.

The following is the Zoom information you will need: Zoom Zoom Passcode: 187413; New York telephone number: 1-646-558- 8656. I look forward to your attendance.

Please remember to continue wearing a mask or face covering in public places to protect you from Thank you for taking the time to read my viewpoint. I can be reached at FJones@riverbayboard. com.

Open Door Ministries “Move out of your Comfort Zone” Please go to circleofchristchurch.com for a schedule of services. rest as God prepares us for further growth. When we settle in a comfort zone, we turn it into a dead zone where complacency takes over and we cease make us fat and lazy and unable to decipher the will of God, we become like the culture and become useless for God. “The Lord had said to Abram, leave your native country, your relatives, and your father’s family, and go to the land that I will show you. I will make you into a great nation. I will bless you and make you famous, and you will be a blessing to others.”

–Genesis 12:1 “It was by faith that Abraham obeyed when God called him to leave home and go to another land that

country. We have 50th Anniversary t-shirts. The shirts are beautiful and on sale now with the Section 4 Partnership logo on the back. You will be proud to wear it. If you would like one or two, contact us by emailing: section4partnership@gmail.com or

out knowing where he was going.” – Move away from a comfortable living situation into a land I have chosen for you.

When we settle for what we have we run the risk of gaining nothing else.

Move away from the people you know to a people that I will create for you.

It is easy for us to become insular and self-focused; we keep people out for fear of rejection.

Move away from human authority that is limited to my authority which is unlimited.

We settle for people’s opinions and thoughts and push away from what God has in mind.

Move away from what you know to a place that I know is better for you.

Our comfort zones can be our dead zones. We gain nothing and learn nothing.

force for good.”

––Michelle Marbury

saturate other people’s lives.

When we follow God, blessings pursue us and people around us are also blessed.

We are shareholders, not tenants! Get involved! Join your building association!

“Abram believed the Lord, and he credited it to him as righteousness.” –Genesis 15:6 Abram believed the word of God without seeing the hand of God. Because of his belief that God instead he was asking for further information. God demonstrated that he could be faithful while waiting.

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Bartow

Fri., Feb. 4

Thurs., Feb. 3

Wed., Feb. 2

Tues., Feb. 1

Mon., Jan. 31

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Einstein

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

MENU

Dreiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Kosher

Line Dance w/Ellie, in person, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45.

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Bereavement w/Dorine 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.

Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387.

Zoom Smartphone & Tablet Class, 2-3 p.m.

Dial in #: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 889-6644-6693 Passcode: Bartow Arts with Laura 10 a.m.-12 p.m., via Zoom and phone. Must call or

email to register: 929-3991387.

NORC Aerobic Classes Every Fri., 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Mobile: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 986 8235 8691; Passcode: 849150

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Chair Yoga w/Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. Zoom, virtual only for Beef Meatballs Arthritis Exercise Class now. Dial-in: 1-646-876-9923 w/Marinara Sauce w/Damion, in-person, Rm. Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173 Spaghetti, Cali45, 11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Passcode: 855423 fornia Blend Vegs, Whole Wheat Health & Wellness Support Piano Class, in-person, 11 a.m.Group 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Virtual. 12 p.m.

Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Arts with Laura, 10 a.m.12 p.m. via Zoom and phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387.

Tai Chi for Arthritis w/Pofina Veresyuk 1 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45.

Health & Wellness w/Ann 10-11 a.m.

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m. Meeting ID: 992 Fried Chicken 3169 6108, Passcode: 503637; Dial-in: Cutlets, Toasted 1-929-205-6099; Virtual & in-person Egg Barley Computer Learning Zoom meeting w/ w/Mushroom Ralph, 6 p.m. Dial-in: 929-205-6609, and Onion, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554, virtual only.

Vegetable Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Tues.

Ratatouille, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Whole Wheat Digital Photography Class Bread, Fresh Fruit In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and Juice Tai-Chi, in-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm 2.

Stretch and Tone w/Ola Rm. 38, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

In-person.

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/ Gigi, 2nd Wed. of the month, 1-2 p.m. Conference call: 929-2991045, Passcode: 1386 Bingo, 1 p.m., Rm. 2, in-person, or join Zoom, Meeting ID: 828 4139 6474, Passcode: 194662 Dial-in number: 1-929-205-6099 Self Defense Class, in-person 2 p.m., Rm. 2.

Bodies in Motion w/Ola 11 a.m.-12 p.m., in-person Line Dance w/Cynthia Rm. 45, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Arthritis Exercise Class w/ Damion, every Thurs., 11 a.m.

-12 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 0021 6442, Passcode: 573762.

Computer Class w/Victor Room 40, 2-3 p.m., in-person.

ZUMBA w/Ola Rm. 45, 1-2 p.m.

Line Dance w/Cynthia Rm. 45, in-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Please call 718-320-2066 for an appointment.

– will resume in February 2022.

– 9-11 a.m. Zoom meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 920 9563 1147, Passcode: 024057.

– 11 a.m.-12 p.m., third Thurs. of every month. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105, Passcode: 170462.

Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage Mashed Potato Steamed Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Line Dancing w/Ellie 11 a.m.-12 Moroccan Salmon p.m., Dreiser Loop Senior Center, Brown Rice Rm. 2. Must wear mask and main- Green Bean Saute tain social distance during class.

Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit Spanish Class, in-person, and Juice 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Knitting & Crochet Rm. 2, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Art Class w/Dmitry 1:00 -3:00 p.m.

Meditative Moments (Meditation Class), 9-10 a.m., Rm. 2

Rosemary Chicken Potato Kugel Roasted Zucchini Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Non-Kosher Eggplant and Lentil Curry Bowtie Pasta Steamed Carrots

Jerk Chicken Rice and Beans Braised Collard Greens

Spanish Style Beef Stew Baked Red Potato Wedges Steamed Broccoli

Spanish Style Baked Chicken Cous Cous Italian Blend Vegetables

Coconut Breaded Tilapia Rice Pilaf Normandy Blend

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

*Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

– Fridays at the Einstein Senior Center, Rm. 38. Jan. 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25, March 4. To register, please people per day allowed.

– In-person at Dreiser Center, Rm. 7. Every Tues. for 8 weeks, 1-2 p.m. For registration, please contact: Julissa Reynoso, 646-9461252; Laura Brea, 646-982-8254, or Paola, 718-320-1345.

– Thurs, 6-7 p.m. Join Zoom meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

at Bartow Center, Rm. 31, Feb. 25, 1-3 p.m. Tickets will be available free of charge to this event at the Einstein Center, Rm. 45 on Jan. 31 or Feb. 14, 1-2 p.m.

to teach seniors between the hours of 1 and 3 p.m. Virtual or in-person.

. Pick-up starts at 9:30 a.m. and picks up at every 15-minute interval.

Pick-up is at Bartow on Asch Loop near the library.

Feb. 18, 6-8 p.m. Zoom link: TBA.

– Friday,

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop Hello, Retirees! Hopefully, everyone has been staying warm and cozy during the frigid days of January. We pray that each and everyone of you and your families are doing well.

General Meeting – Our next general meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, February 2, at 1:30 p.m. The ID, password, and telephone number to join in the Zoom meeting will be emailed to RODL members. Please hold the date and time on your calendars and plan to join in this meeting.

Trip Committee – The RODL Trip Committee is planning a day trip to the MGM Casino in Springclude three hours of casino play, lunch, and the show “Nine to Five.” The cost of tickets will be $129.00.

Proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for this trip. We need to know your interest in this MGM

Casino trip as soon as possible. Please call Serita at (347) 564-5722, or Virginia at (718) 671-4506, to have your name added to the list for this trip.

Newsletter Committee – We gratefully thank those who answered our call and contacted Hattie to volunteer for the Newsletter Committee. The names of the Newsletter Committee members will be announced at our general meeting on February 2.

Membership – We want to thank all the RODL members who have submitted their annual membership dues payments for the 2022 calendar year.

The collection of the 2022 dues is still ongoing.

Please make your check payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mail it to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 19, Bronx, NY 10475.

New members are always welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Joann at (718)

Goose Island Seniors Thanks to all who came with us to Wind Creek casino last week. The weather was nice, the streets were clear and we all had a good time.

Wind Creek Casino – March 3, Bethlehem, PA. Price: $40, bonus: $25 slot play. For reservation, you must pay $40, due by Feb. 23. All passengers must show proof of Covid vaccination. Buses will make our usual three stops leaving Einstein Loop at 8 a.m.; pick up at Asch Loop at 8:15 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 8:30 a.m. Call (718) 379-9613 or text Stephen at (347) 847-1941. Mask required on bus and in casino.

Washington, DC Easter Weekend – April 1517 with Yonna Lovell and People United to African American Museum. Also, June 19, Patti LaBelle at Mohegan Sun. For details, call (646) 579-1701.

50th Anniversary Party – Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Rd., Tuesday, June 7, 1 p.m. Members only. Price: $75. First 100 members with $40 deposit reservation only. Cocktail hour, Caribbean, Spanish, Italian and Southern Cuisine buffet, open bar, prizes and dancing with DJ Paul Roberts. Call 718-379-9613. Must show proof of vaccination.

Make checks to Goose Island Seniors.

50th Anniversary Trip – to Villa Roma Resort, Callicoon, NY, Thursday, June 9. All invited. Bus stopping at our three usual bus stops. Einstein Loop, 7:30 a.m., in front of pizza shop; Asch Loop, 7:45 a.m. next to library and Dreiser Loop, in front of hardware store. Coffee, luncheon, line-dancing, DooWop show, Bingo and day of fun, all for $92. Choice of entrées: Roast Loin of Pork, Chicken Parmigiana over Linguine or Flounder Francese all served with Chef’s Choice starch and vegetables. A $40 deposit, choice of entree and bus seat selection required when signing up. Must show proof of vaccination. For reservations, call 718-379-9613 or text 347-847-1941.

Make checks to Goose Island Seniors.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each, up to three cards. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Temperature taken at entrance.

Dues for 2022 – Members cannot join in any club room activities until dues are paid. Become a member: $20/yr.

To all members: Happy birthday to all members who celebrate in January: Toby Landau and February: Ida (Mitzi) Cleare, Zelma Usher, Maria Mendez, Aida E. Grant Lauren Frederick, Joyce Chaney, Lucila Correa, Yvonne Menefee and Aida Gonzales.

Sick and Shut-in – Sarah Arteaga, we are praying for you. George Vazquez, Vivian’s husband, is in a nursing home. Ella Thorne misses everyone and is waiting anxiously to return to Bingo. Mary Pilla (former Goose Island president), misses everyone and sends her love to all. Call (718) 753-1816.

Our club is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Section 5 Center, phone is (718) 379-9613. We are open. You may call Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 1 p.m.-6 p.m.; and Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m.-8 p.m., or call/text Stephen, (347) 847-1941.

Our email is goose.island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

710-9082 or Eleanor at (646) 234-2498.

Condolences – Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences are extended to Ronald Waller and his family on the recent loss of his daughter. Please keep Ronald and the Waller family in your thoughts and prayers. We continue to pray for all who have recently lost loved ones.

Sick and Shut In – To those who are sick and shut-in, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you brighter days ahead.

Happy Birthday – To all January Retiree birthday celebrants, best wishes to you on your special day and throughout the year.

We look forward to seeing and speaking with you at our next virtual meeting. Until then, please stay safe and stay well.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

AARP Chapter #4997 From the Desk of President Mickens It appears that each week, we of the Bronx are running into unspeakable tragedies in our neighborhood! So far this year, we have seen four police licensed handguns. This is a fact that is so prevalent in the country now that we must encourage I thought Covid-19 was the big issue facing New York today but it is not, our safety is the issue. If we see something, we must say something or we are all in jeopardy of similar circumstances.

Covid-19 is going down in New York State and that is great news. We are still not in a proper place with vaccinations/boosters and the younger people are most at risk. The schools are having to look for other options to all-day in-school classes due to illness. We do not want to go back to remote learning so the best way is to get our young citizens vaccinated! This helps them and the family members that they go home to and live with. Please think responsibly for all concerned.

The National organization is continuing to request support for all voting rights legislation that can be passed or enacted as soon as possible. There are of the citizens in this country to vote. We cannot let the work of John Lewis be undone! Voting is a right,

not something to be given to a chosen few! are still holding our general membership meetings

by Zoom. Watch this column for log-in details. We would like to thank Ms. Diane Cooper, founder of Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment, for a presentation on estate planning. Ms. Cooper does a monthly meeting on topics of interest to seniors, disabled and their caregivers.

Our current Executive Board is continuing to perform in their current positions with elections planned for the near future. Ms. Baker (registration), 718379-2088; Ms. Brown, 718-379-7962; Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370 (trips); Ms. Polite (nominations), 718-320-4278; and, of course, Mrs.Wilson, 718671-5493 (good and welfare). I can be reached at 917-385-5840 for any additional information on our organization.

We send our condolences to our Board member and friend, Ms. Stella Baker, on the passing of her long-time friend, Mr. Robert Clark, and prayers to the family.

I pray for a kinder and calmer week because this week was hard to write considering all the devastating occurrences that we have endured since Jan. 1.

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Co-op City Baptist Church

Traditional Synagogue

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service in person at 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 50 (lower level). Masks are required and temperatures will be taken. The 11:00 a.m. service is also available on Zoom using the following information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#.

The Free Call Conference dial-in number is 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065.

Adult Sunday School is held at 9:15 a.m. and is also available on the Free Conference line at 857-357-0254, Access Code: 660065#.

Young Teens Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m. and Junior Sunday School is held at 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study classes are held at 1:00 p.m. on the Zoom/Free Call Conference Line shown above.

Thursday Prayer Warriors is held at noon; you can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line: 857-357-0254, PIN: #660065.

Friday Prayer is held at 10:00 a.m.; you can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line.

Friday Evening Prayer Service is held at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join using the Free Conference Call.com line shown above.

The Scholarship Ministry is going to Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, and Black Hills of South Dakota on August 12 for 11 days and 10 nights and they are inviting you to travel with them. Price per person, based on double occupancy, is $1,225, which includes 18 meals, 10 breakfasts, eight dinners, and motorcoach transportation. You will have 10 nights lodging including four consecutive nights in South Dakota. There is currently a waitlist. You may contact Sister Claudette Cutlar Day at 718-379-0541 or Sister Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271 for additional information or to be placed on the waitlist.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Continue to wear your masks, practice social distancing and stay safe!

“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.

––Hattie L. Lucas

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

The requirement for wearing a mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services.

General Information Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B, it is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone number: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook page: Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. 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 Sat., Jan. 29, at 6:02 p.m.

Candle lighting for Fri., Feb. 4, at 4:57 p.m.

Good and Welfare – We sell tree certificates in 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 are 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 our member Saul Weber who will be celebrating his birthday in January. Please send me your name and I will add it 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

Newsong Church It Is Time To Get Back To Fellowship God created us to be relational because He is relational. As a Christian, our relaance in the life of Jesus. He had an intimate relationship with the Father (Luke 5:16), but also with other people (Mark 3:14-19, John 11). We see this modeled in the early church. “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, the breaking of bread and to prayer.” –Acts 2:42 NIV Where did this fellowship take place? Verse 46 tells us, “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” –Acts 2:46 NIV Notice that they had a large gathering and a small gathering, both of them are vital to the Christian. We need the large corporate worship service, but we also need the small intimate gathering where we live life together. It is time to get back to fellowship! Take your next step with us!

About Us – Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City!

We love God, we love people, and we love demonstrating that love through serving others! No matter what you have 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 are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience – Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. Colossians 3:16 says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” That is our goal every Sunday! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 45.

Newsong Deaf Church – That is right. We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community! The singing, the message and the fellowship is all in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God in your own language! Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 38.

Kidsong – Kids are important to us so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe and age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 49.

Against The Flow – A.T.F. 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 A.T.F., our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. A.T.F. meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Rm. 49.

For more information about Newsong Church: 8385, Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org, YouTube: Newsong Church NYC, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @NewsongBX ––Pastor Mike Tolone

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd. We invite everyone to join in services online on the following days: Sundays worship service is from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Prayer and fasting service held every Wednesday morning, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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

Friday evening worship service will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Call-in: 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Focus Thought: The Power of Unity “1. And the whole earth was of one language, and of one speech.

“2. And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar; and they dwelt there.

“3. And they said one to another, Go to, let us make brick, and burn them thoroughly. And they said, Go to, let us build us a city and a tower, whose top may reach unto heaven; and they had brick for stone, and slime for mortar.

“4. And they said, Go to, let us build us a city and a tower whose top may reach unto the heaven; and let us make us a name, lest we be scattered abroad upon the face of the whole earth.

“5. And the Lord came down to see the city and the tower, which the children of men builded.

“6. And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they all have one language and this they began to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagine to do.” –Genesis 11: 1-6 “When we all pull together” There is something spiritually nourishing about unity. Working together with godly unity produces a keen sense of satisfaction and effective productivity skyrockets. We can accomplish so much more through the synergy of cooperative unity than we could ever hope to achieve alone.

The power of unity is incredible, but the lesson to be learned from our study possess unity; we must have godly unity – joined together with those who are like-minded to do the holy will of God. Like Babel, ungodly unity always produces disharmony and confusion. Godly unity, on the other hand, produces harmony, like the unison of the joined, harmonic voices of a choir or the blending of the harmonized instruments of a symphony.

“United In Purpose” Although pride is the wrong motivator, it does motivate. Over the centuries, evil people have been able to accomplish much only because their common pride united them in evil purpose. It seems that God would thwart all the evil purposes of mankind, but there are some fundamental principles involved that cause God to restrain Himself from prematurely intercepting evil. Just as the law of gravity works for both the godly and the godless, principles of industry work for anyone regardless of their purpose.

For further information, call 718-324-0334.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

Protect yourself and others from COVID-19 and Flu viruses. Speak to your doctor and get vaccinated!

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If you witness anyone depositing or distributing advertising material on Co-op City’s property, please call Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Be prepared to give the location and description of the person(s) leaving the material.

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Church of the New Vision

Located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at noon. You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Fundraising Cake Sale – The Episcopal Church Women of St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church is having a Cake Sale on Saturday, March 26, starting at noon. Please come down and join us for this event. Buy and take home some of our delicious baked goodies!!

Grace and Peace!

––M. Chambers

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We give thanks to God the Father for his abundant mercy towards us as his people through Jesus Christ the very demonstration of God’s love towards humanity. (John 3:16) As we celebrate Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards humanity (John 3:16), let us continue to be thankful and grateful for the blessings we have received. May you and your family have a happy and healthy new year.

The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us.

Our verse for 2022 is: (Isaiah 54:17) “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.”

There is one service at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Masks are required and temperatures will be taken. Welcome back. Services can also be viewed on YouTube after 1:00 p.m.

Our Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible study starts at 7:00 p.m. on our Conference Line Number: (646) 769-9909, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

Sun., Jan. 23, Worship Service Theme: “Our Most Important Appointment.”

Scripture: willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

Wherefore we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.” –2 Corinthians 5:7-10 Church of the New Vision extends our deepest sympathies and prayers to the grieving families. May God grant you the strength, comfort and peace during

Iglesia Evangelica MU de Co-op City Co-op City United Methodist Church Open Doors, Open Hearts And Open Minds

“If you say, ‘the Lord is my refuge,’ and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For He will command His angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways.”

–Psalm 91:9-1.1 offer a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation. All are welcome! We are changing with the times and now offer online service.

We are located at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30 (entrance on Boller Ave.). Parking is available on Palmer Ave. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sánchez-Orta. For more information about our services, please contact our administrative secretary, Marta Medina, by phone, 917-740-0256, or by email, coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com.

Remote Schedule for Sundays. Come and receive a blessing. We would love for you to join us on Sundays. We are currently sharing our services online through our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UMCofCoopCity/. We are also holding services via Zoom. For more information, visit our website at www.coopcityumc.com.

If you would like to join our Worship Service through Zoom, please use the following information to log in: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9044685745, or by phone: 1-929-436-2866, 904-468-5745# US (New York), using the following Meeting ID: 904 468 5745.

Food Pantry: The food pantry distribution center at our church serves Section 5. Ongoing registration and distribution of food are on Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Those registering must present one of the following government-issued up-to-date ID’s showing a 10475 zip code: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. Anyone 18+ of age can register. Only one participant per household may register. Blessings.

––Marta Medina

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Some schools are open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Everyone needs to share the road safely.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages.

Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving – these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the townhouse areas, in or around buildings or garages, notify the authorities. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. Your or issuing summonses and community complaints for quality of life violations.

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc If you SEE something, SAY something!

We thank you for your contributions, (Malachi 3:10). Our mailing address is: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God be with you all. Amen.

––Brenda Brown

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