Co-op City Times 2/2/19

Vol. 54 No. 5

Riverbay Board Votes To Remove Director For Violating Fiduciary Duties

The Riverbay Board voted 8-4 with three abstentions on Wednesday night, January 30, to remove Director Junius Williams from the Riverbay Board of Directors.

The vote was conducted in open session. The meeting was held by the Board to hear Director Williams’ response to several charges of malfeasance brought against him for violating HCR Regulation 9 NYCRR 1725-2.4, Article III, Sections 3 (c) and 3 (h) of the Riverbay Corporation By-Laws, Resolution 224 of 1977, and his fiduciary and administrative duties to the corporation.

Specifically, Director Williams was charged with: • Requesting and obtaining the confidential resident ledger and ten (10) year payment history of a shareholder and a fellow Board member; • Failing to follow established corporate resolutions and procedures for requesting said confidential corporate information; • Allowing said confidential information to be publicly disclosed; • Failing to strictly safeguard said confidential information; and • Exposing a Riverbay employee to disciplinary action.

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk opened the hearing with brief remarks on the purpose of the proceeding.

“This is an unfortunate situation, not pleasing to any of us on the Board, but it is necessary,” she said.

“However, as part of our fiduciary responsibility to the corporation and you, the shareholders, we cannot ignore any situation that jeopardizes the corporation or you.”

Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss oversaw the hearing, noting: “In the history I am aware of, this Corporation conducted a similar proceeding in

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Public Advocate Candidates’ Forum In Co-op City, Feb. 17

Protecting Shareholders Personal Information Saturday, February 2, 2019

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(The following is the summaimportant information on each of tion I gave at the Wednesday, President’s Message us. Since the revamping of the January 30, hearing of Junius Board and new Management, we Williams.) have done an excellent job in proPresident It is my firm belief that we are tecting personal information and elected to the Board of Directors there has been no reporting of to protect Riverbay Corporation and breached data except for this case by a every shareholder. Abuse of power and Riverbay Board director. That is a credit personal, inappropriate actions by Board to the way we are doing business now directors should never be permitted or and it is necessary to continue that procondoned. If a Board director can have tection. their personal and confidential informaBoard directors have legal access to tion breached, how do we look shareall corporation documents. As the top of holders in the eye and assure them that the corporation, it is imperative that we their personal and confidential informaas directors perform our duties ethically, tion is safe? responsibly and legally. This time, it In a time when each of us must be concerned was a Board director, the president, whose perabout identity theft, it is even more imperative sonal information was breached. If we do not that Riverbay Corporation be vigilant about protake a zero tolerance for breach of information, tecting the privacy of each shareholder. Riverbay tomorrow it could be any other shareholder.

Corporation is the custodian of very valuable and Tomorrow, it could be (Continued on page 4)

Linda Berk

Arby’s Now Open In Bartow Mall

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A second Candidates’ Forum has been scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 17, in room 31 of the Bartow Center for Co-op City shareholders to hear from the candidates seeking their vote for the office of New York City Public Advocate.

The special election for the office of New York City Public Advocate will take place on Tuesday, February 26. Polling sites will open from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.

You may register to vote, update your existing registration, check your registration status and find your polling site by visiting www.voting.nyc.com, or by calling 3-1-1. You may also register to vote by mailing a completed registration form to the Bronx Board of Elections, 1780 Grand Concourse, 5th Fl., Bronx, NY 10457, or in person at a Board of Elections office by February 16. Online registration closed yesterday, February 1.

This Candidates’ Forum/Meet & Greet is being

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Arby’s in the Bartow Mall was under construction for the better part of 2018, but as of last Sunday, January 27, they are finally open to customers. “We’ve had a great turn around,” owner Akbar Durrani said. “Opening week has exceeded expectations.” After being delayed because of technical issues that were being worked out with the city, Arby’s is now open seven days a week. Customers might also recognize familiar faces behind the counter because the entire staff is from Co-op City, according to Mr. Durrani. Monday through Saturday, Arby’s will be open from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m., and on Sundays they will open at 11 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Looking ahead to the coming weeks, Mr. Durrani plans to expand the hours during weekdays to accommodate breakfast menu options. Arby’s can be found right across from Rite-Aid in the Bartow Mall.

co-sponsored by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, the African American Association and the Co-op City Working Families Party, and all of the candidates who have so far qualified for the race have been invited to participate. Arrangements are being finalized and once a time has been set, it will be announced to the community.

Initially, more than 20 candidates were running for this office, however, on Tuesday, Jan. 29, the Board of Elections held the final hearing on ballot petition challenges and appeals and then finalized 17 candidates to appear on the Feb. 26 ballot.

The official candidates running for Public Advocate are former City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Assemblymember Michael Blake, attorney Dawn Smalls, City Council Member (Continued on page 4)

Fire at Building 29B

Photo by Brandon Ortiz

One woman was hospitalized due to a fire that took place on Friday, February 1, in Building 29B. Local fire fighters and police rushed to the scene to respond to the flames on the 22nd floor of the building. The cause of the Photo by Toriea McCauseland fire is still under investigation.

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Board Meeting

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1994. Then, as now, the same By-law provisions were in place and then, as now, the director in question asked for an open meeting so they can be heard by the shareholders and by the Board.”

Mr. Buss continued: “…The purpose is to be completely open and fair and honest and no determinations have actually been made on whether or not Director Williams’ conduct warrants his removal from the Board.”

Mr. Buss then went over with the audience three hand-outs which were distributed to the audience so they would have a solid background of what led to the night’s proceedings. The first was a December 3, 2018 letter sent to Director Williams advising him of a public meeting to be held on December 19, 2018 to vote on his possible removal from the Board and laying out the allegations made against him.

The December 3, 2018 letter also gave a timeline of several meetings previously held by the Board to deliberate on the charges brought against Director Williams and their respective outcomes. During his discussion, Mr. Buss told the audience that the hearing had been adjourned twice prior to Wednesday night.

He also stressed that “there is no finding that Director Williams did anything wrong or that he should be removed,” but that the proceeding was the third part of a three-step process outlined in the Riverbay By-laws regarding the removal of Board directors.

Following the Dec. 3, 2018 letter, Mr. Buss read the Motion for Initiation of Proceedings to the audience, laying out for the audience the proper procedure for a Board member to request information.

Mr. Buss stated: “Requests for information should be made to the president, who then relays it to the general manager. In this instance, Director Williams made the request directly to a paralegal in the Legal department without going to her supervisor, the Board of Directors or Management. He also did not notify any of those entities that he had requested this information from the paralegal.”

Mr. Buss then asked Director Williams if he had a statement or anything he would like to say.

Taking the floor, Director Williams asked for clarification of the format of the proceeding. Mr. Buss replied that since it was a Board meeting, each Board member can comment following Director William’s testimony, further pointing out that the exact procedure is set forth in the Bylaws which were adopted by the shareholders and approved by the State.

During his testimony, Director Williams made note of the fact that he was the one “who chose to bring this hearing before the people…”

After going through his concerns about the advertisement of the hearing, Director Williams said: “The whistleblower asked me one day how I felt about a Board member’s late and legal fees on their carrying charges being waived. I told her it wasn’t right. The next time I saw her, she said, she did it again…The next time I saw her, she said, ‘she did it again.’

Director Williams did not identify the “whistleblower,” nor did he state when these conversations took place. He also offered no evidence that the alleged statements by the “whistleblower” were true.

“This went on for a few times and I suggested she try to tell someone higher up,” said Director Williams. “She was reluctant to do so and in hindsight, she was correct. One day I went back to the office and was handed the president’s ledger. Keep in mind, I had the ledger for almost two years.”

Director Williams went on to identify certain sections and clauses in the corporation’s By-laws that he felt were important to note – Article III Section 3 (g) and (i). “After hearing the facts, how can any Board member in good conscience and good faith vote to remove me from this Board?” he asked.

Following Director Williams’ statement, Mr. Buss then asked each Board director if they wanted to make a statement or comment. Several of the members expressed frustration because they did not feel that Director Williams gave specific responses to each of the charges made against him and pressed him to answer.

Director Mary Pearson said, “I’m not hearing any addressing what the charges are…Did you ask the person … to give you the letter? That is the question?”

Mr. Buss then made it known that “the employee we are talking about is present and has indicated that they would like to make a statement..” to which Director Williams replied: “Well, wait, I object to that because we have an employee that’s been dismissed from the corporation and now you’re bringing her up here for what?”

Director Pearson answered, “She’s a shareholder…”

Questioning continued and eventually, when pressed, Director Williams said that “the employee who was fired” gave him the financial information about a fellow shareholder.

The next director to address Director Williams was Cheryl Jenkins who also felt that Director Williams did not answer the charges he was facing. Director Williams replied that everyone had received his answers so the Board should go ahead and vote. Ms. Jenkins asked him to repeat his answers and he refused saying, “I’m not going to do anything because I feel uncomfortable about this whole situation…”

To move the hearing along, Mr. Buss refocused the discussion to the question before Director Williams, “…We are talking about something that happened in 2017 so the question is did you request that information from an employee on May 1, 2017?” Director Williams responded, “No.” Director Sonia Feliciano asked for clarity on Section 3 (c) of the corporation’s By-laws and then asked a question about unlawful dissemination of confidential information and intent. Mr. Buss replied that directors of a business corporation have “an absolute right to see any and all corporate information. They have a corresponding and equal obligation of confidentiality, it’s one of your fiduciary duties as a director and we’ve gone through this a couple of times in your trainings…But just because you might have a reason to ask for it, it doesn’t mean that you can do anything that you want to with that information. You are supposed to use it only for proper corporate purposes.” Mr. Buss went on to once again

describe the proper procedure for directors to request information. Before yielding her time, Director Feliciano asked if it was possible for the Board to hear from the former employee.

Director Leslie Peterson expressed concerns about the format of the hearing being changed, followed by her opinion on how people handle confidential information differently. “…As a person, if somebody comes to me and they tell me a whole lot of things about this and that, I’m a person who reads, so you have to give me something in writing,” said Director Peterson. “If I say listen, you can tell me X, Y and Z, but I need to see it in writing and then I come in and you give me something, did I directly ask you for it? I think not. So I think there’s a lot of gray area here, in my opinion, and that’s a decision that every Board member will have to make for themselves.”

Director Andrea Leslie pressed the issue of how one copy of a confidential document was disseminated to multiple individuals. “What I need to know if how this one document got to all these other people?”

Addressing Director Williams, Director Claudia Sampson said, “We are all adults and we know that something wrong was done and you have yet to answer the question. So cut to the chase – either you answer us or we will draw our own conclusions…”

First Vice President Bernard Cylich said: “When a Board member receives confidential information…They are required to surrender it to the proper authorities, not to disseminate it and that’s what happened…what choice do we have with this Board director tonight? You can censure, if we condone this illegality, then what you are saying to the community is nobody is safe…and we could be subject – the Riverbay Corporation – could be subject to lawsuits by anyone who feels that their confidential documents that they submit to the corporation is not safe. So we have no choice. We have to take action to tell the community that we don’t take this action lightly…”

The next person to speak was Riverbay Board President Berk. First, she briefly addressed the issue of her confidential financial ledger being disseminated publicly. She then read her statement making note that “breach of personal information is a serious matter that we as directors of a corporation are legally bound to protect. We cannot make excuses for any director who makes a bad judgement call with the responsibility they have been given. That would be unacceptable and a dereliction of duty. It is an unpleasant decision to remove a director from the Board, but as well as we all know, there are consequences to our actions.”

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Co-op City Times 2 n d In Memoriam— Bernice Thompson

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Black History Month Black Film Festival The African-American Association of Co-op City will host its 22nd Annual Black History Month Black Film Festival remembering Broadcast Journalist Gil Noble, today, Saturday, Feb. 2, in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

Chris Noble, son of Gil Noble will be on-hand to present his father’s work. Festivities will begin at noon with “War Room” followed by guest speaker, activist Professor Basir Mchawi. The event will conclude with Tariq Nasheed’s film “Hidden Colors 4 - The Religion of White Supremacy.” Admission is free and light refreshments will be served.

NAACP’s Black History Month Celebration National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Co-op City Branch celebrates Black Migrations on Saturday, February 9, at 3 p.m. Church of New Vision will host this event in 115 Einstein Loop North. The keynote speaker is NYS Senator Jamaal Bailey.

This event is cultural and educational and features art displays and creative performances by CONV Next Level of Praise Rag & Dance Ministry and the Mind Builders Creative Dancers. It is open to community at large. Admission is FREE.

New Room For Bereavement Support Group The JASA Bereavement Support Group, facilitated by Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., has resumed meeting on Mondays, 1-3 p.m. in room 8 of the Dreiser Center. For further information, you may contact Dr. Smith at (917) 734-4058.

Bundle up on these cold, wintery days!

Sunrise: June 30, 1934 Sunset: January 23, 2019

Bernice Elizabeth Thompson was born on June 30, 1934 in Danville, Virginia and made her transition on January 23, 2019 at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City. She was the daughter of the late China Thompson and Jennie Crews Thompson. As the middle child between a brother, Evans, who was 4 years older, and a sister, Beatrice, who was only 18 months younger, Bernice never sought the limelight.

Her father, China, died when she was only 9 years old and Bernice said that she still went to the side of the road every day and waited for him to come home and bring her a dime. One day, she found a dime lying on the ground and believed that her daddy must have thrown it down from heaven.

After her father’s death, Bernice and her siblings started working to help their mother. They held jobs as sharecroppers and domestics while attending school.

Following her graduation from John M. Langston High School in 1952, Bernice and her sister, Beatrice, used the money Bernice Elizabeth they earned as domestics to en- Thompson roll at Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia.

Sadly, they couldn’t afford the full tuition and had to leave school after only one year.

This is when Bernice and Beatrice set out on different paths. Beatrice went back to Danville and Bernice headed for the Big Apple to work as a live-in nanny.

Always striving to better her life, Bernice moved on to work at a sewing factory making garments from patterns, a skill she learned from her mother. She said that every Friday, it seemed that they always gave someone a “pink slip,” so Bernice decided that she could do better and sought other opportunities.

On February 12, 1962, Bernice gave birth to her only child, Angela. With little support and a low paying job, Bernice decided that the best life she could offer her daughter would be one in Danville, VA with her mother, Jennie, and stepfather, George Ingram, and a large extended family of great aunts, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Since she now had to send money home to support her baby daughter, Bernice applied at Manufacturers Hanover Trust Bank. But when she got to the interview, the Human Resources rep told her that they had filled the position she was applying for. The only opening they had was for a file clerk. Bernice said “Give me that;” a statement that would change the direction and quality of her life.

She went on to work for Manufacturers Hanover Trust Bank as an Administrative Assistant for 30 years. While there, she followed some sound investment advice from a supervisor and was eventually able to accept a buy out and retired early with health insurance, a pension and investments at age 59.

Bernice spent the next twenty-five years helping to raise her twin granddaughters, Kendel and Kristen. She loved bringing them to Community Protestant Church every Sunday, involving them in various organizations and activities.

She enjoyed volunteering as a tax preparer for seniors and often served as a poll worker on election day. She also fulfilled her dream of traveling the world. Taking trips with her cousin, Aquilla, her sister, daughter, grand daughters and friends, she visited New Orleans, Disney World, the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa and cruised through several Caribbean islands. When she was at home in Co-op City, you could often find her having lunch and line dancing with other retirees in the Co-op City community center.

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Assemblyman Benedetto Honors Co-op City Leaders During Black History Celebration

Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto is sponsoring Black History Month Celebration to be held in Co-op City on Feb. 20 at which two Co-op City leaders will be recognized for their contributions to the vitality of the community – Linda Collins, president of the Building 9 association and Joyce Howard, of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), Co-op City Branch.

U.S. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries will be the Guest of Honor.

The celebration will be held in room 45 of the Einstein Center from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free, however, only 250 will be accommodated so call today to reserve a seat, (718) 320-2220. Admission is free.

Attendees will enjoy a buffet lunch, entertainment, music and dancing. U.S. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries will be the guest of honor.

This event is co-sponsored by the Riverbay Fund.

Reservations for the event are required since seating is very limited. No one will be admitted without a reservation.

New York Yankees Community Council Youth Leadership Award

The New York Yankees Community Council will provide a $750.00 stipend to five deserving students nominated by Bronx Community Board #10 for their Youth Leadership Award. Applicants must have performed 50 hours of leadership/volunteer work as a tutor, mentor, community unity developer, and/or as an advocate against violence or substance abuse in their community. Bronx Community Board 10 is seeking high school seniors who reside in the Bronx Community Board #10 service area, who meet the service requirements above.

Applicants should complete and submit an application with a resumé (name, address, education, volunteer work/extracurricular activities, awards, employment, etc.) to Bronx Community Board #10, via mail, e-mail or hand delivery, which must be received at the Board Office by Wednesday, February 20th at 5 p.m. (Email: bx10@cb. nyc.gov. Address: Bronx Community Board #10, 3165 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461). An application form can be requested by contacting the Board Office at 718-892-1161, and is available on the website, www.nyc.gov/ bronxcb10, under Announcements.

Stunning Scene

A beautiful double rainbow graced the skies over Co-op City on January 24.

Photo by Elijah Bernard

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President’s Report

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you! This Board has agreed by their action Wednesday evening that this will not happen on our watch!

Breach of personal information is a serious matter that we as directors and the corporation, are legally bound to protect. We cannot make excuses for any director who makes a bad judgement call with the responsibility they have been given. To do so would be unacceptable and a dereliction of duty. It is an unpleasant decision to remove a director from the Board, but as we all know, there are consequences to our actions. I ran to be on this Board of Directors to do my part to ensure we were above reproach, ethical and transparent. Anything else is unacceptable.

We, the shareholders, expect directors to protect the corporation and every shareholder. We do not expect directors to break By-Laws, HCR Regs. and/or resolutions. To do so is wrong and illegal. Our privacy is our right and should be duly guarded. On this, I believe I speak for all shareholders.

On Wednesday evening, January 30, 2019, this Board made a point to assure you, the shareholder, we will not tolerate anything less than honesty and integrity to protect all shareholder information. It is an oath we took and an oath we will honor, even if it’s the difficult task of removing a fellow Board director.

Public Advocates

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Eric Ulrich, City Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, Assemblymember Daniel O’Donnell, Assemblymember Ron Kim, City Council Member Jumaane Williams, City Council Member Rafael Espinal, activist Benjamin Yee, attorney Manny Alicandro, activist Nomiki Konst, Columbia history professor David Eisenbach, former City Council candidate Helal Sheikh, community activist Anthony Herbert, attorney Jared Rich and Assemblymember Latrice Walker.

Although Assemblymember Walker’s name will be on the ballot, she announced that she is withdrawing from the race after she did not qualify for matching public funds and therefore does not believe her campaign would remain a viable one.

However, her name will still appear on the ballot since she did not file a declination form by the January 16 deadline.

The other candidates were eliminated for failing to collect the required number of signatures on their petitions or for other technical errors that invalidated their petitions.

Of the 17 candidates whose names will appear on the Feb. 26 ballot, ten qualified for the first Campaign Finance Board debate on Feb. 6 which will be televised on NY1 (check local listings). The ten candidates who qualified met the criteria among which are participating in the matching funds programs and raising and spending $56,938 by Jan. 21. These ten candidates are former City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Assemblymember Michael Blake, attorney Dawn Smalls, City Council Member Jumaane Williams, Assemblymember Ron Kim, City Council Member Rafael Espinal, City Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez, City Council Member Eric Ulrich, Assemblymember Daniel O’Donnell and activist Nomiki Konst.

A second televised debate is scheduled for Feb. 20.

The NYC Public Advocate is the second highest ranking elected official in the city and successor to the mayor if a vacancy occurs at City Hall. The public advocate resolves complaints from the public about city agencies and services recommends how the city can best serve New Yorkers and promotes public access to information. The Public Advocate also introduces bills in the New York City Council although s/he is not allowed to vote in City Council proceedings.

On January 7, the Co-op City Democratic Club held the first Candidates’ Forum in Co-op City for the perspective candidates running for the office of NYC Public Advocate. Many of the candidates who participated then have qualified to be on the official ballot. The upcoming Feb. 17 Candidates’ Forum sponsored by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, the African American Association and the Working Families Party of Co-op City will be shareholders’ second opportunity to meet with the candidates seeking their vote in this race.

Shareholders are encouraged to keep reading the articles of the community’s certified political clubs in the Co-op City Times for information on this very important race and to make every effort to go to the polls on Tuesday, February 26, and cast their vote for the candidate of their choice. Remember also to tune in to NY1 on Feb. 6 and Feb. 20 for the televised debates.

Committee Report

Residential Sales Committee Francine R. Jones, chairperson Kevin Lambright, co-chair Meeting date: December 6, 2018

Attendance: Francine Jones, Kevin Lambright, Sheena McNeill, Residential Sales Director; Riverbay Attorney James Lee, Esq.; and seven (7) committee members.

1. Minutes from last meeting The minutes from the October 18, 2018 were read and accepted.

2. Mission Statement – The committee discussed the short-term goals: • Improve the information the community has regarding vacating and equity returns.

The Sales director stated that the cooperator who moves out pays for no more than 90 days of carrying charges following their notification to move out. When the new cooperator takes possession that is when the equity is returned to the old cooperator. An applicant has up to 30 days to respond when notified that an apartment is available. The applicant is shown two apartments.

After an apartment is selected, notice is sent to the NY State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) for approval, which takes 21-27 days. A committee member stated that it took almost two years before Riverbay returned her equity after she transferred. Committee members thought that perhaps the equity could be refunded sooner. The chair will inquire and we can discuss this further at our next meeting.

• Submit a resolution to investigate and eliminate sublets.

Resolution 18-36 was presented at the November 20, 2018 Board Business Meeting and, after discussion with Management, the Resolution was withdrawn because it was determined that Management was doing an adequate job of eliminating sublets. They use outside firms to investigate and presently have about 20 holdover cases.

• The Sales Committee recommended that the Board president remind Management to report their Downsizing Plan at the next Board meeting so that it may be reviewed and sent to HCR for implementation as soon as possible. At the November 20, 2018 Board Business Meeting, the Executive General Manager indicated that they would address this matter in January 2019.

(This is being dealt with.)

3. Residential Sales Update – Sheena McNeill, director The Sales Director reported the following as of November 2018: A. Move-Ins totaled: 13 B. Move-Outs totaled: 32 C. Transfers totaled: 5 D. Applicants on waiting list totaled: 5,796 E. Applicants on Transfer waiting list totaled: 111 F. Available Units totaled: 157 G. Vacant Units totaled: 288 4. The Mitchell-Lama Affordable Housing Program – Attorney James Lee, Esq. Attorney James Lee presented a screen presentation of the importance of the Mitchell-Lama Program to the shareholders of our community. He discussed affordability and compared it to apartments going for market rates.

The Sales Dept. endeavors to maintain full occupancy in Co-op City, which is regulated by HCR. Lee also spoke about the new type of hybrid housing programs being created throughout NYC where there is a combination of luxury and affordable apartments in the same building.

5. Whistleblower Program – Attorney James Lee, Esq. In January of 2018, the Board passed a Whistleblower Policy in order to assist Co-op City in learning about and preventing illegal, dishonest or discriminatory conduct. It includes, but is not limited to, provisions for employees, residents and vendors to make anonymous complaints both to an independent 1-800 phone number and to an online web page and that the policy should be prominently posted and distributed annually. Many cooperators desire to rid the community of residents living in Co-op City illegally. Some shareholders have found a way to move out of Co-op City, sublet their apartments to and collect rent. These actions are illegal. It allows people to live here without being screened and is unfair to the applicants on the waiting list. If a cooperator wishes to be an anonymous Whistleblower, your identity is not required.

Subletting impair the quality of life in Co-op City. Subletters circumvent the background check and cannot vote in the annual elections. Cooperators are encouraged to report subletters so that the Security Dept. may have them removed. The Sales Dept. has more than 5,000 people on their waiting list and we don’t need subletters living among us. Management has been working diligently to rid the community of these subletters.

6. Items for next agenda.

Returning Shareholders’ Equity Sooner New Cooperator Orientation Meetings 7. Announcements.

• Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Gala, 12/10/18, 6 p.m., Marina del Rey. • Christmas Caroling on a Float, 12/21/18, 5 p.m., Building 21B • Kwanzaa Celebration, 12/29/18, 3 p.m., Bartow Center, room 31.

8. Next meeting – January 17, 2019, 6:30 p.m. in the Boardroom.

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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• authors. or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

– •the– authenticity • – • – of•– – • Anonymous – – • –L•etters – •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 A Note of Thanks

To the Editor: I would like to thank three wonderful people who helped me tremendously on Monday, January 14, when the basement of Building 27 was flooded due to a broken pipe and all the elevators stopped working.

I had been to the eye doctor that day and having drops to dilate my eyes, I couldn’t see very well. I tried climbing up the stairs, but Officer Reyes of the Co-op City Public

Safety Department was most helpful in escorting me to my friend Mary Pilla’s apartment in a neighboring building instead, where I remained for about two hours.

Hoping the problem had been fixed, I called my neighbor, Board Director Mary Pearson, who drove over to get me and accompanied me safely home to my apartment.

Again, my heartfelt thanks to Officer Reyes and my friends.

—Miriam Lunenfeld

Did Shareholders Get Taken For A Ride Again?

To the Editor: The shareholders of Co-op City in multiple meetings said “no” to the animal shelter, but the mayor said “yes” and so we get no respect. City politicians said if you agree to the animal shelter, you will get the northbound exit to the Hutchinson River Parkway. This was promised to us in the late 60’s.

The I-95 Mobility Improvement plan appears to have included the northbound exit to the Hutchinson River Parkway. The exit’s main goal was to get cars into Bay Plaza Mall, and a secondary goal was to provide a northbound exit into Co-op City at a place called Killer Curve which was engineered in the 1960’s for this exit.

However, what Co-op City needs is the part of the original plan that called for access from an entrance to the Hutchinson River Parkway that is a southbound entrance off Bartow Avenue. Such an entrance to the Hutchinson River Parkway would allow direct access for those leaving the Bay Plaza Mall on to the following: a. The southbound Hutchinson River Parkway

b. Via Exit 3S, to provide access to the southbound I95 and the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway c. It would remove the need to enter Section 5 to access the southbound I-95 and the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway.

This would give the residents of Co-op City the ability to directly access the Hutchinson River Parkway without going via Pelham Parkway west, or going via Gun Hill Road.

The last piece of the puzzle is that the I-95 Mobility Improvement plan needs to be expanded to handle the southbound I-95, that is, start the fourth lane at Gun Hill Road instead of Pelham Parkway. We could also use a traffic light where Gun Hill Road and the Hutchinson River Parkway Exit 3S meet prior to entering I-95 southbound.

This would remove the bottleneck on the Hutchinson River Parkway that currently exist.

As a community, we need to put pressure on our elected representatives to deliver what was promised to Co-op City in the 60’s.

—Bruce Gitelson

Dreiser Carrying Charge Box Relocated

RIVERBAY ANONYMOUS WHISTLEBLOWER HOTLINE

The drop box for carrying charge payments in the Dreiser Center used to be inside the vestibule just before you entered the maintenance office. This vestibule’s outside door was often times locked during overnight hours to ensure employees’ safety.

Maintenance was able to relocate this box to an outside wall in the vestibule so that it can remain open 24 x 7 (during the first 10 days of the month) for cooperators to safely and conveniently pay carrying charges.

We thank Board Director Daryl Johnson for the suggestion to relocate the carrying charge box.

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods:

Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 20 Building 20

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

Building 20 120 Asch Loop 100 Asch Loop

April 30, 2019

April 30, 2022

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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 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 and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

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Public Safety Report

Cooperators Are Reminded To Keep The NOISE Down For Super Bowl Weekend

This Sunday February 3, 2019 is the historic 53rd Super Bowl being played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. This year we will watch the New England Patriots take on the Los Angeles Rams.

Regardless of which team you are rooting for or if you just plan to enjoy the halftime show featuring Maroon 5 and the commercials, it is very important that you keep noise to a minimum while in Co-op City.

On a day like Super Bowl Sunday it is expected that there will be some level of cheering as each touchdown is scored. It is important to remember to be considerate of your neighbors, especially as it gets later in the evening.

Remember Super Bowl Sunday is followed by return to work Monday. Please respect your neighbors this day and every day.

Although in this article we are speaking mostly about noise and other quality of life violations, it is a good time to be reminded of other times that it may be even more important to notify Public Safety, The New York City Police Department or another agency.

“If you see something, say something” is a series of public service announcements put in place by the New York City Police Department. The New York City Police Department reports that every year almost 2,000 people do just that. Several years ago a Times Square vendor notified officials when he saw a car smoking and averted a major tragedy. That criminal has been sentenced to life in prison with no outside contact. Here in Co-op City calls from cooperators have always been instrumental in our success in fighting crime and maintaining a high quality of life.

In the United States as a whole with New York City being the most high profile city, terrorism alertness should always be a consideration. It is very important for all citizens to remain vigilant for the possibility of terrorism wherever they go. New York City emphasizes calling if you see something suspicious, mostly unattended packages in a transportation facility. This is important but it is also important to remain observant wherever you go at all times for all types of violations. As cooperators your observations are instrumental in helping Public Safety fight crime in the community.

Many of the serious arrests made in Co-op City begin with a telephone call from an observant cooperator. Many auto crime arrests are made because a cooperator calls in a suspicious person in the garage. Active involvement by residents allows auto crime rates within Co-op City to remain among the lowest in the city. Arrests for trespassing in the stairwells are often the result of a cooperator calling in that they saw, heard or smelled something in the hallway. Co-op City’s 65,000 residents have some 130,000 eyes. All of these eyes can be an effective tool in fighting crime.Call 911 and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718)671-3050 immediately.

Objects out the window and noise are areas where calls from the public are very useful in helping with enforcement of lease violations. All of these are lease infractions and can be a very sensitive and technical situation. Cooperators should just call Public Safety instead of confronting the potential offender.

Since February 2017, a change in the Co-op City Noise Complaint procedure requires that a Public Safety Officer witness noise in order for a Community Complaint to be issued. Cooperators are no longer able to sign an affidavit to have a Community Complaint issued for noise. The caller’s information will not be revealed to the offender when officers respond to a noise complaint.

Noise complaints are one of the most common complaints the Department of Public Safety handles on a regular basis. In any case of a lease violation, it is

BY LT. PAM APOLLO

Public Safety Blotter Jan. 20 – Jan. 26, 2019 Jan. 21 – Peartree Ave. and Co-op City Boulevard CCPD officers on patrol observed a male driving on the wrong side of the street causing safety concerns. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was determined to be intoxicated. The driver was arrested by CCPD officers and charged with driving while intoxicated.

4180 Hutchinson River Parkway East CCPD officers and FDNY rescued a dog from an apartment after a small fire started causing the dog to suffer smoke inhalation. The dog was administered oxygen and was taken to ACAC for further treatment. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Jan. 22 – 100 Carver Loop CCPD found several persons loitering in a stairway and issued a summons for a lease infraction violation.

Jan. 23 – Asch and Alcott Place A juvenile was arrested after CCPD units, clearing a disorderly group, instructed the male to leave the area and he refused even threatening an officer. A juvenile report was prepared and he was released to a relative.

never a good idea for cooperators to ring someone’s doorbell and confront the offender. Call Public Safety and provide the information. Calls received from cooperators have been responsible for numerous arrests and Community Complaints being issued throughout the years.

Have a safe, healthy and Super Bowl 53 weekend. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt and avoid distractions when driving. If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages be sure to designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi or an Uber or Lyft. “Drunk driving” and “buzzed driving” enforcement is heightened during major sporting event weekends. Penalties for drunk driving are very high and can affect your insurance premiums and ability to obtain insurance for years.

Leave your car at home and utilize public transportation, cab service or a designated driver for parties or celebrations where you plan to drink even one alcoholic drink. There is no amount of alcohol which is safe or legal when you are operating a motor vehicle.

This year the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is using the phrases “DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER”, “THEY”LL SEE YOU BEFORE YOU SEE THEM” and “YOU CAN’T HIDE IT, IF YOU DRIVE DRUNK, THEY WILL CATCH YOU” and “BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING.” To learn more go www.nhtsa.gov/drivesober. On this (Continued on page 26)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.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 the end of the employment listings for specific directions.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Janitorial

Non-Union

Ongoing

18-08 Temp Porter (Part Time)

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day cleaning and restoration of assigned internal/ external areas of Residential Buildings and/or Community Centers, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus.

2. Working knowledge of janitorial equipment, tools, and material.

3. Ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

4. Must be available for emergency work.

5. Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-17 Temp Groundsperson (Part Time)

Grounds

Non-Union

Ongoing

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day duties in the landscaping, maintenance of and general upkeep of company grounds and property greens as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus.

2. Candidate should have a working knowledge of grounds equipment, tools, and material.

3. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

4. Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing janitorial duties.

5. Must be available for emergency work.

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Choices, Choices, Choices

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary The Race Is On There’s a Special Election to choose a new Public Advocate coming up on February 26. The field is vast, with many exciting and qualified contenders to choose from. Many Co-op City residents met many of the candidates before and here’s another opportunity to meet or re-meet those appearing on the Special Election ballot – up close and in person – on Sunday afternoon, February 17. Three Co-op City organizations are co-sponsoring this Forum/Meet & Greet event: the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, the African American Association and Co-op City Working Families.

I’ve often said, that in a district/city/state as economically diverse as ours, politicians go to the poorest areas for photo ops and to the wealthiest areas for donations, but all a middle income community such as ours has to offer is votes. That’s our only capital. This February, let’s show ‘em we can turn out in unbelievable numbers. Get involved, get informed, get wooed!

But before that, get ready to set your VCR because there is going to be an on-air debate on New York 1 on February 6th. Strict qualifications must be met in order to be included in the televised debate, qualifications such as how much money each candidate managed to raise and spend (approximately $57,000) and where that money came from. Ten of the candidates qualify to take part in the mandatory debate.

They are, alphabetically: NYS Assemblyman Michael Blake, NYC Councilman Rafael Espinal Jr., Assemblyman Ron Kim, activist Nomiki Konst, former Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Assemblyman Daniel O’Donnell, Councilman Ydanis Rodriguez, attorney Dawn Smalls, Councilman Eric Ulrich, and Councilman Jumaane Williams.

But in a race with so many candidates, even a long shot has a shot! Try to watch the chosen ten on cable on February 6. Then really try to come out and meet the candidates who managed to get on and stay on the ballot. Meet them in person, two weeks from

tomorrow, and hear their take on Co-op City-specific issues. You’ll find them all right here in Bartow, room 31, at the Forum/Meet & Greet on Sunday afternoon, February 17. Details are still being worked out, but save the date and watch this space!

Resolutions: Yea or Nay Do you follow the first and second readings of our Resolutions when they’re printed in these pages? So many whereas’s and therefores. Let me do, as Thoreau suggested: simplify, simplify, simplify.

Look at the number of each resolution. Two weeks ago, the Co-op City Times printed First Readings of resolutions numbers 19-03 through 19-06 that had been submitted at the January 16 Board meeting. The “19” simply refers to the year, 2019. The second number advances each time a new resolution is drawn up.

Resolution 19-03 deals with hiring a company to investigate potential shareholders’ credit and criminal history and to perform home visits.

Resolution 19-04 deals with installing the back-up boiler that we’ve been trying for so long to get up and running that we’ve actually named it: Power Plant’s High Pressure Boiler #2. Management had to re-start a search for a company to deal with this albatross because the last chosen company went belly-up. Resolution 19-05 says the next Board election will take place on May 22, so start thinking about planning to run. And Resolution 19-05 deals with what consequences Board members face if their carrying charges are considerably late. All those Resolutions will be voted on the next time a general meeting is convened.

We voted on two Second Reading Resolutions on the 16th. Resolution 19-01 deals with having to pay our insurance bill. A look-back of several years’ worth of accidents, settlements, and premium payments determined and revealed that our yearly cost will be going up. Substantially. Everyone present vote “Aye” and the resolution passed. The takeaway is — let’s all be more careful so instead of them going up, up, up, we can lower future premiums.

The other resolution voted on, number 18-35, was held over from 2018.

It deals with upgrading our laundry rooms with

brand new everything. It’s a long contract – eight years – so directors wanted to get details right; details such as how many of each size and kind of machine should be installed and how to more conveniently refill laundry cards and how machine maintenance would be dealt with and so on. Part of that “and so on” was how much to raise the price of a wash. I ended up voting no on the resolution because I thought it should be raised twenty-five cents at first and twenty-five cents again each two years or so. Unfortunately, I did not present my thoughts on the matter in writing, in the form of an amendment to the resolution. We’ve waited so long for the upgrade that the majority of directors voted “yes.”

There’s a point I want to make here. Look at the yea’s and nay’s, who voted yes and who voted no.

Sometimes all present vote yes, sometimes all present vote no, sometimes we “table” a resolution, and sometimes the vote is mixed. And when the vote is mixed, it is often not in “lock step” with allies. Our votes are all over the place. We are a bunch of independent thinkers. Good for us. And good for Co-op City.

Too Many Choices Our activities, organizational meetings, and extraneous obligations are seemingly without number here in our community. For a minute, I thought we had to choose between a state legislative update and a seriously important open Board meeting. Our legislators postponed their presentation, averting that conflict. Yet each week, it’s something, miss this event to make that event. As a friend says, “You can’t dance at two weddings with one fanny.” My apologies for missing line dancing and karaoke and who knows what else. But I won’t miss today’s Black Film Festival at noon in Bartow 31!

I can be reached at mpearson@riverbay board.com, or by calling 718-219-2211.

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Board Meeting

General Counsel Buss next asked the Board’s Second Vice President Rod Saunders if he had any comments. Director Saunders asked Director Williams if he would like to address the five charges against him and Director Williams replied, “No, sir.”

Director Lambright followed and he recounted how he first met Director Williams and a bit about their history of working to improve the quality of life for Co-op City residents. Regarding the issue at hand, Director Lambright said: “Recently, I’ve heard different versions, and now this is a different version of what actually took place. I had a conversation with Mr. Williams, even about this incident, and I won’t go into full detail about that conversation, but it led me to believe that he had done what he was accused of…when his name came up, I was in shock and I just want to say to Mr. Williams that this is the second, I’m sorry, this is the third story that I have heard about what actually happened. I didn’t know that, for the first time I heard here that the actual employee or the whistleblower was the one who gave him the information. I didn’t know that.”

Director Francine Reva Jones said: “…when these charges first came up, I thought that it had to be conclusive to the point where Director Williams hasn’t said yet, ‘I did it, I asked for those documents;’ ‘Yes, I did that,’ but sometimes, we never get to that point and we have to draw conclusions from the evidence that is given to you. And that’s what the Board has to do tonight; we have to draw conclusions from the evidence that we’ve heard and I really hope that the party involved will speak up tonight.”

General Counsel then turned the floor over to Director Jerome Rice who expressed his opinion on a range of issues.

Refocusing on the matter at hand that evening, Director Rice stated: “As far as what the person in question giving a ledger to Junius Williams, let’s be clear. It was always a common practice that when a Board director requested anything employees would go out their way to make it happen.”

Director Rice also went on to answer each of the charges brought against Director Williams.

Director Daryl Johnson, when it was his turn to speak, stressed the fact that the employee who was terminated for giving the confidential document to Director Williams was not the only one who had access to the ledger. Director Johnson contended that the document was already in public circulation prior to Director Williams becoming a Board director hence Director Williams’ earlier statement that he had heard rumors about Board directors not paying their carrying charges before he got on the Board. “…the situation that we are faced with is other employees have access to those records and my contention is this, and this is not an excuse, those records were published before this employee…because how did this information get out to the public? … that is the question we are facing tonight,” said Director Johnson.

Mr. Buss then redirected the Board to some of the Board members’ request to hear from the employee who was terminated for giving a confidential financial document to Director Williams. He announced that the employee wished to make a statement. The Board then took a vote on whether the former employee should be allowed to speak. Directors Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Richardson, Sampson and Saunders voted “yes,” while Directors Peterson, Rice and Williams voted “no.” The motion passed and the former employee, Ms. Kerrie-

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Ann Sutherland, was allowed to address the hearing.

In her statement, she said that she was employed as a legal secretary at Riverbay for 10 years and was terminated “due to the actions of Junius Williams.”

Ms. Sutherland stated: “On May 1, 2017, while I was preparing documents for the 2017 Board election, Mr. Williams walked into my office unexpected and requested information on a shareholder from the company’s software system…At the time, I did not question Mr. Williams what he was going to do with the information…”

Ms. Sutherland then went on to describe her exemplary employment history as a “dedicated, hard-working employee” who took pride in her work and often times stayed late to complete her tasks especially during the annual Board elections.

At the conclusion of Ms. Sutherland’s statement, Mr. Buss called the question before the Board, “Should Director Junius Williams be removed from the Board for cause pursuant to Section III, Section 3 of the Riverbay By-laws?” Board Secretary Mary Pearson then took a roll call vote. Voting “yes” to remove the director were Directors Berk, Cylich, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson and Sampson. Directors Johnson, Peterson and Rice voted “no,” and Directors Feliciano, Richardson and Saunders abstained. The motion passed.

Since Wednesday night’s hearing and vote to remove Director Junius Williams from the Riverbay Board of Directors, new information has been brought to the attention of Director Johnson who has forwarded the matter to Riverbay General Counsel for investigation.

Riverbay Management has upgraded its software to add tighter controls and safeguards that were not previously available in order to protect shareholders’ personal, confidential information.

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Celebrate African Heritage Month Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

Several community events have been planned for your edu-tainment during the month of February, which has been designated Black History Month. In 1926, Carter G. Woodson launched “Black History Week” which soon expanded into a month-long celebration of the achievements by people of African ancestry.

Black Film Festival Today, February 2, the African-American Association will present its 22nd Annual Black History Month Film Festival beginning at 12:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, room 31. It will begin with a special tribute to community residents who recently passed away, including, Eleanor Bailey, Fannie Mae Heggs Calhoun, Judith Glass and Roger Toppin.

One of the featured films for the Festival is, “War Room,” which will be shown following the Libation.

Following light refreshments, Ms. Michelle Marbury will render a tribute to world-renowned Aretha Franklin and Nancy Wilson.

At about 2:00 p.m., guest speakers Professor Basir Mchawi and Brother Chris Noble will present the work of Broadcast Journalist Gil Noble. This will be followed by “Hidden Colors 4 – The Religion of White Supremacy,” at approximately 3:30 p.m.

Admission is FREE. We look forward to seeing you with your family, friends and neighbors.

Black Migrations On February 9 at 3:00 p.m., the Co-op City Branch of the NAACP will present “Black Migrations,” featuring NY State Senator Jamaal Bailey and other members of our community. Join us at 3:00 p.m. at Church of New Vision, 115 Einstein Loop North. All are welcome. Admission is free.

Visionaries On February 23, the NCNW will present its annual Black History Month Celebration with the theme of Visionaries and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. They are reaching out for talented youth to feature in their program. It promises to be an event to remember.

Councilman Andy King Councilman Andy King received a warm welcome from members of the African-American Association last Monday. He spoke about the struggles he encounters in his attempts to bring to his constituents, which are communities of color, the services that they want

and need. It was no surprise that questions arose and a Senior Breakfast Program. Councilman King about the Memorandum of Understanding regarding made this happen. Councilman King reiterated that the Bronx Animal Adoption Center of November 5, we need to remain united and move forward together 2018. My question to Councilman King was, “Being in order to fight for what’s really at stake.

Dates to Remember that it was a known fact that Co-op City is a no-pet February 17: Public Advocate Forum in Bartow community, I want to know what was our opponents’ response when it was revealed that there were proper- Center, room 31. ties nearby that could be used for this animal shelter?” February 26: Vote in the Pubic Advocate’s race.

Councilman King stated that they claimed that this March 23: The Co-op City Spelling Bee. site was the “ideal” location and all other sites were April 13, 2019: Wholistic Health & Wellness Fair. rejected. In my opinion, they totally disrespected our Please mark your calendar and plan to attend.

Building Associations no-pet policy. Having an animal shelter at Bartow Attending your building association meeting is a Avenue will, I believe, undoubtedly, lead to more cooperators having pets, and, the reason why many very important community activity. You will be people moved into Co-op City was due to the no-pet informed about what is happening in your building policy. and the surrounding area and you will get to know In recounting the Memorandum of Understanding, your neighbors. If there is an issue that you are conof the 16 items listed, only seven of them affect Co-op cerned about, ask your building association president City directly, including (i) $3 million for Beacon Pro- to have a Riverbay representative to make a presentagram at Truman H.S.; (ii) Rezoning; (iii) Addressing tion at your building association meeting. I’m sure safety concerns at “Dead Man’s Curve” (Killer Curve) that if someone has a concern, others probably do also.

Your building association president, or the presiat Bartow Avenue under the Hutchinson River Parkway; (iv) Bus-offloading at PS 153; (v) Arts and dent’s designee, represents you at the Buildings & Music Youth Programming at Co-op City; (vi) Play- Grounds Committee meetings. I attended the Buildgrounds; and (vii) Senior Breakfast Program. ings & Grounds Committee meeting recently and was Some of the contemplated improvements affect very impressed by the chairperson, Sonia Feliciano. cooperators even though these enhancements will The Minutes were distributed and the issues that each take place outside of Co-op City, such as the installa- building or townhouse cluster had were listed and the tion of the traffic directional signal at Conner Street problems that had been cured were highlighted. The and Boston Road. The list also includes repaving sev- meeting was orderly and everyone got an opportunity eral streets in the surrounding area, however, Co-op to speak. Ms. Feliciano is doing an excellent service City Blvd. and Asch Loop was not included. When for the community. driving in this area, it feels like a mini roller coaster. I Bartow Center Signs had informed Councilman King about this and I will Another “thank you” is extended to Danielle remind him. The Board’s Legislative Committee O’Connor who heads the Parking, Storage & Comchair also needs to know. mercial Leasing Dept. for the attractive signs that The other ten items listed on the Bronx Animal Adop- grace the corridors of the Bartow Community Center. tion Center Memorandum of Understanding relate to It was very thoughtful of her to have them installed.

If you would like to share your thoughts; contact items that exist outside of Co-op City, but are within Councilman King’s 12th District. Therefore, I can me at 718-671-5957 or fjones@riverbayboard.com. understand why he voted for it. Councilman King made it clear that if he rejected this proposal, Coop City would get nothing.

The Memorandum of Understanding provides for the Co-op City community to receive a Beacon Program for five years; Rezoning regarding signage rules; Bus-offloading IRS Tax at P.S. 153; Arts and Music Some of the Tax Filing Starts Youth Program; Playgrounds

Building 26 Association

February greetings to our Co-op City families, friends, merchants, and especially, our new residents.

Be an informed and an active cooperator. Show an interest in your expensive investment here in Co-op City by attending your building association meetings.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 12, at 7 p.m., in the rear lobby of Building 26B, 2420 Hun/or notifications. There will be a 50/50 raffle and refreshments.

Congratulations to all celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, new births, and other celebrated events during the month of February.

Speedy recovery to our hospitalized and home-bound residents. Be a good neighbor by checking on your home-bound neighbors.

Our sincere condolences to those of you who have recently experienced the unfortunate loss of a loved one. May you be blessed with strength, patience, and understanding during your difficult time of bereavement.

Please ensure you have efficient and secure locks on your apartment door. If necessary, hire a locksmith to check your locks. Notify Riverbay maintenance for assistance with your bottom lock. There have been several burglaries in Co-op City. Fortunately, our Public Safety officers apprehended and arrested an individual for burglary and possession of burglar tools. And always, make sure your apartment door is locked.

A very special thank you to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, NYS Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, City Councilman Andy King, and Board President Linda Berk for collectively working with Metro-North and Amtrak to push forward negotiations for the Penn Station Access for Co-op City, Morris Park, Parkchester, and Hunts Point. We’ve waited too long for this. Thank you. We appreciate all of you!

If you see something suspicious and or anyone acting suspicious, please call 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for non-emergencies.

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Traditional Synagogue

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City is going to have a Purim party on Sunday, March 17. Details to follow. Please hold the date open.

General Information: The 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 #: 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 9 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’s finances.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who don’t come to services. Please come by 9:30 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, February 2, at 6:06 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, February 8, at 5:02 p.m.

Good and Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. 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 all members who will celebrate their birthday in January (Saul Weber, Ira Herschoff). For those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in February, please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

Fun And Games: After services and kiddush, some men and women play Rummy-cube.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all —Bruce Gitelson our members and friends peace and good health.

In her twilight years, Bernice developed health challenges and spent most of her time at her daughter’s home in Harlem, where she got to strengthen her bond with her granddaughters and play with her great-grandchildren, Zaire, Zuri and Phoenix. It seemed to give her strength when she colored with them and watched them play in the park.

Bernice Thompson is survived by her daughter, Angela Harden; granddaughters, Kendel Jackson and Kristen Harden; grandson-in-law, Alex Jackson, and great grandchildren, Zaire Muhammad, Zuri Muhammad and Phoenix Jackson; her brother, Evans Thompson, and his daughters, Linda Hembrick and Diane Lawton; son Evans Thompson Jr.; Evan’s late son Terry Wayne’s wife, Evelyn and Evans’ 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Bernice is also survived by her late sister Beatrice’s sons, Scottye and Alan Lindsey.

During her entire life, Bernice maintained a close relationship with several of her first and second cousins who also migrated to New York at the same time she did. They include Aquilla Woodside, Jeanne Coles and the late L.B. Griffin and her children Robert, Yvette, Jimmy and Jeanne.

Ms. Bernice Thompson was truly loved and will certainly be missed.

Funeral services took place yesterday, Friday, February 1, at Community Protestant Church. She is interred at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Farmingdale, NY. Donations in memory of Bernice Thompson can be made to the Scleroderma Foundation and sent to McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home, 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466.

Thompson

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Behold thy gifts throughout the lands from sea to skies of blue, And know that all his perfect plans was all because of you.

The puckering of a woman’s lips would be in vain and miss, The warmth and ecstasy that exist from the rapture of his kiss.

A rose could show no beauty if eyes were naught to see, And a singing bird that is not heard has no melody.

The seasons change would be in vain like all its splendors be.

God’s total plan was all for man like him like you like me.

WHY MAN

—Frank Mays

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family.

Thank you for joining us for the viewing and discussion of Operation Finale in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day. Our special thank you to attendee Marilyn Ringel who shared her experiences, empathy, hope for unity and courage in the struggle for human rights. We discussed “The Invisibles.” those individuals forced to ‘hide in plain sight’ during the Nazi occupations. Thank you, Wanda Rodriguez, Shirley Wells, Mitzi Cleare, Marilyn Ringel, Wanda Randall, Shirley Johnson and Gwen Anderson.

At the time of this Holocaust Remembrance Movie Night in Building 9 writing, our January 2019 membership meeting is scheduled for the 31st. Our scheduled guest speaker is Ms. Vanessa Aldea, CSO director.

For the next installment of our Senior Empowerment Project, we continue to plan for our February “Vintage Fashion Show on Runway 9.” We are searching for senior models to ‘Strut their Stuff’ on our Red Carpet. Please contact any building association executive board member or Event Committee member to express your interest in participating. There will be a Fashion Show sign-up sheet on the table with the sign-in sheet at our January membership meeting.

Our 4th Annual Black History Month event is being planned.

Our 4th Annual Women’s History Month event and our 4th Annual International Food Night event will be held in March. Prepare an ethnic dish to share with your neighbors and provide a brief description of the origins or significance of the dish (or why you and your family enjoy it).

As we have for the past three years, it is our intention to reserve a table for Building 9 Association members at New York State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto’s Annual Black History Month celebration. Please let me know if you intend to attend with us this year. The celebration may not be in Dreiser due to construction. Details to follow.

It continues to be the mission of the Building 9 Association executive board to educate, engage, and empower our members in an inclusive and diverse environment reflective of our building and our community.

Sadly, long-time members Olga Cavalcante and Colette Mills lost their son and brother; and Theresa Gordon lost her husband. Keep them in your prayers.

As shareholders, it is your right to enjoy your home and it is your responsibility to report any behavior, activity or conditions that disrupt your enjoyment of your home. Do not allow the anti-social neighbors to intimidate or bully you into silence. Contact the CSO or CCPD with any and all concerns.

“The time is always right to do what is right. Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” —Martin Luther King, Jr. —Linda Collins

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We Can Stop This Negative Behavior Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Co-op City is a wonderful place to live. However, some of our residents are unfortunately doing things that are not good for themselves and this community.

Make a Choice to Live Better How is it that some people can say that they want to move to a nice community and then do everything they can to destroy that community once they move there? For instance, our Public Safety Department has to respond to a lot of calls for some residents that are just causing problems here.

So, let’s look at just 3 categories and ask ourselves if we can make some improvements in these areas. The first category is fire/smoke. So, can you believe that our officers have been busy responding to several fire/smoke conditions in this community?

Now, yes, these conditions could have occurred in a variety of places here.

Regardless, my question is: What is going on with the amount and severity of the fire and smoke conditions that have recently occurred in some of our apartments? Sure, a fire can break out for a variety of reasons. But, is it possible that some of these fire and smoke conditions were caused by children playing with matches, lighters, stoves, and other flammable devices? If the answer is yes, then we need to supervise our children in a better way and teach them to stay away from these things.

The next troubling category is narcotics. How is possible that a person can say that they want to move away from a drug-infested community and then come to Co-op City to sell drugs and smoke drugs in our buildings? Selling drugs is a good way to get robbed, shot, and killed. Moreover, your name will be circulated to law enforcement officers if you’re involved with drugs. So, you have to ask yourself if this is the type of lifestyle that you really want. If the answer is no, then, please make a good choice right now that you’re going to stop this negative behavior.

In other words, make a good choice to completely stop using, selling, and distributing illegal drugs. Then, make a good choice to get away from

anyone that lives their life in this manner. Can you go back to school? What about getting a full-time job so that you can earn some money in a legal way?

Yes, please do something positive with your life.

Our next category involves some residents throwing objects out of windows. In some neighborhoods, some individuals think that it is acceptable to throw diapers, food, and other objects out of their window. Then, unfortunately, some of these individuals brought those insane beliefs to Co-op City. And, now, our officers are using a variety of techniques to catch them and to take legal action against them.

Bottom line: Everything that you have will probably get completely destroyed if you have a fire in your apartment. Plus, more than likely, the water that was used to extinguish that fire will cause damage to other apartments and other areas of your building. So, please make sure that you supervise your children in a proper manner. And, please make sure that you follow the FDNY’s guidelines for preventing fires in your apartment.

Lastly, you will have a horrible time trying to get another apartment in a decent building in NYC if Riverbay evicts you from this community for abuse of premise, or for dealing illegal drugs, or for throwing objects out of a window. So, please make a good choice to stop this negative behavior and to live in a better manner in this community. And, please remember that our community cares about you and your family. Thank you.

Hanging Out There have been complaints about people hanging out in the stairwells and smoking marijuana.

Therefore, our officers are dealing with those complaints and they’re patrolling the buildings. However, please do not go into the stairwells to confront people that are smoking marijuana.

They can be armed with a gun or another weapon. Thereafter, they might decide to commit a violent act towards you.

A better approach is to call Public Safety at 718671-3050 and let them deal with those people.

Our officers have been

Building 29 Association

First of all, Happy New Year to all our cooperators!

On January 18, the Building 29 Association held the first meeting of the year.

Minutes were very brief as we had our very successful Holiday party in December instead of the monthly meeting.

Before our scheduled speaker, Marie Smith (vice president) briefly discussed the fire safety/hazards meeting she had attended. More obvious things like not overloading electrical outlets or careless use of candles were mentioned, but did you know that smoke alarms should be vacuumed every month?! That’s right...every month, as dust, insects, and other debris can affect the functioning of the unit.

Also, Marie mentioned that Andy King will be sending over a ‘list’ (with time lines) of things that the city has agreed to do for Co-op City in exchange for the designated animal shelter location.

A call was also put out to get more volunteers for our board; we can only be as good as you make us!

Our scheduled speaker was the delightful Gerri O’Conner (assisted by Carlos Tejeda), who spoke about reducing hypertension.

Limiting sodium (salt) is very important, and food labels should always be read.

2300mg is the accepted limit, although nowadays, 1500mg is preferable.

Other things that should be limited are: saturated fats, sugars, and total fat and cholesterol. Fresh fruits and vegetables should be increased. Low fat dairy, whole grains, poultry (no skin!), fish, and nuts (watch calories on this one) are also fine.

Increase your potassium intake naturally (bananas, orange juice, etc.).

In addition, exercise is very important for controlling hypertension (note: join us for “senior—over 50—exercise” every Saturday morning from 10 a.m.-11 a.m.)

Finally, be sure to send in your Window Guard forms (even if you don’t want them) before February 15. You can just call the number on the form, as well.

Don’t forget, also, to put any suggestions into our suggestion box (by the meeting room door).

Blessings and best wishes for a healthy and happy 2019 to all.

—Katharine Wood

trained to deal with these types of issues.

Window Guard Forms – Deadline is Friday, February 15, 2019 You should have received a package from Riverbay that contains a form about a fire safety plan, peeling lead paint, and window guards. This form is supposed to be filled out and returned before February 15, 2019. As mentioned before, this form can be completed within minutes and returned by mail, fax, phone, or by going online. So, as you can see, this process is very easy to complete.

No form? No problem. Please cooperate and go to the CSO office and ask them for another form.

Riverbay workers will have to go to your home if you refuse to do your part and fill out this form. This is wrong! So, I want to encourage everyone to do your part and complete this form. And, please know that we appreciate your anticipated cooperation in this matter. Thank you.

Close Did you read those notices about an open board meeting on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, about removing Junius Williams from our board? Well, I wrote this viewpoint on Saturday, January 26. So, the details from that meeting will be covered in my next viewpoint. Personally, I disagree with the case that was brought against him. So, I would like for you to please read next week’s paper.

Thank you.

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

Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a 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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Building 31 A/B Association

We will return to our regular monthly meetings on February 12 at 7 p.m. There will be a guest speaker, Mark Warren, director of the Riverbay Construction Department, involved with the scaffolding which currently surrounds our building. Bring a neighbor and questions that you have been looking for answers to.

We are hoping new neighbors take this opportunity to find out the working of our association and how you can become involved and make us stronger as a group. We have many issues we need to address, such as lobby attendants and floor captains. There is strength in numbers, therefore, you’re very needed.

Get ready for our fundraisers for building scholarships. We are truly counting on your support.

The following note was posted on our lobby bulletin board and to anyone who did not read it here it is as follows: We greatly appreciate our selfless neighbors who devoted their time, energy and patience to collect for building staff, and to decorate and un-decorate our lobbies for the holidays!

Here’s to all of you: “We (I) can no other answer make, but thanks, and thanks.” —William Shakespeare. Thankfully submitted by our contributing technical advisor.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Church of God’s Children

Church of God’s Children is located at 127 Dreiser Loop, patio level to the right of Montefiore Clinic. We invite you with open arms to visit our church, we hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s word. For prayer requests, call 718-790-9120.

Bring your child, pre-K to 4th grade, on Saturday, February 9, for a Christmas in February winter recess toy and book-bag give away, Ms. Melinda’s Garden AfterSchool Workshop, from 11 p.m. - 3 p.m. at 159 Dreiser Loop. First come, first served.

Free fresh popcorn and cupcakes. Must be accompanied by parent; one per child.

Why not read your Bible today?

Read the Bible: It instructs us in righteousness. “How can a young man cleanse his way?” David asked. “By taking heed according to your word.”

Psalm 119:9 “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17. The Bible contains all the instruction that we need to come to a life of true purity and righteousness. It teaches us how we can follow Christ in truth. It contains words and examples from heroes of faith, prophets, apostles, Jesus Christ and God himself! What better teaching, what better instruction is there for those who want to live a life that is well-pleasing to God our creator?

Why not pick up this sword today?

Schedule of Services: Sunday: Spanish/bi-lingual Worship, 9:30 a.m.; English worship at 1:15 p.m.

Sunday School Classes: 11:30 a.m. Sunday School for adults/youth/children Monday: Bible Study & Prayer 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study 6:30 p.m. at Fellowship Hall, 159 Dreiser Loop Wednesday: Prayer, 6:30 p.m. in Sanctuary and 12-step fellowship at Fellowship Hall, 7 p.m.

Monday-Friday: After School Workshop & Tutoring – 3-6 p.m. at 159 Fellowship Hall.

Goodwill Ministry & Book Shop – Tues.-Fri., 12-4 p.m., 163 Dreiser Loop God brings you many blessings in health for you and your family.

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

Throwing garbage/objects from apartment windows is UNLAWFUL, DANGEROUS and could cause you to receive a community complaint and fine.

Building 21 Association

Wow! What a Start to African American History Month Hello, fellow cooperators, shareholders and Building 21’ers! African American History Month is off to a rousing start. The Annual Black Film Festival given

by The African American Association of Co-op City is an absolute stellar presentation of film, historical facts, dialogue, entertainment and good food. Come out to the Bartow Center, room 31, today! Enjoy inspiring thought-provoking films, including “War Room,” “Remembering Gil Noble,” and the 4th episode of the critically acclaimed hit documentary series, “Hidden Colors.” If you are not a member of the African American Association, it is time to become a member.

Every person of African American descent and otherwise should be a member.

You can join today at the film festival or at the Building 21 Association meetings or at Think Tank. Shareholders, please strive to be “present” for yourself and your community.

Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday, 8:00-9:30 p.m. We will carry on this momentum of higher learning in the tank. Come and bring your ideas. Be present for forward movement in our community. We are in “The Gathering Room,” in the rear of 21B. All are welcomed.

21’s Annual Toast to the New Year The gathering was very well attended at our last 21 Association Meeting.

Shareholders from each wing of Building 21, as well as, members of the Section 4 Partnership from Adler Place did what we all must do – they showed up. New CCPD Chief Joe Riley and CCPD Lieutenant Pam Apollo were our special guests. They offered information on the state of our security here in Co-op City and how it is being improved. We then formed a circle for our “Annual Toast to the New Year” and offered affirmations to the question, what are you thankful for? The “commonality” of each person was their gratitude for this community; a community where our voices mean something when they are heard.

It is up to us to continue raising our voices and to be “present” together so that this community continues to endure for “us.” Here are three ways of gaining information about the 21 Association: Email 21association@gmail.com. Phone: 347.504.1821. Attend the monthly meetings which are held every 4th Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m.

We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in Co-op City. Come one, come all, to our events and gatherings at Building 21. Each one of us divided by all of us, equals a force for good. See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

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Building 13 Association

Join our fundraising event as we travel to QVC on Saturday, May 4. We will leave at 7:30 a.m. from Building 13 (100 Casals Place). The trip will include a Studio Tour (you must have ID to enter the site), time at the QVC Retail Store and a buffet meal at the Golden Corral. The cost is $89 in full (February 22nd) or $49 first payment due February 22; $40 balance due March 22). Payment (Checks payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc.) information included below.

By now, you should have noticed the signs in the bulletin board about our Bake Sale being held on Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14, from 3 p.m.-6 p.m. in the lobby. The proposal for the Valentine’s Day Bake Sale was proposed by our youth and Building 13 is pleased to support their efforts. There will be vanilla, red velvet and carrot cake cupcakes: $1; chocolate covered strawberries: $2; cookies: 50¢ per cookie. Make sure to check out the flyer in the bulletin board, stop by the table and support our youth and building during this event.

We are making plans to have the Building and Grounds supervisor attend our next meeting to address some concerns about our building upkeep. Our next Building 13 meeting information will be posted soon and we hope to have the acting Grounds supv., Mr. Maldonado, and our section supervisor, Mr. Frias. We have not received confirmation as of this writing, but information regarding these guests will be posted in the Building 13 section of the lobby bulletin board.

If you are experiencing any issues or have concerns, please contact the CSO Ms. English or Mr. Fraticelli located in Dreiser. Often, issues go unreported to the proper departments because we assume someone else will address the problem. If there is something out of order or a concern that is bothersome on your floor or in your building, report it! Do not wait until it is unbearable and then complain to your neighbor. We all benefit when we each do our part to maintain our building and our property.

I will keep reminding you until we get it right!! New York City has a leash and curb your dog law and so does Co-op City. With that being said, we ask that you be considerate of your neighbors and curb and pick up after your dog. “Curb” does not mean under the portico or in the grass and remember your dog should be on a leash at all times. If you see an infraction, please contact CCPD immediately. We do not see everything, so please be our additional eyes. If you see something…say something Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801; Vivian Campbell, 718-671-3012, or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 (daddpeterson@aol.com) or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

Mental Health Training – The Mental Health Training was held on Saturday, January 26, in the Building 10 Association room. The Building 10 Association would like to thank Akeisha Neely from Building 10B for organizing this training and our instructor, Ms. Egeria Bennett from the Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Ms. Bennett is a Mental Health First Aid Instructor for Thrive NYC. She trained us on how to give Mental Health First Aid to adults experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance use disorders. She also gave us training on how to look for the signs of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, the number to call for help in NYC is 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355). The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255.

Thank you to all who attended.

New Cooperators – Welcome all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next general membership meeting.

Sands Casino and Shopping Outlet – On Saturday, March 23, we will be going to the Sands Casino and Shopping Outlet in Pennsylvania. Tickets are $45 with a $25 bonus. A flyer will be posted with more details.

Building 10 Mission Statement – The overall goal of the Building 10 Association is to continually seek improvements in the quality of life for Building 10 cooperators and their families. The mission of the Building 10 Association is to be advocates for the Riverbay Corporation and for Building 10 cooperators and families. We will seek opportunities to source information that will be useful to its members and plan for activities that will enhance the life and well-being of all.

We would like to wish all February babies, a very happy birthday.

To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery.

To all who have lost a loved one recently, we give our deepest condolences.

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

National Council Of Negro Women

Book Club – On February 9, we will be discussing “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics” by Donna Brazile, Yolanda Caraway and others.

Come on out and join our book talk even if you haven’t completed the book. On March 9, 2019, we will be discussing “An American Marriage by Tayari Jones.

Our meetings will take place in room 11, Dreiser Center at 3 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion of these interesting books. If you need more information, contact us at ncnwcoopcitysocial@gmail.com.

Black History Month Celebration – Save the date, Saturday, February 23.

NCNW Co-op City Section, co-sponsored with the Riverbay Fund, will host the 18th Annual Black History Month Celebration at Bartow Mall, room 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. You are invited to wear HBCU paraphernalia, African attire or dress as your favorite iconic hero or shero. You might even get to model your attire in our show stopping fashion show! Youth and youth groups interested in participating with a poem, spoken word, song, dance, step or skit pertaining to the theme Visionaries, “Leaders of our Past, Present and Future,” please contact us at (917) 826-5644, (917) 399-2643 or NCNWCoopcitysocial@gmail.com.

Vacation Travel – NCNW is planning a Cruise to Bermuda, August 4 to August 11. Since this time slot coincides with the school vacation period, we’re hoping that families may be able to enjoy this vacation together. Norwegian Cruise Line provides “no fly cruising” from NYC. Rates per person (double occupancy) are Balcony, $2082; Ocean View, $1902; Inside, $1557. This includes port charges & government taxes, all meals and daily entertainment while aboard ship.

Passports must be valid for 6 months beyond August. Further information about accommodations for Single cabins and for children under 4 years can be obtained by calling 718-655-9034 or 718-320-2366 or 718-538-8606. A deposit of $250 per person will reserve your stateroom. Travel insurance of $170 is highly recommended. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore Bermuda by land and by sea – a perfect family fun vacation! Partial payments accepted, but no refunds.

Membership – Our second membership meeting of the New Year will be on Sunday, February 10, in room 11, Dreiser Community Center at 3 p.m. Please come with ideas of services we can bring to the Co-op City community and ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work! If you can’t come to our meeting, remember you can contact us at P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475 or our social media sites.

Social Media – Remember you can find us on Facebook: NCNWCoopcity Bethune; Twitter: @NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and — Joyce Howard email: www.ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

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Rivers Run Community Garden

Happy Chewie Day! Hope he doesn’t see his shadow so we are (almost) guaranteed an early spring. Speaking of spring: The Steering Committee of Rivers Run can’t seem to talk about the garden without a feeling of overwhelming joy.

More organizations and artists have committed to participating in preparation of the fifth planting season and the third Earth Day celebration. More schools have committed to including Rivers Run as their open-air classroom. This year, we will have more workshops geared toward creativity and healthy living so please, stay tuned.

If you’d like to get on the Earth Day planning committee, please write to rivers_run@yahoo.com. Include your name and telephone number.

Remember: Eating locally grown foods builds a healthier immune system.

Get involved.

Important dates (All are welcome): February 21 – Meeting at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

March 21 – Meeting at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

Earth Day Parade – April 20, 2019 Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds. Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. —Gail Sharbaan

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Black Forum Food Pantry Update We are still working behind the scenes to get the pantry up and running for the community. Black Forum looks forward to serving Co-op City in the near future.

Please be patient with us as we navigate through this process. Defensive Driving Next class, February 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, room 1. $35 per person. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Late arrivals may not be admitted. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to four points from your driver’s license. Checks & money orders can be made payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’ and mailed to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475, at least 1 1/2 weeks before class. Include name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – No checks. Call by noon the Friday before to register for seating. Please leave a message at (718) 320-8035 and someone will get back to you. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

Upcoming 2019 Trips (Deposits Due) Please call 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033 if you have questions about any trips listed below. Payments for all outings are now being accepted. No Refunds.

Sorry, we do not accept credit or debit cards for payment.

Black-Eyed Sally’s April 27 – Award-winning BBQ & Cajun cooking in Hartford, CT. Trip continues to new MGM Casino in Springfield, MA. Cost: $95. Includes transportation. Casino rebate TBA. We’ll accept deposits of $50 now to hold seat(s).

Monies due by March 1. Menu is Southern fried chicken, cornmeal crusted catfish, slo’ smoked pork ribs, garlicky green beans, corn bread w/honey butter, homestyle mashed potatoes, country collard greens, cheddar cheese grits or baked mac & cheese & dessert sampler.

Tropicana Casino June 22 – Enjoy Atlantic City, NJ? Then join us! Cost: $45. Includes transportation. Casino rebate: TBA. Monies due by May 24. No refunds. Call 917209-5334 or 718-320-0033.

Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip Join us Saturday, August 17, for an amazing dining experience at the awardwinning Nordic Lodge/Lobster Fest, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2-hours of allyou-can-eat seafood plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, specialty desserts and more! The fun continues at Mohegan Sun Casino. $170 includes dining, shopping, & round-trip coach transportation. Three payments due on or before: 1/25 ($60), 2/22 ($55), & 3/22 ($55). Please make check payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’ and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475. Include name & phone number of attendee.

Contact (718) 320-8035 or coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Please leave a message.

We look forward to hearing from you. —D. Illis

The erratic weather is indeed challenging. Keep those hats, ear muffs, heavy socks/tights, gloves, ready and use them. Please pick up the plastic water bottles and bags, fast food cups, paper bags, etc. It is truly disgusting and could be the source of accidents.

Broun Place welcomed Adam Tanaka and a group of students of architecture and urban studies this past Saturday. Residents and neighbors, please understand though Co-op City houses 55 thousand people, you are unique and lucky to have an apartment in this kind of experimental history-making, middle-income development. Please do your part and participate. We stand with Michelle Marbury and others to encourage your equal participation. Participate to make it work better.

Thank you to Cooperators United for hosting speakers from JASA and Julian Brown, New York State Chaplain Task Force. They also encourage your participation according to their specific guidelines.

Thank you again to New York State Assemblyperson Michael Benedetto for spending so much time with us. He helped us get our new street sign and a possibly new sewer drain. Broun Place has never had its own sign before and happily Bellamy Loop’s broken one is repaired.

The director of the Safety Department was a guest for the Adler Place Association. We hope to have him at our next meeting. Smoke alarms, fire extinguishHooray! We are finally getting a Metro-North/Amtrak train stop in Co-op City, ers, outlets and many more components in apartment living are vital to know a project that is long overdue for our community. about.

Super Bowl LIII will air tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Coming together, for our Building and Grounds Committee meetings, we Atlanta, GA between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams. Maroon learned that other townhouse clusters have a similar problem to us. The hot water is not consistently hot. We wait for five minutes for the water to get hot. 5, Travis Scott, Big Boi will perform at the halftime and Gladys Knight will sing the “National Anthem.� Those who are hosting Super Bowl gatherings, have fun Other issues discussed included projects for the high rises, yet some town homes cheering your team on and good luck to all who participated in football pools. have crumbling, dingy apartment front doors that have not been upgraded in 48 There will be a post-Super Bowl launch for new talent competition series, years! Speak up for what you need.

So infuriating, folks are still disposing of house garbage in the older, open top “The World’s Best� acts from around the globe. It may be the show to wind you concrete bins in the center of Broun Place pedestrian walkway. Garbage disposal down after the Super Bowl. takes a few extra steps to get to the compactor bin pad. If you are caught and Don’t forget to watch out for the date that the Fire Chief will be hosting our identified, you will be served with a Community Complaint. Hey, let me know, I building meeting. will take your kitchen garbage over!

We wish all neighbors born in February a Happy Birthday, and for those who Special thanks to all for expressing sympathy to our family over the death of have been under the weather, we hope you get better soon.

Our next meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, February 19, at 7:30 p.m. If my husband’s brother. We also send condolences and support with prayers as our dear friend, former resident and employee of Riverbay Corporation, Mary Jaye, you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, laid to rest, her aunt. please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and Neighbors, send us your tidings for publication in this press release. Broun address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly Place executive committee wishes those recovering from illness and hardships, a reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank speedy, complete recovery and many good days the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets,treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer. ahead. Get-well wishes are sent to Mrs. Gwen I will close with the following: “In life, as in football, you won’t go far unless Roberts and Rommel Gonzalez. Happy Birthday to former resident, Ayano Kindaichi Miranda. There is you know where the goalposts are.� —Arnold H. Glasow still useful application for the flu shot. Get it now! —Wanda Bailey —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Co-op City Times / February 2, 2019

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop

Membership Meeting … will be held on Wednesday, February 6, at 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser Community Center, room 9.

Travel Events (Price includes Lorant coach bus; located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Mar. 21 (Thurs.), Sands Casino Resort, PA. Price: $40. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Apr. 9, 2019 (Tues.), Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Theatre. Price: $85. Deposit: $45. Balance: $40 due by Monday, March 18. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (Price includes van transport, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • March 20 (Wed.), “Menopause the Musical,” Westchester Broadway Theatre. Showtime: 11:00 a.m. Price: $75.00. Deposit: $45.00/Balance $30.00 due by Thursday, February.

Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

• March 30 (Sat.), “Ruben Sings Luther,” Lehman Center. Showtime: 8: p.m. Price: $55.

Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

Remember: Your deposit (and final payment) in the form of a check/money order payable to Retirees of Dreiser Loop, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. No cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom, #19. For more information, please call (718-3790377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, after 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Good And Welfare Our heartfelt condolences to Joyce Hamilton-Williams on the recent loss of her loving husband. To members and friends still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Join us on our next Jazz Up Your Health with A Senior Spa Day, date to be announced.

Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449 if interested in joining us.

Attention! The Retirees need experienced part-time freelance drivers with a CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least three years’ experience and a clean driving record. This volunteer position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as to outer boroughs. Stipend can be expected for each trip. Please call C. Davis at 718-379-4784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

“I didn’t get old on purpose, it just happened. If you’re lucky, it could happen to you.” — Andy Rooney —Claudette Davis

Spanish-American Community Club

African American Association

Black Film Festival Today!

We had a great meeting Monday night. Councilman King spoke about the decision that the city made to bring in the animal shelter and the 16 concessions. Though the audience was somewhat divided, they respectfully voiced their opinions. Several announcements were made including the Black Film Festival in Bartow Center, room #31, at 12 p.m. Admission is free. Invite your family, friends and neighbors.

Our Fundraising Committee made their report from last month’s successful event. If you would like to be part of our Fundraising Committee or any one of our other committees, contact us.

Our next meeting will be Monday, February 18, where we will go back to our lounge-style meeting. There will be food, drink, music and periodic announcements.

There is so much we need to do and we want to include you. Are you still waiting to become a member? Why are you waiting? Now is the best time to become a member. Setting aside the discounts you receive to most of our functions, the information and pride of membership to the African-American Association is unmeasurable.

Culture, economics, health and education will continue to be our focus in 2019. Portions of our meetings may be recorded in order to archive some events. Our new number for the African-American Association is 929-430-3255.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult classes are available. Contact: Meca Talent. For more information, call us at: 646-373-4122.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will have fun and stay in shape. For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Also first and third Tuesdays in Einstein, Section #5. Call Cynthia, 917-9037073.

Institute for Youth/Adult Study Group – Meets every second and fourth Monday, Dreiser Center, room #15, 7 p.m. Contact Heru Maat - herumaat @msn.com.

Karaoke – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Salsa Class – Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop, Auditorium A. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Specialized Workshops /Programs – Life Group workshops (Understanding My Money My Relationships/My Politics/My Culture. For more information, contact Kevin at 646-721-8185.

Yoga and Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 10:00 a.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be Monday, February 18. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed.

Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/email us at: aaaccpower@gmail.com.

—Kevin Lambright

Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

Our next meeting will take place next month, on February 14, in room 16 of the Dreiser Community Center.

‘Recordar Es Vivir,’ hosted by the Cultural Committee, is planned for Saturday, February 9, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in room 4 of the Dreiser Center. Great music will be provided by the ever popular Juan Ortega. Complete information is available on the flyers page of our website. Donations for the pot luck will be greatly appreciated. Members will enjoy free admission; Non-members will be asked for $10 at the door. If you have not renewed your membership by January 31, you will be considered a non-member for admission.

February’s ‘Social Friday’ will take place on the 22nd at 7:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events Nomination of Club Officers and Elections are coming in March. Nominations will take place on March 14th. Election Night will take place on March 28. Members: Please plan to attend both meetings.

The Installation of Officers Dinner and Dance is scheduled for Friday, April 26, at Maestro’s. Tickets are $65 for members, $80 for non-members. Additional details will be available soon.

Applications for the Tony Mondesire Scholarship are now available. The forms are available in room 16 of Dreiser Loop Center at any of our monthly meetings, either the 2nd Thursday of every month or at the Board of Directors meetings on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and residents of the Bronx. Students must carry a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an accredited institution for at least one year. Applications must be returned by • ABSOLUTE LOWEST FEES • FREE CONSULTATION May 9, either by mail, or to a member of the Scholarship Board of Trustees.

• EVENING APPTS. AVAILABLE • FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS Membership renewals for this year are now past due. A penalty fee of $48 for • IMMEDIATE FILING the year ($4 a month) will be assessed for renewals.

Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details “COURTEOUS AND PROMPT SERVICE concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc.synthasite.com.

AT AN AFFORDABLE FEE” You may also email the club at SpanAmCCCC@ gmail.com or find us on Facebook (search for ‘spanamcccc’).

633 Lydig Ave • Bronx, NY —Carmen Rodriguez 1 block from Pelham Parkway & White Plains Road Accessible by #2 & #5 trains • #12, #22 & #39 buses

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Co-op City Times / February 2, 2019 Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us.

Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 45 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome.

Order of Services Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Co-op City Working Families Party Public Advocate Candidates Meet & Greet/ Forum February 17th A Public Advocate Forum and Meet & Greet co-sponsored by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing and the African American Association, will be held on Sunday, February 17, in Bartow, room 31.

The extended Meet & Greet will run throughout the afternoon from noon to 6:30 p.m. The forum will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All qualified candidates have been notified and all of those still in the running by February 17 are invited to participate. Get to know the candidates — up close and personal — before casting your vote in the special election on February 26th.

The Co-op City Working Families Mission As progressives, Co-op City Working Families members work to elect the most progressive candidates possible who will stand in the way of all regressive legislation.

As a civic action group, Co-op City Indivisible (an aspiring Co-op City certified community organization) promotes progressive causes.

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Save the Date Our next Working Families meeting is scheduled for February 20 in Bartow, room 28. Save the date and watch this space for details and the name of a very special guest! Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single and retired and still join the Co-op City Working Families Party. All progressives are welcome.

And be sure to look for flyers for the upcoming Public Advocate Candidates Meet & Greet/Forum on Sunday, February 17, Bartow, room 31, noon to 6:30 p.m. For more details, text or call 718-2192211 or email mpjazz@optonine.net.

—Mary Pearson

Stay Alert To Your Surroundings!

If You See Something, Say Something!

CCPD Emergency: 718-651-3050 or 9-1-1.

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330

Church of the New Vision

Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events/Programs February 9, time 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., there will be a free Black History Event Celebration sponsored by the NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210. Church of the New Vision will have a dinner sale of fish and/or chicken.

July 23-25 (Tuesday-Thursday). Join us on a three-day trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture with the Museum of the Bible. Double occupancy, $440/single occupancy, $560. The first bus is now full. Submit your deposit/payment as soon as possible to reserve your seat on bus two. See Sis. Brenda Brown, Bro. Anthony Davis or Sis. Terry Gavin or contact the church.

19 A Women’s Retreat is scheduled for October 1719, at Eddy’s Farm in Sparrow Bush, NY. This twoday event’s theme is “Just a Closer Walk with Thee;” double occupancy, $400 per person, single occupancy, $475, includes meals, transportation, workshops and retreat material. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due by February 24. We ask that each person bring one person.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Office: (718) 6718746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, email us at info.churchnewvisionbx@gmail.com or call the church office.

—Sis. Carol Haque

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez and our phone number is (718) 320-3795; leave a message, if no answer.

A Word From Pastor Sanchez: Arise, shine; for your light has come and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. Isaiah 60:1. This time of year is when we enter the Epiphany season meaning the “the light that has shined on us.” It is also a time for new beginnings in our church. New leadership to explore their gifts from God and their talents in the mission of the church. We will continue and push towards serving our community and strengthening our ministries. It is therefore, a time for hope, expectations of being open to being led by the Spirit of God through the sands of uncertainty and into a certain assuredness that only His grace can give. His light is shining bright upon us.

Schedule for Sundays - Come and Receive a Blessing: We have the English service starting at 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The bilingual services with communion will be on the first Sunday of each month at 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Children: Sunday School time will be at 9:45 a.m. Bring your children, they will have a great time while learning God’s word.

Adult: Sunday Bible Study in English will be at 8:45 a.m. and in Spanish at 10 a.m.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said: “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” —Matthew 18:20. Tuesday afternoon from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. is the Spanish Prayer/ Bible Study. Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. is the English Prayer Service. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children.

Friday Night is Fun Night for the Youth (ages 13 – 21): This is a great time for the youth of our community to learn God’s word and enjoy each other’s company and make new friends. Start time is from 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. There will also be many activities. Exciting things are happening. Also on Tuesday evenings, Pastor will be teaching the youth who are interested in becoming leaders, time will be 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Women’s Fellowship: It is on the first Saturday of each month. The group meets in room 43 at the Einstein Community Center in Section 5 at 10 a.m. Ladies, come and enjoy a great time in getting together.

God bless.

—Barbara Penn

Community Protestant Church

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

Regular Church Schedule Sunday School – 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service – Every first and third Sundays Noon Day Prayer – Hour of Power – Wednesday at 12:00 noon Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following program is at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) – Neighborhood Bible Study – Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School is now in session every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. – Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Worship Service begins at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to

spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant.

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays at 12:00 noon, you are cordially invited to NOON DAY PRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

Sunday, February 10, at 3:30 p.m. – Observance of Official Boards Day. Our Guest Preacher will be Rev. Willie Hairston, pastor, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Nyack, NY. All are welcome.

“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise; be thankful unto him and bless his name.” — Psalm 100:4 Community Protestant Church’s 50th Anniversary – 1969-2019 Theme: “Celebrating 50 Years of God’s Faithfulness Yesterday, Today and Forever.”

We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord!

The pastor and members of Community Protestant Church cordially invite you to celebrate with us on the following dates: 1. Our 50th Anniversary Banquet at Marina del Rey on Saturday, March 23, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tickets: $125.00.

2. Our 50th Anniversary Service on Sunday, April 7, at 11:00 a.m.

For tickets and/or additional information, please contact the church at (718) 862-9172.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Building 15B Association

Happy New Year! We hope that everyone had a healthy and happy new year.

Our next building association meeting will be on Thursday, February 7, at 7 p.m., in our meeting room in the rear lobby of Building 15B. Our guest speaker will be our new Chief Joseph Riley of Public Safety. Please come down with your concerns and he will gladly answer any 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. We will also have a 50/50 raffle. The next meeting, we will have a representative from the Fire Department. Information will be posted.

—Sandy Krasnove

Family Owned and Operated

• Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

• Casket Showroom on premises

• Cremations

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

All areas are handicapped accessible

Personalized & Professional Care • 53 Years Serving Our Community Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

Fax: 718-231-7665 www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

NOW WEBCASTING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ABROAD

Serving all cultures & faiths

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to worship with themat 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Tel. 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218.

Sundays: Sunday School for all age groups starts at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held each morning starting at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Prayer meeting and Bible study begins at 7:30 p.m. p.m.

Focus: The purpose of Pentecost: Acts 1: 1-8 The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, Until the day in which he was taken up, after that he through the Holy Ghost had given commandments unto to the apostles whom he had chosen. To whom also he showed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, been seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God: And, being assemble together with them, commanded them that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, saith he, ye have heard of me. For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, will thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? And He said unto them, it is not for you to know the time and seasons, which the father hath put in his own power. But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: And he shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.

Receiving the Holy Ghost is an essential part of salvation. It regenerates believers through the new birth experience, and it enlightens, and encourages them in their new life with Christ.

Jesus told Nicodemus a ruler of the Jews: Verily, Verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of the water and of the spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the spirit is spirit. (St. John 3:5-6) The power believers receive when they are filled with the Holy Ghost in (Acts1: 8) not only empowers them as witnesses, but it also enables them to connect with Christ daily in relationship and spiritual life. The Holy Spirit is a believer’s spiritual life line. Our day is one of unprecedented allurements of the world and temptations of the flesh. Perhaps worldly temptations are no worse in substance or in number today than in previous generations. However, the present multimedia culture with the advent of computers, internets, and smarts phones delivers a multitude of temptations directly to individuals. Surrounded by such temptations, it is essential for today’s believers to have an —Rev. R. Sibblies empowering daily relationship with Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.

Open Door Ministries Bring your Nothing to God Full sermon at opendoorministries.net

2 Kings 4:1 One day the widow of a member of the group of prophets came to Elisha and cried out, “My husband who served you is dead, and you know how he feared the LORD. But now a creditor has come, threatening to take my two sons as slaves.” 2 “What can I do to help you?” Elisha asked. “Tell me, what do you have in the house?” “Nothing at all, except a flask of olive oil,” she replied. 3 And Elisha said, “Borrow as many empty jars as you can from your friends and neighbors.

4 Then go into your house with your sons and shut the door behind you. Pour olive oil from your flask into the jars, setting each one aside when it is filled.” 5 So she did as she was told. Her sons kept bringing jars to her, and she filled one after another. 6 Soon every container was full to the brim!

“Bring me another jar,” she said to one of her sons. “There aren’t any more!” he told her. And then the olive oil stopped flowing. 7 When she told the man of God what had happened, he said to her, “Now sell the olive oil and pay your debts, and you and your sons can live on what is left over.”

She came with nothing – the widow had no hope and no one to care for her.

Faithful in service – she reminds the prophet that her husband had been faithful in life.

Slaves to credit – Debt had overcome them, with no provider they succumbed to borrowing.

Children used as pawns – as we still see today, the most vulnerable pay the penalty.

Planning for death – how often we forget to leave a legacy and instead we leave a burden.

The prophet inquires as to desire – we need to know our need, admit what you want.

What do you have, that you feel is nothing – we often have more than we know.

Adding nothing to nothing – the widow asked for more nothing believing the prophet.

Shut the door; stop telling people your business – not everyone cares about your situation.

Some things are only between you and God – meetings with God are often secret.

The prophet proclaims the miracle done – his faith knew that God would provide.

Speak faith when you have nothing else – talk life to what is dead.

Her faith is now on a God level; she asks for more nothing – her faith is restored.

There was an unseen river of oil – the Holy spirit superabundantly providing Pay off your debt and live wisely – don’t think you have tomorrow, plan today.

Sunday Services are at 11 a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program offers free Counseling. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ. —Pastor Luis Ramos

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptist church.org.

You are invited to join us for a mid-week spiritual pickup at our worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m.

Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon.

Prayer Service is also held on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Everyone is invited to join us from the comfort of their home for an hour of prayer. Using available technology, prayer service is held using a conference call line. On Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m., you can call 563-999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter “660065” and you will be connected.

Prayer Service is not held on the first Friday of the month.

On Sunday, February 10, the Hospitality Ministry will celebrate their 8th Anniversary at our 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Bishop Freeman, pastor of Emanuel Church for All People, NY, NY. Their theme is “Greeting Our Brothers and Sisters with Love,” Romans 12:13. We invite all to attend.

On Sunday, February 17, the First Lady’s Ministry will celebrate their 23rd anniversary at our 11 a.m. service. Their guest speaker will be Rev. Martha Story from Philadelphia, PA. Their theme for the day is “Blessed by God,” –Psalm 1:1.

All are welcome to attend.

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

CSO Contact Numbers

Cooperators who live in Buildings 1-14, may contact CSO 1 in Dreiser, Room 6, at (718) 320-3300, and follow the prompts.

CSO 2 covers Buildings 15-25 and is located in the Bartow Community Center, Room B. The office may be contacted by calling (718) 320-3300, and follow the prompts.

CSO 3 covers Buildings 26-35 and is located in Room 37 in the Einstein Center. The office can be reached by calling (718) 320-3300 and follow the prompts.

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

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Caregiver Support Group 1:00 p.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 1st & 3rd Tues.

Health & Wellness Support Group Paola Computer Class JASA main 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. office, 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m.

Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Wed., 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Games 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 – 11 a.m.

Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Computer Class JASA main office 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Smartphone Class Beginner – 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.; Intermediate 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bartow main office Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fri., Feb. 8

Thu., Feb. 7

Mon., Feb. 4

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m.

Word Search 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Bingo 1-3 p.m., rm. 35 Diabetes Support Group 2nd Mon-

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m.

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

Health & Wellness Support Group Bartow Center 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. JASA Main Office Arthritis Exercises11 a.m.-noon Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Tues., Feb. 5

Einstein Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Wed., Feb. 6

Bartow Room 31 unless otherwise noted

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bartow Main Office

MENU

Dreiser Room 7 unless otherwise noted Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., rm. 2 Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., rm. 4 Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11:00 a.m., rm. 7

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1:00 p.m. – Last

day, 1:00 p.m.

Monday of the month

Computer Class for Beg, Int. & Adv., 9:30 a.m.

Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 8 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., rm. 7 Cultural Dance 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Matinee 1:00 p.m., rm. 7

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

(New) Body in motion w/Ola 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., in the Computer Lab Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Sewing 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., rm. 35, 10:30 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m., rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure 10-11:30 a.m., 1st & 3rd rm. 8 Line Dancing, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Drama Club 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Pokeno 2-4 p.m., rm. 35 Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10 11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Meditative Moments 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., rm. 8 Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Bingo 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., rm. 7

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

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

Women’s Line Dancing 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Chat Session 10 a.m.

Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 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.

JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Payments for trips can be made at all three centers. Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – JASA will not accept checks under $5.

In order to participate in any JASA Senior Activities or go on any senior trips, you must be a member of JASA. You may pick up an application in the main office of any of the three senior centers.

(FREE) LiveOn NY - SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., Feb. 8 & 22, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., JASA main office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come! First served!

Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

Due to a lack of participation, trips to St. Mary’s Pool will be postponed until the Spring.

Yoga Classes in the Bartow main office, 2049 Bartow Ave. on Mondays, 11a.m.-12 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementia Workshop series – Please join us on Mon., Feb. 4, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. in the JASA NORC office, 2049 Bartow Ave. Free giveaway! Must attend both classes to receive the giveaway. To register, contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252, or jreynoso@jasa.org.

Empire Casino – Tues., Feb. 5, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. (waiting list).

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Apple juice Pepper steak Chinese style spaghetti Cabbage w/shredded carrots Canned pineapple Whole wheat bread Alt: Tuna salad

Beef brisket w/tomatoes & onions Broccoli & Red peppers Instant mashed potatoes

Orange juice Chicken Shawarma (oven roasted) Pita halves Israeli salad Fresh fruit Alt: Baked falafel patties

Baked mushroom chicken Yellow rice Baby carrots w/parsley

Orange pineapple juice (Spanish style) Turkey burger Homemade roast Whole wheat pork hamburger bun Roasted vegetable Potato salad couscous Tossed salad w/dress- Steamed cauliflower ing, Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad Orange juice Breaded Fillet of Sole fish, Curried chicken legs Bulgur salad Black beans & rice Creamy spinach Cabbage w/shredded Whole wheat bread carrots Fresh fruit Alt: Turkey salad Apple juice Spanish style roast chicken Fish w/creole sauce Beet salad Rice w/vegetables Challah bread Sautéed spinach Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

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

Upcoming Events/Trips

Tai Chi for Arthritis 8-week course – 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 2 starting Wed., Feb. 6, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. & Fridays, 9:40 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. For any additional information and to register, call 718-320-1345.

Walmart – Wed., Feb. 6, $15; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. (waiting list).

Costco – Thurs., Feb. 7, $5; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Stew Leonard’s – Fri., Feb. 8, $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Chronic Disease Self-Management 6-Week Workshop – Tues., Feb. 12, Feb. 19, Mar. 5, Mar. 12, Mar. 19 and April 2; 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 31. Gifts for participants who complete the six-week workshop.

Call 718-320-2066 to register.

Aldi – Wed., Feb. 13, $3; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Central Ave. – Thurs., Feb. 14, $13 (Christmas Tree Store, Trader Joe’s and Amazing Savings), Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

(Free) Einstein Loop Senior Center Black History Month Celebration Art Show – Fri., Feb. 15, 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 38, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Very light refreshments.

Bartow/Einstein Senior Centers Game Day – Sat., Feb. 16, $2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sign-up at the Bartow or Einstein centers for lunch. Kosher is available

by request.

Trip Cancelled – Refunds to be given – National Museum of African American History, Wash., DC. Einstein Senior Center presents: “Putting on the Hits with the Olettes,” Wed., Feb. 27. Hits from Diana Ross, Teddy Pendergrass, Tina Turner, Etta James, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas & other artists; 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 45, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tickets: $4 in advance & $5 at the door. Tickets will be available at all three senior centers by Tues., Feb. 19. Light refreshments will be served.

Philadelphia Flower Show – Wed., Mar. 6, $120.

Motor Coach transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein Loop, 8:30 a.m. Trip includes flower show w/hands on demonstrations, market place shopping and an all-you-can-eat buffet luncheon at the Golden Corral. Depart destination, 4 p.m.

Payments due no later than Thurs., Jan. 31. No refunds.

“Menopause the Musical” at the Westchester Broadway Theater – Thurs., Mar. 14, $62. (cash only). Come join our sisterhood! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s will have you cheering & dancing in the aisles!

Lunch begins 11:15 a.m. sharp. Show starts at 1 p.m.

Coach bus, only 35 seats available. Menu: tbd. Pickups: Dreiser, 9:15; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. Depart destination: 3 p.m. No refunds. Payment (Continued on page 23) deadline, Thurs., Feb. 28.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

JASA Events/Trips

Senior Day @ the High Point Country Club – Montague, NJ, Wed., April 17, $90. Pick-ups: Dreiser, 8 a.m.; Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein, 8:30 a.m.

Enjoy a fun-filled Hawaiian Theme Day at beautiful High Point, full breakfast & full course dinner, two shows. All activities, including bingo, dancing, tennis, bocce ball & more. Coach bus, 50 seats available.

Depart destination, 4:30 p.m. No refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., Mar. 29.

Ain’t Misbehaving’ – Wednesday, February 13, at 9 a.m. The day before Valentine’s Day at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. A day of theatre and dining.

Price, $89. Experience the heart and soul of 1920s and 1930s Harlem, NY. Enjoy the rhythms of Swing, Ragtime, Jazz and music of Thomas ‘’Fat” Waller. You’ll be Jumpin’ and Jivin.’ Money due by January 23. A second bus was ordered so everyone on the waiting list can go. Buses leaving Einstein at 9 a.m., Asch Loop at 9:10 a.m. and Dreiser at 9:20 a.m. If buses don’t make it due to bad weather, all money will be refunded.

Motown Tribute – Tuesday, March 26, at Villa Roma Resorts, Callicoon, NY. Price, $89. Time, 8 a.m. at our usual bus stops. Come have a delicious meal, a great show, and bingo or shopping. Entree choices are: London broil with mushrooms, chicken parmigiana over linguini, or broiled cod with

FYI: Our Membership meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 11, 1:00 p.m.in Dreiser Center, room 9. Our guest will be Helen Rice from Montefiore Hospital; working in a department reporting on the effects of memory loss in Seniors.

Good & Welfare – Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home.

2019 Tour Activities February 6: Westchester Broadway Theater Lunch and Show – The show is “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” – $115. Full payment due now; Arrive at 8:30 a.m. – Asch Loop in front of the library; leaving at 9:00 a.m.

April 1-12: Panama Canal, 11-night Cruise on the Norwegian Jade – Price includes roundtrip flight to Miami (FL.); ports of call include Cantagina, Columbia; Panama Canal/Gatein Lake; Puerto Limon; Roatan Bay Islands; Harvest Cape, Costa Maya, Mexico; 3 days at sea; valid passport is required; all meals on board the ship. Insurance available; sold out. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

June 23-28: Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa (Canada’s Capital City) – 6 days/5 nights includes Motor Coach transportation; guided tours, 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners, and much more – $699/person, Double; $929, Single ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

September 17-19: Ride the Rails in West Virginia – Ride 2 trains in one day: The Cheat Mountain Salamander and the Durbin Rocket; 3 days/2 nights; 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners; $539/ person, Double; $708, Single ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

Attention: When signing up for the above trips, please give your name, phone number and a deposit.

Checks/money orders made payable to AARP Chapter 4997 with the name of the trip in the memo section of your check/money order. Room 0 (Dreiser Community Center) is opened Monday or Thursday, noon – 3 p.m. for checks to be dropped off (in an envelope w/Group/Trip Leader Name). They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader.

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

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Villa Roma Senior Day BBQ in Callacoon, NY – Wed., May 29, $82. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. Coffee & Danish on arrival, buffet bbq luncheon from 1 p.m.2 p.m., DJ & dancing, 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Enjoy swimming, bocce, shuffleboard & so much more. Depart destination, 4 p.m. Coach bus, 50 seats available.

No refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., May 10.

Provencal sauce. Appetizer: fruit cup & italian wedding soup. If you select to play bingo, remain seated in the theatre and bingo will start. $2 a card. If you choose not to play bingo, you may go shopping or attend the game room. Enjoy, once again, the Temptations, 4 Tops, Michael Jackson and more of the Motown singers. Money due by March 6.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Time: 1:15 p.m.-3:30 p.m. in our club room 39.

Members only. Admission: $5.00 for three cards, 12 games and jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each.

Refreshments available. Sunday bingo on January 27.

Pokeno – Every Tuesday, at l p.m. to 3 p.m.

Members only. $1 is collected for refreshments.

WiFi available.

Game Day – Thursdays our club room is set up for our members to play games: mahjong, dominoes,

Goose Island Seniors

BUNDLE UP! Please dress warmly during these cold winter days. Offer to help your neighbors who may not be able to get out to the store. kalooki, Wii tennis, bowling, and more, from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Members may bring a friend or two). $1 collected for refreshments. WiFi available.

Karaoke – Also on Tuesdays and Thursdays from l p.m.-3 p.m. with Stephen in room 45. Come sing or listen to a free concert. All are welcome.

To all members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrate their day in the month of February: Dorothy Gilliard, Mitzi (Ida) Cleare, George Vasquez, Hilda Corazo, Joyce Chaney, Lucila Correa, Aida Gonzalez and Littie Holt.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room 39 (mornings); Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (evenings); Mon., Wed. & Fri., 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Tue. & Thu., 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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Co-op City Times / February 2, 2019 Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

El pastor, Fernando Figueroa, would like to extend a warm invitation to you and your family. If you are looking for a church of fellowship and to worship our Lord Jesus Christ; if you are lonely, hurt, depressed and you need deliverance or freedom our doors are open to bring you to the one that is available and capable of healing you. Jesus Christ is the answer. He loves you so much that he left his throne of glory to save you. The purpose of us being here is to help those in need, those seeking for an answer. Jesus came to set us free.

Isaias 41:10 No temas, porque yo estoy contigo; no desmayes, porque yo soy tu Dios que te esfuerzo; siempre te ayudaré, siempre te sustentaré con la diestra de mi justicia.

El pastor Fernando Figueroa le extiende una cordial invitación a usted y su familia. Si usted esta buscando una iglesia para congregarse y buscarla dirección de Dios, nuestras puertas estan abierta. Si te sientes solo, herido, deprimido, maltratado Jesús Cristo es Ia repuesta. El te ama tanto que dejo su trono de Gloria para salvarte y perdonar tus pecados.

John 10:9 says, “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.”

Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, room 33.

Juan 10:9 dice, “Yo soy La puerta. Si alguien entra por mí, él será salvo, entrar y salir y encontrar pastos.”

Nuestra iglesia se encuentra en el centro comunitario de 135 Einstein Loop, salon 33.

Services Offered Tuesdays – Worship Service: 8 p.m.

Fridays – Bible Study: 8 p.m.

Sundays – Bible Class: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Service at 12 p.m.

Every second Saturday of the month, we offer “Prayer Saturdays” from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Communion is the first Sunday of the month God bless you and remember, Jesus Loves you.

Servicios ofrecidos Martes – Servicio de adoración: 8 p.m.

Viernes – Estudios Bíblico: 8 p.m.

Domingos – Clase de Biblia: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Servicio a 12:00 p.m.

Ofrecemos “Sábados de Ia Oración” cad a 2do Sabado del mes a las 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

La comunión es el 1er Domingo del mes Que Dios te bendigo y recuerda que Dios te ama.

—Pastor Fernando Figueroa

Iglesia Cristiano Marcos 16:15

Family of God Church

Last week as we celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a thought occurred to me and that thought was where would the Church in America be if we had kept producing Martin Luther King Jrs.? Where would we be even in the next 30 yrs. as Christians and as a society if we started now to produce en masse Dr. Martin King Jrs.? Of course, no one can be a carbon copy of another. Consequently, I am not suggesting that the church produce exact replicas of Dr. King. However, I am indicating that it would be nice for the church to produce people who truly have the courage to act as Dr. King acted in the face of injustice.

Some say the church is losing its place in American society today. I believe that if the church produced people who do more than talk but move, such a perspective would not persist in the minds of people. The Bible tells us that Jesus had a threefold ministry in Galilee. It says in Matthew 4:23, “And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.”

Jesus didn’t just preach to people to give them inspiration. He didn’t just teach people to give them information. But Jesus also healed people to give them alleviation. He acted to make a difference in people’s everyday life circumstances.

More than being a follower of Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr. was a follower of Jesus. “In the quiet recesses of my heart, I am fundamentally a clergyman, a Baptist preacher,” King once wrote. “This is my being and my heritage for I am also the son of a Baptist preacher, the grandson of a Baptist preacher and the great-grandson of a Baptist preacher.” Out of his Christian identity, Dr. King sought to make people’s lives better. You and I can do the same.

What can you do? Perhaps you can join the NAACP (NAACP.org) today.

Perhaps you can find a way to be a mentor or tutor. Perhaps you can work on a social action initiative or a short-term project at your church or in the community to enhance the quality-of-life for the least, the last and the left out. Perhaps you can join our work in Co-op City as we launch our Kingsmen program for young men ages 9 to 17.

Family of God Schedule Join us for February 17 at 1 p.m. for F.O.G.’s “Welcome to the Living Room: A Family, Faith and Fellowship Experience!” (Dreiser, rm. 1). Refreshments.

Join us February 24 at 1 p.m. (Dreiser, rm. 4) for “Keeping it Four Hundred: A Black History Celebration!” Dinner will be served.

—Pastor DeQuincy Hentz

Building 6 Association

I talk to the CSO office about the water proofing construction in our building and they told me phase one will be done by February 4. Phase one is the work they are doing now on one side of the building. They also told me that Phase two, the other side of our building, will start Feb. 5.

The laundry room closes at 10 p.m. You need to be finished and out by then so the CCPD officer can lock it up.

I am looking forward to our building association room being reopened soon after phase one of the construction has been done. It will need to be cleaned from all the construction dirt and other work that has been done to the room to make sure it is safe for all of us to go back in there again.

I would like to send “Get Well” wishes to Barbara Hall who is in NYU Hospital, and Margaret McKinney who fell in her apartment and is in the hospital, too. I want to wish the both of them a speedy recovery.

I hope everyone enjoys the Super Bowl this Sunday, Feb. 3.

—Jeffrey Schwartz

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule 1. Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9:00 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

We look forward to welcoming you to church tomorrow, Sunday, February 3, at 9:00 a.m. when we will celebrate the fourth Sunday after The Epiphany. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson, who will be the preacher and celebrant.

2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting l5-minute midday service starting promptly at noon.

3. On Thursdays, Father Johnson will be available for telephone calls and visitations, interactive discussions on various topics in the Bible (11 a.m. to noon), followed by a very short noon-day service.

4. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., and we are always looking for new members.

Acolytes: The church needs Acolytes. If anyone is interested in becoming an Acolyte, please speak with Victoria after service.

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. All women in the church are invited to attend and participate in planning the activities of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

Reminders Blessed Absalom Jones Celebration at the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine on Saturday, February 9, at 10:30 a.m. If you plan to attend, please speak with Merville.

Upcoming Fundraising Events Saturday, April 6: Washington, D.C. Deluxe Motor-coach trip to Museum of the Bible. The Museum claims to have amassed one of the largest assemblies of biblical artifacts and text in the world. Buffet luncheon and museum admission, $120.00 per person. A non-refundable deposit of $60 will hold your seat. Balance due March 3. Departure time 6:30 a.m. from Dreiser Loop.

We are having a cake sale on Saturday, February 23, starting at noon. Please come out and purchase some of our baked goodies.

Stay tuned for other events.

General Information Last week Sunday, our Annual General Meeting went very well. Tanya Stephenson and Valrie Payne were elected Wardens. Janice Joseph was elected for another three-year term on the vestry, and Glynis Bruce was re-elected as treasurer. Kudos to the organizers of the meeting!

Advent folders and pledge cards are now available. Please pray on your ability to pledge, complete your cards and return them to the church as soon as possible. Bear in mind that a workable budget depends largely on your commitment.

Outreach Program Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. This program is in desperate need of food. At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all the above, please call the church at 718-3200844. You may also visit our website: http://www.stjosephsecbronx.org for other information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“In you, O Lord, have I taken refuge; *let me never be ashamed” —Psalm 71:1 —Merville Chambers

The Co-op City Times now accepts credit and debit cards for advertising purchases.

Call 718-320-3300, ext 3384 for more information.

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Public Safety

website you can learn how you can help to eliminate drunk driving and prevent unnecessary deaths.

Also remember here in Co-op City there are many people with disabilities.

Please treat all people the same regardless of their disability. All disabilities are not visible so someone you meet may need some extra assistance. The Department of Public Safety strives to keep all persons safe and healthy regardless of their physical or mental disability.

February is known as Boost-Your-Self-Esteem-Month, Children’s Dental Health Month and Heart and Stroke Month. February 4, 2019 is World Cancer Day. February is also known as Eating Disorder Awareness Week, National Therapeutic Recreation Week and White Cane Week presented by the Canadian Council of the Blind. It is a good opportunity to learn about various medical conditions so you can help yourself or a friend with a disability or medical condition.

The Public Safety Department would like to thank members of the community who took the time to notify this department and call 911 when they saw something suspicious. These calls continue to be essential in our battle against crime. Remember “If you see something, say something”. Call 911 and the Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050. You do not have to give your name, all information is kept confidential. Visit CCPD on Twitter @CCPDnyc to see what is happening here in Co-op City.

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Be Fire Smart: Tips for High-Rise Apartment Dwellers

Fire safety should be as much a part of high-rise apartment living as a panoramic view, elevators or doormen. Some apartments have smoke alarms and others have security systems, but these devices alone do not provide complete fire safety. High-rise apartment residents should develop and practice a fire escape plan.

Fire drills should be held so that each member of the family knows the location of all exit stairwells and how to get to them as quickly as possible. Special provisions should be made for the elderly and the very young by assigning another member of the family to help them escape safely.

Here are some additional fire safety tips for high-rise apartment dwellers: • If a fire occurs, do not panic. Staying calm will increase chances of survival.

• Remember that smoke rises. It also kills.

• Even if you can tolerate the smoke while standing, it is safer to crawl to the door.

• Do not open the door until you have checked to be sure there isn't fire on the other side. Feel the door knob. If it is hot, the fire may be just outside your door.

• Brace your shoulder or foot against the door and open with extreme caution. Should you be confronted with a high concentration of super-heated air or smoke, close the door immediately.

• If the hall is passable, use one of your pre-designated escape routes.

• Do not waste time gathering personal belongings, but shut the door and take your key.

• Do not use the elevator. It may stall due to heat or loss of power.

• If you must use an inside stairwell, check for smoke before entering the stairwell.

• If the stairwell is safe to enter, WALK downward, do not run. Hold onto wall or handrail to prevent falling.

• If your escape route is blocked, it may be safer to return to your apartment.

• If you must return to your apartment or remain in your apartment because escape routes are blocked, open a window slightly to let smoke escape. Do not break the window because you may need to close it if there is smoke on the outside.

• Do not jump. You may not survive the fall.

• If you must remain in the apartment, close all vents and air ducts. Wet towels and sheets and stuff them around the doors.

The best thing an alert apartment dweller can do is to practice safety at all times: never block windows or doors with heavy furniture; eliminate potential fire hazards by not allowing trash to accumulate in the apartment or around the building; keep kitchen air ducts free of grease; don't store flammable materials in the apartment.

GO to your outside meeting place and stay there. Call the Fire department.

If someone is trapped in the building, notify the fire department. If you can’t get out of your apartment because of fire, smoke or a disability, STUFF wet towels or sheets around the door and vents to keep smoke out. CALL the Fire department and tell them where you are. OPEN a window slightly and wave a bright cloth to signal your location. Be prepared to close the window if it makes the smoke condition worse.

Fire department evacuation of a high-rise building can take a long time.

Communicate with the Fire department to monitor evacuation status.

Opportunities

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Job#/Position

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Responsibilities include posting of monthly payments; contact with residential tenants regarding their accounts; compliance with legal action/court stipulations, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus.

2. 3 – 5 years previous accounting/bookkeeping experience.

3. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills.

4. Knowledge of Yardi system is a plus.

5. Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop; as well as lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

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Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

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Non-Union

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Position Profile & Duties

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1. BS degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field or High School/GED and 10 – 15 years of experience in advanced skills training in supervising, electrical, plumbing and other building trades areas.

2. Minimum 10 years of steel/construction supervision experience; general building construction experience in all trade areas (Building, Construction and Architectural), including five or more years’ experience under a state licensed builder/contractor.

3. Excellent time and project management skills 4. Familiarity with construction management software packages and ability to read architectural and structural drawings.

5. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-43 Site Supervisor (Full Time)

Construction

Non-Union

Open until filled

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day duties in the landscaping, maintenance of and general upkeep of company grounds and property greens as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. Six years of masonry/construction supervisory experience, which included general building maintenance experience in all trades areas, and which also included four or more years’ apprenticeship under a state licensed builder/contractor.

2. Minimum of 5 years of field experience with NeoGard/Sika product application and process as a certified applicator is a plus.

3. Working knowledge with project management programs.

4. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

5. Bi-Lingual is a plus.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Job#/Position 18-44 Inspector/Foreman (Full Time)

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Construction

Non-Union

Open until filled

Position Profile & Duties

Responsible for supervision of construction and various work crews on site. Duties will consist of planning, implementing and overseeing of various construction projects, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor/Advanced degree is a plus 2. At least five (5) years’ experience in the Construction field.

3. Knowledge of SBS modified bitumen systems and familiarity with all OSHA safety rules/regulations, including protections bridges, scaffolds, etc. and have ability to read blueprints.

4. Working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite.

5. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

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