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The first step in the actions you can take to increase the likelihood that your package arrives at its destination is to ensure that the address is accurate and complete when you are placing your order. Always include the apartment number when entering your address. Early Co-op City addresses only included the floor but not the letter of the apartment. Cooperators should ensure that their mailing address always includes the full apartment including the letter of your apartment. Using the “Zip plus 4” is also a good idea. So many different delivery companies and merchants offering their own delivery service can be observed daily in Co-op City.

If you are hand writing an address on a package, be sure to write clearly, print in all capital letters, if possible. This is true for any packages you may send or receive. If a package from a merchant used regularly arrives with an error in the address, be sure to notify the merchant for correction. Be sure to share all of the above information with friends and family members who might be sending you mail or packages.

When ordering online, pay attention to the expected delivery time. Some merchants are better than others at giving a reliable delivery date. Plan for the delivery window to be for a time you expect to be home. Some merchants provide one or two-day delivery and are accurate in regards to these projections. These projected delivery dates are never 100% accurate but can often give an idea of when the package will arrive.

Ordering items online can be a convenient option but there has been a significant increase in reports of stolen packages in Co-op City, New York City, and,

Public Safety Blotter

January 23 – January 28, 2023

January 23 –

140 Benchley Place

A cooperator reported that a package with delivery confirmation was removed from in front of her apartment door by an unknown individual without her permission.

120 DeKruif Place

A cooperator reported that a package for which she received delivery confirmation was removed from in front of her apartment door by an unknown individual without her permission.

Benchley Place Area

CCPD responded to a report of possible shots fired in the vicinity of Buildings 23 through 25. A canvas of the area by CCPD yielded negative results. A CCPD Sergeant observed a white colored vehicle fleeing the scene towards Co-op City Blvd.

January 24 –

Rear of 120 Benchley Place

While on routine patrol, CCPD observed a vehicle with the window rolled down with the steering wheel cover removed by an unknown individual. The owner of the vehicle was notified and advised to notify NYPD for report purposes.

140 Benchley Place

A cooperator reported a package with delivery confirmation was removed from in front of his apartment door by an unknown individual without his permission.

120 Einstein Loop

CCPD and FDNY responded to a complaint of a gas odor. Upon arrival, it was confirmed and a forced entry was made to correct the condition. A community complaint was issued for Abuse of Equipment on premises.

January 25 –

Co-op City Blvd./Carver Loop

A cooperator reported that upon starting his parked vehicle, a loud noise was observed. The cooperator’s mechanic states that he was missing the catalytic converter to his vehicle. Dreiser Mall

An individual was arrested for harassing members of the office of US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. CCPD were the first on the scene to hold the individual for the NYPD’s 45 Precinct and Intelligence Division. CCPD also acted as liaison for the Capitol Police who are monitoring the situation.

January 26 –

100 Bellamy Loop

CCPD responded to a noise complaint of excessively loud music during the early morning hours. A community complaint was issued for the violation.

120 Dreiser Loop

CCPD performed a forced entry into an apartment whose shareholder left the bathroom faucet running causing a flood into the apartment below. A community complaint was issued for Abuse of Premises.

120 Elgar Place in fact, it is an expanding national issue. Public Safety patrols the buildings but Co-op City is a large complex with many buildings with many floors and hallways. It is best if you can minimize the amount of time your package spends in the hallway. You can request delivery with a signature from certain delivery methods. Ask a trusted neighbor to be on the look out for your packages and do the same for them. Try to order items to arrive at a time when someone will be home. Both Amazon and UPS have secure drop boxes in Co-op City and the surrounding areas. Amazon is one company that allows its subscription members to select one day of the week to receive all of their deliveries.

A cooperator reported that a package for which she received delivery confirmation was removed from in front of her apartment door by an unknown individual without her permission.

BLOTTER BONUS: Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. We can all use a pause from the everyday hustle, bustle, and stress. So let’s spend a little time with loved ones who bring us joy and solace. Let’s all do our part… and show some heart..

Contact the merchant if you learn that your package ended up at an incorrect address. Notify the merchant for resolution. Also, be wary of texts regarding an attempted delivery. Never click on a text or email about a package delivery, unless you are, in fact, expecting a delivery. Clicking on a text or email can download malware or spyware onto your device. For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council at 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor, Washington, DC 20036; (202)466-6267 or on their website,www.ncpc.org

Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 6713050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. Enjoy a safe and healthy final day of summer 2022. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website.

Always be prepared for potential power outages, remember to stock emergency supplies for all members of your family. You should always have a threeday supply of bottled water, flashlights, and batteries. You should also keep on hand a supply of non-perishable, ready-to eat food. Never use candles for a power outage. Candles can be knocked over and catch fire to flammable materials resulting in a potentially catastrophic secondary disaster.

Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department do not permit barbecuing in within 10 feet of any residential building. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that bike riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted. This includes electric bicycles and scooters, including the rental type available in the community. Remember to stay safe this summer, especially near pools, beaches and other bodies of water, and if no lifeguards are on duty.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and follow the current recommendations from New York City Department of Health and the CDC. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. Avoid getting into confrontations with neighbors regarding the wearing of masks or vaccination status. Be responsible for yourself, your family and your guests.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties.

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

Contract Opportunities

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site

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

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Director’s Viewpoint – Daryl Johnson Board Meeting Review, 1/25/2023

We had a relatively calm board meeting on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. So, let’s see what happened during that meeting.

Productive Board Meetings

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It was interesting to see that our last board meeting on January 25, 2023 was relatively calm. And, I make this statement because we had some big arguments during our previous meetings. But, think, why should there be big arguments during a board meeting? Look, one of the main things is that all directors should promote respect.

Now, let’s review some of the issues that we had and see if we can make some improvements in the way that our board meetings are conducted. Let’s say that a director has two minutes to address the board about a matter. So, do you think that a problem might occur if other directors start talking out loud? Absolutely! Think, why are you talking out loud when you know that another director is addressing the board?

So, you might not like what the other director is saying. But, my suggestion is to keep quiet and wait for your turn to talk. There are fifteen directors on our board. So, is it possible that everyone might have their own opinion about an issue? Absolutely! Therefore, let’s make our board meetings more productive by showing respect towards one another.

Insurance Resolution

We had a board meeting on January 25, 2023. Nevertheless, a resolution was created that stated that our commercial general liability insurance policies were expiring with two insurance companies on January 31, 2023. Now, STOP! Why do you think that these two dates were so close together? Do you think that there could be a problem with the timing of our board voting on this resolution and the expiration date of these two policies?

The Co-op City Times then reported that the majority of the board voted yes for this resolution. Therefore, they voted yes to renewing our policies with the same two insurance companies. However, I voted no. But, a big issue is that the resolution does not say that

Riverbay used a broker for these transactions. A broker? Yes!!! Additionally, the resolution didn’t say that Riverbay had to pay a very large sum of money to a broker. Broker price? Hey, that information can’t be disclosed.

Bottom line: Riverbay simply renewed their policies with these same two companies. Regardless, a broker was used for those transactions. And, that broker made a lot of money. In fact, that broker made far more money off of these two transactions than most people here make in several years. So, do you see why I voted no for this resolution? Do you see why I publish strong viewpoints about our finances and the way that we transact business?

Updated Apartment Restoration Costs

Previously, Riverbay was paying about $15,000 to restore a 1-bedroom apartment. Now, since that time, four companies have submitted prices to restore a 1-bedroom apartment in our community. So, let’s just say that Riverbay is now paying about $18,000 for labor and materials just to restore a 1-bedroom apartment.

But, think, how can this price be justified when Riverbay is charging the former shareholders for damages. Additionally, Riverbay is taking three months of current carrying charges out of the equity from the shareholders that move out of here. So, based on these facts, why would any housing corporation pay $18,000 just to restore a 1-bedroom apartment? Apartment upgrades? Can you imagine how much money we could make if we could charge new shareholders for apartment upgrades?

Care About Your Pets in a Better Way

Caring for a pet can be challenging at times. Regardless, pet owners need to understand that they need to make provisions for their pet if something goes wrong. Now, let’s review some serious issues surrounding a recent incident that occurred here.

To start, what is going to happen to your pet if you have to go to a hospital for an extended period of time? Have you made arrangements with anyone about caring for your pet if something happens to you? How

Section 4 Partnership

Our next gathering will take place on Friday, February 24, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Black History Month little known fact: Kurtis Walker, professionally known by his stage name Kurtis Blow, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record/film producer, b-boy, DJ, public speaker and minister. He is the first commercially successful rapper and the first to sign with a major record label. AKA “Kurt” back in his High School of Music & Art days once lived right here in Section 4 in the Broun Place Townhouses. (Photo at right courtesy of Fidlar Music) Building Associations and Committees

We must all (in every section and every building) show up for our Building Associations and committees. We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes of video conferencing, but that is no excuse not to show up. It is even more of a reason to attend because you do not even have to leave your home. You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared community. Think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved this year.

Anytime Gift Idea!

50th Anniversary T-Shirts!

Yes, we still have some left. These are definitely collector’s items. These shirts make a great gift any time of the year. If you do not have one, make sure you get one, or two! Many buildings are celebrating 50 years of existence, making up the largest cooperative in the country. The shirts are beautiful and on sale now with the Section 4 Partnership logo on the back. You will be proud to wear it. If you would like one or two, contact us byemailing: section4partnership@gmail.com or phone: 347-915-4939.

S4P Mission Statement

The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures that proactively embraces greatness and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire and mobilize our community in unity to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

“All of us divided by each one of us equals a force for good.”

––Michelle Marbury would you feel if a pet was left in anyone’s apartment for two weeks with no food to eat and no water to drink? Additionally, there were other apartment issues that were too horrible to print. So, let’s see if we can make some improvements here.

Can you call our Public Safety department at 718671-3050 and sign up for the RUOK program? This way, an officer can check up on you if you don’t answer your phone. Also, can your family help you and your pet? If yes, then, please keep that family love going and help one another. Then, fortunately, we have counselors in our Bartow mall that can help you. So, please reach out so that you can receive some good help. And, please remember that your community cares about you, your family, and your pet. Thank you.

Verizon FiOS

Verizon is eager to start working in our buildings. So, let’s see what happens.

Our Next General Manager

There has been a lot of wild talk about who is going to be our next general manager. However, the truth is that no one knows at this point. And, the reason is that the next executive general manager or management team will make their own decision about this matter. Stay tuned.

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The board will interview and choose our next executive general manager or our next management team. Personally, I will ask a lot of questions about improving our finances and how they can reform the way that we conduct business here.

Thank you.

Contact Information

Please send a letter to: Board Director Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@riverbayboard.com.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.