Co-op City Times 2/23/19 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 54 No. 8

Public Advocate Candidates Appeal to Co-op City Voters At Forum Co-op City Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, along with the African-American Association and Working Families of Co-op City, presented a forum for New York City Public Advocate candidates who are on the Tuesday, February 26, Special Election ballot. The event took place on Sunday, February 17, in the Bartow Center, where 10 out of the 17 candidates showed up in a last-minute effort to win over Co-op City voters. Out of the 17 candidates who are on the ballot, 10 candidates attended the forum, including (in ballot order): Bronx Assemblyman Michael Blake, attorney Dawn Smalls, Queens Councilman Eric Ulrich, Brooklyn Councilman Rafael Espinal, Brooklyn Councilman Jumaane Williams, Queens Assemblyman Ron Kim, Columbia University professor David Eisenbach, attorney Manny Alicandro, educator activist Benjamin Yee, and attorney Jared Rich. Riverbay Board President Linda Berk opened the forum explaining to the audience the role of the Public Advocate (PA) and the importance of the position. Current Fios One News reporter, Bronx resident and forum moderator, Ray Raimundi, followed, introducing the rules for the day’s event: “Each candidate will have two minutes to give their opening statements. After that, there will be three questions, and each candidate will have a minute to respond to those questions. Then, our second round of questions which will be two (Continued on page 2) BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

Saturday, February 23, 2019

New Board Director Seated

election will be seated to finish out Evelyn Turner, who placed sixth the remainder of Mr. William’s three in the 2018 Riverbay Board of –year term which will expire in 2021. Directors election, was sworn in “I look forward to serving cooperand seated as a director on the 15ators again with truth and transmember board that sets policy for parency to the fullest extent possible,” the Riverbay Corporation at the said Director Turner. “I am anxious to share information and work with Wednesday, February 20, 2019 busiDirectors Johnson and Peterson on a ness meeting. new initiative. Cooperators’ vote Ms. Turner replaces former enabled me to again have a voice Director Junius Williams who was and I will always use it in the next voted off the Board for cause earlier months to make sure cooperators are this month. She is a former Board director who ran for re-election last heard.” year and came in 6th in the annual Evelyn Turner being sworn in Other matters before the Riverbay Board election with 2,548 votes, by General Counsel Jeff Buss. Board on Wednesday night resulted just 25 votes behind Director Mary in impactful deliberations and votes Pearson who edged her out for the fifth place seat. that moved a number of significant projects and According to the Riverbay Bylaws [Section 4 issues forward. Vacancies (a)]: “Any vacancy occurring in the Resolution 19-03, which the Board unanimously Board of Directors by reasons of death, resignation, approved with one director absent, is a contract with Landlord Guard, Inc. to screen prospective appliremoval or otherwise of any Director elected by the cants for apartments in Co-op City. The vendor, at shareholders shall be filled until the next annual meeting by the person who received the highest no cost to Riverbay, will conduct credit checks, number of votes in the immediately preceding eleccriminal investigations and home visits. This resolution of directors but who was not elected to a direction, submitted by Director Claudia Sampson and tor’s position. At the next annual meeting of shareseconded by Board President Linda Berk, was holders, successors shall be elected for the unexapproved by Directors Berk, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Cheryl Jenkins, Daryl Johnson, Francine pired term created by any vacancy as provided Jones, Kevin Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Mary Pearherein.” son, Leslie Peterson, Leah Richardson, Claudia As a result, Director Turner will have to run in Sampson, Rod Saunders and Evelyn Turner. Directhis year’s Riverbay Board election. If she places among the top five winners, she will serve a full tor Jerome Rice was absent. three-year term. The sixth place winner in the 2019 (Continued on page 20) BY ROZAAN BOONE

US Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Headlines Assemblyman Benedetto's Black History Celebration Two Shareholders Honored

Co-op City residents and friends of the community celebrated Black History Month with New York State (NYS) Assemblyman Michael Benedetto on Wednesday, February 20, in the Einstein Center. Those who filled the packed room attended not only to celebrate Black History, but to celebrate the hard work of two of their peers, Ms. Linda Collins and Ms. Joyce Howard, both Co-op City shareholders. The Guest Speaker was US Congressman Hakeem Jeffries. After acknowledging friends in local and state government, Assemblyman Benedetto shared his appreciation for his sponsors for their work in putting together another successful event, Congressman Eliot Engel, the Riverbay Fund, Casa Ready-Mix Cement, A&J Recycling, and DJ Ambulette. (L-R) Councilman Andy King, US Congressman Hakeem Keynote speaker, Jeffries, State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and U S C o n g r e s s m a n State Senator Jamaal Bailey came out to celebrate H a k e e m J e f f r i e s, Black History Month with the Co-op City community. engaged the audience with his passion and charm. He spoke earnestly about the journey of AfricanAmericans throughout the United States. He said: “We can capture our journey as us having gone through moments of progress followed by moments of backlash.” He then pointed out that different moments of progressive Black history, past and present, followed instances of backlash in America. “We can look to the strength of those who came before us to figure out our pathway forward because we stand on the shoulders (Continued on page 4) BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

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questions. Each candidate will have 30 seconds to respond. The final round of questions will be a lightning round with approximately five rapid-fire questions where each candidate will give rapid-fire answers under 10 seconds or less. Moreover, finally, you will have an opportunity to give a one-minute closing statement.” The candidates answered one-minute response questions regarding issues such as what’s their number one priority while in office, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Fair Fare Plan: specifically advocating for fair senior fares for express bus services, and diversity. Bronx Assemblyman Michael Blake plans to prioritize on creating a Candidates for New York State Public Advocate housing package, includparticipated in a forum on Sunday, Feb. 17, in the ing rent preservation, Bartow Center. Pictured L-R: Fios One New’s and home ownership, and forum moderator, Ray Raimundi; Attorney Jared better access to services. Rich; Attorney Dawn Smalls; Queens Councilman Brooklyn Councilman Eric Ulrich; and Attorney Manny Alicandro. Rafael Espinal said, “The first thing I’m going to do is go up to Albany and advocate for a Wall Street tax so we can deal with a lot of infrastructure issues we see in our city.” The candidates unanimously agreed on the question regarding having a senior fair fare program. Dawn Smalls said: “Yes, Pictured L-R: Brooklyn Councilman Jumaane Williams; one hundred percent, we Educator Activist Ben Yee; Columbia Professor David Eisenbach; Queens Assemblyman Ron Kim; Brooklyn need a program where the Councilman Rafael Espinal; and Bronx Assemblyman reduced fare for seniors Michael Blake. is applied at all hours. I Photos by Toriea McCauseland wasn’t aware that that wasn’t the case, so that’s what I’m going to get on as PA.” Assemblyman Kim said: “We’re used to the MTA every couple of years just raising their fares without us having any input. Yes, we need to make sure our fare programs are geared towards seniors, as well as students.” During the 30-second response questioning, candidates were asked questions regarding Meals-on-Wheels and New York Police Department (NYPD) and, specifically, the killing of Eric Garner. Although all agreed on the importance of having a Meals-on-Wheels program, both Councilman Ulrich and Councilman Williams shared the same sentiments on the service being bigger than just food. Councilman Ulrich responded: “It’s not just about delivering a fresh, hot, nutritious meal for senior citizens, but also that knock on the door to check on those who are shut-in, those who don’t have family members that they live with. We would prioritize this as PA. Meals-on-Wheelsshould be seven days a week.” Councilman Williams said: “I want to make sure we clarify how important this is. It’s not just about food, but it’s about social contact. For many of our adults, Meals-on-Wheels is the only social contact that they have during the day. So, if you take that away, you’re not just taking away their meals, you’re taking away their livelihood.” Finally, the lightning round, which consisted of five quick-answer questions, garnering either a “yes,” “no,” or “agree,” or “disagree” responses: Do you believe Councilman Ruben Diaz, Sr. should resign his position as a councilmember? Do you support the plastic bag ban? Do you support Housing and Urban Development (HUD) take-over of NYCHA? Do you support cashless bail? Amazon Deal? This diverse set of questions garnered different, opposing responses from candidates. Regarding Councilman Ruben Diaz, Sr., whereas most of the candidates agreed to his resignation, Councilman Ulrich felt otherwise. He said: “I don’t think that he should resign. He was elected by his constituents, and that’s the decision they should make and not the politicians and the press that don’t like him or agree with him.” At the same time, Mr. Eisenbach said, “Yes, he should resign because he doesn’t represent the true feelings of the Bronx and because what he said was so appalling.” When asked his opinion regarding the plastic bag ban, Mr. Yee, responded: “Yes. We already have fish with plastics in them; plastic is a carcinogen and ups our rates of cancer and disease. We should ban plastics. They are many alternatives.” Mr. Alicandro didn’t agree with the ban for New Yorkers: “I don’t support the plastic bag ban. I think it’s a misapplication of resources. We need to focus our energies better.”

Co-op City resident filled the room, eager to learn more about the candidates.

Mr. Rich confessed that the subject of having a cashless bail is very complex. He said: “I can’t give a yes or no with cash bail. We do need to have some bail program. I’m willing to consider many options on that, but I’m not quite sure what I’d want to do with it.” Ms. Smalls’ response was: “I support any cash bail, in this situation where they were violent offenders, I would move to ban those people to jail, but for the vast majority of non-violent offenses, we should entirely end cash bail.” Although Professor Eisenbach expressed that cash bail is the real reason that jails are overcrowded, he added: “Cashless bond is the real solution to the problem of overcrowding at Rikers. I don’t believe we should be building any more jails in our neighborhoods because if they make jails, they’ll fill the jails.” The forum concluded with each candidate giving their closing statements, letting the audience know why they should be the next person to be elected as the New York City Public Advocate. The role of PA, formerly held by now-Attorney General Letitia James, who was sworn into her current position on New Year’s Day, and has been vacant since. Whoever wins the public advocate’s job during the special election will have to run again for the office when the Primary election rolls around this coming November. The special election is this Tuesday, February 26. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. If cooperators are new to the community or are not sure of their polling place for their respective building, they can log onto http://nyc.pollsitelocator.com/search and plug your building address into the poll site location, or you can call the Bronx office of New York City Board of Elections at 718-299-9017.

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NCNW’s Black History Celebration Today Join NCNW, Inc., Co-op City Section, for our 18th annual Black History Celebration, co-sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, today, Saturday, February 23, in Bartow, room 31, from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. as we celebrate Visionaries, "Leaders of our Past, Present and Future,” African drumming and dancing, African Cultural Fashion Show, Spoken Word, art and more! Free admission. Seating is limited so come early!

Faith @ Work Food Pantry Unavailable This Month Due to Riverbay business, Faith @Work Christian Church is unable to host its monthly pantry in Dreiser, room 4, this month. Please forgive the inconvenience. For further information, you may contact the church at (347) 202-7006 or email fatwcc@aol.com.

Build the Block Neighborhood Policing Meeting Co-op City’s Neighborhood Coordination Officers (NCO) will hold their 2nd Build the Block safety meeting on Tuesday, February 26, at 6 p.m., but this time at the City Island Community Center. The NCOs invite members of the Co-op City community to attend to discuss public safety challenges within the area. The New York Police Department 45th Precinct’s “Sector C” includes Co-op City and City Island, both areas patrolled by NCOs Jessica Griesinger and Dean Cassells. NCOs Griesinger and Cassells can be reached by phone at 917-769-2832. Residents with disabilities who need special accommodations should call Police Officer Ivette Vargas at 718-822-5452, or send an email to Ivette.Vargas@nypd.org three days prior to the event.

Iman Drammeh Producer of the 50th Anniversary Oral History Project fell into my lap,” said Iman. “We thought about For award-winning documentary filmdoing a video, but there’s already a fabulous video on the history of Co-op City, so my part maker, Iman Drammeh, the 50th Anniversary Oral History Project memorializing was to do the oral aspect of that.” the stories of Co-op City shareholders who The video on Co-op City history that Iman celebrate living in this unique community refers to is the work of Harvard scholar and uris a labor of love. banist Adam Tanaka whose work focuses on afA shareholder herself, Iman has lived in fordable housing. The documentary is titled Co-op City for more than 35 years and has “City in a City” and in addition to the video, personally seen a lot of change since movAdam also wrote an article about the documening here in the 1980’s. She has been deditary for CityLab.com. The video can be viewed on YouTube by searching “City in a City.” cating countless hours to taping, arranging Through postings in the Co-op City Times and producing the oral accounts of at least and Facebook, Iman said she received scores of 50 shareholders who have agreed to share their stories with their neighbors and others responses from both current and former shareIman Drammeh for posterity. The project is being produced holders eager to be a part of the project. For in conjunction with the year-long celebration of the 50th now, however, the number of participants is being kept at 50 anniversary of Co-op City. to correspond with the overall theme of the 50th anniversary “We interviewed artists, musicians, historians, religious celebration. leaders, administrative personnel, which was really interest“We really wanted to focus on the people who still live ing because everyone comes with a different perspective, here and who were here from the beginning although there different people talk about different things and each have are some we interviewed who fall outside of that category, their own interpretation,” said Iman. “All of these stories are but they are doing some major things with their lives so we strung together – that makes a community. It’s not the con- felt it important to include them. In other cases, they knew crete space that we live in, it is the people who bring the someone who did something that was significant to the community to life and build all the successes that we have community,” Iman explained. and that’s a beautiful thing.” The interviewees were encouraged to speak about their Iman became involved in the Co-op City project when lives, the landscape and how things looked coming in to she was invited to a History Committee meeting, chaired by Co-op City, their hopes for the future, looking at the past Board Director Bernard Cylich, about a year ago. She said and talking about transitions they have seen through the that the committee members were basically brainstorming years whether through the landscape or social engagement, ideas about how to celebrate the auspicious occasion, and education, transportation, their neighbors, organizations out of those discussions, the 50th Anniversary Oral History that existed – the whole picture, Iman said. Project evolved. She added: “So basically, we took a look at the whole “That was something that I was comfortable doing so it person, what it was like prior to (Continued on page 9)

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Shareholders Discuss Concerns With NYC Dept. of Sanitation BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Shareholders voiced sanitation concerns they had for Co-op City on Tuesday, Feb. 19, at an open discussion with a representative of the New York City Department of Sanitation (DOS). The discussion, sponsored by New York City Councilman Andy King and Riverbay Corporation, focused on spreading awareness about helpful ways to dispose of trash safely. Riverbay’s commitment to improving Co-op City’s quality of life means listening to the ideas and issues of cooperators. In attendance during this meeting was also Community Relations director, Michelle Sajous, who was writing down and keeping track of the ideas and concerns of shareholders so that Management can follow-up and respond, accordingly. Management is currently working on finding a more effective system for recycling in Co-op City. Those in attendance at the meeting expressed some frustration about how bulk garbage is being disposed of in residential buildings. A few even mentioned having to deal with negligent neighbors leaving so much bulk garbage in the trash compactor rooms on the floors that they are unable to open the door to the room. One shareholder highlighted how she noticed a lot of confusion and misunderstanding among neighbors when it came to disposing of garbage and recycling. As a reminder, Riverbay asks cooperators in buildings to bring their bulk garbage downstairs to the basement and leave it in the designated area where the porters can dispose of it properly.

The discussion also touched on tips for recycling and the importance of paying attention to detail when it comes to properly disposing recyclable material.

Councilman Andy King (left) and Ignazio Terranova of the Department of Sanitation, speak to concerned cooperators about proper trash disposal in the community. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

“We’re trying to make New Yorkers more aware of the situation,” Department of Sanitation representative Ignazio Terranova said. “We just can’t think that somebody else is going to worry about it because that is what we do nowadays.” Mr. Terranova urged those in attendance to properly clean any plastic containers before they recycle them because any leftover residue from food will attract vermin. According to GrowNYC’s website, New York City residents produce 24 million pounds (Continued on page 11)

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of giants,” said Congressman Jeffries. “We stand on the shoulders of individuals who, in the face of so much adversity, were able to do so much. “They’ve shown us that life is filled with ups and downs, highs and lows, peaks and valleys. You can’t get from your point of departure to your point of destination without at some moment along the way encountering turbulence. “In the moment of unexpected adversity, when you find yourself in that kind of situation, you only have two options – you can either sink or swim. Every time African-Americans have found ourselves in a tough spot, we’ve always made it to the other side,” Congressman Jeffries observed. This year, there were two honorees selected by Assemblyman Benedetto for their outstanding service to the community, Ms. Linda Collins and Ms. Joyce Howard, both members of Co-op City’s National Council of Negro Women (NCNW). Ms. Collins is also president of the Building 9 Association. “It is a great honor that I serve in the NYS assembly, ...I have gotten to meet some of the finest public servants that NYS has ever seen,” said Assemblyman Benedetto.

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He continued to speak highly of the program’s guests of honor. He expressed: “We’re here for two people who have given service to our community. It doesn’t matter if you live here or how long you’ve lived here – what does matter is that you go out of your way to do something for the community that you live in. The two people whom we’re honoring today have done that in

Joyce Howard accepts her award from Assemblyman Benedetto.

(L-R): Senator Jamaal Bailey, Assemblyman Benedetto, Honoree Linda Collins and City Councilman Andy King.

spades. They have given back to the community that they live in and we, today, are recognizing that!” Ms. Collins, shared her gratitude while accepting her award: “I’ve spent my life trying to live by the principles taught by my parents. I sought to be a positive influence on my community. Receiving this award makes me feel as if I’m on the right path. I’m proud to have been selected for this award, I thank you for this honor, and I hope I can live up to all that this honor represents.” During Ms. Howard’s acceptance speech, she spoke passionately about her “sheros,” activists Ms. Mary McLeod Bethune and Dr. Dorothy Irene Height, both Congressman Hakeem influential women in NCNW’s history. When asked Jef fries engaged t he crowd with his speech. how she felt about being honored, Ms. Howard responded: “I’m very thrilled and excited to be honored today. NCNW has been a very dynamic part of the Co-op City community for so many years. I’m glad; by honoring me today, you’re also honoring NCNW!” The celebration concluded with guests making their way to the dance floor and socializing to the musical tunes provided by DJ Ambulette, as they waited for an exceptional performance by Mind Builders Dance Troupe.

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Open Mic Saturday, Feb. 16's "Open Mic" event held in room 31 of the Bartow Center was another community event held in celebration of Co-op City's 50th Anniversary where shareholders got the chance to showcase their amazing talents. A live band was on hand comprised of musicians who have accompanied superstars such as Ashford and Simpson, The Manhattans, Donnie McClurkin and others. In addition to songs, there were Spoken Word, poetry and lots of other exciting performances. The evening was sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and Alena Powell, and hosted by singer extraordinaire Michelle Marbury. Photos courtesy Michelle Marbury

(L-R) Singer, Laverne Lambright; Riverbay Director of Community Relations, Michelle Sajous; Host, Michelle Marbury; Hip Hop Artist, Adina Nyree.

Michelle Marbury and pianist, Howard Robbins

Donell Gibson singing "Smooth Operator"

Leo Barta singing "A Time For Us"

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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 or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. – •the– authenticity • – • – of•–the•authors. – • Anonymous – • – •cannot – •exceed – •–350•words. – • –Ideally, – • –Letters 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

“Least We Forget” To the Editor: It was recently brought to my attention by an African American female high school scholar/intern (4.0) GPA, with a full 4-year scholarship to an Ivy League University, that she had no idea who started “Black History Month.” In 2019, in “some” New York City schools the name, Carter G. Woodson is not mentioned! I am reminded of a quote from the late John Henrik Clark when he reminded us, descendants of American slavery, that, “to control a people you must first control what they think about themselves and how they regard their history and culture.” As we celebrate “Black History Month,” we must remember that the powerful people in control of the NYC educational system will never apologize for actions they fail to take to promote the stories of our forefathers like Carter G. Woodson. Parents, grandparents and others must take the lead in refusing to allow “The Father of Black History,” the initiator of the legacy of “Black History Week,” to get lost in the memory of Black youth. That said, this cooperator will be speaking with youth at various schools about Carter G. Woodson. Hopefully, onsite Black History celebrations will invite young people to speak about Carter G. Woodson. Racial tensions appear to be igniting today as in the past. Even as we look around and see our creations everywhere, we don’t see Black businesses by descendants of slaves. We are not in the “food business,” we don’t own malls and the list goes on. However, change has come with technology and the world will continue to change, hopefully for the better. Thanks to the organizations that planned the forum with candidates for Public Advocate. It was awesome, a tremendous learning experience and a great opportunity to network. Now Vote! —Evelyn M. Turner

Deserving Recognition During Black History Month

To the Editor: The following are some Americans who I believe deserve recognition during Black History Month. Booker T. Washington founded what is now known as Tuskegee University. Born into slavery, he became one of the leading African-American intellectuals of the late 1800’s, and his autobiography, “Up From Slavery,” still teaches youth important lessons about rising up from poverty, and living a respectable life. Washington advocated for education and hard work as keys to success. Whitney Houston, a phenomenal singer with a terrific range, was one of our most fantastic modern performers. No one could sing “The Star Spangled Banner” as she did at Superbowl XXV, standing proudly and respectfully. Clarence Thomas, Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, has been noted for considering relevant the original meaning of The U.S. Constitution and federal statutes in his decisions. Dr. Mildred Jefferson, the first Black woman to graduate from Harvard Medical School, was also the first woman to graduate in surgery from Harvard Medical School. An outspoken opponent of abortion, she helped found The National Right to Life Committee. She was later elected president of The National Right to Life Committee, serving for 3 years. David Clarke served as sheriff of Milwaukee County, Wisconsin for 15 years. In an era when police are frequently criticized unjustly, I believe the outspoken Sheriff Clarke serves as a positive example for our youth to follow. Walter Williams is a syndicated columnist. In his book, “The State Against Blacks,” he has written about the devastating effects of government programs supposedly designed to assist the poor. The book describes how federal, state and local laws harm the opportunities of Blacks by making employment opportunities much harder to obtain. —David Hammer (See page 9 for more Letters)

Board of Directors’ Meeting - February 20, 2019 First Reading - Resolution #19-11 SUBMITTED BY: Rod Saunders SECONDED BY: Leslie Peterson & Sonia Feliciano BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: Feb. 20, 2019

WHEREAS, The Mitchell-Lama Housing Program was created in 1955 to provide affordable housing to middle-income families and on December 10, 1968 the first residents moved into Co-op City; and WHEREAS, Residents who moved into Co-op City prior to March 1985 paid $1,000, or less, per room; and WHEREAS, Residents who moved in prior to March 1985 have aged and some now wish to downsize to a smaller apartment for various reasons such as their children have moved out or changed financial situations but they cannot do so because they cannot afford to pay the current cost per room which may be four to five times higher than what they originally paid; and WHEREAS, On February 9, 2012 NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) directed Riverbay to charge all transferring cooperators the current equity for any unit into which they desire to transfer; and WHEREAS, since February 9, 2012 Riverbay has both changed management firms and subsequently attained a much healthier financial condition; and 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.

WHEREAS, The sponsors of this Resolution believe that allowing residents age 65 and above and who moved into Co-op City prior to March 1, 1985 to downsize to a smaller apartment at the same price per room as when they first moved in would help Co-op City remain a desirable community for elderly residents and simultaneously open up under-utilized larger apartments for larger families. WHEREAS, The sponsors of this resolution believe that Resolution #14-07 which directed Management to prepare, for Board and DHCR approval, a zero-down deferred equity program to assist shareholders who wanted to downsize to a smaller apartment should be rescinded. NOW THEREFOR BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board directs the Executive General Manager to petition HCR for a waiver for Riverbay to allow residents age 65 and above and who moved into Co-op City prior to March 1, 1985 to downsize to a smaller apartment at the same cost per room as such residents paid when they first moved into Co-op City; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Resolution #14-07 is hereby rescinded; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall be effective immediately. (See page 13 for more Resolutions)

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Public Safety Report

Lobby Attendants are the EYES and EARS of the CCPD

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety utilizes the Lobby Attendant program as one of the tools to help keep the community safe. Co-op City’s 65 lobbies are manned by lobby attendants during the hours of 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and from 4 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. This coverage is provided by a total of 72 lobby attendants and three supervisors. Newly hired lobby attendants have brought the Lobby Attendant Program up to full manning. This will allow an increase of coverage once the new lobby attendants complete their in service training. When each lobby attendant comes on duty, they punch in, and have roll call. The lobby attendant then responds to their assigned building and sets up their podium. The lobby attendant proceeds to conduct an inspection of the lobby. This inspection includes the elevators, doors and windows. They are responsible for noting any broken items, malfunctioning equipment or hazardous conditions. Any deficiencies are noted in the Log Book and Public Safety is notified. During the course of their tour of duty, a lobby attendant monitors the lobby for illegal activity or violations of the lease. Illegal activities include any crimes, Disorderly Conduct, Trespassing, and Public Consumption of Alcohol or Use of Controlled Substances. Violations of the lease monitored by the lobby attendant include smoking, loitering, bike riding and dogs without permits entering the building. Public Safety is to be notified when any violations of the law or lease are observed. Log book entries documenting this notification are also to be made. All lobby attendants are responsible to maintain an up to date log book. In this log book, all inspections, referrals and notifications are recorded. All move-ins, move-outs, deliveries and other visitors are entered into the log book. Public Safety is to be notified if a move-in or move-out does not have a valid permit. Log book entries are also made when Public Safety, New York City Police Department, Fire Department or any other authorized agency enters the building. Public Safety is to be notified if there is any question regarding allowing access to any party. The lobby attendant must also make entries in the log book when leaving post for any reason, such as a meal period or a break. Lobby attendants are not authorized to receive mail, packages or any other deliveries. Lobby attendants are not required to hold or open the front door except in the event of a disabled person or elderly person carrying packages. Residents are required to utilize their key for entry into the building. Lobby attendants are not permitted to run errands or perform outside jobs for cooperators or other Riverbay employees. Lobby attendants are not permitted to leave their assigned area without permission. Engaging in unnecessary conversation is also against the rules. Lobby attendants may not identify themselves as Public Safety officers, police officers or security officers. Lobby attendants are not permitted to arrest or detain violators. In the event a violation of the lease or the law is observed, it is the responsibility of the lobby attendant to notify the Department of Public Safety. As the “civilian” EYES and EARS of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, the lobby attendants effectively serve to reduce crime and maintain a high quality of life within the community. By being aware of the duties and responsibilities of the lobby attendants, residents can feel comfortable with extra level of security their presence brings. Lobby attendants have a long list of outstanding accomplishments including two years ago when a Section 4 lobby attendant noticed that a young child wandered out of their apartment, onto the elevator and down to the lobby. This lobby attendant immediately notified Public Safety and the child was returned safely to their home. The actions of this lobby attendant were instrumental in maintaining the safety and well-being of a very young child. Public Safety is honored to have this member on our team. This is just another example of a lobby attendant doing a great job. Be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Texting while driving carries a minimum fine of $150 plus 5 points added to your license. Texting while driving has proven to be one of the leading BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

causes of accidents in this country. Be sure all drivers in your family are aware of this law. According to the National Safety Council, more than 100,000 accidents per year involve a driver who was texting. Young adults and teens are the most susceptible to getting in an accident due to texting, yet they continue to do so. Seventy-five percent of teens state texting while driving is common among their friends as per the National Safety Council. Texting & Driving can change your life in an instant. No text is worth the risk. Take a pledge with your family members – TEXTING & DRIVING – IT CAN WAIT at www.itcanwait.com. Never drive if you have been drinking; never drink if you will be driving. Penalties for drunk driving are severe and can be very costly. Drunk driving enforcement is heightened during the holiday season. SCHOOL is open drive carefully; never pass a stopped school bus from either side of the street with its red lights flashing or its STOP sign out. Children are a precious resource, we must keep them safe. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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

Public Safety Blotter February 10 – February 16, 2019 February 13 – 140 Casals A cooperator was issued a Community Complaint after it was determined they did not possess a permit for a dog. Feb. 15 – 99 Co-op City Blvd. A report was filed for an air bag being stolen out of a vehicle. Feb. 16 – 920 Baychester Ave. CCPD officers on patrol observed a female hitting a male. Upon investigation, it was determined they were husband and wife. The female was arrested and charged. 120 Erskine Place A CCPD officer assisted NYPD during a chase after the driver of a wanted vehicle crashed and began fleeing on foot. The male was apprehended by CCPD, arrested and custody turned over to NYPD Highway.

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Wrapping up February

Ydanis Rodriguez and Helal Sheikh, a Queens two- New York 1 didn’t even cover that August 26 Forum time former City Council candidate and NYC school of ours. They just bought the footage from some freeteacher. I was sorry neither of them were able to par- lance videographer on the scene that day. So who else got cameos on Sunday? Director ticipate because they have wonderful stories and are Secretary stellar people. Bernie Cylich, Olivia Cylich, Theron Marbury Special Election for NYC Public Advocate, In fact, the field is filled with almost too many, (twice), Lonnie Woods, former Board director EveTuesday, February 26 completely qualified people for this job. We have, as lyn Turner, a cooperator whose name I do not know Thank you, everyone, for coming to the February they say, “an embarrassment of riches.” (you?), and my event handout — that got a lingering 17 Forum to meet and greet 10 of the 16 Public We were very pleased to introduce yet another full-screen shot. Moderator Ray Raimundi (who did Advocate candidates still running and still standing. five candidates at last Sunday’s Forum/Meet & Greet his as-usual fabulous job), WFA president, Alethea By the end of the long day, I was barely “still stand- who were new to Co-op City: City Council Member Cherebin, Board director and AAA officer Francine ing” myself. Every time I organize one of these Eric Ulrich, Assemblyman Ron Kim, and three attor- Reva Jones, nine of the ten candidates, CtSAH and forums (two last year and this one) I swear, that’s neys — Jared Rich, Manny Alicandro, and Dawn WFP member Nelson Sweeting, Board President going to be my last. (But nevertheless she persisted.) Smalls. Ulrich participated in the first of the official Linda Berk, CtSAH member Yvette Vernon, and It takes a lot of work and it takes a lot of homework, televised debates aired on New York 1 this February Director Andrea Leslie’s hat, as well as dozens more but it’s more rewarding than wearying. Between the and Kim and Smalls were invited back to participate residents could be discerned in varying-length Democratic Club’s January 7 Forum and last Sun- in the second debate as well. That one, aired on glimpses. And me? My lengthy, lengthy footage ended up, day’s February 17 Forum brought to you by Co-op Wednesday, February 20, can be viewed on the New City’s Working Families (WFP) and co-sponsored by York 1 website. Also included in the second debate as they say, on the cutting room floor, or as dear the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing (CtSAH) were former City Council Speaker Melissa Mark- friend and CtSAH and WFP member Janice Brown and the African American Association (AAA), our Viverito, Assemblyman Michael Blake, activist put it, “What’s the matter? Did he think you’d break residents had a chance to meet all but two of the can- Nomiki Konst, and City Council Members Rafael the television screen?” But no matter, my handy didates still in the race. And some of you got to meet Espinal and Jumaane Williams. work (the above mentioned handout/photo array of But speaking of TV viewing, did you catch your- candidates displayed in their ballot positions) was some of them twice. Those two-time visitors were Assemblyman self on News 12 TheBronx? Reporter Anthony Carlo featured along with many of my words – including: Michael Blake, activist Benjamin Yee, professor captured dozens of Co-op City residents on tape, giv- “the purpose of this Forum is to encourage [Co-op David Eisenbach, and City Councilmen Rafael ing each a split second or more of an, “Ooo look! City residents] to exercise [their] right to vote.” So VOTE! Espinal and Jumaane Williams. Four others, NYS That’s me on TV!!” opportunity. Ira Hershaft and We say we have power? Our power comes from Assemblyman Daniel O’Donnell, former City Coun- Stuart Edwards got considerably more than a split cil Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and activists second each – in fact they got the only speaking parts voting. Vote for your choice of candidates in this Anthony Herbert and Nomiki Konst previously of the day, if you don’t count background “B-roll” Tuesday, February 26, Special Election for NYC Public Advocate. made themselves available for the January 7 Forum audio, that is. and sent their apologies (and in Nomiki’s case, her “B-roll” is footage shot to play behind an announcer Yay, democracy! love, along with her apologies) for not being able to when a news event is being described. We all got to see I can be reached at 718-219-2211 and mpearson do so again last Sunday. former gubernatorial candidate and Sex in the City star @riverbayboard.com. It has been an exhausting race for the candidates. Cynthia Nixon in her We were one of four stops Ben Yee made that day lovely yellow dress, in our and Dawn Smalls tweeted that we were one of four own Bartow, room 31, boroughs she visited on the 17th! Jared Rich scooted splashed behind New York back off to Brooklyn for his three-year-old’s birthday 1’s Errol Lewis every party and Jumaane hit four churches in the morning time the race was menbefore coming to Co-op City that afternoon. tioned — straight through The only candidates in the race to attend neither election day last year. Co-op City Forum were Manhattan City Councilman That’s B-roll. Funny thing,

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Letters

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Selective Enforcement

To the Editor: Hopefully, the new captain of the 45th Precinct will look into what I believe are phony police placards in Co-op City, along with all the tractor trailers along the I-95 in our area. I applaud the ticketing of truckers along Pelham Bay. Their elected officials are clearly paying attention. Complaints about double parked cars to our elected officials have not been addressed. Boston Road between Conner St. and Eastchester Rd. is laden with double parked cars as is Gunhill Rd. between Gunther Ave. and I-95 where cars are parked on the sidewalk along with cars being double parked. My question is why are these issues not addressed here, but in other neighborhoods they are nonexistent. Why are businesses and placard abusers allowed to get away with these abuses? —Nick Liberati

Oral History

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coming here all the way through. When we finalize the audio files, it will be the full breadth of their interview.” Although about 60 shareholders were interviewed, 50 have been recorded for the first phase of this project. The others, as well as many of the former shareholders who responded, have been waitlisted in the event the project is expanded. To help distribute the Co-op City Oral History Project, Iman is collaborating with the Bronx Historical Society which has agreed to house the project files for textual and electronic public access. For now, the audio files and transcripts of the interviews, will also be shared with local libraries and eventually with the New York Public Library (NYPL). “We’re still in discussion, we’re trying to finalize some things,” said Iman. “The New York Public Library did an oral history project on the Bronx around 2016, but they didn’t include Co-op City, so when they found out about our project, they said we have to work on something for when they start the program back up, but they are not yet ready. That’s why we’re starting with the local libraries for now.” Iman encourages anyone who would like to get an idea of what the final product will look like to check out the NYPL’s Oral History Community Projects. Iman Drammeh is an artist, researcher and documentarian with more than 30 years of field experience. She has a degree in Cultural Studies and has utilized her expertise in genealogy research to help African American families connect with their past. During her professional career, Iman has traveled widely in the United States, Africa and the Caribbean. She has produced several short films, including the internationally acclaimed human rights documentary film, Durban 400, covering the issue of reparations at the UN World Conference Against Racism in South Africa. She has worked on films broadcast on PBS’ The American Experience Series (1995) and produced and directed Voices of God, a four-part documentary series about sacred vernacular music in the Black church which won several awards for best documentary, historical preservation of sacred music and screenplay. Among many other accomplishments, Iman is founder and director of The Drammeh Institute, an educational and cultural arts media group. In this capacity, she oversees documentary narrative projects regarding marginalized African societies and serves as the group’s UN representative. Since 2012, she has curated platforms for women’s voices at forums of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, and covered speaker representation from Chad, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, Mauritania, Nigeria, Haiti, Puerto Rico, Europe and the United States, addressing violence against women and girls, traditional knowledge systems, water and migration, and climate change. In addition to filmmaking, Iman is also a skilled calligrapher proficient in Arabic. Several pieces of her work are housed in the permanent collection of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and the New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations, as well as in public and private collections around the world. Here in Co-op City, Iman is the programming director for the Drammeh Center, a certified Co-op City organization that teaches digital storytelling, genealogy and exhibitions to intergenerational groups and individuals, from middle-high school aged youth, middle age adults and seniors. Iman said that a sampling of the Co-op City 50th Anniversary Oral History Project will debut before year’s end. She advises shareholders who missed the chance to be interviewed in this initial phase of the project and who would like to be considered for inclusion in the 50th Anniversary Oral History Project to contact oralhistory10475@gmail.com to place their names on a wait list in case the project is indeed expanded.

I Am Made Of

Black land said to be worthless. But yet instead filled with diamonds Land that gave birth to kings and princes, slave chains and tears Land that is so very precious Land that moans and sighs, echoing the sounds of my ancestors Dirt, earth and blood carried in the hull of ships To be replanted in the new world To fill the work load while others sat and drank mint julips I am made from the black diaspora that brought together parents I never knew. Adopted by a tailor from Barbados and a hairdresser from North Carolina. I am made from hate and longing and pride Elements that make me who I am An African American woman A writer, a mother, a child of the Nubian God. —Margaret Chinnery

HS Reunion

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Make Voting a Priority

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary Public Advocate Forum Thanks to everyone who attended Sunday’s Public Advocate Forum. I found it very informative. Although 16 candidates were invited, Co-op City welcomed ten of them for two rounds of questions and answers. Participating candidates included Michael Blake, Ron Kim, Dawn Smalls, Jumaane Williams, Rafael Espinal, Eric Ulrich, David Eisenbach, Manny Alicandro, Benejamin Yee and Jared Rich. Many questions were prepared for response by the candidates. Among them was a question on: Abolishing the office of Public Advocate to which some responded that the position needed to be transformed. Question: Would you consider a senior Fair Fare Program, to which all agreed that there should be a reduced senior fare at all times. Other questions included: What would you do to promote diversity? How would you improve the City Meals on Wheels? The people of NYC have asked for Daniel Pantaleo to be terminated from the NYPD after applying a chokehold on Eric Garner and causing his death; what would you do make termination happen? Ruben Diaz, Sr. made insensitive remarks about the LGBTQ community; should he resign? Should plastic bags be banned? Should HUD take over NYCHA? Should there be an end to cash bail? What is your opinion about the failed Amazon deal? You will probably read or view many of the responses since the Co-op City Times and other reporters were present. All of the candidates appeared to be intelligent and qualified, but you can vote for only one. Be reminded that Latrice Walker dropped out of the race, but her name remains on the ballot. Please do not waste your vote on her. On February 26, 2019, make it a priority to cast your vote for the candidate of your choice. You might need to reach out to the Public Advocate regarding a problem that you need resolved. Who should that be? Make your selection and be pre-

Shareholders are urged to update contact info.

Riverbay Cooperator Services Office (CSO) reminds shareholders that if there have been any changes in their contact information, they should update their files with Riverbay Corporation as soon as possible so that if there is a need to contact them in an emergency, the information on record with Riverbay will be the most current and accurate. To update your contact information, two important steps are involved. First, the shareholder of the unit is required to go in person to the Emergency Maintenance Office (located in the lower level of the Dreiser Mall) with photo identification and update the “Key Card.” Secondly, shareholders should request an Emergency Contact form from their respective Cooperator Service Office (CSO). This form must be completed by the shareholder and returned in person to their respective CSO, along with photo identification. Their new contact information will then be updated in the Maintenance system and forwarded to the shareholder’s file. Once the information is updated at the Emergency Maintenance Office and Cooperator Service Office, the new information will then be relayed by CSO to Public Safety to be added to that department’s database.

pared to vote on Feb. 26. Get used to voting in all elections because these officials represent you. Much appreciation is extended to the Working Families Party, the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing, the African-American Association and the moderator, Ray Raimundi, for a job well done. New CCPD Officers Congratulations to the 19 new officers who graduated from training on February 8. They have begun their assignments and appear to be ready for any situation they will face in our community. I trust that they will serve with courtesy and compassion for all cooperators, especially our seniors and our youth. I am very proud of them. Co-op City Spelling Bee The African-American Association and the Riverbay Fund will sponsor the 6th Annual Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 23, at 1:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, room #4. It will be open to children in the 4th-8th grades. The first, second and third contest winners will receive prizes of $100.00, $50.00, and $25.00, respectively. All the children will be recognized. Register your child and/or grandchild today. You may obtain registration forms in the Administration Office of the Riverbay Corporation Office at 2049 Bartow Avenue or call 718-671-5957 to obtain the forms electronically. Co-op City Democratic Club Meeting On February 12, the Co-op City Democratic Club, headed by President Shirley Saunders, gathered for their monthly meeting. A representative from the Alzheimer’s Association was present to advised us of the warning signs of Alzheimer’s, as follows: (1) Memory loss that disrupts daily life; (2) Challenges in planning or solving problems; (3) Difficulty Completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure; (4) Confusion with time or place; (5) Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships; (6) New problems with words in speaking or writing; (7) Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps; (8) Decrease or poor judgment; (9) Withdrawal from work or social activities; and (10) Changes in mood and personality. Should you or your loved ones show these signs, contact the Alzeimer’s Association for assistance: Visit

alz.org/10signs. Call the Helpline 800-272-3900. Visit alz.org/education to access online workshops. The club’s president further discussed working with the Board of Elections on Election Day and people interested in working the polls must attend some of the monthly meetings. In addition, the president spoke about the Bronx District Attorney, Darcel Clark, who became the first African-American District Attorney on January 1, 2016 for a four-year term. DA Clark has vowed to implement reforms, to address wrongful convictions, administrative backlogs, and problems surrounding Rikers Island, among others. I believe her job performance is commendable. The Co-op City Democratic Club will sponsor a fundraiser to Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City on Saturday, April 13. Reserve your seat now. Call 917833-3195; 718-671-4152 or 347-457-8249 for further information. A Black History Month Hero In 1839, inventor, Edmond Berger, invented the spark plug. Although the internal combustion engine, in which the current version of the spark plug is used was only in the developmental stages in the mid1800s, Mr. Berger is still given the credit for the invention even without obtaining a patent. A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed fuel/air mixture by an electric spark, while containing combustion pressure within the engine. Think of spark plugs as the tiniest bolt of lightning. Small but mighty, the spark of electricity that the plug emits across a small gap creates the ignition for the combustion needed to start your car. By putting the engine’s pistons in motion, your car can power up, stay powered up and produce a smooth burn of the compressed air-fuel mixture. Mind you, spark plugs like it hot: they withstand extreme heat and pressure within your cylinders and are built to burn off deposits from fuel additives or other contaminants. Mr. Berger’s invention was a very important contribution to the world. Contact If you would like to share your thoughts, contact me at 718-671-5957 or fjones@riverbayboard.com.

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Sanitation

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of waste every day and, of that waste, only about 17% of it is recycled. New York City has tried many initiatives to remedy this problem with one of the most recent attempts being adding paper and plastic recycle receptacles next to the trash cans across the city. These paper and plastic recycle bins were supposed to help streamline the recycling process, but instead have complicated the matter in another way. When recyclable material comes into contact with regular garbage, it contaminates it. “The contamination is extremely expensive to try to pull out of the recyclables during processing, which makes the recycled commodities less desirable to manufacturers –and, therefore, makes it less cost effective to recycle,” Mitch Hedlund, founder of Recycle Across America, a nonprofit organization, said in an interview with the New York Times in August.

Shareholders share their concerns about recycling and other sanitation issues with Councilman King and NYC Sanitation representative Ignazio Terranova. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

MATTRESS DISPOSAL

The City of New York requires all residents to fully cover all mattresses or box springs in a sealed plastic bag for garbage disposal and collection. This rule was intended to prevent the spread of any bed bug activity. Please note that mattresses that are infested by bed bugs must first be exterminated prior to covering for disposal. Please contact your respective CSO for an appointment with the exterminator. This is a free service provided by Riverbay Corporation. Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 fine imposed by the City. In addition, Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint

Smoke Detector User Guide Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives

1. Test your smoke detector weekly using the test button 2. Keep your smoke detector clean. Use a damp cloth to wipe the outside of the alarm. Do not use chemicals to clean your smoke detector. Keep cobwebs away. Vacuum the smoke detector every six months. 3. Never paint your smoke detectors or attach stickers or decorations 4. Low battery: The alarm is equipped with a low battery monitor which will produce a single "chirp" approximately every 60 seconds and the red LED light will blink every 30 seconds for a minimum of 7 days should the battery become low. Contact the Maintenance Department when this occurs. 5. Warning: Do not attempt to open the alarm for any reason. 6. End of unit life indicator (10 years): Ten years after installation, the detector will "chirp" twice every 30 seconds and the LED light will blink twice every 30 seconds to indicate it is time to replace the unit. 7. Smoke detectors with 9-volt batteries must be replaced by the cooperator every six months if they choose to keep it. (Remember: Change clock– change batteries). The unit is located outside the bedroom. If the alarm chirps warning that the battery is low, replace the 9-volt battery immediately. 8. Do not install smoke detectors outside kitchen, bathroom or near convectors or windows. Follow manufacturer’s installation guidelines. 9. Nuisance alarms: The smoke alarm is designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Smoke from cooking will activate the alarm. Steam from the shower will also activate the alarm. Using the fan on the range hood and keeping the shower door closed will help avoid those nuisance alarms. 10. Smoke detector activation: If your smoke alarm activates, leave the apartment immediately using either fire stairwell. Every second counts. Call 9-1-1 from inside the exit stairwell. 11. Call Maintenance if the alarm is continuously beeping for no reason – it will be replaced.

with related fines and legal fees. (The City of New York and Riverbay do not provide mattress or box spring bags or covers.) Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online. Please follow this rule when disposing of mattresses and/or box springs. These covered items are then to be brought to the basement Ash Cart room where they will be picked up for proper trash collection. Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter. —CSO

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

No Winners, All Losers

Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice After reading the last three published CC Times, I felt the need to address some things that were both said and not said in regards to the hearing. A whole lot was mentioned, but what were redacted were the comments I have said which really led to the public hearing of then-Director Junius Williams. Reading the various articles only shows those who were for the removal of Mr. Williams not against. In the February 2nd article, General Counsel Jeff Buss stated, “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,” in layman’s term, there was not sufficient evidence. If there was not sufficient evidence, why was a hearing called? We are back to square one, which is he said, she said. In the February 9th issue, President Berk praised Directors Andrea Leslie, Bernie Cylich and Claudia Sampson, totally disregarding the hard work of the other directors in her corner, in my opinion. I realize those were the same directors that felt the need to verbally attack the audience and evidently are so loyal to Linda to the extent that they never wanted to know any of the allegations that were mentioned prior to the investigation and hearing. So I believe it is best fit that I highlight directors and members of the Coalition to Save Affordable Homes, Kevin Lambright, Francis Reva Jones, Rod Saunders, Leah Richardson and Sonia Feliciano, in my opinion, the hardest working

directors and very independent for trying to get to the bottom of the problem and who were willing to hear both sides of the story without any personal bias. What happened to both President Berk and the Riverbay employee who lost her job was totally unacceptable and should have never happened. Confidentiality is confidentiality. It is my opinion that Director Williams was removed more for political reasons, instead of the wrong reasons. Also wrong was the attack on the Coalition to Save Affordable Homes (CSAH). I think their vision for the community is right, I just have a serious problem with those representing them on the board and not doing the right thing. The CSAH does have some of the most dedicated members who best serve this community. I recently read a letter from past Board President Cleve Taylor where he said in so many words that all the legal materials were there to remove then Director Williams. I do question how does he know when all of the legal discussions and materials were at executive session? I agree if Cleve Taylor was still Board president many of these infractions today would have never happened. We were all elected to work on behalf of the shareholders, not anyone’s personal agenda. Board Election is near and I plan on educating the community on what really goes on when serving as Board member. Finally, to the shareholders, when you elected me you asked that I serve to the very best of my abilities. I never agreed to look the other way on any potential wrongdoing. Because of my reputation as branch president of a civil rights organization in this community and being retired both from the military and law enforcement, I refuse to lower my standards just to be accepted by the majority on the Board. In the meantime, I will continue to be the difference at the

table for everyone. Message To All Riverbay Employees To the hard working employees of the Riverbay Corporation, some seen and some not seen, I am aware that some Board directors would often come to you for various requests and that you would make it happen. Keep in mind that it was always in writing that all directors are to first go through the Board president for any requests. I am a shareholder first, then a board director. In other words, I treat all workers the same way I would like to be treated. I ask that you continue to do the outstanding work for this community. In the meantime, I will continue to wait my turn as a shareholder for your services. New CCPD Officers Are Here You asked for it, now they are here – 19 newly assigned and highly trained CCPD officers who are anxious to best serve our community. So if you see them patrolling our community, please walk up to them and introduce yourself to them. I had an opportunity to speak to most of them at their graduation and most of them reveal a lot of knowledge about the community they about to serve. Everyday Is Black History Day Black History is defined by what we do each day for the betterment of the next person. In other words, Black History is not a monthly thing but more about what we do everyday. Rosa Park, Martin L. King and others in our history books never knew that they were writing history until that very day they choose to take action. Each day as we live, we are writing our own history for others to either follow or ignore. We don’t need to look at others in our history books when we already have those in our household to guide us. The horrors of the past don’t define who we are today. So everyday is Black History Day.

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Board of Directors’ Meeting - February 20, 2019 Second Reading - Resolution #19-03

SUBMITTED BY: Claudia Sampson SECONDED BY: Linda Berk BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, the Procurement Department sent out Seventeen (17) requests for proposals for Bid #3308, Applicant Screening; and WHEREAS, we received two (2) proposals which were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Sales Department presently collects in advance from each applicant a total of $237.29 ($42.41 for credit check, $109.96 for criminal investigation and $84.92 for home visit) which is the same amount paid to the vendor; therefore, the fees paid for the services herein result in no cost to Riverbay Corporation; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager has recommended Landlord Guard, Inc. be awarded the contract (Recommendation attached) NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 3308 with Landlord Guard Inc. at no cost to Riverbay Corporation over a two (2) year period be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice PASSED

First Reading - Resolution #19-06

SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson SECONDED BY: Leah Richardson BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, Riverbay Corporation, which is organized pursuant to the New York State Limited-Profit Housing Companies Law, has adopted By-laws governing certain corporate actions, including, but not limited to, qualifications of Directors; and WHEREAS, By-Laws Article III, Section 2, states , in part, “ If a Director is two months plus ten days in arrears on carrying charges …, the Board shall suspend such Director from the Board until the arrearages are fully paid”; and WHEREAS, The sponsors of this Resolution believe it would supportive of By-laws Article III, Section 2 if the Executive General Manager notifies each Director whenever any Director is two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, Notwithstanding any prior Resolutions the Executive General Manager shall notify each Director whenever any Director is in violation of By-Laws Article III, Section 2 by being two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall be effective thirty (30) after approval by the Board. YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner NO: Johnson ABSENT: Rice PASSED

Resolution #19-08

SUBMITTED BY: Leah Richardson SECONDED BY: Sonia Feliciano, Mary Pearson, Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, Britney Moss, has requested a new lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 169 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used for baking/catering services, baking classes and a coffee shop; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with one 5-year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 169 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Britney Moss, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice PASSED

First Reading - Resolution #19-04

SUBMITTED BY: Bernard Cylich SECONDED BY: Cheryl Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING, DATED: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, On October 3, 2018 the Board approved Resolution #18-33 to award contract #3322 to Durr Mechanical Construction Inc. to complete the installation and commissioning of the Power Plant’s High Pressure Boiler #2 at a cost of $6,211,944 plus 15% contingency ($931,179); and WHEREAS, Durr Mechanical Construction Inc. subsequently withdraw their bid; and WHEREAS, Management recommends this contract be awarded to Advancia-MAC JV, LLC as the lowest responsible bidder for a contract cost of $6,280,267 plus 15% contingency ($942,040), (Management recommendation attached); and WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conflict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract with Advancia-MAC JV, LLC for a contract total of $6,280,267 plus 15% contingency ($ 942,040) be approved as recommended by Management in accordance with Board of Directors’ Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors’ Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice PASSED

Second Reading - Resolution #19-05

SUBMITTED BY: Leah Richardson SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, the Riverbay Corporation By-Laws, Article II, Section 1, requires the annual shareholders meeting to take place in the month of May on a date to be set by the Board of Directors; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual shareholders meeting and election of directors of the Riverbay Corporation is hereby scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2019, and shall be conducted in accordance with the general rules and regulations and schedule hereby adopted and annexed hereto; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subject to the Riverbay Corporation By laws and the aforementioned general rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation, the Election Committee appointed by the President of the Corporation is hereby approved by the Board of Directors and charged with the duty and responsibility of supervising the 2019 election of Directors; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the eligibility of shareholders to vote shall be determined in accordance with the general rules and regulations annexed hereto; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President and Secretary of the Corporation shall issue proper notice of the annual meeting and election in accordance with the Riverbay Corporation By-laws by publication in the Co-op City Times. YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT FOR VOTE: Johnson ABSENT: Rice PASSED

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Hold Them Accountable

Valentine’s Day Thefts At Bay Plaza, allegations have surfaced that thieves Director’s Viewpoint allegedly broke into three Honda vehicles during the evening hours on Thursday, February 14, Valentine’s Day. One lady had a Honda Civic parked near JCPenney. Then, she discovered that her purse along with $1,000 worth of electronics were stolen. Next, another This viewpoint was written last Saturday, Febru- Honda, parked near Saks off Fifth Avenue, had $366 ary 16. But, we should have held a board meeting on worth of valuables stolen. Lastly, $1,000 worth of Wednesday, February 20. Therefore, I wrote this items were stolen from a Honda near K-Mart. viewpoint so that you could know some of the things Get a Checkup that we would probably discuss during this meeting. Last Saturday, a very nice man collapsed at my Holding Directors Accountable gym. Thereafter, a lot of gym members along with If you go online and look up my viewpoint in the the FDNY tried to help him. But, he could not be ‘Co-op City Times’ on February 9, 2019, you’ll see that revived after an extensive amount CPR work and I said that, “some residents made allegations that some several shocks from a defibrillator. So, the FDNY directors were not paying their carrying charges before took him to a local hospital. Thereafter, fear stepped [Junius] Williams became a board director.” Therefore, in and some gym members said that they were going those allegations were made against several directors. to make some personal health changes. To deal with these payment issues, a director wrote Now, is it possible that someone might have an a resolution for current and future board directors. “The unknown, but, curable condition? For instance, executive general manager shall notify each director whenever any director is in violation … by two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges.” So, the board should have voted on this resolution. Another troubling issue involves department directors that get paid a salary from the Riverbay Corporation. For instance, what should happen to these directors when it is discovered that they’re running a lousy department? We need to have a serious discussion about this problem. Bad Business Transactions Who remembers the date, Monday, October 12, 2015, when we received our 150-ton boiler? That $4,040,000 boiler was shipped by barge from Oklahoma. Then, it was placed on a trailer. Thereafter, the NYPD and CCPD blocked off traffic for 75 minutes as that boiler was brought down Co-op City Boulevard to the power plant. A huge success. Right? Well, not quite. At some point, they discovered that this tremendous piece of equipment could not fit into our power plant. Thereafter, they discovered that the ground could not support the weight of this boiler. So, this huge boiler had to sit outside of the power plant for an extended period of time. Then, as time progressed, solutions were found for these outrageous problems. And, now, we’re set to spend $6,280,267 to have this boiler installed. Bottom line: In another case, allegations surfaced after our current elevators were installed with smaller than expected motors. Then, Riverbay went to court and settled on a 25-year warranty for those small motors. Thereafter, the manufacturer allegedly told Riverbay that it will take six months to build and ship another motor if a motor that we have burns out. And, now, we’re spending almost $40 million to replace our all of elevators. Both of these cases should be placed in college textbooks and studied by students. New Laundry Machines Here are the facts about the new laundry contract with CSC (formerly known as Coinmach) and the benefits that we’re supposed to receive. Riverbay will receive a $750,000 “signing bonus” along with a monthly rent payment of $302,250. This signing bonus will be advanced from the monthly amount that we charge CSC for rent. Our residents will have to shell out 50 cents more for each wash. Plus, we will be stuck with these machines for 8 years. CSC will know exactly when a machine needs to be repaired. They will also provide our managers with marketing programs and tools to track the performance of their machines. Also, here are the promises that CSC made to our residents: 1. More convenient payment options; 2. Check availability, reserve machines; 3. Alerts when laundry is completed; and 4. Auto-replenish accounts. Question: Do you think that these laundry machines are going to hold up for 8 years? We’ll see. Payless Shoes – Bankrupt Can you believe that Payless Shoes is closing all of its 2,100 American stores, including the one in Bay Plaza? According to published reports, Payless has more than, “3,600 locations in 40 countries and over 18,000 employees.” Lots of Payless stores were located inside of huge malls. But, lots of shoppers have preferred to make online purchases instead of going to these malls. So, these stores have seen dramatic decreases in their sales. Several Payless stores will remain open until the end of May 2019.

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according to the AMA and the CDC, “One in three American adults has prediabetes.” However, they also state: “Remember that with early diagnosis, prediabetes can often be reversed. It’s important to consult your doctor before taking any next steps.” A serious medical condition can surface at any time. So, please think about yourself and your family. Then, please consider having a nice discussion with them about checking out their health. Then, please consider making some appointments for everyone to go to a doctor to get a checkup. No excuses!!! We care about you and your family. 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 32 Association

Hope everyone in Building 32 had a fun St. Valentine’s Day. The Building 32 Association would like to announce our next general meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 19. Scheduled to appear will be guest speaker, Mr. Anthony Barzelatto, Riverbay Safety Director. He has already held meetings with other associations, but now it’s Building 32’s turn to hear Mr. Barzelatto discuss fire safety tips and other safety-related topics. Also on the docket will be building association dues. Dues are just $5 for the year. By the time of this printing, the dates for association dues lobby collection will have already passed. But fear not, you still can contribute your $5 at the March 19 meeting. Every bit counts and is appreciated. One of the best ways to maintain the quality of life you enjoy here in Building 32 is to attend the Building 32 Association general meetings. It’s a great way to stay informed about what’s going on with your building and getting involved. Going forward, let’s keep our experience living in Building 32 a pleasantly memorable one by being considerate to our neighbors. Please keep apartment noise to a minimum, especially after 10 p.m. Remain vigilant and be aware of your surroundings. If you see something, say something to Public Safety. —Ezekiel Springer Jr.

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

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Building 13 Association We will resume our monthly meetings when the convector is repaired. Note: Please make sure you have removed all items from your balcony so that facade and balcony inspections can be completed as required by New York City law. Tickets are going fast! 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 22) or $49.00, 1st payment due February 22, $40.00, balance due March 22). Payment (checks payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc.) information included below. We will soon be having “Waste Not, Want Not” recycling workshops. Please check the bulletin board in the lobby for additional information on dates and times. Coming soon, we will also be sponsoring workshops that will expose our youth to the idea of starting a small business, so check the board in the lobby. On Monday, March 4, the New York Public Library is having a Health Care and Maintenance Career Expo at the Bronx Library Center, located at 310 East Kingsbridge Road. Scheduled to attend are health care industry employers who will screen for various positions in administration, records clerical, nursing, CNA, HHA, PCT and many more. Pre– registration is required. For information, call 718579-4260. They suggest you bring multiple copies

of your resume and dress professionally. Additional information will be in the bulletin board. By now, you should have a special Fire Department label required by law at the base of your door. Fines will be issued if the labels are removed. PLEASE do not remove the label. Having it there can save your life. 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 email us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Thanks for making our Team work. —Leslie Peterson

Building 13 Association Inc. is proud and excited to celebrate the youth and young adults in Building 13, who hosted a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale. Kudos to Shanae (the baker), Devon, and their assistants for the excellent team work.

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The Board, by the same vote as with Resolution 19-03, approved Resolution 19-04 for a contract with Advancia-MAC JV LLC to complete installation and commissioning of high pressure boiler #2 at the Power Plant (Resolution 19-04). This resolution was submitted by Director Bernard Cylich and seconded by Director Cheryl Jenkins. Resolution 19-05, submitted by this year’s Election Committee chair, Director Leah Richardson, and seconded by Director Francine Jones, setting the date for the 2019 Riverbay Board of Directors Election and the Election Schedule, was also approved by Directors Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders and Turner. Director Johnson was recorded absent for the vote and Director Rice was absent for the meeting. Resolution 19-06, Notification of Board Arrears, was submitted by Director Leslie Peterson, seconded by Director Leah Richardson, and approved by Riverbay Board President Berk, as well as Directors Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders and Turner. Director Johnson voted no and Director Rice was recorded absent for the meeting. The resolution resolves that “Notwithstanding any prior Resolutions, the Executive General Manager shall notify each Director whenever any Director is in violation of Bylaws Article III, Section 2, by being two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges.” Article III, Section 2 of the Riverbay Bylaws states, in part, “If a Director is two months plus ten days in arrears on carrying charges…,” the Board shall suspend such Director from the Board until the arrearages are fully paid…” This resolution becomes effective 30 days after Board approval. The Board also approved a 5-year lease for a bakery/caterer and coffee shop at 169 Einstein Loop (Resolution 19-08) which was approved by all directors present at the meeting. The resolution was put forth by Director Richardson and seconded by Directors Feliciano, Pearson and Jones. (Continued from page 1)

Black History Month Art Exhibit

The Jewish Association Serving the Aged (JASA) showcased their artwork during the second annual Black History Month Art Exhibition held on Feb. 15 in the Einstein Community Center. All art featured in the exhibit were available for purchase and were made in an art class held once a week led by Dmitriy Moshkovich. Artists created still-life, landscape, and portrait paintings highlighting Black history and culture. —Fiifi Frimpong Photos by Toriea McCauseland

Gas Restoration – Building 4A, “E” Line

Con Ed inspectors and contractors gave approval early Friday morning for gas to be turned back on, and shareholders in E apartments were notified by Management to contact Maintenance for an appointment for a licensed plumber to visit their apartment to restore their gas service. Shareholders were advised under no circumstance should they try to reconnect their stoves or to turn the gas on themselves. This work must be done by a professional plumber. Residents whose stoves were already connected also have to contact Maintenance to have the gas to their apartment turned back on. Management thanks all shareholders of Building 4A for their exemplary cooperation during this gas shut down.

UPDATE: Asch Loop Townhouses Basement Flood

On Friday morning, the residents of the Asch Loop Townhouses were notified of a major flood in the basement pump room. Because of the danger posed by the situation, an electrical shutdown to all apartments was necessary. After the water was pumped out and the source of the flood was identified, it was quickly fixed without having to also shut down water service. However, before the electricity could be turned back on, the electrical equipment in the basement first had to be dried. Riverbay workers utilized mobilized fans and heaters to speed up the drying process and electricity was restored by early afternoon. Management thanks the residents of the Asch Loop townhouses for their patience and cooperation as the work was completed and electrical service was restored.

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Velocity Track Club New York

On Friday, February 10, Velocity Track Club competed in the YMCA series meet #3, at the Park Slope Armory YMCA in Brooklyn, NY. There were approximately 1,000 athletes competing. Teams traveled from as far as Philadelphia, PA to compete. This was a long day; we arrived at 9:00 a.m. and the meet was over at approximately 6:00 p.m. The following events were contested: 4x200 and 4x400 meter relay, 3,000, 200, 400, 1500 (girls), 1600 (boys) and 800 meters’ races. Medals were awarded to the top five athletes in each event. The following athletes earned medals or broke their PR (personal record) in their respective events: In the eight & under division: (Girls) Cameron Joseph won the 200 meters’ race and took 2nd in the 400 meters. Cameron also competed in the eight & under Fastest Kid in the World at the Millrose Games. She qualified for this race at a previous meet. Representing Antigua, Cameron took third place and broke her personal record in the 55 meters’ race. Go, Cameron!!! Velocity Track Club althletes. Also, in the eight & under girl’s division, Savannah Blake (6 years old) broke her PR (personal record) in the 200 meters. (Boys) Justyce Moore took 3rd in the 200- and 400-

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meters races. Ethan Lee PR’d in the 200- and 400-meters races. In the nine & ten age division: (Girls) Shyenne Blake took 3rd in the 200 meters, with a PR. Savannah Minter took 5th in the 200 meters and PR’d. Ryann Joseph took 5th in the 800 meters’ race. Hannah Deflorimonte, Savannah Minter, Kaylin Strachin and Raynn Joseph won the 4x400 meter relay race. (Boys) Adeyemi Senior took 4th in the 400 meters and 5th in the 1600 meters’ race. In the 11 & 12 age division: (Girls) Talia Dixon took 5th in the 200 meters. (Boys) Cruz Bailey PR in the 400 meters. Pierce Parker took 4th in the 1600-meter race. In the 13 & 14 age division: (Girls) Patience Burgess PR’d in the 800 meters. (Boys) Jared Dawson PR’d in the 800 meters. Dontae Lindo took 3rd in the 800 meters’ race. Jared, Dontae, Cruz and Julian Caldwell took 2nd in the 4x400 meter relay. Velocity won 20 medals: 5 gold, 5 silver, 4 bronze, 2 fourth place, and 4 fifth place medals. Plus, we had seven athletes break their personal records. Breaking your personal record is just as important as receiving a medal because if our athletes continue to improve, the medals will come. Congratulations to all! —Coach Winston Dinkins

Co-op City Little League 2019 Free Clinics/Registration Ending; Club Prepares For 50th Anniversary Gala Co-op City Little League will be holding its final FREE baseball clinic this Sunday, February 24, at Harry S Truman HS, 750 Baychester Ave. (front entrance). Ages 4-8 years old are from 10 a.m.-11 a.m.; ages 9-14 years old are from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. You can register your child for our Spring 2019 season at the clinic. Four-eight year olds can still be registered after 2/24, but you must contact us at coopcityll@yahoo.com, or call Joe Roman, 914-262-9697 to set up a time to register. Registration for 9-14 year olds will be based on availability after 2/24. Please sign up right away for the 2019 Little League season!!! Visit/like us on Facebook and Instagram as CCLL also prepares for its 50th Anniversary Gala to be held May 25 at the little league fields. Information will follow as to where/ how to purchase tickets for this milestone event. —Joe Roman

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Co-op City Youth Performs on “Hamilton” Stage

Co-op City resident, Matthew Miller, and two of his classmates, Johans Severino and Brian Garcia, from the High School for Computers & Technology (HSCT), got the thrill of a lifetime recently when they were selected to perform a project they did for the cast of the Broadway hit show “Hamilton.” Their performance took place on Wednesday night, February 13, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City, and it was attended by the “Hamilton” cast and personnel, and an all-New York City high school audience invited to the special performance. “HSCT was invited to attend with the understanding that students would participate in creative projects that used primary sources to present some aspect of Hamilton's life,” said Mr. David Wills, principal of HSCT. Matthew, Johans and Brian decided on a Rap video depicting the rivalry between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr and their duel in Weehawken, NJ on July 11, 1804. Their collaborative effort, featuring a song that Matthew arranged and pro-

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Matthew (bottom, left) and his classmates Johans and Brian with the cast of “Hamilton” after their Feb. 13 performance.

duced, was selected by their principal, Mr. Wills, who, in turn, submitted it to the producers of “Hamilton,” who viewed it, liked it and chose the project to be performed before the cast and each city school invited to the event on Feb. 13. “Of all the projects from HSCT, the Rap created by Matthew Miller, Johans Severino and Brian García was selected to be performed on the day of the show, along with projects from the other schools,” said Mr. Wills. “The three boys created the Rap and the background beat about Burr and Hamilton's duel. On the day of the show, all attending schools shared their performances, but Matt and his crew brought the house down with their performance, even inspiring one of the hosting ‘Hamilton’ actors to jump in and join them.” The young men's performance can be viewed at Matthew's Instagram account at mattbando.40. More well-known for his martial arts prowess, Matthew is also an aspiring musician and Rap artist. He is well versed in several musical instruments. He said that the beat for the “Hamilton” project materialized when he was putting together music for another song that he and his friends were working on. “I happened to make a piano chord that I felt sounded nice,” said Matthew. “After that, I began to build off of that chord to make a melody of the song. I followed by adding the bass and drums and then a combination of Johans’ and Brian’s and my vocals that we all wrote individually. The song was made to be catchy and educational, while at the same time following the format of the project.” Matthew said that he and his friends felt “honored to be chosen to perform on such a world renowned stage.” “It’s amazing to be able to perform and showcase my talent, along with my friends’, in front of such an esteemed cast and supportive crowd. The fact that I was able to express my talents for a school project is phenomenal and pushes me to continue my dream in music production and Rap,” Matthew said. “We would like to thank the ‘Hamilton’ production and our teachers for allowing us the experience to perform onstage.” “It was truly a proud moment for HSCT – the opportunity to share and highlight the creative talent of these boys was wonderful and was a huge part of what made the day so memorable,” Mr. Wills said.

Buildings 2A and 2B Association

Greetings, neighbors! During our February 12 general meeting, it was agreed that the collection of the annual building association dues will commence in March. The dates and times when volunteers will be available in the building lobbies to collect the dues will be posted in the 2A and 2B lobbies. The amount of the annual dues is $6 per apartment. The annual dues are used to purchase refreshments for our monthly meetings, holiday decorations for our lobbies, our building’s annual holiday party and our building’s contribution to the annual Section 1 Family Fun Day. We thank you in advance for your support of our building association and the contribution of your annual dues. Next General Association Meeting – Our next general building association meeting is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. in the association room located behind Building 2B. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you at this meeting. Cheers to those celebrating a birthday or other celebratory event during the month of February. We extend a hearty Welcome to our new neighbors. We offer our most sincere —Georgianna Rodriguez Condolences to those who have suffered a loss.

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Co-op City Working Families Party Public Advocate Special Election. VOTE. Tuesday, February 26 Thanks for coming out to our Public Advocate Candidates’ Forum/Meet and Greet last Sunday. This Tuesday is Election Day. This Tuesday, February 26, take an active part in a progressive movement. Vote for the Working Families’ Party choice: Jumaane Williams. Your voting site is the same as last year’s location. Find your location by calling 866 VOTENYC (866 868-3692), by Googling http://voting.nyc/ or by opening the Board of Elections mailer, or by looking at the flyer posted in your lobby. You came to the Forum, you’re voting Tuesday, we hope to see you the next day at our next meeting. Check out our Mission Statement to decide if we’re a good fit. Details below. 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. Jumaane Williams for Public Advocate The Working Families Party endorses Jumaane Williams for Public Advocate. As a City Council legislator he has a record of accomplishments. He was praised by the New York Times for his consensus building and his ability to pass “some 50 pieces of legislation.” Jumaane passed the Community Safety Act that addressed Stop and Frisk abuse and protects LGBT people from discriminatory policing. He works and legislates against discrimination in the workplace, in housing, in the streets, and in the jails. As Public Advocate, Jumaane pledges to, “hold politicians and city agencies accountable through legislation, lawsuits, and activism.” This Tuesday, February 26, find Jumaane Williams on the It’s Time Let’s Go party line. Look for his name and his party line and his #9 in the second row of your ballot. Your Vote is your Voice. Make yourself heard. Next Working Families Meeting Join us the day after the election. Join us on Wednesday, February 27, in Einstein, room 35, at 7:00 p.m. to rehash the results. If you left contact information at the Forum, expect a call or email. Or just come. We do not say no to dues but what we really want is your presence and your input. Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single or retired and still join the Co-op City Working Families Party. All progressives are welcome. For more details, text or call 718-219-2211 or email mpjazz@optonline.net. —Mary Pearson

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute

Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greets everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house! We serve Christ when we serve people. Let’s look at scripture to support this. Matthew 25:37-40 says: 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Invitation: Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 pm. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. Vernon Little just released a new EP titled ‘Double Minded’ on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, etc. It’s a fusion of Gospel, R&B, and Rap. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged and inspired. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone # is (347) 2764925. Jesus loves you, and so do we! —Evangelist Vernon Little

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Williamsbridge Club

Greetings, friends. The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc.; The Williamsbridge Club, which meets on the second Friday of each month in Dreiser Loop Community Center is an organization established in 1935 for the purpose of supporting and encouraging women in business and the professions. We sponsor a Founders’ Luncheon each spring at which we recognize members of the community who have excelled, and give scholarships to high school seniors going on to college. At this time, we are accepting nominations for women in the community who should be recognized for achievement in the business, profession, education, community service and/or ministry. Please contact us at P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station or 718.328.2302 for more information. Black History Moment: For High Schoolers – when considering college, why not consider an HBCU – Historically Black College or University. Google them for more information! Remember – Google Carter G. Woodson to whom we owe the celebration of this month. Current Events: The Williamsbridge Club is in full operational mode planning for our 42nd Annual Founders Day Luncheon. Save the Date: May 4, at Eastwood Manor, 1:00 p.m. We have a full complement of awardees who should be seen and heard from. Come one, come all, 718.328.2302. This club year, we will have several forums, free and open to the public. Our upcoming events are: March 23 – Domestic Violence/Human Trafficking; April 8, 9, 10, 11, Computer Workshop. For more information, 718.328.2302. More information to follow. March 23, Dreiser Loop Community Center, room 4, noon – 3:00 p.m. If you or you know someone who has experienced abuse or violence, come out to learn about resources and assistance that are available. During our March 8 and April 12 meetings, 6:30 p.m., room 8, Dreiser Loop Community Center, we are inviting persons who are interested in learning about and joining the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc., The Williamsbridge Club. Come out if you are interested and want to know more. For more information and if you are interested in joining a progressive organization, please contact Joetta Brown, 718.328.2302. You may stop by our meeting on the second Friday of November, November 9, to indicate an interest in joining our organization. —Joetta Brown

Assemblyman Benedetto Provides Free Income Tax Preparation For Seniors

Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto, in conjunction with the Iona College Accounting Department, is once again offering free income tax preparation for seniors 62 years of age or older who reside within the boundaries of his district (Co-op City, Throggs Neck, Morris Park, Pelham Bay, and City Island). Tax documents can be dropped off at the assemblyman’s office beginning on Monday, February 4. This service is limited to seniors who meet the following criteria: • Simple filings only!! • Complete copies of 2018 federal and state returns must be included • Name, social security number, and date of birth of all people claimed on the return as taxpayers and dependents • Adjusted gross income (AGI) for 2018 must be under $50,000 • All necessary paper work must be included as a complete file and brought to the office, otherwise it will be returned • You must provide us with a telephone or cellphone number at which you can be reached during normal business hours and on Saturdays • You should let the tax preparer know if there have been any changes in taxpayers or dependents from your 2017 return, such as birth or death of a taxpayer or dependent. Seniors are encouraged to bring all their tax documents to Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at 177 Dreiser Loop, room 12, or 3602 East Tremont Ave., Suite 201, anytime from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The tax preparer will collect documentation until Friday, March 15, after which no more taxes will be done. All participants will be contacted when the forms are completed. This free service is limited to the first 150 constituent respondents, so please present your materials early. All returns are prepared by student volunteers from Iona College as a service to the community. All returns will indicate that they were prepared by a non-preparer. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Benedetto’s office at (718) 320 2220 (Dreiser Loop location) or (718) 8922235 (Tremont location).

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019 Greetings, fellow cooperators. New Cooperators – Welcome all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next general membership meeting. General Membership Meeting – The General Membership meeting scheduled for February 27, has been postponed. Please check the bulletin board for the next scheduled 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 $45.00 with a $25.00 bonus. Tickets are going fast. Reserve your seat now. For more information, call 718-320-2366, 718-320-4059, or 646-220-0802. 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. Deepest condolences to the family of Launise L. Noel, who was a long-time cooperator of Building 10A. Ms. Launise passed away on February 15. Ms. Launise will be missed. 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

Building 10 Association

Church of the New Vision

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: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 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. Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Upcoming Events/Programs • July 23-25 (Tuesday -Thursday); Join us on a three-day, two-night 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 full, submit your deposit or payment as soon as possible to reserve your seat on bus two. See Sis. Brenda Brown, Bro. Anthony Davis or Sis. Terry Gavin or call the church. • A Women’s Retreat is scheduled for October 17-19 at Eddy’s Farm in Sparrow Bush, NY. This two nights, three-day event’s theme is “Just a Closer Walk with Thee.” Double occupancy, $400 per person; single occupancy, $550, includes meals, transportation, workshops and retreat material. A $50 nonrefundable deposit is due by February 24. We ask that each person bring one person. Please contact Sis. L. Scott, 718-671-2623, or call the church. Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Office: (718) 671-8746 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

Be careful and ask to see Employee ID

If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your own peace of mind, as well as the protection of the Riverbay workers/ contractors coming into your home. Riverbay employees wear identification badges and so do the various Riverbay-approved contractors seeking access to your home. Ask to see identification before allowing anyone to enter your apartment. If you are unsure, you should contact your local CSO at (718) 320-3300 (follow prompts), or Public Safety at (718) 6713050.

Building 9 Association

Sadly, the Building 9 family has suffered another great loss. Our dear friend, former Sergeant-at-arms of the Building 9 Association executive board, and long-time resident, Catherine Lemon, has passed from this life. Catherine will always be remembered for her style and her sass. Our thoughts and prayers are with Catherine’s family at this time. Please continue to be mindful of others and to pray on behalf of one another each day. A kind word or thoughtful gesture can go a long way. Tonight is our Vintage Fashion Show on ‘Runway Nine’ senior event. Our Event Committee has done a fantastic job creating a ‘Red Carpet’ Runway-style fashion show experience for our senior models. This is not a competition. Our goal is to create fun memories for the members. Please join us. Last Saturday was our 4th annual Black History event. The movie selected is based on a true story. Our topic for discussion centered on Eartha Kitt and other entertainers of that era who had to endure and survive under similar circumstances. I thank our members for sharing their Black History stories of strength and dignity. Thank you to Wanda Rodriguez, Shirley Wells, Jerome Wells, Wanda Randall, Eloise Coleman, Mary Walker, Janice Warner-Rosario, Marilyn Ringel, Shirley Johnson, Gwen Anderson and Linda Collins. At the time of this writing, I expect to be recognized by New York State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto on February 20 for my service and commitment to the Building 9 Association of shareholders and to the greater Co-op City community. I thank the Honorable Michael Benedetto for his work in support of the Co-op City community, as well as his consideration and elevation of those in the community. Thank you to my family and personal friends and my Building 9 family for their support. Please be reminded that the Special Election for Public Advocate is scheduled for Tuesday, February 26. The 45th Precinct Neighborhood Coordination Officers (NCO) will host a Build-a-Block meeting at P.S. 175 on City Island on Tuesday, February 26. I have been remiss in promoting Women’s Reproductive Health awareness for our members. Congress designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. I encourage you to have annual breast exams, mammograms, pelvic exams, Pap smears, etc. Your life may depend on it. Our 4th Annual Women’s History Month event will include a discussion on women’s health issues. Our 4th Annual International Food Night event is scheduled for March. Please prepare an ethnic dish to share with your neighbors and provide a brief description of the origins or significance of the dish. The biggest lie ever told was half the truth. All facts matter. “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” –Edmund Burke —Linda Collins Please join us on the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome! The Fair Committee is planning another trip to Resort World Casino Catskills on Saturday, May 11. Tickets are $40. Additional information will be available on the website and Facebook page. The Visitation Committee plans to spend the afternoon with the residents of Bay Park on February 24, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Upcoming Events Nomination of Club Officers and Elections will take place in March. Nominations will take place on March 14. Election night will take place on March 28. The Membership Committee will be raffling off two separate tickets to the Installation Dinner Dance. Raffle tickets will be distributed on Nominations night, and the raffle will take place on Election night. Raffle-holders must be present in order to win. Members: Please plan to attend both meetings. Your attendance is crucial. The club is sponsoring ‘Vegas Night’ on Saturday, March 16, at 7:00 p.m. More information is available on the website and Facebook. March’s ‘Social Friday’ will take place on Saturday, the 30th, at 7:00 p.m. The Installation of Officers Dinner and Dance is scheduled for Friday, April 26, at Maestro’s. Tickets are $60 for members and $80 for non-members. Payment is due by April 11th. For more information, please contact Alfonso Gonzalez at (347) 249-3403. Please see the flyer on the website. Applications for the Tony Mondesire Scholarship are now available. Applications are being distributed to member households with students of higher education. The forms will be available in room 16 of Dreiser Loop Center at any of our monthly meetings, either the second Thursday of every month or at our board of directors meetings on the first 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 May 9, either by mail, or to a member of the Scholarship Board of Trustees. Membership renewals are now past due. A penalty fee of $48 for the year ($4 a month) will be assessed. Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc. synthasite.com. You may also email the club at SpanAmCCCC@gmail.com or find us on Facebook (search for ‘spanamcccc’). —Carmen Rodriguez

Spanish-American Community Club

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Building 16 Association

Greetings, everyone. We are having a meeting on Thursday, February 28, at 7:00 p.m. in our association room located on the “B” side of 600 Baychester Ave. We will have a guest speaker. Please come and bring ideas for a trip or a fundraiser. We have a few vacant spots for officers. Please feel free to throw your hat into the ring. Hope to see you there. Refreshments will be served. —Teri A. Garcia

American Legion Post 1871

General Membership Meeting The second general membership meeting of the American Legion was held on Saturday, February 16. A majority of the members of the Legion family were in attendance, with Commander Toba presiding. The commander thanked everyone who attended the meeting regardless of the drop in temperature, as he stressed the need for members to ask after themselves regularly. He emphasized that membership data will be updated in the office to include next of kin, as most Legionnaires left out the information in their record. Mid-Winter Conference As the 100th Annual American Legion Department of New York Mid-Winter Conference took place this year on Friday, January 25, through Sunday, January 27, at the Desmond Hotel & Conference Center in Albany, Commander Toba led Post 1871 to attend the spectacular event. Also at the meeting this year were Adjutant Codrington and past Commander Feliciano. Each attendee took time to report on their experiences at the conference. Apart from meetings and seminars on a variety of topics and programs that characterized the agenda of the conference, there was a reception and banquet on Saturday evening. Commander Toba encouraged members to attend this event for better ideas and new developments in the American Legion, especially as the organization marks its 100th year. Raffle Booklet for Memorial Day The preparation for this year’s Memorial Day celebration has begun in earnest with the printing of raffle tickets for the event. Commander Toba reiterated the fact that it is the only means of fundraising for the group. Thus, he made passionate appeal to veterans and families to use this opportunity to support the post. Finance Officer Gordon and Adjutant Codrington are coordinating the sale of tickets for this year. Each member of the American Legion will receive a minimum of 10 booklets while officers will receive minimum of 15 booklets. We are starting early this year because we want to give members enough opportunity to canvass for support in the community. Members of the Post who attended the meeting were given their booklets while others will receive their own copies through the mail. I am using this opportunity to appeal to both Legionnaires and the auxiliaries to sell these tickets by reaching out to our loved ones in the neighborhood. Everyone must be part of this campaign. So, don’t feel somehow when you receive your booklets in the mail. Zonal Oratorical Championship for 2018 This year’s Zonal Oratorical Constitution Contest took place in Haverstraw, New York on Sunday, February 10, at 1 p.m. Both Scott Siegel of The High School of American Studies at Lehman College and Chimoij Okafor of Harry S Truman High School represented the Bronx County. Bronx County’s best performance guaranteed the third place, thus we are unable to move onto the next stage. Scott Siegel came third. With the experience these two young men received this year, Commander Toba feels that they would have an edge over new entrants next year if they choose to come back again. —Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

Broun Place Townhouse Association hopes your Valentine’s Day was full of love. Thanks goes out to Reverend Emanuel for the following important Port Authority Recruitment information, PANYNJ Police Recruit Network. For further information, please access: http://www.papdrecruit.com/pages/salary-benefits. Alert, a company named “*Medicare.com” is sending out letters that look like they are from “Medicare.” “*Medicare.com” is a private company, not the federal over 65 program. Read carefully! Twice, in attendance for the important seminar that Safety Director, Mr. “T” Barzelatto, gives, has been a bonus. Recently, he attended the monthly Buildings and Grounds meeting and taught attendees the value of fire safety. Come to our association meeting, Wednesday, March 20, 7 p.m., for more. It was confirmed, no walk through identifying broken storm doors is planned. If you need door repair, call CSO, go there, email, take photos, do not give up. Although, the high-rise residents are getting lobby and elevator repairs, no project is planned for us. Like the street signage, we are launching action. Storm doors require inside springs. The door has to close snugly and snap shut to work properly. Thursday, February 7, 8:50 p.m., walking from Bartow, a large white dog unleashed, was let loose running in the tot-lot between Adler townhouses and Building 21. Photos were taken and submitted and an investigation is underway. If you have seen a large white dog, not a pit-bull, in Section 4, please inform Public Safety. State Senator Michael Benedetto helped us get our new street sign. We are seeking help to learn how to have the sewer moved or the pitch of the cul de sac changed so that “Lake Broun Place” will drain properly. Neighbors, are you still disposing of house garbage in the older, open top concrete bins in the center of Broun Place pedestrian walkway? Garbage disposal takes a few extra steps to the compactor bins. If you are caught and identified, you will be served with a Community Complaint. Hey, I will take your kitchen garbage over! Again, our next association meeting is 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 20. We are looking forward to reports on the “Open Mic” event from Saturday, February 16, and the Public Advocate candidates’ debate held on Sunday, February 17. Broun Place Executive Committee wishes those recovering from illness and hardships, a speedy, complete recovery and many good days ahead. —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 25 Association

We wish all neighbors born in February a Happy Birthday, and for those who have been under the weather, we hope you get better soon. Our next meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer. In honor of all women around the world, I will close with the following: “I am not my hair, I am not this skin, I am a soul that lives within.” —India Arie —Wanda Bailey

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Building 21 Association

We had a great time… Where were you? Saturday, February 16, marked the first monthly event of 2019 in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Co-op City. “Open Mic” was sensational! There was a good turnout and a wealth of talent. A spectrum of artists, including singers, musicians, and spoken word artists ranging in age from 70 to 8 years. We were delighted by a spectacular live band comprised of A-list session players who have accompanied such countless notables as Ashford and Simpson, The Manhattans and Donnie McClurKin, just to name a few. Genres spanned R&B, popular music, Hip-Hop and Jazz. The evening was hosted by Michelle Marbury and brought to you by the Riverbay Fund and Alena Powell. The evening was so well received that there is talk of making this a seasonal event. We hope you will come out and support it and as many of the other community events that you can attend. Pictured above are the Open Mic Back-up Band and Spoken Word Artist and Building 21 shareholder, Jacqueline Chambers, who gave a stunning rendition of Dr. Maya Angelou’s poem, “Phenomenal Woman.” Floor Captains are an Absolute Necessity In Every Building All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers (For your floor only): List all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (delivered on Saturdays) 3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote: Meetings, clubs and gatherings 5. Encourage Your Neighbors To: VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! in the Riverbay election Make calls to the Riverbay offices: Security, 718-671-3050; CSO offices, 718-320-3300 Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:00 p.m. This is where we develop your ideas to progress Co-op City forward. Think Tank at Building 21 is where we strive to make miracles and dreams come true in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-Section (120 Bellamy Loop). ALL are welcome. Do you believe in miracles? Let us all be dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of each other; of every shareholder in Co-op City. We are passionate about our community. Don’t you share this positive energy and passion? Come and join us at Building 21 sometime. In celebration of Black History Month we end with this quote: “Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.”— Coretta Scott King —Michelle Marbury See you around the neighborhood!

Building 18 Association

Hi, neighbors. Our next General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the association room. Our guest speaker is Mark Warren, director of Construction. Do you want to know what is going on around this building, your home? Please come down and hear what Mr. Warren has to say. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday. Be an informed cooperator. Refreshments will be served. We have lots to talk about, suggestions of building activities replacing some old and opening some new. Come with your ideas; team work is what it’s all about. We all live here so together, we can make a difference! Please notice our list of scheduled guest speakers posted on the wall and in the bulletin board in the lobby. Try to attend as many as you can. Give us an hour, it will be worth your time. Membership Dues: Just $10.00 per house for the entire year. We will be collecting 2019 Membership Dues in early March. We need your help so think about what evening you will be able to sit in the lobby to assist with collecting. Thanking you in advance. Always stay alert! If you see something, say something!!! —Gertie Brown

No Standing/Parking In Dumpster Pads Shareholders are reminded that there is no standing or parking in the dumpster pads. These areas are strictly for the use of Riverbay Corporation vehicles. All unauthorized vehicles will be towed at vehicle owners’ expense. Thank you for your cooperation.

National Council Of Negro Women

Black History Month Celebration – Today is 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 Center, room 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The theme this year is Visionaries, “Leaders of our Past, Present and Future.” Did you know red on the Afro-American flag which is tricolor red, black and green, symbolizes the blood that unites us? Do you know what the black and green stand for? If you choose to, come dressed as your favorite iconic hero or shero, rock your HBCU paraphernalia or wear your African attire. We’re looking for you! 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 four 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. Book Club – Our next Co-op City section Book Club selection is “An American Marriage” by Tayari Jones. The meeting will take place in room 11, Dreiser Center, at 3 p.m., on Saturday, March 9. Join us for a lively discussion. If you need more information, contact us at ncnwcoopcitysocial@gmail.com. Healthy Heart Month – As we end “Healthy Heart Month,” it is imperative that women learn the warning signs and symptoms of heart disease and stroke, see a doctor regularly and learn your family history. Do you know some signs of a heart attack are: uncomfortable pressure or pain in the center of your chest; pain or discomfort in your arms, back, neck, jaw or stomach; shortness of breath; breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness. Economic Empowerment and Professional Development – Reserve Saturday, March 30, for our workshop on: Land the Job, Excel at the Job, Develop your Career! This will be held in Bartow, room 31, from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open to all, but focus will be for young adults ages 18-24 and those 50+ years making a mid-life career change. Women Represent! – Save the date: Saturday, April 6. We are combining Women’s History Month with National Poetry Month. We are looking for poets and spoken word artists. —Joyce Howard

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. Mr. Groundhog decided we should have an early spring. Well, Mother Nature decided she wasn’t done with winter yet, a little snow. African American History Month – Celebration and paying tribute to generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity, the men and women who have made significant contributions to America and the World. Martin L. King Jr. – Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to the halls of Congress in 1968, a path that would lead others of marginalized groups, and eventually, the election of Barack Obama as President of the United States. There are countless other African Americans who have made a profound impact on our history. Here in the midst of our own community are talented, ambitious and inspired leaders. On Feb. 20, 2019, Assemblyman Benedetto honored Co-op City leaders, Ms. Linda Collins, president of Bldg. 9 Association, and Joyce Howard, president of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), Co-op City Branch. We congratulate them both. Some complain, observe, agree, disagree or do nothing. Then there are those who embrace the courage and strength and are compelled and resolved to speak truths, to take a stand for justice against the forces of power that deprive people of what are basic rights for community life and society. We dare to look back or go backwards, but keep marching forward. Most importantly to be thankful and good stewards over what we have been blessed with. Harriet Tubman – Inspired speech: every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. Reminder: The association meets every other month until June, then recesses for the summer. Our next general meeting should be in March. Stay tuned. New Cooperators – Welcome to any events you see posted by the Bldg. 27 Association. If any questions or concerns, contact phone number and names are posted on the bulletin board in the lobby. Happy Birthday to our patriarch affectionately called Ms. Bea, of Bldg C. She is 97 years young on January 22, 2019. Oh, by the way, Ms. Bea still serves as our assistant treasurer. Thank you very much! Happy Birthday to all celebrating during this month. The best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share news of an illness, or the passing of a neighbor. Pray for peace among the world leaders, now more than ever. Leaders and leadership choices and decisions affect our very daily lives. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer kindness to your neighbor, life is too short. There is nothing better than the encouragement of a good friend. -K.B. Hathaway —H. Overman

Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop

Mark your calendar – our next general membership meeting will be on Wednesday, March 6, at 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser, room 13 (location change). Travel Events: (price includes Locant coach bus; located on Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Mar. 21 (Thurs.), Sands Casino Resort, PA. Price: $40. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718- 320-0500. • Apr. 9 (Tue.), 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. • July 15-17 (Mon.-Wed.), Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, De. Price: $380, double per person/$470, single. Deposit: $100 ASAP. Two payments each due April 1 and May 6. Double, $140 and single, $185 per. Final payment due June 3. Hotel accommodations at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, all-you-can-eat crabs at Woody’s Crab house, non-stop action at the Dover Downs slots, and shopping at Rehoboth stores. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718320-0500. • Sept. 16-19 (Mon.-Thurs.), Niagara Falls, Canada. Price: double: $589/single: $709. Deposit, $150 ASAP. Final payment due June 5. Meet & Greet upon arrival, guided tours, 3 breakfasts/3 dinners, and Niagara Fall cruise. Contact: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722. 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. Deposit: $45. Balance, $30 due by Thursday, February 28. Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949. • March 30 (Sat.), “RUBEN SINGS LUTHER,” featuring American Idol winner Ruben Studdard, Lehman Center. Showtime: 8:00 p.m. Price: $55. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847. • May 8 (Wed.), “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations,” Imperial Theatre. Showtime: 2:00 p.m. Price: $134. Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718-3790314. Remember – Your deposit/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. NO cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, from approximately 2:30-5:00 p.m. Good and Welfare 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, which will be on Wednesday, February 27. 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. A stipend can be expected for each trip. This position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as to outer boroughs. Please call C. Davis at 718-379-4784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message. “Do you want to be happy? Let go of what’s gone, be grateful for what remains, and look forward to what is coming.” —Author unknown —Claudette Davis

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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 is Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, room: TBA. $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. Walkins 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 (waiting list only at this time) 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. All monies due by March 1, or names removed from list no exceptions. 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, and 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 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033. Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip Join us Saturday, August 17, for an amazing dining experience at the award-winning Nordic Lodge/Lobster Fest, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2hours of all-you-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). Second payment due within next two weeks. Please make checks, payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City,’ and mail to 920 Baychester Avenue, #19B, Bronx, NY 10475. Include name & phone number of attendee. Contact We look forward to hearing from you; coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. —D. Illis

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

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 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 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. “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

Center, room 15, at 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 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 25. 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

African American Association

Fish-Fry We will be having a mini fish-fry at our next meeting. Fish sandwiches ($4) and free wine tasting. No Monday blues, well maybe, except for the music! Rhythm and Blues will be the theme for our general meeting. There will be many open discussions and announcements. 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 25, 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? Now is the best time to become a member. Setting aside the discounts you receive to most of our functions; the information received and pride in becoming a member of the AfricanAmerican Association is unmeasurable. Culture, economics, health, and education will continue to be our focus in 2019. Portions of our meetings may be recorded 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 of Section Five. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073. Institute for Youth/Adult Study Group – Meets every second and fourth Monday, Dreiser

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. We invite you to register for the 2019 Christian Leaders Fellowship World Conference New York. The conference will provide a variety of programs from small group sessions and large meetings to show-stopping performances on stage. Date: March 4-8. Register at clfusa.org. Bronx Clergy Task Force–Boro Presidents Office of Faith-Based Initiatives – 4th Peace & Health Interfaith Breakfast, Thursday, March 18, at Bx. County Courthouse, 851 Grand Concourse, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For sponsorship and tabling, call 718-790-9120 or email bxctf@aol.com. State-of-the-art medical screening, confidential HepC testing, plus many other community organizations. The Bible is the world’s most fascinating book. It is the best-selling book of all time and is widely considered to be some of the finest literature ever written. It has been translated into numerous languages and is the foundation of modern laws and ethics. It guides us through difficult circumstances, gives us wisdom, and has been the foundation of faith for centuries of believers. The Bible is the very Word of God and makes clear the ways to peace, hope, and salvation. It tells us how the world began, how it will end, and how we are to live in the meantime. The word Bible itself is simply a transliteration of the Greek word bíblos (βίβλος), meaning “book.” So the Bible is, quite simply, The Book. However, take a step further back and the same Greek word also means “scroll” or “parchment.” Of course, the first words of Scripture would have been written on parchment, and then copied to scrolls, then those scrolls would be copied and distributed and so on. It is thought the word Biblos itself is likely taken from an ancient seaport city named Byblos. Located in modern-day Lebanon, Byblos was a Phoenician port city known for its export and trade of papyrus. Because of this association, the Greeks likely took the name of this city and adapted it to create their word for book. Many familiar words such as bibliography, bibliophile, library, and even bibliophobia (fear of books) are based on the same Greek root word. 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 12step fellowship at Fellowship Hall, 7 p.m. Monday-Friday: After School Workshop & Tutoring, 3-6 p.m. at 159 Fellowship Hall. For information, 718671-7265. Goodwill Ministry & Book Shop: Tues.-Fri., 12-4 p.m., 163 Dreiser Loop. God brings you many blessings of health for you and your family. —Bishop Nancy Rosario

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Co-op City Times / February 23, 2019

Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m. Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Health & Wellness Support Group Bartow Center 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., JASA main office Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

No Activities Due to Special Election

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. 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

Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Kosher Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 9:30-10:30 a.m. Orange juice Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Stay Turkey w/gravy Color Your Stress Away 11a.m., Rm. 4 Word Search 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11 a.m. Baked potato in skin Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Whole grain stuffing Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Diabetes Support Group 2nd Steamed Broccoli Last Monday of the month Monday, 1 p.m. Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., Rm. 8 Fresh fruit Computer Class for Beg, Int. & Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., Rm. 2 Alt: tuna fish salad Adv. 9:30 a.m. Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Lunch served in 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Room 28 Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Orange juice Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 rm. 7 Health & Wellness Support Group Cultural Dance 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Chicken Cacciatore Garlic bread Aud. B 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Pasta, Green beans Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Canned pineapple Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Alt: Egg salad Matinee 1:00 p.m., rm. 7 Orange pineapple Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 juice, Sweet & sour Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session meatballs, Mauzone Spelling Bee 10 a.m. 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. toasted barley & (New) Body in motion w/Ola Sewing 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. onion, California 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. blend vegetables Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Spanish Practice Class 10:30 Whole wheat bread a.m., in the Computer Lab Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2 Fresh fruit Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4 Alt: Salmon salad

Non-Kosher

Orange juice Breaded Pollock fish fillet Corn & red peppers Coleslaw Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Turkey salad Apple juice Hawaiian chicken legs, Shite rice Spinach Soufflé Challah bread Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

Hawaiian chicken legs Mashed sweet potatoes Sautéed string beans Steamed kale

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 at any of the three senior centers. (FREE) LiveOn NY – SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., Mar. 15 & 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. AARP Tax Aide offers FREE tax preparation to anyone of any age, especially if you are 50 or older or can’t afford paid tax preparations. Until April 15; Einstein Center, 2nd fl., Tues. & Weds. only, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tax preparation, rm. 40; Waiting room, #35. First come, first served! Do You Know How to Maintain a Healthy Heart? Join our FREE Healthy Heart Workshops to learn more! Dates: Tues., Feb. 26 – Healthy Heart Introduction; Mar. 5 – Emergencies: MI, Stroke; Mar. 12 – Living w/Heart Failure & March 19 – Eating right for Healthy Heart. JASA Main office, 2049 Bartow Ave., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. To register or for more information, contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252, or call Bartow main office, 718-320-2066.

Sweet & sour pork w/pineapple Chinese style spaghetti Oriental blend

Chicken w/black bean sauce White rice Okra w/tomatoes

Beef stew Egg noodles Broccoli w/toasted garlic

Fish w/creole sauce Pasta Steamed kale

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

Pantry – New pantry date is scheduled for Thurs., Feb. 28. For existing participants only! Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Mar. 1, $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Beg Computer Class – Mon., Mar. 4, 135 Einstein Loop; Beg., 9:30 a.m., Int.; 10:30 a.m.; Adv., 11:30 a.m. Shoprite – Mon., Mar. 4, $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Beg./Int. Computer Class – Tues., Mar. 5, 2049 Bartow Ave., JASA main office, 12:30 p.m. Yoga @ the JASA Bartow main office will be cancelled on Mon., March 4 & will resume Mon., March 11. Empire Casino – Tues., Mar. 5; $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Beg Computer Class – Wed., Mar. 6, 2049 Bartow Ave., JASA main office, 10 p.m. Costco – Thurs., Mar. 7, $5; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Stew Leonard’s – Fri., Mar. 8, $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Aldi – Mon., Mar. 11, $3; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. IKEA – Tues., Mar. 12, $15; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Central Ave. – Wed., Mar. 13, $13. Christmas Tree store, Trader Joe’s and Amazing Savings; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. There is a Shoprite right next door to Amazing Savings. Empire Casino – Tues., Mar. 19, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Walmart – Wed., Mar. 20, $15; Bartow, 9 a.m.;

Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Foxwood Casino, Ledyard, CT. – Sat., Mar. 30, $35. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Einstein, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m. Bonus package is $10 slot & $10 food. Depart Casino, 5 p.m. Light breakfast served on the bus; 50 seats available. No refunds. Payment due no later than Mar. 8. Bartow & Einstein Center presents a Spring Luncheon & Concert featuring Damion Anthony & Inez L, live w/other special guests, 135 Einstein Loop Senior Center, Sat., April 6, $10; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Lunch: BBQ ribs or chicken, potato salad, corn-on-cob, garden salad, dessert. Music by DJ Woody. Tickets on sale at all three centers. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 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 themed day at beautiful High Point; full breakfast & full course dinner, 2 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. 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 12-2 p.m., DJ & dancing from 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.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: AARP is going to Albany to lobby for NYS budget issues which can affect seniors. Date: Wednesday, February 27, leaving from Asch Loop (near library) at 7:30 a.m. (arrive at 7:00 a.m. for bus seat assignments). Call Jean Mickens, 718-3793742 for further information. 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: April 1-12: Panama Canal 11-night Cruise on the Norwegian Jade – Price includes roundtrip flight to Miami (FL); ports of call include Cartagena, Colombia; Panama Canal/Gatun Lake; Puerto Limon; Roatan Bay Islands; Harvest Caye, 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, five breakfasts, five dinners, and much more; valid passport is required. $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 two 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

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Goose Island Seniors

Sunday Bingo – Tomorrow, February 24, at 1:30 p.m. in room 39. All are welcome. Bring your daubers. Admission: $5 for three cards and $1 for three-part full card jackpot sheet. Twelve games will be played, plus three-part full card. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available. Motown Tribute – Tuesday, March 26, at Villa Roma Resorts, Callicoon, NY. Price $89. Time: Buses leaving Einstein at 8 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:10 a.m. and Dreiser at 8:20 a.m. Come have a delicious meal, a great show, and Bingo or shopping. You MUST give me your choice of entree by Friday, March 1. You may call, 718-379-9613. Leave your name and choice. Entree choices are: (1) London broil with mushrooms, (2) chicken parmigiana over linguini, or (3) broiled Cod with 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. Leaving to return home at 5 p.m. Bus is full. First 100 people who pay in full by March 6 will go whether your name is on the list or not. If buses go, we go. Indoor Picnic – Saturday, April 6. Members only. Time 1 p.m. $5 entrance fee at door. Cover dish party; donate food, desert, or beverage no entrance fee required. Members may bring a friend or two. Sands Casino – Thursday, May 2, in Bethlehem, PA. Time: 8:30 a.m. Price:

$40, rebate $30 slot play. Sight & Sound “Jesus” – Tuesday, May 21, Lancaster, PA. Price $130. Includes free buffet at Golden Corral. Time: 12 p.m. and show “Jesus” at 3 p.m. Buses leaving Einstein at 8 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:10 a.m. and Dreiser at 8:20 a.m. 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. Game Day – Thursdays our club room is set up for our members to play games: Mahjong, Dominoes, 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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The Purim Party sponsored by the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City will be on Sunday, March 17, from noon to 3 p.m. Thanks to Stephen Roberts, Sr., president of the Goose Island Seniors, for gratuitously offering their faculties. The party will be held at 135 Einstein Loop in room 39. The menu will be roasted chicken and plenty of side dishes and, of course, Hamentashen. A charitable donation of $20 is requested. This also includes a mini Bingo and music. Please make your reservations by March 10. Bring your friends. All are welcome. The readings of the MEGILAH by Rabbi Daniel Kronengold: 1) Wednesday, March 20, at 8 p.m. 2) Thursday, March 21, at 11 a.m. A light lunch will follow. 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 9:00 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 Sat., February 23, at 6:32 p.m. Candle Lighting for Friday, March 1, 5:27 p.m. Good & Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 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 February (Debbie Schwartz). 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 our members and friends peace, and good health. —Bruce Gitelson

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Newsong Church Relationship Goals – Part 3 “Wise Relationships” 24 Don’t envy evil people or desire their company. 2 For their hearts plot violence, and their words always stir up trouble. 3 A house is built by wisdom and becomes strong through good sense. 5 The wise are mightier than the strong,[a] and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger. 6 So don’t go to war without wise guidance; victory depends on having many advisers. 7 Wisdom is too lofty for fools... –Proverbs 24:1-3; 5-7a (NLT) There are three kinds of people outlined for us in Proverbs 24. People who are evil, people who are wise, and people who are foolish. These are major themes we find throughout the Bible. We’ve all been foolish at one point or another, and if we’re honest, we know how to be evil. As followers of Jesus, the Holy Spirit is working with us to become wise. We should be pursuing godly relationships. The problem is that most of us weren’t taught what a Christ-centered relationship looks like, in fact we were taught the opposite. As a result, we learned how to deal with relationships destructively instead of constructively. We give each other the silent treatment, use intimidation or manipulation to get our way. Instead of having a conversation and listening to each other, we either end the relationship altogether, or act as if nothing ever happened. It’s foolish for us to know that our relationships aren’t working and then do nothing to try to fix them. You may not be able to change the other person, but you can change yourself! If you want to have solid relationships, you need to be willing to do what no one else is willing to do…Gain wisdom! God wants us to be wise in our relationships! A practical step towards gaining wisdom is to simply begin reading the word of God. Join a Bible Study, or find a godly mentor to help you break destructive relationship patterns in your life! Don’t be foolish and think that change will just happen! Be wise and ask God to be the center of your relationships! This Sunday, we continue our teaching series “Relationship Goals” and we would love for you to join us! Newsong Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop in room 45. Discounted parking is available in parking garage 8. While you’re enjoying our worship experience, your children will be enjoying “Kindsong.” At Kidsong, children from nursery to 6th grade will learn about Jesus in fun interactive ways! We also have a youth ministry called Against the Flow (ATF). At “ATF,” teens from 12-18 years old enjoy Christ-centered discussion groups, café nights, and other outings. ATF meets every Friday night at 7 p.m. at 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 28! If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church Office: 718-708-8385 Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx Twitter: @newsongchurchBX. IG: @newsongchurchBX @againsttheflow.nyc. Our Newsong Family is here for you! Join us this Sunday and experience the difference! —Pastor Mike Tolone

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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 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. You are invited to join us for a midweek spiritual pick-up 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 563999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter 660065 and you will be connected. Prayer Service is not held on Saturday, February 23, at 10:00 a.m., the first Friday of the month. Today, Saturday, February 23, at 10:00 a.m., the Sunday School Black History Program will be held. All are invited to join us as we learn about our History. Tomorrow, Feb. 24, we will celebrate Black History Sunday at the 11:00 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Kenneth Hodge, pastor of Church of the New Vision here in Co-op City. All are invited 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

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Leviticus 26:13 I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt so you would no longer be their slaves. I broke the yoke of slavery from your neck so you can walk with your heads held high. If we have been freed from a yoke of slavery to sin then it is to walk upright. To seek the things above, not below. Our eyes must be on Jesus and intently seeking His return. Too many Christians are looking down at earthly reward and privilege and forgetting eternity. Genesis 13:14 The Lord said to Abram, after Lot had left him, “Now lift up your eyes and look from the place where you are standing, northward and southward and eastward and westward; 15 for all the land which you see I will give to you and to your descendants forever. Lot thought that He could cheat his uncle by choosing a better land. God said otherwise. In the end Lot lost everything and Abraham gained great blessings and favor with God. Don’t be afraid of losing. The Scriptures demonstrate that no servant of God can be thwarted. daniel 4:34 At the end of that time, I, Nebuchadnezzar, raised my eyes toward heaven, and my sanity was restored. Then I praised the Most High; I honored and glorified him who lives forever. His dominion is an eternal dominion; his kingdom endures from generation to generation. Luke 21:25 “And there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and on the earth distress of nations in perplexity because of the roaring of the sea and the waves, 26 people fainting with fear and with foreboding of what is coming on the world. For the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 27 And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 Now when these things begin to take place, look up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” If We Must Die –Claude McKay If we must die, let it not be like hogs Hunted and penned in an inglorious spot, While round us bark the mad and hungry dogs, Making their mock at our accursèd lot. If we must die, o let us nobly die, So that our precious blood may not be shed In vain; then even the monsters we defy Shall be constrained to honor us though dead! o kinsmen! we must meet the common foe! Though far outnumbered let us show us brave, And for their thousand blows deal one death-blow! What though before us lies the open grave? Like men we’ll face the murderous, cowardly pack, Pressed to the wall, dying, but fighting back! 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

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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 24, at 9:00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Seventh 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 15-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 is in need of Acolytes. If anyone is interested in becoming an Acolyte, please speak with Victoria after service. Group Activities: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. The next meeting will be March 3. 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 our Annual Cake Sale takes place today, Saturday, February 23, starting at noon. Please come out and purchase some of our delicious baked goodies. Notary service is available after service on Sundays and Wednesdays, free of charge. If you are interested, please see 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. Stay tuned for other events. General Information Happy Birthday to Margaret Bowen and Adrian dixon who celebrated their birthday last Sunday and many thanks to Adrian for having us participate in his celebration. For the rest the month, the following members will celebrate theirs: Thyra doreen Alleyne, Angelina Jones, Yvonne Phillips, Gloria rowe (special), radcliffe Stephenson, Joan drummond and Victoria Addawoo will celebrate theirs. A happy birthday and best wishes to you all! 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. At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis. Please remember to donate. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church, 718-3200844, or visit our website: https://www.st.josephsepcbronx.org. “Put your trust in the Lord and do good; * dwell in the land and feed on its riches.” –Psalm 37: 3 —Merville Chambers

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475; (718) 324-0334. We invite everyone to worship service on the following days: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service begins at 11:45 a.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. regular prayer meeting and Bible Study will also be held at 7:30 p.m. Bible Study will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The power of the incorruptible Word of God is able to lead souls to a new experience and the eternal life. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which, according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last times.1 Peter 1: 3-5 For as, much as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot; Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you. Who by him do believe in God, that

raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory, that your faith and hope might might be in God. Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently. (1Peter 1: 18-22) A new commandment I give unto you that ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have loved one to another. (John 13:34-35) In St. John chapter 13, Jesus speaks of love while experiencing betrayal which would lead him to the cross, where he sufferers pain and insult from the ones he loved the most. Abandonment from his close disciples while his enemies closing in on him yet he was teaching them love and forgiveness. one great example is 1John 3:16 Hereby perceive we the love of God because he laid down His life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God. Therefore, the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Beloved, now we are the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. 1 John 3 1-2 For further information, call (718) 324-0334. —Rev. R. Sibblies

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