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Vol. 57 No. 09

Saturday, February 26, 2022

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Board Discusses Ramp Rally, Asbestos, and Other Topics at Virtual Meeting BY ROZAAN BOONE Riverbay Board Directors addressed a wide variety of topics at the virtual Board meeting held on Wednesday, February 23, at 7 p.m. on Webex. Among Co-op City apartments and adding a dedication to the Dreiser Auditorium which the community will be asked to participate in. The meeting began with Roll Call and approval of the meeting’s agenda after which Board President Bernard Cylich gave a brief President’s Report on two matters – funding for a community center and today’s (Feb. 26th) rally to protest the exit ramp from the Hutchinson River Parkway North to Bartow Avenue and into Section 5. Board President Cylich announced that an application has been submitted to Councilman Kevin Riley for funding for a community center. He said that the Councilman has also been approached about the exorbitant water and sewer taxes Riverbay Corporation pays to the city which is currently greater than the corporation’s fuel expenses. He said that Councilman Riley said he would take these matters under advisement and a follow-up meeting will most likely be held at some time to discuss further. Regarding the Hutchinson River Parkway North ramp that the state Dept. of (Continued on page 4)

Bronx Bus Redesign Set to Roll Out in June BY BRANDON ORTIZ Changes to the Bronx’s local bus service are coming this summer as the MTA tries to implement a new plan to speed up commuting time in the Bronx and enhance service overall. bus panels and destination signs over the next few months in preparation of the launch. The redesigned Bronx bus plan focuses primarily on Local, Limited and Select Bus Service. Some buses will have certain stops eliminated entirely in an effort to shorten the wait times for commuters. “The MTA is excited to put the Bronx Bus Network redesign into practice the current network and get customers where they need to go faster and more to the press earlier this week. (Continued on page 5)

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boosters are safe and provide protection against severe disease, especially the Delta and Omicron variants. from the CDC’s vaccine safety monitoring systems, v-safe and the Vaccine the same mRNA vaccine brand for their primary series and their booster shot on average “experienced fewer adverse reactions following the booster dose, of VAERS reports not considered serious. The most common side effects reported from boosters were fever, headache and muscle aches. V-safe data also (Continued on page 12)

NYS DOT’s Preliminary Work on Hutchinson River P’way North Exit Ramp in Section 5 BY ROZAAN BOONE

On Thursday, Feb. 24, more evidence of the New York State Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mobilization work around the site where the Hutchinson River Parkway North exit ramp into Section 5 is to be built was apparent. area along Hutchinson River Parkway and Bartow Avenue. Although actual construction is not yet beginning, the state DOT has started to set up signs and needed for construction work zones when work actually begins. They have been preforming survey control and measurements; installing soil erosion control measures; performing test pits for utility identification per their contract plans, and clearing and grubbing operations. Once this preliminary Photo by Brandon Ortiz work is completed, the NYS DOT will set up long-term construction zones, including temporary removal of parking spaces up to Einstein Loop North in order to reconstruct the existing HRP-Bartow Avenue roadway and to construct the new ramp from the northbound HRP. Hutchinson River Parkway East beginning from north of where there is onstreet parking, and along the right-hand shoulder of the southbound Hutchinson (Continued on page 2)

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parking spaces. Riverbay sent out a Robocall to Section 5 residents Wednesday evening to alert them to move their vehicles from the area by 7 a.m. on Thursday morning. According to the state DOT, parking restrictions will continue to be implemented as needed for access to work areas and for a period of time later this year for the milling, repaving and restriping of the roadway up to Einstein Loop North DOT schematic of Stage 1 work on the Hutchinson River so shareholders who Parkway North exit ramp into Section 5. park on the street are Image courtesy NYSDOT urged to be mindful of parking restriction signs to avoid being towed and/or ticketed. A schematic of the Stage 1 work on the exit ramp provided by the DOT to Riverbay Management this week includes removal of the jersey barriers from Bartow Avenue to Einstein Loop North, resurfacing of a 13’ wide area on the westernmost side of the HRP East, and relocation of a shared used path and construction of a portion of the new ramp U. At this week’s Board meeting, Riverbay Board President Bernard Cylich announced a protest rally to be held this morning, Saturday, at 11 a.m. at the park area opposite Bldg. 29 (4200 HRP) at Bartow Avenue and HRP. CommuKathy Hochul, the State Legislature and NYS DOT to stop building of the already congested area especially during major shopping holidays. In addition to potentially compromising residents’ safety, many of whom as elderly, there is concern about the maintenance and repair of the community’s underground utility pipes that serve the residents of Section 5. construction of the ramp.

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2022 Co-op City Little League Registration Registration will take place today, Saturday, Feb. 26, from noon - 3 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Rm. 17. Boys and girls ages 4 through 16 are eligible to participate. For more information, visit coopcitylittleleague.com.

Mobile Covid Testing Van NYC Health & Hospitals’ Test & Trace Corps operates a Mobile Covid-19 testing unit daily in Co-op City from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on a rotating basis, as follows: Mon. & Tues. – 177 Dreiser Loop Wed. & Thurs. – 135 Einstein Loop Fri., Sat. & Sun. – 2049 Bartow Ave. Appointments are not required. Walk-ups are welcome. Scan the QR code on the side of the van to conveniently ﬁll out your paperwork, or a health care professional can assist you on board.

Dreiser Testing Center The Dreiser testing site located at 105 Dreiser Loop offers free Covid Rapid Testing from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Appointments are not required.

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

Masks are mandatory in Co-op City common areas including elevators, laundry rooms, stairways, hallways, lobbies, community centers and garages.

Front Page Governor Reveals Plan For Significant Investment In Psychiatric Support Statewide

BY BRANDON ORTIZ Governor Hochul revealed her plan for the state to significantly invest more in psychiatric support for those in crisis. During a press conference with Mayor Eric Adams last Friday, Governor Hochul detailed how New York will approach this major investment that aims to support individuals experiencing homelessness or other crises. The investments contribute to the Governor’s overall $10 billion plan to improve New York’s healthcare system. The first investment in the Governor’s plan will allocate $27.5 million annually to increase the available funding for inpatient psychiatric beds. A second investment of $9 million annually will go toward the recruitment of more psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners to further bolster the state healthcare system and, specifically, community-based mental health workforces. New York is also hoping to support individuals experiencing homelessness with a third investment of $12.5 million annually to add 500 additional supportive housing beds for the homeless in their respective communities. “For too long, our mental healthcare system suffered from disinvestment, and the pandemic has only made things harder for New Yorkers with serious mental illness who are experiencing homelessness,” Governor Hochul said during her announcement. “I am proud to stand with Mayor Adams and share our efforts to boost mental health treatment services for those who lack stable housing, and bring more psychiatric beds online. We must work together to keep our subways –– the lifeblood of New York City –– safe for all riders, and to get help and services to those in need.” Psychiatric beds in New York City and statewide have been limited, in part, due to the “lower Medicaid reimbursement for inpatient psychiatric care compared to medical/surgery beds,” according to an MTA press release from the Governor’s announcement. Fortunately, the Governor’s investment will offset some of that financial burden, and

Schools Chancellor Banks to End Outdoor Mask Mandate Mon., Feb. 28 New York City Schools Chancellor David C. Banks has announced that beginning Monday, February 28, masks or face coverings will no longer be required when outside on school grounds. Masks will, however, still be required for all students, staff and visitors while inside schools. “Throughout the pandemic, our schools have remained some of the safest spaces for our students and staff, thanks to our gold standard health and safety protocol,” Schools Chancellor David Banks said. “I am so pleased that we are able to make this exciting announcement and safely allow students and staff to remove their masks when outdoors at NYC public schools.” The DOE said that the safety of city students and staff continues to be the department’s top priority, and the decision follows the success of the DOE’s ‘Stay Safe, Stay Open’ plan, which led to the decrease of cases by 99% and brought the in-school positivity rate to under 1% – far below the citywide average. According to the DOE, at this time, indoor masking will continue and administrators will continue to work in close partnership with the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene and Health + Hospitals Corporation to monitor case rates, vaccination rates and other data points. The DOE will maintain stringent COVID protocols, including increased ventilation, distancing when possible, a daily screener to make sure those with symptoms do not come to school and the distribution of test kits — all designed to identify persons with COVID rapidly for isolation and reduce possible transmission of COVID in schools.

locally create more than 600 inpatient psychiatric beds in New York City. Governor Hochul’s plan hopes to assist those sheltering in subways or on the street too and provide more options for a supportive housing bed, and ultimately, transition to a more stable housing situation. Investments in improving psychiatric support statewide are one aspect of Governor Hochul’s much larger $10 billion plan to improve New York’s health care infrastructure. Currently, the Governor’s proposed budget would also include $577 million for crucial community mental health programs and services. Below are some other investments from that proposed budget: ● A $21 million investment toward developing 20 new Safe Options Support (SOS) teams, which are groups of mental health specialists who conduct in-person and faceto-face outreach with homeless individuals statewide. ● A $25 billion housing plan that will both create and retain 10,000 supportive housing units for the next ﬁve years. ● A critical investment in the community mental health provider workforce with a 5.4% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and potential retention bonuses of as much as $3,000. ● A $35 million investment in Fiscal Year 2023 to prepare New York for the nationwide launch of 9-8-8 and provide the potential resources for the expansion of call center capacity. The $35 million investment in Fiscal Year 2023 would then grow to $60 million by Fiscal Year 2024. As a reminder, 9-8-8 is the national suicide prevention and behavioral health crisis hotline system, which will be launched ofﬁcially in July of this year.

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Transportation has been working on, Board President Cylich said, “We have been adversely opposed to that ramp that the state Department of Transportation is proposing to install. We claim it is dangerous, will cause havoc and other outliers. So, in regard to that, we had appealed to our elected assemblyman, state senator to act on this state matter and last week Assemblyman Benedetto throughout the country.” Nevertheless, Board President Cylich said that all efforts so far have been unsuccessful and the state DOT is beginning to do preliminary work at the site. barriers from Bartow Avenue to Einstein Loop. The only way to protect drivers and everybody else was to install those barriers,” Mr. Cylich said. “Now, they are proceeding to remove those barriers.” Board President Cylich continued: “I took the liberty of calling for a protest rally this coming Saturday, the 26th, at 11 a.m. … We are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul and the state DOT to stop that ‘killer curve’ ramp. … We are inbeginning. I think we’ll have to do more than that. If we don’t get a response soon enough from [the governor], we’ll have to do other actions. We may have to go to Albany and petition to stop the ramp.” Responding to a question from Director Rod Saunders, Mr. Cylich said that including Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, who has been working with the community on the ramp issue for quite some time; Congressman Jamaal Bowman, state Senator Jamaal Bailey, Councilman Kevin Riley and even New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. There was ensuing discussion initiated by Director Anika Green-Watson about Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer then gave the state DOT this week as they begin preparing for construction of the ramp. “Part of that is removing approximately 14 parking spaces starting opposite Bldg. 32, going down to the corner of Einstein Loop North, so we sent a Robocall this evening to inform people that they may want to move their cars by 7 o’clock,” said Mr. Klehammer. “Sounds like what DOT described in their email … is that they are going to start putting up ‘No Parking’ signs on that stretch tomorrow.” The Robocall was sent only to Section 5 residents since they would be directly impacted by the removal of the on-street parking spaces.

This work began on Thursday, Feb. 24. As of now, the DOT ha sbeen conducting surveys, soil mitigation, and setting up “No Parking” construction zones, all ahead of actual construction. “They have not told us when bulldozers and earthmovers will be here to actually start the construction,” said Mr. Klehammer. Following up on the steam turbine generator that was destroyed in a cycling event last summer which was out for testing, Mr. Klehammer said at the last update he told the Board that the repairs had been made and the generator was out for calibration testing in Texas. “It has now been returned and has been reinstalled into the casing of the turbine and now Power Plant crews and contractors will start with the implementation schedule so all things are looking our way,” he said. “We should have it back in service in plenty of time to make the ConEd Demand Response period this year.” Moving along, Mr. Klehammer said that Altice has started rewiring of the pected that Altice will be in Section 5 for two months before moving over to Sections 1-4 although Riverbay does not yet have an updated building schedule for Sections 1-4. Management has also had preliminary meetings with Verizon. The cable company is now interested in installing Fios in Co-op City buildings. “They are a little ways away from starting work because we need to get their ing,” said Mr. Klehammer. Director Daryl Johnson asked about a third group that had expressed interest in bringing cable to Co-op City and Mr. Klehammer replied that there has not been any follow up from them. Director Kevin Lambright, as he did at last month’s Board meeting, asked Mr. Director Lambright asked if Verizon would be providing their own electricity to power the transformers or if they will be using electricity from the Co-op City Power Plant which would result in additional cost to shareholders. In addition, Director Lambright asked if transformers will be placed in each apartment as ers will be in the hallway. Mr. Klehammer said this was a good point and when Management has their report back to the Board. Director Monique Coleman asked about oil supply interruption and Mr. Klehammer explained that Riverbay does not use much oil unless the Power Plant is curtailed from using gas and so far this year there have only been four curtailments, most for 24 hours and one for 48 hours. “That’s only done when there’s going to be a prolonged cold snap and it usually means prolonged being in the 20’s and ConEd asks to ensure they have enough gas supply to fund critical usage in hospitals, and schools and government buildings and things like that.” The Power Plant primarily operates on natural gas, and as Mr. Klehammer community’s use through this current heating season which ends in March. He offered that Management is already looking at indicative pricing for the heating 60-plus percent of the corporation’s use is already hedged. Mr. Klehammer said the agency is still processing the application. He stated: “There will be two representatives from HUD here on Friday to review the list of critical repairs; they want to try to get as much of that done as possible before the closing otherwise we would negotiate a waiver time period after the closing to get that done. So, that’s sort of near the end of their underwriting exercise and I don’t really have a report on what interest rates will be. I think they’re probably a little bit higher than the 2.45 we started at but I am not sure exactly with any certainty how much higher they’ve gone.” Director Mary Pearson asked about fencing being taken down in many spots in Section 5 resulting in access to the waterside pathway. “Is there an exit at unlocked. part of Section 5 is ongoing and should be completed in the next few weeks now access at Buildings 28 and 29 but will check on it and report back to the Board. Director Pearson also asked for a lobby entrance key fob update. Danielle O’Connor, Riverbay’s Director of the Parking, Leasing and Storage department, reported that on Wednesday, Feb. 23, Building 17 residents began receiving their key fobs and Building 18 will follow. A more solid schedule will be compiled once the kinks are worked out after these two buildings are done. Key fob distribution to the Chevron buildings was completed two years ago. Tower buildings are currently being addressed, to be followed by the Triple Cores. (Continued on page 5)

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Director Sonia Feliciano asked what age group of children would fobs be issued to in each household, and the response was for 11 and up. Director Green-Watson asked about key fob distribution for townhouse residents who use the laundry rooms in the neighboring Triple Core buildings and also for access to the garages. As was the case with townhouse residents who use laundry rooms in the Chevron buildings, townhouse residents who use the laundry facility in Triple Cores will likewise be issued fobs. Key fobs for the garages, however, will be addressed in a future budget. The Board then proceeded to discuss and vote on the second reading of resolutions which are printed on pages 6 and 9 of this issue. ciano asked Management to expand on an alternative encapsulation method that Riverbay has been exploring. Assistant General Manager Warren Mitchell said that the corporation has been looking into other encapsulation methodology in order to save the corporation millions annually in air monitoring and asbestos but if we can get away from this, it will save us millions of dollars every year.” Although still in the preliminary stages, Mr. Mitchell said a product, the expects to move forward in the next couple of months with the product, although a third is yet to be explored. -

asbestos abatement, and then if this works, you then encapsulate it,” he reported. “In the future, you won’t need the asbestos contractor or the air testing because step. You’re not going to see huge relief from your budgets immediately but over time as you do more and more of these apartments, it will substantially reduce the cost of both asbestos abatement remediation and air testing that we also have to do in conjunction with it.” Director Johnson raised a question about whether the responsibility to hire undertaken by Riverbay Corporation and not to individual shareholders who Counsel responded with a resounding, “No! Absolutely not.” “Anybody who is listening who does that, you are violating the law, you are exposing the corporation to violating the law and you would be breaching your occupancy agreement subjecting yourself to possible eviction. Do not do it, don’t even think about it,” Mr. Buss stressed. Board President Cylich added: “It’s in your occupancy agreement, by the way, that if you do any kind of construction work in your house, you have to have Director Leslie Peterson asked if encapsulation is an approved method for asbestos remediation and Mr. Klehammer said the concept of encapsulation is an approved method. However, Management is still doing its due diligence to ensure all necessary approvals are secured before proceeding with the product to avoid violations. Finally, Board President Cylich focused discussion on dedicating the Dreiser auditorium. He proposed dedicating the venue to Paul Robeson, an American singer, screen and stage actor, athlete and activist. He suggested forming a committee to put together plans for a star-studded event to which entertainers, politicians and notables from around the country would be invited. Some other suggestions were Esther Smith, one of the pioneering leaders of the Co-op City a past President of the Riverbay Board; former President Barak Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama; Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor; Martha Howell, a past director of Riverbay Community Relations department who helped set up the Riverbay Fund. “My suggestion would be to pick a few names and let the community decide, let the community decide,” emphasized Director Feliciano. “I think that they should be engaged and we need to bring them together to help make a decision. This is their community as well…This should be a community decision.” Director Feliciano’s sentiment was seconded by Director Claudia Sampson, Director Pearson and Director Peterson who said it was time for a Black woman to be honored in Co-op City. “I think our community should make this decision and this would be a great way to engage them so we can offer them a couple of options and have them vote on it. I don’t think it should be one person making the nomination, you can nominate somebody but give people a chance to choose. That would make, I think, a lot of people feel like their voice is being heard.” This concluded the business portion of the meeting. The Board then adjourned

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Below is a rundown of the local buses that service the Co-op City community Bx12 Local: The MTA will not modify the routing and will remove only one stop, which

Bx12 Select Bus Service: The MTA will not alter or eliminate any stops for this line; the current schedBx23: The MTA will not change the routing or remove stops. To offset the loss Co-op City moderately for both directions during “midday and weekends,” Bx26: The MTA will not change the routing but will remove 17 stops mainly along Allerton Avenue, two along Bedford Park Boulevard and two along Bartow Avenue stops along Bartow Avenue. The MTA will not remove the Asch Loop

Bx28: The Mosholu Avenue and Paul Avenue stops along the western end of the route will be discontinued. As a result, service will be moved to Bainbridge Avenue and Bedford Park Boulevard instead. This change in routing aims to speed up bus frequency. Notably, the MTA will not remove the Asch Loop stop Two stops will be removed along Bainbridge Avenue and two will be removed

Bx30: will now stretch to Connor Street and Pelham Parkway. Commuters will have new routing. Six stops will be removed along Boston Road and replaced with schedule. However, the MTA will closely monitor ridership after implementing the new routing and adjust the schedule, if necessary, in the future. Additional Bx38

removing the Edson Avenue and Brunner Avenue stops along Bartow Avenue. quency for the morning, evening and late night hours in an effort to offset the Q50 Limited Service stops, which are the northbound and southbound stops at Whitestone Expressway

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Board of Directors’ Meeting – February 23, 2022 First Reading - Resolution #22-03 and thereafter all such rates shall be increased by the rate

, The Board of Directors is entrusted with the custody of assets and administrative control of expenditures for the Corporation; and , the rental of community center space is , Management recommends that communon-residents at a higher non-resident rate; and , Management recommends that the rates at which community center space is leased be increased as per the attached chart as new lease agreements are signed

, that the rates at which space is leased in the community centers be increased as per the attached chart as new lease agreements are signed and thereafter all such rates shall be increased

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, community center dents at a higher non-resident rate; and , that notice of the increased rates shall be published in three (3) consecutive issues of the Co-op City Times; and , that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

First Reading - Resolution #22-06 that submit bids for the insulation repair and/or replacement Riverbay received three (3) proposals which were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and sulation Contractor, Inc. as the lowest responsible bidder (recommendation attached); and , prior to voting on this Resolution, no Di-

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agement in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

First Reading - Resolution #22-05

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for providing 3rd Party Elevator Consulting for Category

tor for a 3-year period) be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution

as owners are now responsible for the required periodic elevator inspections as mandated by the New York City See attached supporting Memo); and prior to voting on this Resolution, no Di-

that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

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BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Artists of Co-op City, this is your chance to be featured in the Co-op City Times! February’s showcase was a great success in our presentation of the talent that our community holds. We will once again be collecting pieces (Paintings. Poems. Photos.) from artists of all ages in the community for March’s artist presentations. Email some of your best work to PMcCoyCampbell@riverbaycorp.com with “Co-op Creatives” in the subject line. Along with your artwork, please send a picture of yourself, the Co-op City section you reside in, a short personal bio including your pronouns, and an explanation of your piece/pieces. If you are selected, you will be featured in the Co-op City Times and possibly Riverbay’s other communications outlets. Thank you to Carla M. Cherry and Davida Ladson for being our February presenters! If you are not selected for March, don't worry; there is always next month! We can’t wait to share some of the very talented artists in Co-op City with our readers. Photos by P.M. Campbell

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CCPD Offers Crime Prevention Tips For Package Deliveries BY LT. PAM APOLLO

There has been a large increase of package deliveries over the past years. For a variety of reasons, many people opt to replace in-person shopping with delivery from online websites. With this increase in package deliveries, comes an increase in potential for errors to occur and for thieves to take advantage. The Department of Public Safety will provide some steps you can take to keep your packages safe from ordering to delivery. The first step in the actions you can take to increase the likelihood that your package arrives at its destination is to ensure that the address is accurate and complete. Be sure to include the apartment number in the address. Original Co-op City addresses only included the floor and not the apartment. It is always better to include the apartment number on all pieces of mail. During the original days of Co-op City, the post office employee who delivered packages knew every name of every person on their route. All of the names appeared inside of the mailbox when opened by the employee who saw that information daily. Cooperators should ensure that their mailing address always includes the full apartment including the letter of your apartment. Using the “Zip plus 4” is also a good idea. So many different delivery companies and merchants offering their own delivery service can be observed daily in Co-op City. If you are hand-writing an address on a package, be sure to write clearly, print in all capital letters, if possible. This is true for any packages you may send or receive. If a package from a merchant you use regularly arrives with an error in the address, be sure to notify the merchant for correction. Be sure to share all of

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Public Safety Blotter

February 13 - February 19, 2022 February 14 – 120 Benchley Pl. A shareholder reported that she was a victim of a telephone scam for money. The shareholder was advised to notify her bank and NYPD. Shareholders are advised to never divulge financial information to unsolicited callers. 140 Asch Loop CCPD Emergency Service officers responded to a call for an incapacitated shareholder inside their apartment. CCPD Emergency officers conducted a forced entry, assisted and evaluated the shareholder. 2035 Bartow Avenue While on routine patrol, CCPD observed an unoccupied vehicle with the trunk open. The owner of the vehicle was notified, responded and reported several items missing from the vehicle. 120 Donizetti Pl. CCPD Emergency Service Officers responded to male down with possible diabetic issues. Upon arrival and evaluation, the officers administered oxygen, stabilized the aided, and ultimately transported the patient to Jacobi Hospital via EMS. February 15 – 99 Bellamy Loop CCPD responded to Garage 6 for a vehicle with property damage. The owner of the vehicle was notified and responded to the scene. 120 Alcott Pl. CCPD officers and detectives responded to a call for loitering. Upon arrival and investigation, a juvenile resident recognized as a suspect on past unlawful activity, was found to be in possession of a weapon and placed under arrest. The juvenile’s parent was issued a Community Complaint for their child’s action. 100 Carver Loop An illegally parked Toyota was blocking the dumpster pad at said location. The vehicle was summonsed and towed. February 16 – 120 Alcott Pl. CCPD officers assisted the NYPD Joint Task Force and the FBI in the apprehension of an individual wanted on robbery charges. 120 Benchley Pl. CCPD responded to a call of a loud dog. Upon investigation, it was determined that the shareholder was not authorized to have a dog and a Community Complaint was issued. February 18 – 140 Debs Pl. A shareholder reported a package as delivered but was taken without her authority or permission from the main lobby area. An investigation is being conducted and the shareholder will notify the carrier and merchant. February 19 – 120 Elgar Pl. CCPD received a report of a child wandering alone in front of a building. Upon investigation by CCPD, the child was identified, parents located and reunited.

the above information with friends and family members that might be sending you mail or packages. When ordering online, pay attention to the expected delivery time. Some merchants are better than others at giving a reliable delivery date. Attempt to plan for the delivery window to be for a time you expect to be home. Some merchants provide one or two-day delivery times and are accurate in regards to these projections. These projected delivery dates are never 100% accurate but can often give an idea of when the package will arrive. Ordering items online can be a convenient option but there have been reports of packages being stolen in Co-op City and nationwide. Public Safety patrols the buildings but Co-op City is a large complex with many buildings with many floors and hallways. It is best if you can minimize the amount of time your package spends in the hallway. Ask a trusted neighbor to be on the look-out for your packages and do the same for them. Try to order items to arrive at a time when someone will be home. Both Amazon and UPS have secure drop boxes in Co-op City and the surrounding areas. Some companies allow members to select one day of the week to receive all of their deliveries in less packages. Contact the merchant if you learn that your package ended up at an incorrect address. Notify the merchant for resolution. Also, be wary of texts regarding an attempted delivery. Be sure to never click on a text or email about a package delivery, especially if you have not ordered an item from that merchant. Clicking on a text or email can download malware or spyware onto your device. For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council, 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor, Washington, DC 20036; (202) 466-6267, or on their website, www.ncpc.org. Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. Shareholders should be careful on who they let into their building especially when someone tries to piggyback behind you. If you see someone without a key loitering for the purpose of gaining entry through unorthodox means, please call CCPD to determine the person’s legitimacy to his/her presence. The person could be lost, in need of help, but can also be up to objectionable activities. Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street, while maintaining a six-foot social distance. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. It is also important (Continued on page 23)

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

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

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site. Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department. Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Michelle Marbury, Second Vice President

Mask Mandates, Our Safety, Our Involvement A Pandemic Reminder When you enter the elevators. make sure you and your children are wearing masks. We still see too many people at all hours of the day and night entering and leaving the elevators unmasked. One or two in an elevator without masks is too many; can affect and infect many. Even if you are alone, molecules are airborne for you or someone else to breathe. Put on your masks properly. Our campus is densely populated. Too many people are entering stores and other common areas with their noses showing. Cover it up… The pandemic is still a clear and present danger. During this pandemic, no one wants to see your nose. With love I say, when your children sit in and leave the basketball courts, be sure they remember to put on their masks. We must remember that there are still many who are not vaccinated. When we think of others’ safety and protection, we, in turn, protect ourselves and each other. Governor’s Mandate: Our Decisions Moving Forward Kudos to Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer who stated to all Riverbay staff and Management: “The expiration of the mandate does not prevent employers from continuing with its own requirement. Therefore, all employees of Riverbay will still be expected to continue wearing facemasks while they are within any offices, residences or

buildings of the corporation. Also, until the Board of Directors rescinds Resolution 21-04, all persons will be required to wear a facemask while in the common areas of any apartment building, community center or garage or be subI think we can all agree that the pandemic is far ronment, but we cannot let our guard down now. Therefore, I totally agree with Bob’s assessment and our (i.e., the Board’s) own plan of action (i.e., Resolution 21-04) moving forward. I am also happy to report that the precautions will remain in place until we have a sustained reduction in infections and deaths. Village Team! We are a huge team. A village. So let’s coin to stay focused on this journey “village team, your community is screaming for your continued renewed and critical involvement. Your building association, the Board committees, clubs and associhere. We have only begun to scratch the surface of our winning! Ask yourself: What would happen, if…? What if, more people showed up at the building association meetings? What if, we all inspired our new neighbors and existing shareholders to simply read the Co-op City Times once a week? What if you picked up

the Co-op City Times each week and brought one to your neighbor’s door? That’s called encouragement… What if you picked up your phone and dialed your whenever you see or hear ANYTHING that you know is not quite right? That’s called your responsibility… What if “you” did just a little something more, than you do now? Now multiply that by every shareholder… That’s called POWER... What if you stopped making excuses and showed up, so that this community can show off, just – how – special – we really are? The only element missing is you – the people All adults, your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews… The message here is clear – get involved. Get our youth involved… Let us stop complaining and become an effective and active part of City is) the embodiment of people of all races, from a wealth of different countries who offer a broadenjoy our differences. In a thriving community, the key Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com. Let’s all do our part! “All of us” divided by “each one of us” equals a force for good.

Please be considerate and respectful of all members of our diverse community. Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc If you SEE something, SAY something!

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First Reading - Resolution #22-07 SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson SECONDED BY: Sonia Feliciano BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: February 23, 2022 WHEREAS, The turnkey contractors have successfully renovated 462 affordable housing available to families long on the waiting list and at the same time creating a positive carrying charge income stream for Riverbay; and WHEREAS, Management recommends to maintain funding for the turnkey contractors going forward that the Board authorize allocating $700,000 from the approved 2021/2022 $5,700,000 turnkey budgeted monies as follows: Cove Improvements LLC – Contract #3425(A), add $233,000; Durablis Solutions, Inc. – Contract #3425(B), add $233,000; Rainier Restoration LLC – Contract #3425(E), add $233,000; and; WHEREAS: Management further recommends that to maintain funding for the turnkey contractors going forward that the Board authorize allocating $1,500,000 from the approved 2022/2023 $4,600,000 turnkey budgeted monies as follows: Cove Improvements LLC – Contract #3425(A), add $475,000; Durablis Solutions, Inc. – Contract #3425(B), add $475,000; Perennial Construction Solutions – Contract #3425(D), add $150,000; Rainier Restoration LLC – Contract #3425(E), add $400,000; and; WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution, no Director has disclosed to Law Section 713. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That notwithstanding Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 as amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44, that the Board authorizes the release of $700,000 from the approved 2021/2022 turnkey budget as follows: Cove Improvements LLC – Contract #3425(A), add $233,000; Durablis Solutions, Inc. – Contract #3425(B), add $233,000; Rainier Restoration LLC – Contract #3425(E), add $233,000; and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes the release of $1,500,000 from the approved 2022/2023 turnkey budget as follows: Cove Improvements LLC – Contract #3425(A), add $475,000; Durablis Solutions, Inc. – Contract #3425(B), add $475,000; Perennial Construction Solutions – Contract #3425(D), add $150,000; Rainier Restoration LLC – Contract #3425(E), add $400,000; and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that President is hereby authorized to execute change orders to the above contracts consistent with this Resolution and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

Second Reading – Resolution # 21-40 SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Lambright SECONDED BY: Michelle Marbury BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING, DATED: February 23, 2022

Second Reading – Resolution # 21-39 SUBMITTED BY: Leah Richardson SECONDED BY: Andrea Leslie BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: February 23, 2022 WHEREAS, the Procurement Department solicited forty (40) companies for pricing for Bid 3394 (REBID), Asbestos Abatement - Flooring; and WHEREAS, Riverbay received seven (7) proposals which were reviewed by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, Project Manager recommends Abatement Unlimited Inc. as the lowest responsible union bidder (recommendation attached); and WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution, no Director has disclosed to Law Section 713. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 3634 (REBID) with Abatement Unlimited Inc., not to exceed $8,000,000 based on union unit pricing for a 2-year period with a 1-year renewal option, be approved as recommended by Management in accordance with the Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and #20-19; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Coleman, Cylich, Johnson, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Saunders, Watson ABSTAIN: Feliciano ABSENT FOR VOTE: Jones, Sampson ABSENT: Rosario PASSED

Lease Resolution #22-02 SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson SECONDED BY: Rod Saunders & Sonia Feliciano BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: February 23, 2022 WHEREAS Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room #12, Bronx, WHEREAS, the term of the lease is two years 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 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: Coleman, Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Rosario PASSED

WHEREAS, the Procurement Department solicited forty-seven (47) companies for pricing for a two-year contract for Installation of Wood Floors and

Emergency Resolution #22-04

WHEREAS, Riverbay received six (6) proposals that were reviewed by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager, recommends that this contract be awarded to three (3) vendors i) Cove Improvements Inc., ii) Durablis Solutions Inc., as the lowest responsible bidders with Management assigning work based on the needs of Riverbay and the total work assigned not to exceed $3,000,000.00 (Recommendation Memo and Spreadsheet attached); and WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution, no Director has disclosed to

SUBMITTED BY: Michelle Marbury SECONDED BY: Andrea Leslie BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: February 23, 2022

Law Section 713. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the Board approves a two-year contract with Cove Improvements Inc. (Contract #3656A), with

WHEREAS, the Collective Bargaining Agreement by and between Riverbay Corporation and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (“Local 282”) expired on January 31, 2022; and WHEREAS, the representatives of Riverbay Corporation and of Local 282 did undertake collective bargaining negotiations; and WHEREAS, as a result of these negotiations the parties have agreed, subject

(Contract #3656C) for a total not to exceed costs of $3,000,000.00 as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Director’s Resolution #85-16 as amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and #20-19; BE IT FURTHER IT RESOLVED: that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

2027; and WHEREAS, Riverbay Management recommends that the Riverbay Board of Directors ratify this Collective Bargaining Agreement. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the Riverbay Board erbay and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 282, commencing on February 1, 2022 and ending February 28, 2027 and authorizes Riverbay’s President to sign the agreement on behalf of the Corporation.

YES: Coleman, Feliciano, Johnson, Lambright, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Saunders, Watson NO: Cylich, Leslie ABSENT FOR VOTE: Jones, Sampson ABSENT: Rosario PASSED

YES: Coleman, Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Watson ABSTAIN: Saunders ABSENT FOR VOTE: Jones ABSENT: Rosario PASSED

Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Kevin Lambright, Assistant Treasurer

Action Needed! “Everybody throw your hands up!” in recent times is enjoyed as a party gesture. But in the past, for the most part, has always meant, in some form or fashion, to relinquish something. Our community, like most across the country, gravitates to cultural, political and economic popularity. That mindset may or may not serve us well if we continue to follow trends and us, not all of us have that mindset. Some of us look ahead and understand that we are in the position to lead by example – To create situations that alleviate our pains and struggles; to bring positive like-minds together to form a cohesive “Think Tank” that not only illuminates the beauty of our efforts, but effectively produce structure and direct positive impact. One such example is Blue Horseshoe Foundation’s application for a federal grant for funds to provide Ready to Work training that would include Co-op City residents. Jamaal Bowman, Co-op City’s congressman, supports this grant application. I hope the Feds approve the grant application. If you agree, let Congressman Bowman know by contacting his ofrican-American Association article in the Co-op Times.

Diligently Working We recognize the fact that supplies/food has doubled and, in some cases, tripled in cost over the past several weeks. For that reason, we must extra-carefully watch how we budget our personal and business spending. Prioritizing is a no-brainer. The same goes for Riverbay Corporation. We also recognize that there are mandatory services that must be provided in order to maintain quality of life and governmental compliances. As shareholders, we must recognize that the responsibility falls on us. We must take care of ourselves, mainly because we are responsible for the upkeep and stability of our homes. Under the circumstances thus far, we have been able to do that. With the economy and it’s faltering drawbacks, it may get worse before it gets better. Yet we still must live and maintain our quality of life and adhere to governmental compliances. Unfortunately, this comes with a cost. If anyone tells you differently, they are not being honest with you. As much as I would love to tell you that we can work around it, that would not be truthful. Rest assured that those of us who are actually working to create solutions that are innovative and concrete, will continue to work to keep our community affordable and safe.

Power It is important that we keep our eyes on the prize. Let’s continue to work together. Let’s continue to stay safe together. Most of all, let’s continue to respect our differences as well as our similarities. As we venture into this new year, let’s take ownership of our thoughts as well as our actions. Let’s mentor those who seek guidance. Let’s seek guidance from those with the wisdom to share. Let’s continue to rebuild our community with hearts of progressive endowment. Let us not forget that if we pass the knowledge of our experiences to our youth, they will harness the power to lead our generations to come. Keep in Touch These are times when we need to keep an eye on our family, friends and neighbors. There are people who want what we have and look for opportunities to take it. We must protect and defend one another and our property. Remember, this all belongs to us. If you see something that seems suspicious, do not hesitate to call Public Safety. I look forward to your correspondence and feedback. I can be reached at: klambright@riverbayboard.com or by phone at 646-721-8185. Thank you and continue to stay blessed.

African-American Association AAACC/Blue Horseshoe Foundation Jobs Training The African-American Association is working with Blue Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Our Congressman Jamaal Bowman has already issued a letter of support to the Foundation’s application for federal funding for the program which incorporates four industries – Finance, Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Transportation – to provide training and physical jobs. The programs, based in Co-op City, will serve the entire 16th Congressional District (through initial throughout our community. However, we need your help to guarantee funding success. We ask you to sign the change.org online petition at https://chng.it/ WthSZ6G694. Our goal is 250,000 signatures. Tell your family and friends to sign to ensure the program’s success. AAACC 1st VENDOR DAY Event! A Big Success and Rebroadcast! The African-American Association’s Vendor Recognition Zoom Presentation last Sunday was spectacular! The theme: 4th principle of Kwanzaa, (i.e., “Ujamaa” meaning, “Cooperative Economics”) making it a way of life. The goal: to create a cohesive relationship between vendors, entrepreneurs and the The Vendors – We thank all of the vendors who participated in our Zoom presentation. For a complete list and contact information on any of our esteemed proprietors, email the AAACC at aaaccpower@gmail.com. The AAACC will rebroadcast the 1st Vendor Day Event on March 4 at 7:30 p.m. Invitational link available to all members and special invitation when you email us at the address below. Be a card-carrying member of the AAACC… Membership is $15.00/year for a single membership and $25.00/year per household. Email: aaaccpower@ gmail.com, or call: 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Kindly send a check or money order only.

MetroCard Mobile Van The MetroCard Mobile Van will visit Co-op City’s Bartow Mall every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. The Metro-Card Mobile Sales Van offers: • Reduced-fare application assistance. • Exchange your damaged Reduced-Fare MetroCard for a temporary replacement. • Report of a Lost/Stolen Reduced-Fare MetroCard. • Transfer MetroCard balances. You can also ask about other MetroCard-related issues. Until further notice, the Mobile Sales van accepts cash, credit and debit card transactions.

Upcoming Events and Gathering Dates! Sunday, March 20 – General Meeting Saturday, April 09 – Holistic Health and Wellness Fair Saturday, May 14 – Annual Spelling Bee Saturday, June 18 – General Meeting – Juneteenth Recognition Sunday, September 18 – General Meeting Sunday, November 20 – General Meeting Saturday, December 10 – Annual Pre-Kwanzaa Event The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation (Contact respective instructor indicated below for updates): Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438 Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917903-7073. Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon – Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211. Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507. Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-320-0714. We hope you are enjoying a prosperous Black History Month! “We’ve got many rivers to cross.” ––Michelle Marbury

Free Income Tax Prep Assistance for Seniors Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto, in conjunction with the Iona College Accounting Department, is once again offering free income tax preparation for Co-op City 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 assemblyMonday, Feb. 7. This service is limited to seniors who meet the following criteria: • Simple tax returns 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 Please disclose if there have been any changes in taxpayers or dependents from your 2020 return, such as birth or death of a taxpayer or dependent. Seniors are encouraged to bring all their tax documents to Assemblyman Rm. 12, between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Service is limited Tax 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

Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022

Building 27 Association

Building 25 Association

Hello, neighbors. We hope all is well. To alleviate confusion, Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer advised the community of the mandate per the Board Resolution # 21-04, which requires all shareholders, visitors, staffing and vendors to wear masks in all Riverbay buildings. Failure to comply with the mask mandate could result in a community complaint fine of $50.00. Also, take the vaccines and booster shots to stay safe and healthy. Our government and public officials are providing free test kits, and N95 masks to the communities. Serenity and Peace Mayor Eric Adams announced some good news. The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) will be a step in the right direction by providing 90,000 job opportunities. The goal is to provide NYC residents between the ages of 14 and 24 with paid working opportunities and career and professional skills. By offering help, one may put down the gun and pick up the job and opportunities towards a better future and save lives. Black History Month We have many talented African-American adults right in our midst and we are very proud of them as long as they keep this community alive for future generations. Many seniors moved here and loved it so much, they grew old with grace right here in Co-op City passing the torch on to those who recognize the contributions of those before them in this wonderful community. So, let us keep hope alive by encouraging and inspiring our African-American community members to pass on insight and motivation to keep this community clean, beautiful and always thinking about how to help neighbors. BxM7 Express Bus Location We hope all Section 5 cooperators are pleased with the new BxM7 express bus stop located at the northwest corner of Einstein Loop East in Section 5. The express bus is picking up and dropping off southbound and northbound passengers. There should be “no parking” signs in that area. Summonses will be issued if parked illegally at the bus stop. Many thanks to Matthew Cruz, District Mgr. of Community Board 10, as well as many supporters in our community who advocated for the cause to restore the BxM7 express bus at the Einstein location. Thank you all. Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We also offer our condolences to our Co-op City families who lost a loved one. Let us continue to pray for one another. Please contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share information of illness, someone deceased or in a nursing home. Let us continue to stay prayerful. A smile is always welcomed and being kind, thoughtful and thankful makes life just a little easier. “There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed.” –Woodrow T. Wilson. ––H. Overman

As frontline healthcare workers continue to battle the variant strains of Covid-19, it seems fitting to honor members of our healthcare community during Black History Month. We celebrate and shine a light on Dr. Ruth Temple, the first African American woman to graduate from Loma Linda University in California. Dr. Ruth used her education and platform to focus on public health; she founded the first medical clinic in southeast Los Angeles in the early nineteenth century. The clinic provided treatment for substance abuse, offered immunizations and taught health literacy. Dr. Ruth was appointed director of the Division of Public Health for the city of Los Angeles, and later, a clinic in Los Angeles was named after her honoring her legacy. We also would like to remind neighbors to attend their building meetings to get to know your neighbors and get information. We wish all neighbors born in February a happy birthday, and for those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon. With the death toll rising due to the pandemic that we just cannot seem to shake and other illnesses, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to families who have lost loved ones. Due to over scheduling, our next virtual building association meeting will be held Tuesday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. Look out for detailed log-in or call-in information notices posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems accessing the building email address, please let us know. We will close with the following: “Slow progress is better than no progress.” –Josh Loe ––Wanda Bailey

AVOID ACCIDENTS! When driving in the Parking Garages, please follow all posted directional signs and speed limits, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Masks are required while in the common areas of Co-op City, including hallways, stairways, elevators, laundry rooms and lobbies.

Boosters

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“Boosters are safe and effective, and CDC continues to recommend everyone 5 and older remain up-to-date with recommended COVID-19 vaccinations, to ensure optimal protection against hospitalizations and severe outcomes. For most people, that means getting a booster dose 5 months after receiving an mRNA vaccine or 2 months after receiving Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. CDC is continuing to closely monitor the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines to help inform public health efforts,” the CDC said. The second study detailed the effectiveness of Covid-19 boosters over time with special attention to the Delta and Omicron surges. Data from the study found that Covid-19 boosters work and provide strong protection against severe disease caused by Covid-19. From the 334,000 combined Covid-19 related hospitalizations and emergency department or urgent care visits looked at in the study, the CDC found that roughly 90% of those hospitalizations or visits during the Delta and Omicron were people who were not boosted. Seniors 65 and older accounted for over 50% of the hospitalization and emergency department or urgent care visits, also according to the study. During the Omicron surge, the study discovered that boosters were 91% effective received their booster dose; and that boosters were still 78% effective at preventing hospitalizations after four or more months following a booster shot. Given the CDC’s new data, one might wonder if a fourth Covid-19 shot will a fourth vaccine dose would be necessary last fall and still maintain that same view currently for the most part. The FDA is “continually looking at the emerging data on the pandemic and variants in the United States and overseas in order to evaluate the potential utility and composition of booster doses,” Alison Hunt, an FDA spokesperson, told CNN this week. “As more data becomes available about the safety and effectiveness of Covid-19 vaccines, including the use of a booster dose, we will continue to evaluate the rapidly changing science and keep the public informed. Any determination that additional booster doses are needed will be based on data available to the agency,” Hunt went on to state. Dr. Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to President Biden, echoed a similar sentiment during a White House Covid-19 Task Force press conference this week. “Vaccination and boosting will be critical in maintaining that downward trajectory, particularly when you’re talking about the red curve of severe disease leading to hospitalization,” Dr. Fauci said during the press conference. “The

potential future requirement for an additional boost or a fourth shot for mRNA or a third shot for J&J is being very carefully monitored in real time. And recommendations, if needed, will be updated according to the data as it evolves.” Overseas, England, Sweden and Israel have already implemented or announced a plan to roll out a fourth Covid-19 shot for the elderly and certain immunocompromised individuals.

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Building 21 Association The next 21 Association General Session gathering will be Thurs., March 24, via Zoom

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor. 2. Co-op City Times – ment 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: Public Safety: 718-671-3050 6. That is all! If you have questions regarding The 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining infor347-504-1821. Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom Bring a friend. “Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.” ––Michelle Marbury

National Council of Negro Women NCNW National – The National Council of Negro Women, led by Dr. Thelma Thomas Daley, into bomb threats aimed at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). It is well docuto democracy itself. NCNW also urges all Americans to reject vio“We celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Day ticulated a vision of a fairer, more just, more humane Black History Month – Today, February 26, is the day of our Youth Committee’s 21st Annual Zoom. The theme this year is focused on health and wellness.

Zoom Meeting ID: 889 4889 3357, Passcode: 309923. We thank the Women Represent – Our annual Women’s Zoom

invited. Stay tuned for more details. Bethune-Height Recognition Program – Our 47th annual BHRP Program will be held on May 21

the NCNW sections from New York State to honor outstanding women in our communities, welcome new Life Members and Legacy Life Members and raise funds for the maintenance of our national headquarters that is located at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue tions all over the United States is named after our Founder, Mary McLeod Bethune, and our National President for forty years, Dorothy I. Height. February is Heart Health Awareness Month (continued) – The most commonly talked about heart so it cannot get the oxygen it needs. Heart or arm and may extend into your back, jaw, or throat; severe weakness, anxiety, fatigue, sweating, vomiting, or shortness of breath. After a heart attack, you longer means more damage to your heart and a lower chance of survival. ––Joyce Howard

Please check on your elderly or homebound neighbors during inclement winter weather!

Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter School

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Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022

Black Forum

Building 13 Association

Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All

Have you heard “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb?” Well, that may have been true at one time but with all of the changing weather

four clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. We require masks and physical distancing. New registrants can receive food the same day they register. Please show a valid ID NYC card, a non-Driver’s or Driver’s license with a 10475 address to register. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00

or organization. More info. to follow. The lobby door renovations were done in this order, Chevron buildings, Tower buildings, and currently, Triple Core buildings. Distribution of fobs is scheduled to begin shortly. Chevrons received their fobs and now that Tower lobby doors have been completed, they are next to begin receiving their fobs. We will receive the updated schedule soon and you will be advised when staff will be at our location for you to retrieve your fob. Additional details will follow. Our mini building and grounds crew has been inspecting areas of the building. Stair hall doors were checked and reported. We are reminding you to check your apartment door and make sure it is self-closing. Do not place any mats in the way that would hinder the entrance door from closing. If your door needs

uary 4. You must recertify in order to pick up groceries in the year 2022. No NY State Non-Driver’s or NYC I.D (zip code 10475). Passports, Medicaid Restaurant Meal Distribution Black Forum of Co-op City will again partner with a local restaurant to provide prepared meals for pantry guests. Distributions are on Fridays in March: 3/4, 3/11, 3/18 and 3/25. The goal is to distribute high-quality fresh meals while supporting local restaurants during the Covid-19 pandemic. Dishes are straight from restaurant menus and individually packaged. The meals will rotate each week, but their names will not be published beforehand. Vegan and vegetarian options will not be offered. Guests registered with the pantry should bring their pantry cards. Please bring sturdy and clean shopping bags. Guests can pick up their monthly food package, if applicable. We would love to continue the program, but that is contingent upon all of us doing our part. Please do not leave any food in the lobbies or laundry rooms. Defensive Driving Class Classes are TBA until our normal meeting space reopens once Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. An online version of the course is available at the Empire Safety Council website: https://www.empiresafetycouncil.com/. Use the promo Contact Us

the case for any month. What I hope does remain true is that April will bring and the annual parade will take you by our community garden. Save the date:

ASAP to have the matter addressed. Once you have checked your apartment entrance door and you know it selfcloses, please be courteous to your neighbors and do not let it constantly slam shut; use the door knob to quietly close your door when exiting. We established a building and grounds committee in our building to help keep us abreast of items needing to be addressed in and around our building. If you would like to join this committee, see the contact information below and send an email but remember, do not wait for them to report it. If you see something, make the appropriate call. Please check the bulletin board for association information regarding our building election process and eligibility. There is still time to toss your name in the ring and become involved. We have new members in the building, and we welcome your ideas, assistance and neighborly family spirit. Reminder: Your annual Window Guard form should have been returned. The deadline to return was February 15th. If you have not done so or have misplaced the information, please contact your CSO, Ms. English, who can be reached at Visit our Facebook page: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370, or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team. ––Leslie Peterson

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Building 9 Association Greetings, Building 9 family. The Building 9 Association Executive Board looks forward to seeing you, serving you, and working with you. The Building 9 A-side elevator rehab project has begun. Only one elevator is in service. Leave early. 2022 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/jobs-internships/summer-youth-employment-program-syep.page. Black History Professor Dr. John Henrik Clarke (1915-1998) scholar, historian, lecturer, author, activist, and pioneer in the creation of Pan-African and African-American studies and professional institutions in academia. He was born, John Henry Clark, in Union Springs, Alabama. His father John Clark was a sharecropper and his mother, Willie Ella Clark, was a washer woman. His parents dreamed of purchasing land so they would not have to ‘share the crop’ on someone else’s land. John Henry Clark moved to Harlem in 1933 during the Great Migration. He John Henrik (after the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen) and added an “e” to his last name. Thus, he began his lifelong pursuit of scholarship and activism. Clarke developed as a writer and lecturer during the Great Depression years. He joined study circles such as the Harlem History Club and the Harlem Writers’ Workshop. Scholar and activist Arturo Alfonso Schomburg was one of his many mentors. Clarke joined the U.S. Army during World War II (1941-1945), ultimately, attaining the rank of Master Sergeant. He was co-founder of the Harlem Quarterly of the Negro History Bulletin (1948–52), Associate Editor of the magazine, Freedomways, and a Feature Writer for the Black-owned Pittsburgh Courier.

of that department. Clarke was the Carter G. Woodson Distinguished Visiting Professor of African History at Cornell University. His lectures were among the most sought after on the academic lecture circuit, by whites and Blacks.

Professor Clarke founded professional associations to support the study of Black culture. He was a founder with Prof. Leonard Jeffries (uncle of U.S. ConAssociation, which supported scholars in areas of history, culture, literature, and the arts. John Henrik Clarke was an autodidact, which means he was self-taught. In its obituary of Dr. Clarke, The New York Times noted that the activist’s ascension high school diploma, let alone a Ph.D.” The Times acknowledged that “nobody said Professor Clarke wasn’t an academic original.” ––Linda Collins

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Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Mary Pearson, Assistant Secretary

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Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

AARP Chapter #4997

Hello, Retirees! Welcome to this last weekend in February. The month of March is on the horizon and soon and very soon warmer springtime weather will be upon us. We look forward to being able to meet in person at future outdoor meetings. General Meeting – The next RODL general meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, March 2, at 1:30 p.m. The ID, password, and telephone number to join in the Zoom meeting will be emailed to RODL members. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us in this meeting. Trip Committee -

From the Desk of President Mickens: We are heading in a very positive direction for all citizens of New York State! Our numbers for Covid-19 are way down and the Governor has reduced many of our restrictions. The National

“Wait List” for this trip, please call Serita at (347) 564-5722 or Virginia at (718) 671-4506. The cost of tickets is $129.00. Proof of your Covid-19 vaccination will be required for this trip when you pay for your ticket. 50th Anniversary Celebration & Journal Committee – The RODL is planning to celebrate our 50th anniversary at a luncheon on June 15. Details regarding this event will be provided soon. We will be compiling a Journal to celebrate this momentous anniversary. Volunteers are needed for the Journal Committee. If you would like to volunteer to work on the Journal, please contact Virginia at (718) 671-4506. Membership – Thank you to the RODL members who have already paid their dues for 2022. We are incredibly grateful for your continued support. Membership dues continue to be collected for 2022. The amount of the membership dues is $25.00. Please make your check payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mail it to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop,177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 19, Bronx, NY 10475. New members are always welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Joann at (718) 710-9082 or Eleanor at (646) 234-2498. Condolences – Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to all who have recently lost loved ones. We continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Sick and Shut In – To those who are sick and shut-in, we pray that you will soon see brighter days ahead. Happy Birthday – To all our February RODL member birthday celebrants, we wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year. Please continue to stay safe and stay well until we can meet again during our virtual general meeting on March 2, at 1:30 p.m. ––Georgianna Rodriguez

country. In New York City, we are still experiencing major troubles with gun control issues. So, you see, we are still experiencing good news and bad news! Closer to home, Riverbay Corporation has stated that they are maintaining certain restrictions for our area regarding mandates. Mr. Klehammer, executive general manager, advises that all Riverbay Corporation employees will continue all persons in common areas, community centers and garages. We held our monthly General Membership meeting by Zoom on February 14, and we had an impressive attendance. We heard a presentation on “Changes in the Tax” issues by Ms. Purnell. She did point out that there are currently many changes going into effect this year and we were advised to consult a tax

Elder Law and Estate Planning. for our trip to Ocean City, Maryland. The trip is scheduled for May 15-18 for four days and three nights. The cost is $599 per person double, and $759 per single person. You can get trip cancellation insurance for $49 in case you may have concerns. Please contact Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370, or Ms. Brown, 718379-7962, to make your reservation. We are sure by that time we will all be needing a short and well-deserved holiday! Ms. Baker, 718-379-2088, membership contact, is accepting the annual dues for all our current/new members. The annual dues are $20.00 for the year. We have not heard from Mrs. Wilson, our Good and Welfare contact, so that is good news for our members and friends. May everyone continue to improve and recover from all ailments. Prayers continue. Feel free to contact me at 917-385Remain informed, safe, educated and alert. ––Ann Purnell

Goose Island Seniors Sunday Bingo – February 27, 1:30 p.m. All welcome; $6 for three cards and one jackpot sheet. Includes: 12 games plus 3-part jackpot, 15 games in all; $0.25 each extra card, $0.50 for one extra jackpot sheet only. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Wind Creek Casino – Thursday, March 3, Bethlehem, PA. Buses at usual three stops: Einstein Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:30 a.m. Mask required on bus and in casino. Sight & Sound “David” – Tuesday, March 29, Lancaster, PA. Waitlist. Price: $120. Lunch, 11 a.m. at Golden Corral; 3 p.m. show. All welcome. First 55 people with $60 deposit. Balance due March 16. Proof of Covid vaccination. Mask required. Buses at usual three stops: Einstein Loop, 7:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8 a.m. Call 718-3799613 or text 347-847-1941. Washington, DC Easter Weekend Trip – April 15-17, African American Museum. Sight and Sound – “David,” Thursday, March 31, and Patti LaBelle, Sunday, June 19, at Mohegan Sun Casino. For details, call (646) 579-1701. Indoor Picnic – Friday, April 22, 1 p.m., club room 39. First 60 members. Call for reservation. Cover dish or pay $10 at door. Let’s celebrate spring with no wind, ants, or mosquitoes. Proof of vaccination and one negative test result in 2022. 50th Anniversary Party – Eastwood Manor, Tuesday, June 7, 1 p.m. Members only. Price: $75. First 100 members with $40 deposit only. Balance due, May 25. Cocktail hour, buffet, open bar, prizes and dancing with DJ Paul Roberts. Call 718-3799613. Proof of vaccination. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors.

50th Anniversary Trip – Villa Roma Resort, Callicoon, NY, Thursday, June 9. All invited. Bus at usual three stops: Einstein Loop, 7:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 7:45 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8 a.m. Luncheon, line-dancing, Doo-Wop show, Bingo and fun, $92. Choice of Entrées: Roast Loin of Pork, Chicken Parmigiana over Linguine or Flounder Francese, all served with Chef’s Choice starch and vegetables. A $40 deposit, choice of entree and bus seat required when signing up. Balance due May 25. Proof of vaccination. Reservations, call 718-379-9613, or text 347-847-1941. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards: $0.25 each, up to three cards. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Temperature taken at entrance. Happy Birthday to all who celebrate in February: George Vazquez, Joyce Chaney, Lucila Correa, Yvonne Menefee and Aida Gonzales. March: Molly Konikoff, Hattie Lucas, Nancy Bisono, Stephen Roberts Sr., Joseph Chin, Vassie Middleton, Vivian Werner, Lourdes Lopez, Michelle Rosenthal, Liz Pelaez, Lillian Friedman, Ben Carter and Pearl Applewhite. Sick and Shut-in – Ella Thorne sends her love. Mary Pilla is always thinking of you. Call her at (718) 753-1816. Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Section 5 Center, phone (718) 379-9613. We are open. You may call Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 1-6 p.m.; Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6-8 p.m., or call/ text Stephen, (347) 847-1941. Email goose.island@ optonline.net. ––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

Get That STAR Money Did you see that front-page article about the STAR program in last week’s edition of the Co-op City Times? The article stated: “Of Co-op City’s 15,372 households, 6,132 received the 2021 New York State School Tax Relief (STAR) credit. …” How is this possible? STAR Program – Yes, You’re Eligible The article continued by stating: “This year, shareholders eligible for Basic STAR received $97.00, and Enhanced STAR recipients, $215.67. The credit was

not receive any money from the STAR program to immediately go to the NYS Department of Taxation www.tax.ny.gov/star or call them this Monday, between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,

All Co-op City shareholders are eligible for STAR,

Cooperators who live in Section 5 and the Earhart

Realistically, all of our shareholders are supposed to receive this STAR credit every single year. So, how is it possible that the majority of our shareholders are not receiving any money from this STAR program? Well, in my opinion, they’re simply not being informed about this program in an adequate manner. New problem? No, this nonsense has been going for many years. And, it’s unfortunate that Riverbay has not done enough to resolve this problem. Moreover, they’re comfortable with having these statistics printed in our newspaper. How is this possible? How can anyone be proud to see that more than half of their Bronx on an annual basis? There have been times when we have received repeated robocalls about inconsequential matters here. Then, notices about so-called accomplishments have been placed into our monthly carrying charge envelopes. However, can you remember what those notices said? If the answer is no or maybe, then we have a problem. On the other hand, do you think that we could have placed notices in those envelopes about this STAR program? Absolutely! Thereafter, the majority of our shareholders could have taken steps to apply for this program. This is what we call caring about our community. Statistics, then, will show everyone exactly what is going on here. Anyway, I want to encourage everyone that did

Mayor Adams Blasts the News Media Mayor Adams recently blasted the press for writing inaccurate stories about him. Adams started his press conference by talking about his trip to Albany. “You guys kill me. What part of Albany were you covering?” he said. “Eric gets beat up in Albany,” he continued. Nevertheless, he pointed out that he had a nice and peaceful time with the governor and other politicians. However, Adams then said: “If you would have turned on the news this morning, then you would have said, ‘It was all He-- up there.’ I’m trying to

person that calls them at 8:30 a.m. You will need a Block and Lot number to complete your application. So, here is the information as listed in the Co-op City Times: Cooperators who live in sections 1-4, and in the Adler, Asch, Cooper,

do something and just live out what you have already written.” Adams then pointed out that an unnamed source stated that he [Adams] got beat up. Thereafter, the press relied on that bogus information to write their stories. “We really need to stop distorting the news,” he said. “I’m a Black man that’s the mayor. But, my story is being interpreted by people that don’t look like me.” Then, he raised questions about the editorial boards. “How many Blacks are on the editorial boards? How many Blacks determine how these stories are being written? How many Asians? How many East Indians? How many South Asians?” as mayor is being interpreted by the prisms of your

reality and not mine.” Then, he encouraged the editorial boards to diversify their newsrooms. Summer Jobs – 100,000 New Opportunities Mayor Adams also announced that the summer youth program for this year will be expanded to include 100,000 jobs for young people, ages 14-24. Adams indicated that he wants our minority youths youths. So, he wants his city agencies to hire more minority youths. Then, he introduced Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright. Wright then stated that research has shown that summer youth employment improves: academic outcomes, public safety, job readiness, and knowledge of career options for young people. And, it connects young people to adult mentors, and it gives them real world experience. Plus, she added that it puts money into their pocket. Currently, we have a lot of young adults that are very smart and are capable of doing many good things. However, their living conditions since they were born may have been horrible. Love? Very little shown in the home. Training? Go watch television. Discipline? They get cursed out by their own parent. School? They might act out because they never had someone to train them to be good students. However, good mentors with strong personalities can sit these young adults down and help them to become successful adults. And, that’s exactly what the young adults in this city need. Close Please go online today and help the young adults in your family to sign up for the summer youth program. Thank you. Contact Information Please do not send a letter to me at this time. However, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@ riverbayboard.com. Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022

Bartow

Fri., March 4

Thurs., March 3

Wed., March 2

Tues., March 1

Mon., Feb. 28

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

No Events

Bereavement w/Dorine 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 12 p.m.-1 p.m. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387. Zoom Smartphone & Tablet Class, 2-3 p.m. Dial in #: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 889-6644-6693 Passcode: Bartow Arts with Laura 10 a.m.-12 p.m., via Zoom and phone. Must call or

email to register: 929-3991387.

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

Einstein

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Line Dance w/Ellie, In-person, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45. Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damion, In-person, Rm. 45, 11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Health & Wellness Support Group, 10-11 a.m. Virtual. Stay Well Exercise w/Denise 10:00-11:00 a.m., Rm. 2

Dreiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Chair Yoga w/Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. Zoom, virtual only for now. Dial-in: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173 Passcode: 855423 Piano Class, In-person, 11 a.m.12 p.m.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Rib Eye Roast Baked Potato California Blend Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Sweet and Sour Pork White Rice Steamed Kale

Arts with Laura, 10 a.m.12 p.m. via Zoom and phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387. Tai Chi for Arthritis w/Pofina Veresyuk 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45. Health & Wellness w/Ann 10-11 a.m.

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m. Meeting ID: 992 3169 6108, Passcode: 503637; Dial-in: 1-929-205-6099; Virtual & In-person Computer Learning Zoom meeting w/ Ralph, 6 p.m. Dial-in: 929-205-6609, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554, virtual only. Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Tues. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Digital Photography Class In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2.

Beef Chili Brown Rice Toss Salad w/ Dressing Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

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

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

Baked Breaded Fish Couscous Yellow Squash Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Bodies in Motion w/Ola 11 a.m.-12 p.m., In-person Line Dance w/Cynthia Rm. 45, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Arthritis Exercise Class w/ Damion, every Thurs., 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 0021 6442, Passcode: 573762.

Line Dancing w/Ellie 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Dreiser Loop Senior Center, Rm. 2. Must wear mask and maintain social distance during class.

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

Spanish Class, In-person, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

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

Knitting & Crochet Rm. 2, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.,

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

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

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

. Please call 718-320-2066 for an appointment. – 9-11 a.m., Zoom meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 920 9563 1147; Passcode: 024057. – 11 a.m.-12 p.m., third Thurs. of every month. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105; Passcode: 170462. Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695; Passcode: 896989. that will meet virtually every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Meeting dates

Art Class w/Dmitry 1:00-3:00 p.m. Meditative Moments (Meditation Class), 9-10 a.m., Rm. 2

Apricot Glazed Salmon Quinoa Normandy Blend Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice Lemon Herb Chicken Kasha and Noodles, Vegetable Ratatouille Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Jerk Chicken Baked Sweet Potato Steamed Red or Green Cabbage

Sweet and Sour Tofu Yellw Rice and Pigeon Peas Okra w/Tomatoes

Stewed Codfish Steamed Spinach Yuca

Spanish Style Baken Chicken Brown Rice Baby Carrots w/ Parsley

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

are March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and April 7. Please email amoncrieffe@jasa.org to register for this activity. every Friday at the Einstein Senior Center, Rm. 38 through June 24. To register, please that includes stress reduction, circulation and muscle tone, aiding in muscle tissue recovery and pain reduction. Chair massage includes neck, shoulders, upper and lower back, arms and hands. Table massage includes lower back, knees and calves, ankle and feet. It is recommended to wear a T-shirt for chair

Pick-up starts at 9:30 a.m. and continues at every 15-minute interval. Pick-up is at Bartow on Asch

Loop near the library. – Wed., 4-5 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099. Meeting ID: 882 1866 2627, Passcode: 093787. at Dreiser in Rm. 2, Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Thurs., 10-11 a.m. – 2049 Bartow Ave., JASA main – Wed., 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Einstein, Rms. 45 and 49. – Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. starting March 24 in the rear of the JASA main of-

Co-op City Times / February 26, 2022

Open Door Ministries

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

“Ambivalence” Open Door Ministries is collaborating with Circle of Christ Church and joining them in worship. Please go to circleofchristchurch.com for a schedule of services. (Ecclesiastes 11:1) “Cast your bread on the surface of the waters, be diligently active, make

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at noon. You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign. Fundraising Cake Sale – The Episcopal Church Women of St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church are having a Cake Sale on Saturday, March 26, starting at noon. Please come down and join us for this event. Buy and take home some of our delicious baked goodies!! Grace and Peace! ––M. Chambers

days.” (Galatians 6:7) “Do not be deceived and deluded and misled; God will not allow Himself to be sneered at, scorned, disdained, or mocked by mere pretensions or professions, or by His precepts being set aside. He inevitably deludes himself who attempts to delude God. For whatever a man sows, that and that only is what he will reap.” Ambivalence, meaning uncertainty, doubt or indecision, is a gift of choice that paralyzes some. The A person expresses both pro-change and counter-change arguments. “Internal or External Locus of Control: People who develop an internal locus of control believe that they are responsible for their own success. Those with an external locus of control believe that external forces, like luck, determine their outcomes.” From MindTools.com. A person that has an external locus of control, believes that what happens to them is the result of luck or fate or determined by people in authority. They tend to give up when life does not go their way, because they feel powerless to change it. To overcome this, pay attention to your self-talk. Instead of saying “I have no choice,” or “there is nothing I can do,” remind yourself that you have choices. Set manageable goals and focus on how you are making positive changes in your life by working A person who has an internal locus of control, feels that they are in full control of the events in their life. They are self-motivated and focused on achieving the goals they have set. Their powerful direction, so be careful to avoid seeming arrogant or «walking over» other people in pursuit of your objectives. Having a moderate, rather than strong, internal locus of control may make you more able manage them effectively when they arise. Motivational Interviewing from William Miller & Stephen Rollnick 1. Partnership – Work for and with someone else (active collaboration); Holy Spirit; Bible. 2. Acceptance – Understand and accept what you bring and where you are at currently. Absolute Worth – unconditional positive regard; inherent value; personal worth. Accurate Empathy – Not sympathy; not identiAutonomy Support – Right and capacity of self-direction; no blaming or shaming into action. Acknowledge your strengths and efforts. 3. Compassion – Actively promote your welfare; seek your well-being. 4. Evocation – focus on what you already have and call it forth. Contact Open Door Ministries by phone/text: 917-334-4407. Blessings in Christ. ––Pastor Luis Ramos

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Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to join in worship service online on the following days. Call: 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631. Worship Service will be held every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service is from 11 a.m.-12-30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday night praise and worship service starts at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The Home: A Center of Worship. –Deuteronomy 6:1-9 “Now these are the commandments, the statues, and the judgments, which the Lord your God commanded to teach you: 1. That ye might do them in the land whither ye go to possess it: 2. That thou mightiest fear the Lord thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son’s son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged. 3. Hear therefore, O Israel, and observe to do it; that it may be well with thee, and that ye may increase mightily, as the Lord God of thy fathers milk and honey. 4. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: 5. And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, with all thy might.

6. And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: 7. And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. 8. And thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand, and they shall be as frontlets between thine eyes. 9. And thou shalt write them upon the posts of thy house, and on thy gates. Our time with our little ones is short, but we can make it really count by giving them true heroes from the Word of God. Stories read or told on their level as we build a house of faith and worship. Home is where we learn by examples and practice to be doers of the word and not hearer only.” Although we hear the word of God regularly at church, home is where the Bible is lived daily. Therefore, it is important that we teach our children at home the word of God that they will know what “Hear, O Israel the Lord our God is one Lord. And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all might.” – Deuteronomy 6:4-5 “Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” –Proverbs 22:6 Our contact number: (718) 324-0334. ––Rev. R. Sibblies

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Iglesia Evangelica MU de Co-op City

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The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services.

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds “If you say, ‘the Lord is my refuge,’ and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For He will command His angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways.” –Psalm 91:9-1.1

mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services. General Information -

variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and

cityevangelicalumc@gmail.com. Remote schedule for Sundays.

through our Facebook are also holding services via Zoom. For more information, visit our website at www.coopcityumc.com.

services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page: Traditional Synagogue. small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City. Sabbath ends Candle lighting Good and Welfare

for updates. If you would like to join our worship service through Zoom, please use the

Food Pantry: The food pantry distribution center at our church serves Section

say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue. To All members Happy birthday to our member Debbie Schwartz who is celebrating their birthFun and Games

p.m. Those registering must present one of the following government-issued upfriends peace and good health. ––Bruce Gitelson

Blessings. ––Marta Medina

Church of the New Vision

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God the Father for His abundant mercy towards us as His people through Jesus Christ the very demonstration of God’s love towards humanity. –John 3:16. As we celebrate Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards huwe have received. May you and your family have a happy and healthy new year. come you to worship with us. Our verse for 2022 is (Isaiah 54:17): “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.” There is one serWelcome back. Services can

also be viewed on YouTube

Zoom/Free Call Conference Line shown above.

please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity. Sunday, February 20, Service Theme Call.com Line. using the Free Conference Call.com line shown above. The combined men’s and women’s day service will be held on Sunday, April

Scripture shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.” Amen. –Psalm 91:1-16, 41:6, 71:70

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ditional information or to be placed on the waitlist. ue to wear your masks, practice social distancing, and stay safe! “God will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” –Psalm 46:1 The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. ––Hattie L. Lucas

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May the Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the Love of God be with you all. Amen. ––Brenda Brown

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to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety is asking cooperators to social distance and wear masks or face coverings within all indoor areas of the community. Wearing a mask or face covering is especially important in the public areas of the buildings including the lobbies, hallways, elevators and laundry rooms. Wearing a mask is for your safety, the safety of your neighbors and family members. People should avoid gathering in large groups. Hand washing, the use of hand sanitizer and not touching your face are other strategies to reduce the spread of Covid-19 and other illnesses. Please follow the latest information provided by the CDC and the New York City Department of Health for the latest information and recommendations on health and safety during the Coronavirus pandemic, including vaccinations and boosters for eligible members of your family. Be a good cooperator and be Co-op City Strong. Since Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Riverbay Corporation put in effect a policy regarding the wearing of masks. Non-compliant shareholders who fail or refuse to properly wear masks or face coverings are subject to a $50.00 Community Complaint violation. This policy remains in effect in Co-op City for the health and safety of all members of the community. This Community Complaint received approval from the New York State DHCR (Division of Homes and Community Renewal). Cooperators should never personally interact with others regarding a mask. Mask wearing is a very sensitive issue and persons may have medical conditions that do not allow them to wear a mask. Call Public Safety for lease violations; do not engage violators of Riverbay’s Occupancy Agreement.

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