Co-op City Times 3/2/19

Gasoline Odor In Bldg.

13 Results in Damage To Storage Lockers

Vol. 54 No. 9

At approximately 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) and the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) responded to Building 35 to investigate a strong gasoline odor.

Chief Joseph Riley of CCPD reported that the investigation led to the building’s storage lockers in the basement. To pinpoint the exact locker from which the odor was emanating, the FDNY force-opened 21

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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Saturday, March 2, 2019

Jumaane Williams Wins New York City Public Advocate Election Brooklyn Councilman Jumaane Williams fended off 16 other candidates in the race for New York City’s Public Advocate (PA).

According to the Board of Elections “unofficial election night results” as of 12 a.m., Wednesday, February 27, Williams had accumulated 133,000 or 33.22% of the votes – winning the election.

“The PA, the people’s advocate, is a role that I’m incredibly excited to fill and one that is crucial to our city,” said Mr. Williams New York City’s during his victory speech.

Public Advocate Mr. Williams gathered Jumaane Williams enough votes to surpass

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

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Fourteen of the 21 storage locker doors were zip tied to secure their contents after the doors were forced open to locate the source of the strong smell of gasoline that permeated the building. The doors were replaced by the following day.

Photo by Hector Algarin

Riverbay Board Passes Senior Fair Fares Proposal $1.25

On Wednesday, February 20, the Riverbay Board of Directors, voted by consensus for a proposal to “make a unified and concerted effort to pursue transportation needs of our residents,” allowing for Reduced-Fare Senior MetroCards to be honored on express buses, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Board is calling for an “unrestricted” Reduced-Fare Senior MetroCard that will be accepted on express bus services at all times.

The Board argues that currently, Reduced Fare Senior MetroCards are only recognized on “regular” Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) buses and subways around-the-clock.

According to the MTA’s website, Reduced-Fare MetroCard’s can be used on express buses “anytime except weekday rush hours: Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 am and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.”

The passing of the proposal also calls on the MTA to add an express bus route to Wall Street for Co-op City riders.

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

Co-op City Contingent Among Bronx AARP Members Meeting with Pols in Albany

STAR Deadline For The 2019/2020 Tax Year Is Friday, March 15 All Co-op City shareholders are eligible for the New York State School Tax Relief (STAR) Program, but it is not an automatic credit; it must be filed for.

Applications for the 2019-2020 School Tax Relief (STAR) Credit must be postmarked by Friday, March 15.

Shareholders already receiving STAR do not have to reapply for the credit if they are enrolled in the Income Verification Program. Those who are not enrolled in the Income Verification Program should reapply to continue receiving the exemption, as should those who were receiving Basic STAR and are now eligible for Enhanced STAR. Any shareholder who is new to Co-op City (change of address) should also apply for the exemption before the March 15 deadline.

STAR applications can be obtained by calling 31-1, or by logging onto the DOF website at www.nyc.gov/star. Completed applications should be mailed to: New York City Department of Finance, P.O. Box 311, Maplewood, NJ 07040-0311. You should retain a copy of the completed application for your records.

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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About 40 AARP volunteers from the Bronx, including many from Co-op City, traveled by bus to Albany on Wed., Feb. 27, to urge their state legislators to support four key initiatives in the State budget due April 1 — a $25M increase for services (home-delivered meals, transportation to medical appointments and assistance with daily activities, among others) to help middle class New Yorkers age at home ; a tax credit for family caregivers to help offset the nearly $7,000 they spend on average out of their own pockets annually to care for loved ones; an independent utility consumer advocate, as most states already have; and $20M to continue endangered housing and legal counseling services for homeowners facing foreclosure or mortgage fraud. The seniors met with Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Senator Jamaal Bailey and Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, among others.

Photos courtesy of AARP NY

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Original Shareholder and Community Activist Arthur Taub Passes On Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019

munity. Arthur was a dedicated citizen who made a lasting impact on Co-op City. My condolences go out to his family.”

Co-op City lost one of its staunchest advocates, Mr. In 2008, Mr. Taub teamed up with Assemblyman Michael Arthur Taub, when he succumbed to his battle with Benedetto and community residents to lobby for the renovation cancer on Tuesday, February 26. Mr. Taub celebrated of the Truman HS pool which had been closed since 1995, and to his 85th birthday on February 7. have it reopened to the community. Expressing his love for both Born and raised in the Bronx, Arthur Taub was a the pool and the community, he is quoted in the Bronx Times jokdie-hard Brooklyn Dodgers fan. He, his wife, Simone, ingly saying: “After playing basketball, I would swim at the pool and their two young daughters, Stephanie and Renee, two or three nights a week to get away from my wife and kids. moved into Co-op City’s Building 15 in 1970. They We have to make a strong attempt as a cohesive union to apply were among the first shareholders of Co-op City. A pressure to the politicians to make this happen.” few years later, the family moved to the Adler Place Assemblyman Benedetto said: “I’m very sad to hear about townhouses where they have lived for more than 40 Arthur. He was such an ardent advocate for the things he years. believed in, and that was so many issues, in particular, trans“We heard about the Co-op City project, with its spaportation. It’s kind of sad that he passed away now at a time when cious apartments and low equity and low maintenance. one of the items he was always an ardent advocate for, the MetroWe were looking for some place we could live forever.

North stop here in Co-op City, is about to happen and it’s a shame We thought this was Shangri-La,” Mr. Taub told Nina he didn’t live to see that come to fruition. But there’s a legacy Wohl, a Columbia University graduate student who there and there is a great gift that he gave to Co-op City in his published his sentiments in her 2016 thesis, “Co-op advocacy and he will be missed.”

City: The Dream and the Reality.”

“He was also involved with Rabbi Berl and the Young Israel of “We were there before there was any grass, it was all Co-op City trying to help them stay around as long as they could,” dirt and there were no lawns, no supermarkets, no library, said Stephanie. “He attended the greenway fairs. He was always nothing,” Stephanie told the Co-op City Times this out there. week.

Arthur Taub “My father was the most honest person,” she added. “When From the get-go, Mr. Taub became active in the community. He organized the Section 3 Association and regularly published a bul- my grandmother died (she lived in Dreiser Loop), people approached my father letin which was widely distributed not only throughout the development, but also and said, ‘Can we take over the apartment, we’ll pay you the rent?’ My father to elected officials and government bureaucrats. His became an important voice would never do anything that was not honest. My father was that type of person.

“I remember once going to Cappy’s candy store and I got back the wrong change. and he was heard and listened to.

Stephanie remembers that her father’s activism led to his involvement in the I was probably 9 years old and I said to my father, ‘Look, he gave me twenty-five cents,’ and my father said, ‘No, no, you gotta give it back, it’s not yours.’ He was historic 13-month Co-op City Rent Strike in the 1970’s.

“We used to have, hanging over the terrace of the townhouse, a huge tablecloth such an honest person and if he found out that somebody needed something he and it said, ‘No way, we won’t pay.’ It hung out for years when my father was was there. He tried to do his best to make the world a better place.”

Arthur’s love of Co-op City and his neighbors is surpassed only by his love for involved in the rent strike,” said Stephanie.

Charles Rosen, one of the leaders of the Rent Strike and a long-time friend and his family. “His biggest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren,” neighbor of the Taub’s, said: “With Artie’s passing, an era in Co-op City has Stephanie said of her dad.

Mr. Arthur Taub leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, ended. From the moment he and his family moved here, Arthur was an active member of the greater community. Over the course of forty plus years, there was Simone; his daughters, Stephanie Terebelo and Renee Miller; sons-in-law, no major development in Co-op City that Arthur Taub wasn’t either a leader of, a Jonathan Terebelo and Clement Miller; grandchildren Michal, Chaya, Ayala, participant in, a tribune for his neighbors. He was an important voice for Co-op Moshe, Tzvi and Colin; and one grandson-in-law, Joey Cohen, husband of Michal.

The family expresses their deepest gratitude to Mr. David Grant of Co-op City City.”

Mr. Rosen said that when Co-op City’s developers refused to allow residents’ who helped with Mr. Taub’s care.

“The entire Taub family is appreciative of everything Mr. Grant does. He is part voices on their UHF Board of Directors, the shareholders voted for Resident Directors, one for each section of Co-op City as they became populated. Arthur of our family,” said Stephanie.

Funeral services took place on Thursday. The family will be sitting Shiva for Taub was one of the five Resident Directors and he maintained his position until he and the other four Resident Directors resigned in protest over a UHF-mandated the late Mr. Arthur Taub only in Brooklyn, beginning on Sunday, March 3, through “rent” increase and instead joined the leadership of Steering Committee III, which Tuesday, March 5. For more information, you may contact the Taub family at (718) 377-6168. ultimately led the largest and longest rent strike in US history.

An advocate for better and more efficient transportation modes, roads and safety, Mr. Taub chaired the community group, Coalition of Concerned Residents and Merchants of Co-op City. In 2007, he led the fight against the MTA’s Bus Rapid Transit, a proposed new express route for the BX12, taking it from Broadway to 207 Street in Manhattan, then along Fordham Road and Pelham Parkway before it terminated at Asch Loop in Co-op City. In an article published on StreetsBlogNYC, Mr. Taub argued: “This is not about improving service to Co-op City.

They’re not giving us anything but headaches….The added fumes and traffic congestion is not in the best interests of this community.”

Since the 1990’s, he also spoke out consistently about congestion, pollution and better highway access and egress with the expansion of the Mall at Bay Plaza. As a member of Community Board 10, Mr. Taub worked closely with then-District Manager James Vacca on these and many other issues.

Current Community Board 10 District Manager Matthew Cruz said this week upon learning of Mr. Taub’s passing: “I’ve certainly heard anecdotes of Mr. Taub’s time here and it seems as though he was a fierce activist and a very passionate voice for Co-op City. The Community Board 10 records confirms that. We extend our sympathies to Mr. Taub’s family and to Co-op City on losing someone who put his heart and soul into that area.”

Mr. Taub is also credited with having some of the first bus shelters erected in Co-op City.

In addition, he worked closely with Anna Cappell of the Handicapped Adults Association, then a certified community group, and disabled advocate John Rose, to advocate for better access to Bay Plaza for people with disabilities. He also advoctaed for more traffic lights, better sanitation services, on education park issues, and he shared information freely with his neighbors.

“Arthur and I were very good friends, we were very close and I will miss him terribly,” said John Rose. “We worked together on so many things through Arthur’s involvement with the community board, specifically, Arthur worked with me and Anna to petition Bay Plaza to increase disability access throughout the shopping center.”

Professionally, Mr. Taub was an educator with the New York City Department of Education. He later worked for the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) Health and Welfare Fund until his retirement.

Congressman Eliot Engel, who was also an educator prior to entering politics, worked with Mr. Taub on a number of community issues throughout the years.

“I knew Arthur from the early days of Co-op City,” said Congressman Engel.

“He was a well-known activist who was always very engaged civically in the comBY ROZAAN BOONE

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National Council of Negro Women Honor “Leaders of our Past, Present, and Future”

The Co-op City chapter of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) celebrated Black History Month by recognizing visionaries and leaders of the past, present, and future during their 18th annual event.

The four-hour long extravaganza kicked-off with a variety of performers

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

and numerous guests who filled the Bartow Center on Saturday, February 23.

As always, NCNW put on a Black History Month celebration that had something for everyone. A range of talented performers lit up the stage, pleasing audience members of all ages and interests. First up was a Praise Dance by Unconventional Dance, Inc.

song medley of soulful classics. Shortly after, adults and children walked down the “runway” to show off their traditional African attire in the African Cultural Fashion Show.

P.S. 160 The Walt Disney Magnet Steam School showcased an art exhibition from local students in grades three through five. The young Basquiat’s and

The meeting of CB #10’s Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 1, at 7 p.m. in the Grace Episcopal Church Annex, 116 City Island Avenue, Bronx, NY 10464. Please make an effort to attend.

For further information, please contact Community Board 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Co-op City’s Got Talent

The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) Co-op City section, held their 18th annual Black History Month celebration on Saturday, February 23, in the Bartow Center, where members of the community participated in a crowd-pleasing African Cultural Fashion Show.

Photos by Toriea McCauseland

The 50th Anniversary Committee presents Co-op City’s Got Talent: Youth Edition on Saturday, March 23, in room 45 of the Einstein Center.

All youngsters are invited to showcase their talents for a $1,000 cash prize – singers, dancers, steppers, musicians, and actors are all welcome to the event. DJ J-Smuv will be on hand. Admission is FREE.

Co-op City Spelling Bee

The African-American Association of Co-op City and the Riverbay Fund will host the sixth annual Co-op City Spelling Bee on Mar. 23, at 1 p.m. in room 4 of the Dreiser Community Center. Grand prize winner of the Bee will receive $100. Students in grades four to eight are eligible to join.

To register your child to compete in this event or to volunteer, please call (718)-671-5957. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is FREE.

Bay Plaza Walk

The Mall at Bay Plaza is collaborating with the American Cancer Society to present the first annual Bay Plaza Walk to benefit cancer research and local programs on Mar. 31. The Walk will travel through the streets of Bay Plaza as participants enjoy snacks and receive awards.

Registration will be at 8 a.m. and start time is at 9 a.m. You can also register and donate online at www.acsdetermination.org/bayplaza5k. Enter code “RIVERBAY” for $10 off registration.

Jaala Jenkins performed a thoughtprovoking Spoken Word piece, while local rapper Anthony Mitchell performed his song “Black Power.” Soloist Sky Blue received a standing ovation after her performance of Andra Day’s “I Will Rise Up,” while the Mind Builders performed a mind-blowing

Laura Wheeler’s in the making showcased their artwork that featured The Great Migration, community quilts and inspiring self-portraits.

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Building 5 Chess Club Returns to Raymour & Flanigan for A Healthy, Mind, Body Experience

Once again, the Building Five Chess Club could be found extolling the joys and merits of being a chess player as part of the “Mindful Eating” event held on Saturday, February 23, at Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store in Bay Plaza Mall (R&F).

“It is great to bring the awesome game of chess to our larger community under the auspices of BCA (Black Culinarian Alliance) and Aetna Health once more,” said Carl Belle, co-founder of the Building Five Chess Club. “The game of chess naturally aids the mind, body and soul – at any age – in a positive and focused way. Chess is brain food and we are happy to partner with these health-conscious organizations and get the word out. “Also, in recognition of Chess players young and old joined in on the fun at the “Mindful Black History Month, we are celebrating some of our Eating” event that was held on Saturday, February 23, at Raymour & Flanigan furniture store in Bay Plaza. great African-American chess masters.”

Photos by Lauretta J. Jaysura Mr. Belle said that the club meets on Saturdays at 120 Darrow Place from 2:00-5:00 p.m. “Ms. Deborah Low- pare you for the game of life and with continued venues such den is building president and I can’t say enough about our as R&F, the founders feel the future bodes well for the club. number 1 volunteer, Ms. Christine Floyd,” he added.

Apparently, their message is getting out as indicated by the The Chess Club was founded in 2017 by Mr. Henry W. large number of those showing up at last Saturday’s event. An May, Jr. and Mr. Belle when they realized that there was a area was set aside for chess aficionados – volunteers, old guard, dearth of chess clubs in the Bronx. Both men, avid chess seasoned chess players, or youngsters – to stop by. And all of players, set out to change the paradigm. Wanting to teach the above were there. Some took a seat and the games began and provide a gathering place for shareholders, the Chess while others watched. One surprise visitor was Henry W. May, Club was born. The club recently won the 2018 Citizens Sr., dad of co-founder Henry Jr. Committees for NYC Grant Award.

“My dad, a retired educator, taught me how to play, but he The game of chess is a wonderful tool that can help pre- hasn’t played in years,” Henry Jr. (Continued on page 4)

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said proudly, to which Dad replied, “Where can I sit?”

An unexpected magic moment.

A few feet away and with rhythmic music in the background, a smorgasbord of tempting, tasty and healthy foods and pastries lay waiting to be consumed. Some of the offerings were prepared right on the spot, and everyone agreed that everything was delicious. Food was cooked by BCA president & author Chef Alex Askew and his “Mindful Eating” team of chefs and volunteers, including, this year, a team of young Job Core culinary interns with interesting seafood dishes, led by Chef Williams.

At the closing of the event, co-sponsors BCA Chef Alex and Aetna Manager Mr. Miguel Centeno, in partnership with Raymour & Flanigan, thanked all participating entities and guests for again helping to “change the eating and lifestyles of one community to a better and healthier one.” Store manager Pedro Molano, for his part, promised continued support and assistance in such a worthy community cause.

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The Building Five Chess Club along with members of the community participated in the “Mindful Eating” event in Bay Plaza that included food for the brain – chess, as well as healthy food options for the body. Guests sampled a variety of tasty foods and listened to music while playing friendly and yet competitive games of chess.

Photos by Lauretta J. Jaysura

Gasoline Odor

storage unit doors before they came upon one with two 5-gallon containers which the FDNY removed.

Riverbay Safety Director Anthony Barzelatto explained that the FDNY utilized a gas detector to help them locate the locker with the two containers.

“Anything that is flammable or combustible especially gasoline, which is a highly flammable product, cannot ever be stored inside a residential building, whether it is a big can or small can, it doesn’t matter even if it’s in an approved can, it cannot be stored inside the building,” said Mr. Barzelatto. “It is a violation of the NYC Fire Code to do that.

Besides the fact that is a violation of the NYC Fire Code, it is a severe safety hazard and a major fire hazard.”

Mr. Barzelatto said that in as much as gasoline is flammable, the other concern is vapors and fumes which will find its way to an outlet or a switch. “All you need is a spark and we’re going to have a serious situation,” he emphasized. “So, this is a serious concern. We can’t have that type of practice. There should be no reason to store anything flammable, including propane, gasoline or large quantities of engine oils, those items should not be stored in a storage room and for that matter cannot be stored in your apartment either. We’re not too worried about some small amounts of oil, but definitely the flammables, that’s the real problem.”

According to Paragraph 8(A) of the Basement Self-Storage Occupancy Agreement which shareholders sign when leasing lockers, the occupant

agrees not to store any “(a) food, (b) flammable, combustible, explosive, toxic, or other dangerous items; (c), items which have an objectionable odor or cause spontaneous combustion…”

Also, “In the event of a violation of the provisions of this paragraph, Occupant shall pay to Owner the reasonable amount of damages, which amount shall be determined by Owner…” Unit renters also agree by signing the contract not to store jewels, heirlooms, art works, collectibles, antiques or other irreplaceable items having special or sentimental value to the lease holder in the storage unit.

Danielle O’Connor, Riverbay’s director of Parking & Leasing, said that after the FDNY removed the containers from the storage unit, her staff, led by Parking and Leasing supervisor Hector Algarin, secured the 21 lockers that were forced open and then notified the lease holders.

This week, the doors to the 14 units which were significantly damaged were replaced and painted. Riverbay also provided locks to the shareholders whose locks were broken off by the FDNY to gain access to the units.

"This was a foolish and irresponsible act," said Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer. "Residents need to take into consideration the safety and well-being of their neighbors and the general community and not just their own self-interest."

The cost to replace and repair the storage unit doors amounts to more than $6,000 which will be charged back to the lease holder responsible for the situation.

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NCNW

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in Black History – Ella Spruill honored the legendary Harriet Tubman, while Riverbay Board Director Leslie Peterson was “unbought and unbossed” as she channeled Shirley Chisholm. Finally, in this portion of the program was Sheila Richburg, who took everyone back to Johannesburg, Africa as the fearless Winnie Mandela.

Future leader, Co-op City resident, 24-year-old Brijae Hamilton, shared her story of determination during her life-changing experience while teaching English in Chile telling the audience to “take a challenge and be uncomfortable.” She continued, “I realized all of the doors that would’ve been shut if I decided to stay comfortable. The road is never easy, but it is definitely worth the work. Remember, we are cut from the same cloth as Harriet Tubman, Maya Angelou, and Mae Jemison. All that they ask of us is that we go out in the world and that we make it count.”

The first-time Mistress of Ceremonies, Misa Love, introduced guest speakers, the honorable Bahaati Pitt, a judge at the Bronx Criminal Court and a graduate of Morgan State University (MSU) and Chris Washington, graduate of Howard University; both conveyed their experiences while attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).

Ms. Pitt spoke about the importance of attending an HBCU, and its trajectory on her life as an adult.

She said: “It was the best decision I have ever made in my life. I do believe that it changed the course of my life. Representation matters. Make sure that you do what you can to support an HBCU because we need to continue our legacy.”

NCNW of Co-op City president, Lori Melton, shared: “For this year’s theme, we wanted to highlight visionaries, leaders of our past, present and future, in addition to highlighting the history, challenges and the progress of HBCU’s. We also wanted to share the success of those who have graduated from an HBCU encourage our youth to attend an HBCU and ask

alumni and friends to support HBCU’s. It is important for NCNW to educate our youth and to keep the light shining brightly on the legacy of the rich history of people of African descent.”

NCNW’s Annual Black History Month program featured a variety of song and dance performances, an art exhibit by 3rd and 5th graders of P.S. 160, and also recognizing notable figures in Black History. Performances also included traditional African drumming and dancing by Sheps Hetep Ancestral Music.

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor – can•verify or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

– •the– authenticity • – • – of•–the•authors.

– • Anonymous – – • –Letters • – •cannot – •exceed – •–350•words.

– • –Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Letters to the Editor

Women’s History Salute To Cooperators

She was a founding member of ComTo the Editor: Wow! It’s March already. National munity Protestant Church. She was an Women’s History Month. The Co-op original cooperator and an active memCity community is and has been the ber of many organizations here in home of fabulous, phenomenal women. Co-op City.

Mrs. Celestine Withey (June 21, Here are three of them who have passed on, but should never be forgot- 1921 – October 28, 2015) was a charter member of the National Council of ten: Mrs. Nellie E.J. Claire (August 9, Negro Women alongside the late 1922 - August 2016) was a resident of Dorothy Height and not only met Mary Building 21 until moving to Building 1 McLeod Bethune, but served on the in the mid 80’s. An original cooperator, committee that put “Ma Bethune” in member of St. Michael the Archangel Lincoln Park in Washington, DC. She Parish, “Jerrie,” worked on Ellis Island was also the president of the Building and documented hundreds, if not thou- 25 Association.

Three historical women of Co-op, sands, of immigrants as they came to America from their native lands. Her gone but never forgotten. Each of these work at Ellis Island was featured on ancestral Queens would want me to ask, WOR Radio in celebration of the “What are you doing for your commuStatue of Liberty’s Bicentennial Cele- nity? Those of us who are among the living still have time to make our living bration.

Mrs. Miriam Henson (March 20, a force for good. What’s on your mind, 1907 – November 2014), was one our shareholders?

—Michelle Marbury own centenarians, reaching age 106.

Correction Needed

To the Editor: One of the Board directors made a comment in last week’s Co-op City Times that I believe needs correction.

She stated, “The people of NYC have asked for Daniel Pantaleo to be terminated from the NYPD after applying a chokehold on Eric Garner and causing his death.” The writer certainly has a right to her opinion, but “the people” of the City of New York have not, as far as I am aware, expressed themselves on this case.

The closest ‘the people’ have come is when a NYC Grand Jury reviewed the case and decided against bringing criminal charges. The federal government has also declined to bring charges against the officer.

I am waiting to see the outcome of the departmental trial. I am not taking a stand on this issue. However, I want to correct the notion that one director somehow morphed a personal opinion into a citywide consensus.

—David Hammer (See page 9 for more letters)

Board of Directors’ Meeting - February 20, 2019 Amended Second Reading - Resolution #19-06 SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson SECONDED BY: Leah Richardson BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING: February 20, 2019

WHEREAS, Riverbay Corporation, which is organized pursuant to the New York State Limited-Profit Housing Companies Law, has adopted By-laws governing certain corporate actions, including, but not limited to, qualifications of Directors; and WHEREAS, By-Laws Article III, Section 2, states, in part, “If a Director is two months plus ten days in arrears on carrying charges …, the Board shall suspend such Director from the Board until the arrearages are fully paid;” and WHEREAS, The sponsors of this Resolution believe it would be supportive of By-Laws Article III, Section 2 if the Executive General Manager notifies each Director whenever any Director is two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges; and WHEREAS, By-laws Article III, Section 3 (o), states, in part, “the Board of Directors, by majority vote, may declare vacant the office of a director when he (she) has been absent from three (3) consecutive, regularly scheduled, meetings of the Board of Directors, or when he (she) has been absent from four (4) out of five (5) consecutive, regularly scheduled, meetings of the Board of Directors; which meetings shall have been scheduled over a period of at least sixty (60) days, and such absences have not been duly excused;” and WHEREAS, the sponsors of this Resolution believe it would be supportive of By-Laws Article III, Section 3 if the Secretary notifies each Director whenever any Director has been absent from three (3) consecutive, regular scheduled, meetings of the Board of Directors, or when he (she) has been absent from four (4) out of (5) consecutive, reguArticle SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

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

larly scheduled, meetings of the Board of Directors "and such absences have not been duly excused;” and WHEREAS, By-laws Article III, Section 3 (p), states, in part, “The Board of Directors, acting through the President, must, upon receipt of knowledge, declare vacant the office of a director when he (she) is found to no longer be a resident of Co-op City.”

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, Notwithstanding any prior Resolutions the Executive General Manager shall notify each Director whenever any Director is in violation of By-Laws Article III, Section 2 by being two months plus ten days in arrears on their carrying charges; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that notwithstanding any prior Resolutions the Secretary shall notify each Director whenever any director is in violation of By-Laws Article III, Section 3 (o), by being absent from three (3) consecutive, regularly scheduled, meetings of the Board of Directors, or when he (she) has been absent from four (4) out of (5) consecutive, regularly scheduled meetings … "and such absences have not been duly excused;” and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that notwithstanding any prior Resolutions the Executive General Manager shall notify each director whenever any director is in violation of By-Laws Article III, Section 3 (p), by no longer being a resident of Co-op City.”

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall be effective thirty (30) after approval by the Board.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner NO: Johnson ABSENT: Rice PASSED

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 21 Building 21

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

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May 31, 2019

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Ralph Henriquez Production Manager The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Offers Tips On Calling 9-1-1 or Public Safety For Emergencies

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that all members of their household know when and how to call 9-1-1, 1(718) 671-3050 for Public Safety or the proper number for other situations. Young children have been known to have made life-saving calls to 9-1-1. It is also important to keep important, non-emergency numbers accessibly stored in or near your telephone.

Calls to 9-1-1 for situations that are not emergencies can result in a delay for persons with life or death emergencies receiving the help they need.

9-1-1 was established in 1968 as a Universal Emergency Number. In most areas of the United States and Canada, 9-1-1 will put you contact with the police, fire or ambulance help that you require. When traveling, check local phone books to make certain 9-1-1 is the correct emergency number. In some areas of Canada, the number could be 9-9-9. Also check if the telephone you are calling from requires a prefix before dialing, for example dialing the number “9” for an outside line from a hotel or office telephone. It may sound like a joke, but make sure you know the number to 9-1-1 for any location you may travel to.

Calling 9-1-1 can be stressful and may seem overwhelming at first, but knowing what to expect can make the call go smoothly. Staying calm is most important.

Know the location of the emergency and the number you are calling from. Provide the dispatcher with any pertinent information, including descriptions or direction of flight of any criminals. For medical emergencies, be prepared with information regarding medications taken. Never hang up until directed to do so by the dispatcher. The dispatcher may pause to get the information out to the responding units. Also be prepared to take directions from the dispatcher; they may be able to provide you with life saving tips to use until help arrives. Visit the website www.firstaid.about.com for useful information about when and how to call 9-1-1.

Very young children can be taught when and how to call 9-1-1. There are recorded instances of children as young as 2 years old effectively calling 9-1-1 and receiving life saving help. It is essential that children are aware of what type of emergency requires calling 9-1-1. Calling 9-1-1 because you cannot find your favorite toy is not appropriate. Visit the website, www.kidshealth.org, for activities for children to familiarize them with when and how to call 9-1-1.

When in Co-op City, also call The Department of Public Safety at (718) 6713050 in addition to 9-1-1 for all emergencies. In Co-op City, call (718) 320-3300 for the main Riverbay switchboard during regular business hours; every Riverbay Department can be accessed by this number. In New York City, call 3-1-1 for any non-emergency issues; all New York City agencies can be accessed from this number. From telephones outside the City of New York, 3-1-1 service can be accessed by dialing (212) 639-9675. It is important to save the use of emergency numbers for true emergencies. 3-1-1 and the www.nyc.gov website are available for matters that are important, but not emergencies.

Although this year’s snow has not been as bad as the previous years’, the weather has taken its toll on the roadways. This year, a large amount of salt was applied to area roadways due to some snow combined with extremely low temperatures. Fortunately, Co-op City has had some of its most problematic streets repaved over the past years. Additional good news is New York City is taking a proactive stance toward potholes. New York City residents can report potholes to 3-1-1 or send photographs to the website. The 3-1-1 website is www.nyc.gov.

Be alert to potholes when operating a motor vehicle. Hitting a pothole can wreak havoc on the tires, rims and suspension of your vehicle. Remember, if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi, an Uber or another car service. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained. I would like to give a special shout out to all the cooperators I have recently met at various building and townhouse meetings. It was a pleasure meeting you.

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. Don’t forget to say “hello” to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons.

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

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see the end of the employment listings for specific directions.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Public Safety Blotter February 17 – February 23, 2019

February 19 – 100 Bellamy Loop A male reported that when he was exiting the garage, two males grabbed one of his bags and ran off. The suspect is described as a male Black, approximately 6 feet, gray coat, black sneakers and his face was covered.

February 20 – 99 Asch Loop A passerby notified CCPD of a woman on a bench who appeared to be unconscious. Upon arrival, officers determined the woman was lost and cold and took her into protective custody. After an investigation, it was determined the woman was lost and the NYPD had an alert out for her. She was turned over to the custody of the NYPD and she was later reunited with her family.

February 22 – 120 Co-op City Boulevard CCPD officers dispatched to the lobby of this location found a female who had apparently been assaulted by a male. The male was detained and began to fight with CCPD officers. The male was subdued and arrested.

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And the Winner Is…

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson It’s been slightly less than two months from the start to end of this Public Advocate race. Everyone and his or her aunt or uncle wanted a go at it and now it’s done. You would think, wouldn’t you? But no.

Did you know that even before the winner was determined, they could all have started petitioning again the very same day, Election day, February 26, aka last Tuesday, in preparation for the June 25 primary. What?! What indeed you may exclaim and/or ask. This year, the state legislature passed a bill consolidating federal and state primaries. You might remember federal primaries are held in June. Last June, our congressman — Eliot Engel — faced three opponents before skating off with the Oscar, I mean the nomination, and sailing into another term in D.C. after the November general election. Take my word for it, primaries for federal positions take place in June. And now so do New York State primaries.

The Race Is Run. The Race Is On. The Public Advocate race winner (whoever he or she may be) gets and keeps the job only through the end of the year. That winner and the many, many losers might have already started petitioning to qualify to run in the June 25 primary. Yes, the ones who either won or came close are expected to try, try again, just four months from now.

In order to stay Public Advocate past December 31, the persistent ones need to win their party’s June primary to face the other parties’ primary winners in the November general election. And you know what that gets ‘em? It gets the winner the remainder of our current NYS Attorney General Leticia “Tish” James’ unfinished term as PA, not a full four-year term of their own.

Yes, whoever wins that election in November 2019 only holds the position till the end of 2021. Hey, I don’t make the rules. But I do help fund the whole shebang, and so do you, along with the rest of the

Secretary

NYC citizenry. For all that time, money, and effort, I do hope the PA does a fabulous job for as long as he or she holds the position!

It’s costly, but if those matching-fund millions manage to level the playing field in this and future elections, then the winner is…us! When we pay attention, get involved, and vote, and when we choose as wisely as possible, we might just get what we deserve – elected officials who are “unbought and unbossed,” ethical people ready to say “no” to big money buying our legislators and our elections, ready to make fair decisions without “fear or favor.”

And before this election, we got to meet all but two of the candidates – sometimes more than once – at the two forums. Odds are very good that Co-op City met and welcomed the next public advocate at either or both of those forums.

Do Your Part We did our part, didn’t we? Last week, I gave a “where’s Waldo” shout out-to the February 17 forum attendees who found themselves in the News 12 the Bronx coverage, but I didn’t thank individuals who helped out that day. Thanks to volunteer timekeepers John Gale and Michelle Marbury, to Bruce Silberman and Claudia Sampson for providing needed pieces of equipment, to Alethea Cherebin for “manning” the sign-in reception table and playing emcee, to Board President Linda Berk for making the welcoming remarks, to our sound guys – Louis and Tim – for setting up and then re-setting up the “stage” area, to the Riverbay Scheduling office, to the mysterious early birds who helped spread the tablecloths, to Directors Francine Reva Jones and Bernie Cylich for providing several of the questions for the candidates, to the Co-op City Times for giving important events such as these the needed coverage, and to my beloved who sprang for — and served — the pizza! Researching and organizing an event can be a solo effort, but implementation takes a team.

Next time we have such an important contest to consider, perhaps we can all work together, combine forces, to inspire and encourage more and more Co-op City residents to exercise their right and duty to VOTE. Poll Site Locator Which brings us to more thanks. Our nearly 50year placement of polling sites got a shake-up last year making it necessary for many residents to hunt for their new voting spot in November. So that the current poll site would be less of a mystery to our residents, I used poll site locator to draw up flyers for each building. Thanks to our Community Relations director and our Parking and Leasing director and their staff for printing and posting those flyers in every lobby and near every townhouse cluster in time again for last week’s Special Election.

The Next Election The next election could be your own. Expect to see lots of petition clipboards around in the coming weeks, not just for candidates to qualify for the June Public Advocates’ next go ‘round, but for our own Riverbay Board elections coming up on May 22.

You’ll find all the rules and details before long in these pages. Maybe you’ll want to make a run, maybe you’ll want to lend your support, maybe you’ll just add your signature to a petition or two, or three, or… But remember, for Co-op City elections, it’s one signature per unit, per petition.

Fun Stuff So sorry I didn’t notice the Open Mic event recently held. I heard it was swell. But I won’t miss out on any future fun events because I'll be scouring the CCTimes even more thoroughly from now on.

How 'bout you? See you here, there, and everywhere.

I can be reached at 718-219-2211 or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

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Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019 rivals Councilman Eric Ulrich, who earned the Williams. second place spot with 19.12 % of the votes; According to the New York City Council, former City Council Speaker Melissa Mark- “The Public Advocate acts as an ombudsperson Viverito who won 10.96 % of votes, and Bronx for all New Yorkers – a government official Assemblyman Michael Blake who gained who champions the public and ensures the gov8.24% during Tuesday’s election. ernment is responsive to their needs.” The In 2018, Mr. Williams gained notoriety as a appointment requires a four-year term and candidate in the Democratic Primary race for offers a salary of $165,000.

New York City Lieutenant Governor which he The seat for Public Advocate will be up for conceded to the incumbent Kathy Hochul. grabs again this June during a Primary and then City Council Speaker and acting Public in November when the general election is held.

Advocate, Corey Johnson, who adopted the Public Advocate Williams will have to run in position since prior Public Advocate Letitia both elections for the chance to hold on to the James was elected to State Attorney General office and to finish out the remainder of James' earlier this year, will relinquish his position to unexpired term which ends in 2021.

Williams

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Mall at Bay Plaza’s Bronx Entrepreneurship Scholarship Foundation Seeks Applicants

The Bronx Entrepreneurship Scholarship, sponsored by the Mall at Bay Plaza, is looking for high school seniors with an interest in entrepreneurship and/or business, who are Bronx residents and have been accepted into an accredited four-year college or university.

To qualify for the scholarship, which is now in its third year, potential applicants must have a 3.0 or higher grade-point average. In addition to the student’s academic achievement, financial need, any community service, and recommendations from teachers will be considered in the application.

Applicants should submit a transcript and a one-page, singlespaced, essay on why entrepreneurship is important to him/her. There is no application, simply submit the material above to Apply@BronxESFC.com.

Each scholarship winner will be awarded $3,000 annually over four consecutive years (not to exceed $12,000 over the four consecutive years). In order to continue eligibility for the scholarship during college, students must attend classes and maintain no lower than a 3.0 grade-point average or equivalent. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2019.

Once this year’s winners are selected, an award ceremony will be held for the students and their families in the mall.

Letters

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Who Is Responsible For Poor Decisions?

To the Editor: I think the idea of holding directors accountable for poor decisions is a must here at Riverbay. People here seem to get a pat on the back for consummating a deal or idea and later becoming invisible after it falls through. Case in point...who is responsible for the elevator disaster which is now costing us over $40 million? Who was responsible for ordering a boiler that was oversized and cost over $6 million that was our responsibility, the innocent shareholders? Isn’t it nice how people in power protect themselves? And what of former Director Williams’ case? I don’t go along with how he went about investigating the matter of an alleged late-maintenance-paying director but what was the result of the allegations?

Will we ever know?

I am also concerned about the laundry contract. As a former laundry tech, I just wonder if the right questions are being asked on our behalf. We pay for water, electricity and gas, so will the dryers have moisture sensors to shut off the machine ASAP, or water sensors which indicates to the washer how much water to use according to weight? There’s a lot of technology out there, but to guarantee 8 years might not be prudent. What is the specific maintenance program? Will there be a tech on call or will there be servicing of the machines every day because, in my opinion, it is detrimental that this must be done.

Finally, as I have said in the past, in this day of technology wizardry, ID cards should be given to shareholders only according to family size (lbs./mth.) to make sure that the machines can only be used by them and to prevent outsiders from using our machines. The usage can be added onto the maintenance statement and if it appears there is any overuse, then the account can be investigated.

—Nick Liberati

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Progress Continues in Co-op City Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary Board of Directors Meeting The Board of Directors met on February 20, 2019.

Bob Klehammer, the principal of Douglas Elliman Property Management, reported that they have researched the Ring (video) doorbell that many cooperators expressed that they needed when they appeared at an Open Board meeting on September 12, 2018.

The Board members emphasized that the Ring (video) doorbell is what cooperators wanted so that they could feel safe. This item will soon be available to cooperators via the Cooperator Services Office (CSO) and more information will be forthcoming.

Your request and persistence has brought about desired results.

Annual Board of Directors Elections The 2019 Riverbay Election Committee, headed

by Director Leah Richardson, has presented the Election Rules and Schedule to the Board and they have been reviewed, edited and approved. The shareholders will continue to vote by mail and online. A significant change in the Election Rules is that a candidate may begin campaigning earlier and will not be required to wait until they are certified by the Election Committee. Candidates may begin petitioning on March 25th.

As a shareholder, you have a responsibility to vote for the 15-member Board of Directors. This 15-member Board represents you and, therefore, you should know who they are. There will be several ways you can get to know the candidates. You can read about them in the Co-op City Times newspaper; attend one or all of the three forums; and/or you may listen to

Baychester Visual Arts Association

Painting classes will resume at BVA beginning on Tuesday, March 5.

Art classes are held on Tuesdays in room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., or 3:30 p.m.

– 5:30 p.m. Since this session will be 5 weeks, the cost will be $30. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201-926-6896 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information.

We would like to invite artists interested in giving a paid demonstration to our class members and to people in the community. Many people are artistically talented and it would be great to share their ability with our artists. You can call Moses Groves at 201-926-6896.

If you would like to take art classes, you can come to rm. 5 on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. or register by mail indicating the class time desired.

Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P.O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts.

All checks should be made out as indicated above.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul.

—Sylvia Lochansky

their online candidate’s statement. I encourage your participation in this important annual election.

Co-op City Spelling Bee The African-American Association and the Riverbay Fund will sponsor the 6th Annual Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 23, at 1:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, room #4. It will be open to children in the 4th-8th grades. The first, second and third contest winners will receive prizes of $100.00, $50.00, and $25.00, respectively. All the children will be recognized. Register your child and/or grandchild today. You may obtain registration forms in the Administration Office of the Riverbay Corporation Office at 2049 Bartow Avenue or call 718-671-5957 to obtain the forms electronically.

Please spread the word about this event.

Black History Month Thanks to Assemblyman Michael Benedetto for presenting a very meaningful Black History Month program. The guest speaker was U.S. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries. Room 45 of the Einstein Community Center was filled with cooperators who warmly greeted him. The congressman spoke about the African-American experience, outlining several stages of progress made by African-Americans that were met with backlash each time. A significant point in his speech was that emancipated Africans were once considered three/fifths of a human being.

Presently, African-Americans make up three/fifths of the NY State government. We have come a long way. Envisaging the future for African-Americans, the Congressman mentioned that the first principle of Kwanzaa is “unity” and he encouraged us to continue to be united. And, also, continue to vote.

Congressman Jeffries is the nephew of the esteemed Professor Leonard Jeffries. Professor Jeffries is the former Black Studies professor at City College, The City University of N.Y., who fought diligently for the Curriculum of Inclusion to be incorporated into the school books. It contained historical information that would give a true and accurate account of African-American history because there is a considerable amount missing. It has yet to happen.

Congratulations to Linda Collins, the president of Building 9, and to Joyce Howard of the National Council of Negro Women, who were awarded by

Assemblyman Benedetto for outstanding community service. Ms. Howard gave a brief history of the NCNW, noting that Mary McLeod Bethune was the founder and that Dorothy Height started the NCNW Co-op City branch. Presently, Mrs. Lori Melton heads the Coop City branch. Ms. Howard discussed the Saturday tutorial that they once offered fo r t h e c h il dr e n o f Co-op City, which was under the leadership of Ms. Eleanor Donnley. I eagerly volunteered to participate in that program. Ms. Howard mentioned some of the organization’s current activities and invited all to join.

The Bartow Swingers Last Friday afternoon, the Bartow Swingers and Dancing Gents presented their 4th Annual Black History Celebration. There was singing, dancing, an impersonation of Sister Angela Davis, a tribute to African-American women in the military, a recitation of, “Letter From a Birmingham Jail,” good refreshments and more. The guest speaker was Ms. Donna Hylton, who is the author of “A Little Piece of Light.”

She discussed the highlights of the book, which reflected her life experience. Kudos to Sister Voncile Mallory and the dancers on a terrific program.

National Council of Negro Women Closing out the Co-op City Black History Month programs on February 23 was the NCNW program entitled “Visionaries – Leaders of Our Past, Present and Future.” I have no doubt that it was amazing.

However, I was motivated to support the Venezuelan Wall Street demonstration scheduled on the same day and time.

Women’s History Month On January 1, 2016, Darcel Clark became the first female African-American District Attorney in the Bronx, New York. She is serving a four-year term. DA Clark has vowed to implement reforms, to address wrongful convictions, administrative backlogs, and problems surrounding Rikers Island, among others. I believe her job performance is commendable.

Building Association Meetings Be sure to attend your building association meetings. They are important.

Contact If you would like to share your thoughts, contact me at 718-671-5957 or fjones@riverbayboard.com.

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STAR Deadline

Since the 2016/2017 tax year, first-time appli- must be $500,000 or less.

Enhanced STAR applicants must also use the rescants or those who did not have STAR on their apartments in the 2015/2016 tax year, cannot apply for idence they are filing for as the primary residence of STAR through the NYC Department of Finance. at least one owner. Therefore, for a married couple Instead, they must register for the New York State applying for Enhanced STAR, if one owner is absent tax credit at https://www.tax.ny.gov/star/, or by con- from the property because they are receiving inpatacting the New York State Department of Taxation tient health related services at a residential health care facility, such as a nursing home or any other and Finance at (518) 457-2036.

New applicants are those who purchased their facility that provides lodging, board and physical apartments in Co-op City after March 15, 2015 or care, as long as the property is not occupied by anythose who did not apply for the STAR exemption by one other than the remaining spouse or co-owner, the property may qualify for Enhanced STAR as long as the March 15, 2015 deadline.

Eligibility for the upcoming 2018/2019 STAR the following criteria are also met: the property credit, which will be received next year by those who owner(s) must be age 65 or older as of December 31 qualify, is based on income information from the of the exemption year and have an annual total combined household income of $86,000 or less to qualify.

2017 tax year.

Total combined household income is the federal Shareholders who did not file taxes in 2017 must attach proof of their 2017 earnings to their STAR adjusted gross income minus the taxable amount of application, such as a Social Security statement, a IRA distributions.

1099 or W-2.

If you are a shareholder of Co-op City and you Co-op City shareholders will also need the follow- applied for the STAR program last year, 2018/2019, ing information to complete their STAR application: and did not receive a credit, you should contact the New • Cooperators who live in Sections 1-4, and in the York City Department of Finance by calling 3-1-1.

Adler, Asch, Cooper, Debs, DeFoe and Broun Place If you have not yet filed an application and, as a townhouses – “Block #: 5141; Lot#: 120. result, did not receive a credit this year, you should • Cooperators who live in Section 5 and the fill out an application before the March 15 deadline for a credit next year. All applications must be postEarhart Lane townhouses – Block#: 5135; Lot: 51.

All applicants are also required to provide their marked by Friday, March 15, 2019.

Social Security number, ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Any shareholder who needs an accommodaIdentification Number) or EIN (Employer Identifi- tion due to a disability in order to apply for cation Number) to apply for STAR so the DOF can STAR, should contact the Disability Service ascertain that its records are accurate and also that Facilitator at www.nyc.gov/contactdofeeo or by the applicant has submitted accurate information. calling 3-1-1.

There are two types of STAR credit – Basic STAR This year, eligible shareholders who applied for the 2018/2019 tax year before the March 15, 2018 and Enhanced STAR. Basic STAR is available to any owner of a house, deadline, received their credit on their March 2019 cooperative apartment, condominium or other prop- carrying charge statement. Basic STAR households erty as long as at least one owner lives in or uses the received $102.96 and those that qualified for property as their primary residence. Married couples Enhanced STAR received $229.08. owning more than one property can have STAR on Out of Co-op City’s 15,372 apartments, 7,556 one property only unless they are divorced or legally received the credit for 2018/2019, which amounted to separated and can provide documentation to support a total of $1,127,723 that was shared by those housetheir claim. holds for Basic and Enhanced STAR. In the 2017/2018 There is no age limit to receive Basic STAR, how- STAR cycle, 615 more Co-op City households qualever, the combined household income of the owner(s) ified for the credit.

ANONYMOUS WHISTLEBLOWER HOTLINE

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods: Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to: reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

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Legislative Roundtable Held in Bartow

Assemblymember Michael Benedetto and State Senator Jamaal Bailey hosted a legislative roundtable discussion in the Bartow Community Center on Thursday, February 28. The well-attended event was an opportunity for cooperators to speak their minds and ask questions on topics such as new state laws, proposed laws, and what the new Democratic majority in the State Senate means for NYC. Photo by Leandra Alexander Peters

The Joys Of Time

We rejoice our births when life begins and moan when someone passes, We wait until their life is still to praise their bodies or ashes.

We enjoy our lives but sometimes still forget what God intends, To lead with love throughout our lives against the strongest winds.

We warm our hearts with sounds of things, we paint the scenes of time.

We script our thoughts that beauty brings on the canvas of our minds.

We enjoy the breeze after showers fall, the warmth that sunshine brings, the beauty of the leaves in fall and the dawning of early Spring, and yet we go about not knowing what beauty life employs, the things we take for granted are all God’s gift of joys.

— Frank Mayes

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Business As Usual

Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice During February’s monthly Board meeting, a consensus vote was taken announcing Director Cheryl Jenkins to take over the Appeals Committee once chaired by then-Director Junius Williams.

While I congratulate new Director Jenkins on being selected and know she will do well, I do posed the following questions to everyone: 1) Where and how was the meeting advertised and which other Board members were present? 2) Was the position offered to the two co-chairs who are already on the committee? I believe the chair of the Committee on Committees once stated the reason for choosing another director over me to serve as co-chair on the Election Committee was because the other director “has more experience over him.” Keep in mind I was never asked about my experience. Serving as supervisor for the Board of Elections, I was responsible for the largest voting site in the United States, which is the Dreiser Loop site. In my opinion, I have more experience than the person making the decision. I believe what the Committee on Committees chair is doing is personal and based on a question I once asked on a decision this director made as Election Committee chair. I brought this concern regarding the Committee on Committees directly to the president before who had said she was looking into it; I still do not know the outcome. I guess it is business as usual. In the meantime, I will follow the money as I look into the spending habits for the 50th anniversary. Stay tuned.

I sent general counsel an email over two weeks ago asking for procedural information, and as of today, he has yet to respond. General counsel represents all Board directors, not some. It is time for this Board to decide should a contract be given to general counsel for their services or seek someone else? It is costing

the shareholders too much money on a monthly basis.

Run – Forrest – Run/Board Election Shareholders, if you are sick and tired of what is going on on the Board, I ask that you run and become a difference in your community. Simply read the election instructions, get your signatures in a timely manner and voice your platform at the various forums. Remember, you must be a shareholder in good standing. Be the difference in your community by getting involved. When you run, it is not about who you run with, but what is best for the shareholders and the community you reside in.

Should you decide not to run, please do the honorable thing and VOTE. Ask the candidates who are seeking your vote why should I vote for you? What have you done in this community prior to running on the board? If they seek re-election, ask them how did they vote, was it among party lines? Why are you running with a slate versus independent? As a person on a slate, will you be the first to report any potential wrongdoing to the remaining Board members or keep it within the slate? While on a slate, is your loyalty to the slate or shareholders? So if you are tired of what you see and hear from the Board, I challenge you to get involved. Don’t be the shareholder who has already picked a side displaying your displeasure of what you were influence by.

A special thanks to Director Leah Richardson who chairs the Election Committee for her strong effort to make major changes to the coming election for all shareholders. She will be a chair who will be available to address all your concerns and not missing in action.

Bylaws Changes Greatly Needed Our bylaws need to really be revamped and updated immediately to protect director’s personal information and prevent any president’s abuse of power. I recommend that an independent group chaired by two Board members of different perspectives should be put together to make this happen and that all recommendations and approval go before the full Board and then the community for approval. In

my opinion, resolutions are only a short fix or band aid to an open womb; in other words, what doesn’t get fixed today can become a huge problem later.

Congrats to Evelyn Turner for being sworn back in as a director. It should be known that Auditor Averil James-Bonnette continues to do such an outstanding job in the Audit department.

Tennis Anyone?

I continue to receive communication regarding the lobby doors constantly ringing which causes unwelcomed guests to gain access into the buildings.

When shareholders call in to dispatch, they are often told that it is a security-related issue and when they call Public Safety, they are often told that it is a maintenance issue. Shareholders shouldn’t have to be passed back and forth like a tennis ball. Whoever answers the phone should be the department to abate the problem. Yes, it is a safety issue, but ultimately, the Maintenance department is still required to fix the front door. A dispatcher was recently let go for failing to be professional on the phone. I ask that you reach out to executive management should this problem continue. Please write down the date, time of incident and whom you spoke to, then forward the information to executive management. If you do not receive a timely response, please contact me.

Whistleblower Works Shareholders and Riverybay employees, I fought for the Whistleblower program when I got in, so use it. If any director asks you to do something that is not right or you see something wrong, report it. Protect yourself.

Thanks For Voting Big thanks to the Co-op City community who participated in the election process on February 26 in Public Advocate race. Voting plays a significant role on what resources get to come into our community.

So I ask everyone to stay engaged on what is really going on in your community and the people you elect because it is not about friendship, it’s all about business. Become the difference in your community.”

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Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019

Co-op City Working Families Party

Bartow Swingers Celebrate Black History

The Bartow Swingers and Dancing Gents showcased African garbs and dance moves during their fourth annual Black History Month Celebration on Feb. 22 in the Bartow Community Center.

The event was filled with performances, speeches from military members, and tributes to historical African American figures.

A tribute to African American women in the military was led by Staff Sergeant Karolyn E. King who shared some words about the growing inclusion of African American women joining the military. “I’ve met several sisters,” she said. “There are tons of female service members. It takes a village to raise anyone. We have all the support. Feel free to stop and talk to us.”

The theme of the afternoon was diversity in profession, as stated by New York State Senator Jamaal T. Bailey. The senator highlighted the growing number of African Americans winning seats in government, proving that there is no limit to what can be done.

“We have a calling to let people know that we are limitless,” Senator Bailey said. “There’s no cap to what we can do.”

—Fiifi Frimpong

We won’t know for a while if the Working Families’ Party choice for NYC Public Advocate won or not or if our next-day meeting welcomed any new members. Do check out our Mission Statement to decide if you’ll be a future new member.

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

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

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Next Meeting Join us on Tuesday, March 26, in Einstein, room 35, at 7:00 p.m., at our regular fourth Tuesday meeting. Expect a call or an email as the day approaches. Or just come! We do not say no to dues but what we really want is your presence and your input. Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single or retired and still join the Co-op City Working Families Party. All progressives are welcome. For more details, text or call 718-219-2211 or email mpjazz@optonline.net.

—Mary Pearson Photos by Fiifi Frimpong

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Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019

We Can Improve This Downsizing Resolution Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Currently, there’s a resolution, #19-11, on the table for residents that are, “65 and above and that moved here before March 1, 1985 to downsize to a smaller apartment at the same cost per room as such residents paid when they first moved into Co-op City. …” Now, that’s good. But, as you’ll see, we need to go further and help other residents.

Make It Better For Everyone We have lots of cooperators that would love to downsize to a smaller apartment for a variety of reasons. For example: 1. They’re on a tight budget; 2.

Their family moved out; 3. Their spouse died; 4.

They’re living alone; 5. They don’t need a lot of excess space; 6. Their spouse ran off with their children and moved out; and 7. They’re paying a lot of money for their monthly carrying charges, child support, and other bills.

Now, based on these reasons, do you think that any future transfer policy should have an age restriction? In my opinion, the answer is no. In other words, a transfer policy should allow all of our shareholders to swap their apartment with other shareholders.

Should they be required to buy another apartment?

No! Why should they have to buy another apartment? Where are they going to get the money to buy that apartment? A loan? Who is going to loan money to them when their financial situation is so tight?

How are they going to pay off a loan?

Now, here are some realistic examples why a swap makes sense. Let’s say that a family paid $1,000 per room for a 6½ apartment here many years ago. Then, let’s say that a spouse passed away and all of the children moved away. So, now, only one cooperator, age 60, is living in this apartment. And, this cooperator is struggling to pay the monthly carrying charges for this huge apartment. But, they can afford

to pay the monthly carrying charges for a 3½ room apartment. So, why should they have to wait until they’re 65 (5 years) to transfer to another apartment?

Will waiting for 5 years help or hurt them?

On the other hand, let’s say that a growing family paid $4,500 per room for a 3½ apartment last year, 2018. They have one child and another child on the way. They need a bigger apartment. And, they can afford to pay the monthly carrying charge for a 6½ apartment. But, they can’t afford to spend $4,500 per room for a 6½ room apartment.

Now, how can the NYS Homes & Community Renewal (HCR) agency help the parties in both examples? Well, in my opinion, HCR should consider letting both parties swap apartments. And, the transaction can be very easy. First, to avoid problems, Riverbay can restore both apartments. Then, from that point, both parties can sign transfer papers and exchange apartments. If either party vacates their swapped apartment, they will get back only what they paid for their original apartment. Thereafter, new cooperators will have to pay the full price for either apartment.

Bottom line: There are a lot of residents in this community that want to transfer to other apartments.

Therefore, we need to help them.

New Proposal – Canopies For the Tower Buildings?

A new proposal is on the table to have a canopy placed right outside of the entrance to the Tower buildings. Current plans call for our lobbies to get redesigned with new doors and a new intercom system. And, now, it’s possible that an illuminated canopy will be placed outside of these doors.

If the proposal is approved, then, these canopies look like they will extend about 5-6 feet away from the entrance of Tower buildings. The plans then show that these canopies will have metallic support rods on top of them. Also, these canopies will have the address of the building on them. Here is an exact example from the drawings: 120 Casals Place Bldg. 12.

Landlord Guard At times, I receive complaints about how some residents behave here. Here are some examples: “Some people don’t have respect for our property. They [investigators] don’t check their background? They [investigators] used to go to their home before they moved here.” And, the list of complaints goes on.

So, let’s address these complaints. Lots of people have previously applied to Co-op City. Thereafter, they had to pay $237.29 to Riverbay for a background check. The $237.29 fee is broken down as follows: $42.41 for a credit check; $109.96 for a criminal investigation; and $84.92 for a home visit.

Just recently, the board approved a resolution to renew a contract for Landlord Guard, Inc. to continue to conduct these background checks. So, the fee that is collected is paid to Landlord Guard, Inc. Now, unfortunately, some people do not know how to live in a proper manner in a good community.

So, it’s not unusual to see garbage and diapers on the ground in some neighborhoods. And, some people will simply clean up their home just before they get a home visit. And, everything will seem to be fine.

However, those same people will show signs that they cannot control their horrible habits when they move here. And, that’s when the community complaints and the legal actions begin. So, I want to encourage everyone to please help us to maintain our community in a nice and in an orderly manner.

Close I hope that we can work together to help our cooperators to transfer into apartments that are suitable for them.

Thank you.

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

Also, please call me 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.

Shareholders, not tenants! Become involved in your building association!

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Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019 March General Meeting: The next general meet- not as active as you wanted to be last year, this is a ing is on Saturday, March 30, at the Einstein Com- new year. All things are born new! Call 347-773munity Center, room 38, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 3499 if you have any question.

About Us: The Ghanaian Association of Co-op Lawyer Okyere Darko will speak on Immigration.

His Excellency Dr. Samuel Amoako, Ghana City (GACC) is a not-for-profit organization with the Consul General to US is scheduled to visit us at the purpose of promoting the general welfare of the April General Meeting. He will speak on develop- Ghanaian community in Co-op City. The objectives ments in Ghana, issues affecting the Ghanaian Dias- of the association include providing educational propora in the USA, and answer your questions. Please grams to members, building a capacity for greater invite all your Ghanaian friends in the Bronx and involvement in the activities of the community, and beyond to join us. The meeting will be on April 20, at providing a platform to address issues of common concern to members and the Co-op City community. the Bartow Community Center.

Key Priorities: 2019 Program & Activities: Thank you for Build a stronger unified Ghanaian community in another wonderful discussion at the February General Meeting. Special thanks to Mr. Sintim for taking time Co-op City Strengthen engagement in the Co-op city commuto educate us on the New Federal Tax Law and its implications. The lineup of 2019 programs and activ- nity activities Provide opportunities for members (for their famities is listed below. Thank you for the ideas shared at the meeting. Please continue to share your great ideas ilies & especially the children) either through phone calls or on WhatsApp. Provide social, economic and emotional support February 23: Federal Income Taxes Changes; to members and their families Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues.

March 30: Immigration; April 20th: Ghana Consulate General to the USA; May 25: Investment You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire Ideas – USA & Ghana; June 7: Riverbay Section 1 year dues now and get a discount.

T-Shirts: If you don’t have the association t-shirt Fair; June 29: Social Security; July 20: Rep. from Fire Department – Fire Safety; July 27: Health Fair – yet, please get yours for only $15! You may get addiA Community Event; August 10: Summer Picnic; tional t-shirts for family and friends.

August 24: Insurance; September 28: Marriage SemPlease Join Us: We need your support. Please inar; October 19: 2019 Nominations for Elections; join us. We invite you to come to our next general November 23: Election of Officers; and December meeting. Call 347-773-3499. Unity is strength! Join us today!

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

February 2019 is history now, and boy did we celebrate Black History Month! Truly, there were many opportunities to celebrate Black History in Coop City. Our elected officials, combined with community organizations produced interesting, beautiful, educational events.

I got to attend the NCNW event on Saturday. Thank you to Lori Melton, president, and the fantastic crew from NCNW for an afternoon of African-American music, praise dance, guest speakers, art and a wonderful lunch. Expose your grands to the contributions from people from all over the world and many different peoples and cultures. Gratefully, we acknowledge those events presented in 2019. Neighbors, continue studying with further exposure to African culture, past, present and future.

We appreciate Reverend Emanuel always, but especially for this important Port Authority Recruitment information, PANYNJ Police Recruit Network. The PAPD is one of the better kept secrets of law enforcement in the NY-NJ area. Vets and college students interested in a law enforcement career are perfect candidates. For more information, please access: http://www.papdrecruit.com/pages/salary-benefits.

Our Mr. “T” Barzelatto, Riverbay Safety director, will be the guest of honor at the next Broun Place association meeting, March 20. Please put this date on your calendar and join us at 7 p.m. for “Safety Information,” Broun Place important points, and light refreshments. Please bring your questions for Mr. Barzelatto, too. Come to our association meeting, Wednesday, March 20, 7 p.m.

It was confirmed, no walk through identifying broken storm doors is planned.

If you need door repair, call CSO, go there, email, take photos, do not give up.

Although the high-rise residents are getting lobby and elevator repairs, no project is planned for us. Like the street signage, we are launching action. Please note, storm doors require inside springs.

Thursday, February 7, 8:50 p.m., a large white dog was unleashed, let loose and allowed to run in the tot-lot between Adler townhouses and Building 21.

Photos were taken and submitted. An investigation is underway. If you see a large white dog in Section 4, please inform Public Safety.

State Senator Michael Benedetto helped us get our new street sign. Now we are seeking help to learn how to have the pitch of the sewer moved, changed so that “Lake Broun Place” will drain properly.

Neighbors, are you still disposing of house garbage in the older, open top concrete bins in the center of Broun Place pedestrian walkway? Garbage disposal takes a few extra steps to the compactor bins. If you are caught and identified, you will be served with a Community Complaint. Hey, I will take your kitchen garbage over!

Again, our next association meeting is 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 20. Broun Place Executive Committee wishes those recovering from illness and hardships, a speedy, complete recovery and many good days ahead. Birthday greetings to former cooperator, Dr. Mai Kindaichi.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Co-op City Democratic Club

The next meeting of the CCDC will be held on March 12, in the Bartow Avenue Community Center, room #28, at 6:00 p.m.

Our guest speaker will be Mr. Rod Saunders, president of the Riverbay Fund, Riverbay Board of Directors. He will be bringing us a Women’s History tribute.

We thank all who participated in the vote for Public Advocate. There were so many candidates to select from that we found two (2) to be outstanding.

There will be another vote for Public Advocate in the General Election in November.

Our club will be carrying Democratic Petitions for several positions and people that you may know.

Among them will be a daughter of the Bronx, our own Darcel Clark, District Attorney. Ms. Clark is no stranger to Co-op City, she has been here several times with various organizations and she always receives a great reception. Also read who the Judicial Delegates are – you might recognize some names, they are your neighbors. Therefore, when one of our members asks you to sign their petitions, please do so if you are a Democrat.

The CCDC will have our first fundraiser on Saturday, April 13. We will be traveling to Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City via coach bus. The donation will be $40, and we will leave from our Public Library promptly at 8:45 a.m. For further information, please call: Daisy Benjamin, 917-833-3195; Richard Ashby, 718-671-4152, or June Grimes, 347-457-8249.

Have a great week.

—Shirley J. Saunders

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Building 26 Association

Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019

Windy and breezy greetings to our Co-op City families, friends, merchants, and especially our new residents. Get some exercise by taking a leisurely walk inside of our beautiful mall.

Congratulations to all celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, new births, and other celebrated events during the month of March. And congratulations to Ms. Evelyn Turner who was sworn in and seated as our new Board director. We wish you much success!

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

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

Safety first – Remember to ensure that your apartment door is locked. Be aware of your surroundings when entering your building’s lobby and/or elevator.

Don’t hold lobby doors for strangers. Immediately notify our Public Safety officers by dialing (718) 320-3300, press 1, if you see suspicious behavior.

Our lobby attendants are the “eyes and ears” of Co-op City’s Public Safety to help keep our community safe. Lobby attendants provide an omni-presence as they provide coverage during the hours of 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and from 4 p.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Please notify your respective lobby attendant if you observe broken glass, hazardous conditions within your respective building, and/or observe any illegal activities. The lobby attendant will immediately notify Public Safety and the notification will be recorded in the lobby attendant’s log book. Residents, please utilize your key to enter the building; lobby attendants are not authorized to open the door with exception to disabled and/or elderly persons carrying packages.

Let’s do our part of keeping our community beautiful and clean by depositing litter into the nearest garbage receptacle. Please recycle and recyclables should be rinsed out before discarding them into the compactor room. Please be considerate of our custodial staff by taking your large boxes, oversized packages, big bags of garbage, and other large items to the basement. Such items are not to be placed into the compactor room.

And let’s help to keep crime down by saying something when you see something by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for non-emergencies.

—YuVonne Lewis

Building 31 A/B Association

We appreciated our guest speaker, Mark Warren’s attendance at our February 19 meeting. He is the architect from the Construction Department at the Riverbay Corporation. With his explanation of why the scaffolding surrounding our building for approximately three years, we should have a better understanding of the Local Law 11, which had to be followed because of building defects. Now having said that, have you seen scaffolding being taken down? They were rented because of the defects; an immediate need was necessary. There was a contract made afterwards for work to start and scaffold owned by that contractor replaced the rented scaffold and included in their contract. Work starts in March 2019 approximately 4-6 months for these repairs. Thanks, Mark!

Have you noticed lights out under the scaffold? Please contact CSO, 718-320-3300.

Floor Captains: A great need for our building. March meeting will give you all the information you need to know to be the eyes and ears on your floor, a necessary need in 2019 going forward, to keep us safer and cleaner.

Sunshine Committee: Joyce Hedgepeth was carrying on duties temporarily. Auvril Anderson has volunteered to take on this task effective immediately, a committee of one assignment. She can be contacted at 718-379-0531.

Bus Trip: We are planning a fantastic trip for May 29, taking a train, dining on board then a boat ride around Connecticut. For more information to follow, just keep date in mind. All proceeds are for the scholarship fund.

Building Association Dues Collection: Collection March 15 & 16. Watch for notice under your door, between elevator and bulletin board. 50/50 winner, Charles, B-side. Two door prizes, Carmen and Doris, both from B-side.

Thanks: To our own cake lady, Carmen Ponce, for once again treating us to a delightful cake.

Happy Birthday, Robert: We celebrated our president’s 86th birthday on Friday at Game Night, surrounded by friends and family (Robert and his wife to his left with red sweater). Neighbor, little Ms. London (sitting on his lap) stopped in with her parents to say “Hi.” Birthday celebration… Happy 86th birthday to —Marilyn McDaniel our president, Robert.

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Caring For Our Own

lence situation and one breadwinner must vacate?

What about having to care for a sick child or adult?

Director’s Viewpoint Additionally, living from paycheck to paycheck and the rainy day comes? The list goes on. Given the services we have in New York City, we can do better in caring for our own. Along with Directors Johnson First and foremost, it’s good to be able to resume and Peterson, we are brainstorming about the best my role as a director of the largest “affordable, mid- way to share services that will keep individuals and dle-income” housing development in the country. It’s families in their homes if they are at risk of being good to join those who have lost elections before but evicted and want to stay in Co-op City.

Co-op City is a diverse “income” community concame back.

During the brief and much needed respite, advo- sisting of the “haves” and those living on the edge cacy for the good has continued. College Fair volun- struggling to make ends meet.

Free Credit Repair/Financial Counseling teers are already planning for the 8th Annual College, Career & Resource Fair. The College of New Rochelle, I am in touch with an agency that may be able to Co-op City Campus, has agreed to again host the provide free services to individuals with disabilities event on Saturday, October 5. Since the last event, a (mental and physical) and others who have young Co-op City youth has become a part of the “2Train adults who need to get their credit repaired so they FIRST Robotics Team!” Additionally, The Renais- can move out on their own.

A Book Case For Children sance Program is now a part of the program.

In Each Laundry Room My support as co-facilitator of NAMI (National A cooperator has asked that Management consider Alliance on Mental Illness) continues with former Board member Marie Smith, facilitator. Becoming building a shelf under the bench for children’s books. more aware of the family needs of cooperators need- She is convinced that cooperators would donate ing support has been an inspiration in putting addi- books. This would prevent our “little people” from tional mental health services in place. using the shopping carts to play with. It makes sense New Initiatives: Preventing Homeless In Co-op since new carts are coming.

Bragging About Money In The Bank City & Free Credit Repair/Financial Planning It’s refreshing that Board members have ceased Thanks to Director Johnson for bringing to our attention in his viewpoint that Co-op City is con- sharing how much money the corporation has in the tributing to the homelessness crisis in New York City bank. In my opinion, when one brags about money, via evictions. Let me be clear, some evictions, such somebody will eventually ask to borrow. as serious criminal activity and illegal subletting are Durr Mechanical Construction Inc. had to withjustified. However, a concern is about a cooperator draw their bid for installation of the Power Plant who gets fired or laid off. What about a domestic vio- High Pressure Boiler. Employees from the same

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Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774.

Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

You are invited to join us for a midweek spiritual pick-up at our worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon.

Prayer Service is also held on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us from the comfort of their home for an hour of prayer. Using available technology, prayer service is held using a conference call line. On Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m., you can call 563-999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter 660065 and you will be connected. Prayer Service is not held on the first Friday of the month.

Sunday, March 10, at 3:30 p.m., we will celebrate the Trustees and Deacons Day. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Carl Bruce, pastor of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. We invite all to attend.

On Saturday, March 16, at 9 a.m., the Leadership Training Seminar will be conducted by the Urban Ministries, Inc. and the facilitator will be Bro. Michael J. Criam, customer representative. The ministry would like for you to join them. There is no cost. The subjects will be Teacher Training Module 1 – Achieving the Ultimate Aim: Four Critical Points of Knowledge and Teacher Training and Module 2 – Preparing for the Teaching and Learning Experience. A Light breakfast will be served, as well as lunch at noon. Doors open at 8 a.m.

On Saturday, March 23, at 10 a.m., the First Lady’s Ministry will present “HerStory.” The guest speaker will be the Honorable Elizabeth A. Taylor, Civil Court Judge, Bronx, New York. The theme is Visionary Women: Champions of Peace & Nonviolence. Following the presentation, lunch will be served followed by a fashion show of hand-made items by the Circle of Grace Knit and Crochet group. Adults tickets, $15.00 and children, ages 6-17, $5.00. For additional information, call 718-862-9243, 646-842-2458 or call the church at 718320-3774.

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

company started a new company, Advancia-MAC JV, LLC and were awarded the contract for $6,280,267 plus 15% contingency ($942,040), an increase from Durr’s original bid.

Please be on the look out for Section 5’s first Baking/Catering Services. Reportedly, Britney Moss specializes in “cupcakes” and will offer much more.

We wish her much success.

Downsizing First Reading In my opinion, this Resolution will be a win-win for lawyers only. Why? It is only for cooperators age 65 and above who moved into Co-op prior to 1985. If you are 65 and moved in 1986 until now you would be out of luck.

Vacancies Costing Us Money According to Director Jones’ last report, we have 289 vacancies. This translates to 1 million plus dollars a year? Additionally, Management wants to hire professionals to conduct a “brief” orientation for new cooperators. In my opinion, this is not a good idea given the complaints about newer cooperators who have been moving in. One only needs to talk to the “old timers” about how the quality of life appears to be decreasing. Should we expect better?

Here’s To Your Health Continue to celebrate “Heart Healthy Month.”

Your heart is either healthy or unhealthy. Go to www.choosemyplate.gov or www.nutrition.gov.

Roughly 110,000 people are living with HIV in NYC – 44.1% are Black, 33.9% Hispanic, 17.9% White.

“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your SOUL on fire.”

What’s getting on your last nerve about Co-op City? Please contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner, evelyntinez@aol.com or 917-324-1033.

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Co-op City Times / March 2, 2019 Greetings, Building 9 family.

In the five years I have resided in the Co-op City community, it has been my great pleasure to know my neighbors and to serve my community. I thank you all for embracing me and allowing me to represent you in action for positive change.

Being honored by New York State Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto as a Community Service Award recipient at the Black History Month ceremony is my great privilege. I thank Assemblyman Benedetto, my family and friends, fellow building association presidents, NCNW sisters, Rivers Run Community Garden friends, and my fellow Honoree and NCNW sister, Joyce Howard.

Thank you Honorable Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York’s 8th Congressional District in Brooklyn and Queens; New York State Senator Jamaal Bailey, New York State Assemblyman Danny O’Donnell, New York City Council Member Andy King, and Assembly staffers Elaine Fiorio and Leon Tulton, who worked tirelessly to make this event a success.

I thank my guests, Michael Collins, Bernadine Sherman, Mimi Hilliard, Donna Benton, Leslie Peterson, Iman Drammeh, Deborah Henry, Tracy O’Bryan, Wanda Randall, Wanda Rodriguez, Shirley Wells, Jerome Wells, Shirley Johnson and Daisy McCoy. I had the great honor and privilege of being asked by the Lewis-Lemon family to participate in the funeral service program on February 22 for our dear friend and neighbor, Catherine Lemon. Thank you for joining us in support of Catherine’s family.

Saturday, February 23rd, was our Senior Fashion Show on Runway ‘Nine’ event. Our special gratitude to our friend and Event Moderator Iman Drammeh and Co-op City shareholder Linda Collins (third from right), recipient of Assemblyman Paparazzi members Ken, Robert Benedetto's 2019 Martin Luther King, Jr. and Tony. Our appreciation to Community Service Award presented during Senior Models: ‘Foxy Diva’ the assemblyman's Black History celebra- Daisy McCoy, ‘Fabulous’ Wanda tion which was headlined by Guest Speaker Rodriguez, Janice ‘Good Girl Hakeen Jeffries, US Congressman, seen congratulating Ms. Collins above (fourth from Carrie’ Rosario, ‘Mother’ Mary Walker, Mimi ‘Lady Mae’ Hilliard, right).

‘Glamorous’ Gloria Terrell, ‘Marvelous’ Wanda DaCruz-Randall, ‘1st Lady’ Leslie Peterson, ‘Lovely’ Leah Richardson and the Exceptionally Authentic ‘Flapper Girl’ Linda Collins.

Thank you, families and neighbors, for supporting our International Red Carpet Senior Fashion Show event: Iman Drammeh, Wanda Rodriguez, Daisy McCoy, Janice Rosario, Mimi Hilliard, Mother Mary Walker, Gloria Terrell, Wanda DaCruz-Randall, Leah Richardson, Leslie Peterson, Linda Collins, Shirley Wells, Shirley Johnson, Janet & Richard Yarrell, Rosemary & Ken, Angela Battle, Eloise Coleman, Esther Cohen, Joan Drummond, Barbara Cloud, Mitzi “Hoochie Mama” Cleare, Peggy Rembert, Ana Nieves, Alma Greaves, Maurice Randall, Tony Rosa, Robert Rosario, Evelyn Mavins, Daisy (9B), Ken Lemon, our special guests: Valerie Walker-Haley, Darlene Walker-Reid, Anthony Haley, Avery Haley, and Calvin Reid.

“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”

–Edmund Burke —Linda Collins

Building 9 Association

The Coalition To Save Affordable Housing

Come to the Mardi Gras!

The Coalition is having its annual Mardi Gras dance tonight, Saturday, March 2, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at the door or by contacting any of the people listed here. The proceeds go to funding the Coalition’s campaign for directors of the Riverbay Board. We are proud of the many accomplishments our new Board has had and we want to continue keeping Co-op City affordable and a great place to live and raise a family.

DJ Dr. Rock will be the music maker at this BYOBB party. There will be setups and snacks at the bar and this year we’ll have some delicious finger food, too.

Add to that some door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and a best mask contest and prize to round out the fun. We’ll also have some masks and beads very reasonably priced to get you in the Mardi Gras spirit.

So come to the dance and support the Coalition and have a great time. To order tickets, please call Yolanda, 347-837-3806; or Stuart, 718-671-0142; or Bruce, 718-869-6375; or Andrea, 917-821-2419; or purchase tickets at the door.

Whatever you do, don’t miss the fun.

—Bruce Silberman

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

General Membership Meeting – The General Membership meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), in the Building 10 Association room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). Our guest speaker will be Ms. Nichola Ferguson from Allstate Insurance Co. We look forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

Sands Casino and Shopping Outlet – On Saturday, March 23, we will be going to the Sands Casino and Shopping Outlet in Pennsylvania. Tickets are $45 with a $25 bonus. Tickets are going fast. Reserve your seat now. For more information, call 718-320-2366, 718-320-4059 or 646-220-0802.

Recycling – I recently attended a meeting sponsored by NYC Councilman Andy King and the Riverbay Corporation regarding recycling. At this meeting cooperators were reminded to properly clean all plastic containers before recycling them because leftover residue will attract vermin. Also, all bulk garbage must be brought down to the basement and left in the designated area (please follow the signs). More information regarding recycling can be found at: www1. nyc.gov/assets/dsny/site/services/recycling/what-to-recycle Flyers – As a reminder, please do not place flyers on the glass on the front door. The flyers block the view of the vestibule and lobby area.

Deepest condolences to the families of Mrs. Anne Smith (10A) and Ms. Carol Joan Smith (10B). They will be missed.

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

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

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

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Building 25 Association

We would like to thank Firefighter Lt. John Errico for hosting our last month’s meeting. After greeting cooperators, he dove right into the importance of knowing what to do in the event of a fire. He identified different types of fires, and stated that in 2014, a law was introduced called the ‘Long-Lasting-Smoke-Alarm Law’ which states that smoke alarms must have non-replaceable, non-removable batteries that last for at least 10 years. He also discussed the following: • Fire safety for seniors • Fire safety in your apartment • Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms • Winter & holiday fire safety • Fire safety stickers posted on the bottom side of each apartment entrance door • Types of building materials used in New York City, such as: non-combustible construction and combustible construction • UL labels on your appliances, stands for ‘Underwriters Laboratories,’ an organization dedicated to public safety • Space heaters and fire extinguishers, when using a fire extinguisher remember this acronym P.A.S.S, (P-Pull Pin, A-Aim at the source of the fire, S-Squeeze the trigger, S-Sweep side to side).

Firefighter Lt. John Errico answered questions and addressed concerns from cooperators.

We wish all neighbors born in March a Happy Birthday, and for those who have been under the weather, we hope you get better soon.

Our next meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

In honor of our firefighter guest, I will close with the following: “Courage is looking fear right in the eye and saying “get the hell out of my way, I’ve got things to do.” (Fireman Up-courage-honor-sacrifice) —Wanda Bailey

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Building 13 Association

If you receive Basic STAR or Enhanced STAR, it should be reflected in your March carrying charge statement. If it is not there, please contact the management office to obtain information. For new applicants, call STAR registration at 518-457-2036.

March is the month we begin to collect building association dues. Please stop by and join. We are also preparing for the Earth Day Carnival Parade scheduled for April 20 (rain date, April 27th) at 10 a.m. on the main Greenway. If your association or organization is interested in participating, please contact Rivers Run Community Garden at 718-671-3801.

Tickets are going fast. Join our fundraising event as we travel to QVC on Saturday, May 4. We will leave at 7:30 a.m. from Building 13 (100 Casals Place).

The trip will include a Studio Tour (you must have ID to enter the site), time at the QVC Retail Store and a buffet meal at the Golden Corral. The cost is $89 in full (February 22) or $49.00 – 1st payment due February 22; $40.00 – balance due March 22). Payment (Checks payable to Building 13 Assoc., Inc.) Information included below.

Health Care Job Fair – On Monday, March 4, the New York Public Library is having a Health Care and Maintenance Career Expo at the Bronx Library Center, located at 310 East Kingsbridge Road. Pre–registration is required. For information, call 718-579-4260. Remember to take multiple copies of your resume and dress professionally. Additional information will be located in the bulletin board.

Construction Trades Job Fair – On Wednesday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Bronx Borough President, the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation, the New York State Department of Labor and Building Skills NY are partnering to bring increased opportunities for Bronx residents.

For additional information, call (718) 613-3980. Interested candidates must register by calling or emailing labor.sm.apply.nycjobs@labor.ny.gov.

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

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

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

—Leslie Peterson

Building 30A and B Association

Our itinerary for the month of March is as follows: Pokeno: Friday, March 8.

Association Meeting: Wednesday, March 20.

Door opens at 7 p.m. with events starting at 7:30 in the association room, Building 30B lobby.

Crochet every Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the association room, Building 30B lobby.

For those celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or new additions, congratulations. For those who suffered a recent loss, our condolences. Those under the weather, get well soon.

—Linda Werner

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National Council Of Negro Women

Black History Month Celebration – As we celebrate Black History 365 days a year, we looked forward to coming together to celebrate our section’s 18th Annual Black History Celebration, co-sponsored with the Riverbay Fund, on Saturday, February 23, at the Bartow Center in room 31. We would like to thank the Riverbay Fund, all the wonderful participants and the volunteers. We celebrated with song, dance, spoken word, rap, and an African Cultural Fashion Show, African drumming and dancing, an art exhibit and keynote speakers representing past, present and future leaders. What’s a celebration without food?

Everyone was nourished with a wonderful meal. There was something for everyone. We will continue to celebrate Black History each and every day.

Vacation Travel – NCNW is planning a Cruise to Bermuda, August 4 to August 11. Since this time slot coincides with the school vacation period, we’re hoping that families may be able to enjoy this vacation together. Norwegian Cruise Line provides “no fly cruising” from NYC. Rates per person (double occupancy) are Balcony, $2082; Ocean View, $1902; Inside, $1557. This includes port charges & government taxes, all meals and daily entertainment while aboard ship. Passports must be valid for 6 months beyond August. Further information about accommodations for Single cabins and for children under 4 years can be obtained by calling 718-655-9034 or 718-320-2366 or 718-5388606. A deposit of $250 per person will reserve your stateroom. Travel insurance of $170 is highly recommended. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore Bermuda by land and by sea – a perfect family fun vacation! Partial payments accepted, but no refunds.

Book Club – Our next Co-op City Section Book Club selection is “An American Marriage” by Tayari Jones. The meeting will take place in room 11, Dreiser Center, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 9. Join us for a lively discussion. If you need more information, contact us at ncnwcoopcitysocial@gmail.com.

Economic Empowerment and Professional Development – Reserve Saturday, March 30, for our workshop on: Land the Job, Excel at the Job, Develop your Career! This will be held in Bartow room 31 from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open to all but main focus will be for young adults ages 18-24 and those 50+ years making a mid-life career change.

Women Represent! Ladies Are Lit! – Join us for our women’s program on Saturday, April 6, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room 4. This year, we celebrate women in literature, as writers, performers and amazing women in leadership. We will also reflect on last year’s theme, I Love Me, a reminder to women regarding self-care. We will open with “A Poetic Moment,” from 1-2 p.m. Everyone is invited to share original poetry or poetry by a favorite author for the first hour. Men, women, teens and children are all welcome and encouraged to attend. There is something for everyone! For more information or if you would like to participate, contact worrellswords@aol.com. —Joyce Howard

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. Mr. Groundhog decided we should have an early spring.

Well, Mother Nature decided she wasn’t done with winter yet.

African American History was celebrated the entire month of February. A timely message from my pastor, we ought to celebrate every day. When was the last time we did anything in our community, have we reached out to anyone?

Remember African Americans who struggled with adversity, the men and women who have made significant contributions to America and the World.

But what about now?

Martin L. King Jr. – Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Here in the midst of our own community are talented, ambitious and inspired leaders.

On Feb. 20, Assemblyman Benedetto honored Co-op City leaders, Ms. Linda Collins, president of Bldg. 9 Association, and Joyce Howard, president of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), Co-op City Branch. We congratulate them both. Some complain, observe, agree, disagree or do nothing. Then there are those who embrace the courage and strength and are compelled and resolved to speak truths to take a stand for justice against the forces of power that deprive people of what are basic rights for community life and society. We dare to look back or go backwards, but keep marching forward. Most importantly, to be thankful and good stewards over what we have been blessed with.

Dog Committee – Do we still have one? Saturday past, a young man was walking two large dogs, one look to be a German Shepherd, they both were on a lease. However, an elderly lady decided the sidewalk was not wide enough for her, the dogs and the young man. She took to the street with her cane.

We were introduced to a new attorney at a Board meeting some time ago. I believe a Board member asked the new attorney if he could see what can be done in court to add a resolution or amendment to limit the size of dogs Co-op City would prefer. We never heard anything regarding this request.

Happy birthday to all celebrating this month. The best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share news of an illness, or the passing of a neighbor.

Pray for peace among world leaders, now more than ever. Leaders and leadership choices and decisions affect our very daily lives. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer kindness to your neighbor, life is too short. There is nothing better than the encouragement of a good friend. –K.B. Hathaway —H. Overman

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Co-op City Sports

Velocity Track Club New York

On February 22-24, Velocity Track Club competed in the youth races in the 2019 Toyota USATF Indoor Championships at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex in Staten Island, NY. We were excited to see the elite track & field athletes competing for a National Championship, while witnessing Athing Mu break the American 600-meter record.

In order to participate in the youth races, you must finish in the top two in one of the USATF New York previous designated meets.

Velocity’s Cameron Joseph qualified for the eight & under 55-meter dash. Hannah Deflorimonte, Shyenne Blake, Ryan Joseph and Brianna Burrell qualified for the Girls 9 & 10 age division 4x200 meter relay. Julian Caldwell, Micah Claxton, Jared Dawson and Dontae Lindo qualified for the Boys 13 & 14 age division sprint medley relay. Plaques were given to the three individuVelocity Track Club athletes proudly display their als or teams in their event. awards.

Our Girls 9 & 10 age division of Hannah, Shyenne, Ryan and Brianna each earned plaques by claiming first place in the 4x200 meter relay while posting a personal record. Cameron earned a plaque in the 8 & under 55-meter dash for a second place finish. Julian, Micah, Jared & Dontae also competed for Velocity in their respective events. We are truly proud of all our athletes for earning an opportunity to showcase their talents alongside the best in the USA. Velocity is back in action on Sunday, March 3, as we compete in the 2019 Youth USATF New York Championship at the Ocean Breeze Recreational Facility. Come out and see your future Olympians.

—Coach Winston Dinkins At last week’s Board meeting held on Wednesday, February 20, the Riverbay Board approved by consensus vote the appointment of Director Cheryl Jenkins as the new chair of the Board’s Cooperator Appeals Committee.

New Committee Chair Appointment

Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 5, at noon in the Dreiser Community Center, room 15.

We are requesting that all members please attend. Please watch this column for further information. It is important that two (2) representatives should be sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings. Please inform the Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the president of the Coalition. Phone number, (718) 671-4506.

The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights.

We also sponsor the Friends & Family Day Celebration, and the Annual Kwanzaa Celebration events, both events are free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch, and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church.

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-9610 for membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s Motto is “Coming Together is the Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, & Working Together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

Co-op City Little League

Preparation For 2019 Season – Registration Closing Soon Co-op City Little League is preparing for the 2019 season, filling rosters with the many kids who have already registered. Registration is still open, but space for the Minors, 9-10 yr. olds, Majors, 11-12 yr. olds and Juniors, 13-14 yr. olds is very limited. Tball, 4-6 yr. olds, and Farms, 8-9 yr. olds, still have plenty of spaces available.

If you would like to register your child for little league play for the 2019 season, please come to the Co-op City Little League office, 177 Dreiser Loop, room 17, on the following Saturdays: 3/2, 3/9 and 3/16 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. If you are unavailable to make these times, please call 914-262-9697 to make an appointment to register.

CCLL would like to introduce one of our new sponsors: For The People Consulting.

—Joe Roman

Building 17 Association Quality of life is our goal Dear cooperators, neighbors, and friends.

Thanking all 22 of the concerned people who attended our last meeting on February 19. You enabled us to elect officers: president, James Payne; first vice president, Gerald Jeffries; second vice president, Barbara Johnson; treasurer, Elizabeth Roach; and sergeant-at-arms, Raymond Evans.

June Grimes attended the last Buildings and Grounds meeting and gave a stellar report. Hope everyone takes advantage of the upcoming fire prevention and active shooter classes. Dates and times of classes will be posted in lobby bulletin board.

To all home-bound and sick, our prayers are with you for a speedy and healthy recovery. For those we lost to illness, our prayers and sympathy go out to their families.

Dates and times that we will sit in the lobby to sell raffle tickets will also be posted in lobby. All issues that were discussed at the meeting will be looked into and feedback will come at our next meeting.

Hoping everyone exercised their right to vote on February 26 for Public Advocate. Please continue to look out for one another. Always remember, if everyone does a little, no one has to do a lot.

—James Payne

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Building 21 Association

Community Involvement Is The Only Way… All of us want a better Co-op City. The way to achieve that is to be informed and to take advantage of the infrastructure that was put in place to protect and guide us. We must cooperate with each other in order to make and keep our community one of the best places to live in New York. How do we do that? Our intention is to answer that question in “The Tank.”

THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:00 p.m. Think Tank at Building 21 needs your input. Come out and lend your intention to The Tank. Put us on your calendar. This is where we develop your ideas to empower each and every shareholder in Co-op City. Think Tank at Building 21 is where we strive to make miracles and dreams come true, in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B Section (120 Bellamy Loop). ALL are welcome. Do you believe in miracles? Be a part of something to change lives for the better. Ask yourself, what are you doing for your community to help make it better? Are you Floor Captain for your floor?

Floor Captains will make Co-op City Work Better…

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers (for your floor only) List all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (delivered on Saturdays) 3. Elevator Notices Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote: Meetings, clubs and gatherings 5. Encourage your neighbors to: VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! IN THE RIVERBAY ELECTION Make calls to the Riverbay offices Security: 718-671-3050 CSO Offices: 718-320-3300 Our next 21 Association gathering will be Thursday, March 28…Mark your calendars and everyone from all buildings, plan to attend. If you have any questions regarding The 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call your association at 347.504.1821.

Attend the monthly meetings which are held every fourth Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. All monies collected (i.e., annual dues, etc.) are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the association’s bank account.

We are passionate about this community. Aren’t you? Come and join us at Building 21 sometime soon. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good. See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Black Forum

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

Please be patient with us as we navigate through this process.

Defensive Driving Next class is Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, room: TBA. $35 per person. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to four points from your driver’s license. Checks & money orders can be made payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’ and mailed to P.O Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1-1/2 weeks before class. Include name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – NO checks. Call by noon the Friday before to register for seating. Please bring your current driver’s license and a pen.

Call (718) 320-8035. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

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

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

Black-Eyed Sally’s (Waiting list only at this time) April 27 – Award-winning BBQ & Cajun cooking in Hartford, Conn. Trip continues to New MGM Casino in Springfield, MA. Cost: $95. Includes transportation. Casino rebate: TBA. All monies due by 3/1, or name removed from list, no exceptions. Menu is Southern fried chicken, cornmeal crusted catfish, slo’ smoked pork ribs, corn bread w/honey butter, garlicky green beans, country collard greens, cheddar cheese grits, baked mac & cheese & dessert sampler.

Tropicana Casino June 22 – Enjoy Atlantic City, NJ? Then join us! Cost: $45. Includes transportation. Casino rebate: TBA. Monies due by 05/24.

Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip Join us Saturday, August 17, for an amazing dining experience at the award winning Nordic Lodge/Lobster Fest, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2-hours of an allyou-can-eat seafood-plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, specialty desserts and more! The fun continues at Mohegan Sun Casino. $170 includes dining, shopping & round-trip coach transportation. 3 payments due on or before: 1/25 ($60), 2/22 ($55), & 3/22 ($55). Please make checks, payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’, and mail to 920 Baychester Avenue, #19B, Bronx, NY 10475. Include name & phone number of attendee.

Contact: We look forward to hearing from you, coopcityblackforum@ gmail.com.

—D. Illis

Faith @ Work Christian Church

We are located at 120 Dekruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone, (347) 202-7006, email: fatwcc@aol.com, www.faithatworkchurch.org.

Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10:00 a.m. 2nd Sundays Children’s Church 3rd Sundays (K-3) Older Children’s Church 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

Church Motto: “We are Christ Centered, family-focused with power and authority.”

Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Come worship with us—where we honor tradition but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible.

I would like to again thank the disciples of Jesus Christ at Faith @ Work for serving God’s people well last Sunday!

Regular Pantry will resume March 17 from noon til 1 p.m.

Lent Season begins March 6 with Ash Wednesday and culminates on Resurrection Sunday, April 21. We will be having a Community Baptism on April 13 at 10 a.m. at the Church of God’s Children, 135 Dreiser Loop (lower level) where Archbishop and Bishop Rosario are pastors.

Good Friday Service: At Faith @ Work Christian Church, 120 DeKruif Place, 10 a.m. and the seven preachers are Pastor Frank Jenkins, Pastor Lamont Granby, Pastor Kimberly Mabry Wright, Archbishop Angelo Rosario, Pastor James Furman and Pastor Keith J. Williams.

Resurrection Sunday Worship and Breakfast: Community Breakfast/ Pantry and Worship Service, April 21, from 8 a.m. We invite everyone to join us.

Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins We welcome your letters to the editor, however, if you would like your letter to be considered for publication, it must be signed, and include your address and telephone number – which will be kept confidential – so the authenticity of the writer can be verified. The Co-op City Times does not print anonymous or unsigned letters.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

***** Coming Soon: GALAPAGOS ISLAND CRUISE *****2021

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Retirees Of Dreiser Loop

Our next General Membership meeting will be on Wednesday, March 6, at 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser, room 13, (location change).

Travel Events: (price includes coach bus; located on Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Mar. 21 (Thurs.), SANDS CASINO RESORT, PA. Price: $40. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500 • Apr. 9 (Tues.), HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE THEATRE. Price: $85. Deposit: $45. Balance: $40 due by Monday, March 18. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• July 15-17 (Mon.-Wed.), Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, De. Price: $380, Double per person/$470, Single. Deposit: $100 ASAP. Two payments each due April 1 and May 6: Double, $140 and Single, $185 per. Final payment due June 3. Hotel accommodations at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, all-you-can-eat crabs at Woody’s Crab House, non-stop action at the Dover Downs slots, and shopping at Rehoboth stores. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Sept. 16-19 (Mon.-Thurs.), NIAGARA FALLS, Canada. Price: Double: $589/Single: $709. Deposit $150 ASAP. Final payment due June 5. Passport required. Meet & Greet upon arrival, guided tours, 3 breakfasts/3 dinners, and Niagara Fall cruise. Contact: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722.

Theatre Committee: (price includes van transport, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • March 20 (Wed.), “MENOPAUSE the MUSICAL,” Westchester Broadway Theatre. Showtime: 11 a.m. Sold out! Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

• March 30 (Sat.), “RUBEN SINGS LUTHER,” featuring American Idol winner Ruben Studdard, Lehman Center. Showtime: 8 p.m. Price: $55. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

• May 8 (Wed.), “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations,” Imperial Theatre. Showtime: 2 p.m. Price: $134. Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718379-0314.

Remember – Your deposit/final payment in the form of a check payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, along with your name and telephone number.

NO cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, from approximately 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Good And Welfare Our heartfelt sympathy to Virginia Stewart who recently lost her sister. To members and friends still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Join us on our next JAZZ UP YOUR HEALTH WITH A SENIOR SPA DAY, which will be on Wednesday, May 15. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449, if interested in joining us.

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

“Solutions to all of life’s problems begins with the desire and will to be happy.

Positivity is key. —Author unknown —Claudette Davis

Stay Alert To Your Surroundings! If You See Something,Say Something! CCPD Emergency: 718-651-3050 or 9-1-1. Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330

African American Association

Game Night We will be having a mini fish fry at our Game Night. Fish sandwiches, $5, and free wine tasting. No Friday, March 8, 177 Dreiser Loop in room #15. There will be great music. Rhythm and Blues will be the theme for our Game Night. Bid Whist/Spades/Poker and more. Come join us.

If you would like to be part of our Fundraising Committee or any one of our other committees, contact us.

We are looking for young people 10-18 years of age to take part in our new junior executive board. Yes, we will be launching empowerment of our youth with their own election into our organization. Are you ready?

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

Culture, economics, health and education will continue to be our focus in 2019. Portions of our meetings may be recorded in order to archive some events.

Our new number for the African-American Association is 929-430-3255.

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

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

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Also first and third Tuesdays in Einstein, Section #5. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

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

Karaoke – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15. Call Keith, 917-5616211.

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

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

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

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

—Kevin Lambright

No Standing/Parking In Dumpster Pads Shareholders are reminded that there is no standing or parking in the dumpster pads.

These areas are strictly for the use of Riverbay Corporation vehicles. All unauthorized vehicles will be towed at vehicle owners’ expense.

Thank you for your cooperation.

CO-OP CITY BAPTIST CHURCH

COMMUNITY PROTESTANT

135 EINSTEIN LOOP (Section 5) • Rooms 50-51 Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams, Pastor

1659 EAST GUN HILL ROAD BRONX, NY 10469

CHURCH OF CO-OP CITY

REV., DR. CALVIN E. OWENS, PASTOR

(718) 320-3774 • Sunday School – 9:15 a.m.

• Sunday Worship Services – 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

• Midweek Worship – Wednesday @ 12 Noon • Bible Class – Wednesday @ 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

• Prayer Service – Friday @ Noon & 7:30 p.m.

COMMUNION SERVICE EVERY FIRST SUNDAY. YOUTH DAY EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY. ALL ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP WITH US.

CHURCH

(718) 862-9172 OFFICE (718) 862-9179

An interdenominational Church of love and understanding, consisting of people of many faiths, races and cultural backgrounds, seeking to live the spirit of Christ with relevance.

CHURCH SCHEDULE WEEKLY: CHURCH SCHOOL - SUNDAY, 9:00 a.m.

WORSHIP SERVICE: SUNDAY, 11:00 a.m.

NOON DAY PRAYER - HOUR OF POWER - WEDNESDAY, 12:00 NOON BIBLE CLASS & PRAYER MEETING - WEDNESDAY, 7:30 p.m.

MONTHLY: COMMUNION - 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS

ALL ARE WELCOME!

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Building 19 Association

Hello, Building 19 family! As Black History Month comes to a close, I want to thank everyone who came to our film screening of “Black Panther” last Friday in the association room. Not only did the movie feature one of Marvel’s first Black superheroes, but it received three Oscars last Sunday at this year’s Academy Awards. If no one has seen the movie yet, I highly recommend that you watch it. It’s a great film.

Our next monthly committee meeting is next Tuesday on March 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the association room. I encourage you to come to our next meeting. Committee meetings are the best avenues to share your ideas to improve the operations of the association. One idea that came from a committee meeting is using the association room for more than just meetings. As a result of that suggestion, we have already held a movie night event in which we have been receiving positive reviews about the idea-turned-reality. The next non-meeting event that I hope we can do is a game night. It would be a great follow-up to last Friday’s movie night.

Another idea that was proposed at our committee meeting was experimenting with holding general meetings on Saturdays to encourage more cooperators to attend. The association plans to hold two future general meetings on a Saturday, an idea that came from a cooperator who attended our committee meeting for the first time and was brave enough to speak up about how to make the association better. Imagine how many more great ideas can help shape the association if we had more cooperators share their thoughts at our monthly committee meetings.

Again, I urge you to stop by next Tuesday’s committee meeting and get involved.

We are still renewing membership and recruiting new members for the association for 2019. The annual membership fee is $5 and you will receive a membership card. If you are interested in joining, please stop by the association room next Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. during our monthly committee meeting.

I hope to see you next Tuesday.

—Leon Tulton

Open Door Ministries

Newsong Church Relationship Goals – Part 4 “Stop Being Hypocritical” 3 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 4 How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye?5 You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. —Matthew 7:3-5 (NIV) It’s easy in our relationships to see the faults in others. We can be so quick to point out their flaws, and weaknesses, without ever seeing our own. Imagine walking around with a 2X4 sticking out of your eye while trying to point out a piece of sawdust in your spouse’s eye? Jesus said that we’re being so hypocritical when we try to tell our friends, our spouse or our children what’s wrong with them, when we’re doing the same things or worse! Hypocrisy kills intimacy and it will destroy your relationships. Eventually you will reap what you sow! (See verse 2) If you want healthy relationships, you need to stop being hypocritical.

How do you do that?

Jesus tells us in verse five to begin within. You see, problem isn’t with them, it starts with us! We’re the ones with the critical spirit, we’re the ones pointing our fingers with a plank in our eye. We need to start focusing on becoming who God wants us to be and stop focusing on who I want others to be! Stop trying to change your spouse, your friends, your children, your co-workers, and start focusing on changing you! A simple way to begin within is to ask God to search your heart…

23 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.

24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. –Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV) If you ask God to show you what you need to change, He will show you, and as you begin to surrender to Him, you’ll see your relationships change!

Join us this Sunday as we continue to learn practical ways to have Christ-centered relationships!

Newsong Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop in room 45. Discounted parking is available in parking garage #8. While you’re enjoying our worship experience, your children will be enjoying “Kidsong.” At Kidsong, children from nursery to 6th grade will learn about Jesus in fun interactive ways!

We also have a youth ministry called “Against the Flow” (ATF). At ATF, teens from 12-18 years old enjoy Christ-centered discussion groups, cafe’ nights, and other outings. ATF meets every Friday night at 7 p.m., at 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 28!

If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church Office: 718-708-8385 Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx Twitter: @newsongchurchBX IG: @newsongchurchBX @againsttheflow.nyc Our Newsong Family is here for you! Join us this Sunday and experience the difference!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Today is the Day Full sermon at opendoorministries.net In his book, Don’t Waste Your Life, John Piper recounts a story his father often told in his days as a fiery Baptist evangelist. It is the story of a man who came to saving faith in Jesus Christ near the end of his earthly existence. Piper writes: “The church had prayed for this man for decades. He was hard and resistant. But this time, for some reason, he showed up when my father was preaching. At the end of the service, during a hymn, to everyone’s amazement he came and took my father’s hand. They sat down together on the front pew of the church as the people were dismissed. God opened his heart to the Gospel of Christ, and he was saved from his sins and given eternal life. But that did not stop him from sobbing and saying, as the tears ran down his wrinkled face, “I’ve wasted it! I’ve wasted it!”

Exodus 8:8 Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and begged, “Plead with the LOrD to take the frogs away from me and my people. I will let your people go, so they can offer sacrifices to the LOrD.” 9 “You set the time!” Moses replied.

“Tell me when you want me to pray for you, your officials, and your people. Then you and your houses will be rid of the frogs.” 10 “Do it tomorrow,” Pharaoh said. “All right,” Moses replied, “it will be as you have said. Then you will know that there is no one like the LOrD our God. romans 13:11 Another reason for right living is this: you know how late it is; time is running out.

Wake up, for the coming of the Lord is nearer now than when we first believed. 12 The night is far gone; Family Owned and Operated the day of his return will soon be here. So quit the evil deeds of darkness and put on the armor of right • Large Chapel • Pre-need counseling on premises living, as we who live in the daylight should!

Charles Francis Adams, son of President John • Out of town services • Ample Parking Quincy Adams and grandson of President John on premises A dignified funeral every family can afford.

• Cremations Adams, kept a diary. One day he entered: “Went • Casket Showroom fishing with my son today—a day wasted.” His son, All areas are handicapped accessible on premises Brook Adams, also kept a diary, which is still in existence. On that same day, Brook Adams made this Personalized & Professional Care • 53 Years Serving Our Community entry: “Went fishing with my father—the most wonderful day of my life!” The father thought he was Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America wasting time while fishing with his son, but his son saw it as an investment of time. The only way to tell the difference between wasting and investing is to know one’s ultimate purpose in life and to judge accordingly. “Better Dads, Stronger Sons” –Rick Johnson.

Serving all Call Sunday Services are at 11 a.m. in the Bartow cultures 24 Community Center, room 28.

NOW WEBCASTING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ABROAD & faiths Hours Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program offers free counseling. Contact Pastor Luis by www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

718-231-7647 Fax: 718-231-7665

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

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

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

2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting 15-minute midday service starting promptly at noon.

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

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

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. The next meeting will be tomorrow, March 3. All women in the church are invited to attend and participate in planning the activities of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

Upcoming Fundraising Events Saturday, April 6: Washington, D.C. Deluxe Motorcoach Trip to Museum of the Bible. The museum claims to have amassed one of the largest assemblies of biblical artifacts and text in the world. Buffet luncheon and museum admission $120 per person. A non-refundable deposit of $60 will hold your seat. Balance due March 3. Departure time 6:30 a.m. from Dreiser Loop.

Stay tuned for other events.

General Information Happy birthday and best wishes to all those who will be celebrating their birthday during the month of March.

To the sick and shut-in, we have you in our prayers.

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

Outreach Program Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis.

Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church, 718320-0844, or visit our website: https://www.st.josephsepcbronx.org.

“Proclaim the greatness of the Lord our God and worship him upon his holy hill; * for the Lord our God is the Holy One.” –Psalm 99: 9 —Merville Chambers

Church of New Vision

Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us. Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 45 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome.

Order of Services Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Upcoming Events/Programs • Join us on March 17 at the 11:00 a.m. service as we celebrate Rev. Kenneth Hodge and Rev. Deborah Hodge’s three-year anniversary as our pastors. The guest speaker will be Rev. Ruthann Coe-Reid of St. Luke Baptist Church.

• Church of the New Vision’s Women’s Retreat is scheduled for October 1719, at Eddy’s Farm in Sparrow Bush, NY. This two-night, three-day event’s theme is “Just a Closer Walk with Thee.” Double occupancy, $400 per person; single occupancy, $550, includes meals, transportation, workshops and retreat material. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due by February 24. We ask that each person bring one person. See Sis. Loretta Scott, Sis. Sadie James or Sis. Hermena Smith for additional information.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.

Office: (718) 671-8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

—Sis. Carol Haque Please Drive Slowly and Cautiously in Co-op City’s Parking Facilities!

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

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

Seminars on Health Issues: On 3/2 from 2-3:30 p.m., the first seminar will be “Coping with Caregiver Stress,” tips to manage stress of being a caregiver.

On 3/19 from 2-3:30 p.m., the second seminar will be on “Ten Surprising Causes of Memory Loss.” The third seminar on 4/23 from 2-3:30 p.m. will be on “A Healthy Brain,” learning how to keep your brain and life healthy. The seminars will be held at the church at the address above.

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

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

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

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

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

Women’s Fellowship: It is on the first Saturday of each month, so this group will meet on March 2. The group meets in room 43 at the Einstein Community Center in Section 5 at 10 a.m. It will be a joyful time.

God Bless.

—Barbara Penn

Williamsbridge Club

Greetings, friends. The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc., The Williamsbridge Club, which meets on the second Friday of each month in Dreiser Loop Community Center is an organization established in 1935 for the purpose of supporting and encouraging women in business and the professions.

We sponsor a Founders’ Luncheon each spring at which we recognize members of the community who have excelled, and give scholarships to high school seniors going on to college. At this time, we are accepting nominations for women in the community who should be recognized for achievement in Business, Profession, Education, Community Service and/or Ministry. Please contact us at P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station or 718.328.2302 for more information.

Black History Moment: Reminder, our history and achievements are not one month out of the year, but every day. Let us continue to pay attention to knowledge, our roots, our history, professions, community, ownership, politics and all factors that concern us as a people.

Current Events: The Williamsbridge Club is in full operational mode planning for our 42nd Annual Founders Day Luncheon. Save the Date, May 4, at Eastwood Manor, 1:00 p.m. We have a full complement of awardees who should be seen and heard from. Come one, come all, 718.328.2302.

This club year, we will have several forums, free and open to the public. Our upcoming events are: March 23 – Domestic Violence –Views of the Community: Concerns, Knowledge, Safety; April 8, 9, 10, 11 – Computer Workshop.

For more information, 718.328.2302. More information to follow. March 23, Dreiser Loop Community Center, room 4, noon – 3:00 p.m. If you or you know someone who has experienced abuse or violence, come out to learn about resources and assistance that are available. There will be professionals from the Bronx District Attorney’s Office available.

During our March 8 and April 12 meetings, 6:30 p.m., room 8, Dreiser Loop Community Center, we are inviting persons who are interested in learning about and joining the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc., The Williamsbridge Club. Come out if you are interested and want to know more.

For more information and if you are interested in joining a progressive organization, please contact Joetta Brown, 718.328.2302. You may stop by our meeting on the second Friday, March 12, 7:00 p.m. to indicate an interest in joining our organization.

—Joetta Brown

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MENU Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m.

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

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

YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., JASA main office Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

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

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

Stay Well Exercise 10 – 11 a.m.

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

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

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

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

Fri., Mar. 8

Thu., Mar. 7

Mon., Mar. 4

Dreiser Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Tues., Mar. 5

Einstein Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Wed., Mar. 6

Bartow Room 31 unless otherwise noted

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

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

Bartow Main Office

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

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., rm. 45 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., rm. 2 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Stay Color Your Stress Away 11a.m., rm. 4 Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11 a.m.

Bingo 1-3 p.m., rm. 35 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Diabetes Support Group 2nd Last Monday of the month Monday, 1 p.m.

Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 8 Computer Class for Beg, Int. & Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., rm. 2 Adv. 9:30 a.m.

Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

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

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

Chat Session 10 a.m.

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 (Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

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

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

(FREE) LiveOn NY–SCRIE/SNAP (food stamps) Assistance – Fri., Mar. 15 & 22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come! First served!

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

AARP Tax Aide offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age – especially if you are 50 or older or can’t afford paid tax preparations. Until April 15; Einstein Community Center, 2nd fl., Tues. & Weds. Only, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tax preparation, room #40; waiting room #35. First come, first served!

Do you know how to maintain a healthy heart?

Join our free Healthy Heart Workshops to learn more!

Workshops Dates: Tuesdays, Feb. 26, Healthy Heart Introduction; Mar. 5, Emergencies: MI, Stroke; Mar. 12, Living w/Heart Failure & March 19, Eating right for Healthy Heart. JASA main office, 2049 Bartow Ave., 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. To register or for more information, contact Julissa Reynoso, 646946-1252, or call Bartow main office, 718-320-2066.

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange juice Shepherd’s pie w/beef & Turkey Tossed salad w/dressing Applesauce Whole wheat bread Alt: Tuna salad

Chicken stir fry w/vegetables Brown rice Steamed cauliflower

Apple juice Chicken Francaise Orzo w/vegetables California blend vegetables Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

Stewed Pork chops Baked red potato wedges Tangy green beans

Orange pineapple juice Turkey drumstick Mashed sweet potatoes, Green beans & Tomatoes Whole wheat bread Fruit Cocktail Alt: Salmon salad Orange juice Imitation crab cakes (Kani) Rice w/vegetables Russian coleslaw Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Turkey salad Apple juice Roasted chicken Noodle Kugel Broccoli & red peppers, Challah bread Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

Baked turkey breast Baked sweet potato Collard greens w/tomato

Teriyaki baked fish Rice Pilaf Carrots

Garlic chicken Rice w/vegetables Brussel sprouts & Kale sauté

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

JASA TimeBank – A free intergenerational volunteer service exchange program. Members bank their time providing and receiving services, such as doing errands, tutoring, english/spanish lessons, alterations, assisting neighborhood organizations & much more. For additional information or to become a volunteer, contact Helen Atkins, 929-399-1388.

Beg./Int. Computer Class – Tues., Mar. 5, 2049 Bartow Ave., JASA main office, 12:30 p.m.

Yoga @ the JASA Bartow main office will be cancelled on Mon., March 4, & will resume Mon., March 11.

Empire Casino – Tues., Mar. 5, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Beg. Computer Class – Wed., Mar. 6, 2049 Bartow Ave., JASA main office, 10 p.m.

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

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

Aldi – Mon., Mar. 11, $3; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

IKEA – Tues., Mar. 12, $15; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Central Ave. – Wed., Mar. 13, $13; Christmas Tree store, Trader Joe’s and Amazing Savings. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. There is a Shoprite right next door to Amazing Savings.

Empire Casino – Tues., Mar. 19, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Walmart – Wed., Mar. 20, $15; Bartow, 9 a.m.;

Upcoming Events/Trips

Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Ridgehill – Thurs., Mar. 21, $7; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Jersey Garden Outlet Mall (The Mills) – Tues., Mar. 26, $15; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Walmart – Wed., Jan. 30, $15; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Foxwood Casino, Ledyard Ct. – Sat., Mar. 30, $35. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Einstein, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m. Bonus package is $10 slot & $10 food. Depart casino, 5 p.m. Light breakfast served on the bus; 50 seats available. No refunds. Payment due no later than Mar. 8.

Bartow & Einstein Center presents a Spring Luncheon & Concert featuring Damion Anthony & Inez L, live w/other special guests, 135 Einstein Loop Senior Center, Sat., April 6, 11 a.m. 3 p.m., $10. Lunch: BBQ ribs or BBQ chicken, potato salad, corn-on-cob, garden salad, dessert.

Music by DJ Woody. Tickets on sale at all three centers. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

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

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

Depart destination, 4:30 p.m. No refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., Mar. 29. (Continued on page 27)

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

FYI: Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 11, at 1:00 p.m. (room to be determined).

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

2019 Tour Activities: April 1-12: Panama Canal 11-night Cruise on the Norwegian Jade – Price includes roundtrip flight to Miami (FL); ports of call include Cartagena, Colombia; Panama Canal/Gatun Lake; Puerto Limon; Roatan Bay Islands; Harvest Caye, Costa Maya, Mexico; 3 days at sea; valid passport is required; all meals on board the ship. Insurance available. Sold out! Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

June 23-28: Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa (Canada’s Capital City) – 6 days/5 nights includes Motor Coach transportation; guided tours, five breakfasts, five dinners, and much more; valid passport is required. Sold out! Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

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

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

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

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

Upcoming Events (Continued from page 26)

Villa Roma Senior Day BBQ in Callacoon, NY – Wed., May 29, $82. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m. & Einstein, 8:45 a.m. Coffee & Danish on arrival, buffet BBQ luncheon, 12 p.m.-2 p.m., DJ & dancing from 1-3 p.m. Enjoy swimming, Bocce, Shuffleboard & so much more. Depart destination, 4 p.m. Coach bus, 50 seats available. No Refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., May 10.

Motown Tribute – Tuesday, March 26, at Villa Roma Resorts, Callicoon, NY. Price: $89. Time: Buses leaving Einstein at 8 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:10 a.m. and Dreiser at 8:20 a.m. Come have a delicious meal, a great show, and Bingo or shopping. If you haven’t given me your choice of entrée, we have to choose one for you. Entree choices are: (1) London broil with mushroom sauce, (2) chicken parmigiana over linguini, or (3) broiled cod with provencal sauce.

Appetizer: Fruit cup & Italian wedding soup. If you select to play Bingo, remain seated in the theatre and Bingo will start. $2 a card. If you choose not to play Bingo, you may go shopping or attend the game room. Enjoy, once again, the Temptations, 4 Tops, Michael Jackson and more of the Motown singers.

Leaving to return home at 5 p.m. Another bus was ordered. A few seats still available. If buses go, we go.

Indoor Picnic – Saturday, April 27. Day has been changed. Members only. Time: 1 p.m. $5 entrance fee at door. Cover dish party, donate food, dessert, or beverage, no entrance fee required. Members may bring a friend or two.

Sands Casino – Thursday, May 2, in Bethlehem, PA. Time: 8:30 a.m. Price: $40, rebate: $30 slot play.

Goose Island Seniors

Sight & Sound “Jesus” – Tuesday, May 21, Lancaster, PA. Price: $130. Includes free buffet at Golden Corral. Time: 12 p.m. and show, “Jesus,” at 3 p.m. Buses leaving Einstein at 8 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:10 a.m. and Dreiser at 8:20 a.m.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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

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

Refreshments available.

Game Day – Thursdays, our club room is set up for our members to play games: Mahjong, Dominoes, Kalooki, Wii Tennis, Bowling, and more, from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Members may bring a friend or two). $1 collected for refreshments. WiFi available.

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

To all members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrate their day in the month of March: Hattie Lucas, Shirley Rooney, Stephen Roberts, Sr., Ardelle Frank, Yvonne Starks, Michelle Rosenthal, Benjamin Carter and Pearl Applewhite.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Sen-

iors, 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room 39 (mornings); Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (evenings); Mon., Wed. & Fri., 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Tue. & Thu., 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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The Purim Party sponsored by the Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City will be on Sunday, March 17, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thanks to Stephen Roberts, Sr., president of the Goose Island Seniors, for gratuitously offering their facilities. The party will be held at 135 Einstein Loop in room 39. The menu will be roasted chicken and plenty of side dishes and, of course, Hamentashen. A charitable donation of $20 is requested. This also includes a mini Bingo and music.

Please make your reservations by March 10. Bring your friends all are welcome.

The readings of the Megilah by Rabbi Daniel Kronengold: 1) Wednesday, March 20, at 8 p.m.

2) Thursday, March 21, at 11 a.m., a light lunch will follow.

General Information: The Traditional Syna-

gogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear Lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B. It is handicap accessible, no steps.

Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 9:00 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help the synagogue’s finances.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan.

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

The Traditional Synagogue is the only syna-

gogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, March 2, at 6:40 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, March 8, at 5:35 p.m.

Good & Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree. Mazel tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All members: Happy Birthday to all members who will celebrate their birthday in March (Mr. Sam Grynewize). For those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in March, please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

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

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

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Community Protestant Church

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

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

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Sunday School is now in session every Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

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

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

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays at noon, you are cordially invited to noon day prayer at CPC, an hour of power, prayer, praise and testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise; be thankful unto him and bless his name.” Psalm 100:4 Community Protestant Church’s 50th Anniversary – 1969-2019 Theme: “Celebrating 50 Years of God’s Faithfulness Yesterday, Today and Forever” We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on the Lord! The pastor and members of Community Protestant Church cordially invite you to celebrate with us on the following dates: 1. Our 50th Anniversary Banquet at Marina del Rey, on Saturday, March 23, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tickets: $125.00.

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

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

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

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Family of God

Wednesday, March 6, we begin a season in the church that will offer us a time to more fully come under the government of our Lord. March 6 is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the season of Lent. For those of us who are Christians, a major highlight of our year is Easter, the day marks the commemoration of when our Lord rose from the dead! Lent is the 40-day season of preparation for Easter. Lent is celebrated for 40 days because Jesus fasted and was tempted in the wilderness for 40 days and nights. Easter is about resurrection! It is about revival, restoration, and rebirth! Lent is about preparation for revival, restoration and rebirth. Lent is a season of spiritual growth and rededication to God. It is about decreasing that you may increase.

As we approach the Lent Season this year, consider this as a time of serious self-examination. Let’s examine ourselves to see where we can grow and improve, and then let us prepare for Easter’s renewal by fasting, praying, and by reading and incorporating the Word of God into our daily lives. A recommended fasting schedule is: Starting March 6, refrain from drinking sodas until Easter Starting March 11, refrain from utilizing sugar and sweeteners until Easter Starting March 18, refrain from eating sweets until Easter Starting March 25, refrain from eating breads until Easter Starting April 1, refrain from eating rice and pasta until Easter Starting April 8, refrain from eating red meat until Easter Starting April 15, refrain from eating turkey or chicken until Easter Join Family of God for Easter Services on April 21 at 12 p.m., Dreiser Community Center, room 1.

—Pastor DeQuincy Hentz

Church of God’s Children

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

Bronx Clergy Task Force—Boro Presidents Office of Faith-Based Initiatives – 4th Peace & Health Interfaith Breakfast, Thursday, March 28, at Bx. County Courthouse, 851 Grand Concourse, 9:30-12:30. For sponsorship and tabling, call 718-790-9120 or email bxctf@aol.com. State-of-the-art medical screening, confidential HepC testing, plus many other community organizations. Wed., 3/13, Bronx Clergy Task Force Monthly Networking Meeting, 11:30 a.m., rm.

28, Bartow Avenue. For tabling/sponsorship, call 718-790-9120.

How Did the Bible Get That Name? It is interesting that the Bible never refers to itself as “the Bible.” So when did people start calling these sacred writings by the word Bible? Again, the Bible is not really a book, but a collection of books. Yet, even the New Testament writers seemed to understand that the things being written about Jesus were to be considered part of Scripture. In II Peter 3:16, Peter addressed the writings of Paul, “He writes the same way in all his letters, speaking in them of these matters. His letters contain some things that are hard to understand, some people distort, as they do the other Scriptures…” So even then there was something unique about the words being written, that these were the words of God, and that the words of God were subject to being tampered with and manipulated. The collection of these writings, including the New Testament, were first called the Bible somewhere around the fourth century in the writings of John Chrysostom. Chrysostom first refers to the Old and New Testament together as ta biblia (the books), the Latin form of biblos. It was also around this time that these collections of writings began to be put together in a certain order, and this collection of letters and writings started shaping into the one-volume book that we are familiar with today.

March is Women’s History Month: Every Sunday, there will be a woman speaker in both services: Spanish, 9:30 a.m.; English, 1:30 p.m. March 3, Rev. Carmen Howell, Min. Chinyeri Omolaiye; 3/10, Bishop Nancy, Rev. Carmen Howell; 3/17, Johanna Perales, Rev. Deborah Jenkins; 3/31, Rev. Brunie Perez, Bishop Nancy Sunday, 3/24 – A special one-year Memorial Service for Rev. Melinda Medina-Reyes at 10:30 a.m., presented by Children/Youth with Min. Vanessa Ortiz.

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

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

Monday-Friday: After School Workshop & Tutoring, 3-6 p.m. at 159 Fellowship Hall. For information, 718-671-7265.

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

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

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

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475 You are invited to attend services on the following days: Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.-12;30 p.m.

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

Fridays: Youth service starts at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: A Transformed life.

The believer’s life is transformed by the power of God to a conquering life style through Christ Jesus. (Romans 12:1-2 &10-18). I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. (10-18) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love, in honoring preferring one another. Not slothful in business, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord. Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer. Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Bless them which persecute you, bless and curse not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another, mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

Recompense to no man evil for evil, provide things honest in the sight of all men.

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

The plan of God for salvation of mankind spans all of time, bears the price tag of the blood of Jesus, and offers all people a brand new start. Paul expounded on these marvelous truths in the Book of Romans. We have read of the hopeless plight of sinful mankind, of the miracle of deliverance and of the joyous promise of restoration. In Romans, chapter 12, Paul gave some very practical direction about the application of this truth to our daily lives. It is essential that we have an understanding of foundational doctrines such as faith, justification, and divine guidance.

But the Scriptures do not leave us to live our lives in the realm of the theoretical.

This life changing gospel calls us to a place of commitment that will affect the way we live and how we interact with other people. It is important that we study the Bible every day and mediate on the word we will find grace, strength, joy, peace to overcome the trials of life. God’s grace is sufficient to keep us every day. Our duty is to remain faithful to God in whatever, area He has called us to work.

For further information, call Rev. R. Sibblies, 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Building 6 Association

Phase one of our building construction is completed. They are starting phase two of our building construction. I have started cleaning and throwing out things that were messed up by the building construction in our building association room. There is a lot to clean up. I’m trying to clean it up so we can have building meetings, game night, and other events in our building association room.

Many people have asked me when phase two will be done and what they will be doing in phase two construction. I don’t have the details for you from Riverbay yet. As you can see, phase two of the construction doesn’t make it easy to get to the stores across the street as many senior citizens and other people have complained. I will let you know when I get details about phase two construction plans. We will try to get through this the best we can.

We need people to join the building association board. It is very hard running a building association without a board. Right now, I am doing it alone. I have Marvin Lowery helping me clean up and fix up our building association room. Marvin is a great help, but we need more people to help, too.

Many other buildings have started collecting building dues for $5 to raise money for the building. I hope to start our building dues collection in March.

The dues collected will go to get new things for our building association room, meeting refreshments, holiday events, planning building trips to Foxwoods, Atlantic City, to have building events with Building 7 and Building 8 this year; and if anyone else has ideas where they would like to plan a building trip to, please let me know. Bring all your ideas to our building association meetings.

Our lobby attendant, Andy Soto, was out sick for a week and we are all glad Andy is back in the building with us again. We all love to hear “Welcome home” when we come in the building and Andy singing in the lobby. Andy brings joy to the building for sure. When Andy is not in the building, he is missed. We are lucky to have him. Andy is always taking care of the kids in the building with candy and lollipops.

Let’s all work together to make this building better, I can’t do it alone!

Take care and be safe. I am also trying to get a lot of things fixed in the building. I got the lights back on near the mail boxes on the express side that a lot of people were complaining about. I am trying my best to make living here better for all of us, but I need your help, too.

—Jeffrey Schwartz

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• Basic Cleaning $90 • Deep Cleaning $130 • Non-Medical Senior Care $80 • 4 Hour Min. + 8.78% tax • Bonded • 7 Days • Cash, Pay-Pal www.spoonercleaning.com 2/23 (718) 320-5112

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Advertise in the Co-op City Times!

Call for rates!

Ads starting at $8/week!

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PAINTING

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“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

CLEANING SERVICES

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Re-installation of any types of Blinds.

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•Proms •Sports Events •Weddings •Funerals •Tours •Sweet 16 •Special Occasions •Airports •Casinos Office: 212-531-3792 Mobile: 917-560-6838

20% Off Any Lock Job!

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917.325.5334

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• RANGE HOODS We BEAT • LIGHT FIXTURES Any • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING Quote!

• COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS

Grout & Carpet Cleaning Co-op City Resident Specials

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CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

RIVERBAY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Please see page 7 for opportunities within Riverbay Corporation.

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Co-op Insurance The Wright Agency: Serving Co-op City for 37 years!

Riverbay Requires Current Co-op Shareholders to Obtain Coverage!

Your Co-op is an Investment Worth Protecting!

P r o t e c t i o n T o C o v e r Yo u r B e l o n g i n g s A g a i n s t : • Fire & Smoke • Water damage from plumbing

We O f f e r :

• Low Premiums • Protective Device Discounts • Auto-Home Discounts

• Guest medical protection • Certain personal liabilities

• Theft Coverage • And so much more!

Other Li nes o f Insu rance: • Auto • Homeowners • Life

Lo w Ra te s Fo r T h e E n t i r e Ye a r !

Licensed Staff

Anthony Wright Agency Owner Notary Public on staff!

Nichola Ferguson Licensed Insurance Agent

Lawrence Newkirk Life Insurance Specialist

Albert Issifu Licensed Insurance Agent

America Borda Licensed Insurance Agent

Sandra Goldsmith Licensed Insurance Agent

Polly Heckstall Sr. Account Representative (Not Pictured)

The Wright Agency We are conveniently located only blocks from Co-op City! (near Eastchester Road)

1435 East Gun Hill Road Call Us Today!

718-671-8000